LOCAL AND GENERAL

Nelson Evening Mail, Volume LXVI, 4 September 1934, Page 4

LOCAL AND GENERAL

The annual review for 1933 of Britain’s motor industry, published by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders, shows the increasing importance of the industry. The number of cars produced was 220,775, the largest on record, and 29 per cent, more than in 1932. Ten years ago the total was 71,396. The people of Great Britain spent £78,500,000 on roads and bridges in 1931-32. Receipts from road users of motor vehicles totalled £63,793,000 in 1932, while this year it is estimated they will,reach £75,£500,000. Afore than 1,000,000 people .-ire, engaged in the making, maintenance, and operation of motor vehicles in Britain, and more than one-tenth of- the national income is derived from taxation for their use. The British car pays in taxation £2 6s lOd per horse-power, and is the most heavily taxed car in the world. France, Italy, and Austria are the only other countries where motor taxes exceed £2 per horse-power; u ■ ■

A pronounced increase in the number of overseas visitors to New Zealand dm'-' ing the coming summer is expected, according to Air J. A. Malcolm,, an officer of the Government Tourist and Publicity Department. “Alany hundreds of people from abroad will be visiting Afelbourne for the centenary celebrations,” he said, “and steps are being taken to bring the scenic attractions of New Zealand to their notice. ■lt is hoped many of them will thus be induced to cross the Tasman.” Air Alaleolm said several large parties of Australians would make a, comprehensive tour of the Dominion this year. An important innovation was being undertaken by the P. and 0. and. Orient lines in sending the Strathaird, Strathmore, Otranto, and Orontes on cruises. These liners, which would visit New Zealand during the summer would each carry from 800 to 1000 passengers. Although* the time spent in Dominion waters would be comparatively short, many thousands of pounds would be spent in the country by the tourists.

The output of dairy produce in North Taranaki iias just doubled in the past 12 years, remarked Mr J. Brown, chair man of directors of the Taranaki Producers’ Freezing Works, in Iris address to shareholders at the annual meeting. In 1921-22 the works at Moturoa. handled 201,133 boxes of hatter and 146,237. crates of cheese, containing 8733 tons of butterfat. For the year iust closed the output of the works was 414,113 boxes of butter and 265.876 crates of cheese, containing 16,959 toils of butterfat.

The first shipment ox frozen meat was not taken from Now Zealand to England without danger and anxiety, Mr D. Jones, chairgian of the Meat Producers’ Board, told members of the Christchurch Workers’ Educational Association (reports “The Press”). He said tho first shipment was taken by a sail ing ship in 1882. The refrigerating machinery was driven by a steam engine, and on several occasions the ship’s sails were set on fire by sparks from the funnel. This was a. real danger to the ship, and there was also, of course, considerable anxiety about the fate of the first experimental cargo of meat. The annual meeting cf the Central Tennis Club, Piwaka, will be held on Thursday, bbh September, at 7.30 p..i. in tlia Piwaka Hall. All members and intending members are requested to attend.

Rain fell on 17 days at Motucka during August, 'the total recorded by Mr G„ S. Huff am being 9.09 inches. The maximum fall on any one day was 2.16 inches on the 13th.

Think of ii—New Spring Goods at Sale Prices light at the start of the season. Huge Opening Season Sale at ‘‘The Auckland” 9.30 a.m. Thursday The bargains Tti New Dress Goods and Frock Lengths and the wonderful ..election will hold you spellbound. Nelson and Motueka See the windows at 7.15 p.m. To-morrow and read Wednes day’s “Mail.”*

Alfred Could announces details of the Auction Sales of Real Irish Linens to be bold in Ansiito’s Building (opposite the Post Office) next Thursday at 2 p.m. ami Friday at 2 p.m and 7 p.m. on account Mr D. F. rd, Linen Merchant of Wellington. Goods on view to-morrow from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.

7.15 p.m. Wednesday the window blinds go up at “The Auckland” and you’ll see the most brilliant display of smart new Spring Dress Goods, Tennis Hats. Hosiery. Tennis Sox and Shoes and General Drapery ever seen in Nelson. All to go at record bargain prices 9.30 a.m. Thursday. Nelson and Motncka Read Wednesday’s “Mail” for details.*

Ladies’ Lightweight Coats for Spring and Summer wear. All Wool Corded routing, smartly cut with belt to finish. Lemon, Fawn. Blue and Grey. 52/6 at McKay’s*

The steamer Arahura, which has been lelicving the Tamalrinc on the I’ictonWellingtoi’. ferry service, has returned to Nelson, arriving at 6 o’clock this morning, ana will resume her usual i-n----iring from Nelson to Wellington this evening.

