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Hokitika Guardian, 1 May 1930, Page 4

Ripault’s batteries fitted while you wait .at Baty’s Garage.—Advt.

The monthly meeting of the Westland Acclimatisation Society takes place to-night at 7.39 o’clock.

Mails which left Wellington on 27th March, per R.M.S. Marama, via ’Frisco, arrived on London on 26fch April.

At the Chrysanthemum Show to be held on Wednesday next, May 7th, at the Soldiers’ Hall, a special prize valued at 10s 63 has been donated for the best worked bed-spread, which has been added to the Fancy Section.

The interest in gold mining in this district is far from being abated. A boring plant is now being delivered at Okarito Forks, and boring operations are to take place at the back of Okarito Lagoon in a locality where there was a gold find in the early days, but methods and machinery of those days were not equal to the proposition. The present enterprise is of Australian origin.

The approaching Chrysanthemum Show is now engaging public attention. The show is set down for the 7th. inst. at the Soldiers’ Hall, which will oe put in readiness for the display the evening There will be classes for cut blooms, pot plants, vegetables, cooking, fancy and decorative work, and school classes. Entries close on Monday, May sth. There will be side shows,. and also a produce, cake and lollie stalls. Mr A. W. Yarrall, is the hon. secretary, and schedules anci further particulars as to the prize list wi’l he available at any time now. The exhibition is being promoted in aid of All Saints’ Church building fund, and is sure to be well patronised both b} exhibitors and the public. The display is always of a very attractive nature. There . will be an interesting musical programme in the evening.

Ripault’s, the best battery we have ever had. Baty’s Garage.—Advt.

A large assortment of aluminium and enamel saucepans just opened up at the Economical Crockery Shop. Lowest possible prices. P. Stephens, Proprietoress.—Advt.

Table damask, 28in. linen. Finished, dice pattern, 3s yd. Post free. Mills Despatch Company, Box 213, Te Aro, Wellington.—Advt.

There has been much discussion about the advent of long skirts in feminine fashions—but the chic and ebarm of the new styles is capturing the heart of smartly dressed women. See the new models at McKay and Sons. — Advt

Addison’s have the best selection of ladies’ millinery, tweed, face cloths, coats, jumper suits, jumpers and cardigans, fur necklets, scarves, hosiery, gloves. Call early and avoid disappointment.—Advt.

Skirts are definitely longer for winter and the coming spring. Emphatically you are out of fashion if you wear short skirts, except for sports wear. See the many new afternoon and evening modes now showing at McKay and Sons. —Advt.

Nazol quickly destroys all cold -r.d influenza germs. Get a bottle as your protection against coughs, (v'ds, and niHiion-/,a. Is fid for 00 doses.—Advt.

Itipault’s batteries, British and best at Bafcy’s Garage.—Advt.

There will be a full practice of All Saints Choir to-night at the usual hour in preparation for the competitions.

The Plunket nurse will visit Hokitika to-morrow (Friday). The usual procedure will follow. Messages may be left with Mrs Geo. Terry, Hall Street.

Messrs D. A. M’Lcan (chairman), John Reedy, T. W. Walker, Ivor Steel and H. framer were elected a School Committee at Kumara on Monday night.

The fire at Grcymouth early this morning was seen very clearly by Constable Randall. It was a very large reflection, and appeared to be very close.

The “Shipping World” announces that Messrs Armstrong, Whitworth Ltd have received an order for the construction of a 25200 tons floating whale o : l factory, which will be constructed: on the Tyne. The total cost of the ship will'be over £330,000 and the euipment will include the latest devices for the efficient capture of whales and the treatment of carcases.

There was a gathering of the P.W. M.TT, at St. Andrews Hall yesterday when representatives of the organisation were present from Hokitika, Greymouth, Runanga, and elsewhere.. Mrs \ B. King extended a welcome to the visitors, who were entertained at afternoon tea. Addresses were delivered and musical items contributed, a very 'pleasant re-union resulting. There w;is a total attendance of about fifty ladies.

When the Hon P. A, de la Pen-lie passed through Christchurch on Tuesday evening he was seen by Mr H. G. Ell in regard to several matters. One of the subjects discussed was the proclamation of Stewart Island as a biid sanctuary for native birds. Mr de la Perrelle stated that this would be done He mentioned that during his visit to the island, while' he was giving his address, a kaka, or native parrot, sat on a tree close to the gallery, obvious J the fact that a political meethie was being held a few yards away .The Minister stated also that he was taking steps to free the island of the deer menace, and that there was not a weasel, rabbit or stoat there. His policy ‘would he to make the island a permanent sanctuary for New Zealand bird life, and in this he was glad to say he had the hearty co-operation of 'the residents.

A motor collision with the likelihood or serious results was narrowly averted last evening ishortly after 6.30 o’clock at a bridge on the road about a mile on the- other side of Kamfika, says the “Grey Argus,” A car . proceeding northward had just cleared the bridge when another, belonging to and driven by Mr M. Houston, of Hokitika, returning from Reefton rounded a nearby turn of the road. When there was no other alternative to* a head on collision, Mr Houston turned off the road just in time, and h’s car ran down upon a small stream. There were some passengers, but none were hurt, and after a short while the car was extricated by the aid of several others which had arrived meantime on the scene. It was able to continue on its journey, any damage sustained not being serious.

For easy starting and good sparking fit Ripa.ult battery at Baty’s Garage.—Advt.

We have just landed a large assortment- of white and gold dinner ware which we are offering at bedrock prices. 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. 60 doses for Is fid.—Advt.

We are now showing autumn and winter lumber jackets, pullovers, overcoats, hats, gloves, etc., at prices that defy competition. Call now and Secure your requirements at Frank Bade’s.—Advt.

There’s a charm about shopping in a friendly comfortable store like McKay and Sons. There, first shoppers become lasting customers. Old customers are good friends. Shop at McKay and Son’s for real satisfaction.—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.

Woods’ Great Peppermint Cure [for Coughs and Colds, never fails.

The ‘Younger Set’—The chubbiest and the rosiest of Hokitika’s babies are outfitted at McKay and Son’’ where motl ers make a genuine saving. New goods for babies have just arrived.—Advt.