LOCAL AND GENERAL.

Waikato Times, Volume 121, Issue 20263, 4 August 1937, Page 6

LOCAL AND GENERAL.

Queen’s Birthday. —Flag3 are being flown from all public buildings in Hamilton to-day In honour of the birthday of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth, who was born on August 4, 1900.

Frenoh Bank Rate Reduced. —A message from Paris states that the bank rate has been reduced from five to four per cent.

Sohool Holidays. —Primary and secondary schools will close for the second term holidays on Friday, August 20 and reopen on Monday, September 6.

Dominion Rubbor. —The directors of the Dominion Rubber Company, Limited, have declared an interim dividend at the rate of 10 per cent, per annum for the half-year ended May 31, payable on September 1.

Returned Soldiers’ Membership.— It was stated at a meeting of the executive of the Palmerston North branch of the Returned Soliders’ Association that since April 1 of the current year the membership had increased by 30 returned men.

Opening Wool Sales. —Sales of new season’s Australian wool will commence in Sydney on August 30. The first series will continue until September 9 and in all 100,000 bales will be offered. Selling in New Zealand does not commence until November 27, the initial sale being at Auckland.

Interested Dairymen. —The annual meeting of the Te Awamutu Co-opera-tive Dairy Company, held in Te Awautu yesterday was particularly well attended, about 300 of the 370 suppliers on the company’s books being present, evidencing the keen interest which is being taken by dairy farmers in the future of their industry.

Maori Child Missing. —Concern Is felt for the safety of a two-year-old Maori child which has been missing from its home about 10 miles from Taupo since Friday morning. It is feared the child has wandered into the scrub or fallen into the Waitahunui stream. An intensive search has so far proved fruitless.

Farm Workers’ Holiday. —“ One of the stipulations we are going to insist upon in making next year’s agreement is that the half-holiday for farm employees shall be, say, six hours between milkings, and not to have’ one milking off,” said the Auckland provincial president of the New Zealand Farmers’ Union, Mr H. O. Mellsop, at a meeting of the Whangarei sub-pro-vincial executive.

Offside Rule. —On the grounds that defendant could not see traffic approaching on his right Mr. R. M. Watson, S.M., dismissed a police charge of a breach of the offside rule against Roland William Henry Wood, newspaper delivery agent in the Fielding Court yesterday. “ I-t might be that defendant should have been further out to his left, but he was not charged with that,” he added.

Life of Parliament. —The Prime Minister stated yesterday that it was the intention of the Government to bring down legislation next session to curtail the life of Parliament to three years. He added that his Government objected to the way in which the previous Government had extended the term, and said: “Any change made by this Government in the term of Parliament will be made with the consent of the people.”

Over 180 New Suppliers. —" Just over 180 new suppliers have been enrolled during the past few weeks, and in some respects it was like starting a new company,” said the chairman of the Te Awamutu Co-operative Dairy Company, Mr C. M. Alexander, at the annual meeting of the company in Te Awamutu yesterday. Most of the new suppliers had been added to the company’s ranks as a result of the operation of the zoning system in the Waikato.

Telephone Exchange. —The long process of drying out plaster work on the new Hamilton telephone exchange buildings will be completed shortly and the varnishing of interior woodwork is now occupying the attention of workmen. The completed exterior of the exchange is severely plain in finish, the sole piece of ornamental work being a small plaque on the north wall. This panel consists of a design depicting two of the old-style desk telephones, with one of the modern hand-microphone type in the centre.

Principle of the Manna. —The' disoussion on stipends at tho meeting of the Waikato Presbytery yesterday demonstrated a trend of ministerial sentiment in favour of the principle of the' distribution of the manna —namely “ lie that gathered much had nothing over and he that gathered little had no lack: they gathered every man according to his eating." One speaker contended that the minister should be on the same level as the average parishioner, and said lie would regret to see a standard set for stipends, in excess of the income of tlie parishioner—in fact he would prefer, in the interests of the cause, to see it a little lower, o long as it did not involve hardship. The principle of each man and family according to need was, he thought, sound and he would like In see it adopted by the church generally.

Dominion Defence. —An announcement that In a few days the Minister of Defence, the Hon. F. Jones, would make a statement in connection with the defence policy of New Zealand was made by the Hon. W. E. Barnard. M.P., during an address last evening at Napier. “ I have seen the proposed

statement and I will not dwell on the matter.” Mr Barnard said. “ Suffice it to say that the Government will shortly outline its scheme for the reorganisation of the land forces and (hat. without being militaristic or jingoistic, a calm appeal will be made to the sound patriotism of all sections to assist as they are able in s eing that our territorial forces are properly trained and equipped as defenders of the hearths and homes of New Zealand. We aim at an increasing degree of mechanisation. which will make for mobility and

enable troops to be quickly marshall at any given point in New Zealand Mr Barnard concluded.

Meeting Takes Twenty Minutes.— The New Plymouth Borough. Council created a new record for Itself at its last meeting. It completed its business in 20 minutes.

Currency In London. —Fine gold in London was quoted yesterday at £6 19s 7*d an ounce (£6 19s Bid on Friday), the dollar at 4.98 3-16 (4.97 f), and the frano at 132 25-32 (132 1316).

