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Hokitika Guardian, 9 December 1922, Page 2

The entries for Monday’s fat stock sale at Arahura appear in this issue. 150 Men’s harthvearing buckskin trousers Xmas price 11s 6d. at Hallenstein Bros., Ltd., Revel! St. A line of ■ best quality white Jap crepe at Is 5d yd. to hand at Mrs J. Lloyd’s. Also spunjo, a double width matcral a.t 3s lid. Air and Mrs Elcock, of Benniston, suffered the sad loss of their youngest son, Thomas Rone, who died of diptlieria, on Wednesday “alter being ill fo‘r only 30 hours. Wo note that Miss Peggy Wells, Kanieri, has passed her examination in Rudiments of Music Advanced tirade, (Miss Daly A.T.C.L.) and aiso her practical examination Advanced Grade. Royal Academy of Music, (Miss J. Lama,croft, L.A.8.) Yesterday the weather continued damp, light rain falling at intervals. The night was extremely wet, a heavy downpour taking place, while to-day there was a light rain falling at intervals, the conditions being very damp. Mrs Elizabeth Jones, reloot of the late G. IV. Jones passed awav at Westport on Wednesday morning in her 91st year. Deceased was n native ot London. The late Mr and M?s Jones came to New Zealand in 1807 l»y the sailed Cissy, landing at Nelson. In 1874 they took up their permanent 'residence at Westport. .Mrs Jones was predeceased by linr husband liv over twenty years. She is survived by five married daughters.

When the north train from Wanganui to New Plymouth was approaching the Whenuakura bridge the drivel'. Ml’ P. Keenan, when rounding a curve noticed a truck being dragged along oh its side, lie immediately put on the brakes, and succeeded in pulling up the train about 30 yards from the bridge. llis prompt act prevented the disaster that must have occurred had the train reached the bridge. Examination showed that the rear axle of the truck was broken.

We would draw our readers attention to the advertisement of the Sale of Work in connection with the Methodist Church, which appears in another column. The event this year will be nfarked by several new attractions including the first public appearance of the Hokitika Orchestra. Another original feature is the Juvenile Stalls, being the work of the elder girls and boys of the Sunday School. The sale opens next Wednesday afternoon in the Town Hall at 2 p.tri.

it is stated that when a Shannon constable waited on a local resident with a significant piece of blue paper having relation to the recent raid on the alleged two-up school, the latter made the cryptic remark that Rtitana was not in it with the officer of the law as a healer. The constable asked for further light on the \subject, and his informant said there was one man present who had been doubled up with rheumatism and various other complaints for sonic time, and only got about with difficulty, but when the constable appeared on the scene none of those present were able to head the sufferer off.—Shannon “News.”

Freemasonry in Samoa is to come under the jurisdiction of the Grand Lodge of New Zealand. For some time past there has been a desire on the part of the inhabitants of the group to form Alasonic lodges, but the question of control has hitherto remained unsettled. Last week, however, a cable message was received intimating that the Grand Lodge of England lmd approved a proposal that, as Samoa is now being administered politically by New Zealand, under the mandate’of the League of Nations, it shall also he directed from the Dominion as regards Freemasonry. The Grand I.edges of Ireland and Scotland are also parties to tho arrangement.

The Committee of the Westland Racing Club met at 9 o’clock last evening. Present:—-Messrs- W. E. Williams (chair)). Thompson, Wliile.v. McGregor, Yarrall, Rutland, Houston, Alclntiish, Keller, Evans and Dr Teicheliiiann. Tlie nominations received for the Christmas meeting were reported, and received as very i-ntis-faetorv. There are a total of 211, as against 214 last year. The number 61 horses entered reaches the very satisfactory total of (50, thus assuring a well supported meeting, and good fields throughout. The class of horse engaged was considered generally very satisfactory. It was notified that Air C'. H. Gorton of Christchurch, would he Deputy Stipendiary Steward; All A. Scott ‘of Wellington, Totalisator Inspector, and Air AY. Tillyshort of Greynioutli, Racecourse Inspector. The Chairman reported the arrangements for the meeting were well In hand. Airs AleWhirter would be in charge of the tea rooms, which as usual would be conducted by the Club. It was resolved to sell the rights to the booths and sweets stall on Friday afternoon next at 2.30 o’clock, and it was resolved to restrict the bidding solely to licensed victuallers. Fresh signals would he introduced to notify the starting, and a permanent scratching hoard was to bo erected in the ibird cage. It was reported a very handsome silver cup was being procured as the trophy for the principal event, for which an excellent string of entries have been received. Tho cup was valued at £3O. and the licensed victuallers are again contributing to tlie cost- ol same. Air Bold. Lynn was elected a member ol the Club. It was reported Air Sellers, Secretary of the N.Z. Racing Conference was expected to visit the district in February, and it was resolved to arrange for the entertainment of tlie official during his holiday on the Coast.

