THEY SAY-

Kaipara and Waitemata Echo, 7 August 1919, Page 3

THEY SAY-

That a per mil; is not required to travel from Helensville to the South station. It's in the suburban area ?

That the Citizens' Bali promises to be just " it." Preparations are going with a swing.

That the fox-trotters (no connection with prime baconers) had better hurry and get some dances in. An American city has prohibited the fox-trot. Who knows but what our local authorities may be following suit.

That the socials don't start very punctually. It's not the fault of the promoters—they are always up to time, but the audience will not arrive at 8.

That the concert choir were quite "savage " at not being able to travel. A " korero " with the chief railway " rangitira " had no effect.

That the Springs baths still need modernising, and some other method of raising the necessary funds should be instituted.

That journeys to the city on matrimonial matters have been quite popular lately, and one or two surprises have been sprung. Congratulations!

That rapid promotion awaits the railway official who can discourage the biggest number of intending passengers from travelling.

That in 1913 the most favourable report the Railway Department could issue was in regard to the largest number of passengers carried. To-day the most favourble sign is the increasing decrease in train travellers.

That Helensville is noted for the small numbers who attend public meetings and the large numbers who dpn't.

That Whangarei defeated Wairoa by 42 to 14. Wairoa beat Kaipara by 23 to 6. A Whangarei and Kaipara match would probably amount to a cricket score.

That Bill and Joe are not going to speak on the political situation —just yet. There'll be no stopping them in a few weeks from speaking night and day.

That there are eight probable starters for the Masterton seat. All after an easy " screw " for hard work.

That the more heated the coal miners and Government get, the less heated the public finds itself.

That the R.S.A, in Auckland recently stated that it was a pleasure to deal with the N.A. Land Board, owing to the courtesy extended. Another North Auckland company is known for its politeness, as both shareholders and directors always address their secretary as Dear.

That the South Island borough of Tapanui advertised for an energetic man as follows: — " Wanted: A man to fill the position of Nightman, Lamplighter, Caretaker of Cemetery, Poundkeeper, Motor-car Inspector, Caretaker of Hall, Ranger, and General Utility. Wages, 11s per day for day work, and £1 5s per week regular in addition in respect of night work and lamplighting, also £6 per annum for motor inspection, and other small extras. A man with some taste for ornamental gardening would be preferred."