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Hokitika Guardian, 1 February 1930, Page 4

The Quarterly Communion Service will be bold at St .Andrew’s Church to-morrow morning. County ratepayers whose rates are in arrears, are reminded that ten per cent, will be added to all amounts outstanding after next Thursday, and the account may be sued for without further notice. A meeting of the R.S.A. Committee will be held at 7.3(1 o’clock on Monday evening to arrange for the raising of funds in connection with the new building proposals, the work for which is now being put in hand. The County authorities notify that the valuation roll of rateable mining propory within the County of Westland is now open for inspection at the office of the Council. All objections must be lodged on or, before 15th. February.

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

31 cssrs W. Wed del and Co., Ltd., advise, dated London 24th:—Danish butter 172 s (last week 169 s to 1725); New Zealand, first nil,salted, 170 s to 174 s (168 sto 1765) ; New Zealand, first salted. 154 s to 156 s (152 s to 1565). Market steady. New Zealand cheese, white, 90s to 91s (85s to 87s); New Zealand, cheese', coloured, 88s to 89s (83s to 85s). Market steady. Canadian cheese, white, 97s to ICOs, Canadian cheese, coloured, 96s to 9Ss (96s to 98s).

A man had the misfortune whilst sea-bathing at Napier to lose his teeth in the sea. A rake was secured in the hope of recovering the teeth. Whilst engaged in the task a shark was observed, and without hesitation the searcher plunged the rake prongs into the shark’s head. So effective was the stroke, states the Napier “Telegraph,” that the shark was dragged up to the beach, despite a heavy struggle on its part. When measured the shark was found to be oft 6in in length.

Mr E. Partridge, Rector of Hokitika District High School has sent in his resignation of the position, having been appointed an Inspector under the Education Department, and he will be located in Wanganui district. During his charge as Rector for nearly five

years, Mr Partridge has proved himself a capable organiser and teacher, and has brought the school under his charge to a high state of efficiency. Mr Partridge took' a keen interest in sports of the school, and his efforts to improve the appearance of the ground have borne excellent fruit, and have won general commendation. On the tennis court Mr Partridge had also taken a very leading position, and liis departure will make a blank that will be hard to fill.

East evening Captain R. S. Chichester, the solo airman from London to Australia, spoke over the air from 2BL, Sydney, and his speech, was rebroadcast by 2YA, Wellington. Captain Chichester, who is a New Zealander, hopes to return by next week’s boat. He stated the first day out lie flew for 13 hours and the second 14 hours, covering in all 1860 miles. He had an accident at Tripoli on the third day when landing in the dark, and was delayed 17 days waiting for a new propeller. He was hospitably received by the Italian pilots. He considers the Australian flying trip will be established. The trip will take about three weeks, flying eight hours a day, and when established will be a tremendous link with the Home land. Captain Chichester, who is an extremely modest man, expressed grateful thanks for the wonderful reception he had received in Australia.

3000 feet of new film, with a first class supporting programme will . be screened at the Princess Theatre on -Monday, February 3rd, depicting the methods of Ford car production.—Advt We wish to thank our numerous clients for their patronage during the past year and trust that we will be privileged to again render you the satisfactory service as in the past. Patersons for value.—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 Gd per pair at Frank Bade’s. ’Phone 179.—Advt. For one week only the Economical Crockery shop offers you ‘2l piece teasets in the latest designs at the ridiculously low prices of—9s Ud, 10s 6'a, and Us Gd set. P. Stephens proprietoress.—Advt.

Mr R. T. Bush, teacher of elocution, notifies he will resume teaching on Saturday next, Feb. Bth. at St. Andrew’s Hall.

A reminder is given parents and guardians that Mokitwi. District High School, both primary and secondary departments, will re-open at 9 o’clock on Monday n.brmng, when new pupils "'ill be enrolled.—Advt.

Mr T. P. O’Neil of Kokatahi, farmer, will be a candidate tor the vacant scat in the County Council. With Mr Jamieson also in the field there is now every appearance of a contest. Mr O’Neil stood at the last general election for councillors, and was run-ner-up to the returned members.

In connection with the auction sale on Wednesday next of the property furniture and effects of the Hostel property in Hall St, a full toned piano, by Carl Steinhardt. has been added to the published list. Messrs M. Houston and Co. direct special attention to this important sale, the property being in a good location and worthy of the careful consideration of speculators and others.

The death occurred at the Grey Hospital yesterday, after a brief illness, of Mr James Horan, of Ward Street, Cobden. The deceased, who was 48 years of age, and a member of the well know Horan family of Coal Creek, only entered the hospital on Wednesday suffering from pneumonia. He leaves a wife and family of three sons and four daughters. The daughters are Mesdarnes Allisnn and Minto, and Misses Gertrude and C'eelia; while the sons are Joseph, Mannix and Bryan.

Mr J. O’Brien, M.P., has been advised by the Minister of Marine (Hon. C. Cobbe) that arrangements are being made by the Chief Inspector of Fisheries for a conference with all Lake Mahinapua whitebaitefs concerned in the dispute over the method of catching whitebait, with a view to settling the question. In reference to the request for aft increased mail service for Okarito, the Postmaster-General (Sir Joseph Ward) lias informed Mr O’Brien that the service would be increased to a bi-weekly one, provided the settlers guaranteed to contribute £25 per annum towards the additional cost (£SO per annum.) ;

Comment was made by the Government Auditor, in connection with the balance-sheet of the Greymouth Borough Council for the year ended March 31, 1929, to the effect that the amount of sundry outstanding ac-. counts was excessive. The Mayor(Mr J . W. Greenslade) stated at a meeting on Thursday evening that instructions had been given to sue for as many outstanding accounts as possible. Steps were, being taken to go into the matter thoroughly, to collect all'accounts possible, and to write off those not recoverable. The Town Clerk--"stated that the total was £314, but some of these accounts had been oustanding for one year only.

I See the model Ford climb the highest peak in the British Isles, Ben- Nevis, Scotland; at the Princess Theatre' on Monday February 3rd.—Advt. Good tennis balls are as essential as a good racket if you wish to play at your bent. 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 6d and over to be sold only at Schroder and Co. for 46s.—Also large selection of Cimmie Hats; you must and will be delighted at the moderate price. Visit Schroders Emporium early.—Advt. You will quickly relieve a cough or cold if you inhale *■ Nazol.” Powerful and penetrating. A unique, never-fail-ing remedy. Price Is fid.--Advt.