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Hokitika Guardian, 11 December 1922, Page 2

150 pairs Afen’s hardwenring buckskin trousers. Xmas price 11s 6d a pair only aA; Hallenstein Bros.. Ltd. Revell Street.—Advt. A complimentary social will he tendered to Air W. D. ALuekay at the Public Hall, Rimu on Wednesday evening to mark appreciation of residents of his long and faithful services as headmaster of Woodstoc-k school. Messrs AV. Jeffries and Co will sell by public auction at AVataroa on Saturday next on behalf of Ah - J. C. Mcßae, milk cows in profit, cows heifers and hull, and at the AVataroa hotel commencing at 11 a.m. the whole of the pigs, poultry, traps and harness etc. Particulars appear in this issue. A reminder is given of the public meeting, adjourned from last week, to he held at the Town Hall, Rimu, to ; urge upon the Government the necessity of establishing a State forestry nursery and plantation. The meeting takes place to-morrow (Tuesday) night at 8 o’clock.

A drowning accident occurred on Thursday at Granity, a hoy named William AlcAlullan being- the victim, fie appears to have fallen into a creek when looking for gigis in the hush. His parents are well-known Afillerton residents, for whom there will he sincere sympathy in their sad loss.

Owing to Airs Toni Xeddon’s health not being satisfactory. Air and Airs Seddon are leaving Greymouth to-mor-row for Hanmer. Mr Seddon will lie absent for a few days, but hopes to letnrn in time for the Christmas holidays. Meantime. Mr Seddon, by advertisement asks that accounts in respect to his candidature at the recent election he rendered to Mr T. P. Ryan of Greymouth, or Mr D. J. Evans, Hokitika for attention. 16 doz. Men’s beautifully assorted wide-end ties Xmas price Is lid only at Hallenstein Bros.. Ltd., Revell St. —Advt. Sittings of the Supreme Court, for the trial of criminal and civil cases, and of cases under the Divorce and Alatriinonial Causes Act, 1908, will he held at tho Supreme Court Houfce, Hokitika, to commence on the following days at 11 a.m. :—-Wednesday 14th. AI arch; Wednesday 20th. June; AVednesday, 10th. September.

Mr T .E. V. Seddon was a visitor to Hokitika oil Saturday afternoon and was heartily welcomed by numerous supporters. In another column, Air Seddon returns thanks for past support and indicates if occasion requires his services in the political arena in the future, they will not he withheld. AIY Seddon feels that he has a special attachment to the Westland electorate which he will be glad to serve always to the best of his ability. Brighter floors and purnituro—brighter hours for mother! “TAN-OL,” the liquid polish for floors, furniture and leather goods, saves work and expense. Don’t leave it too late by neglecting to inspect Soliroder 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 Schroder and Co.—Advt. Just a rub of liquid “TAN-OL” makes home a brighter place. Polishes floors, furniture and leather goods, Also in paste-form. A sure and pleasant specific for removing worms is WADE’S TjypßM. FIGSL

Hoiis Dowiiie Stewart and Anderson left Dunedin for Wellington on Saturday morning.

A largo sailing vessel put in an appearance in the roadstead tins moining, and then went north towards Greymo'uth. Preston’s, famous for their Xmas cakes, are now taking orders, and recpiest they be made as early as possible to save disappointment.

At the Auoklad Magistrate’s Court oli Friday ;a yduth was fined 20s for throwing* an egg during Mr HallSkolton’s political meeting on "Wednesday night. ’ On Wednesday afternoon on the premises of Mr it. S. Galbraith, Government House, Messrs M. Houston and Co. will sell by public auction the whole of the valuable first-class furniture and effects.

30 doz. Men’s fancy bordered handkerchiefs all 11 bargain Xmas price 2 2s Od only at Hnllenstein Bros. Ltd., Itevell St.—Advt.

