TOWN AND COUNTRY.

Lyttelton Times, Volume CXVI, Issue 16992, 20 October 1915, Page 6

TOWN AND COUNTRY.

A notice in the "Gazette" fixes November 15 as the day for payment of land tax and January 14, 1916, as the date for payment of income tax.

A Press Association telegram states that yesterday tho Governor officially opened tha new kiosk erected at Trcntham Camp to accommodate convalescents, all of whom now are being removed from the racecourso buildings.

The City Council invites citizens willing to give employment to discharged soldiers to inform the town clerk as soon as possiblo of the nature of the employment they have to offer, and the number of men for whom they can find employment. The ceremony of laying the foundation stone of the first of two new wings of St Saviour's Orphanage for Girls, at North Richmond, will be performed today at 3.30 p.m., by B:shop Julius. Bishop Sedgwick and Mr ii. ,\V. Bishop, S.M., will also be present. A Press Association telegram from New Plymouth states:—Mary Thacke'r, Okain's Bay, Banks Peninsula, won the raffle for E. Griffiths' purebred Jersey bull, valued at one nundred and fifty guineas. The Patriotic Fund will benefit to tho extent of £SOO by the raffle. ■

The right of tho publican's booth at the Northern Agricultural and Pastoral Association's show was sold' by auction at Raugiora yesterday, by tho New Zealand Farmers' Co-operative Association, for £3oloa, to Mr G. Hood. The publican's booth at the' North Cantorbury and Oxford Jockey Club's race meeting was offered by auction, but was passed in. It was subsequently sold to Mr Hood for £25.

Mr O. W. Hcrvey, secretary of tlie Cfnterbury Acclimatisation Society, received a telegram from Mr G. Allport, secretary to tho Marine Department, yesterday, stating that n Commission, consisting of Mr T. A. B. Bailey, S.M., Mr C. Pollen, Commissioner of Crown Lands, Christchurch, and Mr T. Ayson, Inspector of Fisheries, has been appointed to inquire into and .report concerning the nutting of fish in Lake Ellesmcre. The Commission will sit in Christchurch on October 2(3. A concert in aid of the Sumner Presbyterian Church Furnishing Fund was held in the Sumner Town Hall last night. Tho building was well packed, and the programme was thoroughly enjoyed. Items, given under the direction of Mr Sidney Williamson, consisted of part songs by 'a chorus of thirty voices, and solos by Misses Marjorie Harris and Ethel Johnson, and Messrs J. C. M'Lean, C. Bills and R. Rodda. At tho conclusion of tho concert Mr A. K. Rule thanked all who had as-' sisted.

Some months ago tho Woolston Borough Council made complaints to the Drainage Board about the condition of the Heathcoto River, and as a result tho hoard took four samples of water from the river and submitted them to Mr A. A. Bickerton, Government Analyst, for a report. At tho meeting of tho board last night the analyst's report was received and general satisfaction was expressed at it. Tho report stated thai; tho waters submitted were each organically pure, with the exception of No. 4, which was very salt. Mr Jolm Richardson, in moving the adoption of the report, said that it showed that the river was practically organically puro and tho board could . congratulate itself on sticli a satisfactory position. Tho board now had it standing report, which could be referred to at any future time if the subject arose again. ' The report was adopted and ib was decided to send a copy to tho Woolston Borough' Council.

Your nerves aro out of gear—that's what's wrong. Take a course of Loasby's Nerve Tonic and Blood Enricher. 2s Gd and 4s 6d, all Chemists and Stores - X 3

" Good advice is beyond price." When coughs or cold's make their 'appearance, the best remedy you can obtain is Baxter's Lung Preserver, which has been used and recommended for over fifty years. All chemists and stores, Is lOd. . X 3

Big shipment' of Japanned Bird Cages, nice shapes and colours, all sizes, from 6s 6d. They're complete, with water bottles, perches, swings, etc., on view at Drayton's Emporium, 765, Colombo Street. X

To-day* and every day the beautiful Wangaiiui River is gliding past green hill and dale—past picturesque Maori whare and pa. An ideal place to spend your holiday, glorious scenery, trout fishing, thorough rest, _ and the most famous scenery of its kind in the wide world. Spend a week or a fortnight at Pipiriki House. A Hatrick and Co.. Ltd., Wanganui; Cook's and Government Tourist Bureaux everywhere.- 2

