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Hokitika Guardian, 25 June 1920, Page 2

The “D.1.C.” draws attention to specialties in “holeproof” and “hose of luxite.”

A genial and highly respected old resident of the. West Coast in the person

of William Pickett, died at Ahaura yes_ terday. He had been ailing for some

years. Formerly hr at Ross and was for many years at Kumara. lie was a single man and 72 years of ago There were 19 mild and five pneumonic cases of influenza reported at the Health Office for the 24 hours ended noon on Wednesday. In North Canter, bury there were 18 mild and five pneumonic, details being: Christchurch 16 mild, four pneumonic; Darfield two mild Chaney’s one pneumonic. One mild

case was reported from the Grey district.

Two applications for coal-mine leases are to be made before Mr H. D. M. Hazard, Commissioner of Crown Lands

for Canterbury, early in August. One application made by .1. C. Pascoe, Reefton, relates to 190 acres in Block V., and the other, made by Arthur Tlios.

lirooks, Rcefton, relates to a similar area in Clock VI. In both instances portions of the areas applied for are held as a pastoral run by Peach’s Estate. A girl sang a song in which she asked. in the first line of the chorus, “I wonder if he will miss mo ” and she sang it with more force than expression of sweetness. As site sang the first verse there was a restless shuffling of feet, while the chorus brought out a buzz of voices. The second verse did not add to the enjoyment of the song. Site reached the chorus in safety, and once more noisily inquired, “I wonder if he will miss me?” Then, from the gallery came the response, “If he does, lie never ought to he trusted with a gun again.” That feverish feeling from cold in the head instantly relieved by “NAZOL.” Splendid for clearing blocked passages in nose and throat.

A notification under “ Tlic Land Act, ]885,” and amendments thereof, appears in this issue.

We have just received a small lot of traced goods for fancy work: —D’Oyleys runners, traycloths, etc. Also fine lot Ladies’ Hoisery, Underwear, etc., at Addison’s.

Colombo Teas, Coliee, and Cocoa. Cheapest and best in the market. Agent tor compressed yeast. Obtainable at McLean’s store, Ilevell Street, Hokitika, and at Kuniaia Junction. Solo agent for Westland.— Advt

Yesterday there was a very heavy fall of snow on the ranges, and to-day the hills have a white mantle which is well down on the lower hills, including the slopes of Mount Tuhua. The atmosphere to-day was decidedly keen as a result. The Southern Alps present a line display, with their heavy white covering

Mr Seddon, M.P., proceeded north this evening, asd will meet private deputations at Greymouth to-night. He crosses to the East Coast to-morrow, and will he in Wellington for Tuesday, when the real business of the Parliamentary session begins. According to report, the session is expected to run well up to Christmas. The Government will outline a very long programme for the consideration of Parliament.

At the battle oi Messines over a n..l lion pounds of explosives were fi/ed simultaneously in 10 mines, driven by eight tunnelling companies—ask some of the New Zealand tunnelling cot] • what their expereinces were—with a length of passages under the earth of nearly live miles. Twelve miles r.wav the people of Lille rushed jut of th< ir houses thinking the explosion was ; n earthquake. Some of the mines had been laid nine months before they were fired. Tt was the biggest feat in the w'io.e littery of mining. ,

At Addington stock market on Wednesday there was a very smali supply of fat pigs came forward, and the demand was in consequence much brisker. Values were as follows: —Choppers, £8 to £10; light baconers, £6 5s to £8 10s; average price per lb., IOJd to lid; light porkers, £4 to £4 15s; heavy porkers, £5 to £5 15s; average price per lb Is Id to Is 2d. A smaller entry of store pigs was offered, and met a very satisfactory demand. Large stores were scarce. Values were as follows. Medium stores, 50s to 605.; small stores, 41s to 48s fid; weaners 20s to 28s.

