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Hokitika Guardian, 28 January 1928, Page 2

McKa.v’s It:-alisation Sale prices: White Honeycomb Quilts, lull size, regular prices 19s (Id—Realisation prices 15s 6d. Advt.

Messrs W. Jeffries and Go. notify au-lion sales of stock at Bold Head Snle.vnrds, on Wednesday Feb. Ist. mid at llarihari on Wednesday, Keli. 811 1 . Particulars appear in this issue.

The evening train from Hokitika yesterday met with a mishap near Parna. two wheels of the locomotive leaving the rails as a result of a collision with a cow. The train sustained no damage, and was delayed only about twenty minutes.

Buy floor coverings at sale prices:—Six foot linoleums, all the newest designs at 6s 6d. 7s 6d. 7s lid and Ss lid per running yard; coloured coir malting at Is lid and Ms 3d per yard.— Setiroller’s sale.—Advt.

Messrs W. Jeffries and Co. notify an auction sale cl" furniture on the premises. Brittan St. on lie-half of Air P. J. L. Palmer, of the whole of bis furniture and effects, on Thursday, Feb. 2nd. at 2 p.m.

The growth of motor traffic i.n this district can be well glingcil from the local registrations which show there is one motor vehicle to every 15 people in the town of Hokitika, while in the Westland County the proportion is one to every 26 people. Gradually the district is getting on wheels, and t! ■ volume of traffic resulting can be well understood *in relation to the repair bill for the upkeep of the reads.

McKay’s Realisation Sale prices: Printed Bed Spread, doiildo-bed size, regular price 16s -Id—Realisation price 10s iid.—Advt.

A car driven by Mr A. Eadie, of Bell Hill, collided at the corner of Tainui and Murray Streets, Groymoutli, last evening, with a car driven by .Mr F. Harley (Groymoutli), the latter vehicle receiving minor damages. It appears that Mr Eadie’s car was following that of Mr Harley, and when the latter turned at the Murray Street corner, the former vehicle struck the other car at the rear. The spare wheel and mudguards sustained the force of the impact, only slight damage being done to the body of the car. Mr Eadie’s car was apparently none the worse for the accident.

The announcement is made that the Hon John Barr. Christchurch, whose term as a Legislative Councillor expired on Jan. 22. was reappointed next day for a term of seven years. Other Councillors whose term expires this year are: Colonel Collins ('Wellington), July 14; the Hon John MacGregor (o|tago), July 14; the Hon William H. M’lntyre (Nelson), September 2; Sir Thomas Mackenzie, March 12: the Hon Bichard Moore (Canterbury). July 14 ; the Hon W. W. Snodgrass (Nelson). September 2.

Messrs J. Steel and A. Parker, of the engineering staffs of the I’aparoa and Blackball coal mines respectively, who spent the week-end on an exploring expedition in the Paparoa ranges, report ithat keas are very plentiful in the Paparoas. They also returned with some fine specimens of quartz from the lode of the old Croesus mine, which was abandoned some twenty years ago. Messrs Steel and Parker spent a good ideal of time in prospecting the country in the vicinity of the Croesus mine, the results of their investigations being considered very satisfactory.

McKay's Realisation Sale prices: Bert quality Pillow Cases, regular prices 3s lid. Realisation prices 2s lid. Cheaper Pillow Cases. Realisation prices. Is, Is 4d and Is 8d each. Advt.

The best polish for floors, linoleums, and furniture is “ Tan-01.” Easy to apply, and gives a longer shine. Does not smear. All grocers.—Advt. Salads are crisp and delicious when served with Sharland’s Table \ inegar. Full of strength and flavour. frem pv,w cane sugar .erAdyti

You will bo pleased at the hats for less than cost now showing at Addison’s. Call to-day.—Advt.

McKay’s Realisation Sale prices: Sheetings, 400vds host quality high grade at prices that cannot he repeated..—Realisation prices: Alin. Is lid, 72in. 2s Cd. 80in. 2s lid.— Advt.

Balance ot voile fro.lengths marked 4s lid, os lid. to 7s lid. All millinery reduced to less than quarter price 2s (id, 3s lid, os lid. Latest styles in floral voile frocks from 10s (id.— Schroder’s sale Advt.

The Greymouth watersiders annual picnic train arrived from Greymouth this morning about 10.30. There was a large crowd on hoard the train. Cass Square was made the location, where a regular gala carnival is taking place this afternoon, a fine sports programme having been arranged.

Flower enthusiasts are promised a treat this day week at the Soldiers’ Hall, when St. Mary’s. Summer Flower Show takes place. Entries are now coming to hand and by Monday, the closing day, the desired number should lie at hand. The various stalls connected with the Show wil present a very attractive display of goods. R. S. Khilliter, seedsman, of Christchurch, is sending over a selection of gladiolus and other blooms for exhibition only.

Peerless Pictures are screening at Kokatahi on Tuesday and AVoodstock on Wednesday next a wonderful programme, featuring Hilly Sullivan, in

“ Punch O’Day ” —a powerful story of the oilfields. Supports include Australasian Gazette. Ladies’ Journal. Cartoon and two comedies. Usual prices charged.—Advt.

The Hokitika Amateur Swimming Club are holding a special carnival at the Municipal Baths on Wednesday evening next, when there will be two lady swimmers from Auckland present. .Masses ]>. McGee and K. Champion, who are at the top ot the list tor Indy swimmers in Kew Zeaaml and have been at the top of their form at Ihe recent Dunedin meeting. Their visit is creating a special interest in the gathering. Nominations for the various events on tne programme ('see sheet on view) close ott Monday evening villi either Messrs A. 11. l.awn or M. Houston, Jiinr.

McKay’s Realisation Sale prices: 4 only, art silk “Priscilla Bates” Bed Spread, Jacquard woven, fast colours, artistic designs regular prices ids. 99, —Realisation prices lit- lid. 59s lid. —Advt.

Great Realisation Sale of A\ . McKay and Son. -CIOBOO stock of (lrappery. clothing, etc. is now proceeding. In order to realise immediately extraordinary reductions are being made in tile prices.—Advt.

An opportunity of securing drapery, men’s and boys’ eloiliing. ladies' apparel and underclothing, furnishings eii. etc. ai extraordinary low prices presents itself at McKay and Son’s Great Realisation Sale now on.—Advt.

Instructed h.v the Public- Trustee, as executor in the estate of William McT-., v . deceased, to rca'ise immediately on stocks, Messrs W. .McKay and Son offer £IO,OOO worth of drapery, clothing furnishings etc. at extraordinary low prices. A great Realisation Sale, now proceeding. Stocks must he sold.--Advt.

Ladies’ Model Hats at 3s lid, silk stockings at Is 3d a pair, and Children’s Frocks from 2s lid. are some of the bargains now offering at Paterson’s sale.—Advt.

• lust arriving from Nelson and Otago large consignments of tomatoes, apricots, nectarines and plums. Our instructions are to sell at lowest market prices. Paterson. Michel and Co.. Ltd., (phone No. 2). —Advt. Particular cooks specify Sharland’s 'fable Vinegar. Rich, piquant, and free from mineral acids. In bottle or bulk. Accept no other.—Advt.