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Hokitika Guardian, 8 October 1925, Page 2

The usual weekly assembly dance will take place in the Public Hall. Kanieri this (Thursday) evening at 8 o'clock.—Advt.

A Greymouth correspondent states it is i-umoured that the Blackball millers may com/* mil in sympathy with the Stale miners, who are idle as a result of the timbering dispute.

The concert at Rimu Town Hall tomorrow night "ill prove a very attractive ono. As usual the scholars will provide a portion of the programme and this is always interesting. The whole will prove- enjoyable. A hall to follow "ill have the best of music to ensure the enjoyment of patrons.

Tlie iv]M)n of tin* Wealth oi Nations .Mine Ltd stntes dmiiiir September the mill crushed db ; ‘2 toms ol ore lor a return liv amalgamation of only (-'Dll .'is, or :i.'is A.Old per ton. Contracts have Leon let lor stopping the blocks on Xus 11, 1-i ami the Intermediate Levels, and .a considerable increase is expected in the tonnage mined.

The Eonsonbv Hoys’ Brass Band is arranging to tour the Dominion. and i-expe-ted to vist Hokitika early in the New Year, The eoiiclui tor is Mr I'd

C. Lawn, and the Band numbers 70 members, till of whom receive instrument and uniform. ;i- well as tuition free.

The Benedicts’ Bid! in the Soldiers' Hall last evening attracted a large attendance and proved the undonlited success of the season. The special decorative effort was :i very distinct sne(i ss and the hall looked a picture, the design of the decorations proving very effective in their completeness, a great amount of hihor having heen well rewarded by the beautifol effect. The addition of special electric lights and ;i shadow throwing device was very sir - eessfnl. and a distinct novelty. The Ladies’ Committee provided a special supper, while the floor was in its usual perfect condition. Mr Lawn’s Orchestra. augmented at times by several Greymouth visitors played delightful mil sir. and the whole gathering passed off enjoyahly and sneeessfully from every point of view. Mr H. A. Thotnnson fold charge of the floor and dancing was continued till well after two o'clock.

To learn the secret of good launder ing simply read tbe directions on the back of a “No Rubbing Laundry Help” packet.—Advt.

Great preparations are being made at Schroder and Co’s. Special arrangements have been made to keep us supplied with the latest novelties in millinery. frocks, hosiery, gloves and fancy departments.—Advt. Young Housewives! Perfect happiness assured, provided “No-Rubbing Laundry Help” is always in your home. —Advt.

Como along to the .Juvenile Ball vhit.li is being held in the .Soldiers’ Tall this evening at 7JJO o'clock. Adliis'ion Is. children under la. Gd. ■Vdvt.

Mr \Y. Mt-ldrum S.M.. is making good progress towards recovery I rom tile injury t<> his knee sustained in a recent motor accident, and is expected to return to Greymouth towards the end of next week.

The annual meeting ot the Hokitika ,awn Tennis Club will be held on Tiduy. ltith. Oct. at 7..'10 p.m. in the 'oiintv Council Chambers.—Advt.

On Saturday next. UHh. inst. All saints' Tennis Club will hold opening lay. All friends cordially invited. Ladies of Club to provide refreshments.—Advt.

The Hokitika School Committee arc inviting tenders for clearing and drainage works at the school grounds, labor only. Tenders (lose with the Secretary (Mr J. Conning) on the 21st. Get.

A grand football hall is being held in the Totara Hall. Boss, on I uc.-day. Get. doth., "lien advantage will be taken to present the cup recently won by the Boss Juniors, Music i> by Lawn’s Orchestra and a Ist. class supper will tic provided.

Fridav night at Soldiers' Hall. -Mon-

s' ( .|- B.S.A. Euchre in aid of building fund, for special prizes:—Ladies, hag of sugar and tin of biscuits; gents, ditto; and four specials, also second night of tournament for the ’Xmas hamper, loaded with the* best- of the* season. Supper served; admission Ls (Id. Boom for crowds, Come*. Tome. - Advt.

There will I'C a working bee on the Hokitika Bowling Club’s green on Saturday. and the opening of the season will take place on the following Saturdav. Oct. 17th. The green was topdressed last week, and it has not sulli-c-icnUy recovered to enable play this week. H is hoped that the green will he available for praelhe next week, prior to tin* formal opening at the end of that week.

Farmers; Fire! Protect yourselves with ‘'Underwriters ” I'ire Extinguish ers. Quickly suppress most dangerous ~ul In on 1:. Always ready. Write foi Free Booklet. B. P. M. Manning and (s„ Bedford Bow, Christchurch.— Advt.

When eggs are dear, just go to the cupboard and tala* out some preserved ones. As good as fresh if you use Sharlan.l’s “ Moa ” Brand F.gg Preservative.-- Advt.

Best quality Palmer nap, working trousers, its ltd. denim trousers is (id anil Ss Gd. men’s navy serge c-oat-s, ]2s Gd. each, special value at McKays. - Advt.

Jus! opened at Addison’s— MaraI, [juts in black, fawn, nigger, from :t!s Gd. Nock scarves, black and white and coloured, 3s 9d, Is lid, 7s, 8s 3d A«lvt. New neckwear, handkerchiefs, latest novelties in scarves, hosiery and glove section are being shown at Schroder ami Co’s. Inspection cordially invited.—Advt.