TOWN AND COUNTRY.

Lyttelton Times, Volume CXVIII, Issue 18412, 19 May 1920, Page 6

TOWN AND COUNTRY.

During his stay in 'Wellington tho Prince of Wales held a meeting of the Privy Council. He wa& made a Privy Councillor himself before leaving England, and Mr Massey and Sir Joseph Ward, with him, formed the necessary quorum. The object was to swear in Lord Liverpool, who was appointed some time ago, but had never beon admittedA similar ceremony will be held in Melbourne.

Asked by a reporter at Napier yesterday if he had anything to say regarding Sir lan Hamilton's diary controversy, General Sir Andrew Russell said that he had not. Not knowing anything of Mr Keith Murdoch at the time, it would bo just a matter of wild talk if he said anything, and it would bo very foolish of him to make any statements which .he could not substantiate. Sir'Andrew stated, in any case his own position was really a very subordinate one, and he did not propose to make any comment whatever.

Visions of pink jellies and fruit salads and cream puffs were raised by members of tho Children's Ball Committee last night. The Mayor was asked whether he would attend to youngsters who were in need of professional services next day. He replied that he would do his whack. A member of the committee with a long experience of children, said that it would be necessary to issue one supper ticket to each child, or else many of them would make a pastime of going in aud out of the supper-room and having fiv'o or six suppers during tha evening.

A member of the carpenters' deputation which met the Prime Minister on Saturday suggested, when intercolonial shipping was mentioned, that some of the builders' hardware in Australia might bo brought over- "I. have no doubt," replied Mr Massey, "that if you and I were managing the business wo would arrange things much better than those who are now doing so." " But we would not make so much profit," rejoined Mr Singleton, the carpenters' secretary, amidst laughter. ''Everybody's profiteering now, making ii little extra where they can," retorted Mr Massey. " And I make no exceptions—except the Prime Minister." (Laughter.) The Defence Act lays down that eveiy male inhabitant of New Zealand shall, on reaching the age of fourteen, enrol in the New Zealand Defence Forces. Prior to June, 1919, membets of the Police Force were subsidised for their efforts in bringing in youths of military ago and seeing that they enrolled. However, tho subsidy was 6topped and tho result was that thenamber of enlistments dropped otf considerably. It has now been decided by Defence Headquarters at Wellington that the recruiting must be speeded up, and with that' end in view a campaign has already been launched with the object of gathering in all youths of military age who have not enrolled or who' are shirking their training responsibilities, and a bonus of 10s for each conviction is now being paid t'o the policemen by the Defence Department. The onus of enrolling rests upon the individual, and the Defence Department trill shortly take steps to prosecute all Doys who have broken fchf law by failing to register. The Act makes provision for a substantial fine or imprisonment, so that those win. ha.'e neglected thus far to fulfil their obligation with regard to military training should report to tho nearest Defence Office and save themselves a great deal of trouble.

A stuffy feeling in the head, accompanied by a general depression of the spirits, ia generally the first symptoms of a cold. The safest course is to always keep a bottle of Loasby'a "Stop It" in your home, and so check both cold and cough at its onset. Is 9d, 3s and 5s 6d, all chemists and stores. Loasby and Co., Chemists (opp. Ballantyne's). 6 . Hot Water Bottles, for the cold nights- Dunlop bottles from 10s 6d, others from 6s, all guaranteed. Thermos flasks from 7s 6d, electrio torches from 4s 6d. Batteries, globes, etc., in stock. Eucalyptus, camphor, pure glycerine, etc., all at our Famous Low Prices. Inspection invited. J. R. M'Kcnzie, 258, High Street, Chris*church. 3707

No pain at all in Moss Ballin's dental extractions and fillings. A positive guarantee. Children's work specially cared for. Dental Rooms, opposite Tattersall's. ' A.D.

In Steffano Webb portraits you secure accuracy of likeness and attractiveness of finish. . . . Ring 1989 for an early appointment. Petersen's Bldgs., High Street, Christchurch. X Becoming glasses must be perfectly fitted and accurately adjusted, as well as carefully ground and mounted. Special attention is paid to theso important features by Walter J. Watson, D.8.0.A., London, J&rpfert Optician, 695, Colombo Street, 16.

Among the passengers who made week-end flights in the Aviation Company's machines were Mr and Mrs J. S. Moir.

In connection with the recent strike of the- Imlay Free?;iii(r Works slaughtermen, two strikers were fined £lO each and a number of others £5 each at Wanganui yesterday. Tho men.made a demand for increased wages, and then knocked off woric, alleging that the sheep were wot. A correspondent writes expressing regret that parents and next-of-kin of men fallen at .tho front wore overlooked, save for a belated invitation, to attend the second ball, during tho Prince's visit to Christchurch, and suggesting that arrangements should ho made for bereaved parents to meet his Royal Highness on tho wharf at Lyttelton prior to the Renown's departure from New Zealand.

