NEWS OF THE DAY

Press, Volume XLIX, Issue 14831, 24 November 1913, Page 6

NEWS OF THE DAY

In the illustrated pages of the "Weekly Press," to be on sale to-mor-row, there are subjects of very wide and varied interest. The horrors of the I>ublin strike are euggested by a number of engravings, and the local upheaval is recorded in pictures from Auckland, Westport, and Lyttelton— the last-mentioned including a panorama showing vessels in the stream that are idle as a consequence of the strike. In contrast to all this trouble was the happy celebration of the jubilee of Palmerston South, of which there is a good series of illustrations, including the historical procession and a panorama of this splendid agricultural country. A most appropriate engraving for this time of tho year is tho frontispiece, which shows an extremely fine fleece. A local subject is the reception of tho Panama Exposition Commissioners, and from abroad are views of the Henley Regatta of Melbourne, the arrest of a suffragette and a sympathiser in London, and a set of views noting the evolution of the covers of England's popular "Punch." In other departments the paper is as interesting and attractive as usual, and is likely to be in much demand as a result.

Colonel C. J. Cooper informed a re-: porter on Saturday that ho had Riven instructions for the cancellation of the parade of the Lyttelton Garrison Artillery called for the 29th inst.

The Dunedin "Star" state? that Mr L. Mills, of Dunedin, has received word to proceed to Wellington in connexion with the erection of the new Parliament House buildings. This is understood to mean that Mr Mills and his partner (who is in Christchurch) have been successful in obtaining the contract. Mr Mills is at present engaged in carrying, out his contract for the stonework at the new Technical School buildings m Duaedin. . ■ . .

"I have no power to release a prisoner on condition that he leaves the country," observed his .Honour Mr Justice Edwards in the Supreme uourt at Auckland on Thursday. "Even tho Governor has not that power now. At tho time of the Maungatapu (Nelson) murders one of the prisoners turned Queen's evidence, and ho was granted a free pardon on the condition that he left the country. This Kβ did, and went to Australia. The authorities there naturally objected, with the result that the Governor was deprived of his power to releaso prisoners on this condition."

Largo numbers of people visited the studio, next Ballintyne's, on Saturday to view tho mysterious painting "The Shadow of the Cross." They were mostly sceptical and doubting, and left the room wondering. The painting as a work of art is distinctly crude,'with soveral technical faults, especially in the colouring, which is garish. Tho spectator is told to wait and watch, and tho electric lights are turned off, leaving the room in utter darkness. To some it may be only five minutes, to others longer, but the mystery happens to every visitor who enters the studio., Mr Edwin Kilpatrick will hold continuous receptions to-day from 1 to 5 o'clock.

The results of a shorthand theory examination, held last August, for pupils attending Miss Digby's Commercial School, have just been received from Sir Isaac Pitman and Sons, Bath, England. Tho following candidates have been successful in obtaining Pitman's Theory Certificate, the three firstnamed candidates being in order of merit: —Mr Athol G. Hunnibell, Miss Edith Goodall, Miss Alicia Tothill, Misses Iris "W. Baunton, Hinemoa Chivers, Winifred E. Dalton, Ellen Lanauze, Charlotte M Macilree, Lilian Maloney, Daphne Mclntyre, Emily Perreau, Lilian E. Rogers, Pearl M. Stringer, Gladys M. Williams, and Messrs John E. Eaglestone and Stanley Hooper.

At the Lyttelton Magistrate's Court on Saturday, before Mr T. A. B. Bailey, tj.M., a first offender, who pleaded guilty to a charge of drunkenness, was fined os and costs, in default 24 hours' imprisonment. Robert Ashley pleaded guilty to obtaining £2 by false pretences from a land agency firm in Ihinnevirke on September 23rd. Accused had represented that he wanted to buy a farm, and that ho had £300 worth of securities in Christchurch. On tho strength of this he borrowed £2 from a member of the firm. Sonior-Sergeant Ryan said Ashley had a record and, in fact, had only just come out of prison. The accused was convicted and eentenced to two months' imprisonment.

