LOCAL AND GENERAL

Nelson Evening Mail, Volume LVI, 1 June 1925, Page 4

LOCAL AND GENERAL

r Phe steamer Ngaio was detained at Wellington on Saturday by bad weather, and was unable to leave for Nelson unul last, evening, arriving early this morning.

A most interesting document, bringing back memories to tlie oldest inhabitants, lias just, been unearthed among some old papers in the Te One Institute (says an exchange). It. is the muster roll of the Chatham Islands Guard, dated January 31. 1868. This was a veal guard which had under its care tlie famous lfaii llau loader 7o Konti and bis followers, prisoners on the island. However, the guard was not wholly successful. By some means or oilier Te Kooti managed some months later to evade his captors, and made a prisoner of the captain of the schooner Rifleman, which was making a trip to the island. Surprising the mate and* crew, To Kooti forced them to navigate the ship to New Zealand, landing somewhere on the cast- coast of the North Island. At least one. of the guard. Private Kerr, lost, his life at the hands of Te Kooti, and there may have boon others. It is said that when tin-, ship left Waitnngi. Hay the wind was contrary, and Te Kooti successfully made use of the old llau llau custom to change it. that is, to throw a man overboard on the side from, which the wind would be most helpful Te Kooti’s own cousin was the unfortunate victim. One old native stilt Jiving at Mairangi, on the north const, can remember Te Kooti and his followers very well, and owes his life to the fact that as a boy of about 14 he was very fleet- of foot.

A short time ago, the Southern Cross League drew up a resolution protesting against, the big influx of aliens into the Dominion. A copy of the resolution was sent to tlie various Chambers of Commerce in New Zealand. It is interesting to note.that, in a. reply received by the secretary of the League from the Dunedin Chamber of Commerce, it is stated that, in view of the figures m a return of immigrants intending permanent residence in New Zealand, the associated Chambers of Commerce again considered the League’s letter and instructed the secretary to bring the resolution under the notice of the Association of New Zealand Chambers of Commerce, it. being considered that the, matter was one of concern to tlie whole of the Dominion, and more particularly to the North Island. It was felt by members of the Council that objection should he taken, not so much to the immigrants of the European race, as to the fact that Asiatics are resident in the Dominion in fairly large numbers. The Council of the Chamber of Commerce will discuss the question and decide whether representation slfiuld fie made to the Government, in tlie direction of an altered policy respecting alien immigration.

Mr T. If. Armstrong, ALP. for Christchurch East, who is speaking at the Theatre Royal to-night-, is reported to have had enthusaistic receptions throughout his present p our of the Buliev. Grey, and Motueka electorates. MiArm strong is a forcible speaker, and is regarded as one of the most capable of the Labour Party’s propagandists. Questions regarding Labour's policy are specially invited. The Mayor (Air W. Lock) will preside. The vital statistics for Nelson for May were: —Births 27. deaths 9, marriages 7.

In the Supreme Court:at . Wellington on the 28th May last, on the application of Air Philip "Moore, the Right lion. Sir Robert Stout. P.C., K.0.M.G.. Chief Justice of New Zealand, granted letters of administration in the estate of Sarah Jane Roberts, late of Nelson, to Leonard Ingham, of Tahunanui.

Why is smoking so often attended with results -that- cause medical men to older their patients to either discontinue the habit, or greatly modify it. It- is simply because the percentage of nicotine in most imported tobaccos is so high ; ,nd it is the nicotine in excess that renders smoking injurious. Now, pur New Zealand grown tobaccos, contain'so small a percentage of nicotine that it is practically a negligible quantity, and besides, they are subjected to a new toasting process Toasting develops the flavour, removes all deleterious -properties and inches the tobacco climate proof. Toasted 4 tobaceqj is recommended to those who study their health and appreciate a pure tobacco. If von Like a full body try Cut Plug No. 10 the Bullhead label, or the somewhat milder Toasted'*"Navy Cut (Bulldog). There is another brand, River head Gold, which excels all others in mildness and aroma. They may ho smoked with impunity and cost- 25 per eent h>s sthan the foreign lines.*

Mr T. Neale. I’i < 'f-j •1. ■ 11 1 uf I lie Nelson branch nl tin* li<• f«irm League win* uttended the men', conference in Welling inn, speaking to-day. raid In had been greatly impressed w.illi l lie outstanding fil'-nesS of s" many iif llm i;i! lead I*l ri in tin* party. Mr Wall* is a strong advocate uf fusion. There are. ho said, no differences between the two parties and nothing to jnutifv their separate exist once.

