Untitled

Hokitika Guardian, 1 August 1929, Page 4

The monthly meeting of the AVestiand Acclimatisation Society will take place at 7.30 o’clock to-morrow night. Whitebait has made its appearance in the Teremakau. On Sunday fishermen secured six pints, which found a ready sale at 6s per pint. Alexander Mines report for July: „old returns: Battery 408 oz. (klwts. of melted gold from 305 tons; cyanide 40oz. 16dwt; bullion from 222 tons; total estimated value £1735. As we have just landed a consignment of Jusfrute watches, clocks and pens, all prize-winners who call at the factory will receive their gifts. The Jusfrute competition will now cease until further notice.—Kortegast Bros. —Advt. The death occurred at the Grey Hospital on Tuesday night of Mr William Williams, who had been ailing for the past two months. Deceased was a native of Lerwick, Shetland Isles, aged 51) years, and had resided at Greymouth for the past thirty years. He is survived by his widow, two daughters (Mrs C. Thompson, of Preston Road, and Mrs AA 7 . Roberts, of Swanson Street), and one son (Mr P. A\ 7illiams, of Blaketown). In search of data concerning the Indian and Pacific Oceans Dr Phil P. Gerhard Scott arrived at Auckland on Tuesday by the Maheno from Australia. He is conducting investigations relating to ocean depths, salinity and other peculiarities in the interests of navigation for the German Shipping Institute at Hamburg. He has been in India, China and Japan on this mission. He left Auckland for Wellington last night to confer with the Government Geologist, Dr Marshall, and the Dominion Meteorologist, Dr Kidson.

The move made by the Acclimatisation Societies to Jiave protection removed from the natural enemies of tne rabbit—principally the stoat—is opposed by members of the Hurunui Rabbit Board. At the last meeting of the Board a letter was received from the Kowai Rabbit Destruction Association calling attention to the proposal. The Board resolved; on the motion of Mr J. Heasley, seconded by Mr H. G. Martin, that the Minister for Agriculture be written to advising him that the Board viewed with alarm any interference with the present regulations. It was held that the natural enemy of the rabbit was of great value in keeping the pest in check and the Board trusted that the present regulations would remain in force.

A Dunedin telegram recorded the death of the well-known Clydesdale stallion, Baron Bold, which occurred on the property of his owner, Mr James Patrick, Waimate, this week. Baron Bold has left a mark on the draught horse stock of this Island, and also of Australia, that is equalled by few, if any other, stallion in either country. He was by Baron’s Pride, and was the last representative of the famous Scottish strain founded by his sire. He was bought by Mr Patrick irom Australia when a four-year-old, and for 22 years he stood at the Taieri and Waimate. He had a unique show ring record, which is being successfully carried on by his progeny. He died from old age.

When lecturing to the Wellington Philosophical Society on Kapiti Island, Mr J. C. Anderson remarked that a good beginning had been made with the study of the island’s natural history. But that study was not yet completed, and there was still much to be learned. It was an intensely interesting place, lie said, where there was always something ifresh to be learned. The birds there seemed to be entirely without fear of human beings. 'l'lie inland looked asleep, and seemed asleep when one first landed on it, but af.ter a short sojourn there was found that there was any amount to do. The flora, the birds, and the insects had been studied, but there was plenty of scope for further work in these directions and in the study of te fishes ,seaweeds, mosses and lichens.

Mr J. Johnston, M.A., Tutorial Class Lecturer, Canterbury College, who is at present visiting tho Coast, addressed a meeting in the Presbyterian Hall last evening on the extension work at present being carried on by the College through its “Box Scheme.” By this arrangement, written out and duplicated courses of lectures and studies in (a) music, art and literature; (b) experimental psychology; (c) drama and opera are made available free for the smaller towns and country centres. These are illustrated by musical records, pictures, sets of plays etc. A circle of 12-20 people may be formed anywhere and apply for the use of this advantage. It was thought by those present that at least one circle could be formed h’n Hokitika and a leader and secretary were nominated to promote this, subject to their consent. The meeting closed with a vote of thanks to the visitor, and to Bev Hayward who presided. It is hoped shortly to receive Box 1 of the drama and opera course and start a cirqle.

Men’s high class “Woolsev” brand underpants and singlets regular prices 19s lid to 22s 6d, now reduced to 15s 6d to clear. McKay’s Great Sale.— Advt.

\. V ' Fuel for winter. Coke on sale at Gas Works, Stafford Street, Is 6d pe|" bag at worlds; 6 bags delivered in town for ius 6d. Order early.—Advt. ] The weekly visit of Plunket Nurse Spring will take place to-morrow (Friday). Messages may be left with G. Perry, Hall Street. Influenza still has a, strong hold in Christchurch, and there are few offices or institutions, which are not working short-staffed because of it. The outbreak, though widespread, is not of a serious nature, doctors state. The influenza is of the mild, seasonable variety, but people are advised to take reasonable care, even if there is no cause for alarm. tThe old time couplet: “Should thou live hut once to love; Thou will not love to live unless thou love” will be well illustrated to-night by the young folk of St. Paul’s in their presentation of a “Kiss for Cinderella.” This is undoubtedly an ambitious undertaking for an amateur company of local young people, but relying on their willingness, loyalty and enthusiasm, the Rev. Knowles-Smith has ventured the attempt, and to-night will demonstrate that his confidence was not misplaced. From the most important to the apparently most insignificant of the party taking part every one has entered enthusiastically into their part, and with the co-operation of competent scenery and lighting effects, and a programmo--of bright music they will provide a most enjoyable evening at a most reasonable cost to the public, who should and we believe, will, respond with a bumper house. -