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Hokitika Guardian, 20 February 1928, Page 2

A notice in the estntc* of the Into Will in in McKay. draper, appears in this issue hy the Public Trustee in connection with claims against the estate. A motor cyclist, William Hannam, junr., met with an accident on Saturday night oil Preston Road, Greymouth, when his machine enure into collision with the municipal night soil cart, which was stationary at the time, but was difficult, to discern. The cyclist was severely bruised about the lower part of the body, and the machine was somewhat cfamnged. Tt is understood during a recent ! exploration for an alternative route for the pipe line from Lake Kanieri for the town water supply, a greatly improved route was traversed over easier country and also for a shorter distance. The matter will lie reported upon at this week’s meeting of the Rorough'Counci!, when it is expected some definite action regarding a scheme or schemes to improve the water supply flow: will b'e takeii.

The Westland Progress League meets to-night at 7.30 o’clock at the County Chambers. The winners of the Southern Cricket Cup Competition (Knnieri Club) play United Club (winners of Northern Competition for Wingham Cup) at Gre.vmouth next Sunday. On the fol--1 lowing Sunday a return match Xorth- ; ern v. Southern representatives will be played at Greymouth. 1 An unenviable experience befell a Southbridge farmer lately while reaping a crop in which, unknown to him. a swarm of bees had settled. Reseiiting interference, the bees attacked both the horses and their driver, who had a worrying time. The horses suffered severely, and a veterinary surgeon had to be called. The Kailway Department notify in this issue, alteration to the time-table in connection with the Greymouth District Diamond .J übilee celebrations to lie held at Greymouth from 25th February to 3rd March. Day excursion tickets and holiday excursion fares will be issued at reduced rates. Par- — - tieulars appear in this issue. Messrs Fairlmll and Campbell, the AVest Coast Floral Coy., of Mackay Street, Greymouth, announce in this issue that they are prepared to supply wreaths, crosses, wedding bouquets and fresh cut flowers in any quantity at the shortest notice. The firm are well established, and can be relied on to give every possible attention to orders. The A'ice-Kegal party is expected back from AA’aiho Gorge this afternoon, and after a short stay at the Ked Lion Hotel for afternoon tea, will proceed to Greymouth, where his Excellency attends a Masonic gathering this evening. To-morrow night there will be a reception by the Caledonian Society and the next day the party proceeds north. The death took place at the Old People’s Home, Greymouth, on Friday of Air John Evan, aged 77. lie was a uative of Ireand. and had. been on the AA’est Coast for the past -19 years, having followed various occupations, amt worked many years on the coal bins at Xgahere. Twelve months ago he suffered from a stroke. The late Mr Hyan leaves a brother. Edward. farmer ol Xgahere. and a sister, Airs Helen Gamble. Stillwater. .V quiet but prelty wedding was celebrated at St. Patrick’s Church Kumara, on Thursday morning at 8.30 o’clock, when Eileen, eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs D. Hanna, Main Street, was married to .Air AY. Stickle, youngest son of Mr Thomas Stickle, of Hokitika, 'file Rev. Father I.ordan was the officiating clergyman. After the ceremony Mr and Mrs Stickle left for Christchurch, where the honeymoon will be silent. The death occurred on Friday night at K-eefton, after a seizure, of Mrs Andrew■ Thompson, wife of the wellknown coal mine manager. Deceased was born at sea off the Cape of Good Hope. For years, she was an accomplished horsewoman in Canterbury. She bail been a resident for 17 years and leaves a husband, two sous, alio three daughters. She was aged tie years, and laid been a semi-invalid for the last 25 years. The death of .Alls .Mary Robinson, wife of John Robinson, formerly of tin Dispatch Foundry. Greymouth. took place at Sydney on Saturday. Deceased was a sister of Sergeant Smyth and .Mrs P. Calkin. Greymoulli. Her death was not unexpected, as she bad been siilfering for a considerable period. She was Iti years of age, and is survived by her husband, one son and one daughter. The dentil took place at Westland Hospital at ‘2.30 o’clock on Sunday morning after a brief illness, the result of blood poisoning, of Airs llansbiiry. wife of Mr AYiliiam Joseph Haitsbiiry. the well known settler ol Totara. Ro-s. The -da-eased was a native of Ross, a daughter of Air ami Mrs P. l-’oletti. of Ross, and 35 years of age. Very deep sympathy will he extended to the bereaved husband, parents and relatives in their very sad bereavement. The funeral is taking place at lloss cemetery this afternoon . •‘lf School Committees in the Canterbury Education Board's district act upon a circular sent to the Board by Colonel T. A. Hunter, Director of the Division of Dental Hygiene, there will bo no more ‘‘lolly scrambles” at school picnics. 'I be letter, which was read at Friday’s meeting of the Board, staled Unit the practice of distributing sweets to children at school picnics was an injurious one. and it was requested that the attention of school committees should lie drawn to the matter. Tt was decided to forward copies of the circular, as suggested. At the Municipal Swimming Baths on Saturday afternoon the first distance for the Newman Cup for school children was contested. There wore ten starters in the 2o yards handicap, and the race was contested in two heats and a final. First heat: Helen Ridland (21 r-5 secsA_ I. S. Diedriclis 2, Helen Stave-lev 3. Second heat: A. AA’atson (19 2-5 secs1. Eva Randall 2. Dolly MeAVhirter 3. ■Final: A. AYatson (18 2-3 secs) 1, S. Diedriclis 2, Eva Randall 3. The points recorded for the cup were: A. AA’atson 5, S. Diedriclis 3. Eva Randall 2. '1 lie three races, which were well eon tested, good time being put up, were witnessed by a number of .spectators. The second distance will bo contested on Wed nesday eveil ing. A’esterday a number of members ol tbe Grey Acclimatisation Society visited Lake Eunice! for the purpose ol inspecting the hatchery. They were met by members of the Hatchery Comm tee of the AA’estland Society. The matter of repairs and enlargements were gone into and estimates obtained. TinSocieties will consider tbe work involved independently and decide as to future action. Subsequently tbe party ( visited Dorothy waterfall. Boating ( on tbe lake was very pleasant jester- | day. in fact it is part and parcel of the pleasant outing which a visit to the lake affords. There was the usual large attendance aliout the lake, including a large touring bus from Christchurch with a full load ol passengers making a district tour Bushman’s Oily Canvas Butterfly Capes, from 8s lid. Roadman’s Oily Canvas Coats front 19s fid, men’s Oily Canvas Riding Coats rfom 19s lid.—• AV. H. Stopforth’s.—Advt. Salads are crisp and delicious when served with Sharland’s Table Vinegar. Full of strength and flavour. Brewed from pure cane sugar.—Advt. Just arriving from Nelson and Otago large consignments of tomatoes, apricots, nectarines and plums. Our instructions are to sell at lowest market prices. Paterson, Alicbel and Co., Ltd., (phone No. 2). —Advt. McKay’s Realisation Sale prices: AA’hite Honeycomb Quilts, full size, regular prices 19s 6d—Realisation prices 15s 6d.—Advt. An opportunity of securing drapery, men’s and boys’ clothing, ladies’ ap- j parel and underclothing, furnishings etc. etc. at extraordinary low prices presents itself at AlcKay and Son’s Great Realisation Sale now on.—Advt. AA’henevor a child has worms get Wade's AVorm Figs. A safe and pleasant remedy.—Advt,

