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Southland Times, Issue 19519, 19 May 1922, Page 4

A New Plymouth Press Association telegram states that the executive committee has decided that the band contest will commence on Wednesday, February 26, 1923. Owing to supplies failing to come to hand local tobacconists are short of the tissues used in the making of cigarettes, and they are now rationing their customers accordingly. An Auckland Press Association telegram says news from Vila, New Hebrides, states that a hurricane swept the group three months ago and destroyed the Melanesian Mission station at Opea Island, north of the Hebrides. Anxiety is felt for the safety of several school buildings on other islands, particularly in the same region as Opea. A trip to Lake Tekapo by M.’s.P. representing the northern, portion of Canterbury has been arranged by the Canterbury Progress League. The party it is expected, will arrive at Timaru on May 24, and visit Tekapo the next day to glean information on the spot of the hydro-electric possibilities from that source. A remit on. the subject of the teaching of sex hygiene in primary schools, carried at last year’s conference, was reaffirmed at this week’s meeting of the Women Teachers’ Conference. Mr J. Caughley, Director of Education, who was present, stated that he and Dr Wilkins had drawn up a pamphlet for distribution among parents. “A year or two ago it was thought that £250,000 a year was a big order in telephone and telegraph extension work,” said the Postmaster-General (the Hon. J. G. Coates) at Eketahuna. “In 1921 we spent over £500,000, and this year just on £600,000. We have got into the habit of spending a great deal” The Wanganui Harbour Board's dredge Kaione (sand-eater) was found to be too large for successful working on the river, and, according to a critic, is more likely to be eaten by sand if she remains idle much longer. At present a bucket-dredge is being used at Wanganui, and it has been suggested that Kaione act as tender to her. “.a note of warning ought to be struck as to excessive borrowing, as we cannot blind our eyes to the fact that we cannot reduce taxation if go on borrowing,” remarked the chairman of the Interprovincial Farmers’ Conference at Wanganui. “I do not say that under certain circumstances leaning on the money-lender is wrong, but we are fast approaching the time in this country when it will be ab solutely necessary to taper off borrowing.” Judicial advice regarding his plea was sought by a prisoner who was brought before Mr Justice Herdman at the Auckland Supreme Court on a charge of having stolen a handbag and contents (states the New Zealand Herald). Accused, who was already serving a sentence for theft, was not represented by counsel, and stated in answer to the indictment, that he did not know what to plead. Addressing the Judge, accused said: “I am not sure whether to plead guilty or not. I don’t know what to do for the best.” “You must know whether you are guilty or not,” replied his Honour. "If you are not guilty you should not plead guilty.” "I may as well plead guilty,. in the circumstances,” said the accused. “My word won’t be taken anyway.” He was retor gentenca.

The champion factory for the year under the South Island Dairy Association was Omimi, managed by Mr W. J. Muir, with a grade of 93.099, while Waianiwa filled second place, Mr F. Milne’s grading joints being 92.811. Recently a Wanganui settler had 80 applicants for a position as married couple, while another who advertised for an elderly man at £1 a week had 20 applications, the majority being young men, and some of them married. Huge Iqgs of dry rata, 6 feet in diameter and 20 feet in length, are being cut into 3x3 inch arms for hydro-electric wiring at Dannevirke. The industry is so extensive that it will have an immediate effect upon the firewood supply. One far-seeing farmer has taken a contract for the supply of a million feet heart of rata at a good price. Here are the views of Mr F. K. Hunt, S.M., on the subject of wifely duties (says the Post). “It’s a wife’s duty to grill her husband’s chop and make his bed and look after him generally. It’s not her duty to go and live with her mother and expect her husband to pay her maintenance. When a woman marries she assumes certain responsibilities, just as a man does, and this Court is not going to encourage her to forget them.” A motor-car which was sold by auction in Timaru recently, is to form the subject of a Supreme Court action. It appears that although the person on whose account the car was sold made a written declaration that it was his unencumbered property, this subsequently turned out to, be false. The man disappeared immediately after the sale and the real owner of the car (a resident of Christchurch) is now demanding its return from the person who bought it at auction and paid for it. The policy of the Education Department in regard to teachers’ residences was explained by the Minister in an interview with an Auckland school committee last week. It was suggested that a house on a site that was desired as a new playground might be utilised as a teacher’s residence, but Mr Parr said the department did not favour the provision of more residences for teachers. There were at present, he said, no fewer than 160 teachers’ residences empty in various parts of the Dominion The/ question of the distribution of the money raised on Poppy Day was discussed at length by the Wellington District Conference of the Returned Soldiers’ Association, held at Palmerston North. It was resolved that the whole of the money available for the Wellington district should be handed to the district secretary at Palmerston North, where a committee set up at the conference, will allocate the funds, according to the amount of unemployment prevailing in the various districts which make application.