Land In Palestine. —“ Two-thirds of the cultivated area of Palestine is lying idle and yet we are told that Jewish immigration is driving the Arabs off the land,” said Dr. C. J. Rolls, the well-known theologlst, speaking in Hamilton last evening.

Passengers by Monterey.—The through passengers by the Monterey, which left Suva last, evening for Auckland, included Mr. R. Gillespie, of Sydney; the Premier of Tasmania. Mr. A. G. Ogllvle; and the Tasmanian Minister of Health, Dr. J. F. Gaha.

Financed from Capital. —Projected alterations and extensions to the premises of the Te Awamutu Co-opera-tive Dairy Company will be financed out of capital funds and will not affect the return to suppliers next year, said the ohairman, Mr C. M. Alexander, at the annual meeting of the company in Te Awamutu yesterday.

New Zealand Praised. —“ The Russian people are very' attached to their River Volga Just as you are to your Waiklt. . , Wick . . , what is it? Oh, yes, Waikato. You have a wonderful oountry out here and wonderfully healthy people," said Mr W. H. Kerridge, Trinity -College examiner, in an address on muslo In Hamilton last evening.

Boy Swallowed Florin. —Ronald Pearce, 11, of Marlckville, swallowed a florin and Is in Marrfckville Hospital, where doctors are trying to recover the coin, says a Sydney paper. The lad had the florin in his mouth when he made a sudden intake of breath. The coin missed the windpipe and lodged in the food passage.

Woman Acquitted. —A verdict of not guilty was returned at the Supreme Court, Auckland, yesterday at the second trial of Dorothy Baker, married, (33), who appeared on two charges of counselling or procuring Raymond Grlgg unlawfully to use an instrument. A jury failed to agree on the case about ten days ago.

Need for Caution. —A speaker at the Waikato Presbytery yesterday, when the admission of women to the eldership was under discussion, urged caution. He admitted that women were great churoh workers, but he feared the aggressive type, who were eager for distinction and who frequently sought offices for which they lacked necessary qualifications. He was afraid that this was the type of woman who would come to the fore to the exclusion of those who would adorn the office. Other members were of opinion that the eldci'*hip was efficiently safeguarded, and there need be no fear of the aggressive feminine.

Dairy Com.pany Innovation. —The proceedings at the annual meeting of the Te Awamutu Co-operative Dairy Company in Te Awamutu yesterday were marked by an interesting innovation in the form of a speech in Maori to the Maori suppliers of the company by Mr Umu McLean (Parawera), who last year was appointed advisory native director for three years. Mr McLean, in a brief address, summarised the remarks of the chairman and appealed to suppliers for their fullest co-operation in maintaining the company’s product at a high level.

More Co-operation Needed. —ln the discussions at the Waikato Presbytery yesterday strong pleas were voiced for more cordial co-operation between the congregations. Adjacent charges oould, it was urged, do much to assist and encourage each other in a common cause, and the members of the ohurch congregations should show more Inclination to “look not only upon their own things, but also upon the things of others.” The discussion bore fruit, for it was decided at a later stage that a “rally” should be held In one charge which has had a particularly unfortunate experience, with a view to inspiring and encouraging pastor and people.

Ministers’ Travelling Expenses. The Waikato Presbytery vesterdav discussed the vexed question of car allowances, and it was shown that in this matter there was much inequality. In some charges where there was little travelling the allowance was greater than in scattered districts where large areas had to be covered. One wellknown home missioner stated he had in liis 18 years’ experience had had five cars, and the upkeep amounted Lo £IOO a year. This was much in excess of the allowance he received. Members realised that the matter was an urgent one; it was not right that a minister or missioner should be required to sacrifice a portion of his often meagre stipend in travelling to carry out his ministerial duties. It was a problem which the Church as a whole must face. Conditions In Europe.— The opinion that England was faced with a situation unprecedented in 500 years was voiced by Dr. C. J. Rolls, noted theologlst, in an address in Hamilton. In Europe she was faced with the threat of several powerful nations heavily armed. Mussolini was seeking to reestablish life old Roman Empire ard was instilling that ideal in the youth of Italy. II Duce had changed Italy from a kingdom to an empire and he was clamouring for the ideal of the “ Mediterranean as an Italian lake ” On the' other hand Hitler was endeavouring to stein the tide of Bolshevism but was casting envious eyes on the great Euphrates Valley and Persia. In yet another quarter Stalin was exciting the youth of Russia to the goal of world revolution. Dr. Rolls considered that it was impossible for a dictator to remain in control unless he held up an ideal which fired the enthusiasm and gave a challenge to youth. “ Ono of the' things that must be safeguarded is Rritish Interest in overseas Dominions," he added. And now some of the goods purchased in England by Mr N. H. Hooker have arrived—Hooker and Kingston, Limited, are pleased to offer absolutely unbeatable values in all household linens. Look at. these for example—Pure linen serviettes assorted sizes wor’h 2'o each, because they arc bought at the mill we can sell these for ! 3 each. Pure linen damask cloths in plain white with some delightful designs, size 70 x 70, usually 19/6, Sale price li/6, 70 x 21 yards, usually 25/G; Sale price 14/6. 70 x 3yds. usually 35/-; Sale Price 19/11. These cloths are manufacturers’ clearances and in some cases are slightly imperfect. but really are wonderful value. At Hooker and Kingston, Ltd., the •jtore for better value.**