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Hokitika Guardian, 30 December 1930, Page 4

As usual the “Guardian” will be published on New Year’s Day. The Boss Public Picnic took place to-da.V. Fireworks for the New Year, Crackers, Throwdowns, Moon Crackers. At Van-all's Novelty Depot.—Advl. The Railway Department* advertises in this issue particulars ol timetable alterations on 2nd January, also train arrangements in connection with the Trotting Races at Hokitika on 3rd January.

The Grey Jockey Club meeting opens to-morrow and will he continued on New Year’s Day.

The Wijst Coast howling tournamentis set down for Ruuanga for the week beginning on Monday, February 9th. Entries close on January 19th

In another column it is notified that a number the business places will he closed oil New Year’s Day and on Friday, opening on Saturday morning from 8 to noon.

The duties of the local Police have been remarkably easy during the holiday week, the general conduct of the people 'biting v)ery ordieiHy, and lie trouble has been experienced.

In view of tbe bowling match against Runanga on Saturday week local players are advised to put in all possible practice. The game will tie for the Reynolds Badges held by Hokitika.

The Westland Trotting Club meeting takes place on the Hokitika racecourse on Saturday next. There are capital nominations and handicaps are due to-night, acceptances closing on Friday night at 8 o’clock. Everything points to the Club having a very successful meeting.

Mr Les. Griminett the “Jazz Pianist’’ in the Gloomchasers Revue Coy. who appeared here recently, has composed a fox trot called “Sulky BairF” ■ The Highmaster of the Black Hand Orchestra has received the original copy to-day, with the compliments and best wishes of the composer, The orchestra. will play “Sulky Baby” at the New Year’s Eve Dance to-morrow night commencing at 9.39. Admission 2s fid, —Advt

An unusual and difficult operation was recently performed at Gisborne hv Mr F. Valentine on a half-grown sheep-dog. The clog showed signs of acute suffering and was walking as stiffly as df it had swallowed a ramrod. Th e dog was chloroformed, and the surprising discovery was made that lie had swallowed a wooden skewer Tin in length. The operation was a complete success, and not long aiterwards the deg was able to run about again, though obviously suffering from the effects of the operation. How the dog was able to swallow a piece of wood Tin long is a mystery whjch Mr Valentine was unable to explain.

A six-roomed house situated in (Stafford . Street, Blackball, owned and occupied by Mr T. Heyward, was destroyed by fire at 9.15 p.m. on Saturday. Mr Heyward was in the front room and Airs Heyward was at the front gate when the fire started in the wash-house at the rear of tbl house. Although the fire had only a small hold when discovered, nothing could he done owing to the lack ol water, and very few articles v ere removed before the rescuers were overcome by smoke. , The origin of the fire is a mystery, as there had been no fire in the wash-house since Tuesday. The house and furniture were insured with the State Fire Insurance. A further outbreak of fire occurred at 1.15 a.m. on Sunday, when the fiveroomed residence of Mr G. W. Nuttall, senr., Main Road, was completely destroyed. The fire had a good hold when discovered and nothing could he clone to save it. Mr Nuttall was on holiday, visiting relatives at Runanga at the time of the outbreak. The building was insured.

New Strength created hv British Yeast-O-Cod Tablets which build firm flesh and increase weight. AV. E. "Williams, Chemist. —Advt.

Stephens Bros, draw your attention that theii sale is still on and all goods must he sole 1 at any reasonable price. Included among the bargains are 100 doz. Indies’ neckwear to he sold at Id each. Come and see for yourself.— Aclvt.

Kokatahi Gun Club M'ill hold a clay bird match at Kokatahi or New Year’s Day. The first annual competition for the silver mounted shield donated by Air J. AtcCallum, for competition bv membei'S of AVest Coast affiliated clubs and to be competed for annually on the Kokatahi ground. Handicap sweepstake of 12 birds. Nomination ss. Ladies:—Trophies Ist donated by Airs E. Sheniff, 2nd trophies donated by the Club. Entry Is, shooting commences 1 p.m. sharp.—Aclvt.

Sickly, Underweight Children restored to vigorous health by taking, British Yeast-O-Cod Vitamine Tablets. AV. E. Williams.—Advt.

