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Hokitika Guardian, 14 September 1923, Page 2

The services in St Mary’s parish on Sunday next will he:—Kanieri 8.30 a.m., Hokitika 10 n.m. and 7 p.m. To-night (Friday) at Kanieri Public Hull, usual Assembly Dance. Everyt>ody welcome.—Advt. Consumers of gas are reminded that accounts for August must he paid before noon to-morrow to secure discount. Tn another column Mr D .J. Evans returns thanks for the position in which the municipal electors placed him at the poll yesterday. The Westland Hospital Board notifies that all accounts due on March 31st. unless arranged for before Oct. Ist., will be sued for without further notice.

Mr A. B. Bovd, the well-known horticulturist notifies a list of flower plants that he will have for sale available at the end of October. Particulars appear in this issue.

At a meeting of tho Kokatahi Hospital Ball Committee held on Monday evening last, Mr IV. Kelly was unanimously voted to the chair. r lhe Committee resolved to hold a Basket B-'ll in aid of the Hospital Building Fund on October 21th. and judging by the enthusiasm displayed, the function should prove a decided success. A Luther meeting is to lie held on the 24tli. of this month and ladies are especially invited to be present. The danger caused by heavily laden lorries travelling over bridges on which were fixed notices limiting the weight of vehicles crossing was referred to at tho last meeting of the Eltliam County Council (states the llawera “Star”). From the discussion which ensued it was made clear that the council intends to take action against offendors. An oxamplt* of lingo ocuiiouiii* \\astc is to he seen at a Palmerston North motor engineer’s premises (says the “Manawatu Daily Times”). Seven hundred used solid motor lonv tires await removal to the rubbish heap. These tires cost the owners £14,000. There are ten tons of unperislied rubber and twenty ions of solid steel in the heap but New Zealand lias no means of utilising these valuable pioducts. The same establishment dumped a similar quantity a short time ago. At tlie annual meeting of the N.Z. Howling Association at Christchurch on Tuesday, it was decided that, the next championship tournament should he held in Christchurch, commencing with the singles on January 9. 1921, and thul it he conducted on the same lines as last year, the singles being played on January 11 and 12 and the rinks oil January 11 and following days. It was also agreed that the post sectional play should be on the two-life principle and that two rink games should he played each day.

To-morrow will be Soldiers’ Sale Day at the depot in Bcvoll Street, where gifts of all kinds will lie thankfully received, and as readily turned info cash to th.e willing buyers. The depot will he conducted by the Men’s Committee, which is sure to put a good deal of energy into the effort. Tomorrow night at tho Soldiers’ Hall, the Ladies’ Committee will conduct the monthly Saturday- night, dance in aid of tho'B.S.A. building fund. It will he a special evening for the purpose of augmenting this month's effort towards reaching the £2OO goal set for (he September takings. First class music will bo supplied and on the superior floor of the hall, quite a special evening will he enjoyed.

Several little incidents in connection with the competitions have hoeit recorded from time to time, lint a story told of the Wanganui competitions is worth relating. A certain gentleman who had been in the habit of acting as a host usually conveyed the invitation in the remark: “Care to have a look at the old gentleman before we screw him down?” In the evening two gentlemen in clerical attire, who had been good friends to the competitions were seated in the front row, and it was thought that they would not ho averse to a little liquid refreshment, so one of the officials approached them in a stage whisper: “Take to see. the old gentleman before we screw him down?” They were greatly shocked, and the question had to he repeated, with the result that they left for the rear of the stage with elongated countenanecs. Decorously they entered thi' ante-room, when, much to their surprise—and pleasure—they wore asked to partake of a “spot.” which soon served to disperse the gloom which had shown itself in their faces. Tn fact it was twice dispelled.

By the death of Mr George W. Hean of Wanganui, who succumbed to an attack of pneumonia at Christchurch on Wednesday, New Zealand loses a well-known and highly-respected citizen. The late Mr Hean was horn in Kaiapoi in 1870. He adopted the profession of chemist, and at various times controlled pharmacies in Iluntervilie, Feildiug, Christchurch, and Wanganui. A man of intense energy and business aptitude, he made the study of advertising a hobby, and discovering the concentrated cough mixture known as “Heon/.0,” put his advertising knowledge to good use. As the result of his efforts, lie developed one of the biggest proprietary medicine businesses in the Southern Hemisphere. After successfully placing “Heenz.o" in New Zealand, Mr IToan went to Australia, whore ho was equally successful with tlio same lino.

