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Hokitika Guardian, 28 December 1922, Page 2

The Grey Jockey Club races take I place on to-morrow (Friday), Monday and Wednesday. Splendid acceptances have been received for the first day. Trains leave Hokitika for Grey each : dav at fi.so a.in. and 10 11.nl. _

Why not make your own tent? One made from Lloyd’s 80in. sheeting at 4s a yard will work out much cheaper than a ready-made. We have also a large stock of mosquito nets, and n low line in towels suitable for camping and bathing. Order of Masses and services at St. Mary’s Parish on Sunday next:—Hokitika, 8 a. 111., 10 a. 111., 7 p.m. ; Arahura, S a.in. ; Kokutahi, 10 a. lll. ;no Mass in Kanieri next Sunday. 011 New Year’s Day—Hokitika, 0.30 a. lll. 8 n.m.; Kanieri, 7 a. 111.

In view of the definite intention of the Government to hand over the Kll- - main road to the Westland County Council, that body will meet at the usual date next month to deal with the matter. The usual holiday adjournment will not he observed on this occasion. Meantime, the officers of the Council are engaged in preparing a report on the condition of tlie road and bridges along the route of -15 miles which is to become the care of the Council after the 31st March next.

Mr T. 10. V. Seddon returned to tlie Const on Boxing Ray, and was present at the Hokitika races yesterday, being welcomed very heartily by numerous friends, all of whom were pleased to learn -Mrs Seddon was making very good progress and hojK*d to return homo next week. .Mr Seddon lias resumed the practice of his profession with Hannan and Seddon, barristers and Solicitors, Grey-mouth, and will reside permanently’ in the northern town.

On Monday next (New Year's Day), there will lie a grand sports programme on Cass Square. This year the Caledonian Society and Hokitika Cycling Cluh have joined together to ensure a first class ' gathering. There will be good cycling events, chopping and sawing, and running events, sonic of the handicaps appeared in our yesterday’s issue. Then there will be also a number of Scottish dancing items, for which nominations have conic from all parts of the Const. The Pipe Hand will be present, and there will be games and races for the young people, so that a very pleasant afternoon should be assured.

The death took place at Christchurch on Tuesday morning of Mr A. E. G. Rhodes. Deceased was a well-known public man, mid a former Mayor of Christchurch. In 1892 Mr Rhodes married Miss Rose Moorhouse, a bn the) of Mr W. Sefton Moorhouse, one t

the Superintendents of the Province of Canterbury. Mr Rhodes is survived by Mrs Rhodes, and leaves one son, Captain Tabu Rhodes, M.V.0., (who married the Hon. Helen Plunkot, eldest daughter of the late Lord Pluuket, onetime Governor of New Zealand), and one daughter who is liiariied to Major G. F. Hutton. D. 5.0.. of Bangor, Hawkins.

The demand for our Warner’s and D. and A. Corsets is still going strong. Special value in men’s and hoy’s clothing, shirts, collars and tits are offering at special tempting price. Inspection cordially invited. Come early and it will repay you at Schroder and Co’s. Is discount in the £ for cash.—Advt.

Nothing equals “NAZOL” for putting colds and Hn,v Fever to rout, Irihfllo or take it o'] sugar. Is dd. An ideal spirit for both senes.— V'OLFE’S SCUNApp) .

Summer salads cal! for SHARLARD’S VINEGAR, Pure and piqiic ant Brewed Item pur© eaisa sugar,

Mails which left Wellington on loth November, for United Kingdom etc., via San Francisco, arrived in London on the 21st. instant.

Mr H. hi. Coulson, Dental Surgeon, announces a substantial post war reduction in dental fees, especially for artificial teeth, as from December Ist 1922.—Advt.

The West Coast Caledonian Society having made arrangements with Mr Moore for the Theatre on Monday Ist January, it being picture night, the Society desires to thank him for same. In arranging the programme, patrons will have the pleasure of hearing some first class artists rendering Scottish items: Miss Connelly, Mr Croft (of Blenheim), Mr G. Struthers( of Christchurch), Mr J. Leitcli (Greymoutli), and the best local talent,. We are sure the Society are maintaining their high class concert for their National Night, and as the prices are moderate —.‘is and 2s—the public will realise that they "ill thoroughly enjoy the entertainment.

Ladies desirous of purchasing a useful present for t licit gentlemen friends cannot do better than pay us an early visit. A few gift suggestions. Wide end ties Is lid to 7s fid, knitted ties 3s 6tl to 7s fid, initial handkerchiefs. ]s fid. silk handkerchiefs 4s lid. coloured silk pocket handkerchiefs, os fill, silk shirts with or without collars 21s. Fuji silk shirts, plain 30s, striped (collar lo match) 33s fid ; also a splendid range of striped hand and tennis shirts 7s (id to 13s fid. Addison’s. —Advt. Call and see' the new holiday apparel now on display at McGruer’s. Lovely braided costumes nml 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 ale lower. We’ll he a!! hustle soon, shop now in comfort. MoGruor’s (Westland), Ltd., headquarters for Santa Claus’, Greymoutli and Hokitika.— Aelvt.

Just a rub of liquid “TAN-OL” makes home a brighter place. Polishes floors, furniture and leather goods. Also in paste-form. Shirts! Shirts 1 Shirts 1 The. shirts to wear for those who care! Men’s band shirts, latest, stripes with collar to match, sizes 1 to 8. Prices 9s O.i to 27s fid. Men’s latest canoe and tennis shirts from 9s. Boys hand shirts, collars to match 7s fid to 8s fid. Boy’s canoe sliirts, cream and white 6s to 7s fid. Tennis sliirts Gs, striped 7s fid at W. H. Stnpforth’s.—Advt. . An agreeable aperient for ladies, children and infants is SHARLAND’S FLUID MAGNESIA. Sweetens the stomach. Cooling and health-giving.