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Hokitika Guardian, 24 June 1930, Page 4

Every line cut down in .price. Par.Qjiins in every department fol* cash. AY. McKay and Son.—Advt. During last week on the Dunedin Stock Exchange, share dealing in the lY.ve Mile, Okayito, )mining scrip, was again brisk. The Otago Times ot Saturday says that fully paid up Okaritos have again attracted ccns'derable attention, parcels changing hands at 9s, 8s lid, 8s 9d, 8s 7d, 8s od, and later at 8s fid. Buyers were ■iffr.rim 8s 4d yesterday afternoon, sellers demanding fourpence more. Messrs W. Weddel and Co., Ltd., report dated, London, 20th. inst. Danish butter 138 s to 142 s (last week 1365); New Zealand, unsalted, 144 s to 1465, (140 s to 1465); New Zealand, salted, 133 s to 1365, (ISOs to 1345); Market firm. New Zealand cheese, White, 78s to 79s (77s to 78s) ; New Zealand cheese, coloured, 84s to 85s (83s to 84s). Market quiet, Canadian cheese, white and coloured, 82s to 84s (82s to 84s). Tho death occurred at the Westland Hospital yesterday morning of Mrs Wills, of Kumara. Deceased, who was aged about 55 years, had been in hospital a fortnight, and had undergone a.n operation. She is survived by her husband, Mr Thomas Wills of the Public Works Department at Otira, three daughters, Mrs John Pool, junr, (Kumara), Misses El.znbeth (Kumara) and Mavis (Havelock), and one son, Thomas (Kumara); also four sisters. (Mrs Hunt Kumara, Mrs Axelson, Greymouth, Mrs Schroder, Rimu and Mrs Kensall Auckland) two brothers (John and Albert Harper of Christchurch) and one grandchild. The funeral takes place to-morrow afternoon to Kumara cemetery. Whilst lighting the fire yesterday morning at his parents’ residence, Soddon Steet, Kumara, the 10 year old son, Edward, of Mr and Mrs S. M. Case, was badly burnt about the arms and body through his shirt catching lire. The garment, the only one the boy was wearing at the time, was completely burnt. Mr Case, in attempting to extinguish the flames, received burns to his hands. The boy was admitted to the Grey Hospital, and was stated later to be “fairly comfortable.” Methods by which the Government might relieve parents of the burden of expenditure on their children’s school books were freely discussed at the annual meeting of the Auckland' (Primary "School Committees’ Association. “We might suggest that Mr Forbes out down expenditure on the coming Parliamentary session,” said one delegate, “and hand over the money saved to the Education Department. This could best be done by abolishing ‘Hansard’—the most expensive publication in New Zealand.” The Economical Crockery Shop is now offering wonderful values in glass tumblers. All sizes suitable for hotel and household use in stock. Prices right.—Advt. Monster Clearing Sale—The whole of th e large stock lias been marked down. Call and secure the bargains. W. McKay and Son.—Advt. | l With nil appeal to both pocket and eye; ladies’ velour and face-cloth coats, in black, nigger, navy and green are i to-day the most modestly priced high- , grade coats; also a very fine range of , the latest tweed effect coats can be , secured at Schroder and Co’s, for 1 which this firm can and will give you c satisfaction. Inspection cordially in- 1 vited.—Advt. s i Woods’ Creaf Peppermint Cure < For Coughs and (Muls, never fails. :1

At St. Andrew’s Hall to-night i social will take place in aid of the Salvation Army, ft wee t and Cake Stalls and music. Real snips—eight short ends of linoleum at prices that must clear at A cl d i so ns.—A d v t. Intending travellers to see the scconu test at Chris.church on Saturday Juty sth. are notified that they may im.i lc.jorve tlieir sea.s on the special train leaving Hokitika at midnight oh Friday July 4th. Those interested in football matters will be pleased to iearn tlu/i this wojiv’s Ammiand u'eo.dy News contains three pages illustrating tlie test match. Copies obtainable at King’s stationer. The members of the Municipal Band are requested to meet at Parkhill’s corner to-night at 6.-15 o’clock sharp where a conveyance will be available to take members and instruments to the Mental Hospital where 1 a programme will be rendered. Punctuality is essential; also full uniform. A family record hard to beat can be claimed by Mr and Mrs John T. Snowden, formerly of Brightwater, but row residing in Grove Street, Nelson, (says the “Mail”). They are the parents of 1L children, the eldest of whom is 62; there are 49 grandchildren, and 19 great-grandchildren, comprising four generations, a total of 81 all told, all living;' Both Mr and Mrs Snowden came to Nelson in the early days of the settlement. Mr Snowden was 90 years of age last March, while Mrs Snowden is several year s his junior. Air Snowden, despite his years, is frequenl.v seen about the town, and enjoys good health. The screening of the talkie musical extravaganza “No, No, Nanette” at the Princess Theatre last night was an undoubted success. The large audience went home delighted with the very fine presentation given. The claim that it was the most gorgeously costumed photoplay of the age was billy borne out, the production being a feast of colour and a remarkable triumph of stage groupings and effects. The glittering hues, dazzling dresses and wonderful dancing, together with a clever comedy well brought out, made the production one to- be remembered with the most pleasant recollections. Picture.lovers should not fail to take advantage of the opportunity to-night to see this great picture, which is being repeated. This weeks specials at the Economical Crockery shop. White and gold cups 3d each, plain white bread and butter plates 3d each, dinner plates ocl each. Coupes 6d each, also a large selection of. jugs. All sizes and prices. Call and inspect.—Advt. Maori Musi?: Actually recorded at Rotorua by the Rotorua Maori Choir, with soloists and quartette.?: “Rarti Kn.ru” (A Fishing Chanty) and “Te Ope Tuntahi” (M arching Song); “Poknrekare” and “Te Taniwha” (Maori love ditties); “Po Atarua” (A Song of Farewell) and "He Moke Moke” (My Lover is Far Away) ; “Matangi” (1 grieve for you) and “E. Hotu Nei” (I long for you); “nu E Iliu” (Jesu. Lover of Mv Soul) and “Ivaraunatia” (Crown Him) ; “Take Turaiiga Ake” (Maori Chant) and “Reti Alai” (Alaori l/ove Song); “Aroha. Pumai” (I Love, You Truly) and “E Aloe Te IRa”. (Shadows of Evening); “Ako Ako OTe Rangi (Whisper of Heaven) and “The Alaori Flute.” Price 4s each. Call and hear these wonderfu records. l On sale at Yarrall’s Alusic Depot, Revell St.—Advt. Woods’ Creat Peppermint Cure First aid for Coughs, Colds. Influenza No cold is “Xazol” proof. Clears the bronchial passages giving speedy relief. Safe for all ages. Take on lump .sugar or inhale. 60 does for Is 6d.—Advt.