Local and General.

Timaru Herald, Volume XCVIII, Issue 170572, 3 August 1921, Page 7

Local and General.

The Government Meteorologist reports: “Indications are for north-west-erly to south-westerly gales and boisterous conditions. Heavy rain is probable generally, with . rivers flooded on the west coast and snow on the higher levels, with much colder weather following. A further decrease in barometric pressure is to bo expected before a definite rise takes place. Very heavy seas are likely on all the western coast.

Tho Timaru Photographic Society is again before the public with the annual exhibition of inter-club competition photographs, and this year’s exhibition it ahead of all previous ones. The photographs have been excellently arranged in tho shop next Murdoch’s, in the Arcade, where the work of six kindred societies is shown —Southland, Wellington, Hamilton, Timaru, Christchurch, and Dunedin, —and tho exhibits are a revelation to the average “press-the-button” photographer, and show to advantage the high level of art the amateur photographer has attained. The exhibition will be open every afternoon (except to-day) from 3 to 5, and in the evenings from 7 to 9. Tho local society is to be congratulated on the excellent exhibition, and for the commendable action in making the admission free to all.

An inquest touching the death of William Styles, aged 83 years, who died luiddenlv at the residence of Mr AViliain Hannali, Hamilton Street, Ternuka, was held in tho Courthouse yesterday afternoon, before Mr T. D. Mosley, coroner. Sergeant D.wan conducted the inquest. After hearing the evidence the coroner returned a verdict that death was due to heart disease.

A reminder is given to those who are foing to tho ploughing match at AVasliyko to-morrow (Thursday; that Messrs James Storrier and Co. arc giving a tractor demonstration of the Hustler cultivator and combinations. This implement was patented locally, and is/ fast becoming popular with farmers throughout New Zealand.

A meeting of members of organised Labour in Timaru trill be held to-mor-row (Thursday) in the Unitarian Hall to discuss the suggestions for meeting tlie unemployed problem and select additional representatives to attend a. conference with local bodies, which will be held on Friday. August 5. in Che .Borough Chambers at 7.3 U n-™--

Last oven in" at tlic AY.L.A. Booms the psychology class commenced a. course of study of the emotions. _Tno feelings accompanying sense-impressions were lirst examined, it being shown that the feelings resulting from the more or less perfect functioning of tho vital organs were of great importance iu hie, and were capable of alfecting the wliolo trend of mental development. In the region of tho special senses tho exhilarating effects of certain colours and musical sounds was examined, and the depressing effects of others. Similarly, the pleasing effect of symmetry of form, harmony, and rhythm was explained. The class then proceeded to ait investigation of such characteristic emotions as fear and anger, and several theories of tho origin of the bodily attitude m these emotions were discussed. At the close of the lecture tlio usual discussion of tho points raised iu the lecture ensued. The fortnightly meeting of the Juvenile Ancient Order of Foresters was held last evening, 13ro. T. Ayres, C.IL, presiding over a good attendance. The woodwards reported no members on the sick list. After the meeting the Adults entertained" tho Juveniles with a card match, which the Juveniles won hy one game. After tho games, supper was handed round, alter which various other fames were plaved, and the evening was closed about 10.30 with the singing of the National Anthem.

A very pleasing function took place in the Browne Street Hall on Monday evening, wheu members of the Celtic Football and Cricket Clubs and friends met Mr tV. Skelton, on the occasion of his marriage. Mr Frank Roach, who occupied the chair, in suitable words ferorred to Mr Skelton’s sterling qualities both on and off tho cricket field, and on behalf of the Celtic Club hq asked Mr Skelton to accept a handsome afternoon tea service. Messrs M. Houlihan, J. Anderson, F. Bowles, and several other speakers endorsed Mr Roach’s remarks, and Mr and Mrs Skelton’s heal til was drunk with musical honours. On rising to reply the guest of tho evening was greeted with loud applause. He thanked the chairman and all present for their kindly remarks and flattering references, and on behalf of Airs Skelton and himself, wished to convey their many thanks tor tho handsomer present and tlio kindly sentiments which it carried. A lengthy toast list was gone’through, and songs were rendered by Messrs Roach, Marshall, Joyce, Earl and others. Air Cecil Smith ably assisted at the piano throughout the evening, and the singing of “Auld Lang Syne” brought a most enjoyable little function to a close.

