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Hokitika Guardian, 4 August 1926, Page 2

The death occurred yesterday evening at the Grey River Hospital, of the infant daughter of Mr and Mrs Robert Pascoe, from bronchial pneumonia, after an illness lasting more than a fortnight.

It will pay you to visit our store and inspect the value we are offering in hosiery. ' Ladies* all-wool Cashmere hosK> in black only at 2s (id, heavy ribbed art silk in all leading shades at 3s lid and 4s 11.—Schroder and C’o.— Advt.

Sixty years’ continuous service in the employment of tho Auckland “Herald” was completed on Monday last by Mr Archie Bruce, known to the people of the province as “Phaeton,” the sporting writer. Next year another anniversary awaits Mr and. Mrs Bruce. It will he the year of their golden wedding.

There' was a good attendance at St. Mary’s Club Rooms last evening. The prize winners were: —First, Mr If. Stevens (Nelson) six yards of passage runner; second, -Miss E. Hausmann, a sofa rug; third, a reversible rug, Mr Hamilton, junr., Three Mile; fourth, Miss K. Freitas, an umbrella. The prizes for next week will be: —First, a bag of sugar, 501 b bag of flour, 51bs tea, and (libs butter; second, a large suit case; third, pvrox dishes; fourth, half-dozen men’s socks.

On "Wednesday, Aug. 18 th., All Saints Tennis Club will bold their annual ball. Arrangements are being made to make this function a huge success. The supper arrangements will be in the hands of the ladies of the Club, while Mr C. Ross’ Orchestra will have charge of the music, thus promising an enjoyable evening to all. Tickets at> 2s 6d each are obtainable from all Club members..—Advt.

The Minister of Marine (the Hon G. J. Anderson) lias decided upon the installation of a radio direction-finding beacon at Wellington, and at Lyttelton. By means of these, vessels trading regularly between the two ports will be able to make harbour ill a fog. Before this can be accomplished, however, the vessels will have to be fitted with the necessary apparatus to enable them to get in touch with the direction-finding beacons.

Infectious and other notifiable diseases reported in the Canterbury and West Coast health districts during tho week ended noon on Monday totalled 40, ns follows:—Canterbury :_ Scarlet fever, 8; diphtheria, 10; tuberculosis, 9; pneumonia, 3; pneumonic influenza, 0; erysipelas, 3. West Coast, tuberculosis, 1. Deaths, all in the Canterbury district, totalled 5, as follows: Tuberculosis, 1; pneumonic influenza, 1 ; puerperal septicaemia. 1; erysipelas, 1; and septic abortion. 1.

Opossums ! opossum trappers—When you finish, run no further risks. Look up J. H. Johnston, representing J. K. Mooney and Co., who wilt pay you better than auction prices. Will he at Red Lion Hotel, from 3rd. to 6th. AugusT.—Advt.

Two things that impressed Bishop West-Watson and Mrs Wcst-Watsoli on their recent visit to South Westland were the gorgeous scenery and the extraordinary hospitality of tho people. It is a countryside where a visitor can safely carry out the Scriptural injunction: “Carry neither purse, nor scrip, nor shoes.” At any rate, the travellers found that food and lodging and, when necessary, horses were provided, and those who provided would not hear of taking payment. Speaking of the kindness of the West "Coast folk, the Bishop said that not only Chur dll of England people, but Presbyterians and Roman Catholics had been exceedingly hospitable.

The death occurred at Wellington on Sunday, at the age of 53 years, of Dr Joseph Patrick Frengley, one of the pioneers of the Public Health Service of New Zealand. He was appointed District Health Officer at Nelson in 1002. In 1913 he was appointed Deputy-General Health Officer, and in 1917 the position of Deputy-Inspector* General of Hospitals was added to his duties. In 1921 lie was appointed Deputy-Director-General of Health, but owing to failing health lie was forced about eighteen months ago to relinquish his duties. He was then appointed Director of the Division of Food and Drugs. The late Dr Frengley took a keen interest in the scientific side of his profession, and was a member of the New Zealand Institute. Dr Frengley was also one of the examiners at the Otago University. He is survived by a widow, three sons and one daughter. Two of the sons are doctors.

Interest increases as the time approaches for the grand annual plain and fancy dress ball, which takes place in the Soldiers’ Hall on the lltli Aug., under the auspices of the local Druids’ Lodge. This big coming carnival event bids fair to he one of the largest gatherings of dancing enthusiasts ever held in the annals of Druidism in Hokitika. Quite a large number of competitors have already signified their intentions of competing for the prizes to be given for the most original fancy dressed lady and gentleman. The music for the ball will he supplied by Ross’s full orchestra, which is a guarantee that nothing will he wanting in that direction. The Committee decided to put a. capital supper on for the occasion, comprising fruit salad, jelly and cream, and trifle. Tickets for the function can he procured from the Secretary (Mr J. Rutland) or Mr J. Breeze (hairdresser). Lovers of dancing should not miss this big annual display of fancy dresses which are already guaranteed to he present.

