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Hokitika Guardian, 23 February 1931, Page 4

A meeting of tho Executive of the ltetmned Soldiers’ Association will bo bold to-night ;it the Soldiers' Hnll. business commencing punctually at 7.15 o’clock.

New Season's goods are now back to 191-1 prices. This is welcome news for all in these hard times. Visit Schrollers and Co.—Advt.

A motion of sympathy with the relatives of tht' late Mr Aitliur Chiton, an ex-member of the Hokitika High Sclioi.l Board and the Westland Education Board, was passed at the meeting o. the Canterbury Education Board at- Christchurch 011 Friday.

The fine weather of the past fortnight ended on Saturday evening when a northerly gale set in. There were heavy showers about 8 o'clock, and aj intervals during the night, blit from daylight on Sunday morning there was a steady rain all day and night. 'Phis morning the ruin had cleared again, though it was cloudy. Mr O'Brien ALP. who was in town for the week end, was interviewed in lespect to the conditions for relieving unemployment. Some cases of hardship in respect to the regulations were brought under notice, and Mr O’Brien promised to communicate with the Minister of Labour in respect to the matters referred to.

“I wish to point out that four married women have been Mincessiul applicants for positions,” said Mr R. Wild at- the meeting of the Canterbury Stlucatioli Board on Friday. “Why appoint them” asked Air . P. Speiifet' . It was resolved that the boal'd should reiterate its request fot d'seretiouary powers in connection with the appointment of married women.

New Zealand will enjoy hut a few more weeks of daylight saving, for the present term of summer time will end on the morning of March 15 next, when the hands of the clock will have to he reversed by half an hour to restore standard time. The statutory live months of summer time commenced on October 12 of last year, wh('ii time-pieces were advanced by tliirtv minutes.

\Ye are now near closing day of otir Great Clearing Sale. New autumn goods to hand—Brings us back to the 1914 prices, it is the only solution to these hard times.—A visit to Schroder and Co. will repay you. Phone 121 S Advt.

The funeral of the late Mrs James Duncan of Gibson Quay, took place on Saturday afternoon and was attended by a large number of mourners. The Rev. Father McKay conducted the sendee at the graveside. Requiem Mass having been celebrated at St. Mary’s Church in the morning. There were many handsome floral tributes placed on the grave.

Tt- was announced at Wellington on Friday that Christmas seal stamps in aid of the conipaign against tuberculosis will he withdrawn from sale from February 28. Chiefly owing to the general economic condition the sales have not been as great as was expected, though doubtless the; fuelthat the stamps will shortly be no longer procurable will cause many to avail themselves of the final opportunity to purchase them.

011 Wednesday night at the SolidersHall there will he a bumper attendance on the occasion of the benefit hall for the earthquake relief fund. Folk are coming from far and wide for the evening, and the hall will b? taxed for capacity. The Black Hand Orchestra will supply the music and extras Avill he provided by Mr Parry. The benefit is lining conducted on very economical lines, all giving their services gratis, so that there should he a substantial contribution to the fund.

The death is recorded of Mr Bert Hancock, licensee of the Riccarton Hotel, Christchurch, and a well-known Nelson hotelkeeper. The deceased, who at one time kept the Queen’s Hotel at Christchurch was well known on the West Coast, ond was a popular figure. He was the owner of several trotting ’horses, including Nancy Bingen. The late Air Hancock, who was about 49 years of age, leaves a widow, a daughter of Air H. Johnson, of Kumara.

The West Coast is not so unlucky nfterall—there are some extraordinary fine bargains in mens’ wear at Stopforth’s Great Summer Sale. Just take a gaze Ins his windows to-day.— Advt.

The rain militated against tlie Tarpaulin Muster on Saturday night. There was a good crowd around when a heavy sou-east shower drove all and sundry to the verandahs lor shelter, after which they quietly made fdr home. The Municipal Band gave a very fine programme after 9 o’clock. Those who had remained felt sorry for those that had left, missing such a fine programme. The Boys Drum and Fife Band played several numbers oarlv in the evening and they hoy-like put some pop into their playing. Nevertheless they played sweetly and correctly. Another musical item worthy of note was the Cock o’ the North. ]>v Mr .T. Johnston, and several other Scottish tunes, well played. This ent'huiast well repeated the good °ld maxim that “one volunteer is worth ten pressed men". The sum of £‘6/7/9 was thrown into the tarpaulin, the Black Hand throwing the other had crown which made it up to £‘6/10 / -. The following is the division of coins received: —S halfpennies. Ido pennies. 33 threepences, 26 sixpences, 26 shillings. 16 florins. 16 halfcrowns. Total coins 219. Sharland’s Vinegar is not only palatable, it is pure piquant and strong. The best quality vinegar for your table. In bottle or hulk.— Advt.

