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Hokitika Guardian, 14 October 1922, Page 2

Two lion pubs wore born in the Zoo at Newton Park on Saturday last. Messrs Dalgety and Co notify onentries for their Wataroa stock sale, a 'line of 05 head of 3 and 4-year old bullocks on behalf of F- Amor,

“It was a horse that had to die, sooner or later,” a notable remark made by counsel at the Magistrate’s Court on Thursday last, during the bearing of an alleged cruelty charge.

Seagrass cane (hair adds to the pleasure of the verandah or garden and gives good satisfaction. Harley’s chairs arc all borer proof and a splendid range of designs are kept in stock. Correspondence is invited by the firm.

All members of the local branch of the Hibernian Society are requested to meet at St. Mary’s Club Rooms to-morrow (Sunday) morning at a quarter to eight sharp.—Advt.

Mrs Roberts, President of the Christchurch Hygiene Society will give an address to parents and all interested in the welfare of hoys and girls, at the Town Hall on Monday 16th at 8 p.ni. Dr Tt'lohelmann will preside.— Advt.

The Municipal Rand will render a musical programme on Cass Square tomorrow afternoon, weather permitting. Members are requested to assemble at the Baud room at 2.10 p.m.

Order of Masses and Services in St. Mary’s Parish, Sunday, 15th Oct— Hokitika (closing of Mission) 7 a.m., 8 a.m., 10 a.m. and 7 p.tn. ; lvanieri, 8.30 a.m.; Kokatahi, 10 a..m

Messrs Dalgotv and Co Ltd. will bold a special sale of dairy stock at Preston Yards, Greymouth on Saturday, Oct.2Bth. a.t 1 p.m. of 80 Canterbury dairy bred springing heifers, a weli-bred iino that has been wintered on the Coast.

‘‘lt might surprise you to know that if every cow was tested you might have a very high percentage of tubercular cows; and yet you take the utmost care when operating on a child for tuberculosis to prevent infection,” said the Hon Dr Collins, at the “Health Week” meeting at Wellington.

The thermal quality of tho local gas is s;vid to range as high as any in the Dominion, while its general quality for both lighting and heating is -of a very high value. The use of gas for domestic purposes such as cooking and heating is coming greatly into vogue. With the. summer season approaching gas can he used very ecc<nomicaljy about the home for various domestic purposes. Mr W. H. Shannon. Revell St. has full supplies of gas cookers, etc. on view and householders should call and inspect.

Don’t leave it too late by neglecting to inspect Schroder and Co’s beautiful stock of carpets, runners, hearth rugs, door mats, lace curtains, art curtains, and■ linoleums. Now is the time tn make your selection. Special inducements are now offering at Schroder and Co.—Advt.

The body of the man iouucl at Cape Poll 1 wind a few days ago lias been identified as that of John Thompson, who. has worked as a miner for the Westport Coal Company at Burnett’s Face. He came to Westport on September 25, and spent a day or two about town, stating it was bis intention to go back to Burnett s Pace on the Friday or Saturday. So far as is known lie was not soon thereafter. He was 35 years old, and a native of Loch Garry Forfarshire, Scotland.

“I hope tho day will come when no such thing as proficiency certificates will be awarded on examination results,” was the way in which Mr J. A. Valentine, senior inspector of schools, expressed himself in the course of an address to teachers at Now Plymouth, in which be shed n new light on tho present system of education in the primary schools. The speaker incidentally mentioned that sixth standard pupils in country schools were generally smarter than their brothers anti sisters of the town schools', as they were thrown more upon their own resources and cultivated more self-reliance in consequence, whereas town children bad greater attention shown to them. “Any inspector will back up this opinion.” said Mr Valentine in hauling point to bis contention that, under the Dalton plan, the child would develop more self-reliance and initiative bv finding out knowledge Oy bis own efforts as far as possible.

On Thursday. Major Stafford, Af.R.C’.V.S. paid a visit to Kokatahi Valley. On arrival a.t Graham’s an inspection was made of a horse belonging to Mr AY. Graham, with a view to an operation, but the latter was not considered advisable. Later a cow was inspected at Mr J. Cron’s, with a damaged udder owing to contact with barbed wire, a number of stitches being put in. In the niternoon at Koi.tera.ugi. Major Stafford addressed a gathering of settlers, about 25 in number. At Kokatahi Public Hall in the evening there was another address given to about a .similar nudieiui?, ithe extremely stormy conditions, both afternoon and evening preventing a larger attendance. At both meetings the address was listened to with much attention -and a large number of questions were asked and answered, especially on questions of disease and .treatment. Mr J. Fleming, chairman of the AVestlanel A. and P. Association presided lit. both meetings. Alajor Stafford went- . north yesterday evening, visiting as far north as Aiurchison before be returns to this district.

