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Hokitika Guardian, 20 September 1928, Page 2

A reminder is given of the meeting convened by the Acclimatisation Society for to-morrow evening at 7.30 o’clock to consult opossum trappers relative to special features affecting the industry.

The Westland Competitions Society will hold its reunion social at the Soldiers’ Hall to-night, proceedings commencing at 8 o’clock. The gathering will be in the nature of a pleasant social evening. Several items will be given and supper will he served. Trophies are to be presented, and there will be an impromptu dance to wind up the proceedings.

At a meeting of the Greynioutli Fire Brigade the action of some motorists in driving over the hose while in use at M’Lean’s fire was adversely commented upon. The superintendent stated that in future it would he necessary to use the power given under the Act and close any street or thoroughfare in which a. fire takes place, during the progress of such fire, to prevent motorists causing damage to the hose and fire appliances, and impeding the work of the brigade.

The Benedicts Ball in the Soldiers’ Hall last evening was a very bright and festive gathering. There was a large attendance, about 100 couples being present. The ball was specially decorated for the occasion in blue and gold paper hangings festooned witli coloured electric lights, and made a very attractive scene. The floor was in splendid order while an augmented Black Hand Orchestra supplied capital music that kept die floor well occupied throughout the evening. The trough family orchestra supplied several extras. The ladies committee excelled with the supper which was on generous lines. Altogether die gathering was bright and enjoyable and proved a distinct suc-

For spring wear we are opening new costumes, coats, jumpers, hosiery, scarves, and neckwear. Inspection invited. —Schroder and Co.—Advt. For Children’s Hacking Coughs.' Woods' Great Peppermint Core New spring frocks, cardigans, jumpers, etc. pow showing nt< JfcKoys.Advt,

See the new millinery at McKay’s.— Aclvt.

The gate takings for the third test match against the Warn tubs at Lancaster Park on Saturday were £1025.

Mr J. MeGuigan, of AraTmra, offers for sale a pedigree Jersey hiifl and also pedigree. bull calf.

Mr L. A. Ditely, of Arahura, offers for sale two yearling Jersey hulls and two hull calves.

Miss 11. Ryan, of Ross, wishes to notify that she is commencing her half, yearly bargain sale on Monday next, Sept. 24th.

The Excelsior Club arc inviting tenders for the purchase of timber and 40 silver-pine piles, which may he inspected on the site' of the Shed, North Revo] 1 Street.

Starting from to-morrow (Friday) and continuing for one month, Mrs T. Robinson, Revel! Street, will sell the balance of drapery removed from her Weld Street shop. Low prices ruling.

Messrs Newmans Motors Ltd., notify that cars will leave the garage on Friday evening at 7.15 o’clock for ICoiterangi concert and ball and at 7.45 o’clock for the Ross Fire Brigade ball. Book your seats.

Eiderdown Quilts in newest colourings, floral pattern cushions rucked with saxe and vicu rose, satin dainty work baskets and palm bowls at Addison’s (call to-day).—Advt.

The Treasurer of the local branch of the Plunket Society acknowledges with thanks donations from the following: Hokitika. Borough Council, Westland County Council, Union S.S. Co., Messrs W. E. Williams, S. Preston, H. L. Michel, A. Armstrong and Mrs D. Stuart.

The fortnightly visit of the Plunket Nurse, Miss Spring will take place to-morrow. Visits as usual will take place in the- morning, and in the afternoon the Nurse will he in attendance at St Andrews Hall. Messages requiring attention may be left with Mrs G Perry, Hall Street.

Before spring cleaning call at Addisons. We can show you the very latest in curtain nets, floral casements, .suitable for bedspreads, shadow tissue, cretonnes, carpets, reversible rugs (all sizes), carpet runners, slip mats and linoleum in all the newest designs. Inspection invited.—Advt.

It will pay you to replenish now. "We are offering real good value in towels. These are showing in bright new colours, guaranteed fast. Single and double bed sheets hemmed ready for use Also linen sheets “hemstitched.” Ask to see them. Addison’s (phone 99). —Advt.

