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Hokitika Guardian, 23 April 1923, Page 2

AtutofOS of England’s day, it was inappropriate that on tile eve of St. George's |)av. Mr Lloyd George should expound on the political situation in the Old Land. Ill's teview is in paint oj fact, u warning t.o the natii n t-> walk circumspectly. There is an old -eying with the leaders of public thought “to trust the ) copied' The mass opinion is not otuui astray, but it is well, while trusting the people to see that they are informed of the situation they bate to decide upon, and lave tin- upporlunity <4 realising the ( duxequeni es of their action pro and con, Mr Lloyd Geoige’s hut nightly contribution, or message to the people is pitched in the right vein. Ibe nia.-ses need informing by the responsibks, and not the irresponsible:-’ who so often constitute themselves exponents of pubic- thought on behalf of the elas-es. The time i- ripe for a wide propaganda if in-t rout icu as to the duties and obligations cf citizens, and the necessity for directing effort towards building up and not pulling down. The State rests uu the goodwill. of its people. The lot v;f the people requires to lie the liist care of the State through lie energy of those directing it. (Hit of the war period has come a demand for a better civilisation. and England is the best equip|od country to mould the new order of improved national life. Air Lloyd George has pointed to llle dangerahead. Those in responsible positions must he alive to the position and take up the task of remedying defects hotlines.

Tun General Manager of Railways lias intimated his decision that while the Arthur’s Bass tunnel remains under the control of the Public Works Department, the three sectional charges of railway tariff’ is to obtain. It is quite time, therefore, to carry the appeal for some redress further. It seems to bo a necessity now to approach the Government directly either through the Minister of Railways or the Prime Minister. If Air Massey is not too busily engaged in the Oamnru electorate it would be as well to carry the request fer some mnteiial revision of tho matter directly to the Premier, as the Alinister of Railways, unfortunately, is not too well. The three sectional rates will put an undue penalty cm the transport trade, and the traffic both ways will lie effected, which means that the people will he penalised quite unduly. It is difficult for the engineers to determine when the line "ill 1.0 handed over to the Railways, and trom that it may lie inferred the dual control is likely to last for some months. All the time’s heavy toll will be taken out of the pockets of the people of Canterbury and Most Coast, and both sides should combine in an'united pretest to the powers that be.

On the subject of the Arthur’s .Pass tunnel rates a Christchurch merchant last week said: “We don’t know where we stand,” when discussing the price of timlier. A reduction ol 2s per 1 Ooft in the rate for led pine 0.8. was made this week on the assumption that the opening of the tunnel would mean lower freight- charges, hut cheaper transport is not at all certain. “The present freight charge for timber brought, from the West Coast by boat is fis Od per hundred feet.” said a timber merchant. “We reckoned that wo would he able to get it through til* tunnel to Christchurch for -is 3d. n.nd iliat was one of the reasons for the reduced price to builders. Now, however. we learn through Railway Department officials that the Height charge is likely to lie 6s 7d per hundred feet. The Department is evidently going to base freight charges on a three-section system —Greymouth to Otira ; Otira to Arthur’s Pass; and Arthur’s Pass to Christchurch. That virtually means no reduction for long distance transport. It is unfair, and we ought to make a big protest.” Another merchant said that there was every likelihood that timber prices would advance jgain. Tilings could not go on as at present. Timber was lH?ing sold to builders for next thing to cost price. Alerehnnts had to buy red pine at 235, stacked in the yard, and they were selling it for 265, plus delivery charges and discount. Other timlier men said it was time that the Railway Department made a full announcement on tho subject of freight charges on the Midland line. Trade contracts could not tie made •on guesswork.

Tho Hokitika Beautifying Society holds its monthly meeting on Tuesday night. The Referees’ Association meet tonight at 7.15 and the Sub-Union at S o’clock at the Club rooms.

Several of the candidates for municipal honors will address the electors at the Town Hall to-morrow night at 8 o’clock.

Yej) Lee, laundrynian, notifies he has commenced business in the shop formerly occupied by Air YV. Heinz, Revel] St. Best of work guaranteed.

