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Hokitika Guardian, 25 March 1927, Page 2

There will be a euchre tournament at- the Soldiers’ Hall, play commencing at S o’clock to-night. Good prizes are offered for competition.

Hoktika Miniature Rifle Club members note—A social will be hold after the shoot next Monday. The following Monday the badges will be shot for. Get your teams ready.— Advt.

The order of Masses and Devotions in St. Mary's Parish on Supday, 27tn Mnroh, will be as follows:—Kokatahi, 10 a.m.; Kanieri, 8 a.in.; Hokitika, 8 a.in., 10 a.in., and 7 p.lll.

One of the worst south-west gales experienced for a considerable time raged over Canterbury on "Wednesday night. Christchurch receiving the full fury of tile blast at about a quarter past nine. The flood in the river on Wednesday afternoon and night brought down a considerable amount of driftwood, whirl. ba> been thrown tip on the beach, and yesterday there were many residents busily engaged in gathering ip the we'cime bring for the approaching white*, there being many large stacks gathered along the sqn front. The "Returned Soldiers’ Euchre Tournament will be he'd in the Soldiers’ Hall this (Friday) evening at eight o'clock sharp, when the following prizes will he for competition.. Ist. prize, 1 pair double bed sheets, 1 pair single bed sheets, 1 pair white towels, 1 pair coloured towels, \ doz. tea towels: 2nd. prize, 2-1 in. suit ease; 3rd. prize, alarm clock; 4th. prize, ease afternoon teaspoons. Supper. Admission 25.--Advt.

At Addington stock sales on Wednesday last the fat lamb section included ihc following saVes.—On account of Mirlin Pros. (Ikamnttia). T 7 at 22s to 28s 10(1; West Coast client, lib at 23s 7d to 23s Id; .). Anderson (Rossi, 28 at 21s 10d to 21s 10d: T. Butler (Mataimii), 72 shorn at 23s Id to 21s 7d: .1. V. Scales (Aliatira). 7.8 at 21s 1 0.1 to 23s 10d ;S. Yde (Ofira). 11 at 21s lOd; West Coast client, 3b al IPs Id.

The Duke and I Inches- of York arrive in Sydney to-morrow, and great preparations have been made for the (ic.a-ion. Nightly messages of welcome an- seni ovei' the air to the "Renown" by vi irelesss, and special concerts have been broadcasted IV mi Sydney for the entertainment of those aboard the warship. The decorations in. the city, ac-

cording to the particulars given ouf over tlie air are most elaborate. An unusually large muster of ex-service-men is expected to lie on parade and special streets are being set apart for them to line at the reception-. On Friday of next week there will be an unusually attractive entertainment c! >iu’ Town [la!! in aid of the Plimket Society, which is badly in nee- 1 of funds. Two young ladies of evccptional ability will entertain with an ele: ill ionary recital, and be simplified by a vocal and instrumental concert of exceptional merit sever;! of our best performers taking pint. The evening’s entertainment is so outstanding as regards special merit that there is sure to be a very large attendance, and the seating aceomtnnda! i ui is likely to be well taxed.

Wireless fans will have a rare opportunity next Tuesday night of hearing the full performance of Gilbert and Sullivan's opera "11.M.S Rianofore,” broadcasted from Sydney. The occasion is a gala performance bv the Williamson Company in honour of the lluke ami Duchess of York, who will lie present at the performance. At 7.-lb pun. (0.1 o N.Z. time), a description of who's who at the Theatre will be given, and at 8 p.m. (0.30 X.Z. time) the National Anthem will be played. This is the lirst time a full professional performance has been broadcasted and 2F.C. Sydney, is taking great credit for its enterprise in the matter. Listeners in will be able to appreciate an excellent production, for the Company is a very -fine oiie.

The first mooting of creditors ui‘ 11. Studlcy. fruiterer, of Gro.viiioutli. held on Wednesday, proved a somewhat warm one. The statement of bankrupt showed a deficiency of £1282 10s .Id. Unsecured creditors totalled £ll6l Os lid; secured creditor £66 13s -Id; estimated value of securities £95 15s. leaving *n .surplus of £3S 16s 8d from securities. The value of the stock in trade was estimated at CIO, and hook debts of Cl-10 were estimated to produce £IOO. which, with the surplus of £3B 16s 8d from securities, made the total assets Cl7B 16s Bd. The hanknipt was vei'v closely examined as to his business, and there were very strong and pointed remarks passed as to In's business capacity, and the manner in which lie bad carried on tbe business involving snob a substantial loss, without calling bis creditors together before.

