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Hokitika Guardian, 26 June 1926, Page 2

Mr K. Cholei'ton optician notifies that he will lie in Hokitika from July fitli. till the lOtli. A meeting of all interested in Acclimatisation work will be held at the County '"Chambers at 7.30 o’clock on Thursday evening next when a new Council r.f Management will b? elected for the Westland Acclimatisation Society. Officers will be appointed also and the general policy of the Society discussed. tt. will he a surprise to the thousands of howlers right through New Zealand to know that the Wakefield Cluh is still open, and Nelson players ha •o been making trips all winter. Last Saturday (three days from the shortest day) a match, was played, Nelson. versus Wakefield, 40 players taking part, under ideal weather, conditions, and no keener games have been played in the proper bowling season. It is hoped to have a winter green established. as very few cities have a better climate than Nelson for the purpose. Lot L—3o Ladies’ Felt and Iteady-to-wear Hats. Regular prices 9s lid to 29s Gd. Sale price 4s lid. Lot 2 21 Ladies’ Felts and Models Millinery. Regular prices 17s Gd to 59s 6d. Sale price 7s Gd.—At McKay’s Great Record Sale.—Advt. We have received from the growers with instructi ms to sell at lowest market prices, a shipment of ' Jonathans, Delicious, Orange Pippins, Washingtons and other va’ ietics of apples. Paterson Michel and Co. Ltd.—Advt. Schroder and Co offer wise buyers the chance of the season, the newest in ladies’ coats in the most approved style and colours at wholesale cost. Also huge stock of blankets, rugs and quilts bought cheap to be sold at reduced prices. Don't hesitate till you are too late. Visit Schroder and Co at once.—Advt. For Influenza Colds take Woods’ Great Peppermint Cure.Advt. 1

Entries for the fat stock sale lit Arahura Appear in this issue.

ALails which left "Wellington ot.i the 26th Alav per Alakura via San Francisco arrived at London on 2-lth June.

Single Bed size Blankets, Canterbury, pure wool brand. Regular price 27s 56d, sale price 10s 6d at AlcKay’s great record side.—Advt.

Newmans car will leave on -Monday at 7.46 p.m. for Upper Koiterangi Hall Opening Ball should sufficient inducement oiler.

Between 90 and 100 players took part in the euchre tourney in the Soldiers!Hall last night. There was again good play. The winners proved to bo Airs E. Bell (18) first", Airs Butland (16) second, Air J. Tooliey (16) third, Air J. Kilctillen (16) third. Supper was served by the ladies’ Committee. The prises for next week were on view as follows:—First, aluminium kitchen set (several pieces); second, tea set; third, four crystal dishes; fourth, two pudding moulds. In addition those who win prizes will he eligible to compete in the final competition for the lady’s or gent’s bicycle. The competition will ho continued at the usual hour next Friday night.

20 only, Boys’ and Youths’ Suits, liest Eaiapoi, Petone, and Defiance makes, fit boys from 9 up to 18 years of age. Ordinary prices 35s to 69s 6d, sale price all 20s each at McKay’s great record Sale.—Advt.

At the annual meeting of the Ruuanga Bowling Club on Thursday, Air T. Ileslin was re-elected President and Afr T. Bowes, secretary, treasurer and delegate. A circular was received from the Westport Club, asking for support to alter the constitution of the Centre Executive. It was decided to instruct delegates to vote against the alteration, it being considered that the present constitution is satisfactory. It was, however, moved that the delegate enter the Club’s protest against proxy voting it being thought that a club should lake sufficient interest to send their own delegates to represent them. Other matters in connection with the Centre were left to the delegate to use his own discretion. It was agreed to support a rink and pairs tournament in 1927. to be open.

At ihe Hokitika State Sehool yesterday afternoon at the weekly saluting of ihe Flag, the Rector (Air Partridge) invited Air D. J. Evans to present tbe prizes won in the late essay competition in regard to the trip to the Dunedin Exhibition. In complying with the request, Air Evans complimented tit? school on its success, and the competitors on their interesting essays. Referring to the excursions, special mention was made of the kindness of Air C. Kirk in arranging billets at Christchurch; also reference was made to tlie attention given the sehool children by AL- Struck, who was the organiser at tlie Dunedin end. Prizes were then presented to Masters .Tas Park and Lester Leslie, and to Afiss Afillieent AYild. each of whom were congratulated oil their success. Under the direction of Air Niven the Flag was then saluted, and under the leadership of Afr Smith the National Anthem was sung. A vote of thanks was accorded Air Evans on the motion of the Rector, tlm vote being carried by acclamation. T!r> scholars were then taken to their respective class rooms for the afternoon studies.