A personal examination of the conditions of the berthing of oversea vessels at the Auckland wharves was made by the Minister of Health, the Hon. C. J. Parr, on Saturday evening, states the Herald. When questioned on the subject the Minister said his inspection had satisfied him that the regulations framed to prevent rats from getting ashore were not being carried out in some instances. He was remaining in Auckland until Monday evening, he said, in order to look further into the matter. Such is the desire on the part of some to attend the community “sings” in Wellington, that they are taking their luncheon with them and eat it during the time occupied in waiting for the proceedings to commence (says the Dominion). There is not any serious harm in people taking eatables with them, but when it is mentioned that seven sack-loads of rubbish had to be removed from the Grand Opera House after the last “sing” It will be at once apparent that a nuisance is being created which the committee never contemplated. A Sydney Press Association cable states that Mr F. A. McKenzie, president of the Pastures Protection Board, at the annual convention, said the industry was favoured by a good average season. The little anxiety which existed was dispelled by the March rainfall, though prospects in the west and north-west were not bright. The depression in the meat market reflected in the cattle market, brought down the value of stud stock and ail classes of breeding animals. A ray of sunshine permeated the wool sales, merinos and crossbreds being in excellent demand. Brighter prospects could be looked for when the BA.W.R.A. accumulations disappear. A well-known Napier tailoring firm recently the following letter from a Maori client:—“l have received a parcel from you with my riding breeches in it, which I ordered you. Thanking you very much, for it has got in safely to me. The breeches fit me well, and I likes it., too. My friends talk to me that it was very good, they likes it. And. I think I must always order a riding breeches for myself there. I think also riding suit and sack suite too. There was a letter in the parcel and I read, it well. Excuse me I was sick in time, so I didn’t answer it so quickly. I wonder if you can manage to send me some samples of all suits. Riding suits, a coat, waitcoat, and riding breeches, or whatever you may call it. Forget-me-not.”

Some years ago shipments of mandarins from Fiji came to New Zealand regularly, but for some seasons past Island fruit has been restricted to oranges and bananas, and occasional consignments of tomatoes (says the Dominion). This month, however, a consignment of mandarins came to an Auckland agent. A portion was forwarded to Wellington, and at Monday’s sales realised 18/3 per (361 b case. The Fiji mandarin, which is imported green, but colours nicely when taken out of the cooler, is larger and firmer fruit than that imported from Australia, and if regular consignments could be secured should be welcome in New Zealand at this time of the year. American oranges are fetching 40/- and lemons 42/6 per case, and importers say that even at such prices there is a very small margin of profit, if any. At a sitting of the Invercargill Magistrate’s Court yesterday Mr G. Crmckshank, S.M., gave judgment by default for plaintiff in the following cases :—George Lawrence v. Malcolm Mclntyre for £6, costs £2 1/6 ; J. G. Macdonald v. A. W. Simpson for £l212/-, costs £2 17/- ; Linton- and Wairio Coal Depots, Ltd. v. Stephen Glasson for £2 1/9, costs 18/6 ; Mathesons, Ltd., v.H. W. Marsh for £2l 12/-, costs £1 12/- ; Thomas K. Foley v. George Petterson for 10/-, costs 10/- ; J. Fraser and Co., Ltd. v. Joseph Marshall for £27 15/-, costs £311/- ; Carrol and Thompson v. Alfred James Ball for £1 7/-, costs 8/- ; Alfred E. Smith v. Malcolm McDonald for £8 8/-, costa £l- - ; J. E. Watson and Co., Ltd. v. Wm. Haywood for £.19 15/2, costs £1 9/- ; W. H. Dommett v. John Patrick Leonard for £lO 17/6, costs £3 5/- ; Mrs H. E. Ramsay v. A. Swain for £8 3/7, costs £2 2/6 ; Stevenson Bros. v. T. Tyne for £lO 13/6, costs £1 4/-.

