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Hokitika Guardian, 19 March 1930, Page 4

The Annual Meeting of the Excelsior F.C. will he held this evening when all members and , intending members, in(lulling third-graders, are invited to attend.

When your kiddies are irritable give ihi'in Wade’s Worm Figs—pleasant to take and very effective.—Advt.

Alter a quiet day yesterday owing to the cloudy nlmo-pncre-, the Gipsy Moth aeroplane was in. the air again this morning.

The following notifications of infectious and other notifiable diseases in (he West Coast and Canterbury disstricts were received for the week end,ng noon on Monday: M est Coast: Diphtheria 3, tuberculosis 1. Canterbury: Scarlet fever 4, diphtheria 4, enteric fever 1, tuberulosis 2, pneumonia I erysipelas 1 and eclampsia 1. One death from diptheria occurred on the West Coast.

About 40' young ladies took part last evening in the gymnastic class under (lie direction of Mr 11. Furness, at (he Soldiers’ Hall. The class will he continued every Tuesday evening at 3 o’clo-k. Last night a uniform was decided neon, particulars of which may be obtained from Misses M. Maunders or M. Thompson. The names for a class of 20 youths were handed in, and their class will be every Monday evening at 8 o’clock at the rooms, Rcvell St. commencing next Monday.

Word was received by Mrs Mina McDonnell, of Westport, of the death of her daughter, Euhina (Mrs Clem Lucas) which occurred on Sunday evening at Karori, near Wanganui. Deceased was of a quiet, unassuming initio c and had not been in good nea'rh lor some time, so her death was hot ren'ly unexpected. Her husband i< a prominent member of the White Star Football Club.

Mr J. Hughes, advertisement manager of the “Nottingham Jouinal, lecturing on “The Art of Advertising’ bcTore the Castlegate Literary Society, Nottingham, England, recently, traced the development of advertising and said it was computed that in Groat Britain alone upwards of 101) million douiids per annum was spent on it. Press advertising ho uiaiutined, had been proved to be the cheapest and "ost effective method of reaching the largest number of people in the shortest time.

'flic death took place at her residence at Hector at 9 a.m. on Sunday of Mrs Eli-.aheth Lawrie, wife of Win. Lawrie. Deceased, who was eighty years of age, had been in ill health for the past three months. She was well and popularly known, having arrived from Hertingshire, Scotland some 18 years ago and having resided in the district ever since. -She leaves a family of three daughters, Mrs W. Burns, of Masterton, Mrs J. McFarl ine and Mrs T. C'ox, of Hector, and one son, Mr Tlios. Lawrie, of Hector.

The popular Methodist Maori Mission Party which is to visit Hokitika on Thursday next is said to lie one of the most interesting groups that have ever travelled together. 'The members are of varying ages, and of both sexes, and are prominent representatives of great Maori Tribes. They differ greatly in appearance, and speak different dialects. One of the chiefs is an outstanding orator. The Party has attracted great audiences everywhere. The vocalists and instrumentalists as well as the orators have won highest praise from the press in all our cities. Tlie part- singing and the poi dances, with the playing of the old Polynesian flutes, are both unique and fascinating.

In about three weeks’ time now entries will be due for the Faster meeting of the "Westland Racing Club, the programme for which appears in this •ssuc. The meeting will be held in mid-Easter week and will extend over two days. There is likely to be a fair •string of horses coming to the Coast. Canterbury is sure to be well represented. In addition the Coast owned horses are increasing in number by njdvrt‘ions_ to various stables. Both Mr John Adamson, of ITarihari, and .vir George Adamson, of Hokitika, have made recent, purchases in the North Island, while Greymouth and other northern owners have added to their string. The quality of the fields is likely to he considerably advanced, and the public should witness some good sport.

Schroder and Co. are now opening out ;i splendid range of linoleums, hearth rugs, carpets and carpet runners : also a fine a selection of clothing, and mercery; orders for tailor made suits must be hooked at once, to be in time for Easter. Ring up 'phone 121 s for your requirements.— Advt.

An accident occurred yesterday morning at the junction of Puketahi and T'ainui streets, Greymouth, winch resulted in a local horse-trainer, Thomas Donnellan, receiving more or less serious injuries. Donnellan was riding a bicycle down Puketahi Street when a motor-cycle, ridden by a young Greymouth man, Eric Fairliall, came across from T'ainui Street and up Puketahi Street near the corner. Donnellan was apparently confused as to what direction the motor-cycle would take, and, in an effort to avoid the machine, crashed into its back wheel. He was thrown heavily, and, it is understood, suffered two or three broken ribs, and sustained a serious shock. 1-1 is bicycle was body damaged. The injured man. who is middle-aged, was removed to his home in Alexander Street.

Glasses in all shapes and siz.es suitable for household and hotel use now in stock at the Economical Crockery shoo. Prices right, see these to-flav. P. Stephens, proprietress.—Advt.

A salad is not a salad without Sharland’s Vinegar. Get it at your grocers —in bottle or Lulls.—Advt.

'lt is reported that a white crane, probably from Oka.rito, made its appearance on the wharf and river banks this morning. As this is a protected turd it is hoped that it will not he intcrlcred with.

The Annual Meeting of the Kiwi Football Club wdl take place at Keller’s Sample Rooms on Thursday, March 27th. at 7.3 d n.m. All members and intending members are invited to attend.—Advt.

A dog sat in the dicky sent of a motor-car which was coming into Wellington from Island Bay last week. His owner had carefully chained him there. Something on the road attracted him and out he leaped. The car wa s travelling at a good pace, and the pet was immediately pulled oil' His feet and dragged in the wake of the vehirje. . Another motorist folso\\'.ing, seeing what had happened, sounded his horn to attract the attention of the owner of the dog. Unfortunately the meaning of the signal was mistaken. To the driver of the leading ear the sound of the horn came as a challenge, ft was taken as an intimation that the one behind wanted to he in front; and to his mind it was a challenge. Down went the accelerator and up went the speed until the unlucky animal was dragged to death.

Toohey’s Arcade announce a,'few of the many lines stocked:—Books and all commercial stationery, school hooks and school requisites, crockery, glassware, aluminium ware, kitchen utensils of every description, cutler}, thermos flasks, toys, fancy goods, and novelties. We only stock supenoi quality goods and our prices are as reasonable as possible. Walk in and have a look. You are welcome*. - Advt.