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Hokitika Guardian, 8 March 1926, Page 2

Mrs 1! .1. Seddon and her daughter Mrs F. Hay. of Wellington, have been visiting Hokitika, over ihe week-end, renewing old acquaintances.

Tt is notified that -Mr (Jcorge Mallinson, of Moana. has been re-elected unopposed its member of the Westland Land Hoard.

Mr Partridge, in charge of iho school party cn route for Dunedin, telegraphed from Christchurch on Saturday evening “Arrived all safe; pleasant journey; all happy.” On Wednesday afternoon the Koiterangi public picnic takes place in Mr Preston’s paddock near the Public Hall. Hot water and milk will bo supplied. In the evening a grand ball will bt i held in ihe Public Hall. A public meeting will be held at Kiimaiii on Wednesday next at 8 p.m. in countction with the resolve oi the Mines Department to dispose ol the water races and dams in the Knninra goldfield. A conference between representatives of the Westland County Council. Hokitika. Kumara. .find Puss 'Boirough Councils, will he. held at tin" County Chamber- at noon to-morrow m discus- mutter.- in regard to the allocation oi motor licensing laws. Si. Mary's euchre tournament will he continued on T uesday evening next, commencing at 8 o’clock sharp, hirst prise - lit pieces of stainless cutlery, second—it aluminium, pots; third—il aluminum pudding ha-in- ; fourth—roast of beef. Admission 2s.—Advt.

In connection with a flood damage report a fortnight ago. it was mentioned that the flood waters had invaded AD'S P.aird’s residence oil the Kokatahi r«ad. We are glad to learn that this was net so. for although the overflow water ru-' ov-, . portion of the paddocks, it diil not invade the house. The Xew Zealand .Meat Producers Hoard advises that the following prices are being offered lth March Canterbury : wethers off lbs and under (id. 57t; 1 IDs, oil; ewes under -IBlbs. Id; -18(Mlhs. .‘);|d : prime woolly lambs iitilhs and undoe Ppl ; i!7-)2lhs, 8d : -l.'ilhs and over 7d ; second quality lambs, .'it! lbs and under B.|d ; over fltilDs 7d. The latest issue of that popular weekly magazine. "Humour.” inaugurates a big jumbled word competition in which cash prizes to the value of C IOO are offered. There is a first prize of “50 and nineteen other prizes. " Humour ’’ is one ol the most entertaining of weeklv magazines and in its pages is to he found a reflex of the world's cleverest witticisms in picture, verse and anecdote. Mrs f arcy, wife of Mr A. 11. Carey, manager of the Hank ol New Zealand, Greymouth, met with a serious accident through falling from a second storey window ;it her residence on Friday morning. All's- Carey has been in a weak state of health for the past few weeks, and it appeared that she fainted oil opening the window, and fell on an asphalt path below. She was taken to the Crey Hospital, where she is suffering from a fractured leg, and other injuries. Her condition is regarded as serious.

Lady Marjorie Dairymplc. Girl Guide Commissioner from Groat Britain, will arrive in Hokitika on Saturday next. Ilcr object is to form Girl Guide Companies. and also Ladies’ Committees to assist in furthering tho movement. A

preliminary meeting of all those interested is advertised for Tuesday evening when a large attendance of girls and adults is requested The date of Lady Dalmnple’s meeting will bo advertised later.

A little scene that would have graced a comedy film was enacted by a motorist when lie called at the l Unworn Borough offices to he examined for a driver’s license. Under the eye of the inspector he cranked his car. which, being in gear, responded in a manner totally unexpected. The car started off across the street, pushing the would be driver in front of it. mounted the kerb, and brought up against a building. The motorist, who was still in front, was fortunate enough to avoid being crushed against the wall.

Tito Christchurch Lieonsiiig Committee does not approve ot the adverse criticism which an American tourist recently passed upon Christchurch hotels. At yesterday's meeting of the committee, the acting chairman, Mr J. G. 1.. Hewitt. 5.. M.. said that it was obvious that the remarks did not apply to Christchurch. .Vo exhaustive report had I teen prepared hy the police, and from, that it was obvious that the remarks made hy the American did not apply to Christchurch, lie did not know the temperament of the American gentleman, hut perhaps lie was one of those not satisfied with anything.

“ In fairness to the hotels this state nent is made public," said Mr Hewitt,

Belting: “ TufToid ” heather Bolting is giving ever increasing satisfaction to users. Strong, durable, easy running. Write for our quotes. R. P. Af. Manning and Co., 5 Bedford Row, Clirist‘hurcli.—Advt.

No more grinding of teeth with Wade’s Worm Figs. Kiddies like them.—Advt.

Our first shipment of autumn millinery is now showing. Smart models and readv-to-wear noveltv hats in the

latest styles all at exceedingly low prices to effect a speedy sale for cash. Inspection invited.—Schroder and Co. —Advt.

Xow arriving from Nelson and Otago largo 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. The safest, quickest, cheapest remedy for coughs and colds is “ Nagol.” Ready for use when bought. Take a bottle home to-night.—Advt. Newest Ensemble Suits, Costumes and Frocks, just opened up—McKay’s, The Lending Drapers.— Advt.

Mr A. F. Dinimick offers a. registered two-year old .Jersey hull for sale.

.Mr C. Clery, of the Westport branch of the Bank of New Zealand, has been appointed to the managership of the Alilton ranch.

The line weather of last week proved very welcome to the farming community who have been busily engaged in getting in the balance of their hay, after a very trying season.

The production of ‘‘Charley’s Aunt” at the Princess Theatre on Saturday night, was cancelled during the afternoon. the Company not coming to Hokitika. The production of “Are You a Mason t” ai Boss tu-nighi was also cancelled.

A youth. Thomas Symes, IS years of age, was admitted to the Grey River Hospital on priumUiy, suffering from a fractured leg. sustained while working at Askonbnck’s timljor mill, at Ngaliere. The lad was pushing a loaded truck at the time, when a piece of timber slipped and fell from the vehicle, inflicting the injury stated.

Half-price Sale at McGrncr’s begins Saturday, Alareh Oth. All summer goods for speedy clearance. Half prices, and in some eases, less than half prices prevail in every department.—AlcGrtier’s, the leading drapers, Hokitika and Greymouth.—Advt.

Hokitika District High School navy serge uniform dresses, sizes 27 to .TO inches, prices 22s (Id to •”i!s Gd at AhKnv's the Leading Drapers.—Advt.

Ladies! See McKay's window displav io-day. Now Ensemble Suits, Cost nines, .Frocks, Coats, Hals and Furs McKay's, The Leading Drapers, Hokitika.—Advt.

Nothing equals " Nazol ” for putting colds aiul ha\ fever to rout. All chemists. t!0 doses for Is Gd.—Advt.

Ladies’ New 'Winter Felt Hats and Ready-to-AVear Hats, smart styles, just opened up—McKay’s. The Leading Drapers.—Advt.