LOCAL AND GENERAL

Greymouth Evening Star, 7 December 1929, Page 6

LOCAL AND GENERAL

Before Mr W. Meldrum, S.M., at Westport on Friday, John Edward Bernard Patrick Travers, charged with theft of a wicker chair, valued at £2/10/-, the property of Hagedorn and Sons, was convicted and ordered to come up for sentence within 12 months if called upon, A prohibition order was taken out against him.

Services will be held at Park Street Church of Christ Chapel as follows Sunday, 11 a.m., Fellowship and Worship. 7 p.m. Gospel Service. Monday, 7.45 Gospel Seiwice. Speaker, Pastor J. Crawford, of Christchurch. All are welcome. —Advt.

The Inspector of Schools (Mr S. J. Irwin) conducted the annual examination for proficiency certificates at Cobden School yesterday. The following pupils were successful: —Proficiency:—John R. Cowan, Wallace W. McKechnie, Alonzo J. McNeill, Margaret I. Forsyth, Mary R. Long, Veryl R. Mclntyre, Eileen P. Pike. Competency: Colin V. Pentecost, Ivor Burn, Hilda Jamieson.

' Camping tents can be procured from P. G. Willis, Mackay Street, opposite “Argus”. Prices right.—l.

The new apparatus recently installed ' in connexion with the longdistance telephone between Christchurch and the North Island has been perfectly satisfactory, and the speech efficiency has been greatly improved. The linking-up with Invercargill and the West Coast will be pushed steadily ahead, when the new equipment comes to hand. The apparatus is expected shortly and will not take long to install when it arrives.

The Austin Seven can conquer in conditions of mud, water, sand and hills. See the new model at Baty’s Garage to-day. —Advt.

Captain Buckley, Officer Commanding the Wigram Aerodrome, will pay another visit to the West Coast shortly, for the purpose of taking aerial photographs of the areas damaged by earthquakes, for the Geographical Survey Society. Captain Buckley states that an aeroplane working in any part of the district would be within striking distance of a good emergency landing ground. There are three convenient landing grounds in the vicinity' of Murchison, and others lying near the Owen river, the Mangles river, the head of the Mokihinui river, the Karamea river, and the Heaphy river.

One of the many features of the Austin Seven is the reliability of engine and sturdiness of whole construction. See the new model at Baty’s Garage.-—Advt.

The story of a hen sitting on kittens was related recently in the “Star” as having occurred elsewhere in New Zealand. A similar happening is reported at Rewanui. The cat at a certain residence had four kittens, but they were “adopted” by a broody hen. The cat certainly did not object to being superseded in her duties, and, when the hen was placed in another box, the cat promptly transferred the kittens to the new quarters, where they remain in the care of the fostermother, with the exception- of two kittens which disappeared. The unusual visitors did not seem to disturb the equanimity of the other hens, and eggproduction is being carried on as usual.

When you say Books you mean B. Dixon’s, for that is where you get the largest stocks to select from. Gift Books for Xmas presentation are to be had in endless variety. Books of Fiction, Travel, Biography, History, Art, or Poetry in Art Paper, Cloth or Leather Bindings, and at prices to suit all. Picture Books, Reward Books, Bumper Books and Annuals for the young folk. See our window display. 2

A find was made by Mr. L. Nicholas on his property at Temuka recently, when he unearthed, about five feet under the surface, a stone adze of a rare shape, which must have been buried for many years. The adze is very well made, and is of unpolished grey stone. The length is ten inches, and it is three and a-quarter inches in breadth, and one and three-quarter inches in thickness. The cutting edge is hollow’ ground, in this point differing from the usual straight-ground edge of the true Maori adze. Mr. Nicholas presented his find to Mr. H. S. McCully,, who has made a study of the subject for some years, and who has a valuable collection of flints and stone implements collected from all over the South Island. Mr. McCully said that the adze was of considerable scientific value, as it might help to prove that another race of human beings inhabited New Zealand before the advent of the Maoris.

A Christmas Gift which would be appreciated by all: An His Master’s Voice Gramophone, the latest table models at £l2/10/ and £l7. Upright Cabinet Model at £26. Also a Portable in Black at £9 or in colours at £lO. Easy terms arranged. Free catalogues posted to any address.—Obtainable from A. E. Kilgdur. Piano. Gramophone and .Music Dealer, Mawhera Quay.—Advt. Verandah blinds, tarpaulins and all canvas goods. Prices right. P. G, Willis, Mackay Street, opposite “Argus.”—3.

