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Hokitika Guardian, 25 September 1920, Page 2

The wnhine’s mail connects «»»* «*■'- West Coast express this morning. Monday being Dominion Day the j banks, Government Offices and feta e Schools will observe a holiday. Messrs W. Jeffries and Co. will sell

by auction on 30th. October by oraei or the Registrar of the Supreme Court several areas of land, full particulars of which appear in another column. Messrs M. Houston and Co. will sell by auction on 30th. Oct. by or dor of the Registrar of the 'Supreme Court, several areas of laud, of which particulars appear in this issue. At the Wellington Competitions yesterday, Alva, the young daughter .of Mr and Mrs J. J. Mclntosh ,of Hokitika: was second in the Highland dancing competition, being beaten by one point by Miss Needham. There were 19 competitors. On the suggestion of Mr L. H. Morel M.C.C., the County Chairman, (Mr j Bruce) is applying for a grant of £IOO I for prospecting tracks at Kotierangi in ! connection with the prospecting it Js ’ proposed to carry on in regard to coal | deposits in that locality.

i The leading illustrated weekly newspapers in New Zealand are announcing increases in subscription rates. This step has been rendered necessary by . further sharp rises in the cost of illustrations and newsprint papers, combined with increased wages, postage and other charges. Commencing with the first issue in October the price of the i Auckland Weekly News will be tenpence per copy. «, At the meeting of the Borough CounMr Ford had informed him that the cil last evening the Mayor stated i license for the electric lighting of the town had practically been agreed to and directing him to go on with the preliminary operations. That the supply of wire was landing in New Zealand on the 80th. Mr Perry stated that Mr ‘, Ford was doing his utmost to meet the Council amicably "in every possible way, which was very satisfactory to all concerned. j

' . Mr M. Rochford, a very old mi- ’ \dont of Kumara, died ian the Grey ' Elver Hospital yesterday morning. De- | ' ceased was admitted into that institution a few weeks ago suffering from pneumonia. His wife predeceased him some time ago., Mr J. Rocliford is a brother of the deceased while one of his sisters is Mrs Conaghan. We extend our deepest sympathy to the relatives - in their sad bereavement. The remains ' are being brought- to Hokitika this 1 evening and the funeral takes place on Monday morning. The death of another old and esteemed pioneer of the district took place this morning at five o’clock, Mr Henry C. D. Gay lor, the well-known hotelkeeper of Woodstock passing away. Dej ceased was a native iof London and 88 ' years of age, .and had been resident in New Zealand for 58 years. For a long period of years he has carried on business as a storekeeper and hotel-keeper at Woodstock, and has proved an excellent citizen. His wife died several | years ago. He leaves a family of four | daughters (Mrs F. Winter, and Mrs M. j Keenan of Rimu, and Misses Gladys I and Mildred Gaylor). The sympathy of the community will be extended to , the relatives. ■ j The Rt. Hon. the Minister of Mines ' has replied as following to the Westland County Council respecting the resolu- - tion to assist the goldminers“l have to acknowledge receipt of your letter of

the 16th. inst. forwarding copy oi resolutions passed by your Council, urging the Government to compensate gold-miners [ who produced and sold gold during the war period, for the loss of value sustained owing to the export being pro- ' Muted and that a forward policy be undertaken to promote and develop the goldmining industry in New Zealand. In reply, I have to inform you that I have noted all yon say in support of the resolutions, which I can assure you will receive full and careful consideration by the Government.” Ladies new Morette Underskirts in navy, black, saxe and helio; prices 16s 6d to 27s 6d each. New range Duchess sets 4s lid to 10s 6d at McGruer and Co’s leading drapers, Hokitika. ‘ “A Home Brightener!” Golden Rule Soap is a thorough cleanser. It can be used for any and every purpose because it’s so pure and high-grade! At all grocers. After theatre, dance or party take “NAZOL.” Prevents chill from changing atmospheres. Convenient for pocket or bag. Is fid for 60 doses. UNIQUE HOT WATER BAGS are scientifically constructed. The highgrade plantaion rubber stands the heat; seams stand the test. The unique stopper never leaks. Look for North British brand on the neck. i j For influenza, take j Woods’ Great Peppermint Cure 1/9 2/9. J

A grand ball- will bo held in the Pub-1 lie Hall, liimu, on Wednesday, October 6th, in aid of the Westland Hospital Memorial Wing. The friends of Mr J. Noble of Reefton will regret to learn of the death of his mother, which took place at Nelson on Monday evening. The deceased lady had been in ill health for a considerable time. Mr Noble arrived in Nelson a little previous to his mother passing away. Through long, long years of sickroom service our UNIQUE HOT WATER BAG HAS firmly established its wonderful quality Warms our bed every night. Specify North British UNIQUE. Wonderful relief for chronic dyspepsia is obtained by taking IMPEY’S | MAY APPLE. It will do you good. Order by name Refuse substitutes. Npthing like “NAZOL” for routing a cold quickly.