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Hokitika Guardian, 20 July 1923, Page 2

There will not he any hockey match here to-morrow, members of both the local and Grey teams suffering from the epidemic.

To-morrow afternoon at Grey mouth the West Coast representatives meet tho Mokihinui team. Judging by yesterday’s game on Cass Square the game should not lie much of a try-out for the iSeddon Shield team.

White-bait netting.—Strong double mesh netting 72in. at 2s fid per yard, SOin. 2» lid per yard. "Wo import direct from the manufacturers, a fact which explains tHo low price in comparison with competition.—Advt.

There will be a full rehearsal at St. Andrew’s Hall at 8 o’clock to-night of the Soldiers’ Minstrel troupe, when all members are requested to attend. The date for the opening production of the minstrel melange at the theatre will bo decided upon also.

Important to Hokitika residents: The great record-breaking Fire Salvage Sale of Mayfair Stocks opened at Hokitika on Friday, July 20th, a large quantity of salvage goods have all of which have been marked at special low prices to effect a speedy clearance before tho wot goods mildew. McOruor’s, Westland, l.td., Hokitika. —Advt.

After 37 years as traveller on the West Coast Mr F. Langbien. the wellknown representative of Messrs Bing Harris and Co. of Wellington is making his last business trip to this district. Consequent on the opening of tho Otira tunnel, he will not come further than Nelson and Marlborough, the West Coast being worked by a representative from the Christchurch branch in future.

The marriage took place at Westport on Wednesday evening of Mr Hugh Hamilton, son of Airs Hamilton, eenr., Nelson, to Miss Eva Bailie, fourth daughter of Air and Mrs T. Bailie, of Westport. The bridegroom saw war service with the Imperial Air Corpe, his machine coming down in flames within the German lines. They will reside in Hawkes Bay.’

Week-end cable messages may now bo accepted, addressed to New Foundland. The rate is 13s 2d for 20 words, Sd for each additional word.

Long night Knnieri Dance, Friday. Proceeds in aid of local family in distressed circumstances. Admission 2s and Is. Supper.—Advt.

The following are corrected services for St. Mary’s parish—Sunday, July 22nd, Hokitika, 10 a.tn., 7 p.m. ; Knnieri, 8.30 a.m. Sunday, July 29th—Hokitika 8 a.in., 7 p.m.; Arahura 10 a.m.

Fire totally destroyed the five-room-ed residence of .Air J. Robertson, in Seddon Street, Runanga. at 4.30 yesterday morning. The flames when discovered had a good hold, and the occupants of the residence had to make a rapid exit. In the absence of a water supply and fire-fighting appliances, nothing was saved. The insurance amounts to £lO3 in the Atlas Office.

Air John Harris, who resided for many years on the Christchurch Road, and was well-known to travellers in the old coaching days, died at the Grey River Hospital yesterday. Deceased, who was Go years of age, leaves a widow and four daughters. The interment will take place at the Kninara Cemetery to-day.

The festival to mark the opening of the Soldiers’ Hall will be brought to a clcaso to-morrow night when a sports dance will be held. There is going to lie a very large attendance and the annexe will be used as an overflow for the dancing. Good music and a first class floor will supply all any dancer can ask for.

Do your eyes need attention. Our Optician has a growing and successful practice. Examination by appointment. Cal! and see us about your eye troubles, .1. Tennent, Hamilton SI.--Advt.

Wliiteba.it have made their appearance early this year, as a result of which whitebait supi ors were procurable last night, the Rendezvous having been fortunate in securing two pints of this wholesome delicacy. With the numerous dishes served at The Rendezvous, it is little wonder that it draws the crowd as there is something to suit everyone’s taste. - Advt.

The residence of Air G. Menzies, above Crushington was destroyed by fire on Sunday. Air Alenzies left home in the morning and when lie returned in i lie evening the house and furniture bad gone up in smoke. The house was insured for £250, in favour of ihe Repatriation Department. There was no insurance oil the furniture, consequently Air Alenzies is left with only what he stands up ill.

