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Hokitika Guardian, 8 December 1930, Page 4

All the latest song and dance hits on 'vocalion records at 2s 6d, Why pay more? -At Yarrall’s Revell Street. —Advt.

There was ft fine day on Saturday with unusal warmth, and in the evening a glorious full moon made its appearance, but later the sky clouded and some light rain fell during the night, clearing on Sunday morning, and remaining fine for the rest of the day, There were some light showers during the night, but this morning was again fine.

Concert find bull, Rimu Town Hall, Friday, December 12th in aid of St. Mary's School, Rimu. Capital programme, which will include some performers from Hokitika. A ball will follow, for which complete arrangements have been made. Admission, concert Is; ball, gents, 2s bd; ladies Is.—Advt.

On Wednesday evening at the Public Hall, Kokatahi, an attractive entertainment will be given. The first half will be a selected musical programme, while in the second half the Kokatahi Lilies will give an attractive minstrel performance, introducing a number of special items, choruses, solos and interesting quips and local hits. Altogether an enjoyable entertainment is assured patrons. A dance will be held at the conclusion, for which complete arrangements have been made.

YnrralPs Music Depot have been appointed local agents for the new vocalion records. These records are double sided and retail at 2s 6d, call .and hear them and select the latest song oi fox trot. —Advt.

The following is the allocation of stalking blocks in 'South Westland (Haast Region) for next season: — Block 2 or Thomas Block (alternative), J. Harrison and partner, Seddonvillo; Block)* 4 and 5, Sir Douglas Hall and party, England; Block 3, R. J. Hill and 'Captain Richardson, Wellington; Block 6, E. M. Hutchison and partner, Gisborne; Block 7, J S. Hunt and partner, Pembroke; new Block (head of Moernki and Paringa Valleys) Captain Holdsworth and partner, Gisborne ; also one block reserved for stalking party from Orepuki. Applications may still be forwarded for the country no so far allotted.

Messrs C. E. Meredith, Ltd., Waimate, notify special prices for fruits and vegetables. Summer is here. A dip in the Municipal Swimming Baths on a day like to-day would be just the beau ideal. Col Iyer’s Laundry notify that they will close for the ’Xmas holidays on ueeember 24th., re-opening on the 29 th. Messrs W. Jeffries and Co. will sell by auction at the Mart oil Thursday next at 2.15 p.m. first class household furniture. The flags on the Post Office anti Government Buildings were flown at half in a ist to-day the death having occurred of tiie Hon. John Barr, M.L.0., of Canterbury. Ladies! We have a very fine range of pure linen supper cloths, white and coloured bordered. Give one to your friends this 'Xmas; it will l>e greatly appreciated. Frank, Bade.— Advt. On Saturday afternoon the Municipal Baths were well patronised by the young folk. From now on with the abundant supply of fresh water available the baths should become increasingly popular. Nominations for the Christmas meeting of the Westland Racing Club close to-night at 8.30 o’clock. The Committee meets immediately after to complete final arrangements for the race meeting, the general preparations for which are well advanced already. The death occurred on Saturday at DHlmnnstown at the residence of his sister, of Mr James O’Brien, one of the earliest pioneers of the Grey district, who came at the outset of the mining industry and spent half a century in the Moon Gully district. A native of Ireland, he had attained the age of 84 years, and was highly esteemed by all those who knew him. He was unmarried and is survived by his sister, Mrs J. Murphy, of Dillmanstown, whilst another sister was the late Mrs Fitzpatrick, of Wallsend. The cycle road race from Taylorville to Dunollie which was held on Saturday afternoon under the auspices of the Brunner Sports Club was won after a great race by the scratch rider, H. Turtill, in the excellent time of 44 minutes 45 seconds. This rider also put up fastest time. P. Duffy, (3 minutes) was second and J/ Doig (4min 30sec) was third. Turtill won in a close finish, and just managed to draw up with the leaders. There were ten starters. The next race on Saturday week will probably be from Taylorville to Ngahere and return.

At the time ofHlie Fire Brigades Conference at Hokitika last year, the visitors subscribed a sum of money in appreciation of the entertainment and! reception accorded them by the citizens oif the town, requestng thnt the amount might he put to some memorial. Two seats have been procured and have been placed under the Norfolk pines In front, of Macandrew, Square, adjacent to the Fire Brigade Station. They bear the inscription: “Presented by the U.F.B.A, Delegates, 1929,” The gift is a very acceptable one, and the seats being substantially made will remain as a memorial for many years to come, With ’Xmnfi only a few weeks away its none too early to select your ’Xmas gifts—lf “What to give" is your problem, solve it easily and appropriately with furniture, cushions, linen, upholstered chairs, gramophones and records, carpets, crockery, crystal, all gifts of thoughtfulness and lasting remembrances. You will find ,beautiful, practical, and serviceable goods at Harley’s, the huge West Coasit Complete Home Furnishers, Greymouth, at prices to meet your requirements, —Advt.

Something worth knowing that Addisons are right up-to-date with house furnishings. Carpets, linos, runner and coir matting, hearth rugs, sheets, pillow cases, and curtain nets, lamp shade frames. Prices right. Shop early from full ranges.—Advt.

Our millinery this season has proved a huge success—consequently we have secured a further supply at a big discount from a New Zealand manufacturer. We believe in supporting New Zealand industries. This extra supply i* marked at much lower pnee—do not delay ns the demand is great at Schroder and C'o. ’Phone 1218.—Advt *

Dolls, dolls, dolls! Just opened up at the Economical Crockery shop. Now is the time to secure them and avoid the Xmas rush. 2s 6d deposit will secure any one of these beautiful dolls you see in our window display,* at prices to suit every pocket. P. Stephsns proprietress.—Advt.

Xmas presents to suit everybody at the Economical Crockery shop, don’t miss your chance of getting these lovely gifts put by, because a small deposit will secure any article at the shop for variety and value. Economical Crockery shop. P. Stephens, proprietress.—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