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Hokitika Guardian, 15 November 1918, Page 2

The entries for Monday’s fat stool; sale at A rail lira appear in this issue. The D.I.P. Christchurch draw attention to special lines in blouses.

Messrs J. Ballantyno and Co. draw attention to special lines in tussore silk goods. Particulars of Messrs Jeffries and Co’s Arnhura and Kokatahi stock fixtures appear in this issue. At the latter sale the entries comprise 150 special bred station cattle in good forward condition.

A recent Casualty List includes: Slightly wounded, remaining with " : '»it—Second-Lieut. Hugh 'Linklater M.M. Stafford, October 7th. Not Reported as severe case—pte. J. Fluety, Araliura.

“1 clont-’ believed we will ever have the cost of living as low as it was before the war in any part of the world,” said Sir Joseph Ward in tho House of Representatives last- week. At any rate he did not thing there would be a reduction for at least ten years. One fad in the matter would be that a higher rate- of wages would be ruling than bad been the case in the past. Dr Chesson, District Health Officer, '>it Christchurch on Wednesday, expressed an emphatic* opinion that there was nothing in the nature of plague about the disease, but that it was definitely influenza, though influenza of a very virulent type. The fact that some of the victims turned black after death was due to the congestion of the lungs the want of aeration in the blood and the hack pressure of the veins and was a common attribute or pneumonia.

| Wednesday’s Gisborne "Herald” has the following:—An unusually sad ease in connexion with the influenza epidemic has been brought under notice by tin- Rev. Joseph Carlisle who with several residents of the West End lias interested himself in the matter. The case is that of the Guilford family, residents of T 0 Hapara. Both the mother and father and four out of five small children were conveyed to the hospital as a result of the epidemic. One of the children (a bright little girl) succumbed, the funeral talcing place yesterday, whilst the mother who is spoken of as having been a bard working woman, passed away last evening. The father and remaining three children having been taken charge of by some kindly neighbours. Another particularly sad case reported to-day was that of a man named Frank Anderson, a resident of Grey street. His fiancee succumbed to the epidemic on Sunday last and be bad assisted with the making of the funeral arrangements the following day. Yesterday he was himself admitted to tile institution in a critical condition, passing away last night. Undoubtedly the sports suit is becoming deservedly popular. Made ! from the right material they always look smart aud stand plenty of hard j wear. The price too is much IPss than the ordinary sax suit for 52s 6d, (535, , 75s you can have one made to your exact measures with a guarantee of absolute satisfaction or money refunded. If you compare these prices you will find them less than the ordinary retailors, and are only made possibly by sollimr direct from the workroom to. the wearer for cash without the added cost of shop expenses. Any of our readers wishing patterns should write to John H. Glasson, Cashel, Street, Christchurch who will also enclose Ids very simple measurement form. Another • item of interest to men folk is strong working trousers post paid to any address for 12s 9d, 15s. These also are i guaranteed to give six months hardest 1 wear or a new pair will be given free of charge. You can rely on them for twelve months in fact. Safe invest- j mem and saving of at least 5s per pair. Mention size.—Advt. No more grinding of teeth with WARE’S WORM FIGS. Price Is fid. Water your garden this summer or vou won’t have one. Invest in North British Rubber Company’s garden hose. Best fabric, best rubber. Hardware shops sell it.

For pickling, there’s no better Vinegar on the market than SHABLAND’S Brewed from Malt and Sugar. Free from mineral acid. Sold in bulk and bottle. All grocers, The leading spirit for more than 60 years, WOLFE’S SCHNAPPS,

The Post and Telegraph Department advises that all Telegraph work for all stations, (West Coast- excepted), are showing a heavy delay, owing to the heavy rush of work and short staffs.

The Public Health Department draw attention in our advertising columns to the necessity of taking due precautions in conneciioi! with the' influenza cpidemic. and instructions for the best course for patients to follow.

