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Hokitika Guardian, 16 December 1930, Page 4

The world’s best Portable Gramophone, His Master’s Voice at £9. a most suitable ’Xmas present at Ynrrall’s, Revolt Street.—Advt.

Sfi Mary’s Social} Wednesday DOcfefriber l7tli. Final of season, §uppel\ Admission 2s.— Advt. >

The l'oad via the Kapitea creek bridge to Kiunara is again open for traffic. Some time ago the northern approach to the bridge was washed out, but traffic is now restored. A strong protection has been put in at the point of attack by the stream.

The childrens fancy dress ball in the Koiterangi Public Hall takes place tomorrow ("Wednesday) evening. Children (who will be admitted free) will have the floor till 10 p.m., when adult dancing will take place.

An improvement has been earned out lately to Ruatapn road which, is appreciated by traffic. The road has been well straightened now after crossing. South creek bridge, cutting out some bad turns and giving greatly improved The Toad through to Lake Mahinapua is in good order for the holiday and picnic traffic. y’lie Railway Department if? about to erect ia shelter for boiling water near Mahinapua railway station which will be convenient for all picnics.

Orchestral music, granted the combination -of instruments is right, and the selections good, .is always agreeable to the listener, especially so when lie knows that the playeip are all young folk or the district giving their time and tafent to assist worthy causes. St. Paul’s Amateurs’ orchestra is just that arid its appearance and part itl the Club's efforts can always be reckoned to please. They will render three special on Thursday evening, Don’t miss them.

The members of the Committee of the R.S.A., entertained the ladies who had been assisting the local Soldiers’ Club in years past, at a conversazione at Preston’s tea rooms, last evening. About thirty people were present, and a beautiful repast was prepared b'y Mrs Preston, who also provided a lucky seat the occupant of which, who proved to be Mrs H. Stapleton, was the recipient of a, Christmas cake. Mr Evans (President' of the Club) was chairman of the meeting and expressed the appreciation of the Club for the many years of generous service given. In addition to community singing, Miss Gi°se, Mesdames Paterson and Parkhill, Mr Gilchrist and Mr Liddicot rendered vocal items, while Mr Menzies gave two musical monologues. Occasion was taken also to wish bon voyage to Mrs Marshall, who is leaving in the new year for England. Mrs Pork-hill on behalf of the ladies, thanked the Committee for the happy recognition of the ladies’ services, stating they were all only too ready to help when assistance wag required. The singing of Aulcl Lang Syne and the National Anthem, with to the ladies, concluded a very pleasant two hours’ gathering.

Dry Hair ! Use Brice’s Circassian Cream. Aids growth, nourishes the se.nld. prevents dandruff. Lawn’s, Hairdresser.—Advt.

Matron Strongman, Westland Hospital, will be glad to receive donations, either cash or kind for their Christmas Tree at the hospital. AH donations will be gratefully received and courteously acknowledged.—Advt.

With ’Xm<w? only a few weeks away its none too early to select your ’Xmas gifts—Tf “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 Coast Complete Home Furnishers, Greymouth, at prices to meet your requirements.—Advt.

The circle of infection for coughs, colds, sore throats, and influenza includes the throat and nose. Disinfect the bronchial passages with “Nazol." A sure, safeguard against infecv.on. New double size—l2o full doßes for 2s 6d

Something worth knowing that Addisons have a great variety of men’s shirts, pyjamas, soxs, ties anil handkerchiefs, for Xmas trade at prices to suit all purses. Shop early while stocks' are good.—Advt.

A meeting of trustees of the Hokitika' Savings Bank will be held on Friday next at 2.30 p.ni.

Certain pleases from YarrallV Novelty Depot of ’Xmas goods. Gifts to delight everyone and things which last better and brighter.—Advt.

Attention is drawn by the State Forest Service to the fact that persons lighting fires on or near the Ross Itoac} Plantation are liable to prosecution under the Forests Act and on conviction to a fine of £SO. The cooperation of the local inhabitant); in the safe-guarding of this area will be appreciated by the Department.

For all sorts of bargains call at- J V Hall’s mart South Revell Street. Christmas novelties of all descriptions. Toys for children '.include wheelbar v rows, tricycles, mechanical toys . and dolls- Large assortment furniture just opened including children’s high chairs, chair commodes, wooden bedsteads, etc. Fine stock of crockery. Call and inspect.—Advt.

At the Grcymouth Court yesterday morning, Gregory O’Neill, known as .Tames Scott, of Waiuta, appeared on a change, that at Wellington, on June 23, 1927, ho committed bigamy. On the application of Detective H. C. Mutch an adjournment wr*s made until December 22, he stating that cue witness was unable to attend, 'that day. Accused was on summons, and had not been artested. The Magistrate, Mt‘ W. Meld rum granted an adjournment.

A fine painting of the late Sir John Findlay has been presented to the Legislative Council bv Ladj T Findlay, who recently returned from England. 'Sir John Findlay wap leader of the Legislative Council from 1996 to 1911, and was a member of the House of Representatives from 1917 to 1919. He was a native of Hokitika. The painting shows Sir John in full figure, lit was executed by ’Sphinx,” a well-known London artist. Lady Findlay has also presented to the Supreme Court Library a painting of her late husband by Mr 11. S. Claus ton.

Messrs W. W.eddel and Co. Ltd., advise dated London 12th inst.: — ‘•Danish ibutter 140 s to 142 s (last week 130 sto 1325). New Zealand, unsalted, 116 s to 120 s (110 s to 116 s). New Zealand, -salted 112 s to lifts (102 s to 106 s). Market firm. New Zealand cheese, white, 62s to 65s (58s to 60s). New Zealand cheese, coloured 60s to 63s (56s to 58s). Market firm. _ Canadian cheese, white, 75s to 78s (74s to 78s). Canadian cheuse, coloured, 7os to 76s (74s to 765.)”

The development of local talent no lass than that of local industry is surely to be commended. To discover the talent to brighten life is a discovery indeed. Mary Taylor is. only ait housemaid, Sam a waiter, but to Watch their work is to recognise talent and the name fact is true bf all the seventeen young people who figure in the Comedy and Farce for Ilvursday evening, They are confidently looking to their fellow townspeople to show approval of their efforts by a bumper house that evening.

Special holiday return trips arranged Parties of four to Lake Kanieri, also Waiho Glacier. For particulars ring ’Phone 176. Thos. Moore—Advt.

Natural Beauty for your hair with. Brice’s Regenerator. Lawn’s, .Hairdresser.—'Advt.

Presents men appreciate, wide end ties, pyramid handkerchiefs, luvisen shirts, pyjamas, hate, sports coats and trousers are some of the attractions at Schroder’s ’Xmas fair. For carpets, hearth rugs, door mats, linoleum squares, curtains you can not do better than pay Schroder and Co. a visit. ’Phone 121v5., the progressive drapers. —Advt.

Don’t, worry about what to give for ’Xmas. Make out your list and call to-day at Addisons for a good selection of pyjamas, shirts, wallets, shaving outfits, ties, sox, suspenders, handkerchiefs etc, etc. Phone 89.—Advt.

Heavy quality linoleum, newest designs, usual price 8s 6d, sale price 6s lid per yard at Bade’s Great Initial Sale.—Advt.

McKay’s notify that from now on they are not allowing any gloves or hosiery out on approval.—Advt.