TOWN AND COUNTRY.

Lyttelton Times, Volume CXVI, Issue 16751, 5 January 1915, Page 6

TOWN AND COUNTRY.

The following auctioneers' advertisements appeaa- on page 11:—Dalgety and Co., Limited, and Charles Clark. A meeting of the U.A.O.D. Bud of Hope Lodge, Rangiora, was held last evening, there being a small attendance of members. On tho motion of Brother H. H. M'Nelly, seconded by Brother W. Rouse, V.A., a vote of condolence and sympathy with the family of the late Brother J. J. Wilson was carried in silence. Brother Wilson had been secretary to the Lodge for a period extending over thirty years. Brother P.D.P. W. Bridget was invited to officiate at the installation of officers for the ensuing term, and the ceremony will take place on January 18.

Entries for the sweet pea, rose and carnation show, which will tako place-to-morrow in the Art Gallery, closed last evening, • the number being over 500, which constitutes a, record for the Society. All classes were well filled. The show will bo opened by his Excellency the Governor, who will be accompanied by the Countess of Liverpool, at 2.30 p.m., and will remain open till 10 p.m. AH exhibits must be staged not later than 10.30 a.m. In addition to the competitive display the following firms will make trade exhibits: —Christchurch Nurserv Company (roses), A. W. Buxton, Ltd. (roses), Nairn and Sons (roses), I>. Bradbury (sweet peas and carnations) and Couisins, Jhinedin (carnations) and Archer and Halliburton (carnations). Just a little "twist" and that vague "invention idea" of yours may win fortune and fame. Now we're Patont Agents, and our little booklet, " Advice to Inventors," is free to you; where shall wo send it? It may just "do the trick." Henry Hughes, Ltd., Dominion Buildings, Cathedral Square, Christchurch. XI

Your money will buy more if you furnish at Drayton's. Bia selection of Crockery and Useful Household Necessities, and a little saving on each; Is discount in £l, and all goods carefully packed and delivered in c &y an< * suburbs. Visit our showroom to-day. "Drayton's." 7(55, Colombo Street. 1756

A Press Association telegram from Timaru states that the Caledonian Society's takings for tho two days' sports were £458, which is £54 more than last year's receipts.

At tho parade of the Citizens' Defence Corps at tho. Avonsido Church on Sunday morning, there were present fifty-six men of the Linwoorl unit under Captain Maxwell, and forty-five men of the Richmond and Avonside unit under Captain Ward. Tho manager of tho To Orauga, Home wishes to thank the following friends for donations for Christmas:—Secretary of tho flyman Marks Trust, D.1.C.. Messrs Strange and Co.. MiGeorge King, Messrs Mason and Co., Messrs Aulsebrook and Co., Mrs H. R. Smith.

The fact, that no one was nominated to represent the. Lincoln sub-district on the South Waimakariri River Board creates an extraordinary vacancy on that body, and an election to fill tho vacancy will bo held on January 2'o. Nominations will closo at noon on January 23.

What is stated to be a record in trout fishing so far as Canterbury is concerned has been established by three Christchurch sportsmen, Messrs Hiddlestonc, Drake and Bullivant. In throe days' fishing in the Opihi and Temuka Rivers they landed 386 trout, all on the fly, the fish averaging one to two pounds in weight.

Fruit, especially apricots, will be very scarce in the Alexandra district this year (savs a correspondent of the "Ota"go Daily Times';). One big grower states that ho will have nothing but pears, owing to the exceptional frosts. The Department will give a demonstration shortly of fire-can methods of fighting the frosts. The Hon R. H. Rhodes, PostmasterGejieral and Minister in charge of Hospitals, received public and private deputations yesterday at the Provincial Council Chambers. He afterwards visited the Christchurch Hospital, where he had a consultation with the Hospital authorities on the question of purchasing extra land for use at tho Sanatorium.

The following programme will be played bv the Ist Mounted Rifles (C.Y.C) "Band on the St Albans rotunda this evening, at eight o'clock: —March, "Left Right" (Ord Hume); waltz, " Hurndilla " (Thurley Beale); selection, "Old Memories" (Rimmer); cornet polka, " Besses o' th' Barn " (J. Clement); overture, "Sylvan Glade ' (E. Villiers); Indian romance, " Hoboraoka" (Reeves); selection, "The Quaker Girl" (Lionel Monckton); march, "The Gladiator's Farewell" (Blankenburg). The Acting-Chief Postmaster, in a circular to business people in the city, states that it has been decided that tho holder of every automatic stamping machine must deposit with the postmaster a sum equal to the average postage for one week, as a guarantee of good faith. The deposit will bo fixed at the nearest pound in the average readings of the machine for the past quarter, with a minimum of £l. This is regarded by many business firms as an irritating and unnecessary regulation, and some feeling has been created by the circular. Tho monthly meeting of the St Martins Burgesses' Association was held last night. The president (Mr J. W. Hunter) was in the chair and there was a fair attendance. Tho chairman stated that he had received a letter from the honorary secretary to the association, Mr C. A. Brunton, resigning that position. It was decided to write a letter of appreciation to Mr Brunton for his many services to the association. The chairman agreed to act as secretary pro tem. The Heathcote County Council wrote stating that the council had decided to conserve the water supply at Rapaki Road, provided it is suitable for drinking purposes, and that the engineer had been instructed accordingly. Tlie letter was received. It was decided to call a meeting for tho purpose of discussing electricity matters owing to the progress being made with the work in the district.