The use of "wireless" on steamers has often been demonstrated in regard to tho saving of life, the detection of criminals and suspected persons on board, and the flashing of news of important happenings. An example of its utility in the second category occurred last week. An individual who, it is alleged, had passed valueless cheques in Adelaide, was wanted by the police. He was searched for on board the steamer Indarra, just prior to her departure from Port Adelaide for Melbourne, by two detectives. As the officers had not much time at their disposal, and the ship was crowded with passengers and visitors, their task was difficult. The detectives were satisfied, however, that, their quarry wai secreted on the vessel, and took the precaution to supply the head stewards in all classes with a minute description of the man, with the request thai a wireless message be sent should he be seen on board after the Indarra's departure from the wharf. This action was approved of by the commander. Later the police received a wireless from Captain Osborno that the suspected crimiaal was travelling in the second class Th-a detective branch at Melbourne effected his arrest on the arrival of tho Indarra at that citj.

In tho hill-climbmg competition at JJunedin on Saturday -aessrs A\. B. fccott and Co.'s (Christchurch) 'Prince lienry VauxhaU" car won first place, and also the prise for tno fastest time. A Sporting Sunbeam" car was second.

It is gazetted that on Thurwlav. December 2Sth, Friday, December 26th. Saturday, December 27th. 1913, and Thursday, January Ist. Friday. January 2nd, and Saturday, January 3rd, 1914, the Government offices throughout New Zealand will be- closed.

At Auckland on Saturday decrees nisi were granted in the following cases:—Harriet Korth versus Albort Hugo Korth. habitual drunkenness and failure to support; Ada Minna Johnston versus George Henry Johnston, desertion.

The continuance of tho strike has made it necessary for we clergy of tho Christchurch dioccso to postpone their annual retreat, which was to have commenced to-morrow. Tht> decision has been arrived at, not because of lack of provisions, etc., but because the clergy realise it is their duty to stay among their people.

Tho annual rose show of the Canterbury Horticultural Society has been fixed for next Wednesday week. Pocember 3rd. The cool weather experienced of late has suited the roses this year, and if the weather continues to bo as favourable, the flowers promise to reach a very high standard. At present it appears that the date lisod will just catch tho roses at their best. Tho show is to be held in tho Art Gallery.

At the Grand Theatre yesterday afternoon the Rev. ,T. Flanagan opened his mission in connexion with tho Central Methodist Mission. There was a large attendance, and tho lecture by Mr Flanagan, "Taking Men Alivo," was followed with close attention, the eloquent narration of tho missioner's experiences in his work being most interesting. Each evening during the present week the Rev. J. Flanagan will continue his mission in the Durham street South Mission Church at 7.30 o'clock.

One of tho last things it would be supposed tho present strike would affect are the fish in the sea, and certainly no one would imagine that an industrial struggle on land would make whitebait more difficult to catch. A Wanganul Maori tried to impress upon a pakeha householder a day or two ago, however, that this was so, though it is to be feared that the pakeha merely regarded it as additional evidence of the Maori's fondness for driving a bargain. Asking Henare for a pint of whitebait, he was staggered to be told that the price was two shillings. "Oh, come now," ho said, "that is very dear; why it was cheaper than that a day or two ago." "Oh, yes," was Henaro's characteristic reply, "but, py korry, te strike he make him werry expensive."

The funeral of tho lato Mr C. T. Morgan took placo yesterday, tho services at St. Mary's Church and the Addington Cemetery being conducted by tho Rev. Canon Beau. There was a large assemblage at the graveside, including over 100 Freemasons, every in Christchurch and Lyttelton being represented The Provincial Grand Master was represented by W. Bro. F. C. B. Bishop, Pro. vincial Grand Secretary. The Mnsonio burial rites were conducted by R.W. Bro. Chambers, P.G.W., and W. Bro. Hatton, Master of Lodge Unanimity. The Prisons Department, Ancient Order of Foresters, Veterans' Association, C.E.M.S., and Civil Service Association were also represented, and a large number of floral tributes were laid on the grave.

