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Hokitika Guardian, 9 November 1929, Page 4

The prize winning numbers of the Aero Club Art Union appear in this issue.

A meeting of the Hokitika High School Board of Governors will be held at the Town Hall on Monday at 2.30 p.m. Newmans Motors Ltd. will run a special car to Grey mouth oil Thursday morning to connect with the special Trotting Cup train from Greymouth. Tenders are invited for the immediate supply of bOO, more or less, drayloads of sand to be delivered in the High School grounds, Hokitika: Tenders close with the Chairman at noon on Wednesday, Nov. lath.

At Westport on Wednesday evening the Mayor suggested that the fire-hell be rung on the occasion of the 2-minu-tes’ silence for Armistice Ray. “No,” said Cr Fairhall, “We will jump up.” “That is what we want you to do, to jump and stand.” Cr. Fairhall: “We nave had too many jumps lately.”

At a meeting of the directors of the Hokitika Gas Company yesterday, it was disclosed that the half-year ended on 31st. inst. had been a satisfactory one, the consumption of gas for the period being actually a record. It is proposed to declare an interim dividend of 2s 6d per share for the halfyear. During the period further improvements to tne gas service had been made, involving a large outlay. The works and plant were reported to be in greatly improved order.

Lovers of art may now see washable artistic hand-painted poker-worked cushions, table centres, etc. oil view in Bade’fe window. These goods are specially priced fol' quick sale. Now’s the time to htly a lasting ’Xmas present ■for your friend at Frank Bade’6.— Advt.

The. Appropriation Bill introduced yesterday made provision for payment’ to members of a sessional allow wee of £IOO, This was agreed to, afe.-r brief discussion. Among West CiriM votes in the Supplementary K'-tunate.* are: £3OO for Little Holionu, llr.vr bridge, on Kumara-Lakc Bi 11 r road; £930 for Upper Grey tiau-fc. £3OO for O’ I Connor’s (Creek Jh.dgo, South Westland); £250 for Manna Road, Bidler.

Henry Tucker was killed on Thursday as a result of blasting operations in connection with work on the’Summit Road between the Kiwi and Gebbie’s Pass, 'iucker, who was a single man, a native of Ireland, was employed on relief works. Until recently he had resided at Clarence Road, Riecarton. He has ino known relatives in New Zealand, me a cident occurred at about 3 p.m,. during smoko, when Tucker was struck on the head by a piece of rock and killed instantly.

What should be the penalty on a man 72 years of age, who dives into a fresh water swimming bath on a cold day in order to open the season? That question was humorously discussed at yesterday’s meeting of the Court of Directors of the Royal Humane Society, after the president, Canon W. S. Bean, had been congratulated on this feat, which took place last Saturday. The president said that as it was so cold, he was the only one to swim at Addington and lie thought tne feat deesrved a gold medal. said a member. “I’ll move a . rote of censure on the president for risking his life,” Laugningly, Mr Bean was putting the motion to the meeting when he was stopped by Mr Nicholson on a point of order, as the motion had not been seconded. The comedy concluded at this stage, for the time of commencing the annual meeting had arrived.

The pleasing colour combinations together with the superior quality of rubber used make our 1529 bathing caps a source of satisfaction to our customers. See our display of pure gum caps, fancy trimmed caps, bathing slippers and bathing belts. At Yarrall’s Novelty Depot.—Advt. We are now showing the latest materials and styles—so come and pick your Xmas suit.at McKay’s. Our prices agree with every pocket.—Advt. Call to-day at the Economical Crockery Shop and see the excellent range of toys on view. Dean’s A 1 quality unbreakable dolls in all sizes also teddy bears in all qualities and sizes. As usual prices are right. P. Stephens, proprietress.—-Advt. Some smart worsted costumes are amongst the new goods .just opened by Schroder and Co, —Advt.

A desirable o-roomed residence in Hall .St. is offered for immediate sale bv Messrs W. Jeffries and Co.

A general invitation is issued to all intersted to inspect the new brewery on Gibson Quay. It is built on the latest lines to ensure a first-class production. The beer is now on tap locally and should be tried.

A meeting of the Kokatalii-Tvoito-rn ngi Farmers’ Union will be held on Tuesday next at 8 p.m. at the Public Hall, Kokatahi. Mr Mulcare will address the meeting concerning the formation of the Farmers’ Fertilizing Coy. of Dunedin.

Black water Mines Ltd. return for October was: Crushed 3050 tons, yielding 1217 fine ozs of gold, valued at £5101; working’expenses, £4580. In addition the roaster treated 93 tons concentrates for a* return of 94 fine ozs. gold valued at £399; working expenses, £139; capital, expenditure, £9l; development expenditure £594. Ihe profit over all is £l5B.

The winding-up meeting df All Saints Young Men’s Institute, was held,at the Parish Hall last evening, the Vicar (ltevd. Nelson Wright) presiding. The principal business was the prepared elocutionary competition among the Club members. The subject chosen being “ Heroes.” The following compete ed—Mr J. Richards, “Captain Oates”-; Mr E. Heeiiah, “ Roald Amundsen,f ■ Mr C. Wright, “Lord Nelson,” and Mr W. Rowe “Professor Curie” (the discoverer of radium). Air D, J. Evans, who was adjudicator, placed Mr Rowe 1, and Air Heenan 2, and volumes of travel by Captain Scott and the pictorial tour of Scott’s expedition by Pouting, were presented to the two competitors placed first and second. Mr Evans gave a short address reviewing the competitions and the.subjects rendered and expressed the hope it would be possible next season to introduce similar competitions among the members and secure a wider display.

Men’s felt hats in all shades, including light grey, dark grey, fawn, brown and beige. Prices from 9s lid to 25s at McKay’s.—Advt.

This week’s special at the Economical Crockery Shop. Bread and butter plates from 4d each; large size dinner plates, 6d each; special range of glasses, all sizes, 6d each; cups and saucers 6d each; also enamel saucepans at wonderfully low prices ■ P. Stephens, proprietress. —Advt.

Most people are now looking to their annual holiday: before leaving be equipped with one of Yarrall’s fibre cane suitcases at 7s 6d.—Advt.

“Down” in price since last year and “up” ill quality His Master’s Voice portable. You have in this instrument the finest' possible value foi- money. A gramophone unequalled- for tone, quality, and utterly reliable for £9 at Yarrall’s Sports and Music Depot.— Advt.

Best value in new season’s reward prize picture books and annuals at Yarrall’s Novelty Depot. Special discount to school committees. Call and inspect these latest productions at lowest prices.—Advt.