NEWS OF THE WAR.

Sun (Christchurch), Volume I, Issue 176, 31 August 1914, Page 8

NEWS OF THE WAR.

(Continued from page 6.) LYTTELTON'S TRIBUTE. VOLUNTEERS FAREWELL. A largely-attended social was held at Lytteltou "on Saturday evening to bid au revoir to those members of the Expeditionary Force who hail from Lyttelton. The Mayor (Mr J. R. Webb) presided, and among those present were Colonel C. J. Cooper, Lieut. Rawnsley, Captain Dalfcry, Father Cooney, Rev. E. C. James, Rev. A. Mitchell, and Rev. J. R. Hewland. The guests of the evening were: Corporal Irvine, Privates Geo. Barnes, W. Ferneau, H. Cooksley, C. Loader, C. Carrell, J. Rattray, C. Oliver, W. Hayes, N. Lester, H. Webb, C. Cole, N. Serra, and J. Anderson. In welcoming the guests the chairman said they must do the best they ■could ..to help the Empire. The young men who were leaving New Zealand would, he was sure, be a credit to the » country, and when they came back he was certain they would be able to feel that they had done their duty. >The splendid way in which the young men had come forward was a matter for which the people might feel thankful. He was confident that the men who Were going would do their best for the Empire. In proposing the toast of '' The Army aud Navy," the Rev. Father Cooney said that so far as Britain was concerned there was one thing about this war that was unique. Never before had the action of the Mother Country met with such unanimous support. Thrice armed was he who had his quarrel just, and Britain's quarrel was just -and was a matter of self-preservation. Whichever way the struggle went Geri many must emerge from it with an indelible stain of dishonour in her history. The hour now had come for deeds, not words, and we looked to the JBritish Army and Navy, and viewed the future With hope and confidence. Dr Guthrie, in proposing the toast of "Our Guests," said it had always lain with Britain to say the last word in international conflicts. Britain had not - sought this war —it had been thrust upon her. The men who were fighting for Britain could feel that their blows were just. Colonel Cooper proposed the toast of "Our Allies," and the Rev. A. Mitchell the toast of "The Expeditionary Eorce." •

During the evening an entertaining programme of musical and elocutionary items was submitted and a thoroughly enjoyable time was spent by all. FOOD FOR BRITAIN AND BELGIUM FUND. SATURDAY'S DONATIONS. £ s..d. Amount previously acknowledged 6775 11 11 Mrs W. Reader (Geraldine) 1 10 Mrs E. Burgess (Ohoka) .. 0 10 0 Mr Tozer 0 5 0 H.B. ■-..- 1 0 0 D.H.B. 100 Total to date .. ..£6779 711 The chairman of directors of the Christchurch Meat Company has notified the general secretary of the Fund that the company will be pleased to collect, truck, freeze, and" store any stock that is given, if railed to BurnBide. Mr D. Rutherford, in a report to the committee, states that the Fund has been most enthusiastically taken up in

North Canterbury, and a complete list of the donations will be forwarded to the woerotary early in the week. An excellent suggestion that articles ©1 clothing sent Home should be branded "N.Z." met with the hearty approval of the executive. Major P. H. Johnson, of Mt. Torlesse, lias notified through the Farmers' Union that he will donate 100 fat sheep to the Food for Great Britain and Belgium Fund, and that, he will make a similar donation at. a later date if necessary. "CHimCHTJEMONSTRATIOJ*: The leaders of the Anglican and Nonconformist Churches in Christchurch have held a conference, and it has been agreed to hold a special church demonstration on Sunday, October 4, in order '\o raise a fund to help the poor in Great Britain and Belgium. Negotiations are in progress to extend the movement throughout New Zealand and make it a national function in which the religious communities can co-operate. TIMARU mUCIIWS TQ^ftrT" At a by the Mayor of Ti!nj^{,- v on Saturday to .-iifganise a collection for the relief of the poor of Great Britain, Ireland, and Belgium., Pr Levinge, of the Christchurch Executive of the Fund, attendcnd.and explained its organisation. Mr T. Tesc.hemaker strongly advocated supporting the fund. The district avus represented from Fairlie to Gcraldine, and a committee and executive were appointed to canvass for donations in money and kind. A sum of £-30') was collected in the room «*>fter a number had departed, and the opinion was expressed that there would be large donations of sheep and produce given,. Mr Ji. F. Fraser was appointed ace rotary for the collection. THE LIVERPOOL FUND. GIPTS IN KIND. rtirs Andrew, 2 Balaclava caps; Mrs Howard, 1 Balaclava cap; Mrs Eric liari«per, 4 Baiacla.v.. caps; Mrs Wigram, - Balaclava caps; Brs Biakely, '.' Balaclava caps; Mrs A. W. Smith. 4 Balaclava caps; M.M.G., 1 Balaclava cap, 4 belts;