In regard to a question why a telegram sent in November dealing with the hours worked by casual employees at tho raihvays has not been replied to, the Hon W. H. Herries, Minister of Raihvays, has informed Dr Thicker that he does not remember having received the telegram. He adds that if the purport of the message is communicated to him, he will give the matter his consideration. In connection with slot telephones, Dr Thacker states that Mr H. G. Ell, M.P., assures him that in July, 1912, there were slot, telephones authorised in East Christchurch. when Mr Ell was Postmaster-General. Dr Thacker says that Christchurch East is the most densely populated and the greatest workers' electorate in New Zealand. There are over 8000 electors in tho electorate, who could be addressed in one big meeting without inconveniencing them, and these people are dependent upon the use of telephones in hotels and private houses where they are not connected themselves. A resident from a country district called at the "Southland Times" offioe on Wednesday evening with a grievance. He stated that thirty men who had volunteered for Southland reinforcements had been in town for three weeks, and had been living on the generosity of the Patriotic Committee. He said that this was ouite foreign to their nature, but they were prepared te accept it, as they were anxious to go to the war. By red tape procedure they had beon prevented from leaving for the Trentham training camp, and were told that they had better go back to their-homes, as they were not required at present, but would need to report themselves in about two months' time. Tho informant explained that some of tho men had no. homes, and had given up their work in response to duty's call, and.' at, a holiday season they wero unlikely to find occupation. It was explained that the services of tho local defence officers wero very much appreciated by the contingent, who knew quite well that the regulations wero responsible for the trouble. "But all the same," said one visitor, " hero we have existed on charity for some time, and at tho eleventh hour we are asked to go back to the country. Many of us havo burned our boats, and what we are going to do I don't know." He further averred that with a slackening in recruiting numbers these, methods were hardlv likely to encourage men to come forward, "and," ho concluded, "some of our lot are so disgusted that, they will not again attempt, to get away." "Yourself included?" queried tho reporter. No, not mo, replied tho man from the oountry. 'I will be there. I just want to get at tho Germans!'' ' '

Get in touch with J. M. Heywood and Co Ltd., directly you decide to move. They will handle your furniture carefully, pack it securely, break nothing, and deliver it uuscratched to your new residence. jj

Your Photo as a Xmas Card wijl bring pleasure to the recipient. Our work is artistic and inexpensive. Steffano Webb, Photographer, Petersen's Buildings, High . Street. Telephone 1989. X 4 When eyes start to go wrong, they often give no very marked indication at first that all is not well. That is why you should" have your eyes tested periodically at John R. Procter's, Consulting Optician, 200, High Street, Christchurch, so that should any trouble be detected it may be dealt with promptly. 1898

A Press Association telegram from Timaru states that the 'bus returns for the holidays show record takings amounting to £174. On New Years Day the returns were £42 and on January 2, £39. The average over the week was £3O a day

The Greymouth "Star"' states that the Rev J. Newlands, who has had charge of the Kumara Presbyterian Church for close on three years, is to leave shortly, probably for Riccarton. During his ministration in Kumara, Mr Newlands has endeared himself to his flock, and is highly esteemed by members of other denominations. He also took an active interest in matters outside the pulpit, especially in the education of the young. His departure will be much regretted and he will be greatly missed. ABOUT THE 1915 41 H.P. B.S.A. Sinqo its first appearance on the market the B.S.A. motor-cycle has made thousands of fl*m friends in every part of the world, attracting admiration by its magnificent finish, its splendid reliability, and its wonderful economy in running. Its record of competitive successes has been simply phenomenal. The new models for 1916 are now to hand, and aro really magnificent machines. While the single cylinder, that was a feature of the earlier 3i h.p. models has been retained, the demand for a machine of higher power to suit New Zealand side-car conditions has led the makers to increase the h.p. to 41, giving an ample reserve of power for the stiffest grades, worst roads and most adverse weather conditions. The 3-speed gear, driven from a countershaft behind the engine, has proved its absolute efficiency and reliability, and the new B.S.A. is without doubt an ideal side-car machine for New Zealand roads. At the same time, its economy makes it an especially fine solo machine, capable of extremely high speed if required, but cheap to run at the ordinary touring gait. We advise all motor-cyclists to see the new models. Adams, Ltd., Agents for B.S.A. Motorcycles, High Street, Christchurch. ( G. B. Brown, B.S.A. Representative; D. H. Edgar, Ashburton B.S.A. Representative.) 1898