A very pretty and interesting wedding was celebrated by. Rev. Father Lord a u at Kumara yesterday morning, the parties to the happy contract being .Miss Margaret, second daughter of Mr John Rockford. of Dillmaiistown, to jMr I’. W. Shannon, son of Mrs ,T. Johnstone, of Hokitika. The bride, was given away l>.v her father, was neatly attired in a dress of hois de roses and carried a prayer hook. •Bhe was attended by her sister, Clara, as bridesmaid, while Mr R. MacDonald carried out the duties of best man. Alter the ceremony the party adjourned to the residence of the bride’s sister (Mrs Geo. MeEnaney) where the wedding brcaklnst. was partaken of and the usual toasts honoured. They later left by the express for Christchurch where the honeymoon will be spent, carrying with them the hearty good wishes of a host of friends. More than double value for your money. Extraordinary dlearance of summer goods at flics popular price of Is lid each and 2s for 4s lid. This wonderful bargain 4s lid sale begins at 9 o’clock Saturday. March 26th. The bargains are mighty and many and wii'l eclipse for value any 4s lid sale c.f the past. Come prepared for astounding bargains. McGruer’s, Hokitika and Gieymouth.—Advt.

Now landing, large consignments of choice dessert, and cooking apples. Nelson tomatoes etc. Paterson. Michel and Co. (’phone No. 2). —Advt. When buying sheetings, pillow cottons and damasks it is essential that you buy goods that will wash and wear well. The qualities we sell have proved their genuineness. AYe guarantee every yard distributed, and will replace free, any cloth hearing the ‘Abanco” brand not giving absolute wash and wear satisfaction. o4in. from Is 9d. 80in. from 2s 3d. pillow cotton from Is 2d.—Schroder and Co.—Advt.

Special line of Silk Hose in all want ed shades. This week’s price 3s lid —Addisons.—-Advt.

Rainy days, rubber coats! —Ladies' rubber coats, black, brown, saxe. 21s. 265. 29s 6d at McKay’s.—Advt.

Latest popular songs—‘Bella Donna Bundaberg.” “Thinking of You,” “Smile a Little Bit.” “Gimme a Little Kiss.” “Any Ice To-clay, Lady?” “I Can’t Forget.” “Just (hie 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. YarralJ, gramaphone and musical dealer, Revel! St. Hokitika. —Advt.

Mr John Collett inserts a notice of thanks in this issue.

McGnier’s Westland Ltd., distribute particulars of their -is lid sale, com., meneing to-morrow morning.

The lion J. A. Young. Minister for Health and Hospitals is expected at Hokitika about April Ist. and will probably visit (lie south.

There are at present three eases (.7 diphtheria in the isolation ward at the Grey Hospital. All the patients are progressing favourably.

The examiner for motor drivers' licenses will be in attendance at the County Office from 0 a.m. on Monday forenoon. Applicants please attend early, or arrange time of visit.—-Advt.

Cable advice riu'tved in Christchurch on Wednesday was to the effect that the latest quotation for Xew Zealand butter oil the London market was 10-ls as inmpared with last week’s quotation of 1 13s. The advice also -stated that Xew Zealand butter and cheese were selling instead of going into cool storage. The golden jubilee of the Anglican Church in Greyniouth will be celebrated this year, the fiftieth anniversary of the establishment of Holy Trinity ( luireli. occurring in July next. Archdeacon Carr lias already taken in hand the matter of the celebration, and it is expected to prove a memorable event in the i'oeal history of the Anglican Church.

Little's Annual Stock-taking. March ;< Ist,. Great value in women’s and children's footwear. Special discount mi all cash purchases until end of the month.—Arch Little. Footwear Store— Advt,

A large and representative gathering of citizens ' attended the GreVinclutli Borough Council Chambers yesterday afternoon, in order to bid larowelf to Mi- Allan Baker, of the think of New Zealand, who has been promoted to manager of the Hokitika branch of trie bank. The Mayor -Mr W. 11. Parfitt), presided and laudatory speeches wore made by the Chairman, Messrs J. CL Groensiado and '!. K. A. Scddon, the presentation ol a substantial cheque being made to the guest.