The loss of £3O in hank notes caused some consternation in the dressingrooms at Blandford Park after the senior Soccer match on Saturday afternoon, states an Auckland correspondent. The money was subsequently recovered but in a most unexpected manner. Refore taking tlie field a player entrusted his money to the secretary of the club. After the match, and when dressing hurriedly, the bank notes were returned to him. -Tn haste he placed them into what lie thought was his own hag. On the way home he discovered the loss. A search failed to reveal the money. Tho sequel was enacted on Sunday morning. Another player opened -his hag at home with the object of cleaning his football boots, and was surprised to find a roll of bank notes. As he had shared in the search on the previous day he recalled the reason for his sudden affluence. Ry returning the money to its rightful owner he was able to cheer the heart of a despondent team mate.

Worms sap strength and undermine the constitution. Wade’s Worm Figs are pleasant to take, and perfectly safe for all ages. No had after-effects. "Wade’s AVornr Figs obtainable from your chemist. —Advt.

First aid for coughs, colds and influenza Wood?/ Great- Peppermint Cure.— AdyK

A reminder is given of the Grand Ball in the Public Hall. Woodstock this evening.

Newmans Motors Ltd. desire to draw the attention of the public that cars will leave the garage this evening for the Ball at Woodstock and on Friday evening foPthe Ball at Ross.

The Public Trustee offers for sale as a going concern the well-known carrying business in the estate of the late Mr F. W. Thompson. Particulars can be obtained from Messrs W. Duncan and Co.

The mail from tho Far South due yesterday has been delayed on tho up journey owing to flooded rivers and ice in the Waiho and will not reach Hokitika. till Friday afternoon. The mails which left Hokitika on Sunday last for Maintain, loft Waiho this morning.

Owing to the the influenza epidemic, the. organizers of the Benedicts’ Ball, to be held in the Lower lvoiterangi Hall on Friday evening, have’ considered it necessary to postpone the event until Friday week, August 13th.

Early on Sunday morning a fire broke out in a bakery at Westport occupied by A. G. Sime, and owned by -Mrs Anderson. Considerable damage was done to stock and the interior of the building before tho outbreak was subdued. Sime’s stock was insured in the Yorkshire Office for £450.

The death took place, after a brief illness at Westport, on Sunday evening of Mrs Millington, sister of Mrs Reed, of Romilly Street, at the age of 81 years. The deceased was an old and esteemed resident of Christchurch, amt latterly of Westport. Her husband predeceased her by 16 years.

In- order to be free from colds it is imperative that you should be protected from the weather. The problem is solved by purchasing a rainproof or rubber coat at our clearance sale. Girl’s rubber coats, with hood from 7s (id to 17s Od; ladies from 25s 6d, 29s 6d to 49s (id.—Schroder and Co.— Advt.

The death took place at her late residence, Domett St., Westport on Saturday morning of Mrs Catherine Ryan, wife of Air James Ryan. Deceased was" a member of the widely known Wall family, was a native of Cape Foulwind, and 44 years of age, and was the only surviving daughter of the late Mr and Airs Wall, of Tauranga Bay. Deceased had been ill for a considerable time and her death was not unexpected. A husband, four young daughters and two brothers are left.

The Returned Soldiers’ "Popular Euchre will be continued in tho Soldiers’ Hall on Friday next, Aug. 6th. at 8 p m. sharp, when the following useful prizes will, be for competition : Ist. prize, pair double size white blankets; 2nd. pair single size white blankets; 3rd., 1 doz. gents’ white handkerchiefs; 4th., 1 pair of pillow slips and 1 pair of tea towels. The four winners each night play ofl" at end of season for a ladies’ or gents’ bicycle. Supper. Roll up early. Admission 2s.—Advt. Half-price days begin on Saturday, August 7th. Final Clearance of all winter goods. Now 'two articles for the price of one. Now the article you want at half price. If you can buy for Jess anywhere we will give you the difference. We know our half prices are unbeatable. —AleGruers, ’I be Leading Drapers, Hokitika, and Greymouth. —Advt.

Most effective and most economical. Nazol, the wonder remedy for coughs, colds and influenza. Antiseptic. Acts like a charm. Only Is 6d for 69 doses.—Advt.