Now on showing of spring fashions. Our complete and authentic collection of fashions for spring merits your early and critical inspection. The display of millinery, frocks, costumes, blouses, jumpers, drosses and othei showroom goods will appeal to women who understand “dress.” You are invited to view these new styles which are notable for their variety and moderate rost. McGruer’s (Westland), Ltd., Spot Cash Department Stores, Grevmouth and Hokitika.—Advt.

For Spring cleaning you will perhaps need renewing some of your carpets, linoleums, curtains, or fresh runners and mats. Schroder and Co. are now showing the latest at a very reasonable price. For quantity, especial concession will he made for cash. It will lie to your advantage to inspect early at Schroder and Co.’s—Advt. Woods’ Great Peppermint Cure. For Children’s Hacking Cough,

The fifth medal match, postponed lastweek owing to weather conditions, will he played to-morrow. Air W. 11. Stopforth, mercer and outfitter, Revell street, lias a change of advertisement in tins issue, of interest to those who are looking for good tweed trousers at a reduced price. “Why should you buy another piano when you already had cnef” asked counsel of a lady witness in tho Supreme Court at Masterton (states an exchange). “I can buy a second piano if I want to: I can buy half a dozen pianos if I want to,” was the prompt reply.

The abattoir's report for July, presented to last night’s Greymoutli -Borough Council meeting was:—Examined, cows 1; bullocks 190 : sheep, 704 : lambs, 38: pigs. 13; .calves, 2G; condemned, cows. 1. Fees for the month amounted to £124 11s Id. For the month of August the report was:—Examined, tows. 4; bullocks, 204; sheep, 072; pigs, 15; calves. 7; condemned: .till celts, 1. Fees for the month amounted to £123 10s.

When comparing freights by sea and rail to the West Coast, merchants should bear in mind that sea freights are charged oil a basis of measuiement, whereas the railway charges are on a dead-weight basis. That, is strongly urged by the Bailway Department. The Department explains that articles of general merchandise tea, for instance, and other such articles of a light character —are much greater in volume than in weight. Consequently the measurement charge is heavier than the weight charge.

The juvenile fancy dress hall in aid of the hospital funds in the Drill Shed last evening was another distinct success. There was a very large attendance and the young people had a happy time. The prizes for fancy costumes were awarded as follows, the judges adding two second prizes owing to the excellence of the costumes:—Best dressed hov, Jock Staveley. (Lord Nelson) ; second best, George Delbridgc (an airman) ; most original costume, Charles Sumner (Borough rubbish dump), second host boy. Jackie McViear (a miner). Best dressed girl. “Billv” Y a mill (a Dutch girl) ; most original girl, Elba Breeze (a bonbon). There was a very plentiful supper supplied, and the gathering passed off very merrily, a welcome hag of lollies being handed round to each child. I lie takings last night were again substantial, amounting to over £2O. It is estimated that the proceeds of the two nights will amount to over £125.

The Parliamentary session just closed had been remarkable in some respects, said the Hon C. J. Parr at the Orphans’ Club’s social at Auckland. There had been more talk, and yet more effective work in the ultimate result than in an ordinary session. It had been said that while the members were talking, no great harm was being done; but harm might result if they came to a decision. Mr Parr pointed out the value of the dissemination of information by the newspapers of what was transpiring in the House. Every voter in New Zealand thus learned what was going on there. The Prime Minister, he added, was a remarkable tactician, and knows how to handle men. His generalship included handling Cabinet, the Party, deputations, and individuals, and also the House of Parliament, in such a way as to give satisfaction to the members.

Schroder and Co are again to the foro with the latest creations in millinery. To appreciate them we respectfully solicit your inspection.—Advt. “Filirine” Paint stands alone ,as a protector and preserving medium for wood, iron and steel work. Anti-cor-rosive, anti-fouling and protective to highest degree. 11. P. -M. Manning and Co., 5 Bedford How. Christchurch. —Adt,

Newcomers to Hokitika ate cordially invited to join the ‘'NO-BbBBLNG’ Laundry Help Club. (Full particulars from your grocer).—Advt.

"AVhat perils do environ mankind.— Anon. The advent of ihe chilly weather increases the risk of catching colds and coughs, unless you arc safeguarded \>ith Baxter’s Lung Preserver. “Baxter’s” is a rich and warming specific that speedily gets to the root of all winter ailments. Always gives sure relief in the case of bronchial and chest affections. Baxter’s Lung Preserver Is also an efficacious building-up tonic. 2s Od buys a large bottle. All chemists and stores.