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Hokitika Guardian, 17 December 1921, Page 2

Entries for tho special ’Xmas stock solo at Arahura appear in this issue. A notification by Air F. Turley, Secretary of the Westinml Timber Workers Union, to workers at Hokitika appears in tiffs issue.

It is notified that the Banks will observe the following Christmas and New Year holidays. Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday. December 26th., 27th ami 28th., 1921, and Monday and Tuesday, January 2nd and 3rd, 1922.

The Chief Postmaner advised Unit tlie Boss to Waiho mail coach was miiiblc* to leave Kos.s to-tlay, owing to tlie Little Waitaha river being in heavy Hood. Also that the coach was unable to leave Waiho for Ross to-day owing to floods.

For the Kanieri State School Concert orr Monday evening in the Public Hall Kanieri, a capital programme will he submitted, including a number of items by the school children. For the ball to follow, music will be supplied by Air Lawn. Clements car will leave tlie Clock Toner on Monday evening at 7.-10 p.m. for Kanieri.

In connection with the rat crusade a speaker at the County Council meeting early in the week mention that open linn in the town since October Ist., had a tally of -19 rats trapped and killed on their premises to date, besides a regular poisoning campaign against the rodents which was also very effective

Useful Xmas presents procurable at Addisons;—Trayeloths, runners, duchess sets, d’oylcys, cushion covers, damask cloths and serviettes in great variety; also a fine range of hearth rugs, sofa rugs, squares, slip mats and runners.—Advt.

Early in tho new year—-about February—a start is to be made with tho building of the new memorial church, which is to replace the present All Saints’ Church. The first step will lie to remove the existing Sunday School, ■for which a tender is being let. Portion of the site at present occupied by the school is required for the new church building. The eoniplcted church will ho a very ornate edifice, hut it is to he erected in sections as the funds are in hand. With the money in hand and in sight it is hoped to go on with tho building of the nave, constituting the principal section of the structure. The main entrance to the new church will he from Stafford Street.

Westport Boxing Association made inquiries from Frank O’Neill, of Rulianga, regarding a match with Preston for Boxing Night, taking the place of Hannah, who, by doctor’s orders was unable to keep the engagement at Westport. O’Neill stipulated catch weights, so the Westport Association decided to look elsewhere and has now matched Pat Gleeson, an Australian boxer with a long record of of wins, against Preston. Gleeson is to meet Dwyer at Auckland on Saturday. Dwyer gained a twelve-iron nd decision over Hannah last Saturday.

There was a pitiful scene in the Auckland police court, when u very young, frail-looking woman, attired in black, faced the magistrate on a charge

of having attempted suicide. It was a sad story, listening to the telling of which the unfortunate young woman collapsed and fell heavily to the floor whilst her little child screamed in terror and her women relatives buret into weeping. She was hurriedly lifted up and removed into the open air, and the magistrate immediately declared the woman to he “convicted and discharged.” Her story was that the accused and her husband both contracted influenza. Tlie man died, and though the wife recovered, she was terribly depressed by her loss and took poisoa.

Wanted known. Whatever you do ■' don’t fail to see the attractive assortment of men’s and hoys’ apparel at tho ’ "11. B.” You will find the most suitable Xmas gifts amongst our new sea- : sou’s goods. Of course we cannot help ! always going to the two extremes with our goods. Namely, in giving the ■ highest quality at lowest prices. Investigate! compare! and see the truth in what we say. N.Z. Clothing Factory.— ‘ Adtv.

In connection with St Mary’s Bazaar a fine display of needlework, painting etc., will bo on view this afternoon and evening in the windows of Mrs T. Heennn, Miss Bonrke, Mr A. Keller and Mr M. McGa.vin

The regular meeting of tho I’regress I .eague will be held in the Town Hall on Tuesday next, 20th inst. when an illustrated lantern lecture will he given by l)r Teichelraann. A hearty invitation is extended to the general public.—Advt

What about this? In the Supreme Hall .this evening a monster dance, the last of the popular Saturday night dances will be hold. In connection with this a valuable prize will lie presented to the holder of the lucky number. A number will be presented to each person on entering and the lucky number will bo announced at II p.m. Good music, popular MX'. Adinsssion ls.—Advt.

The Westland County Council has a notice to County householders to-day stating stringent measures are necessary to exterminate rats and mice. Country residents may obtain poison for rats free at the County Office. There is a special onus on householders to destroy the vermin at this period and any neglect will render offenders liable to prosecution. The precautions are taken for the prevention of plague.

