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LOCAL AND GENERAL

The Defence Minister stated yesterday that recruiting was right up to date. The 11th and 12th drafts were full, and the authorities had the 13th well in hand. The Telegraph Office advise that telegrams to Italy addressed fo a code address are now permitted, provided the address was registered before July 1, 1914. iVo! A Press Association message from Auckland states: —The Prime Minister, the Hight Hon. W. F. Massey, says that as a result of his conference with shipowners a definite programme of shipping available for wool and other general cargo will be announced as soon as possible. ' The Masterton Borough Council ha3a man in its employ who is eighty-two years of age. He is at present engaged at excavating work and few in tlie gang can do a better day's toil. Fifteen wireless operators from the Auckland and North Auckland districts have been called up to go immediately to Trentham. Preparations are being made to exhibit in Melbourne some .of the articles taken from the German cruiser Emden. A number of guns was shipped to Sydney, where they now lie; awaiting a completion of the plans for\a full display of all the relics secured. An 'interesting exhibit is an eight-foot model of-the Emden, which was found in the cruiser shortly after she went to her doom. The model is skeleton framework, showing engine-room and other compartments. Its destination will be discussed at a meeting of the Federal Cabhiet. Queen's Hall, at Federal Parliament House, and the Public Library have been mentioned as likely places. In addition to the model of the Emden, • there are at the Navy s Office a binnacle and a number of charts 'which were used on the cruiser.

The net profit of the Mardi Gras festivals at Napier total £463 18s. 4d., including donations and the proceeds from the sale of programmes, which netted £140., Apart from the donations and programme revenue, the functions showed a net profit of £96 10s. The grand total, £4G3 18s. 4d., goes to the Wounded Soldiers' Fund.

A fortnight ago a cable-news message published; here, stated that Mr. Bonar Law, referring in the House of Commons to the efforts of the 'several Dominions in raising men, had said that by the end of June Australia would have 300,000 men and New Zealand would have raised 36,000 men, with regular reinforcements. As Mr. Bonar Law's statement appeared to place Now Zealand in an invidious position, the Defence Minister (the Hon. J. Allen) took steps to ascertain whether the report was correct. Yesterday Mr. Allen received a reply from Mr. Bonar Law stating that what he had said was tlmt Now Zealand would have dispatched about 36,000 at the end of January inot June). "That," said Mr. Allen,, "is nearer the mark."

In connection with the results of the Entrance Scholarship Examinations held by the University' of \ew Zealand in December last, and pub'ished yesterday, it should have been mentioned, with respect to tho Junior University Scholarships, that N. T. Sinclair was of the Auckland Grammar School as ivell as the Christchurch Boys' High School, and that N. Manson was also of the Auckland Grammar School as well as Nelson College..

Two men Who canie from the country a few weeks ago "knocked down" their cheques and found themselves as near penniless as possible at the end of last week. One had a penny, the other nothing. They sought shelter in promises in Lombard Street, but at 1 o'clock ou Sunday morning a police constable disturbed their rest, and yesterday morning they were proceeded against in the Magistrate's Court on a charge of being rogues and vagabonds. They admitted having been on tho premises in question, but denied that thej were vagabonds. One said that 'until three weeks ago he had been harvesting at Maraekakaho, in Hawke's Bay. The men were lVm. Rosser and Michael Leader. The police said there was no "record" against the men, but that this kind of trespassing must be prevented on account of the danger of fire. The Court entered a conviction, but did >not impose a fine, and advised tho men to quit the city for the country, and to stay there.

A question lias arisen as to whether a case which may be termed "a mattAof Is. 6d." shall be sent to the Supreme Court. The case was before the Magistrate's Court yesterday, Arthur Thompson being charged with having obtained credit by means of fraud m procuring a Is. 6d. meal from Denis Karantze, a Cuba Street restauranter. "That is an indictable offence," remarked the Magistrate. "Yes," said the defendant's solicitor, "and* it is over such a small matter that I suggest thatthe charge should be amended to avoid tlie necessity of going to the Supremo Court." The Magistrate said that he did not yet know the circumstances of the case. It might be trivial from tho defendant's point of view, and not otherwise. The solicitor added that the defendant's statement was that lie: was under the impression that ho paid for the meal, and so refused when asked to pay again. Tho case was adjourned for a few days.

The first prosecution of its kind under the Finance Act was taken in tlio Magistrate's Court yesterday, when J. Benson and Co. were charged with putting 011 a £2 10s. receipt a one penny: stamp instead of a twopenny stamp. Defendants said that, they had acted in ignorance of the law, and the police said that the prosecution had been brought in order that the provisions of the measure should bocome more widely known. The Court did not fine the defendants, but ordered them to pay costs, 7s. There is a dearth of labour in Hastings, particularly in skilled workmen. A local plumber informed a "Tribune" 'reporter that he was unable to get labour, and had consequently to refuse a number of jobs. Bricklayers are also said to be scarce, and operations on a number of contracts are being delayed in consequence.

. For holiday wear—Nothing more comfortable than a sweater. Good range in grey or heather mixture at 3s. lid. Geo. lfowlds, Ltd., Manners Street,—Advt.

