NEWS IN BRIEF.

Otago Daily Times, Issue 18197, 18 March 1921, Page 10

NEWS IN BRIEF.

No fewer than six Presbyterian charges are vacant in Auckland at the present time. Excursion tickets will be issued by the Railway Department from March 22 to March 28, both days inclusive, available for return till April 28. Fifteen paradise ducks will bo liberated in the Tongariro National Park by the Auckland Acclimatisation Society. The birds were the gift of the Southland Acclimatisation Society. Wonderful INews. Genuine Truth. — Morris’s Electric Magic Healers no equal. Price, Is 6d-7s 6d.—Write direct T. Morris, Mornington.... The encouragement of the sport of motor racing is one of the present objects of the Auckland Automobile Association. With that object in view, the committee agreed to transfer £SO from the general fund to the sports fund. Remarkably largo the timber output of West Coast mills continues to be, showing no sign of any slump (states the Grey River Argus). Very long timber trains have lately been the rule on the line south wards. , During the outdoor life of the summer season it is essential for the health of the skin to use a pure non-chemical soap. “Diadem Barilla” alone answers that description. Your grocer will supply it.... The Department of Agriculture advises importers of bulbs to advise shippers that the regulations requiring each consignment of bulbs to be covered by a certificate of freedom from disease, temporarily relaxed during the war, will be strictly enforced with respect to all consignments entering ,New Zealand after June 30. At Trentham camp there is a museum of small arms, machine guns, shells, and cartridges (states the New Zealand Times). It is an extremely interesting collection, and its existence is mainly duo to the efforts of Major Henderson, the gunnery instructor.

The winner at the races one day may be the loser the next, but you tip a winner every time you say “Buchanan’s Black and White, please!”... “Did I told you that?” asked an excited witness at an Auckland court. Upon counsel saying “You did,” the answer was: “I never did told you no such thing; you ought to join the police or detectives,” he finally shouted at the lawyer, and was then gently but firmly removed.

“Washing-up” is inevitable. lighten work by using "Handy Jack.” Splendid preparation. Conquers dirt and grease in pots %nd pans. Ask your grocer for a tin... At the last Hawke’s Bay County Council meeting Cr Orr said that his riding’s finances were in such a condition that the time had arrived for either the dismissal of some of the men or a reduction in wages. The farmers there would soon be unable to y pay their rates. They were working 16 hours a day, and were not earning 16 pence a year. Kornbane will cure the worst corns painlessly ; Is, posted Is 2d.—Waters’ Pharmacy... The Wellington Post reports that a Karori resident whose lawn was severely attacked by grass grub has been advised by the Agricultural Department of the following remedy:—Mix four parts of carbon bisulphide with one part of phenol, mix well, and dilute one gallon of the mixture or emulsion with 100 gallons of water. Apply with a watering can. Lime water was suggested as good for bringing many gruha to the surface. * ■ The best breakfast beverage is coffee, and the best coffee is “Bourbon” brand. If “Bourbon” is not stocked by your grocer, send direct —"Durie’s,” 32 Octagon, Dunedin.... The belief that the pohutukawa, or Christmas tree, will not grow where frost occurs is a fallacy, according to Mr C. A- Whitney, who referred to the matter at a meeting of the council of the Auckland Acclimatisation Society. He said pohutukawa trees he had sent to a friend in Norfolk, England, were growing' splendidly, and he mentioned that trees of the variety grew at Taupo, where heavy frosts were experienced. Drapery.—Easter requirements will be advantageously bought from the small shop for value. —J. G. Stevens, 51- George street.... “I have just returned from Waipiata, Central Otago, where sheep have been selling for 9s a dozen,” remarked Dr J. P. Frengley, Assistant Cfnspactor-gcnertel of Hospitals, when faced with a. building programme for the Ashburton Hospital of £25,000, of which the Government would be expected to contribute half as subsidies (reports the Guardian). The Hospital Board apparently required up explanation that this was one way of saying; “Where is the money coming from?” Vi-Oatta is unequalled for sunburn; 2s. — Waters’ ’Pharmacy 0n1y.... A big lump of hurled by one party at the other was one of the principal exhibits in an assault case at the Magistrate’s Court, Christchurch, a day or two ago (reports the Press). “You are pretty good at putting the weight.” said Mr W. J. Hunter to the complainant, -who was alleged to have thrown the missile at the defendant. “You are'not a Scotchman?” “No, I am not, thank God,” was the emphatic reply, which was with laughter. “I am a Dane, *and' I am loyal to New Zealand, where I have earned my living.” How can you reduce your overdraft? At a time like the present, when there are such big and constant “drawings” - on your reserves, that unless adequate provision is being made there will sure to be bankruptcy at your “vital bank." remember “ Nature honours no overdraft,” and replenish both nerve and brain accounts with >. deposits of Marshall’s Fosphetine. Buy. a bottle to-day, and prove this wonderful tonic. Nearly 100 doses for 2s fid. Sold/ everywhere.... According to calculations made by the late Sir David Hutchins, 100,000 acres of rough land, once covered with valuable native bush, turns each year to a waste of scrub, gorse, bramble, and other noxious weeds (reports the Dominion). Mr G. Mitchell (Wellington South) has given notice in the House of Representatives that he intends to ask the Government what steps' are , being' taken to prevent this loss ; Mr Mitchell also intends to ask what is done to prevent forest fires. He considers that the present law does not adequately protect the New Zealand forests, and suggests that the Government should amend it next session. Prices down. Meat prices all reduced at main shop and all branches. Customers are assured of getting only the 'primest. quality by trading with us. Barton and Trengrove, Octagon, Manse street, Princes street South, and Cargill’s Corner.... , A New Zealander who recently returned from a tour of the Old Country says it has. beautiful scenery, an|i every care is taken to see that the scenery-is preserved (reports the Gfeymouth Star). In the Buller Gorge, New Zealand possesses a great national park that, as far as possible, consistent with the utilising of its wonderful mineral resources, should be preserved as a resort for Australasian and the world’s tourists. The New Zealander heard quit© a lot in the Old Country about the beautiful Buller Gorge, and felt quite a pride in hearing its beauties extolled.

