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Hokitika Guardian, 3 August 1923, Page 2

The “Guardian"’ will not he published to-morrow. The entries for Monday’s fat stock sale appear in this issue.

A meeting of the I-adies’ Committee of the Hospital Ball will bo held in the Board rooms on Monday August btli. at 7 p.lii. to complete arrangements for the annual hall.—Advt.

The annual Hospital Ball will he held in the Drill Shed on Wednesday. Sept. l'Jtli. A strung Ladies’ Committee have the arrangements iu hand to assure a successful gathering.

In this issue Messrs W. .Iclfrics and Co., have a preliminary notice with regal d to a clearing sale of live and dead stock etc., to be held at the Hari llari Yards on Friday, August 30th.

A former well-known Ileefton resident of many years standing, Mrs McNamara, died yesterday at Christchurch, where she had lived for the past few years. Deceased was n sister of the lute William Noonan (of Beefton), Michael Noonan (Greymouth), and Denis Noonan (Ahaura). She leaves one daughter to mourn her loss.

A quiet marriage was celebrated yesterday at the residence of the bride, Brittan Street when Mr Joint Peake, the well-known clerk, was united to Mrs Mary Haussniaim, widow ot the late Mr. G. Haussinann. of Hokitika. Mr Colin ILuissmann was best man. and Miss Phyliss rilausstnann was bridesmaid. The happy couple will have the good wishes of a wide circle of friends for their future happiness.

The Impel ial Naval authorities have apportioned to New Zealand lilt-con of ;he four-inch guns which were removed from tie Dominion's gilt battle-cruiser 11.M.5. New Zealand, idler she was condemned as obsolete, pour ol tee guns h ivc .lheiidv arrived lrom England Mid will be added to the armament of the Wellington toast defence battery The Am-.vland forts are m receive -iven guns, together with sev-'ri! of tpa powerful searchlight projector'' with which the battle-i miser was equipped.

Motorist.-, 1 Call at Mild and Bassett's and in.,peel the Ma\o automaitc wind-screen cleaner. .22 Jits fitted. Outlook windscreen wipers at, 12s Oil fitted. District agents for l’uro windscreen, no-fog 2s (Id.---

Tla-re. is :m wwlaml service to-day -r ho last of Lln- coaching service. toiling lilt' Gorge, passing tlio Divide, and penetrating Canterbury “over the hill.” Tu-iinimiv; onward traffic v. ill puss regularlv through “tho hole in tlie liill.” Tlioro is a general desire that tho l’nss road should bo maintained for motor traffic which each succeeding season of late years has griwn enormously in volume, and the present being exhibition season the traffic.' is sure to Ik> increased still further if the roadway is available for the purpose It is a highway of national importance, and .should Is* maintained as a Government roast.

At the Magistrate's Court yesterday afternoon there was a wordy clash lietween Mr Murdoch and Mr McGavoek. The latter had been suggesting to a witness that the witness had lieon instrnmentnl in raising an agitation against the resumption of the area in question, but this the witness strenuously denied. Mr Murdoch carried the attack in the opposite direction by suggesting to Mr McGavoek that he had been the cause oT an agitation headed by Mr Keenan in favor of the resumption. Mr McClavock denied the charge and Mr Murdoch was proceeding to refer to further incidents in connection with tho matter when the Magistrate interfered, with the remark that the across tho table references wc.ro

not necessary. Motorists! If in doubt about your car, consult Wild and Bassett, whore you fan get tree advice, free air, free battery inspection, and distilled water without obligation.-—*

The fortnightly rahhitskin sale was held at Dunedin on Tuesday and large catalogues were offered to a lull attendance of buyers. Competition was good, and prices for winter skins were firm on late ruling rales. Oil-season skins and other sorts were a shade easier. Tho prices are as follows: — Super winter does, to D7Jd; prime winter does, to 04Jd ; winter docs to 79d : prime winter bucks, to S2RI; lust winter bucks, to 77id; spotted winter bucks and does, to odd; early winters. OOd to God; incoming winters, old to 59d; date autumns, to 48Jd ; eaily autumns, to otic! to 40d ; prime racks, to SOfil ; light racks, to 27>.d; winter, hawked and broken, to 33d; summers to °7d • first winter black. <sd to Sit’d ; winter black, 49.1 to sS‘d ; winter fawn, to Glfd ; horsehair, 24d to 28d; hareskins, to 2<ijd.

