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Hokitika Guardian, 21 December 1927, Page 2

A new hook lias just been Written about Colonel Lawrence, the Wonderful little archaeologist who Worked ilp the Aral; revolt against the Turks, and so largely helped to organise the final triumph of Allefibv’s forces in Palestine. Anyone who has read “ With Lawrence in Arabia.” or Lawrence’s own hook ‘‘Revolt in the Desert.” will he interested to learn a little more about this fascinating personage. As people ought to know, says a reviewer, Lawrence is singularly retiring and unambitious, ind lie refused all sorts of distinctions iml emoluments after tlie war. But when he found that the Allies did not mean to keep faith with the Arabs he

let himself go ” in extremely definite terms. The soldiers and the politicians —who for the most part hated Lawrence as a civilian or an outsider—resented fiercely the steps that Lawrence took during the war to consolidate tli Arabs by promising them and their leaders control of their own country in strict accordance with the declared policy of the Allies. But alter the war it was found that “socic-t agreements” prevented Britain from fulfilling her pledge, and Feisal and his followers were expelled from Damascus and Syria to make way for the French. Feisal was to some extent indemnified, as the new kingdom of Iraq—consisting mostly of Mesopotamia—was set up lor him to govern. But the Arabs and the Syrians held that they had been betrayed, and Lawrence agreed wit them. All- Graves, the author of the hook referred to which reference is made above, tells us that Lawrence sought a personal audience with King George, and formally surrendered his British and foreign decorations as a protest against this breach of faith. Tliis dramatic scene is quite in keeping with Lawrence’s picturesque and sensational career, but I think, conclude*the reviewer, that the story also says something for the King.

Sister Mence, Waiho, notifies sho will attend patients if required. The marriage takes place to-day at Sydney of Mr J. AY. Greenslade, Mayor of Greymouth, and Miss Robertson. The Railway Department notify excursion trains to Lake Mabinapua on Sunday (Christmas Day) and Sunday (New Year’s Day), with special excursion rates. Messrs \Y. Jeffries and Co. notify t,bo auction sale of freehold property at Koiteratigi on January 14th at noon in the Mart, on behalf of Mrs Linda Selby. The area. 51 acres, is splendid fattening iland.

The Railway Department advertises in this issue particulars of time-table alterations on 24th. December and train arrangements for Hokitika races on Monday and Tuesday, 26th, and 2/tli. December.

Messrs AA*. McKay and Son, who bad to close their promises for the last three day for stocktaking purposes, notify that the shop will re-open tomorrow (Thursday) morning, when a special ten cent reduction will be made on all Christmas presents. Give him something he can wear. He’ll appreciate it. Shirts, pyjamas, ties, socks, braces, handkerchiefs, spoits belts make acceptable Xmas gifts. AA T o have a full range of these goods and Addisons prices (as usual) are right.—Advt. There wore four deaths Irom infectious diseases in the Canterbury health district last week, three from tuberculosis and one from pneumonia. The cases notified were was follows: Canterbury: Scarlet fever 13, tuberculosis 11, pneumonia 2. pneumonic influenza 2; puerperal septicaemia, 2, septic abortion 1. AYcst Coast: Diphtheria 1, tuberculosis 2, pneumonia 1.

Now that Lake Kaniel'i is becoming so popular a spot for motoring parties, the need for more parking space for cars has become a pressing one. In and about Mans Hay and towards 1 iihua track, on the Dorothy Kails side of the lake, there is now additional parking space available, as well as facilii.es for walks through pretty bus’ tracks. Sunny Bight side, however, has been very cramped and for a small expenditure it bus been iound the road can be extended some chains ami more room afforded for cars. This work is now in band, and is being carried out by the Tourist Association. The extended road will be available over the holidays and will be a great convenience for motoring parties. bn this side of the lake also, there are facilities for enjoying pretty bush walk' and other delights of a picnic outing.

AA'e have just received a small range of ladies frocks in crepe do chenes and floral and bordered voiles; these garments arc very smartly cut, and in exclusive styles, and just in time for the holidays.—Schroder and Co.— Advt.

The members of the Ladies Sewing Guild, who for the past two or three years have regularly attended at Westland Hospital for the purpose of carrying out sewing and repairing work at the institution, entertained Matron Hamilton at Mrs Pilkington s residence last evening when the occasion was taken to make a small presentation. Mrs Thompson in asking acceptance of the small gift, cxpre>sed the appreciation of the members of the Guild, at the unfailing courtesy and kindness extended during their visits to the hospital, ami voiced their regret that Matron was leaving the district, extending best w’slies for the future. Matron Hamilton feelingly acknowledged the presentation ami kindly references. A pleasant evening was spent in song and music, a dainty supper being provided. Ihe occasion was also taken by members of the Guild to express their approi latiou of (be generosity of Messrs Newmans Motors Ltd., who have for many months provided a motor iar free ot charge to lake members of the Guild each week to the liospitail.

Just opened for present wear, all wool repp coats in navy, black and colours. These coats are correctly cut iu the latest style, smartly lined, and at very reasonable prices.—Schroder and Co.—Advt. Head our list of Xmas suggestions and make out vour list. See Addisons’ .—Advt. Addisons’ for holiday and sports Wear. Wo can show you the best at lowest prices—blazers, tennis and sports trousers in latest shades, shirts in fugi, luvisca, tobralco, and coloured prints with two collars. Call today and inspect.—Advt. Ladies appreciate reliable gloves and hosiery. We stock only the best makes, art silk hose, guaranteed, in all the wanted shades at 2s lid, 3s lid, os lid, fis (id to Ss lid, also the fashionable slipper heel. Silk gloves smartly embroidered in all the new shades. —Schroder and Co.—Advt.

l’addy Ross, the Sports Depot, Revell Street, lias opened up a variety of the latest music, including for paino, vocal, and violin solos, duets and trios in book form. A piano on the premises will enable n trial. A special supply of musical for teachers’ use.—Advt. Rig line new pillow-shams, table centres, runners, tablecloths in white and coloured linens, excellent lor 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 you? selection. —Advt. Lathing costumes for men, ladies, bo vs and girls, newest patterns in cotton and woollen material; also new rubber bathing caps and shoes. McKay’s, Hokitika. —Advt.