LOCAL AND GENERAL

Nelson Evening Mail, Volume LVI, 23 June 1922, Page 4

LOCAL AND GENERAL

The, Supreme Court concluded in Nelson last night, after a sitting extending over nine days. The action Chas. MeDoimall v, Borough of Blenheim, chum for damages for alleged Breach of contract, set down for hearing at Nelson, is to bo heard in Wellington in August. The Greymouth Supreme Court opened yesterday, Mr Justice Adams being presented with white gloves, as there were no criminal cases listed, ihc principal civil case is Mackenzie v. Grey River Argus, claim for £2OO for alleged libel.—Press Association. , Sheepowners met the shearers’ representatives in conference at Wellington yesterday afternoon, and submitted an offer covering wages and conditions which the men's representatives refused to entertain. —Press Association. The Council of Education today passed a resolution that the Council urge upon the Finance Minister that as sson as the finances will allow more liberal treatment be accorded the Workers’ Educational Association. Replying to assertions that the association encouraged socialism, Mr T. A. Wills (Auckland) said the classes were intended to bring the University closer to the working man. There would be less soap box oratory if there were more classes. Severa! speakers testified to tho excellent work of the association, especially in teaching economics, hitherto practically confined to tho university.—Press Association. “According to some of the evidence, the more whisky ho had the more intelligent ho became,” interjected His Honour, Mr Justice Salmond, at the Supreme Court yesterday, during the course of the address of counsel for tho plaintiff in tho case under review. “It almost made my hair stand on end” remarked a witness at the Supremo Court yesterday afternoon, during the course of his evidence. A broad smile went round the Court, as it was only too apparent that this was almost an impossibility so far as this particular witness was concerned. The bazaar opened yesterday afternoon at the Methodist School Hall will be continued to-night, when musical and other items will be rendered. A fine programme has been prepared and a large attendance is anticipated. Sixteen farms formerly held by returned soldiers, were put up to auction this morning by the Commissioner of Crown Lands, but in each instance the farm was bought in. At Timaru, James G. Byron, postal messenger, engaged in the Timaru post office, pleaded guilty to a series of charges of failing to deliver letters on his round. No attempt was made to interfere with the contents of the packets. Accused was committed to ■ the Supremo Court at Timaru for sentence. —Press Association. Tho Nelson Fire Brigade has received a cheque from Mr Baird in acknowledgment of services rendered in connection with the recent fire at his resi- j deuce. I Our readers are reminded of a dance to bo hold at the Oddfellows* Hall to- j morrow (Saturday), in aid of the. .Silver Band Carnival. j Every taxi driver should invest in onej of Mc&ay’s travelling rugs at 23s lid, 27s 6d or 31s 6d, at the Big Sale.* Most men and women know a good thing when they see it. ‘The Farmers great values have been attracting big crowds daily since the sale opened,' and no wonder! Prices in every department have been reduced to the uttermost limit. Now is the time for replenishing wardrobe and linen cupboard, and foi renovating or furnishing- a home. Eveiy practical man and woman will decide to act promptly after examining a few of the bargains listed.* All dress goods heavily reduced! Serges, tweeds and dress flannels, also coatings, at Bargain prices at McKay s Big Sale.* . ' ! Our stock is 25 per cent too big and must he reduced that much before Stocktaking. Bargain prices will do it. ■See them at McKay’s. w In tho last number of the Forestry Journal is published interesting particulars of a yield of timber cut near Matamata. The trees were partly Pinus lusignis arid partly Finns Pinaster, From 25 acres 2,250,000 ft have already been cut and it is estimated there is still another 250,000 ft on the ground. The writers, Messrs Cashmere Bros,, do not consider Finns Pinaster to bo a very good timber tree, the boles not being so straight, and the timber more knotty. By far the largest portion of tho yield came from tho 10, acres which was planted in Pinus In-j signis. The timber was sold at 18s per lOOffc on trucks at Matamata, Tree planting pays. —H. G, Kingsland, Wakefield. We look back with pardonable pride to the part we have played in abolishing Washboard Slavery through the scientific discovery of r, No-Rubbing Laundry Help. M. A. Mcßride, agents for “NoRuhhing.”* DAWSON’S, Reefton, the leading hotel on tho West Coast. Patronised by H.R.H. the Prince of Walea. Lancia B. Stallard, Proomkm- • Emma’s mail car* leayo Nelson for MoTueka and Taktfka daily, from the Booking Office. 29 Hardy Street, (’phone 527 V, at 7.30 and 8 a.m., arriving in Takaba at 1 p.m.. Leave Tabaka for Nelson at 7.45 a.m. and Motueka for Nelson at 10.46 a.m. and 3 p.m., arriving in Nelson at I p.m. and 6 P<Wj.

