LATE LOCALS.

Hokitika Guardian, 8 May 1926, Page 4

LATE LOCALS.

Notwithstanding unfavourable weather there was a large attendance in St. Aiuliew’s Hall on Thursday night I to give a farewell to Air and Airs Aitken. 1 here were speeches by Kev. I P. li. Fraser. Mr T. Bruce and Mr *l. .Murdoch, all eulogistic of our departing friends, and expressing sincere regret at losing their presence from our midst. On behalf of the members of the Presbyterian Congregation, Air Fraser presented Mr and Mrs Aitken with valuable gifts that will always he useful reminders of old friends not torgetting also Afrs Stevenson, non. so long the delight of her friends. There was an ample supply for supper. and Air Fraser c-onrituled a very socialahle and pleasant evening with an exhibition of views of Egypt and Palestine.

Seven days only, commencing Saturday, A[ay 3th, special Hokitika clearance of surplus stocks together with ten cases of new season’s bargain goods direct from Greymouth, the very latest in Millinery, Jumper Suits, Cardigans, Costuntes. Evening Frocks, Hosiery, Underclothing and Household Drapery. Drastic prices. Wo are compelled to clear the surplus stocks. Pay a visit of inspection, the bargains will surprise you. See the windows. AleGruers’, special surplus stock sale Hokitika.— Advt. ’ > I