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Hokitika Guardian, 28 October 1930, Page 4

Returning to ■ New Zealand after having been stationed in Melbourne for 25 years as general agent and freight commissioner for New Zealand in Australia, Mr H. J. Manson, who was a passenger to Wellington by the last steamer, is well qualified to speak on the trade and business relations between the two countries. He has a wide experience of these subjects and has taken considerable interest in the promotion of better trade relations between the two sister dominions. At the present time, he said, Australia was keen to establish better business conditions and was welcoming reciprocal trade with New Zealand. Certain difficulties and obstacles existed, of course, but these were not insurmountable?:. The trade balance was against New Zealand, hut there wa c evidence that conditions from onpoint of view would grow better as time went on. Mr Manson struck an optimistic note so far as the Australian depression was concerned. The country was despondent, of course, he said but those who knew Australia and

knew the Australians knew, too, that when the turn for the better came there, would he a rapid move towards prosperity. The community as a whole was waiting now lor a lead from the authorities which would inspire them with all-round confidence. “There is a much more optimistic feeling now than that which has existed of late,” said Air Munson. “An effort is being made to create a brighter spirit in order to .over: ome that pessimistic fooling that has been all too prevalent. They say that a, pessimist is a mam who sees a difficulty in every opportunity, and an ontimist is a man who sees an opportunity in every difficulty. Tf they follow on those lines there is a. big prospect of combating the bad times that they have been fa-ed with during the last few months.” Mr Manson was very hopeful that the tourist traffic from Australia to New Zealand would see a. big increase this season in spite of the depression. It seemed rather paradoxical, perhaps, but lie believed that it would he so. People over there might find the means and opportunity for shorter trips instead of trips abroad. New Zealand and its wonderful attractions were well known in the Common wealth, and it was only a question of Australians arranging their visits.

Mails which left Auckland on 23rd September per Niagara via Vancouver, arrived in London on 23rd October.

The Kokatalii Lillies who have been reorganised will give their opening performance ill the Public Hall, Koluitnhi, on December 10th,

A grand opening ball will be held in All Saints Hall on Wednesday November oth. Music- by the Melody Orchestra,

Matters are being put in train again for the okl time ball 'at the Soldiers’ Hall, set down for the 12th prox. The country folk will participate in the event more freely on this occasion and a large assemblage is assured.

The death took place on Sunday of Mr Thomas H. Broderick, who carried on the business of storekeeper arid butcher at Waiuta. He was a married man with a wife and young family. He was middle-aged and bad been a resident of the Waiuta district- for many years.

The death occurred at the residence of his sister, Airs Cralbb, at Reefton. of Daniel Walsh, one of the oldest residents of the Reefton district. He was 72 years of age, a native of Australia, and single He is survived 'by one sister (Mrs Crabb) and three brothers, Patrick, Charles and James.

For a few days only Stephens Bros clearing sale will be continued. Every line must be sold and no reasonable offer will be refused. Bargains are offering that cannot be obtained again. Gall and seri for yourself the wonderful values. It is requested that all book debts be paid forthwith or else they will be sued for, —Advt.

The feat of recovering tlie engines from the stranded Elsie and bringing them safely to Hokitika, was performed 'successfully over the week end. It was quite a notable achievement, in view of the many difficulties to be overcome, For the la9t stage from Karangarua to Hokitika, motor transport was used with the success desired.

The Town. Hall, Greymouth, was packed on Saturday evening on the occasion of the- wrestling bout between Kara Pasha (“The Terri/bh Turk”), 12ist 91b, and Alex Lundyn (the Finnish champion) 12st- 12fbs. The bout was scheduled as one of eight tdn- : minute •rounds, font it came to an: abrupt ending in the middle of the sixth round, when the Turk secured a crutch hold and a half-nelson on his opponent, and after a feint to make an aeroplane spin and dump Lundyn over the ropes, Kara Pfyslia clashed the Finn to the mat in a body slam. The thudding noise could be distinctly beard throughout the hall, andLuntlyn. did not rise, being stunned by the hard fall, the full force of which he received across the shoulder blades. Up to that stage of the contest, Lundyn had been in the lead, with one fall, which he secured in the fourth round when lie got a head lock on his opponent, throwing him to the mat witlli a flying tackle and pinning him.