The seven-a-sido hockey competition for the Crankshaw Shield was played yesterday afternoon at Victoria Park Greymoulh, in fine weather, but the conditions on the field were heavy and in places muddy, thus slowing up the play. Six teams took part in tho tourney, and five matches were played. Tho result was a win for Mawhera Cl nib’s A team, which lias an unbeaten record for matches played all over the West Coast.

A five-roomed dwelling, owned and occupied by Mr Geo. Barbara, and situated in Newcastle Street, Cobden, was destroyed by fire yesterday aiternoon. Tho Fire Brigade was smartly on the scene of the outbreak, but the building blazed fiercely from the outset and the strong wind prevailing at the time nullified the efforts of the brigade to save the house from total destruction. Mrs Barbara had left for town shortly before the alarm was given. Nobody was inside the house when tho outbreak was discovered and the whole of the contents were destroyed with the building. The house was insured for £4OO and the furniture for £250, in tho Phoenix Office. The origin of the fire is a mystery.

“I sec she has been divorced before,” said Mr Justice Reed in the Supreme Court at Auckland when examining the papers of a wife who was petitioning for divorces. “Has anyone reached the third stage here? The papers do not show.” Counsel for petitioner said his client had been divorced but once, adding, “She is only a second offender.” “I wonder if they will get into the American figures here in divorce,” remarked his Honour. A little later he commented on the fact that another wife seeking divorce had also been previously divorced, and the point was further emphasised when it appeared that a woman who claimed damages for breach of promise of marriage was divorced.

Mr Jack Clarke, the well-known Australian heavyweight wrestler, introduced “Jerry” the lighting kangaroo to a packed house at the Opera House last evenng. The act. which is a clean as well as a humorous one, brought forth gljeat applause from the audience. “Jerry” is particularly active and possesses a wallop delivered in workmanlike style with either leg. It was one of the wallops that drought “Joe Clans,” a local png, to his knees. “Jerry” likes to mix it, and there is a rough time for anyone who gets into ‘close quarters with him. Somewhat sceptical at first as to the animal’s ability, the audience were not left long in doubte, for Jerry, balancing himself on his powerful tail, gave the local boxer all he required in the way of retaliation and obviously enjoyed it. He feints, ducks and generally played ducks and drakes with his opponent’s guard. The turn is cleverly put over and is without doubt o.ne of' the best animal acts ever seen on a local stage. This act will be staged at the Princess Theatre on Friday night in conduction with the picture display.

About a dozen members of the Hokitika Miniature Rifle Club met at tliCounty Chambers last evening, Mr Kvans (President) presiding. Mr Johnston (Secretary) reported that owing to lack of interest the practices were poorly attended and it would not he possible to carry on. Messrs Drummond, Appleton, Paterson and Bergamini also spoke, realising that the club should he wound up. This was formally agreed to by resolution. With the funds in hand it was decided to discharge the small debts owing, and to hand the balance, about £2 iOs, to the Senior Cadets for trophies for riflo shooting. With regard to the plant in band it was resolved to dispose of same and donate the funds to the Returned Soldiers’ Association, Messrs Johnston and Paterson to carry out the liquidation. The services of the Secretary were recognised with a cordial vote of appreciation, and on Mr Drummond’s motion a vote of thanks was passed to the President and Mr .1. J. Mclntosh (Vice-President) lor their services and interest in the Club'swelfare. The meeting then concluded.

We are shewing the advance styles in spring millinery, also exclusive robe lengths in artificial silk dress goods, comprising spots, stripes, and bordered effects. Inspection invited. —Schroder and Co.—Advt.

Just landed 200 cases Pcarmains, Cox’s Pippins, Delicious, choice desert apples. Also cookers.. The growers instructions are to sell at the lowest market prices.—Paterson Michel anti Co. Ltd. (’Phone No. 2). —Advt. Men! Ask to see the very latest in semi-stiff collars, Vitnflex, Arawel. Hood, Singleton, Climax etc,—W, 11. Stopforth’s,—Advt,