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Hokitika Guardian, 11 August 1926, Page 2

The 'Government Continues to show special attention to the task of fostering- agricultural interests in the Dominion. “That the action of the Department of Agriculture in appointing an officer to give his whole time to the study of agricultural economics, as affecting farming in New Zealand, he commended.” This remit, from the produce committee, was heartily endorsed last week at the Dominion Conference of the Farmers’ Union. In moving the remit. Mr AV. W. Mulholland (Darfield) said that New Zea-

land led the way in stpck breeding, but when it ennie to the business side they had much to learn. Mr E. J. Fawcett (of the fields division of the Agricultural Department), said that the fields division was primarily occupied with instruction on the farm. Its officers had at first been looked upon with suspicion, hut to-day they were cordially welcomed. It was only within recent years that farmers were interesting themselves in farm economics. The Department had decided to carry out investigations along these lines in New Zealand. Without the whole-heart-

eel support of tlie farmers themselves, the Department could do little. The Department intended to send out questional res to farmers, which should bring forth valuable information. This system had been carried out in England and America with unqualified success. They intended to endeavour to

find out what was crippling the farms which at present were not paying. The sooner they had the scheme going the sooner they would have information to nlaoe l>efore farmers. The next step is to get the farmers interested in a practical way in the scheme. On the Coast.. Mr C. S- Dnlgliesh, fields’ officer. has given good advice and demonstrated the success of the advice. The experiments, as far as they have gone, have .given 'valuable information, hut the knowledge does not appear to be availed of to any great extent. It is advisable for the settlers to give me—encouragement to the officers of the Department for the good work which is being carried out,

A light Keystone boring plant is offered for sale in this issue.

The adjourned meeting of the Westland Acclimatisation Society will take place this evening at the County Chambers at 7.3!) o’clock.

Arrangements are in hand for the holding of a Field Day at Waimaunga State Farm for the purpose of enabling the farmers to inspect the results obtained by manurial treatment of the swede crop. Swede growing on the Coast has not been satisfactory, hut tlic crop at Waimaunga shows that notwithstanding had climatic conditions quite satisfactory crops can he grown.

Entries for the Westland Elocutionary and Alusi'cal Competitions close with the Hon. Secretary, Mr J. W. Morris, on Friday. A good response is looked for. as several of the scholars of different schools are busy preparing. The time-table will be arranged after the close of the entries and it is hoped to have two full days’ competitions on Monday and Tuesday. August 23rd and 24th.. the first day at the Town Hall and the second night at the Princess Theatre.

Infectious and other notifiable diseases, reported in the Canterbury and AVest Coast Health districts during the week ended noon on Monday totalled 42, as follows: —Scarlet fever, 5; diphtheria, 13; tuberculosis, 4; .puerperal septicaemia, 1; pneumonic influenza, 9; pneumonia, •6; erysipelas, 1; septic abortion, 1. West Coast: Diphtheria 2. Deaths in the Canterbury Health district totalled C—tuberculosis, 1; pneumonic influenza, 3; pneumonia, 2.

The wedding of Mr Thomas Patrick Malloy, of AVaiuta, to Miss Vera Earl, only daughter of Mr and Mrs J. Earl, of Greymouth, was solemnised at St. Patrick’s Church, Greymouth, yesterday morning. Nuptial Mass was celebrated bv Her.-Father McGuire, assisted by Her. Father Long. The bride who was attired in a cream frock.trimmed with fawn, with lint to match, was attended by her cousin, Miss Hannah McHugh, who was similarly attired. Mr Arthur Malloy was best man. At the conclusion of the ceremony, the wedding guests were entertained at Harker’s Tea Rooms, Mr and Mrs Malloy leaving later by motor on their honeymoon trip.

A conference was held last week in AA'ellingtou of Government Tourist Department agents. Much useful work was put through, and the improvement of facilities for handling the increased tourist traffic now coming to the Dominion was thoroughly discussed. The Department had a record year last year, and it is expected that the coming, year will show a still further increase. It is generally recognised that the tourist traffic is in its infancy so far as New Zealand is concerned, and it is hoped that the traffic will eventually find its right place as a substantia! revenue producer to the country.