Tho annual report of the Canterbury Society of Arts says:—Owing to tho election of the annual meeting of Messrs W. Menzies and P. L. Hallenstein as vice-piesideuts, two vacancies occurred in the council. Messrs L. G. D, Acland and R. Walhvork were oleoted to fill the positions. Tho Annual Exhibition was held in March, and was. very successful both in regard to the attendance of members arid the public. The" sales also showed considerable advance on last year. The Third Annual Arts and Crafts Exhibition wae hold in conjunction with a Sketch Exhibition, tho attendance and general interest showing a marked increase on last y.ear. A very attractive feature on this occasion was the working of various crafte, including jewellery work, enamelling, copper work, 1 china painting, lead light making,, the various processes of photography, etc., etc, and the Council wishes to express its great appreciation of tho assistance given by the exponents of these crafts, to whom the/ Society is much indebted. The annual grant of fifty pounds.(£so) made by the Cbristchureh City Council, was expended by the join! committee in the purthaso of "Up for Repairs," by Richard Walbrork, A.R.C.A, London. The picture entitled/ "The Unemployed," by Win. Greene, was also purchased by tho Council. The Council reports, with much pleasure, tho presentation to the Society of a marble bust of the Hon. E. C. J. Stevens, M.L.C. The bust was exocutotf in London by Mr A. L. Luchesi, from a plaster cast by the late Mr C. Kidson. The following nominations have been received to fill the vacancies on the Council: —President (.Hon E. C. J. Stevens), vice-president (Mr James Jamieson), honorary auditor (Mr N. L; Macbeth); councillors, Messrs L. G. D. Acland, E. C. Huie, C. F. Kelly. K. Neave, R. Herdman Smith, R. Wallwork, and W. S. Wauchop.

Shearers should not fail to inspect our stocks of T.U.S. sheep shears, both hollow ground and double hollow ground, also special stones and etonoil. Lewis and Anderson, 112 Cashel street W. G

Some very special linos procurable at either of Messrs Armstrong's stores to-day: Women's coloured or black laco hose, Is pair, some very choice lines of neckwear at English cost, a sample purchase, priced at 101 d. Is, Iβ 3d upwards; a great selection of coloured ribbons, 6 inches wide, 7J<l per yard, in all shades. 1

"Gentle and beneficent as a Summer Shower." —The "Daisy" Garden Spray, as supplied by us to the Domain Gardens. Christchurch and Ashburton. Simple and efficient. Hastie, Bull and Pickering, opposite Ballantyne's. 6

Walter J. Watson, D.8.0.A., London, Expert Optician (near Kincaid's). Accurate Sight-testing and Spectaclefitting, Repairs to Frames ar,d broken Lenses matched. Charges moderate. S

Sale of Humber Motors. 3Jh.p., 3-speed, £75 now. Free engine. £o7 10s new. "h.p., fixed, £37 10s now. 3Jh.p., 3-speed, £50. 3Jh.p., fixed, £45. Sucklings Garage, Worcester street. 2 We would recommend our gentlemen friends to view tho season's styles in shirts at Messrs . Armstrong. They have Silk, Tennis, Neglige, Cricket, in fact, any make, at wonderfully low prices. 2 Dr. Van Slyke, Specialist, Eye. Ear, Throat, and Nose, has removed to the Dominion Buildings, opposite Square and Broadway's. Telephone 744. 6 Look at the labels on Thomson's cordials, and you will see that this firm guarantees that nothing artificial is used in the manufacture. Nothing but the finest fruit juices arc utilised. Take no risks. Make, sure of purity. Get All grocers. Ford and Miram. agents. 2 Christmas is coming 1 If you have gifts for despatch to friends abroad, notify the New Zealand Express Company" Ltd. They will call for your parcels and forward them by mail steamer at cheapest rates in the surest fashion. Telephone 206. 5