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Hokitika Guardian, 23 March 1923, Page 2

Tenders for erection of the Ten Mite bridge, "Westport to Greymouth coast road are invited in this issue. The annual Harvset Thanksgiving Services will he held in the Methodist Church next Sunday. Gifts of (lowers, vegetables, etc., will he welcomed. Nominations for all events at the Reefton Jockey Club’s autumn meeting close on Saturday evening next at 9 o'clock. Reefton telegraph office closes at 8 p.m. Mr A. Gillanders, of Sale Street, is inviting tenders in this issue for the erection of a six roomed house. Tenders close at the residence, Sale Street, on Thursday next. I’rixe money in connection with' the Westland A. and I’. Association will he paid out on Saturday. March 21th. on application to the Secretary, Mr J. Jarman, at his office. Hamilton Street. - -Advt. It’s easy to own a sewing machine these days and you cannot afford, to waste time, money and patience in enduring the monotony of hand sewmg or the limitations of all old-fashioned machine. Jt will repay you to con: nil. Harleys about the Standard Sewing Machines—they are simple—silent—and speedy running. in the course of an interview on ids; return to Christchurch from the West Coast Mr Jenkiu (President of the Canterbury Industrial Association) said that in Lis opinion, quite a number of Christchurch residents would erect* week-end cottages at Lake Brunner and Lake Kanicri, when easy railway access was available.

The. Exhibition Council is calling a meeting of motor proprietors with a view to compiling information with regard to district transport, and when the information is collated distributing, the information through the N.Z. Tourist Department, and travel agencies of the Dominion and overseas. The motor proprietors are to meet at the County Chambers at 7.15 on Monday night to discuss the matter. At 8 o’clock the same evening the Exhibition Council will meet to further advance preliminary matters in regard to exhibition proposals.

Is there any “beneficial” insect tpo • combat with the' sandfly? was one of the questions put to Dr R. J. Tillyard at the conclusion of a lecture at the ! Timaru Y.M.C.A. The reply was that tlit' sandfly is a native of New Zealand, j ami that it was almost impossible to do ! anything for native pests. The subject was licing investigated by one of . Dr Tillyard’s research students at Cawtliron Institute, and his conclusion was ilmt tlie more trout there were in Dominion rivers, the more sandflies there would he, Isecause the trout teed greedily upon the. enemies of the sandfly, which was thus able to increase unmolested and unchecked.

After having passed the frontier at Rouse’s Point and getting on to the Canadian territory, motor tourists travelling from the United States into the province of Quebec, Canada, soon rcai'li the little village of Napiervilh*. The first hotel to he reached is named the “King Edward.” and they are confronted with a canvas sign stretched across the road informing them that it is their “First chance” to obtain a non-Pussyfoot drink. This, as is evident from the ears drawn up on the right-hand side of the road, is taken fu’l advantage ol alter the rigors of Prohibition in the territory left behind. On the return journey they are confronted on the other side of the canvas with the information that it is their "Last chance.” This seldom fails to have the effect of getting the traveller to pull up and take his final refreshment before passing into the “dry country once more.

Earthquakes occasionally play strange pranks, but not often tire they the means of giving life insurance clerks a holiday. This, however, was the case in 'Wellington on Monday. M hen the heads of departments and offiie clerks assembled to resume work in the A.M.P. office there, at 9 a.m. on the day following the earthquake, it was found that the strong-room door could not he opened. The massive steel harrier refused either to he coaxed or forced into opening by the combined and individual efforts of the staff. After all the “first aid” methods applicable to strong-room doors had been exhausted, it was concluded (says the “Dominion”) that there was nothing for it but tlie professional locksmith. The expert came along with the outfit and tried all manner of means to liberate the door. It was then clear to everyone that it was a long job and those of the staff who were concerned with the locked-up hooks were informed that their services would not be required for the rest of the day. which saddened them very much. After the door had been fought with for nearly the whole of the day, it- was concluded there was no way out hut to burn the lock with the acetone flame. The night was spent on the work, and it was accomplished by 10 a.m. next day.

