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Hokitika Guardian, 1 July 1920, Page 2

As tile result of an outbreak of in- ' ■'fluenza at Kumara, the school there was dosed yesterday for a fortnight. Quite a number of eases are reported u there. Colonial flannels in Shetland, 2s Gd, L 2s !)d, 3s; grey plaiding flannel 4s Gd, '' 4s lid ; fine range striped flannelettes 1 Is 4d to 3s 6d; towels from Is lid oacli at Addison’s.—Advt. TV

The monthly meeting of the Westland Chamber of Commerce takes place on Tuesday night next when the question of the proposed branch of the Canterbury Progress League will lie brought to a head.

The ordinary meeting of the Westland County Council takes place next Tuesday afternoon. A special meeting of tlie Council will lie held the same afternoon to pass special orders relating to the raising of loans for road works at Inter-Wanganui.

The Westland County Council dealt with tenders for Jlinl road extension, Wataroa district on Tuesday. The ten. dels received were; Edward McGprniick, Kokatahi, £7B 17s (Id, accepted; H. Heveldt., Matainui £92 11s fid, declined.

Ladies—Our special prices tor winter coats, costumes and jerseys hold good until July 10th only. Two only costumes to clear at 50s, 1 only Gabardine raincoat to clear 17s 6d. See our advertising space. —Addison’s.—Advt.

.Miss Louise Mack, the well-known newspaper correspondent, who had very interesting experiences in Europe during the war, is a visitor to Hokitika to-day. Miss Mack is arranging to give an illustrated lecture at tlie Princess Theatre on Wednesday afternoon next, when an instructive lecture regarding aspects ol i the war may lie looked tor.

At a certain dance held recently >n Christchurch (says a. Christchurch exf change), the following notice was posted up in tlie ladies’ dressing room:

“Sister hopes that tlie gorls will not smoke to-night.” The notice suggests fairly plainly that smoking among women and girls in far from being on the wane and inquiries made in the city confirm that view. ..

“When the first dairy show was held at Palmerston North over ten years ago, only £i;000,000 worth of dairy produce was exported in the year from New Zealand and the Agricultural Department had a staff of ten. The export has now grown to £11,000,000, and tho staff has-increased to twentyfive. In addition, there are twelve Instructors who are engaged giving instruction on farm's and- seventeen experts engaged in contesting.” Mi A\. M. Singleton at Palmerston North.

A writer commenting on the Palmerston North sheep dog trials last week, said with the exception, perhaps of the annual school football matches, the most popular competition at the 1 show js the sheep dog trials, 'lhe. won--1 derful sagacity displayed by a sheep dog holds the interest of the onjooker. Sheep are stupid animals .and fori a dog to herd three of them in a small ling and hold them there is not an easy undertaking. . That feat accomplished, he is required to drive them through a .narrow gateway across a raised bridge and finally yard the sheep in a pen. Twenty six dogs were entered for tho open competition, and some of the .exhibitions that were given bordered on the .marvellous. In one particular case a dog succeeded in driving three sheep, to the top of a bridge when one “broke back.” The clog set off, after the wanderer, and at the same time kept an eye on the sheep on the bridge. If they moved he was back at once and eventually he got the three across amidst the plaudits of the spectators.

j On Saturday afternoon on Cass | Square there will he an inter-schools ; j football match between the Greymouth • ! and Hokitika schools. Games between schools always cause considerable inter- . est and much partisan ship, and Sati urdny’s panic will lie no exception. It is confidently expected that the game ! will be a good one. The local school boys j have got a fairly good combination and they should have a very good show of holding .up their end. In connection with the game, and the senior match that wil follow, a charge of one shilling will he made for entrance to Cass square. Half of the day’s takings are to be given to the Hokitika School team’s ' funds, and it is to be hoped that the onlookers will not fail to make the “gate” a substantial one and show J that their interest in the game is sufficient to enable them to help in a fitranJ eial way, small ns it will be. Tickets I for admission are in the bands of the scholars for sale. 1 There is a great scarcity in many , sorts of goods-—in linens, carpets, and j linoleums especially (said a Dunedin ' draper to a representative of t.he j “Evening Star”). Carpets are being doled out by the makers as though they were diamonds, and the retail price of one make lias gone lip, by comparison with 1913, from 8s lid to 32s 6d per yard. There was a 10 per cent advance by the manufacturers rilinoleum in January last, this affecting goods yet to arrive in New Zeaßind, since the deliveries arc all very much behind hand and a further rise of 10 per cent is advised by cable from this week. So far as we can make out, our people continue to readily buy drapery and the general wares of a drapery shop even at the enhanced values, but on the purchasing the retailers notice that quantities are usually cut down to immediate requirements. Ilig fall in prices at McGnier’s Great Winter Sale. Look out for big bargain list circulating through this newspaper and compare it with any Sale Bill that j you know of. We know our values can- i not be equalled. We bought early and now offer up to date dependable goods at a reduction of from 10 to 30 per cent. -McGruer and C'o., Leading Spot Clash Drapers, Hokitika and Greymouth.—Advt. > j “UNIQUE” HOT WATER BOTTLES ' will not crack or burst. Vulcanised scams and patent stopper mean seasons >f satisfaction. Obtainable everywhere. When buying make sure of the brand. I‘rice cutting for net cash in all made, ; i]) garments at Schroder’s will ho r,tj irder of the day for cash only. Wo ire determined to shift our stock at owest price. Our turn over has incensed enormously consequently small irofits and quick returns for cash wi l ! liable thousands of residents all over lie Coast to buy more freely. Will ou avail yourself of this money saving imposition at Soli coders ? —Advt. Cold nights are here. The British lade “UNIQUE” HOT WATER BOT'LE will keep you snug and warm. A heap investment. Obtainable everyhere. When buying make sure of rand on neck of bottle. ’ For Children’s Hacking Cough • r oods’ Great Peppermint Cure .1/9, 2/9.

