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Hokitika Guardian, 1 December 1928, Page 4

Tn.rc nil tirmnl mid infernal.ioiml interest evinced in the stale of tlie Kind’s health is n magnificent tribute to his norid-wide 1 1< i]> ll l;iritv mid to tiie prosI igo he enjoys not only ;is King of (Irent Britain mid the Umpire, hill, also :: s iin oulsla mling world figure. Kin”; George tins a distinctive personality which began to assert itself when as Duke of York nearly three decades ago he loured the Umpire mid included this country in his travels. .Since nsxullli 11 ” the kingship. the same personal rhnrarteristics have hecn prominent, and just as he won the confidence of the people overseas, so at home, and in foreign lands, he has a place and a standing in the esteem and goodwill of the masses, second to none. Mis great popularity is a magnificent tribute to ilis Majesty,, and in that degree of prestige with the people, his Royal Consort shares in no small way. King George and Queen Mary have a Splendid record both as rulers and as parents. The family life lias been beyond reproach, and cveiw member of the family stands high in the respect of the nation and all who have had the opportunity of meeting their Highnesses. The concern of the nation in the health of the King can he well understood in all the circumstances, and it is not surprising that on all sides there is a serious concern in the daily reports as the sickness ebbs and (lows. The personal interest of the London population who know His Majesty best, is a touching example of tho popularity <tf the King. No less striking are the expressions from foreign nations. The tribute iroin the Jewish race is in itsolf a testimony to the wisdom of the British race in its concern for the well-being of all nations however placed. From every part of the Empire close interest is being manifested, indicating that at heart the loyalty of the nation is sound to the core. Tt would appear that the illness of His Majesty is a very severe one. and that lie is not going to recuperate very rapidly. In the northern hemisphere winter is beginning to set in, and it will not lie .surprising to

him when it is safe to move the patient, he will he transferred to a. wmim.T L. r.qiean climate. Mis speedy recovery will he hoped lor—that is the prayer resounding round the globe today—a notable tribute indeed to Britain’s beloved King.

Nominations for all events at the Hokitika races close on Friday next.

The rights in connection with the Westland Macing Club’s Christmas race meeting oil the Hokitika racecourse will lie sold by public auction next Saturday afternoon.

The death look place at the Greymouth Hospital on lliiirsilav ol Mrs Sarah Ann Beyer, widow of Mr 1 etm Hover. The deceased leaves a lainily of ten —Mesdames Phelan (Moss), Charman (Wellington). Morris (Trcnthami, Piekcn (Cobden), IMa< k H’eionei, Stanton (Lower Mutt),‘and Messrs 'lorn iiaigli (I nangaliUii Landing.), All Hovel (KoUiknliii). and Peter and George (Waiuta); also 1!) grandchildren and ll great grandchildren.

The box plan for the amateur benefit for the Eire Brigade’s entertainment fund in connection with the visit of the New Zealand tiremcn to Hokitika, opens on Monday morning. Intending patrons should book early to avoid disappointment. The season is for tuo nights, and the class of entertainment to he produced hv Miss Anne Duff is bright and entertaining at every turn, and the audience may look forward to a very merry time. The benefit takes place at the Princess 'Theatre on 12th. and 13th. December.

With favourable weather, the deepsea fishing at the Bay of Islands lias : ommeiiml again, and there is every prospect el a good season, states the “Northern Advocate.” The honour of

catching the first big game fish of Hie season goes to M.r H. P. Hobson, ol Auckland, who, fishing from S. Adamson’s launch Reliance, off Gape Brett. landed a mako weighing 20f>lb after a ureal fight lasting 45 minutes. This is Mr Hobson’s first experience' of big game fishing, and lie is much impressed with the sport. Besides seeing throe other makes, he hooked one which got away. Mr Hobson also caught- two’ kiiigfish, weighing 121 and ■'3o! b "'respectively.

Tn connection with the search for the missing lad at Koiternngi on Wednesday night and all Thursday, Air and Mrs Jamieson insert a notice <if thanks in this issue. In connection therewith we gather that the lad was missed about o p.m. on Wednesday and a search was continued that night till after midnight by the light of the moon. Next morning some 32 others were engaged in the search and it ttas only at nightfall that traces were found of the lad. who managed to reach the homestead late at night, after complete arrangements had been made for a 1C ~ newal of the search at daybreak on Friday, in which many additional residents of Kokatahi had offered their services, which luckily were not required. —-V,

Mr T. A. Johnston, District Engineer of (he Public Work? Department, wont south vesterday. h. the evening nc ~„.( the ! ntei-Wangmiui River Hoard „„d discussed with the members an objection made by Mr Minelian to the. proposed protection work at Li tie Wanganui. J.t is understood M.r Johnston is reporting jto the Minister of Public Works. Mr Johnston went on smith to-day. His visit is mainly in connection with the erection of tbo new bridges and the widening ol the MailmWebeka mad for which there is an appropriation of £7OO from last session s estimates. At Weheka Mr Johnston will also meet the survey party which went south this week to start work in .•minedion with the Great South Road, for which an appropriation was made during the recent session ol 1 arliaMr Johnston will return on Monday night.

