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Hokitika Guardian, 10 May 1924, Page 2

Wilir.o 1 is establishing itself as the circumstances will permit, it is not to he expected that the other traditional political parties will remain dormant. On the contrary, there are signs that they are activity itself. The Conservatives have the best chance of asserting themselves politically. Bad tactics are credited with causing the recent loss of ollicc, but the experience has welded the party closer together, and it is at least making a strong point of its fiscal policy which includes preference for the dominions, and protection ('onerally as a means to foster industry lit Home. 'Hie late election was hurried unduly, and before the proposals of the (lovernment could he assimilated the .polls were taking place. The (lovernment paid the price for its indecent haste. Til the cool shades of opposition there is time to reflect and to see where there was the unfortunate miscarriage to the party, 'ihe Conservatives will therefore organise, and in doing so will take a leaf out of the book of Labor probably and realise the advantage of publicity and propabanda. There is no doubt Labor always makes the fullest use of tli.soe two avenues to extol itself or its poliev, and any party nowadays would he wise to follow such a lead as ail essential means to attract and hold the attention of the public. The Liberals allowed themselves to be so disrupted that it required the catastrophe of a decimating election to bring the remnants together again. The Liberals hecnine wise rathe late in the day, hut they are working in better unisc.n now. and have at least two very notcable names at their head capable of claiming lunch pub.ic atten-

tion <m every occasion they are dis; used to address themselves to the Luge questions ot the* time. I In* Liberals, too. are organising, hut there is no doniit a considerable measure of their former support has gone over io Labor —at all events for the time being. Stiil the l.ilieriils have such traditions behind them. that should l.aho*through lack ot leadership tails to hold their support, a great body of political opinion will he glad again to return to the safer political haven where the Liberals ate tarrying. So w<> may anticipate a gradual political development in Britain, the outcome ol which w ill depend upon tin* wooing capabilities of the respective parties.

In summing up a review of the Englisii political sitliiition out* writer goes on to «ay that tkn,-,c who look at tlm Empire with with* eyes, and c:iii see beyond the ].olitit-sil fog that the- general election of ]!»2.'{ brought over the British Isles, are not in a panic these ilays. They know that other parts « >l" tin* Empire liitve had Labor (loverimiei.ls and have amvived the experience. They know that our British national metltod of thinking—so coinl'otTahle for ourselves, so exasperating to some foreign ideologues—net* as a gyrosco|e to keep us on the straight line of eoniioon sense. Even if (treat Britain is to he Bed, it will he a British Bed. a voi.v dilferent color front Russian Bed or even French Bed—a Bed sueh as that crimson strand which runs through the cordage of the Navy, and which is the host ri.vmbol of hond of Empire. 1 lie British Labor Government will do nothing intentionally to weaken the fouiidations of the Kmpire. l’orliaps the only real danger whirl) it brings, is that through its old .internatioii.il assocaitions it may lie betrayed into administrative notions wliieii seem to have a good purpose, hut which are intended really to hamper British trade and titantil'ncturets for the henelit of foreign competitors. Before the Great War (it is related) when Admiral C'aniphell for the Admiralty was endeavouring to secure the defensive arming of our mercantile food carriers, there was a clever foreign propaganda to point out the extra dangers to the itohle British sailor of putting guns and explosives into merchant ships. Many similar examples could ho cited of apparently humanitarian agitators which masked cleverly their real aim, which was to attach British industry. A Maori chief w ho had had an unhappy experience of a rogue masquerading as a missionary, answered a genuine (evangelist who urged him to lift up his eyes to heaven. “Yes! mid while I am not looking von steal my land.” Tf I lie British Prime Minister and his colleagues are as wise as they appear to lie. they will scrutinise very carefully any .suggestions coming to them from foreign sources for the hotter welfare of the worker. Snell suggestions may have good intentions; hut also they may have the intention of stealing British trade whilst England is looking up to an ideal. Back of all theories there must he sound lominon sense to develope a wise, helpful policy for-the times.

The monthly mooting of the Westland County Council takes place on Tuesday afternoon next.

.Mails and passengers from tlic North Island by the ferry steamer connected with the West Coast express at Christchurch this morning.