Circassian Cream for dry, lifeless hair. Brings back natural charm. Lawn’s, Hairdresser.—Advt.

A large assortment of childrens’ frocks is now showing at Patersons. Sizes 'from 1(1 to 39. Come in and inspect . Also a wide range of ladies’ is now to hand at very moderate prices.—Advt,

Buy your toys at the Eonomical Crockery shop, cheapest and best in town. P. Stephens proprietress.— Advt.

Xmas shopping is a pleasure at the Economical Crockery shop, where you can buy gifts of every description at lowest prices, Inspect our display of new stntury the ideal Xmas gilt. Economical Crockery shop. P. Stephens proprietress. —Advt.

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

Another shipment of Vocalion records just arrived. All the latest 2s 6cl each. At Yarrall’s, Re veil Street. —Advt.

The usual custom will be followed on New Year’s Eve when the firebell will ring out the Old Year and ring in the New Year. Revel 1 Street will be closed to traffic by vehicles on New Year’s Eve from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.

At the Totara Hall, Boss, to-morrow (Wednesday) night the Rons Fire Brigade will welcome in the New Year with a grand ball at which old time dances will I>© arranged. The gathering should prove an attractive one.

The. hot weather now being experienced has drawn many votaries to the sea beach where a dip in the briny is a popular feature. The swimming baths have also been well patronised ol late.

There are many camping parties scattered about the district and the season its proving a. very suitable one for the purpose. Lake Kanieri with .its many nooks and corners within reach by motor car is specially suitable for this mode of holiday making.

A bazaar in aid of the Bov Scouts trip to Christchurch to greet the Chief Scout will be held in the Scout Hall, behind S. J. Preston’s shop on Wednesday all day and night. Everything for the house on sale. Come and help the boys please.—Advt.

At the recent theory examination hold by the Associated Board three young candidates presented by the local Convent—Kitty Hahn, Betty nnd Minnie Haddock—were responsible for achieving an unusual record in all securing the maximum marks 99. Both teachers and pupils deserve congratulations on such an excellent result in Grade 1. In Grade II Nancy and Patricia Toohcy were also highly successful gaining respectively 93 and 95 marks.

The service at Holy Trihitv Church, Grey mouth on Sunday morning, took the form of a memorial to the late Mr William Robert Kettle, in whose memory a handsome brass lectern, pie_ sented to the Church hv his widow and children (Mi’s Kettle, Miss V. Kettle Mrs J. It. Renton-Wa-tt, Wellington. and Mr C. L. Kettle), wri? unveiled. Special hymns were sung and an appropriate sermon was delivered hv Archdeacon Jermyn, while Mr IS. Nicholson sang the solo. “God Shall Wipe Away All Tears.” The lectern, which was formally presented to the Churcli by Miss Kettle and dedicated hv the Archdeacon stands sft 2m high, and is in the form of an “eagle displayed” (to use the heraldic term) mounted on a gold ball, which m its turn is mounted on a beautifullywrought bra.fi pillar. The inscription. which isi on the gold sphere immediately below the eagle, reads as follows- —“In loving memory of William R. little, died 24/11/28. aged 73 years. The gift of his widow and children.” The makers of the lectern are Messrs James -and Will is, ot Birmingham.

Rich Blood created -by British Yeast-O-Cod Tablets—firm flesh, new strength. W. E. 'Williams, Chemist. Advt.

With ’Xmns only a few weeks away its none too early to select your -Xmas gifts-If “What to give ’ is your problem, solve it. easily and appropriately with furniture, cushions, linen, upholstered chairs, gramophone and records, carpets, crockery, crystal, all gifts of thoughtfulness anti lasting remembrances. You will .uu beautiful, practical, and serviceable goods at Harley’s, the huge West Coast Complete Home Furnishers, Greymonth, at prices to meet youi requirements. —Advt.

Virile Health created by British Yeast-0-Cod Tablets which build up W. E. William.. Chemist. —Advt.

“Nazol” is the scientific, commonsense remedy for coughs, colds and hay o v er Clears the bronchial passages. Gives prompt relief. 120 doses are contained in the new double size for 2s 6d.—Advt.

Dandruff disappears when you . Brice’s Dandruff Prescription. Lawns, Hairdresser.— Advt.