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Hokitika Guardian, 22 July 1927, Page 2

Mrs tV. Patrick and Family insert a notice of thanks in this i.-sue.

.Six dozen men's working shirts "ti ho cleared at sale prices at \V. 11 Stop forties.-—Advt.

A Bill embodying the principle of contributory pensions is before the Government now. It is not proposed to introduce amendments to the Pensions Act to provide pensions for orphans.

A benefit ball will be held in the ltiniu Town Hall on August 12th. in aid of injured footballers. Hood floor, good supper. Music by Ross' full orchestra. Gentlemen its fill, ladies Is fid. —Advt.

The President of the Nelson .Jockey Club said there was big a risk in running the 10s totalisator. 11 the Government wanted it they should allow the Clubs a rebate of b per cent to pay for it. The suggestion that the somnuttee consider the matter was lost on a show of hands.

It is not intended to amend either the old age pension or pensions lor the blind i'aw this session. the Government is considering the 1 question of introducing an Invalidity Pensions Bill. The Government is also investigating the practicability ol making provision for assisting deserted wives and families.

W. 11. Stopforlli is offering quantity of hoys pullovers, grey union shirts, woollen gloves, etc., at sale prices. Inspection invited.—Advt.

A mrblic notice is given by the Must land County Council that the weight of loads using Mahinapua Crock Bridge at South Hokitika, is limited to two tons (gross), including the weight ol the vehicle. Owners of vehicles and drivers of stock are desired to note the restriction and limitation in regard to weights.

The Returned Soldiers’ Euchre 'lournameut will' be continued in the Soldiers’ Hall this evening at S p.m. when the following valuable prizes will be for competition First, aluminium preserving pan. kettle, teapot and set of live enamel puts; second, set of three jugs; third, half dozen serviettes, fourth, coir mat. The annexe will bo heated as usual ensuring every comlort. Supper. Admission 2s.—Advt.

The Reform Party mol in caucus on Wednesday morning. I here was a good attendance, and matters ol present import were amicably discussed. Mr J. Bitchener, member for Waitaki, was appointed Junior V hip, and at the afternoon silting of the House took the seat recently occupied by Mr \Y. S, Glenn (Rangitikei).

Mr A. F. Wogan, who for sonic time has been cashier in the Dunedin office of the Lands and Survey Department, has been transferred to Christchurch. Prior to departure from the south he was presented, by his lellow officers, with a suit-case and accessories. Mr J. Macfai'lane, of the Wellington office, will succeed Mr Wogan,

Speaking at the annual meeting ol the Nelson Jockey Club one of the members. Mr Fairey (the retiring vicepresident) said the cnld-lilnodod manner in which the extra totalisator permit had been taken away from Nelson had a political flavour about ii. Race-mootings in the North Island

Mi re " :is thick :is mushrooms," and lit* moved that the ci'ub make a protest to tlie Minister. Tlie motion was carried unanimously. Mr and Mrs George llatili. of Sewell Street. are celebrating their golden jubilee to-day. They were married at Kanieri by the late Very Rev. Dean Ahirtin on July 22nd, 1877. 9 hey have a family of nine living (Mrs T. Barrett. (Ireymoutli. Mrs AY. Knowles, Rimu, Airs P. ('rough, Hokitika. Aludnme Hatch, of Sacred Heart (.‘onvent, Brisbane, George and William of AVellington, Harry and Arthur of Auckland and John af Hokitika). One son Ernest died as the result of the Mar. There are a number of grand-chi Id roil and one great grandchild. Air and Alls Hatch Mere the recipients of many congratulations and good wisjios on the occasion of the happy celebration. Their many friends will be glad to know that the couple are both hearty and in good health.

An attempt at evident incendiarism was discovered at the rear of shop premises in llevell Street the other morning. Some ■ woollen material had keen placed in a crevice at the hack door and fired. Most of the material had burned aMay and the wood in the vicinity had taken fire and mus burnt or was scorched and damaged. Although there were no serious results, the effect of the discovery has been very disquieting, especially in cases where shopkeepers are not residing on the premises. The alarm was heightened. also, by the report that a quantity of cotton waste had been missed from the railway engine shed. The police have been very vigilant and various precautions are being taken, but so far without result, in locating tlie culprit or associates.

