Probate Granted

Otago Daily Times, Issue 21992, 29 June 1933, Page 6

Probate Granted

Mr Justice Kennedy Ims granted probate in the estates of the under-mentioned persons:—Sclina Kent, of Tapamii; Benjamin Thomas Tall, of Dunedin, maltster; James Burnet lleid, of Otokia, farmer; Jeremiah O'Connor, of Dunedin, retired drapery salesman; George Harle, of Dunedin, retired farmer; David. Low, of Dunedin, clerk; and William John Benri, of Dunedin, retired engineer.

Lamb and Mutton Export As the local and Belfast freezing works ■will be operating next week, it is anticipated that the demand for lambs "■and export classes of sheep will be as keen as at recent sales. Northern export buyers were keen bidders at Burnside yesterday, and secured, the bulk of the lamb entry. *

Children's Rest Home As the preparation of the Children's Rest Home and the Hill Jack Memorial Home, in Highgate, neared completion, the Rest Home Committee was hopeful of being able to hold the official opening ceremony on Saturday. It has now been decided, however, to postpone the function until such time as the buildings are ready for use, which it is anticipated, will be at an early date.

A Valuable Estate The estate of Mr William Laidlaw, retired sheep farmer, has been sworn for probate purposes at under £40,000. South Express Service

When a letter from the, Dunedin Chamber of Conjmerce asking for the views of the Invercargill chamber regarding the express train service between Dunedin and Invercargill, was read at the last meeting of the latter body, several members expressed the opinion that it would not be advisable to press for an increase of the service in the meantime. The Dunedin chamber's letter advocated the running of an express train from Dunedin to Invercargill between the one leaving here at. 8.33 a.m. on Mondays* and that leaving at 4.40 p.m. on Tuesdays, but it was considered by the Invercargill chamber that the deficiencies of the present train service were compensated for by the existing motor services, and it was not thought that anyone should be inconvenienced by the fact that no express ran south on Monday afternoons. It was decided to communicate these views to the Dunedin chamber.

Divining A correspondent has sent us a copy of the Newcastle Weekly Chronicle of April 29, which contains a reproduction of an old picture, dated 1556, showing diviners at work. It states also that a Leicestershire diviner, named John Clarke, has located four submerged bodies, and has been asked to submit to a physical examination at the Universities of Glasgow and Edinburgh.

Trading Hours of Hotels At its monthly meeting on Tuesday evening the Otago United Temperance, Reform Council adopted the following resolution:—"That this council notes that the representatives of the liquor trade in Taranaki have adopted a resolution asking for more suitable trading hours to meet the economic depression. This council records its emphatic opposition to any increase in the hours of sale, or facilities for the sale of intoxicating liquors; and, further, expresses its considered opinion that the time is ripe for Saturday after--noon closing of liquor bars, which measure would tend still further to reduce drunkenness, put the liquor trade on the same basis as other traders, and promote general well-being." ,

Heavy Fog A dense fog settled over Dunedin, the suburbs, the harbour, and out at sea early yesterday morning. The curtain of fog was very dense at the Heads, and did not lift until after mid-day. As it was impassible to see more than a few yards at sea, the steamer Opihi, from Wellington, and the motor vessel, Port Whangarei, from Lyttelton, were compelled to remain somewhere outside the Heads'for several hours. When the fog began to lift and landmarks could be discerned, the two ships entered port shortly after 1 p.m., and berthed at Dunedin about 3 p.m. It was the first fog experienced on the harbour for some time. Practically all the boats of the Port Chalmers fishing fleet were forced to return to their berths yesterday morning, the fog being so dense that the fishing grounds were obliterated. The fog signal at Taiaroa Heads sent out its warning note throughout the, morning. Two Youths Arrested

Two youths were arrested near Palmerston on Tuesday afternoon on charges of theft. It is alleged that they broke into three farmhouses between Green Valley and Dunback and stole money and jewellery. The owners, on discovering the thefts, obtained a motor car and pursued the_ youths, who were riding bicycles, and detained them until Constable Paterson, of Palmerston, arrived. They were brought before Mr D. M. Thomson, J.P., and, on the application of the police, remanded to appear in the court at Dunedin on July 4.

A Specimen of Woodflowers An excellent example of dactylanthus Taylorii, or woodflowers, a rare parasite to which reference was made in yesterday's issue of the Daily Times, was brought to this office by Mr C. Lorimer of Cutten street, St. _ Kilda. It was secured at Mangapahi, in the King Country, and had been decorated by the Maoris in order to bring out the full beauty of the flower-like formation of the parasite. Mr Lorimer stated that the growth was known among bushmen as .a tree cancer, and they had told him that it would eventually kill a tree, the roots of which it attacked. He added that anyone who was interested was at liberty to examine the specimen which was in his possession.

