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Hokitika Guardian, 20 December 1927, Page 2

The usual Fire Brigade practice takes place this evening at 8 o'clock. At tlio Kmvlmi .Junior High Bchoi.il : i sum of CM!) has been hanked hv the children during the present year under the scheme that was inaugurated for the primary schools by the Auckland Savings Bank. .Just opened for present wear, all itonl repp coats in navy, black and colours. These coats are correctly cut in the latest style, smartly lined, and at very reasonable prices.—Schroder anil Co. -.\<lvt. To-night tit the Princess Theatre St. Paul's Dramatic Club repeat the very fine entertainment given so successfully •i few weeks ago, when there was a very crowded and enthusiastic audience. The performance is being given in aid of Hospital Day. There will he new scenery, and as the Company have 'eon giving performances in the outside centres, the various performers should give a finished presentation. The usual popular prices are being charged. St. Paul’s orchestra will supply the incidental music.

An epic that will live forever is .John Barrymore, England’s greatest actor, in “ The Sea Beast,” that exceptional special picture coming to Woodstock on Wednesday and Kokntnhi on Friday next. " The Sea Beast ” is the best yet and has had a big run wherever it has been screened. Don’t miss this mighty special. The supporting programme includes a good two real comedy. Note.—The management wishes to notify that special prices will not lie charged for this great production.— Advt.

The acceptances received by the Westland Racing Club for the race meeting opening on the Hokitika racecourse on Boxing Day speak for themselves. The entries constitute a record for the (Tub. and as there is a strong string of horses from all parts of Canterbury. as also from the North Island, there should be no douht about the quality competing at the meeting. The racecourse and appointments are in excellent order and the (Tub appears to have in prospect all the elements necessary for a highly successful meeting. Both Monday and Tuesday of next week will be close public holidays, and that fact will assure a large attendance on both days. The local meeting should open the AVest Coast racing circuit very auspiciously.

Give him something lie can wear. He’ll appreciate it. Shirts, pyjamas, ties, socks, braces, handkerchiefs, spoits belts make acceptable Xmas gifts. AVo have a full range of these goods and Addisons prices (as usual) are right.—Advt. Big line new pillowshams, table centres, runners, tablecloths in white and coloured linens, excellent for Xmas presents. McKay’s, Hokitika. —Advt.

If you’re still undecided “ what-to-give ” come to Paterson’s, where an unparalleled variety of useful, sensible gifts for young and old is displayed for yonr selection.—Advt. Bathing costumes for men. ladies, boys and girls, newest patterns in cotton and woollen material ; also new rubber bathing caps and shoes. McKay's, Hokitika.—Advt. Liquid “Tan-01” produces the highest gloss on floors and furniture, and the longest brilliant shine. Isn’t sticky. Also in paste form. Grocers everywhere.—Advt. Six only super quality eider-down quilts, artistic design in satin covering. Prices £7 7s and £8 Bs. An acceptable Xmas gift at McKay's, Hokitika.— Advt.

Notice eoncrning the registration of dogs within the liorough of Hokitika for 1028 appears in tliis issue. In the mart, Sewell St., at 10.30 o’clock to-morrow morning, Alessr.s AY. Jeffries and Co. will sell a quantity of Xmas poultry, vegetables and fruit. AYo have just received a small range of ladies frocks in crepe de chenes and floral and bordered voiles; these garments are very smartly cut, and in exclusive styles, and just in time for the holidays.—Seliroder and Co.— Advt. A miner named Reginald Daniels, was admitted to the Greymouth Hospital yesterday afternoon, suffering front internal injuries received while working at the No. 2 mine, Liverpool Collieries Kewanui. The injured man was caught amongst a rake of coal tubs and severely crushed in the pelvic region. Prior to being conveyed to the hospital, he was attended by Dr G. TV. Meade. His injuries are not considered to he of a serious nature, and late last night, he was reported to he progressing satisfactorily.

Although not on the passenger list, there were some interesting arrivals by the Tamaroa, which has arrived at Wellington from London. Those were numerous little insects of various species, whose future home is to he the Cawthron Institute at Nelson, where their habits and possible proponsities towards destroying some of the Dominion’s pests will he watched with interest. Owing to the wet summer in England, it has been a very had year for collecting insects, and this present shipment is looked upon by entomologists as a poor one.

Tile annual meeting of the Hokitika Law Society was held in the Law Library, on the 10th. inst. There wore present: Mr J. Park (President). Messrs F.leock, Murdoch. 11. Park, Pilkington and Sellers. Mr Park was unanimously re-elected President for the ensuing year. Various matters of interest to the profession were debated, and the matter of providing further now hooks for the library arranged. It was decided that the offices close for the Xmas vacation at 1 p.m. on the 21tli. inst. and rc-open on Alondav, oth. January.

Members of the legal profession of Hokitika met in the Law Library yesterday for the purpose of bidding farewell to Mr L. W. Louisson, Clerk of Court, who has been transferred to Greymouth. Mr ,T. Park (President of the Society), expressed members’ keen appreciation of Air Louisson’s courtesy and efficiency during the time he had been in Hokitika, and expressed the regret felt at losing him. On behalf of the profession, he extended to Mr Louisson best wishes for his future success and for the health and happiness of himself and Mrs Louisson. As a

small token of their appreciation, ho presented Mr Louisson with a smoker’s outfit. After other members had sjxiken, Mr Louisson. in a few well chosen words, thanked the profession for their kind remarks and gift. Opportunity was taken to welcome Air Carver, who succeeds Air Louisson here.

Read our list of Xmas suggestion: ami make out your list. See Addi suns’.—Advt.

Addisons’ for holiday and sports wear. AVc can show you the best at lowest prices—blazers, tennis and sports trousers in latest shades, shirts in I'ugi, luvisca, tohralco, and coloured prints with two collars. Call today and inspect.—Advt.

Ladies appreciate reliable gloves and hosiery. AVe stock only the best makes, art silk hose, guaranteed, in all the wanted shades at 2s lid. 3s lid. .'is lid, (Is (id to Ss lid. also the fashionable slipper heel. .Silk gloves smartly embroidered in all the new shades. —Schroder and Co.—Advt.

Paddy Ross, the Sports Depot, Revell Street, has opened up a variety of the latest music, including for paino. vocal, and violin solos, duets and trios in hook form. A piano on the premises will enable a trial. A special supply of musical for teachers’ use.—Advt.

Carpet runners 4s Gd, os Gd. Gs lld a yard; Axminster runners Pis Od, lGs Gd, 17s Gd a yard; hearth rugs 13s Gd. 18s Gd, 255; sofa rugs 19s lid, 27s Gd, 425; Axminster carpet squares 9ft by 10ft Gin, £8 19s Gd to £ls 15s Cd. McKay's, Hokitika-—Advt.