At the Addington stock sales on Wednesday a largo entry of fat pigs, many of which were poorly finished, was submitted to a moderate demand. Prices were on a par with the previous week’s figures. Values were:—Choppers £2 to £4 7s (id, heavy haconers £3 17s (id to £4 ss, light haconers £3 (is to L'3 15s, average price per lb aid to (ltd, heavy porkers £2 15s to £3 ss, light porkers £3 (is to £2 12s (id, average price per lb fijd to Bd. A large entry of store pigs, mostly below medium-sized stores, was forward. Prices were generally weaker. Values were: —Medium stores 30s to 07s, small stores 22s to 295, weaners 7s to 19s.

The number of youtlu registered for training in the senior cadets last year was 11,381; and the number posted to cadet units 9942; the number not posted being 1439. The number liable for posting to the territorial force on reaching ” the age of eighteen was 7911 ; and the number actually posted to territorial force units' 4585; the number not posted thus being 3326. “It will be seen from the above figures (states tlic annual report of the Defence Department) that the present system of training i# not universal, as approximately 40 pot cent of those persons registered under the Defence Act receive no training, whatever in the territorial force.” The f< Hewing are the reasons given for* non-posting in the case of senior c flats . ~-Exempted on grounds of undue hardship, 3; placed on non-effective list owing to residence being more than one hour’s journey from an establish 4 c iill centre, 2590; medically unfit, ; unfit for current year 211 : retained as non-com-missioned officers v it.n scrior cadets 196; total 332®.

Some statements acre made recently in correspondence to the Government to the effect that painters claimed the English birush to be |much more durable than th- hcn'K-manufac-tured article, and that it possessed the valuable advantage of picking up more paint at a din and could do, therefore, better and quicker work. These allegations were brought before tlie Minister in charge of the Department of Industries and Con mcreo, and as one of the fundi >is of til' l department is to investigate such complaints, the allegations agiu.t Hi* New /ea land-made brush were thoroughly inquired into. The dc-pr: intent- reports having conducted its investigations on the lines of comparing the best quality only, as in paint brushes in particular quality is tlio main factor. The evidence collected entirely refuted the suggestion of inferiority applied to the New Zealand-made brush. It was found that it is made from exactly the since bristles as an English brush, and in many eases the workers are experienced tradesmen from English factories The opinions of representative master painters and of the Master Painters’ Federation went to show that tlie locally made article was very satisfactory indeed. Oil and colour merchants and vendors of brushware •upported this view, and one firm doing a ici v big business in this line stated that in seven years it had received only three complaints concerning tlie New Zealand brush.

Xmas presents at Addisons: —I.allies lI.S. and embroidered handkerchiefs in boxes of \ and .1 dozens at 2s (id, 2s lid, 3s (id for f dozen, 6s (id to 15s (id for .1 dozen. Soaps, perfumes and powders, handkerchief satchets from 2s 6d to 12s (id each, dainty camisoles from 5s (id, kid gloves in white, tan, black; also washing suede 13s (id pair, f.isle gloves in tine quality, all shades, feather boas, lace and art silk scarves, and a host of other suitable lines.—Advt.

it is not everyday the general public has an opportunity of liuving their clothing at warehouse prices. A visit to Keller’s sample rooms will convince our leaders that they can save money by inlying from Glusson and Co. Boys’ and men’s ready to wear suits, men s mercery, ladies’ blouses and frocks, tweed costumes from 69s (3d. As stocks are limited an early visit is recommended.—Advt. At Xmas time there is nothing a man appreciates more than a useful, serviceable and yet attractive gift. "H.B-’s” is the place for these. Here’s some suggestions. Silk initial handkerchiefs, 5s (id, plain -i“; 4s (id, initial mercerised handker. i.ie. . is lid, fancy sox 3s lid, -is (id, 5s lid, fancy collar boxes 7s (id, 8s (id, latest handkerchief ties from 2s (id upwards, exoelda handkerchiefs Is (id, fancy shirts 8s (id to 17s (id, braces, collars, felt hats, etc., etc. at the N.Z. Clothing Factory.— Advt. Are you sure you are getting tiie best possible value in the Tea you are now buying? If you arc' not, buy a pound of Nelson Monte’s at the same money as you pay for your Tea, try one against the other and we feel confident you will decide in favour of Nelson Moate’s. Prices 3/-, 3/2, and 3 6 per lb.—Advt. Good for young and old is SIIA Ri.'XTVS FTiDID MAGNESIA. Guaranteed highest strength, purest quality and best value. Recommended by the medical pro feesion.—WOLFE’S SCHNAPPS.

