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Hokitika Guardian, 12 September 1922, Page 2

Just call along and view the lovely assortment of spring iilijliiverv at Lloyds, The Ladies’ Hockey Club’s usual fortnightly dance lias been postponed until Thursday, 14th. to avoid dashing with All Saints Sale of Work. Entries for the 7-a-si<ip tournament tb lie held on Cans Square on Saturday next (seniors and juniors) will be received to 7 o’clock oil Thursday evening.

Tile Fondly Societies’ card tournament will be continued at St Mary’s Club this Tuesday evening when the Fire Brigade and Hibernian Society will try conclusions.—Advt. For the Breeze Shield, now hold by the United Club. Kokatahi have challenged for a game on Saturday Sept. 23rd and Excelsiors have challenged the winners for a game for Sept. 30th. There was no work at the Top Mine, Rowanui, yesterday, through four, men Icing suspended for the cloy, and the remainder ceasing in protest. The miners consider- the Suspension of the men unjustifiable and in conflict with custom.

The bazaar ot the Princess Theatre which opened so successfully this afternoon, will be continued to-night from 7 o’clock at 8 o’clock this evening, Mrs Staveley will present the first part of the entertaining programme nrrang. ed for the occasion. The bazaar will be open again to-morrow afternoon and will conclude to-morrow night.

The live most dangerous" words in the English language are “1 did not have time.” They arc tho dividing lines between success and failure for hundreds of people. Don’t procrastinate hut get your requirements for home from Harley’s, house furnishers, Greymouth.

Study these! They’re 10 to 20 per cent lower , priced than to-day’s ruling prices: Men’s 10-ounce denims 9s OH. best M.osgiel sox Is lid, men’s drill working shirts 7s (id, men’s fancy band shirts from Os lid. men’s sac suits from 72s (id. at the N.Z. Clothing Factory, the value spot.-—Advt.

The first indication that/tilt; Parliament must now get on with its work was given on Friday afternoon, when the Prime Minister gave notice to move that on and after Wednesday. 13th inst, and for the remainder of the session Government besinoss shall take precedence on Wednesdays. The general opinion among members is that the session will end before the last week in October, and that the elections will he held early in December.

Shoppers and others. says the Christchurch “Press,” should he on the alert these days, as there are counterfeit florins in circulation. It is only after a very close examination that it is possible to detect the coins’ deficiency, and they must have been manufactured on a fairly large scale to make it at all profitable to put them into circulation. The counterfeit is of the Australian minted florin, and the impression of the coin is exceedingly good. There is a fair ring, hut the true lustre is missing, and the milling round the edge has not been very well managed. Hie coin is rather light, and is probably made of some nickel composition.

The usual excuses made by people charged with having cycled without lights are not accepted by Mr Wyvcrn Wilson, S.M. At the Christchurch Magistrate’s Court, he said that people‘must understand that if they had no lights, or if their lights went out. they must get off and either push their machines or leave them somewhere and go home by tram. Too many of them “took a chance, and then brought forward such excuses as “I was working late,” or “My light went out.” They were a great mil. sauce and tho usual fine ol 10s and 7s eosts would bo inflicted in each

Visitors to South Westland all note the steady improvements going forward in that district, Building operations in and about the Hari Hari district are quite noticeable, and are substantial signs of the general progress of the district. The fact that all the water courses on the main road to the Tutor-Wanganui district are now bridged is a great convenience to traffic, and the volume of road traffic is increasing as a result of the extra transport necessary to take in supplies. The increasing volume of traffic in and out cf the district is beginning to (ell on tlie

whole length of road several sections showing signs of wear and tear, as ft result of the expanding trade of the locality south.

The incident of the “Better ’Ole” on the battlefield can be recalled to-

il day, when it comes to a question of I whence the best values in clothing, j -mercery, bats and footwear exists. ’ Thousands of people agree that there j Is no better store than the “H. 8.” ifor the goods mentioned. Tt is welt kiiown that goods of quality can be bought from the “H. 8.” at lower | prices than even the poor-quality goods } offered for sale daily. Study our ' prices, the quality of our goods, and purchase from the store that gives the right return for your money.—N.Z. 1 Clothing Factory, the value spot.— Advt.

Everybody can have delicious eggs in dear season by preserving supply now \v Ith Shni'lnnd’s “Moa” Brand Egg Preservative. Eggs iffny lip frWI, oy boiled. "

Mr T. E. Y. SeSddon, M.P., lias received tlio following letter from the Minister of Mines: ‘JjlVitli reference to representations made by a deputation which waited upon me on August 25 relative*to the increased royalty cm CO al. I have to inform you that this matter has been further considered, particularly in so far as co-operative parties are concerned, but it is regretted that no alteration can be made in the decision already arrived at on the question.” It.is commonly said if the feet are cold, one feels cold all over. It can also be said if the feet are uncomfortable, with bfUl-fittitlg footwear, tlie whole person is Uncomfortable, llomfedy this uneomfprt by being pritpefly shod in “H. 8.” footwear. I'oi a classes of ladies, gents and juvenile boots and shoes, also workers’ strong l oots go to the N.Z. Clothing Factory —the value spot.—Advt.

