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Hokitika Guardian, 14 February 1930, Page 4

At the County Council meeting this week, the meeting took the important step of inviting the Hons Ministers of Public Works and Lands to the district. Mr ltansom and Mr Forbes are almost strangers to Westland, though the latter gentleman has been jn the district as a- private member. Being now the Deputy Leader of the Government, Mr Forbes will be very welcome, especially as Minister of Lands he would, if accepting the invitation, have the opportunity of inspecting the great Crown Estate which exists in Westland. Both gentlemen will be specially welcome in connection with tno agitation for carrying the railway south. Such a work is, particularly, in the domain of the Minister of Public Works, but as the line will serve directly so much Crown holding, it is well also to have the Minister of Lands in direct sympathy. We believe if the Hon Ministers have the opportunity of spying out the land together, they will be able to compare notes, and their opinions would go a long way in deciding the fate of the request and its ultimate realisation. Westland has been favoured with the visits of other Ministers, but the two gentle<men referred to, will be specially welcome, because their portfolios apply directy to so much affecting the future administration and development of Westland. The railway and roading of the district are of the greatest importance to our future, and the Minister of Public Works can help specially in that direction. With improved means of access settlement must expand, and it is in that respect that the Minister of Lands can be helpful. Dairying has taken a firm hold of the district, and reports indicate how it is growing. There is room for more expansion, and wise administration by the Lands Department could help greatly in that respect. If Mr Forbes could be impressed with the potentialities of Westland in regard to its pastoral possibilities, he is the kind of administrator to make the most of the occasion. A visit from a Minister of Lands is certainly overdue, more particularly as the greater part of the district is Cown Lands. There are openings for more settlement, and Mr Forbes is so essentially bent on the expanding of that policy, that a visit here would help him to realise some of his aspirations regarding /placing more people on the land. We hope the visit will be arranged, and that it will take place well ahead of the session so as to give the Ministers as much time as possible in the district,

The Borough Council, which now meets monthly, will hold a regular meeting this evening at the Town Hall.

West Coast stahles are likely to be represented at the Canterbury Jockey Club’s Summer Meeting. Smithereens, Ravine, and Baby Bun, three winners during the last holiday circuit are included in the nominations.

The Commissioner of Taxes draws u\e attention of taxpayers to the notification appearing in to-day’s issue that the due date of payment of Special Land-tax for the current year is on Friday the 28th day of February, 1930, and that the demands will be posted on or about the 21st. day of February, 1930.

A conference of parties interested in or affected by the Motor Vehicle regulations, issued in 1928 local authorities, motor bodies, the motor trade, the police, etc-—is to he held towards the end of this month, for the purpose of revising the regulations and endeavouring to remove irritating anomalies, and as far as practicable give a Dominion instead of a merely local application to the general principles embodied in the regulations.

When boring operations were being carried out for oil in the Kaimata district several years ago, hot thermal water was strucic in one of the bores, and boring was discontinued., The hot water bore has now been turned to account, and is being utilised to- provide hot water for the bath-house *"« workmen on the hydro-electric scheme benig carried out by Sparks, Ltd, at the Arnold river.

A policeman’s duty and his inclinations often run in opposite directions, according to a stage aside made in answer to a question by Commissioner of Police, Mr W. B. Mcllveney, at i.ie recent police parade in Auckland. According to his custom, Mr Mcllveney was interrogating the two hundred constables and detectives upon various phases of their work. He fixed his eye upon an efficient-looking constable and asked: “What would you do if you found £2?’’ There was a brief silence, and then there came a gleeful voice from the ranks: “ Put it on Star Stranger!’’

Beef values at the Addington stock sale on Wednesday dropped by £1 a head over all classes, and the poorer quality by up to 30s a head. Vealers held to last week’s rates. There was a firm sale for fat sheep, except in the case of heavy ewes, which declined by Is a- head. Competition -among the export buyers took the price of lambs up to 9d per lb, and in some cases beyond that. However, the heavier lambs were obtained by butchers at recent rates the average price over-all being from B|d to 9d per lb. Values in the fat pig pens improved, the average price per lb, of baconers being from 7id to Bd, and of porkers from 9*d to lOd.

