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Southland Times, Issue 21092, 26 May 1930, Page 6

The following weather report and forecast was issued by the Government Meteorologist last night: A slight secondary depression has been crossing the South Island to-day, but an extensive anticyclone still covers the Tasman Sea and eastern Australia. Winds variable at first in the central districts, but southerly prevailing generally and freshening later. Winds veering to westerly in the south. Seas in New Zealand waters moderate north of East Cape and rather rough elsewhere and in the Tasman Sea moderate to fresh, but decreasing with'’ southerly winds in the eastern Tasman Sea veering to westerly in the southern portion. Seas rather rough. Weather still somewhat changeable with scattered showers, but improving gradually. Cold temperatures with many frosts to-night.

The Supreme Court on May 5 granted probate of the wills of Mary Wilson, late of Invercargill, widow, William Patrick Wright, formerly of Riverton but late of Makarcwa, retired sawmill manager, and John Brice Searle, late of Wrey’s Bush, farmer, to the Public Trustee.

A Gisborne message states that a remand for five days was granted at the Police Court in the case in which Norman McLeod Martin, aged 33, headmaster of a country school, was charged with indecently assaulting a youth of 20 on May 20. Bail was allowed.

Discussion upon the question of forming a New Zealand federation of teachers took place at the conference of the New Zealand Educational Institute last week, and it was decided that as such a body would be in the best interests of education the proposal be adopted. It was feared that if this federation was brought into being it would diminish the power of the New Zealand Educational Institute, but upon the assurance of the chairman and of several speakers that it would be a move in the right direction the scheme was approved.

Although no official announcement has been made, it is anticipated that early action will be taken to bring the recently amalgamated Tourist Office, Publicity Office and Department of Industries and Commerce under one roof. At present the three branches are in different offices in Wellington. The general manager of the combined departments (Mr G. W. Clinkard), who recently arrived from Samoa to take up the' post, is in the somewhat curious position of being responsible to two Ministers— Mr J. B. Donald, as head of the Industries and Commerce section and Mr P. A. de la Perrelle, of the Tourist and Publicity section.

A large gathering of members of Loyal Pioneer of Southland Lodge, No. 27, 1.0.0. F., assembled for the fortnightly meeting on Thursday last. After routine business had been disposed of,- the members entertained Acorn Lodge No. 4 U.A.0.D., at euchre and proved victorious by 31 games to 26. Both lodges then spent a pleasant social hour, during which items were rendered by Bros. W. A. Jenkinson, P.G., Laurenson W. Atkinson, P.G., A. Mackay, P.G., and F. D. Aitken, P.D.D.G.M. (1.0.0. F. and Bros. Sharp, Strathearn and Sherborne, P.G.P. (Druids). At a suitable interval Bro. M. B. Feil, P.D.D.G.M., proposed in a characteristic speech the toast of “Our Guests,” which was enthusiastically honoured. P.G.P. Bro. Sherborne replied expressing the appreciation of the Druids present of the evening’s entertainment, and their desire for a closer co-operation and comradeship among the various Friendly Societies, which such gatherings go a long way towards fostering. The evening was thoroughly enjoyed by all and both sides are looking forward to a return match,

The Public Service Entrance examination this year will be held on November 19 and following days.

The Gore police report that Theodore Horrell, the man who went missing from his home at Waipounamu on Sunday, May 18, was located at Evansdale, near Port Chalmers, on Friday night.

A Christchurch telegram states that burglars entered the Hornby Garage owned by Laugeson and Son during the night and stole goods valued at £2O. The front door was prized open.

Land of an approximate area of 19.7 perches being portion of Section 49, Block X, Invercargill Hundred (Southland R.D.) has in a recent issue of the Gazette been proclaimed a road.

The cancellation has been gazetted of the reservation over Section 234, Block XIII, Wairo Survey District, of an approxiate area of 3 acres 2 roods. It is' also announced that Section 11, Block XXVII, Town of Athol, a recreation reserve, of an area of 4 acres 5 perches will now be known as the Athol Domain and administered accordingly.

In the Children’s Court on Saturday, before Mr E. C. Levvey, S.M., a garage apprentice, aged 17 years, who pleaded guilty to passing a stationary tramcar while on his motor cycle, was admonished and discharged upon paying of 10/- costs. A boy, who is at present in the public hospital, pleaded guilty by letter to riding his bicycle on the North road at night without a light. According to Senior-Sergeant Fox, the defendant and another older boy had been riding their bicycles on the North road after dark without lights and, as a result, a motor cyclist had collided with him. The lad had sustained a broken leg and was at present in hospital. The motor cyclist had also,been injured. The Senior-Sergeant emphasized the extreme danger which arose when cyclists rode without lights. As the defendant was in hospital, the Magistrate admonished and discharged him,

