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Hokitika Guardian, 1 October 1925, Page 2

lilt, annual ui-s-t ieg ol the V. ,-st land Pacing C'!it!» on To- -May night diselo-ed that the pa-t tear as again an im-|av-i.ira 1 I ■ sea-ot, l--r tie- ( lub. I)m- ---!,!•' tin- past four year- l-oses have I,••ell expel ien cd in succession, and t!:- ag.-grcgnte is a con-idem 1 to -mm I* mu von ruble v c-ithcr f- r i b<- race days played its |:-rt in the adverse conditions while stori,, damage and other dillicalt ics a!-o added t„ xiraordinarv ex; cndii tire which had to met. The position. I ever, i- mo will,out hope. Iln- ( I,lb is "ell toned in every way so far as curse and appointments are coticermw 1 -. I bere arc few 1 courses in New Zealand where countrv clubs operate which • -pial lie local appointments. tor the expenditure incurred and the liabilities .-till .standing to debit, the Club has tin ev el lei; t asset, and one far mere valuable than the existing liabilities I I was indicated that steps are to be taken to meet the present liiiuneiul pressure by an overha ill of the receipts and expenditure. The eolllinit(ee re -ol ved for the future to make a charge for ladies, who lor some years past were admitted tree. The decision is quite a reasonable and proper alto, and will not be taken any exception to. Sunn- reduction is to be made in -takes. Imt the reduction will not he lielov. the minimum required by the rules of racing, For a considerable time pa-t the Club lias been giving an amount in excess ~! the stipulated quota earned from the tot al isafor. • i ltd the owners have had the benefit of that liberality. The red net ion now. while in keeping "ilh the rules will not he maintained longer than is necessary, for it is realised owners should be encouraged to eome lo the Coast meetings as much as possible. Generally, therefore the Club aims ; ,t improving ns financial position to the amount ot about £o(>!) ai least this season. It is hoped these anticipations will he realised. The committee ol management has been enthusiastic in building up the prestige of racing here, and now that it enjoys a repute of considerable standing, it should not he diffii-iilt with

special care and economy To retrieve tin- present position by removing the stringency and placing tlm (Tub. in ffie near future, in a thoroughly sound fund i i ion.

Tin: regrettable lire on Monday night which practically de-l roved the Methodist C'lmnli in Scv.oll Si. lias arnu.-ed a cc 11 era I recline of sympathy among til ’ |i. nnU* till' oiir C ! 1111’e 1 1 friends. The Ins- is a very great one lor 1 1 it- local iiii!f.'i't , c;itinii. and it i- net -urpri-iiig to learn that the people nt' Hokitika i11..1 district, are p re; a red to organise a special effort to as-ist the ('lunch people to meet the very heavy liability east upon them so suddenly. The insurance money will not suffice for tlie i e.-torat irn of the Clmreh building, and additional funds must he found. \Ye feel sure the jieople hereahoiits would feel it a privilege to assist in the special emergency which has arisen. Vi’lien disaster overtakes tli-.-o amongst ns. there is always a prompt readiness to render help. That is a trait in particular of this community, as of most milling populations in general. and the soirit i- still rampant amongst our people. The occasion is one in respect to which the public wilt rise readily. No douht various means will he suggested to help. There is. however, the call for practical assistance. and this will he die mo-t helpful where it takes, the form of ’-early giving. A requisition is living presented to the A favor to call a public meeting. This course will afford the opportunity for an expression of public sympathy with the Methodist community. and also the launching of a movement to raise what we hope will lie a substantial amount to assist in the extreme situation our Church friends find themselves. The meeting is sure to he well attended, as ail evidence and expression of good will and sympathy among the people of the town.

The weekly R.S.A. euchre tournament lakes phi'c to-night at the Soldiers’ Hall, play commencing at eight a’clock.

Tim usual weekly assembly dance will take place in the Public Hail. Knnieri this (Thursday) evening at 8 o'clock. Advt.

.Members ol the Municipal Hand are requested to assemble at the Baud Room at f.l-i sharp this evening it ••,- tier to assist at the Salvation Army

Wedntiis vests in O.S. ami extra I.S. from ‘is (id; women's and gills' otton vests from Is 11,1 at Addiso is. Advt.

li. Ryan, general draper of Ro-s mtilios a clearing sale for one weeluily. and in another column instance: mine of the bargain prices offering.

In addition to the programme for The Concert to-night in the Town Hall Miss-.-s Rene and Gwen .Jtitohs will render a pianoforte duet.

