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Hokitika Guardian, 20 August 1920, Page 2

The entries for the fat stock sale on Monday next at Aralmra appear in this issue. The Public Trustee inserts a notice in this issue in the estate of William M. Aieken of Otira, farmer, deceased. Mr H. E. McGowan, potato merchant of Willowbridge, South Canterbury, has a notification in this issue in reference to table and seed potatoes. Stylish costumes for Spring wear are now showing at Addison’s. All wool flannel in grey shade, 120 s, others at £6 10s, £7, to £lO 10s.—Advt. • The death toolr place in the Grey Hospital on Wednesday of Mr Peter Robert Carlson, for many years a resident of Orwell Creek, For some time past deceased had been crippled with rheumatism. He had followed the occupation of a miner all his life. *

Axminster hearth rugs are scarce, hut Addisons have secured eight only in pleasing designs of fawn and red. They are in three skies and are. priced at 3os, 49s (id and 57s (id.—Advt. , Dr. T. H Valintine, Chief Health 'Officer has written to the General Committep qf jbhe St John Ambulance Asldciatiou, Cliristchupch, Regretting that the Department cqu|d ,if>p see its, way to grant a free railway pass to the Association’s instructor on the West Qoast.

The .death occurred on Wednesday at Reefton, of Mr Gavin Graham, one of the oldest residents of that district. The deceased had been in failing health for some tingi past and passed away quietly. The latp M*' Grhhajn who followed mjning as a vocation, and was predeceased by his wife about two years

ago, was 85 years of age. The Defence report shows that the citizen army on J mie Ist, comprised the following: —Territorial Force 31,642 Senior Cadets 31, 920, Rifle Clubs 5,523, General Training section 328; Total

69,422. The total includes 1(104 officers

The report suggests that future administration of the Military Service Act in regard to defaulters Hliould be undertake)! by the Justice Department. Th,e fallowing gravelling allowances jjayp beep grafted to officers of the Post and Telegraph /Department:—

Those drawing less than £l6[) per annum, actual and reasonable expenses; officers drawing more than £l6O, and not exceeding £4OO, an allowance of 12s 6d per day; up to £SOO, an allowance of 17s fid per day; over £OOO per annum, 20s per dayDainty underclothing for ladies at Addison’s :—Camisoles 6s 6d to 21s,

knickers 6s 9d (;<> 19s (id, nights 11s 6d

to 30s, chemises 9s (id to Ifig 6d. The above represents a manufacturer’s complpfp sample range and one of exceptional yalue.—.Advt, At the All Saints’ fete ajjd sale of work to bp lie|d op Tuesday and Wednesday of next wepk, special attractions will be the men's stall am] tho sweets stall. At the former the men folk will bo able to buy such articles as appeal to the masculine mind. The swyets stall will be well stocked with a .variety ,of home-made sweets which are being made hv the best cooks in Hokitika.

Specials in footwear from the Men’s Chrome Derbys 29s Od, Box Cftff Derbys 355, heavy boots 24s 6d, 31s Gd, 32s 6d, boy’s strong school boots 16s 6d tq 2£g. 4 complete collection of ladies’ footwear at the N.Z. Clothing Factory. Advt.

The paramount event, the great p.vc opener, the greater purse opener, our 2s lid sale, 2s lid, commences on Saturday, Aug. 21st, and continues for five days .only. It is a desperate time at McGruer's, all oddments, soiled goods, overstocked and’surplus linos will be cleared at the low price of 2s lid, regardless of cffst. You cannot possibly afford to stay away from this great bargain distribution. See by price list in this newspaper. McGruer and Co., Cash Stores, Hokitika and Greymouth. Advt,

Boxed spits for men in all wool tweeds, latest cut and style at £.5 15s, £0 10s, to £7 10s. Riding breeches, self strapped 355, buck strapped 40s. Raincoats £5 Ills to £7 10s at Addison’s.—Advt.

