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Southland Times, Issue 18845, 10 June 1920, Page 4

The next annual conference of the New Zealand Returned Soldiers’ Association will be held in Dunedin. Nearly 10,000 firms in Great Britain have enrolled" in the Government scheme of employing disabled service men, and have guaranteed positions for 97,000. The express last night was 25 minutes late in arriving owing to its being held up at Clinton through the presence of an extra goods train on the line. The Thames County Council has received the first instalment of £IO,OOO for their loan for tar-grouting the main road, and intend to immediately make a start with this important work. A jkill was held in Dannevirke on Wednesday last for the purpose of getting the consent of the ratepayers to the raising of a “Bridge Rate' Loan,” in order to rebuild bridges throughout the county. The loan poll was carried by 3SS votes to 15. An Extraordinary Gazette summons members of Parliament to assemble “for the dispatch of business” on Thursday, June 24, “to take into consideration the state and welfare of the dominion and therein to do as may seem necessary.” A Japanese interpreter in a case heard at the Thames Police Court recently, took the oath by blowing out a lighted candle and repeating the following words:— The candle is blown out. 1 promise to tell the truth. It I fio not, may my soul be blown out like the candle.” The tramways committee of the Dunedin City Council has decided to recommend the purchase of twelve new cars at a cost of £4250 each, also the purchase of two trucks and electrical equipment for them so that the corporation may build two cars at its own sheds. A passenger was being fitted into the second seat of the de Haviland aeroplane at the Makaraka racecourse when a friend standing by remarked: “Keep your eyes open up there, George, and see if you can’t bring down the cost of living. Good progress is being made with the formation of the stretch of road necessary to link up the Appleby-Mapua districts. It is understood that motor traffic will be able to get through in about four or five weeks’ time, although metalling will still have to-be done. The Minister of Railways (Rt. Hon. W. F. Massey) has promised the Auckland Farmers’ Union, which communicated with him on the subject, that he will have inquiries made in connection with a protest against (he action of the Railway Department in destroying tarpaulins which, although too much worn lor railway purposes, are regarded by farmers as quite suitable for their requirements. Our Christchurch correspondent telegraphs that at a meeting of the Christchurch Presbytery yesterday it was decided that the secretary write to the executive • of the Young Men’s Bible Class Union, conveying the Presbytery’ B regret that the Union was about to break away from the “Outlook” and publish its own magazine. It was felt that such a move would be detrimental to the church's welfare. Word has been received that the R.M.S. Niagara, which sailed from Vancouver on May 27, and is due to arrive in New Zealand about June 14, has 957 sacks of English and American mail on board. The R.M.S. Moana, which sailed for W'ellington from San Francisco two days later, has a large parcel mail, filling 1572 sacks, and some 50 sacks of letters'; These, however, are all American. The Makura, from Sydney, has 77 bags of Australian mail on board, while the Mocraki, which arrived at Wellington on Tuesday night, had on board 25 bags and 50 hampers for the south. Ten bags and five hampers are from Sydney, 10 bags and 45 hampers from Melbourne, two bags from Adelaide, and three from Brisbane. The local portion of this mail arrived here last night. On June 24 the first session of New Zealand’s twentieth Parliament is to be opened by Commission. The House of Representatives will elect its speaker, and on the following day the Governor-General’s Speech w jll bo delivered. The opening ceremony will be held in the new Legislative Council Chamber, as was the case last year; but it is not certain whether the Council will hold its subsequent meetings in the new chamber, the furnishing of the chamber itself and of the various rooms attached to it being not yet completed. The rush for seats by members of the House of Representatives, except, of course, the occupants of the Treasury Bench and the Front Opposition Bench has already set in (says the New Zealand Herald). During the coming session members of the Reform Party will overflow on to the cross-benches and the benches to the left of the Speaker’s chair, and the Parliamentary Labour Party on the cross-benches will find itself surrounded by Reform members, Liberals, and. Independents of various hues.

