General News.

Press, Volume LX, Issue 18218, 31 October 1924, Page 8

General News.

Mr John Pongla--. of Glasgow, editor of tho "Douglas Year Book." who is (in ;j holiday to the Dominion, has consented to give ;i lecture on "Robert Burns" during his stay in Christchurch.

Tho Municipal Baud t.lau? Tramway Band) lias entered tor the A grade tost, ami quickstep competitions at, the Auckland con to 5 b in February next, also tho hymn selection. Tea soloi.-bt will also compete, and one quartetLo party.

A vio''-. v. a.-, paid to the Hanncrdale Home tor disabled soldiers en Wednesday by Colonel H. btcwart (president), .Messrs -M. \V. Cummings (treasurer). G. Harden (member of executive), and AV. E. Leadley (secretary) ot the Christehurch Betumed Soldiers' Association. Presents of books, cigarettes, and tobacco were taken to the patients who all appeared to be very satisfied with their treatment.

The Oliristchurch Diocesan Synod, at the close l , of its recent session in the Provincial Chamber, unanimously passed a resolution according its heartiest thanks to tho Minister of Internal Affairs for granting the use of the Chamber for its session, and warmly recognisins: the great care and courtesy shown by the caretaker and attendants of tho building: in connexion with tho use of tho room, and the arrangements made lor the comfort and convenience of tho Synod. Tho New Zealand Astronomical Society has received a cable message from the" Central Astronomical Bureau. Copenhagen, reporting tho discovery of "a telescupk' object'' not more particularly described —by a Berlin observer named Baode, on October 23rd. The object, which was of magnitude 10.0. and was therefore only visible- through a telescope, was at tho time in the following position: P..A., 21h sm, increasing oin per day; Declaration, lo de?r. 28m N., decreasing 40m per day.

The now central railway hooking office, comprising a portion of the premises in Here-ford street, formerly occtipied by the New Zealand Shipping Company, is to be opened for business at- 0 o'clock next Monday morning. In addition to issuing tickets for railway journevs in any part of the Dominion, the office will be used as a- lwiving depot for small parcels, up ti 561b in weight, for carriage on the railways. As pxplainod in a special message from the Wellington correspondent of_ "The Press" in yesterday's issue it is not intended at present to cheek passengers' luggage at the central booking office. In the course of his address at the quarterly social of the Canterbury Justices of the Peace Association last evening, Mr W. J. Hunter said that while the Supreme Court in Christchurch was a very picturesque building, it was now quite out of date. "In the summer it 'is oppressively hot, and in the winter it is as cold as a graveyard." It was the opinion of the Law Society that the time had come when they should have a Court which, would accommodate two Judges at the same time. If the Justices of the Peace Association would assist in endeavouring to obtain better buildings, the profession would be very grateful. The hot weather is extra trying to the feet—especially to corn sufferers. A quick and certain remedy lies in Me Arthur's New Extra Strong Corn Cure, which quickly removes the most obstinate and agonising corns without pain. Is Gd a bottle, from McArthurs, Ltd., Chemists—same building McArthurs' Corner —but tho entrance is in Colombo street only. 6 T. Armstrong and Co.,' Ltd., apologise to the number of ladies who visited the Manchester Departments for a supply of our famous double-width Eeal Irish Linen in all colours, but who were disappointed because of stocks running out. AVe have now received a new shipment of this beautiful dress material in all the latest colours, including green, helio, saxe, navy, pink, etc. The price is still 3s 3d and 3s Gd yard. On sale at both shops. 0

Hurunui Babbit Board Election Monday Next. —All ratepayers that supported the petition to Parliament are reminded that the following gentlemen have been chosen to contest the election on their behalf:—Messrs Hanmer Atkinson, James Heasley, J- H. L. Hiatt, W. J. McMillan, John Sloss. Reply to misleading and false statements circulated by recording your vote in favour of selected candidates. —W. L. Wright, Hon. Secretary Central Committee, Hawardon.—October 31st, 1924. 6 GOOD ITSED, CAES FROM £lls. MOTORING FOR MEN OF MODERATE MEANS. Motoring is no longer the monopoly of the wealthy- Hundreds of working men now own cars, and find that both first cost and upkeep are Avell within their means. Adams Ltd. have in stock good used cars from £lls upwards, suitablo for all general purposes. Easy terms are arranged, if desired, and free tuition in driving is given if necessary. Why not buy a car and learn to drivo before the Christmas holidays? One of these cara is sure to suit vour needs:— £lls "A.C." (English), small 2seater car, newly finished, smart appearance, electric lights. Tory economical. Can bo run for a few shillings a week. £125 buys a neat 3-seater Delagc (French), finished in white, or a good Studebakcr touring car or roadster, with electric lights and starter. £275 buys a very fine Dodge touring car, recent model, newly finished in cream; electric lights and starter. £3OO buys a Studebaker Light Six, late model, newly finished; electric lights and starter. Same guarantee as new-

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