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Hokitika Guardian, 8 March 1927, Page 2

An important meeting of the Farmtt> l nion will ho held in Koitornngi flail on Thursday evening at 8 o'clock.

Messrs M. Houston and Co hold an important, store stock sale at Kokatahi sale, yards to-morrow.

A meeting of members and intending members of the Ladies’ Hockey ( lull will he held at .Mr .1. Stapleton's this evening at 7 o’clock sharp.—Advt.

Rev. Father IJealv. formerly Parish Priest of Jtos.s ami now in charge of the parish of Heckenhaml eft for C hn.stcu.reh this morning. Owing to illness the Rev Father intends having an extended holiday prior to taking up his duties.

Replying to the president of the Canterbury A. and P. Association, the lion \Y. Downie Stewart says In- lms already done all he Cm through the Customs bv dumping duties, to help the Ihmr position. The Government, after lull consideration is not. prepared to consider the imposition of an em-

The New Zealand Meat. Producers’ Ronr<.l advise that, the following prices went oll'ercd for fat stock for export on Ith. .March: Canterbury and North Otago piimc woolly lambs: titi'under, B;,M : 37/42 ||,s. Sd : !3'ovsr. 7d. Second quality lambs, 7;jd.

On Friday night at the Soldiers’ Hall, I Mowing the occasion of the Royal visit to Hokitika, a celebration hall will he held, dancing commencing at 8.:i() o'clock. Ross’ orchestra will supply the music, and supper will he served Patrons may be assured of a pleasant time, as the door will he attended to specially and everything pn - sihle done to make the gathering a notable cue in keeping with the memorable occasion.

.Messrs \V. Wedeil and Co. Ltd. advise. dated London Ith. ins!, as follows:—“Danish butter, 18'b- (last week ISOs to ISC’s): N.Z. ( uusaltod) 1 fits to 180 s (178 sto 182 s). N.Z. (sailed) 102 s io 168 s (Hils to 108 s): market slow. Now Zealand cheese (while ami coloured) 87s to 88s (Ills to 02s) market slow. Canadian cheese (white ami coloured Sds to 1011 s (Otis to 100 s).” A later advice states: “The above prices have been further reduced as followsN.Z. unsaltej butter 170.- Io I7!s: N.Z. sailed buUer I.lßs Io HMs." The Royal tourists have a big day ahead (I them I i-nmiiniv. Fmharking on the “Renown” at Wellington tonight. the giw.al warship sails at .1 a.m. for Piet oil. where royalty steps ashore al 8.:.!!). A half hour is spent al. Pieton. and Blenheim is reached at !I..1:1. ■At II a.in. the party departs for Havelock, w here ihere is a st >p ol Hi minutes. then on to Dolorous Bridge, where there is a stop of fid minutes for l ii■■ell. and Nelson is reached at 3.11. where Ihe reinai mler ol the alternoon is devoted to special functions and the evening is left free. Annuli's lor latest records : —“That, Certain Feeling,” "Two Sad Lyes,” Rose ol St. .Mary's” ‘‘The Governor’s Pardon. “Nave lull Forgot ten Yvonne,” the musical comedy ”.81111ny, ‘Spring is Mere,” “Perfume of the Past,” “Song of the Volga Boatmen,” “Buy Bananas,” “Wlio’d Be lllue,” "Could I?—1 Certainly Could,” Hard to get Gertie.” ‘‘Here Comes Malindn.Advt

Early oil Sunday morning the body of .Margaret Evelyn Taylor, of Dysoii street, 'leinuka. was found lying face dow awards and tally clothed in the roniokn river. She was a single woman, aged 22 years, and had left her home on Saturday afternoon. Towards dusk her parents became anxious, and !;i search was made for her. but it proved unavailing. At 0.30 o'clock next morning, Constable P. .], Kearney found the body in about 18 inches of water. Her hat and bicycle were found on the river hank-, about two chains Iruin the spot where the body was discovered.