It pays to shop at Chas. Lewis’s sale. Quality goods at reduced prices, right in the middle of winter. Wend your way to the Grand Corner Sale. Great stock-taking reductions. — (Advt.) “Four properties:—Wholesomeness, flavour, purity, quality. Thomson’s Waters.”— (Advt.) —THE BEAUTY NOOK.— At last a long-felt want is about to be fulfilled, and an event of paramount importance—particularly to the ladies of Southland-will be the opening, shortly, of the most up-to-date toilet rooms in the province. The locale of the “Beauty Nook” is the A.C.M. Buildings, opposite the G.P.O. where elaborate remodelling is at present being carried out to meet the exacting requirements of “My Lady’s” toilet, These handsomely appointed rooms will be replete with the most modern tonsorial appliances —including Eugene’s latest masterpiece, the Grafton Model permanent waving machine —which has revolutionized the methods of permanent waving.

The “Beauty Nook” will be under the personal supervision of Mrs McLean, late of Hendy’s, Dunedin, and this fact alone ensures the ladies of Invercargill of expert attention (the service of 10 years’ practical experiences in all branches of the trade) which, combined with the assistance of qualified operators, will be a guarantee of .high-class work and service. An outstanding feature in the designing of the “Beauty Nook” is the various cubicles, which are constructed in such a manner to ensure the utmost privacy, each client receiving the individual and confidential treatment necessary in the modern ladies’ toilet salon. The actual date of opening will be announced in the daily Press within a short period, when bookings will then be taken.— (Advt.)

Hosiery values. Coloured cashmere from 3/9 to 5/6, silk and wool 4/6 to 5/9 and silk 2/11 to 10/6 at Miss Noble’s, The Baby Shop, Dee street,—Advt,

During the Sale of Silks at the Exhibition customers who buy 3 yards of silk get a Welcome Dressmaking Aid free. Seldom can you get anything to assist you in frockmaking without paying for it, but the firm of Thomson and Beattie’s, Ltd., give you Free a Butterick Paper Pattern complete with a Deltor, which shows you very clearly how to lay out, cut, put together, fit and finish your garment in real dressmaker style. Attend this sensational Silk Sale to-day and select your pattern from our range of over 3,000 styles.— (Advt.)

Ladies’ Fleecy Lined Bloomers 1/6, 1/11 and 2/6. Art Silk Stripe Fleecy Lined 5/11, X.O.S. size Fleecy Bloomers ■ 4/6. Wicks’ Hose and Vest Shop, Dee street. — (Advt.)

The fashion of the day being the frequent use of shampoos tends to remove the natural moisture from the scalp and hair, the occasional use of Price’s Albanian Hair Restorer, besides being a delightful dressing, will replace the want. Procure from your chemist, or post free for 3/- from MISS M. PRICE, Riverton.

Due Shortly RADIO LISTENERS’ GUIDE, for 1930 Indispensable to every Listener-in Price 2/6, 2/9 posted. ORDER TO-DAY FROM THE N.Z. BOOK DEPOT, ESK STREET, IN VERCARGILL.—(Advt.) We have much pleasure in announcing that we have just landed a small shipment of all pure wool fashioned hosiery in all the latest shades, this line has been a good seller with us in the past at 6/6 pair, but the latest shipment is even better for they are being sold at 5/6 and we have no hesitation in recommending this line as being the best quality and value in the city. The Mutual Fur Coy.—(Advt.) IT’S WINTER-TIME! Get Your HOT WATER BAGS now, from STEWART’S PHARMACY. All Bags are fresh, And Every Bag Guaranteed. —Advt. “Outside” in the Rhodesian sense is all that lies beyond the range of the townships. In her latest novel “Susan Outside” Sheila Macdonald has related Susan’s experiences in the “wilderness.” They afford delightful reading; she is an engaging personality. Supplies 6/- copy at Hyndman’s, Dee street. —Advt. BUY ONLY A 1930 Hot Water Bottle. Modern manufacturing ’ processes have greatly increased the quality in Hot Water Bags without any increase in price. BROWN, The Chemist has just received another large supply of 1930 bags. They are easy and safe to fill, reinforced seam, improved valve. Guaranteed steamproof, the modern Free of Risk Bag takes the shivers from the sheets and makes you sorry to leave them. See them at BROWN’S PHARMACY, Geo. H. Brown, Chemist, 125 Dee Street. —Advt. “Pale, miserable winter comes at last.” —Thomson. Now commences the season most dreaded by those who are susceptible to coughs and colds. Why let such disagreeable ailments make you miserable ? Take Baxter’s- Lung Preserver —promptly soothes and quickly relieves the worst cough or cold. Also acts as a wonderful tonic. Now sealed with a new screw cap which preserves the contents. Get a bottle from your chenKst or storekeeper to-day. Generous-sized bottle, 2/6; economical, family size, 4/6; bachelor’s size, 1/6. —(Advt.), i '