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Hokitika Guardian, 6 July 1927, Page 2

Mr Frank Collyer inserts a notice of thanks in this issue.

As there arc a few seats available in the ear conveying the senior representatives 1o Westport on Friday, those desirous of accompanying the team may obtain a. seat on application to Mr E. Heenan. Secretary of the Sub-Union.

The water power and electric line license from the Government Departments for the operations of the Westland Power Ltd. in North Westland, have now been signed, and notice will he gazetted this week. Fortified by the necessary authority, the Company intends beginning the construe!ianal work at once.

During the progress of the fire yesterday morning in Level] St.. the water in llio reservoir on Hail llau hill fell only one foot, indicating that at present there is a. good inflowing supply from Lake Knnieri and the auxiliary pipe line at Knnieri Forks. The water in the reservoir is being maintained verv well of late.

For the six months ended last Thursday, the register of bright sunshine in Hokitika lias been well up to the average, well over one thousand hours of bright sunshine having been recorded. Equally satisfactory is the fact that the rainfall for the same period has been below the average recorded for the previous year.

Eire deaths from infectious discuses occurred in the Canterbury-Westland health district in the week ended at no n on Monday. Three ol these were in Canterbury, two from tuberculosis ami one from pneumonia, and the two Westland deaths were: from pneumonia. The notifications were as tallows:— Westland: Scarlet fever, 1; Canterbury: Scarlet fever. 10; diphtheria, i; tuberculosis. '2; pneumonia, 8; pneumonic iniluenza, 3; erysipelas. I.

The ball at the Soldiers’ Hail this evening wiil be a special attraction to all votaries of the light lantastie. A large attendance is assured, many tickets having been sold, while the members of tlie Jazz Club will be present in force. Tile special arrangements made by tlie organisers will be all in the direction of providing for the i 11 nfort and enjoyment of pat runs. The ball is ft benefit for the Hokitika beautifying Society, a purpose which alone is sure to commend very liberal patronage on all sides. Dancing will commence at 8.8;) punctually when the full orchestra of seven instrumentalists will le in attendance,

It is understood that the Queensland Radio .Service from IQG Brisbane. will to-morrow night from 9.30 o'clock on broadcast a concert by Daine Nellie Melba. This will he an uniting broad-

casting event and is sure to attract much interest. I,isteners-iii at a Into hour at night may now hear the new Wellington station being tried out. It is of considerable power. The New Zealand stations from lasi night were on their altered wave Imigllis, Tim new Wellington station is Hi tbe waive length formerly used by the Auiklaild

The Wellington Licensing Committee renewed all wholesale will: 1 and spirit licenses, states a Press Association telegram. New applications were refused on the ground that no licenses were available without taking them front present holders. It wns contended 1 hat some of I hem were not exercising them properly or not at all, hut the committee held that there was nothing in the Act to force a holder to sell a maximum or minimum ot li<iuur, lidr could it take away property that had been pain lot’ iihii give it gratis to somebody else who might then sell at a profit.

A serious .subsidence in the path lending through the native reserve at Wliakarewarewit (Rotorua) occurred on Saturday afternoon, when Guide Edie had a luiractiloiin escape from death. Edie was walking aliiilg tile jkitliwi'v (t short distil nee from the entrance when the ground gave way; one leg went

down into a cavity. hut lortunatcly silo drew hack and reaped falling into a boiling stream disclosed hclow. I lie hole is several feet wide and 12lt. deep, and as Fa 1* as null lie seen a largo area in the vicinity is undermined. The pathway is used by tlnltsMiuls uf tourists who frit Inin tin* reserve! It is fortunate lilat Guide Edit* was alone, for il' a nuniiier td I'.eopic had hoen together the fall of earth would have been more sudden and disaster surelv would have resulted.

(tenoral regret is being voiced that the proposed mid-Canterbury farmers’ tour to the Coast is not including a visit to South Westland, certainly as far as Hat'iliilri, The statement, of the Railway Agent was to the effect that transport could not he provided, but it tune* out, that Newmans Motors Ltd: had made provisional arrangements for the transport of 30 A people as far South a.*? was desired, hut unfortunately it appears was not consulted as to the facilites availahle. As the southern district is of such outstanding importance affecting future settlement development in 'Westland, it is to he regretted very greatly that the locality will not he included in the tour. When the fa l iners’ train visits Hokitika on the Mltll. iiist. the schools, within easy radius of Hokitika should seize the opportunity uf inspecting the agricultural demonstration ear attached to the train. It would he well if a series of loot incites could he arranged, while the car is here, and no douht if the educational authorities took the matter up the useful instruction could

be arranged for

Sixty years successful trading on the Coast and still going good is evidence of good business principles ! McKay's Diamond Jubilee Sale will he noted for outstanding bargains in all departments.- Advt.

These hosiery values cannot he rejieated—2o dozen children’s three quarter all-wool seamless cashmere hose in black and tan sizes, G to 12. usual price 2s 3d to 4s Gd. now one price only. Is 9d ; cashmere sox at Gd 9d and Is. ribhod hose, small size, 9d pair at Schroder's Winter Sale.—Advt. McKay’s Diamond Jubilee Sale now going strong—Ladies’ Velour and Tweed Coats are walking out at next to nothing prices. Buying coats now is good Inlying. Prices start at 9s lid. —Advt.