A prohibited person named J. S. J Connell, who was convicted and fined 1 10s for drunkenness on Monday was | again before tho Court yesterday on a similar charge. The Justices (Messrs 1L Fairey and A. Gould) imposed a penalty of 10s. There is a fine display in Montgomery and Rogers window, Trafalgar street, of castings made from iron ore from Onakaka iron and steel works. The castings have been made by the _ Anchor Foundry and as described in a previous issue, have given entire satisfaction. They are. Well Worth inspection as an indication of what can be done at Onakaka. The. Prince of Wales is 28 years old to-day. Flags are. flying m the city m honour of the anniversary. j A meeting of the Committee of the Nelson Automobile Association will be. held this evening. | At Dunedin, Edward Hcdley KUch-l ener Hughes, a young man employed at the Post Office, was charged at the I olicc Court tliis morning, with stealing £IOOO, the property of the New Zealand Government. He was remanded on bail for seven days.—Press Association. A reminder is given to members of the R.S.A. of the Children 6 Party to be held in the clubhouse on h riday the, 50th. It is anticipated that there will bo a large gathering of members' children, and no effort is being spared to assure a good time for the kiddies. Parents, who are also invited to be present, arc, in order to facilitate the arrangements being made, requested to notify the secretary of acceptance on behalf ot tneir children, of the invitation. Tho sale of work at St. John’s was continued last evening, alien iheie was a fair attendance, and brisk business was done by the muons stall-holders. Several amusing competitions were held, the winners icing Airs Swanson and Mr Jack M-ayson. Music was supplied in the afternoon bv Miss Deo. Miss H. Taylor (piano), and Messrs Fainvcather (violin), and E Jackson (flute) gave appreciative trios during the evening. The sale is being continued this afternoon, and will conclude this evening, when competitions and music will again be provided. Saturday snip! Extra heavy unbleached twill sheeting. 70 inch, 2s 6d yard; 80 inch, 2s lid yard. To-nio ow only at these prices. Auckland Clothing and Drapery Co.* Tho annual meeting of members of the Nelson Jockey Club will be held at the club’s offices, to-morrow evening at a o’clock. Saturday snip! 40 inch crepe de chene JITiJLA'JM yard- Jo-monw only at this price. Auckland Clothing and Drapery Co.* Mr A Gould announces an extensive clearing’ sale of dairy cows, farm implements, etc., to be hddJrt Rockville, Collingwood, on ’Fruky 30th mst at 11 am., on account Mr R- G- Uunm. Saturday next, at 11 a.m. at the rooms. Hardy-street, motor lorry and a motoi dHurdav Snip! Ladies’ smart all wool knitted fiLks 25s 6d. Tomiorraw only at this price. Auckland Clotmn 0 and Drapery Co.* Mr H. W’. Car bury, M.R.C.V.S., (Veterinary Surgeon) is at a professional visit to Nelson. Oidexs may bo loft at Wdkens and Field, Hardy Street.* Saturday Snip! Women’s knitted wool gloves—white or black—ls 6d pan. Children’s knitted wool, gloves—white, brown and navy—9d pair. only at these prices. Auckland Clothing and Drapery Go.*