LOCAL AND GENERAL

Greymouth Evening Star, 14 November 1930, Page 6

LOCAL AND GENERAL

Fox terriers owned by Miss V. Kettle gained £jjrther honours at the Canterbury Kennel Club’s show yesterday. Gaylin’s Model won the championship in her class, and also won the Stewart Dawson Cup outright. Dusky Gaylin won the Watson Cup outright.

Arising from the report of the attendance officer made to the Wellington Education Board, Mr A. Donald (Wairarapa) mentioned that T.B. was very prevalent among Maori scholars, and in his opinion constituted a menace to the other children attending school with them. He understood, too, thut sore throats were rather prevalent among teachers working in schools attended by Maori childi en, and the danger of contamination for them could not .be discounted. He thought that when the doctors went round the schools they should prohibit children suffering from T.B. from attending.

For easy start and good sparking, fit Ripault’s Batteries from Thos. B. Baty’s, Ltd. —Advt.

Mr H. E. Holland, M.P., has received the following letter from the Minister of Public Works (8.11.30): “Since you interviewed me on September 2, I have inquired into the method adopted in shortening hands on restoration of the Lyell-Eight Mile Section of the Westport-Nelson Main Highway, which was badly damaged by earthquakes of last year, and am satisfied that the reduction in the number of men was carried out in a proper manner. A ballot was not held or pretence made at holding a ballot to decide which men should be paid off first. The usual practice of retaining the best men was followed, with the exception that special consideration was extended to married men with homes in the locality, and in the event of married or single men being of equal ability, etc., the married men were given preferential treatment.”

A great opportunity to secure your Xmas Presents at Call Bird Prices. A crowded emporium to ; day of eager buyers. A small deposit will reserve any article you wish to purchase at C. Smith’s, Ltd., drapers, Greymouth. —Advt.

The unusual situation of a woman with over £6OO in the bank being charged with vagrancy on the grounds of having insufficient lawful means of support occurred in the Gisborne Police Court this week. Fifteen months ago, it is stated, accused had been before the Court on a similar charge and on that occasion had been wandering around the streets with £6OO /cash in her possession. At that time she had been placed in the care of a friend in Napier, who. however, could not look after her. She had recently returned to Gisborne, and was repeating her eccentricities. Previously trouble was experienced in persuading her to place the £6OO in a bank, but ultimately this was done and now, although she had done no work, she had more money than ever. Senior-Sergeant Wade, who prosecuted, said it was difficult to know what to do with her and asked for a remand for a week to enable the woman to be placed under medical observation. Mr P. H. Harper, S.M., granted the remand.

A warning! It is a great advantage to have your floors covered right. Poor covering will give you endless worry. We are stockists of only the best in floor coverings. Linoleums in 12ft, 9ft, 6ft and 3ft. Quaker Felt Squares, beautiful patterns, economicar covering, 9ft x. 12ft, 9ft x 9ft, 10ft 6in x 9ft, 9ft x 7ft 6in. Carpets 12ft x 9ft, 9ft x 9ft, 9ft x. 10ft 6in,t in fact, in all sizes; beautiful designs,- prices to suit all pockets.—S. Burnett White, High-grade Furnishers. —Advt.

An unusual vehicle has been constructed for the use of Charles R. Christey, who has lost both legs, and is one of the regular donors of blood for transfusion at the Auckland Hospital. At times, ho received hurried culls to the hospital when surgeons require blood for their patients at short notice, and in order to permit Christey making the journey from his home in Ponsonby, as quickly as possible, a modern wheel chair was obtained through the generosity of members of the public aware of Christey’s activities. Made like a motor-car, it consists of a frame constructed from tubular steel used in bicycles, and carrying one seater body. The four wheels are ordinary bicycle wheels, while the steering is arranged like that of a car. It is propelled by hand as Christey declares that he requires the exercise he gets in moving it, but provision has been made for converting it to power-propulsion if required. There are three speeds, arranged on the same principle as a motor-cycle, while the vehicle can be allowed to coast in neutral. A brake is fitted, as are electric head, and. tail, lights spplied with current from the battery—“ Star” Special Service.

Baty’s for best service and Rlpaults Batteries—Baty’s Garage for service. —Advt.

Diaries and Calendars for 1931. We have a wonderful range of beautiful, dainty and useful Calendars from 6d upward. A Desk or Pocket Diary makes a delightful Gift. We have many designs and sizes. Inspect these at B. Dixon’s, Ltd,, Tainui Street. — Advt.

New season’s goods have just been opened, up by A. E. Kilgour, consisting of Ladies’ and Gent’s Dressing Cases, Ladies’ and Gent’s Brush Cases, Ladies’ Handbags, Wallets, Purses, Mirrors, Work Baskets', Sewing Sets, Coloured Xylonite Brush, Comb and Mirror Sets, Coloured Xylonite Brushes, Trays Combs, Mirrors, T rrnket Boxes, Powder Bowls,. Photo Frames, Shaving Sets, Baby Brushes, Writing Cases, Shingle Brushes, Manicure Sets, Bedroom Clocks, Perfume Sprays, Collar Boxes, Card Cases, Leather Attache Cases, Dolls’ Prams, Dolls, Mechanical Toys, Tinker Toys, How to Build Aeroplanes, Motor Cars, Lot omotiyes, etc. All obtainable from A. E. Kilgour, bookseller, stationer, pi?no, gramophone, and fancy goods dealer, Mavftiera Quay. ’Phone 259.— Advt.

