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Hokitika Guardian, 7 March 1921, Page 2

Jsv common consent apparently, Mr Lloyd George has been made again tile 1 spokesman of the Allies, in what looks , like the reaching ot a final understand- s ing with the Germans in regard to th« s payment of the reparation claims. The { British Prime .Minister has spoken with h a fine directness of speech, and has stated the position very clearly. What- t ever delusions the German mission was h under on its arrival in England, these ti should he cleared away now. Dr Simons si in his overwrought speech became f< lather ridiculous in his claims for clemency, and the position was very forcelolly put by Mr Llovd George who tfa- 1 versed the position so clearly. The s German mission has to come to an un- ' derstanding to-day. They have to ac- * cept the'Allied terms or submit in the ! alternative an offer no less acceptable. .' Failing this the Allies will take steps to 11 occupy certain national territory, will

take control of the Gorman customs. In other words Germany will be made pay 11 10 really modest demands made upon her. The position, is therefore likely to come to a head quickly. There has been long enough breathing time surely, but that interval has been used mainly to secure a, way out to evade the demands ot the Allies. Germany lias boon no more honest to atone for the harm she did in the war, than for tho manner in which she first brought about the war, and then carried it on so savagely. We must not forget Germany’s record in tho war, nor the plight of the people and the countries where her ruthless invading forces practised their devilry. Nor should wo forgot if the war had resulted in less happier circumstances what would have been the dominating attitude of Germany. Bismark’s attitude to France at the close of the Franeo-Prussian war is recalled very often by tho national picture which shows Bismarck imposing his irrevocable terms on France. Today Germany is the suppliant. She has had a. great show of mercy and consideration and it is about time the payment was definitely agreed upon and Ruropo settled down to an adjustment >f the account without undue parlevmi-

Members of the Returned Soldiers (Association are reminded of the annual meeting to-night at 7.30 o'clock. 1 The Canterbury Education Board invites applications in this issue for vacancies on the teaching staff. ~~ Notice of the election of members o of the General Council of Education 1 appears in this issue. f I The Chief Postmaster advises as foin lows: Mails which left Auckland on the 14th January last per “S.S. Wat--7 runa” via. Vancouver, arrived in T,ondon on the 4th March, 1921. o “11.13.” Suits for the rising generae tion arc made with an eye to the fuo ture. All you look for in “11. B.” Suits for hoys and youths, you will find — quality—from coat hanger to buttons, from linings to the fine wear resisting tweeds. Call and see these 11.8. Suits. ' S.Z Clothing Factory.—Advt. t Mr T. M. Wilford, M.P., Leader of . the Opposition, is at present unwell, t though it is expected lie will be able to . take his seat in the House this week. , Mr W. I). Powdrell 31. P., for Patea, is reported to be very unwell and an ins mate of a private hospital, and will ! not he able to take bis seat at the session opening this week. The first round for the singles championship of the local Bowling Club was completed on Saturday, the following 1 being the winners of tip. sections—Section A, \Y. "Wilson; Section B, ,J. N. 1 Nalder; Section D, F. W. Feddersen and W. Bain to »lav off a tie; Section F. A. E. /Benjamin. The four section winners play each other to decide who shall he champion for the year. The afternoon tea on Saturday was kindly ' arranged by 31 rs .1. Grant. The death of 31r Matthew Mycroft of Woodstock, which took place yesterday removes another old pioneer of the West Coast, who had followed mining pursuits over a long period of years. Deceased was a native of Devonshire, England and 77 years of age. He leaves a widow and family of three, one son (John, a returned soldier, now residing; at Christchurch) and two daughters (31rs Owen and 31 rs 3Voodford, both of Granity). Lines of special interest for men from the “H. 8.” Colonial woollen singlets and underpants 9s lid and 10s (id, woollen sox 2s (id pr, the famous pre-war quality American denims Ids dd pair, gool value in split shooters, woollen shirts and navy flannels at the N.Z Clothing Factory.—Advt. Political rumor has it that 31 r A. 8. .Malcolm 31. P., (Chairman of Committee of the House) is not at all pleased that his claims on the Ministry of the day have been overlooked yet again when making appointments to the Cabinet. 31r Malcolm lias been a very consistent loyal supporter of the Reform Party over long terms, yet the latest vacancy has been filled by the most independent of party men in the House. That at all events was 3!r D. Stewart’s personal claim of his political attitude some little time ago. 31 i' Jsillies Stark passed away at his residence, Beach Rond, Ivumara, early on Saturday morning, having reached the ripe age of 92 years. He was of a quiet unassuming manner, lint was 1 highly respected by all. He was one of tlie early pioneers of the Coast, and one of the olde»t residents of this district, having worked and resided at Greenstone, Cape Terrace, and Westbrook, where he followed mining pur: suits with varied success, until finally settling in Ivumara about 27 years ago. ' He leaves one son. James, of Auckland, and two daughters, .Mrs Robert Burrell, 1 and Miss Stark, who has resided with ' her father and bestowed on him every care and attention in It is declining 1 years. To the family general sympathy ( will be extended hv nil their friends. 1 Me have received from the Canter- 1 bury Progress League a copy of the new and enlarged edition of the very r attractive booklet on ‘'Canterbury” a first published by the League some twelve months ago. The new matter includes maps of the Dominion and of a the province, a short but compendious 1 article on the secondary industries, and o photographic views and descriptive matter relating to * the manifold re- C sources and attractions of Westland and r setting forth the advantages which a both Canterbury and the West Coast d hope to gain by the completion of the Midland Railway. We understand that the league is circulating copies of the booklet very widely both in this country and in Britain. The publication should prove a splendid advertisement tor both Canterbury and Westland. S; Schroder and Co. have much pleasure / in announcing the arrival of their first shipment of millinery it! velours, beavers, velskin, and the newest fancy ( | straws. Also splendid assortment of j r furs, Coney plush coats and the latest , in tweed coats, jumpers. Inspection ■ invited.—Advt. . 1 in If you give reasonable notice, your ™ frock will he fitted with NORTH BRI-

