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Hokitika Guardian, 5 November 1927, Page 2

The Quarterly Communion Service will lie held at SC Andrew 's Church on Sunday morning.

The order of Masses and Devotion' in St. Mary’s Parish to-morrow (Sun day) will be as follows:-—Kokatahi 10 ami., Kanieri 8 a.m.. Hokilik; 8 a.m.. 10 a.m.. 7p.m. Parishioner: are reminded that Summer Time coni indices to-morrow' and Summer Tinn hours will ho observed.

Quite possibly there will he a little confusion brought about by daylight saving, hut this can he largely avoided by making sure of rising at the right hour right from the start. Our advice is: Set the alarm clock. If you haven't got one to set get one from Tenuent’s. Advt.

On Monday the petition in respect to the extension of the telephone hours at the Hokitika Exchange will ho taken round for .signature by Mr W. Gaylor. It is expected there will he a very general response to the movement, as it is now being realised the extending hours will he most convenient for 'all sections <>l the community.

The many friends of Mr and Mrs \\ . A. Thompson, of Wold Street, will join in extending congratulations and hearty good wishes to them, the couple to-day celebrating the tilth anniversary of their marriage. The occasion being taken by many friends to convey their good wishes to these estimable citizens. They were married in Wiltshire, England, on November sth, 1803, and for 01 years have been residents of Hokitika. Both are in fairly good health to-day.

St. I‘iul’s Dramatic Club held a social reunion at the Soldiers’ Hall last evening when there was a considerable gathering of the members and their friends and the Church officers. Games and pastimes ol virions kinds were participated in, including competitions, and an amusing mock court. There w,ns also much music, including vocal items, as well as recitations. Refreshments ueio served and altogether the gathering was a very pleasant one. A meeting of the Club will be held next’ Friday to consider the matter of a country tour, several invitations having been received.

The Westland Power Ltd. is making very good progress with the. preliminary work regarding the establishment of hydro-electric works for the North Westland district. Contracts have been let for the supply of local poles for the district reticulation. A quantity of hardwood poles are on order also. I lie local staff is being organised, and the foreman for the outside work is here to take charge of the construction of the lino. The business offering 'is in advance of first expectations, and tbo plant for the initiation of the power scheme will now be acquired locally, so that the first power will be available in the new year. Additional plant is on order from England. The prospects of gold mining developments, following the introduction of hydro-electricity in North Westland arc very promising.

If you do you rown upholstering you will be pleased with our new tapestries in the new colourings, 50in. wide, at 5s Od per yard. Coloured Curtain Nets also Ivory in great variety.-—Addison’s. —Advt. '

For a dry, glossy surface to floors and furniture polish with liquid “Tan--01.” AYon’t smear, and does not collect dust. Economical and easily applied. Marcella Satin Bed Quilts, single ami-double-bed sizes, prices 19s lid to 55s for super quality and size at McKay’s. —Advt.

Sore throat, huskiness, instantly dis pelled by “ Nazol.” Goes to the roct of the trouble. Acts like a charm. Is fid buys 60 doses, ready for use.— Advt. Call to-day at Addison’s and inspect new hall squares, carpet squares, runners, lino squares and hearth rugs. These are showing in all the newest designs and colourings.—Advt. Good health in children is impossib’ with worms. Wade’s Worm Figs promptly expei’ the parasites. Wonderful worm worriers,—Advt,

Have you seen Paterson’s selection of dainty aprons and house-frocks. A not a pleasure in store awaits you.— Advt.

Mr AV. Kinloch, who leaves for AA’ellington to-morrow on transfer, will ho farewelled by the members of the Excelsior Football Club this (Saturday) evening at eight o’clock in the Soldiers’ Hull at a smoke concert. All members of the Club and friends are invited to be present.—Advt.

Ouv Fawke’s Day is children's delight. So also are the Rendezvous Ice Creams. Special to-day for the children are Cherry, Pineapple or Vanilla Ice Creams, Id, 2d and 3d. Those who have not tried a Charleston Special can do so to-day. Its popularity speaks for itself.—Advt.

Friday’s Westport “News” states:— Two-thirds of the signatures of the business people of Westport have been secured in favour of having a continuous telephone service. A canvass is being made of those with private connections and as soon as the two-thirds of the signatures are obtained, the continuous service can he put into force. This is a progressive movement which will give added status to AYestport.

Nuptial Mass was celebrated at Ist. Patrick’s Church, Kumara, by the Rev. Father Lordan on Tuesday morning ol Delia, fourth daughter of .Air and -Mrs .Al. Fahey, of Kumara, to Joseph, third son of Mrs McEiianey, of Rlaketown. The popularity of the young couple was testified by the large number present to witness the ceremony. The party adjourned to the residence of tin bride’s parents, where the usual toasts were honoured. ’I hey were the recipients of hearty congratulations and good wishes from a host of Irieiuls; and left afterwards for Christchurch, where the honeymoon will he spent.

Retween fifty and sixty workers at the No. 1 (Top) State Mine at Kewanui were prevented Iroin working yesterday owing to a considerable fall ol stone and debris occurring in one o' the tunnels on the main rope road Vho fall extended along the roof h a distance ol about a chain, and i was fortunate that it occurred overnight. Tho rope road was blocked b it, and the shift men will he kept busy night and day clearing it for a resumption of work next week, it being doubtful whether a compelte clearance can ho effected by Monday. Some o' the miners express the opinion that the tunnels at this mine require more continuous attention, and possibly that e more shiftmen than are at present engaged. The top mine is now nearing its term, whilst the middle brake mine is the one receiving most attention, r it is still in the development stage.

Tf you do voir; own upholstering you will ho pleased with our new tapestries in the new colourings, 50in. wide, at 5s od per yard. Coloured Curtain Nets also Ivory ill great variety.—Addison’s. —A dvt.

.lust opened direct from the bes manufacturers a large assortment o hearth rugs in AYilton, Axminster Tapestry ami reversible, also new do signs in sofa squares and carpet run ners. Best value obtainable rugs Iron 8s Od, 12s (id to 12 Gil.— Schroder an. Co.—Ail vt.

Men | Don’t miss the bus—Get measured for votir holiday suit right now. The ’Ninas rush is now on. The tailors soon will he saving: AVc cannot take any more orders for delivery belore ’Ninas. —(let measured at McKay’s, immediately. You can take delivery at any time it suits you. McKay’s, AA old Street, Hokitika.— Advt.