A t the Kxcclsior Km-hre Asscmbli on Tuesday night the |,rizo winners were: Mr livid first, Mr A. Breeze second. .Mr Fitzgerald third. The prizes tor next Tuesday night will be four fanev elnoks.

The bachelors of Arahura and neighbouring districts, are extending a cordial invita'tion to all spinsters, to attend their hall in the Arahura Valley Hall on (letoher 22ud. The hall will he very maty decorated to -nit the occa-

- ion while tin- music will l,e supplied by Lawn's ( Il l-bestra. An excellent Slipper "ill be served. Advt.

Mr T. 11. Y. Seiidon eoium on ed his political campaign last evening, speaking at Knkiri. Olirn Line. Mr Seddoh will lie in the locality for the rest of the week, reaching Rotouianu lor the week-end. The following week he will he in the Grey Valley. He is to speak at (Kira on the HUh. and Trevino,ttl, al,-ji,i the 12th. iiist.

The Secretary ol the Westland Stth--1 i,i-in has advised the I’resideiit (Hon. 11. 1., .Michel) of the Beautifying As -ociatioi, that tin’ Sub-r,,ion will lie pleased to arrange a bem-fif football tel, in aid of the Society's funds. A suitable date "ill be announced .hurt I v .

Holme leaving Wellington His l-.x----ccllcm-y the Governor-General informed t lie I lon. 11. L. M ichel that lie propnscil visiting the West Coast, including Hokitika and as Lit south as Maij i,i. ! i-tivi-i n Heceinher ' ; lli and Pith. His Kxeellcm v stated he would iiotily tlm Mayor of Hokitika and ( hairman of llic Westland Cnlini.v Couiteil as soon ,i - 1 1 t • dates were dctiuitelv lived.

'i lm lir-l meeling of Mr Seddmi ■ •!•■: lion cominilH-e was held last even ing. Mr T. W. Duff, Chairman. pie -ided. Preliminary work «:c dismiss ■ d and arra ng 'incuts made for a fur •her meeting mi Friday night. It ' a intimated that reports now coming (• band from the country districts wen

:| a ' cry encouraging nature, it was staled Mr Sodden would address a public merlin:.-, lien- on the -Till. inst.

The time is drawing nigh for the huge Baddy’s Market, being held in St Mary’- Club Booms. Tho ladies ol K oka t alii have been busy during the winter mouths preparing for this big event, which promises to eclipse all inkers previously held. Thritly housewives should delay their shopping until Saturday next. The Club Booms will open from noon, m lime for all to SCI- and purclia-c. The public should mil miss -cc;tig ike display of Art h.xhibils in an adjoining room with the small charge ol sixpence lor admission. This veiling at 8 o'clm kat the Soldiers’ Hall, final euchre tournament Ot the R.S.A. sea begins. Special prizes: Ladies. while solmiite hair brush : haud-omc cake dish on stand: gents. Valet razor: large thermos flask : and four other -.pecinls; also for tour nights aggregate competition lor Christ mas hamper, v alue LM -'ls. Supper provided, admissuui Is tid. Grand film! night of season. Oelober 291 h : surprise prizes. Advt. Married men are "out mid out bar raekors ’’ j<u- ■■ No-Rubbing Laundry Help " since il lias -oh--,1 all their troubles lm Is. Advt. The host place to buy linoleum and lloon-lotli McKay's, -lust opened new lot. all widths, direct from manufacturer'. Brices for lift. wide, os (id. IJs 1 Id. 7s 1 Id. Rs lid. and Os 1 Id ptr yard. Also a lot of new linoleum squares, sizes !) x 9 to 0 x 12. Prices(if- lid to 90s each. McKay’s, the lending drapers. Advt. Best quality Balmer nap. working trousers, 9s 9d. denim trousers 7s Cd ami 8s (id. men's navy serge coals, l‘_’s (id. each, special value at AlcKnyV Advt. Those ladies who have not yet experienced the " No-Rubbing Laundry I |c|p '• Thrill, should consult their grocers i m media ids . Advt. Be on guard against influenza. Take “NAZOL” tho ready lor it'O and money-saving remedy CO doses Is Gd. —Advt. Farmers : Fire! Protect yourselves w ith ■■ I'mlcrw l iters " Fire F.xtiiigiiishors. Quickly suppress most dangerous outbreak. Always ready. Write lor l-'rcc Booklet. B. P. M. Manning and Co.. .1 Bedford Row. Christchurch. Advt. Groat preparations are being made at Schroder and Co's. Special arrangements have been made to keep us supplied with the latest novelties in millilierv, frocks, hosiery, gloves and laticv depa i t meitts. Advt.