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Hokitika Guardian, 4 July 1922, Page 2

Mr ML Berry, Herepo, notifies that all dogs found on his property will he destroyed.

A meeting of the AVcstland Chamber of Commerce takes place at o’clock this evening, when a full attendance of members is desired.

A public meeting of Arahura- Football Club and ex-members will he held In Toker’s Hall this Tuesday night at 8 o’clock. Business important. 11. Muir, See.—Advt. Graham’s sawmill at Shallow Rush luyi now closed down, and the plant is to ho moved to the vicinity of Stillwter, Grey Valley, where a piece of hush is being secured. Messrs On Bros, announce thnt their Kokatabi Bus will leave Jones Hotel, at 8 o’clock on M’ednesday evening for Kokatabi returning after the Winter Show Social and Dance.

The Town Band has kindly consented to play outside the Princess Theatre before til,. Ladies Hockey Club benefit picture entertainment takes place, this evening. The star picture is “Gilded Lies."

Messrs IV. Jeffries and Co. hold an important auction sale mi the mart tomorrow afternoon, when in addition to two freehold sections, one ill Revel I and one in Davie Streets, a large quailtit v of goods will ho offered on liehalt of the Defence Department.

The fancy dress hall at Kokatabi Public Hall 10-morrow (Wednesday)) evening, in aid of the Winter Show, promises to prove a very successful one. There promises to Ik- Iceen competition for the most original fancy costume, for which a substantial prize has been donated. Good music, and a good supper have been arranged for.

The usual weekly tournament and dance will be hold at St. Mary’s Club rooms on to-morrow (Wednesday) evening. Good prizes are again to he competed for, also the challenge match between Mr and Mrs J. Freitas (challengers), and Mrs Tlios. Gilloolv and Mr H. E. Nightingale winners of the last tournament. Mr J. Freitas donated the prizes. Admission Is.—Advt.

At the Princess Theatre on Tuesday, August Ist. Mr H. McLean is tendering a picture benefit to the Robert Burns Memorial fund to assist in defraying the cost of the monument to be erect'd on Cass Square. During this week an appeal will be made through the press for local jind district contributions to the fund, and it is anticipated there will be a worthy general response.

Mr‘James Leitch, formerly manager of the Black ball Coal Company, died suddenly at his residence, North •Street, Marrickvillc, Sydney, on Friday night. Deceased, who was 7.5 years of age, was for many years manager of the Blackball Coal Co., at Greymouth. lie was later at Christchurch, and eventually settled at Sydney. He was a keen howler, and was a member of the Greymouth Bowling Club during his residence in the town. He leaves two sons: Mr W. Leitch, manager of the Avoca Coal Co, and Mr J. 'Leitch, of the Blackball Coal Co.’s shipping office at Greymouth. Annual winter sale commencing Friday, June 29th, the great event which puts all other attempts into insignificance. Every Department the greatest bargains that money can buy prevail. The low out prices clearly indicate our intention to dispose of big stocks at the biggest sacrifices. Profit smashed goods, each and every article positively and substnntilaly marked down for this big winter clearance. For economy and satisfaction make our stores your shopping headquarters. McGruers (Westland), Ltd., Hplptika and Greymouth.—Advt.

No more grinding of tf ; eth with "ty iVDE’S WORM FIGS. Ul: ' ’

Messrs W. McKay and Son have an interesting notice in this issue in reference to overcoats; capes and oilskins.

Get a “liundiiite Electric Torch to light your way. No batteries to renew. Makes its own electricity. ' Sold by Tomlinson and Gifford, Electrical Engineers.—Advt.

Undoubtedly the huge stocks carried by Harley’s Ltd., Complete House Furnishers, Greymoutli is a boon to WestCoasters in need of quality furniture at economy prices. If you want good designs, highest class craftsmanship, prompt delivery and value for your money, it will repay you to consult Harleys who pack and deliver all orders at Hokitika.

All members of Rep. Team are requested lo be present each evening at tile Kiwi training shed for practice. The training will be under supervision of Mr H. Rutland, f.om Wednesday f iiw. rd M. Moynihan, the Captain u i.l take charge. A practice match wiil lie held Wednesday afternoon at 3 p.ni. The rep. team against all comers.

The Chairman of the Hokitika School Committee sprang a surprise on the lion. Secretary, Mr S. J. Preston, last evening, when at the conclusion of tile meeting Mr W. H. Shannon stated that the members recognising the large amount of valuable work done on behalf of the School Committee by Air Preston, they desired to show their keen appreciation of same and asked him to accept a handsome fountain pen as a tangible expression of their good wi.i. Mr Preston who was taken entirely by surprise said lie deeply appreciated the kind words of the Chairman, but lie did not desire any such recognition. He was glad to do what lie could to advance the interests of the school and such services were given freely. He was glad to know that they were appreciated.

