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LOCAL AND GENERAL.

•'Better Business” is the.subject of a talk by Mr. John Wylie, of the Sheldon Institute, at a Chamber of Commerce luncheon at New Plymouth on Tuesday next.

The splendid show of bqlbs and other spring blooms at the Whiteley Flower Show attracted good attendances yesterday afternoon and evening, and the takings amounted to £35. As many of the exhibits have been dbnated to the committee they will be sold by auction this evening.

The recent cold snap was responsible for a very heavy fall of snow on the mountain and its lower foothills. Yesterday morning the Lowgarth, Mahoe and Rowan districts were covered with a mantle of snow three inches deep. It is rarely that snow falls on these levels and coming at this season of the year it will mean a severe check to growth in the gardens and pastures.

With reference to the Hawera valuations the Prime Minister writes to Mr. E. Dixon, M.P.: “I find on going into the matter carefully that the new valuation roll is now in operation—the old roll having been cancelled on the completion of the revaluation. Under these circumstances the request of the deputation cannot be complied with. I may state that the new values will not be used, for the purpose of land tax during the current year. As far as rates are concerned the increased values do not necessarily mean increased rates unless the Hawera Council desires to obtain additional revenue from that source.” “I think it would be a good education for the husband to make him hold the baby while the wife gives her evidence,” said Mr. A. M. Mowlem, S.M., at the Magistrate’s Court at New Plymouth yesterday during the hearing of a claim for maintenance brought by a young wife against her husband. The subtlety of His Worship’s remarks was appreciated by those present when they recalled that a few minutes before the husband had denied paternity. He managed .to still the baby’s fret tings, however, although he did. not act the nurse so well as the bailiff who later on nursed another baby while a mother gave evidence.

What the deep sea port at Moturoa means for Taranaki was instanced at the business men’s tea at Eltham on Wednesday evening, when a prominent commercial man stated, that he had just instructed his buyers in London and New York to ship all his goods in future by vessels calling at New Plymouth. ' This meant cutting out the port of Wellington with its attendant charges, which had hitherto gone on to the price of goods, enabling settlers to obtain their requirements at rates as low as anywhere else in the Dominion.

“Eltham has always believed in the deep sea harbor at New Plymouth,” said Mr. C. A. Wilkinson at Eltham on Tuesday evening. He went on to say that for a. time, at, the beginning of the movement to provide accommodation for overseas vessels, Eltham was an outpost in the southern end of the harbor district, which did not share the same faith. But Eltham’s confidence had now been thoroughly justified. The big ships were coming in fast now and serving the interests of the province in a way they had yet to fully appreciate.

The chairman of the Eltham Progressive Committee alluded on Wednesday evening at the business men’s tea to the very friendly relations that had always existed between Eltham and New Plymouth. There had never been any jarring or clashing', but each had co-operated with the other .for the advancement of their oWn interests and those of the province. Mr. C. A. Wilkinson also touched on the same subject. and remarked that the fine feeling that existed should bp promoted in every way. He attributed the feeling not a little to the belief always felt in the Eltham district regarding the success of the port, which was now an accomplished fact, and which must in future play an important part in the development and prosperity of Taranaki. In acknowledging, the president of the Taranaki Chamber of Commerce (Mr. T. C List) said the feeling was fully reciprocated by New Plymouth, which was not insensible of the very considerable help given by Eltham in the days gone by, and when it was most needed, in connection with the harbor loan proposals. He took occasion to acknowledge the splendid services rendered the district by their member on the Harbor Board (Mr. C. A. Wilkinson) whom they all regarded as one of the strong and able men of the province.

Before the Hawera. Assessment Court commenced its sitting on Tuesday morning Mr. A. D. Thomson, president, said it was only fitting that he should refer in brief terms to the death of Mr. V. G. Day. which came so suddenly that many of them did not know of his illness till the announcement of his death was made. The experience Mr. Day had gained during the past two years made him very valuable in the work he was engaged in, and he would have been particularly valuable to the court on that occasion. He did not think there was anyone so fitted to carry out the duties of president of the court as the late Mr. Day, who had a very extensive knowledge of land values right throughout New Zealand Mr. J. Heslop said that he had sat with Mr. Day in the Assessment Court at Stratford and New Plymouth, and had formed a very high opinion of him. Mr. Day was a man who was respected by all who knew him, and his death meant a great loss. Mr. Gardner said that he had always found Mr. Day courteous in his official capacity, while off the bench he was always a true sportsman and a gentleman. —Star. A choice three-seater, six-cylinder motor-car is advertised for sale on terms on page one by W. H. and A. McGarry, Eltham.

