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Hokitika Guardian, 24 October 1922, Page 2

A ineetiilg of Westland Sub-Union will lie held at the Opera House tonight- at 8 o’clock. Business important.

There will he a meeting of the 'Committee of the Hokitika Beautifying Association ami the ladies organising “Paddy’s Market,” at the Town Hall to-night at 7.30 o’clock.

The conditions at the Grey Trotting meeting yesterday were very depressing. 'I he steady rain made it very wet and muddy underfoot, while the track soon got into a shocking state with a result that when the riders came in after each race tliey were so bespattered with mud that their faces were hardly distinguishable, being one large splash of mud. In spite of the inclement conditions the races were got off well tt) time.

The weathef oil Saturday cleared in the afternoon and it was litie though a heavy southerly gal» blew till night when further rain fell. It was threatening on Sunday and as the afternoon v. ore on there was light rain which got heavier as the night wore on. Monday broke fine, but the day was miserable, being showerj throughout, with considerable wind blowing. Last night the w.ather gradually cleared and today there is promise of fair weather, The Westland Sul, Union have made elaborate preparations for their monster presentation hall on Wednesday, Oct 25th. The Royal Orchestra will provide the music, and Mr Owen Walker will he in charge of the Hour. Remember all latest dances and lnilsie. Orchestra comprising four instruments. Punctually at 11 p.m. the presentation of trophies for season will lie held Kirst class programme, first class supper. The event of the season. Prices, double 3s, single gent 2s, single lady Is. Gallery reserved for onlookers.

Private telegrams received on Saturday brought the depressing news that Mr A. I). Maefarlane, formerly of Hokitika, had died that day at Nelson. The late Mr Maefarlane, the second youngest son of the late Warden Mnefaria no, was well known here, having been for many years Receiver of Land Revenue at Hokitika. From Hokitika he was promoted to C'iiief Clerk in the Lands Office at Nelson, and when the Forest Service was established became Chief Clerk at Head Office at Welling ton. Abatit six weeks ago. Mr .Maefarlane met with an accident in Wellington streets, striking his head accidentally against an iron pillar. He was indisposed for a time, and later not feeling well, took his annual leave to secure rest and returned to Nelson where his wife has a Musical Academy. While at home he became worse, and an obsess formed on the brain. All operation became necessary, and was lierformed on Saturday morning, but death occurred later. The late Mr Maefarlane was a very popular figure here , and in the old football days played with distinction for the red and blacks. His wife and lUmghter who reside in Nelson, are also very well known, and to them the greatest sympathy will lie extended. Messrs .1. C. .Maefarlane, and Mr Colin Maclarhino of this town, and Mr W. Mac I'arl,.one of Invercargill, are brothers, while his sisters include Mrs Grinimnnd (of Ross), Mrs Strauohnn, Mrs Winchester and Mrs Brook in the North Island.

AVe sell Ford Vehicles and demonstrate what we sell. Our Ford Car did the Nelson trip and back a fortnight ago without trouble of any kind It did over (100 miles for the week. Since then the little “bus"’ has done the South Wistland trip to AVataroa (within 30 miles of Wailio (Racier), over rivers, and the once-fainous hut now difficult road between Ross and Ferguson's, nearly another 300 miles. The latter journey was without a

trouble of any kind, not even a pune- . I tine, and driven all the way by the I man who first brought the Ford to ! the West Coast, and who still sticks to Ford ears and troucks. If you are in- * terestid, let's talk to you about the . new prices and conditions. Mark . Sprol and Co.. Ltd. (ireymouth. sell- * j ittg agents.—Advt. ‘ j More effective than any mixture in i J stopping a cold is “NAZOL.” Penoi | trating and germ-killing. Keep it : j handy in home, shop or office. 60 i ! doses Is fid. | Don’t forget to call at Paterson and , Lloyd’s (late Patorsons’) opposite Na- ; tionnl Bank, Revell St. Our values are j right. All colours in Jap crepes Is 7\d ; i heavy double white sheets 22s 6d per ! pair. Single 12s fid. An inspection | will convince you that our prices are (beyond comparison. Agents for C. Tay_ i lor and Co., Expert Dyers and Dry i French Cleaners. All classes of work I done. Satisfaction guaranteed. Mail j orders promptly attended to and money j cheerfully refunded if goods are unsatisi factory. Box 86, Hokitika.—-Advt. i Pure, piquant and low in pricosr-, ( Sharland’s AHnegar. Made from the | finest ingredients. Used oq the best * fables,—Advt

The louse of 258 acres of bush land at Hau Hau is offered for application in this issue.

This changeable weather makes you feel the need of a comfortable' coatfrock. Lloyds have them to suit every figure and every purse. Get 0110 now -

Gheering News! foul reductions in Motor Vehicles, Cars and Trucks. Five seater Ford, with electric lights, blio, f.ob. Wellington, one ton truck Msirk Sprot a,nd Co., 'Greymouth, West Coast Selling Agents.—Advt.

The sad news was received yesterday forenoon of the death at Christchurch of Mr William X. Webley, connected with the firm of Webley, Sons and Gcfton. The cause of death was peritonitis. The late Mr Webley was mairied to Miss Ina Sweney formerly of Hokitika, sister of Mrs G. Raine, and Mr H. TV. R. Sweney. Much sympathy will'be lelt for Mrs Webley in her very sad bereavement.

A dairv stock sale of interest to farmers will take place at Preston Road salevartls on Saturday, Octooer os when 80 Canterbury dairy-bred springing heifers -Coast wintered) will he offered for sale by Dalgetv and ( <>., Ltd., under instructions from Messrs McQueen and Gluey. In addition o<» two, three and four-year-old steers, six three vear-old heifers and six cows will come 'under the hammer. The dairybred springing heifers are a splendid line and will he sold in lots to suit buvers.

The heavy rain over the week-end caused a had wash out to the southern approach to Wataroa bridge on the Main South Road. The damage was caused by the flooding of the creek which intersects the approach road and traffic was interrupted for some time. Owing to the block on the road the caravn party was not al>le to proceed beyond Haii Hari. and returned t town last evening. The large piettie parties destined for Lake Kanierl yesterday also abandoned tlieir outing, and wound up the day with an impromptu dance at the Supreme Hall. Some fishermen who spent the holiday at Lake Kanicri were rewarded with a good bag of quinnnt salmon.

Ladies, put your heads together to see how quickly you can get all New Zealand using "NO-R 1 BRING” Laundry Help, the famous dirt ejector.—E. J. Llovd, agent for “NO-RUBRING.”

Bathing costumes in all sizes. Hoys’ from 2s fld. men’s 3s fid, Is and Is fid. Kit bags 27s fid, leather suit eases Cos to 955; also a few pair of white cot blankets at lfis fid pair at T\ . H. Stopforth’s, opposite W. E. Williams, chemist.