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Hokitika Guardian, 31 May 1924, Page 2

On Tuesday next (King’s Rirthdav) a statutory holiday, the ‘•Guardian” will not he published.

Train a rraligonienis for tin* Ifoki tika Mine on King’s Rirthdav, 3rd dune, are advertised in this issue.

The Westland County Council calls for tender* for the construction of two culverts in the Inter-Wanganui district. Tenders close mi the 10th •i 11 lie. Specifications are deposited af His Most Office Store, llarihari.

The Kokatahi Foul hall Club arc holding a benefit hall in the I’uhiie Hail, Kokatahi, oil Monday evening. Good music, a good Hour and supper is arranged for, a pleasant evening being assured patrons.

The death is uiniouiu-od al Wrllington on Thmsdao. of Dr William Maxtor Cow, foimorlv in charge ol' .Mount \'iow and Srinvsido .Mental 1 lo.xnitals. The 1 ate Dr Cow rattle to Now Zea-

land about 1000 and was in charge of Mount View Mental Hospital. Wellington, until mod. when he took charge of the Sminysidc Mental Hospital. He was appointed Deputy-Inspector of Mental Defectives in 1915. and retired from that position several months ago.

Owing to the dissolution of partnership in the firm of Mrs J. I.lord, it has been deeided to hold a monster clearing sale, commencing Saturday, May 31st. Customers would do well to watch the bargain window displays.—Advt. The pungent refreshing aroma arising from “NO-RUBBING” Laundry Help suds only further confirms its great scientific sanitary value.—Advt. Clearing Sale. Addison’s. Millinery, Jumpers, Costumes, Scarfs and Furs, at greatly reduced prices. Sale prices strictlv cash.—Advt.

A sole agent for Westland for a first class English piano, is enquired for in this issue.

A fire occurred at Throe Mile last night about 9.60 o’clock the building occupied as an office, by Messrs Baxter Bros, near the Three Mile Hull Iteing totally destroyed bv lire.

Tne India Party of the Salvation Army will visit Ross on Monday ncxi and will give an entertainment in the Tow,, Hall. Hokitika, on Tuesday night at 8 p.lll. Admission Is Children sixpence.

A Christchurch scribe states it is prolific that the places in the All Black team will lie filled as follows:—Fullback,'one, centres, two; wing threequarters. four; five-eighths, live; halfhacks, two; wing forward, one; hookers, four; locks, two; side row, four; back row. four.

To-night! Tonight! Soldiers’ Hall! Tlie usual Kiwi Football Club's Dance. Everybody assured of a .good time. Good floor. Best of music by Bonctti’s Jazz Band, which commences at 9 o’clock sharp.—Admission—Gentlemen Is 61; Ladies Is.—Advt.

The Rowling Club’s social dance in the Soldiers' Hall on Tuesday night is going to he the success ol the season judging by the large amount of interest being shown. A perfect floor, a good supper and music provided by Bonetti’s Jazz Orchestra should give

every satisfaction to patrons. Dancing will commence at S.fiO p.lll. and the fixture should prove a fitting windup to tlie holiday. The !.tidies’ Committee will lie at the hall on Tuesday at 10.30 a. 111.. and will be pleased to

receive refreshments from lady supporters of the Club.

The entries for the Kokatalii Winter Know close on Monday next. .June 2nd, with Mr 11. A. lioddinglon, secretary. Koksitahi. The splendid schedule issued is atiraetijig the attention and a

very substantial entry is assured so iiiat Hie Show on the following week Tuesday and Wednesday, .lime Ifltli and Ilili, will again give a fitting display of the capabilities of ilie district. The Public Hall at Kokatalii allows of a line display ami the fixture is sure to commend itself to the attention of visitors from all parts of the district.

The Convent Pupils intend holding a grand coneerl in the Princess Theatre on Wednesday, dune 25th. The programme is an uimsiialiy bright and attractive one and as all tin; performers are working enthusiastically, music lovers and all who enjoy a good enter tninnient should note the date, and should reserve their seats as soon as possible. 2s tickets will be on salt l shorllv and seats may he rose rved for 6d extra at Misses Mclntosh's.

Addison's (tearing Sale. Prior to stock taking, men’s and hoys’ clothing at reduced prices for cash.—Advt.

During the interruption of the (dectrie ligli, and power at Christchurch this week, caused by the breakdown of .the Coleridge supply, mtir.li inconvenience was felt. During the interruption. the tnxis did a great business. “j ]|., V e never before seen so many cars oil Papnitui Road,” said one resident of that locality. In the darkness, the lights of the cars shone with dazzling brilliancy, helping the pedestrians to see their way. The benefit derived from motor lights bv those who walked was noticeable when they turned into the side streets, these being veritable avenues of darkness. The only bright snots wore the gas lamps in occasional houses. At live o'clock there were very few taxis available in the city; Shops which did not have the gas service to fall hack upon had to close lip. and iii one instance whore a bargain sale was in progress, tile crowded simp bad to be cleared of eager customers, for the lack el ligiit. The hotels suffered similarly where gas was not available ilioiigb meagre light was obtained from candles.

Says the Karanma correspondent of the Wes!port News:—All the cows in the district are taking on the go-slow policy and the supply of milk is gradually decreasing. The cream lorry has her last flip for the season to Wanganui on Sunday and for the rest of the season will only run as far as Koiigahu. All through the season, the Dairy Coy. has been fortunate in not having the lorry held up through Hoods. Only on one occasion has the lorry been unable to cross on the punt and on one occasion has she been held up till the south side of the river, hut it caused little or no inconvenience to the Company, as it. was near the end of the season. The year’s output Is I understand, far in excess of all previous seasons and Mr Williamson (formerly of Kokatahi Dairy Factory} and his assistants are to he highly congratulated on the manner in which they handled the large amount of cream. Hy the way. what lias Iho manager done, as 1 have not heard a single eomnlaiiit against hint.

.Vow that winter is on us visit .Schroder and Co. where you can get fleecy warm blankets, rugs and wool at Inost reasonable prices.—Advt. • •wing to the dissolution of partnership in the firm of Mrs J. Llovd. all accounts not settled hy June “ill. will he handed to the solicitor tor collection.—Advt.

Keep “NAZOL” handy in your office, shop or home. A few drops or whiffs will prevent coughs and colds. (SO doses Is fid. Stock-taking time .is throw out time. We clean up our stocks, and sacrifice heavy discounts in order to quit speedily all accumulated stocks. Hvery department has been through the pruning knife. Red ink markings and extreme values will make our store a beehive of activity during last four days of stock-taking sale, which commences at 9 o’clock Thursday morning and ends at 5 o’clock Monday. .June 2nd. See our windows. Follow the crowds. McGruor’s, Hokitika and Greyinouth.—Advt. For Influenza, take Woods’ Great Peppermint Cure. For cold in the head—inhale XAZOL. For sore throats or tickling cough take Some drops on sugar. Fseil either way “NAZOI,” works wonders, fit) doses Is till.