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Hokitika Guardian, 2 July 1923, Page 2

Emir dozen assorted "Woollen, and ■Silk Muffle], from -Is fid to 17s til at \Y. H. Stopforth’s.—Advt.

The earth will he at its greatest distance from the sun for the present year on July lith at 11.30 a.m., when the two bodies will he separated from each other by about ot,ofio,tloo mi;«s.

As showing the severity ol the trust on Saturday morning after a severe hail-storm, horses and vehicles were falling all over tile town all the morning. In one instance a team ol five horses were mixed up in endless ((infusion with tho loss of n good portion of skin and bruises, one horse having lost his teeth in contact with the ground.

"Whitebait are making a very early appearance in the Arnhnra River this year which is supposed to denote an early spring. On Sunday. July Ist Mr Open Mason secured a good half-pint ol this much sought after delicacy, which sold at a very good price. Mr Stafford purchasing the first catch ol the season, the price paid being 0-.

When the Imprest Supply Hill arrived in the House of Representatives on Thursday l.v message from the Governor-General, the Prime Minister moved that Sir George Hunter net as chairman of committees pro tern. Mr Wilford asked the Prime Minister when he proposed to appoint a permanent chairman of committees. Mr Massey said that the chairman would be appointed within the next week < r vivo—certainly before the next Imprest Hill came down.

Yes, you will really hear King George and Queen Mary speaking 'their messages to the boys and girls of the British Empire, if you call at “'I he Rendezvous’’ to-night. The Rendezvous is fortunate in semiring this gramophone record which was only icrorded at Buckingham l’alaee on May 2-ttli. Every word of the King's and Queen’s speech is distinctly audible and will prove most interesting to grown tijs and children alike. All are welcome to come along and hear ‘'Their Majesties ’ at any hour. —lAdvt.

Woods’ Great Peppermint Cure. F< r Influenza, take Factory Managers: Speed up efficiency. Tho best Belting is the cheapest. We stock “Mangrovite” leather belting and “Gandy’s” Genuine Balata. Write for quotes. R. P. M. Manning and Co., 5 Bedford Row, Chnst-church.—-Advt.

For four days only W. H. Stopforth w offering n splendid lino of Gont’B 10-rib Umbrellas at 12s 9d.—Advt. Four rases of pneumonic influenza wore reported on Friday ut Christchurch, states a local paper, bringing the total of such cases reported since tie start of the epidemic three weeks ago, up to 11. As the population oi the Canterbury-West Coast Health District is about 23 S .C'0, the proportion of these cases is not considered by tho .Medical Officer of Health as exceptional at this time of the vonr.

The fine array of assets possessed by brewery concerns has attracted tno attention of Mr l.sitt, who has tabled a question to the .Minister of Finance whether his attention has been drawn to the pro-pectus of New Zealand breweries, Limited, asking for debentures for £l,OOl >,OOO for the purehaso of lands, buildings, machinery and stock's (£192,5.‘13) now owned by ten brewery companies, whereas the value of all land, property and machinery of all fifty-six brewery and malting companies in the Dominion is reported in the Government blue book as being £'730.772 at March 31. 1922. and whether be will see that iu-t taxation is collected according to tie value set forth in New Zealand breweries, Ltd., prospectus r

The planet Mercury ruse on duly Ist at (i.d tun. to the north of cast ; as its apparent magnitude will be 0.0, it should ho esily seen. It is approaching the sun, and will bo in conjunction with that body on July 21st. \onus rose on July Ist at 0.13 a.m.; it will soon be too close to the sun to be visible. Mars set. on July Ist a 1 0.21 p.m. : it also is ap]irnuching the sun rapidly, and will soon be lost to sight. Jupiter rose at I p.m. and set at 2.J0 a.ni. en July Ist; it rises on July loth at 0.0 p.m., and sets at. 1..11 a.m. Saturn set on July Ist at 12..'Cl p.m.. and on July loth at 11.37 p.m. O-'u-bit ion of the planets Saturn an 1 Cnitms by the moon will occur during trio month, hut tho pbenomon:-. will tint be visible.

