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Hokitika Guardian, 25 May 1921, Page 2

Oi'R Wellington correspondent in judging the Progressive and Moderate Labor party now taking shape in New Zealand polities, 'thinks the new organisation is rather hiding its light under a bushel, by not giving itself all the publicity it should. It is significant nevertheless that a strong district council has been formed in Dunedin, where polities are not usually of the prominent party order they assume in other centres. The new organisation is evidently going to be a factor and a very important factor— in settling the future political policy of the Dominion. From the report that certain recalcitrant members of the old Lilwral part,' are now touring the North Island, on a mission believed to he not unconnected with the political situation, it would seem that the forces are beginning to organise in advance for the next poll—some 18 months away in the ordinary course. It is necessary to do this if any organisation of value is" to be evolved out of the present disjointed forces now comprising the Liberals, the Independents and Moderate Labour. The two latter branches are coming , together in a practical way. and it is

for the Liberals (who are in two divisions also) to set about fusing forces it they are to be of any calculable force in the next session—Which should be a highly important one. The Government is playing ducks and drakes with the finances, and will be open to a definite attack for their failure, not only to carry out the promises on the hustings, but also to administer efficiently the funds at their disposal. If the Oppo--1 sition in Parliament is to ho a useful factor there must be a genuine lu--1 sion as leading up to the formulation ■ of a definite policy to go before the 1 people in the 1922 general elections.

j A Liberal and Labor fusion on the ; old lines of the Seddon regime would he 1 very acceptable to the country 'just ■ now. The present party in power has . failed signally to carry on the govern- , ment ol the country economically, and 1 once ejected from office will pass a long | period again in the cool shades of oppo--1 sition. The Progressive party which is taking shape should go a long way towards making it possible to secure an j effective and influential fusion of pari ties largely travelling patallel ifiads in polities. In the former allifmce the people received in a comparatively short time a very considerable contribution of progressive legislation on democratic lines. The masses in particular received a great benefit, and from the advantage gained grew the ambition to break off and form separate party. All concerned should lie wiser now for the experience gained by that 'false .move. This feeling is no doubt the origin of the present movement for a progressive party to take up the woik of the former self-reliant policy. In the ranks of the Independents to-day thcie are men with a very clear-cut idea of what the country wants as a whole, not what is required for any one or more classes. That, desire to eater for class government has been the outstanding feature of the Reform party, and its policy affecting finance has been very largely in the same direction. The old ( onservative party from which Reform is the living offspring, failed in 1890 to organise the finances of the country satisfactorily, and now 30 years later they are drifting to the same sad plight. Now as then, there is the call for the Liberals to redeem the situation, and with proper organisation of forces they can do so.

A dance will be. held in the Koitc-v----nngi Public Hall on May 30th, in aid of tlie local football club. Admission: Gents 2s 6d,'ladies a plat l ® W. O’Brien, Sec.—Advt.

A grand concert and hall will he held in the Public Hall, Kanieri, on Wednesday, June 22nd, in aid of the fund to supply books for the scholars who lost all their own in the recent fire. A large number of gun limbers are at present being discharged at Wellington from the liner Surrey, which arrived recently from Home. They Are the advance guard of a lot of new divisional equipment consigned to the New Zealand Government. “Let’s he fashionable,” and drop along to “McLean’s” on Friday night. Mr McLean will donate tlie proceeds of entertainment to the Municipal Band, and one and all are assured of a good programme and tlie best of music.— Advt. Mr A. Kibble, who has been appointed editor of the Greymouth “Evening Star” arrived in Greymouth last evening. Mr Kibble was latterly on the staff of the “Lyttelton Times,” and formerly occupied the editorial chair of the Ashburton “Mail” and “Guardian.” Siily prices in men’s and hoys’ overcoats' this week at tli L > H.B. Men’s tweed coats 64s 85s; 88s, 90s. Men’s rain coats 765, 795, l(X)s. Men’s oilskins 28s. Canvas coats now 60s, Enough said! These prices are talkers. Don’t l>e disappointed. Pay all early visit and secure one of these bargains at i the N.Z. Clothing Factory.—Advt. Mr H. P. Hopkins, who has been Christchurch manager of the Royal Insurance Company for some years, lias been promoted to the position of General Manager of the company in New Zealand, and will leave soon for Wellington, where he will .reside. He lias been a member of the Hokitika hire Board for tlie past six years as one of the representatives of the Underwriters Association. Collections for the School War Memorial are now being taken up in Hokitika. The toal sum required to he raised is about £650. Ex-scholars all over New Zealand as far as their addresses can he ascertained are being circularised on tlie subject, and it is hoped with their assistance and that of the friends of the school to raise tlie amount required within the next few months.

“This is a country of rivers and sea coasts, and every hoy and every girl should he taught to swim, not only for his own sake Imt for the sake of others who might he in danger,” said the head master of tlie Beckenham School; when asking the Christchurch City Council for help id tlie erection ol a swimming hath. “They should also he taught how to get out of the road of motor ears and motor cycles," said the Mayor, Dr Thacker.

The prices at which matches are being retailed in the Wellington district has been the subject of investigation by the Wellington Price Investigation Tribunal. It was found that many tobacconists and other retailers have been selling “slides” at 3d per box. This price is considered by the Tribunal to yield an unreasonably high rate of prolit. At a recent meeting the Tribunal decided that a fair price for “slides” is 2id per box, and is notifying the retailers accordingly.