Motorists! “Air friction” carburettors save you pounds by securing extra power, more miles per gal and easier starting. Scores of testimonials. Mantling Machinery Co., 5 Bedford Row. Christchurch.—Advt.

The newest and most reasonable price millinery is now on view at Schroder and Co. These are finding ready sale-—do not delay, otherwise you will miss a chance of getting value for your money. Inspection cordially invited by Schroder and Co.*-—Advt.

WOLFE’S SCHNAPPS vt an tive health preservation

I The name of the horse Foxglove was omitted from the list of nominations ' published for the Dominion (harness) trot at the Hokitika Easter meeting. i The sale of two publicans’ booths and the sweets’ stall at the Hokitika races ’ on Easter Wednesday, will take place at the Princess Theatre at 3 o’clock to- ‘ morrow afternoon. j Ford owners! Reliable automatic lutx i ricating system assured with King i oilers. Write for booklets Manning ' Machinery Co., 5 Bedford Row, Christchurch. —Advt. | All players, senior and junior ol the Marist Football Club and other sports interested in the above Club, are rc--1 quested to attend a meeting to be held in St Mary’s Club Rooms at 9 o clock next Saturday evening. Business important.—Advt. HALS. Laburnum which arrived in (irevniouth yesterday about 1 o clock, is a sister ship to HALS. \ eromea, | and is of 1201) tons register, with reeiprocnl engines generating 1800 h.p. I She is under Commander Sherston, 1 who has with him 1.00 officers and men. I The vessel carries two 4-inch guns, I four 3-pounders, and one quickhiing 1 anti-air gun. Since she left Auckland she has gone through her annual firing I practice in Wairaki Sound. ■ 'flic unsealing of the Blackball Mine ' to-morrow is eagerly awaited by numer- ; mis workers as well as the Company. Mr J. Watson, former manager ol Hie mine, and now Superintendent of TauS : piri Mines, will he present for the ocj casion, and also Mr J. A. ( . Bayne. ’ j Child Inspector of Mines. It is anticipated that the re-opening on this J occasion will reveal that the fire has t been got under sufficiently to allow of ! a resumption of coal production. ' Argus. 1 The death of Mr James McKay, forl merly of Hoefton and lnangahun Junc- | tion, took place at Auckland on March loth., after a long and painful illness. Bom in Hokitika 55 years ago. lie spent practically his whole life on the [ West Coast. He was educated at Knmarn and later removed to Reel ton. . afterwards taking over the liinngahiia . .function Hotel. He was at one time a member of the Bailor County Cmm- , cil. Some twelve years ago lie re- , moved to the North Island. Deceased - is survived by Ins widow, five sons and - three daughters. 1 I The trouble that lias arisen m toe , British Labour Parly over the acceptI nine of the King’s invitation to Buckingham Palace by prominent members : „f the party, has special interest to New Zealand, because of the tact that i members of the Official Labour Paiti i under Mr H. E. Holland’s leadership ■ do not (like other members of Parlia- ■ j meilt) attend functions given by his Excellency the Governor-General at | Government House, llis Excellency, | like the King, would no doubt he most glad to welcome Labour members of the House of Representatives at his official dinner parties. No doubt, also, 1 at least some of the New Zealand T.a----1 hour members would like to attend 1 hucli functions, luit it is understood 1 that they do not care to do so in view ' of what their constituents might think ' about it.

The Vancouver and Sail Francisco mail steamer subsidies were again the subject of discussion at the monthly meeting of hto Chamber of Commerce ut Dunedin last Wednesday evening. The fact that the South Island has to help to pay for the subsidies, although it derives little if any benefit from the services, has always been a sure point with traders, who see no reason why they should pay for services which give Auckland and Wellington a big advantage over Christchurch and Dunedin. The Government was roundly condemned for having failed to keep its promise to consider instituting a flat rate to all ports when the contracts fell due. "We are being slowly strangled by the Government and the shipping companies,’’ said one member. The question was finally referred to the executive, to see what action could be taken.