Flannel undershorts, Shetland and Grey, all wool, usually 8s Gd, McKay’s salo prieo As lid. —Advt.

A daring hat and coat thief has been at work r<at the Cambridge Terrace (Christchurch) Methodist Church lately. His activities were nipped in the bud last Sunday night, and his raid on the eliurch vestibule resulted iu a stern pursuit. Mr H. Chaplin, one of the stewards, was sitting near the door, and about half-way through the sermon ho felt a draught. 'lnvestigating, he found a man in the lobby with his arms full of the hats and coats of other people. The thief made off immediately. Air Chaplin, whose years were too great a handicap in a chase, called three younger members of the congregation, and they set off in pursuit. The thief threw away all his loot except one hat, and his good start enabled him to make Ills escape.

Pressing a small lever at Lake Coleridge on Mondavi the Minister of Public Works (the Hon. K. f>. Williams) threw the giant wheel of the No. 7 generating plant into action, and released the energy which will mean an addition of 7500 k.w. to the electrical supply of Canterbury. The official party, consisting of about seventy invited guests, included members of both branches of the Legislature, as well as representatives of the largest direct consumers of Lake Coleridge current, and also the contractors responsible for the work in connection with the new power plant. No speeches were delivered at the actual turning on of the current owing to the deafening rumble that prevails in the power-house, hut addresses were given by the Prime Minister and others in a large marquee, where luncheon was provided for the official party, in the course of which the co-operative party under the leadership of Mr J. Behan were highly complimented for the successful manner in which they had carried the tunnel works through to completion.

The funeral of the late George Delbridge took place; yesterday afternoon 'and was largely attended. The cortege moved from the residence of tho deceased shortly afte two o’clock, being headed by a firing party of Territorials and fallowed by South African Veterans and Returned Soldiers. Next came the members of the Masonic fraternity. Behind the hearse came the relatives and then followed the general public. At the Methodist Church a short service was conducted by the Rev. Knowles-Smithj with Mr IV. E. Perry at the organ playing the Dead March in “Saul.” At the graveside the Rev. Knowles-Smith conducted the Church service, and the Rev. J. Perkins conducted the Masonic burial service. Three volleys were fired by the Territorial squad and the “Last Post” was sounded by Bugler Boss. A large number of wreaths were bid on the grave testifying with the many expressions of regret to be heard, the high esteem in which the deceased was held and tho wide circle of friends made while in the community.

During the speechifying after the formal opening of the duplication works at Lake Coleridge on Monday, the Hon K. S. Williams said that it had been decided to name the number seven tunnel after the Prime Minister, and it would be known as the J.G.C. Tunnel. Mr D. Jones, M.P., said that that was an important day for the people of Lake Coleridge. They had watched the plant grow, some of them from the early days. He said that the Government would he delighted to see more jobs carried out by co-operative parties. The people of Lake Coleridge had expected to see Mrs Coates at the function, but she had been unable to be present. The residents, however, wished to present her with a token of their goodwill. On their behalf, he banded the Prime Minister a silver tea service for Mrs Coates. Mr Contes, replying. said that it was very kind of the residents to make the gift. Mrs Coates would be delighted with it. I was an unexpected .gift, and, coming from the people it did, be appreciated it very much. They had been wonderful men who had been engaged on the work in connection with the new plant. His one regret was that there was an accident. It was verv unfortunate.

Ladies silk and wool jurrmers and cardigans, usually 22s 6d, McKay’s sale price 16s lid.—Advt.

Are you right for “ No-Rubbing Laundry Help ” ? If not, ring your Grocer immediately. A Is packet does washings beautifully.—Advt.

Ties.—Men’s silk wide end ties, usually 3s lid to 4s lid. McKay’s sale price Is lid.—Advt.

Nurse Spring of the Plunket Society will be in Hokitika as usual to-morrow and may he consulted in the afternoon at St. Andrew’s Hall at 3 o’clock. Alessages left, with Airs Geo. Perry or the Vicarage will receive attention.