South Island Attractions Statements have been made on a number of occasions that the attractions which the South Island offers to tourists do not always receive a full measure of publicity, and it is gratifying, therefore, to receive some evidence pointing in the opposite direction. A copy of The Times Trade and Engineering Supplement for May has been brought under our notice, and in the Empire Products section of this publication there 'appears a halfpage advertisement setting forth the claims of the Dominion as an ideal holiday ground for the Nature lover or the sportsmen. Of the four characteristic photographs which are features of the advertisement two represent typical scenes in the South Island and, in addition to this, full emphasis is placed on the beauties of the southern sounds and lakes. ' ■ •.''-'■■ Confiscation of Silver

Further information regarding the police raid on the Marama on Tuesday night gives the amount of silver confiscated at £l5O. A Press Association telegram states that no arrests were made in Wellington. The vessel will arrive at Auckland to-day.

College Magazine Banned The action taken by the executive of the Victoria University College Students' Association to terminate the publication of a magazine by a faction of the students known as the Free Discussion Club was upheld yesterday by the Professorial Board. A Press Association telegram from Wellington states that a number of objectors to the magazine considered that its general tone was bringing the whole body of students into disfavour. Professor Gould, chairman of the Professorial Board, said last evening that some control was necessary over publications which emanated from the University. Housekeeping in Australia

A Wellington business man who returned on Tuesday by the Marama from Australia commented on the low prices charged for furniture in Melbourne as compared with those ruling in New Zealand. He said that a young married couple he had met there equipped their house completely for £l4O, and he estimated that the outlay in this country for the same furniture would be not less than £250. Walnut suites sold for as low at £27 10s. House rents were about the same as in New Zealand, or possibly a little lower on the average. With judicious shopping it was possible to live more cheaply in Melbourne than in Wellington. Australian butter could not compare, in his opinion, with the New Ze'aland product, but the beef sold in the shops and restaurants was of beautiful quality. The unemployment figures were down in Melbourne, and business was picking up generally, and the prospects for the country as a whole were most encouraging.

Bumside Stock Sales Some consignments of well-finish.'.l cattle improved the; standard of quality in the beef section at the Burnside salea yesterday. The yarding consisted of 190 head, and, as the demand was more than equal to the supply, a general rise of from 10s to 15s per head was recorded for all classes, with a slightly better premium for prime heavy ox beef, which sold to 25s per 1001 b. Extra prime heavy bullocks sold to £l2 12s 6d; prime heavy, from £9 10s to £11; medium, from £7 5s to £8 10s; light and unfinished, from £5 10s to £6 10s; best heifers, to £7 17s 6d; others from £4 15s to £5 10s; best cows, from £5 10s to £6 10s; light and medium, from £3 5s to £4. In the fat sheep section 2200 were penned. The proportion of ewes was again heavy, and prices for these opened at Is 6d per head lower than last week's average. After the first race had been sold the drop in values was fully recovered, and the market closed firm. Light and medium ewea were firm at late rates. The short supply of wethers was keenly sought after at prices a shade better than at the previous sale. Extra prime heavy wethers sold to 24s 6d, prime from 18s to 21, light and medium from 15s to 17s, extra prime heavy ewes to £1 Is, prime from 14s to 17s, medium from lis to 13s, lighter sorts from 8s to 10s. The yarding of 3500 fat lambs constituted the largest offered for a considerable time, and the selection contained some excellent quality consignments from all parts of Otago. Export buyers competed keenly for all classes at an average of 2s per head better than last week, but while local exporters carried the bidding right up on every pen, the bulk of the offering was again secured by northern representatives. The top price realised was 29s 6d, and the bulk of the yarding was cleared at prices ranging from 17s to 21s. Another small yarding of store cattle was offered, consisting principally of steers. A pen of well-bred four-year-old good-con-ditioned steers met with keen competition, and realised £6 9s. Several pens of smaller steers changed hands at improved rates, the tone of the market being distinctly better. Vealers were in short supply and met with a ready sale at enhanced values. In the dairy section there was a good demand for young cows close to profit, but aged cows and spring calvers were neglected. The entry of fat pigs numbered 123, porkers predominating. The sale opened at prices firm at last week's rates, but towards the end of a dragging market much lower prices had to be accepted. Owing to a short supply, store pigs had an improved demand. A feature of the entry was a line of good breeding sows, and up to £3 per head was obtained for this consignment. Outbreaks of Fire