The Cave returned soldiers held their annual ball oil July 29, over 70 couples being present. The hall was beautifully decorated for the occasion, and Wall's orchestra played excellent music for the dances. Extras were played by Miss Angland and Airs Foster, and Air Collins capably carried out the duties of AI.C. During the evening Aliss Doris Shaw dancea a Highland fling and a sailor’s hornpipe, and Air Lynch, gave an Irish jig. The performers were deservedly applauded. The supper was provided by Mrs H. C. Ingram, of Pleasant Point, and it left nothing to be desired. i

Golfers will bo interested to know that the Timaru Rubber Co. /is disposing of several gross of Golf Balls, weights 27i, 29, 31. These TJ.S. Royal balls were in great, demand during the recent American Championship matches. Only a few gross left at 27s per dozen. Timaru Rubber Co., Ltd., Stafford Street, opposite Theatre Royal. ...

Tlio musical comedy “By Jingo” to bo produced at the Theatre Royal on Alonday and Tuesday next, is under the highly capable and experienced direction of Messrs Burns and Williams, both of whom are well known in Timaru for the excellence of their productions. A bright, snappy plot, generously interpolated with catchy musical and dancing numbers and full of Clever comedy comprises t-lie production. Everytlung is' on a lavish scale, and the dressing, lighting, and general effeots will equal anything seen locally for a considerable time. The artists have been through much strenuous rehearsing, and are now as near perfection as is possible for an amateur to become. The proceeds are in aid of a worthy object, Rib Catholic Orphanage, and prices, box plans, etc, a.rq advertised on the front page of this issue. The orchestra, is a feature .in itself, comprising the highest musicians in instrumental work in Timaru. Visit the Theatre Royal on Alonday and Tuesday next; you will not regret it.

The Ladies’ Auxiliary Committeo of the local Y.AI.G.A. is holding a sale of cakes and general provisions at the entrance to Hay’s Buildings, Stafford St., on Friday next. The proceeds are in aid of the ladies’ fund for furnishing the Y.AI.G.A.. rooms. Donations ot goods will bo thankfully received at the Y.AI.C.A. office on Thursday or at tho stall on Friday.

Miss Dorothea Spinney, whose elocutionary talents are known throughput) New Zealand, will give a recital in 'ha Wesley Hall on Thursday, commencing at 2.30 p.nt. Miss Spinney lias achieved great triumphs in America, Sind just before leaving San Francisco Miss Spinnev gave a recital of “Hamlet,’’ in which she takes ©very part with equal ability, and received a very unusual token. One of her audience left a ten pound note in tho ticket office, saying that he considered what he heard was worth that amount. That he had heard Booth play “Hamlet’’ five times, and he had never enjoyed .a. recital better. San Francisco was so interested in Miss Spinney’s portrayal of tho melancholy Dane that she lias been offered a theatre Without cost, and profnised an overflowing audience if sbo will return on her wmy to England, and thus is going to England, via America, instead of by Suez as originally intended. Miss Spinney’s recital on Thursday is looked forward to with great interest and all lovers of art and beauty wilL find, much' food for thought in the recital.

Aviation is gradually, but none the lews sUrely, gaining popularity and becoming tho modern business raaira mode of transport. 'Yesterday another example of its usefulness was afforded. A Tiiparu business mail had occasion to visit Christchurch, but liad not the time; nor the inclination to throw away nionov required to make the trip by rail, which would have entailed the best part of two days time and incidental expenses of train fares, hotel) hills, etc. Consequently he decided to make the trip bv air, leaving the Wa-sh-dvke aerodrome at the convenient hour of 10 o’clock and arriving at the Cathedral City 67 minutes later. Tie had ample t ime to transact _ a full day’s business, and re-embarking a.t 4 o’clock lie was set down at liis starting point a few minutes after 5 o clock, having spent a most beneficiaU inexpensive and pleasurable day. For the benetit of the sporting public the <ompanv announces that trips will be made as desired for Grand National week.

