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Shannon News, 8 September 1922, Page 3

“This is the height of impertinence,” said Mr T. Corson, president of the Gisborne Chamber of Commerce, when a notification was received from an ex-member of the chamber, to the effect that he proposed to apply shortly for a discharge from bankruptcy. “There goes my dentist,” said the miserable-looking man, as a prosperous and athletic figure swept by. “Just look at him, all forceps and biceps!” ' The “Kawhia Settler” has been informed that it is the intention of the Maori prophet (Ratana) to nominate four candidates for the respective Native constituencies. He is stated to hold a very indifferent opinion of the capacity of the present members of Parliament representing the Native race. New Zealand’s contributions to war relief purposes overseas amounted to £2,1 '>9,476, according to an official statement prepared for the High Commissioner. Belgian funds were the greatest beneficiaries, contributions to these totalling over £600,000.