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Hokitika Guardian, 24 September 1930, Page 4

A telephone office will he opened nt Upper Okurn, South Westland about the beginning of October. Mr W. D, Nolan has been appointed to take charge of the new office,

Anglers lic-enseo for the Westland district are now procurable for the season opening next Wednesday, Licenses may be obtained from Mr A, C. Armstrong or Mr L. S. Ross, Revell Street, or at the County Office. ,

Mr O’Brien, M.l\, in a telegram to the County Chairman (Mr W. Searle) states that with respect to the clause in the Finance Bill affecting the status of the Hokitika High School Board, lie will do all possible to have the clause dropped.

It is understood that the Railways Department has restored coal orders to the Wallsend and DobsOn mines, also the co-operative mines, to within 10 per cent., or 15 per cent, of the amount of coal taken before the recent “cut”. One mining representative yesterday received a telegram, instructing that 350 tons he despatched to Auckland immediately.

There are now over forty men employed on Dorothy Falls road at Lake Kanieri, where steady progress in being made with the construction work. It is being carried out as an unemployed relief undertaking by the •Public Works Department. When completed,' as it is hoped during this summer, it will add greatly to the attractions of Lake Kanieri for visiting motorists and others, The road for a considerable distance will be a very pretty bush drive, while at various points . its gives some new look-out views of the beautiful lake itself. -

Something new in suit, cases just opened at Addisons. ’Phone 89. Advt.

Addisons are always up-to-date with men’s wear. Luvisca shirts and pyjamas in the latest stripes. The American shirt is also, among our summer range. Ties and socks are have tfull stocks of, at prices most reasonable. —Ad v t. “Let's go fishin’,” is Angler Jake’s advice, but before you go call in and see the stocks of Shakespeare and Allcocks fishing gear at Ross’* Sports Depot.—24. i -

Your attention is directed to the furniture sale of Rev. J. W. Hayward at tlie Manse on Wednesday next at 2 p.m. In addition to- the long list bf articles published additional entries arc made.

On Friday evening in the Presbyterian Church at Ross, Mr D. MeOlymont is to be ordained as a Home .Missionary, with power to dispense the Sacraments The Rev. J. W. Hayward is to carry out the ordination and the service will commence at 7.30 o’clock.'

The Black Hand Society’s welch me dance takes place 'to-night at the Soldier’s Hall. The music and other arrangements can be considered . of the very best and the visiting Ashburton hockey ladies will be guests. Mr Parry’s parrvphoiie will provide a portion of the dance music. Admission 2s Gd.—Advt.

Mr and Mrs Jas. Faulkner of Kaita yesterday lost their youngest son Francis Leonard, aged eleven years. The boy had been only a. couple of clays ailing, his complaint proving to be meningitis, and on Monday night his condition grew worse, death resulting yesterday morning. A native of Southland, the deceased was a bright boy.

Old coins were discovered recently' near Mission Bay (Auckland) by,/ah employee of the Public Works Department, which is engaged in making a cutting on the waterfront road at Fort Bastion. The coins, which were found at n> depth of 2ft in black soil among pipi shells, consist of a George HI halfpenny dates 1806, ft George IV halfpenny elated 1826, anti A Queen Victoria shilling dated 1844. The half, pennies are slightly larger than the pre. sept-day coins,

The Christchurch Times states:—A counterfeit florin wais passed at a New Brighton shop on Saturday evening, W itli the date 1915, the coin was similar in every particular to a genuine coin, except that it was-of a slightly lighter colour 'and had no ring. Probably the coin is one of a number which were in circulation some months ago. It is possible, however, that it'may be the first sign of a fresh outbreak. The police have the matter in hand, and in the meantime shop-keepers are warned to keep a good look-out for any further samples. .. ;

What appeared to be a long canoe manned by 26 canoeists was observed just beyond the line of breakers near the East End pavilion of New Ply. mouth on a recent morning. A more thorough inspection with the aid of field-glasses revealed, however, twenty: six black swans resting on the sea in single file together. They were still there in the afternoon, but had drifted apart somewhat. It is believed they were a flock on their way to a nesting ground. Swans are very strong flyers and cover great distances by night at this time of the year. It is, their, custom to come down to rest periodically; A Te Henui resident said he had often seen groups of two or three 1 swaps.floats ing in the sea in the same locality, but never before had he seoh so raauy at one time, "" ;

