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Hokitika Guardian, 26 May 1922, Page 2

To-day is tin* Queen’s Birthday and hunting was flying on flu* Government Buildings to mark the occasion.

.Miss Allen, dreaSYiiakei- and costumier late of Tailored afreet, desires to notify her tnimeroiijrfr'patroiis that she has silicas.—Advt.

.Messrs Rutland and Evans of *' ■ Westland Racing Club lepresented the ( lub to-day at the funeral of the late I'rank Faulkner, held at Greymouth. I'aulkißT was well and favorably known here, having attended tie local race meetings for several years past.

Deputations tire being organised to support the Hospital Board in their equesl to the Hon Minister for Health for increased subsidies to the poorer districts. The lloaid will he supported hv deputations from the local bodies and also from the Westland A. and P. A sneiation. A deputation from the Westland Acclimatisation and Tourist Assochition will wait on the Hon .Minister, also, during his sojourn ill Hokitika.

Showroom items at Addisons:—Ladies’ vests 2s 3d, 2s (id, 3s 3d, 3s lid. Mpecutl line of .lap silk blouses with striped collars 17s (id, ladies black cotton hose Is lid, woollen junipers in assorted styles 15s. camisoles from 3s lid. w iiH-eyetto nightdresses 17s 6(1, 19s (id, woollen gauntlet gloves in grey cream, and fawn at os lid.—Advt.

Great interest, is being centred in the proposal to bold community singing in tho Princess Theatre on King’s Birthday night. The day will ho a statutory holiday and after the football tournament on Cass Square the evening attraction will he the benefit for the hind for the relief of tho blind. The occasion will he a novelty for Hokitikand it promises to he a very enjoyable

Our prices are convincing when combined with our well-known quality. White towels 2s (id. 2s lid pair, coloured 2s lid. 3s (id pair, curtain net 36 t(j 53 inch, wide 2s (id. 2s lid, 3s (id to 5s lid yard, Damask 4s lid, 5s 6d, (is fid, blankets at special cut prices, 72 •inch art serge in brown, marone or green at 10s Cd paid; qlso full stocks of hearth-rugs, carpet squares, slips, mats, runners, linos, etc. Addisons.— AicA’t.

Make tip your mind that this winter you will have all the generous overcoat

luxury your money will command. So So where the good overcoats are and examine them; 10 per cent, reduction of all men’s and hoys' tweed and rainproof coats for 14 days. You can buy } men’s overcoats both in tweed and rninj prixif materials from 5!Xs 6d, all good coats too, nothino shoddy at the N.Z. Clothing Factory. Largest outfitters in the Dominion.—Advt. An inspection of the following will convince you of the quality of goods selling, at Mr \V. Stopforth’s. Boy’s all wool grey heather jerseys from 8s fid, men’s from 11s fid, cardigan jackets from 18s fid. Petone all-wool singlets and pants from 8s fid, all-wool mufflers from 5s fid; also shirts, collars, ties, overcoats, towels etc. at prices to suit, —Advt. Dairymen ; Before buying q separator investigate the merits of the “CERES" self-balancing, self-oijing, cleanest skimming, 18 to 144 ga]H, Reduced prices. Manning Machinery Co,, 5 Bedford Row, Christchurch.

Mr Tom Pollard has decided that his theatres at Greymuith, Blackball and Rtinnnga, shall not be open, in future for S»n‘l«y pictures. A long night dance will be held in Token's Hall, Arnhura on Tuesday May 30th., under the auspices of the Arakina Football Club. Gents 2s; Ladies 1.-Advt. To-morrow Nig|sff In the Supreme Hall! The usuapiatanbiy night dance will he held, music. Good floor. Don’t miss JFgood night’s dancing. Admission 1-fP-Advt. At the Westland Opera House tonight commencing at 8.30 o’clock, the Labor Party’s dance takes place. Capital music, a good floor and plentiful supply of refreshments should make the gathering a very enjoyable one. Old residents of the district will hear with regret of the death el Mrs MeWliirter. widow of the late Mr John MeWliirtor of Goldsbc.rongh. which took place at Christchurch on Tuesday last. A very choice line of Queensland pines, large invalid grapes, p ssions, ) ears, oranges, bananas, delicious applgfc lemons and a consignment of N?w Plymouth melons have arrived idr “The ltivoli*' lievell gtreet. Tnis disjuay is well worth seeing.—Advt.

Messrs Orr Bros who have inaugurated a regular motor passenger and goods service between K< katahi Valley and Hokitika notify the days and hours of the service in another col..inn. The firm also have I ton lorries for heavy transport and are agents for several important lines.

