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Hokitika Guardian, 16 February 1920, Page 2

Mr G. A. Perry, Mayor, who has been on a visit to the North Island, is expected to return here on Wednesday morning.

Speaking in the Chautauqua tent on Saturday afternoon, Judge Alden said “in order to have a friend, you must be a friend.” Then he gave a lad’s definition of a “friend;” “a friend is someone who knows all about you, and is 'still your friend.”

The interesting and very pleasin' cinematograph picture of “a Torn Through Westland’-’ is now bein' siiown through the -North Island town.' ns.» serial in three sections. Tile picture will make a complete circuit o hofh Islands before bpipfr spot jto the United Kingdom. Dalgety and Coy report:—Londoi wool sale sopened with a fair selection As compared with last sales, closing ra/e? good Merino wools were ver> firm, other descriptions occasionally slightly easier. Fine Xbrpd# very firm, medium X-breds unchanged, whilst coarse X-breds were neglected and most ly withdrawn from sale.” (n the course of his address on Satur. day night, Judge AJden, of tho Chautauqua party made reference La his visit that day to Lake Kapicri, where he considered so much latent power was stored in the splendid reservoir tbp hike provides. The speaked dwelt in passing oft the possiblities to this town arising out of the lmrnpssing of the waters, and tho application of the power so derived in industry. Ineientally it might be mentioned that the visitors to the lake on Saturday were charmed with the scenery and the pleasant nature of the motor run to the beauty spot, After the conclusion of the business of the.Cobden Ratepayers Association last trepk, the chairman (MrG. Heinz), hand ed in his resignation of that position owing to his early retnpval to Hokitika. On behalf of the Committee, Mr J. i- Walker .thanked Mr Heinz for his tireless efforts in t.he interests of the Association since its inception, first as a committeeman, and laterly as its chairman, npd congratulated him on his progressive step. These sentiments were endorsed by several others present and suitably acknowledged by Mr Heinz, Mr W. 11. Kettle of fJrpymouth, speaking at ft recent meeting of flip Chamber of Comercc on the subject of hydro-electricity and the question of taking up Kaitieri Power scheme via Hokitika, said “the Chamber had no intention of playing .second fiddle to Hokitika. Evidently Mr Kettle has not ■heard the Zedeler Symphonic Quintette at the Olmufiutqiia, or -lie would understand better whajc up important instrument contributing to complete luirntojty _ the second violin is. In the same way, , in inter-civic harmony, the second fiddle if is is decently played can be an all Important i actor. A .very plcnspnt evening was spent in Tokor.’s liall, Arajmra pn Wednesday last, when the residents tendered a welcome home s.ocial and dance to. Private A. h (Mickey) Hoyle. During the evening songs IVprp tendered by Misses' Mason and Murdoch. Music was supplies by Mrs Lousidi, extras being played by Misses Toker, Morgan, Monahan find 'Murdoch. \ feature ot the evening was a Leap A ear waltz, i.he floor being rushed by the young ladies looking for partners. A dainty supper w,m £ provided by the ladies, and Air Lousidi disposed of his duties as M .C. in an excellent manner, thus hi inging a very pleasant function to a close.

Year after year brings increasing proof of the superiority of SHAR- ( LAND’S Baking Powder. Costs loss than others—worth morel ■

The Riniu people intend holding their annual sports on Easter Tuesday, April 6th. The owner of a strayed Hereford heifer, running- on a Mikonui property is advertised for.

Capt. Earle telegraphed this morning from Oktiru that the Paeroa would probably be unable to get out until the highest spring tide about Friday next. The annual meeting of the Hokitika branch of the New Zealand Labour Party will be held on Wednesday next, the 18th February, at 8 p.m.

During the absence orSir James Allen on the trip to the Islands, Hon. Mr Massey will attend to the portfolio of Finance, and the Hon. J. G. Coates to that of Defence. Sisters Brawn and Garner who have

been away for the past 4.V years on war service, arrived by Saturday’s coach on a visit to their old Hospital. They are the guests of the Matron of the Westland Hospital, and expect to be in the district for the week. It is announced to-day that tfib “Diggers” will give their performances at the Princess Theatre on Wednesday and Thursday nights, instead of at the Opera House as previously notified. The “Dandies” concluded their short season here on Saturday night. There was a fair attendance at the Princess Theatre, and the programme was very much enjoyed. It was a complete change from the previous evening, and the performers’ efforts met with marked applause.. The Company went north to-day. Applications for retrospective children’s allowance on behalf of returned soldiers have not been received as freely as anticipated, the explanation no doubt being that in the majority of such cases, those i eligible for the grant have not been made aware of the fact. With a view to bringing the matter prominently under the notice of the public generally, the Defence Department is endeavouring to advertise the grant as widely as possible, and in accordance wth the request of the local Patriotic Society this additional publicity is given, The large picnic party from llunanga on Saturday had a beautiful day for the enjoyment of their outing. During the afternoon sports were carried on, and the visiting band rendered a fine musical prpgramm.e t p the evident pleasure of the large number of visitors gathered round. The children patronised the Municipal baths in considerable numbers, and generally appeared to be having a very good time. Several of the visitors attended the Chautauqua entertainment. The visitors returned home at night seemingly yell satisfied with their outing,

The nep* leviathan ships now under construction for the United States Mercantile Marine are to bp i,O(M> feet in length, with a liefljn pf J(!2ft. a depth of 74ft. and a tonnage of 55,000 tons, while the turbine engines are to be of 110,000 h.p. As these vessels are to burp oil as fuel, and it is understood, are to make their British port, Southampton ,the recent arrangements made for the storage of oil fuel and for the supply of it to ships in Southampton ’•Water makes the provision for such exigencies of far greater importance, and is an indication of the port’s progressive position. It is stated, too, that some of the largest ex-German liners are to be included in the North Atlantic service ; while it is reported that the Leviathan, (formerly the Vnterland), and the Tin porn tor will, in all probability ,be eventually assigned to the New York-G’hprbourg-Souihainpjfcoji service.

Penders of the Guardian .are good judges of values. They apppreciatc a fair and square deal, 'Fligv know too. when they are being financially bled. It is to he regretted that for the last two months orders for the suits tailored by mail by John 11. Glasson have far exeeydcfj the output, not nearly so many a» wjshp.cj, wp-re able f.o secure one of these splendid fitting suits bpfpj.e t)ie holidays. The position iu now better, and we adviso any man wanting a good suit, to write now for patterns. There ip jjo better value in Now Zealand to day. b'riciVy njnge from 92s 6d to los ,%1. fhp patterns grp jsjlfar t, and | you hi)ye a gppd collection to choose from. With tjUp simplified pleasuring form included with iho patterns, customers are guaranteed a perfect fit. If any suit is not made exactly as ordered or fails in thp fit, the full purchase price will be at oneg ryfiipdfd. N.o f'isk is taken whatever, you are not a peppy out of pocket if you are not pleased With yoqr purchase. Mention the Guardian and note flip address, John H- Glasson, Cashel St., Christchurch, P.Q. Box 41.--A(lvt,