Call and see the new holiday apparel now oil display at AlcGruer’s. Lovely braided costumes aud dress frocks, woven silk dresses and jumpers, model millinery, silk hosiery and gloves, dainty underwear, fancy goods, toys am. gift goods. Our selection is larger and more attractive, and the prices are lower. AW 11 be all hustle soon, shop now in comfort. AloGruer’s- (AVestland), Ltd., headquarters for Santa Claus, Greynioutli and Hokitika.— Advt. Schroder and Co. the Leading Drapers, stock a largo variety ol AVarner’s rust-proof corsets and eorselettes. This ensures your obtaining a perfect fitting stylish model to suit ynur individual requirements. Inspection 'n vited. Price much less than usual,— Advt. WOLFE'S SCHNAPPK v»slL Qrv pnfinf t'i nil other Ptiimilsflts,

A notice in eonnectibn with the registration of Masseurs appears in this issue.

Notice of lost scrip of the Kokatnhi Dairy Factory Coy., Ltd., appears in this issue. A notification in the assigned estate og Aldridge and Adamson, A. aud A. stores, appears in this issue. Additional entries to Messrs IV. Jeffries and Co’s stock sale at Hari Hari on Friday next appears in this issue. 10 doz. Men's beautifully assoited Men’s Ties, Xmas price Is lid at Hallenstein Bros., Ltd., Revell St. The order of church services for St Mary’s parish to-morrow are—Hokitika 8 a.m.'and 7 p.m.; Kokatalii 10 a.m. To mark the opening of a large additional room, Stow’s have arranged a, ■ particularly fine orchestral programme for this evening.—Advt. The bowling match between Hokitika and Grey mouth Clubs arranged for today was postponed, owing to the unfavorable weather conditions, until next Saturday.

Something useful and lasting as a Xmas gift, Harley's special A.I. table silver. All orders postage paid to your door. Note the address, Harley’s Grey mouth. *

To-night! To-night! The Night for a Dance! Come along to the Supreme Hall this evening and have a good night’s enjoy. The dance is being run by the Kiwi Cricket Club. Good floor. Good music. Admission Is.—Advt. Don’t forget to visit tlie Rendezvous this evening and have straw-berries-and cream. Patrons say that the Rendezvous ice creams are the best procurable anywhere. To-day we have two delightful new specials Maliinapua special and Mexican ice cream soda. The musical selections this evening will be of their usual high standard.—Advt. Referring to the Farmers’ Union manifesto, Air Flyger told a meeting of farmers at Shannon that so long as railage, freights, interest, etc , are kept up we would be in trouble with the cost of export of our productions, and lie would strongly support ih" establishment of a producers’ slopping line, with reasonable Government support and supervision. He pointed out that at present to export an 8001 b bullock costs £l3 before there was anything for the producer.

An amusing story of the early days of Dunedin is told in Afr Duii’la.fin's hook, “The Malting of Australasia.” In IIHB a Scottish colony consisting of members of the Free Kirk, led by Captain Cargill aild tlie Rev Thomas Burns, a nephew of Robert Burns, settled in Otago and established tlie village of Dunedin, which made steady but slow progress. It was there that the deliberations of tlie embryo Parliament were disturbed by the dauglitei of one of the members, a tailor, who called out to her father: “Andra has eoine for his breelcs.”

During the commotion on the railway station at Palmerston North, when His Excellency the GovernorGeneral was being mot by members ol the Wellington Choral Union, an old nian obviously past the allotted span, approached a. “Alanawatu Times” reporter. “What’s all the fussr” he enquired. “That’s Lord Jellicoe,” explained the-pressman. The old man stroked his whiskers reflectively, “well that’s a of a fuss to make over a lawyer, why, way back in tho sixties we ,’’ bit the bystanders were laughing.

Shirts! Shirts 1 Shirts! The shirts to wear for those who care! Men’s band shirts, latest stripes with collar to match, sizes 1 to 8. Prices 9s 6d to 27s (id. Afen’s latest canoe and tennis shirts from 9s. Boys band, shirts, collars to match 7s 6d to 8s 6d. Boy’s canoe shirts, cream and white 6s to 7s 6d. Tennis shirts 6s, striped 7s 6d at AVA®. Stopforth’s.—Advt.

Pure cane sugar produces finest table Vinegar. Try SHARLAND’S VINEGAR and prove it. Alnst economical to buy and Use.

Don’t forget to call at Paterson and Lloyd’s (late Patersons’) opposite Na tional Bank, -Revell St. Our values are right. All colours in Jap crepes Is 7}d ; heavy double white sheets 22s 6d per pair. Single 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. Hotitikn.—Advt An economy hint—lnsist on getting SHARLAND’S FLUID MAGNESIA, Fresher than the imported. 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 to make your selection. Special inducements are now offering at Sehro-Vr and Co.—Advt. In bulk or bottle, SHARLAND’S VINEGAR, leads for strength, flavour and purity. Brewed from best cane sugar. Insist on SHARLAND’S.