In a reference to the new school at Foxton, the Feilding “Star” says:— “The school is pronounced by good judges to be the finest specimen of school architecture in the Dominion. The rooms are well placed for the sun, splendidly lighted, perfectly ventilated, heated under the hot water radiator system, and equipped with the latest single desks and table for the infant department. The corridors are spacious, ind several resemble small halls, although such a word must not he used in t!>' hearing of the education officials in Wellington. There is a largo concreted square outside for assembling pupils.”

■ Mr J. J. Dougall, a Christchurch ( it: wn who has taken much interest in war works, returned from a visit to Victoria recently, and said he was much struck there by one of the forms of war memorial—the planting of great avenues of trees. In Ballarat the Prince of Wales was to unveil a memorial arch. Stretching from this in a continuous line of fifteen miles is an avenue of trees each tree planted in honour of a soldier who served, and bears a porcelain plate with the man’s name, number, and ”e----giment. Memorial avenues had also been planted in Hobart, hut the lines are not continuous.

The Department of Agriculture ha** just issued a booklet containing a complete description of the most popular breeds of utility poultry as approved by the department, the New Zealand Poultry Association, the North Island Poultry Association, and the New Zealand Poultry Champion Association. Tn a foreword it is stated that the standards compiled by the recent conference and the diagrams in the booklet arc intended to furnish everv breeder of poultry for utility purposes with a detailed description of the characteristics of the breeds he is working with, Wihich make for the greatest productiveness, and also to furnish a -ecognised standard by which utility oojlti'.v classes in shows can be judged throughout New Zealand.

“There’s no place like home” when one can do the washing in half the time with “NO RUBBING LAUNDRY HELP” and have plenty of time left for enjoyable leisure.

24 only Men’s Velour Felt Hats direct from the British Manufacturer, in drap and grey, prices 45/-, 55/-, and 75/-. Black GO/- each.—MeGruer am! Co., Hokitika.

Just Landed—lso cases cooking and desert apples 7/6 to 9/6 according to variety. Also ;!00 bales pressed lucerne hay from Blenheim. Paterson Michel and Co., Ltd., Wharf Street, Phone No 2.—Advt. No bad after-effects with WADE’S WORM FIGS. Pleasant, sure and certain

The best friend in winter is a “Unique” hot water bottle. Patent stopper.

cannot leak, heavy seams, cannot crack. All sizes, obtainable everywhere. Make sure of brapd when buying.

N-AtZ-O-Jj, the scientific preparation which never mi|s to relieve coughs colds, sore throats, and chest troubles Is 6d buys 60 doses. J’ritc cutting for net cash in all made up garments at Schroder’s will he r.f■ j order .'of the. day for cash only. IVo are determined to shift our stock at lowest price. Our turn over has increased enormously consequently small profits and quick returns for cash »vi*l enable thousands of residents all over the Coast to buy more freely. Will you avail yourself of this money saving proposition at Seliroders?—Advt. Irritation in tno throat, stuffiness in the head banished bv “NAZOL.” Instant relief. Cet a Nnjsol Inhaler, A hot water bottle that will not leak or crack, and will last for years is worth owning. The “Unique”, British made, patent stopper, and heavy seams is obtainable everywhere. Look for the brand when buying. Singers and public speakers find “NAZOL” unequalled for preventing or re, lieving huskiness and soreness in the throat. Can be taken anywhere.

The entries for Monday’s fat stock sales at Arahura appear in this issue.

A remarkable accident occurred in the New Plymouth railway yards yesterday afternoon (says a Press Association). The guaid’s van ol a train 'was derailed ,and after capsizing, was dragged a distance of two chainß. The guard was in the front of the train at the time. No one was injured.

New Goods at Addison’s. Plaiding Flannel in light and dark greys (Boslyn and Petone makes) 4/6, 4/11 yard. New dress goods : —All 56 inch wide at 13/6 to 22/6 yard. Special lines navy Serge (just imported) 25/- and 35/- yard.

Unique ” hot water bottles will not crack or hurst. Vulcanised seams and patent stopper mean seasons of satisfaction. Obtainable everywhere. When buying make sure of the brand.