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Hokitika Guardian, 11 June 1923, Page 2

A meeting of the Farmers’ Union will he held in the One Mile Hall. Arnhurn. on Wednesday, June 13.—Advt.

Mr W. Williamson, of Christchurch, has secured the contract for the erection of the new hospital at Nelson, in forro concrete, at £(59,719.

Yesterday was the anniversary of the death of Mr R. J. Sodilon, exPremier of New Zealand. Several wreaths were deposited at tho base of the Seddon statue in front of the Government Building, Sewell Street, in kindly memory.

Very useful work ts lieing done by the Borough staff, utilising the road grader to clear oil the sides of tho streets, thereby widening the roadway, and permitting freer drainage in wet weaiaer. Pot holes in Stafford Street are being repaired with broken metal, tar and sand by way of experiment, and tho idea promises to he an effective improvement in regard to more satisfactory maintenance.

Cabinet lias authorised the removal of the limit upon State subsidies payable in respect of voluntary contributions for the benefit of schools. Since the cut in subsidies was made tho amount payable in respect of any school has l>een limited to ten shillings per annum for each unit of tho average attendance. The Minister of Education states that the limit for the future is a matter to he decided after he has conferred with education boards.

The late Mr Francis McLean, whose death at Westport on Friday, was recorded ji,n Saturday’s issue, passed" away very suddenly. The deceased will he remembered by old pioneers of this district. He landed in Otago some CO years ago and worked at Gabriel's Gully, then coming to the Coast as one of that hardy band of gold seekers. He was the last of n large family. One brother Mr W. McLean, a former M.P. for Wellington died a few years ago. He leaves two sisters (Miss Jessie McLean of Wellington, and Mrs J. Steele of Reefton). a wife, and large grown up family of twelve, five daughters, (including Mrs W. Shadbolt of I* itzherbert St. Hokitika, Mrs Milligan of Kanieri, Mrs G. Shadbolt of Ruatnpu and Mrs Lcchore) and seven sons, (including Mr . Charles McLean, a member of the All Black team that toured Australia in 1920.) The deceased was a Maori War veteran and 84 years of age, and of late liad resided at Westport. where for some years he was on the harbour staff at Cape Foulwind Quarries. Many friends will regret to hear of the passing of a sterling pioneer.

Thu family of tho late Mrs. Douglas tnsort a notfco of thanks in this issue.

Potatoes, 23s per sack, at Star Stores.—Advt.

Winning numbers in connection with the Hokitika Beautifying Society’s bazaar are notified in this issue. "

A telegram received from Otirn this morning stated the electric motor ran yesterday for the first time and everything worked capitally.

All senior members of the Excelsior Football Club must attend practice at tho shed every evening this week at 6.45 o’clock sharp.

Tho adjourned meeting of the Borough Council will be held this evening at 7 o’clock to considor a schedule of works for loan expenditure, and decide regarding the employment of all engineer.

The funeral of tho late Mrs Douglas of Wait ah a, took place to Hokitika Cemetery on Saturday afternoon and was followed by a large number of friends. Tho Rev Father Riordan conducted the services at St Mary’s Church and tho gruvoside.

We regret to record' the death of Dora, the 11-year old daughter of Mr and Mrs J. Kulsen of Kanieri, which took place on Saturday afternoon at Westland Hospital after a short illness. Tho funeral took place this morning. Many friends will extend sympathy to tho bereaved parents.

A final reminder is directed to dairy farmers and others interested ill the important sale of dairy cows, etc., to take place to-morrow at Mr P. Al.oCoiinon’s farm, Kokatalii. A car will leave tho auctioneer’s office at It a .in. and passengers should 'C Messrs W. Jeffries and Co. for seats, at once.

The death took place this morning of Mr John Pearson at the Old Peoples’ Home, Kuniarn. Deceased was a native of Scotland and 00 years of age. He had been in Now Zealand for about 53 years and was for many years a respected resident of Stafford district, iollowing mining pursuits. He was a single man and was generally esteemed.

On Wednesday evening next, in the Town Hall, the" United Football Club are holding a. Plain and Fancy Dress Ball in aid of their funds. Prizes are being given for the best costumes, while the music will he rendered by a first-class orchestra. A strong ladies committee have the supper arrangements well in hand, and a ploa.-aiit evening’s enjoyment is assured, f lekeis at 2s (id each are now in circulation.—Advt.

The thrifty farmer who i« considering the installation of a milking plant will do himself an injustice d he tails t<, investigate the merits of the Fletcher Milking Machine. Messrs Harley and Co., Ocymouth, nrc tho local agents for this efficient, simply constructed, money saving plant. They invite anyone interested to investigate ils merits before finally deciding. All enf|iiiries will receive prompt and courteous consideration.

An interesting phase of the work at Otirn, snvs a correspondent, is the construction of a large embankment to guard the railway yard and powerhouse from possible encroachment by the river. The builders for the embankment are at present being obtained in a somewhat novel manner. Men loosen the stones along the course ol a large waterfall on the other side ol the river, At the bottom of the fall chains arc placed round them, and they are hoisted by means of a steam crane into ballast tanks. I lie embankment hears a very solid appearance at the present time, and it seems to be an adequate guardian of the thousands of pounds’ worth ol property in tho vicinity of the railwav.

Stead's Review, in improved get-up. continues to net ns uu interprotoi on world affairs to Australians. The issue for Alay 21i contains matter ol exceptional interest. Amongst this is an article, the third of a series oil the Invasion of the Ruhr, based on information diro.-t Irom the spot, dealing with the question: “Can Germany Hold Out?” The Editor contributes an article on “Russian War Guilt,” giving details of the manner in which the Cznrist Ministers falsified despatches and precipitated the Avar. A summary of the results ol the InterAllied Conferences since 1919 should be useful for purposes of reference. Amongst the special articles is one on the European Chaos, by Afr \ irgil Jordan, being an American opinion on current world politics. A ucav feature of Stead’s, which "ill ho Avolcome to all lovers of literature, is “Life and Letters,” containing original and selected articles dealing with British and Australasian literature. Articles on the Russian Intellectuals, the Tragedy of Versailles, together Avith hook reviews, make up a budget of instructive and entertaining reading.

Just landed 200 cases of choice winter varieties of dessert and cooking apples, consisting of Jonathans,, Delicious, Sturmors, Al.unroes, etc. Paterson, .Michel and Co., Ltd., iPhone No. 2).—Advt.

Three doz. dark Avorking shirts, sale price 7s ltd at AV. H. Stopforth’s.— Advt.

Strike a true note, “Bells”; ask for “Bells”; it’s as clear as a boll; in white bottles, mild and good. Bells’ Perth Special Reserve Scotch Whisky is extonsh-ely dispensed by the leading hotel in the Dominion, the “Royal Oak,” Wellington, owned by Now Zealand's oldest and most respected licensee. Hotel keepers "ho wish t.o enjoy good patronage should folloiv the lean and sell “Bells.” It makes trade. .Mark Sprot and Company, Lid., Greymouth, Solo AVest Coast Distributors. —Advt.

Ford Car owners: Use “King Oilers” which are automatic and reliable. They save oil and bearings. Booklet from Manning Afaeliinery Co., 5 Bedford Roav, Christchurch.—Advt.