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Hokitika Guardian, 28 February 1931, Page 4

Last few days of Yarrall’s Removal Sale. Do not miss the bargains. Everything marked below cost. See our windows for prices.—Advt. F„r that irritating flatulence after eating, try X-AN Mixture. X-AN freshons no the stomach elands, multiplies the digestive juices, purifies the blood and restores the muscular action to tlie intestines thus ensuring proper elimination. W. E. Williams, Chemist.—Advt. Xeg. shirts, collars to match, fast colours, wonderful value from -is 11. \Y. 11. Stopforth.--Advt,

Men ! Buy your hat now 23% off all hats. \\ . 11. Sloplortli.—Advt. Dining the past week a substantial sum has been expended by the local bodies in work lor flic* unemployed under No. 5 scheme. The scheme remains in force far another month. Arrangements are being completed for a song leader for the big community sing song and conceit at the Prim css Theatre on the 1911) crux, in aid ol the Earthquake Fund. Quite an unusual entertainment will be provided for a Hokitika audience, and at the modest charge of one shilling for adults and 6d for children, there should be an overflowing attendance. In this issue the Railway Department advertises cheap holiday excursion fares to Christchurch in connection with the Combined Smut and Guide Rally, and Athletic Carnival at Christchurch on Saturday, 7th. March. The Department has arranged for a special passenger train leaving Grcymouth at 10.13 a.m. on Friday, 6th. March, returning leaving Christchurch 9.35 a.m.. Monday, 9th. It is expected that a large number of West Coast people will avail them selves of this opportunity.

During their visit to Hokitika the Governor-General and Lady BeJisioc, inspected the hospitals and expressed pleasure at the heat appearance of the buildings Hint the well-kept grounds, and as a sequel Mr Geo. Davidson lias received an autographed photograph of Mis Excellency and Lady Blwlisloo, and a note expressing the country’s thanks for the wonderful work he has done at the Westland Hospital. The address on the envelope containing the treasured note and photo, said: “M.r Geo. Davidson, Member Hospital Hoard and Benefactor.”

The al tract ions of the “talking” presentation of the comic f >•'<■ cm “Rio Rita” drew all Hokitika to the Princess Theatre last night, the building being crowded in all parts. The production took the house by storm, the audience being stirred to great enthusiasm at times. Jt was produced very lavishly with the second act in colours. The dressing and the mounting ranked as superb. There was a very large company, and all the details wore brought out very effectively. There were many moving scenes, and the Mexican spectacle was well maintained at every turn. All the parts were were filled. The comic elements pleased immensely and caused many a hearty laugh. A Mickey cartoon which preceded the principal picture, also caused unbounded delight. The same programme will lie repeated to-night for the last time. Reduced prices are now charged for the pictures.

Lord and Lady Rnden-Poweli both observed their birthdays oil a recent Sunday, The coicidcnce of the birthdays was mentioned at. the civic reception tendered in their honour at Auckland, and the Mayor, Mr («, Baiklou. offered them cordial birthday greetings mi behalf of the people of Auckland ”1 married Lady Baden-Powell because she was a woman of taste,” said the Chief Scout, amid laughter and applause, in thanking the Mayor for his birthday felicitations. “As soon as sue found out when my birthday was, she elected to he born the same clay (laughter), and that, 1 hold, is a mark of true affection. You may he interested to know that we were both born on George W ashington’s birthday That is why. like him. we cannot ever tell a lie without being found out.” ’I ho sally was greeted with renewed laughter and applause.

Le Roy oily canvas coats, guaranteed, selling less 20% for cash, limited quantity. \Y. H. Stop forth.—Aclvt. Rede’s Great Clearing Sale, now in full swing. Special reductions for the last few days. Buy now and pve money. Frank Bade. —Advt. For indigestion there is nothing to equal “X-AN Mixture” try ft and rid yourself of this troublesome complaint. W. E. Williams, Chemist.-Advt. Sturdy, virile people, must have proper digestion.,lf von haven’t, take X-AN Mixture three times daily. X-AN .speedily clears up all traces of indigestion. W. E. Williams, Chemist.—Advt. Men ! Our suits are superior to most others, guaranteed navy serge suits from 79s 6d. Inspection invited. AY. H. Stopforth.—Advt.

“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-AX Mixture three times daily. AY. E. Williams, Chemist.— Advt. Hard times are here! But Bade s are out to help you to overcome these hard times by giving special big reductions for cash at their Gi'eat 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%. A/- 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 a limited number left. Frank Bade, ’Phone 179. —Advt,

Men’s fancy socks to clear at Is 6<l pair. \Y. 11. Stopfmth.—Advt. Tlu* West Coast Agricultural. Pastoral ami Industrial Association's annual Show opened at GrqyinoutD yesterday in brilliant sunshine. There was an unusually good attendance foi an opening day. The exhibits, in many classes were numerous, and some came in ;or very favourable comment Pom the judges, as in the fancy work section, in which entries came from several outside localities. In the Live stock sections, however, the entreis were disappointing.

An old and esteemed resident of the Grey district, Mr .Jacob Laty, pnssaway in his 78th year at his residence. Coal Creek Flat, last evening. He had lately been in failing health, ami his end was not unexpected. He was a native ol Weardale, Durham, England. A man of sterling character, lie was lor ol years a loading member ol t.he Methodist Church, and led an exemplary life, lie leaves a wife and a family of live sons and four daughters, the sons being: Joseph (Rotomaun), Thomas (Greymouthj and Walton, Alfred and John (Coal Creek). The daughters are: Mesdames E. Airey (Greyinoiitli), T. Alanderson ((..iiristehuroll), and J. AicEwaa (Knnanga), and Miss Hilda Batv (I’apanui).

Several accidents took place at the Grey A and P Show Grounds yesterday afternoon, but fortunately no one was seriously injured. Whilst taking part in the steer riding competition, Mr F. Becker was thrown forward from the back of his mount, and one of tha animal’s horns penetrated the rider's cheek, inflicting a nasty wound, and injuring his nose. He was immediately taken in the ambulance to the hospital, where bis wounds were attended to. A lad named Eindbom was thrown from a horse, but he sustained only minor facial injuries, which were attended to at the Park. Another lad named Adams, was swinging on a false rail, when the rail became dislodged, falling on to the hoy’s thighs. He was removed to his home suffering mainly from shock. Another accident took place when a horse, driven in a gig, by Mr P. O’Donnell junr. bolted down the enclosure where the horse sections were being judged. The driver was unable to check the horse's career and the gig, after swaying dangerously for some time, overturned. The'driver was thrown clear, and escaped injury, but the gig was considerably damaged.

Parisnn ties from Is each limited quantity. AV. H. Stopforth.— Advt. Promote quick hair growth with Brice’s Regenerator and Circassian Cream. Lawn’s hairdresser.—Advt Thinning Hair checked with Brice’s Regenerator and Circassian Cream. Lawu’s hairdresser,, —Advt. yotil' half will be healthier, free of Dandruff, Use Brice’s Dandruff Proscription and Seboria Soap. Lawn’s, Hairdresser. —Advt. Put a lasting shine on your floors, furniture and linoleums. Use TAN01,—the labour - saving, economical polish. All grocers.—Advt.