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Hokitika Guardian, 12 April 1921, Page 2

Mr and Mrs J. C. Hondo, and family of Hari Hari are at present the guests of Mr and Mrs D. H. Stapleton. The Canterbury Education Board is inviting applications for various vacancies on the teaching staff. Applications close on 27h April.

A large shipment of the new teazle and brush wools for jumpers, hats, scarves and coats in all colours from 2s 4d per skein, at Mrs J. Lloyd’s.

An important meeting of the Ivoka-tahi-Koiterangi Football Club will be held at the Public Hall, Kokntahi on Thursday evening at 8 o’clock. All members are requested to attend. The annual ball of the Ross Returned Soldiers Association takes place on Friday of next week, 22nd. inst., when all patrons can be assured a very enjoyable evening. Ihe District Electors Roll for the Borough of Hokitika, recently compiled, to be used in the forthcoming municipal elections contains 1208 names.

The meeting of the Hokitika School Committee called for last night, lapsed for want of a quorum, the members present being Messrs Shannon (Chnirman), Preston and Rev. Purehas. The meeting was adjourned till next Monday at 6.45 p.m. at the Town Hall. Ihe death of Mrs Christina M. Bell., wile of Mr George Bell of Dunollie, occurred at her residence on Sunday night. Deceased who was highly esteemed by all who knew her., was 43 years of age, and a native of Fifeshire, Scotland.

The Municipal elections are now fast approaching. The Returning Officer (Mr A. A. Andrewes) gives notice in this issue that- nominations will be rereceived iqi to noon on Wednesday 20th. April for the position of Mayor, and nine. Councillors, for the Borough of Hokitika, three members for the Hokitika Harbour Board, and two members for the Charitable Aid Board, to represent the Borough of Hokitika. The members of the West Coast Caledonian Society are reminded of the Ingleside on Wednesday next, 13th inst, in the Supreme Hall. As this is the first Ingleside for the 1921 season it is to he hoped that members will attend in their numbers promptly at 8 o’clock, thus contributing to the success of the evening.—Advt.

The death took place yesterday of Airs Olive B. Young, wife of Detec-

tive J B. Young, of Greymouth, after an illness of but short duration. The deceased lady, who was only 33 years of age, had been a resident of Greymouth for about nine months. Besides a. sorrowing husband, she leaves four young children, the youngest only ten weeks old. The many friends of Mr William Moore will regret to hear of his death which took place on Saturday evening at his mother’s residence, Walsh street Reefton. The deceased was a native of the district, and from his youth had not of robust health. He was educated at St. Patrick’s College, Wellington. He was a keen sportsman and took a loading part in football and lawn tennis. The deceased had been clerk for many years for Messrs Hannan and Phillips, solicitors, Reefton, and was a general favourite. He leaves a mother, one sister. and hr,others to mourn their loss.

The Referees’ Association will meet at Mclntosh’s Club rooms on Wednesday evening at 7 p.m. and the Sub-Un-ion at 8 p.m.

It was stated at the meetirig of the Charitable Aid Board last evening that from an average of somewhere about 50 laying hens at Westland Hospital for the past year 942 J dozen eggs were obtained.

At the Town Hall to-morrow evening Revd. Dr J. E. Holloway will deliver an interesting scientific lecture on popular lines under the auspices of the Progress League. The lecture will be illustrated with an entertaining series of lantern slides. “H.B’s” lead in footwear. Ladies’ strong derby shoes 25s and 29s 63, good quality glace derbys 37s 6d, girl’s box hide strap shoes, size 7 to 2,9 s 9d to 13s, according to size; boys’ strong derbys, all sizes, 16s 6d to 24s 6d, at the N.Z. Clothing Factory.—Advt. 'The Westland County Council is holding its usual monthly meeting ties afternoon. A report will appear ■>- morrow. The Treasurer's report submitted to the meeting appeal's in this issue.

The Euchre Tournament in the Public liall, Kokatalii has been postponed until Friday next, 15th. inst, in aid of the Catholic Church fund, and will Lie folio ved by a dance, supper provided. Admission to Euchre 1/-; (Ist. prize gent and lady, \ lamb each); to dance, Gentlemen 1/-. M. Mackinnon, and L. Wallace, joint secretaries.—Advt. During the week-end advantage was taken of the presence of Mr D. Panckhurst of Reefton in town to inspect the water supply reservoir, and the municipal swimming baths. Air Paiickhurst is an expert in concrete work, and his opinion in regard to the condition of the two containers should be valuable.

A written report is to be submitted to the Borough Council, but it is understood the municipal bath lias been condemned, the mixture with which the concrete work was made being too porous. The position in regard to the water supply reservoir is not so unsatisfactory, and ft is believed repair work will be possible. An overhaul of the line of race will be necessary also, as the quantity of water is not being received at the reservoir. With regard to the swimming bath it will probably be necessary to construct fresh walls and a new bottom within the present container, so that considerable expense will be involved. The full report will be awaited with interest. .Men! You are assured satisfaction in all your clothing requirements purchased at “H. 8.” Beatrice twill neglige shirts, great value, 8s lid each, flannel unders 9s lid, best quality denims 15s 9d and 16s 6d, woollen sox 2s tid, felt hats 11s (id. All weights in underwear in stock at the N.Z. Clothing Factory.—Advt. Many friends throughout the district and particularly old scholars, will hear with sincere regret of the passing of Miss Batten, which took place at AVestland Hospital yesterday afternoon after a long illness. The deceased, who was a daughter of the late AV. H. Batten of the Mechanics’ Institute, Ballarat, was a native of that city, and 66 years of age. Alisa Batten came to Hokitika from Victoria some 44 years ago, and taught in the Hokitika State School for a period of 22 years. Later she served as relieving teacher in various centres, and subsequenly retired on superannuation and settled down in Ross where she has lived for a number of years. Miss Batten endeared herself to all with whom she came in contact with. She was in former years a prominent member of the Glee Club and otheV musical societies, and was a very hard working and enthusiastic member of the Presbyterian Church. Deceased leaves a brother and three sisters (one being Mrs A. A. Andrewes of Hokitika), a stepmother and several step-brothers and sisters, all resident in Victoria. The funeral takes place to-morrow afternoon.

North British Rubber Hot Water Bags, with the “Unique” never-leak stopper, have the North British Rubber Co’s trade mark stamped on the neck —• the emblem of quality. Woods’ Great Peppermint Cure. For Coughs and Colds, never fails.

AVil 1 washboard slavery ever be tolerated in New Zealand again? No, never. No Rubbing has abolished that form of slavery for all time.—Airs J. Mcßeath, agent for No Rubbing.

Splendid stock of new seasons goods just arrived at McGruer’s. We are very pleased and well satisfied with the fine styles and wide variety. There are autumn costumes, hats, frocks, coats, skirts fancy goods, underwear, scarves, and hosiery in big variety. The quality of the goods is higher and the prices more moderate than those that have been seen for many a day. AlcGruer and Co., Hokitika and Greymouth.— Advt.

Schroder and Co. have much pleasure in announcing the arrival of the?r first shipment of millinery in velours, beavers, velskin, and the newest fancy straws. Also splendid assortment of furs Coney plush coats and the latest in tweed coats, jumpers. Inspection invited.—Advt.

No cold can grip when “NAZOL” is used. A powerful and penetrating germicide, it gives instant relief and wards off influenza.