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Greymouth Evening Star, 10 November 1931, Page 9

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We have to acknowledge receipt of copies of the following publications: “The World’s Malady, Financial Blood Pressure, War Profits and War Debts,” by G- S. Cray, of Timaru. Any profit from the sale of this book will be donated to the South, Canterbury R.S.A., to assist unemployed members. K. J. Back’s Financial System. “The Economic Security -of the British Empire States,” by John Entrichn.

An explanation of the meaning and origin of the well-known Scottish dance, the “Sean Triubhais” was giver, at the display by the Southland School of Highland and Classic Dancing when the principal, Mr Alex Sutherland, mentioned that after the defeat of Prince, Charlie in ’45, an edict was issued forbidding the wearing of the kilt. Not until 50 years- later was the ban lifted, but in the interval zealous Scots evaded it by wearing the national costume, and also carrying, slung over their shoulders, a pair of old trousers. As soon as any strangers ’loomed up on the horizon, especially if they were wearing red coats, the Scotsmen quickly discarded their kilts and donned the trousers. Later, this action gave rise, to the dance called the “Sean Triubhais,” which means “Old Trousers,” and illustrates in some of its movements the actions of a Highlander rid. ding himself of the encumbering and hated garments.