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Hokitika Guardian, 31 October 1919, Page 2

Messrs McGruer and Co. distribute an inset with this issue, setting out j particulars of a Clearing sale, j' We have for sale: fresh groper and - teraki at the Federal Supper Rooms, ; opposite O’Connor’s Hotel.—Advt. Mrs A. M. Browne having disposed of her business, is holding a clearing sale for a few only at Princess Theatre shop.—Advt. j 'Misses Addison have just opened up a large consignment of Seagrass goods, including Drawing-room and Sofa Squares and Mats in all sizes and the latest colorings. y The death took place at Wanganui at mid-niglit on Saturday of Mr. J. G. Lethaby, umbrella manufacturer, formerly of Westport. Deceased was 74 years of age. Mr F. W. Feddersen, for the past two and a half years manager of the | local branch of the New Zealand CloWiI ing Factory, has resigned his position i with that firm, and is shortly entering j tlnj old-established drapery firm of Adi dison’s as partner and manager. ! w r T X fiPfl

Mi- J. J. McGrath ,a barrister and solicitor, well-known in Wellington com mereial land legal circles formerly of Golds borough, will contest Wellington Central seat as the official nominee of the Liberal Party, in opposition to Mr Peter Fraser, the sitting Labour member.

A son of Mr T. Mitchell, of the Westport Harbour Board’s staff, fell into the Buffer river on Sunday morning, and was nearing the last stages of drowning when Mr Joe Cummings dived into the‘water and saved the, lad, with later assistance by Messrs Tredennick, Burns and Matthews.

The Westport Bowling Club opened its season on Monday under ideal weather conditions. There was a large attendance, many lady visitors being present, and their gay summer costumes added to the harmony and beauty of the surroundings. The ground was in perfect order. ' The late Hon. James Colvin leaves a widow and eleven of a family Mes‘.dames W. Newman, Gome, Craig, Griffin and Misses Kate, Elsie and Myrtle Colvin, Messrs Robert, Albert, Harry, and (Percy Colvin. Another son Charles, died in the Boer war.

The death of Mr Michael Shannahan took place yesterday at the residence of his mother, the Union Hotel, at ail early hour. The deceased had been in failing health for some time owing to heart strain. He had a seizure and gradually passed into unconsciousness. The deceased who was about 40 years of age, was unmarried. At Addington stock sale on Wednesday an average entry of fat pigs "as forwarded and although pork butchers competed keenly, there was not Lie 'same spirit amongst buyers for bacon. Quotations are: —Extra heavy baconers to £8; Heavy baconers £6 to £7; Medium baconers £5 os to £5 15s. Equal to lOd per lb.; Heavy porkers 90s to 955.; Medium porkers 70s to 80s; Equal to lid to lL}d per lb; Ckoppeis £6 to £9 16s. A big entry of store pigs came toward. There were no really large-sized pigs, but for all classes the enquiry was keen. Quotations are: Best stores £3 10s. to £3 15s; Medium stores 50s. to 58s; Small stores 42s to 485.; Weaners 23s to 41s; Sows in pig to £7 10s.

Your secret for that dazzling shine on your shoes Miss Pretty Maid ? “Keep Smiling” Boot Polish, Sir, she said.—Advt.

Stationery bargains.--Manilla envelopes Is hundred, 9s 6d thousand; superior white envelopes, 50 lor Is; college exercise book, size 8 x 10$-, 32 pages 4 for Is; the Gordon exercise book x 81- 49 pages,'3 for Is; Egypt writing tablet, 71 x 9, 50 sheets, special value, 9d each, McGruer and Co., Cash Drapers, Hokitika and Greymouth.—Advt. *•

To remove a Bad Cold take “NAZOL” on sugar, which should be dissolved in the mouth. Or use the Nazol Inhaler. Either treatment never fails.

Although each season it is becoming more difficult in obtaining satisfactory supplies of reliable hosiery, Schroder and Co., through their agents, have secured sufficient for local requirements. New sports hose in black cream, cashmere, black and coloured cashmere hose, silk hose, glissiuna hose, in all shades children’s half and three quarter hose in great variety are showing A visit to the house will prove to your satisfaction. —Advt.

“NAZOL” cap be inhaled in office, shop, church or theatre. Penetrating and germ-killing. Prevents and relieves coughs apd pofds. All chemists. 60 doses, 1 /§.

Only best plantation rpbber backed by British brains and capital go to .nake up the “Unique” success of the Unique” brand hot water bottle. Sold and recommended by the leading retailers everywhere. Cold in the head, did you say? Then lose no time in getting “NAZOL.” Marvellous how rapidly that honest remedy shifts a cold. 60 doses Is 6d. North Bfijtjslj Belting keeps the machines working satisfactorily- Year in. year out it spells efficiency and economy. Ask your Iqcal dealer to give you full djetaifj? with regard to price and particular^..

I The Westland County Council give J notice in this issue in connection with the proposal to raise loans for workers' in the Inter-Wanganui district. A reminder is given of the auction sale of furniture and effects of Mrs JEisfelder in the mart to-morrow morning at 11 o’clock by Messrs W. Jeffries and Co. ) , An old resident of the district, Mr James Graham, passed away at the age of -,63 at the Grey River Hospital on". Wednesday. Deceased wag a native of Ireland. Messrs W. Jeffries and Co. have several very important announcements in this Issue in reference to approaching auction sales of stock, property and furniture in South Westland. The particulars are of special interest to our readers generally.