CONSIDER WELL WHICH LORRY IS BEST.

When von huv a motor lorry you expect it to last years. How essential, therefore, to get a well-made, highgrade lorry like the British-built “Dennis.” It is absolutely dependable, and gives a splendid service.—Tliß New Zealand Exoress Co., Ltd., agents. ...

look out for the new design. Have you tried Tucker’s Family Soup in the new' cartons f If no t, thero is a treat m store lor yon. Ceaseless experimenting during the summer months has enabled Messrs Tucker and Co. to introduce to Now Zealand households something enurcly different in the way of savoury soup flavours for _ the -'921 season —eleven distinct varieties, every one of wlii'-li is an Epicurean delight. Tbere is nothing to equal Tucker s- Improved Family Soup* • Tor them. 2

At tlVfl mooting of the Geraldine County Council on Alonday _CT. I'latn'.an moved that tho Council still auliore to the principle of lorming a Bower Board, with tlio adjoining comi-I'io-i and boroughs, although Timaru nad decided in tlio meanwhile to stand int. Cr. McLeod sc ended the motion, which was carried unj.uimously.

Air F. E. Ward, Government Instructor in Agriculture, will give a lantern lecture Jii tlio Tomuka Technical School this evening, the subject, being soil fertility and pastures. This lecture will bo of great, value to farmers and graziers.

On Aloiuhty. July 25, tlio Pleasant Point Tennis Club held the third of their series 'of progressive! euchre parties. These functions are becoming more and more popular, and the next one is to be held in the Technical iScliool on Alonday, August S, at 7.45 p.m. when, it is hoped, there will bo a good au -dance.

In these days of iho high cost of living for beast as well as mail, the search of most people is for economy, and to such, an event of vital importance will take place at the ’Timaru Ploughing Ala tell to-morrow. This will tako the form of a test under ideal conditions of the Case Kerosene and General Purpose. Farm Tractor. This powerful farm implement will bo seem ploughing with a throe-furrow plough, drawing harrow-s and performing other work-a-clay tasks of the farm. Air If. AI. Ktonyer, Arcade. Timaru, is the South Canterbury agent for the tractor, and will be oil the spot to give all particulars regarding tho different models procurable, their prices, capabilities, and aii other particulars.

A. Washer and Co sell by auction tomorrow at 1.30 p.m. oil account of Airs ,1. Am mud at 83 High Street household furniture and effects, including ■upright Grand piano.

Tho combined Bible Classes of A\ aiJn.ate gave a farewell social to Aliss Nancy Logan oil Alonday night m Knox Hall, on the evo of her departure for Ivaiapoi. Airs Iverr, leader of the Presbyterian Y.W.8.C., referred to the guest’s bright and happy nature, fidelity, and enthusiasm, and wished her joy in her new sphere. Aliss Logan briefly replied. “Auld Lang Syne” was intercepted with “For she’s a jolly good fellow,” and a jolly evening concluded about eleven o’clock. Aliss Esther Logan was presented witli « book by tho League of Young Worshippers on Sunday last. Air R. J. Logan responded on his daughter’s behalf.

When the Timaru Presbytery was discussing yesterday a proposal to establish a theological scholarship of £SO a year, the question was asked what would be done if a second student appeared before a first had finished his course. Answer was made “We should think the millennium near if wo had two students from this district.”

Alessrs F. C. Alay, W. Mcßride,. J. E. Pigott, and L. B. James, have just returned from a trip to Lake Alexandria where, as members of the Council of the South Canterbury Acclimatisation Society, they planted 400 poplar and willow trees to provide much needed shelter at the lake. They report that rainbow trout up to 201bs, aro very plentiful in Scott’s Creek, where spawning is now going on.