Yesterday Messrs Penn (District Tiaffie Manager), and McNair (District Railway Engineer) were in town, and ;it short notice met the Mayor, Town Clerk, and some members of the Hokitika Rorough Council, as also represents jves of the Westland Progress | ca-me. The matter of the dangerous crossing at Park Street was discussed and it was agreed to substitute ten crossing for the Hampden Street crossing in order of urgency. Park Street will now rank sixth in order ol urgency in the district. Mr McNair intimated that he had given instructions that afternoon to continue and complete the redecking of the Hokitika river combined railway bridge. Mr Penn discussed tbo matter of shortening the running time for the Christchurch express train arriving three night s a week by speeding np between Gruymouth and Hokitika and said lie would go into the matter with a view of mnkin<«- some concession. Some minor matters were discussed, the matters to he referred to the foreman for attention.

The following tenders were received in connection with the contract lor rebuilding the Rig Grey bridge:—!. Drake. £1422 13s (rejected, being m excess of 30 per cent below the engineer’s estimate for the work); J. I' ol * rest, £20(50 0s (recommended for acceptance) ; O. O’Neill, £2OSS 10s 8d ; 1. Murray, £2107 19s Id: E. O’Haherty, £2342 2s lOd; G. B. M’lnroe, .£2604 3s. For the Hnupiri Junction to Haupiri Road, only one tender was received, W. Burns, £4OB. It was recommended for acceptance. The Grey County Council had made special efforts to push on the Haupiri .Junction to Haupiri Road in order to absorb as many unemployed ns possible there. Tt was therefore surprising that there was practically no competition (for the work contemplated there.

The streets in Blackball were.JLit by electricity for the first time on 'lTmEsday evening, when twenty-three street lights were operated.

The Registrar of Pensions will ho visiting Hokitika on Tuesday, the 4th instant, and will he available for interviews at tlit Courthouse in the forenoon, Irom 10.30.

The District Public Trustee inserts a. notice in this issue in reference to ' the estates of Alary Anderson, of Woodstock, and William John Hawkins, of Bruce Hav, deceased.

The latest and iho very best in fact “Matchless” shoes provide the most elegant designs from Paris.' A great display of the latest designs is now being made at Messrs Oliver and Duff’s. These shoes are easily the very best value offering.

The ;following will 'represent the Minin Cricket Club in their match against Hokitika on tho Aleutal Hospital grounds on Sunday at 1.1 a.m. sharp :—J. Boyd, J. Griffiths, J. O’Connor, M. Wells, A). Willoughby, S. Ogilvio, L. Jmvood, E. Boyd, AT. ■Stephens, K. Ogilvio, J. O’Connor. Emorg.P. Knowles and W. Alills.

The Customs duties collected at . the ports of New Zealand during the, quarter ended September 30th, 1928, total-, led £2,109,000, compared with £2,107,116 in the corresponding quarter last year. Excise duties collected during the same period in 1923 totalled £170,103, compared with £170,436 in the quarter ended September 30th, 1927.

Speaking this week at the Duller Chamber of Commerce in reference to pakeha Lands, Professor Eastcrfield, director of the Cawthron Institute, stated that lie was not yet alblo to say what the cost of bringing pakeha land to agricultural condition would lie, but the time was not far distant when they would have dairy farms 01l these kinds. He exhibited several photographs of reclaimed pakeha. land showing the results from various methods of treatment, some sections showing a prolific growth of grasses and clover.

When addresing the annual meetng of Llic Manufacturers Association at Christchurch this week, ATr W. JCollins. Secretary of the Industries Department, stated he had learned officially from Sir Dougins Mawson that the scheme whereby nitrates were to he drawn out of tho aiir was assured. The capital required, £6,500,000. had already been raised, and in a few years time there would be 2000 souls in Doubtful Sound on the AVest Coast of the South Island. The announcement was received with applause.

The Warden’s Court at Greymoyth was yesterday occupied in hearing a Haim for £2OOO by Alary Tennant front the Blackball Coal Aline Proprietary, Ltd., as a consequence of tho death of her husband Duncan McNa'b Tennant, who died as a result of injuries received on Sunday, October 9, 1927. while employed a.s an underviewer at the Blackball Aline. Culpable negligence was alleged against the Company. After hearing lengthy evidence judgment was given for the defendant with costs as in a Supreme Court action.

Call early at Addisons and buy or reserve your Xmas gilt.s now from «t full stock of novelties. Prices light. —Advt.

The latest novelties now opening in white and embroidered supper cloths, tray cloths, cushion covers, 3(5 x 36 tray cloths from 2s 9d, 42 x 42 at 3s (; t l,’ 00 xSO 3s lid to 7s 6d.—Schroder and Co. —Advt.