Great iuterst ; s being taken in Nelson’s challenge match against Alarlborough for th e Seddon bhield. Hundreds of local people have expressed their intention to see the game in Blenheim, and it is anticipated that about 500 Nelsonians will make the trip to Afarlborough next Saturday. Unusually low prices continue to obtain for bread in Auckland as a result of the competition among bakers, states the “New Zealand Herald.” The position is regarded with apprehension by officials of the Auckland Alastev Bakers’ Association, who are awaiting the results of a petition now before the Government requesting efforts towards stabilisation of the price of bread. It was staled by an official that 21b loaves were being sold at cn e suburban store for only did. This rate, it was considered* could mean only a loss to the makers, and it was this form of low sale which was having a serious general -..•fleet on the industry. In ether parts of Auckland, dealers were advertising bread at cheap rates, and using the slogan of the effects of ihe “bread y/ar” for sab purposes. It was added that the standard prices of bread which vc-ve supposed to rule in Auckland were as follows: —Over the counter, 51; delivered, s£d; booked del)’-’-c-rv 6d. One large Auckland firm had. however, been compelled to reduce these prices by a halfpenny all round, and this was taken as o.n indication of tno stress of competition, from jther sources. “Nobody knows what rs going to Lap pen in connection with stabilising t-ti» industry,” commented one official. He added that all efforts to reach some standard had so far proved unsuccess ful but there would no doubt be con saltations on the matter at an early date.

Although there is no call for rejoicing over the fact that the Harbour Bridge lost “only £135,000” during the last financial year, the news evokes expressions of satisfaction (writes the Sydney correspondent of the Alolbourne “Argus”). What appeals to the imagnition ot even those who cannot wear the bright badge of optimism is that there is an improvement of £22,000 over the previous year. They consider the position to be reassuring. If the loss is reduced by £20,000 or £30,000 a year, not very many years will pass before the great undertaking is paying its way. The municipal councils now required to contribute to the cost will be relieved of that obligation, but by that time the revenue from the bridge will be such as to compensate for the loss of their annual payments. Aloreover, with interest lates falling there may be a substantial reduction of the annual expenditure on interest and exchange, about £360.000 a year. The financial situation of the bridge is not alarming.- Som e of_ the residues of the resumptions associated with the approaches have, yet to be sold. Tlris clearing up will not reduce the liability substantially, but it will bo welcomed as helpful. The Sydney City Council and tile North Sydney Council lost much revenue by the building of the bridge owing to the demolition of hundreds of houses, and their consequent disappearance from the ratebook.

Queensland lias had visitations of move or less acuteness from sellers of bonds in various undertakings or proposals for undertakings, and it is remarkable that the, bulk of the propositions have com 0 from the very respectable Dominion of New Zealand (writes the Brisbane, correspondent of the Melbourne “Age”) The "recent action - in New Soutli Wales by way of inquiry into the operations of certain trust companies interests us because .one of them is represented here. The Attor- ■ uey--General says the company is not registered in Queensland, and careful ■'inquiries are made respecting all companies beginning operations by special officers, and if occasion should arise action will be taken to protect the public. But whether registered here or not, the company has offices in Queen street, inis issued a prospectus — which must have the approval of a Government department —and has . been carrying on its job. The prospectus invites subscriptions to a first issue of £250,000 “A” series first mortgage investment trust,debentures of £lO each, the Attorney-General added. Whatever may be the outcome of the New South Wales Royal Commission, there is a strong feeling that Government action might have been taken early in the matter of one or two other companies which have sold bonds in Australia. Much good money has “gone for ever" ; but that does not mean Unit all the New Zealand schemes have been unsound.

