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Hokitika Guardian, 16 February 1931, Page 4

I hk statement issued by Mr Forbes for consideration over the week end in regard to the national financial posit-ion was so clear and concise, that those who have studied it must have been impressed with the logic of the situation. The country is accumulating a very substantial deficit. The cause of this is well known and fully realised by those studying the export business of the Dominion. To allow the condition of drift to go on would be suicidal to the national welfare, for a financial climax would arise, and Now Zealand would drift into the 'unserviceable position Australia is placed in. Tt is essential to balance the Budget. Mr Forbes like a true statesman, has tackled the job, unpleasant though the task be. It is not pleasant to reverse existing conditions which under happier trading conditions have existed over a long time. But it is necessary to save the country from financial disaster, and the Prime Minister proposes to meet the position with economics and reductions, which unpleasant though the action is, are unavoidable. With the Government rests the responsibility of selecting the line ot policy, and it will he for Parliament, which meets in a little over three weeks’ time, tn pass judgment on (lie policy. There are indications that the Labour Party as a whole will not support the economies proposed. But some of the Party representing country interests at least, will he impelled probably to assist the man on the land who is the backbone of the country's financial stability. The Reform Party will he disposed to support the Government in most of the proposals brought down, and with that vote assured, the new policy will be adopted. Later in the year, the country will he given the opportunity to pass judgment on the Government action. Before that time arrives there will he reasonable opportunity to study the position, and time to form fair and impartial opinion on what is proposed. The Government is attempting an all round reduction in costs whereby production will ho cheaper and commodities will reach the consumer at less cost. Tim reduction in wages and salaries is substantial, but without award

rates under the Arbitration Act, being a Hu) reviewed, it would be unfair to reduce the one and not the other. It is the intention of the Government to effect an all round reduction. That is equitable and should ho effective in cutting down costs, and thereby cheapening production and enabling a greater out nut to result. As Mr Forbessaid. the level of wages has created a top-hcavv condition of affairs, and it is essential to remedy the injury being done. The Government has earned the >vmpalhv and support- of the nublia in its evident desire to achieve the end desired. It attempts a reconstructive policy which is founded on the one desire to do right by all. It hopes to achieve the greatest good for the great- ! est number, and to that attainment it should have the best wishes of all.

Don't miss the opportunity of visiting Yarralls Novelty Sale. Willnmi (.u.ilil me greatest value in kitchen goods offered. Saucepans from ]s lo 17- fid. ’'’moots from Is (id. Re «x----pec-fc to sell these lines in a few days. - Advt. The annual picnic outing for the pa.....ii', ,i, t.ic ...xiiial lio-pital took place yesterday to Kokatahi. I lie weather was ail that could lie dn.siicd for a •country outing, and a very enjoyable time was passed by one and all. Tlie Municipal Land was present at the picnic, and played a long programme of Humic. Sports and games were held during the day. and Uie outing proved a great success, a very eiucnaining time being provided lor Lln- p,Junes.

The State Galleries picnic on Cass Square on Suluimay, was as usual tlm largest public picnic of the year, some 133 J Unveiling by train while many visitors also came through by motorcar. As indicating the attendance, some 130. gallons of tea were consumed on the grounds during the day, the facilities on the Square being taxed to the utmost to keep up a continuous supply. In the. l nlto'inoon sports were held, and the .Meny-go-ruiind which, concluded its stay in Hokitika on Saturday was crowded through tlie stay of the visitors: The Borough and County authorities will have Upwards of one hundred men at work under No. 5 Unemployed .Scheme by Liu* end of the tveok. The men are being put on as quickly as they become eligible. The applicants for work must be registered as unemployed for 14 days before they can he given work. There is a flat rate of wages of Ms per day up to the end of next month. Erma the Ist April. if the No. 5 Scheme is continued, the wages will be married men 12s fid and single men 9s. Intending applicants should register without delay if they wish work under the current scheme. On tlm evening of February [3l.h, quite a large garnering ol Iriends assembled at the residence of Mr and Mrs .James Donovan, Okarito. '1 he function was organised pj celebrate the coining of age ol their youngest daughter, Mary. The evening proved a. very enjoyable affair. Mr F. Detincliy proposed the health and prosperity of Miss Mary Donovan, this was well received and heartily responded to, good w ishes being expressed by all assembled. Miss Mclntosh kindly assisted with the music and many musical items were rendered by those Indies present. During the evening songs were contributed by many of those assembled. Mr George Thomson ‘‘A Little Home in the A\ .Mr JT. Friend '‘Mountains of Moiirne,” Mr S. Allch ‘‘Just’ Plain Folk,” Mr ,j. Wilde ‘‘Mother Machmv ‘ aiid Mr L. Milliard “Will You Remember Me.” The Indies also contributed and the eelehrafiou voted a decided nuccess.