Keep the kiddies well “NAZOb. ’ is sure protection against coughs and colds. Sprinkle baby’s pillow. Older children can take it on sugar. Beef, plus Iron, plus Wine—these three great strength-building ingredients comprise SHARLAND’S BEEP 1 , IfyQN AND WINE. Take it regularly and enjoy tiptop health.

Ladies:—A line selection of latest novelty blouses awaits you. Silk, net, re georgette, crepe de chene etc. Silk from pi 19s 6d to crepe de chono at 39s (id to H 52s (id at Addison’s.'—Advt. ! A social dance will be held at South 111 Spit this (Friday) evening, Aug. 20th, S 1 to farewell Mr M. Haile, who is leav- 1,1 ing for tho North Island. Admission a free, ladies a plate.—Advt. | Tho Rev Father Creed, in charge of P the Leestou parish, iif leaving to-day on 1‘ a visit to Australia, ’owing to ill-health, u He will be away for about two months, a Father Leen, of Lincoln, "ifl accompany j him. | S The death of Mrs J. S. Ross, the 1 youngest daughter of Mr and Mrs Win. e Wilson, of Camerons, took place v on Wednesday evening at the compara- 1 tively early age of 36 years. The deceased lady was most popular and by _ her genial manner and .goodness of ( heart won the esteem of all who knew her. She leaves a husband and many j relatives.

The place to purchase men’s and; boy’s apparel, “lL.B.’s” Men’s shirts ! (collars or bands) 8s lid and 9s 9d. ■ Splendid values in underwear, singlets j and pants, from 4s Gd upwards. Men’s . cotton tweed trousers 18s 6d, size 8 at j 19s (id. Felt hats for men and youths, I 10s 9d and 12s (id at the N.Z. Clothing . Factory.—Advt. j Mr G. E. A. Wilkes, who for the past three years has been in charge of the | Greymouth branch of the A.M.P. So- | ciety, has received notice of his transfer to the Hamilton branch, where he will act in a similar capacity, He will bo succeeded in Greymouth by Mr G. W. Davies, of the Wellington Office Btaff.

Addison’s Spring show created quite a sensation yesterday, and remarks overheard about their selection of millinery and sports coats were quite flattering, This goes to prove that the firm are doing all possible to please their customers, especially so, as they now have their own London buyers who arc sending them the latest novelties from the City of Style and Fashion.

.Mr A. S. Forrester, chief engineer at the drainage pumping station, Christchurch, met with a serious accident by coming into contact with a high-tension wire leading to the City Council’s transformers in the corner of the pump house, He is at present in hospital suffering from severe burns and cuts about the head and face caused by. falling against one of the windows.

Tho renewal of the contract for rural mail services is to be limited to twelve months, stated the Postma-ster-General in the House on Wednesday. The reason is that tho Secretary to the Department, who ia attending the Geneva Postal Conference, has been instructed to investigate* facilities at the disposal of country settlers in Canada which, he said, loads the world in this respect. It is imped that as a result it will be possible to institute a new system which will give better facilities to New Zealand baekblocks settlers.

At Addington stock sales on Wtjjlnesday, there was a medium entry, and a particularly keen demand was experienced. Values were :— Choppers £8 to £lO ss, ligjijt baeqners £6 10s to £7 ss, heavy tmeoners £7 lot to £8 10s, extra heavy baeoners to £9, average price per lb, Is o’jd to ls Id, porkers £4 10s to sgns.. heavy porkers £5 15s to £6 ss. average price per lb ls 2d to ls 3d. - A good entry of spore pigs was penned, and there was a keen enquiry, rates being very firm. Values were as follows: Large stores £3 18s to £4 2s lid, medium stores £3 4s? to £3 16s, shall stores £2 12s to £3 2s, weaner-s .£1 15s to £2 2s 6d, sows in pig to £l4 IQs.

