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Hokitika Guardian, 4 October 1921, Page 2

North Island mails by the Maori connected with the West Coast express at Christchurch this morning.

The monthly meeting of the V/e tint;.l Chamber of Coin mem* takes place at tlie County Chambers at 7.30 o’clock (His evening.

A Pres- message state- William White, who was 106 years of ag e on June IS last, died at Wellington yesterday, He iviis a native of Walworth (South London), and came to New Zealand nearly 70 years ago.

On Wednesday evening at Longford Hall, Kukatiilii a grand hall is being held in aid of the motor ambulance fund. The gathering promises to he a.s successful and enjoyable ns country functions always are. Patrons are assured - pleasant evening.

The new scheme of nice course detectives. or inspectors us they are to he styled, instituted by the Ne" Zealand Racing Conference, is to' 3 come into lone on the first of next month. Well known officers ol the police inree arc accepting the appointments, which will number three at. Lie outset. The chiet inspector will lie an ex-ofiiecr of the West Coast district.

A new lailuay station is to he built al Springfield in romieelion with Hie Arthur's Pass traffic. The deviation of t lie railway line to the new site is now being put in. It will be more to the northward of the present site, and on fiat country, giving greater space, lot standing waggons, and retiming grades when entering and leaving .the station. Travellers will he interested to learn that the scheme will include, also, provision for n now refreshment bull'd, and the piescnt “ shoddier ’ "ill disappear.

The general meeting of subscribers held at the Town Hall last night, with regard to the Mayoral presentation (Mr Coulson, Deputy Mayor presiding) approved the report of the executive to present an illuminated address and a piece ol plate to the Maxor and Mnvoress on their early return to Hokitika. The presentation "ill he made at the Town Hall and he a gathering open to the public gene in II > . Further contributions are still receivable.

'• A school garden, not 100 miles from this town, nas at times been greatly troubled by the t owls ol a nearby neighnor” (says the Wanganui Herald). " A nest of eggs was one day found in the school grounds wliict the children promptly destroyed, much to the owner’s chagrin. Ihe same fowl has since repeated her pertorniana „ce, and the owner gave instructions that on no account were the eggs to be broken. His instructions up to a certain point were heeded. The eggs wore not destroyed, but " blown and both hen and owner, before discovery, were highly perplexed as m why no chickens were forthcoming. The juvenile element in the district is now rejoicing.”

When asked about the life history of whitebait, Mr b. V. Ayson (Inspector of Fisheries) said that little was known of the life history of whitebait. It had not even been definitely established that the whitebait ever Developed further than the state in which we know it, hut he was inclined to favour the Maori theory that whitebait b"came inanga, tin* bright little fish (about 6 inches in which are caught in autumn 'in the whitebait rivers, for whenever there was a good whitebait season in the spring, the inanga appeared to l»e more plentiiid in the autumn. Whether the inanga developed any further when it reached the sea lie was unable to say.

The committee of the School War Memorial met at the Education room last night, Mr W. 11. Shannon being in tfie chair. The Hon. Treasurer (Mr Secheek) reported as to the funds in hand and money in sight, estimated to appropriate C 230. It was resolved to communicate with several ex-sol- , dial’s who have not yet subscribed, and j to invite contributions generally from, tbe townspeople. It was decided also | to get into touch with West Coaster j Associations at Christchurch. W'el- , lington and New Plymouth so as to i notify ex-scholars in those districts ot tlie local movement, and invite their financial support. Several substantial donations from ex-scholars in .-various parts of New Zealand were received, and it was lesolved to acknowledge same with thanks. Several accounts weie passed for payment and tbe liioetitiL adjourned sine die. One of tbe best-known Public Works Department officials on the Coast. Mr W. J. Reynolds, last week retired on superannuation, lie was entertained by the local staff of the Department and a number of lrieiids on tbe occasion. Mr Reynolds, who has . been thirty years in the Department’s service,'was tbe recipient of several pro seats, for which Iris fellow officers throughout the Public Works dist-i ice Karnmea to Wailio, and Otiro —sn->-scribed. After numerous speeches bad been made testifying to the guest’s ability and personal character, and ierailing early associations with him, -Mr Gillies, Resident Engineer, on .behalf of those present, and of many friends who were unavoidably absent, presented Mr Reynolds with two travelling bags and a solid silver fountain-pen. '('lie evening’s toasts were interspersed with songs by Messrs Gillies, It. . 1 L , Richmond, P. J. Fennell, and O. Fennell, and a recitation by Mr Mr Rothwell. Tbe gathering ended with t,he ( singing of “Auld Lang Syne. ; Keep “ NAZOL ” bandy in your office, shop or home. A few drops or whiffs will prevent coughs and colds. 60 doses 1» 6d.

At the Town Hall, Itiimi, j commencing at 7.''ld o’clock shaip, • juvenile dance will be bold nndci t auspices of tbe Pirates Football Club. Good music, and supper provided Admission, children (id, adults Is. Amt. Heefton Jocltey Club empowered its Committee to arrange a programme for tbe mid-summer meeting with stakes totalling £2,000, which is an increase of £270 over last year.

