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Hokitika Guardian, 11 February 1922, Page 2

Th e Registrar of Canterbury College notifies instruction in forestry will be provided at the College.

In connection with the Wataroa-Wai-tangi race meeting on February 23rd. Mr J. Butler has donated a very handsome cup to be presented to the winner of the Wataroa Handicap.

Residents of Wataroa anticipate a big meeting on the 23rd. Almost every day local sports are on the training track. The Committee are making very thorough arrangements; and patrons may rely on all their requirements being attended to on the course.

For the month of January the Blackwater Mines, Ltd., crushed 2909 tons of -stone for a yield of 1187 fine, ozs of gold; value £5637, working expenses, £4506, capital and development £670, working profit £ll3l, not profit £461! The gold is estimated at £-1 15s per fine ounce.

Although the police have the matter under observation, no fresh developments have been revealed in connection with the recent shooting affray at Kaiata. It is believed that, although several pea rifle cartridges were discharged, the affair may eventually develop into something in the nature of a practical joke. A prosecution may follow as a result of the police efforts. —“Argus.”

He was drunk-the tone and thickness of 1 1 is voice showed this and he must have keen a waster, or otherwise he would not have given: Voice to such an insulting question to ou,- distinguished visitor, when, while General Sir Andrew Russell was speaking at the Town Hall last evening, the assemblage was shocked to hear an interjector from the back of the hal] call out—“ What did you do at the great war?” In the momentary hush that followed, the General promptly rapped out an answer—“lt is easily seen the gentleman was not there or he would know.” The I storm of applause that followed the re- | ply must have at once shown the visitor that those prosent approved his reply and also marked their strong disapproval of the interjection. Ford Cars lead the way as usual. Prices are down and within the reach of all. Minimum prices,, Runabout, £213; Touring, £225, any color, other than black £5 extra, all f.o.b. Wellington. We sell Fords only and genuine Ford parts. Beware of imitations.— Mark Sprot and Co., Ford West Coast Dealers, Greymouth.—Advt. Try SH A R LAND’S FLUID MAGNFSIA and you’ll always buy SOARLAND’S. Fresher and more economical than imported Magnesia,

The Public Trustee inserts a notice in this issue in the estate of the late Mrs Bridget Roberts of Ross. The train usually leaving Hokitika fo4 Ross, on Wednesday next at 2.15 p.m. will not leave until 5.40 p.m.

In connection with the Hari Hari Races on Saturday February 25th the Hari Hari Handicap of li miles, in addition to the prize money of £4O is endowed with a handsome cup for the winner, presented by Mr John Butler of Wataroa.

What might have been another serious drowning accident occurred the other evening* when two Greymduth men were trying their hands at sculling. All went well until Preston Road was reached, when the boat capsized, throwing them into the water. They are none the worse for their wetting, although they lost several personal assets. —“Argus.’

The revival of cycling races on Cass Square has received the hearty approval of the general public, judging from the very large crowd that gathered last evening at 7 o’clock to witness tile race for lads under 18 years of age over a two miles course that had been arranged by the newly formed Cycling Club. Tlie race resulted:—R. Haussrnann 1, D. Adamson 2, W. Gooch 3. There were nine starters. Adamson led for most of the distance, until the last half-lap when Haussmann passed him with a fine spurt, and ran home an easy winner by over 20 lengths.

A prohibition meeting, particulars of which can be seen by referring to our advertising columns today will be held in the Plresbjyterian Hull The Alli-ex-M.P., and a returned sodierSHRDL ance lecturer Captain Hawkins is an ex-M.P., and a'returned soldier and is reputed to be an incisive forceful speaker and one of the most effective platform men the Alliance has ever had on its staff. Captain Hawkins is nig to be the preached at the local Methodist Church to-morrow evening, when his subject will be “The Church and the Liquor Traffic.”

Advice lias been received that the Hon J. G. Coates, Minister of Public Works and Postmaster-General, is to make a complete tour of the West Coast of this Island, starting from Nelson down to Jackson Bay. Mr i Coates and his party, which it is ex- J pected will include Mr Furkert, tho j Engineer-in-Chief, will leave Wellington , for Nelson about 27th February. From Nelson the party will travel via Motueka to Karamea, and thence to Westport. From Westport the party will move to Greymouth via .Barrytown. Leaving Greymouth by rail u visit is to 1m? paid by rail to Qtira, and from thence by road to Hokitika. From Hokitika the Minister will visit Lake Kanieri, then on to Waitaha Settlement, and from thence to Hari Hari. Tlie next day will be devoted to Wataroa, Okarito and Waihc Gorge. South { of there, horses will be used, and tlie journey will be made by stages to Jackson Bay, and from thence across the l-Tnust Pass to Otago. It is a good round journey, but an eminently necessary one for the Minister to see the hack country.

Bring down the cost of living. You have it in your own hands. Refuse to buy t|oods at Jiigh prices. Transfer your custom to McGruer’s, the leading spot cash drapers, the firm that brought the drapery prices down. Now on, great summer sale, wonderful bargains in every department. Pay a visit early to McGruer and Co., Hokitika and Greymouth.—Advt.

FIRES quickly extinguished if you have “UNDERWRITERS” Fire Extinguishers on premises. Country districts particularly need such. Always ready for use. Always deadly effective. Chemical smothers flames. Manning Machinery Co., 5 Bedford Row, Christchurch.

Progressive people are everywhere using “NO-RUBBING” Laundry Help. It makes such a difference on washing day.