A happy function took place hist Sunday when the members of >St Mary’s Choir met to farewell Mr A\ . Hannan of the railway department, who lias been transferred to Greymouth. Mr F. Groufsky made the presentation (a gold-mounted fountain pen and in the course of his remarks referred in eulogistic terms to All' Hannan’s connection with the Choir, and mentioned in terms of praise his interest in all matters that made for the welfare of the Church. He spoke also of Air Hannan’s interest in the advancement of the town and their guest’s enthusiasm where the national game was concerned. Messrs G. Wormingtoii, W. Stopforth and Miss Al. Dee made supplementary references to their guest’s very excellent qualities and wished him success and usefulness in his new home, hut regretted hi.s departure from amongst them. Air Hannan thanked the members for their useful present and he felt his departure from Hokitika very keenly, where lie had made so many sincere friends.

The magnificent mountain panorama w-lik-li is to lie seen from 1to!,-iliUn has been intensified in beauty of late as the snow-capped peaks have taken oil their, their extra covering of winter snow. For several weeks past, .the mountain range has presented a jvonderful sight, and visitors to Hokitika, have enjoyed the spectacle to the full. A visitor from Greymoutli yesterday remarked oif the surpassing beauty of the scene ami doubted if any more splendid sight could ho witnessed anywhere under such comfortable conditions as obtain in Hokitika, in full, bright sunshine, free from the gorge winds. The visitor hardly wondered at Hokitika people being proud of their town a,nd its enviable situation which gave it advantages surpassed by few places in the Dominion. The mountain panorama is a far .stretching one. and is made particularly notable by the dominating peaks'of Cook and Tasman, nestling in the distance. In the bright, genial sunlight which has prevailed so much here of late, the mountain view is most a Crest in/. The snow-white peaks towering above the wooded foot-hills in their range of green verdure make a delightful contrast. Each evening as the sun sets the view is heightened hv tin, wonderful coloring which is always in gorgeous tones, and ever beautiful. Certainly. Hokitika has a charming situation and a fortunate place in its pleasant geographical position.

Don't forget to keep Thursday night hooked for a good night’s dancing in the Supreme Hall in aid of the Girl’s Hearth Fire Club. Everybody is sure of having heaps of fun and also ft dainty supper will be provided by the girls. Admission: Ladies Is.: Gentlemen Is Gd.— Advt.

Having purchased a small quantity of sample goods, it will be to your advantage to pay a visit to W. H. Stopforth’s, "ltd secure some of the following :—Ladies’ silk hose from 4s lid to 14s. Indies’ heavy cashmere hose from •>s lid to 6s lid, ladies’ vests from 2s lid to Us lid, men’s all wool vests from 10s lid to lfis Gd, men’s all wool cashmere hose 2s lid to 4s lid, men’s fancy hose 3s lid to 4s Gd. men’s heavy police braces at 4s 3d, quality guaranteed.—Advt.

Child c, like WADE’S WORM TIGS. Safe and certain remedy for «,.rms.

Where is the best place to get value in stockings, blankets, sheetings, towels etc. P Try “Paterson’s” Revell St. opp. National Bank if you have not already done so, and you will never regret it. Ccllonial blankets, whit’e and grey, single 29s Gd, three-quarter 37s Gd. double 49s Gd. Don’t forget to inspect our unten rablo tweed working trousers and hoy’s shorts; also exceptional values in men’s and hoy’s clothing. If you are unable to get into town just post mon-ey-order and we will post goods by return mail. If goods are not satisfactory we wi'il refund the money. Agents for C. Taylor and Co. Expert Dyers and Dry French Cleaners. Satisfaction guaranteed. P.O. Box 86, Hokitika.— Advt.

Grocers will oblige by forwarding us their orders early for “Keep Smiling” Flooi Polish, “NO-RUBBING” Laundry Help, and “Golden Rule” Soap, to facilitate nrompt delivery.—Wm Perry and Co., Ltd., Wholesale Distributors. Koi lui)iicM7.a, take U .....(o’ 'ir.'iil I'lMir •rinint Cnrc Re emphatic. Insist on genuine “NAZOL.” Nothing like it for preventing or relieving coughs and colds. No cold is Nnzol-proof. GO doses 1b Gd.