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Hokitika Guardian, 30 May 1928, Page 2

Mr J. Coburn lost a valuable horse last week through it coming into contact with electric wires which were lying on tlie ground near the New River dredge, the animal being electrocu'cd.

Mr Seddon M.P. lias been advised that a commencement is being made this week with the erection of the new concrete bridge crossing Horseshoe Bend on the Ross road. A direct crossing of the creek is being made, thus avoiding tho horseshoe bend at that poi nt.

The dwelling of Mr H. Smith at Matai was destroyed by fire at the week-end. The hou.se had not been long built and one room in particular consisted of very fine marked rimu. which had taken Mr Smith considerable time to collect. The house, which was completely destroyed, was insured with the Atlas Co. for £IOO.

The ‘'iiginc of a goods train was derailed at Cass yesterday, Ihe mishap being caused through collision with a number of cattle which had strayed on to the permanent way. All traffic on this portion of the line was held up for some considerable time until a breakdown gang succeeded in replacing the locomotive on the metals. Several of the herd of cattle concerned were badly injured and had to he destroyed; Tho - express from Christchurch was delayed as a result of the accident, and arrived in Greymouth 35 minutes late.

It is notified in this issue that the Hokitika Gas Coy will resume the winter gas cooking demonstrations at the Soldiers’ Hall next Tuesday afternoon, and holding them thereafter oil the first and third Tuesday in each month. The demonstrations will be conducted by Airs Heinz as heretofore, who will use the well-known British or New Zetland manufactured Regain Gas Cookers which are now so popular. The new cooker is no toPhor at all to the housewife who can “set” her oven to the required heat and no further attention is necessary till the meal is cooked. Tlie beat required cannot bo exceeded, and the ingredients can be cooked to a turn.

For evening wear we are now showing tlie latest in silks, georgettes, crepe de dienes, velvets, also gold and silver lace and 3(>-ineli lace nets. New dressing frocks now opening in talleta, georgette, crepe de dienes and art silks.—Sell voder and Co.—Advt.

Fifty-two years at sea in the employ of one firm in which liis soil and grandson are also serving, is the record ol Captain AY. Wildman, commander of the Anchor Shipping Company’s steamer Arahurn, in the Weilington-Ndson service. It was on May 20th. that Captain Wildman completed li is 52nd. year with the Anchor Company. He looks hale and hearty, and says lie feels well enough for years of sea-going service yet. Many years ago he was in command of the old Waverlov, which lias now ended' her sea-going career, and in that ship his son sailed with him as hoy. Tho son is Captain A. Wildman, master of the Anchor Company’s steamer Ngaio, so that father and soil maintain daily service between Wellington and Nelson. Captain A. Wildman’s son lias followed the family profession and lias been at sea for some time.

New shipments just opened from London to-day of ladies’ water-proof rubber coats with hats to match, fancy snake, and lizard designs : Coats 15s Gd, hats to match 6s 9d. Fancy designs with x>iped edges: Coats 22s 6d, hats to match 8s Gd. Coloured art silk coats 22s Gd. lints to match 8s 6d. Fancy pattern art silk coats 28s Gd, hats to match 10s 6d. See our window display.—McKay’s.—Advt.

Quick despatch to stubborn colds is certain with “ Nazol.” Take a few drops on lump sugar, or inhale. Powerful. penetrating, and acst like a charm. 60 doses Is 6d.—Advt. Woods’ Creat Peppermint Cure First aid for coughs, colds, influenza. The new Gabardine Raincoat, oilsilk lined, besides detachable fleecy linnig, is now showing at Paterson’s, also a fine range of winter overcoats. Inspect these before making your final choice.—Advt. “ Nazol ” is unequalled for relieving coughs, colds, catarrh, and sore throats. Handy, efficacious, and money-saving. 60 doses Is 6d.—Advt. Men’s overcoats, new styles just arrived, English and New Zealand make. Prices 59s 6d to £6 6s. Men’s new gabardine overcoats, waterproof ilk interlined, guaranteed weather proof, 95s at McKays,—Advt.

There is likely to be something of a. mining revival in the Murchison district where several applications have been filed for hearing at the next sitting of the Warden’s Court.

At St. Mary’s euchre tournament last evening there was a good crowd in attendance. The following are those who were successful:—First, Mr T. Muir; second, Miss E. Dale; third, Mrs A. Breeze; fourth, Mr C. Bleach. Supper was served before the gathering dispersed.

