TOWN AND COUNTRY.

Lyttelton Times, Volume CXVII, Issue 17950, 18 November 1918, Page 4

TOWN AND COUNTRY.

A meeting of the members of the Tramwaymen’s Union, which was to have been held at midnight on Saturday, has been jiostponod indefinitely on uccount of the influenza ci>idcmic. A Press Association telegram states that tho crew of the Niagara objected to tho vessel taking passe,rigors from Auckland- Tho Union Company conceded the point, and the vessel* sailed on Saturday night. The Wellington correspondent of tho “Lyttelton Times” states that it is uncertain who will stand for tho Wellington South seat. If Mr Semple should bo nominated, a Moderate eanAidgie is likely to stand, but it is probable that the Labour candidate will bo Mr J. Reed or Mr Reardon. The Christchurch Amateur Bee-keep-ers’ Club held a second field day on Saturday at Mr Dunnage’s apiary, Canal Reserve, Woolston, several members and friends being present. Mr P. Jack was demonstrator for tlic day, and ho gave a practical demonstration of hive manipulation. He emphasised the importance of having good lucerne, also that productiveness and gentleness were a matter of strain, and not of breed. Mrs Dunnage provided afternoon tea, and was accorded a hearty vote of thanks. Instances are being reported of persons expectorating on footpaths and roads. It should bo borne well in mind that this is a very dangerous practice, as in the cases of convalescents and people who are in the incipient stago of an attack of influenza tho expectorated matter may be—and in most cases is—full of influenza bacilli. A hnndkefehief or a rag should be kept for the purpose, which should bo washed in disinfected water. The rag, of course, should bo destroyed by burning. Loaeby and Co., Chemists, announce that business is now being conducted in their New and Up-to-date Pharmacy, corner Cashel ana Colombo Streets (opposite Ballantyno’s). This firm has been in business in Christchurch for 12 years, and the Prescriptions dispensed total 107,000. Half of these have been put through in the past four years! XI . Special value. —Strong W. and G. odd cups, 4s lid the half-dozen. Limited number in stock. Also, plates, 4s 6d half-dozen. Drayton’s. Colombo Street. M A most uncomfortable symptom of Influenza is tho feeling of dullness and “ heaviness ” of the head. Chloro-Men-theno relieves this—-makes the head clear and the breathing free. Get- a bottle —place a few drops on a handkerchief, and “sniff up” the fumes. Is (id a bottle, from Cook and Ross, Ltd., Colombo and Armagh Streets, Christchurch. 4 Boys’Crash and Drill Hats, washing, Is, Is lid, 2e 6d, 2s lid; Soft Straws and Panamas, 2s lid, at Armstrong’s. 3 For 53 years Baxter’s Lung Preserver lias hee.K'-'tninistering aid whenever needed. Sore throat or chronic cough cannot, withstand Baxter’s curative qualities. First dose relieves. Unequalled for colds and bronchial riffcetions. Large bottle 2s 6d. 5

As the ferry steamer Mararoa lias to uiulorgo fumigation for Invent'd-four-hours, she will leave on arrival of the 7.50 p.m- train from tho city to-night, instead of ori the arrival of the 5.20 p.m. train, as is Customary.

Tile moderator of tlie Presbyterian Church advises that the General Assembly and the annual meeting of the Presbyterian Women's Missionary Union, which were to have been held at Christchurch next week,. have now been postponed until the Now Year. Complaints have been made in Wellington that certain chemists, taking advantage of the people's fear of infection, have made extortionate increases in tho prices of necessary medicines. !t> is understood that the Government will take quickly any action necessary to protect tho public.

A tiro occurred at 4 p.m. yesterday, at the establishment of Messrs Francis and Penuicuiek, shop litters and contractors. A large shed containing timber and other building materials was totally destroyed, together with its contents, tho damage being estimated at about £250. Tho property was insured in the Norwich Union and New Zealand Offices.

The Mararoa arrived at Lyttelton from Wellington yesterday morning at seven o’clock. The vessel brought a largo number of passengers, and these had to pass through an inhalation room on No. 8 wharf, where the Mararoa was berthed, before being allowed to hoard tho train. Tho process of fumigation took two hours and a halt, and the ferry train did not leave for town until 11.35 a.m.

One of the many sad incidents of the influenza epidemic was mentioned at. tho open-air service at Ft Mary s Church, Manchester Street North, yesterday morning, when during the course of his sermon tho Bov Father Seymour asked for four men volunteers from among tho congregation to perform the duty of pall-bearers at the funeral of a lady visitor to Christchurch who had just succumbed to an attack of the prevalent disease, and who had neither relative nor inend in the city.

