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Hokitika Guardian, 11 December 1924, Page 2

At the liimii Town Hall on Friday (to-morrow) evening a farewell social will he tendered Mrs Lamacroft and family. Admission Ircc. K very I m uly cordially invited : Advt.

Tim winding up meeting of the guarantors in connection with the Exliibition will he held al the County Chambers at 7.H0 o'clock on Mondoy evening next. All interested are invited to attend. The funeral of the late Mr M. ID Nightingale of the ’Dominion Hotel took place this morning, and was attended bv a number of friends. The |{ev. .1. Perkins conducted the service at tla> graveside. The propreitors of the Waiho Hotel have advised the Tourist Office in Grevmuiith that they cannot accommodate any further visitors till alter Christmas, as all their available accommodation is hooked. “Some Show’’. A dame will lie held in St. Mary's Club Rooms on the evening of Friday 12th. to enjertain tln* 1921 Follies. Music by good orchestra. Everybody invited. Admission Is.— Advt.

The funeral of the laic Mrs I'.liaal.cth Head of Kanicri took place yesterday afternoon ami was attended hv a very large following ol soriowing friends who mine Ironi all parts ul the district. The Rev. .1. Perkins conducted Ha' services at All Saint s Church and the graveside. A very large number of lloral tributes were placed on the grave. “There seems to lie a false idea current amongst the public that a Magistrate mav tell the Press not to report cases. That is not sa at all. Ihe legislature provides that where a person is liable for imprisonment or •conviction a Magistrate may prohibit publication of that person's name.” said Mr AY.vvcrn Wilson. S.M. in the Magistrate’s Court. Christchurch. At. the meeting of the New Zealand Trotting it Christchurch on Tuesdnv. the Wcstnori I rotting Club wrote asking for a ruling as to whether a horse was eligibh* lor a local race, the conditions providing that it must have hern owiit'iMn the district fur three month's pi ior to the meeting, if it had not been registered three mouths belore the meeting. Ihe l,u.iid ruled that the horse was eligible.

“New Zealand has very many keen sports.” remarked tTie lion ID* F. Bollard in a speech during his trip to tho far north, “and the country is the better for them. Take the All Blacks’ visit to the Old Country. AYhy. 1 have seen men waiting patiently by tch11h>>lies, especially during the weekends. with nil the energy they possess showing in their expressions lor the result of a match played on a Saturday. The victories the All Blacks gain seem to make the ‘sports’ ready for the next week’s work, and there is no doubt that in them they get a big impetus.”

At tin* meeting on Tuesday lit Christchurch of tile lionnl of tin* Noil' Zcali'iiil Trotting Association. .Mr A). ■). Iluinphrcvs made mi application to elm ngi* tlio 11:11110 of 1 1 is colt Westward 110 to Nopin. He stilted tlmt the peopl- to whom lie intended to lense tin' horse objected to the inline o( Westwnrd Ho. The colt wns n three-venr-old mid hud never been rnced. The Chnirman (.Mr I’. Selig): | see no reason to object to it. Air •). Williams: Ought we to allow tiiis horse to Ic called Xenia. Is he a black horse? The chairman (reading the application): No a bay. Air 11. AV. TCitchinghain: It is a good name, 110 is a pood lull-back. A member: lie might always lie a full-back. 11 was decided to hold over the application till information is obtained as to whom the horse is to be leased.

(lilt suggestions for ladies. AVe have a full ra npe of fancy ha ndkerchiefs. ploves, hosiery, fancy soaps, face cream and powders and also powder pull's. Addisons.—Advt.

Ladies .'I bar white Canvas Rimes Cuhiu heels, l.‘ls fid at. I lalleustein’s.— Revel Sl.—Advt.

“ AA'hat to give?” is a question that ceases to concern ’Xmas pill seekers immediately they see our selection of useful presents for the family, your relatives or friends. Addisons.—Advt.

