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Hokitika Guardian, 7 May 1923, Page 2

A meeting of the Westland branch of the Canterbury Automobile Association will he held at tho County Chambers to-morrow evening at 7.30 o’clock.

Messrs W. McKay and Son, notify special values in Matresses, single bed size 27s Cxi; Matresse, 3-bed size 37s 6d; Matresses, full double bed size 47s Gd.’

A gorsc fire on tho south side of the river this morning assumed substantial proportions with the aid ot the heavy gale blowing. It spread to the land portion of tho southern protection works which, caught fire, portion of it burning fiercely

An Ashburton message states 4\ illinm Coombes, who now lies in the Ashburton Hospital, was tho subject of a very unusual assault on W ednesday night, when he was attacked by a man with a knife and seriously mutilated. The assault took place on the road leading from Carnbrao to Methvcn. Thomas Drown, a. labourer, married, was arrested by Constable Orchard, of M.ethven, on Wednesday night, on a charge of wounding Coombes with a knife. Drown was brought before the Magistrate s Court at Methven on Thursday, and, after being formally charged, was remanded to appear at Methven next Thursday’. Bail was allowed.

Inventory sale at MeGruer’s, commencing Friday, May 4th. Tho great annual business pulling event to reduce stocks for stocktaking. I ..e unique opportunity for the thriftv to buy the new season’s goods at end of the season’s low prices. Every article marked down to zero. This special sale for a short period only. Coine prepared for big bargains. MeGruer s, Hokitika and Greymouth.—Advt.

Keep “NAZOL” handy in your office, shop or home. A few drops or tt hills will prevent coughs and colds. GO doses Is Gd.

For Children’s Hacking Congh, Woods’ Great Peppermint Cure.

Mr E. Basil Jones, representing Messrs R. P. M. Manning and Co., of Christchurch, machinery merchants, is at present on a business visit to Hokitika.

The quostion of the rival dairy companies is engaging the attention of Kokatnlii and Koiterangi settlers, and it is reported that from the beginning of the present month quite a large quantity of cream i 3 finding its way past tho local factory, and coming to town, and being sent north to opposition establishments.

There was a strong easterly gale blowing on Saturday night at Kokatnlii, at times the gusts being extremely heavy. Yesterday tho gale continued, the hills being covered with clouds and having the appearance of there being a heavy snow fall in the mountains. The gale came along with gusty bursts throughout the day. Oil tho road several white pines came down, but these were promptly removed, to allow traffic to pass. At Kanier'i, just below the township a couple of large pinus insignus trees in an orchard were uprooted, and these brought down tho telegraph linos, one pole being broken, off at the ground. A repair gang had temporary repairs effected vesterdavv afternoon. hast night the'gale blow with considerable force and it continued to-day though hardly so strong. Fences and outhouses suffered to some extent as a result of the blow.

A Wellington correspondent sta'.es that the Hon Mr Justice Chapman, though he retired from the Supreme Court Bench some time ago, has for some months now been one of the sitting Judges. It is understood, however, that he is anxious to be relieved of the work, and therefore the Government will have to consider the appointment of another Judge at nil early date. It is not yet known who is to be appointed, hut -Mr W. C. Macgrogor, K.C., Solicitor-General; Mi M. Myers, K.C., late of Hell, Gully, and Mvers; and Mr Alex Grey, K.C., a well-known Wellington barrister, are being mentioned as suitable men lor such an appointment.

Next Saturday will he Soldiers’ Sale Saturday at the depot in ltevell Street. It is to he made a special day, as with the works advancing in the building of the Club Rooms etc., more funds are required fniinedfate.ly. Mrs Mx--Whirtcr will he in charge of the depot and has elected to call the occasion a ‘•Scotch Fair Day.” There will he a brave display of home cooked dainties, and many gifts to attract the financial patronage of the willing ones. The Caledonian Hand will parade the street at night, and altogether there will be some stir in, and about- the depot. Gifts for the day will be welcomed and could he notified to Mrs McWhirter over telephone No 34, when arrangements will be made if required, to collect the articles.

Tho erection of the new public hall at Kokatnlii is now in progress. At a meeting held a week ago there was a large attendance present to discuss the question of the site, hut this had been somewhat forestalled by those lavouiing tho site adjacent to tho present hall getting smartly to work during tho two or three days prior to the meeting and putting in the piles for the new building. The meeting ended abruptly after a long sitting, those m favor of the erection of the hall on the Agricultural and Pastoral Association’s reserve gaining their way. Since then operations have been continued steadily, and the work, which is being carried out with labor given hv those favouring the site decided on. The buildin'- will bo considerably larger than the old building that lias done service for many years, and will be 93ft bji 35ft. with one entrance porch m addition.

Mr E. A. Earp has becu appointed to the position of Senior Apiary Instructor. For somo time past honey growers have been urging the Department to appoint a chief apiarist, hut for various reasons there were several difficulties in the way. Mr Earp lias been for 13 years in the Department’s service, and at the present time lie is in charge of the South Island, and is assisted hv- several apiary instructors. His duties -will be to advise the director of the division upon technical matters with regard to bee-keeping, and more particularly to assist in obtaining uniformity of honey-grading by visiting the lioneygrowers during the season, to visit the various stores, and to discuss the matter of raising or lowering the standard adopted. He will commence his duties within a few days, and will start the honey-grading at once. Other matters will he dealt with between the present time and the opening day of the lioncv season next September.

