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Southland Times, Issue 19276, 21 June 1924, Page 4

A change from the usual order adopted by proud parents in notifying relations of a “new arrival” was adopted in a telegraphic message to a well-known Wellington Rugby official. From his -brother he received the following telegram: “Is it too late to nominate full-back for the All Blacks?”

A Press Association telegram from Taihape states that John Gilliand, a roadman, single, about 30 years of age, is missing at Moawhango, near Taihape. It is believed that he has been drowned in the Moawhango river, which is in high flood. Search parties have been engaged, but so far without success.

At the Magistrate’s Court yesterday afternoon, Alfred Robert Campbell (Mr Hewat) claimed from Michael Welsh (Mr Tait) the sum of £3l 5/- as damages alleged to have been sustained by the non-delivery of 10 steers and one bull, sold by the defendant to the plaintiff on March 23 for £7B 19/6. After hearing the evidence the Magistrate said that he was satisfied that the plaintiff must succeed, but adjourned the case in order to assess the damages.

The Secretary of the Southland Power Board has received a letter from the Mataura Branch of the New Zealand Farmers’ Union, enclosing the following motion which it resolved to send: “That in view of the approaching dairying season, this branch strongly urges the Power Board to push on the work where power is required for milking purposes in the more thicklypopulated areas, instead of the other areas where much less power will be required.”

The monthly meeting of Bluff Court Southern Star was held in the Athenaeum Hall on Wednesday evening, C.R. Bro. H. M. Joss presiding over a fair attendance of members. Bros. A. J. Silvester, A. Brown and C. M. King were appointed delegates to confer with representatives from the two other local Friendly Societies re combined social gathering. It was decided to apply for space for the Court’s use in the Official Handbook of the United Otago District shortly to be issued. The Social Committee reported that the annual social on June 3 proved a decided success.

In a recent letter to the Minister of Public Works the Southland League wrote suggesting that the Appropriations Act of 1916, with regard to the annual Government subsidy paid to County Councils on rates collected, be amended to .provide for 5/- in the £1 being paid in lieu of the present maximum grant of £2500. The Minister hits replied that he will give the proposal contained in the letter careful consideration.

The New Zealand Free Lance has ’ust published a special illustrated supplement descriptive of Southland, its industries and resources, its scenic beauties and pleasure resorts, and its leading public men and business firms. It- forms the best and most attractive advertisement Southland has ever received in the North Island. The supplement runs to 32 pages, embellished with many good pictures, and covers the whole field of farming and commercial life in Southland in a graphic manner. The ; jreat development of,which the province is capable is stressed, and the letterpress and photos convey a very comprehensive and excellent picture of our district as it is to-day.

A jury at the Supreme Court in Auckland had a good deal of difficulty the other day in choosing a foreman, and were longer than usual in coming to a decision. At last the youngest-looking man of the 12 men was chosen (says the Auckland Star), and one old-timer sitting on one of the back benches of the Court observed that it was just a sign of the times. There was no place for the older men now. Young men wanted all the functions usually filled before the war by elderly men, but this was the day of the young man. “Look at the lawyers at the table also, not one of them is a good old-timer; they are all youthful men,” he said.

A large quantity of jewellery constituted the haul made by burglars who entered the premises of T. Sternberg, a secondhand dealer in Manners Street, reports a Wellington Press Association wire. A jemmy appears to have been the instrument used to force an entrance through the back door, and the intruders lost no time in collecting as much jewellery as could be conveniently carried in an attache case of which they took possession. Valuable rings and watches quickly changed hands and the burglars decamped undetected. It is understood that the value of the missing property is approximately £lBO. Burglars also stole about £l5O worth of men’s wearing apparel from the rooms of G. T. Nation, merchant service outfitter of Featherston Street, one evening this week.

“It is no use shutting your eyes to the fact that if the moratorium is lifted it will affect a considerable number of farmers, even in your own flourishing province,” said the Dominion Organiser (Mr T. Buxton), at the Farmers’ Unon Conference when the question was under consideration last evening. “During my visit to Southland I have spoken to several farmers who will be seriously affected if they are forceci to find the necessary money to repay their ovedue mortgages, and those about to expire. In some cases the owners have several thousands of pounds sunk into their farms, and if they are compelled to repay the mortgages immediately they will be compelled to walk off their farms without a single penny.”

Allegations that the methods employed by the Southland Electric Power Board in the prosecution of the scheme were wasteful and extravagant were expressed by several speakers at the annual Provincial Conference of the Farmers’ Union held yesterday. The main point of contention was that many of the lines being erected were along roads where there was not a possible chance of revenue being received, and that the Board’s officers were not thoroughly acquainted with the district through which the reticulation was being carried out. The wanton waste of material was also severely commented on, and it was contended that as a result of this alleged lack of supervision the ratepayers were being unduly penalised in the matter of expenditure, for which they would eventually be ratal in order to make up the deficit to be faced in the early years of the scheme.

