LOCAL AND GENERAL.

Grey River Argus, 12 October 1922, Page 4

LOCAL AND GENERAL.

Sleep in peace and comfort at McFarlane’s Albion Hotel. The only i up-to-date fire-proof hotel on the West Coast that caters for travellers and. the general public. Early breakfasts a speciality. Tariff 10/- per day. —Advt. Seventeen applications have been received for the headmastership of the Auckland Grammar School. The State Mines are at present idle. It is said they will not work again this week. Lack of orders is the cause. Air Ted Bond has again taken over the Cafe Royal, the wqll-known Albert Street restaurant, next the Central Hotel ,aud will be’ pleased to welcome old and new patrons. Lodge Mawhcra, No. 136, mecls tonight (Thursday) in the -Masonic Hall, Tainui Street. Visiting brethren cordially invited.—Advt. The Dromana, which arrived at Wellington last week with a load of coal from Newcastle, had two stowaways on board. Tho men were handed over to tho Wellington police. Napier and Hastings have the\ enviable distinction of having a cheaper gas supply than any other centre-, in New Zealand. The net price of gas at these places is now 7/11 per 1000 cubic feet. “'You reside with your husband?” asked counsel of a witness in the Supreme Court in Wellington, in the course of an examination. “Most certainly I do,” replied a very indignant lady. At a fully attended meeting of the executive of the Reform League held at Wanganui, tho candidature of Mr. John Coull for the Wanganui scat was unanimously endorsed. Miss Aline Seagcr, representative for I iavi, Christchurch, is now staying at Bevington’s Hotel, and will be pleased to make appointments to meet or visit old clients and any who wish to make inquiries about the Viavi way to health. No obligation incurred.—Advt. A special meeting of the Hotel and Restaurant Employees’ Union will be held in the Lyceum Hall at 8 p.m. on Monday next, and as the business is very important a full meeting oi members is requested. An agreement on wages and working ('onditions has been arrived at between tho Southland and Otago Cheese Factory Managers’ Union and the South Island Dairy Association, and will be registered in Dunedin. The wages are the same as those ruling last year. WATCH THE INDIANS GO BY.— —Advt. A Sydney cable states that the Australian Premier, Mr. AV. M. Hughes (who has decided not to contest Bendigo, but to go for North Sydney, as being safer), will open his election campaign in Sydney on October 23, whim he delivers a policy speech.

Rub 010 Balm into sore joints, and in twenty minutes the soreness should

The Wellington agent of the Press Association telegraphs: It was stated upon inquiry, that Miss Ettie Rout’s book, ‘ 1 Safe Marriage, ” has been banned by the Customs Department under the provisions of the Customs Act, 1913.

The election of a secretary of the Bluff Waterside Workers’ Union, in

which keen interest was manifested resulted in Air J. Cameron securing a substantial majority. Another candidate, Mr D. Miller, had a fair number of supporters.

The Otautau “Standard” hears that another coal “strike” has been made in the Ohai district. Boring operations have been caried on for some time around Birchwood, and a seam has been struck at a depth of about 500 feet. Further developments are awaited with interest.

“I hope your Honour will not be. horrified if we produce a skull”--(laughter)—said Mr H. F. O’Leary, in the course of a dental action 11 the Wellington Supremo Court. A skub was produced for the information o± the court, and the opposing counsel, Mr A. B. Sievwright, proceeded to demonstrate with this relic. Eventually, there w'ore no fewer than three skulls on the barristers’ table.

The old question as to whether exports should sit with the judge in the Arbitration Court was revived during the hearing of the printing trades dis pute at Wellington. Mr C. Renn, who appeared for tho employees, contended that the product of a layman was likely to bo more readily understood by those interested. On the other hand, Mr F. Piranx (for tho employers) thought export* might have tho •effect of making matters more explicit.

Tho Awatuna dredge is to cease operations in tho course of a few days, although its returns have latterly been very satisfactory. It is understood that the last weekly return was no less than. 86 ounces. The reason for the stoppage, it is understood, is that tho proprietor intends to extend the plant and the scope of operations. At present the dredge is a voracious consumer of coal. The intention, it

is stated, is to improve the dredge by the provision of tables, and to introduce electrical power. A second dredge may also be put on.

