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Hokitika Guardian, 26 July 1921, Page 2

The “Guardian” will go to press at noon to-morrow. Mr and .Mrs Wright of Christchurch Hoad insert, a notice of thanks in this issue. Messrs Paterson, Michel and Co.. Ltd. announce the arrival of the new season’s seed potatoes, gras’s seeds, seed oats, fertilisers etc. A public holiday will be observed in town to-morrow. The hanks (by special authority of the Government) will close at noon. The usual weekly euchre tournament and dance will he held in St .Mary’s Club rooms to-morrow (Wednesday) evening, at 8 o’clock. Good prizes, good supper and dance to follow.—Advt.

The town will observe a full holiday to-morrow on the occasion of the Spring bok-Buller and West Coast football match at Greynioutli The train leaves at noon (instead of the 1.3 p.m.) and will land visitors in Greymouth in good time. The return leaves at 5.15 p.m. Victoria Park tomorrow should hold a record crowd to witness the game, wli.eli should prove full of interest.

Ladies! Sturdv “H. 8.” footwear values; he wise and see the big assort, mont of boots and shoes now being offered round about wholesale cost. Here is an idea of what’s going on at “H.M’s”. Glace derby shoes were 35s li.’-w 225; glace strtip shoes, were 39s (id now 225, (these two lines are much below manufacturers cost) ; patent courts were 39s (id. now 25s 6d; glace courts were 39s (id. now 25s 6cl at the N.Z. Clothing Factorv.—Advt. The death of Mr John H. Denton, lather of Mr K. H. Denton, town clerk of Greymouth, took place at Christchurch yesterday morning. He was horn at Potiistine, Yorkshire, England, 71 years ago. Mr Denton was stationed for some time at Greymouth as chief clerk in the Public Works Department and in 1901 was transferred to Christchurch as chief clerk, retiring on superannuation some five or six years ago. Mr Denton who was twice married, leaves a widow, two sons and two daughters, Mr F. 11. Denton of Greymouth, being the eldest son.

A meeting of the Greymouth Chamber of Commerce was held yesterday to discuss matters in connection with the timber industry and proposed alteration to the railway service. A lengthy discussion took place on railway charges for timber and it was resolved to communicate with other chambers, local bodies and timber workers union on the subject. The proposed alterations to the railway timetable were discussed and tlie Mayor, Messrs Tennant and Kettle were appointed as a deputation to interview the Traffic Manager. The deputation was informed that the proposed revision had been held over, with the probability of it being cancelled.

It is known that the Railway Department is considering a number of changes in the train services throughout the Dominion, to come into force at an early date, hut so far no definite announcement lias been made by the Department. An enquiry was made yesterday to the local stationmaster, hut he could give no information as to the changes proposed locally, though it was stated some time ago that the alterations were to come into force on August Ist. There are rumours of con. siderable changes in the running of local trains having been suggested, hut so far we are unable to supply information as to the suggested alterations. The matter is one of considerable interest, and will doubtless have the attention of the several local bodies affect ad.

Definitely closing Tuesday, August 2nd, fire salvage sale. Prices cut down further. For the few remaining day--value extraordinary and unsurpassed. No cheaper draperv or clothing in No" Zealand. The Insurance Companies are the great losers. Look out for the big sale hill of prices in this paper on Thursday next. McGruer and Co., leading drapers, Hokitika and Grevmouth.— Advt.

At tilt* Court, Greymouth yesterday charged with the theft.

‘ „)■ two prismatic compasses from the ' local drillshed on .June 23rd., u youth 1 aged 16, pleaded guilty. The brother-in-law of accused, who spoke for him, testified as to his former good character, and pleaded for leniency. The Bench decided to take a lenient view and accused was remanded for six months. In the meantime he must 1m indoors at 7 p.m. and must abstain from civ a rette smoking and attendance at picture shows. In the event of a satisfactory report from the probation office i at the end of that period Hie case wdl be dismissed. Milton William Barlow. charged with stealing from T. Lamason, Stratford, a carpet square, was reman 1ed on the police application, till July 28, when he will appear at. Stratford, It wfto stated that accused had been arrested on Sunday, and several of,lnn charges are pending.,

There will be no i’copies Pictures at the Opera House to-night. North Island mails by the Maori connected with the West Coast express at Christchurch this morning. The Springboks left Christchurch this morning, arriving at Greymouth this evening.

To-night, and every Tuesday night following the latest dances will he taught at the Supreme Hall. Admission one shilling.

Owing to Mcl.ean (Buller) being injured last Saturday and Russell (Grey) being also hurt, iltigrir (Riinu) and if van i Grey i will fill t heir places in tn-morrow’s team.

To-night, at All Saint’s Schoolroom, a gift social. Splendid programme, ably assisted by The Frolics. Supper and a short- dance. In aid of the coining sale of work. All welcome: Advt.

Schroder and Co. art 1 now holding a ( lie week clearing sale of all their millinery, coats and scarves. Those goods are now marked at 'les-4 than cost price to ensure an effective clearance for cash only. Come early so as to get the pick of them.—Advt.

The following will represent Wanderers in their match with Rovers at ] ~‘3O p.m. Gibbons (capt.), J. Stopfort h (vice-ca.pt.), J. bock, Stevenson Stopforth, Williams, Keller, Davidson (2), Sumner, 1 Stopforth, R., (Evans, Dowling. Lincoln. Haussmann.

The Greymouth Boxing Association last evening made final arrangements for the big N.Z. Championships tourney starting on Thursday. All reports were most favourable, and the tournament promises to he one of the best in the history of the New Zealand boxing. A bag parity of competitors arrive to-night.

Children’s tweed coats and warm jerseys are now being cleared at the ridiculous price of 10s each. Ladies’ mackintoshes 12s (id and 15s each, hor one week only at Schroder and Co’s, where you can get model hats at less t ban half price.—Advt.

Bargains in foot-wear for men at the ‘TLB”. Bead about these: Box hide derbys were 42s fid, now 29s (id ; chrome Oxford hoots were 35s now 255; glace Oxford boots were 39s 6d, now' 29s 6d; box calf welted derbys were 45s now 35s (id; court evening shoes, 22s 6d; lace evening shoes 25s 9d; good quality shooters (nailed) were 32s 6d, now 25s at the X.Z. Clothing Factory. Advt.

The dentil is reported from Dunedin of MrA Axelson, wife of Rev. E. A. Axelson. who passed away at her home, 175, George Street, on Saturday evening. The deceased was well-known for her charitable work, among the orphans of the Dunedin, in which sh was assisted by her husband. The ,ate Mr Axelson. was the eldest daughter of the late Mr and Mrs George Erickson. of Orwell Creek. She leaves a husband and family.

The weekly meeting of the WestCoast Rugby Fnion was held last evening. It was decided in connection with the Boiler team that three referees he submitted. Messrs Trying (Inangnhua). Williams (Grey), and Houston (Hokitika). Captain Cox was appointed oflicialli time-keeper for both Wednesday and .Saturday’s games. It was decided that the -electors meet on Wenesday even in • in pick th,. team to meet Biiller. In the meantime all players should keep in solid training. Final arrangements "ill be made for the Duller match at the Rughv Union meeting on Thursday night.