In the course of his remarks at the annual meeting of the Bank of New Zealand yesterday, Mr William Watson, the Acting-Chairman, said: “The Advances to Settlers Department of the Government has lent an exceedingly large amount during the year, the figures for 1924 (£6,205,686) being £3,804,668 in excess of those for the previous year. There are many complaints that, in individual cases, the Department is not lending a reasonable amount. From what we know of the activities of the Department, it seems to us that only an adequate margin of safety is being insisted on. Apparently quite a large number of borrowers fail to recognise that land should be valued on the basis of what it can produce, and that a mortgagee’s estimate of value is invariably and properly less than that of a vendor. Underclothing at gift prices! Thomson and Beattie, Ltd., offer special lines in all Departments prior to stocktaking. Superior all cotton Ribbed Cami-Spencers, British make, full size, to go at 2/6 each. A special line of heavy cotton Chemise Vests with short, sleeves, were 3/11, are being quit at 2/11. Fine all-wool Bloomers in grey only, are specially good buying at 4/11 pair. (Advt.) Having had thirty years’ experience in the buying and selling of Diamonds, we are in a position to offer you the best value in Invercargill. All gems sold by us are without blemish, of fine brilliancy and latest style cutting. Our stock of gem rings are well worth inspection. T. M. Rankin, Watchmaker, Jeweller and Optician, Tay street. (Advt.) FOOTBALL CLUB COACHES Sam Abrims, the popular Petone Coach, endorses “Dorrie” Leslie’s high opinion of Q tol for abrasions, and Fluenzol for the Uwwfc— ,

A Maori tribute to the Southland League: “I think the Southland League has done more good for Southland than any body yet,” said a speaker at the meeting of Maoris at Bluff on Thursday evening.

Between three and four o’clock on Wednesday afternoon a tramcar became derailed while rounding the Ettrick Street curve on the Georgetown line, where alterations to the track were being carried out. The rear wheels became embedded in the roadway, and the work of jacking them on to the rails again was rendered more difficult by the heavy traffic at the time. Despite handicaps the work was completed in a short time, and the car eventually was sent on its way. Traffic on th® Georgetown end of the line was held up for some time.

In conversation with a Southland Time® reporter, a well-known farmer made the suggestion that the proposed Red Poll Stud Herd be located at Lorne Farm. He said that he understood the management of this institution had recommended the culling of some of the old animals in the herd, in which case he thought it would be an excellent thing if the Red Poll Stud Herd were established at the Farm, which with the facilities available would be just the place for it. It would be more central than Winton, and the procedure that h® suggested had been adopted in the North in respect to other Government institution®

The weekly meeting of the Bluff W.EA. Literature Class will be held at the Bandroom, this (Saturday) evening, when Mr T. R. Fleming, M.A., Chief Inspector of Schools, Otago, will lecture on Tennyson’® “In Memoriam.” Those interested are i«vited .to attend. (Advt.)

To-day, at Wicks’ Introduction SaleTea Towels, ready hemmed, 1/-; Large Towels 1/6; Dark Grey Flannel 1/9 yard. (Advt.)

To the many readers of that beautiful little book entitled “The Doctor,” it will be welcome news to learn that a new book by the same author is to hand, entitled

“Helen Rose and the Children,” at a price within the reach of all, namely, 1/6 or 1/8 posted. Stocked at the Bible and Book Society, corner of Dee and Esk street®, Invercargill. (Advt.)

To-day, at Wicks’ Sale—Towelling Bjd; Table Damask 2/6; Italian Cloth 2/6; All Wool Hose 2/3; Gloves 1/11. (Advt.)

Nice beverage! There is no tea on the market that sings iore merrily the song of the sunbeam, than Baxter’s Choice Rava Tea. Pure, fragrant, rich liquor 2/8 per lb. 51b 12/6; lOlbs for 25/-. (Advt.)

There is a Kiwi Flavouring Essence which will impart any desired flavour to your delicacies in the most economical way. Prove the superiority of Kiwi Flavouring Essences by rubbing a few drops on your hand and then inhaling. 9d., 1/4 and 2/3 per bottle -large sizes are most economical —from all grocers. (Advt.)

“A truce to this unpleasantn®®®.”— D’Aubrey.

Nothing is more inconvenient and unpleasant than an Autumn cough or cold. Occurring right at the commencement of the cold season, such complaints may lead to serious complications unless treated at once.

The ideal remedy is, of course, Baxter*® Lung Preserver —the rich, warming, penetrative specific that is always to be relied upon. A dose in time may save trouble later on. Also a splendid tonic. Generoussized bottle 2/6; family size 4/6. Chemist* and stores. —(Advt.)

A cold in the head makes one miserable. Lose no time in getting “NAZOL.” Clears out colds and catarrh in double-quick time. 1/6 for 60 doses.—(Advt.).

Keep influenza at bay by taking “NAZOL.” Its soothing, penetrating, healing properties, give instant relief to coughs and colds. 1/6 for 60 doses.—(Advt.).