A fine sense of sportsmanship, says a Westport paper, was shown by Mr W. Dee, skip of Maitai (Nelson) team yesterday, in the pairs match, in which Messrs T. and W. Dee were matched against Messrs Stevenson and Breeze (Hokitika). There was a time limit on the game and W. Dee, with 2 of a lead, and only seconds to go before the hell would ring, called on his brother to hustle up the lack, so that another head might he played,, this giving the Hokitika pair a further enance of retrieving the position. A very keen head followed. Breeze, playing exceedingly well, built up a 4 lead, but W. Deo reduced this to one. Tlien Stevenson removed Dee’s nearest fowl, leaving Hokitika 2 up and the score being a tie. With his last bowl, Stevenson drew another shot, to win 1 up—l 4-13.

Tnougli little is heard about its 'bimonthly deliberations and general work, the New Zealand Biological Research Committee, consisting of Government officers and scientists, forestry companies’ representatives and delegates of the New Zealand Timber Growers’ Association and of the Cawthron Institute, is still carrying out investigations in connection, with the establishment and conservation of Dominion forests. So far the research has been confined to a study of insect pests and fungoid diseases, but a second section to be entered upon shortly will deal with the realisation and utilisation of forest products by the introduction of the latest methods. This development will include the importance of transport in relation to efficiency. The Committee aims at an eventual forest area of supply in New Zealand of 2,000,000 acres, which, it is considered will ensure a guaranteed supply of products for the world’s markets.

Men’s superior quality all-wool bathing costumes. Sale price 6s lid to is lid. \V. H. Stopforth.—Advt.

Double seats in boy’s shorts which means double wear, is a special line just opened at Addison’s. All sizes from 5s 9d.—Advt.

Men ! We, are offering special 10 per cent, cash discount on all sports clothing. Note: We stock only New Zealand’s best. Inspection invited.— W. H. Stopforth.—Advt.

Preserving jars, jam jars, in all sizes, now in .stock at the Economical crockery shop. As usual prices are right. P. Stephens, Proprietress. —Advt.

Brown Nappa Gloves, gauntlet and plain tops, in all sizes, just opened at Addison’s.—Advt.

All wool bush rugs, large size, limited quantity. Sale price 9s lid to clear. W. 11. Stopforth’s.—Advt.

The order of Masses and Devotions n St. Mary’s Parish on Sunday, F’eb. 6th. will be as follows:—Arahura 10 i.m., Hokitika 8 a.m.. 10 a.m. and 7

A visitor to tlie Westport Bowling 'ournament was beard to remark, says

a local paper, “What lovely butter in tne sandwiches.” When told it was Karamea, he said, “You ought to be as proud of that as of your bowling green; it’s great.”

This week’s specials at the Economical Crockery Shop. Fancy cups and saucers 6d each; 7-piece Sandwich sets and Salad sets in lovely designs at 6/d set. Tea sets from 9s lid set.’ P. Stephens, proprietress.—Advt.

Trouble of short duration occurred tnis week at the hydro-elofctric works at Kaimata, when, owing to the cook being discharged, a number of the men employed by the contractors, Sparks Ltd. refused to work until the cook was reinstated. Upon the terms being refused by the employers, about twenty men maintained their attitude and were paid off.

A return’ cricket match was played at Reefton on Wednesday between the Beef ton and Hokitika Schools and resulted in a win for .the latter school by 48 runs on the first innings. Hokitika made 72, (Connolly 30, M. Morgan 14). Woods took 6 wickets for 24 and Kearns 3 for 10. Reefton replied with only 24, (Magee 6, Dellaca 7.) F. Stapleton took 7 wickets for 12 and Williams 3 for 15. Reefton hatted a second time and put together 37 for 7 wickets, (Woods 19). F. Stapleton 4 for 8, Adamson 1 for 3 and Wiliams 2 for 22 took the wickets that fell.

The new bridges on the main south road at McDonald’s, Doclierty’s and Oemoc-roa streams, are being pushed ahead. The last-named is almost •ready for traffic, and McDonald’s should be available next week, Docherty’s will bo later, as there are still some piers of piles to drive. These bridges erected arid all streams of any size on the motor roads will be disposed of. A useful tourist track has been made to Cana.van’s Knob at Waiho, affording a magnificent lookout. Another track to Alec’s Hill is now in course of construction, in the same locality. The tracks will be greatly used once they are generally known, and the fine panoramic views thev afford.

A party of American tourists, representing many branches of professional and commercial life and from many parts of the United 'States, arrived by train last evening from Christchurch, and stayed at Keller’s Hotel. Mr J. L. Wheeler, American representative of the New Zealand Government Tourist and Railway Department, is in charge of the visitors, and is personally conducting them on their tour through part of the South Island and most of the North Island, This morning the party numbering over twenty, left in three large cars of Newmans Motors Ltd.) for Fox Glacier, They return to Waiho on Saturday, and Hokitika on Monday, departing again on Tuesday.