In tho course of nn interview at Christchurch on Thursday last, on Ms way from Oamaru, Mr T. M. Milford remarked that the principal topic of conversation in Oamaru, apait fiom the result of the election, was the hurried departure of the Prime Minister! on Tuesday, leaving Mr Lee a lone figure on the balcony when returning thanks on behalf of himself, the Reform Party, and the Government of the Dominion. “I sensed tne position and shook hands with Mr Lee when he appeared before the crowd, and asked for a good hearing for him as there was a hostile section present,” said Mr Wilford. “He was accorded a good hearing, and I congratulated him on taking his licking like a sport, but it will be a long while before the flight of the Prime Minister from Oamaru on the eve of the declaration of tfie jroll will he forgotten by the electors of Oamaru. ’

The most recent reform in the Anglican Church of New Zealand is of wider scope than some persons may have imagined. Until this year women could not even vote at parish meetings. It was realised that as a large amount of the financial buiden of churches fell on the women, it r\ns but fair that they should have legislature and executive rights. The question of granting the full franchise to women first came before the General Synod over thirty years ago. The Rev Bryan King, then vicar of Caversham, introduced the proposal, and it was supported by Sir John Hall. Several synods have since debated the matter, and now it is the law that women are entitled not only to vote, but also to be eligible for seats on vestries and te become churchwardens and members of synods. The effective legislation to that end declares that the terms “layman,” “vestryman,” “synodman,” “parishioner,” and “man” shall be held to include persons of either sex'. It will lie interesting to note how tiie enfranchisement of the women is made use of at the approaching Church annual meetings.—Dunedin “Star.

Men! The early buyer gets the choice. So act quickly and choose your winter overcoat. The latest shades and styles in Potono and Roslyn tweeds, from 60s at W. H. Stopforth’s, opposite \V. E. Williams, chemist. —Advt.

“Stopskale” has frequently shifted thick hard scale of 3 inch and upwards in thickness which had previously resisted all attempts to remove it from boilers. Manning Machinery Co., 5 Bedford Row, Christchurch. —Advt. Woods’ Great Peppermint Cure. For Influenza, take

A new range of coloured velveteens, 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 aJid gauntlet fringed suede gloves also ‘on view. Inspection invited. —Advt. “TAN-OL” does much and costs little. Renovates leather, shines tan shoes, polishes furniture, brightens floorcloth. Quick, easy and economical.

A grand ball, in aid of the Pirates Football Club,will bo held in tho Public Hall, Kanieri on Tuesday May loth. Music by Miss King. Admission —Gentlemen 2s; Ladies Is.—Advt. There was a fall of snow on tho overland route on Saturday from Springfield to the Gorge. The weather on the other side must have been extremely boisterous, a Wellington telegram recording the experience In the Straits to liavo been very rough.

As many members of tho New Zealand Expeditionary Force are not aware of the correct method of wearing war medals and decorations, it is advisable to state that when these are worn on the breast, the riband Is to be two inches in length, unless the position of war clasps necessitates it being longer. If two or moro medals and decorations arc worn, they will he so arranged that the lower edges (on lowest point of the star) aro in line. The length of all ribands will be regulated by that of decorations oi medals which, including any clasps, is the longest. The order of medals and decorations issued on account of the recent war is: 1914-15 Star, British War Medal, Victory Medal.

A pleasant function took place in tho Treasury last Monday afternoon, when Colonel J. J. Essen, Secretary to the Treasury, on behalf of the staff, presented to Miss M. S. Scddon, who is severing her connection with the Public Service, with a handsome piece of plate suitably inscribed to mark the esteem in which she is held by her fellow officers. The secretary expressed his regret at the loss of Miss Seddon s services, and his appreciation of her devotion to duty. During her service Miss Seddon had won the warm personal regard of those with whom she had been associated, and by whom she would not he forgotten. All joined m wishing that Miss Seddon, by her release from official anxieties, would enjoy increased health and happiness. Miss Seddon, in an eloquent little speech, said that duty was tho watchword of official careers. She had at all times endeavoured to play the game, and the pang of parting was allayed by the assurance that she had not boon altogether unsuccessful and the knowledge that she had the goodwill of those with whom she had been associated for several years, and for whom she had warm feelings of sympathy and regard. Three cheers for Miss Seddon were lustily given by all those present.

Messrs Mark Sprot and Co. Ltd., have been appointed West Coast distributors for Bell’s ‘‘Special Reserve Scotch Whisky, the territory includin'* from Murchison to South Westland. 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 nov the leading lme in New Zealand and is a. fully matured Scotch wliiskv. Shipments are expected to arrive' early next month when the firm will be pleased to supply.— Mark Sprot and Co. Ltd., Grcymouth; sole distributors for West Coast.—Advt. Shooting season.—Get best sport by attaching “Wisconsin” motor to boat or punt ”7 miles per hour and will take you anywhere. Low price; easy to handle. Manning Machinery Co., 5, Bedford Row, Christchurch.—Advt.