A regulation in the Gazette requires the registration of all magazines circulating within the dominion. The fee is fixed at five shillings and all applications must be accompanied by a copy of 'the publication. A young man named Henry Jackson, 18 years of age, was taken to the Hospital last night suffering from a broken leg, the injury being sustained at the skating rink. The cause of the accident was rather peculiar. He was skating round a corner when he collided with another skater and fell heavily on the floor. ' When speaking at last night’s dinner of Southland High School Old Boys, the present Rector, Mr T. D. Pearce, said that the Classics had been handed down to them as a tradition, but he was of the opinion that a closer study of their own great and glorious language would be of more benefit to the present generation and the effect would be as humanising as a study of the classics. At the close of the annual meeting of the Awarua Licensing Committee at Bluff yesterday, the chairman, Mr G. Cruickshank, S.M., remarked that the committee felt that there was a need for stricter supervision in regard to after hours trading, and the Inspector of Police was being requested to take stringent measures in order to enforce the law in this respect. At the Police Court yesterday morning Messrs J. R. Haigh and W. Barrett, Justices of the Peace, presided. For failing to have a. waste pipe trapped and vented in accordance with the borough by-laws, William Frew was convicted and fined £2, with costs 7s. The defendant was also charged with allowing cattle to wander in a public place, and was convicted and ordered to pay 7s costs. The monthly meeting of the South Invercargill branch of the W.C.T.U. was held on Tuesday in the Teviot street Church vestry, there being a good attendance of members. Final arrangements were made for the L.T.L., which opens on Friday evening in the Knox Sunday school, which has been kindly lent for fortnightly meetinp. Mrs McGregor read a paper on White Ribbon day and mentioned that it was the 25th anniversary of the White Ribbon paper. Coupons were collected in aid of the Maori fund. One new member was initiated. The members of the Invercargill Kernel Club were entertained by Mr J. L. McG. Watson in the Floral Tea Rooms last night, when an enjoyable evening was spent. The judges of the various classes at the show were present, and they gave some useful information to those interested in the various classes they had judged. All those present benefited greatly by the advice given, and resolved to make further efforts to make the next show one of the best in the history of the club. A suggestion was made that a puppy parade be held every three months, and members were of the opinion that if that course were followed greater interest would be stimulated and the club would make better progress. In regard to the anonymous donation of £250 for the establishment of primary schools for religious teaching (telegraphs our correspondent) the committee the Christchurch Presbytery set up reported that it could take no action, and recommended “That the Presbytery, believing that a matter of general policy is for the determination of (he General Assembly, refrains from expressing any view with regard to the establishing of infant schools generally in connection with the Church, but expresses its appreciation of the generous gift of the anonymous donor of the £250, and leaves to those interested the carrying out of his wishes in the matter.” The recommendation was adopted. “The Maid of the Mountains,” which has been the most successful musical comedy produced in London during the past ten years, finished its run at Daly’s Theatre recently. It was first produced in the early part of 1917, and therefore had a run of over three years. It is estimated that during its 13CK) performances in London it was seen by 1,800,000 people; and for a considerable time four companies have been touring the provinces with it. The only other production at a London theatre within the past ten years which has had a longer run than “The Maid of the Mountains” is “Chu Chin Chow,” which Mr Oscar Asche is still producing at His Majesty’s Theatre. “Chu Chin Chow” is now more than half way through its fifth year, and the end of its run is not yet in sight. It is interesting to note in connection with the difficulty of giving a tangible reason for the phenomenal success of a production of so little distinction and originality as “Chu Chin Chow,” that Mr Oscar Asche’s at tempt to create another success on similar lines has proved a failure. “Eastward Ho,” which he produced at the Alhambra, was withdrawn after a few weeks. In the puff paragraphs which preceded its appearance it was said that over £30,000 had been spent on it before the curtain went up. What is known as a Household Orderlies’ Association has been formed in Wellington, on the lines of similar organisations in England, the aim of which is to solve the domestic