NEWS IN BRIEF.

Otago Daily Times, Issue 19980, 23 December 1926, Page 20

NEWS IN BRIEF.

Speaking at Waikaka Valley this week, Mr M’Gillivray, agricultural instructor for Southland, stated that Southland was using its fair share of lime. _ Last year the New Zealand railways carried 107,000 tons of lime. Of this quantity 67,000 tons were used In Southland and 40,000 tons elsewhere. j Hands are kept beautifully smooth by Waters’ Chap Lotion, 2s posted.—Waters’ Pharmacy... Motor drivers, like commercial travellers, are never at home, according to a union secretary in the Arbitratdn Court at Wellington. “They work such long hours,” he said, ‘that it reminds me of the story of the father who gave bis little daughter a smacking, with the result that she rushed inside and told mother that ‘that strange man who comes here every Sunday gave me a smacking.’ ’ An assessor; Are you sure its wasn’t the lodger?—(Laughter). His Honor, Mr Justice Frazer: At any rate it is a variation of the old story of the commercial traveller. (Renewed laughter).

Additional water supply for the Wanga nui power-house is being sought by means or artesian wells (says the Chronicle). The idea of pumping water from the ■ river was abandoned on account of the presence u>. the Water of so much debris flood times. “It’s most unfortunate that we have a Minister of Lands who is trying to break tho country away from the towns. 1 think he is making a huge blunder,” said M- H. Grisnon, at the last meeting of the Auckland A. and P. Association when the question of land settlement was being discussed

Stay at the Prince of Wales Hotel. Good accommodation; best brands of liquors. , ’Phone 721.—C. Hinchcliff, proprietor... It will be interesting for motorists con templating a trip to Roxburgh via Gore, Tapanui, and Bae’s Junction, to learn that it will still be several months before the new Pomahaka bridge is completed In thr meantime the usual traffic on this road is diverted near the_ Conical Hills railway station, and direction signs have been erected accordingly. In the course of a speech at Lincoln College, Canterbury, Mr D. M. Westenra said that as a member of a commission he hau visited State farms, and the losses were amazing—so much so that he would say. “God Help Lincoln College if ever it becomes a State institution.”

You can procure your new Furniture from us at special prices during this month, so brighter up for Christmas.—A. F. Cheyne and C 0... With the fine weather farmers throughout the district are busy saving hay and ensilage (reports the Taranaki Herald) Crops are quite good generally speaking, although there has not been the same luxuriant growth of clovers and trefoils as usual owing to the prolonged spell of cold weather during the early spring - In a letter to _ the Auckland Education Board, the, of the Training 00l lege, Mr H. G. Cousins stated that during the year students had made donations to the amount of £9O ss, and had also contributed a great deal of labour towards set ting the grounds in order. A resolution expressing appreciation of the pupils’ action was passed by the board. Bend your Prescription to Waters' Pharmacy, 20 Princes street, medicine comes return mail...

Transport firms which cater for country freights are meeting with a great deal of competition from farmers themselves (states a Wellington exchange). A few years ago the lorry which went out for the wool took the year’s stores to many farms, but now many farmers have bought their own trucks, and endeavour to pay the instalment by carriage of goods for neighbours, the extent of whose transport does not justify the purchase of a lorry. , A slip of the tongue on the part of Ven. Archdeacon Evans during his address was responsible for much merriment at St. Mary’s School, Stratford (remarks the Post). In the course of his remarks he said it seemed as though some good guardian angel was looking after the interests of the school, as “no sooner do we lose one good head mistress, than to take her place there comes another good angel from heaven—or somewhere else.” The reverend gentleman, was not slow to notice the mistake, at which he laughed as heartily as his hearers.

We are famous for saveloys.—Barton and Trengrove.

Wild rice has been imported by the Auckland Acclimatisation Society, and will be planted in the vicinity of Matamata and Tuakau. It came from America, and will be planted in places where the stream beds are nearly dry in summer. The rice was packed in moss, and was kept in the cooling chamber on the voyage over. The idea is to attract ducks to certain places, and if the trial is successful the society will place further orders in May and June next.

Presents for everyone at prices to suit all purses.—A. '. Gneyne and C 0..., Upon his return to Wellington after a visit to Nelson, Mr Waters, of the biological laboratory, Wellington, said that gratifying success had been achieved this season in one of tht cold stores where experiments had been carried out with the storage of fruit. The losses had been practically negligible. Pears had been stored well past what was commonly considered their proper season, and the remainder of the apples were at present in splendid condition, packing out 100 per cent, sound and as good as the day on which they were picked. A Fragrant Christmas Gift! A tin of “Blue Mountain oamaica” Coffee, 3s fid, or posted 4s. Only obtainable from A. Durie and Co., coffee specialists, 32 Octagon, Dunedin.,. A shipment of 300 brace of partridges is expected to reach Auckland from London by the Rimutaka in February or March next. At the last meeting of the Auckland Acclimatisation Society the Allocation Committee asked for advice regarding suitable places to liberate the birds. It was tentatively agreed that they be released in batches ot 25 to 50 pairs in the following districts: —Putaruru, Hinuera, Miranda, Thames, Waipa Valley. Cambridge, and Kaiwaka. Further consideration to the matter will be given at the January meeting.

