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Hokitika Guardian, 1 August 1922, Page 2

T'n monthly meeting of the Westland Chamber of Commerce takes place at 7.30 o’clock to-night. A meeting of the llobert Hums Memorial Committee will be held at 7.30 o’clock to-morrow night. Look out for the great Clearing Sale of Millinery. Knitted jerseys and winter coats now on at Sehroe.der and Co.—Advt.

Gentlemen, l>ri n*x along :r spare six- ’ pence to tin* hockey dance on Wcdncsday night mid enter the “Hallooii Waltz” competition. Prize 10s. Mr Anhui- Clifton loft for Wellington to-day to join tlio alluvial goldminors' deputation which waits on the Government on Thursday with regard to some concession to miners for gold sold during the embargo oil eSpifft; The following players will represent the Hokitika Ladies’ Hockey Club in their match with Mnwhern on Case Square to-morrow at 3.30 p.m,:— Misses K. Foster, P. Thorn, M. Schroder, N. Schroder. P. Thompson. 0. Stapleton, T. Wallace, J. Walker. S. Wallace, I). Wallace, M. Butlitnd. Emergencies,—A, Stnpletoil. 8,. FUwlcr, The Westland Progress League delegation to Canterbury at- the week-end will include—Messrs I). J. Evans (President), T. W. Duff, T. W. Bruce, W. I J. Butler, C. S. Dalgleish, and J. J. Mclntosh. Messrs W. Jeffries, A. G. Pilkiiigton, and J. C. Macfarlane will cross over later. The Buffer Progress League has accepted the invitation to join the delegation. Mr H W. ff. Sweney has been npliointed Chief, Agent for Hokitika foi the Australian Affiance Assurance Co., and as this Coy. has obtained a good reputation for prompt settlements in . the event of claims and can insure 1 your nropertv. at minimum rates, you would lie well advised to protect vour- ' self by consulting Mr Sweney at the Office, Stafford Street, or hv ringing ' ’Phone No 20m. when yon will receive the Lest attention and satisfae- ' tion in your requirements. | Twi , or three sawmills i" the district me restarting operations, this week which is a very pleasant piece of neus for all concerned. One miff re-started yesterday and another will commence to-morrow, while a third will he operating before the week end. There is ' plenty ol labour offering. One mill closed temporarily for overhaul on Saturday. It will reopen again shortly. There are said to bo orders coming forward again. Mr A. H. Lawn has taken in band *0 organisation of a Community Concert and Sing-Song at the Princess Theatre or. Saturday, August 12. Mi lawn "ill have the usual ready assistance of Mr L. Aldridge. The gathering will he on lines entirely different from the previous sing songs, combining both the concert and the sing song. There will lie a large orchestra and a chorus on the stage, and several of the wellknown sohgs "ill be sung as solos, and the audience afforded an opportunity to join in the chorus. .Vs it is desired to raise a substantial sum for the purpose in mind—the rehabilitation of the sxvimmillK baths one shilling admission will be charged upstairs and sixpence downstairs; Children to be by silver coin. The great national song “Land of Hope and Glory,” will be sung by Mr Aldridge with fuff chorus and orchestra supporting. A meeting of the executive of the Beturned Soldiei s’ Association was hold at the Drill Shed last evening. PiCsent: Messrs D. .1. Evans (President), O’Driscoll, Stuart, and Kerr. A letter was received from the Beautifying Associnion thanking the branch for the grant from the Poppy Day fund, and accepting the conditions of the donation. The Hon. Secretary reported five men had been put on, and three others were offering and would be placed as circumstances permitted. The Pearson Me- . morial, Wellington, wrote in reference to assisting with the fund for the blind, it was resolved to intimate that the members were co-operating in the raising of the local fund which now exceeded C3OO. The Headquarters asked for an order for poppies for next Anzae Day. It was resolved to order | supplies on tlio lines of the last sales. ■ Various circulars were received from headquarters in respect to different f matters. The Chairman suggested the ■ advisability of holding a soldiers rei union about Armistice Eve (Friday, ’ Novemiier 10th). The proposal was generally approved, and it was decided to arrange details at the next meeting 1 of the Executive in a month’s time | when a full attendance of members will |be looked for. The Secretary reportI ed the receipt of several subscriptions. ! It was resolved steps lie taken to eoli let amounts still outstanding. ' Whero is the best place to get value i in stockings, blankets, sheetings, towels j’etc. ? Try “Paterson’s” lteveff St. opp. 1 National Bank if you have not already done so, and you will never regret it. 1 Collonial blankets, white and grey, single 29s 6d, three-quarter 37s 6d. double ' 4!)s fid. Don’t, forget to inspect our untearahle tweed working trousers and boy’s shorts; also exceptional values in men’s and boy’s clothing. Tf you are unable to get into town just post mon-ey-order and we will post, goods by return mail. Tf goods are not satisfactory’ we wittl refund the money. Agent--for C. Taylor and Co. Expert. Dyers and Dry French Cleaners. Satisfaction guaranteed. P.O. Box 86, Hokitika,--

