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Hokitika Guardian, 1 June 1920, Page 2

The Eastern Extension Company advise that all messages for the United Kingdoum are lieing diverted to '* n | Pacific.” j Members of A. Company 13tli. Regi- ) ment are notified that a slmoting match will be held on the rifle range Hokitika 1 on Thursday next (King’s Birthday) commencing at If) o’clock for money ( prizes. i Rev. Father' O’Sullivan, of Upper Hutt arrived at Hokitika on Saturday night to take charge of the parish of St. Mary’s during the absence of Rev. Dean. Tubman who left by this morning’s express en route to the Old Country on an extended holiday. You can’t sleep with cold feet. A “Unique” hot water bottle gives perfect rest. It will last for years. On sale everywhere. Now that the cold weather is on us it is well to secure warm underwear, coats, knitted jerseys and furs, for which the house of Schroder’s are famous.—Advt. Carry it in your pocket. “NAZOU” ' protects from colds, coughs and sore ; throats. Penetrating, pleasant, safe and convenient. Is 6d buys 60 doses. 1

Tlie Returned Soldiers’ Association will hold an Assembly Dance in the Drill Shed on Thursday, 3rd June. Patrons are assured of a good night’s amusement. Dancing from Bto 12. Come along and assist, a worthy cause. Good music, etc.—Advt. Addisons, in this issue, advertise a list of Showroom specialities. Most of the lines mentioned are suitable for the cold weather, and, as all classes of woollen garments arc becoming scarce, intending purchasers are advised to shop early. A special discount of 5s in the U is also announced, on all millinery.

A young man named V. Hardy had the misfortune to incur painful injuries whilst working at the Te fvinga sawmill op Saturday last. Hardy was an- , gaged on the breaking down bench when by some means the lever used lor turning the logs sprang up and struck the young man’s jaw and. factured the hone. Medical attention was found to I be necessary and Hardy was later con- I veyed to his homo where he is progress- , ing as well as can be expected. j ll.ii.H. Prince of Wales caused the ! following message to be radiographed. l to Captain Seddon M.P., from the Renown when the warship was approaching Melbourne last week—“ The Prince of Wales greatly appreciated your message from the people of Westland. He sends his warmest thanks for the splen • did welcome which you gave him, and his best wishes to all, K' a Ora. (SgT) Lieut.-Col. Grigg, Secretary to H.R H. the Prince of Wales, H..M.S. Renown, at sea, May 23rd.” A somewhat serious accident occurred at Bevan’s Tunnel Rewanui yester-day-morning and as a result a young man named T. Fisher, son of Mr W. Fisher, suffer painful injuries to Ins face and hands. It appears, says the •<Argus” that Fisher was starting Jjhe motor which drives the fan for ventilating the tunnel when the gas in the pipes exploded. The injured lad walked over to the power house for assistance, and this was responsible for«the cold air adding to the pain of the sufferer. Mr Fisher senr., was working at the power house, and ho immediately had his son conveyed home. It is difficult at present to conclude just how seriously Fisher has been injured. ITis sight is not affected, but he is suffering .considerable pain. The sun enters the zodiacal sign of Cancer on June 22nd, which will he the shortest day of the year in the southern hemisphere. On this day the sun will rise at 7.36 a.m. and set at 4.27 p.m, and attain a meridian altitude of .about ,23deg. 2min. Its distance from the earth will then be about 94,(XX), 000 miles The planet Mercury, which will be veij far'north during the month, will set about the same time as the sun at the beginning of the month: on June 15th it'will set at 5.49 p.m. Venus will be too close to the sun to be seen during the month. Mars will rise at R 23 p.m, and Jupiter and Saturn will set at 9.12 p.m. and 10.8 p.m. respectively. During the latter part of the month Mars witl be in close proximity to Alpha V irginis CSpiea)—a star of magnitude 1.2: the brightness of the planet will exceed that of the star by about H magnitude. Pollard’s Pictures at. the Princess Theatre drew a crowded audience last, evening. The first film was a record of the tour of the Prince of Wales throngs part of New Zealand. The pictures were excellent, splendid views of the Prince being given. The arrival of the Renown at Auckland, and the landing there was the first shown, followed bv "a number of way pictures. Then the arrival at Picton, the welcomes at Blenheim and Nelson; scenes of the Bui ler Gorge and the Westport welcome. The Hokitika scene shown was the arrival at the Seddon Statue, with the large crowd assembled and the Maori girls chanting a welcome, the scene being clearly depicted. The welcome 'it Victoria Park, Greymoutli and scenes of the journey across Otira Gorge completed the excellent display given. The rest of the evening was devoted to an excellent drama. “De Luxe Annie,” with Norma Talmadge in the leading role, and this capial picture completed a very good programme. A most enjoyable euchre •ournament and dance was conducted in St Maty * Chib Rooms last evening in aid of the Bazaar funds. The attendance was excellent and the tournament- was keenly contested. Mrs Barker obtained the first ladies prize (silk blouse), and Mrs G. Hatch tlie second (i doz. handker- ; chiefs). Mr A. O. Graham won the Gents? First d' lamb), and Mr M. O’Connor the second. The prizes were donated anonymously and the Club desires to thank the donors for their generosity. When the euchre had terminated a. small presentation was made to the Rev. Dean Tubman by Mrs Keller on behalf of the parishioners. Mr -P. J. McCarthy referred to the good work of the Dean and on behalf of? the parishioners, wished him “bon voyage”, good health, and every blessing. Mr J. P. Ward spoke in a similar eulogistic manner. The Rev. Dean in reply thanked the parishioners for their kind gift and wished them all God’s blessing. He then, for flip last time, hade his parishioners., collectively and individually good-bye. The terpisehorean art was then indulged in until a fairly late hour. .Misses 0. Breeze, Heenan, Hatch, Giese, and Daly supplied excellent music,while Mr ,T. Hogan’s delightful harmonies were much- enjoyed by the dancers. Just landed from Blenheim, —400 hales of prime pressed Lucerne hay, price* 13s per bale. —Paterson, Mic-hel ind Co. Ltd.—Advt.