The annexe at tl'.e Soldieis’ Hall was crowded last night for the euchre imirnament in aid of the lt-S.A. building fund. Fcr the ladies prize, Miss McGee, Mosdame.s Keller, Harker, Benjamin, Lynn and Morgan tied, and in the piny off the last named won the prize, tt decanter and glasses. Mr B. Jamieson (who won the full complement of games) won tho gent’s prize a shaving outfit. The lady's consolation prize was won by Mrs I.akin, after a tie with Mr» Brookes, and Mr H. Ivortegast won the gent’s, after a tie with Mr B. Adamson. After supper, an assembly was held, Miss \ . King supplying the music, the evening passing off very enjoyable. The tournament will be continued on Thursday next-, and every Thursday night thereafter.

Belting; Our list of satisfied customers is growing. Me stock the famous “Gandy’s” Genuine Balata and “Mangrovite” leather belting. Our quotes are low. R. P. M. Manning and Co., Bedford Row, Christ church.—Advt.

Air John Cron cf Hnast inserts a notice to the public in this issue.

A meeting of the Rc-foree.s’ Association will be hold this evening at- 7 o’clock in Mclntosh’s Club Rooms, when a- full attendance is desired.

Word was received in town after midday stating that Clements Motors Ltd., Largo lorry with a load for South Westland went through Totarn river bridge near Ross. No particulars are to hand.

The Inspector of Health notifies tlm removal of the restrictions against children under 1C years of ago attending places of public amusement etc., as from Monday next, when all schools may reopen.

When treating yo u r friends to afternoon tea keep m mind flint the must ideal spot in town is “The Rendezvous.” The dainty ham. tomato and egg sandwiches are pronounced delicious by all, as are the various other delicacies of the menu. The Rendezvous i.s open every day, holidays, and Sunday afternoons and evenings, a fact which is greatly appreciated, judging by the crowd which frequent these popular rooms. Soldiers’ Social Hall: Tomorrow Night! The Kiwi Football Club are holding their usual Saturday night dance. The excellent condition of the floor and the good music to be supplied assures a good night’s enjoyment. Dancing at 8.30 o’clock sharp. Admission Is.—Advt.

Mr Thomas Powick. an old and highly esteemed resident of Westport, possed away on Tuesday morning. Deceased was a native of Shrawlcy, A\ oreestershire, England, and 83 years ol age. He came to New Zealand 00 years ago and followed his profession as an engineer. He is survived by a widow, four sons and two daughters.

These days when the influenza is so prevalent, one cannot be to careful. At the Rivoli, Revel! St. you can procure one of the best, lines of oranges and lemons that ever left America. Choice Sydney mandarines have also just arrived tn-day, along with pines, passions, grapes etc. Come along and have a look at our display and our prices.-—Girt.

The Druids’ Ball which was to have taken place on July 25th. but was postponed owing to the influenza epidemic, is now set down to be held in the Soldier’s Hall on Wednesday, August Bth. According to the sale ol tickets and the interest being evinced the gathering should prove the usual great success. There will he popular music and the entertainment and comfort of patrons will he well provided for.—Advt.

Call ami inspect the Alomilo Greasing System for till makes of cars; makes greasing easy, and adds double life to wearing parts. Y> ild and Bassett,

agents.—* Motor boating for you. Slip “Wisconsin” motor oil to any row boat or punt and you have motor boat which will go anywhere at 7 miles an hour. It. P. M. Manning and Co., 5 Bedford Row, Christ church. —Advt.

- No reasonable oiler for cash will be refuse dfor the balance of our millinery, to effect a complete clearance. Get in early at. Schroder and Co. Remembered we are determined not to carry over iinv bats.—Advt.