NEWS EPITOMISED

Southland Times, Issue 17609, 25 March 1914, Page 5

NEWS EPITOMISED

THIS MORNING’S ISSUE. The position In Ulster occupies the attention of the House of Commons and much acrimonious discussion has taken place. The officers who resigned have returned to their regiments under an agreement with the Government. There has been no outbreak in Ulster so far, though there is evident tension on both sides.

Wall ace town stock sale yesterday. rain In Gisborne district. Australian XI made five hundred and ten against Manawatu. More about the Social Democrats. Imperial officers in New Zealand resign their Home .commissions on account Of Ulster developments. Earthquake in Mastcrton. Wlnton Magistrate’s Court.

Hriver of Kxeter train committed for trial on a charge of manslaughter in Connection with recent disaster. Mr Massey in Christchurch. ETopf, the poisoner, executed.

Members are reminded that the annual mooting of the Southland Society of Professional Musicians takes place this morning, as advertised.

The annual collection in aid of the Napier hospital has produced up to the present four hundred and twenty-four Pounds ten shillings, with a number of outside contributions to come in.

The. Palmerston North Borough Council has decided to hold a poll on a proposal to raise a loan of £55,000 for the installation of a system of trams on the Sdiaon self-contained battery system.

At the AVallacetown rale yesterday the top price in the fat cattle market was obtained by Mr C. Mcßae, of “Brantia." Hokonui, for a pen of four choice bullocks, which were purchased by Messrs Ryan and Turpin at thirteen pounds per head. The sale was effected through the agency of Messrs Wright, Stephen«on and Co.. Ltd.

The Hibernian Band will give their third municipal concert from the rotunda to-morrow evening, when the following programme will be rendered:—March, “Always Beady": contest selection. “Nabucca”; waltz, "Poetry of Motion": selection. "Songs of Scotland": march, "Bold Britons": fantasia. "Joan of Arc"; march, "Marine Artillery."

Jn spite of the reports from the country regarding the results accruing from the $> sencc of rain it was stated to a Southland Times reporter yesterday that the country along either side of the Mataura river from Menzies Ferry to the sea was looking exceptionally well, and a traveller who bad just returned from that district said that the dairy stock appeared to be in excellent condition.

A motor cyclist who travelled to Tokonui via Dacrc. Edendale. Mataura Island and Fortrose in two and a half hours yesterday, reported that the roads were in as good condition as they have been for many years. There is in places a certain amount of dust deposit which will become mud after heavy rain, but in the meantime the journey may be. made in comparative comfort.

Willi the woo! season over work at the local stores has lost the briskness which was evident some few weeks back. The wool season kept hands busily employed for several weeks and the men arc now looking forward to steady employment when the grain season commences in earnest. So far not a great deal of ‘other grass seed or oats has been scut forward for storage. With the prices at present ruling for oats, farmers are not inclined to hurry on threshing operations, being content to await developments on the market.

There was a larger representation of the farming community at the Wallacetown sale yesterday than has been met with for some weeks past. This is explained by the fact that farmers have, until the last couple of weeks, been busy with harvesting operations. The prosperous condition of Southland’s sgricullura! areas was favourably commented upon by farmers yesterday and the record prospects of the present season have proved a matter for jubilation. There is no pessimistic note to be chronicle! at all so far as stock and grain growing matters arc concerned.

The indications at present are that interest will run fairly high in connection with the mayoral election, and already numbers of electors are making application to ascertain whether their names arc on the roll. As has been announced there are yet only two candidates named, Messrs W A. Ott and D. McFarlanc. and the supporters of each of them are apparently busying themselves with the preliminaries by urging electors to get their names on the roll.

The existing subsidy contract in connection with the San Francisco mail service will expire on March 31. but a renewal has not yet been arranged, although negotiations are in progress with that end in view. The Hon. 11. 11. Rhodes. 1 ’ostmaster-general. informed a reporter on Monday that the termination of th" existing contract would involve no interference with the service. A temporary arrangement lias been made under which it will be continued ns at present pending the completion of negotiations between the Government rind the T'nion Company. The matter is one

which concerns the I'apartment of Agriculture. Industries, and Commerce. as well as tlie Postal Department, and Mr Rhodes is now in correspondence with Mr Massey, who is Minister in control of the former department.