Busy day at McKay’s Diamond Jubilee Sale—Extraordinary reductions In every department. Get in early for the best bargains. —Advt.

10 Men's Woollen Cardigans, plain colours, usually 15s Gd. now 8s Cd at .McKay’s Diamond Jubilee Sale.— Advt.

In cold, damp weather, always keep “ Xazol ” handy. Take some drops on sugar, or inhale occasionally. The surest, safeguard. r GO doses Is 6d.— Advt. '.I

Mr J. J. .Breeze inserts a notice of thanks in connection with yesterday’s fire. *

There was another capital attendance at St. Mary’s Club euchre tournament last evening, the winners being Mr .Noble Ist.. Mr Sullivan 2nd., Mrs Stopforth 3rd.. Mrs Lakin -Ith. Supper was served before the gathering dispersed.

Tho Annual Ball of the Hibernian Society is to take place in the Soldiers’ Hall next Wednesday evening. For this event complete arrangements have been made and so patrons are assured of a. good evening’s enjoyment. The floor will he in excellent order and the music will he in the capable hands of Boss’ Orchestra.

To-night’s Jazz Club Dance in aid of the Beautifying Association commences promptly at 8.30 p.m. and patrons arcrequested to attend at. that hour. Mrs Preston has kindly donated the supper to the Society, and the proceeds of the small charge made for supper will augment the fiimis of the Society. The orchestra having kindly offeree to supply an extra hour's music free the dance will he continued till 1 a.ni.

A neiv gift to the Canterbury Museum. says the Christchurch “Press,’’ is a miniature marmoset, from Panama, presented by Mrs Lupton. of Hokitika. The marmoset is a very f mall species of monkey, squirrel'll ke in appearance, with long, bushy tail and thick, woolly fur. It is the smallest of all the monkey tribe.

The Returned -Soldiers’ Euchre Tournament will he continued in the Soldiers’ llall next Friday. July Bth. at S o’clock, when the following valuable prizes will be for competition : —First, 32-piece dinner set ; second, large suitcase ; third. 7-piece salad set; fourth. 3-piece K.I’.N.S. sale, pepper and mustard set. Play will be in iHe annexe assuring a comfortable night’s play. Supper provided. Good prizes. Admission 2s,—Advt.

Police transfers announced are as follow: Sergeant A. E. Rowell. Iron) Dcvonporl to Stratford ; Sergeant P. Brown, from Parnell to Devonport : Sergeant S. lirnwii. I'roni Newtoii to Parnell; Constable J. Bruton, i’roill Auckland to Gisborne ; Constable J. Bird), from Queen's Wharf to Gisborne; Constable Cavayc, Irom Queen’s Whuff to Greymoufh ; Constable A. B. Buchanan, from Auckland to Duneiliil ; Constable E. L. Walton, Irom Auckland to Oiiehunga-.

A picture entertainment was given as a benefit at tbe Princess Theatre last evening by Everybodys Picture!? in :t id of the travelling fund ol the Ladies’ Hockey Club. Considering the damp conditions ol the evening there was a very good attendance. The Municipal Band rendered n short programme of music outside the theatre prior to the entertainment commencing. The star picture was “ The Greater Glory,” dealing with war and its aftermath, and it told a lamiliar story in an unusual way. The picture was a very fine presentation. On behalf of tln> Hockey Club thanks were expressed hy the President for the patronage ol tiic* public, lor .Mr I . Moore s kindness in giving the benefit on behai'l of the management, and for the appearance of the Band.

The monthly meeting of the Hokitika Library Committee was held last evening. Present: .Messrs Evans (Chairman). Maloney. Niven, Heinz and Morris, Regret was expressed at the absence of the Librarian through illness, and a vote of sympathy was passed. ('orrespoiideil*. e regarding book afid magazine supplies was received ami referred to the Selection Com/nitlee. The mat ter of attention to the roof was referred to the Chairman to consult the Borough. Overseer and Mr 11. T. Parry. It was reported seven new members were enrolled during the month, and the hope was expressed the number would lie ineernsed further during the current month. It was re, solved to add the “Free Lance" and “ i.adie'J Minor ” to the Magazines regiu'arlv received. Accounts to the amount ol' 21■"> 18s were passed for payim'iiL Tllt> llltelldanee ol the reading public is iioiv considerable at the Library, and the magazine iooiit Is always patronised veil. It is hoped to see the list of subscribers augmented considerably in the near future as a means to assist the finance of the organisation. Avoid Hulls and ills hy taking “Nazol,” the rurent protection against eoiigiis, r dills, and ali bronchial troubles. Acts like a charm. GO doses fs Gd. —Advt. Woods’ Groat peppermint Cure First aid for coughs, colds, influenza .Just to hand : Twenty Men’s Tweed Overcoats, sizes 3,4, and 5. Great value at. 42s Gd. W. H. Stopforth.— Advt.