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Hokitika Guardian, 6 September 1920, Page 2

Csill and inspect the choice selectioi of millinery rmw on show at Mrs J Lloyds.

Tire sittings of the Supreme Court at Hokitika, set down for Wednesday next have been cancelled, there bping no business set down for hearing.

During the month of August 127 Chinese and nine Hindus grrived in Auckland, as compared with one Chinese'and ne. Hindu for August last year, The monthly meeting of the Westland Chamber of Commerce takes place at the County Chambers at 7.30 o’clock to-mojrrow evenings. Papers are to be read.

Arrived fresh to-day, cucumbers, first of season; Queensland pine apples* Sydney mandarines, Californian sunkist oranges. Arriving Wednesday, cabbages, cauliflowers, carrots, etc., all at the Hivoli, Revell Street.—Advt.

Friday’s New Zealand “Times” says: Nothing lias yet been done respecting the Leadership of the Liberal party in Parliament, rendered vacant by the dgath of the Hon W. D. S. MacDonald, and nothing will bp done fill next week, aftpr Messrs Q. Fprbes and T. E. Y. Seddon have returned from -Gisborne.

The R.M.S. Talfiti, which is due at Auckland on Thursday from Vancouver, has 1475 bags of mail from the United Kingdom, Canada, and United States of America for all parts of the Dominion. The It,M.S, Tofua, due at Wellington on Saturday from San Francisci, has 1302 bags of parcel mad for New Zealand,

Addisons have prepared their stocks to suit the busy spring-cleaners, At this time of the year especially, you think of renewing some of your furnishings, maybe a carpet runner, a pair of curtains, new table cover ets., but what over i| is we can show you a good se-i lectjon of same, gee our advertisement on this page.

< Mr Seddon M.P., who went to Gisborne last week to attend the funeral of the late Hon. W,< D, S, MacDonald Leader of the Liberal Party, while re. turding eii route to Wellington, stopped over at. Hastings, and -spent the week end with General Russel! whose home is nearby. Captain Seddon was on General Russell’s staff in France for a period of the war.

The Inangahua “Times” reports that a reef was struck in the Millerton mine at Waiutai a week ago in a. drive off the shaft at a depth of over 300 feet. This was small when first encountered, but it carried good gold. T.he reef was driven on for a distance of 30ft, and it has now widened out to about 2ft Gin, and the gold also has improved in richness, the assay value giving as high as 2ozs to the ton. Also that developments in the Keep-it-Dark Mine has disclosed a reef in No 9 level which is showing good 'old. ' Mothers! protect your little qpfljj from colds and coughs. Give them “N.\7.01,” on sugar. Sprinkle baby’s pillow Snf" nnd plensar 1 j For Children’s Hacking Cough, foods’ Great Peppermint Core 1/9, 2/9. 1

Nice range of new seasons orepe do chines, georgettes and mousettes for dainty summer frocks at Mrs J. Lloyds.

The Wakaiti which was ready to sail for Okarito on. Thursday night has been unable to sail owing to the heavy sea running for the past few days. The mails which left Auckland per 11.M.5. Tahiti, via Vancouver on. the 30th July arrived in London on the 2nd inst.

Follow the crowd to the Diggers’ Ball in Rimu to-night, where you will be assured of a splendid night’s enjoyment. The best of music and refreshments and an efficient M.C.

Changes in the Customs Department staff include the transfer of Mr F. G. J. Fantham from Christchurch to Dunedin as Inspector, and of Mr Frank Oxford, o£ the Dunedin office, to the position of Collector at GreymouEh.

Kokatahi Co-operative Dairy Company is inviting tenders for the cartage of cream from Koiterangi for the season. Tenders close on Friday next at 8 p.m. The Company will receive cream from Monday' next.

The All New Pictures presented to a good audience, both Saturday afternoon and evening, the powerful drama “The ' Wonderful Adventure,” starring William Faruum in a double role, proving very interesting and attractive. The drama was supported by a Fox News and a Cartoon.

The Christchurch “Press” says:—The wholesale price of Capstan tobacco on Friday was advanced by Is 6d per lb, and of Three Castles tobacco by 2s 3d per lb. It is expected that this will ■make the retail price of Capstan tobacco Is 7d or Is 8d for the lifoz tin, and Is 9d for a packet of Three Castles tobacco. The price of made-up cigarettes bearing these brands will not be altered. Red Jacket tobaccos recently advanced by Is lOd per lb wholesale; and this will be passed on by retailers. Although Australian manufactured tobaccos (Havelock brand) are scarce, the market is fairly well supplied with other classes. The position has. been substantially relieved by the arrival of a consignment of American plug and cigarette tobaccos. Lines of English cigarettes and tobaccos are also coming to hand in larger quantity. A good consignment of wax matches has come to hand—the first since the wholesale rate was advanced —although retailers had previously put up their prices.

Mr P. R. Climie, organiser of the Canterbury Progress League in writing to the Coast acknowledging the reception the delegates had on tHe tour, goes on to say: “The Delegation arrived home safely, after a most enjoyable and profitable twelve days spent on the West Coast, and I hasten to take this opportunity of expressing the sincere thanks of the party to oil who' so ably and kindly assisted to make the visit to Westland such a pleasant and profitable one. It is the expressed opinion of all members of the party, that the visit will not only remain long m their memories, but will have far-reach-ing effects resulting no doubt, in many benefits and advantages being gained for both districts. The good work that has already been accomplished will require to be followed up in order to derive the best possible results, and x. am already considering the odvisabilty of organising another Delegation on a date to be arranged, and comprising all of the Canterbury Members of Parliament and the Minister of Public Works.”

