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Hokitika Guardian, 15 March 1926, Page 2

Annnnssnco the Royal Society of Arts, the .Mastor of Rallied. Mr A. D. Lindsay, said the theory of .sovereignty and the notion of .sovereign powers were causing a great deal of confusion. The trouble in regard to the League of Nations was that it was supposed that it a State was to he a proper State it must be “.sovereign.” He- had never yet found anybody who knew precisely what that meant. If they turned to history they would find that the doetrine of .sovereignty was comparatively new. Tt arose when the great national States of Europe, especially France and England, wanted to assert emphatically their entire independence of the Holy Roman Empire and of the Church, and -ir entire superiority over the feudal aristocracy. Those who were imbued with the theory of sovereignty ill its old form felt they could only he entirely independent or absolutely subject. The essence of the League was an attempt to distinguish between domestic jurisdiction and domestic questions left to the constituent States and certain general questions affecting the whole world, and which it was hoped would he more and more (decided 4>y the League. There was a certain amount of practical difficulty in the sharp division of power implied, hut ;uo theoretical difficulty to anyone accustomed to federal government. Once people recognised the now attitude towards law which had been brought in by the existence of constitutional government and the different theory of sovereignty which it implied, he thought the difficulties that were troubling people about the relations between sovereignty and the League of Nations ought to disappear.

Entries for the Kumnra Easter race meeting close to-morrow evening with the Secretary, Mr 0. Pninment, Kama ra.

The Hokitika Bowling Club is sending a four-rink team to Runanga on Saturday next to pay a long deferred visit.

Miss B. Ryan, of Ross, wishes to notify the general public that her sale has been extended for another week, ending on Saturday, 20th. in.st.—Advt.

The usual practice of the Municipal Band will be resumed this evening at 8 p.m., when a full attendance is requested.

Don’t forget the dance in the 1 hrcc Mile Hall to-morrow (Tuesday) night. Lucky spot waltz, good floor, good music and efficient .MX'.—Advt.

A sale of work in aid ol St. Paul’s Church, Boss, is advertised to be held in the Totnra Hall oil Saturday next when there will be a fine display of produce, drapery, sweets etc., for sale.

Messrs AY. Jellifies and Co offer for private sale a residence of seven rooms with all modern conveniences, and a large glass house in profit, situate in Sale Street. Also a building site of a quarter acre, corner of Hoff a mil and Hampden Streets.

Bad weather is again iuterfemng with the Beautifying Association s projects. The bud weather and consequent lack of entries have caused the abandonment of the Flower Show this year.

The Westland schools excursion to Dunedin exhibition returned to Hokitika on Saturday evening by the express, there being a large crowd on the station to welcome them homo. The excursionists were loud in thcii praises of the very enjoyable holiday they had experienced.

Those interested in the Cirl Cuido movement arc invited to attend a meeting at tho Town Hail 10-moiiou evening at H o’clock, when Lady Marjorie Dalrvniplc. Cirl Cuide Commissioner for England, will give an address on the objects and benefits of the movement. Musical items and refreshments will lie provided.

The llou 0. J. Anderson. Minister for Mines, will reach Murchison from Nelson on Wednesday, where he will open Hie A. and P. Show on Thursday. The Minister proceeds to Reeflon, and arrives at Westport on Friday or Saturday. Mr Anderson will open the Karainoa bridge, and on Sunday h« will unveil the war memorial at Granity.

The sittings of the Stipr/.une Court ■it Hokitika, which commenced on Thursday last, and continued on Friday. entered on their third day on Saturday when the hearing of the civil action KilriilYu v. Searle took place. The case was concluded just before 1 p.in.. the jury ret Hi lling a verdict for the full amount claimed. The Court then adjourned for this day, and entered on the fourth day of the present. sittings this morning at 10 o’clock, when an appeal from the Magistrate's decision in an affiliation rev was dealt with.

Keen interest is being shown, says the Christchurch " Press. ’’ ill the public welcome to the new Bishop in King Edward Barracks on Thursday night, .March 25th. Short addresses will lie presented by representative clergy, and laity, his Worship' the Mayor, and leading citizens. The gathering is unique in the history of Christchurch and .New Zealand, marking amongst, other things the first occasion on which an English bishop has been given bv England to the Colonies.

