ROSS NEWS.

Hokitika Guardian, 11 December 1917, Page 4

ROSS NEWS.

(Our Own Correspondent.) i The lime works have been started some few days, and very good progress made with the foundation sites in what is known as the second gully fiom-tho'bridge in Donnelly’s Creek. The site selected for the kiln is some SO feet above the level of the Creek, giving every facility for treatment without any lifting. The limestone will be lowered from the facds some 260 feet above the kiln. After burning, it will bo n.m ilown to the pulverisers, aud then into a large bin or paddock which will be some feet above the level of the Creek, thus avoiding any handling. The only article to be elevated will be coal for burning purposes. This will be done by elevating belts. Judging by the manner the work is being laid off, the only tiling required will be the human hand to regulate the lowering of the required quantities for burning, pulverising and carting away the finished article. Mr Upjohn and his seven men will soon have the whole scheme far enough advanced for the installation of the plant. Mr Coates reports a very satisfactory trip south where the farmers have decided to give the project ever) support financially, also declaring their intention to keep the plant going for the supply of cheap lime. This is the object of the whole concern.

The many friends of Mr Thomas Tulley, a former resident of Hokitika for many years, will regret to hear of his serious illness which is causing his relatives some anxiety. One and all will .join in wishing this jovial pioneer a speedy turn for the better.

The local effort on behalf of the Patriotic Funds ou Boxing Day is well forward, the various Committees having got their various operations into good shape. The surprise packets are selling like ripe cherries, many valuable prizes having been donated. One item worth mentioning is five 201 b cheeses; also a number of sheep and lambs are to be got for the nimble shilling. Have yon got a t icket ?

The special effort of the Overseas Club to reach the thousand pound mark before the end of 1917 will receive its quota from our loyal little town, to help to cheer our brave lads with a. pipe of ’baccy or a fag. May ir, also tend to strengthen their mighty arms against the foe, is the hearty wish of all donors.