'I Tile Kokatahi Bridge will be closed ' to all traffic to-morrow (Wednesday),! Aug. 2nd., to permit of repairs. . I Mr W. .T. Haseler, builder, notifies 6 be is commencing business in Hokitika. Temporary address, care of the Railway Hotel. Xow is the time to buy your warm jersey or winter coat. All models and ready-to-wear bats al‘e nOw to be sold regardless of cost at Sebroeder and Oo’s.—Advt: The Valuer General notifies that the 'revised district valuation roll for the Northern Riding of Westland County is now open for inspection at the County Chambers. On Wednesday, Aug. 2nd., the local Hockey Club will entertain the Greymouth' Club at. a dance in the Supreme Hall. Come and join the fun. Admission: Ladies Is 6d, gents 2s.— Advt. • A monster euchre and dance will be held in One Mile Hall. Arfthura on next Thursday evening. Special prizes are arranged for. The proceeds are in aid of the A rah lira Football Club. A big attendance of all members and supporters is expected.—Advt. The ball arranged to be held in the Town Hall. Riniu, on Wednesday, in aid of the Rinin Catholic School on Wednesday August 9th has been postponed until Friday August 11th so as not to clash with other engagements. McLean’s pictures to-night will be 1 tendered as a benefit for the Robert Rums Memorial statue. For particulars of programme see front page. With a good Programme, papular ' prices, and already a large number of j tickets sold, there should be a bumper i bouse. i I Mr Michael Ryan, one of the pioI peers of the Grey district, passed away at Hokitika yesterday. Deceased, who bad spent 57 years in New Zealand, had been since 18(1(5 a resident of the Maori Creek district, where he follow(ed the occupation of gold mining for very many years. A native of Count' Galway j Ireland, lie was 76 years of age. Ho leaves if widow and a family of two daughters and three sons. The display of gas utility requisites at Ml- W. H. Shannon’s lias attracted considerable attention. Oak enti now be applied to so many purposes in the home and elsewhere, that it has come I to he iudispensible. Its reliability tor service is undoubted. Those building or about to build should consult Mr Shannon in regard to the adaptation of gas not onlv for lighting, but also for beating and cooking for which it is most economical. Gas is having a great vogue in all places where modern appliances for the use of gas about the home and the office and the workshop has come into general use. It is a ready servant, and in ninny places has helped solve the maid question about the home. For' host satisfaction in all classes of Electrical work, ling phone No 90. We arc at your service for lighting, heatin:; or power installations.—Tomlinson and Gifford, Revell Street.—Advt. Housewives are advised to shake hands occasionally with their grocers hv wav of expressing gratitude tor -NO-RUBBING” Laundry Help, the nbolishcr of washboard slavery. Advt.