TOWN AND COUNTRY.

Lyttelton Times, Volume CXVII, Issue 17206, 28 June 1916, Page 6

TOWN AND COUNTRY.

Tho auction advertisements of Tonks, Norton and Co., Ltd., and 11. B. Sorensen appear on page 11. Yesterday tho treasurer of tho Soldiers’ Queen section of the recent Queen Carnival in aid of the Canterbury Patriotic Fund, received a cheque for £l6, which, with previous payments, makes a total of £4l as proceeds from tho art union for the gold watch presented by Messrs Coates and Co

An election to fill an extraordinary vacancv on the Board of Governors of the Canterbury Agricultural College, caused bv the retirement of Mr George Rennie, will be held oil July 11. The member is to be elected by the members of tbo Legislative Council and House of Representatives within the provincial district, and nominations will close on July 4. at noon. Mr W. S. Wauchop writes as follows to the editor of tho “Lyttelton Times In justice to tho Misses Proctor and Paterson, I would like to correct an error in Monday’s issue or your journal, in the notice of the Royal Navy benefit conpert given in the Choral Hall on Saturday evening. I am credited with having arranged the entertainment, whereas it was really organised by the ladies* i have mentioned.”

In speaking to the members of tho Dairy Conference at Palmerston last Wednesday, Mr E. Clifton, who was New Zealand representative at the Panama Exposition, said that the people in the Dominion did not know tho real heart of tho American people in regard to the war. Tliero was a blatant pro-German Press, but the foremost journals and leaders of America were in sympathy with tho Allies. They deplored the apathy of their country, and doctored that America should have been tho first country to protest against the German methods of warfare.

For the last few days wrathful guests at a city hotel havo been wanting to know why they are charged sundry sixpences for cups of tea previously included in the ordinary tariff (says the Sydney “Daily Telegraph”). IVby, too, they should pay one shilling for a diminutive jug (usually called a doll s jug) of cream, formerly served as a matter of course; also, why a tray sent to a bedroom, instead of costing the usual shilling, is now charged for at the rate of two shillings. To all these anxious inquiries the manager is said to have replied that complainers havo to blame the six o’clock closing of hotels; the hotels must mako up for the curtailed hours somehow, and the only way they can do that is by passing it on to the guests. Needless to'say, the guests aro furious, and threaten to pack up and leave rather than put up with such charges.

According to plans published in New York in April, the Inter-Ocean Submarine Engineering Company will shortly commence the work of salving cargoeo sf bullion and other valuables from vessels sunk as the result of the European war. Amongst the numerous vessels to receive the attention of this ontcrprising concern will be the Lusitania, and altogether it is estimated that a total of £60,000.00 worth of goods can be recovered trom vessels which are not more than 40Cft below the surface. The president of the corporation is Rear-Admiral Chester, U.S.N. (retired), and many prominent American bankers, including Mr George F. Baker, aro providing the financial ■backing. The moving spirit in the enterprise is Chief-Gunner Stillson, U.S.A. (retired), who devised plans for raising the American submarine F 4 from Honolulu waters, and who is credited with several inventions to facilitate deep-eea salvage and diving operations. The company plans to work in conjunction with the marine underwriters who have paid losses on the sunken vessels, to whom it is proposed to pay 8 or 10 per cent of the values recovered. “ With a view to establishing a better policy to retain the extension of the markets abroad for Japanese manufactures during and after the war, the Government has organised a largo trade commission whoso function it is to investigate the conditions of tho markets overseas as affected by tho war. or tho possible changes in the world economic system under the influences of the war,” says a recent issue of the “Japan Times.” “ During tho present fiscal year the members of the commission will be dispatched to India, the South Sea Islands, Australia, European countries. North and South America, and Canada, and they will, in conjunction with the Japanese Consuls there, carry out the most elaborate programme of investigations. Tho Dutch Indies, Australia 'and New Zealand will be visited bv Mr Kyoji Uinta, who is the right person for the task assigned, for he has boon in e'ose touch with commercial and industrial activities in those parts for many years past in Ins capac ity of Consul at Batavia. In clear countries investigations will be conducted for the time being by the consuls stationed therein. Consul Kumaaaic taking charge of inre. ligations irn the United States Consul-General Yatn in Canada, and Consul Ynmnznki in Great Britain. France will be placed within the sphere of Consul Kijhue’s supervision at Lyons, where he is stationed, in the centre of tho French silk industry, in winch Japan is tnr=t interested. Russia comes tinder Consul Hirata at Moscow, for a similar reason. Latin America is to be investigated by Consuls Matsumura and Mori, who are now tho chiefs of the Con<ud"tes at San Paulo and Lima respectively.” Loasby’s “Stop It” cures coughs quickly. Suits all ages. Pleasant to f,,—lls fid, 2s fid, 4s fid.. Chemists and' grocers. X Heat without fire! Hot drink any time and anywhere. Messrs Has tie. Rull and Pickering, Cashel Street, arc showing the “ last word ” in Vacuum Flasks, viz., a beautifully'finished pint size, in seamless, fully nickel-plated case, at 8s fid complete. 8N Notice to Electricity Consumers and others: —Wo are not offering our Clients obsoloto wood casing, but wc aro still using steel conduit as heretofore. The host is the cheapest. Ask for quotations. Turnbull and Jones, Ltd I^9B 18th Reinforcements. Fresh stocks of presentation goods just opened up. Wristlet Watches,' Money Belts, Safety Razors, Hair Brushes, Combination Knives, Photo Wallets, Writing Wallets, etc., all of approved quality. Lewis and Anderson, Ltd., Cashel Street. X

