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Hokitika Guardian, 3 April 1930, Page 4

The. gymnastic classes- a.re running very satisfactorily. The attendance at the ladies’ class is very large, and all the pupils the eager for the work. Good progress is resulting under Mr R-. Furness’ tuition. The fine evenings result in Cass Square being a,gun invaded with votaries of football, hockey and other winter games. Regret is expressed that the daylight saving is not in force just now so as to make the most of the very pleasant evenings experienced, In reply to an enquiry if April 22 would be a convenient date for the farewell presentation to Mr and Mrs T. E. Y. Seddon, Mr Seddon telegraphed in reply from Wellington yesterday: “Yes. Delighted. Am greatly honoured,” Arrangements for the big ‘public social will now be advanced as rapidly as possible. It is understood the financial year of the Westland County Council which closed on Monday, revealed a satisfactory position. The Treasurer has e:cupiled the annual statement for next Tuesday’s meeting of the Council, and advance copies of the report are being circulated among members. An interesting trial was given off North Re veil Street yesterday alterncon of the three axle Le.vland lorry lately procured by Mr A. IT. Nancokiveil, and added to bis fleet of timber iorries The lorry while having three axles on the chassis, is carried by ten wheels, there being two pairs of wheels to each of the rear axles. The- tyros are r<T pneumatic. In order to operate the lorry on soft sand of tho beach, a-caterpillar device was woven round the- two rear sets of wheels, and with this in place the lorry had no difficulty in backing on the soft sand. The device would he a useful adjunct on any soft ground, as it facilitates traction, and as there is propelling power in each axle the lorry has the means of extricating itself from difficult surroundings. The trial was observed by several gentlemen interested in heavy traffic transport, and all were impressed with 'what they saw accomplished' in the difficult ground. This newer type of heavy lorry promises to come into general vogue in the near future.

Is it twins?—Even so, McKay and Son’s can supply you with all their clothing, and at a great saving too. The best dressed babies of Hokitika are outfitted at McKay and Son’s.— Advt. t When housewives shine—polishing floors, furniture, and linoleums, with “ Tan-01.” It is so economical to buy —so easy to apply—n«d gives such a bright, lasting shine. All grocers.—■ Ad. t. The ‘Younger Set’—The chubbiest and the rosiest of Hokitika’s babies are outfitted at McKay and Son’s, where mothers make a genuine saving. New goods for babies have just arrived.—Advt.

Wanted known that Mananui-Ruafa-pua Sports prize money is heavy, and all competitors will have the assistance of tiie committee to lift it.—Advt. A complaint reaches us of a considerable amount of petty thieving going on in the vicinity of Jollie and Hampden streets. Full size Petone Blankets .52/6 pair. Money refunded if not satisfied. Mills Despatch Company Box 213 Te Aro ..ellington,—Advt. An earthquake shock was felt in Reefton at 11.45 on Monday night. The shake was not severe though it lasted for several seconds, but it was accompanied by a good deal of noise. The “Argus” understands that several cheques aggregating a considerable amount of money, which bad been donated towards the Cancer Research Fund, were abstracted from the office of the Mayor, Mr J. W. Greenslade. The cheques have been untraceable since Monday, but immediately their loss was discovered payment was stopped. The following will represent Excelsior Seniors in a match with United at Greymouth on Saturday:—Thompson, Eager, Palmer, Freitas, Hughes, Kelly, Gal.lo.oly, A*. King,. Davidson, .T, King, Koch, Diedrich, Staines, Martyn,' Schroder, R. King, Buchanan. Any of tne above .unable to make the trip please advise the secretary as early as possible. ‘ ■

The further test on the Grey bar of the 1 Stewart. 'Hy- iro-Pneumatic plant did not eventuate yesterday afternoon, owing to a tube in one of-‘the., tug’s boilers being found to be defective. It it understood that this trouble will be remedied to allow for the test to hi -i-nrvindcrl with this afternoon. Tho Inspector of Machinery has intimated tlniu only members of the crew, engineering experts, and members of the Harbour Board will be allowed on the tug. The annual meeting of the Westland Acclimatisation Society takes place at the County Chambers to-night at- 8 o’clock. For the election of officers. Dr Teichelmann for the presidency, and Air Evans for the secretaryship - are the only nominations. Messrs A. N. Baker and -T. J. Mclntosh are nominated for the Vice-presidency j and a poll w V be necessary; nho for a Council of twelve, for which there are fifteen nominations, namely: Messrs R. J. Appleton. A. C. Armstrong, W. Braddon. C. Berendt. S Godfrey. G. Howe, G. Kellv, Jins King. E. J. Lionel. J. J. Mclntosh. H. T. Parrv, R. Paterson. Garnet Perry, R. Stuart, and H. Wells. The meeting will consider also proposals for the control of the deer, and the appointment of a delegate ,to the Conference on the subject at Christchurch on May '7th. next. About 1.30 o’clock yesterday afternoon a fire broke out at Wallsend in the butcher’s shop occupied by Mr C. Chamley. At the time the shop was closed, the proprietor and his assistant being absent, and the cause of the outbreak is unknown. There being no water supply, and the fire, ‘when discovered, having a good hold, if was found impossible to save the shop, but a« the Presbyterian Church is only about- twenty feet . distant from the fiUnn site and the Medical Association’s surgery, as well as the, new residence of the Association Medical Offi,-. per.' is adjacent-..'.t0 .the. church, a bnct-pt brigade was at once set going V the residents, who worked successfully to confine the fire to the shop. The church and nearbv structures were saved anv damage, and the strenuous pffnvfs of those who helped in this work was deserving of commendation. Tbn shop, which belonged to Mr 17 W'l'iams. of Brunner. n« well as the -stock, was not insured. There was nothing saved from the shop, which was completely destroyed.

Tn response to enquiries .Mr J. O’Brien M.P., has received the following telegram :—Your letter of the 29th. ultimo regarding the cutting up of the education reserve at Harihari to hand. I have already notified the Minister of Lands that I had no objection to cutting up this block. As you are well aware, I am convinced that closer settlement is the greatest, necessity facing the Dominion at the present time, and you can rest assured that I am in favour of cutting up any of the blocks into suitable holdings, so that more settlers might be on the land and the Dominion’s productions increased.— (Signed) Harry Atmore. Mr O’Brien last evening telegraphed the Minister df Lands as follows:—“The Hon G, W. Forbes, Minister of Lands, Wellington :—Re Harihari Education Reserve; I have now received a telegram from the Hon. H. Atmore, Minister of Education, informing me that he has already notified you he has no objections to the cutting up of this reserve. Would vou kindly inform me if it is your intention to cut up the reserve for closer settlement, and if so when?”

Baby’s Clothes—lt’s Baby’s week at McKay and Son’s. Dainty shawls, cuddly cot rugs, little frocks, darling booties and all the choicest and sweetest clothes imaginable are obtainable at McKay and Son’s. —Advt. Schroder and Co. are now opening out a 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 booked at once, to be in time for Easter, Ring 'up ’phone 121 s for your requirements.— Advt. Woods’ Croat Peppermint Cure For Coughs and Colds, never fails.