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Hokitika Guardian, 20 December 1921, Page 2

Barliuinent is expected to adjourn on Friday and will assemble again about tho 10th. Jaiiuarv.

Mr C Pfahlert of the Kanieri Bakery, specialises in his bread supply, and guarantees tho quality thereof. Regular deliveries nro made to all parts of the district.

Mr \Y. Houston dairyman at Woodlands farm, South Hokitika, notifies that he is prepared from Ist January to supply milk from bis well-known farm at sixpence per quart.

I he regular quarterly meeting of the Progress league takes place this (Tuesday) evening at 8 o’clock at the Town Hall. I)r Teichelmann will give an illustrated lantern lecture. Everybody welcome.—Advt.

Acceptances for tho Hokitika races, close with tho Secretary at 10 o’clock to-morrow evening. There will be a committee meeting at 9 o’clock at the Club room, Hamilton Street where acceptances will bo received.

Messrs W. Jeffries and Co., will sell bv auction in the mart to-morrow at 2.30 p.m. a quantity of furniture, bicycle, etc., and half an hour later three Allen motor cars absolutely new, and just landed. Particulars appear in another column.

At the Town Hall to-night, finder the auspices of the Westland Progress League, I)r Teichelmann will give ; illustrated travel lecture which "is sure to be of great interest and instruction to all who are fortunate enough to be present

A Xmas hint! To accomplish man’s desire give him some “H. 8.” article for a Xmas gift. Men know right well it its “H. 8.” its good.—Advt.

Christmas hookings on the ferry steamers arc proceeding apace is-ivs the Wellington “Post”), ami already practically all the berths on steamers leaving Wellington within the three days before Chiistmas are engaged. It is not anticipated, however, that this season will see any fresh records established in the matter of holiday traffic

I- TV “Pahiatua Herald” says:—lt’s y iH-H'iiul that blows nobody good. ■- The vendors of peppermint sweets are e dome a brisk business since the price •t of tobacco soared, and it is stated t l, at peppermint has a soothing infiueuce on 11 the yearning for a smoke, and conse;s quently renders the practice of economy <v much easier. o tin* pm-nutiomirv measures U v - • icli the Auckland city authorities are • tllian K nt tl'f present time to protect „ | Oto community against the plague ; ’"fnace, says the "Star,” is the sys- • ' l ' ,nnt 'c disinfecting of the tiamears, e ,>otl ' at the harn ami in the course of the day’s running. Kvor.v tramear is . disinfected and thoroughly cleansed at t the barn before Koine on the road in _ j the motning, and each time it leaves ’ ilio I'nrn, and throughout ’lie day the, t j cars are disinfected and cleansed at) t j the various termini. j ? j The silver ettp to he presented to the I | " inner of the Westland (‘no at the j ' ] Hokitika race meeting next week, is' ' ' now on view in the window of .Mr \V. • j Williams, Revolt Street. The tronliv is ‘ [ very handsome one, of unique design, | end is subscribed lor by tin* licensed i ’ , victuallers of the town, Mr W. Keller 1 ; having undertaken the collection. The ' eup is the principal race of the meet- ! ing, and will he decided on the second j ' day. With the citp goes a strong tra-J veiling ease suitable for transport. 1 There is a large entry for the event in question, and the race is sure to lie one of great interest. j 1 It is not everyday the general public /has an opportunity of buying their , clothing at warehouse prices. A visit to Keller’s sample rooms will convince our readers that they can save money . by buying from Glasson and Co. Roys’ and men's ready to wear suits, men’s mercery, ladies’ blouses and frocks, j tweed costumes from (sfls 6d. As stocks are limited an early visit is recoin- 1 mended.—Advt. : ( The new Xmas Presents and holiday ( wearing apparel has arrived, this sea- i son our stocks are larger, and the vari- i ety of goods greater. A very attaettve j display awaits you in every department, c Our Millinery and ladies wearing ap- | parel sections are a revelation ot fashions very latest. You can depend on getting the right shade of hosiery and gloves. Toys too, for the kiddies.—Me- ei Gruer and Co., for low prices, Hokitika ® and Greymouth.— Advt. *1 tc WOLFE’S SCHNAPPS. R For colds liot with lemon at bedtjme. ft

North Island mails by the Waliine connected with the West Coast express at Christchurch this morning. It is notified that the Blue Spm road beyond Greenless’ will be closed to vehicle traffic to-morrow (Wednesday) for road repairs.