The marriage pf Mr A. F. O’Donog hue, son of Mr A, Q’Dpnpghue of Ross and Miss A ,Murphy, daughter of M Murphy of Greymouth and formerly o Spijtji Wcrtlanj, >vas celebrated at flic Cathedral, Christchurch, last week by the Rev, Dr Kennedy, Their future home will be in Blenheim, where Mi O’Donoghuo takes a prominent part it public life, and holds the position of secretary of the Marlborough Chamber of Commerce. On the eve of his marriage, lie was waited upon at Blenheim by members'of the Progress Commit tee, and several presentations were made. Numerous speeches, apprec-ia tive of Mr O’Donogliue’s splendid work in connection with the progress movement, and bearing testimony to his qualities as a citizen, were jnade. In reply Mr Q’po/jogl/ue said it had been a pleasure fpr ’hip) f,o do jjdiatpver lie had done fop Marlborough, and he intended to co-operate with the Progress Committee.

The new woman is fastidious!” That is why “GOLDEN RULE SOAP” appeals tff her, She buys the best, because it lathers freely and is cheapest in the end,

Woods’ Great Peppermint Cure, For Coughs and Colds? never fails 1/9, 2/9.

For your liver’s salve take IMPLY’S MAY APPLE. It will do you good, Colombo Teas, Coffee, and Cocoa. Cheapest and best in the market. Agent for compressed yeast. Obtainable at McLean’s store, Revell Street, HpfdtiJka, and at Kumara Junction, Solo agfiftt ff?r Westland.— Advt.

Just Landed—lso cases cooking and desert apples 7y6 to 9/6 according io variety. Also 300 bales pressed lu‘pejrne ,hay from Blenheim. Paterson Michel and po., Ltd., Wharf Street. Phone No 2.—--Advt-

No sleep last night? Oct IMPLY’9 MAY APPLE to-day and you’ll sleep "like a top” and wake full of vitality.

Bp emphatic. Insist on genuine "NAZOL.” Nothing like it for preventing or relieving cought and colds. 60 doses 1/0.

Advance showing of spring fashions. Tastefully designed models in millinery just opened for your inspection at Schroder’s. Also ready to vvegrs, flowers and sports coats —-all of the vpry latest. Select early before the. pick is gone at Schrpd,er’s.—Advt.

N-A-Z-O-L, the scientific prepay tion which never mils to relieve coughs, colds, sore throats, and cljest troubles, j is 0d buys 60 dose . ( v good thing has many imitations Order “NAZOL” by name. Refusesubstitutes. No cold is Nazol-nroof. ' Children like WADE’S WORM FIGS. Safe and certain remedy for worms. For Bronchial Coughs, take Woods’ Great Peppermint Cure 1 /9 2/9.

The death of Mr Charles Brown, a respected resident of Dunganville, took place on Wednesday at the Grey River Hospital.

The Westport trawler Mary Ellen, arrived at Greymouth yesterday with a splendid catch of flounder, sole and turbot. She is stated to have brought about four tons of fish.

It lias been found necessary to postpone the Basket Social and dance at Kokatahi fixed for next Wednesday, until a date in September which will he announced later. Have you seen the fine display of Spring goods at Addison’s?. Millinery, mounts, sports coats, blouses etc., in endless array. A few arc shown in theii window ; most are in the showroom. — A,dvt. A Wellington correspondent says an announcement is expected this week concerning Cabinet’s decision with regard to tenders for electrification of the (Hire tunnel. Two tenders, one from an American firm, the. other trom an j English firm, have been received. | We don’t fear frosty nights in our houses. Our North British UNIQUE 1 RUBBER HOT WATER BAG warms ! the bed finely. It can’t leak. Make 1 sure of the brand when buying. WOLFE’S .SC UN AIM’S, vastly superi srior to all other stimulants. I Singers and public speakers find “NAZOL” unequalled for preventing or re. I lieving lmskiness and soreness in the I throat. Can be taken anywhere.