and Blackbull name

Grey River Argus, 21 December 1916, Page 2

and Blackbull name

Delivered overvmoi-iiinff iv Qf^ktuouth. Kumara Hokitika, Dobso n, Wallsend, l'aylorviile, Crono dan, Ngahere, Bluckball, Nelso'u Creek', Branuei Te King-a, Rotomauu, Poerua, Inobbonnie, auri Patara, Rum, Kaiuaata, Kotuku, Moaaa, Arafcika Ranauga, Duuollie, Cobden, Baxter's, Kokiri Ahaura, Ikamatua. Stl iwater, W viuta, Reeftou THURSDAY, DECEMBER 21, 1916. CARE GF THE CHILD. A cablegram published on Tuesday morning stated that the first Australasian Conference of the Schools Medical Services had opened, and that ar. endeavour would be made to establish a standard, arid to settle a common basis fpr dealing with diseases and defects. It is only within the last few years that any real effort has been made to locate defects and diseases among New Zealand's State school children, but, from what was discovered in the first few school 8 examined, • it was fpund that it was high time that the work should be undertaken, arid that there had been too little attention paid t.o it by the Government in the past. In some districts there were very unsatisfactory reports returned, by the medical officers, and it was plain to all that if the great work inaugurated by the Plunket nurse system, which has undoubtedly saved a very great number of infants frorri death, by teaching' parents how to care and tend therii, was to be of lasting benefit, it would be necessary to watch the young life beyond the age of two or three years. Not only did the medical officers find njuch ropm f pr improvement among the children individually, but it was found that many a teacher, either owing to ignorance^ or carelessness, was encouraging disease by badly ventilated class rooms and by allowing children to attend schooldav after day in an unclean state, forgetting that in the case of a neglectful parent ft was the duty of the teacher to turn his attention, during school hours at least, , to the unfortunate child's welfare, and to endeavour in some wav to teach him that "cleanliness is next to godliness. •'. Thus it was that when the schools were first examined, there were discovered many sad cases of neglect. Children were in some cases not bathed or were generally uncared for:: others were too warmly dressed; others, girls mostly, were

1 clothed too tightly * others wore boots or shoes wmch were not weatherproof; — to mention just a tew important points which were capable of speedy correction, but which if permitted to continue would prove a menace to the children's health and happiness. There were plainly shown the ignorance and carelessness of parents, who in many cases only needed a word from the medical officer to remind them of their duty to their offispring and the State. Very unsatisfactory also were the findings* of the medical examinations. A large number of children were found to be suffering from such' maladies as adenqids, skin eruptions, malnutrition, defective hearing and eyesight, chest weakness and indifferent circulation, while others, in smaller number, were afflicted with tuberculosis, growths, malformations, kidney diseases, and other ailments, heeding medical treatment. So far a good deal has been done to rectify matters, and it is the j intention pf the Government to cou- , tinue the work. Probably the most I common defect was decayed teeth, I which in several cases were the main 1 reason foi other troubles. Children in a great many cases had not been taught the value of the topth-brush, and when decay had attacked the teeth the parents had allowed it to go unattended. We are pleased that the whole matter has been recognised in its true perspective and .that those in authority have deemed it prudent » to hold the conference now sitting* in Sydney. Mu.ch can still be done t.c improve matters in the direction oi •instructing teachers, children and ra« I rents. We fear that the parents are ■ the hardest to impress with the urgency and impprtance of care and attention being bestowed on children. Doctors' make reports, teachers care for the children during schppl hours s and children do for themselves what they are taught in the school, but it remains for the parents to see that, in the home, where the children spend about three-quarters of their lives, proper fopd and clothing are provided, and that where necessary the doctor's and dentist's services are enlisted. No complaints regarding expense can possibly be countenanced in such a matter. The children's health must