Tlu> usual fortnightly meeting of Westland Lodge No. SO U.A.0.1). was held in the Lodge room on Thursday evening when n good attendance was recorded. A vole of sympathy and condolence was lecorded a brother on the sad loss of his father, also to a brother oil the loss of his mother-in-law. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and confirmed, outward correspondence read and approved and inward read and received. The lairds reported sick members doing very well and sick pay to the amount of £3 10s was passed for payment. One candidate for membership was balloted for and proved successful. Accounts to the amount of £5 8s 6d were missed for payment. Several new members were proposed and one new member was initiated into the “ rites of Druidism,” by A.I). Uro. .). J. Williams, assisted bv his officers, in a very able and impressive manner, especially as it was their first initiation 'ceremony. The balance sheet was read and adopted. Tt was decided .that the Lodge visit Kuatapu in the near future for the purpose of initiating new members. The Lodge then closed in harmony. A London correspondent states: Lord Jellicoe has written a long and very intersting introduction for Dr A. ,T. Harrop’s hook, “England and New Zealand,” which will he published by Messrs Methuen and Company in a few months’ time. During his term ns Governor-General in New Zealand, Lord Jellicoe. of course, became closely acquainted with the whole country, and the observations he makes are of special value as coming from an experienced and impartial observer. A splendid tribute to the people of Xew Zealand, the introduction also contains suggestions on Native affairs, compulsory arbitration. and experiments in State control, which will lie road with the greatest interest. A keen sportsman himself, Lord Jelfieoe refers enthusiastically to the facilities for all kinds or sport so abundantly provided in Now Zealand. Many distinguished visitors have written of New Zealand in the past, hut it is sale to assume that few have written with so great a knowledge of their subject. In agreeing to write an account of his impressions of New Zealand, Lord Jellicoe has increased the debt which the country owes to him.

On the occasion of 1 1 is approaching marriage. Constable James (!.' Brown was met last evening at Creymouth, by a large and representative gathering of the members of the Police Force in the Grey District and tendered a social and presentation. Seuior-Sergt. P J .McCarthy presided, and made the presentation, consisting of a valuable antique bromic (ire screen, at the same time congratulating the recipient on the step which ho was taking and wishing him every happiness and prosperity in their wedded life. Eulogistic speeches were nvade by Sergeant J. Smytlio. Gaoler Avling. Detective -Mure!'. Constables Crowley. Rogers, Flewellyn. Houston. Greenlees. Cogswell. Corcoran. Paddy, Hay and others present. Musical and other items were contributed by Senior-Sergeant McCarthy, Sergt. Sm.vthe, Detective Murcl), Gaoler Avling and Constables Flewellyn. Corcoran. Crowley. Rogers and Houston. A most enjoyable function concluded with the singing of “ He's a Jolly Good Fellow. - ’ and “ Auld Fang Sync.’’ and cheers for the

guest of the evening. Constable Brown is to he married on Wednesday next to Miss Doris Fleming at St. .Mary’s Church, Hokitika. Addisons have just opened up a new assortment of Ladies’ Ties, Cloves and Hosiery.—Advt.

10 only Ladies’ Costumes, best tailormade in Gab. and Hep. materials, braid and fur-trimmed in Navy, Browns, Fawn and Grey. Regular prices 5 to 0 guineas, sale price 49s 6d ,59s Cd, 69s 6cl to 89s 6d at McKay’s great record sale.—Advt. Shake hands with your grocers every time you purchase a seven weeks’ ply of “ No-Rubbing Laundry Help ” as a token of your esteem and gratitude for “ Uo-Rubbing.”—Advt.

The Municipal Band will render a programme on Cass i Square to-morrow afternoon, weather permitting, commencing at 2.30 p.m.

50 Velour Newest Flare, fur-trimmed coats, sale prices less than half usual prices, ranging from 30s 6d to 00s 6d at McKay's great record sale.—Advt.

Messrs W. Jeffries and Co. announce the sale by auction at the Mart on July 7th at 11 a.in. by instructions by the official Assignee in bankruptcy of a share in the Kowhitornngi native block of 492 acres. Particulars appear in another column.

The Kanieri Football Club’s Annual Ball takes place next Wednesday night. The Committee have made splendid arrangements which should eclipse anything yet held m Kanieri. Several novel dances will he staged, while the music supplied by Mr C. Boss’s orchestra quartette should he a guarantee of excellence. Dancing commences at 8.30 p.m.

Marrying is alright provided “ NoRubbing Laundry Help” is ahtays available for the weekly washing.—Advt.