I Men! Wo have a few pair of shoes left in si’/.es 5,6, and 7 at 19s lid. Only at AY. H. Stopforth’s.—Advt. The business premises of Addisons in Hamilton Street were broken into between Saturday night and this morning. Entrance was effected by breaking two windows at the back and then only a small person could have entered, the intruders going out by the frontdoor which was left on the latch. A quantity of women’s apparel was taken down opened out and thrown about, some having been apparently tried on, but the actual quantity of goods taken is not yet known. The police are making inquiries. An accident occurred yesterday morning on the trotting track at Victoria l’ark, in the course of a training workout. The boards used to keep horses from the inner part of the track had been placed at the turn out of the straight, and when a couple of pacers were rounding the turn at a lair speed, one, Meritor, ridden by Die sou of Mr J. Jarden, struck the board and fell. The young rider was thrown forcibly upon the track, and rendered unconscious, On being taken for medical attention, however, it was found that be bad suffered only from shock bis escape from more serious consequences being a lucky one. Canterbury is assured of a most bountiful harvest Ibis year, says the “Lyttelton Times.” In the early part of the summer continued rain caused apprehension, but the spell of fine weather since the New Year brought the crops away wonderfully well, and permitted their garnering in good condition. The returns of crops that have been threshed show that generally yields are a ell above the average, and. if the latter crops yield as well, then the harvest will prove one of the best that Canterbury has over had. As far as the failures are concerned the “fly in the ointment” is the fact that prices for some lines are falling. The most serious drop is that in the case of wheat. Wheat opened at 5s !)d a bushel on trucks and in odd cases 6s was paid for early delivery. Now the price lias gone back to 5s Cd. with the prospect of a further fall. The seriousness of the decline lies in the fact that it may discourage farmers from again going in lor wheat growing. though the bountiful yields this season should largely compensate for the lower prices. 'l’lie good yields should also help in the case of other lines, such as oats for which prices are low. With the bountiful harvest, combined with the good prices this season for wool and lat lambs the outlook for Canterbury is distinctly promising. The recent rains, too, have improved the feed prospects. In bulk or bottle, Sliarland’s Table vinegar leads for strength, purity, and flavour. Specify Sliarlnnd’s to your grocer.—Advt.

Before purrhasing your waterproof garments, look in and see our stock of Bushmen's Butterfly Capes, Bondman's Oilv Canvas Coats, Men’s Oily Canvas Biding Coats. Our cash prices defy competition.—W. Stopforth’s.—-Advt. Advt. Balance of voile frock lengths marked Is lid, 5s lid, to 7s lid. AH millinery reduced to less than quarter price 2s 6d, 3s lid, 5s lid. Latest styles in floral voile frocks from 10s 6d.— Schroder’s sale.—Advt. Ladies’ Model Hats at 3s lid, silk stockings at Is 3<l a pair, and Children’s Frocks from 2s lid, arc some of the bargains now offering at Paterson’s sale.—Advt.