Mr Leo Du Chateau, representing the Sistine Choir in New Zealand, has received the following cablegram from his principals in Australia: “Due to the retirement of Monsignor Perosi, the late composer maestro of the Sistine Choir ar the Vatican, Rome, recorded in recent Press cablegrams, the Australian season of the Sistine Choir has to be curtailed and the New Zealand tour abandoned as Monsignor Rella, Perosi’s deputy, has been recalled to the Vatican. This announcement has caused considerable disappointment and regret throughout Australia, but in order to give the New Zealand public an opportunity of hearing this famous choir negotiations are proceeding with Rome for the retention of most of the choir under the conductorahip of Bella’s deputy, Maestro Emelia Casolari, to complete the tour of Australia and New Zealand later in the year. Please convey our profound and respectful regret and appreciation to Archbishop Redwood, the Press, and the many ladies and gentlemen who so kindly volunteered their perseaal help and interest”

At the annual meeting at the Port Craig school about 20 householders were present and Mr Thomas Scannell presided The roll number for the school is 25 and the average attendance for the year was 25.2. The anual statement showed a credit balance of £2l Is. The following were elected a committe for the ensuing year: Messrs T. Scannel (chairman), T. West, (secretary), G. Wilson, J. Carroll, and R. Sutton. In Victoria an applicant for a pension in respect of his children, for which, owing to war disabilities, he was unable to provide adequately, was required, in accordance with the customs of the Department, to produce his marriage certificate. The correspondents dilemma is best told in his own world:—“Dear Sir,” he wrote, “I am unfortunately unable to forward my marriage certificate, which I gave to my wife, who is now dead and mislaid.” A local resident met with a strange experience a day or two ago. While walking along the street enjoying the companionship of a newly purchased pipe he was startled to see a sudden spurt of flame leap into the air, carrying with it a small piece of the bowl of the pipe Passers-by, whose attention was attracted by the spurt of flame, were at a loss to account for the unusual display of fire-works, but a flaw in the bowl of the pipe had apparently been filled up with some highly inflammable composition. A difference between the old and the new systems of instructing “tiny tote” was remarked upon by the Minister of Education at the opening of the new infant school at Henderson last week. In the old days; as he well remembered, said Mr Parr, the infants were required to sit stiff and rigid. This strict discipline, so contrary to the nature of the little scholars was being replaced by the principles of the Montessori system. This system, he added, aimed at developing the mind of the young child in the most natural manner and the result was that while he was apparently playing he was really learning.

