LOCAL AND GENERAL

Greymouth Evening Star, 8 May 1936, Page 6

LOCAL AND GENERAL

Fees collected at the Greymouth municipal abattoir during April totalled £125/9/11. Stock was dealt with as follows: —Cows 22, bullocks 163, sheep 541 (one condemned), lambs 151, pigs 17 (one condemned), calves 65.

The Greymouth Technical, Marist. and Convent Schools closed, this afternoon, for the first term holidays, and will re-open on Tuesday, May 26. The primary schools of the district also closed to-day, and will re-open on Monday, May 25.

The arrangement made between the Reserves Committee of the Greymouth Borough Council, and representatives of sports bodies, for the use of the Recreation Ground during the Winter season', as previously published, was confirmed, last evening, by the Borough Council.

A divorced wife of a New Plymouth man who re-married and who expressed her disapproval of the second wife by writing letters with offensive inscriptions on the envelopes was ordered by Mr. W. H. Woodward, S.M., in the New Plymouth Police Court this week to enter a recognisance with one surety ot £1 to refrain in future from the practice. Names were suppressed.

A juror applying for exemption at the opening of the quarterly sessions of the Wellington Supreme Court this week, said tnere was nobody in his firm to take his place with the excep. tion of the proprietor himself. Mr. Justice Blair, who presided, said he was afrani he could not grant the application. “It is astxmishing how people can get on without us.” added His Honor. “I believe they could get on without me. In fact, 1 am sure of it.”

Attention to the. condition of the women’s rest-room was called by Cr. J. McGinley, at last, evening's meeting of the Greymouth Borough Council, and he asked wh.it the position was regarding the proposed improvements. The Engineer (Mr. A. J. Fairmaid) replied that the matter was being held over, in view of the fact that, if the Council decided to take over the adjoining property, there was a building on it that would be very suitable fbr a women’s rest-room.

Three months have elapsed since the Christchurch Health Camp Art Union closed, and still no authentic claim has been received for the first prize, an oil painting, which could be exchanged for a motor-car. Now the law steps in, and, under the conditions of the permit, the prize is to be dealth with at the discretion of the Minister of Internal Affairs. So far, no instructions have been received, but it is understood that the prize will be auctioned, for Health Camp Funds.—Press Assn.

Last week was the best for the air mail returns that the Post and Telegraph- Department has had since the service was introduced on, the Palmerston North —Dunedin and Wellington —Blenheim-Nelson runs, excepting the first week, when postings were abnormal, because of the extraordinary interest on the first two days by philatelists throughout New Zealand. The number of letters carried by air each week has been: First week 38,793; second week. 12,470; third week, 14,189; fourth -week, 11,776; fifth week 10,936; sixth week 12,402; seventh week, 15,993. In addition, 3,722 overseas air mail letters have been distributed through New Zealand, without extra charge to addressees, on delivery by ship from Australia.—Press Assn.

Well, it certainly feels as though winter is here, bringing the necessity for extra blankets. If you’re considering the cost, here’s a tip. Buy “Premier” Blankets, they are the best value offering to-day. The reason? They were bought before the rise in such a large quantity (Wellington, Masterton and Greymouth pooling their orders) to secure the lowest .possible price. Obtainable only at C. Smith’s. All Wool White Blankets, single bed size at 21/-, double bed size 35/-. They’re full sizes too! We’ll gladly show you them anytime. C. Smith, Ltd.—Advt.

One feels a certain satisfaction in being able to offer something which is held in high esteem by the Imperial Institute and West End Clubs, London. On the West Coast we have within our reach a whisky which appeals favourably to the palates of London’s leading society, viz., Dewar’s Imperial Whisky, , and there is little wonder that “Dewar’s” has become a popular favourite with all sections of the community for its mild flavour and smoothness. Messrs Griffen and Smith, Agents, Greymouth, Hokitika, and Westport.— Advt.

Nine building permits, of a total value of £1485/10/-, were issued in the Borough of Greymouth during April.

Books issued from the Greymouth Municipal Library during April totalled 2122, and membership tickets 40. Twenty-five new books were placed in circulation.

The assurance that whatever remedies were necessary to protect the interests of the secondary industries of New Zealand would be applied, was given by Rt. Hon. M. J. Savage, yesterday, to a Wellington deputation representing the New Zealand Manufacturers’ Association. —Press Assn.

Reporting to the Greymouth Borough Council, last evening, the Engineer (Mr. A. J. Fairmaid) stated that the employees in the Borough under the No 5* Scheme comprise nine single men and 20 married men, in addition to a number of miners granted intermitent relief, on account of short time worked in the coal mines.

