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Hokitika Guardian, 14 February 1931, Page 4

The Grov District contributions to the Earthquake Relief Fund now exceed £IBOO, Mr S. A. Clarke, painter and paperhanger of Sewell Street, guarantees all work, a share of public patronage is invited. A railway excursion from Christchurch to Lake Mahinapun and return, is set down for to-morrow. A large number of people is expected to travel by this experimental outing. On Monday and Tuesday week, Princess Theatre will he occupied by a visiting Dramatic Company which will present the famous war play “Journey's F.nd” on the opening night, and “The New Sin,’’ on the following evening. The Company is appearing successfully at present, at Dunedin. Because of poor patronage, the steamer Hinemoa, which has been running on a round-trip tourist schedule from Bluff to the West Coast fiords, has been withdrawn, and the service has ceased. The scheme was put into operation hist December, the intention being that the Hinemoa should make the cruise LI times in the course of the season. She was due to begin her eight cruise on February 1 1 , but this has now be abandoned. ]f yott want a taxi, day or night, or a trip to Lake Kanieri, ring ’phone No. 176, Thomas Moore, Park Street. Adrt.

Suit cases, usual price Ids now 7s (id. Ladies hand bags, usual price 80s now 22s (id a lew snips at YarntH's clearance sale.—Advt.

We are indebted to the Government lor the supply last night of the I’rinie .Minister's statement on the financial po-ituui. Tne local Telegraph Onice supplied the ‘‘copy” promptly, and tuanKs are due to Hie operators lor tne clearness with which the long statement was pul through, and made available lor the compositor.

At the last meeting o( tile Dominion executive ol the New Zealand Returned Soldiers’ Association a letter from the Unemployment Commissioner in ie|,ly to tlm association’s resolution reaffirming the question of pn feren. e to ex-service men. all tilings being equal, was read. It wa.-> noted wita pleasure that tiie Unemployment Board approved the auepUd policy of the Government that, all other things (icing equal, prcleronre should he given to returned soldiers in the mailer of providing employment. “The new Napier which will spring up in the place of the old wilfbe a model city,” said a Napier man. “In the old town most of the streets were far too narrow, and there was no possible means of widening them. Tn building the new streets care will be taken that they are made wide enough. Old buildings have.been destroyed, and with the new ferro-concrete and other ’quake-proof structures which will replace them, Napier will be one of the most up-to-date towns in the Dominion,” The West Const is not so unlucky afterall—there are some extraordinary fine bargains in mens’ wear at Stopfort IT.s Great Summer Sale. Just take a gaze his his windows to-day,— Advt.

A meeting of the Local Unemployment Committer was held at the Town Hail yesterday afternoon. Present:— .Messrs G. A. Perry (Mayor.), Evans. .M((«a\in, Harvey, Heenan. Armstrong and Coles. The Chairman outlined what had been dene to date, and the a n angemeii Is wire approved, [fusing next week about 40 Borough residents would he employed, and the County residents who had registered and were eligible were also being provided for. Up to the 24th inst. about 30 County residents who were eligible would be at work on the rationed system. The Borough work would include the construction of a drain along East Belt to relieve flood water flowing by the creek off Rolh .'ton street ami flooding areas there: also the opening of .lellie si rent over the hill fn connect with Stafford street. Other useful work was contemplated also on the highways and the clearing of drains. The County work was mainly on the roads am* tracks. It was emphasised that all unemployed .must he registered and the regulations complied with strictly.

The sloop Veronica resembled a floating aviary on her arrival at Auckland yesterday. Members of the crew have a total of 86 canaries which they roseued from captivity following the earthquake. All the birds have taken well to their temporary home, and when many cages were placed in the sun yesterday morning at Auck'nud, they coirped and sang merrily. Many are quite tame, and fly out of their cages and alight on the fingers of their proud owners. One grimy stoker, after finishing 11 is watch below, attended to 1(5 of his pets before he thought of having his own breakfast. “Dozens of dogs ami cats came aboard after the first big shock,” said one of the petty officers. “They seemed to know that it: was. the only safe place for a while. Anyway, we fed them all on scraps, and we had a difficult job to get them off the ship before we left.” Two cats and a black Pomeranian puppy, however, managed to stow away and have now been adopted as permanent pets on the sloop. Only a few wild animals are now required at the Dovonport naval base to consitiute a menagerie, for at present there are a donkey and a number'of sheep in the yard, and a dog and some cats on the Philomel.

Great Removal Sale. Having leased my Novelty Depot I intend holding a gigantic sale and everything lias to he cleared regardless of cost. The sale is now in full swing and a few of the bargains appear in an advertisement elsewhere, A. \V. Yarrall.—Advt, The Economical Crockery Shop offers you special bargains in jam bottles. Yon will lie wise to call and see our large and varied stock, the cheapest and best in town. P. Stephens, proprietress.—Advt. Where housewives shine—polishing floors, furniture and linoleums with “Tan-ol.” Gives a bright, lasting shine—easy to apply—economical to buy. All grocers.—Advt.

The Xnti:'iin 1 Mortgage draws vour attculion to ;i stock sale at Ivokatahi on March 4th. Further entries are invited. Word has been received that A\ aihoWeheka Hoad. whiJi was damaged by the recent floods, is now open for traffic as usual. The order cl .Masses and Devotions in St. Mary’s Parish to-morrow (Sunday) February Loth, will he as follows: Arahura 10 a.m.. Hokitika 8 a.in., 10 a.in.. 7 p.ni. The State Colleries picnic took p’ace in town to-day the excursionists arriviii this morning on trains at 10.3 U and 11 o’clock. 'I lie day was beautifully fine for the outing. As usual l ass Square was the rendezvous, whoie the visitors found plenty to keep them occupied.

Mr \Y. K cosing of Westport, exchampion diver of New Zealand in 11)2-1, has been nominated by the West Coast .Swimming Centre, to represent the West Coast at the New Zealand swimming championships, which are to be held at Wanganui, earlv in .March,

A large crowd attended the datice which was held in All Saint’s Hall last night in aid of the Earthquake Relief Fund. Splendid music was provided by the Melody Orchestra who gave their services free. A light supper was served and a splendid time was enjoyed by all. The nett proceeds—a sum of over £ll will be handed over to the Mayor to-day,

A final reminder is given of the Band concert to be held in the Princess Theatre t-o-morrow evening in aid of the Earthquake Relief Fund. Assisting the Band will be a number of vocal artists and no doubt there efforts will be much appreciated. A big attendant o is anticipated as the benefit is worthy of attendance. A box will be placed at the door for contributions.

In reply to a request by the Local Unemployment Committee that a sum of money he made available for the purpose of sending out parties of prospectors, the Unemployment Commissioner has replied as follows: ‘‘l have to acknowledge receipt of your letter of the 5 th. inst, in reference to sending out parties of prospectors. In reply. T have to advise you that the Board has made an allocation of £2OOO to the Mines Department who are arranging parties on the lines of your suggestion. This matter "'ill be operated by the Mines Department on the same lines ns the prospecting parties under the Mines Act.” 15 per cent, reduction off our new up-to-date stock of shirts, is causing ready sales for cash. Call to-day and secure your shirt requirements, only n limited number left. Frank Bade, ’Phone 179.—Advt.