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Hokitika Guardian, 24 April 1920, Page 2

The “Guardian” supplement to day is again a very attractive one. I All Returned soldiers are requested ' to wear uniforms, if available, at to- ' morrow’s parade. j The South Westland mail was unable ! to leave Ross this morning, the Little ' Waitaha being in flood. House holders are reminded that the election of School Committees takes place on Monday evening at 7.30 o’clock at the several centres in the district. ' In connection with the railwaymen s trouble it was commonly reported last evening that important developments were likely to take place on Monday. Lieut. S. Frickleton Y.C., will arri.-e ‘here to-night from Westport, and will lay the foundation stone of the Wisland War Memorial on Cass Square at noon to-morrow. A very pretty wedding was celebrate! in Holy Trinity Chur c h,. Greymouth, on Thursday, the contracting arties being Mr David IS. Kerr of Lyttelton and Eldith, second daughter of Mr and Mrs T. Clarke, Shakespeare St. Greymouth.

The Prince of Wales was due to arrive at Auckland wharf at 10.55 o’clock this morning. The exactness of the time, suggests the punctuality of Royalty in fulfilling its engagements, r.rd this will require to be borne in m>nd throughout the. tour.

Yesterday a start was made with ’he preparations for the street decorations more than a fortnight’s time. The timber for the several arches is now being prepared, and the erection of same will be put in hand next week. Mr J. S. Langford is hurrying on the preparations for the electric light display, the machinery required now being placed in position.

On Thursday Mr Bruce, County Chairman, visited Otira, and- met representatives of the local committees in regard to the visit of the Prince of Wales on May 13th. Very satisfactory arrangements were concluded, and the occasion will be something of a red letter day for the district. Entertainment will be made for the children, returned soldiers and the workers, arid the ladies have not been overlooked either. Local committees arc to be set up at a public meeting at Otira on Monday night.

Tli 'Railway Department proposes to erect over forty dwellings at Otira for the accommodation of the staff etc., to be stationed there when the through railway is running. It is believed through passenger traffic will be established towards the close of next vear. Very good progress is being made with the tunnel works, despite the extremely wet nature of the country now being passed through. The men at both ends are working on contract. Three shifts are operating, and tho progress is being very well maintained. There is a largo amount of work to be done outside, and there is no sign of this commencing, but plans are ready and a com inencement must be made very sui n now.

Ladies desirous of having tlieir evening frocks for the Royal Ball should leave their orders at once at Mrs J. Lloyd’s. A large selection of materials to cliose .from.—Advt.

d a s n if t i s s t 3 Special purchase of ladies’ untrimnied ’ straws, great variety, 7s 6d, 12s 6d, 15s, ' 17s 6d; new costumes £G 10s, £7 10s, ! to £lO 10s; woollen sports coats 39s 6d, i 755, to 955, now showing at Addison’s. ' —Advt. ' i Dee Bros, contend that now is the opportune time for everybody to buy “KEEP SMILING” Boot Polish. Price •billy 8d per tin. Best for all leathers. For Children’s Hacking Cough, j Woods’ Great Peppermint Cure 1/9, 2/9. I Every mother is more than pleased ' to have her boy appearing in a nice new suit, bought at Schroder’s— where t you can get suited at less than usual j ! cost. Now is your chance for the j • holidays.—Advt. | j j us t landed, 200 cases choice desert I and cooking apples, consisting of Jona- ' tliians, Coxes, Pippins, Washington’s, I Munros, etc., etc., in 401 b cases, 7s (Jet I t() ga pd.—Paterson, Michel and Co., Ltd. (Phono No. 2). —Advt. I Tan boots are easily dirtied, but this can be qpickly got over if you use “TAN-OL.” It cleans, polishes and iireservo' Shine your tan shoes with “TAN-OL the brilliant polish that won’t rub off. For Bronchial Coughs, take Woods’ Great Peppermint Cure 1/9, 2/9 “TAN-OL” does much and costs little, polishes furniture, brightens floorcloth. Quick, easy and economical.

Great Stocktaking Sale commencing Thursday April 22nd. a splendid opportunity of buying new seasons goods at end of the Season reduced prices. Every article from every Department marked down to bedrock. The balance of new seasons goods coming forward show advances of 20% to 80%. Buy now, the savings are considerably. Barbains in General Drapery, Millinery, Eancy goods and boots and shoes. McGruer and Co., Department Store, Hokitika and Grey month.—Advt.

The Charitable (Aid Board meets on ' Wednesday evening, when the levy on the local bodies will be made. j It is notified in this issue that No ' 2 Westland Industrial Building Society will appropriate £3OO uy sale at the Secretary’s office on Monday at 7.15 p.m. % Keenan’s motor bus will leave Rimu at 9 o’clock to-morrow (Sunday) mor- ; ning to enable attendance at the Anzac i memorial parade.—Advt. , It is expected that the Hon. Mr ’ Coates, Minister for Public Works will * visit Westland next month, subsequent 1 to the Royal visit, and will include 1 South Westland in Ids tour. [ There was a further downpour of , rain last night and the weather con- ; tinues wet to-day, a considerable fall , taking place during the night. A heavy sea has been running during the i past few days. ‘ The Telegraph Department has received advice that the Fern Arch t n ‘ Buller Gorge collapsed on Thursday 1 night and destroyed four or five poles ! and wires. The road will be blocked 1 for some days. Telegraph and telephone 1 communication was cut off but restored 1 at 10 a.m. The lines will be liable to ' | interruption for some time until permanent repairs are effected.

A very successful impromptu debate was held last evening in connection with the All Saints’ Institute. After leaders and, sides had been chosen, the Chairman announced the subject viz., “That the system of party politics is in the best interest of the State.” A feature of these debates has been that all those present speak, and that the younger members have been conspicuously successful. It was decided to hold the Institute meetings every Friday evening, instead of fortnightly.. The general subject, “A League of Nations,” has been selected for next Friday’s speeches.

Colombo Teas, Coffee, and Cocoa. Cheapest and best in the market. Obtainable at McLean’s store, Revel! Street, Hokitika, and at Kumara Junction. Sole agent for Westland.— Advt.

For influenza, take Woods’ Great Peppermint Cure 1/9, 2/9. Furniture, Floors and Linoleums look like new when rubbed with “TAN-OL.” Brings up wood-grain and pattern—gives a lasting polish. .

You won’t keep a cold or sore throat above a day or two if you use "NAZOL.” Acts like a charm. Get it today. 60 doses 1/3.

More effective than any mixture in stopping a cold is “NAZOL.” Penetrating and genu-killing. Keep it handy in home, shop or office. 1/6 buys 60 doses.

A sure and pleasant specific for removing Wonns is WADE’S WORM FIGB.