Direct from the manufacturers:— Cross curtain nets Is fid, Is !)d. Is lid, 2s 3d, in white or madras, marcella guilts in all sizes, a splendid range and all hemmed, cream radianta and cashmere. Italian cloth flannelettes etc. Addisons.—Advt.

It is notified in this issue that the County road staff has been instructed to report the ownership of all stock found at large on the public roads. The Council has resolved that in each instance reported, prosecutions will follow for allowing the stock to remain at large unattended. There are many complaints in regard to the wandering stock nuisance, and the action taken should be a safeguard for all concerned.

Overcoat time now! at the “H. 8.” For fourteen days we are allowing 10 per cent, reducion off all overcoats. Buy now! The weather has sot in cold and our ofler will not last longer than 11 days. Men’s tweed overcoats, oils (id. Smart gabardine raincoats from 59s fid. Lc Hoy oily convns coats now 79s fid. Bov's oilskins 19s, men’s 27s fid, butterfly's, roadmen’s coats all reduced at the N.Z. Clothing Factory, largest outfitters in the Dominion. —Advt

Mr P. B. Climie. Organiser of the Canterbury Progress League, wired to the President of the Westland Branch yesterday stating that the lit. Hon. \| r Massey. Prime Minister, would he in ( hristcbnivli on the -Itli pins, and suggesting that a representative deputation of Westland local bodies might cross over to support the Canterbury League in regard to the representations affecting the early inauguration of passenger and mail traffic through the Otira tunnel, as well as in reference to other matters of mutual interest. The County Chairman (Mr Jeffries' was approached and has expressed his intention of joining the deputation. The Borough Council and Westland A. and P. Associaion have been writton to. also, asking their co-operation. The local Progress League will select its representative early next week. No doubt various matters affecting the welfare of the district could he ad\aimed considerably by such a delegation as above proposed.

Direct front our London buyers Children’s dainty woollen knitted dress with bloomers to match, 17* fid. IDs fid. •_>2s fid. ladies’ art silk camisoles 17s fid. are silk jumpers 455. 47s fid, heavy fleerv bloomers in grey or navy. 5s lid. fis fid. fis lid: also further supply of black cashmere hose, all pure wool and good weight at two pairs. 7s fid. Addisons. Advt;

The death took place at Belfast on Februa.rv 15th under distressing circumstances of Sergt. Eugene Ahern, following wounds received in Springfield Road Barracks by an accidental discharge from a machine gun. A striking testimony of the wide measure of popularity enjoyed by the deceased officer was afforded by the large and representative character of the funeral cortege, which was attended by civilians and members ol the Royal Irish Constabulary from various districts of the city. There was a considerable number of sympathisers along the route and the prevailing feeling was one of unfeigned and widespread sympathy with the widow and orphans of the deceased. The Rev Father Greaven B.A. CO.. St. Paul’s officiated at the residence and graveside. Miss Ahertt and Mr Michael Ahern of Goldsborougll nre sister and brother of the deceased respectively.

The run is on “NO-RUBBING’’ Laundry Help, “Golden Rule” Soap, and “Keep Smiling” Floor Polish. Exceptional merit—that’s the reason why. Yours truly, Renton and Co.. Agents for “NO-RUBBING.”

That the public appreciate good value is quite evident by the number of people who visit “Paterson’s” when in town. We have still a few sample stockings in cashmere and silk, also men’s socks, and if you have not al-

ready purchased your winter requirements do so at once while you havo the opportunity. A fuitlier consignment of blankets just to hand in white and grey. Single 29s fid; three-quarter 37s fid and double 49s fid. Prepare for the col ’ weather. Wonderfrl values in men’s clothing etc. Agents for C. Taylor and Co., Expert Dyers and Dry French Cleaners. Box 86 “Patersons”, Cash Drapers. Opposite National Bank, Rev-

ell St. Mail orders promptly attended to. Satisfaction guaranteed.—Advt.

Special big ]>urc!mse of Glnsson and Co., (Jreymouth and Wostport Blocks bought at a great discount for cash. Big giant clearing sale commences on Friday, May Ifltli. This is the best value purchase we ever made. We ean now give you extra value. Big preparations have been made for this big sale. Look out for price list. This is the occasion of good investment sensational saving if you net now. McGruer and Co., Hokitika and (ireymouth.— Advt

.Motorists: A “PRESTO” EXTINGUISH KR, price 77s (id will save your ear from loss even if outbreak ol fire fifty miles from nowhere. 10 per cent insurance rebate. Manning Machinery Co., 5 Bedford Row, Christchurch. No cold can grip when “NAZOL” is i sed, A powerful and penetrating germicide, it gives Instant relief sud wards off influenza,