TOWN AND COUNTRY.

Lyttelton Times, Volume CXVII, Issue 18075, 17 April 1919, Page 4

TOWN AND COUNTRY.

The “ Lyttelton Times ’’ will not bo published to-morrow. Good Friday. Mr J. J. Dougall invites his friends and supporters to meet him at the Chamber of Commerce this evening at eight o’clock to assist in his candidature for the mayoralty. There' was a good attendance at the Cathedral last evening, when the choir sang Bach’s “ Passion of Our Lord,” which was much appreciated. Another recital will be given on Good Friday evening.

Tho post office clock, after a spell of a fortnight, resumed work from noon yesterday. The resumption of its activities was much appreciated, but at 7.35 p.m. tho clock stopped, and remained at that hour during the rest of tho evening. Trusses are always fitted perfectly at Loasby’s. They have the largest stock of Trusses in the Dominion, and are thus saved the necessity of supplying any but the proper truss required for perfect comfort. Loasby and Co., Chemists (opp- Ballantyne s). 6

Prohibitionists, State controllers and moderates are unanimous on one point only—that “ Desert Gold tea is the ideal beverage for morning and afterIt is a fact that “ Brittol” prevents the spread of influenza. Investigation proves that “Brittol,’ one of the tar products of the British Distillate works at Sqcklnir i, is one of the surest and most economical disinfectants the Empire has ever seen. X When the hair becomes grey, don’t imagino that it cannot be restored to jts former colour by natural means. Primroso Hair Dressing is NOT A DYE 1 It is a tonic which acts directly upon the colour glands of the hair, and restores colour and former beauty. Get a bottle from Cook and Ross, Chemists, Cnr. Armagh and Colombo Streets, Christchurch. Y

To-morrow being Good Friday, the Christchurch Tramway Board will run a Sunday timetable on nil lines. Instantaneous success of the biggest boot sale ever held. Record breaking busineSk at Stewart Robinson’s, Cashw Slroet. Hundreds of pairs sold yesterday. Our large staff ensured prompt attention. Customers are reminded that we are open till 9 p.m. to-day. 1 At a meeting of the exccutivo of the Canterbury Progress League yesterday, tho Mayor (Mr H. Holland) was appointed the league’s delegate to visit the Otira Tunnel headings. Tho visit of th© delegates appointed by the various bodies will most likely be made on May 3. Last week the coal exported from Groymouth amounted . to. 6415 tons 2ewt, tho mines contributing as follows ; —Liverpool 1943 tons 15cwt, Point Elizabeth 1342 tons 12ewt, Blackball 2274 tons Gcwt, Paparoa 471 tons 10cwt. Brunner 323 tons Gcwt, North IliMnner 207 tons 7cwt, and Reefton 59 tons 9cwt.

The City Fire Brigade received a call at 4.30 a.m. yesterday to the blacksmith’s shop in Messrs Booth, Macdonald and Co.’s premises, where a fire had been discovered. Tho brigade turned out promptly, and succeeded in effecting a good “ save,” only about £lO worth of damage being done. The insurance on the shop was £I9OO, and on the contents £8320, divided between the Sun, Northern and North British Insurance Companies. At the Primary Schools’ Rose-bowl Competition, for the most efficient team in tho work of life-saving, recently held at the Tepid Baths, an interested onlookor, who prefers to remain anonymous, was so impressed with, tho good work of the team of four girls from West Christchurch School, who came second, that ho has given four silver brooches in recognition ; and these wore presented at the school’s prize distribution yesterday. Tho question of the burial of New Zealand soldiers who dio while on active service in Germany has been raised, there being a feeling that their last resting place should not be in a hostile land. Mr H. G. Ell, M.P., has received a letter from Sir James Allen, stating that he is in receipt of advice from the authorities in London that the War Offico was considering the question, and it was not anticipated that thero would be any difficulty in meeting tho wishes that the burials should take placo in France or Belgium. At a meeting of the Greymouth branch of tho Amalgamated Society of Railway Servants, the following resolution was carried:—“That this branch expresses its disapproval at the president’s action in addressing the Addington branch on tho new schedule of wages before the other branches had been communicated with, and tho result being published in the Press, and also his remarks at tire conclusion of the interview with tho Minister of Railways that tho executive would assist the Department despite tho fact that objection would bo raised to th© adoption of schedule.”

Mr Samuel Turner, the well-known alpinist, has returned to Dunedin after an exploring trip to Milford Sound. Ho climbed Tutuko Mountain, and got within a short distance of tho summit. H© explored the Tutuko Valley, and hopes to make a new pas 3 next year to cross the saddle down to Lake Wakatipu, which he considers will bo the best route for tourists returning to Queenstown after visiting Milford. He will recommend the Tourist Department to cub a track and erect a small mountain hut at the forks of the two valleys at tho head of Tutuko Valley.—Press Association.

Crawford Brothers’ estate at Dargavillo has been purchased by tho Lands Department for the purpose of being utilised for settlement of returned soldiers. The pries* paid for 4500 acres was about £31,000. Negotiations have been in progress for some time for tho purchase ofi this block, which is situated in tho Awakino Valley about cloven miles from Dargavillo. It is not what is known as poor gum land, but is described as a really suitable area on which to settlo soldiers, with every prospect of them making a success of their venture as farmers. Tho land is well watered, and includes hills as well as flat areas. It is well stocked at the present time, and carries a large number of sheep. A motion urging tho Government to put moro men on the Otira tunnel “at an adequate wage consistent with the nature of the work,” to ensure its early completion, was received from the Progress League by. the Agricultural and Pastoral Association yesterday. Mr W. Hayward took exception to tho words “an adequate wage.” and suggested that they should be struck out, as they implied that an inadequate wage had been paid in the past. Mr T. D. Boag said that the men could bo relied on to look after themselves. Mr C. H. Ensor said that there was a shortage of men because of the wages, and it would be bettor to pay more find finish tho work than to lose tho lot by Bolshevism. The motion was endorsed with the words struck out.