R. M. Harris, books; Anon, books; the Misses Cameron, 2 Balaclava caps; Mrs Pyne, 1 Balaclava cap, books, and cards; Anon, 1 Balaclava cap, 1 muffler; Misses A. C. Freeman, 6 Balaclava caps; Gilby's Girls' Guild, books; Miss Robb, 2 Balaclava caps; Mrs W. Miller, 4 Balaclava caps; no name, 1 Balaclava cap, 1 pair socks; Mrs L. Clark, three dozen handkerchiefs; Waipouuamu College, two caps, 10 linings. During last week 415 Balaclavas were received at the depot. By an error in Saturday's paper it was stated that Mrs Stewart was general secretary. This ought to have been joint secretary; Mrs C. H. Gilby being the other. This evening the local committee of the Lady Liverpool Fund wih forward to PalmeTStcu North 40 jerseys for the membefs ot the E Battery, and 19 for the Christchurch Engineers. These are apparently the only articles the men require. These two branches of the service were not mobilised in the Addington Camp, but proceeded to Pabnerston North. The impression got abroad that they were not sharing in the good things the women of Christchurch are providing. To set this at rest, Colonel Smith telegraphed to the commander of the Engineers, and on Saturday received a reply stating that the only* thing required was jerseys.

CANTERBURY PATRIOTIC FUND.

This fund i& established with the following objects:—(a) To provide for those dependent on our volunteers should it be found necessary; (b) to assist volunteers returning physically unfit until such time as they are again restored to health; (c) generally to apply the funds in such manner as the executive may deem necessary to alleviate suffering and distress caused by the present crisis.

Donations may be forwarded to his Worship the Mayor of Christchurch, the Town Clerk, or the secretary (Mr R. T. Tosswill, Royal Exchange Buildings), and will be acknowledged through these columns.

The following additional sums have been received: —A. M. Loasby £5, Opouri Shipping Company, Ltd., £lO 10/-, C. N. F. Field £5 5/-, N.Z. Coal Merchants and Coal Dealers' Association £lO 10/-, employees Birchill Station £B, Marlborough Timber Co. £lO 10/-, Walter Chapman £25, Arthur F. Webb £lO, Louise E. Richardson 10/-; total, £9905 7/-.

EMPIRE DEFENCE FUND. The following additional donations have "been received: —H. Stuart £5 5/(horse account); J. Millikin £lO (Brooksdale account) £5, (Castle Hill account) £3, (Addadale account); D. Miller and Co. £5 5/-, J. Stevenson £2O, T. W. Quaife £5 5/-, T. Leech £5, C. H. Ensor £25, Tawera County Ladies' Fuud £l, employees of Anderson 's, Ltd., £32 -5/7. :l.; ,

lONIC AND WAIWERA ARRIYE.

Messrs Dalgety and Co. are iu receipt of a cablegram from the Shaw, Savill and Albion Co., London, dated 28th iust., advising that the lonic ami Waiwera have both arrived in England. WAR PARAGRAPHS. A MISCONCEPTION. Some misconception appears to have arisen in regard to the attitude of Timaru towards the Canteen Fund. Mr M:i!i:;g, of T:::iani, rang up Colonel Smith (Camp Commandant) on Saturday in regard to a statement' made at the meeting of t'ne committee on Saturday to the efl'eet that Timaru would not find any money for the fund to be placed at