Outstanding Accounts.—-Tim 31st. July marks the end of our financial year, and we will on that (late balance our accounts. In view of this fact a small payment from every one of our customers before that dale, would greatly assist us in the efficient handling of our- business. Addisons.—Advt.

The District Health Officer at Christchurch has notified the authorities today that schools and all places of amuse ment must he closed to children under Hi years of age. Tin's precaution is taken in consequence of the prevalence el (influenza. As a consequence the children's fairy dance at the Soldiers' Hall to-night lias had to tie. postponed sine die. The da.ncc for the adults will proceed as announced already. The children's function will be arranged for later.

Air I.awn is arranging a special dance programme for the impromptu adult evening arranged at the Soldiers’ Hall to-night to take the place of the children’s fancy dance which had to be deferred owing to the reuglations enforced by the authorities regarding the admission of children under 16 years ot age to places of amusement. In addition to-night (after the pictures) the Royal Orchestra will attend and supply a few items of the latest jazz music. As a nominal charge of one shilling is made, and as supper will be served in the annexe at 10.30, there should be n bumper attendance.

A tragedy occurred in tho Liverpool Colliery Runangn, yesterday afternoon, a miner being killed by a fall of coal. The victim was Andrew Baker, single, •17 years of age, who had been a resident of the district for the past ten years. Baker, who was working on a [non lhij|i<:| opt .\'q .p|7inn.j sn.u ‘jpiitq and pinned against a jig-prop, being covered with several tons of material, from the waist downwards. Other miners endeavoured to extricate the tin fortunate man, hut lie expired before this was accomplished. The body was brought down from the mine, and was examined by Dr Brine Boy at the station. It was found that the spinal column was dislocated, whilst one hip was also injured. This is the iirst death that has occurred in the Liverpool mine from accident.

A quantity of salvaged cargo and material from the Wiltshire was brought to Auckland hv the scow Ngalnia on Saturday. Included in the scow’s cargo were the Wiltshire’s eight propeller blades anil two of the ship’s lifeboats, as well as a reel of mooring wire, a condenser, copper tubing and other material. The salvaged cargo consists of fencing wire, galvanised iron, paint, cot Foil waste, bars of pig-iron, and various items of general merchandise. Tlk> eight propeller blades which are of bronze, are the most valuable items salvaged from the wreck for some time.

At a. meeting of the Judicial Committee of the Westland Sub-Union hold last evening, the rehearing ot the charge against C. Xoilson took place. After hearing the player, and the referee it was decided that the previous decision of disqualification, for the balance of the season, should stand. In connection with the charge against Cunningham the Committee decided to take no notion, expressing regret that no evidence was available beyond the admission made by the player at a previous meeting, otherwise drastic action would have been taken.

Many folk are interested locally in the canvas ‘'dwellings’’ new going up adjacent to the railway works. This temporised method for residence seems to suggest a shortage of houses. Occupation of the canvas apartments, however, is not as cold as it looks, as faithfully erected very comfortable quarters can he secured. Those whose memories can go back to the early days will recall the long lino of tents and similar temporary structures which first marked the route of Hcvell Street. Indeed in the locality of the present tents there was, in the early days, a considerable canvas block, and now history is repeating itself after sixty years. A considerable number of men are employed on the local railway works, and the number will he further increased shortly. A start has been made also with the erection of the new residence for the stationmaster.

•Storm Lanterns: Our benzine storm lanterns are invaluable for farmers. 350 C.P. rain, wind and storm proof. Light with match. Yet only 65s post free. R. P. M. Manning and Co. 5 Bedford Bow, Christchurch. —Advt.

It will pay you to visit Schroder and Co’s great sale now on—reductions in every department. Space will not permit of price-list being quoted, hut we can assure you that all lines subject to the fashion, are reduced without regard to cost. For cash only. An early visit will amply repay you. Schroder and Co.—Advt.

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