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Hokitika Guardian, 28 December 1929, Page 4

A meeting of Hie Committee of the Westland Pacing Club will he held at 8.30 o’clock on .Monday evening at .Mclntosh’s Club Rooms.

All Auckland press telegram states that six telegraphic employees, have been dismissed as a result of the betting inquiries.

Rev. J. \Y. Hayward will conduct Christmas service at the Kokatalii (Presbyterian Church to-morrow (Sunday) at 2.30 p.lll.

The swimming carnival which was to he held at the .Municipal Baths, Grey mouth. last evening was abandoned owing to the heavy rain. The two Australian swimmers, .Messrs Ryan and Griffiths, who were to appear at the carnival left for Christchurch ' this morning. While coming from the Hokitika races on Thursday, a car went over a bank on the road between Waimea and Kumara. There were six passengers in the car. hut only one. Airs Tibbies, received anything in the nature of serious injuries. It is understood that the accident was caused by a defect in the steering gear.

There will he a representative cricket match at the Mental Hospital grounds to-morrow when a Christchurch eleven will play the Southern Division representatives. The team includes some of Canterbury’s first eleven players, and also J. Newman, the English professional, who is coaching in Canterbury. The play v ill commence at 11 o’clock.

The weather yesterday was a startling reverse to that of Boxing Day. The downpour that occurred yesterday morning about" 9 o’clock was one of the heaviest- experienced for some time, equalling the hurst of Sunday afternoon. ’Enough the downpour blocked the drain inlets, the flood waters soon disappeared. The day generally was wet with a strong westerly blowing, hut there was some improvement towards evening.

Fire destroyed the four-roomed residence of -Air and Mrs \V. Farrell at Dunollie between 8 and 9 o’clock on Christmas Eve. It is understood that Airs Farrell, who had been ironing, left the room for a few minutes, and on her return found that the- flames had a strong hold. There was time only to save a few articles of furniture, the dwelling being totally destroyed. The insurances are £l5O on the house and £IOO on the contents, all in the Northern Office.

New Dance Records: —From the T-T. M. V. December dance list the following records have been culled for their melody, rhythm, and orchestration: “Underneath the Russian Moon,” vocal refrain by Rudy Valleo, and “'I he One That I Love Loves Ale,” fox-trot, refrain by Rudy Valle©, played by Rudv Vallee and his Connecticut Yankees (EASBS) ; ‘ Every A-Toon’s a Honeymoon” (With You), fox-trot, vocal refrain by Rudy Vallee, and “When You Come to the End of the Day,” waltz, played by Leo Eeisman and his orchestra (EA581): “Blue Hawaii,” waltz, vocal refrain by Don Howard, and “Snarling Waters of Waikiki,” waltz, played by the Hilo Hawaiian Orchestra (EA574). “Jericho,” fox-trot, with vocal refrain, and “I’ll Always Be in Love with You,” waltz, with vocal • refrain, played by Wnring’s Pennsylvanians (EA559). At Yarrall's Sports and Music Depot.—Advt.

The vinegar of quality—Sharland’s Vinegar. Its strong, piquant llavour, and absolute purity have made it popular everywhere. In bulk or bottle.—Advt.

We think we e;i" offer you the solution to your ’Xnms gitfc problems. The essentials of a ’Xmas gift are that it must please. It must also he unique, * something out of the ordinary. With confidence then, wo say, “What is better than Oriental Novelties—elaborated with all the characteristics of Oriental originality.” Brass vases, smoker’s stands, cigar boxes, lamp shades, sweet dishes, ash hays, etc. We would he pleased if you would call, for you will find our selection beyond words—magnificent—and the«prices are ever so modest at Yarrall’s Novelty Depot.—Advt.

To celebrate the opening of our new shop-windows, we have imported a fine selection of exclusive hats at usual price 09s Gd and over to he sold only at Schroder and Co. for 45s.—Also large selection of Cimmic Hats; you must and will he delighted at the moderate price. Visit Schroders Emporium early.—Advt.

What could he more suitable for a Xmas present than a good fountain pen ? 1 have them from 3s 6d to 30s. every pen guaranteed and all parts kept in stock. Toohey’s Arcade.— Advt.

Koriegast Bros are again tne first to follow the city style by introducing the old and popular drink—Stone Ginger Beer. Try it this Xmas.—Advt.

Gifts for men— Pyjamas, shirts, sports wear, scarves, lielts, suspenders, ties and a great variety in handkerchiefs from 7d to Is 3(1 each. Addison’s—Advt.

No need to worry over your Xmas Gifts. Just come along to the Ect nominal Crockery Shop and the gif\ problem is easily solved. Fancy cups and saucers from Is each. Beautiful range of vases from Is. Special Xmas range of tumblers in all sizes, Od each. Full supply of white coupes now in stock.— P. Stephens, Proprietress.— Advt.