the disposal of the officers commanding the regiments in ease of sickness among the -non abroad, or for the outfit account of the officers. Mr Maliug declared that there had been some misconception in regard to the matter, and that the committee at Timaru would be considering these subjects at their next meeting today or to-morrow. Mr Francis (Mayor of Waimate) interviewed Colonel Smith on his way south on Saturday, and, on the matter being explained to him, displayed the greatest sympathy with the proposal. From his conversations with Mr Maliug and Mr Francis, Colonel Smith is of opinion that it is? probable, "when the proposals are fully explained, that the Timaru people will favourably consider them, and will see that their officers and men are not placed in a worse position than those from other parts of tliQ. district. —-~ I» the ranks of Force of men assothe Methodist Church, and on Sunday afternoon last, at the invitation of the Addington Bible. Classes, troops numbering about twenty five, assembled in the Solwyn Street Schoolroom, where tea was provide l .. Mnny of the men come from different parts of the Dominion, and the greeting accorded them by Addington friends was l.oih hearty and cordial. Divine service w:is attended in the adjoining (diuivh a! :',.'■'.'■) p.m., the riov. ?'. W. Vealie preaching an inspiring sermon, taking for his theme "Our National Flag, the Firo:! Jack.'' At the conclusion of ihe sei - - vii'e the congregation adjourned tn the schoolroom, wicve the B< >- /. Air Vo.-ilie hrieily addressed the gatherin, and the Rev. Mr Sullivan, from Timaru, and now in camp, returned thanks on behalf of his fellow soldiers. "FOB, THE HONOUSS OP CANT EHET7F.Y. *' To the Editor of THE SUN. Sir, —The Patriotic Souvenir Flag'ommittee, whHe most grateful to Mrihirry Lauder, our patriotic and famous visitor,

for his generous bids resulting in the Hag being bought by him for 100 guineas, feel very deeply that such a flag should leave Canterbury. It is thought that the flag should be presented to the Canterbury Regiment and dedicated to them, and through Mr Lauder's generosity the chance is now open for such to eventuate. Mr Lauder is very anxious to retain the flag, as he considers it almost priceless, but the committee have been able to induce him to make the following offer that Canterbury should re-purchase the flag from him for 200 guineas, the whole amount to go to the Patriotic Fund. This is a very generous offer, and it is up to Canterbury to accept it, and by so doiug augment the Mayor's fund by 200 guineas or more. If this is carried out, the flag will be presented to the Canterbury Regiment and the colours properly dedicated to it. This is a chance indeed for Canterbury to show real patriotism. Do not let it be said that Canterbury allowed such a flag to go from it. Every man, woman, and child should give something, large or small, either gold, silver or copper. Everyone should be proud to have this chance to subscribe their portion in providing the colours, the grand old flag of the Empire. As Mr Lauder said, the idea of the flag is original, the autographs are original, and any other can' only be a copy. A quick response is necessary, as Mr Lauder 's stay is only for a few days. Subscriptions can be forwarded to THE SUN office, to Mr B. Falek, or to Mr XH. Batley, care of Sandstein 's. The following citizens subscribe their names to this letter, and have each agreed to donate one guinea as a nucleus of a fund to purchase the flag: H. Holland, B. Falck, G. T. Batley, Dr Simpson, R. English, R. T. Cowper, E. H. James, J. J. Dougall, A. Kaye, M. Hollander, H. Cottrell, W. F. Cowlishaw, T. H. Barnett, Dr Morton AnderC. Bishop, J. W. Beanland, H. L. Bowker, sen., Dr Bairman, Colonel Chaffey, Colonel Smith, W. Broadway, E. C. Brown, W. B. CJarkson, J. C. Clarkson, A. R. Craddock, R. O. Duncan, G. O. Z. Harris, W. Hayward, Chas. Hill, W. Ballautyne, F. E. Hyman, J. B. Laurenson, T. Kincaid, W. H. Jakins, A. Boyle, O. T. J. Alpers, H. D. Acland, Dr Acland, Geo. Humphreys, Dr Louisson, Dr Sandstein, B. L. Lane, W. J. Le Cren, H. Lightband, S. and A. Luttrell, Robert Allan, Richard Allen, John Brown, W. H. Clark, H. Matson, L. Matson, P. A. Herman, M. S. Brown, J. A. Frostick, Frank I. Cowlishaw, E. W. Relph, M. F. Barnett, S. Manning, T. G. Russell, J. Ballantyne, P. Grant, H. I-I. Smith, F. Steel, C. E. Jones.