AVe have landed a consignment of 100 eases of Stunner apples (40H> eases) price 12s Od per ease. Paters' n Alichel and Co. Ltd.—Advt. AVOLFE'S SCHNAPPS vastly superior to all other stimulants.

Don’t forget to call at Paterson and Lloyd’s (late Patersons’) opposite National Bank, Revell St. Onr values nre right. All colours in Jap crepes Is 7Jd; heavy double white sheets 22s 6d per pair Singlo 12s 6d. An inspection will convince you that our prices are beyond comparison. Agents for C. Tay. lor 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. Bathing costumes in all sixes. Boys’ from 2s fid. men’s 3s (id, 4s and 4s 6d.

Kit hags 27s (id, leather suit eases (>ss to fins ; also a few pair ol white cot blankets at 16s fid pair at W. H. Stopfortli’s, opposite W. E. Williams, chemist.

Working men ! Get this! —Addisons can now supply you with Boz. denims at 8s" fid. fioz. fix Gd, grey stripe denims Ooz. fis 6d. Strong working shirts 8s fid to s lid, heavy ad-wool singlets and underpants 8s fid. Men’s flannels from 7s fid. Hardwcur palmers nap trousers 12s Gd. Colonial all-wool sox Is lid. There are all good lines. Wli.nit you buy we stand by.— Advt.

To the tired, nothing is so refreshing ns a cup of delicious Tea. Nelson Monte’s Teas flavour and choice, are refreshing to those jaded nerves. \lway a sk for Nelson Moate’s. — Advt'

The entries for tho Arahura fat stock sale on Mpnclay appear in this issue. All members of the Kiwi Senior F’ootball Chub arc requested to be at the Shed to-night at 7 o’clock sharp.

The Mayor requests the citizens to observe a boliejay to-day between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. in connection with the Hospital benefit football match on Cass Square.

Haremni! haremai! haremai to Tnirea Hall, Monday 16th. Maori Hnka will be in action at 8 p.m. followed with Maori songs. Kapn the dance, plenty kai.

Messrs M. Houston and Co. annnouuce that it has been decided to |v*oVitpcnie the Kokatahi store cattle sale, until Wednesday Ist November. Clients are requested to note the change of date.

At the District Race Meeting at Gjreymouth yesterday, tho Westland Racing Club programme for the Christ mas Meeting was approved, as also the Murchison programme. That of the Nelson Club was held over for further particulars in connection with the stakes. Several jockeys and trainers licenses were recommended.

The Kiwi Football Club are foregoing their usual dance to-night to the Westland Hospital Building Fund Committc, who are making the charge this evening Gentlemen 25.. Ladies Is. The floor is in good order, while there will he the usual good music and a good nights enjoyment is assured everyone. Don’t forget the cause.

Rev T. E. Riddle, of Jagadhri, Punjab, India, Missionary of the Presbyterian Church, on furlough, will give addresses in the Presbyterian Church, morning and evening, and also to the Sunday School to-morrow.. Mr Riddle is a New Zealander and as chaplain with the Indian forces, saw prolonged service in the Great War, both in Mesopotamia and in France.

Messrs W. Jeffries and Co. notify several auction sales in this issue, a stock sale at Arahura. on Monday ; a sale of furnitute. on behalf of the Defence Department and others in the mart on Wednesday afternoon next at 2.30 o’clock, and store stock sales at Wataroa on Thursday, 26th Oct. and at Rold Head yards on Saturday, 28th Oct. Full particulars of the several sales appear in another column.

A meeting of Racing and Trotting Clubs was opened at Greymouth yesterday afternoon in respect to uniformity of action in regard to Club iidnii liVrntfcii affecting programmes and meetings. After a preliminary discussion and drawing up an agenda paper, the meeting adjourned till next Friday night at Greymouth, .when northern clubs are expected to be represented, and tbe matters to be considered will be finally dealt with. It was indicated that those present were disposed to take uniform action in reference to different matters mentioned for special consideration at the meeting.

By importing our millinery direct from British manufacturers Addisons can offer this season's ready to wear at very much reduced prices. We have just received e. very nice range at 14s 6d and 22s 6d. Also we expect to receive early next week a limited supply of children’s millinery in a dainty shapes and colours.—Advt.

The ‘S‘ing Germ” is the only germ that “NO-RUBBING” Laundry Help will allow to live in the washhouse.

Schroder and Co. the Leading Drapers, stock a large variety of AVarner’s rust-proof corsets ami corselettes. This ensures your obtaining a perfect fitting, stylish model to suit your individual requirements. Inspection invited. Price much less than usual.— Advt.