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Hokitika Guardian, 2 September 1929, Page 4

The annual meeting of the Westland Racing Club takes place at 8.80 o’clock to-morrow night. Weekly social St. Mary’s Club Rooms to-morrow (Tuesday) evening. —Advt. Raven and Dennison’s Crepe Paper for decorative work, 20in. wide, 10ft. in length, Is—now 9d apiece at McKay’s.—Advt. The funeral of the late Min Eastgate of Sewell Street, took place yesterday afternoon . and was attended by a large number of friends, The Rev. 'Nelson Wright conducted the service at the graveside. I ... : The Westland Competitions open at the Prim-ess Theatre next Monday, and I will extend over four days, concluding J on Thursday night with a grand demonstration concert.,, There will be three sessions daily, 9.30 n.iri., 2 p.in. and 7.30 p.m. There wi.il be three crowded programmes each day. The juveniles ivill open the Competitions :r> musical and elocutionary items, while seniors will appear in force at night, several Greymouth entrants coming forward for oratory and debating subjects, and impromptu speeches. „ The official opening will take place on Monday night. . —a

A reminder is given of the ineeU ing' of the Bowling Club to-night at 7 o’clock sharp.

Just, to hand—New range of John B. Stetson’s. See them at W. H. Stopforth’s.—Advt.

Mr It. A. Falla, who has been appointed a. biologist with ■ the Mawson Antarctic Expedition, left by the Makura from "Wellington on Friday for Sydney. He will proceed by the Nestor to Cape Town, where members of the expedition will embark on the Discovery. Final departure will be taken from Cape Town at the beginning of October.

The amount of coal; timber, produce, and general, merchandise transported through the Otira. tunnel continues to maintain a. high level. I'll© figures or last week were 14,333 tons, an increase of 3445 tons compared with the corresponding period of 1928. In 1927 the amount dealt with for the period was 10,692 tons.

Mr El. A. James, who, for the past twentythree years has been actively associated with the Reform Party, for several years in the capacity of Dominion secretary of the Reform League, is resigning the latter position on account of increasing ill-health, and will retire at the end of September. He will be succeeded by Mr A. E. Mander, until recently Workers’ Educational Association lecturer for the Victoria University College.

The important fact that an electric shock affects the respiratory organa and not the heart was emphasised by Dr J., Spencer-Daniell at an inquest held in Auckland into the death of a boy who received a fatal shock while holding an electric light extension in his hand. “Tn cases of this kind an attempt .should be made immediately to restore the victim’s breathing, and artificial respiration should be applied at-once.” he said. *

A car driven by Arthur (Copper) 'Lockley, of Westport, coming from Westport on Saturday, swerved off the road at Potham’s Hill, at Ahaura. The occupants of the car were uninjured,' except the driver, who sprained ,acouple of fingers on each hand. It was very unfortunate for Lockley, as he was one of the representatives selected for Buffer in the Rugby match on Saturday,, but owing to injuries received be was unable to play.

On Friday evening members of the Municipal Band serenaded Mr land Mrs Alex Good at their residence in honour of their recent' marriage; Having played I a programme outside the members were invited in, and the usual toasts Aver© proposed, the conductor, Mr 0. B. Ross, presiding Eulogistic references Avere made to Mr Good as a bandsman and Secretary, and as a token ref the Band’s goodAvill he Avas presented with a settee, the conductor and other members speaking of Mr Good’s valuable services to the Band. All joined in Avishing Mr and Mrs Good long- life, happiness and prosperity. Other toasts followed and a very pleasant hour was spent, in the relating of reminiscences by the older members of fch© Band.

“Hallo, Biff ! I would hardly knoAV yon. Hoav Avell you look. There is something different about your appearance.” “Yes, Jack, lam Avenring one of Bade’s Made-to-Measure Suits. I’m AA r ell pleased Avith it, it’s a - perfect fit; He has a fine range of suitings to select from and the prices are moderate. I would advise ybu to get your next suit there.” Take Bill’s advise and see Frank Bade about your suit requirements.—Advt.

A pretty wedding was solemnised at the Holy Trinity Church, Greymouth, on Saturday morning, when Myrtle, second youngest daughter of Mrs R. Straight, late of Kumara, now of Ruatapu, was married to Allan, eldest son of Mr and Mrs A. Pugh, of Greymouth. Rev. J. A. Jermyn officiated. The bride, who was given away by her brother, Mr S. Strnieht, wore a navy blue costume, with a fox fur, hat and shoes to match, and harried a white prayer hook with* satin streamers. She was attended by Mass Dorothy Cashmore who wore a fawn repp frock, hat and shoes to match, also carrying a white prayer book with satin streamers. Mr Cecil Pugh, brother of the bride-' groom wag best man. A reception was afterwards held at Moore’s Tearooms. The newly married couple left later by the express for Christchurch and Wellington, where their honeymoon will be qpent, the bride travelling in a mole coloured coat relieved with fur.

Messrs Harley and Co. Ltd.. the Universal Home-makers, wish the general public of Hokitika to know that, their representative, Mr A. Robertson, is now in Hokitika, booking orders for spring goods. The latest styles and colourings in curtains, linoleum are now to hand. Our representative will be pleased to, call on anyone desiring to see designs of furniture or patterns of material. He has also a full range of samples, including bedspreads, reversible rugs, hearth rugs, eiderdowns, sheets and blankets, etc. A message to call left at the Rod Lion Hotel will be immediately attended to.—Advt. ,

“Tho Master Hat”—a British production and thoroughly guaranteed. See them at W. H. Stopforth’s.—Advt.