An Easter outing of unusua' attractiveness is being arranged hv the Railway Department for the convenience and benefit of Invercargill and other parts of the district. Queenstown is a great holiday resort at Easter time, and the regatta on Easter Saturday is an attraction to many people. The lake town is generally thronged with visitors and the visit to it is greatly appreciated as a sort of wind-up to the summer and to the holiday season. One difficulty about Queenstown is that it takes some time to got there and return, and this difficulty the railway department intends to remove this year. On Easier Saturday a speeial excursion train will be run in fast time to carry those who have only one day to spare for a visit to Queenstown The train will leave Invercargill at about quarter to eight in the morning, and passengers will reach Queenstown at a quarter to one. They will then have the whole of the afternoon for eniovment. The boat will leave Queenstown at six p.m.. connect with the special at Kingston, and Invercargill will he reached at 10.45 p.nt. The fine tain screw steamer Earnslaw will he set apart for the use of excursionists and everything possible will be done to ensure the comfort of travellers. t'n the trip up the lake luncheon and light refreshments will be available on the steamer to excursionists, and on the trip down dinner will be served to those who want it. ; ltd as usual light refreshments will be obtainable. This opportunity will be appreciated by many who cannot make it convenient to be away from home from Friday until Monday. The speeial excursion is in the nature of an experiment, and if the enterprise is well supported the excursion will probably become a regular Easter fixture.

Thr-e times during the last seventeen ••ears the Heme authorities have communicated witli the Government of New Zealand on the subject of what has. for a much longer period than that, been known as “the Spanish swindle.” It is so absurd and so redolent of blatant cheek that the wonder is that it survived for a day It lias, however, survived for over a quarter of a century, and still flourishes —a fact which is borne out by a communication recently received by the <'olonial Office from the British Embassy at Madrid, and sent on to the New Zealand Government by the last mail ■•Tliis fraud continues to be practised.” says the Ambassador of Madrid, “upon the unwary by a sans of ingenious swindlers established in Madrid and other Spanish towns. Assisted by accomplices In England, they single out their victims and extract money from them by means of a letter which is generally to the following effect —“A Spanish prisoner who is dying in a military prison desires to provide for his only daughter. Ho possesses a largo fortune secreted somewhere. and this is to he transferred to his correspondent if the bitter will maintain and educate I he child. Certain obligations, however, must first be discharged. and for this purpose one hundred pounds is to be forwarded in bank notes to a given address, where the prison ehanlain will receive the sum and escort the girl to England. The fortune will then be handed over.” The story is usually supported by forged documents and newspaper cuttings. Persons receiving such a letter should communicate with His Majesty’s Embassy.

Tenders fOr the supply and delivery of groceries- to the Government hostel and huts on the To Anau-Milford track will clbsj at Wellington on April 6. The buildings and yards at AVallacctown where the fortnightly sale is conducted have undergone a much needed improvement and alteration. The buildings have all been painted of late and additional cattle pens have been constructed at the western end of the yards. To negotiate the high cuttle pens on a windy day has proved a very risky proposition, and the strengthening up of top rails is an action welcomed by auctioneers and bidders alike. Mr A. R. Wills, conductor of the Incargill Hibernian Band.. has received the following letter from Sir Joseph Ward:—“l send you herewith a cup, suitably inscribed, as a recognition of the fine performance of the Hibernian Band in the recent competition at Auckland under your direction. I congratulate yon and the members of the band upon the well-merited success achieved." It may be mentioned that Sir Joseph is a patron of the band. The first meeting of the Shakesperian Society was held last evening. Air McGrath in tho chair. -There was a good attendance, and eight new members were elected. • The "Taming of the Shrew - ’ is being read by the Society, and promises to be the most suitable play yet undertaken. Those members who have read with the Society since its inception show evidence of very great Improvement in their interpretation of Shakespeare’s great works. The Dominion Band will render its third municipal concert from the rotunda on Friday evening next, commencing at S o’clock, the programme for which will be advertised in Friday’s paper. On Sunday afternoon, weather permitting, the bam! will give a grand sacred concert at AA’aihopai reserve. Thomson’s Bush, when a choice selection of sacred music will bo rendered, and at which a silver coin collection will be taken up.

