Rubbish Fire

Otago Daily Times, Issue 23044, 21 November 1936, Page 12

Rubbish Fire

The City Fire Brigade was called out to a rubbish fire in Station street at 1,59*p.m. yesterday. “ Hit and Run ” Allegation At about 4.55 p.m. yesterday Daphne Fuller, aged 16, who resides with her parents at 59 Richardson street, St. Kilda, was struck by a car while she was cycling south along Crawford street and received facial and head abrasions. It is stated that the girl was cycling on her right side of the road near the kerb when she was struck by a car which approached from the rear, and it is alleged that the car did not stop, but turned across the road and proceeded back towards the city. After receiving attention the girl was able to proceed to her home. Ministers and Wedding Wine A,. Press Association telegram states that the attitude of ministers who refuse to preside at wedding breakfasts where wine is served, on the grounds that they are expected to invite the guests to drink the health of other people in intoxicating liquor, was commended by the Methodist Synod. “ Pantry Day ” Collection An annual “ Pantry Day ” collection, organised for the benefit of St. Vincent’s Orphanage, South Dunedin, and the Waverley Boys’ Orphanage, was held on Tuesday, the goods being collected at the Sacred Heart School, North-East Valley. The appeal was highly successful, the result far exceeding expectations. Probate Granted His Honor Mr Justice Kennedy has granted probate in the estates of the following deceased persons;—Sarah Lavinia Dick, widow; of Moeraki; Henry M’Quade, agent, of Oamaru; Patrick Horan, farmer, of Katea; Catherine Coutts, widow, of Palmerston; William M’Dowall, retired gardener, of Janefleld; James William Tonner, rangemaker, of Dunedin; Mary Isabella Wilkinson, widow, of Dunedin; Charles Barnett, storekeeper, of NorthEast Valley; Sarah Collins, widow, of Dunedin. Letters of administration have been granted in the estate of Bessie Jane Christopher, widow, of Dunedin. Must be Roadworthy The necessity for motor transport operators to whom licences had been granted having their vehicles in roadworthy condition by December 31 was emphasised by Mr T. H. Langford, No. 3 Transport Licensing Authority. He said that under the new transport regulations »vners must be able to produce a certificate of fitness of their vehicles when required, and as soon as possible all owners would be circularised on the subject. The vehicle inspectors were exceptionally busy at present examining trucks. Mr Langford also drew attention to the regulations requiring drivers to carry with them the vehicle authority and those relating to the 30-mile restriction under area licences, wages, and driving hours, and emphasised that the name of the operator must be printed clearly on both sides of all vehicles. •Modern Flats for lls a Week' A design for a block of modern flats which could be let for as little as Us a week is one of the many interesting features of the annual exhibition of the Auckland University College School of Architecture. The design is by Mr W. R. Simpson, and shows remarkable ingenuity and an impressive attention to detail. Each flat is airconditioned and centrally heated, and equipped with refrigerator, drying cupboard, and up-to-date system of refuse disposal Facilities available to all the flats include cafeteria, cooperative store, roof garden for sunbathing, babies’ creche and covered playing area for children. Some of the flats are designed for individuals and might be let, Mr Simpson estimates, for as little as lls a week. Others are designed for families of three at a rental of 17s 3d and othei’s for families of six at 255. Attached to each of the family flats is a private garden.

A Dangeroni Practice “This type of offence appears to be increasing,” commented Mr H. W. Bundle. S.M., In the City Police Court yesterday, when imposing a fine on a cyclist for riding on the footpath, “ and there is another dangerous practice which appears to be very prevalent. That is the habit of cyclists riding, not in single file or In pairs, but three orfour abreast taking up half the road. One has only to go along close to the court in the evening to see men and girls returning from work on bicycles three or four abreast." Inspector M'Nicoll said he believed a law was being framed to deal with the situation, Senior Sergeant Packer stating that the matter v'as being covered under the new motor regulations. Parking Time-limit* Unfamiliarity with the parking time limits in Wellington was pleaded by a man recently arrived from Dunedin when he was charged in the Magistrate’s Court at Wellington on Thurs- ' day with parking for more than an hour in Victoria street. In Dunedin, he said, streets were marked with the parking periods, but he could find no notices in Wellington. In answer to the - magistrate (Mr J. H. Luxford. S.M.), a traffic inspector said the only street marked with a limit was Lambton quay, and that was because angleparking was used. The magistrate commented that Victoria street was wide and would not appear as if it were subject to parking restrictions. He favoured the use of notices. The defendant was convicted and discharged.