A visitor to the Coast remarked that while there was much more motor traffic in Greyinnnlh than in Hokitika, it was safer here than in the southern town fur the pedestrian, as the drivers had a better idea of speed control and sal'ctv precautions. No doubt, when

inspectors are appointed lor the various parts of the West Coast, there will be a general improvement in the observance of safety precautions.— ” Grey Argus.” The agreements under which the coal-miners are working will expire on April 30 th. and the miners are endeavouring to get into touch with the mine-owners for the purpose of discussing wages and working conditions. A meeting of the National Council of the United Aline Workers of New Zealand will be held in Wellington on March 171li. The question of what wages demands are to be put forward and the subject of trade union unity generally in New Zealand are to be discussed. The miners on the West Coast and in some of the northern unions belong to the United Aline Workers’ organisation, but none of tho southern unions arc affiliated.

A Wellington correspondent says: Following the announcement fliaf ALr A. L. Afoiiteitli. former member for Wellington East, lias been successful in the contest for the position of workers’ assessor on the Arbitration Court curiosity lias been aroused regarding tile actual number of votes lie obtained. This will not be officially announced if former procedure is followed, as the appointment is actually made under warrant of the Governor-Gen-eral, who in doing so lias regard to the selection made by trade unions, though the relative position of candidates is not indicated when the appointment is gazetted.

Through crashing into a wire fence after a forced landing near tlic Hornby railway station, owing to engine trouble, on Friday evening, the undercarriage of an Avro training aeroplane piloted by Second Lieutenant K. A. M’Kenzie. suffered considerable damage, and one of the propeller blades was snapped off. Several smaller parts of the engine were damaged. The pilot was unhurt. The accident happened about (1.10 p.m. As tho machine was (lying over the Hornby railway station at an altitude of about 1000 feet the, top of one of the cylinders broke. The pilot made a forced landing in a paddock opposite tho station, but flic area of the ground was too small to allow him to check or turn the plane before it crashed into a wire fence, the wires breaking a propeller blade and tearing at tho undercarriage.

Newest Ensemble Suits, Costumes and Frocks, just opened up—McKay’s, The Leading Drapers.— Advt. Belting: “ TufFoid ” Leather Belting is giving ever increasing satisfaction to users. Strong, durable, easy running. Write for our quotes. R. P. M. Manning and C'o., 5 Bedford Bow, Christchurch.—Advt. Hokitika District High School navy serge uniform dresses, sizes 27 to 39 inches, prices 22s Gd to 31s 6d at McKay's the Loading Drapers.—Advt. Those in search of real genuine bargains should see the Men’s and Boys’ Coats offering this week at Addisons. Boys’ Coats front 10s, Men’s front 30s. —Advt. Happy children keep free from worms with Wade’s Worm Figs. Wonderful worm worriers.—Advt. Less labour and infinitely better results. These are the benefits of using “ Tan-ol ” tor polishing floors, furniture and leather goods.—Advt. Yes, a delightful sense of clealiness and harmony permeates the atmosphere where “ No-Rubbing Laundry Help ” controls the washing.—Advt.

Captain E. V. Conway, touring manager of the English Futurists, was in town on Saturday completing arrangements for the visit of his company on the 21th and 25th March.

Just landing a large consignment of choice dessert and cooking apples with instructions to sell at the lowest market prices. Paterson Mieliel and Co., Ltd.—Advt.

Members of the Hokitika Fire Brigadi.‘ team returned by Saturday’s express, after taking part in the Fire Brigade Competitions at the Exhibition.

The “ Grcv River Argus ’’ says that live vain a hie cattle were lost last evening in the Grey River. A mob of about a score was being driven along Mackay Street towards Preston .Road, when tliev stampeded along Tainui Street to Mawliera Quay, where all of them made for the wharf. The two drovers managed to head oft most oi them, but five of the animals rushed clean over the wharf, falling into the river where they were drowned.

Half-price sale ends on Tuesday, March Kith. Be in time, your money goes twice as far now which is a great consideration. Every department has wonderful half-price bargains at Modeller's, The Leading Drapers, Hokitika and Greymoutb.—Advt.

Just opened up, a fine selection of felts and ready-tn-wears, which are ifl'ered at reasonable prices. A corlinl invitation is extended to ladies to inspect. Pay an early visit to Addison's, Hamilton .St.—Advt.

Ladies! See McKay’s window display to-day. New Ensemble Suits Costumes, .Frocks, Coats, Hats and Furs McKay’s, The Loading Drapers Hokitika. —Advt.

A little cold makes much misery! Get prompt relief with “ Nazol ” the most effective specific. Always keep u bottle handy. Sixty doses for Is (id.—Advt.

Ladies’ New Winter Felt Hats and Roady-to-Wear Hats, smart styles, just opened up—McKay’s, Tlio Leading Drapers.—Advt. A simple. scientific remedy is •• Nazol.” Cures a cold like magic. Powerful and penetrating. GO doses Is (til.-—Advt.