TOWN AND COUNTRY.

Lyttelton Times, Volume CXVIII, Issue 18574, 29 November 1920, Page 6

TOWN AND COUNTRY.

The Ulimaroa left Sydney for Wellington on November 25 with twenty bags of mail matter and twelve hampers for Christchurch. At the Magistrate's Court on Saturday, before Mr 8. E. M'Oarthy. S.M., Douglas Wilkinson was ■. remanded for a week for medical treatment, on two charges of drunkenness. Next year's sittings for the trial of criminal*cases will be held at the Supreme Court, Christchurch, to commence on Mondays, 11 a.m.—February 7, May 9, August 1, October 31. Sittings for the trial of civil actions and of causes under the Divorce and Matrimonial Causes Act, 1908, will bo held on February 14, May 16, August 15, November 14.

The New Zealand light cruiser Chatham is expected to reach Auckland on January 25, and from that port will proceed to Wellington- The movements of tho vessel after that time are uncertain. The cruiser, which is the first unit of the New Zealand Naval Division, is to be kept in commission, and may be able to undertake some of the duties that have fallen in the past to the Government steamers. It will not always be in New Zealand waters, and will train occasionally with the Australian cruisers.

A new regulation appears in the current issue of the " ftaaette" concerning the sale of methylated spirit. Every vendor of completely denatured methylated spirit for sale without restriction must, prior to the sale thereof, CTUse each vessel containing the same to have securelv attached thereto a label with the following words printed thereon in bold sans-serif capital types of not less size than eight points face measurement: —Methylated Spirit. Poison. Not to be taken internally. If so taken it may cause blindness or death, and it will induce general physical decay.

A notice in the current issue of the " Gatettc,'' re-defines th* North Canterbury acclimatisation district, as fol-lows-—-All that area in the Nelson, Marlborough and Canterbury Land District bounded by a lino commencing at Whitcombc P.iss and proceeding northeasterly along the summit of the Southern <Ups and the Spenser Mountains to Mount Humboldt; thence along a right line to Barefeil Pass, a right lino :o Palnf-r Saddle, and thence down the Conway lti"«r to its mouth; thence southerly along '.he sea coast to Rakaia River, and up that river to its source at Whitcombe P«3S, the point of commencement.

The first life-size statue to be carved in oranito in New Zealand has oeon completed by the New Zealand Coromandol Granite Company, ttutri (states the " New Zealand Herald.") Tho statue is that of a New Zealand infantry soldier standing with reversed arms, the muzzle of his rifle resting on the toe of his boot It was designed by an English sculptor, Mr R. O. Gross, who is nt present m Auckland. The model was copied in Coromandel granite by Mr J. G. Jensen, whose chiselling work on such a difficult olass of stone is specially praiseworthy. Tho statue is being forwarded to Clive, Hawke's Bay.

With the rapid approach of Christmas it is well to remember that of all presents womenfolk appreciate Perfumery above all others. The best Perfumery of the world—even the hitherto unprocurable linos—are obtainable from Loashy and Co., chemists (opp. Ballanty ne's) 1 You will effect economy and at the same time secure many dainty dishes for Christmas if you purchase a "Universal " Food, chopper or mincer from Hastie, Bull and Pickering, 113 Cashel Street. Prices range from 16s 6d. X No pain at all in Moss Ballin's dental extractions and fillings. A positivo guarantee. Children's work specially cared for. Dental rooms opposite Tattersall's. X Deep-rooted coughs and colds take a lot of upsetting. However, the most stubborn cough or chest ailment yields quickly to Baxter's Lung Preserver. " Baxter's " soothes harsh throat passages and heals strained membranes. Get a 2s 6d bottle from your chemist or grocer. *

A youth of eighteen was arrested yesterday at Linwood by Senior Detective Quariemain and Detective Biokerdiko, oharged with an attempted crime against a Httle girl. The offence is alleged to have been committed at Linwood a week ago yesterday, and the detectives effeoied the arrest yesterday by setting a trap for the accused. At the New Zealand Toy Dog Club Show, held at. Wellington on November 26 and 27, Mtb Geo. Lewis's Pomeranian "Champion Offley Sable Nite" secured special prize for best dog of any breed in the show. " Avonor Little Renown " wa6 adjudged the beat New Zealand bred Pomeranian m the show and, "Avonor Buttercup," won firßt prize in the Pomeranian bitch class.

Derry's Private Band will play the following programme in the Victoria Square rotunda on Thursday, at 8 p.m. :—March, " Scoert Signals " (Fuhrcr); valso, "La Belle France" (Tobani); selection,- The Pink Lady" (Oaryll); fox trot, " Dardanella" (Black); selection, "Maid of the Mountains" (Frnser); valse " Blue Bells of Scotland" (Tobani); selection, "AH Star" (Reeves); march, "Cottage Grove " (Allen).

