TOPICS OF THE TIMES

Southland Times, Issue 20897, 5 October 1929, Page 6

TOPICS OF THE TIMES

“We hear so much about the wonders of youth that it seems hard to suggest the real reason. But the real reason is that youth has been too much boomed,” writes Mr Frank Swinnerton, the novelist, in the London Evening News. “Our young people (and our middle-aged people, too) are nearly all of them Peter Pans. They are afraid of growing up. They want all the time to be irresponsible children.” This restlessness, from which two-thirds of the world is now suffering in one form or another, is due to worn nerves, exhausted by noise, and an over-peppered diet of life, and there is only one cure for it. This cure is a campaign for the extermination of all our fake Peter Pans. Fun, speed, noise, excitement and pepper are all good things; but we have had too much of them. What the world now needs is less childishness and more sense; fewer hobbledehoys and more men and women. If our Peter Pans would try to grow up a little we should have less restlessness and more real fun. We should also have a world fit for adults to live in.”

Whatever difference there may be amongst politicians as to the means by which Imperial development can best be achieved there is none as to the desirability of concentrating attention upon that problem (says the Eastern Daily Press). There will, therefore, be general gratification that the president of the agricultural section of the British Association, Sir Robert Greig, devoted his address at Pretoria to an examination of the immense resources and possibilities of agriculture in the Empire. It is no new thing to be told that the British Commonwealth, with the colonies and dependencies of the British Crown, covers nearly one quarter of the earth’s surface nor that it contains nearly a quarter of the world’s population. But it is not always realized that of the vast area of land which is comprised within the Empire only

a comparatively small proportion is under cultivation. Sir Robert Greig produced some very striking figures upon this point. In the aggregate, he declared, only 8.7 per cent, of the total land surface of Canada, India and the Union of South Africa, Australia and New Zealand is under arable cultivation. Out of every hundred the proportion is 2i acres, and in South Africa and New Zealand it is three acres. One very striking fact to which Sir Robert draws attention is the extent to which the chief countries of the Empire are dependent upon agriculture for their prosperity. That is even true of our own country, for Great Britain and Northern Ireland produce more agricultural wealth than Australia and four times as much as South Africa. It is impossible, of course, to go into all the very important factors in regard to the agricultural industr- with which Sir Robert dealt, but his address can hardly fail to arouse a new interest in the problem of agricultural development within the Empire. Sir Robert points to one very great advantage which we enjoy, namely, that we have the only system of Government in the world that can link up research in countries with all kinds of soils and climate. The tack of acquiring and of utilizing knowledge and' experience gained under all possible conditions is thereby made easier for us than for any of our competitors. It is in this direction rather than in any other that we may look for the best results in the future expansion of Imperial trade. There is no question that by organizing the acquisition and the application of knowledge the wealth of the Empire can be greatly increased. An organized Empire in this sense can undoubtedly not only secure for itself the greatest advantage from its immense resources, but can, at the same time, render the greatest service to the rest of the world. Sir Robert Greig did not, of course, venture into the political field, although he was constrained to point out that the trade of the Empire is shared almost equally between the Dominions and foreign countries, and that to make the. Empire a self-con-tained and self-supporting quarter of the globe would therefore not be a profitable enterprise. But others who are under no such restrictions as he may well contrast the wise advice which he has given as to the best means of approaching the great problem of Imperial development with the unsound schemes which certain politicians in this country have lately put forward.

The Dominion Meteorologist last night issued the following information: A depression of the westerly type has been crossing the South Island to-day. The following anti-cyclone is moving on to the South Island. Pressure is still high in the north. Winds moderate to strong. North to northwest north of Farewell Spit and Akaroa, later backing to south-west. Elsewhere westerlies prevailing, backing temporarily to south-west. Strong to gale force at times. Seas in New Zealand waters rather rough south of Cape Egmont and offshore south of East Cape. Elsewhere moderate. Light to moderate southerly in the central east and north-east portions of the Tasman Sea with smooth to moderate seas. Fresh to strong westerlies and rather rough seas in the southern portion of the eastern Tasman. Weather changeable and somewhat unsettled with scattered showers, mainly in the eastern and southern parts of the South Island. Improving within 24 hours. Cool temperatures.