be attended to and we know that very few doctors, if any, in this cpuntry are severe or insistent with those who are unable to pay for their services. Neither do we believe that our dentists would charge more than a minimum in cases where the parents were in poor circumstances. We think that it will be found that the Government will have to go further than at present and, after the medical examiner has 1 reported on any particular child, follow up the case and, if the parents refuse to have the trouble attended to, take the case in hand and have the necessary work done by a doctor or dentist, such service to be Paid tor by the parent if he is in a position to do so or to be paid for by the country if he is not. The value of child-life is very much greater now than before the war., and the Governments of Australia and New Zealand are certainly following along right lines in paying serious attention to f he scholars of the State schools. We hope the conference will arrive at some scheme for the efficient carrying out of the work and that if the New Zealand delegates have recommendations to make to our National Governrripnt on their return, those recommand ation «* will be speedily attended to and nut into nrarrire. Le' oa^ent? note what professional pr-n *^nd women hi^e to say on the pubiect and let New Zealand take mnrp <--nro of its most valuable assets — the "h'ldren. The ra*e collector reported to the County Counc'l that he had collected -*\4**o of revenue to date. Irs 6d, revenue for the September quarter had been paid into the County Fund Account by the receiver of Eand. A Deputation from the Cobden Ratepayers' Association waited on the Grey. County Council last evening requesting the Council to subscribe £ for £ for the purchase of a section at Cobden on which to erect a Fire Brigade Station. After consideration the Council decided to subscribe the Association £ for £ up to The section will be vested in the Council. In the latest Casualty List appears the following : "Previously reported ' wounded now reported missing, Private W. C. Compprt." We take it thai this refers to young Comport oi Rimu. In the same list and under the name, "Private D. Shand." D. L. Shand, of Hokitika, was reported sdnie time ago as wounded, but we cannot say,, whether the "D. Shand" 1 reported as previously reported wounded and now as missing refers to Hokitika's D. L. Shand. At the County Council meeting yesterday the District Engineer , of. Railways forwarded particulars rej garding a level crossing at Camp ' Greek rpad between Rotomanu and Poerua Stations, and stating that the Department could not go to the expense. One Cpuncillor remarked: ' "The railway all over they do all they can to stop settlement." Cr Ryder said he would see if he could get an interview with the District Engineer ; and get a private crossing. The letter received required all kinds of, signals.put up at crossings in the County, yet, the Chairman remarked "look at the crossings in the tpwn which were all neglected." Motorists can obtain all sizes in Michelin tyres and tubes, and the famous Korker puncture cure, from Harley's, Ltd., the West Coast agents. Father Christmas again ! Well you can easily select a present for your sporty friend from our fine stock.— Wade arid Co. — Advt. The choice pf a suitable Christmas present fpr ypiir friepd is easily made if you purchase from' B. Dixon. The stocks are . large and varied, the articles useful and dainty, the prices the lowest in town. — Advt. Boots Bad? I?m Glad! You ; send 'em; I'll mend 'em! at W. Morrish and Co. — Advt. " . Don't get Corns— wear Morrish and Oo.'s Boots. They fit -to ■'.' perfpetiph, .year like, steel, and the prices" are the lowest. — Adyt."' A useful gift at Xmas time would be a lovely flower stand which can 'be pur chased; at Uddstrom 's "f urnitVure sale c'rom 5/6 iipwards ; cake stands from 12/6. Inspection invited.^— Advt. Michelin Tyres which are world renowned for their value, can be chased in large numbers by motprists from Harleys; Covers for Ford cars are a speciality.— Advt. Dainty Christmas and New Year cards and postcards in the latpst designs and colourings are here for your selection/ An endless variety to choose from at the lpwest-pnces are procurable at B. Bixbh, Tainui Street — Adyt; •; Lifelong friendships are often cemented with a kindly present at the festive season. A tennis racquet brief bag, -set of San^dws, all, make ? r . an ° £F e f ents J1 & -yow athletic I friend.— Wade and Co.— Advt.