A Press Association cable appeared on May 16 in which it wa< stated that the Russian famine crisis waa over. For confirmation or otherwise of this statement (says a Christchurch Press Association telegram), Mr W. H. Rose, chairman of the Save the Children Fund sent the following iablegram to the London Committee: “A London Press Association telegram announces that Russian crisis is over. Reply immediately.” To-day he received a reply from Lord Weardale which reads: “Statement absolutely uatrua. Sir Benjamin Robertson says famine conditions must remain until harvest gathered. Even if harvest successful considerable distress will still remain. If harvest a failure present position will still obtain. Famine conditions spreading in Russia. All other statements, however circumstantial, pure fabrication. We are feeding 300,000 children. Beg you do your utmost to keep kitchens going.” The annual meeting of the Invercargill Railway Library was held on Wednesday. Owing to the special efforts put forward by the committee the Institution enjoyed a record year in all respects. The membership increased by 35 and the finances were £79 3s 3<l better than the previous year. The number of books purchased during the year was 490. The following officers were Elected for the ensuing year:—President Mr W. R. B. Beggs, jchairman of committee, Mr M. Miller; Hom Secretary, Mr E. D. Orr; hon. treasurer, Mr J. F. Black Committee: Messrs Littlejohn, Harvey, Patterson, Curie, Smith, Cook, Brosnan, Chapman, Clark, McDermott, Philpott, P. R. Miller and Barron; collectors: Messrs Porter, Black and Sherriffs; auditors: Messrs Newman and Martin; social committee: Messrs, Black, Littlejohn, Harvey, Philpott, Sherriffs, Cook, Smith, Howden, Parmenter, Richards and McDermott; trustees: Messrs Shardlow, Curie and Cooper; book selectors:—Messrs W. P. and J. B. Black and the secretary. Librarian and caretaker: Mr R. Porter. Watch Saturday’s Paper: Huge preparations have ben made for a Big Week at SMITHS’.—(Advt.)

How to become a successful Tennis player —Keep in practice throughout the Winter with Ping-Pong—it keeps the eye in and the body fit. WESNEYS have just opened out a fine assortmen tof English Ping Pong Sets at 8/6, 12/6, 14/6, 15/6 and 27/6; also English Tournament Ping Pong Balls at 6d each only at WESNEYS’, Dee street—(Advt.) Direct from the famous Corset firm of Warner Bros., THOMSON & BEATTIE, LTD., have received a shipment of the latest Front-lacing Corsets,’ in two styles, one suitable for slender figures and one suitable for medium heavy figures. Another novelty in the Corset line is the Elastic Girdle Corset, a boon to women with medium figures—once worn, always worn. Guaranteed wear. Sizes range from 22in to 26in. Price, 24/6 per pair.— (Advt.) “Not an ache or pain left, although practically useless before.” Booklet free to sufferers. DOMINION RHEUMATIC CURE PTY., Hellaby’s Bldgs., Auckland.— (Advt.) Doctor's prescriptions! when a doctor writes a prescription he bases his calculations on the effect obtained by the un of standard drugs, usually known as 8.P., meaning “of the strength mentioned in the British Pharmacopoeia.” In the dispensary of G. H. Brown, chemist, only English drugs are used for dispensing doctors’ prescriptions, as English drugs are the standard of purity and strength. By taking your doctor’s prescription to G. H. Brown, chemist (late Neils Dispensary), you are sure of having it dispensed with the purest English drugs.—Advt. For Quality and Variety at Lowest Cash Prices, Mothers are recommended to shop at The Economic, Ladies’ and Children’s Outfitters. 60 Dee Street.—Advt. A GLUTTED MARKET—Big Purchases for Cash. Extensive stocks have now ar rived—over 300 cases and bales of beautiful goods are on sale at prices far below wholesale rates. This is a big money-saving opportunity—2o pieces Navy Flannel, bar gain price 1/6 yard; 200 pieces White Calico, 36in wide, and pure, valued at 1/9, special bargain price 1/-; 200 pieces White and Striped Flannelette, good qual ity, bargain price 1/- yard; 75 pieces Herringbone Sheeting, unbleached, for double beds, worth 4/11, 5/6, Sale price 2/11; single beds, 2/6. Towels and Damasks at half prices. All Wool Colonial Blankets, full size and weight, superior quality, at 29/6 pair. See Dress Department for big window full of Serges; 56in wide; all wool, were 19/6, for 8/11; Crepe de Chines in all shades at 10/6. Double-width Crepes, 40in wide, all shades, including white, were 4/11, Bale price 2/11 yard; 10 pieces Tweed, 56in wide, were 15/6; now 3/11 yard. Many other exceptional bargains now offering at IL & J. SMITH, LTD., Progressive Drapers, Tay street, Invercargill, ami Main street, Core.—(Advt.)