Mr John Adamson of l'lari Ilari purcliased recently in Canterbury the b.g. 3 vr. old Preludium (Achilles-Preludc) tor tin* West Coast race meetings, The horse lias arrived hero and is now in charge of Mr F. T. Smith who will take in. hand also the preparation of Lady Middleton for the midsummer meetings. In respect to the epidemic now running its course, a notice-appears in this issue from the Westland County Council, for the inhabitants of the 'Westland County. Residents are urged to take all possible precautions including attention to sanitary matters and a liberal nsc of disinfectants.

' Mr B. Ward, County Chairman, has arranged with Mr W. K. Williams, the local chemist, to send an extra supply of preventative medicines for the use of the southern people in eonifectim 1 with the present (epidemic . Tie's medicines may be obtained from the Resident Nurse in the smith district. file, North Westland Candidate Repot (colours lted-and-Black) is to-day doing a roaring trade in cakes, scones, homemade jams (apricot «&c.,) brawn and ajl the other delicate viands which abound there is great variety. The Repot will bo open again to-morrow for the last “effort” of the Queen Carnival Contest, so supporters are rallying strongly. Business is brisk and the “Copper Soldier’’ is making his last stand—receiving strong reinforcements which it is hoped will give him the reward he seeks. Buy tickets now for the “Coronation” which will take place as soon as advisable.

Complaining of the inadequacy of the Government’s proposals for the prevention of “peaceful penetration,’’ Dr A. K. Newman, M.P., said that when lie was at Sling Camp a year or so ago there were a number of men of alien descent, whom the military authorities would not dare to .send to the front line, because they might prove treacherous. There were 60 or 70 there. There had been instances of treachery—one or two in our local army in Gallipoli, and in the British and French armies in France. A, 'Britisher was alwaiys a Britishers and a German was a German wherever he was born. A negro born in Southland was still a- negro. In the hospitals at the front the wounded men display wonderful cheerfulness under the most distressing circumstances. Often it happens that file men have to make their own fun, and Adjutant Blandin in a lecture at the Salvation Army Citadel at Welling, ton last week told of an invalid in one of the hospitals who provided a great deal of fun with schoolboy essays. One such essay was on the cow, and was somewhat as follows: —The cow is a wonderful animal. It has four legs one at each corner, with a duster behind to brush away the flies. The cow gives milk. The white cow gives white milk so does the black. When four cows get together in a corner of the paddock that is condensed milk.

A few of the Bargains being offered at McGruer and Co.’s Groat Clearing Sale of R. P. Maokay’s, Westport stock; Men’s Natural Merino Vests and Pants (usually 2/11) now 1/11 each; Men’s All-Wool Flannel Unders now 5/11; Men’s Heavy Woollen Sox, 2 pairs for 3/1J ; Men’s Black Cashmere Socks, 2 pairs for 2/11; Men’s Irish Lawn Handkerchiefs, now 3 for 1/11; Men’s White Silk Handkerchiefs, now 1/11; Men’s Medium and Heavy Braces, now 1/6; Men’s All Wool Tweed Trousers, now 15/6; Men’s gaddle Tweed Trousers now 21/-; Boys’ Sport Suits, sizes 6 to 14, usually 32/6, now 25/6. Write for Big bargain price list, McGruer and Co., The Spot Cash Drapers, Greymouth.—Advt.

Tan boots are easily diitied, but this can be quickly got over if you use “TAN-OL.” It cleans, polishes and preserves.

On the best appointed tables you invariably find tbe best Malt Vinegar— SHARLAND’S. Pure, piquant, palatable. fn bulk nml bottle at till grocers.

When you fit Clincher Tyres to your bicycle, you are protected by a 6 to 15 months’ guarantee, and freedom from nnuovance.

John Parkhill for “No Rubbing” Laundry Help. Is 3d packet sufficient for seven weekly family washings. “No Rubbing” delights every thrifty wife When you buy garden hose get the best. There’s nothing to equal North British Rubber Company’s brand. Best fabric—best rubber—high quality—long service.

Be judge and jury and give “NAZOL” a trial. There can be only one verdict —“Absolutely competent to cure colds, influenza, bronchitis and nasal catarrh.