{Several mills in the district closed down yesterday for the' Xmas and New Year holidays, but the majority will work on till Friday or noon' on Saturday of this week. The Greymouth Jockey Club invites tenders for the purchase of right to luncheon and tea room for their forthcoming meeting on January ist and 3rd. . Tenders close on Friday next at 4 p.m., with the secretary, M. J. Fogarty. mile beypnd the Greymouth Race o'clock last night at a spot about a mile beyond th c Greymouth Race Course. It was thought in Greymouth ' that the bij^ stand was in flames, but investigation showed that such was bot the case. Final arrangements have been made by. Mr T. Pollard with J. C. Williamson LtcT, for the production of • the much boomed picture "The Birth : cif a Nation" durin g the third week [ in January. Over 5000 men have been allbwec 1 leave from Trentham and Featherston 1 Camps for 21 days, they are due tc 1 report themselves on the 7th of Jan- , vary. ' Acceptances for the Greymoutl* . Trotting Club's Meeting close at the I secretary's oeffie Nancarrow anc . Cos Buildings, on Friday 'evening ' next 22nd inst., at q o'clock. 1 Mr Tom Pollard junr. had a tjarrov I escape from a rather serious acci ' dent on Tuesday evening last. Re • turning on his bicycle from "Runan 1 ga after the picture show, from some • unforeseen cause when about half-wav • in, the handles broke completely ofl and caused a general collapse. Luck ' ily the going was on level gfounc ■ and a nasty fall and the gravel rash : were the worst result. The adjourned quarterly meeting o1 j the Grey Licensing Committee was held yesterday. There were present: [ Messrs T. Hutchison, (Chairman) F . H. Kilgour, and J. Steer. The police . and the Health' Officer reported thai , the repairs which had been ordered tc be done to the Imperial Hotel had been ' completed^ tp their satisfaction. The license was therefore granted. They also reported that the repairs to the , Railway Hotel (Trafalgar Hotel) had been almost completed, and everything was now satisfactory. The license was granted. It is reported that at a public meeting held at Westport. Mr P. C. Webb who spoke against conscription, em; phasised his "anxiety that Britain should win' the war." Now was not this very good and very generpus of Mr Webb? The report of that meeting does not show whether anyone present asked thi* Mr Webb how much he was doing to help win the ■war. Perfect weather favoured the garden party which took place yesterday afternoon at the tennis courts. There • was a very large number of people present wh'p thoroughly enjoyed the afternoon. Tea was provided ana those serving it were kept very busy. Many indulged in tennis, quoits and other games and the whole function was a decided success. Miss Perkins and Mr D. McKay worked hard - in making arrangements for the afternoon. It is estimated that about will be available to be handed over to the Patriotic Fund. The following are among those en board, the Maheno and according to .advice received by the Greymouth Defence Office, will arrive on Saturday next by the overland route from Christchurch: — Ross: Private G. Deacon, Hokitika : Captain Teichelmann, Sergt. Appleton ; Grey: Private L. S. Taylor, Gunner R. Nelson. Rifleman C. C. Thompson, Corporal A. J. Haub; Westport: Private A. (Caldwell, Sergt. W. Connolly (Miller- . ton); Reefton: Rifleman T. C. Ellis^ ton. \ The Treaty of Friendship that exist- ' ed between the King of Tonga and the [ German -Smperor since November 1. ' 1876, is now regarded by the Tongarl , Government has having been termin- [■ ated, as a result of the outbreak of war . between Britain and Germany. This » is announced in the Tongan Govern- ' ment "Gazette." The Kaiser always .had a weekness for the tiny island kin T-dom and its monarch, and numerous . presents and orders in the possession 0: I George Tubou 11. testify to his regard . included in the gifts were a Stati t barge and a life-sized oil painting 0: [• Frederick the Great .of Prussia. : At the Warden's Court yesterdaj I the ' following business was transac f ted: — John Burton applied for ar .. ordinary prospecting license over 7( \ acres at Fagan's Creek, near Barry 5 town.