TOPICS OF THE TIMES

Southland Times, Issue 21648, 9 March 1932, Page 4

TOPICS OF THE TIMES

“England’s prestige, it would be no exaggeration to say, has risen in no small measure since the new year came in,” the Central European Observer, a weekly review published in Prague, observed recently. “For months previously Europe and the world had practically lost confidence in England, and one of the results of this lack of confidence was the fall of the pound sterling. . . . The Continent of Europe failed to appreciate the fact that one of the failings of the English is to present themselves in the worst possible light. Even the unemployment figures are an example of this, for the figures would be vastly less if they were compiled on the lines of analogous Continental statistics. The English seldom take the trouble to refute calumnies, and did nothing to minimize the effects of the intentional or unintentional exaggerations of the navy incident. The results of the general election showed that the British public had realized what had to be done to put the country's affairs in order, but the elections did not, of course, prove that the work would be done. The recent response, however, to the Government’s appeal for a prompt payment of taxes, goes a long way toward providing the proof. It has made a deep impression on public opinion abroad, for to the Continental mind it represents not merely a rare form of patriotism, but above all a determination of a personal character to see the country’s affairs put in order, and a confidence in the future supported by a willing and convincing form of sacrifice.”

“As understood by the most truly successful men in it, business is not a warfare between buyer and seller, not a contest between men out to best one another, but a form of mutual service based on divine law—on the Golden Rule of ‘Whatsoever ye would that men should do unto you, do ye even so unto them’; and business so understood is therefore as honourable as any of the other branches of public service which we call professions,” said Sir Irancis Goodenough at a recent education conference. “If we realize that commerce is first and last a question of human relationships, the dealing of men with men—with customers, employees, colleagues, competitors —and is, furthermore, a great and fine game, a joyous adventure, a service to the community that calls for leadership, organization, judgment, skill, energy and devotion to principle and to duty; we see it to be clearly a calling in which conduct must be based upon the highest principles, and which therefore demands, and is worthy of, education on the highest plane. Commerce is seen, indeed, to be a career which, while being interesting, exciting and adventurous on the one hand, can be, on the other, worthy and honourable, as well as profitable. Men of commerce need initiative, courage, industry’, perseverance, sympathy, and, above all, enthusiasm. The man who cannot get enthusiastic about his business or about his profession has no business to be in it.”

The Dominion Meteorologist last night issued the following information: lhe cyclone is still centred to the north of New Zealand while pressure is still very high at Chatham Island. Winds moder, ate to strong southeast to east over the North Island, still reaching gale force in places. Freshening northerlies over the South Island. Seas in New Zealand waters rather rough to rough north of Farewell Spit and Kaikoura, elsewhere moderate. In ■the eastern Tasman Sea moderate to strong east to north winds and rather rough seas. Weather: Further rain in the eastern and northern portions of the North Island. Elsewhere mainly fair and warmer. The Garden Notes, which usually appear on Wednesday, have been held over till to-morrow. In a case of considerable interest in the Eltham Court yesterday, Mr T.ate, S.M., held that the acquittal of accused, Antonia Novak, in the Supreme Court on a charge of bookmaking did not necessarily involve the acquittal of charges arising out of the elements on which bookmaking might consist, such as totalisator betting, betting on odds and double charts, and stated that at the next sitting he would hear counsel’s defence before the police proceed with fourteen charges arising out of the same set of circumstances as that of the bookmaking charge,—Press Association message.

The tramway revenue for January was £1506 13/6 as compared with £1668 3/11 in January, 1931, and £1763 18/4 in January, i 930.

The City Council last evening decided that the tramway timetable for Good Friday be the same as last year, namely, a half-hourly service commencing at the usual hour, with the last car leaving the Post Office at 10.15 p.m. Sunday fares will be charged.

At last night’s meeting of the Gore Chamber of Commerce the matter of extending the Saturday market fares from Clinton to Gore was referred to the chairman (Mr A. J. Kerse) to arrange for a deputation to wait upon the Railway Department.

A young woman, aged 26, whose name was suppressed by the Court, appeared before Mr T. Pryde, Justice of the Peace, in the Police Court yesterday afternoon charged with attempting to commit suicide on March 3. At the request of SeniorSergeant Packer, the accused was remanded to appear before the Magistrate on Saturday, bail being granted in her own surety of £2O subject to a responsible friend caring for her in the meantime.

Last evening Mr William Mallis, general director of the South Sea Evangelical Mission, continued his meetings, speaking from Hosea, chapter 14, verses 5 and 6. The speaker stressed the imagery used by the Holy Spirit. Dew, he said, was symbolical of a covering and freshness. It was distilled only when there was nothing between. The growth of the lily was typical of effortless growth and root growth represented stability. Fragrant life was represented by the smell of Lebanon, and the fruits of the Spirit by the spreading branches. Mr Mallis will give his lantern lecture on “Mission Work in the Solomons” to-night.