On Saturday evening a social was given by the Hokitika D.H.B. Football Club in honour of 5 the visit of the Westport boys. The Supreme Hall was packed and all thoroughly enjoyed the entertainment. Mr Brunton in welcoming flip visitors expressed the hope that the hoys had enjoyed their trip and assured them that though beaten, they were by no means disgraced. Mr Harkness (Headmaster of Westport School) complimented the victors and expressed the hope that in Westport the tables would be reversed next year. Mr Hoare also spoke in a similar strain 'land thanked the Hokjtika people for all they had done in the wajy of entertaining liis team. Mr McCullough paid a tribute to the sporting qualities of the Westport team and spoke of the support given to school football by the local enthusiasts. Mr Lawn mentioned in the course of his remlarks that the Southern Division hoped to be able to assist the Westport boys in the matter of expenses. Those responsible for the musical part of the programme were Misses Davidson, Perry, Hatch, Ayson and Chesterman, while dance music was supplied by Misses Heenan, Daly, Jacobs, Pascoe, Chesterman, Thompson and Mr Lawn. The supper arrangements were under the control of the lady teachers and a committee elected

from the Secondary School girls. The new woman is fastidious!” That is why “GOLDEN RULE SOAP” appeals to her. She buys the best, because it lathers freely and is cheapest in the end. Adyapc.e showjpg of spring fashions. Tastefully designed modplg in pijljinery just opened for your inspection at Schroder’s, Algo ready tp wears, flowers and sports coats—all of thp .ypry latest, g Select early before the pick is gone at Schroder’s.—Ad/t. That feverish feeling from cold in the head instantly relieved by “NAZOL.” Splendid for clearing blocked passages in nose and throat. For Bronchial Coughs, take Woods’ Great Peppermint Cure 1/9 2/9. UNIQUE HOT WATER BAGS are scientifically constructed. The high grade plantaion rubber stands the heat; seams stand the test. The unique stopper never leaks. Look for North British brand on the neck.

For polishing linoleums, floorcloths, leather goods and furniture, TAN-OL Renovates leather, shines tan shr-es, is most efficient and eaa.v to use. ' Linoleum! Linoleum! We have just landed a high quality linoleum, up-to-date patterns, at a reasonable price. Inspection is invited.—Schroder and Co. —Advt. New Goods just opened include ladies’ ready to wear and model hats, new neckwear, blouses, ladies’ and children’s embroidered dresses, woven , and Cambric underclothing, silk and j Lisle hose, cheeked zephyrs, coloured; crepes, etc., etc. Pay an early visit j of inspection. McGruer and Co., the Leading Drapers, Hokitika and Greymouth.—Advt. Beware of imitations. Gall for WOLFE’S SCHNAPPS.

Special lino of cream serge; wide width 8s 9d; also cream gaberdine from 4s 19d at Mrs J. Lloyds.

Tickets for an art union in aid of the » funds of the Westland Hospital War Memorial wing are now in circulation. The first prize is 20 ozs of gold; and • tickets Is each. A farewell social and dance will be held in the Public Hall, Kokivtahi to- j morrow (Tuesday) night, 7th inst. ten- j dered to Mr and Mrs G. Lyes.—Advt. , At the annual meeting of the Westland Timber Workers Union held on Saturday last in Grey mouth, a large number of men being present from all parts, the following officers were elected:—President: B. Topp, (elected unopposed). Vice-President: J. C. B. Coulsen, (elected unopposed). Secretary : F. Turley (elected) 482 votes, T. Moye 294, H. S. Sumner 62, A. Itobinson 20, Informal 13. Committee of five: J. McQuilken 698, W. S. James 662, Rex Fitzgerald 651, G. Topas 650, M. McLaughton 646 (elected); M. Donovan 636, iW. Milligan 485, J. JRooney 331, Informal 31.

The beßt family protection is “NA-" ZOL.” Prevents coughs, colds, sore throats and chests. No cold is Nazolproof. Economical. Is 6d for 60 doses We don’t fear frosty nights in our houses. Our North British UNIQUE RUBBER HOT WATER BAG warms the bed finely. It can’t leak. Make slire of the brand when buying.

Colombo Teas, Coffee, and Cocoa. Cheapest and best in the market. Agent for compressed yeast. Obtainable until further notice from W. McLean’s Store, Kumara Junction.— Advt.

Thoughts For The Times.

Foodstuffs and Standard of Living. There are other factors, besides the world-shortage in supplies following as a natural result of the five years’ dislocation due to the war, which have to bo considered in relation to the rising cost of food. For several years prior to the war a steady enhancement of the price of commodities had been going on, arid the war (but expedited the upward tendency. Foremost among thosg factors is the higher standard of living which has marked recent years. The movement on the part of the rich towards a great simplicity meant an increased consumption of breadstuff’s; the higher standard of living adopted by the poor, or what was the relatively poor of pre-war days, means that thej are substituting the best product of wheat flour for the inferior bread that they have been accustomed to consume. Over all the spaces of the earth the same tendency is manifested to secure a. richer and more wholesome- diet than an older generation was obliged to put up with. V