So many peopi® say: - “So-and-S«> told me,” and this is why Dewar s Imperial Whisky is increasing ia popularity all over the world. ‘ Quality like truth commends itself,” so it is quite obvious why discriminating tastes are choosing Dewar’s whisky and why it is served on all occasions. It is mild and yet spirited thoroughly matured, eliminating all taste of rawness, it is really the “daddy” of all Scotch whisky.—Griffen and Sinitn, agents, Greymouth and Westport Dewar’s can be procured at all hotels. —Advt.

Our Bealey correspondent telegraphed to-day—River and cr ® eKs road in good condition; weather fl •

The travelling public are notified that Arthur Chettle is at the Exchange Hotel, Reefton. Only the best stocked. —Advt.

Work was commenced by the Greyniouth Borough Council staff yesterday on the laying down of the new four-inch cast-iron water main in Nelson Street and Milton Road, to connect with the existing reticulation.

It is expected that the drainage work in Nelson Strpet, so far as at present contemplated, will be finished to-morrow. The -work done will relieve the former flooding in that locality.

The removal of the debris deposited by the recent slip on Omoto Road has been suspended, until the weather conditions become more favourable. The work done so far has removed any immediate? danger to traffic.

Scaffolding was erected to-day at the Bank of New. South Wales, Mawhera Quay. It is intended to construct a new parapet, and thoroughly to renovate the building, inside and out. The contract has been secured by Mr C. Calvert.

Advice has been received that men engaged on the construction of the Lewis Pass Road have been given no-~ tice, and that the work is v to close down at once. Over one hundred labourers are on the work. —Press Assn. •

Wives and husbands in almost equal numbers are petitioners and respondents in the undefended divorce petitions that are to be heard in the Auckland Supreme Court, to-day. Included in the list are 92. petitions, the greatest number on record. —“Star” Special Service.

A mean theft was perpetrated at the Catholic Presbytery on a recent night, says the “Southland Times, ’ when some sneak thief helped himself to about 400 bulbs, the property of the Rev. Father Howard, whose exhibits of seedling narcissi at both Milton and Invercargill horUcultural shows have excited warm admiration. Father Howard had lifted the bulbs for the purpose of replanting, but was called away, with the result that the bulbs were left on the lawn between the presbytery and the basilica overnight. When Father Howard went to attend to the bulbs in the , morning they had vanished.

Make straight for Huge Depression Sale at Thorpy’s Economy Warehouse. Absolutely the greatest bargains we ever offered. Stolen goods could not be sold cheaper. See the windows. “We sell for less.” —Advt.

The introduction at an early date of a business reply card and envelope system in the inland postal service of the Dominion was foreshadowed by Mi’ Donald, Postmaster-General. The Minister stated that the system was one that enabled business firms to enclose in correspondence posted by them an addressed postcard or envelope for the reply and to pay the postage on the replies delivered to them. In order to recoup the Post Office for the extra work involved, in dealing with correspondence delivered under this system a fee of one halfpenny, in addition to the postage, was charged on each article delivered to the original sender. It was considered that the system would meet a present-day need, and would be duly appreciated by the business comimunity.

Expert service for renovating the hood or upholstery on your car at Baty’s Garage.—3.

Special Call Bird prices to-day.— Children’s Socks, silk and cotton, fancy striped tops, sizes 6 to 10, at 2/3, 2/6, 2/8, 2/11 pair. Ladies’ Silk Hose in all shades, very special line, at 2/6 pair only at C. Smith’s, Ltd., drapers, Grey mouth. —Advt.

Wait for it, save for it. It is the greatest Bargain Sale we ever offered. Huge Depression Sale now on. We secured Hom financially hard-hit manufacturers and warehousemen £6OOO worth of Drapery at considerably reduced Prices, See the windows. “We sell for less.” Thorpy’s Economy Warehouse, Greymouth, Reefton and Westport-.—Advt.

Latest batch of fiction has arrived at Reid’s, booksellers, Mawhera Quay. “The Dark Mile“ and “The Gleam of the North” by D. K. Bros ter, 4/6; “The Madonna of the Sleeping Cars’ by Dekobba 4/6, “The Guarded Halo” by Margaret Pedler 3/6. Special line of books by Jeffrey Farnol at 2/6. Splendid assortment of Fountain Pens from 1/. to 35/-. —Advt,

Xmas Club for Meccano and Hornby Trains. Secure a membership card from A. E. Kilgour. Conditions of sale: —Payments are onty taken on the understanding that the articles chosen will be accepted and completely paid for before Xmas, 1930. Goods cannot be exchanged. In no circumstances will money be refunded. —A. E. Kilgour, agent for Meccano and Hornbj' Trains.—Advt.

For Xmas Gift Goods an inspection of our display will solve your Gift problems. We have gifts suitable for the youngest and oldest, for every kind of taste, and at prices ranging from a few pence to pounds. Distinctive gifts, useful gifts, economical gifts, all worthy of conveying the Xmas wish. The best selection and value is at B. Dixon’s, Ltd.—Advt.