Tirre are 21,713 members of the National Provident Fund, the income of which last year was £IBB,852. Allowances for maternity were paid out amounting to £38,3(52, the sum of £31,710 being claimed for members of approved friendly societies and £(5822 going to contributors to tbs fund. The amount of €94/6 14s la was granted in allowances on retirement and incapacity, and to widow* and children. A change was made during the year in the method of investment of the fund, which will increase the interest yield.

IVe regret to record the death of Airs Roberts, the well-known fruiterer of Reveil Street which took place last night after ii long illness. The deceased was a native of Warwickshire, England and 70 years of age, about 50 years of her life having been spent in New Zealnd. Deceased lived in Stafford for many of the early years where she reariid her family. Her husband died some 18 years ago, aild shortly after she removed to Hokitika, where she Opened out in business which has beeii carried on over since. Deceased leaves a family of six, two daughters (Mrs Mofgnii of Nelson and. Miss Martha tldberts of Hokitika), and four sons (William at Grcymouth, Joseph and Richard at Goldsborough and Roy at Hokitika). To them will Iks extended the sympathy of a wide circle of friends.

When Charles McGealian, a familiar figure in the dock, pleaded guilty to a charge of drunkenness at the Auckland Police Court (relates the “Star”) it was stated hv the arresting constable that he and three other .men were, drinking methylated spirits. “When they finished one bottle,” said the constable, “McGealian said lie knew where he could get another, and one of the men handed him some money, and he went away. I followed him up and saw him go into a shop. I watched and saw him pay some money over the counter, and receive a bottle of methylated spirits. “A man asked me to get it for him,” said McGealian, “and naturally I thought he wanted it for a stove.” Mi- Povnton. S.M.: “A human stove.” lie ordered McGealian three months’ imprisonment.

Gratifying progress last year is recorded by the Government Lite lusuiance Department. In respect <1 the number of new policies issued and the amount assured tin? year just falls short of being a record year. Tinlapses decreased from 1310 policies for £376,300 to 950 policies for £299,220, a satisfactory feature, following as it does a year of exceptional new business. The income for the year, £755,519, constitutes n record for the Department, and there is every indication that the year lias been a most profitable one. Taking into account the present financial stringency the result of tin* year’s operations has been satisfactory. The Department s assets exceed £0,000,000, and notwithstanding the heavier sums insured the outgo for death claims last year was smaller than for any year since 1913.

Tiio United Football Club, the winners of the Westlnnd Sub-Union competition, were entertained by Mr and Mrs Cowie of the Post Office Hotel last night in honor of the seasoh’s win. Mr Evans ,was voted to the chair, and there were several members of the Rugby. Sub-Unioir and of the other competing Clubs present at the function which proved a very enjoyable one. Mrs Cowie had prepared an ample repast, and Mr Cowie saw to the creature comforts of his guests. Several toasts were honored, and numerous speeches made. The winners of the cup received great praise for the good fight pint up after making an unpromising start. Songs and recitations were rendered, Mr Reynolds at .the piano being a host in himself in directing the harmony of the evening. Before the gathering closed Mr McMannawav, Captain of the United Club, thanked Mr and Mrs Cowie, for the lavish hospitality extended. This was the second occasion on which their hosts had entertained the Club and they ware all grateful for the splendid recognition. When tile Club recei\ed the enp later, it was proposed to ask Mr Cowie to permit the trophy to he deposited for the year in his keeping. (Applause). Mr Cowie replied in suitable terms, and a very enjoyable evening closed with cheers for Mr and Airs C'owic and the singing of “Auld Lang Syne” and the National Anthem.

Eggs can he kept fresh for months with Sharlaiul’s "Moa” Brand Egg Preservative. One bottle dees twenty dozen for less than a penny per dozen.

Don’t forget to call at Paterson and Lloyd’s (late Patersons’) opposite National Bank, Revell St. Our values arc right. All colours in Jap crepes Is 7Jd; heavy double white sheets 22s 6d pei pair. Single 12s Gd. An inspection will convince you that our prices are beyond comparison. Agents for C. Taylor and Co., Expert Dyers and Dry French Cleaners. All classes of work done. Satisfaction guaranteed. Mail orders promptly attended to and money cheerfully refunded if goods are unsatisfactory. Box 86, Hokitika.—Advt.

Glad singing housewives confront us at every turn ; thanks to Community singing and “NO-RUBBING” Laundry Help.—Miss F. Allen.—Advt.

Splendid lot of calico, are now selling at much below former prices, bought at a big discount at Schroder and Co’s. Crepes from Is Gd per yard. Aren’s sox Is Gd per pair. Forfar 2s per yard. New millinery all marked at very moderate price at Schroder’s. — Advt.