DOMINION NEWS.

Hokitika Guardian, 9 January 1928, Page 3

DOMINION NEWS.

I (By Telegraph—Per Press Association. - FOUND HANGED. NAPIER, Jan. 9. A man, at present unidentified, was found hanging in a convenience on the Marine Parade yesterday morning about 6.45 o’clock, his body being still warm and fully clothed. The man appeared to be 45 years of age. He is sft in height .and of medium build. His hair is light brown, slightly tinged with grey, and lias a small ginger moustache and a heard of some three days’ growth. lie was wearing a brown tweed suit, a striped shirt, and lace-up hoots, and a grey cap. A basket of flowers was tattooed on his right forearm.

AIRMEN’S THANKS. DAXNEVIREE, Jan. 0

Mr A. McNico, trustee of the Tasman flight fund, lias been asked by the New Zealand airmen to convey their thanks to their hackers for the opportunity they have afforded and to state that in the venture the airmen will endeavour to justify the confidence reposed in them. Mr Mc-Nieol states that Lieut. MoncriefF and Captain Hood have entered on the venture at consul-] era hie personal sacrifice. They nroi both working mechanics and the money subscribed for the flight after meeting the heavy cost of the machine has notj permitted much to meet their personal: expenses in Australia. The administration of tlio scheme has been as economical as possible, and both aviators 1 have tiad to find money out of their j own pockets. Both men are married i and their wives have taken the keen-1 cst interest ill and given the greatest encouragement to the flight, sharing with their husbands the sacrifice entailed in the adventure.

McNicol says he joined with Lieut. MoncriefF and Captain Hood in their tribute to Captain Knight, who devoted his time and energy to the scheme, and whose enthusiasm was largely responsible for the support of hackers. One of the main motives behind the (light, McNicol states, is that it should he done by New Zealanders for New Zealand.

STRANDED SCHOONER SOLD. GISBORNE, Jan. 9,

The stranded schooner Maroro lias been purchased by F. Goodman, of Gisborne who will undertake salvage of such portions of the equipment as may pay for removal.

INQUEST. DUNEDIN, Jan. 9. At the inquest on Georgina Waters, single, 35, found dead in the lupins at St. Kilda. on Thursday last, the medical evidence shows the gullet was covered with an inflammatory membrane showing the delicate lining had been destroyed by some liquid swallowed shortly before death. Tho Coroner said no doubt the liquid had been selfadministered. He adjourned the inquest for an analysis ol the stomach contents. A FIRE. TATTMAEANUr, Jan. 9. A fire late last night broke out- at the rear of buildings in Main St. occupied by Gardner’s Ltd., drapery, and F. E. West, bakery. The fire spread with amazing rapidity in wooden buildings and had a strong hold when the alarm was given. The Brigade worked hard, and by brilliant work confined the fire to Gardner’s and West's. Gardner’s as completely gutted and "West’s dining room badly burnt. The origin of the fire is unknown. The building is occupied hv Gardner's is owned by J. E. Long, Auckland, Insurances on building are unavailable; insurance on stock and fittings £35(0. West’s premises are owned by Goodwin. Wellington. insurances are unavailable.

SHIP TROUBLE. AUCKLAND. Jan. 9

in reply to a signed .statement to the American Consul by four men of the shin. West Togas. Captain Williamson. master-of the vessel and chief engineer Conlall, emphatically denied all allegations, including complaints regarding the supply o.f food. They denied allegations of objectionable language and threats by the officers during the voyage from America. An outsider, who had meals on the vessel, substantiates the statements of the captain and chief engineer. One man, said to be tbe instigator of the trouble was signed off on Saturday. Tho rest of the crew are working quietly today.

SEAAIEN DESERT. AUCKLAND, Jan. 9. Seven of the crew of the German steamer “Kerston Afiles” deserted liel'oro the vessel left for Wellington on Saturday. A search of the city by the police and ship’s officers was fruitless. They are classed as aliens, and before the vessel will he allowed to leave New Zealand, a bond of £IOO will be required for each missing seaman.

ACCIDENTS. AUCKLAND, Jan. 9.

Frederick Edge, 34, a porter at the Grand Hotel, died at the hospital from injuries caused by his motor cycle colliding with a telegraph pole on now North Road. A married man residing at Alt. Albert, Adrien Greig, 20, sustained concussion of the brain by a fall from a motor cycle. His condition is fairly serious. The Hinenion arrived from Norfolk Island on Saturday afternoon. She was delayed on the voyage for four days by exceptionally stormy weather and very rough sens, which made the working of all island landing places very difficult. T. Rogers, of Otaliuliu, was thrown from a motor cycle while practising at high speed on Afuriwai Bench. He was removed to Auckland Hospital with concussion of the brain and severe injuries to the body. BODY RECOVERED. WELLINGTON, Jan. 9. The body of David Lauder who mis drowned near Somes Island when a fourteen foot yacht, capsized, was recovered on Saturday afternoon. Hie body of the other victim. Afackav. lias not yet been recovered.

SAAIOAN AFFAIRS. AUCKLAND, Jan. 9.

The Auckland office of O. F. Nelson has received the following radio from Apia—Concerning statements recently published reporting the sale of the .business to Lever Bros., “Nelson Company are negotiating with a London syndicate for a big South Sea combine, with Nelson as managing, director, conducting the business personally. All other reports are adverse propaganda.” AVestbrook William Alerecuth has been asked by the Administrator to meet the Alan Committee in Apia and submit to him in writing within one week what they propose to do to disperse Alan. They have informed the Administrator that no efforts on their part are likely to be effective, but they will try if desired.