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Hokitika Guardian, 1 August 1925, Page 2

The monthly meeting of the Returned Soldiers’ Association will be held at the ( lull room at 7.1 d o’clock on Monday evening. Punctual attendance is desired.

Messrs M. Houston and Co. will sell by auction on the premises known as Xeilson Bros’, farm on Wednesday. August 20th. the whole of the live and dead stock on the farm. Full particulars appear in another column.

A man named Harry Driver was injured at the Rvcfton Coal mine on Thursday morning through a fall of coal from the roof in the slip workings, sustaining a fracture of the leg above the knee. The unfortunate man i.s a new arrival from Canada, and only commenced work that morning.

An occurrence that might have been attended with dreadful consequences happened in Blaketown on Wednesday night. 'l’lie little son of Mr C. Haub was playing in the backyard when he was viciously attacked by a white Leghorn rooster. There is no doubt that the bird's objective was the child’s eyes, as it inserted its beak several times above the eyebrows before being beaten off. A nasty wound was inflicted on the child’s forehead.

An object of considerable interest, at the police station at Thames was a dead kiwi, picked up on the Coast Road, near Kereta, bv Air R. Denize. There were teeth marks on the body, which indicated that it had been chased by dogs. The bird was two I in height, with a beak of five and a half inches. It is believed a place will lie found for it in the Auckland Museum. A live specimen was captured last vear in the same locality.

Men's rubber Pegamoid waterproof coats, usually AOs, now 27s Od, at McKay’s Sale.--Advt. A Wellington correspondent states (treat interest has Ikvii taken in the suggestion of the Liberals that tin’ i Liverumont would endeavour to spring a surprise on the Opposition by lixiug an unusually early date lor lb, genera! election. The position is that a strong effort will he made to oomph'lo the -ession's work before the end ol September with the object ot holding the elections in October prior t<- the opening of the New Zealand and South Sea- Exhibition in Dunedin.

Tin* special prizes for the euchre tournament on Thursday night in aid of the I’.oy Scouts travelling fund have all been donated. Mr Sutherland has presented a lady's silver wristlet watch value £2 os. and .Air R. Lynn a gent s u aleh. value £2 .As for first prizes. Second prizes will he a roast of heed' presented bv Messrs AA . Ziegler and W. Berry. Third prizes vib be tinned fruits donated by a friend. Mr R. Paterson is also donating lour additional prizes. Tickets are on sale with the Bov Scouts and the Scoutmasters. There- is the promise of a bumper attendance on Thursday night.

Girl’s Black Pegimoid. rubber capes and hoods 21 inches to 33 inches long. Sale prices los (id. Bis (id. 18s (id. and 215., at- McKay’s Sale. Advt.

-'There are three things that citizens an- mu allowed lo do to policemen oil duty; interfere with them, obstruct them, or assault them. Obstrin Lion is far more serious than interference anil you obstructed a policeman in a manner that no civilian has the right to do at all. A'mt tried to take a prisoner aw'av from a constable and you must ho taught lo keep your hands clear.” These words were used by Air IT. A'. AA’iddowson. S.AI.. at the ALigistrate's Court. Christchurch, on Thursday in sentencing' Arthur Peters, a labourer, aged thirty-eight, who appeared on a charge of obstructing a constable while in the execution of his duty. Peters was fined £5. in default one month’s imprisonment.

A quiet wedding was (oh-bratod at Soldier's Road. Reeftun. on AA’ednesday at the residence of the bride’s parents, when Frank Absalom, the youngest son ol Mrs and the late Afi David Absalom of Bridge Street. Reefton. was united in marriage by the Rev. C. Robinson to Vera, only daughter of Air and Airs Clark of Soldier’s Road. Reef ten. The bride looked extremely pretty in a dress of grey marocain. and was attended by Aliss Ruth Absalom as bridesmaid. who wore a pretty dress of apricot silk. Mr N. Clarke acted as best man. The wedding party were entertained by the bride's parents and the happy couple left by the afternoon train for the Franz Josef Glacier, where the honeymoon will ho spent. I lie brides travelling dress was of blue velvet.

The secretary of the Westland branch of the Canterbury Automobile Assoeia 1 ion. Hokitika, Mr A. H- l'-l" cock, win, has recently visited South Westland, is eulogistic o| its attractions lie writes to Mr . S. Ilawkes. secretary of the C.A.A., Chrislchunh, as follows:- It is a pity that the scenic beauties of Okarito are not hotter known. I' have seen nothing better than the view of the mountains seen from the Lagoon. There is good hshi„jr to he obtained in summer, and in season 1 do not think you could got better duck and swan shooting. There is a well-conducted hotel there. Okarito is only five miles from Okarito Porks, which is on the route to the glaciers. The road, though narrow, is quite good. there being no creeks to cross. ' The roads south are in rathe, good order, especially south of Hanhari. Heather all-wool boy's jerseys, all sizes, 5s (id, at Hallen-tein's Bevel] Street.—Advt. Our famous hosiery at sale prices: Colonial all-wool knitted hose, heavy quality, grey only, splendid winter stocking, 3s Gd pair: special plain black Casluncie hose, all wool. 2s lid per pair; heavy rib silk hose, in black, putty, nigger, shoe grey. tJs lid per pair; silk hose, coating grey, black and tiiii. must go. -_’s lid and 3s Gd jier pair at Schroder and C'o’s.—-Advt. Bargains in knitted frocks, 10s Gd. 2]s. 25*. Bargains in knitted costume.', 27s Gd, 32s Gd, 3;ls Gil. Clearance of winter millinery As Gd. 8s Gd, 10s 6d, 12s Gd, 17s Gd upwards. Xu reasonable offer refused at .Schroder and Co’s.—Advt. Kip leggings with buckles 10s Gd at HallensteiiTs. Bevel! Street.—Advt. Canterbury fine worsted all woo! underpants and singlets to clear at 8s lid at Hallenstein Bros., Retell Street.—Advt. For Bronchitis or Asthma inhale “XAZOL.” Immediate relief will follow. Start taking “NAZOL” to-day. —Advt For Children’s Hacking Cough, Woods’ Great Peppermint Cure,

