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Hokitika Guardian, 7 September 1927, Page 2

A notice of thanks appears in this issue. The old proverb says: “Forewarned is forearmed’’—so take heed and got ready for the Military Sail. A reminder is given of the dance in tbo Three Mile Hall to-night in aid of the hall funds. Good music and an enjoyable time is assured. St. Mary’s Euchre wa.s continued ■last evening and the following proved to he the winners: Ist. Mrs Ma.cDouall; 2nd. Mr ,T. Shannon; 3rd. Mr E. Hmssmann; 4th. Mrs Findlay. After the play off supper was served before tlie gathering dispersed.

The death took place on Sunday at the O’Connor Home, Westport., of Patrick Melncrney, an old resident of the district, who worked for . many years for the Westport Coal Company at Granity, and also worked at Reef ton. He was a native of County Clare. Trehid, 74 years of age, and lind been about 50 years in New Zealand.

Mr George Learniont died at Pennistou on Friday evening, at the age of 80 years. Deceased was a pioneer of the Coast, and had resided lor 13 years at Denniston, where, until a few years ago, he worked as a miner. His death took place at the residence of his son-in-law, Mr Duncan Cochrane.

Infectious and other notifiable diseases reported in the Canterbury and West Coast Health Districts during the week ended noon on Monday, totalled 33, as follows:—Canterbury: Scarlet fever 8, diphtheria, 1; tuberculosis, 10; pneumonia, 3; pneumonic influenza., 2; Jethnric encephalitis, 4. West Coast: Scarlet fever. 4; tuberculosis, 1. One death from tuberculosis was reported in the Canterbury district.

Tiie District Racing Committee niol at Greymouth yesterday when the application of H. MeMullan to ride horses ill training was recommended to the Racing Conference. A. Dale's application for a trainer’s license was held over ' till employment offered. The Racing Conference notified new regulations respecting the licensing of trainers. It was decided to write Mr Hatch in respect to the starting for the coining season. It was agreed also to recommend Clubs to include hurdle races and to consider the matter ,of novice or local events. The officials’ admission card was authorised, though some eases of abuse of the privilege were mentioned and Cl,ubs will he required to notify their officials the passes are not transferable under any circumstances. The usual levy for District Committee expenditure was struck. Mr T. E. Coates presided over the meeting and took occasion to welcome Mr E. Kilgour. a new member to the District Cc-mmittee.

Just arriving: A choice consignment of winter Sturmer apples. Paterson. Michel and Co.. Ltd.. Wharf Street. Hokitika.—Advt. New goods now opening in all departments : Bordered vciles. taffetas, zephyrs, the latest patterns in exclusive dress lengths, printed voiles in large variety from 7s 6d, the dress length,—Schroder and Co,—Advt,

A warning is given that dogs trespassing at Hau Hail on H. J. Dunn's property will bo shot. Last week" 11,263 tons of goods were hauled through the Otira Tunnel, as compared until 10,783 tons for the corresponding week last year. A church parade will be held on Sunday morning rie;et of Territorials and Cadets. The Girl Guides and .Municipal Band nil! also parade. Addisons for value in natural' bleached and coloured fuji; bordered floral voiles also showing. See windows.— Advt. A notification hv the New Zealand Dairy Produce Control Board to owners and exporters of all butter and cheese to ho exported from New Zealand, appears in this issue.

A meeting of the Westland Progress League will be held at the County Chambers to-night at 7.30 o'clock. Matters affecting tourist traffic to the district will be brought up. The Returned Soldiers’ Euchre Tournament will be continued in the Soldiers’ Hall next Friday, Sept. 9th. at 8 o’rock sharp when the following useful prizes will be for competition : Ist. double bod honey-comb quilt, pair double bed white sheets; 2nd. set C enamel pots; 3rd. E.P. mounted biscuit barrel; 4th. supper doth. Supper provided. Admission 2s.—Advt. Ladies’ new umbrellas, a big range in qualities, just opened up. Latest styles in handles. Prices 5s lid to 255. —McKay’s, Hokitika.—Advt. V/cuds' Greet Pcpperm'nt Cure For Coughs and Colds, never fails. Ask for “Nazol” when you’ve got a cold. Quick relief ensured. Only Is (id for GO doses. All chemists and stores. —Advt.