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Hokitika Guardian, 6 March 1930, Page 4

The Westland Acclimatisation Society meets a.t 7.30 o’clock this evening" at the County Chambers.

The death of Ml- Maurice Griffen of Westport, took place no Monday, Deceased had resided in Westport for 45 years, and was injured by a falling chimney during the earthquake in Juno last. He is survived by a widow, two sons and one daughter.

A man named Thomas O’Donnell, of Paroa, was thrown from his bicycle at McGrath’s crossing, South Beach, on Sunday night, and received severe cut about his face and forehead. He was found in a semi-conscious condition and conveyed to the Grey River Hospital. He is reported to be progressing favourably.

In' a Gazette notice recently issued, it is notified that the former scale of assistance for gold-mining prospecting has been revoked in part, and fresh scale issued for rock driving or sinking. The increase on the former rates is approximately 20 per cent, all round. The scale is as follows: Sinking in solid rock. 11s 6d per foot; if the cost exceeds £2 6s per foot-, then los fid per foot may he paid. For tunnelling through Hard rock where blasting is necessary, 8s per foot for whole distance; wlie”e cost exceeds £1 11s, then 10s fid per foot may lie paid.

A rather serious accident happened to one of Messrs Ogilvie and Company’s employees, Thomas Knight, on Monday afternoon. Knight, who is employed as a snigger, was clearing around a log preparatory to hauling, and struck it small sapling, commonly known to bushmen as a “springer.” Instead of springing upwards, as lie expected, it flew sideways, striking Knight in the lower part of the stomach with terrific force. He was at once conveyed to the Grey Hospital, where, ho was operated upon. Although in a serious condition, he is progressing as well as can be expected.

In thanking our numerous patrons for the very liberal patronage, we have much pleasure in advising one and all the opening out of our first shipment of Autumn goods comprising the latest in millinery, frocks, furs and coats. The display will be ready by this Saturday, Ist. day of March. Inspection cordially invited. Sehioder and Co.—Advt.

Preserve eggs suitable for cooking, boiling, frying, or poaching—you can. if you use Sharland’s “ Moa ” Brand Egg Preservative. Does not affect the flavour. —Advt.

This week’s specials at the Economical Crockery shop. White and gold breakfast cups and saucers fid. dinner plates fid, jugs all sizes from 9d each. Glasses all prices and size. Call and inspect. P. Stephens, proprietress. —Advt.

Sliarland’s Vinegar is not only palatnhle—it is piquant, strong and pure. Have it always on your table In hot(lo or bulk.—Advt.

Mr W. A. Jamieson in this issue inserts a notice of thanks to the electors of the Central Hiding.

The usual visit of the P'lunkot Nurse, Miss Spring, will take place to-morro.w. Messages requiring attention may he left with Mrs Geo. Perry, llall St.

M, Houston and Coy. notify the sale of a special entry of breeding ewes at Arahura Sale Yards on Monday, March 10th. at the conclusion of the fat stock sale.

M. Houston and Coy. notify Autumn Sale at Kokatahi on Wednesday, March 13th. at 1 n.in. The list is lengthy comprising various entries on oehalf of clients.

The Supreme Court sittings takes place tomorrow morning, commenting at. 10. JO o’clock. His Honour Mr Justice Adams will preside.

The funeral of tho late Hon. 11. L-, Michel M.L.O. is taking place this afternoon. There is a vel 'y hu-ge gathering of friends irom all parts of tlie district present to takci part in tlie last rites.

The meeting called for to-night to inaugurate the Empire Cancer Research Fund is again postponed until Thursday March 13th. when it is hoped there will bo a large attendance.

Mr C. W. Iggo, representative for tlie Electric Sewing Machine gives a general invitation to all interested to witness a special demonstration of this new electric machine that he is giving at Messrs O’Connell and Caliari’s shop, Revel 1 St. all day and evening on Saturday next.

The management of Everybody’s Picures announce that in addition to the talkie picture “Carnation Kid” to be screened at Hokitika to-morrow and Saturday night, 4 short talkies will be screened. It is hoped to have a steadier power, so general satisfaction will result.

The programme for he KokatahiKoiterangi Sports to be held at Kokatahi football ground on Saturday March 22nd. appears in this issue. The prize money totals £llO and the programe should provide a good afternoon’s sport. Nominations close on Monday next, March 10th. with the secretaries, C/o Post Office, Kokatahi.

An exhibition of school work will be made at the Soldiers’ Hall on Saturday next, opening at 11 a.m. A general invitation is extended to all to visit and inspect the latest innovations in education. The display comprises tlie work of 30 schools in Canterbury and Westland, and was one of the special attractions at the A. and P. Show at Greymouth last week.

Just landed, apricots, peaches and tomatoes. Arriving Saturday, greengages. Paterson Michel and Co. Ltd. —Advt,

Two simple bargains at McKay and Son’s Great Summer Sale; (1) Bathing suits from is; (2) summer dress materials from 6d yard. Hundreds more !—Advt.