Advertisements regarding For Sale, Railway and Public Notices, Tenders, To Let, Lost and Found, Wanted To Buy, etc., appear on Page 2 of this issue.

“This man seems to have entirely ignored his obligations. He hasn’t made any returns for some time,” said Mr Page, S.M., yesterday morning when fining Alfred Dempsey £25 for failing to furnish income tax returns, says a Wellington Press Association message.

The Union Company’s tender Tuatea was purchased yesterday by Mr A. A. Perano, of Picton, for use in cargo and passenger service in Queen Charlotte Sound. The vessel will leave for Picton at the end of next week.—Auckland Press Association message.

In an endeavour to apprehend miscreants who foolishly and wantonly break automatic fire alarms the Invercargill Fire Board has decided to offer a reward to any person who assists the board in the matter. At yesterday’s meeting the board adopted the following recommendation from the General Committee: “That a reward of £5 be made to any person or persons giving such information as will lead to the conviction of anyone giving a malicious false alarm of fire.”

See railway advertisement regarding cheap fares Dunedin Spring Races.—Advt.

Waihopai Tennis Club—Members please note that owing to unforeseen circumstances the official opening is postponed to Saturday, October 12, 1929. —Advt.

For Cauliflowers, Lettuces, Spring Onions, Rhubarb, Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Blood Oranges, Grapes and all best quality Fruit and Confectionery call at the Central Fruit Shop (next Nobles), Dee street. F. Perrow. —Advt.

Silk Hose —buy your silk hose from our big selection. We quarantee every pair. Prices from 2/11 to 7/11. Wicks Hose and Vest Shop, Dee Street. —Advt.

New Cameras—The Duo-Ensign box Camera for portraits and views. A fine new portrait camera in black at 19/6 or colours at 21/6. The all distance box Ensign in black or colours at 30/- Tile all distance folding Ensign with 3 speed shutter, film registering device, leather covered at 52/6. These are entirely new types of cameras which take anything from “close ups” to distance views. See all the latest in Cameras at Stewart’s Pharmacy, corner Dee and Don Streets. —Advt.

The “Pontiac.” Six and the “Oakland” Cosmopolitan Six are both leaders in their respective classes which provide motoring comfort and values not surpassed by any other make. For hard transport work the “G.M.C.” 30cwt. Truck (powered with the “Pontiac” Engine) and the “G.M.C.” 2 to 5 Ton Models (powered with “Buick” Engines) will outlast anything on the market at or near their price. Sole Southland Agents for “Pontiac” and "Oakland” Cars the “G.M.C.” Trucks and Buses. THE WESTERN DISTRICT MOTORS LTD. (N. E. Naylor, Managing Director) 33-35, Leet Street, Invercargill.—Advt.

The Modern Star among Box Cameras is the latest model Ensign in all sizes. Lowest prices at BROWN’S PHARMACY, 125 Dee Street. —Advt.

There is to be ready this month a unique publication entitled the Legion Book. It is sponsored by his Majesty the King as a thank offering for his recovery. The following leading writers and artists contribute: Galsworthy, Kipling, Churchill, Kaye-Smith, Chesterton, Gilbert Murray, Newbolf, Huxley, Bridges, Binyon, Sargent, Augustus John David Low, etc. It should command a ready sale. All contributions with one exception have never previously been published. There will be three Royal portraits specially drawn for the book. Profits go to the British Legion for ExService men. Price 25/-. Ring 327 or call personally at N.Z. Book Depot, Eek Street.—Advt.

The contemplated trip of the Bluff football team to Stewart Island has had to be postponed owing to the raging stonn prevailing at the island. The Awarua is not expected back until to-day, weather permitting.

