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Hokitika Guardian, 5 December 1921, Page 2

! Ilorseowncrs and others interested ' are again reminded that nominations 1 for all events at the Christmas meeting of the Westland Racing Club close on 1 next Wednesday evening, the 7tli inst, at 9 o’clock. The programme appears in this issue.

The town bore quite a busy appearance oil Saturday evening, quite a large number of people parading Revell St. oil business bent. The shops are generally making an attractive display of Christmas goods. The painters have been busy during the last few weeks and the general appearance of tho street is considerably enhanced thereby.

There was a fair attendance on the local Howling Green on Saturday after- . noon. Tin, green is now much improved as a result of the line weather, i There will lie play each evening and all iimtiiliors are requested bo put in as imicli practice as possible in view of next Saturday's match at Greymouth. Afternoon tea. was kindly arranged on Saturday afternoon bv Mcsdaines Wells and Ward. j

Dm- of the incidents not on the official programme of the Vice-Hgeal visit j t" l.'-vin occurred a* Yisvounl and j La ly Jellicoe vcic leaving the Ceil-j ury Hall, after llieir visit to the 11-.uei- show. A -vimill boy, who hail been deggiug tin- footsteps of the fa-. m-o|- Admiral. -topped boldly up to ID- Exrell'-iiry. and said, "Hello, j ib-vcrn-u!" Not taken tlu- least by j mpi i--'. Dm Governor-General inSiauih replied, "Hello. Jimmy,” anil, shook the little fellow by the blind. | West Coast orchards are suffering from the depredations of the lisboye. ; a diminutive but voracious bird, which

lias caused practically total destruction in Mr Harper's orchard at Tolara Elat, l’li \ iou-Jy the tiers have home pm finely. Init this year Mr llat|>or will consider himself lucky if lie can get a case of fruit altogether. The lisheyo h;»s do no infinitely more damage on this occasion. It is not the first timo it has made its presence lelt. Mr Harper says that last year it took very small pears only, lint this year it lias also taken the large ones, and eventually went through the orchard, destroying berries, plums, apples and other fruit.

All accident occurred in the Otira . Tunnel at 3 o’clock on Thursday afternoon. resulting in Joseph Anderson, fifty-six years ol age, sustaining a biullv crushed foot. Hails and sleepeis were being trucked into the tunnel from |

the Arthur’s Hass end and Anderson was sitting on the end ot one ot the

trucks wlii*n tin l truck in trout became derailed, us the result of a broken tisli j pinto. The two truck?, became butter • locked nml Anderson’s foot was caught between the butters and badly crushed. ||e was attended to bv l)r (libson, who ordered his removal to Christehurcli Word was sent to Christchurch lor a special train to meet a special from Arthur’s l’ass at Kprinotteld. The special train arrived back in ( brist- , hurch at 11.10 p.m. and Anderson was at once conveyed to the Public llos- , jiital. The injured man is married, with .two child ten. lie has been employed at the tunnel practically since it was commenced. I

Tlu- funeral ol the late Mr David Hunter, of Gibson Quay, took pk'ce vesterdav afternoon, and was attended by friends from all parts ol the district, th,. cortege being one of the largest lor same time past. The members of the Mu sonic and Druid’s Lodges attended in full strength, and made an imposing display of membership. 'I lie service of the Anglican Church was conducted at. All Saints, and at. llio graveside by the Rev. A. C. I’urehas. while the Masonic service was read by the \\ .51. llro 1-rank ( Oliver, and that of the Druids Order by the District President Itro Grew A very large number oi floral emblems were laid on the grave trom sorrowing friends, including one each from till- Westland Trotting Chib, the Masimie Lodge and Druid’s Lodge, while half a dozen came from friends and relatives in Christchurch where tho diseased formerlv resided.

"Nothing smarter or more exclusive in Frocks. Costumes and Blouses has been shown in Hokitika at such low prices,” remarked a lady on viewing the display now being made by (1 lessen and Co., at Keller’s Sample Rooms. This well-known Christchurch firm are noted for value, and certainly the choice frocks and costumes in flannel, gabardine and serge are well worth inspection. Ladies who have planned to have something smart for the holidays simply cannot afford to pass the prices uver. Men will also find themselves well catered for in all filings needed at equally low prices. At the request of number of tlieic country clients the firm have decided to extend their visit till Saturday. Dm-emlx-r 17 th.—Advt. Schroder and Co. announce the arrival of a specially choice shipment " f Spring Millinerv nt very reasonable prices -opening out for Sa tun lav nig Advt.

Tested in thousands of kitchens, SHAH LAND’S Halting Powder lias never failed to rise. Costs less than others—worth more. WOLFE’S SCHNAPPS, vastly superior to all other stimulants Now that spring cleaning is the ord-i* of the day, we would draw your attention to our new stock of linoleum carpet runners, hearth rugs, squares and bangings. These are decidedly well

worth your inspection at Schroder ai d Co’s.—Advt

Rallantyitos, Christchurch, invite patrons to write for a copy of their guide to Christinas shopping.

Addisons offer "Timely Suggestions,” being suitable lines for this month, and would appreciate a visit to their showroom. If your requirements art? nt't on view, ask any Ot their assistants who will be pleased to show* you any article from their large and varied stocks. Advt.

Prior to bis departuro from Gore, wliero he filled the position of clerk of the court, on transfer to Hokitika, Mr W. M. Will was the- recipient of a number of presentations in recognition of the services which lie bad rendered, of the courtesy he had displayed, and of the |H?rsonal qnnliti«k In- had exhibited.

■Oil next Thursday night there will bo a social evening and dance in the Public Hall. Kanieri. The proceeds arc in air of St. Mary’* Bazaar and all arrangements have been made to cater for a big crowd. Also there is to be another of those popular waltzing competitions--which are. so popular. . The winners receive a handsome prize.

At :i meeting of the Sea view subsection P.S.A. the following aesolutiou was passed unanimously : —(a) That we, the Seaview sub-section Committee, representing the whole Nursing a*nd Public Works staff employed in thu Hokitika Mental Hospital, strongly oppose any suggested decrease in salaries, at | the present cost of living, and -would t n-ganj such as a deliberate! breach of 1 faith on the part of the Government; Di) That as owing to misunderstanding and ignorance, our position has been misrepresented in the press, we demand that the Economy Commission's Report he published without delay ; and (e) That copies of this resolution lie forwarded to the press and to the member for the district. j I All the host cooks say SHARj LAND’S is the best linking Powder. It is cheapest, too. Ask your grocer. Fast drawing to a close. Groat summer sale, special bargains for Saturday, Nov. 19th. and following days. See big price list circulating through this newspaper Friday, and if°unabl© to atI tend sit down and write for your requirements. all goods are poßt free. : Don’t lot this great opportunity of i buying your now summer and ’Xmas j goods at sale prices sl>p by. We keep j faith with tlie public. Our sales are sincere and genuine. McGrwer and Co. Cosh Drapers, Hokiffltn and Greymouth.—Advt. j Try SHARLAND’S FLUID MAG- ) NESIA and you’ll always buy SllAßi LAND’S. Fresher and more economical than imported Magnesia, j AYOLFE’S SCHNAPPS I Is an effective health preservative. I No more grinding oi teeth with I WADE’S WORM FIGS.