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Hokitika Guardian, 20 December 1930, Page 4

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

The Railway Department advertises in this issue alterations and additions to tho train services from 24th to 29th December, in connection with the Christmas Holidays, also Hokitika Races on 26th and 27th December. A cheap excursion from Greymouth to Lake Mahinapua has been arranged for Sunday, 28th December.

The (following .will represent Old Boys in a match to bo played against Eimu on Sunday, at one o’clock, on the M°ntail Hospital grounds.—Blair, Coililolly, Del bridge, A, Jolley, Morgan, Schroder, Stapleton, Williams, R. Bell, A. Keller, J, Richards. Emerg.: V, Stapleton.

The drawing, of ths R.S.A, art union takes place in ten days’ time, and from now on there should he a strong demand for tickets which are on sale throughout the district. Gold nuggets of sterling value constitute the prizes which should be very acceptable to the lucky ones. The drawing taker* place definitely on the evening of the 31st inst.

A large assortment of childrens’ frocks is now showing at Patersons. Sizes from 16 to 39. Come in and inspect . Also a wide range of ladies’ is now to hand at very moderate prices.—Advt.

Several business premises about the town are being smartened up and some enlarged for the Christmas trade. This displays a proper faith in the immediate future, and the confidence will not he misplaced. The Christmas trade has now set in, and there are indications the trade will he well up to the average. Fancy goods and other shops arc well stocked with novelties, and there is a wide range of choice to meet the demand o? present-giving.

High honours were gained by Stuart Gordon, an inmate of the Jubilee Institute for the Mind at the recent examination conducted in Auckland by the 'trinity College of Music. He gained 90 per cent of the possible nwrlM in the , intermediate section (pianoforte), which was not only the highest marking 'for the Pet-ember examination but higher than the best marks gained at the examination held in June. As a result of his outstanding achievement he received the silver honours medal for his grade. Gordon, who is 18 years of age, has been blind from birth, and has been at the Institute since 19*21. He not only plays the piano but is proficient with the pipe organ, saxophone, clarinet, and several other instruments. He is a member of the Institute’s full band as well as of the jazz dance hand.

Exquisite Indian handworked embroidered linen n apery, including dainty handkerchiefs, afternoon, and supper sets just opened nut at Schroder’s, suitable for Christmas gifts. Also very dainty bed spreads.—Advt.

Mothers! Keep children’s hair healthy. Use Brice’s Dandruff Prescription. Lawn’s, Hairdresser. —Advt.

With ’Xmas 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 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 infeci.on. New double size—l2o full doses for 2s fid

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

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

Gifts of hosiery, gloves, napery, perfumes, powders and soaps are always appreciated. See Addisons for variety and value.—Advt.

Christmas attractions at Schroder’s Christmas fair can be found in exquisite lingerie, hosiery, gloves, sports hats, choice millinery, summer wraps, dainty frocks, delightful napery, happi coats for beach wear, handkerchiefs, delicate soaps and perfumes by Ynrdley and Morny. Inspection cordially invited and every attention is assured at Schroder’s.—Advt,

The entries for the Xmas sale of fat stock at Araliura on Monday appear in this issue.

Certain pleasers from Y.a mill's Novelty Depot of ’Xmas goods. Gifts to delight everyone and things which last better and brighter.—Advt,

Mr Jules Keller of the staff of the National Bank is under orders to transfer to Wellington and leaves in about a fortnight.

Two cricket teams of -Canterbury boys who are on a tour of the West Coast arrived by train from Greymouth last evening. To-day they are playing local teams, one at the Mental Hospital grounds and the other on Cass Square.

The Minature Golf Course in Tailored .Street is now receiving the fitiislitouches and the course will be open for play on Monday night from 7 o’clock. The takings for the night are being donated by the management to the Hospital Xmas Cheer fund. The course has been set up in the most approved modern manner and should prove a very attractive one.

Patersons have a wonderful large collection of Xmas handkerchiefs boxed and separate at prices to suit all pockets, also a dainty 'Selection * fancy need’c cases, soap, and perfumes, linen cloths and runners, etc., etc. Men’s wear a speciality. See these for youl*- 1 selves.—Advt,

The dance in All Saints' Hall last evening in aid of the St. Saviour Orphanages was a great success. There was a captial attendance and splendid music was supplied by the Melody Orchestra. A good supper was provided by the ladies’ committee. The proceeds of the function will he spent locally and suitable gifts will be sent away to cheer the orphans this Christmas tide.

With a twinkle in his eyes, Archbishop Julius, speaking at the farewell to the Rev. E. C. Cirosse and Mrs Crosse at Christchurch on Thursday afternoon, told hoWj ten years ago, when in the Old Country, lie first met Mr Crosse, who was then facing a number of eminent educationists, who were helping to tseleet the future head of Christ’s College. “The candidates looked pretty nervous,” said the Archbishop, “and I said, ‘Are you mar l'ied, Mr Crosse?’ Mr Crosse said lie was not, and when I asked if there was any chance of bis salvation, he replied he did not know, hut there was a twinkle in his eye. Some yearn later, one day when I was in Wellington. and Air Crosse was in the North Island, I got a telegram saying, ‘Saved,’ and signed ‘Crosse.’ Then I rushed to the telegraph office and sent off a telegram of congratulations.”

Xmas gifts the men prefer. Fancy silk scarves, luvisca and silk shirts, pyjama suits, hats, fancy socks, ties, handkerchiefs, etc. These can be found in, all the latent at Frank Bade’s.—Advt.

“New hair appeared after few applications,” writes enthusiastic user of Brice’s' Regenerator. Lawn’s, Hairdresser.—Advt.

Gifts the ladies will appreciate this Xmas. Fancy bordered linen supper cloths-, tray cloths, Cushions, fancy towels, perfume sets, handkerchiefs, Bilk hose, utility shopping bags, etc. Call to-day and select from a large assortment at Frank Bade’s. Advt.

Just arrived, the very latest in fabric and kid gloves, ladies hose which are all in the leading makes,. now so much in demand; Schrodei s emporium is fully stocked in all departments—shop early at Schroder’s to he in time.—Advt.

When you buy vinegar get the best, Stipulate Sliarland’s Vinegar. So pure, so piquant, so strong.