A “ Gazette” issued last night exteuds the period during which hank notes shall be legal tender to December 31 next.

A fairly large number of men of the Fifteen ill i.ciniorccuu-nts on leave passed through Christchurch by the second express last night, on their way to Wellington. The troops were Tom Invercargill and wayside stations. A number of members of the Flaxmill Employees’ Union keenly resent, tho action of an extreme section of tile union compromising all members by the resolution passed at tho ‘mass meeting” held at Palmerston North last Saturday week, in respect to the Military Service Dill, sry.3 the “Alanawatu Herald,” wliic' s informed that the attempt to compel members of tho union to sign a pledge to go on strike when the Bill became law will result in failure. The current number of the Canterbury Agricultural and Pastoral Association’s “ Journal ” contains a variety of useful and interesting information. Mr It. Speight contributes an article on “The Limestones of Canterbury Province,” Dr Hilgcndorf one on “ A Trial of Grass Mixtures,” and Mr L. J. Wild one on “ The Analysis of Soils.” Work of importance in the agricultural year receives attention, and photographs of the principal prizetakers at the association’s Metropolitan Show are reproduced. Tho Petane Maori village, Hawke’s Bay, was the scone of an impressive ceremony last week, when a statue to the memory of Henare Pohio was unveiled. Henare Pohio, who was tho Rangatira of Petane, died two yeais ago, aged seventy. The ceremony was performed by Archdeacon Ruddock, assisted by tho Revs Munro and P. Kokiri', the actual unveiling being done by young children. A chosen man was christened ‘ Kohatn ” (meaning a stone). Kohatn Represents the statue as a moving stone, and wherever ho goes Maoris will be reminded of the statue to Henare Pohio at Petane. Tho statue is mounted on massive grey marble, and forms a landmark that can be seen for many miles around. At a sitting of the Supreme Court in Chambers, before the Registrar, yesterday, an application was made on' behalf of the mortgagee, under the Mortgagees Extension Act, for an order authorising the sale of a property consisting of a house and 1 rood 10 2-3 perches of land, fronting on Bnrbadoes Street, on the ground that the interest had not been paid and the property was being allowed to fall into disrepair. Mr Alpers appeared for the Permanent Investment and Loan Association, the mortgagee; Mr Rowo for James Wright Sawle. the mortgagor, and Mr Whitcombc for Georgo Berry Ritchie, owner of the equity of redemption. The depreciation of value of the property alleged by tho applicant, association was denied. The Registrar made an order os prayed, tho order not to become eiTcetivo until August 8 next. , When tho Panama-Pacific Exposition was in progress the Labour Department requested the New Zealand _ Commissioner to obtain any information which might ho available there as to the latest methods of liouse-building. _ It was thought that at such an exhibition much information might be obtained concerning such devices as the Edison concrete frame, enabling dwellings to be erected in record time and at a very low cost. The introduction of such methods to New Zeeland would serve to facilitate the erection of workers’ dwellings, making the benefits of the system more widespread. Little information was available, however, since apparently building methods wero not a great feature of the Exposition. The Department, however, says the “ Post.” intends pursuing its innuiries in other directions, particularly Canada and the United States, so that its work in this direction may be upon the most modern Hnea.

