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Hokitika Guardian, 10 April 1930, Page 4

The annual meeting of the Hokitika Boxing Association takes place this evening at 7.30 o’clock.

The name of H. Simpson, with 10 secs, in the Maiden Chop at MananuiRuatapu snorts was omitted from the list of nominations.

The Committee of the. Westland Racing Club meets at 8.30 o’clock tonight. Entries for all events close at 7.30 o’clock this evening. The rights to the publicans booths will jie sold at 12.30 o’clock at the Princess Theatre to-morrow.

In connection with the Ruatapu Sports at Lake Mahinapua on Saturday 12th. April, the Railway Department advertise in this issue the running of a special passenger train, leaving Lake Mahinapua at 5.10 p.m. and arriving Hokitika at 5.30 p.m.

All entries for the Westland Competitions close on Wednesday next, Huh. inst. with Mr H. N. Osmers, lion, secretary. The Competitions open on the Bth. pros. It is the intention of the Committee to issue a complete booklet with all entries and the time-table for the daily sessions, which will be a useful guide to all interested in the Competitions work.

In connection with the forthcoming Competitions, Mrs W. J. Butler has kindly offered to donate a challenge trophy, to lie allotted to a class selected. hv the Committee. It is likely the trophy will be appropriated to the Shrkesperean recitation, 18 years and under, for which this year a scene from “Hamlet’’ has been chosen. Already there are trophies for the ladies’ and gentlemen’s sections, and it would lie fitting to add a suitable trophy also for the juvenile section to ae competed for annually. ,

Local musical candidates are reminded that entries for the written subjects for the Associated Board of Music close on May Ist, The examination will be held on June 14th. Also entries for the practical subjects olo r, e on July Ist. Entry forms can ok had on application to Ml' Jfls King, the local agent. The practical examination will be conducted by Dr U 0Beachcroft M.A, Dr Reachcroft has a wide experience ns conductor, performer, lecturer, and adjudicator, also in giving orchestral concerts, producing choral works and in mass singing

Native bird-life in the area of the earthquake, which brought much damage to the West Coast of the South Island, suffered a great deal, according to a report received by the Minister for Internal Affairs (the Hon. P. A. de la Perrelle) from the Ranger of the State Reserves at Golden Downs, Nelson. The Ranger states: “The earthquake that occurred here last June was the means of clearing hundreds of acres of hush from the mountains by way of slips, and the sad part is that the toll of native bird-life must have been terrific. However, very little has happened in the' sanctuary, and the birds have increased wonderfully thanks to the good season.”

Reassurance concerning petrol prices was conveyed in a letter from the Department of Industries and Commerce that was received at a meeting of the South Island Motor Union (reports the Dunedin “Star”). The letter came as a reply to an inquiry about the petrol price situation from the executive of the union. It read: “On several occasions the department has had complaints, and has inquired about the matter of the big oil companies. The companies have said that the prices for New Zealand were very reasonable. The trouble was that the petrol market suffered from overproduction, which made it possible to get comparatively small quantities at low prices. Tne companies are not making undue profits, and it is possible that when circumstances permit they will revise the prices in favour of the public. This department is keeping a close watch on the situation.”

Buy an O’Ceda Mop to-day and receive a ,2s 9(1 O’Ceda Duster free. This startling proposition is offered to you by the Economical Crockery 'Shop only. Be sure you don’t miss this chance. P. Stephens, proprietress.— Advt.

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.

Bargain week a.t the Economical Crockery Shop. Special reductions on all crockery ware for one week only. A glance at our window will give you an idea of the wonderful values at bedrock prices now offering. Shoo early and save money. P. Stephens, proprietress.—Advt.

Your best remedy for coughs, colds, asthma, bronchitis, hay fever and all such complaints of the throat and lungs is “ Nazol.” Powerful, penetrating, and effective. 00 doses for Is fid. —Advt.

Usual euchre to-night at St. Mary’s Club. Special aggregate prizes to be given to season’s winners.—Advt.

The Plunket Nurse will pay her usual visit to.Hokitika to-morrow. The customary programme will be followed.

The annual meeting of the Kokatnhi Football Club will 'be held on Monday evening next at 8 o’clock in the Kokatahi Public Hall.

The winning number of the rafFle of a supper cloth held by Mrs E. K. Singer, of Kanieri, was No. 24, held bv Mr W. lvadoni.ski, of Kanieri.— Advt.

Town and country friends intending to contribute to the Seddon presentation fund may do so bv forwarding their donations to toe. County Office or the Hospital Board rooms. Lists are also with Mr T. W. Duff and Mr J. A. Murdoch.

The presentation Hal 1 a.t the Public Hall,. Kokatahi, last night under the. auspices of the Kokatahi Tennis Club ..•M—nr.fn.l ynv v ./OOfl littO’l cl 11.1100 iit spite of the inclement night. The jl. iv jia.nu (/rolleslit a supplied the music and the gatliering proved a very successful one.

A very fine display of model hats, .model coats, model evening frocks, and model day frocks. The very essence of Parisian fashions may be found at Schroder and Co’s emporium. Clients will i find all goods moderately priced at Schroder’s. Inspection cordially invited.—Advt.

No pressing required with the Ideal Trouser Press and Coat Hanger, now obtainable at Addison’s, price 6s 6d complete. Clients desirous of keeping their clothes in perfect order should call eavlv and procure one.—Advt.

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.

for pickling there is better vinegar on the market than Sharland’s Vinegar. Pure, piquant and strong. All grocers—in hoftle nr bulk. : —Advt.