NEWS IN BRIEF.

Sun (Christchurch), Volume I, Issue 288, 9 January 1915, Page 11

NEWS IN BRIEF.

Owing to the fact that the departure of the s.s. Monowai from Lyttelton for the north lias been postponed until Monday, the Wahine will not leave Port to-night until after the arrival of the 10.30 p.m. train from Christchurch. The Public Works Engineer is calling for tenders for two miles of railway formation on the Culvcrden-Waiau line.

A meeting of the Licensed Victuallers' Association will be held in the L.V.A. Rooms on Monday, at 3 p.m. The first term for Digby's Commercial School commences on Monday, 18th inst. Miss Digby will be in attendance at advertised hours next week to arrange with new pupils. The Canterbury Sweet Pea and Carnation Society's Show will be held in the Olympia Rink on. Friday and Saturday next. Entries close at Mr C. W. Hervey's office on Tuesday at 8 p.m. In the reference jjesterday to the Sydenham Post Office clock, it was stated that Mr G. E. Good was chairman of the committee. Mr Good writes to say that he does not hold that position, but he is one of the members of Ae executive.

While bathing on the North Beach, Westport, on Wednesday afternoon, a daughter of Mr H. Greenwood (Railway Department) got out of her depth and was in grave danger of death by drowning. Her father went to her assistance, and also got into difficulties. Mr Fred Woodward (who was fully clothed) went to the rescue and succeeded in bringing the little girl safely ashore. At yesterday's meeting of the Liverpool and Equipment Committees, one of the ladies mentioned the fact that the reinforcements at Trentham were very dissatisfied at having to pay their own railway fares from the camp to Wellington, and some sympathy was expressed by other members, until one lady made the shrewd speculation that the Government's hard-heartedness probably had reason behind it, since it might not be desirable to encourage frequent visits to the town. Still, the Mayor was asked to enquire into the matter when attending the Patriotic Funds' Conference at Wellington on Monday. The cheese industry in South Taranaki is now an extensive business. Up to the present this season the Patea grading stores have dealt with 78,766 crates of cheese, besides 8920 boxes of butter. This is a big advance on last year, when for the corresponding periods the totals were: —Cheese, 59,712 crates; butter, 5038 boxes; the increase thus being 19,054 crates of cheese and 3882 boxes of butter. In actual milk the 78,000 crates of cheese alone represents some 128,700,0001b. The value of the cheese output is close ou £400,000, and of butter about £35,000. These figures indicate the bigness of South Taranaki's dairy business.

The story is told, of a well-knowii Warepa angler who made a sensational eatch on the Waiwera (Clifton). Leaving his mates, he was rather anxious to have the honour of securing the catch of the day and the largest fish. Near Clifton Homestead, the banks of the stream are well covered with flax. He east well down stream, and his expectations ran high when nearly all his line ran out. He began to realise that something exceptionally good was in store for him, but when he got on clear ground he found that he had hooked a crossbred sheep. Travelling down the side of the stream, and doing the 100 yds in about lOsec, he managed to save his rod and line minus the cast.

It is anticipated that the fund for the supply of travelling cookers for our men in Egypt will be appreciably increased by the proceeds from the performance to be given by the Julius Knight Dramatic Club at the Opera House on Thursday next, 14th inst. The object is one which will appeal to all those who have relatives am&ng our troops, and a crowded house is expected. The club has already produced several plays in the Theatre Eoyal, but on this occasion the entertainment will take the form of a popular triple bill, when two excellent comedies will be staged. A sketch descriptive of the sufferings of the Belgian refugees will also be included.

