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Hokitika Guardian, 15 November 1929, Page 4

A service will he conducted in the Methodist Church, Doss, cm Sunday next at 2.31) p.m. On the howling green last evening in a game tor Hie Patchelor Billions, Messrs blierman and Holfinan defeated me holders, Messrs C. J. King and Poles by 19 to 13.

The month of October was one of the dr.ost on record in Nelson over a period ol ati years. Only a little over an inch and a-half of ram was recorded, against an average of three inches and a-lialf. 3 lie pea crops in some parts succored from the dry spell, while tobacco plants need ram to give them a start.

Further interest in the timber resources of the Okarito district are agan being revived. A representative of outside capital is now in the district looking into a feasible proposition to operate the locality. In addition to the State Forest areas, there is a large area of freehold on which splendid bush is stand.ng; and it is understood it is the latter which is attracting attention.

The wedding was solemnised at St. Patrick’s Church, Greymouth, yesterday morning, by the Rev. Father Holohan, of Freda, daughter of Mr and Airs C. Patterson, of Dunollie, to Mr O. J. mitchinson, of Hokitika. The bride wore a dress of white crepe-de-chene and radium lace, with a coronet of orange blossom, and carried a bouquet of pink roses and maiden hair fern. Her attendant was .Miss Elsie Patterson, a sister, who wore a dress of mauve crepe-de-chene. .Mr V. Patterson was the best man. After the ceremony a breakfast was held at Moore’s tea rooms. The newly married couple left later for the South, the bride traveling in a dress of grey repp, and coat to match.

A Wellington correspondent states, in connection with the appointment of Hon T. Wilford as High Commissioner, and the vacancy in the Hutt seat that will ho caused, that subject to the party approval, which is almost a foregone conclusion, the United Party candidate will lie Mr James Kerr, son of a former Legislative Councillor. The candidate has been sixteen years chairman of Mr Wilford’s organising committee. He is a local newspaper proprietor, active in the affairs of Hutt Valley, being chairman of the Petone Chamber of Commerce, one of the Hutt Valley High School governors and a member of the Fire Board. Many rears ago, Air Kerr, who is an old West Coaster, ventured into the politi al arena against -the late Sir Arthur Guinness for Greymouth, and was defeated bv 709 votes.

Men! We are sfi 11 taking orders for ’Xmas suits. Call early.—YV. 11. Stopforth’s.—Advt.

Now wliilp Ynrrall’s stock is fresh is the time to buy your bathing cap. Quality is Yarrall’s watchword and vet the prices are moderate. Bathing caps 9d, Is, Is 6d, 2s Gel to 7s 6:1; bathing shoes, all sizes, 3s lid; bathing belts, Is, Is 6d; bathing bags, is 6d at the Novelty Depot, Reveii Street.—Advt.

, Have your choice from the lovely range of Supper Sets and Salad Sets •\t the Economical Crockery Shop. Prices from 6s 6d set. View our window display of Xmas Toys. P. Stephens, proprietress.—Advt.

Keep yourself fit by playing tennis Yarrall has a fine range of first class tennis racquets which are being offered at breath-taking prices. Pop along early—choose from the best. Yarrall’s, Reveii Street. —Advt.

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

The s.s. Gael sailed last night at ~30 o’clock for Nelson, with a cargo o. limber. Notice is given by the Sheriff of the intention of Messrs M. Houston and Co. to sell by public auction under a writ of sale, goods and chattels as mentioned in the notice. The sale will take place on Nov. 23rd. at 2 p.m. at Wharf St.

A young man, whose-name was suppressed, appeared in custody at tile Greymouth Court yesterday, charged with the theft •of £lB 18s lid, at Christchurch. On the application of Senior-Sergeant C. E. Roach, accused was remanded to appear at Christchurch on Monday next. The request of accused, that his name he suppressed meanwhile was granted by Mr A. Naylor, J.P. Bail was fixed at self L 25 and one surety of £23.

The Right Reverend Professor Hewitson, Moderator of the General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church of New Zealand, will be welcomed at a meeting in St. Andrew’s Hall to-night. His Worship the Mayor (Mr G. A. Perry), the Hon. H. L. Michel, and. representatives of local churches will give brief addresses, interspersed with siAging and after the address of the moderator supper will be provided. Prof, Bewitson will preach at St. Andrew’s Church on Sunday and at Kokatahi on Tuesday night.