Local arrangements for the reception ~! i In* C liristeliureh visitors to-morrow are complete. 3 lie visitors will be met on arrival by the members of the Reception Committee, and given all necessary inloi'nuilinti. Hoi water. l«a

milk and sugar will be provided on (ass Square. At 2.30 a ladies' hockey match will be played and at the same hour X"Winans’ motor bos will depart for the dredge and Lake Kahicri. During the afternoon a conference will be held in relation to the Bade to the Coast movement, for Christmas. ’I he out train, is timed to depart at G. 25. The visitors are expected to arrive liero shortlv after 1.30 10-morfow.

“ li' anv mail holds' such views and presides over the Arbirtation Court, it seems that the farming industry is ill jeopardy,’’ said Mr J. I). Hall, president of the Xortli Canterbury executive of the Xew Zealand Farmers* Fnion at a meeting of that body oil Wednesday, with reference to Mr Justice Fra.-'.cr’s recent pronouncement that lie was not concerned with the economic aspect of an industry, but only with ensuring that tlie workers employed in such an industry were able tn eniov a good standard of living. “ If this is true." added Air Hall, “ it will mean that it is only a matter of time when the farming industry will tie squeezed out of existence.”

Extract from an exchange of March 21th. 1817.—The Knmara Diggings,— We gather from an exchange that the great political event of the last few weeks has been the sale of the Knmara water-race to the Government. The result lias taken place after much bargaining, the Government having been forced front their original offer of L'GoOf! into giving .28000 c-aslt for tbo property. They felt that the -ion of the Knmara Company's works

was necessary to the proper carrying out of'their system of water supply, and therefore had to pay the money. The company, which had only expended £2500 on their property, make £660.') by the transaction. Out of this they have to pay ah’ liabilities and contracts subsequent to that date.

During bankruptcy proceedings in connection with the estate of Wylde Brothers, returned* soldier farmers at Barryown, held a Greymouth on Wednesday, the Lands Department was

severely criticised for putting in a claim as mortgagee for all assets irrespective of the amounts due in wages to several employees. Creditors expressed the opinion that wages should he paid first. Secured creditors represented £3998 17s and unsecured creditors £594 4s 3d, a deficiency of £396 Is Kid being shown. Bankrupts blamed the slump in wool and sheep for

their position, also the action, of the Grown in claiming the timber cut on the property, a balance of £l7O on the sale of which is the only cask available. The Commissioner of Crown Lands said that the securities were much over-estimated at £4(107 4s 6d, and he would he glad to accept £I2OO for the land. Air F. A. Tvitchinghain, representing bankrupts, said Crown’s claim was morally indefensible, and be characterised the soldier settlement operations ns a scheme for which the people of New Zealand were now paying through bankruptcies. It was decided to leave realisation of the assets in the hands of Air F. Congreve and the Deputy Official Assignee. Ah A. Naylor, and that an effort he made to induce the Afinistcr of Lands to withdraw the claim for the timber.

Ladies’ umbrellas, 7s 6d to 21s. newest handles at AlcKay’s.—Advt. Yarrall’s for latest records ;—“That Certain Feeling,” “Two Sad Eyes,” “Rose of St. Alary’s” “The Governor’s Pardon,” “Have You Forgotten Yvonne,” the musical comedy “Sunny,” “Spring is Here,” “Perfume of the Past.” “Song of the Amiga Boatmen,” “Buy Bananas,” “Who’d Be Blue.” “Could I?—I Certainly Could,” “Hard to get Gertie.” “Here Comes Afalinda.”—Advt Stock-taking Specials—s4in. tweeds, suitable for hard wear, usual price 10s 6d, now all one price, 3s lid; oGin. tweeds for boys’ wear, usual price 1 rs fid, now 5s Ud—Schroder and Co.— Advt.

Special prices this week at Addison’s --oil’s Felts to clear at less than cost. See window for prices.—Advt.