TI SIT TYRES without the loss of an hour’s working. There’s an agent close E to you. T: Sparklet Bulbs B or C now proem- .'V able. Write for new Rubber Washers h ' and Pin, enclosing threepence postage. '' Sharland and Co, Ltd., Wellington.

PI We arc making a splendid display of V seasonable novelties in the millinery, S fancy and dress department. We shall g be pleased to see you, and an early m risit is desirable. Schroder and Co.— ti Advt. . tc Compare CLINCHER CROSS MO’OR CAR, TYRES with any other iialce. Rest of all tests, on any roads, luilt in Britain by British experts. “NAZOL” fixes ’em. It vanquishes olds, and soothes thryat and lungs, rom any chemist or store. Is (id.

s- The monthly meeting of the Westland d Chamber of Commerce takes place tomorrow evening at 7.30 o’clock. i- Nominations for all events at the - lvumnra Racing Club’s Easter meeting close to-morrow (Tuesday) evening at 10 o'clock with Geo. Panunent, Sec,l retary. The I{ev. Dr Holloway has' asked to be relieved of liis clerical charge at Hoktiika, and will go on sick leave be--11 fore taking up duty in another part of the diocese. - ! j Picture a new shirt after its first 1 washing. Then buy “H. 8.” brand ; j they are smart and good. A splendid j assortment of neglige shirts to choose K i from, priced from 8s 9d to l‘2s Gd at the ~ i N.Z. Clothing Factory.—Advt. g j The medicine they till like—WADE’S . j WORM FIGS. The surest, safest and speediest remedy for worms in children. Contains no injurious drugs and * leaves no had after-effects. All ohem- ; ists. I Footwear now at slump prices. Great (clearing sale of'ladies, childrens and i gent’s boots and shoes at Keller’s Samt pie Rooms, Hokitika, on Saturday and i Monday March sth. and 7th. Two days j of vigorous bargain giving a clear savjmg of from 5/- to 20/- off each pair. - j Heavy discounting has been done. Our i I larve stocks are now being sold at a loss ;L\ few shillings will go a long way at - ; this, the greatest hoot bargain sale in . | New Zealand. McGruer and Co., Kelt | Tor’s Sample Rooms, Hokitika. — Advt. ’ j We are satisfied that the name ot Mrs • i J. Mcßeath will he held in everlasting 1 j esteem for her unswerving enthusiasm 1 for NO RUBBING Laundry Help, the abolisher of washboard slaverv. ! ’Tis said hv some there’s no cure for j colds, but “NAZOL” quickly relieves | tlie worst cases. Is Gd. Arriving from Nelson a consignment j of 200 J eases of tomatoes, 5s to 7s, according to variety; 50 cases Jonathan apples (401bs) 9s Gd. Paterson, Michel and Co., Ltd., phone 2.—Advt. CLINCHER (.’BOSS MOTOR TYRES (rive the longest life—wholly reliable m wear. Produced in the largest rubu i manufactory in the whole Empire .All garages can supply.