— Granted, subject to prelimin aries in regard to pegging and notice. James Gibson Smith, Roberi Smith, Annie Deck Smith, and Mar} Gibson Smith applied to surrendei residence sites. Adjourned tp JariuI ary 22nd. Margaret McCracken .ap- • plied for a certificate of protection : over special alluvial claim and tunnel. ' -Protected for three months : granted subject to balance of rent being paid [ on or before December 23rd. David Wallace and Thomas Southern applied for a water-race and special alluvial claim on the western side of Stillwater Creek. — Adjourned to January 22nd. Joseph Harrison - applied for a residence . site, near ..Cobden extension.— Adjourned to January 22nd. George Mussen, senr., applied for a residence site of pne acre ni North Beach, at the end of Bright Street Cobden. t Adjourned to Janu« ary 22nd. '. She will be delighted with a charming little gift of jewellery this Christmas. J. Cairney, the jeweller* is showing a really good selection pf such articles, and will be pleased t'p show them tp ypu if ypu will call. ' Intending passengers travelling t° Westport, Nelson and Blenheim by Newman Bros.' Motor Services should 1 reserve, their seats with- the local manpgers, Harley and Co., Ltd., Richmond Quay. . Christmas toys for the children are here in great profusion. Our prices are the lowest possible. An" early inspection -is invited, at B. Dixon, Tainui Street. — Advt. ; The thing to remember is not to forget to come to Morrish and. Co. 'a for your boots and shoes. — Advt. Don't forget your sporty friends at Christmas. A tennis racquet, bat, or brief bag will be appreciated.— -Wade arid Co.— Advt. ''•„•''' White Piques, single widths, 1/-, 1/3, 1/9 per, yard. Also . double "width i Piques* at l'/3 and 1/6 per yard. Walk- j erj!s, Boundary Sjtreet.— Advt. I Mfc haye •- a magnificent stock of Ladies? Blouses at. present in eyery ■variety. Prices are aa follows: Fancy j Coloured Voiles, with silk how, 6/11; I White Musiin Blouses, 4/11, 5/11 wad 1 6/11 each,- White Voile Blouse-?, 4/11, * S/ii, 6/11 to 14/6 each}' White Silk Blouses. 7/11, 8/11, 9/11 to 21/- each; Check and spot pattern Voile Blou?es % fe/11 and 8/11 each; also in black silk, .black sateen, black and cream Radianta Blouses. Come in and look round. -4~Walker?s, Boundary -Street, Orieymouth,—:Advt s __ ■ X"

COUDCIL REPRESENTATION DISCUSSED AT COUNTY MEETING At the County Council meeting yesterday Cr. ., J. Eyall moved: ."That a special meeting of the Council be held for the purpose of taking into tensideration the readjustment of re r - presentation in the Council, including, if deemed advisable, an alteration in the number of Hidings and the names and boundaries thereof." In moving the motion, Cr. Ryall , stated that the county seriously . re- ; quired readjusting, as the representation at the- Council table was not fair. * He was sure that the majority of the 1 Councillors would support the motion. ; The council was constituted in 1876. iv 1880 all the ridings were altered and ; ii 1899 Marsden, Maroi Creek and * Paroa were readjusted, so it wasl he stated, 36 years ago since the whole I of the ridings were readjusted. Con 1 ditions that prevailed 36 years ago, and » even later, had entirely altered. Some - of the ridings which prospered under jgold-mining were mere villages to-day. t Ke quoted the valuations of the differ- . ent ridings as follows, to show how j some had advanced while others had r declined: — ' Riding 1899 1916. Cob den £74 880 £138,304 r Waipuna * £75 000 £82,002- - Brunnerton -. . £149*,000 £115,662 - Nelson Creek .. £88,000 £28,000 - Red Jacks £36,052 £47 683 - 5 Par °a £28,208 £61,605 ' Maori Creek .. £48,486 £32 452 r Marsden £8,639 £7*513 - Hohonu £66,964. £90916 1 While Cobden, Red Jacks Paroa 1 Hohonu and Waipuna Ridings showed an increase in rateable property BrunE neiton, Nelson Creek, Marsden and ■ Maori Creek showed* large decreases. Where there are large decreases, . stud Cr. Ryall, something should be : done, especially at Marsden. t Cr. Finn objected to the resolution > stating that the mover wanted to 1 "out" his riding. • Cr. Ryall, in answer to Cr. Finn [ said that if he wanted his opinion of - * Marsden Riding, it was to have it wiped out, as there were two or three ; '-cocatoos" in Coal Creek who paid more rates than the whole of those in " the Marsden Riding put together. ■Cr Irving seconded the resolution > which wa9 carried. *