TELEGRAMS.

Hokitika Guardian, 12 September 1922, Page 1

TELEGRAMS.

[by TKLEORAI’II —PEll PRESS ASSOCIATION]

WAIKOKOPU HARBOUR. WELLINGTON, Septcmbor 8

The Waikokopu harbour project was introduced into the Arbitration Court through the waterside workers’ representative stating that it was intended to bring Waikokopu into the award. Air McHenry, manager of the Richardson Line, said they had better leave it out, ns the railway would be constructed long before the harbour was ready. A lot of dredging would be required, and as there was no dredge nor any wharves it would be years before there was a harbour. Asked a question by the Judge, witness said lie would rather not say too much about it, but would give the position if the Court would not allow it to be This, however, the Judge could not see his way to accede to.

SUPREME COURT. GISBORNE, Sent. If

The Supremo Court opened. Judge Chapman presiding. True bills were found in all eases including one in which George Monthouse is charged with attempted murder of William Campbell. “UUSSYFOOT’’ ARRIVES.

RECEPTION AT WELLINGTON WELLINGTON, Sept 11

“Pussyfoot” Johnson arrived irom Sydney by the Maunganui, and was met at the wharf by loaders of the Prohibition Movement. He Was given a warm welcome and entertained at dinner by leading men. He gives bLs first speech at the Town llall to-night.

RATANA TN POLITICS. WANGANUI, Sept 11

Between 200 and 300 Natives are expected to gather at Pnrikino, on the Wanganui River, next week. Ibo gathering will extend over four days. A Rugby football tournament, in which six Maori teams are competing, will he a day feature, while the evenings .. Ml he devoted to dances, concerts and political speeches, in connection with the candidature of Rnt'ana’s son. Tho Lower River Natives deny the recent statement in regard to destitution amongst the Maoris, and say that it is confined to one settlement higher up the river. BENNETT MEMORIAL FUND. WELLINGTON, Sept. 11.

The Bennett Memorial Shield for bn riders on Saturday was won by the Brooklyn Olympic Harriers, their team being:—Todd. Barclay, Scalehard, and Page.