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Hokitika Guardian, 27 April 1920, Page 2

The death took place at Auckland yesterday of Mrs Sweetman, widow' of the late Mr E. Sw'ectman, ’ formerly of Cobden. Deceased leaves a son and four daughters.

A reminder is given of the practice 'at the Overseas Club to-night at 7.30 o’clock of the united choirs and others willing to lead in the singing on the occasion of the (Royal visit. A. punctual attendance is invited.

An alarm of fire was given at 4.30 o’clock yesterday morning, the scene of the outbreak being a five-roomed cottage in High Street, Greymouth, occupied by Mr Corbett, butcher, and owned by Mark Sprot and Co. The Higli Street brigade was promptly on the scene and the main brigade arrived shortly afterwards. Two rooms were badly burnt, and the other rooms damaged by water. The origin of the outbreak is unknown. There was no insurance on the furniture.- The house was insured for £125.

Last night’s Grey' “Star” says;—ln view of the fact that the railwaymen have expressed disapproval of the terms offered by the Prime Minister, a crisis lias, been reached, and further developments are expected. We, therefore, advise our readers not to undertake any railway' journey unless in case of extreme urgency. We also advise them to get in supplies of coal and other goods which are brought here by the

train service.' It- is hoped that the trouble may yet be averted, but in the meantime it is well to he fully prepar-

At Wellington on Thursday, the wellknown French boxer-athlete, Laurent Volaire, was charged with landing in

the Dominion without a permit. After hearing evidence, the counsel for defendant submitted that no offence had been committed, as the information charged Volaire with unlawfully 'landing in New Zealand, not being in possession of a passport, or .a permit issued by the External Affairs Department, or a person duly' authorised. According to the wording of the regulations a foreigner travelling from the Commonwealth to

the Dominion need not possess a passport if he had a permit. And who was to say that Captain Wallace was not a “duly authorised person”? No evidence had been submitted to that end. Volaire bad made no attempt to beat the authorities. Upon application to

the Consul-for Franco at Sydney for a passport he was informed that one was not necessary, and he was directed to Captain Wallace, who issued the permit. The magistrate said he would take time to consider the matte*', as ho desired to read the Australian regulations. In the meantime, Volaire could have his liberty and return to the West Coast.

A friend for you! “NAZOL” instantly relieves coughs and c-olds. Gel a Nazol Inhaler.

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.

Ready for instant use, “NAZOL” is sure protection against coughs and colds. 60 doses Is 6d. 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. Ihe balance of new seasons goods coming forward , show advances of 20% to 80%. Buy now, the savings are considerably. Barbains in General Drapery, Millinery, Fancy goods and boots and Aloes. MoGruer and Co., Department Store, Hokitika and Greymouth.—Advt.

Sixty doses of “NAZOL” cost only 1/6. Splendid for coughs, colds, throat and chest soreness. Get busy with “NAZOL” to-day.

Just landed, 20(1 cases choice desert and cooking apples, consisting of Jonatliians, Coxes, Pippins, Washington’s, Munros, etc., etc-., in 4.01 b cases, 7s fid to 8s fid.—Paterson, Michel and Co., Ltd. (Phone No. 2). —Advt,

The meeting of the Charitable Aid Board called for Wednesday evening lias been adjourned till the next evening (Thursday).

Messrs W. Jeffries and Co. announce entries for their stock sale at llokatahi on Wednesday, sth May, and for their sale at Hari Hari yards on Saturday, Bth May. St. Mary’s Club notifies its numerous patrons that the euchre and dance t-h’s week will be held on Thursday night instead of Wednesday as usual. Full particulars to-morrow night.—Advt. j, Mr E. C. Levvey, S.M. and Warden, is at present on holiday leave on the East Coast. During his absence Mr T. E. Maunsell, S.M. and Warden in the Buffer district, will take the local sittings. The next local fixture is set down for 12th May.

The 1920 euchre and dance sea :on will open in the One Mile Hll Arab ara on next Thursday night-. For two years past the Hall Committee have run a very successful • series of entertainments and they have made great preparations for the opening night of this year. Excellent prizes have been secured for the evening and the tournament is to he followed by a supper and dancing. The admission will he e,s usual. Ladies a plate.—r Advt.

Very general regret will be felt at the news of the death of that sterling South AVestland resident Air George Seott-Robertson which took place last night at Hokitika. The deceased was brought up from Hari Hari on Sunday evening for medical attention his condition then being critical and he collapsed after’ arrival, passing away last evening. The deceased was & native of Glasgow, Scotland .and 60 years of age He was for some years a resident of Hokitika, and in his*younger days wa-S 1 a - well-known athlete and sport, taking a prominent part in cricket and football. He later settled in South Westland where he did his utmost to push on the advancement- of the district. Hi,s sudden demise v. ill be deplored by a wide circle of friends all over the Coast who will extend deepest sympathy to his bereaved wife and familv of three sons.

The mountain ranges have been hid from view since last week, and when tho weather cleared this morning a very ,striking sight wa<s seen, as the result of the 131 inches of rain wo have Jiad during the last 72 hours. The rainfall for the period, by tho way, is about onetenth of our average rainfall for the year, so we have got a- substantial quota in one extra large dose. The clearing of the ranges revealed a general absence of snow, but the valleys and plateaux of the ranges must be holding a fair amount of water, as many large waterfalls were visible on the mountain sides. The most notable was a huge faff, which could be se4n making its way down the mountain side on one of the high mountains of the Whitehorn ridge—probably Mount Tyndall, 6090 feet. The waterfall could be seen from the Quay between the gap of Gentle Annie and Mount Graham, and in direct line was probably 20 miles a.vay. It came from a high elevation, probably fully 4000 feet, and was' evidently a great volume of water to bo so clearly discernable at such a distance. The opinion was expressed that the water would be finding its way into the Styx river, and ultimately into the Hokitika river. Several other waterfalls of various dimensions were to be seen on other of the liillts, presenting quite an unusual sight, as the high ranges are usually snow-covered. During the day a large number of people scanned the unusual si-.dit, and examined the waterfalls with field glasses which gave a clearer impression of the interesting sight.

London advises that New Zealand mails despatched by the AVestmeatli via Panama 'Canal, arrived on the 21st- : i’st.

Be emphatic. Insist on genuine “NAZOL.” Nothing like it for preventing or relieving coughs and colds. 60 doses 1/6.

Keep tho kiddies well “NAZOL.” is sure protection against coughs and colds. Sprinkle baby’s pillow. Older children can take it on sugar.