As indicating the inoreaee in values in Auckland during the war period, it is significant (eavs the "Now Zealand Herald") to note that 188 dwellingß for which permits wero issued in' tho 1915-16 period, were valued at £11W,631, while the 190 dwellings for whioh permits were granted during the year ended March 31, 1920, were valued at £211,180. Tho average value of the 188 dwellings in the 1915-16 period was approximately £6BG. while the average value of the 190 dwellings erected m the 1919-20 period was over £llOO. This increase m the cost of houses was largely due to the higher prices of aW classes of building material and the higher scale of wages. Councillor Sullivan has given notice of his intention to move the following motion at the < meetinc of the City Council to-night:—-"That with a view to the encouragement of New Zealand secondary industries, and in order to maintain the prosperity of the country, the Minister ot Commerce and Industry be urged to carry out a propaganda throughout the Dominion, urging the peoplo to purchase only New Zealand made goods, When such goods can be obtained. To accomplish a similar object, and with a view to maintaining local workers in employment, tho City Council urges citizens of Christchurch to purchase New Zealand-made goods during the pre=ent slack period." The disease commonly known as bush sickness is affecting cattle and sheep in some bush districts in New Zealand, says a northern exchange. Cattle and sheep which are attacked by the disease, no matter if feed is plentiful and good, gradually sink and die. It is thought that insufficiency of salt in the herbago is the cause of the ailment, and a farm has been established at Mamaku near Rotorua, by tho Agricultural Department for the purpose of treating the disease and ascertaining its cause. Dr A. J. Reakes, Director of Agriculture, who recently visited the farm, said tho work was proceeding in a satisfactory manner. Medical treatment was being given to affected ,animals, and the settlers wore, becoming interested and adopting the method of treatment.

| The Minister of Internal Affairs (the Hon G. J. Anderson) returned to Wellington on Saturday from a visit to the Rotorua and Taupo districts, where he went for the purpose of investigating the methods adopted by his Department for conserving the trout. During the past season several complaints were made, and, said Mr Anderson to a " Post " representative, " I wanted to see for myself bow things were. I have come to the conclusion that what the Department has been doing in the past is m the interests of anglers and toiirists who go to the Hot Lakes district for the fishing. The Department's policy lias been to reduce within reasonable limits the number of fish in the lakes; that is, it aims at keeping the fish down to the number for which food is available. That the work done by the Department has had good results is admitted by every impartial angler and by the responsible people of the districts. The fish in lakes Rotorua, Rotoiti, and Taupo are very much improved of late.' < Incidentally the Minister mentioned that a thirteen pound trout was Gaught at the end of the lake near Taupo village on Thursday and was forwarded by the successful angler to the Governor-General. Mr Anderson also mentioned that the fish hatchery has turned out an enormous number of young fish this year, but improvements were necessary and they would bo made. Wliat a bargain feast the public have had since Wednesday last at Armstrong's. It was good to see the thousands of delighted shoppers leaving Armstrong's Stores (both Colombo and High Streets) with bargain purchases. Such wonderful value that many declared that it reminded them of t&e days before the Great War. There are to bo ten more days of this great Bargain Sale, and each day will find the windows displaying fresh bargains, all plainly marked at sale prices extraordinary. The publio need only take a look at Armstrong's window to see they are breaking all records of valuegiving. X

Glasses will relieve headache. In nine cases out of ten headache comes from the eyes. In all such cases properly fitted glasses will at once relieve the strain and prevent headache. Our Mr Watson (D.B.ChA.) is ready to extend to you the best optical service possible and will examine your eyes with meticulous care. At Watson's Ltd., 695 Colombo Street. X Country dances are always very enjoyable, but there is one thing that most of them lack, and that is a smooth floor. This disadvantage, however, can be overcome by 6impiy sprinkling tho floor with Owen's Dancing Powder; no need to polish; the dancers do it themselves. The air remains clear and dustless. All Stores nnd Chemists or Cook and Ross, Ltd., 2s 6d per packet. 2

Reliable Lawn Mowers at last year's prices, 12-in|Ji cutters, 52s 6d; hallbearing, 70s. Limited number.—Drayton's, Colombo Street, North. 4692

Grass is already commencing to trurn brown in some of the drier parts of Christchurch but fortunately one firm has substantially reducod prices on lawn hose. Best quality rubber lioso. 4-ply i-inch, lOd per foot, 4-ply J-in Is Id ?er foot. Net Cash Prices. Ivorys ;td., 21 Manchester Street. X

STUDEBAKER "BIG SlX"—£67s. This is an unusual chance^—latest Studebaker creation; the "Big Six," in splendid order, e.l. and a.s.; rear and side wind shields, side lamps, etc., and luxurious general equipment, good tyres. Price for quick sale, £675. ADAMS, Ltd., Garage, 219 Tuam Street. ENGLISH " CALTHORPE "—£2so. See this to-day—Calthorpe 5-seater, fully equipped; detachable wire wheels; lamps, tools, etc. Has had most careful handling. Price, £250. ADAMS, Ltd., Garage, 219 Tuain Street. " OAKLAND SlX."—£4oo. Now on view—Smart looking late model Oakland, 6-cyl., just repainted in biscuit shade; tyres in good order. Very carefully handled; e.l. and s.s. Price £4OO.—ADAMS, Ltd., Garage, 219 Tuam Street. ENGLISH "AUSTIN" ROADSTER.— £3OO. Smart English 3-seater, light model Austin. Full equipment. Would suit lady. Only £3OO.—ADAMS, Ltd., Gatage, 219 Tuam' Street. ENGLISH "ROVER" FOR £125. This is a special bargain—English "Rover" touring car with full equipment and in good running order. Price only £I2S.—ADAMS, Ltd., Garage, .219 Tuam Street. X