Tenders are invited in this issue lor alterations and additions to the Dunedin Hotel. Revell Street (carpenter’s labour only). Tenders close with Air AY . llall oil Saturday next at noon.

Air L. 11. Morel lias decided at the request of many ratepayers to again oiler his services as a candidate to represent the Central Riding of (he AA’esthind Co tin tv Council.

Air and Mrs 0. Larsen and family arrived on Saturday night from AA’estport. Air Larsen disposed of his plumbing business in AA’estport. lie intends to malro Hokitika his homo.

After 10 years’ service in the New Zealand Police Force, Constable T. Evenden, who was some time ago transferred from Ilium to Greymouth, has resigned his position on superannuation.

Saturday next will he Soldiers’ Day in Revell Street and the depot will be open as usual for the sale of gifts. Airs Benjamin will he in charge fur the day, and will he glad of all help from the townspeople or country residents.

A meeting of tile representatives of the sporting bodies of the town will he held at the ('minty Chandlers on Thursday evening at 7.15 i:> formulate programmes for outdoor sporls during the | eriod of the Exhibition.

The Returning Officer for Ross Borough (Air A. AA'. Peebles) notifies the election unopposed of Air S. P. Evans as .Mayor, of AJ.r T. AY. Bnieo as representative on the Hokitika Tlnrbom Board and of Messrs J. At. Allan, O. Black, Alinohan, F. Mitchell, J. .Muir, Al. Nolan, 11. Osmers, J. Thomson, and C. Iqiiohn as members of the Borough Council.

It is understood that- Air Ale A'illy, General .Manager of Railways, will xi--.it Hokitika to-morrow. He is expected to reach here in the morning and proceed on to Ross, returning to Hokitika for lunch, and leaving again in the afternoon at 3 o’clock. It is probable a deputation from the County and Borough Councils will wait- oil Air MeVillv.

Al; hough considerable sums have been spent in the Riikeatua (list riel ill combating the rabbit pest, tho Auckland “Herald’s” correspondent writes that cue settler recently trapped or poisoned 2UIIO rabbits in 10 days, his Lest catch being -160 in one day and night. Another settler took over 1000 in ten days. The revenue from the skins is very acceptable as an adjunct to that earned by legitimate fanning.

A correspondent (the proprietor ol a motor-garage) writes to one of the ( hrlst< lair' h papers as follows:—“Our i-ailwav managers speutl ’much money inviting os to be loyal and patronise them. AAVII. I do so. and a lew days ago I had a hiotor-ryele railed per

goods i rain liolu Lyttelton to ( iirist-r-hureh, and they only charged me 1 Is I Id, or over 2s a mile. I romphiioed. t-ut to no purpose. They said, ‘J should he thankful it wasn’t more.’ f could have ridden it over for iOd or Is.” The writer n-ks if any further argument for the canal scheme is

With the idea of discouraging driving, (says the AA'airarapa Daily Times”! Mr L. Nix. of the Park Bowling C'luh, offered a tronliv for a pairs competition through Easter oil condition that each team was allowed to make one dead head only ill each game without, a penalty, but any subsequent one would (■mint a point against. The idea was promptly taken up, and the games proved very interesting. It is significant that H. Carr, who has a reputation for hard-driving, should skip the winning pair, and he and Ids partner, A. E. Kilgoitr were vigorously cheered when the final game was played. Some excellent howling was exhibited throughout the tourney, and hardfought games predominated.

Saturday was Poppy Sale Day. The Mayoress (Airs Berry) had organised the senior scholars of the State School and other liuly helpers to prosecute the sale which went ( u throughout the day. Unfortunately the day turned out wet. which rather marred the effort at night, when the usual number of people were not in IL veil Street. The sales for the day in the town, however approximated ,C4O. which was considered a very good return under the circumstances. There was a considerable demand for supplies of poppies from the country districts as far south ns AA’aiho. and with these returns to hand the sales are expected to approximate £6O. There tire a minder of small poppies and a few wreaths still on hand, and these will he on sale at tho depot, Revell Street from 2.30 to 4.30 to-morrow afternoon. Tho public are expected to wear a flower of remembrance on Auzae Day (AA'odnesday).

