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Hokitika Guardian, 18 September 1923, Page 2

The Progress League meets at the County Chambers at 7.30 o’clock tonight.

Messrs NY. Jeffries and Co. bold ail auction sale, in the mart to-morrow at 2.;j0 p.m. of 5 separators, 20 sacks potatoes, hams and bacon.

Bv referring to our advertising columns it will be seen that a rebate of 5 per cent will be allowed Borough ratepayers on their rates if paid on or before October 31st., 1923.

The Awatuna Dredging Coy., Ltd., inserts a warning in this issue to persons against removing coal or other goods, or failing to return goods a.ready taken.

The usual monthly Inßlosido in conneotion with the Caledonian Society will be held to-morrow evening at the usual time. Admission by ticket.— Advt.

Mr .1. B. Sinclair, J.l’-.of Westport, a member of the Nelson Education Board, and a well known surveyor, died last evening at 7.30 at WcstpoiL Hospital, alter an illness lasting some little time.

The Wellington mails by the ferry steamer connected ibis'morning with the West Const express, but owing to there being a slip oil the- road near Wainihiniiii, the ears cannot get through to-day, and the mails will ah come through to-night by train.

Th(- ballot for secretary of the N.Z. Miners Federation has resulted l*. O’Rourke, 1006 votes, F. Feary 800. For other positions the following are elected President: M r Valentine Curran (unopposed). Executive members: For Buller district: Mr F. Tlicol,old (unopposed); for Southern District, Mr A. C. Dixon.

There is no need in the slightest to he in doubt as to the correct time, if you carry a Tcnncnt fully jewelled lever watch. These watches are now being offered at all absolute bargain price—10s, with two years’ guarantee. Order one by mail if you cannot call. We pay postage. J. Tcnncnt, Jeweller, Hamilton St., Hokitika.

The restoration of the 'I own Hall building is now completed almost. A'ory good work has been done, and the front of the finest wooden building in Hokitika is as impressive as ever. It is understood that the repairs and improvements have been carried out well within the estimate of £SOO, upon which the Borough Council authorised the work.

A quantity of tlio machinery for the new dairy factory centred at Hokitika, lias arrived, and has keen installed in position. The class of machinery procured is in keeping with the factors’ itself, and suggests at once that the now company is laying itself out for a large business within the district. The whole of the plant is modern, and arranged on labor saving lines.

To-morrow afternoon the Lades’ Hockey team journeys to Grovmouth to play a match with C'ohden. The following players will represent the Club: Misses J. Hall, I*. Sumner, K. Fowler, M. Sumner, AV. Thompson. A. Stapleton, X. Lock, 1). Tintland, J. Brown, S. Herring, J. Rosevear . Emergencies: K. Coles, K. Henderson, R. Speed. The bus will leave Clements Garage at 1.15 p.m.

At a meeting of the Ladies’ Committee of the Hospital Ball held last evening. Mrs Davidson presided over a good attendance of members. Misses .Moore and Foster (bon. secretaries) presented a report, showing the net proceeds would amount to £145. This, with subsidy of 24s in the £', would amount to £319. Mrs Davidson expressed appreciation of the manner in which all had worked to make the hall such a success, specially referring to the good work of Miss Moore. Hearty votes of thanks were passed to all donors and those who had kindly assisted, and the meeting terminated.

At a. meeting of the Committee of the Inangahua Trotting Club held on Friday evening, the report of the Programme Committee, framing a programme totalling £BOO for the Club s Meeting on Tuesday, January Bth. 1924, was adopted as follows: —■Welcome Handicap (harness), 80sovs., 1 mile, 2.32 class, local race. Progress Handicap’ (saddle), 95 sow U miles, 3.54 class, unhopplod trotters. Inangahua Trotting Club Handicap (harness), 169 sovs, 2 miles, 4.52 class. Blaekwater Handicap (harness) 80 sovs., li miles, 3 9 class. - Scotia Handicap (saddle), 95 sovs.. li miles, 3.40 class. Alexander Handicap (harness) 100 sovs. 1) miles, 3.1 class. Big River Handicap (harness), 100 sovs. 2 miles, 5.12 class, unhoppled trotters. Keep-It-Dark Handicap (saddle), 90 sovs., 1 mile, 2. Jo class.

Schroder and Co are again to the fore with the latest creations m millinery. To appreciate them we respectfully solicit your inspection.—Advt:

Thousands of eggs preserved last year with SHARLAND’S MOA ‘brand EGG PRESERVATIVE. Housewives know it’s the best. Eggs are cheap— preserve now. Costs less than Id a dozen.

Eggs are at their lowest price. Now’s the time to “put clown” a plentiful supply for future use. Use SHARLAND’S “MOA” BRAND EGG PRESERVATIVE. Effective, clean, economical.

Boiler Owners: “Scott’s” Patent Mma Non-Conducting Composition is the only guaranteed calorifuge on the market. Adheres with absolute certainty to any surface and is indestructible. R. P. M. Manning and Co. 5 Bedford Row, Christchurch.—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 fash. It will he to your advantage to inspect early fit Schroder and Co.’s— Advt,

A meeting of the Arts Committee fa connection with the Exhibition will be held at the County Chambers at 4.30 o’clock to-morrow afternoon.

On Wednesday evening the concert in aid of St. Joseph’s school takes place in the Public Hall, Kanieri. A capital programme has been arranged by the Sisters. A danco will follow the concert. A car leaves the Central Hotel corner to-morrow evening at 7.30 o’clock.

Farmers: A trusty benzine storm lantern can be secured from us lot only 65s post free. 350 c.p. ram, wind and storm proof. Light with match. R. P. AT. Manning and Co., 5 Bedford Row, Christchurch.—Advt.

For underclothing, germ-laden handkerchiefs, etc. “NO-R CUBING” Laundry Help has no equal.—Advt

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, dresses and othet showroom goods will appeal to women who understand “dress.” Aon are invited to view these new styles which aro notable for their variety and moderate cost. McGruer’s (Westland), Ltd., Spot Cash Department- Stores, Grevmoutli and Hokitika.—Advt.