James Gordon, a stranger to Bluff was charged there yesterday before Messrs Dixon and George, Justices of the Peace, with being idle and disorderly. He was convicted and sentenced to one month’s imprisonment. A first offender was charged with being drunk and was convicted and discharged.

A Wellington telegram states: The committee appointed to inquire into the damage by the floods at Miramar reported that no biame could be attributed to the City Council’s staff. Several members of the council were not satisfied with the finding and said that the witnesses would not give the names of the workmen so that they should not lose their jobs and stigmatized the report as merely whitewashing the employees but the council adopted it.

Although the question of unemployment has been causing a great deal of concern it would appear that there is any amount of positions available to young men who are prepared to work in the country. An advertisement inserted in this paper by a lad who desired work on a dairy farm met with inquiries from all parts of the Eastern District, with the result that the lad has any one of over a dozen situations open to him.

Favoured with ideal weather conditions an enterprising party left Queenstown last Sunday with the object of making the first trip of the season over the Crown Range to Pembroke. Unfortunately within 400 ft off the top of the range the party encountered heavy banks of snow which completely blocked the roadway. Nothing daunted however, the party retraced their steps down the thrilling zig-zag climb and made their way by the Kawarau Gorge and onward to Pembroke, returning via Cromwell and Arrowtown. Although failing in their original objective, the party enjoyed a glorious drive and earned the distinction of being the first touring party from Queenstown. The party, all of whom hailed from Invercargill, consisted of Messrs Gray, Allan, Roff, Blick, Bishop, Hardiman, Oldridge and Meldrum.

The monthly meeting of the Invercargill Camera Club was held on Thursday, when Mr Sydney Smith presided over a good attendance of members. The best picture under the heading of night study was presented by Mr Randle, while Mr Baker was awarded first place in the seascape section by the acting judge, Mr E. Simpson, who gave a very interesting criticism on the work submitted. Full details of the recent inter-club photographic competition were before the members, the remarks by the judges being followed with great interest. The Invercargill Club was awarded third place. Mr Randle was congratulated on gaining most points in the local section. Arrangements for hanging the complete set of pictures were made. An inspection of the work of the clubs concerned was then made each individual picture being closely reviewed.

Saturday and Monday, Miss Noble’s, The Baby Shop, Dee Street, is showing a full range of children’s millinery in dainty and attractive shades. Bring your kiddies in and try them on. —Advt.

If you are in search of a Reliable Used Car you cannot afford to miss reading our latest list of offerings appearing on Page 4 of this issue. Enquiries by letter, ’phone or personal call receive prompt attention.— AGNEW GRIEVE LTD., Used Car Specialists, Clyde Street, Invercargill.—Advt.

Black silk dress bags, brilliant centres, extra smart 25/-, 27/6 each; newest belts, hosiery, gloves, laces, bags, novelties. New range “Semco” stamped needlework at Charles Lewis’s.—Advt.

“Mine and yours and DEWAR’S WHISKY.”—Advt.

Unequalled for quality and value in Cameras; Box, Folding, and Reflex.— BROWN’S PHARMACY, 125 Dee Street. The House for Good Cameras. —Advt.

I’ve baked and brewed and fried and stewed And cooked in many kitchens, But of all the hams that I have used None can compare with Hitchon’s. —Advt.

The cost of a dairy herd plus the cost of wintering it represents a big outlay of capita], but there is no business which will give a greater return for the invested capital than a good healthy herd. Ensure the health of your herd by the systematical use of Hansen’s Danish Specific this season. —Advt.

Readers who are interested in the purchase of a Reliable Used Car for the Summer should refer to Page 2 of this issue where the latest list of Used Cars offered by the Western District Motors Ltd. will be found. If the list does not contain the car you want, write or ’phone when your inquiry will receive prompt attention. —Advt.

The ladies of Southland are very cordially invited to inspect the very fine range of Hosiery made by Godwin Hosiery Co. in N.Z. Thev are of oustanding quality and value and wear really well, Dorothy White Plaited Hosiery being a very hard wearing line. Only at Mutual Fur Coy., Tay street. —Advt.

