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Hokitika Guardian, 27 February 1931, Page 4

Interest in the visit of Lord and Lady Baden-Powell to our shores is not confined to those immediately associated with the Boy Scout and Girl Guide movements, hut will he shared hy the whole community. The great object of the Scouts is to develop a bo\ s individuality, and therefore their aims and organisation are in contrast with those of the Army, where discipline is designed to make a man an efficient part of a machine, it is a common mistake to suppose that the Scouts are in any sense a military body; theic is nothing in the least military about them. “Those who have seen war have a greater hatred for it than any civilian can ever get,” said Lord Baden-Powell. in a recent interview. “Their aim is always that the hoys should grow up with peaceful minds.” The movement arose from a hook, “Aids to Scouting,” which Lord linden. Powell, who was then serving in India, wrote in 1897 for the use of practical soldiers in the field. At the “coming of i go” review of the Boys’ Brigade, which then numbered 54,(100 boys, Baden-Powell complained of the smallness. of the numbers. He suggested that the numbers could be increased tenfold if the boys were taught scouting. This led to the famous camp on Brounsea Island, where the tests and training of “Aids to Scouts” were enrefuly adapted to the needs of its twenty-eight boys. They were found to be just what the boys wanted and enjoyed. Two months later BadenPowell published the book that made the Scouts— “Scouting for Boys.” Originally written as a handbook for the Boys’ Brigade, it soon reached a larger public, and the Chief Scout was inundated with letters from boys all over the country telling bow they were following out the instructions of his book. .After refusing at. first. King ltdward AMI. later allowed Baden-Powell to resign from the Army and devote himself to the new movement. He spid: “T believe you're right, alter all. ! think it’s going to lie a big tiling.” Subsequent events have shown how right the King was. The movement has spread over the world, ana besides improving the individual has worked for noace and Internationa)

goodwill. The present visit of the Chief Scout and the Leader of the Girl Guides will stimulate interest in these movements, which have as their aim the high ideals of loyalty to God and the King, the helning of other reoplo at a'l times, and obedience to the Scout law of self-discipline and self-sacrifice. As Lord Badcn-Poweit lias nut it : “AYe are hoping by degrees to substitute a sense of goodwill for continual selfishness in the eommun- • tv," This can best he done hy training the young.

The members of the Lrnlies’ Gymmist ir Club are in practice Tor the display on Cass Square on the lLth. prox. Men ! Buy your bat now 29% off all hats. \Y. 11. Sto])l'orth.—Advt. There will be special cycle races on the 18th. prox. in connection with the gala night for the Knrthquako Fund. Lo Roy oily canvas coats, guaranteed, selling less 2 iC, for cash, limited quantity. VT. 11. Stopfortb.-—Advt. The Boy Scouts are arranging a turn out in aid of the Earthquake Fund on Cass Square on Wednesday next. Made’s (3real; Clearing Sale, now in full swing. Special reductions lor the last few days. Buy now and save money. Frank Bade.—Advt. The freight railed through the CHit'a Tunnel last week totalled 801(3 toils, compared with 10,306 tons lor the corresponding period of 1029 and 13,000 tons for 1930. For indigestion there is nothing to equal “X-AN .Mixture” try jt and rid yourself of this troublesome complaint. \V. E. Williams, Chemist.—Advt. The Westport “Xews” says:—A juror, one of the unpaid .Magistrates, happehed to be lilts in arrival tit the Court on Wednesday for the Supreme Court sittings. On his arrival, he tendered an excuse, and Was let off with n fine of £l. For some weeks past an unusual visitor, a white blackbird, lias regularly come to a lawn in Rieearton in the early mornings and in the evenings, says the Christchurch “Times”. It feeds there for a while, and then goes off. To describe the bird as white is a slight exaggeration, but its head, neck and back are white, its underside is a mottled white, and there are white patches in its wings. Tim children ol the house whore the bird lias been seen have tried to secure its friendship with crumbs and other delicacies, lmt so Air have been unsuccessful. White, blackbirds are reported from time to time, and cases have been reported ol birds which have been completely white. Sturdy, virile people, must have proper digestion.,lf you haven’t, take X-AX .Mixture three times daily. X-AN speedily clears un all traces of indigestion. W. E. Williams, Chemist.—Advt. Low prices for sheep are not unexpected this season, but two sales at Addington oil Wednesday will go down in the history of the market as remarkable. One was of nine aged cull ewes which were sold for “Is 3d the. lot”! I,liter a line of 103 4,6, and 8* tooth hullhrod ewes were sold at lid. The sheep were 1 refill Blenheim. They were very ennui i-fl'iiinCd and in poor condition ami their mouths were worn from feeding on. the high shingle country from which they came. They had been on the road for more than two weeks. Similar sales to these are not within the recollections of those who have visited Addington yards for over 30 years. Men! Our suits are superior to most others, guaranteed navy serge suits from 70s fid. Inspection invited. W. II Stopfort.li.—Advt. A suggestion has been made in the Sydney “Sun” that Pbar Lap may come to New Zealand as the star attraction of earthquake benefit race meetings. If he does it is to state that his joint owners will earn a name for themselves beyond anything that can be measured by material standards. When Air D. J. Davis was in New Zealand recently lie stated that it was bis ambition to give New Zealanders the opportunity of seeing the champion in action. J. Pike also, would probably make the trip, and his presence at any Meeting would be an added attraction, as many would he as keen to see him in the saddle as they are to see bis famous mount. The idea has been mooted in the last few days of the Wellington Pacing Club arranging to conduct a special combined Meeting of the Hawke’s Bay and Napier Parle Clubs at Treiitbam. the proceeds to go towards keeping those clubs in existence until such time as racing is aga’n possible in their districts. If this could lie arranged some time after Easter, and one or two weight-for-age events staged to attract Phar Lap. tlie trip over would not interfere with his racing programme in Australia, which would be ended for the season. “Beauty that comes from health has a gentle quality.” Pimples and coarse skin are caused by indigestion. To restore the skin to its original fresh beauty take X-AN Mixture three times daily. W. E. "Williams. Chemist.Advt. Hard times are here! But Bade’s are out to help you to overcome these i hard times by giving special big reductions lor cash at their Great dealing Sale. Buy now. only a few days left.—Frank Bade, ’phone 179.—Advt. The Civil Servants are likely to get a reduction of 10% off their wages. Yes! But Bade’s have reduced their new stock of shirts, pyjamas. and overcoats *20%. 4/- in the € for the last few days of their Great Clearance Sale. Don’t miss this big opportunity. Buy now at Frank Bade’s.—Advt. 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 j :1 limited number left. Frank Bade, ! ’Phone 179, Advt.

