Thoughts For The Times

Hokitika Guardian, 18 February 1921, Page 2

Thoughts For The Times

Tun Hkamng Hand op Ti.uk. It is an irony of fate that General Smuts, the “rebel” against British authority two short decades ago, is today the leader and fooussing-point of the forces of loyalty and unity. Britain made no mistake when she gave South Africa the right of self-govern-ment.—Lyttelton Times.

The Wakaiti' sailed from Oleum this morning and is due at Hokitika to-mor-row morning. Messrs W. Jeffries and Co., notify entries for their stock sale at Bold Head yards on Wednesday, February 23rd. The Pacific Cable Board advises communication between Bamfibld and Halifax restored. The transmission of traffic to the United Kingdom is now normal. Addison’s special value in tapestry table covers, plain and fancy in green, maroon and brown, G3s, 69s 6d, 70s, 83s, now 52s 6d, 57s 6d, 59s 6d, 70s; cream bordered casement cloth (is (id, to clear at 4s lid.—Advt. We are pleased to learn that Mr Frank Radomski, who was seriously injured in the Kanieri sawmill Coy’s bush on Tuesday (not in Whiley’s Bush as stated) is making very satisfactory progress at Westland Hospital. Call at “The Rivoli” Revell St. and get a very large Cauliflower for (id. also tomatoes 6d lb. Plums Gd. lb., Pears Gd lb., Apples Gd lb., parsnips, carrots french beans, new potatoes, marrows and cabbage. Dates 9d lb. prunes 1/3 lb., figs 1/G lb. Pineapples from 1 - each. Cucumbers from - 4d. each.— Advt.

News Inis been received of the death at Wellington of Air Thomas Vincent Byrne, a former well-known resident of this district. The deceased was born in Stafford about 50 years ago and practised as a solicitor at Kumara and Hokitika for a twimlx-r of years. He was a member of the Westland County Council for several years and County Chairman for a term. He was also a member of the Kumnra Borough Council and Mayor of that town for several years and member of tly Westland Charitable Aid Board, Kumnra School Committee and' other local bodies. Some years ago he removed to Wellington where ho has since resided. He leaves a widow and two daughters (one being Mrs (1. Chapman of Ross).

Mr P. 11. Stewart, the popular manager of the National Bank at Hokitika has received notice of transfer to Hamilton, North Island, to take charge of the branch there. While congratulating Air Stewart on'his promotion in the service of the Bank, the news will be received with regret bv a wide circle of friends in the town and district. During his stay here Air Stewart has proved himself an excellent citizen. Together with "Airs Stewart he has taken an active interest in public matters, especially during the war period, giving a helping hand to anything that meant the public good, and the advancement ot the district generally. In connection with the beautification of Mncnndrew Square. Air Stewart’s work has spoken for itself, the enhanced appearance of this reserve from a wilderness to»the beauty spot it has been for several years past, showing the labour of love he put 'into the work with such splendid results. As a member (4 the Chamber of Commerce and Progress League, Mr Stewart has taken an active interest, while the Hokitika Bowling Club will lose a valuable mem bet, who was singles champion one year and at present is Vice President. He has also Liken an active interest in the management of St. Andrew’s Church. Both Air and Airs Stewart have proved excellent citzens, and have won many friendships in this district, and their approaching departure will c ause many expressions of real regret. Air Slewart is to report at Hamilton as soon as possible and will lie leaving in the course of a week or so. His successor at Hokitika has not yet been notified.

NO RUBBING LAUNDRY HELP is winning on its merits. Greatest boon to housewives. Is packets even-time.

Visit the great clearing sale, prices are right down. You get the best value, up to date goods, and genuine bargains. We are*constantly readjusting our prices to conform with the falling markets. Keeping abreast of the times is our business. Our low prices are the reason for our wonderful growth. Call and see the fresh bargains.—McGruer and Co, Hokitika and Greymouth.—Advt.