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Hokitika Guardian, 14 August 1922, Page 2

The reports published in regard to the sayings and doings of the Westland delegation in Christchurch best week, made it plain that the projected exhibition in 1924 to mark the diamond jubilee of tile province, was uppermost in the minds of those concerned. The appeal for help from the Canterbury Progress League was splendidly received, and no doubt assistance from that quarter will not be stinted. It will be very much to the advantage of the place to see the fullest advantage taken of the occasion. The event in sight—the com. plction of the Arthur’s Pass tunnel, is in itself—something worthy of special commemoration. To that is linked the fiOth birthday of Westland. It would be very fittihg indeed that facilities sho"lr! he provided to bring together on such a notable occasion a special gathering of people. The golden jubilee some eight and a half years ago. was very well done, hut the next celebration'calls for something more distinguished. The r.iilw y is going to bring or rather afford the means of greater prosperity flowing this way. To help towards that end th ■ district needs to advertise itself more. and afford the facilities fer drawing more people to the place end giving them the opportunity of seeing it under special conditions. The exhibition suggested will he a splendid aid to that end. There will be a great inflow of people nnd they will need catering for in entertainment, as in all other matters. An exhibition can give the best sustained form of entertainment over a period of weeks, and if the function can bp made as notable as it is proposed, it will do its work well. The occasion gives the people the opportunity to rise to the event and co-ope-rate in making it all that it is possible to do. The visit to Christchurch seemed io indicate there was every prospect of s»eeje| helo from that quarter, and that assured, the event might he re. gnrdod as of very promising interest indeed.

In regard lo i«>ad maintenance for transport purposes it is very apparent from tiie tolume of traffic going on the roads now. that the pioblem is a serious one and requires special attention. The natural evolution going on in must wains of life, is taking shape in road tlraffie. The introduction of petrol driven vehicles has opened the way to a ( las- ol traffic proving more and more imlispi'-’.sibm is it is expanded. A decided fillip Ins been given to motor tragic reason of the railway “cut”, ami also tlie suspension of some district r ibvnv works, which appear likely to ho held up indefinitelyT The motor vehicle is filling the gap and is doing f'e work so well that it- cannot now be dispensed with. But ill all parts ot tile Dominion there are complaints that tlie fast developing traffic is cutting up the 10'ds and adding greatly to the maintenance costs. The time is overdue f<>. a complete reformation in road building and maintenance.’ Bettor roads will be required from now on if the full economic value is to he got out of motor transport. Roads will require to he well built at the outset and efficieiulv maintained. The- practice hithe; t-> has fieen to build for dray or coaoli traffic and maintain for motor traffic. It is proving a very costly operation, and is the wrong wav to go about the business. Good roads require to ho built on permanent lines, and if so eon. struered at the outset their finished state will carry he traffic more cronomicallv. Motor traffic, it is clear. can under many conditions compete with railway traffic, and this competition emphasises the need for better constructed roads to cope with the heavy speedy traffic which marks motor running. Some hope for improvement is held out in the Highways Bill now before Parliament, but the Bill has been much talked of, without affording relief. A definite road making scheme to deal with the traffic growing up needs to ho faced without delay.

Patersons’ have a startling sale ad vortised in this issue. Mr !•’. J. Board and family, of C? ristehureh, ins; rl r.n acknowledgment in this issue. The usual monthly lngleside will be held in the Supreme Mall on Welnesday evening next at s o’clock. Ti kcts for the Daiktown Concert on Wednesday loth, arc selling like hot cakes and there is promise of a bumper house.—Advt.

The fancy dr.ess ball to take place at Koitcrangi Public Hall on Wednesday evening promises to attract a large attendance. Tlie grand march takes place at 8.30 p.m. and there will be a waltzing competition. A special prize is to be given for the most original costume.

A mee-tiii" of the Westland Progress League will be held at the County Chambers at 7.30 o’clock to-morrow night. This is the regular monthly meeting night, and the returned delegates will report in regard to the late mission to Canterbury.

The hall in the Town Hall. Riant, postponed from Friday last owing t • the bad weather, will take place this (.Monday) evening. The proceeds are in aid of the Catholic School Fund. Complete arrangements have been made fo • a successful gathering.

Bargain snaps at H.B. this week. Mens striped shirts (is lid: striped soft collars 2 for 2s 3d, men’s flannels 6s lid and 7s lid, working shirts 7s 6d, woollen -o\ Is (id, and Is lid, children’s hose 2s 3d and 2s (id. men’s buckskin tweed trousers 14s 6d. strong denims 7s lid. sweaters from 12s 6d, at the N.Z. Clothing Factory. The value spot. Advt.

Ladies interested and willing to cooperate in the movement to raise funds for the Burns’ memorial statue are reminded of tTio meeting at the Town Hall at 3 o’clock to-morrow afternoon. It is proposed to organise a Heath and Heather Day in town on Saturday. September 2nd for the special fund in mind, and as the ladies can lend special help their attendance is invited to co-operate in the project in mind.

The Dark town chorus singing under the direction of Mr Leu Aldridge is going to be a. special treat. The management have also secured the best talent in the district for the first half of the programme so patrons may he sure of a very amusing evening.—Advt. Be sure and keep AVednesday night free. Everyone is the Darktown Concert so you must he there too. Tip-top programme.—Advt.

