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Hokitika Guardian, 16 February 1926, Page 2

Corpl. C'ollver <4 tin* local Cadet Corps Inis been chosen to represent, the West Coast at the coining Trent ham Rillo Meeting in March.

A most interesting game took place during the week-end on the Riinnnga Club’s green, between the " Stay-nt-ilomes ” and those who played in the Coast tournament at Westport. The green was playing exceedingly well. The “ Stay-at-Honies” were most successful in their plav. The following are the scores:—“ .Stay-at-Honies ” 71 ; Westport rinks 53.

Mr T. A. Morhiml; head master of the Kaiapoi School, has been appointed to the position of inspector of schools for the Auckland district. Mr Morlanil was organising teacher for the West Coast for two years. He left the Coast to take up the position of head master of the Cashmere School. Later he went to the Kaiapoi School, where he has been teaching for a number of years.

The Bunaugn howlers taking part in the West Coast Tournament returned to Becfton on Saturday, and in the afternoon played two rinks against Becfton on the local green. The green was in good order, although somewhat heavy, owing to the recent rain. The game was a close one, Becfton proving the winners hv of) points to 47. The rinks were as follows: No. I—Runanga ; Powers, Warburton, Southward. Bae (skip) v. Becfton: Collis, Kevin. Blaektuore, Taftley (skip) 22-30: Xo. 2 Runanga : Baddolcy. lleslin, Roach, Leach (skip» v. Becfton ; McCawe, Hurley. West, Mori (skip) 25-30. A man named Alexander Walker was found lying dead at the foot of an electric- light post in a paddock belonging to Mr Breach, near Methvcn, on Friday afternoon. Presumably deceased was electrocuted, reports the Lyttelton Times.” Xu details are available, as nobody seems to have witnessed the accident. It is stated that Walker, who arrived recently from Dunedin, was employed on Mr Gadd’s threshing mill. He left the mill at 11 a.in., and was not seen till two o’clock when he was found dead. It is surmised, from, tlie burns on his arms and clothing, that he climbed the nole in

order to get n good view of the surrounding country and locate the mill, and in so doing lie came in contact with a high-tension wire and was electrocuted. -’lr A. I!. Spiers. Mayor, and .Mr (!.

A. Painmont, Town Cleric, of Kumnra, were in town yesterday making various arrangements for the Jubilee celebrations. 'I he event takes place on -March 1,2 and 3. There will he snorts on the first two days at which 130 competitors will compete. There is to he also an old-time concert, a hall, and a banquet. Picture show, picnic and other events will fill in the days and the nights. The town is to be gaily decorated. Three arches of greenery will he erected and there will he a lavish display of flags and hunting. As

to the gathering of pioneers that seems to he well-assured. People are coming from all parts of the Dominion to renew old acquaintances. It is expected that 400 will sit down at the bnn-

qeut, which is to he held in the new hall the • town now possesses. The work of decorating the town is to commence on Monday next. AA'e have no patience with slavery in any form, hence our enthusiasm for “ No-Rubbing Laundry Hein ” the rescuer of beautiful womanhood front washboard slave r v.—A dv t.

Boiler Cleaning made easy, cost cut in half when you use “ Mexican ” Boiler Graphite. Gentle in action but very sure and won’t injure boiler. Booklet from B. P. M. Manning and Co., 5 Bedford Bow, flmatcburch. —Advt.

Sample Vests—real snips—at .Addisons.—Advt.

Before purchasing your ear call and inspect the New Beauty Ford at Kirwan’s Garage, the local agents.—Advt.

The New Zealand Meat Producers’ Board advises that the following prices are being offered, 11th February.— Canterbury: Wethers, 501 b and under (Jjd; 57-0 libs SRI; second quality wethers -bid: ewes, under 481bs 4RI, 48-fi-Jlbs. id : prime woolly lambs 3Glbs and under Old, 37-121bs BJd ; 431bs and over 7£d; second quality lambs, 3Glbs and under Sid, over 36lbs 7jd.

Private advice received yesterday recorded tire death at Christchurch on Sunday afternoon of Miss Lena Clerkin, a former well known resident of Hall St. Hokitika, for many years, where she carried on a nursing home in conjunction with her mother. AA ith her mother she left Hokitika some years ago. Her mother was with her at Christchurch. .She leaves a sister in AA’angantti and a brother (.Tack) in Australia.

The annual (twentieth) show of the Westland A. and P. Association takes place on Friday next at the Hokitika racecourse. This year with the addition of a quantity of Canterbury exhibits and a good entry from local farmers and others, a very attractive display is assured, and a large attendance is looked for. There promises to be a large number of visitors .from the north, advantage being taken of the two shows running on following days. In the afternoon a special sports programme is also arranged for and with complete arrangements in hand this year’s show should prove a record in interest and attendance.

