THOUCHTS FOR THE TIMES.

Hokitika Guardian, 24 May 1924, Page 2

THOUCHTS FOR THE TIMES.

Tiik Fountain ok Pk.ut.. AA'oinan, the mother of the race, and its teacher in its most plastic years, can exercise a profound influence in the promotion of peace and goodwill, and this world Peace movement contributes ever so little to a better understanding among the nations represented at the conferences, its work wil] n?t have been in vain.

This week’s Weekly Press contains some splendid illustrations of the wreck of the Ngahere. the Christchurch Capping Carnival, together with P2 pages of various illustrations. Copies obtainable at King's, stationer.

AVateh Mrs J. Lloyd's windows for the display of evening wear. Before choosing your new evening gown you would do well to come and inspect our verv varied stocks.—Advt.

Remember St. Mary’s weekly euchre tournament aiul dance A 1 outlay night. Euchre punctually at 8 p.m., dance 10 p.iu. Music supplied by Lawn’s Orchestra. (food prizes, supper provided. Admission Is. —Advt.

There has been several heavy frost* during the last few days, with gloriously''clear days,, tlie Southern Alps standing out with remarkable clearness. The hills now have a considerable coating of snow. The nights are getting collier, but the sitti slill giics oil' a great warmth during the day.

At the meeting of the Committee of the liiangahua Trotting Club held at lioeflim on Wednesday evening, the Secret arv was instructed to appl\ to tlie Bceftini Jockey Club for tlie (>th January, 1925. so that the trotting meeting would he the middle day iff tlie Beofton racing carnival.

Empire Day will lie celebrated by a special dance at the Soldiers’ Hall tonight ciimmeiiciiig at 5.30 o'clock. First-class music will be provided, anil an evening of .special pleasure should result. There will be a bumper attendance for the occasion.

The picture benefit for the Hokitika Beautifying Society on Tuesday night should enjoy wide public patronage. McLean’s pictures are tendering tlie benefit, the proceeds front which will he utilised for beautifying tlie town, work which is already speaking for itself in a practical manner.

Macanilrew Square is being reconditioned for the coining lloral season. The grounds are being put in very trim order, anil in another week or so will he at their best again. The evidences of occupation by the Exhibition Buildings are now all practically gone. The Hokitika Municipal Baud will render a sacred concert at the Princess Theatre on Sunday night commencing at 8.3!) o’clock. A very line programme has been arranged. Admission is free and there will be no collection.

The death took place at Christchurch on Thursday night ol Mr Henry Holloway, formerly a tailor employed by M.r A. 11. Keller for some years. Deceased leaves a widow and young family, Mrs Holloway being a daughter of Mr and Mrs Keys of Upper Bolleston Street.

Tlie Medical Superintendent of the drey Hospital reported that there were 78 patients remaining in the hospital at the end of March. There were 42 admitted in April—lt) hail been discharged. three had died, and 77 remained at the end of the month. The average number <>f patients daily, was 77.70. anil the average stay ol each patient was 19 days.

In connection with tlie eruption iff Xgnuruhoe on Thursday, a later message slated that it still continues to emit a huge volume of vapour and ashes. The disturbances died down for some time, but late in the afternoon the mountain was observed to be sending forth heavy clouds again, which "rose to a great height. The snow roll ltd th<’ base of the volcano melted and debris thrown out of the ( . r ater is forming patches on the snow which covers the mountain. No lhimo is visible so far. Ketetalii Springs, on Tonga rim. also are exceptionally nr-

live and steam is rising to an unusual height. It was reported four years ago that, lava had been seen in the crater of Ngaiiruhoe—for the first time since the volcano was known to Europeans, hut there have been no indications that it has been increasing in activity. However, it is evident that lava must have (lowed from the crater at some period because streams have been found on tile north-west side.

The Chautauqua Party which paid a surprise. \ Lit to Hokitika last evening, gave an entertainment of unexampled excellem e to a small hut most appreciative audience. There were four vocalists and a pianist in tin* party — every member ol which is a musical artist of arresting merit. Maxm Hrodi. the tenor, was a sheer delight. Miss Isaacs, soprano, a superior *■•-

.piano of marked ability: Miss Hutton, a fine full contralto always delightfolly entertaining —not t > say captivating : Mr Cooke, the baritone, a .singer of special merit; and Miss Morrisy was the presiding genius tit the piano. Every number was encored, and every artist bad triple encores. The programme was of -cosmopolitan variety and all the items were in favor. The audience small as it was. rose to great heights of enthusiasm, and the splendid efforts of the performers did not got without sustained approbation. It was a rare entertainmeu;,

which seems to have caught the mil icloving section of the people unawares, or the attendance would not have been so sparse. Among the concerted items re n<l<» red were:—Selections- from the opertis “Faust” and “Lombardi.

“Praise A'e the 1.-ord.’* lrom “Attilla,” “The Pine Danube”; “April Alurn” duet: ‘AA’lien the Daisv Opens Her lives.” The solos included “Dai Campi,” “Dunn.” “Invictus,” “Floral Dance.” “King Charles,” “My Player.” “If He AA'ent Blind.” “A Passed liv A'our AA’ind.ow.” “The .Jewel Song." “The Lilac Tree” and many other gems. The pianoforte numbers were from Chopin, waltz in D. Hat and impromptu in C. sharp. It is good to hear that this great company of singers may return here at a later date. If that Ik‘ Hokitika’s good fortune, the reputation made will stand the company in good stead on next occasion.

Beautiful Evening Drosses at AlcKay’s— a big range just opened shot mousseline. Silk Moracain, cliifon velvets, shot taffetas ami sequin nets etc'. All different designs, lovely, evening shades, silk and shot effects. Prices very reasonable 29s fid, 97s fid, 105 s, to 1255. Also gents evening dress suits correct style. Splendid value £ll 11s. —McKav and Son.—Advt.

Colonial all wool ribbed underpants, fie lid, 7s lid. 8s (II to 13s (ill. peipair; wool socks Is 3d. Is fid. 2s .1(1, 2s fid per pair. AV. 11. Stopfortli’s. —Advt.

Received with instructions to sell at lowest market prices 150 cases of apples—dessert and cooking. Paterson Michel and Co Ltd. Phone 2.—Advt Woods’ Great Peppermint Cure. For Coughs and Colds, never fails.

Ladies come and choose your autumn hat at Schroder and Co’s, whilst the selection is varied. You will be delighted with the choice. Come soon.—Advt.

Dependable worm remedy—WADE’S AA’OR.Af FIGS. Children like them.

Ma walked the floor with anxious pace The baby in her arms, While father sat with wrinkled face A prey to grey alarms. And Auntie coming in just then Said, “Gracious! to he sure, The proper thing to give him, Gwen, | Is AVoods’ Great Peppermint Cure.’’j