A lecture on "Grasses," the first of a series, will be given by Dr F. WHilgendorf, in the Biological Laboratory, Canterbury College, to-morrow evening. It is announced that the course will bo made suitable for those who contemplate engaging in farming pursiuit'), for the employoes of seed merchants and gardeners, and for teachers and others studying agriculture. Living specimens of the species described will bo distributed • at each lecture to provide .material for examination, and for tho making of collections for reference. Asked yesterday if tho recent increase in the price of tram faros on tho old penny sections had any effect on tho demand for residential property within these areas, leading estate agents replied that it was too early yet to say, as tho incroaso had been in force for so little time, and tho holidays in 'connection with tho Prince of Wales's visit had ako shortened business operations. One agent.declared that there had been during the last year or so a tendency to migrate within the penny section areas, but the increased fares _ would possibly check this movement, with the result thaft tho lesser demand might affect the value of the properties formerly in keen request. Tho committee of the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals met last evening, Mr J. 0. .Jameson presiding. Tho Otago S.P.O.A. wrote stating that it was communicating with trotting clubs in the Otago district asking that the uso of the eartwitch should be prevonted. The inspector . reported . having cautioned several persons for working horses in yoke while suffering from sores, and had cautioned others for keeping poultry and pigs in filthy yards. Information had been laid against certain persons on charges of cruelty to animals. It was decided to ascertain from the Education Board tho number of children in the Canterbury district, over seven years of ago, with a view to the formation of a Children's League in tho public schools. It was resolved to give prizes for the best essays from pupils in Standards IV., V. and VI. of the public (schools in the Canterbury education district, on " Kindness to Animals."

Letters of congratulation from Colonel R. Young, "O.G. Canterbury Military District, Colonel G. J. Smith and Colonel H. Stowart.have been received by the secretary of tho Christ* church branch of tli© Returned Soldiers' branch of the Returned Soldiers' Association in connection with the Royal review held in Hagley Park. Colonel Smith, -who was O.C of the parade, says:—"Dear Mr Leadloy,— A.B Officer Commanding tho parade at the review by his Roptl Highness the Prince of Wales, I wish to express my appreciation of the largo number of returned soldiers that turned out and took part in the review, and also to compliment them on their appearance and steadiness during tins afternoon. It was h. great sight to see so many men/ who' had fought together in Europe joining together to do honour to the l Prince of Wales, especially in view of the fact that so many of them had seen him during their war service and had learned to appreciate him as a digger as well as tho Heir to the Throne 1/ continue to wish your association and all its members the best of gpod luck."

At tho conclusion of the series of addresses delivered by the Rev J. K. Archer last evening, it was decided to form a Men's Society for Mutual Improvement .and Social Service. The following officers were appointed:—President, Rev J. K. Archer; vice-president, Mr R. Walker; chairman, Mr R. D. Martin ; deputy-chairman, Mr- Brown ; secretary, Mr A. Goring; treasurer, Mr Willoughby; committee, Messrs Wilson. Stead and Smith. The next meeting will bo addressed by Mr J. M'Combs on the question of indentured labour. The following resolution was carried unanimously, ~ and tho secretary instructed to forward a copy to tho City Council:—■ " That this meeting of the Sydenham Men's Society urges on the City Council the extreme desirability of preserving the whole of tho site at tho corner of Queen Street and Wordsworth Street,-for municipal purposes. We further urge that in the event of negotiations failing that the City Council resume the corner piece sold to the Masonic Lodge, under the provisions of the Public Works Act."

The Opening Feto in connection with new Parish Room at Shirley has been Postponed to Saturday, June 5. XI "The wise man is his own best assistant" —Scott._ And the wise man during winter time always has health protection in Baxter's Dung Preserver. "Baxter's" will rout cough or cold, clear tho head of stuffiness, relievo and heal sore bronchial passages. 2s 6d buys large bottle at chemist or ■store. 4

Special offer, three Aluminium Stewpans, small, medium and large sizes, 42b the set to clear, a most useful present. Try Drayton's Emporium, Colombo Street. 3

Working Men'9 Overalls of every description, and in all sizes, are obtainable at Armstrong's Clothing Stores. 1 Armstrong's are showing some Splendid Lines in Gents' Pyjamas. New designs, in cloths of various consistency, notably, winter -weights, priced from los 6d- • 2

Good Saucepan News.—The lest and purest Saucepan is tho Aluminium one, but thoy have been so expensive of late. Messrs Hastio, Pull and Pickering, however, have just landed a splendid assortment at quite moderate prices. X

Their low prices generating a keen demand, Armstrong's, Ltd., have seoired largo stocks of Gent's Knitted Sweater grey., brown and heather, priced from 25s each. STOCKTAKING ' SALE—BRISCOE--£325. In preparation for stocktaking, Adams, Ltd., are clearing out their largo stock of second-hand cars at bedrock prices. An up-to-date, smartlooking Briscoe, nowly painted in biscuit shade, G-seater, el and 5... with five tyres in good order, and full road equipment, is offered at £325. This car has been driven only by a very careful private owner. NEAT-LOOKING HUPP, MODEL £3OO. Especial good value is a 5-seater Hupp car, of the •well-known Model 32, complete with lamps, hood, eto. This car has been repainted French groy, and looks very smart. The price is £3OO. BEAUTIFULLY-FINISHED HUMBER—£3OO. A beautifully-finished 5-seater English Humber touring car, just repainted in cream, carrios full road equipment, including five tyres in good order, and five detachablo wire wheels. This car is exceptionally cheap at £3OO. Many other cars at equally attractive prices are on view. Adams, Ltd. Garage, 219, Tuaia Street, £