Mass will be celebrated as follows: Friday, October 13, at Inchbonnie, 8 a.m.; Saturday, 14th, Rotomanu, 9 a.m.; Sunday, 15th, Ruru, 8 a.m., and Kotuku 11 a.m. —Advt. Grapes which arrived last week from California in good condition are being retailed in Wellington at 1/- per lb. A sawmilling project was placed before one of the biggest operators in this line by a Palmerston North merchant. The industry promised a substantial profit to the millers, who freely acknowledged the fact, but added that the policy now was to sit tight while the law of preference to unionists remained. Does he expect it to go soon? “Pussyfoot” Johnson, who will address the electors to-night in the Town Hall, can answer any question relating to the work of Prohibition in America. No apology will be offered, but facts will bo given that will convince the most prejudiced and unreasonable person on the Coast. “Pussyfoot” is a hard hitter, but above all ho is a man and always lights fair. A large crowd is expected at to-night’s meeting. It will start at 8 p.m. Spoons and forks are a necessity in every home, and nothing looks better or is more inviting than to have the table set with good silver. A rare opportunity offers itself to our readers to replenish their supplies at prices which should not be missed. We offer A.l. Empire Double Plate as follows: Tea Spoons, 9/- half doz.; Dessert Spoons and Forks, 18/- half doz.; Table Spoons and Forks, 22/6 half doz. These bargains will not last long, so make the most of the opportunity. Harley and Co., Ltd., House Furnishers, Greymouth.—Advt. The annual report on the National Endowments established as a permanent endowment for the purposes of education and of old age pensions, shows that the total area comprised in the national endowment on March 31, 1922, was approximately 9,0G4,G94 acres. Of this an area of G,979,274 acres was held on lease or license, subdivided into 4445 holdings, the annual rental payable being £137,550, while 1,636,562 acres have been set aside as provisional State forest. Tho total revenue derived from this endow incut during the past year was £132,201. New Sponge Cloth Dress Materials, artistic designs and colourings, 5/11 yard; New Fujiette, Silky Dress Material, Jazz Designs, 4/11 yard; New Jap Crepes, all shades, 1/11 yard. McGruer’s (Westland), Dtd., Greymouth, Hokitika, and Reefton.—Advt. West Coast agents for Meccano Outfits and accessories. The best age to start | Meccano is anywhere between live and 70. Any boy can build Meccano. We announce reductions in Meccano as follows: No. 0 6/6, No. 0A 7/6, No. 1A 11/G, No. 1 12/6, No. 2 23/-, No. 3 35/-. A. E. Kilgour, Sole Agents for Meccano Toys.—Advt. The Stone Quarries Act Amendment Bill now before the House provides that the law relating to accidents in quarries ami inspection of quarries shall apply to :1! works, machinery, and plant used in connection with quarrying operations in any quarry. It is not to apply to machinery defined by the Inspection of Machinery Act, 1908. Tho Bill tightens the law with respect to the issue of permits to quarry managers and foremen. Examination is to be required in all cases before permits are issued, the terms of the examination to be prescribed by regulation. The law relating to notification of accidents in quarries is also to be amended. Every accident that causes loss of life or any serious injury to any person, is to be notified to the inspector by telegraph. In answer to a question, the Minister of Labour said the Bill did not refer to the Public Works Department, who could look after itself. The insurance on the Town Hall, where there was an incipient fire yesterday is £10,700, while the Peerless Picture proprietary had an insurance of £5OO on its properties in the hall. It was ascertained after the outbreak that up till shortly before midnight, nearly an hour after the Snapshots company had left the building, the ticket box showed no sign whatever of any combustion. It is not known whether there was anyone In tn-e vicinity between midnight and the time of the fire outbreak over a couple of hours later, but otherwise it is impossible to account for the fire. It is generally recognised that Constable Murch’s prompt action in turning on the hose installed in the corridor prevented much greater damage being done. Ahaura is to be en fete to-morrow (Friday) on the occasion of the opening of the War Memorial Hall there. It is anticipated a big influx of visitors will be present. The committee have issued invitations to all parts of the district, and a large number of Greymouth visitors are among those desirous to attend. However, the committee are understood to have decided to hold the inaugural ceremony in the evening, instead of the afternoon, as originally expected. This would mean precluding many visitors from Greymouth and other places from attending. It would also debar many children from Ngahere, Totara Flat, and other places along the railway line from gracing the function. It is therefore to be hoped, and we suggest to the committee in charge, that the opening function takes place in the afternoon at 4.30. This would suit the convenience of all visitors who have to travel by train and enable them to be present.

There was a depth of twelve feet of ] water at 8 a.m. yesterday in the Municipal reservoir. English commercial news shows that the wool market is strong, sales showing a ten per cent advance. An Auckland telegram last night stated that 350 of the new arrivals by the liner Ruahine from England left there lust night by train for the south. Five persons, charged at Westport with disturbing the meeting held by Father Zurcher and other prohibitionist speakers, were remanded. A full report of the evidence will appear later. A cable from Washington states that the loan of seven hundred million dollars, for war debt funding purposes, issued by the United States Government, was oversubscribed on the first day of issue. Mr J. McCready on Monday found the decomposed body of a tall man, dressed in grey saddle tweed, at Cape Foulwind, between the bathing shed and the Giant’s Tooth. The man evidently died three or four weeks ago, and may have been drowned up country. Mr McCready found another body at Cape Foulwind some time ago. Country visitors seeking quality and good values should shop at A. E. Kilgour’s. Our spacious departments a -, e laden with the choicest goods. V e guarantee that your wants will be satisfied. The values are the best: Sheffield Pocket Knives 2/-, 2/6, 2/1173/1.; Letter Files, 3/6, 6/G; Good American Pencils, 1/- dozen; Embroidery Rings, 1/6, 1/9 paar; Sunshine Purses, goed value, 9/6, 11/6, 15/-, 22/6; the fashionable Black and White Sunshine Purse, 10/6 Ladies’ Leather Handbags, some thing special, 15/6, 22/6; 60in Basket Straps, with steel handle, 3/6 pair. /<.. E. Kilgour, Up-to-date Bookseller an J Stationer.—Advt.