The annual plain and fancy dress ball under the auspices of the Druids’ Lodge takes place in the Soldiers’ Hall to-night. A very large attendance is expected and very complete arrangements have been made for a successful

gathering,

The Police Commissioner (Mr AL’Uveney) stated on Saturday that the Wellington constable Who struck a civilian with a baton recently had been suspended and would be charged with using undue violence. The constable had already privately compensated the civilian.

The Returned Soldiers’ Popular Euchre Tournament will be continued in the Soldiers’ Hall next Friday. Aug. 13th. at 8 p.m. sharp. The following valuable prizes will be for competition/ Ist. prize: Kaiapoi travelling rug and large suit ease; 2nd. mounted salad bowl and servers;'3rd. mounted honey jar; 4th thermos flask. The four prize winners each night play off for a ladies’ or gents’ bicycle at the end of season. Supper. Admission 2s.—Advt.

At a meeting of tlio committee of tho AA r cst Coast Rugby Union held last evening, in reference to Star Club’s protest re awarding recent Star v. Hokitika match to Hokitika by default, it was resolved to advise the former Club that tho Union Had decided to adhere to its original decision, and pointing out that now Hokitika team had withdrawn from the competition, the 'Star and United teams were now equal, both l>eing one game up.

The All Saints’ Tennis Club Ball at the Soldiers’ Hall on AA’ednesday, Aug. 18th promises to be a great success. The music supplied by Air C. Ross’s orchestra will go a long way to assure patrons of a very enjoyable evening.— Advt.

A writer in a Christchurch paper says:—lt may not be generally known that the AA’ataroa River, AA’est Coast, is the home of the only colony of white herons in the Dominion. Okarito Lagoon, some four miles from the lagoon at the mouth of the AVataroa River, is their haven, and they breed on the banks of the Roto Creek, which runs up from the lagoon. Recent visitors saw seven herons sitting on the hanks of tho creek, and five more in the lagoon, none of'which was difficult to approach.

Seven carts loaded heavily with vegetables for the day’s market were held up on Monday morning at the corner of Kilmore and Barbadoes Streets, Christchurch. A little knot of drivers stood on the kerbing deliberating whether their horses could get safely over the glass-like surface. This was at about 8.13 a.m. The crossing was like glass with the frozen hail and rain. The vegetable market was saved through a shower coming along at about 8.30, after which the -horses were led gingerly across. There were many pedestrian skaters. ATost of them had skating thrust upon them. They could not (help it. Frost to the extent of 10.9 degrees was registered. There was a shower or two of light hail on Sunday night, and this assisted to make the ground white.

“ I venture to say thiit a Bill dealing with the highest welfare of tile child, and through the child with the greatest welfare of our country, ought not to he regarded as a. party question. If members of the House are absolutely convinced that saying the Lord’s Prayer or reading select passages from the Bible are going to harm tho child, or 1 lie character of the child, then let them vote against it, but if they are out for the highest welfare of the child, if they are out for the drawing out of the child’s character, then it is tlieir hounden duty to support tho Bill now before Parliament,” said Archbishop Averill at a Bible' iu Schools meeting at AA’ellingtou on Sunday. “If the Parliament of this country is going to refuse to accent the decision of the majority in this matter, .then we warn them there is nothing left to dp hut to go Heart and soul for denominational schools. It is the duty of the Church to do everything possible for the welfare of the child.”

It is all very well for a .singer when the audience bursts into applause, but it ceases to be a joke when an electric, lamp in the fotliglits bursts with a noise like a nine-pounder gun. This is what happened at the first concert given in the Auckland Town Hall by Toti Dal Monte. The singer was singing a second encore, when the house lights began to flicker strangely, and all of a sudden one of the lamps in the centre of the footlights exploded * with a loud report, and minute pieces of glass shot all over tho platform, some of which struck the singer, who started hack throe or four feet with a look of the greatest surprise, but though sly made this “ gesture,” she was artist enough to continue singing, so that any chance of panic in the audience was at once prevented. "When the people left the hall it was found that there had been a serious blow-out in one of the underground, high tension wires in Shortlaml Street, where a section of the cable was found to he in flames. It is no wonder that the local papers referred to the diva’s electrical success.