Our new frock lengths are now opened out in silk voile, art/silk morecains, art silk crepe, figured satins, silk rayon, silk rayon brocade, organdie and many other novelties. All cordially in vited. Schroder and Co.—Advt.

The death of Mr John Butler, settler of Wataroa, took place on Sunday at the Westland Hospital, and has caused quite a gloom to be cast over the southern district where lie was so well known. Deceased who was 41 yeaps of age was the son of Mrs J. Butler, of Matainul, widow of the late John Butler, one of the pioneens of the southern district. Deceased leaves a widow who is a sister of Airs D. O'Connor (Greymouth), Mrs Graham (Wailio), Messrs Archibald, Thomas, and M. Mcßride There is also a family of five children. In addition to his mother, deceased leaves m.'ro three sisters, Mrs R. Ecelesfield (North Island), Mrs Mi ley (Wataroa) and Miss Butler, as well as two brothers, Messrs Frank and Tom Butler, of Mntninui. Deceased took medical vdvice only on Wednesday last, and was ordered to the hospital where an operation was necessary for a case of advanced appendicitis, but evidently the remedy was sought too late, and death accrued on 'Sunday afternoon, The funeral took place at Matainui to-day.

Tlu; death took place at Westland Hospital on Saturday of Mr Robert Cant, for sonic time caretaker of the local .swimming baths. Deceased was born at Christchurch and was it years of age and unmarried. The funeral took place yesterday morning.

The Public Works bridge team has just finished a very substantial bridge on the main road across the Clearwater, near Welieka. It has concrete abutments, and with steel girders has a very substantial appearance. All the new bridges south are being finished off with w’d i approaches, giving plenty of room for traffic

"Tie lafc-'t Gazette intimates that November 7th has been set down, as the day upon which nominations for the Unemployment Board, made necessary by the Unemployment Act, and the Unemployment Board Nomination Regulations, 1930. The following members of the Board are to be appointed :—One member nominated by organisations, of employers engaged in primary industries; one member nominated by organisations of (employers engaged in secondary industries ; two members nominated by organisations of workers; one member nominated by the New Zealand Reurned Soldiers Association.

The weather for the week end and holiday was very satisfactory all things considered. On Saturday night and Sunday morning it rained but cleared up after midday and the afternoon was fine. It rained again at night, but yesterday was fine throughout, though at times it threatened rain, and all the outdoor fixtures were successfully carried out, The motor sports regatta at Lake Kftriieri attracted a large number of holiday makers, as did the trotting meeting at Greymouth, while about 150 young people of the Presbyterian Young People’s Association representative of the district from Brunner, Rmiaaga, Greymouth, Kumara, and Hokitika, had a. field day on the Leach at Kumara Junction ancl passed a most enjoyable day.

The death of Mr A. B. King of Hampden Street, which took place this morning at 2 o’clock removes one of the best known personalities in the town. The deceased was a native of Victoria and 71 years of age. He came to Hokitika with his parents in the very early days and has been a resident ever since. He was a well-known member of the First Westland Rifles and Secretary for many years and a well known shot. He was a member of the Hokitika Bowling Club since its inception and has been in the champion West Coast rink on several occasions. Deceased was an accountant, and for many years was in the employ of Messrs Alalfroy and Co. and also Secretary of the Arahura Dairy Factory Company. Of late lie has been in failing health, and the end was not expected. Deceased leaves a widow and one son (Amur!); a sister (Aliss Jane King of Wellington), and two brothers (Mr Rpbert King of Auckland and Mr James King of Hold, tilta). The deep sympathy of the community will be extended to the bereaved widow and family in their loss,

New season’s Handbags are being opened up at Yarrall’s, Revell Street. They are dainty in design, all new shadings and colours and prices which will appeal to all. Inspect to-day and have one put aside.—Advt.

The’re here again prettier than ever. Children's Organdy Bonnets in all dainty colourings; also excellent value in cushions. Make a selection early from full stocWs. Addisons.--. Advt.

You can purchase a lovely silver tray for 8s 6d at’the Economical Crockery Shop and receive a. 7 piece glas9 water set free or you can purchase a tray for 5s lid and receive $ doz. wine glasses. , Thrifty people will do well to consider the great proposition. You can see these trays and sets in our window display. The great house for Crockery. P. Stephens Proprietress. —Advt.