At the Magistrate’s Court, Greymouth, yesterday. l<?fore Air AA’. Meldrum, S.M.. Clarence lligham Pepper pleaded guilty to the theft of £3, the property of Doris Martin, at Stillwater, on Feb. ]3th. It was stated by .Sergeant Smyth" that the accused was arrested at Otira and at the time had in liis possesion £1 5s lid In cash and a return second class ticket from Christchurch. Tliere were no previous convictions against him. Defendant agreed to be dealt with summarily, and was convicted and ordered to come up for scnteine if called upon within twelve months, and to make restitution of the amount (£3) to the rightful owner.

“ I lost about £'2so of the money at the races.” was the frank admission made by a bankrupt at- a meeting of creditors at Auclkand. “ A relative of mine had a horse and it did not turn out the ‘ good thing ’ wo expected.” “AW 11. you are very frank about it. anyway.'” commented one of ti.e creditors. while a ripple of amusement passed round the room. “It is lovely to bear an admission like that.” “I agree,” said the Official Assignee. Mr Fisher. " Alost of the men who come here have never seen a racecourse in their lives, and have never invested more 'than live shillings.”

During tin* coming Rugby football season a New Zealand team will visit New South AA’ales, while it is practically certain that the New Zealand Native team to visit France will also play matches in Australia. Mr AY. \Y. Hill, of the Council of the New South AVales Rughy Union, visited New Zealand recently, and discussed with members of the N.Z.R.U. eoinm.ittee several matters affecting the game in New South AYales next season, lie was also able to make a very satisfactory report when lie returned to Sydney. This was to the effect that New Zealand, would rend the very best {cam available, and that the embargo which prevented members of the 1921 team to Great Britain and France from gaining places in last year’s team to Australia would he lifted. It. was anticipated, therefore, that the New South Wales people would see some very fine football in the coming season. Indications pointed to a majority of the members of Hie 1921 New Zealand team making the. trip to New South AVales.

At the Christchurch wool sales there was a full bench of buyers, representative practically of all buying quarters, a few of whom, however, scarcely opened their books. Bidding was inclined to be erratic, but at times it was spirited, especially when big lots were offered. Compared with last Christchurch sale, values were on an

a vet age a penny per lb. easier, hut there "as an up; reeiation on the Timuru sale of about, a jenny on medium wools and to a half-penny on good lots. Better classes of scouring lots were also firmer than at Timaru, but low quality sold loss freely. Whilst Bradford buyers took the heavier part of the catalogue, there was well-sus-tained Continental enquiry, and a. commissioner who buys for local mills ojiernted frofly for the hotter class of wools. Aerv little of the offering went to American buyers. Local fellmongers bought moderately, but Continental ’buyers show an increasing demand for scouring wools. Colds vanish in double-quick time when “ Xrgol ” comes on the scene. GO doses Is fid. Chemists and stores.—Advt.

Now arriving from Nelson and Otago large consignments of peaches, plums, apricots and tomatoes. Our instructions are to sell at the lowest market price. Paterson, Michel and Co. Ltd., (’Phone No. 2.).—Advt.

Bo sure and pay Schroder and Co. a visit; ever line is drastically reduced in price to effect a speedy clearance at Schroder’s Great- Sale.—Advt. Colds, influenza, sore throat, huskiness, catarrh, promptly relieved by “ Xazol.” Soothes and relieves. GO doses Is (id.—Advt.

Now in full swing MeGruer’s Great Summer Sale, every article considerably marked down. Xo better value anywhere. Look at the prices: Ladies’ Cotton Vests Is. Ladies’ Crepe Bloomers Is lid. Ladies’ .Tap Silk Blouses is lid. Hundreds of similar snips. Call for your share of the great offerings. MeGruer’s, Hokitika and Greymouth.—Advt.

Men’s Buhber Pegamoid Waterproof Coast as supplied to th e navy 60s for 22s 6d at McKay’s sale.—Advt. Buy your prospective bride a Is packet of “Xo-Bubbing Laundry Help” in advance—sufficient for seven weekly washings. Do it now.—Advt. Ford Owners: “King” Automatic Oilers ensure reliable lubrication and save oil, and save trouble with “ sooted ” plugs and carbon in cylinders. Booklet free from B. P. M. iMnnning and Co., 5 Bedford Row, Christchurch.—Advt

Less labour and infinitely better results. These are the benefits of using “ Tan-ol ” for polishing floors, furniture and leather goods.—Advt.