Who will win flic Tests between South Africa and New Zealand V That is the question ( daily discussed in Timaru in places where men foregather. Of course opinion differs, but on one point there is a unanimous verdict. This is as to the super-excellence of E. Firkin’s hairdressing saloon in Stafford Street, next to the Excelsior Hotel. For a sliavo or a liair cut, a singe or a shampoo, you will find this saloon absolutely irreproachable. A fine and varied range of tobaccos, cigarettes, cigars, pipes, shaving accessories, pouches, brushes, awaits your inspection at Firkin’s. Pay a visit there To-Day. ...

The 1914 Standard.—Not since 1914 has the public of South Canterbury looked at prices that now prevail at Hannah’s Knock-out Boot Sale. Odd pairs and odd lines luvgp been priced indicating a give-away impression. Also our whole stock has had such a out, that the 1914 standard price is conveyed. You can buy “G Brand Bluchers at 11s 3d, Greenlndes at 28a lid, Aloti’s Alilitary Boots at 20s od. These are indications of what your money can purchase, but hasten. These are side prices. Hannah’s knock-out is on. ...

Alessrs Bust and Co., Drapery Specialists, Stafford Street, are making onother very special offer this week. In their No. 1 window they will show various materials at 2s lid a yard. No window, blouses and camisoles at 2s lid each, and No. 3 window, ladies’ nights in cambric and crepe, traced for working, at 7s lid each. The {mods in No. 1 window include silk anu velveteen. The offer is for Thursday, Friday and Satin-day only. ...

Here’s a health to my dear, and may South Canterbury keep her end up today. Merry men all. Golf Hose .all sizes, Titian Cloth, New' Gloves, New Millinery, New' Dresses, New Silks, New' Wools, New Coatfrocks, New Costumes and Coats, New' Worsted and Tweed for Gentlemen, New Hats, Caps, Ties, Now Coats and Overcoats, manufacturers’ stock, men’s sizes, all woof 67s 6d and 69s (id, a window of Shirts 6s 6d, New Rugs Kaiapoi and Roslyn 26s lid to 60s, lower numbers 19s lid, Flannels for Is Hid. Blankets too, Voiles in all taking goods clioap although wc say it. Cash! and wc can afford to move the stuff. Good service the motto. ...

Among the reported cures effected by Rat-ana, during, his visit to Ternuka, was that of Mr George Benson, or Morven, who has been a cripple for twenty years, and who for the most part could only get about on his hands and knees. He is now able to walk without any difficulty.

At the football match in Timaru today visiting Pressmen will include a representative of South African evening papers (Mr Blackett), and a representative of Reuter’s Cable -Agency (Mr AViil Lawson).

The Timaru ploughing match will bo held at AVashdyke to-morrow in a, paddock lent for tho occasion by Air D. AVilson. The entrance to it is off tv.o Point Road, opposite the AVashdyke School. Record entries have been received, and competitors will be present from north of Christchurch and south of Oa-mani. districts in between these centres being also well represented. Thero are five classes on the _ programme, and liberal prize money is being offered. Thero will be side attractions in tho form of a tractor trial, a, stepping competition, and a sheepguessing competition. Mr Bryant, of Geraldine, will bo responsible for the catering. At night a dance- will bo held in the AVashdyke Hall, and to this all competitors will bo admitted free. It is intended, if possible, to get. Mr Craigie, M.P., to distribute the prizes after the ploughing match.

Stop that Cough.—A safe and certain remady for a cough or cold on the chest is Ayre’s Cough Balm. 1$ possesses the healing properties of the bine. Its soothing effect is very marked in bronchitis, and is equally efficacious whether the cough is of a bronchial nature, following a cold, or a chronic winter cough. It quickly effects the removal of tne phlegm from the bronchial tubes, and allays the tickling of the throat, which induces fits of coughing. Perfectly safe for young or old. Price 2s 6d bottle, postage 6d extra.--E. O. Ayres, AI.P-S-; chemist, 73 Stafford Swoot South. Timaru, ...