When the engineer was taking the levels in connexion with the proposed gravitation water supply for Taihape, he experienced a great deal of trouble on account of a difference of 17ft between his levels and the railway levels. After careful cheeking he found that his levels were correct, and it was subsequently ascertained, says an exchange, that when the original survey of the Main Trunk railway route was being made the barometric levels were accepted as correct, but woen it was discovered that the barometric readings were affected by air pockets, and that the levels were wrong, the fact that they were wrong was recorded on tlie earlier plans. It would he interesting to know how many errors have open made in levels on account of the railwa levels being taken for granted.

Henry George Sherroek was charged oil the infonnatffm of the Defence Department, at the Wanganui Court, witit failing to take the ’oath of allegiance when being sworn in as a lerritorial. The lad was represented in the Court by his father, who raised an objection that the oath was untruthful. SergeantMajor Bauer stated that the lad would mq take the oath on the grounds ol religion, and stated that lie would have to ask his father. The father stated that there was a direct lie in the oalli, and it was on his advice that the hoy would not take it. The Magistrate stated that he did not want to go into the question whether the oath was untruthful or not. The father: “It is perjury as it reads.” The Magistrate said the Court did not wish to burden defendant with advice, nor did it set itself up to give advice, hut he considered defendant was in the wrong. 4 lie representatives of the people of the country required that his son should take tile oath according to requirtonents set up by the legislation. This legislation was under mandate from tlie people, and if his son did not agree to play his part he had better leave ifae country. The country would not give him leave to act on his own conditions. A prisonment was imposed.

For Bronchial Coughs, take Woods’ Great Peppermint Cure. The welcome slump in price has come at last. So while it lasts you will always find our price the lowest. "Thou sands of pounds 'worth are being sacrificed by us, to make room for thousands more bargains already secured from the worlds markets. Visit Schroder and Co. It will pay you.—Advt. The far larger air space provided in Clincher Cycle Tyres lengthens the life of the tyre, reduces road shocks, lessons the puncture risk, adds to your comfort. All cycle dealers. Inhaled or taken on sugar, “NAZOL” gives wonderful relief from coughs, colds, or sore throatß. Clincher Motor Cycle Tyres are dependable. “Dreadnought” 28 x 3, and 750 x 75 de luxe extra heavy, for highpowered machines such as Indians and Harleys. British built, For longer wear.

The Hon Minister of Minos due here next week is likely to visit Rinm and Ross on Saturday, Juno 4th. j The usual weekly euchre tournament will he hold at St Mary’s Club Rooms this (Wednesday) evening, commencing at 8 o’clock sharp. Good prizes. Admission Is.—Advt. | Addisons announce a special coat I week. All coats, ladies’ men’s and j children’s, are substantially reduced, j For those in want of a winter coat i this opportunity is too good to be miss- j ed. See the windows for special dis- ' play and prices. At a meeting of the West Coast Rugby Union held at Grey mouth last evening, the Hokitika Sub-Union wrote, requesting that they be allowed a member on the Selection Committee.—Resolved that the Sub-Union be asked to appoint a representative as advisor to the Selection Committee. The same privilege will be given to Inangahua. It was resolved that the winners of the fixture on June 18th, Inangahua v. Hokitika, at Greymouth, hold the Dit.t"man Shield. Any subsequent challenge, will be played on the holder’s ground. The fixture, Grey v. Hokitika, on June 2(5, and Grey v. inangahua, at Reefton, on July 2, will be adhered to. In response to a request from the SuoUnions, it was decided that Mr McKay be appointed to collect and frame rules to be forwarded to the Sub-Unions. Lake Brunner division will also receive a copy. Further slump goods arrive, and in addition our largo stocks have been marked down to the slump market level. To buy elsewhere now is simply throwing good money away. The low prices defy competition. A great and constant rush has set in and the wonderful bargains will soon be exhaust--1 cd. Come along early for your share. ' McGruer and Co., Hokitika and Greymouth.—Advt. The sensation of the season; great fall in Home prices. Schroder’s ready money having secured enormous concessions, are now able to place . thousands of pounds worth of bargains at lower price than any other firm. Inspection invited. Schroder and Co. —Advt. Irritation in the throat, stufFincss in! the head banished by "NAZOL.” Instant relief. Get a Nazol Inhaler. For lnfljenza, take Woods’ Great Peppermint Jre. Just landed 200 cases (each 401b5.) choice apples consisting of Adams, Pearmains, Stunners, Rifiiners, Jonathans, Washington? etc., from 7y6 to 9/6.- According to varieties.—Paterson Michel and Co., Ltd., Phone No 2.—Advt.

Stiro and certain, WADE’S WORM FIGS. Children like them.

Commercial travellers of cheerful voice and sunny countenance are much in evidence throughout New Zealand now, thanks to "Keep Smiling’’ Floor Polish.—Wm Perry and Co., wholesale agents for K.Si Floor t*oiisii.

After theatre, dance or party take "NAZOL.” Prevents chill from changing atmospheres. Convenient for pocket or bag. Is 6d for 60 doses.