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Hokitika Guardian, 28 February 1918, Page 2

The Wellington North b.vo-eleetion is taking place to-da.v. The should be available about. 9 o’clock this evening. A recent casualty lisl reports; not severe, K. L. Luff, Military Medal, Westport; W. .Smith, Ross; C. Treacy, ‘Kuniara. Come and inspect Mrs .1. Lloyd's new Autumn and winter millinery. All the latest shapes a Ik! Colour in felts straws and velvets. Prices moderate. Mr F. Col Iyer notifies lie will he removing to premises next dool', formerly occupied by Mr A. fsHrgis<m ; ft lid that he will be clhsod for removal on Saturday afternoon, re-opening at 7. p.m.. v A public meeting will he held at the Arabura Valley at 8 o’clock this evening in regard to .matters affecting Hunger ford’s bridge. A ear will leave town at 7.30 o’clock. Great interest is being centred in the Indies’ howling match on the Hokitika green on Saturday afternoon in aid of the I hick el Day Fund. There will be/ plenty to alnUse and®entertain visitors, who will bo aide to spend a very pleasant afternoon.

The Hokitika performers had a great reception with “ The Gondoliers ” sit Greynloutli last night. The Opera House was crowded by 7.30 o’clock, some of the audience being in their seats at 6.8(1 o'clock. v The takings were in the region of £IOO. The performance went splendidly. The augmented orchestra) and the effects of the coloured lights added to the charm of the production. The audience Wfls InOst enthusiastic. At the close, the applause was very prolonged, and was not appeased till Mr Tom Pollard stepped out and led Mrs gtnyeley forward, wtien a fresh hurst of cheering broke olit. The opera will ho staged at the Princess Theatre, Hokitika, tomorrow night 'for the last time. It is a genuine benefit, all service’s being given free. The performers hate worked so hard, that a bumper house should he accorded them to supplement the patriotic funds, for which this clever entertainment was organised.

The motor launch Virginia owned by Mr. W. H. Hazard, of Auckland, was attacked and damaged by a swordfish off Cape Brett on Wednesday last j (says the Auckland “Star”). A party, | consisting of Air. Hazard, Dr. Pope, and Air. E. I*. Anders, of Sydney, were j on a fishing trip. When off Cape Brett one of the party secured with a rod a fish which ultimately proved to be a swordfish, probably weighing between 3001 b and 4001 bs. The fish, on being hooked, made straight for the launch, broached at about ten yards away, and re-entering the water, rammed the launch, the sword penetrating, nine inches through the one-inch kauri planking. After a' struggle the sword broke, and the fish, still on the hook, made for the sea. ’’-After being held for another five minutes or so, the line, became entangled and broke, and the fish disappeared. The launch was found to .be leaking badly, and the parte had to put back to Russell in quick time. The launch was beached for repairs. A piece of the sword was found inside the boat. This is stated to be the first instance known in New Zealand where a swordfish has attacked a boat, and it adds a spice of interest tmd danger to the splendid fishing which may he obtained all along the northern coast.

Wo ask von to Mine along and inI spool our quality in White Towels. Wo cannot give the same value later, I as our stock is .limited.—Misses Addison.—Advt. Paterson, Michel and Co., recommend “NO RUBBING” Laundry Help as the best for washing all clothes clean. Satisfaction guaranteed or money refunded.

The Chief Postmaster advises that the south mail coach which should have reached Ross on Tuesday evening, btit which has been held up by floods, left Hari Hari this morning at 8.30 o’clock and should reach Ross about 3 p.m. the mails coining on to Hokitika, tomorrow morning.

Much interest is being shown in Saturday’s patriotic bowling gathering in aid of Packet Day fund. On the green last night quite a number of ladies were practising for Saturday’s games and showed excellent form. The green will he open each afternoon for ladies for practice. The Packet Day Committee are arranged for afternoon tea which will be available for a modest fee. There will also be a putting Competition, which the excellent green should make interesting and enable our golfing enthusiasts to show their skill. Entrance to the green will bo seci'ired by the . purchase of a Packet Fund envelope for a nimble shilling. Arrived per S. S. Alexander, cases of apples, plums etc. Paterson Michel and Co., Ltd. Phone No 2.—Advt.

When pickling vegetables be sure to use the best MALT VINEGAR— SHAR LAND’S. Guaranteed under Food and Drugs Act. In bulk and bottle. All grocers. f