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Hokitika Guardian, 2 August 1920, Page 2

A meeting of the committee of the Overseas Club j a kps; place to-night at 7,15 o’clock. The executive of the Westland Pro-'

gress League meets at 8 o'clock tonight at the County Chambers, The monthly meeting of the Westland Chamber of Commerce will be held at 7.30 o’clock to-morrow*evening.

Mr-P erev Build, of the Nelson “Colonist” proprietorship, was accorded a civic farev/ejJ on Monday evening at Nelson. There was It Iprgtf gathering of representative citizens, and eiiior gistic references were made to Mr Bond’s citizenship and good work for the advancement of tlio district.

They gay there is no royal road to success, but "H.B’s” say the (|iialitv in men’s winter overcoats is the royal Foafl tip .overcopt satisfaction. Gome in

apd exflmipe a fpw of “H.B” quality coats, yo.u will soon be convinced of their superiority, there is a big collection of coats to view at the N,Z. Clothing Factory. Before leaving New Zealand, General Sir William Birdwood conveyed to the people of New Zealand a message ex-

pressing his keen appreciation of the delightful hospitality hr. line! received everywhere ho had gone in (In; Bpminion. He found it one' of the most interesting countries lie had ever visited. He was much impressed with the potentialities of the country, the virile people with which it is populated, and the great variety of its scenery. The General was also much impressed with the boys at the various public schools it had been his privilege to visit. He was greatly indebted to the Government for the many facilities they had given him to see so much of this country and so many of its people. YoU can’t -sleep with cold feet. A “UNIQUE HOT WATER BOTTLE gives perfect rest. It will last for years. On sale everywhere. But make sure of the brand on neck of bottle when buying.

There will not be any band practice hp-jiiiglitfi owing to sickness ingSt Mary’s Club euchre tournament and dance will be held on Tuesday even- i ing this week. ' A basket social and dance in,,uid of the Westland Hospital memorial wing will be held in the Public Hall, Kokatahi on Wednesday, August 25tli. Bushman are f notified in this issue that Mr T. Lock, storekeeper of Featherston is prepared to give sixpence per pound for dried fungus. Notice of a profitable investment in a gilt-edged security appears in this issue, Christchurch Tramway Board’s loan of £140,000 at 5i per cent, being offered for subscription. Whose can you equal these values? Men’s Derby boots 29s Gd, box call Derbys 355, split shooters 24s 6d and 32s (id: Boys’ and youths’ strong school boots 10s Gd, 18s 9d, 21s per pair at the N.Z. Clothing Factory.

The many friends of Mr and Mrs Archibald McArthur of Kokatahi and Koiterangi, will hear, with regret of the death of their daughter, Elsie Jessie which took place to-day. Deceased was a native of Hokitika and 30 years of ago and bad always beifii in pooi health.

The death of Dr James Mcßrearty senr., of Greymouth took place on Saturday, shortly after midday, after a considerable illness. He came to the Coast in 1885 and took charge of the Kumara, hospital removing to Greymouth in 1890. He leave.s two sons, one of whom —Dr. ,T. Mcßrearty jnr. lias been practising in Greymouth for a number of years. The other son, Denis has been practising as a dentist in the North Island for many years and is well known. An accident happened at Greymouth on Saturday afternoon to Mr Vincent Fraser, who whilst representing Kohinoon Juniors in their match against Runanga, sustained a broken collarbone through a heavy tackle whilst possessing the ball. The accident took place shortly after the interval and

the injuries were such, a- nature as to c;MI for his removal to the Grey River Hospital, where the fractured bone was • set by Dr Johnston. Mr Fraser, who is a member of the “Argus” staff, is progressing as favourably as can lie expeotI ed, but will be in capacitated for some considerable time. We regret to record the death of a 1 well Known Ross resident Mr Henry Thiele which took place yesterday ! afternoon at 2.30 p.m. at Westland • Hospital, where lie had beon removed for treatment on Saturday evening, ‘ suffering from influenza and its after effects. 'Hie dec-eafed was a native of Ross and 52 years of age. ITe was mnr- ‘ ried to a daughter (Minnie) of the late ' H. Osmers of Ross, and leaves a family 1 of three children, (one boy and two girls), the eldest being about ton years of age. He also loaves one brother, (Mr ’ William Thiele of Hari Hari) and three 1 sisters (Mrs H. Deßakker, of Ross, Mrs 1 Juntos Jones of Ross and Airs Gordon ! of Gisborne). There will he widespread sorrow throughout the south district- at the loss of ope of the most sterling, upright citizens of the 'Ross township, where he lias lived all his life earning j a reputation for good clean living and j good friendship that will be longrememI bored by a wide circle of friends. J The family and relatives will have the j deepest sympathy of the community in i their sad (.rouble ) “They civn't speak too highly of it.” i Ladies who use “GOLDEN RULE : SOAP” find it worthy of the highest J praises. Tt lathers to perfection and j makes washing light work. | .Ju§( J^P^ed—lso eases cooking and desert apples 7J\ 6 to 9/6 according to • variety. Also 300 bales -pressed lucerne hay frqm Blenheim. Paterson 1 Michel and Co., Ltd., Wharf Street. | Phono No 2.-*-Advt. I Colombo Teas, Coffee, and Cocoa. Cheapest and best in the market. ! Agent for compressed yeast. Obtainable rnt McLean’s storo. Revel! Street, Hokitika, ami “at Kumara Junction. Sole agent for Westland.— I Advt. f . I Solid comfort these nippy night-s with ' a “UNIQUE” HOT WATER BOTTLE. All . sizes are same quality. .British made. Obtainable everywhere. Look for the brand on neck of bottle, . For polishing linoleums, floorcloths, leather goods and furniture, TAN-OL j Renovates leather, shines tan shoes, j irmst pfTiripnt and easv to use

1 Sound sleep, warmth, cosy comfort with a “UNIQUE” HOT WATER BOTTLE in your lied. Patent stopper cannot leak. Obtainable everywhere. When buying look for the brand.

Keep the kiddies well “NAZOL.” is sure protection against coughs and colds. Sprinkle baby’s pillow. Older children can take it on sugar. No bad after-effects with WADE’S

WORM FIGS. Pleasant, sure and cer tain. For Children’s Hacking Cough Woods’ Great Peppermint Cure 1/9. 2/9 Cut living cost by saving on blanket purchases. ' A .‘.‘UNIQUE” HOT WATER BOTTLE saves bed-ciothos, and increases comfort. Ask for “UNIQUE” which is branded on peck of bottle.