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Hokitika Guardian, 29 June 1926, Page 2

A bazaar will lie held in tbe Totara Hall, Ross, on Saturday next, in aid of the Ross Catholic Parish fund.

“We stand placidly by and take these things lying down.”—Hon G. J. Garland in the Legislative Council.

The usual weekly euchre tournament will lie continued at St. Mary’s Club this evening. The prizes on this occasion being:—First, a set of palm bowls (comprising live); second, a ladies’ manicure set; third, a pair of servers in ease; fourth, a bedroom clock. Supper provided.—Advt.

The death took place at Westland Hospital last evening of Mr George Arthur, a former well known miner of South Westland. Deceased was a native of Scotland and 82 years of age. He was a fine stamp of a pioneer,, a sterling upright character who made malty friends. Of late years lie has been residing in a but on Mr Afr-Tn-tosli’s farm at South, Hokitika. Tbe funeral takes place to-morrow morning.

Mr Charles Suisted, aged 85 years, died at the Westport Old People’s Home on Saturday. He was a native of Tasmania, and had resided in Xew Zealand for seventy-eight years, tbe greater portion of the period on the West Coast. At one time lie was storeman on the Westport Harbour Board. His wife died two weeks ago. He is survived by a son, Robert Suisted, of Takaka, formerly on the staff of tbe Westport “ Times.”

Just at tbe time when it seemed that the gibmopbouc bad reached its final stage a new instrument lias taken the country by storm, this instrument. is the “New llis Master’s Voice” and it. produces the bass notes for the first time on the gramophone. It enriches and makes more natural the whole range of musical scale and it embodies entirely new discoveries relating to a science of sound amplification. Demonstrations daily .it A. W. Van-all’s music depot, Rovell Street.— Advt.

At Greyinouth yesterday afternoon at the Oddfellows’ Hall a pleasant function took place, in the form of a valedictory social tendered to Miss M. Shine, Matron of the Rcwa Maternity Hospital, who recently resigned from that position. The function was held under the auspices of the Plunket Society. Mrs A. J. Carr made a presentation to Matron Shine of a wellfilled nurse on behalf of the members of the Greyinouth Branch of the Plunket Society, the Medical profession of Greyinouth and the mothers of Rewa. Mrs Carr paid high tribute to tbe splendid work done by Miss Shine while at Rewa, and expressed the sense of loss felt by all those who had known her, owing to her departure from Greymouth. Mr ]{. T, Bush responded suitably oil behalf of Sister Shine. There was a large attendance of friends and members of the Plunket. Society, while a unique feature of tbe gathering was the presence of a “guard of honour ” of no fewer than one hulldread “ Rewa ” babies. During the afternoon a pleasant musical programme was rendered, the performers being Misses Ethel Wallace. Moira McSherry, B. Drake, Adkins and Johnstone. A dnintv afternoon tea was served to the guests. Sister Shine leave for Wellington on Thursday.

The representatives of the; local bodies and settlers interested in the river erosion at Coal Creek Flat met at

Grcymotith last evening to consider tlio report submitted on the proposals put forward by the Coal Creek settlers. Mr ]>. Ehybutt, ( Cro.v County Chairman) presided. The following; report was submitted by the engineers of the Public. Works Department, County, anil Borough in accordance with the resolution passed tit the previous meeting of the representatives of the Local Bodies:—Tn accordance with the instructions of the Local Bodies interested in the river erosion by the Grey Diver on Coal Creek Flat, we made an inspection on Tuesday, June 22. of both banks of the river in the vicinity of Coal Crock Flat and Kaiata.We lare of opinion that the suggested groynes would be of no service, and

indeed might be a positive disadvantage. So far as we could see no small expenditure would bo of any use, and to effectually protect the district a work on the lines of Mr Watkinson’s report to the Public Works Department would he the only effective remedy. This work is estimated to cost £17,500. There appears to be a change going on in the river bed in the direction of a deposit of shingle along the river hank fronting Daymans. and the formation of a new channel on the opposite side a. short distance higher up. The point opposite the Omoto Racecourse appears to be making up, aud there is a tendency for the strd.im to make towards the racecourse again. Should this action persist, the erosion may be transferred from -Peymans to the opposite bank. When 'the report had been read, Mr Ryall remarked that it aas not very encouraging as far ns tl'e settlers were concerned. Mr Norton agreed to this and said that the £17,000 scheme was beyond the settlers. It Was more than the land was worth. After discussion consideration was deferred.