Paddy's Market, this (Saturday) afternoon and evening in aid of the funds of the Ladies’ Hockey Club. Next to Mr Lawn’s. Itevell St. Call and help. Everybody welcome.—Advt. Masses will he celebrated in St. Mary’s Parish to-morrow as follows: Hokitika, 8 and 10 a.in.; Kokalahi at It) a.m.

Messrs M. Houston and Co. will sell by auction on Wednesday at 1.00 p.m. on the premises Station! St. on belli;!! of Mr 11. M. Smyth, the whole of the furniture and oli'erts. particulars ot which appear in this issue.

The manager of the Creymoutli Abattoirs reports that the following stock have liven dealt with during the month of April:— 3o cows. Kill bullocks. (HjO sheep', IS3 lambs, 1 pig 21 calves. The number of stock condemned wore one bullock and one sheep.

A meeting of the general committee of the lt.es.A. will he held at the Soldiers' 1 Jail at 7 o’clock on Monday evening, in connection with a joint meeting of the bazaar and social subcommittees to further advance matters in regard to the bazaar to he belli at the close of next month. A full attendance is requested.

Ladies! Come along to the “Lucille”. (icnniiie bargains for one week only. Big reductions in all millinery lilies, also woollen cardigans and jumpers. Luxor jerseys, also crepe do chine jumpers. Inspection invited.—Advt.

Monday night will witness the .openii,„ ~i* the ever popular weekly euclire tournaments and dances at <St. Mary's Chili. An up-to-date committee will assure patrons a lirst class evening enjoyment. Euchre at 8 sharp, followed by supper and dancing at 10 to music supplied by Messrs Lawn and (libbons. Conte one and all and start right now to compete for the aggregate prize.

Childrens overalls Is lid, ladies “Dorothy” aprons .'is 11*1, ladies indigo print aprons Is lid, and ladies fancy overalls .Is 3d. at Mrs .1. Lloyd s Secure a bargain while they last. Advt

The Commissioner of I axes draws attention of taxpayers to the notification appearing in to-day’s issue that turns of Income must ho furnished not later than the ‘2nd. June. Komis of return may he obtained at any postal money-order okiec; they will not he sent to taxpayers from the oll'ne of the Commissioner of Taxes unless written application is made lor them.

Owing to unforeseen circumstances, the underhand chop announced for tonight at the Kiwi training shed, hasbeen postponed until Saturday. May 1711i.--Advt.

.1. Shims wishes to notify his South customers that owing to the recent Railway strike lie has just received Ins consignment of winter goods. He will arrive South a few days later than advised. and will he showing a line range of winter drapery and clothing ot highest quality—including IVtmie and ltoslyli blankets at bed rock prices.—Advt.

Solid leatli suit eases '-Min. 70s. 2(iin. with steel frame 955. Ifiin. solid b*ajlicr kit bags *7s fid. loin, solid leathei brief bags :>,7s (Id. ltiin. Basil brief bags 22s (id. Fibre suit eases from Kis (id to 37s Oil. These cash prices for solid leather suit cases will save you 39s to Lis per hag. if von buy at once from \V. 11. Stiqiforth. Cent's Outfitter. Itevell St.— Advt.

l.e Boy and Mel.ogn oilskin coats absolutely the best tiling for tlu* rain, riding, walking and working styles, prices' 70s 6d to 89s (Id. Men’s garbar<line raincoats, dressy and stviish. groat, values at 70s (id at McKay and Son’s.— Advt.

Umbrellas repaired at snortost no. lice. Job guaranteed. IV. H. Slop, forth. Gents’ Outfitter.- Advt.

Friday, May 2nd, and following days' Inventory Sale, the great clearance before annual stock-taking. Don't miss this big factor. Broadcasting. * l.argr.ins. »cn~aleim>l smashing prices ; -tucks must go out to simplify stock-taking. Your great opportunity to buy the new winter goods at ciid-of—cason's low hargtVin prices. This great sale for'a short period only. Act ipiicklv. MeGi uer’s. Hokitika and Givyiunatli. Advt.

BanisH coughs and colds and save money by using ‘‘XAZOL.” Eighteenpence buys tit) doses—enough to cure the whole bad-cold lamily.

I.adics can thank “XO-RCUBING” Laundry Help for shortening the once dreaded washing days to a bricl hour or so to-day. It works wonders, and only Is for 7 weeks.--K. J. Llovd.— Advt.