service problem, by helping the housewives, especially those who are bringing up young families, and by putting household service on the honourable footing it should occupy. The association proposes : (1) To establish a council, whi«h shall act as a link between employer and employed, and shall make fair working conditions for both, and to which cither party may appeal as referee or arbitrator; (2) to establish centres and hostels where employees may enjoy community life, either as residents or club members; and (31 to establish a guild of employers, who will aid the council in forwarding the aims of the association and helping to regularise the I work of the employees. Broadly speaking, the idea is to ensure, as far as possible, regular hours of employment, freedom for rest and recreation, and adequate remuneration for the household orderly. The employer will benefit by being assured of trained assistance in the household by persons who have passed the tests of the association. Prices of hides and leather were referred to by Mr W. J. Holdswortli an Auckland hoot "and shoe merchant who has just returned from Sydney. Speaking to an Auckland Herald reporter he said the position of the market in Sydney and Melbourne had altered considerably, owing to the overseas trade ceasing. Australian tanners and boot manufacturers had found markets in Britain, South Africa, India, and the Islands, but owing to the heavy drop in the price of leather in Britain, the trade had practically ceased. The position at present was very hard to gauge. While prices would certainly drop, it was not anticipated that they would reach the pre-war standard. Glace kid, raw material from India, had dropped from 230s per dozen to 130s. The rate of exchange being against Australia had something to do with the fall in prices, because manufacturers ceased buying at the high prices, being content to substitute other leathers . There was an easing tendency in sole leather, box hides, willow hides, and calfskins, but sheepskins were firm. Those in (he trade, who were in the best position to judge, did not anticipate a heavy drop at once, but believed that the fall would be a gradual process. The drought had caused a shortage of good hides in Australia, but the general trend of the market would cause an easing tendency in the price of boots in the immediate "future. Experts were of the opinion that the. new standard of prices for footwear would be between pre-war rates and the recent inflated prices. Large business firms in Australia were of opinion that the recent ’ fall in some commodities was due to the banks ceasing to advance money for the purpose of speculation in raw materials. This, they contended, would have the effect of putting the trade on a sounder footing. Notwithstanding the difficulty experienced in procuring building material and skilled labour, a tremendous expansion in trade was noticeable on all sides. Almost every business man engaged in the leather trade was doubling the capacity of his premises. ’They were confident they bad a splendid future before them, consistent with sound legislation.

Nature, the London scientific journal, ha« published an appreciative notice of a handbook by Mr L. J. Wild, of the Agricultural College at Lincoln, entitled “Soils and Manures in New Zealand." The journal refers to Mr Wild’s simplicity and clearness in bis exposition, and says: “Within the compass of this small book, Mr Wild has condensed a large body of information, much of which will be readily assimilated and be found of practical utility to his readers.” It also states that Mr Wild is fortunate in having in (he New Zealand farmer a' reader probably, on the. average, better equipped by general education for serious study than the main body of farmers in the Home country, Joseph Leslie Sievwright, one of three young men caught by the police playing two-up in front of the Nurses’ Home in Leven street on February 7, was charged with the offence before Messrs W. Barrett and J. R. Haigh, Justices of the Peace, at the Police Court yesterday morning. SeniorSergeant Ecclee stated that when apprehended the accused bad given his wrong name and address and later had given his correct name but a wrong address. The consequence was that the police bad been put to a lot. of trouble to locate him, and this was the reason for the delay in the case coming before the court. One of the three offenders hod been fined, but the other bad not been found. Sievwright, who did not appear, was convicted and fined £5 with costs 7s. A lease for 10,000 3 r ears must surely be the “record” for Dunedin, if not for Australasia (says the Otago Daily Times). It is known that more than one lease for a similar period of time exists in Britain, but it was very generally assumed that the political accident which gave New Zealand the 999 years’ lease established a record in tenures in the dominion. That is not so, however, for in the local Lands and Deeds