Preliminary Notice!—Owing to ill health we are compelled to retire from business. Our Mr Howard will take charge immediately and will sacrifice the whole stock to bring it within reach of the buyer. Great preparations arc now being made, the stock being remarked. No reasonable offer will be refused!—F. Schroder and (’o.—Advt.

We congratulate Grocers on their magnificent window displays of “ NoRubbing Landry Help.”—Advt. 50 Velour Newest Flare, fur-trimmed coats, sale prices less than half usual prices, ranging from 39s 6d to 99s 6d at McKay's great record sale.—Advt. Lot 1.—30 Ladies’ Felt and Ready-to-wear Hats. Regular prices 9s lid to 29s 6d. Sale price 4s lid. Lot 2 21 Ladies’ Felts and Models Millinery. Regular prices 17s 6d to 59s 6d. Sale price 7s Gd.—At McKay’s Great Record Sale.—Advt.

Wet feet mean liability to influenza and chills. Take Nazol promptly. A few drops on sugar gives prompt relief. Is Gd for 60 doses.—Advt.'-'

A 'meeting of spinsters interested in holding a ball will be held at McIntosh’s Club rooms oii Wednesday evening at 7 o’clock.—Advt.

The funeral of the late Mr James Bowman took place this morning and was attended by a good number of mourners. The; Rev P. B. Fraser conducted the service at the graveside.

A pioneer resident of Bailor, Mrs Bridget Mallory, of Addison’s and Westport, died at the age of 71 years on Saturday. She was a native of Westport, County Mayo, Ireland. She was predeceased by her husband fourteen years ago, and leaves a family of two sons and three daughters.

A young man named Tiniest Sherlock employed in tbe railway protective works under construction at Omoto, met with an accident yesterday afternoon in it most unusual manner. Ho slipped, and suddenly placed bis hand on the ground, just when another worker was engaged using liis pick. The point of the pick was driven through Sherlock’s hand inflicting a painful wound, for which medical attention was necessary at Dr. J. W. Mcßrearty’s surgery.

There was an overflowing attendance at the opening of the new hall at Upper Koiterangi last evening, in spite of the very inclement weather conditions. Visitors arrived in strong lore it from all parts of the district. The County Chairman (Mr W. Jeffries) was among those present and performed the opening ceremony, congratulating the residents of the district on their enterprise in erecting such a comfortable ball. Dancing was kept up till an early hour, the resident ladies’ committee extending hospitality of a lavish character to the large attendance of visitors.

Single Bed size Blankets, Canterbury, pure wool brand. Regular price 27s o6d, sale price 19s 6d at McKay’s great record sale.—Advt.

Save Fifty Per Cent: Special Bonus Offer for this month. Palmolive Soap two for Is (id and one free, six foils (id and three free, 12 for 9s and six free. Average one gross a day sold from Juno Ist to sth. Only limited quantity left.' Buy half-dozen lots. McGi'ucrs, The Leading Drapers, Hokitika and Greyinouth.—Advt.

Don’t forget Xa-/.01. the big remedy for influenza, and all throat ami cliest disorders. Inhale it regularly for winter lit no-s. ('0 doses Is Gel.—-Advt.

These are stirring times for Grocers, thanks to “ No-Rubbing Laundry Help.” the famous labour-saver.—Advt.

Punts and Row-boats can ’ litted by novice with “Wisconsin” Motors which ensure speed of 7 miles an hom ami 30 miles to the gallon of benzine. R. P. M. Manning and Co., 5 Radford Row, Christchurch.—Advt.

20 only, Bovs’ and Youths’ Suits, best Kaiapoi, Petone, and Defiance makes, fit boys from 9 up to 18 years of age. Ordinary prices Jos to 09s 6d. sale price all 20s each at McKay’s great record sale. Advt.

For Influenza Colds take Woods’ oreai Peppermint Cure.— \dvt.

Don't take a (-bailee with a chill. Take Xazol and keep in bed. Surest preventive of influenza. (10 doses for Is (id.—Advt.