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Hokitika Guardian, 31 January 1930, Page 4

A notice re the claims in the estate of the late Elisha Wells of Woodstock appears in this issue.

The order of Masses and devotions in St. Mary’s Parish on Sunday February 2nd., will he as follows:—A rail ura. 10 a.m.; Hokitika 8 a.m., 10 a.m. 7 p.m.

Take a trip through Ford’s mammoth factory at the Princess Theatre Hokitika on February 3rd, depicting the methods of Ford ear production.—Advt.

The Hon Minister of Mines, w!io went south to-day accompanied by Mr O’Brien, Member for the District, will travel as far as Weheka. A stay is also to he made at Waiho Gorge, and tne 1 party returns on Monday.

Arrangements are in hand for the transfer of two hotel licenses in Hokitika. The Dominion hotel is being taken over by Mr H. Lewis, late of the Harihari Hotel, while Mr A. Nancekiv.ell is mentioned as the new proprietor and licensee of the Railway Hotel.

The earthquake recorded at Reefton and the adjacent districts at 11.30 o’clock on Wednesday night, was felt also by quite a number of Hokitika residents. There were further shocks yesterday at 2,40 a.m. and 3.10 a.m, 'l'lie tremors were in Jnangahua district accompanied by quite a deal of noise.

The New Zealand Meat Producers’ Board draws attention in our advertising columns to the fact that now is the time to order presents of prime New Zealand lamb for delivery at liomi' at Easter time. Under this well-known scheme anyone can have a single carcase of lamb delivered to any address in the United Kingdom for the sum of 31s delivered.

3000 feet of new film, with a first class supporting programme will be screened at the Princess Iheatre on Monday, February 3rd, depicting the methods df Ford car production.—Advt

“About how many deer are there in New Zealand?” was a question put to a responsible officer of the Forest Service in Wellington a day or two ago. His reply was that in two provinces alone in the South Island there were over 2,000,000 deer, but the total in New Zealand was beyond his conception. They had multiplied ten times in less than as many years, to hazard something like an estimate.

Following the .deputation to the Hon. the Minister of Mines last even-

ing, Hon. W. Veitch in the course of a general chat took the opportunity to pay a very warm tribute to the member for Westland, congratulating him on the manner in which he looked after the interests of, Westland and stating he was held in high esteem by all members of Parliament regardless of party. ■ The member was visibily pleased by the generous reference and expressed his appreciation thereof. {

Advice was received this morning of the death suddenly last night of Miss Lloyd, Matron of Westland Hospital, which took place at a private hospital at Wellington. The deceased had been in ill health for a considerable time past and had gone to Wellington for treatment, but it was known that her condition was very serious and though the news of her sudden demise came as a shock to her friends, it was known that the end was coming soon. Deceased was 53 years of age and leaves a sister in Wanganui. She had been matron at Westland Hospital for nearly two years and had won a large circle 1 of friends. Many who had come under her kindly charge and numerous friends will regret her passing.

Just arriving, apricots, plums, peaches, etc., from Central Otago. Paterson Michel and Co. Ltd. ’Phone 2.—Advt. Paterson’s Summer Sale commences on Saturday next, Ist. February. Watch for our window display for sensational bargains.—Advt. You are always in want of towels. We have just what you want in a large assortment. Prices from Is 9d . per pair to 13s (Id per pair at Frank Bade’s. ’Phono 179.—Advt. For one week only the Economical Crockery shop offers you 21 piece teasets in the latest designs at the ridiculously low prices of—9s lid, 10s 6a, and 11s 6d set. P. Stephens proprietoress.—Advt. To clear at Addison’s at less than cost price, 12 only, Evening Frocks, smart stvles that make buying worth i while. Call to-day and inspect.— j Advt. I When housewives shine—polishing floors, furniture, and linoleums, with | “ Tan-01.” It is so economical to buyj —so easy to apply—a.rd gives such a ' height, lasting shine. All grocers. — Ad. t. We wish to thank our numerous clients for their patronage during the past year and trust that we will bo privileged to again render you the satisfactory service as in the past. Patersons for value. —Advt, J

Common and Grand Jury notices for the Supreme Court on February 2(>tli were being served to-day. Tito fortnightly Church of England service at ltimu will be held on Sunday at 3 p.m. See the model Ford climb the highest peak in the British Isles, Ben Nevis, Scotland'; at the Princess Theatre on Monday February 3rd.—Advt. The Bunanga Bowling Club aie bringing down to-morrow four rinks fo r the Badges and a Colts’ rink, with possible another rink. Local players are requested to be on the green at 2 p.m., play commencing at 2.15 rj w. The names of, the players selected will be posted in the pavilion to-night.

In connection with the All Saints’ Sunday School, which will recommence on Sunday next, the Kindergarten departments will meet as usual at 2.31 p.m., hut the older pupils are asked to al tend the 11 a.m. service instead of in the afternoon. The young worshippers commence the new year’s stamps on Sunday morning, and the now albums will then be issued.

To-morrow the annual Runanga district school excursion and picnic takes place, when two trains will he run to Hokitika, where a very enjoyable day should be spent at Cass Square. The Runanga Band is being resuscitated for the occasion, and the energetic organisers have been well sup-, ported financially by the miners and ether residents of the .district, so that the snorts prizes and other picnic requisites will be in generous supply. The Runanga Bowling Club is sending to Hokitika a team of five rinks with the excursion, to play the. Hokitika Club.

Good tennis balls are as essential as a good racket if you wish to play at your best. That is why good players demand Davis (1930) balls, 3s 6d a pair at Ross’s Sports Depot.—7. To celebrate the opening of our new shop-windows, we have imported a fine selection of exclusive hats at usual price 69s Gd and over to be 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 Schroders Emporium early.—Advt. To clear at Addison’s at special prices:—3 only, Carpet Squares, new designs and nice colourings. Call and inspect.—Advt. Our annual summer sale presents unusual opportunities for remarkable savings. Just now special reductions are being made in hats and frocks at Schroder and Co., the leading drapers.—Advt.