THOUGHTS FOR THE TIMES.

Hokitika Guardian, 20 December 1929, Page 4

THOUGHTS FOR THE TIMES.

THE COAL CRISIS. The position in New South Wales is that the action of the Government has been directly challenged by the miners, and the Government must go ahead with its programme in spite of all threats. It must protect the free miners, and if force is used against it, it must reply with force. The alternative would be a surrender to the unionists, a confession that the authority of the Government had ceased to run in the State, and the virtual abandonment of industry and commerce to the control of the Communists. —Christchurch Times.

Youth nog. shirts collar to match great variety. Sizes 13, 134, and 14, at 6s lid to 10s 6d. W. H. Stopfortli.—Advt.

The members of the Westland Rugby Sub-Union meet to-night at 7.30 o’clock at Keller’s Sample Rooms for the purpose of fa re welling Mr D. Williamson, who is leaving the district on transfer to Geraldine. —Advt.

Letters of credit on various banks are , well known as boons to travellers but it is not generally known that this system is in force at the;.Post Office Savings Bank. There are many people who about this time visit the Savings Bank and draw therefrom twenty pounds or thereabouts to cover; a trip over Christinas. It would save them the trouble and anxiety of carrying a sum of money with them if they simply got a letter of credit from the'Savings Bank. That would enable them to draw on any post office they met with on their travels. It is possible to get a letter of credit to any any amount that is deposited in the Savings Bank, with a £SO limit.

The usual weekly dance will be held in, the Woodstock Hall this (Friday) evening at 8 o’clock. Long night dance. Admission, gents 2s, ladies Is or a plate.—Advt.

The oratorio “Messiah” was .given in Christchurch on Wednesday evening, and. broadcasted. The ‘'Press” .referred yesterday to the performance, remarking incidentally that,’ “The" oratorio makes ample provision for soloists of all types. A cast of almost unknown singers had been chosen, with the exception of the tenor, Mr Arnold Perry, an excellent, emotional singer, heard before, who is again entitled to unstinted praise, as regards also tonal production nnd enunciation.” Tha Christchurch “Times” says: “The young West Coast tenor is known to Christchurch audiences from previous visits as soloist to our ..musical societies. 11l addition to a sweet voice, he has expression—with “Thy Rebuke Hath Broken His Heart” and the solos following it as an example.”

Men! We have just landed thirty Covert Overcoats for Xmas Trade. These coats are guaranteed to give up to three years’ satisfactory service, and have been known to last careful men a period' of five years. The style and shades are the very latest, while the prices for these high quality overcoats should appeal to men wno seen value and style for their money. Inspection invited.-A-W. H. Stopfortli’s.—Advt.

If von.'have decided to purchase a Joy Cycle-for your boy or girl this Xmas don’t forget to inspect the New Hudson, at Toohey’s Cycle Depot. These machines are manufactured in Birmingham by the New Hudson Cycle and Motor Cby. and have all the latest improvements. Terms arranged if desired.—Advt. > .

“The World’s Best” Stetson, Borsalinp„ and Moesong fur-felt hats. Men! We have the largest and best range in felt hats.—W, ,H. Stopforth’s,— Advt.

Why do we give Christmas ( presents? !l Are our gifts appreciated? Only if J they are of first grade quality andI’workmanship, 1 ’workmanship, second rate goods nbver look, well. The special importations of Christmas goods now showing at Messrs Schroder and Co’a Re veil Street shop are guaranteed to give every possible satisfaction.— Advt. •

•Put only the best on your table—use Sharland’s inegar. It’s pure, piquant and strong. Obtainable from all grocers in bottle or bulk.—Advt.

Your best remedy for coughs, colds, asthma, bronchitis, hay fever and all such complaints of the throat and lungs is- “ Nazol.” Powerful, penetrating, and effective. 60 doses for Is 6d.—Advt-