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Hokitika Guardian, 11 January 1922, Page 2

A summoned meeting of the U.A.O.D. Lodge is called for Thursday evening. The death took place in the Westland Hospital on Friday night of Mr James McLeod, of Stockton. Deceased was married, 40 years of age, and a recent arrival from Scotland. The “Argus” says last night’s heavy downpour flooded some of the lowlying parts of the town, and some premises were under water about 10 p.m., people finding difficulty in crossing the streets without going knee-deep in the water that had collected too quickly to find an outlet. Recommended bv the medical pro fession.-WOLFE’S SCHNAPPS.

The howling match for the Reynolds Badges, between Hokitika and Grey Clubs, postponed before the holidays, owing to the rain on two occasions, will take, place at Greymouth on Saturday afternoon next, weather permitting.' The Innngahua “Times” referring to . the first day’s racing at Reefton on Saturday stated that Starter Rutland > was in good form, at the barrier, his j despatches being good 1 and in some I cases veiy clever indeed.

j Mr H. A. Thompson, contractor for ! the Westland War Memorial has been advised from D. W. Custer works at , Carrara, Italy, that the cenotaph was I forwarded the first week in November , to be shipped by the s.s. “Pallenzo’ to ! Sydney for transhipment to New Zealand. Mr Custer adds that the canopy is a beautiful piece of work’ "and will ; give great pleasure to all who see it.

j It was officially announced (stales a j Wellington Press Association message) ! that three of the four men suspended in connexion with the alleged divul-

gcnce of information regarding a cablegram concerning the Springbok v. Maori football match at Napier, had l>een fined £lO each for a breach of the regulations by exhibiting information to fellow-officers. These three have been reinstated, hut the fourth man is still under suspension {lending further advice.

At the final performance of the opera “The Country Girl,” to-night at tho Princess Theatre, Miss Helen Gard’ner will take the role of ‘'‘Nan.” The lady lias now fully recovered from the indisposition that prevented her taking part in the opera at Greymouth and her appearance in the role will be welcomed by many admirers of the talented actress, who won tin* appreciation of local theatre goers a year ago, and who was so warmly welcomed last evening when she appeared in two introduced numbers.

Man is usually satisfied when lie buys a shirt that takes his fancy, hut when he secures better quality than he expected for his money then his gratification is two-fold. These are the shirt values ‘ H.B.’s” are showing to-day:— Striped neglige shirts,(guaranteed fast stripes) 8s 6d, 9s 6d, 9s lid, 10s 6d, 12s Od, striped and white with collars attached 10s 6d at the N.Z. Clothing Factory.—Advt.

Something in the way of a record was established at tho West Coast and Grey Caledonian Sports gatherings held during the holidays. At the two meetings Miss Melba Gibbons of this town, who is but 12 years of age, was successful in annexing no less than 13 trophies, the events being for girls under 18 years. The following are the events won :—Highland Fling, a lirst and second; Sean Truibhois, two Ists; Sword Dance, a tie fer first, and a second; Highland Reel, a Ist and a 2nd; Hornpipe, Ist; Reel O Tulloch, 2nd; Irish Jig, a Ist and a 2nd: best, dress, 2nd. At Greymouth, in the hoys’ section, Master Les Gibbons secured 91 points out of a possible 100 in the Irish Jig, this being the, highest points awarded during the two meetings.

We are making a ppecial showing of bedroom suites of reliable quality at quite low prices. You will he w.iconic to inspect them at any time without being bothered to buy, and we think their tasteful styles and good value will appeal to you. Our spare bedroom suite, comprising wardrobe w ith leadlight, duchesse chest witii bevel mirror, bedroom pedestal and double size wooden bedstead is supplied, oelivered at Hokitika for £l6 10s. All our furniture is made in our own factory and we guarantee our workmanship. Correspondence is invited and quotations given for any furniture and furnishings. Harley and Coy., l>td., complete house furnishers, Greymouth. —Advt.

Man works all the better when he knows lie is wearing strong reliable working gear. He’s safe if its ‘TI.B. brand. Holeproof trousers 14s 6d, strong denims 8s lid, 9s lid, tweed trousers IDs ltd to 312 s Od, \\oikillg shirts 7s lid, woollen sox Is lid, strong shooters 23s 6d, and 26s 6d at the N.Z. Clothing Factory.—Advt.

Before closing their sample room at Keller’s on Saturday, January 14th., Messrs Glasson and Co. of Christchurch desire to convey their appreciation to their many friends in Hokitika and district for the splendid support accorded them during the time the sample room has been opened. The remaining stock is heavilv reduced to effect a disposal before Saturday next. Among the items are limited quantities of Jap silk blouses at Us 9d, crepe-de-chine jumpers 19s 6d, crepe-de-chine .blouses 255, white voile blouses 5s lid, garbuidine frocks 84s, as well as many other oddments equally low in price which must go to save repacking. All communications to the firm's warehouse, Wardell’s Buildings, Cashel Street. Christchurch will be as usual promptly attended to. The above goods cannot be sold at the low prices marked after this week.—Advt.

When you ask for SHARLAND’S FLUID MAGNESIA don’t take anything “just as good,” but get SHARLAND’S. Best that money can buy.

The new Xmas Presents and holiday wearing apparel has arrived, this season our stocks are larger, and the variety of goods greater. A very attactive display awaits you in every department. Our Millinery and ladies wearing apparel 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.—McGruer and Co., for low prices, Hokitika and Greymouth.—Advt.