A private message received from !Wellington yesterday brought 1 the very sad news of the death of Mr Henry Perry, of the well known Hokitika family. Mr Perry was the third son of the late William Perry who established one of the oldest existing firms in the town. It is understood that death supervened .rather suddenly 'and quite unexpectedly, following an attack of double pneumonia. Mr W. Perry, Danish Consul for Westland. Mr G. A. Perry, Mayor of Hokitika, and Mr Garnet Perry, are brothers of the deceased, while Miss iE. Perry, of Hokitika, Mrs Shorland, of Wellington, and. Mrs St. George, of Harihari, are sisters. The deceased was a native of Hokitika, where he passed his early days. Ho has resided in Wellington for several years, being in employment there. He was married, and his wife has just recovered from a serious attack of pneumonia. The bereaved relatives will receive all sympathy in this very sudden bereavement. (

Ladies’ voile frocks only 7s 6d, dress lengths in the newest rayons and voiles, also from 7s 6d, hats at correspondingly reduced prices—At F. Schroder’s end of season sale.—Advt.

When housewives shine —polishing floors, furniture, and linoleums, with a Tan-01.” It is so economical to buy so easy to apply—and gives such a bright, lasting shine. All grocers. Ad. t.

You will quickly relieve a cough or cold if you inhale “ Nazol.” Powerful and penetrating. A unique, never-fail-ing remedy. Price Is 6d.—Advt.

Boys’ grey cotton canoe shirts, sizes 1 to 4. Sale price 2s lid at W. H. Stopforth’s.—Advt.

Now is he time to buy back-to-school wear. McKay and Son’s Great “Secret” Sale is in full swing. The low prices are unrivalled.—Advt.

Latest in reversible rugs, large size 14s 6d to 22s 6d, also Wilton hearth rugs at 12s 6d each call and see these at Frank Bades’.—Advt.

Mrs Hall lias a fine selection of goods in her shop next to Mrs Heenan‘s bootshop. Included are: Gramophone records (Is and 2s each), books in bundles of Is, and bound books at is almost new, child’s cot and mattresses, single stretchers, tables and chairs, etc. —Advt,

Mr S- Stewart inserts - a notice of thanks in this issue.

Mr W. J. Lennane inserts a notice in this issue.

A local sea-bathing enthusiast, and also line fishermen, liave reported to us the presence of a few.sharks just V>utside ■ the breakers on the local

Men! Now is your opportunity to purchase good quality shirts afid pyjamas. Inspection invited. W. H. Stopf orth.—Advt.

• The Ross Tennis team , play Kanieri at Kanieri to-morrow (Saturday). The visitors will be entertained at a dance in the evening in the Public Hall.— Advt.

The Blackball picnic took place in town to-day, about 700 people coming by the excursion train, which arrived shortly after 10.30 o’clock. The visitors made Cass Square their rendezvous where they found the various sideshows very entertaining. • We are showing nice assortment of youths neglige Shirts with collar to match. Sizes 13, 131; and 14. Keen cash prices os 6d •to 6s lid. W. H. Stopf orth,.—Advt.

Just landed, apricots, peaclie'sjAnd tomatoes. Arriving Saturday, gflpngages. Paterson Michel'and Co-Ltd. —Advt. ; - j

The penalty of success is destructive criticism.; There--'isn’t a single weakness in the Majestic Radio- That is why 6very Majostio. set ,is guaranteed* Drop in and talk it over. Models from £SO on view at L. S. Ross’s Music Depot.^—ll. >■'<

Boys’ dark grey short; with double seats for hard wear. We have these. Prices range from 5s 6d size 5 to 10s 6d size 14. Also .grey canoe and tennis shirts from 3s 3d to 7s 6d at Frank Bades’.—Advt. ,

Your best remedy for coughs, colds, asthma, bronchitis, hay fever and all such complaints of the throat apd lungs is “ Nazol.” Powerful, penejtrating, and effective. 60 doses for Is 6d.^- Advt. Sharland’s inegar. It’s pure, piQJtant and strong. Obtainable from' all (groo* trs in bottle or bulk.—Advt.

When better bargains are offered McKay and Son’s will offer ,them. Buy your clothing needs from McKay’s Great “Secret” Sale.—Advt.