The Chief Postmaster advises “that the ferry boat from Wellington connected at Christchurch this morning with the West- Coast train.

A dance will be held in the Longford Hall, Kokatahi on Wednesday, July 7th in aid of the funds of the Kokatahi Football Club. Admission, gentlemen 2s (id; ladies a plate.—Advt.

Messrs Brennan and Duncan notify that they have taken over as from today the butchery business recently carried on by Mr M. J. Corbett, and solicit a share of patronage.

Millinery to clear less than hall price. Straws 13s lid, 7s (id, 8s lid, 10s (id; velours and models 19s (id, 22s (id, 2os; also lot stock-taking oddments, at bargain prices. Addison’s.—Advt.

A boxing match as been arranged by the Gisborne Boxing Association between Jimmy Clabby, the American middle-weight, and Gleeson, the Australian heavyweight. It will be fought on July 16tli.

A Question which raised a smile and may/ cause an interesting answer was given notice of in the House on Friday by Mr G. Witty, (Riccarton). What Mr Witty wants to know is if the Government will repeal the anti-shouting law as a useless and vexatious measure ?'

While a wedding ceremony was in progress in a Christchurch church the bridegroom suddenly fell over backwards in a fit. Restoratives were immediately applied, but it was ten minu. tes before the man could he restored to his full senses. After he had rested the ceremony 'was resumed, and the couple eventually drove away in the best of spirits, amidst the cheers of their friends.

During the first three mouths of the present year, the Australian Customs officials seized no less than 811 b lloz of opium, which was in the course of being smuggled into the country. All but a few pounds was seized in New South Wales. The authorities made nine captures in New South Wales, which yielded 771 b 4oz of opium and nearly 81b of ash, the total value being £IOB3. The offenders were heavily fined, and in one ease imprisonment .for six months was imposed. Only Boz of opium was seized in Victoria during the period under review, and this was tin' result of nine different captures. In each case the offender was fined £lO. In Queensland three seizures of opium were made, and about 31b of the prohibited drug was secured by the authorities. For the corresponding periodof last year tlie authorities seized 481 b of opium, so that the opium traffic with Australia is either on the increase or the Customs authorities are getting more closely into touch with the smugglers..

Australia, and gold are in many minds largely synonymous terms (says the London issue of the “War Cry”). But it is not possible, as some on this side of the world have imagined, (a happen upon nuggets of the precious metal in the streets. All the same, immense wealth lias been and is being taken from its mines. Wood and agricultural products are other sources of. almost untold gain-. It is interesting to note that the Savings Bank deposits show a higher rate per head of the' population than in any other country with the exception of the Commonwealth’s favoured sister Dominion, Now Zealand. 1 But 'notwithstanding all its prosperity, and tlie happy conditions in which its people, spend their lives, there is to be found, sadly enough the universal enemy of mankind. The Devil is not exorcised by temporal wellbeing. High wages, happy housing and ideal working conditions .cannot deal with the evils of the human heart. Could they what a land of delight would he this “Eldorado of the South.” Love and “NO RUBBING LAUNDRY HELP” will lighten the daily toil of the pfltient wife nd enable her to do tho washing with a light heart. Is Backets.

Men’s Woollen Gloves, in greys and heathers, prices 4/6, 5/6, and 6/11 pair Boys and youths, prices 2/6, 2/11, 3/6, and 4/6 pair. These goods are “Jason” make, therefore the best. McGruer and Co., for better value, Hokitika and Grey mouth.

-Carry it in your pocket. “NAZOL” protects from colds, coughs and sore throats, l’enetraling, pleasant, safe and convenient. Is (id buvs 60 doses.

Mi’LEE'S SCHNAPPS is the purist in the wurhl

24: only Men’s Velour Felt Huts direct from the British Manufacturer, iii drap and grey, prices 45/-, 55/-, and 7oj ßlack 60/- each.—McGruer and Co., Hokitika. Just Landed—lso eases cooking and desert apples 7/6 to 9/6 according jo variety. Also 300 bales pressed, lucerne hay from Blenheim. Paterson Michel and Co., -Ltd., Wharf Street. Phone No 2.—Advt. Woods’ Great Peppermint Cure, For Doughs and Colds never fails 1/9. 2/9 Cold nights are here. The Britishmade “ Unique ” hot water bottle will keep you snug and warm. A cheap investment. Obtainable everywhere. When buying make sure of brand on neck of bottle.

Don't forget WOLFE’S is the real original SCHNAPPS.