There is to be a very wide range of articles offeied at the Methodist Sale of Work to Le held at the Town Hall, next 'Wednesday afternoon and evening: Competitions of various kinds and the first appearacc of the Hokitika Orchestra promises to he a big attraction. The sale opens at 2.30 p.m., and the first item by the Orchestra will he given at 8 p.m.

The death took place at Auekfhnd yesterday of Mr Clement L: Wragge, at the age of 70. He had a paralytic seizure at Sanson, about a fortnight ago, while on a lecturing tour. He had resided at Brkenhead for the last twelve years. He was born at- Stourbridge, England. He founded the Ben Nevis Observatory, and then joined the Sputli Au.stritiiau Survey: Later he became Governilment Meteroldgist for Queensland, ana he aftcrwdrds founded the Mount Koscinsko Übservatorv in New, South Wales: He leaves a widow and a sdn.

Referring to the: election the Dunedin “Star” siiys: “The rejection of Sir Frederick Lang, the ex-Speaker, which will make the greatest individual reverse for the Reform Party in the event of the Hon E. P. Lee retaining his seat, affords- the opportunity for sentimental objection. Only Dr Thacker disappears unwept, and Mr Malcolm’s dethronement will he unmourned in Dunedin, the memory of the hospital separation business being still acute. But we are sincerely sorry that Mr Tom Seddon has to sever a family connexion with Westland extending uninterruptedly over fortythree years.”

Some little Hokitika girls worked very hard making saleable articles for a bazaar. Mrs Yarrall most kindly lent her house for the occasion. Though handicapped by inclement weather, the affair came off very successfully on Saturday afternoon. At 2.30 p.m. the Mayoress declared the bazaar open and iron) then on things went merrily. The promoters were able to donate the sum of £4 Is to the Hokitika Beautifying Association i" aid of the funds for the purchase of seats for Cass Square. The Beautifying Association heartily thank the young citizens and most kindly appreciate their help.

Shirts! Shirts! 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 6<l. Men’s latest canoe and tennis shirts from 9s. Boys band shirts, collars to match 7s Gd to 8s Gd. Boy’s canoe shirts, cream and white 6s to 7s Gd. Tennis shirts Gs, striped 7s Gd at W. H. Stopforth’s.—Advt. Paterson and Lloyd’s, the economic drapers, opposite National Bank, Beveil St., are making a special Xmas offer in Jap crepes, all colours Is Gd yard. Every customer making a purchase up to Xmas is given free a ballcon for the children. This is youi chance to secure something for nothii g : also to purchase serviceable and useful Xmas presents at reasonable prices. The values are right. The quality is good. The prices are reasonable. The rest is left to yourself to decide. Agents for C. Taylor and To., expert dyers and dry French cleaners. All classes of work done, satisfaction (guaranteed. Mail orders promptly attended to. Box BG. Hokitika.

“NO-RUBBING” Laundry Help means better times for housewives ami better business for us. Particular cooks stipulate SHARLAND’S VlNEGAß—brewed from pure cane sugar. Rich and piquant. Call and see the new holiday apparel now on display at McGruer’s. Lovely braided costumes and dress frocks, woven silk dresses and jumpers, model millinery, silk hosiery and gloves, dainty underwear, fancy goods, toys and gift goods. Our selection is larger and more attractive, and the prices are lower. AVe’ll bo all hustle soon, shop now in comfort. MoGruer’s (Westland), Ltd., headquarters for Santa Claus, Greymouth and Hokitika. — Advt. Schroder and Co. the Leading Drapers, stock a large variety of Warner’s rust-proof corsets and corselettes. This ensures your obtaining a perfect fitting, stylish model to suit your individual requirements. Inspection ; n vited. Price much less than usual.— Advt. WOLFE'S SCHNAPPS vasUv superior to all other stimulants The fine flavour, strength, and purity of SHARUAND’S VINEGAR, brewed from pure cane sugar, cannot be surpassed.