During the week-end, Mr A. Carr, visited the Murchison district to investigate mining propositions in that locality. While there he met Mr J. P. Spencer, of Malay, who is interested also in mining developments. Some local propositions were inspected during the short stay.

The Returned Soldiers euchre tournament will he continued in the .Soldiers’ Hall next Thursday, May 31st, at 8 o’clock when the following valuable prizes will be for competition:— First prize, two large reversible wool hearth rugs; second prize, one ladies chubby umbrella; third prize, one fancy colouied supper cloth; fourth prize, two fancy rex mats. All prize winners play off at end of season ior aggregate prizes. Supper. Admission 2s.—Advt.

Mr H. E. Holland, Leader of the Opposition, who is touring South Westland, addressed a public meeting at i.-atainui on Monday night. 'I ho weather was broken and the attendance was not large. Mr W. 11. Chinn, M.C.C., occupied the chair. Mr -las. O’Brien, ex-M.l’., who accompanied Mr Holland, spoke previous to the Leader of the Labour Party, and indicated lie would he a candidate for Westland at next election. Mr Holland spoke at length and outlined the .Labour policy. A vote of thanks was accorded on the motion of Mr P. Milov seconded by Mr P. Purcell.

Zonophone records lor June:—“ Beloved in Your Absence (Bessie Jones) ; “ Wave to Me” and “ Back 1 went to Parliament ” (by Clarkson Rose, comedian) ; “ Baby’s Sweetheart ” and

“Little Toddlekins” by string sextette; “Baity’s Sweetheart” and “Toddle Along,” hv Mail roe FJwin (baritone);

“Simple A veu” and “ L’Extase ” (by Klsie Southgate) violin; “ Clonk-er-ty-Clonk ” and “ If Your Face Wants to Laugh, Well Let It” by Maurice and Sydney (duet Lists); “It May he Influenza” and “Don Alfonso” (by Tommy Handley, comedian) ; “ Away Down Smith ” and “A Shady Tree” (hv Toni Waring, tenor); “The 11.131 Express ” and “ The Green Eyes of the Yellow God ” (by Arthur Cliesncy) humorous; “Bell Brandon” and “With All Her Faults I Love Her Still" (by Maurice Glinsky, tenor); “Stepping the Ivories” and “Where, Oh, Whore Do T Live?” (by Devonshire dance hand); “Navel Cadets” march and “St. Julian” march by Block Diamond’s band at Is each. Aan alls Spoils and Music Depot, Reveil Street. —Advt.

Just landed 200 cases Poarmains, Cox's Pippins, Delicious, choice desert apples. Also cooking varieties and 100 half-cases tomatoes. The growers instructions are to sell at the lowest market prices.— Paterson Michel and Co. Ltd. (Tlione No. 2). —Advt.

Sufferers from bronchitis or asthma will get speedy relief by taking “ Nnzol ” on tump sugar, or inhaling. Penetrating and soothing. Is (id buys GO doses. —Advt.

11 is Master’s Voice Records for ,jii MC; “The Waltzing Doll” and “At Dawning” (by Light Symphony Orchestra); “Carmen Ballet Music” (hv Koval Opera Orchestra. Oovent Garden)'; “The Planets” and “Dance of the Spirits of the Earth’ ’(bv Symphony Orchestra, A. Coates) ; Lohengrin IVelmle. Part 1 ami 2 (by Symphony Orchestra. Wagner); “La Hohcmc— Fantasia ” Part* 1 and 2 (Symphony Orchestra); “Off to Philadelphia ” and “ Chorus Gentleman ” (by Percy Hemming) ; “ Madame Butterfly ” (by Browning Mummery); “1 Waited for the Lord” and “0 Come Every One That Thirsted!) ” (by Master E. Lough, and Temple Church Choir); “La I raviata ” selections 1 and 2, Creators Band ; “ Miss Annabclle Lee ” and •• Hear Deni Bells ” (by Paul Whiteman’s Ryllini Boys); “Far Away in Hawaii ” and “My Blue Mountain Home" (by V. Dall.art); “My Blue Heaven” and “ Just, a Memory” (NewLight Symphony orchestra). —A. W . Yarrall, Solo Agent. Revcll Street.— Advt.