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Hokitika Guardian, 30 December 1929, Page 4

In this issue the Railway Department advertises particulars regarding train alterations for the Greymoutli Trotting Races, 4th. and 6th. January

A meeting of the Committee of the Westland Racing Club will be held at the Club robins at 8.30 o’clock tonight to settle accounts in connection with the late meeting and draft the Easter meeting programme wfhen there will be two days’ racing.

The first public dance of the New Year will be held in the Soldiers’ Hall next Friday night as a benefit for the R.S.A. Building Fund. A special event is being organised, and being the evening of the trotting meeting, a bumper attendance may bo expected. Particiilars will be given in Thursday’s issue.

'The sudden changes in the weather experienced of late was fully exemplified during the past few days. After the heavy downpour on Friday, a fine day was experienced on Saturday. Then the weather changed and ■Sunday was one of the wettest of many wet days. Last night a heavy westerly gale set in and the night was of a most stormy nature, the rough experience continuing to-day in a somewhat lesser degree.

New records by Sandy Alacfarlane: “The Lassie T Left on the Shore.” “When My Ship Comes Sailing Home Again,” “My Highland Rose.” “Will You Come to Bonnie Scotland Where the Bluebells Grow.” Whether giavc or joy Sandy’s records are attractive from first to last. Procurable at Yarrall’s Music Depot.—Advt.

Shopping these days is a pleasure and it is surrpising when buying gifts for the family bow Ifnr your money goes when shopping at Paterson’s. A special selection of the newest, popular, practical and useful gifts that will be appreciated at the keenest of prices. -—Advt.

The drapers notify they will be closed on Wednesday, Thursday and lnilf-a-dny on Friday of this week.

'l’lie excursion to Lake Alahinapua arranged by the Railway Department for yesterday, bad to be cancelled owing to the unfavourable weather conditions ruling.

Use Picnic Paper goods and save your crockery breakages. “The Eicon Luncheon” sets for service. Procurable at YarralTs Novelty Depot.— Advt .

Kokatahi Gun Club will bold a clay bird handicap match at Kokatalii on New Year’s Day for a gold medal donated b.v Mr T. Furlong, valued at £4; also silver medal by Mr A. Woolhouse for best Ist. barrel performance —10 birds at unknown angles. Nomination os. Shooting starts at 1.30 p.m.—Advt.

An unusual conclusion to a match in the champion pairs competition occurred at the Gisborne Bowling Club’s green last week, when three bowls rested against the “kitty.” With only one bowl to play, the bowls were closely grouped about the “kitty,” the position resulting when the last bowl cannoned into the placed bowls, three of which were left touching the “kitty.” The incident must be unique in tiie history of bowls in Poverty Bay, and is seldom encountered by a bowler in his lifetime.

Air Henry Livick, who might justly be called “the father of the road” on the West Coast of the South Island, has just severed his connection with Alessrs Levin and Co., Ltd., of Nelson, after many years of faithful service. Tne commercial travellers and his many business friends could not let -ne occasion pass without showing in a practical way their appreciation and esteem, and a pleasant lun.tion took place when Air Vincent Cox, on behalf of friends, called on Air Livick and presented him with a well-filled wallet. In handing the gift to Air Livick, Air cox said all regretted his retirement very much, and they did not like parting with him. But, ..s lie understood Air Livick made his first trip to the Coast about forty years ago, be had justly earned the rest and relaxation lie was about to take;

The vinegar of quality—Sharland’s Yinegar. Its strong, piquant flavour, and absolute purity have made it popular everywhere. 11l bulk or bottle.— Advt.

To celebrate the opening of our new shop-windows, we have imported a fine selection of exclusive hats at usual price 69s 6d and over to he sold only at Schroder and Co. for 4os.—Also large selection of Cimmic Hats; you must and will be delighted at the moderate price. Visit Emporium early.—Advt.

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

Tvortegast 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, belts, suspenders, ties and a great variety in handkerchiefs from 7d to Is 3d each. Addison’s—Advt.

No need to worry over your Xmas Gifts. Just come along to the Etc nomical Crockery Shon and the gift 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, 6d each. Full supply of white coupes now in stock.—P. Stephens, Proprietress.— Advt.