Another importation of the school girls’ Navy Pull-overs, with two wide and one narrow white bars (school uniform), 8 -sizes—.prices 7s lid to 11s 6d for largest size, at McKay’s.— Advt*

Messrs W. Jeffries and Co. notify additions to their entries for the stock sale at Kokatahi on jWednesday next, ;J j

The final preparations for the Hos* pital Ball 'on Wednesday night • aire 'i)oav being put in hand, the . usual 'large attendance being looked for.

A reminder is given of Messrs W. Jeffries and Co’s auction sale of furni- f tufe and effects on bchaif of Mr Bruce Adam tu-niorroAV afternoon on the premites, rear of A. W- YarraTl’s fancy goods, store. .

Wo specialise in quality hosiery , that bring repeat orders. Our new sr, .©.is have just come to hand in all, •. the neAvest shades. We can show . /.. you the best value offering in. Lady P> r Jane, Mercury, ■ Kayser, . / Fashion Bello a.nd Gold Star. '’Phone 89, Addisons.—Advt. ' t , / ’

Gas cooking demonstration will be continued at the Soldiers’ Hall tomorroAv afternoon at 2.30 o’clock, Ayhen Mrs Heinz will prepare the . following menu:—Creamoata biscuitß, < apple fairy cakes, swiss roll, with gems and scones for afternoon tea. The useful' cookery book and household directory.. will be on .sale.

My m A young man named Robert, .Groom . , ,1 met Avith an accident/.while, ridirig , a motor cycle alorig the .road near Ku- ' mara yesterday. -The machine (skidded-- t - and as it did so Avas struck tby,', t ..anr. : -v other motor cycle coming along at the, , rear. Groom was 'thrown heavily ‘to; r . the ground arid was badly shaken apd <; ■ ’ bruised. He was. conveyed to this •;-/< 1 Grey Hospital and it was reported/. Inter that his injuries were not of ari.dv serious nature. <; '

. * '.(,v . • v.. .''-' I h >►;.A', j|VAdvice has- been received tOf .tba> v death late on Friday night at Hawera 1 .of Mrs. formerly of Afahura,'Road, where; she had resid- s ed until a 'few years ago, carryingiOP a well knoAvn dairy farm. ' ceased leaA r es a groAvn up family of tAvo sons (James, of Waitaha, and Albert, of 'Koiterangi), and four daughters (Mrs H. Hearn and Mrs P.i Hayes-, of HaAvWa,.;Mrs G/Gopd- (;* all, formerly; of Greyriicmthiaild.'; Mrs Rercy Grace,' of Warigariiii)// Thei iriains bre being brought to IJbkitiKa for interment later. ;iri. tlie 'Av'eek , .''- ; , t : , ( -

Among the visitors for:.thenjuhfle® ■; celebrations of the Greymouth/Hiber-., nifin Society.'is Mr P. d.•rDpggpii,, /.of; Oamaru, one of the best .kuoAvn sfchpjol% ‘ ..teachers of NeAv ,Zealand, .and .in i'ihe . ; early days headmaster of sev&ral.Wjeifcri--'-/ Coast Catholic schools. Mr. Duggan-,i; • ,Avho latterly has been a the professorial staff of -/Redcastle -College, Oamar'uj'wfis' ift'th'dtbafly days in charge,of schools at Hokitika, and other ‘Vi(est..poastt/localitieA and subsequently became headmaster •pf different State-.schools in . the . North Otago district. ■}; y,.a.-/. * . .1 ft .»•••/.' ••; ■ A Gnevrolet car driven by Mr E. H; 'Ainsworth',' ref Westport, • wasvbidijy damaged in a collision - which occurred about 5 p.rii. yestbrday’. herir the ISrty • River Bridge. 'The Chevrolet had, juiit left the bridge and was about to .pro- 1 : ’ ceed in the direction of Dobson,- whett 1 / a car idriven by Mr A.- Lemin (Grey--’ mouth,) travelling towards the town came into violent collision with ' it. - ' * /*. * . Both the front wheels Of Mr AinbAyorth’s car were buckled inwards,: and \ the radiator and mudguards were also " severely damaged. The other car esoaped serious damage. Nobody was ’’ hurt. ' ;’ ,

The weather changed on • Saturday " again and. rain set in. During .yesterday morning the weather cleared and the afternoon Avas fine l)uV blustery. In the evening a ; north-west gale set in, and as night wore e on -it increased in violence . a howling gale being experienced all through the night, the wind bloAving Avith' extreme violence for several hours, one of the. roughest spells that has • occurred for ;. some time. There avus heavy ■ rain that culminated with a tropical; down.* pour just before 8.30 this morning, which at once caused the water •, ••* » t channels to. overflow and to flood the streets temporarily. . The conditions.; . then BomeAvhnt improved, the wind! ... coming round, more .to the. Avest.

Men I We have just landed , our .. •> final shipment of Men’s Overcoats f f0r,.... this season. They consist of the / very, .* latest in velours, 1 covets, etc, / See . -nem at W. H., Stopforth’s.—Adyt..,

J'Berlei” Foundation.Garments,:,newiv indent stocks of “Berlei’’ covsets,. coyselettes, brassieres, corsetbee, suspen- , der belts, children’s coraelettee, hose j suspenders, j ust -opened/up. ,'v Also D. and A. arid Dominion makes in ladies’ corsetry at McKay’s.—Advt.