A point of considerable importance to the public has come to light since tho announcement of the result of the bakers' exhibition, held on Saturday. It transpires that the two champion loaves, and certain other exhibits were made with "Compressed Yeast," and were awarded the championship cup, two gold medals, five silver medals, and four certificates of merit. It will be remembered that a few months ago tho manufacture of this Compressed Yeast was commenced in Christchurch on exactly similar lines to those carried on in the Old Country for thepasT thirty years. It is, of course, well known to science, and approved by public taste, that bread made with compressed yeast possesses wholesome and appetising properties that cannot bo obtained by any other system of fermentation. Thus, now that the best skill of New Zealand bakers, in open competition, has proved beyond any doubt that tho best bread is made with this yeast, householders will be serving their own personal interests to ask their bak6r to supply bread made with " Compressed Yeaat." :, 2167>

The programme of the Banks Peninsula Agricultural and Pastoral Association's annual show for this year shows that as usual the association has been successful in obtaining a large number of sDecinl prizes, which aggregate £220" Tho military horse classes have received special attention, four classes being included under this heading. The association gives the Defence Department's requirements as a guide to competitors, and it is made a condition that remount horsos must bp able to carry sixteen stone. A now departure lias been made in introducing a junior section, mainly for children's educational work. A school exhibit of Red Cross work will be a feature of the show.

The general manager of the Tramway Board stated to a reporter yesterday morning that the condition of the Opawa line waR so unsatisfactory that the work of re-laying it could not be delayed much longer. The board was, however, experiencing great difficulty in obtaining the necessary rails and. although quotations had been received from American firms, it was anxious to place the order within the British Empire if possible. Inquiries _in Canada had shown that quotations were not obtainable there, and the board was loth to draw on the English supplies of steel at tho present uincture, although quotations had been received from British firms. Inquiries m Australia had elicited the fact that tramway rails, such as were wanted, are not made in the Commonwealth. Further inquiries are, however, being made for the supply of the rails. Father and Mother. There are children who will treasure your portraits for a lifetime. Sit for Steffano Webb and post to the boys for Christmas.

"The Child is the Hope of the Race." Every mother should keep handy a bottle of Baxter's Lung Preserver, which gives wonderful relief in all bronchial troubles. It fortifies tho lungs and. tones up the system. Always safe and sure. Is lOd. X2

"Coal Ore," the much-talked-of British Coal Saver, as advertised in the Euglish newspapers and magazines, may now be had flora Messrs Hastie, Bull and Pickering, Cashel Street. A two-shilling packet will treat one «on of coal, or it can be used a little at a time. The results are remarkable. X

Bowlers 1 Have no regrets later on. Start the season with a set of Taylor s "Extra Special" full-weight bowls. They are the best procurable, and have stood the test of time. New stocks just opened. Lewis and Anderson, Ltd., Cashel Street. 1898

Fashion has evolved many new ideas, which are being shown in the large costume rooms at Messrs Armstrong's stores. Ladies are. specially invited to see the French Model Costumes and Race Gowns imported for the gala season. They are made in silk, voile and summer cloths; each costume attractive and without duplicity. Only one of each design. They aro showing 6omo beautiful things in Race Coats at tho same time. XI

A woman relishes newness, especially in respect to Millinery; she recognises creative genius quickly, and those who produce something particularly beautiful and unique easily acquire business. This is the historical reason why, Messrs Armstrong's command the Millinery trade. Their hats are smart and exclusive, and' priced at what may be called " best value." They offer today Trimmed Models at from 12s 6d to 455; also imported Models at 255. Ladies should always inspect Armstrong's 6tock before buying. X 4

STUDEBAKER MOTORS AT THE

LEESTON SHOW

A few days ago a new shipment of the latest 25 h.p. 5-seater Studebaker touring cars arrived in Christchurch. Some few of these cars are still unsold, and are ready for immediate delivery. They have a complete up-to-date electrical equipment, including self-starter, full lighting set with separate dynamo, high tension magneto, and electric horn. Other items of equipment, all included in the price of the car, £355, arc the one-man hood, "Jiffy" side curtains, adjustable clear vision wind-screen, spare detachable rim and tyro, speedometer, and dashboard clock. Also we paint the car in one of the new stylish military shades, or any colour to order, without extra charge. A strong point about tlio new Studebaker. in addition to its reliability and comfort, is its safety. The braking surface is 100 per cent greater than is needed to secure bare safety. Mr J. F. Donald, our Leeston representative, is making a display of the new Studebakers at the Leeston show to-morrow, and our travelling representatives, Messrs R. M. Adams and H. Truscott. will also be present to give demonstrations. Don't forget to visit the Studebaker tent. Adams. JLtd., N Z. Importers of Studebaker Motors. Headquarters Garage, 219, Tuam Street, Christchurch. 1898