The undoubted success of th© Byrd expedition to the South Pole can only be rivalled by the great selling success of Dewar’s Imperial. Whisky. Each day finds this old spirit becoming more and more popular amongst the people. Its aged mellowness has gained for it a great reputation that is now world famous. From the centres of London to the remote countries of the world the name “Dewar’s” is held in high esteem by all men who discriminate and there is little wonder for this great popularity, as “Dewar’s” is truly the very best of good spirits. A spirit that always reflects true hospitality. Procure a bottle as a sample from Messrs Griffen and Smith, Greymouth, or any hotel. 47 The Otira Gorge has been blocked again, and will be closed for three days (telegraphed our Bealey correspondent). The travelling public are notified that Arthur Chettle is at the Exchange Hotel, Reefton. Only the best stocked. —Advt. Owing to a phonetic resemblance in thd initial words an error was made in the report of the Grey County Council in the “Star” yesterday. Mr J. Higgins was speaking relative to the matter of machinery hire brought up ’ hy Or Mulcare, and he is reported as

having said that “Mr Mulcare gets on one’s nerves at times,” whereas his words were: “Repairs get on one’s nerves.” The Austin Seven can go where other 'cars cannot go Proved by test. See the new model at Baty’s Garage, Greymouth and Hokitika. —Advt.

Fresh evidence of the astounding development of sport in Germany is afforded by the annual report of the German Football League. . Since 1920 the number of clubs included in this federation has risen fr0m.3087 to 7117. During last season 23,892 teams played altogether more than 500,000 matches. Of the club 2163 have their own grounds and 306 their own trainers. When one remembers the meagre 'handfuls of spectators who used to watch even the best German footbajl before the war, it is astonishing to read that more than £4,100 was taken at the gates for the international match against Sweden, played at Cologne. i Motor hoods and trimmings at P. G. Willis’s, Mackay Street,, opposite “Argus”. Prices right.—2. The pride that New Zealanders hold of their towns and districts was happily summed up by the Governor-Gen-eral, Sir Charles Fergusson, when speaking at Gisborne on his recent visit. He said he had been surprised to see so many “queen cities.” Whereever he went, north or south, he found the “queen city.” He had also noted that every dairy .show was the foremost in New, Zealand, while each district had. the best sheep in New Zealand. Each city and district'was preeminent, but each was different from the others, each equally beautifuj, having characteristics peculiar to itself. Referring to stock, His Excellency said that probably in no other country in the world could they see such wonderful displays. Never before has our Fancy Department been so well stocked with Xmas gifts. We have catered for young and old with inexpensive presents. Make your selection early at C. Smith Ltd., diapers, Greymouth.—Advt.

With the approach of the Christmas season, the sombre side of the drug business is kept in the background and the bright, neat, showy and useful preparations and appliances are. given prominence. Parkinson and Co have this season a fine range of the most up-to-date and attractive' lines of toilet preparations and supplies, including fancy soaps, and perfumery, toilet creams and powders, perfume sachets, and dozens of sundry lines too numerous to particularise. The shop window just now will give a faint idea of the large and varied stocks within. The firm cater for a high class business and keep a full supply of all chemical, dental, medical and photographic material. Everything is of the highest quality and patrons may rely absolutely on receiving satisfaction in , all business transactions. A large number of special preparations are manufactured by the firm * and the ' steady and ever-increasing demand and growing business is the best proof of their popularity. Even in the drug business, and particularly at Parkinson’s, quite a number of articles and preparations will suggest themselves as suitable and appropriate Christmas gifts to present and absent friends. — 1 Advt.

Headquarters for Xmas Novelties. Presents and Toys, Greymouth’s larg- » est variety at “we sell for less” prices. Make your selection now; a small deposit will secure any article. Pay a visit early.—Thorpy’s Economy Ware* house, Greymouth and Reefton. —Advt. If you want to be well dressed for Xmas and the holiday season, come along and We will fit you with one of our ready-to-wear Box Suits. We have a new stock of Mercery and Clothing at very low tempting prices.—C. Smith, Ltd., drapers.—Advt. New Season’s Wearing Apparel fashions very latest- in Millinery, Jumper Suits, Costumes, Dresses, Coats, Underclothing, Bathing Wear, Hosiery, Gloves, Handbags, etc. etc. “We sell for less.” —Thorpy’s Economy Warehouse, Greymouth and Reefton. —Advt. • j ■ Inspection is invited for, the latest Rewards, Prizes and Picture Books. Special discount to school committees and Sunday schools. Catalogues posted free to any address.—A. E. Kilgour, Direct Importer, Mawhera Quay—Advt Ladies in search of the best values in Handbags should inspect the large stocks just opened up at B. Dixon’s, Tainui Street. The latest designs, styles and colours of this season are here at reasonable prices. Prices range from 4/6 to 47/6 each. 1