A substantial drop in the number of oases of infectious diseases in the Canterbury and West Coast health districts was shown .in the report for the week ended noon on Monday. For the two previous weeks, the total was increased by a large number of cases of diphtheria in an i institution; the number of cases of this disease reported last week was about normal, Compared with the thirty cases reported in the two districts for the week ended the loth inst., theiv were twenty-four for the week endtf:l noon yesterday. No cases wore reported from tho West Const d:rtrict. In Canterbury, the. following were reported: Scarlet fever, 8; diphtlicrin, 5; tuberculosis, 3; cerebro spinal meningitis, 1; pneumonia, 5: erysipelas, 2. Deaths in tho Canterbury district were five. Tuberculosis. 4, cerebro spinal meningitis, 1. There was one death from pneumonic influenza in the West Coast district.

They Say—Jumpers and jumper suits are the correct thing for spring and summer wear. We have these iii great variety. Floral silk voiles are pjoing to be most popular this year for ladies dainty" frocks, Ladies summer underwear. Pleated , (silk skirts in assorted colours, tweed coats and girls navy cotton gym. frocks are among the other lines of interest nyw showing at Addisons.—Advt.

Men! We have now tbs new goods in our Men’s Department. The latest in Richfield shirts, Parisian ties and fancy sox. Prices right at McKay’s.—Advt.

The game of tennis steadily increases in popularity and there .is a growing, demand among players for racket strings 'locally. To meet ,this demand L. S. Ross has installed, a stringing machine which automatically puts even tension on every string and retains the original shape of the frame. Mr Ross extends a hearty invitation to players to see the machine in operation.—2l.

Wo have now in stock a splendid variety of general household crockery at prices that can’t be beaten, i. Stephens, Proprietress.^—Advt,

With the continued fine weather tennis players will be looking forward* to early playing this season. With this in view A. W. Yarrall has landed his new season’s tennis rackets, and is now showing all the best makes, and as usual the prices are right, ranging from 15s. Call and inspect.—Advt. „ r Woods 1 Great peppermint Cure lor influenza colds.

M.. Houston and Co. notify , D>"v will sell bv public auction on Friday,, next at the Mart at 2.30 p.m. 240 sacks of chaff.

Air It. Parker, butcher of ltoss, notifies Jiis customers that accounts are strictly monthly and all / overdue accounts not paid by October Bth will be sued for.

Visitors from America are much impressed by the decorum associated with the administration of the law in'* Now Zealand,” said Air J. Terry,‘Hu an address on “Sidelights on American Justice,” at Auckland. “The talking pictures of American Court scenes which show the absence of ceremony and the flamboyance and extravagance of diction and gesture in counsel’s speeches are little exaggerated.”

Following on a visit to the works, the Directors of Ross Lime Coy. met on Saturday 20th inst. General satisfaction was expressed at The smooth running, under load, of the new diesel engine. The chairman (Mr Mulcare) stated that the power problem now appeared to be solved. The steady progress being maintained at the works was most encouraging, and the continued support being-given by farmers gave every reason "for-a, very confident outlook. It is estimated that two thirds of the total power‘generated by the Diesel will be sufficient • to supply present requirements, leaving one third in reserve for future developments. This is regarded as highly satisfactory, particularly Tn view of the low operating costs of this type of engine. . '

Addisons can show you value in hosiery. We stock the best, brands ip all wanted shades. Ladies ' should also be pleased to avail themselves of our repair service for silk hose which should fill a long felt want irt Hokitika.—Advt.

The “Don. Bradman”, cricket bat. New stocks just arrived. 62s 6d each at: Yarrall's Sports 1 Depot, v Revell Street.—Advt. ,

Girl’s gym. frocks with bloomers to match in tussore coloured aglin cloth, all sizes, now in at McKay’s.—Advt,

Everything for the cricketer. New goods just arrived, including/slPthe best makes of bats, balls; leg guards, etc., at Yarrail’s Sports Depot, Revell Street.—Advt.l ■

“Prevention is better than cure." Why not protect yourself from colds this winter? You can with the scientific germicidal fumes of “Nazol.” Disinfect the circle of infection—the nasal and bronchial passages. New double) size— 120 full doses for 2sfld.— Advt.,

Just arrived now stock of Lysle hose in all shades, at McKays.-—Advtv