Messrs W. Jeffries and Co will hold an important auction sale of valuable furniture and effects in the mart on Wednesday afternoon at 2.30 p.m. to be followed half’ an hour later with five Allen motor ears. Fuller particulars appear in another column. The long looked for Grand Bazaaropens on Thursday next at 3 p.m. at the Drill Shed. This promises to be the attraction of the year and a very fine array of goods of every description will be made. Watch for fuller particulars appearing next week. Messrs M. Houston and Co will sell by public auction on Tuesday next at 2.30 p.m. in the estate of the late Antonio Pianta, on the premises Beach Street freehold section containing 5.68 perches with two roomed lint thereon and also a quantity of furniture and effects. Preston’s Xmas Cakes are now on view in both shops, Revell Street, Telephone 98; Gibson’,s Quay, Telephone 79 Order your iced one early.-- Advt. . When you are ordering your ’Xmas cakes don’t forget to try Laughtons. Every cake guaranteed; nothing but the finest materials used, no egg or butfor substitutes. Iced cakes Is 8d per lb., light and dark cakes Is 5d per lb., for cash.—Advt. Monday night! Monday night! Final cut-lire and dance of the season at St Alary’s Club looms. Grand presentation of aggregate prizes. Dainty supper ; excellent floor; exquisite music. Admission Is.—Advt.

Horses engaged for the Hokitika Christmas race meeting are ariiving already To-dav Jiorses from Gisborne, Blenheim and South Westland arrived to fulfill engagements at the meeting including the following:—Sandy McDonald, ltedsome, Cheer-Up, Black Night, Sunbath and Lady Middleton. Notwithstanding notices posted on Kanieri bridge prohibited vehicles use the crossing from time to time. A flagrant case was reported this week, when a loaded lorry was crossed, considerably straining the bridge which is now under repair. Such thoughtless action as in this case renders the bridge liable to he closed to all traffic. This would he an unfair penalty to put upon the .unoffending public, and it is hoped those prone to offend will take warning, and not further endanger the bridge °or the public convenience, by reckless action in crossing the bridge with excessive loads while the structure is in its present condition. . The “Argus” .records the death of a well known Greyinouth identity in the person of Mi) John Leak, who passed away yesterday afternoon at lus residence, Boundary Lane, at the age of 68 years. Deceased, who was a, native of England, had had formerly been a seafarer, was for a long time in business hero as a greengrocer and fruiterer in Tninui Street and his stentorian voice was for long familiar to householders. He was a keen sport follower ,and a- man of genial disposition. He retired From business some little time ago and) latterly had been working in the Railway wharf goods sheds. He leaves a wife who will have the sympathy of many friends in her bereavement. Eveiything bright an d new, with some very fine specialties just opened up make the A and A Stores a most attractive shop to visit. l*or the special festive season, there is a finb window display of English fancy china and glassware that will delight and please, making dainty Xmas presents. Inside the well stocked shop there lias just been opened out a choice range of Heinz’s high class American condiments. Also new season’s almonds, Brazil and hazel nuts, figs, prunes and dates of a beautiful quality. A full range of canned fruits, confectionery, honev, eggs, new potatoes, and hams are showing. With prompt attention given by a. capable and efficient staff, ■ patrons will find it a double pleasure to visit these up-to-date stores, where quality and price both appeal. ; 1 Xmas presents for men at Addisons:' Braces 2s 6d, 3s (id to 5s (id pair, bordered or plain ,handkerchiefs 9d, Is, Is 3d, Is fid each, shirts with hands or collars from 8s lid, plain and fancy sox, ties in knitted and wide end, succie and elastic belts, pyjamas from 13s (id, soft collars, suit cases and travelling rugs, etc.—-Advt. j This Christmas we are again to the fore with best value in men’s and boys’ suits' hate and ties, now at lower prices. Choice lot of carpet runners from 4s 6d ■ upwards, carpet squares linoleums, ' hearth rugs and curtains can also he > found at Schroders. Trimmed hate and ready to wears, the best selection at reduced prices. Inspection cordially invited.—Advt. “NO-RUBBING laundry help remains mi extraordinary animating force in the domestic life of the Dominion; also “Golden Rule Soap.”— Advt. j