Spring is here and with spring comes picnics, campings, auto-trips and outings of every description which mean luncheon out-of-doors. Our Kleen Luncheon Set contains a complete equipment for six persons, six plates, spoons, forks, teaspoons, napkins, one tablecloth and six cups that hold hot drinks, all daintily packed in neat cardboard carton. Whv burden yourself with heavy, breakable dishes when you can get a Kleen Luncheon Set for 1/6 at Hyndman’s, Dee street. —Advt.

Before having your quilt recovered make sure that it’s being recovered with genuine “Down proof” sateen. There’s probably no other store in Southland using the same method for recovering quilts at Thomson and Beatties. First the old cover with its germs is removed and destroyed—the down is taken out “sterilized” and “fluffed up.” Then a complete new cover floral with plain panels to match (your own selection) is tastefully put on. You can choose from 100 designs. Our delivery man returns your quilt within a week, fresh and new and and the price is only 42/6—Advt.

A Perfect Snap every time. You always get clear, sparkling snaps when you use Brown’s Developing and Printing Service. That’s the kind we make. Prices right too. BROWN’S PHARMACY, 125 Dee street.— Advt. 1

Free Petrol supplied with every Used Car sold during October. On all Cars up to £6O in value 25 gallons of Motor Spirit will be supplied and with Cars over £6O in value 50 gallons will be given away Absolutely Free. Secure a reliable Used Car this month and take advantage of this offer. —AGNEW GRIEVE LTD., Used Car Headquarters, Clyde Street, Invercargill.—Advt.

Here is a new and better selection of Cameras. See our window display of 1929 models. BROWN, The Chemist. BROWN’S PHARMACY, 125 Dee Street.—Advt.

"And ills despoil the pleasure of the Spring.”—Hunt. Although Spring is the most pleasant season of the year, full appreciation is often marred by annoying colds. Don’t let such ills spoil Spring for you—keep “Baxter’s” handy. Baxter’s Lung Preserver brings quick relief to sufferers from coughs, colds, influenza bronchitis, and asthma. Also acts as an excellent tonic—tones up the system against further attacks. Get a bottle from your chemist or storekeeper to-day—generous-sized bottle, 2/6; large economical size, 4/6; bachelor’s size, 1/6.—Advt.

Detective J. Walsh arrested John Martin Bishara, proprietor of Bishara Bros? motor garage, yesterday afternoon on a charge (jointly with Geoffrey Alva Trayburn) of the theft of a motor truck valued at £252 the property of General Motors Corporation, Wellington. Accused was remanded on bail.—Taumarunui Press Association message.

A commission of the Southland Education Board, headed by the chairman (Mr A. W. Jones) and consisting also of Messrs Hugh Smith (member), R. Brownlie (secretary) and A. McNeil (senior inspector) visited the Wendon Valley School on Thursday evening and conferred ■with the committee on school matters. In due course the commission will submit a report to the board.

In the course of a conversation with a Times reporter yesterday Mr D. W. McKay stated that he had received advice from Westport to the effect that the Hinemoa had been delayed in her coal loading operations owing to the crush of shipping. It was expected that the vessel would be able to leave to-day for Bluff direct, in which case she will arrive about Tuesday morning next.

A charge of obscene exposure was brought against a man 47 years of age named Thomas Nunn Keeble in the Police Court ’-esterday morning before Messrs T. Pryde and A. W. Jones, Justices of the Peace. Mr Gordon Reed represented the accused and Senior-Sergeant Fox prosecuted. The senior-sergeant explained that the accused had been arrested on Thursday evening for an offence alleged to have been committed on the estuary foreshore on Wednesday. He would ask for a remand in order that the police might make further inquiries. It seemed that the case was a particularly serious one of its kind and possibly a further charge would be preferred against the accused. Mr Reed asked for bail which was allowed and fixed at £oo.