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Hokitika Guardian, 18 March 1931, Page 4

Messrs Taylor and Cumming. City Butchery. notify special land) reductions again this week with a donation of their famous tomato sausages foi purchasers of a side of lamh.

Instructions have been issued to the members of the New Zealand cricket team to assemble at Wellington on March 27. the d"y before it is to leave nn the English tour. 'l'llis means that the special match which the Wellington Cricket Association was endeavouring to arrange in aid of the* Hawke’s Bay earthquake relief fund will not. be played;

flic he were five fewer eases of directions and other nbtifiaiiie diseases reported in the Canterbury and West, Coast Health District during the week ended 110011 on Monday as compared with the previous week. The total was If), as follows Canterbury: Scarlet fever 7, tuberculosis d. puerperal sepsis 1. West Coast: Diphtheria 4, tuberculosis 2. Tore was one death in the Canterbury district from tuberculosis-

Endowing an operation, the death has occurred at Nelson of Air Bichard 11. Farmer. The late Mr Farmer, who was 70 voars of age. was well known in

the Westport district where he was Crown Banger and Government valuer for about six years. Born in Australia be arrived in Hokitika in the early sixties. He is .survived by a widow and two sisters Mrs Lull of Hamilton and Mrs Silcock, of Wanganui.

As the result of the enterprise of a fifth standard boy of the Oxford School the earthquake fund has benefitted to the extend of 11/6. From the head master of the school, Air A. Bringans, the secretary of the Education Board received the money and an account of how it was raised. The letter states: ‘‘He caught a young morepork some tim eago and lias been studying its habits. Then he arranged an address which he delivered to the upper standards of the school. For this he charged Id and the proceeds he has handed t otiie earthquake fund,”

These assisting at the concert at the Princess Theatre to-morrow night, will include Aliases Jacobs C2), J.yun, Sherrilf. At. Jones, AT. Huuriiluru, A. Bush, Tlnvnites, and Morgan. Alossrs Uobillhml, C- Wright, T. Hatch. -I, Stopforth, TU’vd, Naylor. Miss Gicse will he accompaniste. All Saint’s choir will render a glee. The community singing will he conducted by Mr A. Wylde, and he will have assistance from Air T. Coll in humorous sketches. Air A. Lawn will be accompanist for the community singing. Admission is fixed at one shilling to all parts of the house, Children being half price downstairs. The ladies of the Hockey Club are kindly taking the doors. All proceeds will go to the Earthquake Fund.

The death took place at Reef ton Hospital on Sunday, of Jlr Thomas Quick, a well-known resident and a prominent Wesleyan, of which church he was a lav-preacher. The deceased gentleman was a native of Hale, Cornwall, and 81 years of age. Mr Quick resided at Timaru. and some ten years ago came to Reofton, and resided with his son-in-law and daughter (Mr and Mrs C. Potter), Puller Road, until increasing debility compelled him to enter the Reofton Hospital some twelve months ago. He leaves a grown up family of one son and eight daughters, who arc domiciled all over the Dominion.

A meeting of the Westland Competitions Society Committee was held at the County Council (hamhers yesterday at 4.30 o’clock. Present: Mr I). J. Evans (President) Mrs McGavin, Rev. Knowles Smith, Messrs Conning, Stapleton, Richards and (Enters. Apologies were made for Messrs Alenzies and Sweney and Rev, Knights. Advice was received that Princess Theatre was not available for the full period of the Competitions. Jt was resolved to utilise the theatre on May 7 (opening night) and 13th and 14th (Demonstration Concerts) ; All Saint s Hall will be used for the remainder of the festival, namely May 8. 9, 11. and 12. A request was made by the Greymouth Society for an exchange of the elocutionary judge, whereby .Mr Barton Ginger might he available tor Grey mouth in August, and Mr Byron Brown for Hokitika in May, the latter not being able to officiate at Grey in August owing to engagements in Wellington. The matter was leit co the President and Secretary to communicate with Mr Ginger, and if the arrangement met with his approval and he would be available for Hokitika in 1932, the officials Avert* empowered to meet the request favourably. With regard to the syllabus, class 39 was altered from a Classic Dialogue (as printed in error) to a Classic Recitation. Air ,). O’Brien’s gold trophy to the Society will he awarded to the winner of this event. It was resolved to issue the memlverships and competition tickets as early as possible and invite early application for same. Various matters of detail were discussed and the. meeting concluded.

Tli<. result of the fat lamb guessing competition held last H.itmday in eonjunction with Paddy’s Market resulted in Mr A. N. Baker winning the prize. His guess was H'.ilb and the exact weight was Still.) (i ounces.

]l. nimn. piano tuner and repairer, graduate of the Blind Institute Auckland. is on a visit to Hokitika from Grey moil th and shall be very pleased to attend to all orders lelt at Miss Holmes, fruiterer, Revell St.—Advt.

The Nelson Crock Sports Club bold their annual sports meeting yesterday, and there was a large attendance, despite the lad that heavy rain fell during the e..r'.y part of the aiiornoon./ The iiitries were large in each event; ail' 1 the majority ol the finishes weie close. The big event ol the day, the underhand chop, was won in convincing fashion by Chilian, while the upright chop went to the veteran axeman' W. Blnokmun. L. Martyn won the She (fit 1 Id in good style and the 100 vantls was non easily by \\ . Claike.

A five room dwelling, owned and neen p a v d by Mr Walter 111 nut, was total ly destroyed by lire at Harry town at midday on Monday. The fire is thought to have started in the kitchen and before tlie occupants, who were gardening in a nearby paddock, could get to the bohsC, it was too late to save an S* of the contents. All 1 add .Mrs .Blunt's small soil, who Wfts playitig ill the hack yard just boi’Dfo the fife was discovered, had apparently gone inside, and lie had a lucky escape, Mr Blunt being fortunate in locating him in one yif tlie front rooms, before the fire had wrought its destruction. Ilhe house was insured for £SOO and the furniture and contents for £275, both in the lfoyal Insurance Company.

