LOCAL AND GENERAL

Grey River Argus, 7 August 1937, Page 8

LOCAL AND GENERAL

The first whitebait of the season has made its appearance in a local restaurant, a supply caught in Westport having reached the Dominion Cafe.

A fractured jaw, a lacerated ear, and facial abrasions were sustained by Roy Duncan, 34, married, of Atarau, when he was struck on the face by the handle of a winch which was being used in connection with the shifting of the Brian Born dredge. The accident was due to the slipping of the grab which caused the handle to fly up and strike Duncan. He was admitted to the Grey Hospital, and is progressing satisfactorily.

Bruce Creek, one of Hie most hazardous of the streams on the West Coast-Christchurch road, has been bridged, and is now open for traffic.

“It’s the Talk of the Town"—The Hokitika Railway Ball on Wednesday Night. Train leaves Greymouth 7.45 p.m. Return Fare 2/9.—Advt.

Six men and two youths were found' permanent work, and one man casual work through the efforts of the State Placement Service at Greymouth this week. One of the men was a hairdresser, who was secured permanent work, after being out of regular employment for two years. Only one man was placed on Public Works. All Returned Soldiers are reminded that the Re-union To-night at the Trotting Club’s Pavilion, commences at 8 o’clock sharp.—Advt.

In spite of inclement weather, there was a good attendance when the Moana Women’s Institute held their monthly meeting on Tuesday, at Ruru. Mrs. Taylor demonstrated basketweaving, which proved very interesting. The competition for plain scones had a large number of entries and was won by Miss Birchfield. A motion of sympathy to Mrs. Hines, who is an inmate of Oranui private hospital, was passed. Afternoon tea was served by Mesdames Nord and McNaughton.

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Saying that the history of the meeting house was known to the elders, Sir Apirana Ngata explained for the benefit, of t he younger people assembled at Wai-o-matatini, in the east coast district, to view the dedication and opening of the Porourangi meeting house that all the timber work was carried out by human strength, there being no lorries and such like modern equipment in those days. The original building took 10 years to construct, but the rebuilding took only a short time. He said that the rebuilding could not'have been carried out without the assistance of the Government. He hastened the opening ceremony because the only surviving elder who assisted in the building of the original house, Mr. Pene Haves, was declining in years. m> $

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There was a car to every two people and a-half in Havelock North, said Mr. J. J. Nimon, when giving evidence to the Conciliation Council at Wellington recently during the hearing of the New Zealand passenger transport drivers’ dispute. It was stated by the employers’ representative that conditions in country towns were very different from those in the cities, and.representatives of country bus services were asked to describe the working of their services. Mr. Nimon, manager of the Havelock North bus service, said after the advent of the 40-hour week it had been hoped that bus revenue would increase, but it had been found that competition from private cars became greater. Car owners were in the habit of picking up their friends who were waiting for the bus. Havelock North was largely a residential area for Hastings business men.

Wednesday next at 2 p.m., Harley & Coy. will sell a large quantity of Furniture, including Oak Bedsteads, modern Wire Couches, Chesterfield Couch, Duchess Chests, Wardrobe, Carpets, Runners and Rugs, etc., etc. —Advt.

A. young man who enrolled at. a North Island Placement Office a few days ago, stated that he had landed in New Zealand during the previous week. He was a native of Ireland, and though his credehtials indicated that he had had a fairly good education, he had no apparent qualifications for any kind of work. While he was waiting in the Placement Office a business man who needed an assistant called. The lad was introduced to him, and after a short chat he promised to engage him. The youth’s astonishment at his rapid entry into the ranks of the Dominion’s wage-earners caused his employer some embarrassment. It was later learned that the employer had landed in New Zealand under similar circumstances, about fifteen years ago, and so there was a sympathetic angle to his prompt offer of employment.

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When one of the slides illustrating his New Education Fellowship talk on children’s art appeared on the screen sideways and then, when replaced in the lantern, upside down, Dr. Dengler was not perturbed (says the Wellington Evening Post). “Standing on its head, like our New Education Fellowship,” was his comment. In all his lectures he was shown a keen sense of humour, and sly digs at antipodean •follies have been frequently made and the situation has probably yet to arise of which he could not take advantage. His engaging personality, coupled with the vital substance of his talks, endeared him to the hearts of hundreds who attended the lectures.

An incident that happened at Masterton proves that it is unwise to generalise regarding a man’s industrial ability. An elderly man who did not appear to be in the best of health, enrolled at the Placement Office as a general labourer, and stated that he would like a draining job. A few days later a farmer asked for a man to clean a drain, ing that the work would last at least two days. The veteran was sent to do the work, arriving on the scene just after lunch. He completed the job before dark, and complained to the farmer that his expectated two days* work had fizzled out. The farmer was incredulous that the drain had been cleaned in such a short, time, but an inspection convinced him that the job had been carried out in a workmanlike manner. “It beats me”, he declared, “how you did it, but I’ll find other work to make up the jtwa days”,

Dominion coal production last year Was 25,053 tons more than in the previous year, totalling 2,140,217 tons.

“It’s Easy to Remember—But so Hard to Forget” the Railway Ball at Hokitika on Wednesday. Train leaves Greymouth 7.45 p.m. Return Fare 2/9. —Advt.

New Zealand gold production last year was 702 ozs. less than in the preceding year, the amount being 164,575 ozs., valued at £1,233,178..