Motorists: Scop that knocking in your engine which is probably due to leaky piston rings. Increase the power of your motor by installing •’lnland” one piece gas light piston rings. Manning Machinery Co., 5, Bedford Row, Christchurch.—Advt.

Blankets, cloths and wool nap cloths for ladies or children in various effects, 54 inches wide, are now in great demand at, Schroder and Co’s, at much below Christchurch price. Al>o splendid display of velour coats for ladies and maids. A visit to Schroder’s will always repay you.—Advt.

A fascinating figure is yours madam, provided you throw away that stooping washboard slavery habit and let. “NORUBBING” Laundry Help do the washing, thus preserving your own natural beauty, grace and elegance.

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 AYestland. Bell’s Scotch Whisky is the only standard draught whisky sold by the Royal 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 to supply.— Alark Sprot and Co. Ltd., Greymouth: sole distributors for West Coast. —Advt. Bring out the beauty of linoleums and grained wood by polishing with liquid “TAN-OL.” Preserves pliability, prevents cracks. All stores. Amstie’s Royal Edinburgh Scotch Whisky is now a leading line, second to none, put in oblong bottles and sold to the krade only by Mark Sprot and Co. Ltd. to all leading hotels.— Advt.

Mon! The early buy*r gets the choice. So act quickly and choose your winter overcoat. The latest shades and stvlcs in Petone and Koslyn tweeds, from 65s at W. H. Stopforth’s, opposite AY. E. Williams, chemist.—Advt. YYoods’ Great Peppermint Cure. For Influenza, take Banish coughs and colds, and save monev by using ”NAZOL.” Eighteenpence buys 60 doses —enough to cure the whole bad-cold family.

Mr IT. M.,Goulson v.-iJI address the Electors at the Town Hall, tomorrow evening.

A meeting of Howling Club lady sop-, porters will bo held at Mrs 11. Thompson's residence on Tuesday evening at 7 o'clock. At the Memorial Service to bo held in the l’resbyterian Church on Anzne Bay, a collection will he taken up in aid of the School Memorial Fund.

The annual meeting of householders to elect school committees takes place to-night at 7.30 at the various centres. At Hokitika the meeting takes place at the Town Hall.

The weather changed Saturday, after a fine spell of 13 days, and rain fell steadily in the afternoon and evening. Sunday morning broke line and the day was a pleasant one, but rain fell heavily again last night.

A Christchurch telegram states a writ was placed on the mast of ttio auxiliary schooner Tit a on Saturday at Lyttelton at the instigation of Messrs Rhind and Co., for debts amounting to £l3O, being disbursements made while acting as agents.

The Mercantile Gazette notifies the registration of the South Westland Shipping Co., Ltd. Reg. as a private company April 16th, 1023. Capital: £ISOO, in 1500 shares of £1 each. Subscribers: Hokitika—Archibald Ingram 750, William .T. Kerr 750. Objects: To carry on business n.s shippers and general incidental.

Troublesome coughs in old and young are quickly .slopped by “NAZOL.” Take some drops on sugar. Acts like a charm ; 60 doses Is Gd. Coats of charm and durability. The now styles are exceptionally attractive, embracing the very latest ideas from the centres of the Old World. Some have fur collars, and are lur-lincd, while all are .suggestive of warmth, elegance and comfort. In the matter of finish and workmanship these coats are perfect in every detail. Select your new coat, hero for satisfaction. MoGruor’s Limited. Hokitika and Greymouth.

A hard, dry, glossy polish easily obtained with liquid “TAN-OL.’ The best for line furniture and floors. Lightens labour, cuts cost.

Motorists : lnslal “Air Friction” Carburettors and to save money on cost

of operating and secure greater power and speed with slower speed on high gear and easy starting. .Manning Machinery Co.. 5, lied lord Row, Christchurch.—Ailvi.