There wits a big demand for the local rifle range on Saturday, and the vicing factions were a company of territorials, a company of senior cadets and members of a local rifle club. The cadets were firing at minature targets at twentyfive yards, and the territorials at tho standard targets at seven hundred yards and other ranges. The rifle club members who wished to use the two hundred yards range had accordingly to wait until the territorials had completed their firing. and the incident serves as a further argument for expedition in the making of the new range at Otatara. It is understood that there lias been considerable pressure on the old range of late, and riflemen express the hope that every effort will be made to haye the new range in order ts early as possible next year. The annual meeting of the United Literary and Debating Society was held in the T.M.C.A. rooms on Monday evening and was very well attended. The Ilcv. H. AV. Burridge, president, took the chair, and after some discussion it was decided to carry on the next session on the basis of last year. AA’ith the formation of the St. Paul's Society recently and the consequent dropping out of several members the United Society will in future be practical!;' formed from the Young Women’s and Young Men's Christian Associations. The election of officers resulted as follows—President. Mr H. J. Farrant; A’ice-presidents, Mr It. McGregor and Miss Wilson: recording secretary, Mr W. J. McCullough: corresponding secretary. Miss J. Garmson. After a discussion of plans and programme for the season the meeting broke up with a general feeling of satisfaction as to tho prospects for tho season which commences on April 20.

A man with a peculiar sense of practical jokes “died" in the Sydney Domain, opposite the Woolloomooloo police station. recently, but revived and ran when a policeman, attracted by a large and curious crowd came on the scene. The individual readied the spot he tiad chosen for his last resting-place, and stretched himself on* on his hack to die. Itis body convulsed, his face twitched, and with a sickly gasp he "died." . The cries of an eye-witness caused a crowd to assemble, and fully a hundred persons gathered round in a circle. The man's heart and pulse were felt. "Not a beat." said someone who appeared to know everything; “he is as dead as a doornail." Hats were mechanically lifted in reverence. "Better send for (he police." whispered a woman, in awe. However, when the man saw a guardian of the law approach tie revived suddenly and decamped, and although the eonstable gave chase lie could not ra.fch the "corpse.”

Mr 11. B. n i.otighlin. a member of the loenl branch of the Railway Department, who some time back invented an automatic gate for level crossings, has given another proof of the inventive faculty he possesses. His latest creation is an ingenious but simple contrivance which is intended to attract the notice of advertisers. The model shown to a Times reporter yesterday is in the shape of u small box in which is contained an electric battery. The face of th e box is of glass, and is similar to that used by ad-

vertisors on tnimears. and in other places. Across Lite centre is a place for striking matches, and the sera tching of a match across this surface rings a hell and an electric light also Hashes brilliantly inside the box. The result is. of course, that more notice is taken of the advertisement on the glass. The idea is a capital one. and Mr O'Eonghlin lias every reason to tie pleased with the result of his work.

Efforts Hint are hieing made to secure a reversal by the Pacific Cable Board of charges between the Fnitcd Kingdom and the dominions from 3s to 2s 8d a. word are being closely watched by the New Zealand authorities, says a Wellington telegram. It is felt here that the dominions is entitled to the reduction on account of the lower terminal charges as compared with Australia. Mr Rhodes. Postmaster-General, has stated that he had cabled to the High Commissioner urging him to do his best to prevent the motion approving of the reduction being rescinded. Mr Rhodes added that the Now Zealand Government had frequently urged the Board to make reductions, and he considered that instead of the late reductions being repealed there should he a further reduction. From their report members of the Dominions Trade Commission evidently took the same view, and looked upon the Pacific Cable Board as being too conservative. “Of course there is no competition." said Mr Rhodes, "but I feel certain that if the cable were in rjvate hands much more commercial enterprise would lie shown in its management. At present the cable stands unused during a considerable part of the day and altogether it is not nearly utilised

