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Hokitika Guardian, 31 January 1923, Page 2

At Westport a mail named 'William Erie Smith, of Mokihinui. was remanded on light bail on a charge of indecent assault on a male at Gramty.

Mr (’. Larsen, of Larsen and Co., plumbers and tinsmiths lett. this mol nj„.r for the north. Mr Turley who is in"'choree will be pleased to receive orders ami give advice at their premises, Novell St., from Monday next.

It is a symbol of skilful designing of faithfulness in construction—' of conscientious workmanship and real artist,i vin finish. “Harley s furniture freight paid to your nearest station. Correspondence invited—our only address. Harley’s Ltd., Greymoutli.

Infeeioiis and other notifiable diseases reported in the Canterbury-Wes. Coast Health District during the week ended noon on .Monday totalled 13, as follows:—Holler: .Scarlet lever. 1 : diphtheria, 1. Grey: Diphtheria. 1. North Canterbury: Scarlet fever, 1; diphtheria, 2; tuberculosis, 3; erysipe-' las, 2; pneumonia, 1. South Canterbury: Tuberculosis, 1.

A Guaudian representative who had the pleasure of hearing the Kosina Huekman Company in Greymoutli last night describes the concert party as a most enjoyable company. Every artist is quite delightful, and had a wonderful reception in the northern town, where the audiences were delighted. The party is on holiday at the V.’aiho Glacier for the next three days, and will appear at-Hokitika on Saturday night. Lovers of music in town and district should not miss what is certain io be a memorable concert next Saturday evening.

When about 30 miles from Lyttelton* Heads on Sunday morning, the s.s. Canopus struck a- huge sea- monstci which hung across the stem about IoL on each how. It was rather a ghastl.v sight, as the stem penetrated the men. star’s great- body. The head \appeared to ho about oft across, tapering to a sharp-pointed snout, with huge protruding eyes. Tim captain ordered the helm to starboard, and then to port, but the stem was so embedded in the monster that it was impossible to shake it clear. Eventually the ship bad to be stopped and backed astern before the bulk slipped down to the depths.

Mr James Hutton, M.A., 1.L.15., who ! lias I wen selected out of twenty-four | applications for the position of Director of the Greymoutli Technical High School, had a brilliant university career being a graduate in Arts and Law of the University of New Zealand. He also holds the certificate in practical chemistry prescribed for the B.Se. degree. Mr Hutton has had twenty-two years’ experience in teaching in all classes of schools, primary and secondary. Ho was for two years headmaster

of the Blackball School. He holds the position of headmaster of the Southbridge District High School. You will save big money if you act quickly. Great summer sale now on at McGruer’s, the great bargain centre. Record price reductions in every Department; special big purchase of 2000 ladies blouses in voile, zepnyr, crepe etc., usually 8s lid to 19s 6d each, now 3s lid. 4s lid., 5s lid and 7s lid. Make our store your shopping headquarters. IVe guarantee economy and satisfaction. McGruer’s (Westland) Ltd., Hokitika and Greymouth.— Advt.

For all purposes requiring a pure, full-flavoured, piquant Vinegar, we recommend SHARLAND’S VINEGAR. Brewed from pure oane sugar.

Miss D. Learmont of Kanieri notifies that she will resume all classes on Saturday next, Feb. 3rd.—Advt. An inspection of members of Hokitika Fire Brigade will be made tonight at 8 o’clock by Inspector F T. , Hugo. ! Chautauqua is coming, February 14-17, Opera House, Hokitika. Season tickets only from Mr L. Aldridge.— Advt. The second article dealing with the Agricultural Development of the Most Coast appears in the daily “Press” of Monday, Jan. 29th. Copies are procurable at King’s, stationer. T 1 le death is recorded of a very old lleofton resident, Mr Robert Olin. He was a Finn by birth, 67 years of age and a well-known character, often called “Bob the Gunner.” He was for many years a quartz miner. In connection with the request of the Greymouth AVar Memorial Committee made to Mr 1). Tennant to attend the meeting of the Committee to explain charges made in previous public statements, the latter wrote declining to attend the meeting, but expressing willingness to attend a meeting of subscribers if called, and referring to the action of the chairman of the Committee. It was resolved to return tho letter to Mr Tennant with contempt. On Monday night at the local swimming baths an electric light carnival will ho held, the main object being to raise funds to pay oil the cost oi restoring tha baths and installing the r, ti,. noitm- so mil v swinimmrr votaries

1111 w enjoy. lilt' band "ill lie in attendanco, ami with the- presence of a number of visiting swimmers I t orn tins north, the event .should prove one ol .special attraction. Prices of admission "ill he at popular rates, and the attendance should he very large. Several contested events are being arranged for, as well as interesting swimming frolics and (living exhibitions »vlucii ni c. 1 sure to be very enter*aiuiog.

The Orcymouth Howling Club will ho represented at the Westport tournament by the lollowing:- Jt inks : M ■ Graham, \\ . Scott, 1). McKay, 1Jones (s,); G. T. Moss, I. Wise, I. Buck. \Y. Blair (>.); d. Hannan F. Baldwin, J. Sharpe. W. Fletcher, (s.); J. W’. Chalk, .1. ( . Gittos, J. Timscott, J. Tfing (si. Bairs—Scott and McKay (s): Graham and Jones (>)) : Moss and Buck is-; Wise and Blair (>) : Hannan and Baldwin (s); Fletcher and Sharpe (s): Chalk and Bing (s): dittos and Truscott (s): Ross and Mclndoe (s). The eoncliiding games in the pairs championship competition of the Dominion tournament, which took place at Auckland Inst: week, were worthy of the oaension, the spectators being provided with sensational play in the final between MeCallnin and Edwards (Temulca) and Rigby and Tonkin (North-East Valley, Dunedin). The Temiikn pair made a great recovery after the eigliteenth head, "hen they '-lemd fl-ir. h\ i\ ing 17 all mi the 21st. and winning on replaying the whole game (according to the rules) by one point.

Messrs Mark Sprot and Co. Ltd., have been appointed West Coast distributors for Bell’s “Special Reserve” Scotch Whisky, the territory including from Murchison to South Westland. Bell’s Scotch Whisky i.- the only standard draught whisky sold by the Koval Oak Hotel Wellington, Grand Auckland and Grand Wellington, and leading clubs through New Zealand. Bell’s is now the leading line in New Zealand and is a fully matured Scotch whisky. Shipments are expected to arrive' early next month when the firm will he. pleased In supply.—Mark Sprot and Co. Ltd., Greymoutli; sole distributors for “West Coast.—Advt. The finest Fluid Magnesia is Sll ARLAND’S. More freshly made than imported kinds. Guaranteed highest strength and purest quality. Larger bottle—lower price.

Paterson and Lloyd’s advertise a special reduction and concession with boy’s suits and also announce that C. Taylor and Co’s latest price list for dyeing and cleaning shows substantial reductions. All classes of work undertaken and satisfaction guaranteed. We have a large assortment of general drapery, hoys and men's clothing the quality and prices to please all pockets. We guarantee prompt attention, and satisfaction or your money will ho cheerfully refunded. A trial solicited. You will not he disappointed. Paterson and Lloyd’s. The Economic Diapers, opposite National Bank. Re veil St. Box BG, Hokitika..—Advt. After meals take a little SIT ARLAN D’S FLUID MAGNESIA. Prevents acidity and headache. Sharland's is fi ?sh, pure, agreeable.