Registry office there is a perfectly valid title to a lease for a piece of land for 10,000 years. The lease concerns the right-of-way which separates the Bank of New Zealand premises in Lower High street from the offices of the National Fire and Marine Insurance Company. The area is nineteen-one-hundredths of a pole, being part of section 48, block IX. If there exists a longer lease in the dominion, with a large prospect of (he lessees seeing the end of it, as is possible in the present case of such corporations as the Bank of New Zealand and the National Insurance Company, we are sure the public would be glad to learn the full particulars. In the records of the Dunedin lease, which are most voluminous, the names of several early settlers, including that of Mr John Jones, are mentioned. The secretary, Southland Hospital Board, desires to thank the Five Rivers Patriotic Society (per Miss Matheson) for a handsome donation of £2O for the benefit of the soldier patients in the Southland Hospital. (Advt.) FISH—2 Salmon 1/8, 2 Sardines 1/8, 2 Pilchards 1/8, 2 large Pilchards 2/9, 2 large Salmon 3/2. Also Honey, 21b tins, 2/3; jars prime Honey, 2/9; 91bs Honey 9/9; 561bs superior choice Glover Honey, 10; id —at BAXTER’S.—(Advt.) A splendid chance—so pairs of good White double-bed Sheets, hemmed at 25/5 per pair. This is a line on offer at THOMSON & BEATTIE’S. They are the balance of an odd line of Sheetings, and as it is impossible to replace the material they have been cut into Sheet lengths, hemmed, and are offered at the above keen price to make a clearance. — (Advt.) “ Nothing succeeds like success’’ —so say the delighted users of “NO RUBBING” Laundry Help and “GOLDEN RULE" Soap. Invercargill grocers. — (Advt.) Meccano! The engineering hobby of boys of all ages. Meccano provides the material, bolts, nuts, wheels, girders, cranks, also the specifications, the boy builds. Meccano is indestructible, fascinating and highly educative. Delight your boy with a set. Hyndman’s, Dee street, Invercargill, have all sizes, 9/-, 16/-, 31/6, 47/-. Just to reduce stock and effect a good clearance in their Millinery Department of all Winter stock, Messrs PRICE <fc BULLEID, Ltd., are offering a tempting discount of 15 per cent, for ten days. This is not a case of “unloading” old stock, but a genuine offer covering all their latest importations for the Millinery Department.—■ (Advt.) “What muddle superfluous preparation makes.” —Stanus. Certainly be prepared, for wise preparation means also the battle half won; but superfluous preparation is ill-advised. Always be prepared during winter time, which to the unprepared is chronic cough and cold time. Baxter’s Lung Preserver is ample preparation, for this sterling remedy is a sure, safe, and prompt remedy. It nips the trouble in the bud and fortifies against the return visit. The home that knows “Baxter’s” is cough and cold proof. Get large bottle of this 54-year-old specific to-day. 2/6 at eberaist and store. — (Advt.) Here is a line of Hosiery, comfortable, good-looking and long-wearing, that is absolutely dependable. Their many sizes, weights, styles, colours and prices meet every requirement. Best Cashmere Hose in English makes from 5/11 to 10/11 pair. Rosedale all-wool Cashmere Hose, double spliced toes and heels, 8/11 pair. Rosedale plain-knitted Hose in black only, 5/6 pair. Bruce-knitted Hose in browns, grey and heather, a bargain line, 3/11 pair. Cashmere Hose in niggar coatings, grey, navy and cream, 7/6 pair. Mercerised Lisle Hose, extra heavy quality in champagne, niggar, fawn and grey, 5/11 pair. Lisle and Cotton Hose in black, white, and colours, 3/3, 3/11, 4/6 to 5/11 pair. A special lot of heather mixture Hose in pretty shades, all 5/6 pair. Children’s Rosedale knitted Hose in 5 and 6 only, 3/11, 4/3 pair. Also a splendid selection of Children’s Sox and }- hose in black, white, and colours. A visit of inspection will repay at H. & J. SMITH, Ltd., Invercargill and Gore.— (Advt.) RAPID FIRST AID. By promptly rubbing Q-TOL into a cut, burn or bruise, all dangers of inflammation or festering wounds are avoided.— (Advt.) HATS for men, youths, and boys—a fine showing of all the popular styles and value prices. UNDRILL’S, opp. P.O.— (Advt.) INFLUENZA BACILLUS. As the Influenza microbe take.s two daye to develop, a dose of germ-destroying “Fluenzol” every second day will ensure immediate relief. MASTERS, LTD., were the originators ot toe xU per cent, discount to returned soldiers. Other storekeepers have copied ua and we now go one better. We now invite all discharged soldiers and those waiting discharge to have their military bats reblocked, free of all cost, by the only hatter in Southland. We still give a 10 per cent, reduction to all returned soldiers.—* MASTERS, LTD.. Dee street. —(Advt.) A Special Display of Exclusive Evening Frocks, Silk Dress Skirts and Blouses, now being made at THE "ECONOMIC,” Ladled Outfitters. Prices exceedingly reasonahia, . —(Advt.)