That the Maoris are a ' care-free people is generally well known (says the Auckland Star). However, it was exemplified in a very practical manner tne other day. The Waikato Maoris came to town to meet a challenge for the Waitangi Shield, a shield that is played for among the Maori Deague footballers. On arrival at Carlaw Park they were asked for the shield, and then it suddenly dawned on them that they had forgotten all about the trophy itself. “Oh, well, never mind, we win; you won’t want it,” said their -manager. But alas and alack, the\ lost, and now will have to post the shield to their conquerors—the Tamakis.

Mrs. Swan presided over the monthly meeting of the Runanga Women’s Institute, held in the Druids’ Hall. Mrs. J. Braithwaite’s resignation was accepted, and Mrs. R. Hambly was appointed as secretary. It was decided to give a donation o the Borough Council to assist in buy - ing trees to be planted on Arbour Day. An invitation was received from the Greymouth Women’s Institute, inviting them to their birthday. Items were given by Mesdanies J. and S. Hewison, and were much appreciated. The roll call, "Embarrassing Moments,” caused much amusement. The competitions were “Something made from scraps of wool.” and resulted: Mrs. Oakley 1, Mrs. Wright 2, Mrs. Hambly 3. Shortbread: Mrs. Wright 1, Mrs. Hambly 2, Mrs. Scott 3. Next month’s competition is to be a crochet d’oyley and a milk jug cover. Two new members were nominated, and several old members were welcomed back to the Institute.

The Committee of the Hokitika Railway Ball have spared no efforts to make this year's ball the best ever. A special steam-heated train will leave Greymouth at 7.45 p.m., and the music, supper, novelties ani decorations will be all of the best. Wednesday next is the night. _ Return fare 2/9, and what a night’s fun. —Advt.

Charged with the theft, at Greymouth, on August 22. 1936, of £25. the property of Herbert Leach, Hugh Pirie Greig, 28, a native of Scotland, appeared on remand from Christchurch in the Magistrate’s Court al Grevmouth yesterday before Mr F. W. Shallcrass, J.P. Greig was also charged with failing to comply with the terms of his release on probation at Christchurch on February 26, 1937. and March 23, 1937. Detective-Ser-geant H. E. Knight said that the accused had been arrested at Wellington, and had been transferred to Greymouth the previous night. Under the circumstances he asked for a remand until Monday next. Mr W. D. Taylor, who appeared for accused, did not object to the remand, and asked that bail be allowed. Detective-Ser-geant Knight said that, in view of the second charge, he must oppose bail. Unfortunately, the accused had had other experiences, and had been allowed certain concessions which he had never fulfilled. Mr Taylor said that it embarrassed counsel if theii client was tied up in prison, and as far as he could see no harm would be done if the bail was fixed at a reasonable amount and the accused ordered to report daily to the police. Mr Shallcrass granted the remand until Monday, bail being allowed in self £5O and one surety of £5O, or two of £25.

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The weekly meeting of the Run-: anga Debating Club was held on Thursday evening at the School of Mines, with a good attendance. Short speeches were given by the memoers as follows: Mr. D. Barnes, Would it be of advantage to the British Commonwealth of Nations, Canada ceased to be a member. • • Flood: “Is marriage a failure. Mr. L Cook: “Would the introduction of a'community song evening do good in Runafiga?” Mr. A Airns: Are the Statesmen of England as efficient as European Statesmen?” Mr. 1. Walker: “Should there be immigration of Spanish girls into New Zealand for domestic service? Mr. J. Unwin “Why should the Government encourage thrift?” Mr. J Smith: “Should the Government of New. Zealand increase the expenditure on‘defence?” Mr. S. Braithwaite: That modern warfare is bound to fail.” Mr W- Williams: “Are our public libraries giving better service than formerly?” Mr. R. Knight: Is, the hire-purchase system a menace. At the conclusion of the speeches, helpful criticism was given by the deputy leader, Mr. R. Knight.

The Hokitika Railway Ball is being held in the Soldiers’ Hall, Hokitika, on Wednesday night, and for the convenience of Greymouth and Hokitika line patrons, the Committee have arranged for the running of a special steam-heated train to leave Greymouth at 7.45 p.m. Stops where required. Return fare 2/9. There has not been a ball to equal tms year’s Railway Ball at Hokitika, in decorations, music, supper or for novelties. It’s going to be stupendous. Make the Hokitika Railway Ball your meeting place on Wednesday night. —Advt.

At the monthly meeting of the Paroa Women’s Institute, the President, Mrs. Coombes, presided over a good attendance of members. Two new members were proposed and accepted. The meeting opened with the Institute song. An invitation to attend the Grey W.I. Birthday Barty on August 10th. was acknowledged and accepted. A vote of sympathy was passed with the Burger family in their recent bereavement. The roll call, “Children’s Sayings,” proved quite a popular one, many humorous little kiddies’ sayings being mentioned. The second roll call, “Sing, say, whistle or Pay,” brought forth many different items; also a few pennies found their way into the box. The results of the competitions were as follows: “Winter Foliage,” Mrs Wool,lett Ist., Mrs. Meade 2nd., Mrs. Worsley and Mrs. Rawlins (equal) 3rd. “Amusement Competition”: Miss B. Woollett Ist., Mrs. Coombes 2nd., Mrs Rawlins 3rd. The competition, “Something from 4 ozs. Wool,”,

brought forth quite a variety of articles, the winning ones being Mrs. G. Worsley (child’s jersey) Ist, Mrs. Rawlins (child’s toy) 2nd., Miss E. Baker (tea-cosy) and Mrs. B. Woolletf (knitted gloves), equal, 3rd. The motto for the month was: “Good Thoughts need Good Actions to Complete Them.” A dainty supper was served by the hostesses for the evening, Mesdames Meade and Rawlins.