Constable 11. Fryer, Ahaura, has tieen promoted as sergeant, and transferred to Greymoutb. Constable Smyth, of Christeliurh, who is a native of tbe West Coast, will replace linn at Ahaura. Harley and Co., I.td. of Greymoutb notify they have a great show of luruisliiiig materials of every description; furnishings that will give an attra--tive appearance to your home, and give good wear and satisfaction. The Grey “Argus” saysTbe Borough Council water supply excelled it self yesterday morning. A local citizen drew the attention of an “Argus reporter to a glass-ltd of muddy, yellowish fluid, masquerading as pure water. On being allowed to stand toi a. time it precipitated a layer of mini. Tbe following will represent Cadet* aoainst State School to-morrow at ff| p m. —McDonald. Myers. Groiil,kv. Diiiiean, Haile, Keid, Cameron, Sliaw Dock, Greaney, Haussinann, Gibbons, W'ogan, Dale l.oek. Emergencies, Palmer. Paine. Gilooly. Scott, Stevenson.

Tbe euchre tournament and dance in aid of kite children’s doll ri.mpotition takes place at St " rooms to-morrow (Wednesday) t 11., um! judging from the ready salt oftickets a large gathering is assuictl. The prizes again offered are valuable om .s Good music lias been secured for the dance, and a plentiful supper provided. Admission Is.—AilU. Thursday Night! At-AH Saints Sunday School, the Girls Hcarthhie CL> i Entertainment, in aid of the Church Building fund takes place. An atuvetive programme has lteeit arranged consisting of iita"v musical items ami tableaux, and also a dialogue. Ihe entertainment begins at S !>•■"• SMI I >I Advt. To-morrow (Wednesday) afternoon ;md evening, the annual Presbyterian .spring (lower show and sale of work takes" place in St. Andrews Hall. l‘«r several days pa-st there has been a very iin,. display of stmic of the handiwork of the lady supporters, which gt'cs promise of a very line assortment of u lul a.tides of every description. Tim display of spring llowcrs is always an attractive one and promises again 1., please patrons. The nimble sixpence is the nominal charge for admissi<m.

The Westport (Jolt Club’s MenV Chnnipionsliip rosulte<l in l 4 siir hunting Crnuriis <> up ond 4 to piny. Crouchs started off by winning the first two holes, but at the end of t.ho first l,mo Fail was three up. There "as no alteration at. the end <>t 1* boles. I 1 air bcino still ,’l up. At the -7ill hole fair was li up and this lead lie maintained to the finish, winning as above. 1 >'< scoring was excellent, considering tin weather conditions, Fair doing 13. and 41. while Croudis was -17, -hi at; 43 for the three complete rounds Ibis makes the sixth occasion on which I; ait has won the Westport Championship.

The Prcsbvtei inn Spring Flower Show ami Sale of Work opens in S Andrew’s Hall at 2.30 to-morrow, and again at 7'p.m.Mr Bradbury s great exhibition of daffodils and narcissi will be on view, and will alone he woitli tlu small sum charged for admission. Hie ladies’ display of fancy and plain needle work has been already much admired, and judging from past experience will he rapidly disposed of. Huh is a great supply of the finest home made cake, jams, and pickles, bes E ■ other produce of excellent quality. With the usual attractions toi vounger. and tea and relreslimen Is everybody, a very busy allernoon and evening is anticipated.

We regret to record the death »' H |' ( old ami highly respected resident o Ross, in tin* person -I Mr Martin, whirl, took lilaci* ,vesU*id<> afternoon about two o r.ork at t- i Peonies Home, Kumaia. IHe incensed was * native ol l.omlondei i>. Ireland, and had reaehe.l the advanced arc of S»1 vears. He came to New /calami in the early days and tor '> fifty vears had been living in Ko*. tm-'t,' following the occupation of . baker and miner till old ago crept on him. The deceased hist his wale some eight vears ago. He leaves a lam.ly o. four, two daughters (Mrs Mark . Cartliv of Wellington, and Mrs " • Ski lie'll of Pahiatna) and two sons i John of Waitaha, and James ol lh.oc Mile). The funeral is taking b e to Ross cemetery to-morrow at tit noon.

The death took place this morning about 10 o’clock after a long illness of Mrs Jane Williams, relict ol the late Hilliard Williams which took place a the residence Sale Street. The deceased was 09 years of age and a native of jSI, Just. Cornwall. England. She wats married twice, her first hushaml being the. late Mr Emanuel lhiwdcu, of K ,nara where her family were reared. Her late husband,-Mr Richard Williams died some vears ago. Deceased leaves a grown up family of five, one son (Mr Emanuel lhiwdeu), and four daughters '(Mrs Kennedy, Mrs G. Delbr.dge. Misses Ann and Susie liswdenl. all ol Hokiuika. The family will have the deepest sympathy of a. wide circle of friends. The funeral will take place on Thursday afternoon. "Leave it to “NO-*' '•nundry Help and save clothes, time, and temper on washing day.”—Advt.

Correct corsets for fashionable costumes, just in a shipment ol Britain s liest glove titling rustless C.H. corsets. V style for every figure, comfortable to wear, absolutely <*orreet in stylo. Stilish dressers should inspect the new model corsets now showing at nod Co., the leading drapers, Hokitika anil Grey mouth. —Ailvt.