Kaka Point has taken on quite a lively aspect during the past few days (says the Balclutha Free Press). With the closing of the schools there has been an exodus of people from their usual habitations to this popular seaside resort. Inquiries have elicited the information that there has been a keen demand for cribs and cottages, and it is possible, should fine weather prevail, that Kaka Point this holiday season will present a much livelier appearance than for some years past. Strenuous efforts are being made tc have the electric light switched on before Christmas.

It the course o an address on horticulture at the Cawthron Institute, Nelson, Mr G. A. Green, organiser for the New Zealand Institute of Horticulture, recently referred in enthusiastic terms to the Nelson rock garden (states the ' Mail). He said that those who had worked for its establishment hod done a wonderful work for the city, and through it Nelson had had its best advertisement for 10 years. “Wherever I go I hear about, Nelson’s rook garden,” declared Mr Green. “No other place can yet come up to Nelson in this respect.” The cost to the city, Mr Green added, had been very small, private sub scriptions having furnished the money required. Auckland had now formed a rock garden society, and at every meeting members talked about the Nelson garden The Auckland City Council was showing enthusiasm regarding the matter, and the northern city would endeavour to make a rock garden display that would excel Nelson’s. A visit to the Nelson rock garden, said Mr Green, was an education, for every plant was named, which made a visit intensely interesting. Nelson had sown the seed of a movement which was spreading and producing results in other places.

Complaint* regarding the fumes from the fertiliser works of Wright, Stephen* son, and Co. (Ltd.), at Otahobn have been referred by the Borough Council to the company (says the Auckland Star). The latter has replied that it has plans in hand of .a plant to condense the fumes, and that the work will be proceeded with almost immediately, “There is every hope,” the letter concludes, “that this equipment will be completed and in operation within three months.”

“After waiting for some years, the chance now presents itself of securing for Palmerston North the Agricultural College. It would be a very sad business for th© town and district if we loea the opportunity.” observed Mr J. A. Nash, M.P., in the course of his address at the break-ing-up ceremony of the Palmerston North Boys’ High School. The High School, stated Mr Nash, was, through its agricultural classes, fitting students for the college when established. Excellent facilities, m fact, were afforded by the school curriculum for farmers’ sons to receive the very best vocational and educational training. Country Shopkeepers.—We supply the finest Smallgoods obtainable, at special rates. Inquiries solicited.—Barton and Trengrove, Manse street, Dunedin... One of the powers of the Board of Health is that of issuing requisitions to local bodies to carry out public works deemed essential in the interests of the public health Fears were recently expressed that the Local Government Loans Board might neutralise the effect of the issue of requisitions by refusing to authorise the raising of the _ necessary money. Speaking at a meeting of the Board of Health a few days ago. the Hon. J. A. Young said he anticipated no difficulty in authority being given io local bodies to borrow for drainage, water supply, and other health purposes. Why be without an overcoat? Another shipment of good-enough-to-loose-or-lend gent’s fawn waterproof coats, doublebreasted, with belt; sizes 36in to 44in chest; 25s each.—Kilroy and Sutherland (Ltd.), 192 Princes streets Dunedin... Speaking at the breaking-up ceremony of the Hutt Valley High School, Mr T. M, Wilford, M P., remarked that th© nation moved on the feet of little children. In his opinion the State should afford to those possessed of the necessary mental powers, from whatever social strata' they might spring, the widest opportunity for development of their talent. Ho did not look on examinations as the only test. In fact, he rather believed that examinations were tell-tale clocks used by education boards to judge the of the teachers rather than the capacity of the children _ . , ... “Jones.”—The most efficient and reliable Domestic Sewing Machine ever offered to a discerning public. The British-made “Jones,’ with beautifullyfinished drop-head stand in Real Oak. Price 14 guineas. N.Z. Agents: Glendermid (Limited), 18 Dowling street. Dun“l am very glad to see that the Mmistei of Education thinks that it is time to coneider seriously the question of grirls and boys who go to college for a year or less, says- Miss Batham, principal of the Wellington Ka*t Girls* College in her annual report. “I consider that no on© be allowed to enter any secondary school without a promise to stay a full two years at least A saving clause would always meet any necessitous case. All secondary teachers,. I feel sure, would welcome any such action on the part of the department.”