At the picnic of the Manawatu flaxmillers on Saturday two leaders of the Social-Democratic party referred to Labour’s rotations with existing: politcal parties. Mr Hickey had something: Interesting to say concerning; the attitude of La.bour to the Ward party. He declared that the Social Democratic Parly must for ever stand absolutely independent of any other existing political party, for how could the party ever support a party that would speak one way and vote another. Was it not a fact, he asked, that Sir Joseph Ward and Messrs Russell and Ell and others of the Liberal party, who were now so anxious for a Liberal-Labour alliance, talked during the debate against and all round the labour Disputes Bill? When a division was called, with the exception of one Maori member of the party, they had turned am! voted with the Massey party, and now Mr Russell claimed, or tried to claim, that this particular piece of legislaton had been proposed by Sir .1. G. Ward and stolen by Mr Massey. Then, again, the same party which sought the alliance of Labour, when the late struggle in New Zealand was taking place, had their chance of showing their position in Lyttelton and they did it by choosing as their candidate Mr J. B. Laurenson, who was vice-president of the Employers' Association, which was at the time bitterly fighting Labour throughout New Zealand. “No.” declared Mr Hickey, "this unholy alliance can never take place. Labour must stand alone and distinct f rom all other parties, because it is out for the complete abolition of th» others, together with exploitation, for all time," Mr Mills, organiser said that one thing that must be impressed upon them was the relation that the Social Democratic party would have to the next election. It was for them to put Mr Massey out. They might, however. just as well vote for Mr Massey as for the Liberals, who had voted with Mr Massey in the last Parliament during the. strike. Mr Massey was no more the enemy of the working class than the Liberals were, and he had done no more than the Liberals would have done had they been in power.

Speaking to a number of farmers at the poultry market at Christchurch, .Mr J. B. Menctt gave some interesting:' figures- as to the value of UteSpouitey Industry lu-tne dominion and especially in Canterbury. According to the last census there liAd been in five years an increase of lialf a million head of poul-, try,'which laid 19,388,971 dozens of, eggs' annually, valued to producers at £969,448. The tabic poultry was valued at £300,066, making In all a total of £1,269,514. Tho export of poultry and eggs by means of overseas shipping, and the Vancouver trade from Canterbury showed the possibilities of the poultry Industry to farmers.. During 1913, which, owing to the strike and scare, affected the dominion exports considerably, there were exported 22,893 head of poultry and 28.89!; dozens of eggs, representing in value £5003 for poultry producers in Oan-erbury. "These figures, added to local consumption of eggs and poultry," said Mr Mcrreit. "show what an expansive trade the poultry business will yet become "

Mr AV. Hutchison, formerly a New Zealand pressman, now on a Johannep burg Sunday paper, had an interesting comment to make on South African affairs when interviewed, in Christchurch. "T think it is a mistake," teas Mr Hutchison’s comment on th e# deportees’ statement that the Transvaal was not more British than before the war. •‘Botha is just as much an Imperialist as ’Dr. Jim’ or any others. Hertzog. a very strong man. had been put nut of the Ministry on account df his anti - Imperial expressions. With him it was South Africa first, and the Empire a bad second. To the present Government, led by Botha, there was no serious objection, and in passing tho Indemnity Bill it had been supported by the so-called British party, formerly led by' Dr. Jameson, and now by Sir Thomas Smart. Mr Hutchison gave a guarded opinion regarding the deportations. Ho said that there had been a feeling of rolief that a lot of agitators had been got out of the country, and a hope that it would lead to industrial peace. At the same time, the English section was generally against the methods by which the alienation was procured. Nevertheless the Unionists, led by Sir Thomas Smart, had hacked up-the Government in its handling of tho strike.

The easing of tho money market has caused an enquiry for suburban lands. During tlic past few weeks numerous successful sales have taken place, and the- Trustees of the Rosedale estate are taking advantage of offering a further lot of building allotments in blocks 5, I. and 5. these sections arc all high and dry, assuring buyers of excellent drainage, and what is more, are within a stone throw of tho tram. Previous sales of Rosedale estate have turned out well for vendor and buyer, and the 8 Trustees have every confidence jn offering them to the public. Tho sale will be absolutely without reserve, and will bo conducted by Messrs Colin Macdonald. Ltd., in the Victoria Hall on AA’edncsday. April J. x

Do not fail to see great show of Paisley and other neckwear at Undrill’s, opp. Post Office. x

Thomson and Beattie, Ltd., have now opened all their winter suitings in Cheviots. worsteds, tweeds, Belwarps, etc., in all tho leading colours, Greys. Browns, Heather effects, Navy and Blacks. If you want a smart well-tailored suit, call at the Exhibition, where you are guaranteed satisfaction in every rdhpect at a reasonable price. x