The “Free Lance" publishes a letter I rout a young lady who recently went from .Yew Zealand to try Iter luck at the Islands, writing from Nukualofa. Tonga, site says:—“Dear Uncle Hill,— I am slowly cooking in a little bell down here. The islands arc not what tbev arc cracked up to be. though Nukualofa is certainly the best as far as climate is concerned. Of course. 1 realise that 1 have, come at the very worst, time of the year; 'dripping time’ it is called. I believe. Jiivot's of perspiration pour down my back all day long, and as for my face, it, is mop. mop. mop. continually. I tell yon. Uncle Bill, 1 don’t go much on the climate. and the mosquitoes and times. They make love to me all day and all nigbt, in spite of nets and fans. .My feci and ankles and arms arc like ripe strawberries! Ob, bow T hate them. 1 have simply run out of cussing. Do yon think there will he any pests in Heaven. Uncle Bill!' Then the native churches get oil my nerves. They are more numerous than Tongans ; but one can't go to any of tbeir services, as the smell of cocoaniit oil, sandalwood, and warm natives is too awful for anything! 1 have to hold my nose every time f go near a native church. 1 can tell you this place needs some getting used to. However, the trip down made up for a lot. as it was beautifully calm and most enjoyable. I was only sick one da\, when we had a bit of a storm, and passengers and scratch crew* all went down. The captain and officers are past being civil. Scratch crews really drive them crazy."

Surplus Stock Sale. Four days only, commencing 'l'bursday. .March ‘22 ml. The low prices will give you the impression that we stole the good-. We were lucky and secured 40 cases of wearing apparel and household drapery at two-thirds of the ordinary values. This will bo a big and busy sale. Buy much and save much is the best advice we can give you. Ibe opportunity is right now. McGrucr’s. Hokitika and Oreymouth,—Advt.

Schroder and Co., are now fully prepared with Winter Furs, in Stoles and Wraps at exceptional value. The beautiful Furs include, skunk, silver fox, mole coney, black coney, kit fox, white thibet. imitation ermine. kolinsky wraps, imitation squirrel, bear, skunk goat, stranded goat, maralxmt wraps, natural bndgets, jackal, seal, and beaver. These have all been secured on favourable terms by Schroder and Co. Inspection invited.—Advt. 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 is the only standard draught whisky sold hv the Royal Oak Hotel Wellington. Grand Auckland and Grand Wellington, anti 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 bo plensed to supply.—Mark Sprot and Co. Ltd., Grc-.vrnouth; sole distributers for West Coast. —Advt.

Messrs McGruer’s (Westland) I-td., distribute an inset with this issoe, with particulars of special bargains offerings. | As Madame Me no re, the Fashion Furrier, is importing direct from England and America quality fur garments, her prices are exceedingly reasonable and she is doing a huge business at her Salon, corner of Cashel and Colombo Streets, Christchurch. She welcomes enquiries from the Coast. —Advt. j Full stocks of ladies ami children’s underwear are now showing at- Mrs J. . Lloyd’s. We have long and short j sleCved vests in fleeced cotton, merino, vedonis, ribbon and woven wool, bras- j sieves in all sizes, liberty and freedom bodices for the kiddies and corsets in | sizes ranging from 19 to 30. | Manv Wairarapa amateur gardeners have been puzzled over the second j bloom on the fruit trees this season. A ! Masterton nurseryman told the "Age” i recently that- this was actually next 1 spring’s bloom. Owing to the dry September, October, and November of last year, the buds were formed early, and the consistent rain ol 1' ebruary has caused the buds to break early, winch accounts for the present abundance ot bloom now, which will not tie apparent when spring arrives. Pure cane sugar produces finest table Vinegar. Try SHAH LAND’S VINEGAR, and prove it. Most economical to buy and use "NO-RCBBING” Laundry Help is a further triumph for New Zealand made goods, which we hereby confirm.—Hokitika grocers. Ouiclt relief from colds in the head or Hay Fever! “NAZOL” penetrates the tiniest passages and speedily destroys germs. Is Cd for 60 doses.