McNeil and Clark continue to sell clothing cheap. Piles of men’s strong tweed and fine worsted trousers, saddle tweed, buckskin and denims at real cut prices. Boys’ and youth's superior tweed suite cheaper than for years. Boys’ overcoats and odd shorts just at your own price. Dark rugs and camp blankets at astonishing low rates, so come right along to McNeil and Clark, 94 Dee Street.— (advt.)

That’s true. Pandora in her wonderful box, had nothing so nice as the far-famed Rava Tea—an excellent beverage 2/6 per lb., 5 lb box reduced 3d per lb at Baxter’s. (advt.)

Hurrah! The Cooties are here! The Cooties are here! The gayest little Hack fellows imaginable, expert tumblers and as slippery as eels. The “Cooties” is the latest puzale game and the puzale is to capture the Cooties and gaol them securely. The fun is great. Price 1/6 each, Posted la 9dL Obtainable at Hyndman’s. Dee street.

Our Courts are sometimes very kind to offenders (says the Auckland Star). A young man was, on Friday, convicted at the Police Court of the theft of a wallet containing £5 10s. He was placed on probation for twelve months. A condition of his release was that he should make restitution of the £5 10b within six months, and on this understanding he was allowed to retain for his present use the sum of 30a,: the money that was found in his posseasion when he was arrested, and which waa the unspent balance of the proceeds of his robbery! “January is not the right season for shooting the godwit,” said Mr C. A. Whitney at the annual meeting of the Auckland Acclimatisation Society. He explained that the godwit arrived from Siberia about that time, and had not property set tied down in its feeding ground. It was in poor condition, and was not worth eating. The birds were very tired after their long flight, and about eighty could be knocked over in one shot. He suggested that the season should commence on February Ist instead of January 1, and moved a recommendation to the Council of the Society to that effect. After discussion the motion was carried. There is no worse nuisance to a housewife, than not being able to get her clothes dry, on account of wet damp weather such as we are having now. This can be overcome by purchasing from Vernon Smith end Co. a Kitchen Drying Rod with pulleys and cords all complete for 7/9, next P.O, Invercargill.—(Advt.) “Thought is parent of the deed.”—Carlyle Always be forearmed against the risk of colds and coughs by Keeping Baxter’s Lung Preserver handy. A dose in time saves trouble—nips incipient maladies in the bud. “Baxter’s” is a time-proved remedy for all lung and bronchial complaints. Ensures prompt and gratifying relief. Also efficacious re-building tonic. 2s 6d large bottle at chemists and stores. Any cause worthy of public support generally meets with a ready response; there fore it is a foregone conclusion that H. <k J. SMITHS' 10 per cent, week from May 22 to 27, inclusive, will meet with liberal patronage. Both the Gladstone and Cameron Homes are in financial straits—funds are urgently needed, and with commendable generosity H. & J. SMITHS came to the rescue and offered to give 10 per cent, of, a week’s turnover to the institutiona. Fos*’ some weeks past the firm’s large staff have been busy making preparations for the great occasion. Not only will the public have the privilege of helping a most deserving cause-Mhey will also have the opportunity of securing genuine bargains. The extensive stocks must be cleared to make way for the alterations in the new premisec; everything is being sacrificed regardless of cost. Never before have the Progressive Stores offered such values. Remember the Sale commences May 22, and everything you purchase is going to help the orphans of the Cameron and Gladstone Homes.— (Advt.)

MEN —For Gloves and Hosiery you should inspect the showing at Undrill's, Opp. P.O, Dee Street.—Advt.