LOCAL AND GENERAL

Greymouth Evening Star, 19 April 1938, Page 6

LOCAL AND GENERAL

Remarkable progress in medical science in Australia, was noted by Doctor E. F. Dath, Professor of Pathology, at Otago University, who returned to Wellington by the Awatea, to-day. after attending the ninth Australian Cancer Conference. The medical profession in Australia, he said, was keenly interested in New Zealand's national health scheme, because the Federal Government had announced its intention to introduce a somewhat similar but much less ambitious scheme. Legislation would be brought down during the coming session.—Press Assn.

New Zealand’s death roll during the eleven months ended in February this year totals 207. while 4,471 suffered either serious or minor injuries in motor vehicle accidents. Of those killed, 65 were passengers, 54 pedestrians, and 39 drivers, while 22 motor-cyclists met their deaths. A total of 3,545 accidents occurred, and 1 of these 3,134 were collissions between motor vehicles. The month of August, 1937, saw the highest total. 335 collisions occurring.

Useful Handbooks at B. Dixon’s, Ltd. “Diesel Handbook,” by Risblom 27/6 (6d); “Chambers Seven Figure Mathematical Tables,” by Pryde 9/6 (sd); “Golf.” by Whitton 2/6 (3d.); “Wireless for Beginners," by Boltz, 5/-; (4d); “Oxy-Acetylene Welding,” 2/6 (3d); “Soldering, Brazing and Welding 2/6 (3d); “Parrots, Parakeets and Mudgergairs,” by Manning, 2/6 (3d); “How to Become an Effective Public Speaker,” by Battensby 1/- (2d); “Reinforced Concrete Water Towers, Bunkers, Siles and Gantries,” by Gray, 16/6 (6d). —Advt.

New Books at B. Dixon’s. “Lord Samarkand,” by Vaehell, 10/6 (6d); “The Prodigal Parents,” by Sinclair Lewis, 7/6 (4d); “Anne’s Adventure” by Valentine 7/6 (4d); “Port of Destiny,” by Long 7/6 (4d); “Over the Range,” by Idriess 6/- (4d): “Poems of Francis Thompson," first cheap edition 4/6 (4d); “And Berry Came Too,” by Yates, 4/6 (4d); “Sir Percy Leads the Band,” by Orczy 4/6 (4d). Postage in brackets. —Advt.

Women who make their own garments insist on materials from C. Smith’s. They like the quality! The variety of colour and weave! And they know better value cannot be had anywhere. See the new range for autumn now showing at C. Smith’s, Ltd.—Advt.

I “The Famous Cheap Library of Theological Works” 1/3 each, postage 3d extra, at B. Dixon’s, Ltd. “The Christ of the English,” by Two Wayfarers. “Christianity and .its Critics” by Donald Soper. “Practical Prayer,” by Hugh Redwood. “Christ and Human Need,” by C. F. Andrews. “An I Handful with Quietness,” by Hugh Redwood. “The Crowd for Christ,” by J. I. Brice. “Ambassadors for Christ,” by Mildred Cable and Francesca French. “The Path of Prayer," by Samuel Chadwick. “Mary Slessor, The White Queen,” by W. P. Livingstone. “Christ in the Valley of Unemployment,” by R. J. Barker. —Advt.

Consistency is the secret spirit of success and one of the most successful .consistent “Spirits” is Dewar’s Imperial Whisky. AH those good qualities of fine, matured whisky are found in Dewar’s, and this is the reason it is so consistently called for throughout the world by judges of good whisky. Mau is gifted with a very sensitive taste when choosing his eatables, wearables etc., and why not use that same good taste in the choice of his drinkables and drink the best. Messrs Griffen and Smith, Ltd., Distributors, Greymouth, Hokitika and Westport.—Advt.

There was a fairly 'extensive slip on the Rewanui railway line yesterday, between Dunollie and Rewanui. It is hoped to have the track cleared this afternoon. The Liverpool mine did not work to-day.

A statement by the Minister for Transport (Hon. R. Semple) that he did not consider it advisable to prohibit double-banking on bicycles was the object of a protest at a meeting of the council of the Automobile Association (Auckland). “The practice is the worst menace on the roads, with the exception of the drunken driver,” said Mr. 11. J. Butcher. It was resolved to make a protest to the North Island Motor Union, which had previously received the Minister’s views without comment.

Industrial disputes in New Zealand during the year ended in December last showed an increase on the previous year and a consequent greater loss in wages to the employees. The total number of disputes between employers and employees was fifty-two, and resulted in a loss of wages of £32,129. During the 1936 period there were only forty-three disputes involving a loss in wages of £12,886. Last year, although there were only seven-tv-two firms concerned in disputes, compared with 128 in 1936, they were more serious, involving as they did a total loss og 29,916 days against 16,980. In addition 11,411 employees were concerned last year compared with 7,354 in 1936.

Anzac Day Concert, Town Hall Anzac night, Monday, 8 o’clock. Firstclass programme.-—Advt.

Residents are anxiously awaiting the Government’s decision.'as to whether the Greymouth Borough Council will receive assistance towards clearing the slip at Omofo. But in the meantime we must not overlook the fact that the good rich health-giving qualities of Tintara Port are especially recommended for invalids and those who require an occasional stimulant. Messrs Griffen and Smith, Ltd., Distributors, Greymouth. Hokitika and Westport.—Advt.

Do you require a section? S. Burnett White has exactly -the one you want. —Advt.

Going away this Easter? Don’t forget C. Smith’s for last minute needs. It’s always safe to shop at C. Smith’s, when in a hurry. You can rely on the quality and modest prices. So important isn’t it! —Advt.