There’ll be big doings at “The Auckland” on Thursday Huge Opening Season Sale —the first for 3 years Fresh, fashionable Spring Dress Goo us, Wonderful Frock Lengths. Stylish Ten nis Hats, General Drapery and Men’s Wear at staggering prices. Head Wednesday's “Mail’ and see the windows at 7.15 p.in. to morrow.*

Attention is drawn to the announcement in our advertising columns of the commencement of the Home Nursing classes under the auspices of the St. John Ambulance Association. A membership fee of 5s entitles any person to the full benefit of the lectures and instruction, and all desirous of receiving Ihe advantages of the classes should attend at the Anglican Sunday School room on Thursday next, at 7.30 p.m.

Nobby Ready-to-Wear Felts, in soft pastel shades, showing the popular shallow crown and slight uplift brims. Comfortable and becoming. 6/11 to 11/6 at McKay’s.*

Not for 3 years has “The Auckland” held an Opening Season Sale. This one is due to the hard-up stale of a Northern Warehouseman. Thursday at 9.30 a.m. at Nelson and Motueka, wonderful New Spring Dress Goods, Marocain Tennis Hats, Household Drapery, Men’s Wear, Hosiery ancl Underwear will lie thrown out at prices that will astonish you. See t.ho windows Wednesday night and read Wednesday’s “Mail.”*

Everything for the Girls’ College Uniform is stocked by McKay’s, the quality outfitters.*

Thursday at 9.30 a m., Huge Opening Season Sale starts at “Tlip. Auckland” in Nelson and Motueka. Wonderful Spring Dress Goods, Exclusive Frock Lengths, Stylish .Marocain. Sports Hats, Household Dripery, Hosiery, Women's Underwear, Men’s Wear, Tennis Shoes etc., at prices that will cause a sensation. See the windows To-morrow night and read Wednesday’s “Mail.”*

Girls College opens next Monday! Buy Regulation Garments of super quality modestly priced at ‘McKay's.*

The “niftiest" Hats you ever saw- ■ stylish new Marocain Tenuis dials in While and beige at i sensationally low price. Thursday at “The Auckland.” N-clon and Motueka. All details Wednesday's “Mail."*

Children’s Felt Breton Sailor Hals, in Cream, Beige, Fawn, Saxe, and Brown. 5/6 at McKay’s.*

A social entertainment, in connection with the Cathedral parish will be held in the Marsdcn Church Library on Thursclev m-mring, vln:n M' 1 T. F. Maunsell will give a talk. There will also bo a. musical programme, and refreshments will be provided.

A London paper says : Warnings regarding th e present condition of Methodist finances were given at the Methodist Conference at Leicester. It was revealed that of ills £500,000 which Methodism had set itself to raise in two years, only £170,000 had so far been collected. Sir Josiah Stamp said: “In the development of Methodism in the past there has been reliance on the Munificence of wealthy Methodists. That source of wealth is gradually getting smaller, and wc shall have to find a new technique of financing the funds of Methodism”

The, importance of New Zealand white pine for expci t purposes was indicated by remarks nude by Mr R. E. Ball, a Melbourne timber importer, who arrived from Sydney by the Makura yesterday. Mr Brill said that ell the white pine used in Australia for the export of butter and eggs canto from New Zealand. Sydney used abc.it 10,000,000 superficial feet annually, and Melbourne ■about 7,000,000 or 8,000,000 feet. More white pir.e was being employed now Ilian at any previous time and the business was a very valuable cue to New Zealand. Export restrictions, however, ‘were likely to reduce the volume of trade in the timber.

Publicity was recently given to an announcement in an Australian stamp journal to the effect that some of the new pictorial series of New Zealand stamps had been on sale in London. The postal authorities state that there is nothing in the suggestion that the stamps have been made available in England. So far, the printing of a few denominations has been completed, but specimens hive not been sold. No doubt proofs have ncen seen in London, where the printing is being carried out and this would account for the recent reference to the stamps in England philatelic, journals. It is not proposed to place the .stamps on sale in London. When printing is completed, the whole supply will be despatched to New Zealand. It is hoped that they will be available towards the end of the present year.

Owing to the grccat interest b'ir.g shown in the forthcoming Seddon Shield match nt Blenheim the ribbon naiade of the Nelson Kennel Club has been postponed till Saturday, 15th September. The annual meeting of the Nelson Chrysanthemum Club will be held in t!ie Institute rooms at.j.7.50 o’clock this evening A full attendance is requested