The slump in drapery has evidently set in earlier than anticipated. Our sale prices are a revelation. .Reductions extend over the whole stock, including all our standard lines. A call of inspection will repay yob. —A. F. Cheyne and Co., Mosgiel.... What might have resulted in a more serious accident happened at Matauxa on Saturday (reports the Ensign). Mr D. Townley was assisting Mr Henry Osborne to “ lead in ” a crop of oats on the hill opposite? the paper mills. When working near the edge of the hill the dray commenced to go backwards, and Mr Townley, who was loading, jumped off the dray a few seconds before it and the horses went over the bank —a drop of about 40ft. The leading horse was lulled, but the shatter, although bruised, escaped. To those about to marry we strongly advise a call on us before selecting their household furniture. Satisfaction guaranteed.—Sooullar and Chisholm (Ltd.), Rattray street.... '■ New Zealand has many miles of forest lands, which contain valuable timbers such as the ooooanut, sandalwood, and ebony.” So says the Book of Knowledge, the children's encyclopaedia, edited by Arthur _ Me® and Dr Holland Thompson, and publidied in London,- a work which, I am informed (says “ Zamiel ” in his "Random Shots” in the Auckland Star) is having a great sale in the United States. Personally I always avoid the cocoanut tree when I go into the New Zealand bush, I prefer to sit in the intoxicating shade of the upas tree and watch the Hottentots fi* for alligators with lire monkeys. The “Waterloo” (Crossan’s “Waterloo”) is acknowledged to be admirably placed, admirably managed, and admirably, admired.... It is not generally realised how thoroughly the Government has standardised the "Standard” boot. It is standardised right down to the very squeak. On entering, the presence of a prominent member of the Board of Trade at Wellington last week a visitor was accosted! with: “Ah, you’ve got a pair of “Standard’ boots!” “Yes,” was the reply, “ but how did you know?” _ “Oh, I heard the ‘Standard’ squeak,” said the officer, who himself rejoices in a pair of “Standard” boots.

Snap judgments of men oftentimes are faulty. A man may -wear a red tie, a green vest, and tan shoes and still be a gentleman. Oban Hotel, where Jack’s as good as his master.... In refusing a discharge to a bankrupt who had come to bad _ financial grief through racecourse gambling, the New South Wales Registrar in Bankruptcy said that the pffenoe _ has of late years been treated more seriously than it was some years ago, and that so seriously has it been viewed in England that now if a man commits an offence of this sort he is guilty of a misdemeanour, and,' if convicted on an indictment, may inour a sentence of two years’ hard labour, or, on a summary conviction, of six months with hard labour. “I hope,” he added, “that this case may get to the ears of the authorities, and that they may see fit to adopt the English legislation.” Primest sugar-cured bacon. Is 7d. Procurable Barton and Trengrove’s.... It was stated at the last meeting of the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals at Christchurch that Inspector White would no longer be allowed to possess the automatic pistol (reports the Press). An application had been made to the Minister of Justice, but there was no provision in the Arms Act for the granting of such requests. Inspector White said that the automatic was' the best_ weapon for the humane destruction of animals, because the plated bullets —which could not be used in ordinary revolvers —were more effective for that purpose. The Minister pointed out that, even if Mr White were allowed to retain his nistol, there was little likelihood of his being able to gain premission to obtain ammunition for it.