Last few days of Yarrall’s 'Removal Sale. Do not miss the bargains. Everything marked below cost. See onr windows for prices.—Advt. The Arch Little Shoe Store has extended its sale during this week. Hundreds of satisfied patrons last week. See windows. —Advt. .Messrs AY. Jeffries and Co. and National Mortgage Coy. will .sell at the show grounds, Greymouth, on Saturday next consignments ol stud Romney and Southdown rams. A meeting of the Ladies’ Gymnastie Club, senior .members, will be held at the Soldiers’ Hall to-night. Businesimportant. A large attendance is requested.

The heavy rain yesterday (3.09 indies for 24 hours) resulted in a heavy flood in the river yesterday aGeriioon. Kokatahi load was iincb r wat 'r y st(>r. day afternoon and was impassable in the evening. Floods hold up the South motor service yesterday below Mariliari.

During last week men were employed by the .Borough Council, County Council, Harbour Board and Hospital Board under the No. 5 Unemployment Scheme. The wages paid out for the week totalled about £IXO. A larger number of melt will be employed during tlie current wiieli.

Screw top quart preserving jilt's 3 for 2/-, llh screw top jam jars 3 far 1/6, covered jelly jars Cd pair, jelly glasses 0 for 1 /-, large jam jars uncovered 3 for 1/0. Large wooden spoons 1/each. Jam covers sd, Preserving pans all at reduced prices at Ynri’all’s Novelty Depot Sale.—Advt.

Tlio funeral of the late Air Arthur Clifton of Rimti, took place on Saturday afternoon. There was a large following of friends from all parts of the district, and many floral tributes were received from sorrowing friends. The Hev. H. T. Knights conducted the services at All Saints Church and the graveside.

The Dance to he held in the R.S.A. Hall next Wednesday in aid of the Earthquake Fund should be most enjoyable. Cool drinks and ice cream will he procurable and the music will be supplied by the “Black Hand Orchestra” and the La 'Parryphone, who have organised the function. Realising the many calls on the “sports” of the town, the price has been fixed at 2/- admission. This should ensure a bumper house.— Advt.

The sum of £6 10s was collected per medium of the tarpaulin off Revell Street on Saturday night, in aid of the Earthquake Fund. The weather was not too propituous at intervals Music was supplied by the School and Municipal hands, and Air J. Johnston was the piper. Mr T. AY. Bruce .undressed the assemblage and made an appeal for funds, also thanking those who assisted with fhc music.

The death of Mrs Heslan, widow of the late Air B. Heslan of Kokatahi, took place yesterday at her residence. The deceased had a fall a few weeks ago which fractured a thigh. She was a native of County Westmeath, Deland and was 85 years of age. She arrived in New Zealand 55 years ago in the sailing ship Tinter Nabby, and had resided for the past 53 years in Kokatahi. Her husband predeceased her some 16 years ago. She is survived by a family of four, three daughters (Alt’s JPeake of Hokitika, Airs B. O’Brien, and .Miss Kate Heslan of Kokatahi) and one son (Air Patrick Heslan of Kokatahi). Alany friends will regret the passing of a sterling pioneer and extend to the members of the family their deep sympathy.

AYe understand the Soldiers’ Hall lias been booked for each AA ednesdaj night from now on right through the dancing season, by an organisation known as the “Hinemoa Revellers”. They intend holding an assembly each Wednesday from 8.30 to 12, with a long night monthly. When the Hall is required for the usual annual dances of societies etc. of the town, the Assembly will he held some other night, due notice of which will he given. The promoters have been lucky in securing the services of the “Black Hand Orchestra” to supply the music. Variety will play a big part in these functions as they intend catering for learners, the finished article and an occasional night for juveniles, not forget, ting a fair proportion for “Old Time Dancers”. First Assembly night >B-30 to 12 p.m., March 4th. —-Advt.