The City Fire Brigade was called out shortly after 2 p.m. yesterday to Glasgow street, South Dunedin, fire having broken out in some rubbish at the rear of the premises occupied by the D.SA., Ltd., in King Edward street. The roof of the boiler room suffered slight damage before the flames were extinguished. No particulars of insurances are yet available, and the cause of the outbreak is unknown. The brigade was summoned again at 6.10 p.m. to attend a chimney fire in Cargill road, South Dunedin. No damage was done. ..' ■

Early Motoring Days While Messrs P. and H. Elworthy, of Timaru, were in the Wanaka district recently shooting quail, the former related a very interesting story of his experiences with the motor car in the lakes district in pre-war days. Twenty-four years ago Mr Elworthy made an exceptionally triumphant entry into Wanaka, for he was driving the first motor car, a six-cylinder Wolsey, to cross- the Crown Range (4000 feet). He had had his car brought up from Kingston by boat,' but on arrival at Queenstown it was confiscated by the local authorities and locked up in a stable. The reason given for this action was that the car, proceeding through the streets, would frighten the horses working in the town. After much argument with the local bodies and transport companies, Mr Elworthy finally received permission to carry on with his trip to Wanaka, provided that he left Queenstown at 3 o'clock in the morning. This was, of course, also for the benefit of the horses. As an extra precaution against the ear causing trouble with more horses, all the horse owners on the road over the Crown Range were notified of the coming of the car. Mr Elworthy arrived at Wanaka between 6 and 7 in the morning, and was welcomed by the whole of the population of the township, many of the residents having not previously seen motor-driven cars.

Ancient Ceramics Ancient Chinese ceramics obtained both in China and Japan were brought to Auckland in the Niagara on Monday morning by Captain Humphreys-Davies, of Auckland, who spent three months in the Orient on his mission. The collection will in all probability be lent to the War Memorial Museum. Captain Humphreys-Davies said he brought very little back of a period later than the year 1500. He had a remarkable series of horses, camels, and other figures, some from the Han dynasty, 220 B.C. to 209 A. 0.; a number of T'ang pieces and a considerable number of Sung pieces. He had handled old pottery for which the owners asked as much as f4OOO a piece. He had inspected a considerable amount of rare art treasures which he suspected came from the Chinese Imperial collection. The Imperial Museum at Peking had been dismantled, and he thought there had been a "leakage." He had duplicates of many famous pieces. One was a blue glaze of a mastodon, which was wonderfully modelled. He also obtained early splash glazes. A certain amount of ancient Chinese pottery and porcelains he obtained from the Chinese merchant! living in Japan.

The Cost of Living Figures showing the movement in the cost of living over the past 12 months were supplied yesterday by the Minister in Charge of the Government Statistician's Office. It was also shown by the Minister (says a Press Association telegram) that, although the Dominion's export industries were now from 25 per cent, to 30 per cent, below the 1914 level, the internal costs and price level wag round 25 per cent, to 30 per cent, above that level. The figures show that from May, 1932, to May, 1933, the cost of living fell by 4.9 per cent., while three food groups combined fell by 7.6 per cent. From November, 1932, to May 1933, the cost of living fell by practically 1 per cent., while the three food groups combined fell by 1\ per cent. From February of this year until May the figures show that the cost of living rose 0.1 per cent., or l-10th of 1 per cent., while the three food groups combined did not alter. This slight rise for May was mainly due to a seasonal rise it milk and eggs. City Police Court '-

There were no cases set down for hearing at the City Police Court yesterday.

The annual meeting of the Dunedin Starr-Bowkett Building Society will be held in the office of the society, not the Oddfellows' Hall, this evening, when appropriations in the Nos. 4,5, and 9 groups will be disposed of. Austin pioneered the small light car. Other Nations pay,Austin royalties. Why consider imitation? See the latest. Austin Light cars at Austin Motors (Otago), Ltd., 284/6 Princes street, Phone 13-213. Advt.

A. E. Blakeley and W. E. Bagley, dentists, Bank of Australasia, corner ot Bond and Rattray streets (next Telegraph Office). Telephone 12-359.—Advt. Wirelesg Repairs executed at shortest notice. —Barth Electrical Supplies, Ltd., 56 Princes street, Dunedin. —Advt. Save your eyes. Be wise, and consult W. V. Sturmer, optician (2 Octagon), thus conserving good vision for old age*— Advt.