The Registrar of Deaths in Christchurch has registered 116 deaths this month. His district extends to the whole of the city and suburbs, and to several countrv districts, such as Yaldliurst, Hulk eft and Motukarara and Prelibleton. The rate has increased greatly since Monday. It is impossible to say how many ol the deaths arc due to influenza, as only the final complaint, is mentioned in tho returns. In many instances, whoris pneumonia is given ns the cause, tor instance, the trouble began with influenza.

Tho kindergarten authorities, under the direction of Mrs T. E. Taylor, have been able to make further arrangements for the placing in suitable homes of children in a normal state ol .health who, owing to sickness in their own homes, have no one to look after them. Several private homes have been placed at the disposal of the Kindergarten Association, and also a room on Cashmere Hills. Miss Hull, the kindergarten supervisor, has charge ot the arrangements. Inquiries as to children for whom homes are required during the epidemic will lie answered on ringing up telephone 2805. Tho demand bv several members for a fortnight’s adjournment has added considerably to the troubles of tho Government, states tho Wellington correspondent of the “Lyttelton Times, and the situation will not be cleared before Tuesday. Mr Masscv has decided that he must carry on if there are sufficient members of the House agreeable but certain elements in the House wall oppose a rush session of two or three days. Should the epidemic abate over the week-end, the course will he cleatei, but members at present are anxious concerning their families. Owing to tho uncertainties of transport, there is a possible complication regarding the Peace Conference, whereof more may be heard later. At the celebration of Mass in the presbytery grounds at tho Barb a does Street Cathedral yesterday morning, Bishop Brodie, in addressing the congregation, dealt with tiie epidemic now raging, and besought a trusting confidence in Almighty God, and the elimination of all tear. Thousands, ho said, had previously been attacked with the complaint and had recovered, but tho great essential in combating it was to take every precaution. Ho would ask them not to be unnecessarily alarmed, and would also ask them, as good citizens, to implicitly carry out the instructions given by the Health authorities. Another instruction he desired to issue was that, if there was anyone in danger, they should not hesitate to send for the priests. Like the Hospital authorities, the priest* were very busy, hut he asked thorn not to fail in sending advice in such eases. Lei. them ask Divine Providence, with all bnmiilty in their hearts, to banish tills sickness from their midst. Let them work, as thev had done in the days of war, with their fellow citizens of all denominations in the battle with this enidemic. As they had been united in the time of war. let them nUo be united in the closer bond of charily. Try DOCTORS’ CREAM O’ GROATS. Unlike imported foods, it is always reliable, pure and fresh. 29 Just opened to-day 210 pairs ladies’ white tennis shoos, 3s lid per pair; also large quantity children’s similar lines, 2s (id and 2s lid. Stewart Robinson, Cashel Street. X Thero is one intimate personal gift that carries with it tho real spirit of Christmas —your own portrait. Lot Stoffano YYehl> make it. 252, High Street. Tel. 1989. 19 Juvenile Garments in washing materials, Blouses, ’Varsity Tops and Coats, are in profusion at Armstrong’s, marked with the Firm’s famous low prices. Inspection is invited. 2 Tho weather at present prevailing is trying to the complexion, but Lazoll’s Oremo cle Me rid or wards ofF all skin discomforts. This soothing cream is absolutely grcaseless, hence can bo applied day or night-. Ask your chemist for Lassel!’s Creme tie Meridor—it keeps the skin fresh, charming and soft m all seasons and all weathers. Get a jar now ! 9 Famine i’i Hardware. The following lines, which are in very short supply, may still be had at Messrs Hastic, Bull and Pickering’s, Cashel Street:— Scythes, Scythe Handles, Axes, “ One Man” Saws, Screwing and Boring Tools and all Engineers’ and Motor Tools, Lathe Chucks, Screws for metal and wood. Fowl Netting, Rooting Alaterial, Cutlery, Scissors of all kinds, etc. 4 TO MOTOR-CYCLISTS. Motor-cyclists and others interested in the latest developments in the famous Triumph motor-cycle, are cordially invited Lo call at our show rooms to-day to inspect two 1918 military model Triumphs, specially released by tho Mechanical Transport Department, Lohdon, “for exhibition in New Zealand.” Orders booked, for shipments to arrive, price £125. Adams, Ltd.. High Street. BARGAINS IN SECOND-HAND MOTOR-CARS. New on view and ready for sale— Sunbeam five-seatcr, exceptionally good condition. Driven only by ono owner, Mr I). Matson. Five detachable wheels and tyres, four-speed gear-box, magneto, full equipment, £350. 20 h.p. Flanders five-seater, just overhauled and repainted, five new tyres, full equipment. Call and arrange for trial run. £l5O. Wolseley Motor Delivery Van, 12-16 h.p., capacity about loewf, complete with tools, screen, etc. Free driving tuition given. £2lO. K.R.f.T. 3-sen ter, re-modelled, very cosy body, live wire wheels. Price for quiet: sale, £250. Adams, Ltd., 219, Tnnm Street..