There are some fifteen or more m<-n em))loycd on the erection of ibe central dairy factory in Weld Street, where good progress ■ out inins to lie made. On Friday the work-, v-ere mspeoted by tlt<- visiting lecturers to the Winter Seshool, and the Managing l)i----reetiir (Mr 11. T. I’arryi showed tiiipalty over the works, and later displayed the plans of the largo structure in hand. The main building is 190 x 109 v,ii!i a projecting front to provide oilier, la ard room, shop, and other necessary adjuncts. The inundation is of cunerefo canied to a height of lour feet. The tleor etc., will be of concrete and the building generally will he outfitted on nicdern lines, ll will he quite the largest factory en the Coast, and being central is sine to be popular with suppliers. Largo quantities of timber are now being delivered. and as soon as the foundation is finished, the carpenters will be able to make a good showing with tli - I fame work of the building which will then give a better idea of the proportions of this new addition to the town’s activities. Discussing the I-’.diu-at ion Department's circular regarding the marriage of girl students in I raining colleges and the enforcement of the employment bond, the Dunedin J-aluca-tion Hoard resolved to refer the question to the Council of Kducation and the education board s ( ouirivueo. Mr .1. 11. Wilkinson advocated a general policy for till boards, lie said ihat the country needed hnino-builn-cr-, and the women best titled lor home-building were those who had hiteii through a emirs- , ; f training. They were the pick of th- Dominion, for before admission they had to prove th-itisvives pl.vsiealy ami mentally fit. Tiie chairman (Mr Wallace) said that voting pee pi, ■ fail no -oiee o: responsibility, and to allow tlu-ln to escape It.eir bond would encourage this irresponsibility. The board would probable have to reverse its decision not i.i employ married women. Tile death took place -it Wellington mi F |-id ay of Mr Dismeiati. a former Greymouth resident w iio had resided there until a short time ttgo. when he went jo Wellington. Previous to coming to tiie He ml igo ru.-Ji, Mr Diseaeiat i iiad served in the ('riiuean War, and curious to relate, when in hospital in Wellington live weeks ago undergoing an operation lie met one of bis follow soldiers who bad served in the same battles, undergoing an o]H-ratioii similar to liis own. He came to New Zealand in the fid's, landing in Hokitika, ami served oil the Public Works staff until his retirement. He also was on the staff of the parlies under Messrs Dobson and Wilson who surveyed the Otira tunnel route. Hi- vile predeceased him some seven years ago. Ill' leaves a family of four daughters and three sons, one of the latter heing a photograoliie artist in Melbourne, James on the Otira tunnel mechanical stall', and Mr .1. It. Diseaeiati of beefton. The daughters are Mrs Charlton oi' .Tohusonville. Mrs Tiitmell of Hamilton, and two single in Wellington.

Ford now prions.—’t ruck Chassis £1.50, touring £lO4 with stiuFr £F4-. runabout with sturti'r .£'loß, :* 11 f.".b. Wellington. Wo also oiler used l - onl nmnbo'utj tvitli starter £01). touring ear ditto £l4O in Groyniouth. Mark Sprot and Company Ltd. Selling Agents. G rovmouth. —Advt.

Remember the opening day, Friday, June Ldith, of McGruor’s great winter sale. Como without delay and see our money stirring values in every department. [Vicos are reduced to a level unknown for many years past in the district. You will save big money on every purchase just now. Me ve made big preparations tor a visit troni you. Call early. MiGrner’s, llokitika and Greymouth. Advt.

lie'ing heavily overstocked. Schroder and Son are holding a great mid-win-ter Sale in millinery, rain coats, velour coats, men's overcoats, hoys and men’s clothing, umbrellas, dress stuffs, gloves and underwear. Regardless ol cost and for cash only. Advt.

Strike a true note, “Bells” ; ask for “Bells”; it’s as clear as a bell; in white bottles, mild and good. Bolls’ Perth Special Reserve Scotch Whisky is extensively dispensed by the leading hotel in the Dominion, the “Royal Oak,” Wellington, owned by Xetv Zealand’s oldest and most respected licensee. HoUdkeepers who wish to enjoy good patronage should follow the lean and sell “Rolls.” It makes trade. Mark Sprot and Company, Ltd., Greymouth, Sole West Coast Distributors. —Advt.