The («Tey month Swimming liafil now nearing completion is lOOft long and ,‘ldlt, wide, with a depth of seven teet at one end, which gradually tapers to a depth oi three led at the shallow end. Among the quantities of material used in construction work were git) ’ yards of concrete. 14 tons of steel, and 24,t>01) tiles. The bath has a capacity of 103,200 gallons. It will be supplied with fresh water, but recent experiments in the locality have proved that ample supplies of salt water ran be easily obtained by boring operations. The walls and Hour are beautifully finished off with white tiles, relieved with a decorative scheme of royal blue, the effect of the harmonious blending of the two colours lieing a very pleasing one. The cost so far is £2330, but when the dressin- Hi- ' and buildings are erected the total costs is expected to reach £3OOO. Latest popular songs "Bella Donna llundalierg." ‘'Thinking of You,” ‘'Smile a Little Hit.” ‘u.'imme a Little Kiss." "Any lee To-day. Lady?"' “I Can’t Forget. - ’ ".lust Due More Kiss.” ■‘Who.” (from the musical comedy ‘.Sunny”), “At Peace With the World.” “The Letter Edged in Black.” “Cuckoo,” "Every Little Thing.” “It Made You Happy.” “Matador’’ the new “Valencia.” Price 2s, postage Id extra. Obtainable from A. W. Yarrail. gramaphone and musical dealer, Bevel I St. Hokitika.—Advt.

During the run of the Bovai train from Xnpier to Wellington oil Saturday. an unscheduled stop at Tnkapau for water occupied about 10 minutes, during which the Duke asked that the engine-crew lie presented to him. Accordingly Senior-Driver J. E. Pirie, and Emergency-Driver L. H. Sigglekow, with Fireman A. Anderson, went back to the Royal ear. where the Duke conversed with each, asking questions about the work i n different sections of the line, the men’s experiences, and how they came to he allotted this special job. On learning that mere seniority itself had not entered into the (uestion, his Royal Highness was impressed. remarking. “It is good to see lint merit has received its reeoglition.”

New season’s hosiery now opening in all the wanted shades and best makes comprising flexcello. multitex, holeproof. one step, new city in cashmere and silk at 2s lid. 3s 6d. 4s Gd to os lid. Schroder and Co.—Adrt.

Messrs W. Jeffries and Co. notify particulars of the sale of a AYataroa farm on Wednesday, March 16th.

The Mayor (Mr G. A. Perry) has proclaimed a general holiday for Friday next in honour of the Royal Visitors. Kcv. Father Eecleton, S.AL, who has been spending a holiday on the Coast, left for the north hy this morning’s express. Just, arrived ai Van-all's, the record “The Prisoner’s Sweetheart.” sung by Henry liurr. Only ii limited number. Call early to save disappointment.— Advt. Miss Al. C'ohurn, A.T.C.L., notifies she is prepared to teach the violin and piano ami may he interviewed at Mrs Sweiiey’s residence, corner of Stafford and Rolleston Sts. on Saturday afternoon next. By a fire on Sunday morning. Mr T. I.alor. 'tlie well known South Beach (Crcymoulln butcher, sustained a serious loss. lii iiis shop, besides butcher’s stocks, lie had hi-- motor delivery van. a trotting sulky, implements and other gear, and these were alt destroyed by the fire, which must have started shortly after t a.m. By the time the owner learned at 1.30 of the outbreak, the tire had a big hold, and nothing could he done in the way of salvage* work.' There is only a small insurance. The death of Mrs Caroline Adelia Mori, an old resident of the West Coast, took place on Sunday al the residence of her daughLr, Airs F. P>. Siallard. Rectum, after a long illm—s. during which she was nursed hy Airs Stallard. Deceased, who was 8-1 years of age. 'arrived from Victoria in 18G7. and with tier husband, went into business in Greymouth. and later al Aliaiira. Her husband pro-deceased her veal's ago. 1 ie< eased leaves four sons, (’ha lies and Vidor (Rcetton). lawrenec (Blackball). and Albert (Wellington), and two daughters. Alesdames F. li. Stallard (Ueefton) and C. F. Palmer ( Dennision). The Bishop of London spoke at the Town Hall, Auckland, to ‘a great gathering on Sunday atternoon on the three National sins—selfishness, soltuoss. and hotting um! gambling. He said he wanted the Overseas Dominions to lake (ho virtues ol the Old Country and not its vices. There was, he tiu'l. no evil ill racing horses, neither would he ' Oliva L an old woman w ho had five shillings on the Derby every year, ol committing a. sin. If was when hotting and gambling became an indus-try-that ii was tic- most corrupting of all vices.

Luc shipment of 25!) yards of coloured Fu ii spun silk in shades ol apricot, saxe. rose, light blue, green, salmon, and mix. The usual price ol these silks are Is fid hut owing to late delivery we arc marking them at 2s lid per yard. Schroder and Co.— AdM.