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Hokitika Guardian, 1 May 1923, Page 2

'Hie monthly meeting of tho Westland Chamber of Commerce takes place tonight at 7.30 o’clock.

Oamaru parliamentary election is taking place to-day. The results should start to come to hand to-night soon after 8 o’clock.

A meeting will be held on Wednesday evening at 7.30 o’clock at Mr G. Delhi idgo’s shop of all willing to assist in forming a minstrel troupe in aid of the R.S.'A. building fund.— Advt.

The usual weekly card tournament in aid of the R.R.A. building fund will be held at Stow’s rooms at 8 o’clock on Thursday evening; prizes awarded, supper provided. Admission s.—Advt.

The Burns statue to be erected on Cass Square lias now arrived. The material is now being assembled on the ground, and the work of erection is being proceeded with. It is hoped to have tho unveiling ceremony iu a moii lll or five weeks’ time.

The annual meeting of parishioners of Ail Saints’ Church takes place this evening at 8 o’clock when important proposals hearing on the erection of the memorial church will be brought forward. The election of Church officers will take place also.

This Tuesday evening Mr. H. McLean is tendering a benefit on behalf of tbe Excelsior Football Club. A very pleasing programme has been arranged for including a big special entitled ‘‘The Good Provider” which is considered as one- of the best pictures to date. The .Municipal Band will play a short programme of music; prior to the commencement of the. entertainment.

Tbe Hon .Joseph Griminoncl of Ross who is u candidate for a seat oil tbe Westland County Council as a representative of tho Southern Riding, has ail address to the electors in this issue inviting their support at the forthcoming poll. Mr Griminond’s public services are well known to the community, and his ciwiciiclature should he received very favorably throughout the whole of the Southern Riding.

A start was made yesterday with the setting out of the foundation for the Returned Soldiers' Club and Social Hall to he luiilt on the Government House grounds, adjoining the Public Building. The club rooms etc. will he 120 feel by 7.9 feet mintage, narrowing to a width of -12 ft behind the billiard room. The foundation is to he of concrete. Tho front elevation will he of concrete also, and is to be of an ornamental character. The building cvill be a valuable addition to* the architect are.of tho town.

A niivo quiet wedding was solemnised yesterday afternoon at 2.30 o'clock at the residence of file C. .1. Nightingale. Hokitika, when Mr Hector McDonald, second youngest son of Mr and Mrs McDonald, of Argyllshire. Scotland, was joined in wedlock with Mrs Lily Wallace, second daughter of Mr and Mrs J. Cuttanco, of Okuru, South Westland, the Revel. Cuttle of Grevinontli tying the nuptial knot. After the ceremony the usual toasts were honoured, and the happy couple left b\ special ear for Christchurch where a short honeymoon is to he spent. Hokitika is to he their future home.

Saturday wns au ideal day lor nicnilid's of tho (ireymoiith Bowlin;; Club. A nutuber of matches were played (lining; the afternoon. For tho pairs competition Messrs F. At iso Mid F. Buck played Messrs Sharpe and G. AVilsnn. the former being declared the winnois of their section. Messrs D. McKay and O. Blackwood played Messrs AV. Graham and J. AV. Ch.alk. The game was most interesting to spectators. On the 16th head Chalk had to obtain three, and on playing the last howl, lie took out his opponent’s howl which left him three. The finish of the game will be played to-day. The winners will have to play Alcssrs Wise and Buck.

Foes anyone want to include Okarito in their riding? asked Chairman Jelfrics at the County Council meeting yesterday. There were not any takers. “The repeated disputes and troubles in Okarito were a perfect disgrace.” continued Air Jeffries. “Meeting after meeting there were complaints and disputes coming from that distret. It was a positive disgrace and it was t.me the feuds down there were brought to an end.” Members generally agreed that the present dispute (about the disposal of a boat) was only another aspect of the very unsettled relations that continually existed in the locality, ritimatoly the Council decided not to take any action in the matter.

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

Motorists: Stop that knocking in your engine which is probably due to leaky piston rings. Increase 1110 power of your motor by installing “Inland one piece gas tight piston rings. Manning Machinery Co., 5, Bcdtord Bow, Christchurch.—Advt.

For children’s coughs and colds the best remedy is “XAZOL.” Agreeable and safe. More economical than mixtures or syrups. GO doses Is fid A new range of coloured vclvoteens, extensive range of colours; reliable qualities at much reduced price is now offering at Schroder and Co's., where also a huge stock of new silks, leading makes, in satins, Oriental and floral. Japan silks and gauntlet fringed suede gloves also on view. Inspection invited.—Advt. Motorists: Instal “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 (darting. Manning Machinery Co.. 5, Bedford Row, Christchurch. —Advt.

Less labour and innitely better results. Those are the benefits of using

"TAX-0 L” for polishing floors, furniture and leather goods. 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 AAestlnnd. Bell’s Scotch Whisky is the only standard draught whisky gold by the Roval Oak Hotel Wellington, Grand Auckland and Grand AA’ellington, and leading clubs through New Zealand. Bell’s is nov the leading line in Neu Zealand and is a fully matured Scotch whisky. Shipments are expected to arrive' early next month when the firm will be pleased to supply.—Mark Sprot and Co. Ltd., Greymouth; sole distributors for West Coast.—Advt.

North Island mails and passengers by tho forty steamer connected with the West Coast express at Christchurch this morning.

Supreme Hall, Wednesday night. Don’t forget the Ladies’ Hockey Club dance. Good musoc, good floor. Supper provided.—Advt.

Tho members of tho Kiwi Senior team are requested to be at the Shed at 7 o’clock sharp to-night. Every member must be present ns tho business to be discussed is important.

Tenders, addressed to Box 47, Hokitikn, are invited for the purchase of tho remaining book debts in the Assigned Estate of Aldridge and Adamson. A list of tlie debts may bo seen at the office of Mr Eleoek.