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Hokitika Guardian, 23 November 1920, Page 2

The election of County Chairman/ takes place to-morrow. The fancy dress masquerade ball to be held at Three Mile Hall lias been definitely fixed for Monday Nov. 29th. Music by Mrs Lousich. Gentlemen 2/-; Ladies 1 /-. —Advt. At the Magistrate’s Court this morning before Messrs Evans and Jeffries, Justices, a prohibition order was issued against a local resident. Mr J. D. Lynch (Mayor of Greymouth) was in town to-day, attending a meeting of the Trustees of the Hokitika Savings Bank. > Call at “The Rivoli” Revell St. for vegetables, where we have just landed green peas, also a quantity of new potatoes, which, having been bought in a cheap market are being sold a 34 lbs for one shilling.—Advt.

The visit of His Excellency the Gov-ernor-General to the West Coast of this Island is likely to take place about February next, and it is not unlikely the tour may include a visit to Waiho Glacier, South Westland. Messrs Dalgjaty and Co. Ltd., offered for sale three properties at the Westland Opera IHouse yesterday morning. Sections with the Westland Opera House thereon were passed in at £BSO. The Section with Royal George house was purchased by Mr Drake and section at corner of Stafford and Tanered streets by Salvation Army, at satisfactory prices.

In connection with claims for possession of tenements, Mr McCarthy, S.M. at Christchurch yesterday issued a warn ing to houseowners who seek to obtain through an order of the Court, the opportunity to profit by the prevailing enhanced values. When owners of houses come to Court and say they desire to have a tenant ejected so that the owners may be able to occupy the house themselves, and they subsequently sell the houses in question these people are laying themselves open to prosecution for perjury, said the Magistrate. Final arrangements are now complete in connection with the Convent School concert which takes place at the Princess Theatro on Wednesday evening. Tho management have made every effort to bring their pupils to perfection, and the programme which is to be rendered on Wednesday evening promises to eclipse anything put forward in the past. The Municipal Band have kindly consented to play a numbpr of selections prior to the opening of the cpncert. The bookings and sale of tickets are going on apace and everything points to a bumper house to greet the efforts of the children.

The marriage took place at Westport last Wednesday at St Canice’s Church of Miss Margaret Jackson (eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs Wm Jackson, Alderly Street, Westport), and Mr Thomas Lalor, of South Beach, Greymouth. Tho Rev Monsignor Walshe officiated. The bride looked charming in a frock of white crepe de chine with trimmings of ninou and pearls, carried a posje of white flowers with satin streamers, and wore the orthodox veil. Miss Florence Jackson, sister of tho bride, was bridesmaid ,and looked sweet in a dress of lemon-coloured crepe de chine trimmed with forget-me-not blue, bridesmaid also carried a posie of cream and wore a black tulle hat with touches of blue and blacv satin streamers. The roses. Mr Lalor was supported by Mr W. Quinn of Greymouth, as best man.

Saturday, Nov. 20th and Saturday, Nov. 27th,—Last seven days of Great Stock Reducing Sale, further big reductions. Now is ypur chapce to buy. Our large stocks are being cleared put regardless of cost. This great shelf emptying event will save you lots of money. Take full advantage of this your last chance to buy the new season’s goods at further reduced prices. Sec big price list in this newspaper.— McGruer and Co., Hokitika and Greymouth.—Advt. Don’t say just Garden hose. Say NORTH BRITISH GARDEN HOSE. Then the dealer will know you know tho world’s best. Doesn’t kink, and Ino+.a lnnvest.

Inhaled or taken on sugar, “NAZOL” gives wonderful relief from cou"li8, colds, or sore throats. NORTH BRITISH GARDEN HOSE is,the most lasting of all rubber hose. All hardwaremen and rubber stores can supply it. WOLFE’S SCHNAPPS— agreeable nnd beneficial. A tonic beverage N-A-Z-O-L, the scientific preparation which never tails to relieve coughs, colds, sore throats, and chest troubles. Is fid buys 60 dose The beneficial remedial powers of WOLFE’S SCHNAPPS are acknowledged everywhere

Tho deputation of Westland sawmillers is to meet tlie Prime Minister at Wellington during to-day. It is expected the Rt. Hon. W. F. Massey, Prime Minister will visit the Coast in January.

Call in at Stephens Bros, and view their display of ladies sports coats, blouses and millinery. A concert and ball will be held in the Public Hall Kanieri on Wednesday December 15th. in aid of the Kanieri (school prifao funds. A capital programme is being ■ arranged. Messrs Mark Sprat and Co. notify the sale. by auction on December 11th. at Grey mouth of Messrs Graham and Johnson’s sawmill bnsli and complete plant at Shallow Rush. The mill is capable of cutting 160,000 superficial feet of timber per month. Timber is cheaply produced and an excellent market assured. Full particulars regarding title, conditions and terms can be obtained from the Auctioneers, Messrs Mark Spot and Co., Greymouth. We regret to record tlie death of Mr Henry L. Pickett, which took place unexpectedly at Auckland yesterday morn

ing. The deceased was born at Auckland in 1852, and was therefore 68 years of age. He joined the Bank of New Zealand in his youth, and after serving in various places had charge of the Agency at Reefton from 1882 till 1891. He then was transferred to Ross and after a couple of years ‘went to Kumara where he remained for several years till he retired from the service. After living in Hokitika for some years he removed to Auckland. His wife has been on a visit to Hokitika for some time owing to the illness of her father (Mr J. Mandl) and the news of her hus band’s death would come as a great shock. Mrs Pickett went north this morning by the overland route. A young daughter is also left. Tlie family will have the deep sympathy of many friends, who will regret the passing of a good citizen. Better crops when NORTH BRITISH GARDEN HOSE is used. Regular use is assured by its splendid condition always. No leaking. All hardwaremen. Mr E. J. Lloyd is a great enthusiast for NO RUBBING Laundry Help, because it has proved such a wonderful boon to toiling ousewives.

Children like WADE’S WORM FIGS. Safe and certain remedy for worms. Suits for boys—the best value at Schroder’s. You must see them. Every one delighted for the value given. New hats, shirts and suits for men are now opening out # at Schroder's. We are new showing a splendid selection in hearth rugs, carpet runners, linoleums and congoleum. Curtains in all the latest makes for which, wc are experiencing a heavy demand. Schroders —who give best value always for your money. Inspection is invited. 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.