Hospital Lottery Proposal A proposal by Mr Trevor Beetham that the Hospital Boards’ Association should consider the question of instituting a system of State lotteries for the benefit of hospitals gave rise to expression of varying opinions at the last meeting of the Wairarapa Hospital Board. Mr Beetham moved that a remit be forwarded to the Hospital Boards’ Conference urging that instead of the Government fighting against State lotteries they should be organised for the benefit of hospitals as was the case in several other countries, particularly Australia. ‘‘lt appears that the • world Is in a gambling spirit,” remarked Mr J. F. Thompson. He would say that many thousands of pounds went out of the country each year lor lotteries. He saw no harm in sending a remit to the conference, although he was certain it would be thrown out. “I do not wish to set myself up as a moralist,” observed Mr W. M. Martin, “ but I would be very sorry to see money raised for hospitals by means of lotteries. I consider immoral and utterly senseless way* to do the thing. It tends to destroy the sense of thrift in a country.” On toe motion being put it was lost on the voices. A Second Divorce Unusual circumstances were revealed in an undefended divorce petition heard before Mr Justice Callan in the Hamilton Supreme Court a few days ago, when Irvine Elston, theatre manager, of Hamilton, sought a dissolution of his marriage with Ellen Elston. The petitioner gave evidence that he and his wile were first married about 22 years ago. They separated two years later and were subsequently divorced. In March, 1927, they remarried, and three years later they separated. For the last six years they had not lived together. There was one child of the former marriage, and §he was now 21. In granting a decree nisi, his Honor said he had never come across a similar case before. Giant Sequoia Doomed Several instances of signs of loss of life in many of the larger trees in Rotorua have given rise to the opinion that the roots of these trees have now reached thermal ground, which is slowly causing them to die from the top. The latest instance is the giant sequoia outside the Tourist Department bureau, which has been a landmark of the town for many years and a source of curiosity and interest to tourists. Six months ago, when a yellowing of the top shoot was first noticed. It was hoped that the tree was not actually losing life, but since that time the extent of the dead shoot has slowly spread downward, and if the roots have come into contact with hot ground there appears to be no possibility of the life of the tree being saved. The tree was planted in 1887, and it has grown to a height of 91 feet, with a circumference of 22 feet Sh inches. Drug Allegation Denied A suggestion that confectionery supplied to young people at New Plymouth dances was adulterated with dangerous and noxious drugs after it was purchased from shops was denied by a well-known medical man. The allegation was made by Mr J, T. Griffin at the annual meeting of the Taranaki Justices of the Peace Association. “ I was startled to hear of the allegations.” said the medical man. "Such an obvious misrepresentation should not be allowed to go uncontradicted. It can be categorically denied that such practices are prevalent, for the simple reason that drugs cannot be procured because of the very stringent regulations governing the purchasing of dangerous drugs. Apart from the great difficulty of concealing and making palatable any drug, it is obvious that young people could not get a supply and would be too frightened to use them, nor could the effect on the individual be predicted. If objection to dances for young people rests on no sounder basis than the statement of Mr Griffin, it is time that associations such as the Justices of the Peace Association should cease to waste their time discussing such matters, which can only be a source of futile anxiety to those who have the welfare of the rising generation at heart.”

Missing a Holiday The many classes of workers whose week now comprises only five days will get no benefit from the statutory provision of Boxing Day as a general holiday, because Boxing Day this year falls on a Saturday, and although the two holidays clash there is no provision for the transference of the statutory holiday to another day. When statutory holidays occur on a Sunday they are generally observed on the following Monday, but this does not apply to Boxing Day this year, although many workers have the Saturday as a holiday regularly. Consequently, this year those workers whose awards provide for no work on Saturdays will lose that benefit during Christmas week. They will have Christmas Day on Friday and Boxing Day on Saturday. If, however, Boxing Day had been on a Sunday they would have had the Monday also.

A ribbon parade of breed dogs by members of the Otago Kennel Club and a physical culture display by girl nunils of Mr J. V. Hanna will be held Ky at St. Hilda’s Collegiate School grounds. Royal terrace. The faayor (the Rev. E. T. Cox> acknowledges with thanks £3 2s lud for the Mayor’s Relief Fund from H.M.S. Dunedin (half the profits of a danCe). « . , r. mjThe United Starr-Bowkett Building Society will dispose of £2600 by sale and ballot on December 3 In our report yesterday of the Supreme Court case concerning an attempt to transfer the lease of a Roxburgh hotel, it was stated that the goodwill amounted to £2OO. This figure should have been £7OO. The Students' Orchestral Club, under the conductorship of Mr J. A. Wallace, will give its seventh recital in Begg’s concert chamber on Thursday next. The main number to be presented will be Haydn’s C major symphony (“ Surprise ”). The soloists will be Miss

Dorothy Stuart (violin), Miss Alison Tyrie (contralto), and Mr John Pringle (baritone). . , The Railways Department advertises in this issue that another special tram at cheap excursion fares will be run from Invercargill, stopping at Balclutha, Stirling, and Milton, on Sunday November 29. returning the same arrangements and excursion fares in connection with the Forbury Park trotting meeting on November 26 and 28 are announced by the Railways Department in this issue. Train arrangements in connection with the Clutha Show on November 27 are announced by the Railways Department in this issue. . „ The Railways Department advertises in this issue particulars of the extension of the issue of week-end tickets to certain trains on Fridays. The Adelphi Players, under the direction of Miss Noeline Parker, are offering something enjoyable in the way of a break-up social, and can promise patrons a highly entertaining and jolly evening. There will be oneact plays, supper, and dancing as advertised in this issue A. Frank Anderson, dental surgeon Princes street, Dunedin, will visit Waipiata and Patearoa. Thursday, December 10: Ranfurly, Friday. December 11; Omakau and Oturehua. Monday December 14.—Advt Shop early this Xmas, and shop at Williamsons, the jewellers. The fine selection makes choosing easy, and prices will suit your nurse. Opposite the Savoy.—Advt C W. Sundstrum, dentist, Dunedin, will visit Omakau. Oturehua, Naseby, Ranfurly, Tuesday, December 8; Waipiata, Palmerston, and Waikouaiti Wednesday. December 9.—Advt. For Fishing Tackle of the best makes, tor Electrical Appliances of every description, tor Electrical Repairs Jobbing and Contracting, for Stella and Lekmek Radios go to Barth Electric. Ltd., 36 George street Inspection invited. -Advt The Mayor (Mr E. T. Cox) has received the sum of £264, Dunedin’s share of the “Lucky for Once” 4rt Union for the relief of distress. Eye Strain.—For eye comfort or better vision consult Sturmer and Watson, Ltd,, opticians. 2 Octagon, Dunedin.— Advt. A. E. J. Blakeley and W. E. Bagley, dentists, Bank of Australasia, corner of Bond and Rattray streets (next Telegraph Office). Telephone 12-359. Advt.