A emiferenee of North Auckland dairy men recommended ail factories to grade up to 90 points, and to support a request for a (tovernment subsidy for herd testing. ■ Press Association.

While ill most districts it is an offence In allow slock In graze unattended on the roads, it appears that in soiim parts of the Trnanaki province, licenses are issued permitting people to Jnt their cows amt horses wander on the country roods. A Chronicle* re porter was surprised to notice this stale of affairs on the occasion of a. lccciit visit to the "cow .country,” especially in view of the fact that ’laraliaki possesses such excellent roads for motoring, and incidentally, speeding. Wandering stock, it is in id erst cod, have been the cause of quite a number of accidents, and it is indeed a wonder to many that, the County Councils do not cease to derive revenue by means of grazing licenses. .Probably the county councillors are endeavouring to encourage individuals with small yards to extend their “farming” operations and thus assist to maintain Taranaki’s reputation as a dairying district with few rivals! Another place where stock are given a license. denoted by a leather collar, is Tauranga. Cattle meander peacefully about the wide streets. They 'mean revenue to the town and at the same time keep the prolific verdue short.

A Carterton tradesman was “taken down” wit a bogus cheque on Friday. It appears that an individual walked iliter a bank at Featherston that day, purchased a blank cheque on the assurance that he had an account with the bank at luasterLuu. He then appears to have made for Carterton, where he tendered this cheque, filled in and endorsed, for £9 ovld, and was given £5 13s 6d change, after lie had logically explained himself, purchased some goods, which he left behind to call for later—a. promise he never carried out. He then apparently stepped along to a Carterton bank, where he opened an account with a deposit of £5, and provided himself with a book of thirty cheques. This business completed, lie hired a taxi to Masterton, paying his fare with a cheque drawn on his newlyopened Cantor!on account, and was quite in order, lie asked the taxi to return for him later in the afternoon, but when the car arrived he was nowhere to be found, and has not since been seen, although the cheques, are reported to be. filtering through. He is now on the “wanted” list.

In an address m Wellington on tiie importance of quality in dairy produce, Mr W .M. Singleton, Dairy Commissioner, said (reports the Post) the number of farm dairy instructors working on a basis of co-operation between the Dairy Division and one or more dairy companies is 30. He had already a. request from, an additional district lor a farm dairy instructor for next season. Some districts have already had such a service for five years, and are still using these officers. The. districts iu which this service is operative include Hokianga. Hikurangi, Whangarei, and Maungalnporo. Northern Wairoa, Waikato, Tauniarunui, Eltliam, South Taranaki, * Wanganui, Feilding, Palmerston North, Levin, North Canterbury, Teimika, Otago, and Southland, the South Island officers being connected almost entirely vyith butter factories. The dairy companies served by farm dairy instructors manufactured produce during last season which accounted for *l4 per cent, of the total butter-fat-graded as butter and cheese.

Oil the 28th May, in the Supreme Court in Chambers, at Wellington, on the application of Mr 11. L. Harley, his Honour Sir .Robert Stout, Chief Justice, granted letters of administration in the estate of James Unit, late of Owen Junction, farmer, deceased, to Mary Rail, widow, of deceased, and on the same date, his Honour, on the application of Mr E. J. Kemnitz, granted probate of the will of Abraham Laird, late of "'Nelson, engineer, deceased, to Ann Laird and Philip Houghton Kitehingmau, the executors named in the will.

A meeting in connection with the reformation of the Girls’ Friendly Society will be held in the All Saints' Schoolroom on Tuesday next, June 2nd. As the Society has many well-wishers it is Imped a large number will respond to the notification. Members may be of any denomination. It is announced in another column that, a kitchinette for the supply of home made, cake is to lie opened in Nelson to-morrow. This is an innovation that has proved successful in other places, and it is felt that many in Nelson also will be pleased to avail themselves of the facilities offered. It is called the Mia Mia Kitchinette and is situated upstairs in Rout, and Milner’s buildings, Hardy-street. S/ll Sale Starts Friday!! 40-inch Silk Georgettes, 3 yards, for 5/11; 36-inch Radium Lace Flouncing three yards for 5/11; 18-inch Cream Allover Nets, 12 yards for 5/11.-—The Auckland Clothing and Drapery Co., Ltd.* Friday Next ! Big 5/11 Sale !! 40-inch Crepe de Clienes and Maroeaius, 2 yards for 5/11 —black ,white, and colours—36inch Printed Suede Silk, 2 yards for 5/11; 56-inch All Wool N.Z. Dress Flannels and Tweeds, 1! 2 yards, for 5/11. —The Auckland Clothing and Drapery Co., Ltd.*