The Railway Department advertise in this issue particulars of the train services between Greymouth and Christchurch on 7th. and 10th. August in connection with the Grand National Races.

Mr T. I). Kendall. Public Trust Inspector for Canterbury, Nelson, Marlborough and A\ estland districts, retires from the Department on superannuation to-day. Mr A. C. B'etherton. inspector for the southern district. will succeed him.

It, is estimated that over an acre and a half of land was washed out to sea at the Milford Lagoon during the recent floods (says the Tiinani “Post”). The fine belt of shelter trees which contribute so much to the enjoyment of visitors, was completely washed away.

Dee’s Grocery noli lies the general public, that they have decided to sell iur cash only, commencing from Ist. August. 192-A. Present stocks are being reduced, and new stock arriving will lie reduced also, some bargains will be available, call early to save disappointment.

AY hat ! Another new suit George. No! Dyed navy blue by Taylors, and you ought to see the job they made of the wife’s faded velour overcoat. It saved me pounds. Only a lew words hut they convey the distinct advantage of th(‘ Taylor service. Do not east aside your faded garments, fetch them into Patersons, the local agents and we will get them dyed, and a few shillings will save you pounds.

Ktuler the auspices of the National Art Association of New Zealand, an exhibition at Greymouth has been held. The hanging of the pictures, which represents practically the cream ol the artists of the Dominion, was carried to a verv successful conclusion, the display at the Town Hall being exeptionaally line. All classes of work arc included. some lovely landscapes, and alpine and marine studies, with several beautiful miniatures figuring in the collection, which is probably finer than

any ever before assembled on the West Coast at any one time. An indication of the high class nature of the exhibition is to he gleaned from a list of a lew of the artists whose work is shown, including Miss Arndt, Mrs D. K. Richmond, Airs Tripe, Mrs 1. h. A . •Seddon (Greymouth, who has six paintings exhibited), Miss Hetty Rhine!, Mrs Kriherg (Otira). Messrs Welsh, Xicholls. Kawtell. McDonald and Nicholson. Altogether there are more than one hundred and filly exhibits, and the display will doubtless he patronised very largely. It is understood that the exhibition will lie brought to Hokitika in a day or two for exhibition.

Ladies' Umbrellas. chubby and ordinary style. -As lid. (is lid. and 9s lid. Gents umbrellas 7s 6d, Ss (id and 10s (id., at McKay's Sale.—Advt.

The Auditor and Controller-General in bis report to Parliament-, mentions that contracts by Government Dennrtmo ii t s should l*e lorwarded to that offiie for notation, and as instancing the value of such system of comparison says; “Great differences have been ascertained to exist in prices paid for similar service under different contracts. For instance, a scrutiny of several contracts for like service obtaining in the chief centres oT the Dominion disclosed the fact that the Auckland. Wanganui. AYcllington. Christchurch and Invercargill firms’ prices for a certain item ex< ceded that of a Dunedin linn for the same item by 92(1 per cent. 1090 per cent. 710 per cent. 800 per cent and 1070 per cent respectively. Another item shows a- difference of 810 per cent. 971) per cent. 010 per cent. 1900 per cent and 1200 per cent respectively in excess of Dunedin. These are only two out of roughly a hundred items. 1 ’ adds the report, “and they may lie considered a fair sample of others. The explanation afforded to Audit ill this instance is that with the exception of the Dunedin firm the prices are controlled bv a ring operating in <-:i>li -'entre. If tlii-, is a fair sample ot tin* method of fixing prices to the public with regard to other services it is not difficult, to account for a considerable lactor in the increased cost of living.”

The Commerce Super Eleven, new model 15 toil, chassis, bigger and better than ever, wheelbase 127 inches against LJ2 inches. Heavier frame and wheels and much more powerful motor. Other models, twelve, 15-2 tons, model fourteen 2-2 A tons, model twenty-five 3-3-5 tons. Full particulars in catalogues. Price and extended terms upon application to Mark Sprot and Company Ltd., Greymouth, sole AVcst Coast Distributors, also at 165, Manchester St.. Christchurch.—Advt.

.lust landed a large consignment of choice Winter Apples consisting of Stunners, Pearmains, Rhymers and other varieties. Paterson ATichcl and Co. Ltd. Phone No 2.—Advt. AYhen colds and influenza are prevalent let “XAZOL” protect your family. One dose a day keeps colds away. Good for all ages; 00 doses for Is (id.—Advt. First aid for coughs, cold, influenza, Woods’ Great Peppermint Cure.