At Monday night’s meeting of the Gore Borough Council it was suggested by Councillor W. D. Shelton that some measure of relief could be afforded to those in need if the Relief Depot were opened for a time to receive gifts of fruit and vegetables. He mentioned that several local residents had expressed their willingness to make donations of this kind and no doubt many more would also be glad to send in their surplus supplies from their own gardens. The council decided to leave the matter in the hands of the committee. previously appointed to take charge of the depot to make the necessary arrangements for receiving and distributing gifts of fruit and vegetables.

Even in this luxurious age there are still to be found some youths who have the determination of the early pioneers. Such a one was seen in Patea recently, in the shape of a small boy, aged 14, a resident of Wellington, who had been offered a position in Auckland. Having no other means of transport and little money, he decided to set out on his bicycle to cover the 500 miles to Auckland. When seen in Patea he had been given a bed the previous night en route, and he had the sum of four shillings in his pocket. A commercial traveller who admired his pluck had great difficulty in persuading him to accept a small contribution to assist him on his way.

At the 'meeting of the City Council on January 26 the following resolution, moved by his Worship the Mayor (Mr John Miller), was carried: “That each committee investigate the departments under its control with a view to recommending ways and means of effecting economies, and report to a special committee consisting of the whole council at a meeting to be held between February 20 and 25.” At last night’s meeting of the council his Worship moved, and it was carried, that the latter part of the clause be altered to read: “And report to a special meeting of Ihe council to Ise called on a date fixed by his Worship the Mayor.” At this special meeting the annual review of salaries and wages will also be made.

At the monthly meeting of the Thombury Branch of the W.D.F.U., held last Thursday afternoon, Mrs Fallow presided over a large attendance and welcomed visitors and new members. Delegates reported on the quarterly meeting of the Southland Executive held at Invercargill on February 21. After some discussion it was decided to forward £4 towards the new Southland Community Chest and £1 to the Southland Executive. The exchange table run for the first time proved a great success. It was decided to ask Mrs Saunders, of Otautau, to lecture on home nursing, artificial respiration, etc., at the close of the annual meeting to be held in April. During the afternoon members displayed a beautiful array of handwork in marquetry, barbola, poker work, art silk, fancy work, etc., which was greatly admirecj by all present. Easter Eggs and Novelties, a great display at Ayson’s two shops, Grand Hotel and Bank N.S. Wales, Dee street. —Advt. The right Spirit:— DEWAR’S WHISKY. —Advt. Ladies floral aprons. Fast colours 1/44. Smock coats 5/11. AU new shades. Floral smocks 6/11. Wick’s Hose and Vest Shop, Dee street. —Advt. Dressmaking. Ladies place your order for your Easter frock or coat now. Prices reasonable and satisfaction guaranteed, at Miss Noble’s, The Baby Shop, Dee street. —Advt. More Books at give-away prices at the N.Z. BOOK DEPOT’S LIQUIDATION SALE: Robbery Under Arms (Boldrewood’s great Australian novel) usually 2/-, now 6d; English Men of Letters series, usually 3/6, now 1/6; Painting Books usually 2/-, now halfprice; hundreds of Theological Books originally 8/- downwards, now 1/each; latest popular 2/6 Reprint Novels now 1/9; 3 for 5/-; Games for the Playground (Jessie Bancroft) usually 17/6, now 5/-. All general Literature is subject to 10 per cent, discount. Address: Esk street. —Advt. The fashion displays at Thomson and Beattie this autumn promise to be the most interesting yet. Be sure to visit the Greater Exhibition on Thursday and following days. —Advt. Special purchase of latest (1932) Overcoats and Suits at 33 1-3 per cent, reduction. Before buying you would be well advised to see the values offering at Carter’s Clothing Store. £5 5/- Worsted Suits selling at £3 15/-.—Advt. AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHERS. For Best Results, let STEWART’S PHARMACY Do Your DEVELOPING AND PRINTING. —Advt.

Baby wants medicine occasionally, and he should always have the best. You want him to get well quickly when he is ill or out of sorts. Do not give him cheap medicines from cut-rate stores or grocers, which are inferior in quality and made cheap to sell for profit. Always give baby the best medicines procurable. Buy with confidence from GEO. H. BROWN, Chemist —Milk of Magnesia, Glycerine, Castor Oil, Boracic Acid, and those things necessary for baby’s health. All medicines guaranteed full strength according to the British Pharmacopoeia, and guaranteed pure. The best medicines are only sold by your family chemist. Make GEO. H. BROWN your Chemist, and know the medicines you are using are of the highest quality. GEO. H. BROWN, Chemist-Optician, 125 Pee street, Telephone 328. Use your telephone. We deliver to any part of Invercargill free of charge.—Advt.