For'quick sale, eight only all wool jumper-suits, shades of cream, saxo, fawn, rose at 29s fid and 39s (id, usual prices -19 s fid to (>7s (id. Ladies’ wool jumpers from 4s lid at Schroder’s Sale. Schroder and Co.—Advt. Aren’s Hamilton Cloth, striped Pyjamas, regular price Ids Gd, Jubilee Sale price 12s Gd at Ak'Kay’s.—Advt. Aten’s Over-coats of high degree, latest city styles bought at one third off regular prices. Usual price £G Gs to £8 Bs. Jubilee Sale prices 75s to 105 s. AfcKay’s Diamond Jubilee Sale.—Advt. No cold is “ Nazol ” proof. Highly powerful and pent,., nting, it goes right to the root of the trouble. Acts like a charm. 00 doses Is Gd., ready for use.—Advt. Ladies’ Tweed and Velour Tweed Coats, marked down further than ever; in fact we are practically giving some away to effect a clearance. AYe have too many left. Call and see these coats and secure a bargain while they last.—AfcKay’s Great Diamond Jubilee Sale.—Advt. A proved remedy for coughs and colds is “Nazol.” Pleasant to take, economical, and gives quick relief. Sixty closes cost only eighteenpenc-e.— Advt. Na Mashing, no ironing M'ith the Arictoria Damask now snowing at Addison’s.—Advt. The commonsense remedy, “ Nazol, goes right to the root of the trouble. For coughs, colds, and all chest and lung complaints. GO doses for Is 6d.— Advt. Six youths’ tan-colour canvas rub-ber-lined waterproof Coats, regular price 27s Gd to 355, Jubilee Sale price 17s 6d to 19,s Gd at AlcKay’s Diamond Jubilee Sale—Advt.

Tho order of Masses and Devotions in St. Diary’s Parish on Sunday, July 24t'li. will be as follows: Arnhura 10 a.m.; Hokitika 8 n.m., 10 a.m., 7 p.m.

Twenty dozen men’s soli collars to cear at fid each at W. IT. Stopforth’s. —Advt.

The usual weekly euchre takes place at the Soldiers’ llall to-night, play commencing at 8 o’clock. With tlie attractive prizes there should be a bumper attendance.

The Hon. d. P. Nelson and Mr Sniytlie, members of tlie Samoan Citizens' Committee, have arrived in Wellington in connection with the petition before Parliament. They are seeking an interview with the Prime Minister.

There was a large attendance at tlie Public Hall. Kokatalii, last, evening when tlie residents of Kokatalii and Koitcrangi entertained Mr and Mrs L. H. Morel and family prior to their removal from the district. Mr Morel having disposed of his farm property. During the evening dancing was indulged in. music being provided by Mesdames Morris and Wallace, and Messrs P. ('rough. J. AY. Kelly. E. .Morris. Gardner. Stopforth and Stankey. during the dances songs being rendered by Alisses Lynn and Currie. .Mr J. Fleming, who presided, expressed the general regret felt at th‘ approaching departure of Air and Mrs Alorel and family, and asked acceptance on hehaiV of the residents of two divan chairs and a travelling nig. Messrs T. O’Neil and R. Moharry supported the remarks of the Chairman, Mr !.. 11. Morel and his son Basil suitably replying. The occasion was also taken to present to the Lower Kokatalii school the shield won at the Koitcrangi picnic. This was done by Mr M.rOullum. on behalf of the picnic committee, and Mr J. Afonk accepted the trophy on behalf of the school team. .Supper was served and dancing was kept up till after 2.J0 o’clock, tlie gathering being voted a very jolly and enjoyable one.

A donation ol Co os from the Westland Kilwinning Lodge is acknowledged l,v the Hokitika Fire Brigade.

Two hundred and fifty yards ol pure wool merino flannel, 29in. wide, all the wanted shades in stock. Usual price 3s (id, during our sale, 2s 9d.—Sell rod eland Co.—Advt.

The quickest and surest way to rout a cold is to take “ Nazol.” No cold is Nrwnl-proof. Heals mucous membranes and clears «:-• passages. Is fid Ini vs (10 doses. —Advt.