The N.Z. Farmers’ Association of Canterbury, Ltd., announce a special entry of grade cows on account of Mr Reg. Prouse, who has sold his property, at the Richmond sale to-morrow, Tuesday, at 1 p.m. Friday!! 5/11 Sale Starts!! 1 (only) Man’s Heavy Oiled Canvas Coat 5/11; Boys’ Oilskin Coats 5/11 each.—-The Auckland Clothing and Drapery Co., Ltd.*

The Oddfellows’ euchre "tournament will continue to-night. All players are invited to a game.

5/11 Sale Starts Friday! 1 (only) Woman’s Oiled Silk Rain Coat 5/11; Women’s. Wool Jumpers, jazz colourings, 5/11 each. “Fit-u” brand Corsets 2 pairs for 5/11. —The "Auckland Clothing and Drapery Co., Ltd.*

Wakclield readers are reminded that Mr W. J. Mieliic will deliver a lecture in the Y.M.C.A. to-night at- 8 o'clock. All interested in health matters are cordially invited to attend.

Mr A. .Gould anounees an auction sale for to-morrow at 1 p.m. of household furniture and effects on account- of Mr Iv. Savon, J'janklyn street, .who is leaving Nelson.

5/11 Sale Starts Friday!! Utrecht Velvets, ’jfapestries, Moqueltes, etc., for furnishing coverings, 11 yards for 5/11; Hearth Rugs ,5/11 each; Chair Covers and Carpet Ends, etc.. 3 for s’ll.—The, Auckland Clothing and Drapery Co., Ltd.*

5/11 Sale Friday ! ! Double Width Cream Madras Muslins and Coloured Casement Cloth, 7 yards for 5/11; All Woo] N.Z. Flannel 3 yards for 5/11 ; 1 (only) Tapestry. Table Cover 5/11; Double. Width Lace Curtain Net, 5 yds for 5/11.—The Auckland Clothing and Drapery Co., Ltd.*

A large sviub fire iu.it' Hie sea <■•* Stoke Ia at evening was well,seen Horn \aim:is poriions of tin* Waimcas. Ib«' flames reached a. considerable height and gave the impression from a- distance that a dwelling was. being destroyed.

The experiences oi passengers m trams that were blocked by slips in llu; King l oiinly during the week-end wer,, in some respects diverting. Due mail, for instance, who bad to submit In a gisttl deal ot banter Irein Ins tellowpassengers. was a prospective bridegroom.' According to piogramme be was to have met Ins' Inidc at the altar m Vuckland at bait past two on >aUirdav aI t crimen. Al hall-past two, howe'er, Ins tram was still Plucked by the slips, and it may lie presumed Unit an anxious young lady iu the city was routing I in' moments. Winn it seemed ilntibt lid on Sunday morning at what time the train would leave |e Haiti, one mail win* bad an important semipublic eiigageiueni m Auckland tor 3 o'clock in tlm afterium decided nut to trust to the railway For his chances of keeping it. Accordingly he chartered a motor car for the rest of the journev at a cost, of £lO or so. When he- had not- been more than a quarter of an hour on the road he had the mortification of seeing that- the. Main had resumed its trip, so that- had he stood Liv it he would have been in plenty of time for his appointment. However, lie reached the city with something to spa re.

The tlniofl Company Talune, which has been laid up at Auckland since 1921, lias been sold to ship breakers. —Press Association.

The Nelson Volunteer Fire Brigade wish to acknowledge receipt of a cheque for £1 Is for serines rendered at the recent- fire at Nelson Tanneries Ltd.

The Anchor Company notify shippers That. Wednesday next being the King’s Birthday they will not accept, cargo ior shipment by Nikuu to-morrow or Ngaio on Wednesday.

In the Supreme Court at Wellington on the 28th May, 1925. probate of the will of Lois Jane Bingham, late of Nelson, widow, deceased, was upon the application of his solicitor, granted by his Honour Sir llobert Stout; to Edward Henry Bisley, the executor named in the will.

The counting of peas in the bottle iu connection with the Eire Brigade's guessing competition, took'place on Saturday evening. The exact number in the bottle was found to be 6936. Mr Tlios. Dee and Mr M. Webster both guessed within one of the correct total. A draw resulted to the advantage of Mr Dee, wTio therefore takes the first prize.

The Nelson School of Music will be closed on Wednesday next, the King’s Birthday,