“ The Progress League has done no harm so far,” said a meek voico at yesterday’s meeting of the Canterbury Agricultural nnd Pastoral Association, when affiliation was suggested. The remark was received with long and loud laughter._ “Perhaps you will tell us what good it may do,” said the president- The member who first spoke (Mr C. H. Ensor) said that the lengne was doing much good in the country in trying to secure electrical extensions 5 and while it kept to such matters it could do a great deal of good. He would certainly urge affiliation. Sir George Clifford suggested that further information should be obtained, as the league’s objects might go beyond those of tho association. It was finally decided, on tho motion of Mr W. B Cunningham, seconded bv Mr John Deans, that tho association snould affiliate.

That a City Council inspector’s lot is not the happiest was demonstrated in an amusing case which came before Mr T. A. B. Bailey, S.M., at the Magistrate’s Court yesterday. Defendant was charged with having obstructed and assaulted two inspectors during their tour of inspection of properties, to ascertain if proper provision was made for fire escapes. In the case in question, tile inspectors declared that tho woman had shouted to them, “ Get off the place, you wasters.” They politely replied that they would remove their presence after they had done their duty. She then npproaohed one of tho inspectors from the rear, while ho was looking nt the house and drenched him with a hose. This statement sent a circle of smiles round tho court. Defendant’s action eventually cost her nearly £5 in fines, costs and solicitor’s expenses. Gruel is good for invalids. DOCTORS’ CREAM O’ GROATS makes most delicious, nourishing gruel. Try it! All grocers. £2 No one likes moving, but the work can be made much lighter if competent men are employed. J. ftf. Heywood and Co., Ltd., have them, and three up-to-date pantechnicons. Telephones 250, 1241 and 2174, X2 To wash clothes clean without rubbino or injury slice into Oopper about 6 ounces Pure Golden Rule Soap, add small packet No-llubbing Laundry Help, boil briskly for 30 minutes, rinso thoroughly, blue and hang out. Result will delight you, X Parer. Slicor and Corer combined 10d, Quick-cut Bread Knives Is, Lightning 2s, Sharpening Stone 3 9d, 2s, 2a Cd. Minson’s. X It is most unsatisfactory to bo nonsuited. Accept our counsel and secure one of Armstrong’s well cut boxed suits for Easter wear, priced from 635, 3 Tho Easter Fair at Armstrong’s claims a lot of attention. The Drapery Displays are tho greatest in. the city, and should be viewed. i

At the Magistrate’s Court yesterday afternoon a charge of failing to attend Senior Cadet drill was preferred against Zair Williams, who stated that his hours of work prevented his attending the parades. Evidence to the contrary was given by his employer and a fine of 10s and costs was imposed.

The Christchurch Coal Trade Committee has agreed to place schools in th© Canterbury district on its essential list in respect to supplies of coal, and has promised to see that they have preference over ordinary consumers. The Canterbury Education Board, in order to inform the Coal Trade Committee of the total quantity of coal required for public schools, has asked each school committee in the district to stato tho approximate quantity required, th© kind of coal preferred, and th© morchant or firm from whom the committee has obtained coal.

Mr C. W. Hervey stated yesterday that ho wo* under a misapprehension when he said at the Waimairi Council meeting on Monday night that some of the money belonging to the Patriotic Fund was tied up for twentyone years. The actual position is that a portion of the money is tied up until 1921, which is only about two years to wait. Ho also skated that he did not support any allegations of unfair treatment of the soldiers by the secretary, whom ho had alwavs found to bo a most courteous man. Tho secretary was a paid servant of tho Fund, and it was the Fund which Mr Hervey attacked. We aim to portray character in our photographs, and we succeed 1 See the display in our show cases Steffano Webb, 252, High Street. X Matting Suit Cases, Leather Bound, atrong and light for week-end use, now ss, 7s 6d, 10s Gd. Wonderful value at Drayton’s, 765, Colombo St. F Armstrong’s drapery and clothing establishments remain open until nine o’clock to-night, and until 6 p.m. on Saturday next. 8607 MAGNIFICENT TOURING STUDEBAKER—£37S. Now on view at rmrnge—a splendidly finished and fully-equipped Series 17, 4-cylinder. 5-souter Studebaker (with two auxiliary Beats). Finished in fashionable crimson lake shade. Electric light and self-starter, Austin rear wind-screen; five detachable rims, with tyres. An ideal car for farmer, or anyone needing a roomy, reliable, up-to-dato car with plenty of power and ample passenger and luggage capacity. Price for a quick sale, £375. Adams Ltd., Garage, 219, Tuam Street. 1898 SIX-CYLINDER OAR AT £3OO. Wo are offering on behalf of a client a nicely finished 6-cylinder Madison car, semi-sporting typo, complete with electric lighting and starting equipment, five detachable rims and tyres. Newly painted in attractive French grey shade. This fine car was specially imported by owner and cost £650 to land- Now offered at £3OO. Call and inspect. Adams Ltd.'s Garage. 219, Tuam Street. 1898