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Hokitika Guardian, 29 August 1919, Page 2

Applications are invited for 12 vacancies as assistant light-keepers for the Marine Department.

Misses Addison announce that They are showing their first shipment of spring and summer millinery, the very latest colours and shapes. Also a very fine range of coloured nose .'ln tiiampagne, steel, lovat, niggei, covert and sand shades.

The “Inangalma Times” says:—The reef in the South Big lliver Company’s lease has now opened out to a width of lft. Bin. to 2ft. Bin. It shows splendid coarse gold that can he seen with the naked eye some feet away while the country is most promising looking for the stone increasing in width. The opening up of the mine is being prosecuted with the greatest vigour, and it is hoped that within a very short tune, other striking developments will he made in this locality.

i\ painful accident bofcl 1\ . Huunain, son of Mr AV. Hannam, butcher, of Ciroymouth on Wednesday.' While ridiinr i( bicycle along Tarapulii Street a dog rushed over from the payment into the wheel of the machine, throwing the youth with some violence on to the road. TTe was taken to Dr Mcßreaity’s surgery, where he received attention, and was then sent to the hospital. • The unfortunate young man was found to be suffering from a fractured shoulder and otherwise was much shaken by his fall.

Though blankets are dear hot water, is cheap. Get a North British Rubber Go’s serviceable rubber bottle made with a. ‘‘Unique” stopper—the brand that spells satisfaction. Recommended by all retailers. .

Messrs W. JefTries and Co. announce the sale by auction at the Wataroa Sale Yards on Wednesday, 18th September, under instructions from Mrs A. Dale, of a valuable farm property at Wataroa, consisting of 194 acres, renewable lease, „at low rental. Particulars appear in this issue.

Mr Seddon M.P. in response to an enquiry has been informed by the Public Works Department that though there has bo'e-n considerable but unavoidable delay in commencing the Little Wanganui protective works in South Westland, the plant a »d mat-oral for the work are now on the site, and it is .hoped to start at once with the undertaking. Advice has been received of the death at Hanmer of Mr Edward Scott, cxInspector of Schools, under the Grey Education Board. The late Mr Scott was born in Noarthumberland, England, in the year 1864, came to New Zealand in 1874, and received his primary education in the Taylorvillc school Mr Scott’s first appointment was that of teacher of the No Town School, and he was afterwards second assistant of the Greymoutli District High School. In 1887, he was appointed first headmaster of the Dobson School, then to Taylorvillc school, and later Inspector under the Grey Board. Turpentine has again advanced in price (states an Auckland pper), with the result that values have practically doubled in a month. The wholesale price a month ago was 8s 6d per gallon. On August 7th it was 9s lOd, and to-day American quotations have been received at 12s 4d, c.i.f. and e. New Zealand. This last price is based on a dollar conversion rate of 4.7, but as rates have declined, and there will be 30-dollar freight, it is considered that the wholesale price here will run from 15s. to 16s. a- gallon. Merchants can give no explantion of the reason for the rise, save that it is stated that large interests in America control the spirit. At Addington stock sales on Wednesday there was a fair entry of fat pigs I and the entry quality was mixed. The penning met with fair competition, i Quotations are: —Extra heavy baconer? i to £9, heavy baconcrs £7 to £7 ss; | medium baconers £5 10s to £6 10s: 1 equal to lOd to 10$d per lb. Heav> { porkers £4 10s to £5 ; medium porker? £3 5s to £4 ss; equal to Is per lb. ! Choppers £6 to £l4. There was a hip t entry of store pigs, and a very fair dc | innnd. This demand would have beer j even keener had the railway restriction' | not been in operation. Quotation? j are:—Best stores 50s to 595; meditur stores 42s to 495, small stores 35s to 40? weaners 22s to 295, sows in pig £5 t( £7 17s 6d.

With respect to the invitation extend ed to a party of officers and men from 1131.5. New Zealand to visit Hokitika, the Westland Chamber of Commerce received the following reply from the Pay-master Captain of the warship:—“Your letter addressed to the Honorable the Minister of Defence, in which you very kindly extend an invitation to a party of officers and men from “H.M.S. New Zealand” to visit Hokitika, lias been passed to me, and laid before the Admiral of tbe Fleet. Lord Jellico'c asks that you will be so good as to convey to the citizens of Hokitika his thanks for the hospitality they so kindly preferred. He much regrets, however, that owing to the short stay at Lyttelton and the many engagements already made it will not be possible to take advantage of their generous offer which is greatly appreciated.”

During war time the trade had very great difficulty in placing a comprehensive selection of seasonable novelties, but peace conditions have found us in a very little better positmn, even worse, on account of shortage of materials and labour troubles, added to which prices are rising—contrary to all expectations. In spite of the difficulties our agents have managed to secure the very latest in millinery, blouses, dress stuffs, and buttons. In 1 misery we are showing the latest in art silk, cashmere, lisle, fashionable sports hose, including the new printed effects. Inspection cordially invited. —Schroder and Co.—Advt.

A scene of excitement prevailed in Rcvell St., this morning when AlcGruer and Co. initiated to Hokitika their Big Is Bargain Sale. Crowds of people visited this busy store during the day and the members of the staff were hard put to it to cope with their requirements. Alore than satisfied was the general expression of opinion. Further lines are being reduced, and tomorrow’s snips will be as good as today’s were, but, be early. McGruetand Co., (late W. J. Pritchard), Hokitika.

To he in the latest fashion it will be necessary to go to Schroder’s, who arc now showing the latest creations in millinery. The leading shapes are in Georgette, Crepe de Chine, Fagel, Leghorn and Panamas; and, what’s also important, at a very moderate price. Inspection cordially invited.—Advt.

North British Belting is staunch and lasting. It means economy to users of machinery. Instal it in your works. Ask your local dealer to give you full details with regard to prices and particulars.

Nasal Catarrh, Colds in the Head, Influenza, Bronchitis and Coughs are quickly cured b.y “Nazol.” Fragrant, effective, speedy. Price Is (id, everywhere.

Never let a day pass without telling someone about the wonderful laboursaving and perfect cleansing qualities of “No Rubbing” Laundry Help. Is packet sufficient for seven weekly family washings. John Parkhill. —Advt.

The most common of ills is probably the ordinary cold, and fhe most successful of cures for this common ill is “Nazol.” In hot ties of *0 doses for Is fid.

The Australian League team have now arranged to play West Coast at Greymoutb on Monday.

Applications are invited in this issue for appointment to the New Zealaud Staff Corps and Permanent Staff for officers'and men respectively of the New Zealand Expeditionary Force. Applications close on September 6th.

Kews has been received by her friends i'll Wellington (says the Wellington Post) that Dr Wood, husband of Mrs Wood (nee -Miss Ruby Seddon) lias received an’important position with the navy at Plymouth, England, and they will be taking up tlieir residence there.

The death took place rather suddenly at an early hour yesterday morning of Mr John McGrath, eldest son of Airs AloGrath, of Threadnecdle Street, Greymouth. Deceased who was about 43 years of age, took ill about eight hours before, but never rallied. /He leaves besides his mother, four sisters and two brothers.

The West Coast Rugby Union representative team leaves Greymouth tonight to play for the Seddon Shield at Westport to-morrow. The team t° re * present Buffer, consists of : —Dan Alouat, ‘‘Suowie” Griffiths, Ryan, Friend, Clem Green, Corby, “Dingle” Young, Jack Ryan, Alumni, “Weka” Griffin, Sichadick, Colvin, AlcLean, Fisher, Alclntyre.