Men’s fancy socks to clear at Is Od pair. W. 11. Stopfortb.—Advt. The order of Masses and Devotions in St. Mary’s parish on Sunday, March Ist, will be as follows: Arnhura 1(1 a.m., Hokitika 8 a.in., 10 a.m., 7 p.m. Last few days of Yarrall’s Removal Sale. Do not miss the bargains. Everything marked below cost. See our windows for prices.— Advt. There was a sharp shock of earthquake experienced at (5.50 o’clock this morning. It was a decided jolt that shook houses considerably, and caused some alarm. Nog. shirts, collars to match, fast colours, wonderful value from 4s 11. \Y. 11. Stopfortb.--Advt. For that irritating flatulence after eating, try X-AX .Mixture. X-AX freshens up the stomach glands, multiplies the digestive iuiccs, purifies the blood and restores the muscular action to the intestines thus ensuring proper elimination. AV E. Williams, Chemist.—Advt. Saturday is the last day of Arch Little shoe store, sale. Specials foi to-morrow, men’s shoes, size six, 17s Od, Womens same size 12s Gd paid. Red bail gum boots less than cost and much less than present day cost with extra duty, See bargains and save money.— Advt. A very special feature of the sociable social bejng hold in the Soldiers’ Hall oil Wednesday next is the musical programme which will be rendered by males only. If reports be true it is going to be “some” programme. Don’t miss it men. The ladies committee are particularly anxious to have a large muster of the male species. Don’t fail the dear girls, boys. Advice was received from Wellington this morning that -Mr Alex Levy of Wellington bad died suddenly there miring the night. The deceased was a, native of Hokitika and about 42 years of age, being a son of Airs Henry Levy of Hokitika. When a young man lie served for several years in the Xavv, and of late has been residing at Wellington. Besides bis mother, he leaves a widow, three brothers (Ralph of Auckland, Jospeh of Westport and Lazarus of Auckland) and two sisters (Airs F. Eastwell of Hamilton, and ...rs R. Hollow of Auckland). Deceased was in the employ of the Customs Department, Wellington. The late Air Levy’s wife was the youngest daughter of the late Dr and Airs Campbell, of T’otara Flat. She was also a nurse m the Westland Hospital. The interment takes places at Hokitika.

The death is announced from Sydney of Air U. C. Hungerford. one of the best known figures in the light harness sport there during the past twenty-five years. He was regarded as something of a Alussoliui in trotting, and he has held practically every official position in the sport. At one time he was hnndicapper, starter, and timekeeper. He was formerly in New Zealand and as secretary to the Greymouth Trotting Club lie did much to help the sport along. He was a man with the courage of his convictions, fair in all his dealings, and a real light harness enthusiast. When living at Cobden the deceased in the late eighties and early nineties was a well known half-back of the Cobden team and a member of the Greymouth Cricket Club. He was n very popular figure in sporting circles of every description and many friends in this district will hear of his death with regret. He paid a visit to this district about a year or so ago renewing old acquaintances.

Parisau ties from Is each limited quantity. W. H. Stopforth.— Advt. Screw top quart preserving jars 3 for 2/-, 111) screw top jam jars 3 for 1/6, covered jelly jars Gd pair, jelly glasses 6 for 1/-, large jam jars uncovered 3 for 1/6. Large wooden spoons 1/each. Jam covers sd, Preserving pans all at reduced prices at Yarrall’s Novelty Depot Sale.—Advt. Healthy, glossy hair can be yours. Use Brice’s Nutritive Cream and Regenerator. Lawn’s, hairdresser.—Advt. Getting thin on top? Use Brice’s Hair Regenerator and Circassian Cream. Lawn’s, hairdresser.—Advt, No pimples or shaving rash when you use Brice’ Medicated Shaving Cream. 200 shaves for 2s. Lawn’s hairdresser. —Advt. Put a lasting shine on your floors, furniture and linoleums. Use TANOL—the labour - saving, economical polish. All grocers.—Advt. Increase vitality of liens, get more eggs with Wadham’s Poultry Spice. 11 lbs Is 9d. All grocers and stores.— Advt. We are now near closing day of our Great Clearing Sale. New autumn goods to hand—Brings us hack to the 1914 prices. It is the only solution to these hard times.—A visit to Schroder and Co. will repay you. Phone 1215. Advt. New Season's goods are now hack to 191-1 prices. This is welcome news for all in these hard times. Visit Schroders and Co. —Advt. When you buy vinegar get the best. Stipulate Shnrland’s Vinegar. So pure, : no piquant, so st.rotiy.