Colombo Teas, Coffee, and Cqpoa: Cheapest and best in the market. Obtainable at McLean's store, Kevell Street, Hokitika, and at Kumnra Junetion. Solo agent for ~ Westland.— Advt A friend for you! “NAZOL" instantly relieves coughs and colds. Oct a Nazol Inhaler.

Men! H.B. is«the place to buy yuif Footwear. This week we wish to >ejitind you of our excellent collection )f “.Special "Workers’* boots, look for mr advt. and price list its in this issue. We have also «• complete range of light, medium and heavy boots for men, you can get anything in this line at the N.Z. Clothing Factory.

No little amusement was caused in St. Mary’s Club Rooms last evening by the disposal of a large fruit cake as ~ I)r i Z e for the lucky seat competition. Each seat was numbered, there being no less than 104 players. Three small lH,ys then each placed an unknown number in a lint, and the draw awarded the cake in No 87, the holder being Miss Annie Little.

Arrangements are now complete lor the commencement of the big bazaar in the Opera House next Thursday afternoon. The opening ceremony will he performed’ by His Worship the Mayor ~t 3 o’clock. The stall-holders are hay. i ni! a busy time in arranging their huge stocks in convenient form. A •few .of the articles are at present on view in several windows in town. The prodiice staff is to he a very large one, and patrons can be supplied with any quantities of vegetables, and a.) country produce. A busy committee will be in charge to -the tea rooms, where afternoon tea and supper may be obtained. In order to secure the bargains, patrons should come early while the stocks are big.

Cold nights are here. The British made “Unique” hot water bottle will keep you snug and warm. A cheap-in-vestment. Obtainable everywhere. j For influenza, take j Woods’ Great Peppermint Cure 1/9. 2/9. • Solid comfort these nippy nights with a “Unique” hot ryatefc bottle. All, sizes are same quality. British made. Obtainable everywhere. Singers and public speakers find 1 ‘NA- j ZOL” unequalled for preventing or m ■ lieving huskiness and soreness in the throat. Can be taken anywhere.