Xmas is a time of rejoicing. The only worry seems to he what to select for a Xmas gift. Clear up the mystery by giving “II.B.” wearables!—Advt.

Parents and children! Come along to Lloyd’s on Thursday evening and see the Xmas tree laden with dainty gifts for the little ones.

The slip on the Otira Gorge road was sufficiently cleared yesterday to permit of the coaches taking the passengers to and fro, and the express trains ran to time last evening.

The death took place of Mr James Foote Stoddart yesterday at the residence of .Mrs •). Orr, Turumalm Street, Groymouth. Deceased, who was 57 years of age, was a native of Kdinburgh Scotland.

M r Vincent If. Freeth, who has been foi some time advertising manager of the Monawatu Daily Times Cov., Ltd., Palmerston North, has resigned his position in order to join the staff of tile Charles Haines Advertising Agency, Ltd., of Wellington.

.Miss Doreen V. Daly, pupil of the Convent of Mercy, Greymouth, has received advice that she has been successful in passing the Licentiate Qualifying Examination of the Associated Board of the Royal College and Royal Academy of Music, London. Miss Daly secured 118 marks out of a possible loft, and is to he congratulated oil her meritorious success.

The Superintendent of the Greymouth Fire Brigade, Mr T. Clarke, stated at the Fire Board’s meeting last evening, that on the occasion of the recent fire at Henniker’s, in Chapel St., Greymouth, “there was not enough pressure to fill a bucket with water,” when they arrived at the scene of the fire. He said he would judge the height of the house to lie about "0 feet above the level of the town.

The death took place yesterday at Reefton of Mr James Stevenson, a pioneer of the Inangahua District, aged 83 years. He was a native of Paisley (Scotland) and arrived at Dunedin in 1803 and the West Coast 1865. •He had been a continuous resident of the Reefton District for 53 years. As a young man he followed the sea. hut later entered business at Reefton. Ho retired 12 years ago. He was a great mining speculator, and a director of many mining companies, including the ‘•Keep-it-Dark”, and the New liig River, and also of tile Electric Light Company. The late Mr Stevenson was for years the treasurer of the Reefton Jockey Club. He was a keen sport and years ago owned a racehorse. Ho leaves a widow, three daughters and three sons. The daughters are Alesdames Fenton and Mel.ean, of Auckland and Tmieliope, of Melbourne, while the sons are James, farmer, lnangahim Junction; Arthur, Post Office, Reeiton. and William, Dispatch Foundry, Greymouth.

A correspondent writes:—“.Miss l.earmoiit’s art pupils are holding their annual exhibition in Kaniori and the work, when compared with that of former exhibitions, certainly shows' no lessening either in talent or in enthusiasm. Miss Learmont’s genius as a teacher is again strikingly evidenced and her fortunate pupils are assuredly making the most of their exceptional opportunities. The general effect is, this year, greatly enhanced by subject grouping. Among many examples of merit- a few may he taken at random, nut. in the order of merit. Miss C. i Morris lias a charming study in “Hoses" and a fine sea scene showing a gathering storm : Mis- Milliter's "Azaleas” is admirable: .Miss Forsyth

A Hooky Heath,” and “The Altar”— :ui exquisite work ; Miss K. ('hesterman has eclipsed herself in her black and white studies, and Miss X. Cbestcrtnaii’s black and white studies and it picture of a lake armlet are very good; -Mr 11. Wells hits several capital pictures, his Mower work being especially good ; .Master 1". Selby is represented by "A Yacht,” and M. Hutchison by ".V Castle,” and a tray hearing whisky, cigars, etc., is so realistic that several attempts “to see life” on them have actually been made. Mr- West has a very striking picture showing a line of fishing smacks coming into harbour. Among the juniors of promise are C. Wylie, ('. Evans, 11. Yarrall, J. .Milliter, C. McCormack. .). Thorpe and I. Millner. There has been a constant stream of visitors and Miss l.earmont most considerately gave a day lor the pupils of tile schools in the neighbourhood. In the large centres are art galleries to inspire and delight, hut the I Coast is without its gallery. As an inspiration and a source of pleasure I long may Miss l.earmont and her pupils | flourish.”

Grocer: “And some “NO-RUB-BTNO,” Miss—a Is carton?” Young lady: “Sure! can’t do the lanndrv work without it and “Golden Rule” Soap.” —Advt.