At the C.D.C. rooms last night there was a representative meeting of the sub-committeo appointed by the Returned Soldiers’ Association to go into the question of holding a military ball in aid of tho funds of the association. Among those present were Mesdames George Rhodes and R, A. Chaffey, and representatives from the Women’s National Reserve. Detailed arrangements for the ball were approved The Women’s National Reserve stated that it would look after the entering arrangements, and it was reported that application had been made to Derry’s Band for its services for tho evening Messrs Strange and Company offered to furnish tho rooms free of cost. A subcommittee was appointed to go into details in connection with final arrangements. Tho C.D.C. representatives were invited to appoint a treasurer, and Mr W. E. D. Bishop was elected.

Your Home Pets photographed in a manner you will appreciate, and results will last for ever. Steffano Webb, 252, High Street. X 4 The decadence of prices for all classos of Drapery and wearing apparel at Alessrs Armstrong’s, Ltd., is most marked. The specials, selected for this week-end. us detailed in the Firm’s advertisement this morning, bear for goods of such quality, the lowest prices in the Island. 1

Armstrong’s have fine stocks of Wools for knitting; 3-ply Fingering at 4id skein, 4s 3d per head; 3-ply Wheeling in plain colours, 4s lid, and Khaki Wheeling at os (id per head. - Mitchell Gars.—Mitchell Cars are not made to meet a price, nor to shatter records of quantity, but to fulfil a service ideal —to bo a true foundation lor a worthy motor vehicle. Hamlet and Tench, Timin' Street, Christchurch. ’ bMo

Pleasure in graceful line and wellbalanced form aro universally inborn. My portraits aro based on simple, natural lines, yet with full appreciation of the artistic re»ponsini!ities they entail. R. H. Clifford. Studio, 152, Cashel Street. X

“Delay of justice is injustice.” jb.ust to yoursoif or family, and barn the value of Baxter’s Lung Preserver as a remedy for all chest and bronchial troubles. Also a wonderful tonic! Is 10cl big bottle. Chemists and storekeepers. 8 Those boys who have been awaiting the publication of John R. Procter’s advertisement in order to compete in the Great Meccano Competition will find the announcement in the advertising pages of this issue. The first electric torch has been awarded to Master R tymond O’Daniclh. of 54. Cecil Street, Waltham. The keenest interest is being taken in the competition by belli city and country boys alike. X TWO EXCEPTIONAL SECONDHAND CAR OPPORTUNITIES. Clients who are purchasing from us “ Studebaker ” cars of the latest model have placed in our hands for sale two ears which can be confidently recommended as genuine bargains at tho prices asked. One of these is a standard model 4-c.vlimler 33-li.p., 5-son tor, touring Studebaker. with two auxiliary seats. This car leaves our paint-shop to-day, having been completely refinished in ivory white. It. is equipped with electric lights all over, and electric self-starter, together with tho full road equipment that goes with every “Studebaker.” The price is £3OO, or near offers will be considered. The other car is ,a neat two-seater roadster, with powerful engine, finished in primrose shade, and carrying full road equipment. This car is offered at the very low price of £lls, net cash. Both cars are in good running order, and all necessary tuition in driving will be given to die purchaser ot either car. The cars will bo on view at our garage to-day. Adams Ltd.. New Zealand Importers of Studebaker Motors. Headquarters Garage, 210. Tuain Street, Christchurch. 1898