The Thames "Star" understands that .v. the result of prospecting operations in the Whangamata district an important discovery of gold-bearing lodes has been made. The exact locale is being kept a secret while the principals, who are said to be located in Wellington and Marlborough, are being consulted as to future intentions. It is said that one of the .odes discovered lias been ascertained to be the continuation of a well-known and valuable reef system which lias been worked to advantage on other parts o± the field, and that tests have already proved the correctness of this theory. No official details are available, and will not be made known for some time, but the "Star" is informed on what would be reliable authority, that the assays„and other tests so far made show the discovery to be one of considerable value and promise. THE "MATCHLESS" MACHINES ARE ALL ALIKE. In the recent side-car trial held by the North Canterbury Motor Cyclists' Club, the outstanding performance by the "Matchless" team has left no room for doubt. The achievement of getting all the machines through, non-stop, clean-sheet, full marks, is one often desired, but never before realised by the drivers of any side-car team. It proves the general reliability of the make in the hands of various drivers. This interests you more than a one-man performance —all she rest nowhere team. We would like to point out that one of the "Matchless" machines was driven by an amateur, making his first appearance in any competition, and by careful driving of a dependable machine was able to make a non-stop performance. The 1915 machines are on the water now, and will be available shortly. A remarkable feature of this machine will be the "Matchless" electric lighting set made by Lucas, Ltd. When you have said "Lucas" in connection with I lamps you have mentioned the biggest maker of the best British lamps, and there is no more to be said; further questions on the subject of quality are a waste of time. The set is essentially 1 neat aad efficient, and is wholly made for the "Matchless" machines. The main headlamp will project an enormous beam, so when you see it don't think the "Matchless" have gone in for searchlights. The side-car lamp is of less e.p., but also gives a fine light, and an electric red rear lamp completes the set. We shall be happy to supply further details and to submit prices on application. MATCHLESS MOTOR AGENCY, N.Z. 92 Manchester St., Christchurch. W. H. Phipps Black, Sole Wholesale Importer for New Zealand. .36

Applications are invited f,or the position of mechanical engineer overseer, Public Works Department, Auckland.

A clearing sale is to be held at Gleumark on February 2(5 by Messrs Pyne and Co., and Dalgety and Co., joint auctioneers.

On January 13 the unclaimed prizes in the Dominion art union in aid of the British and Belgian Fund, Avill be sold by auction. At the Lyttelton Methodist Church on Sunday evening, the Rev. A. Mitchell will sing Liddle's fine setting of the popular hymn, "Abide With Me." The Education Department invites applications for the position of assistant teacher (male or female) for the School for the Deaf at Sumner.

The Heathcote County Council notifies that ten per cent, additional will be charged on unpaid rates after February 5. A similar notice is given by the Waimairi County Council, the impost to operate after the 30th inst. The report describing the state of the various rivers of the district gives the following information: —Waimakariri North, Rakaia, and Waitaki, clear; Waimakariri South, discoloured; Rangitata, dirty; Opihi, fishable. A boy was illustrating Morse signalling on the Petone beach to his friends one evening recently, using an electric-spark lamp for the purpose. Suddenly a powerful searchlight illuminated the foreshore, and a hasty rush for cover behind boatsheds, the sea-wall, etc., resulted. To avoid chemically-made cordials, buy Thomson's. Made from pure fruit juices. No essences, no artificial flavourings. Purity characterises them throughout. Whether Lime Juice, Ginger Wine, Raspberry Vinegar, or Lemon Syrup, get Thomson's. Ford and Mirams, agents. 4 Every buyer should be alert on Monday next, for the greatest values of the season are to be presented at Graham, Wilson, and Smellie's Summer Sale. The doors will open at 10 a.m. to full fixtures, and a capable staff all ready to serve the bargains offered in each section. If prices and qualities count this sale should certainly add to the reputation of its predecessors. .48

An unusual collision between three vehicles occurred in Lambton Quay, Wellington, oposite the Central Hotel. The three vehicles concerned were a hansom cab- a taxi-cab, and an express. The three collided side on in the endeavour-to pass one another. The taxi suffered some injury to the steering gear, but apart from minor damage the other two vehicles were able to proceed on their way.

BRILLIANT VICTORY For the TWIN KING DICKS. MOTOR AND SIDE CAR RELIABILITY TRIAL OF ' 150 MILES:— H. Tranter, "King Dick," FIRST. Reliability, FIRST. Petrol Consumption, H. Tranter Ist, R. L. Kennett 2nd. Both riders r secured Absolute Non-Stop Runs. The TWIN KING DICK Defeated all Makes and Powers for the fourth Time in Succession, demonstrating once again that for Sidecar work the TWIN KING DICK has no equal. TWINS v. SINGLES. The result of the Petrol Consumption again goes to prove that, not only is the TwinCylinder KING DICK more Reliable, but is even more economical to run than the Single-Cylinder.

INSPECTION INVITED. TRIALS BY APPOINTMENT

JONES BROTHERS, LTD., Sole Agents, Opposite Clock Tower, MANCHESTER STREET.

H. S. Jones, Outside Representative.