The Victoria League, Wellington, is forming a Young Persons’ Debating Society with a view to training women in public speaking. The work of repairing the Colonial Sugar Company’s Rona is proceeding satisfactorily. The new stem, which was forged at Port Chalmers, has been placed in position and it is anticipated that the steamer will come out of dock early next month.

Several passengers by the Main Trunk express from Auckland on a recent night were unable to obtain sleeping accommodation (says the Herald). Strong dissatisfaction was expressed because one passenger, a lady, had booked, and was allowed to retain the whole of a fourberth compartment. “You might suggest to the council to put tail lights on cows,” humorously twitted a member as the traffic inspector was departing after explaining the effect of the new by-laws to the Hamilton Motor Cycle Club. The speaker contended that the wandering stock of Hamilton were a menace requiring more consideration than the “tabooing” of pillion riding.

Sir R. Baden Powell (writes The Post’s London correspondent), is adding another to his many activities by taking the presidency of the newly-formed International Committee, which is to wage war against the progress of juvenile crime—one of the disquieting symptoms of the war in all countries. Feb low-workers with him will include Mr. Byron Herrick, the American Ambassador in Paris, and Lord Hampton.

Another effort is to be made about a fortnight hence to solve the scow Haere, wihch went ashore seven miles south of the Cape Maria Van Diemen lighthouse on June 24. She was handed over to tbe insurance company, who made an attempt to refloat her. The vessel was repaired and relaunched on August 30, but the following day was reported to have stranded again about the same spot. It is now stated that Messrs. Lane and Sons, who were the original owners of the ecow, have taken her over again and they will endeavor to bring her to Auckland.

An instance of how dangerous the throwing of paper darts, a popular pastime among school boys, may become has been brought under the notice of a Wanganui Herald reporter. The son of a local resident was throwing one of these darts, which was armed with a gramaphone needle, and it lodged in the ceiling of a room. He dislodged the dart, which fell on his upturned face, and ruined the sight of one of his eyes. A young lady in Scotland, who had passed all her examinations as a nurse, and who wished to come to New Zealand to rejoin her parents who had recently come to the Dominion, wrote to the High Commissioner, saying that she would be willing to act as nurse in return for her passage, to any sick person needing help on the voyage out. She got a reply saying that there were over 200 applications for such position, and that only very rarely was a nurse asked for, and there was little hope of getting a position as nurse on an outward bound steamer. Now the young lady is waiting for fares to come down before she attempts the trip. Testing of cows form a valuable section of the annual report of the Dairying Division of the Department of Agriculture, in view of the great development of dairying in New Zealand. The Commissioner remarks, however: “The total number of. cows systematically tested last year was 45,564, which is not a satisfactory proportion of the Dominion’s milking stock. One would like to see herd-testing a definite part of every; dairy company’s organisation, the cost to be borne by the company. This would result in more systematic herd-development, with resultant benefit to the revenue of the individual, the dairy company, and the country as a whole.” The popularity of association testing is increasing, 25,912 cows being tested as compared with 19,799 last year. A good deal of mystery surrounds the adoption of dark blue as the color for Oxford, and light blue for Cambridge. The first race between the ’varsities was rowed in 1829, at which time each man in the boat wore the colors of his own< college —there being no univeristy color. In this race the coxwain and three members of the Ox u ford crew’ were from Christ Church College, and as their color—dark blue—was in the majority, it became the color of the boat. Cambridge, in this race, "wore pink sashes with white shirts. The next race was not held until 1836, when • Cambridge turned out without colors. Close on starting time there was a hurried call for a distinguishing flag, a bit of ribbon having to be secured post haste. On the spur of the moment light blue was chosen, and so it has remained ever since.