Direct from Ireland a new lot of table damasks and serviettes at prices greatly reduced. Call and see the praud values in these lines. AA'hite damask .'is lid. .'is !)d, -Is (id, a yard, unbleached damask 2s lid and .‘is 2d a yard ; serviettes mercerised and all linen Is, Is 2d, Is (id. 2s, to .‘ls (id. Cleat value and minus the middleman’s profit. Alclvay and Ron, Hokitika.—Advt.

20 Pairs all solid leather South African field boots, all sizes, black 21s (id. tan 2os (id., at Ifallenstcin’s, ltevell St.—Advt.

I. Brown has 10 years’ experience in Arrow Cycle construction. AA’inners of the principal races of Xew Zealand both road and track. Consult him before purchasing elsewhere. Advt.

Suppestions for Christmas pifts at Schroder’s: Table-linen, frocks, hats, scarfs, wraps, Spanish shawls, h.lid's. I’eter-pan collars, travellinp hampers and trunks, luncheon baskets, bathinp dresses, rubber capes, rubber bathinp caps, silk hose, ploves, men’s ties, sox, shirts braces. All would bo suitable pifts at Schroder's, who have the larpest selection.—Advt. To help you to express you 'Xmas preetinp in tangible form, we have excelled ourselves this year in collecting a most comprehensive array of suitable articles for the pift season. Addisons. —Advt.

Alotorists: Petrol reduced in cost, jnstal an “ Air-Friction ” Carburettor which increases power one-third to onehalf and ensures considerably more mileape. Booklet free. P.. P. Af. Manning and Co., 5 Bedford Row, Christchurch. —Advt.

Members of the Municipal Band are requested to meet at the baud room at 7.311 p.m. sharp to-night. 8 Pairs all-wool Colonial Blankets, double-bed .size at .‘l7.s Gd.—Hallenstein’s (Revell St.). —Advt. Mr T. J. Higgins, son of Mr John Higgins, (trey County F.iigincer. has been appointed secretary of the Dispatch Foundry Company, Greymonth. Messrs 1. Brown and Co. are offering for sale a number of second-hand cycles recently renovated and overhauled at bargain prices. Messrs .McMahon ami Dee announce an important sale of store stock at Totara Flat Kaleyards oil Wednesday. Dec. 17th. at noon. Dozens of satisfied customers have purchased their Xmas suits at W. ID Stupforth’s. Yours is here. Prices Offs to 13').-.—Advt. At the Magistrate’s Court this morning, the Westland County Council were given judgment against defaulting ratepayers. In quite a further number of similar suits, the claims had been paid into court or judgment was confessed. Mr ID Newman, of Hokitika, was in Greymonth on Tuesday concluding the arrangements for the extension of the motor tourist service from Hokitika to Greyinouth, an innovation which was decided upon some months ago.

Men appreciate smart wearing apparel of line quality, therefore it is essential that you should visit Paterson’s for manly gifts. The newest designs in stylish shirts, socks, ties, hubs, pyjamas, etc., specially imported for ’Ninas gift giving and holiday wear, are found at Paterson’s in joyous display. Come early to Paterson’s to-day.

It has heel! decided by the Government to call applications throughout the British Kmpire. as well as in New Zealand, for the .position of chief mechanical engineer of the New Zealand Railways, which has been rendered vacant. by the retirement of Mr JO. I'D Gillon. The salary offered is £1137 per annum. Pending the appointment of a successor to Mr Dillon. Mr R. P. Sims, assistant chief mechanical engineer, will have charge of the mechanical side of the Department.

Messrs Kortognsfc Bros, of Gibson Quay, the well-known aerated waters manufacturers, have secured a special line in sunimor drinks. “JiLsfrute” (it’s just fruit that’s all) is a wholesome health giving fruit, in a liquid form, a product that is not merely a luxury. It i.s supplied in three true fruit flavours, orange, lemon and lime. Advt.