It sounds like taking coal to Newcastle to be told that any medicinal preparation manufactured in Invercargill should be sent all the way to England. Nevertheless, such is the case, for Mr K. Somerville’s deservedly famous Perfect Corn Cure is not only living sold all over New Zealand, hut is actually being sent to England as well, where this invaluable preparation is tiecoming popular. Kommervillc',; Perfect (lorn Cure can always be had direct from Mr R. Sommerville, chemist and eyesight specialist. Dee street, Invercargill. x

See Window Display of special New Mufflers and 3s 6d Shirts.—The Economic Outfitters, 60 Dee street. x

A few years ago leggings were wholly a feature of rural attire, but owing to the growth of motoring and other causes, leggings are now very generally worn, and the demand has a general source. To meet the demand the supply has grown enormously and the variety of styles and makes now available is surprising. Messrs Ritchie and Co., saddlers. Dee street have a very heavy range, and as they arc large buyers their prices are comparatively low. When buying leggings you want somt thing that will retain its shape and appearance. Yon will wear it longer; you will gel more satisfaction from its use Don’t fall to see Ritchies stock before buying. x London and Paris advices comment strongly on the advance made in tailormade Costumes for the present season. Never in the history of these favourite garments were they so adaptable as for the present mode. The Manny Coat, the Spilt or Buttoned Skirt provide a dre=s suitable for the season and at the same time giving an authentic interpretation of the demand of Dame Fashion. Naturally Fit and Correct Style are tnc foremost points to he considered and to obtain this an experienced cutter is required. Price am! Bulleid make a specialty of Ladies’ Tailor Mades and their success has been phenomenal. They are now booking orders for iho Easter season and advise an early application as the rush has now commenced. P. and B. are showing a handsome set of Suitings for Ladies in beautiful colours, blendings and plain shades. x A SWIFT PROPOSITION. During the next few days an opportunity will be given to purchase the Royal Club Swift Cycles at prices much lower than these machines have ever been offered at before. The ladies’ model is the finest bicycle in the world, unequalled for ease of running, beauty of finish, and luxury of equipment has been reduced from £ls to £l2 10s. This reduced price continue in force only uatil the end of the present month, and as rLe stock of ladies models is being rapidly depleted it is advisable to purchase without delay. This bicycle is so ouilt that is allows the rider to assume a position both graceful and comfortable; violent exertion is unnecessary, even when pedalling against a strong breeze. The Swift is par excellence the fashinonable wheel being the favourite bicycle of the peerage and aristocracy in Britain and on the Continent. Exceptionally easy terms may be arranged, good allowances on second hand bicyles. Call and see the latest models of ladies’ or gents’ Swifts. Gcdwards Bike Shop, Don street, agent for Swifts, Rovers and B.SJL x TAKE NO OTHER. •Vor nine years I suffered with a liver disorder and tried numerous medicines, obtaining very little relief," writes Miss Esther J. Coles, Major’s Creek, N.S.W. "After taking Chamberlain’s Tablets regularly for a fortnight I found I was greatly benefited, ‘and am now completely restored to health. My father, who is 79, is an invalid and is troubled with constipation, but has obtained the greatert benefit from Chamberlain’s Tablets. Rather than use any other medicine we ha" e often sent into BraJdwood, that is 20 miles away, for Chamberlain’s Tablet- Sold everywhere. Time flies, especially before the train goes. Make the most of it by preparing "Camp" Coffee. Quickly made. Add boiling water, sugar and cream, and your coffee is ready SYNOPSIS NEW ADVERTISEMENTS. On Pago I. Wanted —Bandsmen. • For Sale—Triumph motor cycle. For Sale —Roof trusses and stairs. Tenders wanted for painting and paperhanging at Woodlands. Tenders wanted for supplies to Tc Anau-Milford huts. Education Board advertise- various vacancies. On Pago 2. Winter specialities from H. and .1. Smith. On Pago 6"The Arcadians” in Theatre to-night. Lyceum Pictures to-night at 8. Fullers’ Pictures to-night at 8. Skating Rink opening postponed. Annual meeting of Southland Ladies’ Hockey Association on April 8. ; On Pago B. Wm. Todd and Co.’s weekly furniture sale on Thursday. Win ton horse sale on Friday next. Wright, Stephenson and Co.— Entries for Saturday’s horse sale. Preliminary notice of clearing sale at “Westwood," Woodlands.