There was a fairly good attendance at the Princess Theatre on Saturday night for the Community singing organised by Mr Lawn in aid of the funds of the Swimming Bath Club. Mr !,. Aldridge was conductor, and tliere were eight instruments in the orchestra, together with a good chorus on the stage. Misses Gillooly, Davidson. Shand. Jones and Mr s Collyer, and Messrs Aldridge and AValker sang solos. The chorus singing was taken up very heartily by the assemblage, ami evidently much enjoyed. The net return of the evening will be about £lO to the funds. Air Evans returned thanks for the financial support given, and also to all those who had assisted with the evening’s musical success. ,

The death occurred yesterday at the Grey River Hospital of Air George Harringtui, son of Air John Harrington, of Blaketown, after n very brie£ illness. The deceased, who was only 25 years of age,' had contracted pneumonia a week ago, and the ailment developed into double pneumonia, necessitating his removal to the hospital. He grew rapidlv worse, and death ensued yesterday. He was a painter by trade, and was esteemed by a numerous circle of friends, who will he painfully surprised to learn of his early (Tenth. He was -I native of Greenstone. but had lived for a considerable period at Blaketown with Iris parents, wbo will have the sympathy of many friends In their bereavement.

The members of the Westland delegation to Canterbury returned on Saturday night. after a busy week in and about the City of tlu* Plains. The party returned by tbe regular overland service. Three of the party set out from Christchurch on Saturday mornine in Clements’ motor car and had a good run via Porter’s Pass and Crnigeburn to Cass where the roadman informed Mr Clements the road was dangerous with slips and the Healey not fordable. The train was due at Cass almost immediately and the passengers elected to make the nail! iournev to Arthurs Pass h> train Mr Clements unshed on. however and with considerable difficulty cot through to Hokitika late on Saturday nieht. The most difficult crossing proved to he Peg-l eg Creek in UnCass, and another serious crossing was ~' tree across the road near Wnimhi„ihi. These were finally overcome hut the car made n belated arrival, and under all the circumstances was fortunate in getting through as the road is not likelv to he passable fo another week or so. owing to flood ravages and slips. Bargain Snaps in footwear at fl.B. this week. Womens glace shoes laoe and court 21s. women good derh.v shoes 2s mens dress boots 24s 6d, working hoots 23s 6d, strong bluchers 14s lid, hoys strong hoots 16s f)d and 18s 9d, at the X Z. Clothing factory, the value spot. A<lvt.

For heat satisfaction in all classes of Electrical work, ring phone No 90. We «re at your service for lighting, heatin"' or power installations.—Tomlinson and Gifford, Be veil Street.—Advt. The great no-profit event Half-Price Sale for nine days only commencing Friday August 11th. Get a bargain, give a bargain is our motto, these prices for proof—Ladies all wool black cashmere hose now 2s 6d pair, Ladies heavy flannelette nightdresses now 9s lid. Ladies navy fleecy lined bloomers now 3s lid. You will see your saving grow with every purchase. McGruer and Co . Hokitika and Greymouth.—Advt.

Now is the time to buy your warm jersey or winter coat. All models and ready-to-wear hats are now to be sold regardless of cost at Schroeder and Co’s.—Advt.

For Influenza, take Woods’ Great Peppermint Cure>

Errington’s sweet pea seed is offered fo r sale in this issue. The friends of .Mr Steve Plummer late of West Coast, but now of Millerton will regret to hear that he is seriously ill in the Westport Hospital. His only sister is Mrs Leech of Poss. Wo wish him a speedy recovery. Mvoidin to last week’s “Gazette” tin. population of New Zealand on June 3UUI was 1,316, 902, including 672,697 males ami 644,205 females. The births registered in the June quarter numbered” 7230 and the death 2652. Arrivals numbered 18.943. and departures 29.804.

The Dunedin “Star” wiys—The legislation making hookmaking an indictable offence has had a two years’ trial, and is confessedly a failure. So are prosecutions under the older Act giving summary jurisdiction to the Magistrate, for, though convictions may have resulted. the penalties have proved no deterrent Those who know, state that lac calling of the layers of odds is more flourishing now than ever it was, some estimates being that the business particularly in Wellington, has doubled in the last year. The only alternative to amending the Justices of the Peace Act se< ms to he to lower the imprisonment penalty in the Act of lf?20 to three months 'and to raise the fine to something really substantial to a bookmaker. It will have to be a big sum.

Just arrived green window Holland, 36in wide at 3s 6d per yard. Also men’s knitted underwear in Canterbury, Roslyn and Mosgiel. Men’s latest London box suits in brown, navy and grey. Women’s all wodl hose extra heavy, 6s lid per pair at W. H. Stopforth,’s Revell St., Hokitika.— Advt.

The public at last have an opportunity to obtain genuine bargains. Ever since opening in business “Paterson’s” have been noted for their reasonable prices and the quality of their goods. Now flint they have decided to lutve a sale for two weeks only, everything lias been substantially reduced, ns an inspection of prices will show. Don’t delay, but call at once and save disappointment. If you are unable to get into town just post money order and we will forward goods by j-eturn mail. Money cheerfully refunded if goods do not meet your approval. Agents for C. Taylor and Co. expert dyers and dry French cleaners. Satisfaction guaranteed. 15ox 86. “Paterson’s” Hokitika. opposite National Bank, llevell Street.—Advt.

Look out for the great Clearing Sale of Millinery. Knitted jerseys and winter coats now on at Schroeder and Co.—Advt. The “Letter Times” campaigners favour all housewives singing “Home Sweet Home” etc. while NO-Rl BRINC” Laundry Help is doing the week I v washing.—Mrs I*, foster. Advt.