/mother of the West Coast’s pioneers, Julian Bathe, died at the Old People’s Home, Greymouth, on Wednesday, at the age of 99 years The son of a barrister, Air Bathe came from England to the Australian goldfields many years ago, later moving to the "West Coast and settled eventually at Nobles, then a busy gold-digging centre, where “Long Frank” as he was known was a prominent figure. When over ninety years of age he retired to the Old People’s Home, hut retained his faculties, and was able to move about considerably despite his great age.

The whitebait industry this season has been one of the busiest on record. In this district excellent returns have been obtained, while, where fishing was in progress in the south, the result has been phenomenal. It is stated that upwards of one thousand ‘ tins have gone forward from South Westland. The catch here has also been abnormal, and thanks to the market obtainable ./by export, the financial returns must have been easily a re orti. The Chrisitchurclh market lias been well supplied, while in Wellington there was also a payable demand. In addition the local canning factories were well supplied. 1

Quite a degree of excitement was. caused in Tainui Street, Greymouth, about 8.30 o’clock last evening when the spectacle of a motor cycle lying on the road and encircled by fire, opposite the Overland Dairy Company’s office, attracted a small gathering of citizens. Prompt action by several passers by who quickly collected hands full of sand from the side of the road, to throw upon the flames, prevented an explosion, of the benzine tank, and after an exciting minute succeeded in quenching the outbreak. It appears that the owner of the machine, a youth of about eighteen years, was preparing to start up the engine when it “backfired,” and ignited the carburettor. An examination after the flames had been subdued showed that little damage had been suffered by the machine, apart from a scorching.

Call and inspect Addisons new range of neckwear, silk gloves, hosiery and handkerchiefs.—Advt.

Mothers—When buying your boys suits look in and inspect our stock. We stock only the best Petone tweed worsteds.—W. H. Stopforth’s.—Advt.

Where there’s music there you’ll find happiness, and never a dull moment. With a gramophone you have all the latest songs, classical, and jazz music ready for all occasions Hear one of Yarrall’s to-day—just the thrill of fine musicrich and pure, Yarrall’s, Revel! Street.—Advt.

Abanco guaranteed sheets, 'single bed size from 10s 6d per pair, to 12s 6d, unbleached 11s 6d. Dornui sheets, single 12s pair, double 17s 6d pair at Schroder’s and Co., Itevell Street.— Advt,

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. Mac Lane sports coats and trousers in great variety at W. H. Stopforth’s. —Advt. '

For this week only at the Economica 1 Crockery Shop.—Three 21>piece Tea Sets, with square plates, latest designs, price 10s 6d set. Also: Besl fireproof Enamel Saucepans, five in a set. Don’t miss these snips.—P. iStepht ns, proprietress.—Advt.

Lovers of art may now see washable artistic hand-painted poker-worked cushions, table centres, etc. on view in Bade’s window. These goods are spe eially priced for quick sale. Now’s the time to buy a lasting ’Xmas present for your friend at Frank Bade’s. — Advt.

S hcoder and Co. 'have been fortunate in securing a traveller’s sample range of rayon frocks. These are in all the new styles and shades and are priced very attractively.—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.

The order of Masses and Devotions., in St. Mary’s Parish on Sunday, veinher L/tli, will lie as follows: Koka-? t'ahi it) a.in., Kanieri 8.30'a.in., Hokitika 8 a.in., 10 a.m., 7 p.m. , iT

Rain set in during the night and this morning . a heavy south-westerly;: gale lias been blowing, with heavy showers, and the atmosphere has beenl .decidedly cooler. “The value of imports of fancy goods and toys, combs, statues, Jay figures, and dress, stands during the year 1928. was Jb3-)3,019,” said Colonel Duncan; Colquhoiin, giving evidence before the. Economic Pensions Commission in Wellington. “Investigation may prove that a number of these lines couJfrbe, successfully manufactured by partially disabed soldiers.” Mr. S. J. Harrison iT ,j the national secretary-of the R.'S.As>/ drew attention to three hand-carved dips, of Italian manufacture, which, he had seen displayed in a Wellington shop window at a price which would - not have paid for the Labour in NewJ Zealand. Mr J:' S. Barton, S.M., remarked that the' standard, of wages made it impossible to consider such avenues of employment for disabled men. The standard of living of some nations on the .Mediterranean, made local competition impossible, except in odd lines. “These-things tire made by p ; ecework of whole families, who’live on macaroni and a* little Naples water,” he concluded. Except in. special cases the same would apply to embroidery, which' yould only sell frym ’its sentimental- value, like a Union Jack at a Church baraar.