A meeting of the Executive of tlie Earthquake Relief Fund was held at the Town Hall last evening at 8 o’ clock. Present: Mr I). -1. Evans (voted to the chain, Messrs ,J. J • Breeze, M. McGavin, E. Thorn, W. E. Richards and T. W. Bruce. Apology was made for the absence of the Mayor i out of town) and Rev. Knights. Xotika Borough Council of a vote of £25 to ka Borough Council of a voted £25 to the fund. Received with thanks. Ihe Mayor of Hastings by circular letter thanked all communities for tlve assistance given the stricken p.ropl. 1 . The N.Z. Treasury acknowledged further remittances for the Bind from the district. Miss J. lately on behalf of the Arahura Valley Committee sent forward very complete returns of the recent ball held in the district, together with balance sheet and receipts. The Hon. Secretary commented on the clearness of the statements, and the explicit details given. The Secretary notified returns also from Abe Gala Night and Baddy’s Market, and votes of "thanks passed to nil who. had assisted Tlie Clmifmitn reported all details were completed for the Community Concert at Princess Theatre oil Thursday night, when with the attractive programme a large, attendance wa, assured, It was stated all lists to close next Tuesday (24th wH.) and returns sent in by 31st inst. when the Executive would meet again to receive the final report, and close the fund. With returns still to come in, and other monies sent direct to the fund, the total subscribed for the district would lie well over the £l,ool>, which was a very worthy sum for too people to find at this juncture.

Schroder and Co. are now showing the latest in Millinery, Frocks, Coats, and Jumper Blouses, for the Easter holidavs at prices that will he within the reach of all. Early inspection is cordially invited.—Advt.

Alen! Wo are taking orders for suits-to-measure. AAe guarantee to deliver your suit for Easter. AA . H. Stopforth.—Advt.

Tn addition to being the most faithfully constructed suit made in New Zealand. Our suits are noted for their fit, style and shape retaining features—possessing these essentials thej compare. and in some instances, excel the most expensive tailored garments which cost sovereigns more. Most voung men wear them ! AYhv not y°u ? priced from five guineas. AV. IT. Stopforth. Advt.

It will pay you to visit Schroder’s Emporium where the latest creations can lie selected at most moderate prices. Not only in Millinery, Frocks, Furs, but also in Carpets, Linoleums and men’s wear. Early inspection invited. Advt.

Mother! If your cliiltl is taking British Yeast-O-God Tablets he is building hone, sound teeth, firm rounded limbs. AV. E. Williams, Chemist.— Advt.

Health of AVomen!. The body needs plenty of calcium which is secured in soluble form in British A’enst-O-Cod Tablets. AV. E. AVilliams, Chemist-. Advt,

Children need British A'east-O-Cod Tablets which builds nn muscle, build up hone. AV. E. AVilliams, Chemist.— Advt.

Perfect Figure within your reach by taking British Ycast-O-Cod Tablets. A\ r . E. AVilliams, Chemist.—Advt.

Plump, well-rounded figure obtainable with British Yenst-O-Cod Tablets. W. E. AVilliams, Chemist,. —Advt.

Get instant relief rrom coughs and colds--inhale NAZOL, the scientific, common-sense remedv. Disinfects the circle of infection. New double size at 2s fid contains 120 full doses.— Advt.

Skating will lie in full swing at the Drill Hall on Thursday and Friday at 8 p.in. An important meeting of members of the Cycling Club will lie hold to-night at 7 o'clock sharp. Full attendance requested.— Aclvt.

Air J. Johnson notifies lie is selling for cash prime wether mutton forequarters and sides at fivepence per pound.

Freight hauled through the Otira Tunnel during the past weeit ended March 14th, totalled 8528 tons, compared with 12,747 tons in the corresponding week of IC3O and 11,185 tons in 1C23.

Mattress ticks made up ready for filling. Single lied from 9/6, double bed from 12/-. Kapoc mattresses, ,sin pf.c bed from 29/6, 3-bed from 38/6, double lied from 48/6. also double ticking 2/6 per yard at Frank Bade’s. Advt.

A young man named Longman met/ with a very painful accident on Tuesday while working at the Mount David Claim at Hukawai. A big stone became dislodged and falling on his hand crushed the Index'finger to a pulp. He: was brought to Keefton for medical attention, and it being found impossible to save tlie finger, it was amputated at the second joint.

An enjoyable evening was last night spent'at'St. Andrew's Hall by members and friends of the Women’s Institute. Items were contributed by Miss DU$ and Miss Davidson and a ping pong tournament and several competitions were very much enjoyed. A collection was taken up on behalf of the overtaxed nurses in the earthquake area to help towards enabling them to speijd a, few days vacation.

“So long as the women of to-dav wear the shoes that their mothers and grandmothers danced in you cannot expect them to walk on the pebbly footpaths provided,” said Air F. MJohnston, president of the South Island AJotor Union, at the executive meeting. The remark was prompted, by a remit suggesting that pedestrians should be restricted to footpaths'when they are provided and not allowed to walk on the road. Attention was drawn to the fact that in rural areas, in many cases the footpaths were not in good condition. The president remarked that there was a likelihood of there being many accidents on bitumen roads during the coming winter owing to the practice of pedestrians using the roadway in preference to the rough paths.

If it sheets "hemmed ready for use” you want, Bade’s have them at prices that defy competition. These sheets al'e aP guaranteed pure and 'ts worth your wUMe to order your requirements now as they are selling readily. Fianli Bade, Phone 179.- -Advt.