Saturday, January 22, was the fortyfirst anniversary of the christening of lnglewood. Among tlie survivors of those present at tlie ceremony were Messrs. Thomas Kelly, G. I l '. Eubinson, 11. Stevens, T. E. Hamerton, and Jack Stagpoole. A splendid example to the Boy Scoutswas set by the lad Charles Hayward Williams, who was injured at the Scout Camp, Takapuna, as the result of a pearifle accident on Friday, states the "Tribune." As soon as lie felt that ho was hit, the boy withdrew from the firing group and lay on the grass. When asked what had happened to him, ha answered 1 : "I'm hit; don't tell the other boys." It was not till an hour and a half had passed that tlie camp was aware that an accident had occurred, during wliicli time the lad liad been removed to the Hospital. A message received from (London states that the Imperial Merchant Service Guild have received a telegram from the President of the Board of Trade stating that "certificated merchant captains and officers should not enlist, having regard to the paramount importance of maintaining- British shipping." Also, a communication, has been received from the Admiraltj which states that the Lords Commissioners have addressed an urgent letter to the War Office, pointing out that, so far back as May 18 last, they undertook to exempt 1 seamen from enlistment in tlie Army. In their lordships' opinion, l the urgent need for snch exemption has not diminished during tho past six months. Their Lordships request that"'urgent directions may v be given to prevent the dislocation of *tabeme trade by the withdrawal of the niercantlle marine personnel for service in the Army.—Sydney "Shipping List '* The Salvation Army has decided to open a home in Auckland for the reception of tho Auckland children of New Zealand soldiers who have lost their lives in the present war. For this purpose ihoy have secured a residential property on Clifton Road, Ponsonby, known as "Tho Grange." Most unusual was the story about a prisoner in khaki who appeared in the Magistrate's Court yesterday morning. Thos. Carroll was his name, and he escaped from the Waikeria Prison Farm, in the Waikato, on September 30 last. LatSr, he enlisted, and now. he was kick again in the hands of the police. It was admitted that while at Waikeria he had conducted himself well. "You were a fool to break out of that camp," said the Magistrate, wliase remarks indicated that lie had a favourable opinion of the conditions there. Carrol: "Well,' Your Worship. I eleared ,out with the intention of getting on tho clothes lam wearing now." He added that he had petitioned to be allowed to go to the war; that, ho had fought for Queen Victoria.and King Edward, and was willing to fight for King George; and that while waiting to go into camp he had lived honestly _by hard work. His Worship reckoned it a laudable idea to want to go to the war, but .observed that Carrol had broken the law, and must be punished. Tlie penalty was tine month's imprisonment.

11l discussing the question of extending trade between Japan and New Zealand the Japan "Times" says:—"The Japanese Government, it is understood, has hitherto refused to subsidise a New Zealand service,, but this fact should not deter some enterprising shipowners from trying out the new line. Thero exists in Ne.v Zealand a group of the most influential business men ready to financially assist any proposalstowardß the establishment of a Japan-New Zealand line. Their assistance would take the form of a guarantee on backward, cargoes. It is to.be regretted, therefore, that the trade between the two countries should not receive the stimulus that is required in better shipping facilities, for it is a trade which would become in a very few years a prc.it asset, to Japan's commercial activity and which would equally benefit Now Zealand."

A Nelson soldisr, writing, from LenK nos, records a curious coincidence. H<> states that while Private William Rowlands was unpacking stores there, ihe came across a case of apples whichjhe had packed' while in the employ! of Messrs. E. Buxton and Co., Ltd,' of Nelson.—"Colonist." ,

After the holidays the Y.M.C.A. bflys' rooms presented an animated appearance for the opening last Friday night. Tlio boys' rally was addressed by Mr. Dimant, of Melbourne, who_ received a most cordial welcome. Miss Dimanfc greatly assisted with her singing, which was enjoyed by all. Buring Christmas, the Scout camp at Titalii Bay proved a splendid innovation, 43 boys being -under canvas for a fortnight. A group camp, held At Otaki'by Mr. Mears, was attended by 18, and the boys returned muck benefited in health. At New Year Ijhe boys' Gordon Hall, Christchurch, played the annual match, the local team winning by 106 runs. Junior and intermediate basket ball games commence on February 2. A special feature this year will be the Dinner-Hour Club, where business boys n 'dl be able to obtain, a .cup of tea with their lunch at a small charge. A year or two ago mangrove or rock oysters were to be found in large quantities north of the Bay of Islands, as far as Parengarenga. The Marine Depart; ment has decided to endeavour to ascertain exactly what quantities of oysters can be secured from that quarter, ana also what can be done towards improving the beds. For this purpose Mr. b. F. Ayson, chief inspector of fisheries, who is now in Auckland, intends to visit the north in a day or two. Durma his visit Mr. Ayson Tvill make » special Departmental investigation in regard to oyster cultivation at the Bay of Islands,

' THE CHEVROLET 4.90. The Dominion Motor Vehicles, Ltd., 65 Courtenay Place, are pleased to be now able to announce the arrh-al in Sydney of their first shipment of Chevrolet 4-90 Motor-cars. On and after Wednesday, January 19, one of these cars will be at the service of inSeadinp purchasers fot demonstrations and trial runs. Priw »E225 (approximate).—Advt.

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Dominion, Volume 9, Issue 2677, 25 January 1916, Page 4

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LOCAL AND GENERAL Dominion, Volume 9, Issue 2677, 25 January 1916, Page 4

LOCAL AND GENERAL Dominion, Volume 9, Issue 2677, 25 January 1916, Page 4

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