Writes a correspondent to the Auckland Star: “Will you please warn your readers against eating honey obtained from or near the bush, especially in the northern part of the Dominion, during the next three months. The wharanga. also known as pukapuka, is now in full blossom, and the honey stored from it has a toxial effect when consumed by human beings, often producing serious results. The pernicious matter in this particular honey is of a volatile nature, and if left exposed for about two months evaporates and leaves the honey wholesome. Although several attempts have been made to discover the poison, all have failed to localise it. There is not the slightest risk in consuming honey at any time that it comes on to the market under commercial brands, as honey is never harvested until several months after the wharanga has been out of blossom.'*

Auckland law practitioners were not quite so hard as their southern breathren, said Mr. Allan Moody during the hearing of a divorce petition at the Auckland Supreme Court (states the Herald). Some of the southern bills of costs which he had seen were works of art, although he was not carping at them because they were really admirable—from the legal point of view. He also claimed that Auckland lawyers were more benevolent, at which Mr. Justice Herdman declared he must champion the southerners. It -was most important in some cases to obtain the history of the whole transaction, which would be available if solicitors kept a proper diary. It was a dangerous practice not to when it came to the bill of costs, and he was surprised to ]earn that the keeping of a diary was not a strict rule in Auckland legal offices. Charging a round sum for conducting a case might not always prove satisfactory. In the case before the Court, a diary note would have quickly settled the point at issue.

At the Melbourne’s Sensational Sale they are showing some lovely 27in. 14momme tussore silk at 4/6; heavy 21momme tussore silk. 30in. wide, 6/11 yard; splendid Fuji silk bloomers. 12/6; first quality 10-momme Japanese silk reduced to 4/3 yard; best quality double warp Fuji silk/ 29in. wide, 5/6 yard.

The largest general cargo to be discharged at New Plymouth is being brought to the port to-day by the Waitemata, which has 2000 tons of Pacific coast cargo, including timber, motor spirits and asphaltum, to discharge. The only larger cargoes brought to the port consisted of coal or slag.

The chief traffic inspector (Mr. R. Day) yesterday visited the West End School and addressed a few words to all the classes on the dangers of present day street traffic, and the urgent necessity for keeping to the footpaths. His remarks were followed with the deepest interest and the answers given to questions by the smaller children showed that they had grasped the lesson set before them. Hearty thanks from all the classes were accorded to Mr. Day. To have a real election for councillor and a loan poll on genuine ballot papers was the experience of the senior scholars at the West End School yesterday. Ballot papers which had been unused in previous borough polls were supplied by the returning officer. After having the proceedure explained, and the several precautions taken to secure the secrecy of the ballot, deputy-returning officers and poll clerks were appointed and the electors duly exercised their privileges. It is interesting to nrfte that a loan proposal which had been very decidedly turned down by the adults was carried by an overwhelming majority of the citizens who are at present in the making. At the conclusion, Mr. Evans (headmaster) conveyed the thanks of the scholars to Mr. R. Day, who had arranged the details of the poll.

Mr. “Pussyfoot” Johnson arrives at Eltham to-morrow evening. He will address a meeting there in the Town Hall at 8 o’clock. On Saturday Mr. Johnson will be officially welcomed by the Mayor at Kawaroa Park at 2 p.m. The evening meeting will be held at the Empire Theatre. Arrangements for an overflow Meeting have been made for Whiteley Church. Newton King, Ltd., invite entries for next Stoney River sale, which is the spring cattle fair. Down, down, down; no, this is not a drowning fatality, but just an announcement that S. J. Sullivan’s furniture factory at Wanganui is open to the public. See* his advertisement in this issue. Mr. McGiven, of Veale’s Estate, is the agent in New Plymouth for the open factory. The practical housewife who uses “Fairy Wonder” Dry Soap saves money as well as time. With “Fairy” it is unnecessary to light the copper, and the washing can be done in half the usual time. One large packet is sufficient for twelve washings. Give it a trial. All grocers stock it.

The well-known firm of S. J. Sullivan, furniture manufacturers, of Wanganui, have decided to open a branch of their business in New Plymouth for the convenience of their many customers. A business site has been secured in Currie Street, near the Daily News office. The branch will be under the management of Mr. John McGiven, who has acted as local agent for the firm. Business will commence at the new furniture shop on Monday next. Clients can depend on their many wants in furniture being well catered for. The firm not only keeps abreast of the times with up-to-date and latest designs, but also make up your own designs to order. The motto has always been: Design, Quality and Finish. This does not mean that the goods will be expensive. Through the local branch you buy from the factory direct, thus effecting a saving of at least *2O per cent, on your purchase, besides getting greatly superior goods.

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Ngā taipitopito pukapuka

Taranaki Daily News, 15 September 1922, Page 4

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Tapeke kupu
2,735

LOCAL AND GENERAL. Taranaki Daily News, 15 September 1922, Page 4

LOCAL AND GENERAL. Taranaki Daily News, 15 September 1922, Page 4

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