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Southland Times, Issue 20208, 20 June 1927, Page 6

At the Police Court Roy Edward Hayes, a watersider, was fined £25 for being found in possession of uncustomed goods in the shape of six tins of jam, valued at £2 9/-, taken from the steamer Port Hardy, states a New Plymouth Press Association message. Many people commonly use the expression “on tenterhooks,” but how many really know to what they refer? The reference is to the hooks on the tentering machine in a woollen mill on which the cloth is carried into the drying room after it has been washed. This was explained to a Chronicle reporter at the Wanganui Woollen Mills recently. The establishment of a school in Rotorua for the preservation and teaching of Maori arts and crafts is assuming definite shape. A building of beautifully-carved timbers has been secured by the Government in Ohinemutu for the display of carvings and other arts of the Maoris. Adjoining it is an office fitted up for the director, Mr H. Hamilton, and his staff. Great value. —See this line of Children’s Wool and Cotton Vests (Sun Tex make), sizes 4,5, 6, 7 and 8, priced from 1/11 for 4s at Wicks’ Hose and Vest Shop, Dee street. —(Advt.) A proved remedy for coughs and colds is “NAZOL.” Pleasant to take, economical, and gives quick relief. Sixty doses cost only eighteenpence. —(Advt.) Books in the spotlight of literary attention! Colonel T. E. Lawrence’s own book “Revolt in the Desert,” the first and only version offered to the public, 30/-, post free; a new Sinclair Lewis novel "Elmer Gantry,” a trenchant criticism of certain religious types, 6/-, postage sd; Donn Bryne’s “Brother Saul”—a much-discussed book, 6/-, postage sd. Hyndman’s, Dee street, Booksellers (see “Book Bargains” on this page).— (Advt.) Try Baxter’s, Un-Ltd., for best value in Southland. All goods, although so low in price, quality absolutely guaranteed. Small profits—quick returns. See advertisement over leader. Baxter’s, Un-Ltd., for prompt service.— (Advt.) Dictionaries for home and school and for crossword puzzles: Dominion Pocket Dictionary (25,000 words) 2/- (3d) ; Highroads or Southern Cross Dictionary 2/- (4d) ; Oxford Pocket Dictionary (for secondary schools) 4/6 (6d) ; Concise Oxford Dictionary, the latest and best 10/- (lOd) ; Blackies’ Standard coloured illustrations (for primary schools) 3/6 (6). For teachers: The Dictionary of Modern Usage 10/(lOd). Postage in brackets. New Zealand Book Depot, Esk street, Invercargill, ’Phone 327.—(Advt.) Bill was an experienced rabbiter yet folk could not quite fathom the reason for his optimistic attitude towards things in general when they happened to stop and “pass the time of day” with him. “It seems to me,” said a confrere one day, “that we shall have to look out for something else to do now that the price of skins has dropped without any warning.” “No,” was Bill's rejoinder, “it’s only a temporary matter. Anyhow, what does it matter so long as we, at any rate, know we can rely on Andrew Wilson, Ltd., to give us the highest market values. Take it from me that is the firm which will always handle my consignments.” And what about yours?—(Advt.) When children are restless, give them WADE’S WORM FIGS. Safe, sure and pleasant. All chemists and stores. — (Advt.) Stewarts again! As an added attraction to our display of May Fair photographs we are showing this week snaps taken of the railway engines being buried in the Oreti river at Oporo. We have decided to leave our May Fair photos on show for another week and would like those who still want some of these interesting prints for themselves or their friepds to let us have their orders as early now as possible. We are highly gratified with the interest shown in the efforts of our photographic staff, and it will be our constant aim to give the Southland public just as fine a photographic service as can be found in the Dominion. Stewart’s Pharmacy, corner Dee and Don streets. (Advt.) Kayser Pure Silk Marvel Hose—stripe slipper heel, also square heel—a lovely highclass hose at Thomson and Beattie’s. Every wanted colour, including Silver, Kasha, Chaire, Sunburn, Hoggar, Nude, Chateau, Toreador, Rosita, etc., price 16/6 pair. See also the new Shopping and Travelling Bags, beautifully light and easily carried, The Daisy and De Luxe, 25/- to 45/-. (Advt.) T. M. Rankin, jeweller, is offering the whole of his high-class Chinaware stock at greatly reduced prices. See window display for bargains—Advt. After the party or dance, fortify yourself with “NAZOL.” Prevents chill from changing atmosphere. Conveniently carried in pocket. 60 doses Is 6d.— (Advt.) ‘•INFINITE RICHES IN A LITTLE ROOM.” —Marlowe. There are more riches in a single bottle of Baxter’s Lung Preserver than you would ever dream of. For over sixty years this wonderful remedy has been relieving the throat, chest, and lung troubles of thousands of New Zealanders. “Baxter's” is rich and warming, soothing and dependable, and, moreover, is an excellent tonic. x Obtainable at all chemists and stores. Generous-sized buttle 2s 6d; family size is 6d.—Advt»

Cold showery weather was followed by 4 slight fall of snow at Gore during the early hours of Saturday morning. On Sat* urday the weather was clear but cold.

John Henry Grayson and John Simpson, the two young men who put spikes on thq railway line at Otaki, were placed on probation for 12 months by the Magistrate, states a Gisborne Press Association message.

A smart arrest was made on Friday night by two acting detectives whose suspicions were aroused by the movements of an old criminal named Thomas Rogers, states an Auckland Press Association message. When apprehended he was found tn have jn his possession a plug of gelignite. Rogers was sent to gaol on Saturday morning for three months.

Having avoided arrest, since April 6. Douglas Charles Hopewell, aged 28, described as a surveyor, was charged in the Police Court on Saturday with obtaining £8 8/by means of a valueless cheque, states a Christchurch Press Association message. It was stated by Detective Studholme that other charges were pending and Hopewell was remanded in custody.

The first of a series of lectures to ba given at Gore under the auspices of the workers’ Educational Association, was delivered by Mr G. Butchers on Friday evening before a large attendance of local members. The Mayor (Mr D. McDougall) presided. Mr Butchers spoke very interestingly on the early history of New Zealand and traced its gradual progress and settlement since the landing of Captain Cook, and the arrival of the first white settlers some few years later. * At the conclusion of his address Mr Butchers was accorded a very hearty vote of thanks. Messrs A. L. Dolamore, E. M. Christie and G. S. Finlayson were appointed a committee to arrange for subsequent lectures.