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Hokitika Guardian, 27 September 1918, Page 2

The monthly meeting of the WestlandChamber of Commerce takes phi bo on Tuesday night next.

Of the Westland men who hrreturned from active service, Bnvate T. Anderson (ltuatnpu), is in ill-health; Private J. M. Gibb (Wniho Gorge) ’s suffering from a gunshot wound in the left knee; Private J. S.'Uoss {Christchurch'hospital) has a gunshot wound in the- head ; Private A. G. Toohoy has a gun-shot wound in the thigh; and Private G. Weir (Christchurch hospital) gun-shot wound in right elbow.

To-morrow (Saturday) the Red ana Black Depot will he going strong and the Committee expects to be busily and pleasantly occupied receiving and selling dainties of all kinds—cakes, scones, brawn, etc., etc., and quantities of jlovely spring -flowers (jonquils,- liatcissi;' daffodils, etc). Well-wishers are asked to bring along their gifts as early as possible, as the selling will need to lie done early, there being counter attractions in the evening.

A frequent traveller into 3011th test land writes; “The opening of the Mikonui bridge is a great benefit to the southern settlers, and all those brought into touch with them. I hope the enterprise of the millers in this undertaking "'ll be recompensed handsomely. ’['lie work has been carried out faithfully, and T have often had t 0 ford the river and know wlir-t a boon the bridge will be in flood time. I trustit will be the means to an end, and that the Government will wake up the occasion and bridge tlio remaining .crossings. Messrs Stuart and Ohapmail can give the Government hints on bridgebuilding.”

“J had just about decided to do without new clothes this Summer,” said a mail the other day when I a ran ucjosr an old friend looking unusually well in a new grey suit. After a remark *r two about the war and the present high cost of living, I casually asked him what he paid for the suit, saying that Six or Seven pounds was more than I could afford these tunes. Bless you, he answered, don’t run away with that idea. It looks a six or seven guinea suit, but it actually cost me only eighty-five shillings cash. I had it- made io order too, with the distinct understanding that if it- did not meet my idea of a good suit- there was no transaction, and my money must be refunded. Of course I was rather sceptical. All right, ho said, you can easily prove it by writing to John H. Glasson, Box 41, Christchurch, and ask him for his patterns and easy measurement form, just- like I did, I took the hint and was surprised to find I could get a suit made from 75/-, 85/-, 95/-, 105/-, with a money back guarantee. Other “Guardian” readers, will no doubt profit by this information.—Advt.

Soldiers’ Cakes, machine made, a speciality at Preston’s. Order early so that they may reach the boys lor Christmas. Send address nlid we will post them for you.—Advt. AY hen vou fit a NORTH BRITISH “A WON” TYRE to your bicycle, you are protected by a 6 to 15 months guarantee. Ask any cycle dealer. Let NAZOL protect your family against coughs and colds. One dose a day keeps colds away- Good for old an' voting. Sixty doses Is fid. For heavy loads and bad roads fit CLINCHER SOLTD BAND TYRES to your -commercial truck. Solid British quality. Enquire at any garage as to sizes and prices.

Among the Ladies Hats shown at F. Schroder and Co’s: Leghorns, Panamas, and Ready to wears will create a ready demand at Schroder’s.--Advt. Machinery owners should write to or call cm Hayward Bros., Ltd., Christchurch, for quotations and details of NORTH BRITISH BELTING. Best for all classes of machinery. Act now! The lending spirit for more than 50 years.-WOI.F IC’S K(3l NAl’l’-S. Black and White Si'k Blouses, Gold Voiles. Gold Crepes, Crepe do Chines. Fugo Silks are very conspicuous and considering the high price of the mark- ,,, can be got at F. Schroder and Co’s at very reasonable figures.—Advt. For Influenza take Woods’ Great Peppermint Our". Nevet fails. 1/6, 2/fi,

The Trustee* of the Hokitika Saving* Bank meet on Tuesday next at 3 o'clock.

The following will represent the Excelsiors in t,hoii' match with Blackball at. Victoria Park, Greymouth on Saturday:—M. Valentine, P. McDonald, C. Rothv.eli, s!. ll'nllidny, " L. Ross, J. Mosley, G. ik.mrVr, E. Hcenan, L. Stciptoilli, 11. Davidson, P. Kidd, W. Thompson, W. llavill, W. Leslie, G. Aitkeu. Emergency T. Foster. Shortly before S o’clock last evening the F,rebel Is at Greymouth gave an alarm in consequence of tin outbreak in a building in front of the State school at tlie corner of Tainui and Thompson streets. The structure which until lately has been used as a confectionery shop, belonged to Mr. O’Kane, baker and was unoccupied. The Fire Brigade were on the scene (piickly and prevented the fire getting a hold, the only damage done being in two rooms, except what was done by water. There was an insurance on the building of £20(1. The origin of the tire is mysterious, there being nothing about the premises to account for it when the owner left them at 5 o’clock yesterday afternoon. 'The official opening of the Mikonui Tramway-Traffic bridge will take place shortly after noon to-morrow, the ceremony being performed by Mr B. War * County Chairman. Visitors from Hokitika and north will proceed to Ross by the 10 a.m. train, and on arrival at the Ross station will join Messrs Stuart and Chapman’s tramway service to the bridge site. A light luncheon will be partaken of at noon adjacent to the bridge and subsequently the opening ceremony will take place. Given a fine day there is likely to be a considerable gathering at this interest ing function which marks the enterprise of the people in looking alter themselves when the Government neglects their obvious duty to the community.