At the Magistrate’s Court this morning Coroner Meldruin concluded the inquest on the body found on Cohden beach Oil Nov. Gtltli. The evidence of Walter G. Bryant, hoot-maker, of Revell St.. Hokitika, stated that he knew David Mason and repaired his hunts, while the latter waited ill the shop about the middle ol Sept. \\ itiioss had examined the hoot, found on the -body, and identified it as the one he repaired. The Coroner then returned a verdict that the deceased. David Mason, came to his death at Hokitika oil or about the 13th. day of October, 11)21. A young man named Soiithon. a resilient of liiangahua .1 unction, sustained severe injuries oil the cricket licld at the racecourse, lie was standing close in the wickets before the game started, when the batsman at the wickets hit the hall, which struck Sant lion lull on the mouth, knocking him unconscious as well as shattering several teeth. Socin idea of the force with which Soiitlmn was struck may he gauged from the fact that when the hall was recovered some ol his teeth were fixed in it. The I lon W. Dawnie Stewart, has written as follows to the secretary ol the Canterbury Progress Dengue, in acknowledging receipt of a copy ol the league’s latest, folder: “1 thank you for your thoughtfulness in sending me a copy of the illustrated folder ‘A Holiday in Westland.' It is a capital production. and I congratulate your league on the work it is doing to make known the scenic beauties and other features of your territory." To show its practical appreciation of the league’s efforts, and as a result ol the publication ol the tohlcr. the lourist Department, has donated £P>') to the league's Publicity Fond.'' There was a touch of comedy hi the Magistrate’s Court this morning when the hearing wa- proceeding ol an assault charge in which two Chinese were concerned. The nlaiiitill'. Wong Cow. better-known as Rung Tuck, in giving his evidence tool; charge in his own way. and the defending counsel had great difficulty in keeping the witness to tin* point of tlie alleged charge, the witness referring to various matters in his well-known fluent style, interleaving Ids evidence with remarks to the' elici t that he was “straight.” and that' when the defendant struck him witness put til) his hands and said he “surrender.” Ilis injuries, including a cut over the eye. necessitated him visiting Dr Rail'd live times. Ihe witness got very restive during the (Toss-examiiiiiiinn. and made to leave the box. slating counsel was “talkee too lunch, good-bye." hut 111* was called hack hv the Magistrate and ordered to stav and answer the questions put by counsel. Ultimately the witness left (he box muttering somethin'.'; about, “too milchee talkee.” and took a seat in the hodv'of the court.

Ride an Arrow Cycle and he a winner a liberal price allowed on your old machine in exchange for a new one. —I Hrown, builder.—Advt.

Preston’s ’Xmas Cakes are tow being made and your order will he appreciated. As usual, the quality is pood and the price reasonable. Order your iced cake early. Hibson's Quay phine 7!>: Kevoll St. phine I)B.—Advt. (lift suppestions for men. Our slocks of tics, sox, fancy and initial handkerchiefs, silk or mercerised shirts with or without collars in all the latest materials: also canoe shirts for men or liovs. Addisons -Advt.

Arrow Cycles again to the fore! At tile cycle sports held on C’ass Square on Saturday last December (itli.. the Arrow Cycles were again to the trout. In the one mile. Arrow c voles secured Ist and 2nd places. Tn the 2 mile, they secured Ist. and 2nd. and 2rd. respectively. fu the 2 mile, they again secured Ist. and 2rd places respectively which spea|;s well for those speedy machines. Ride an Arrow cycle and lie amongst the winners.- -I. Hrown, builder.—Advt.

Special reductions on carpets at Schroder’s. Kidderminster !) x T.fiin L'li Ills; Axminster squares !) x !l fill 10s, it x lu.fiin CIS l()s, 10.li x 12 L'2l ; Wilton squares 10.(i x 0 £22 IDs; vestibule carpet, Aminsler 7.0 x 2 bos ; Wilton vestibule carpet 10.0 x -1.0 £S 10s ; Persian vestibule runner 10.0 x -1.0 £9 10s; Wilton ball carpet 7.0 x d.li L'7 17s (id; carpet rumors 2s lid. 7s (id. Os (id upwards. Endless variety in hearth rugs, from los (id. also sofa squares in velvet pile, Axminster and Persian squares, at every price at Schroder and Co., the leading carpet and lino. linn. Do not miss calling in at Schroder's shop early.—Advt.