The Greymouth Fire Board’s Dennis engine was given a special overhaul last evening, five mechanics spending about six hours on the which should ensure maximum efficiencv for some time to come. Whilst the overhaul was in progress, the auxiliary engine was brought down from the High Street station, and held in readiness, in case of an outbreak of fire.

Suggestions have been made to the Government by the New Zealand Tourist League that it might revert to the plan of having a general manager ot the Tourist Department who can devote the whole of his time to the task. It has been pointed out that as the department has to administer assets worth over £750,000, and handle a very large and rapidly developing business which is of great value to the Dominion much more progress would be possible by having one man concentrating on making the department a success.

After a long discussion, in which fears were expressed by sonra councillors of the possibility of the introduction of the Continental Sunday in New Zealand, with the consequence that many people would b’a working for the entertainment of others, the Wellington City Council granted permisison for a picture screening on May 17 for the Wellington Brass and Pipe Bands Association, but endorsed the principle that in future each application would be considered on its merits on the understanding that pictures of a type usually shown on ordinary days were not thought desirable for exhibition on Sundays. A special committee was set up to confer with interested bodies concerning Sunday concerts.

According to the decision of Mr. J. Miller, S.M., at the Hastings Magistrate's Court, a person who is being double-banked on a bicycle which is not properly lighted at night is equally culpable with the man in the saddle. The ruling arose as the result of the prosecution'of Ivor Eagle and Robert Lyall Murrell, who were charged with riding a bicycle at night without a light. Murrell said that he was on the bar at the time and questioned whether he could be held responsible for the breach. “You were aiding and abetting at any rate,” said the Magistrate, and imposed a fine of 15/-, with 10/- costs, on each defendant. A similar fine was imposed on Hollis Rose, who was also charged on the same count.

11. Rattray, Dental Surgeon, Lima’s Buildings (Opposite Opera House), Tainui Street. ’Phone 652. —Advt.

It. was suggested by Mr. H. S. S. Kyle (National, Riccarton), in an urgent. question to . the Minister in charge of the Police Department in the House of Representatives, that there is uneasiness in the Police Force because there is no official head. He therefore asked that an announcement should be made as early as possible of a successor to Mr. W. G. Wohlmann. “The Commissioner has not retired,” replied the Minister (the Hon. P. Fraser), who explained that he was on leave and would not terminate his appointment until June 30. The name of his successor -could not be announced before his retirement, but meanwhile, Mr. R. M. Madden, Chief Clerk, had been appointed Deputy-Commissioner, and, added the Minister, “there is no uneasiness in the Police Force.”

Table Games for the child or Adult await your inspection at B. Dixon’s, Tainui Street. All the old favourites as well as the latest productions are included in the large stocks offered. Prices range from 1/- to 10/6 each. Come in and see them. —Advt.

See the remarkable values S. Burnett White is offering in solidly constructed furniture. Value-sheer unbeatable —is our big selling point. You can buy from us furniture in any quantity—for any room at far less than identical furniture would cost you elsewhere. —Advt.

Down Quilts are always popular. No wonder at C. Smith’s prices. Here’s one line: Brocaded Art Silk Down Quilts 32/6 single, 37/6 double. Choose from the following colours: Rose, Gold, Blue, Green, and Lilac. Lots 'of others to choose from. The winter is ahead, why delay?—Advt.

The latest in Model Aeroplane Kits and Supply outfits at prices ranging from 2/6 to 7/6 each. For the air-minded youth who wants to build his own model plane the ‘‘Comet” outfits offer the best available materials. Perfectly designed plans and reliable parts make it a joy to build. Come in and see these lines at B. Dixon’s, Tainui Street.— Advt.

New Books at B. Dixon’s, Tainui Street. Postage in brackets: “A Pilgrim’s Way in New Zealand,” by Alan Mulgan 15/- (6d); "Strange Melody" by Neil Bell, 8/6 (6d); “Play Parade,” by Noel Coward, 10/6 (6d); “Pole Star,” by Stewart Edward White, 7/(6d); “Here Lies a Most Beautiful Lady,” by Richard Blaker 7/- (Gd); “Oil Under the Window,” by Norman Berrow 7/- (sd); “The Cappy Ricks Special,” by P. B. Kyne 7/- (sd); “The Exile,” by Buck 7/- (sd); “The Return of the Dark Invader,” by Rintelen, 13/6 (Gd); “Life Began Yesterday,” by Foot 6/-, (4d).—Advt.