There are 20 entries for the thirty-sixth tourney to decide the chess championship of New Zealand opening at Auckland on Monday next. The list includes the exchampions, Barnes, Dunlop, Davies, and Kelling, and also several notables of past tourneys, including Moir, Gyles, Anderson, Severne, Stenhouse, Fenwick, Hummer, and Miller. The only entrant from Australia is Erskine, of Melbourne.

The highest quality Linoleums are produced in Kirkcaldy. We have just landed a fine range direct from the works. First quality, 9s 3d per yard; second quality,. 8s fid per yard. Patterns on applicationOtaco Farmers’, Crawford street... ' Wireless receiving sets are now becoming very popular, and soon no home (especially country homes) will be with- . out one. Why not let us install one in your home. We have just landed a fine assortment of high-class sets, including the Greme and the King Neutrodyne, also King Neutrodyne' Kits, with complete instructions for building into Neutrodyne Sets. Any of these sets we guarantee to receive Australian and New Zealand stations. We also carry full range .oud speakers, valves, batteries, etc. Consult us about your wireless. Our expert is at your service.—Laidlay and Gray, Rattray street...

What can be done m the hotel trade can be done by the Oban, Remember, our lines are all highest grade. Goods supplied at reasonable prices, together with prompt service. Post your order to the Oban Hotel and be satisfied.—Box 159. Dunedin...

It is gratifying in these, days when so much is being said which detracts from the efficiency of the port, to have a favourable testimony from a quarter which may be regarded os authoritative (states the Southland Times). Before leaving Bluff in the Port Sydney, Captain W. E. Higgs and his chief officer. Mr Gregory, expressed his complete satisfaction with the despatch in handling his cargo which he had received and which constituted a record. In 4i days 30,000 cases of oil and 200 tons general cargo had been landed and 16,000 crates of cheese, 2000 boxes of butter, ( and 1100 bales of flax and tow had been shipped. Captain Higgs further stated that if he could get as good loading in his other ports he would be well pleased. Christmas hams, tinned _ ox tongues, sheep tongues, fish and fruit of the best brands are stocked at James Gray and Sons’, Milton...

What is described as “a sporty little golf course" has just been laid out at the Mount Cook Hermitage by Mr G. B. Forrest, professional coach to the Timaru Golf Club, to the order of the Mount Cook Motor Company/ The course. which_ has been laid off in front of the Hermitage, is a nine-hole one, and while it has no pretensions -to championship standard, it promises to provide ample opportunity for enjoyable play. The distance to" the first hole is 185 yards, while the second is a handy mashie shot of 80 yards, the distances between the other holes being 220 yards, 175. 145, 130, 245. 90, and 205 respectively. Four men have been working on the course for the past week, and some Timaru players, who tried it last week-end. pronounced it quite good. At present the best values in Suits are showing at “Ascot,” corner Princes and Rattray street. Clerical Greys all sizes hand finished can be bought at £4 10s, posted anywhere... Warm weather brings mosquitoes in their thousands, and some of the sufferers are the sick lying in the Napier Hospital. An effort to relieve their sufferings is to be made, by an endeavour to ascertain their breeding grounds and then an attack will be made upon them Dr J. Allan Berry, medical superintendent of the hospital, informed members of the Hawke’s Bay Hospital Board that hj was of the opinion that the breeding grounds of the mosquitoes, which were proving very troublesome to the patients in the hospital, were all within a mile of Napier. He suggested that one of his staff should be permitted to make investigations to find where the breeding grounds were. An examination had already been made of the lagoon below the hospital, but there was no evidence there. The breeding grounds seemed to be in the swamp lands south of Napier. The board decided to allow one of Dr Berry’s staff to mate investigations We have the finest range of silk stockings in the city from 2s lid, 3s lid, 4s lid. 6s lid. up to I7s 6d pair, in black white and 45 different new shades. —T. Roes, 130 Princes street, Dunedin... ■We are informed by one who is continually travelling in the country and amongst farmers all the time, that the future outlook for the surplus ewes on this coast is not at all of a bright nature (states the Wanganui Herald). From his experience of past years large numbers had been disposed of for forward delivery, but to the best of his knowledge none have so far been sold, and there appears to be no inquiries either. No doubt the present prices offered by the factories have been the means of steadying speculators to a large extent. He knows of one farmer in a big way who would accept at least ,10s per head lower than the price he sold at last year, but he is doubtful of being able to sell even at thi* drop In price. Santa Claus will soon be here. With heaps of present Making, And don’t forget he wilt have Some rolls of Hitchon’s bacon...