Worth seeing, big bargain linos still offering at Yarrull’s. Brunswick Table Model gramophone original price £22, now £lO. Brunswick Portable original price £lO now £5. Records Is each.—Advt.

Tile Christchurch Corsair Social Club hold a very successful railway excursion to Lake Maliinapua yesterday. The train was exceedingly well patronised, excelling i.’X])C(’tations. Some 520 excursioni'ts left Christchurch early yesterday morn ins; for the Coast, departing in the rain, which by the way was very welcome for the crops. Perfect weather prevailed on the Const for the reception of the visitors. A number detrained at (li-eymonth and also at Hokitika, to stop over with friends, but the bulk of the excursionists completed the journey. The train departed tin return from Lake Maliinapua at 5 p.m., passing through Hokitika about 5.30. The visitors reported a capital outing had resulted. They thought Lake Maliinapua an ideal spot for a large picnic. T'ke bush track approach to the lake was admired greatly. The coppers lately installed at the expense of the local Tourist Association, proved most convenient, and helped greatly. The Committee of the Corsair Social Club expressed thanks for all that had been done, and Imped to arrange another excursion later. At Paster time the club’s excursion will be to Dunedin.

There was a somewhat unhappy position at the conclusion of the play for the champion of champion singles at Runanga on Saturday. The play was arranged that each of the six competitors should play each other 21 heads, and that in the event of their being any ties for the winning position at the conclusion that a further 21 beads should he played by the players so affected. When the fifth round was being played two competitors were level when the 21st. head had been completed, and they were called on to play another head to bring a decision to the winner. One competitor objected to this course, claiming that it was a. tie. and that a further 21 beads should he played. There was a considerable amount of heat- shown by .supporters of both players, and much quoting of the rules. The Committee of Management nmt and decided that there was no tie in the terms of the rules and that all that was necessary was for an extra head to he played to find the winner of that game. This was aecordinglv done, and the winner having scored four wins, one more than any other competitor was Doled singles champion of the West Coast for the year. For table use insist on Sharland’s Vinegar—a condiment of absolute pur,tv strong and piquant. In bottle or bulk.—Advt.

Tile installation ceremony of Pacific Lodge, Hokitika, will take place on Wednesday next (not Tuesday as previouslv notified to members).

In addition to (lie advertised entry of stock for Jeffries and Co's, sale at Kokatalii on Wednesday next a special line of '2O Jcrsoy-Sliortliorn Cross heifers for Mr Pi ter Jones will be offered.—'A dvt. M e deeply regret to record itlie death of .Mrs Fleming, wife of Air Robert Fleming of Rcvcll Street which took plaee last evening aj her rtsidenci abler a long illness. Deceased was a native of Ashburton and 35 years oi age. She leaves a husband and family ol three young sons a mother, .Mrs Ham-ox at prcs.-nt in Hokitika, and ■ s.S'ier Airs Raivstorn ol C liristchnrch. to whom the sympathy of many Iricnds throughout tJie district will he extent! ud.