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Hokitika Guardian, 21 March 1931, Page 4

Tuk Unemployment Board is extending its number 5 scheme until the end of April, and is considering the advance planning of work by local bodies and “the encouragement of reproductive work in rural areas.” Number 5 scheme has certainly provided work for a large number of men, but there are grave doubts as to the quality of much of the labour that is thus given to the community and as to the justification for many of the improvements so made. The value of the planning of local body work three years ahead will depend upon the nature of the works scheduled. One weakness in the present, policy is that it provides for works that are not really necessary. The Board is on firmer ground wiicn it turns to such a scheme as clearing Crown Lands and reconditioning abandoned farms. This is genuinely reproductive work. The Government and the Board are entitled to reasonable time to make plans for these operations. but the public has a right to expect something definite soon. Meanwhile the Board is tightening up the conditions under the No. o scheme. Those entitled to employment arc being defined more definitely, and doubtless for the future each applicant’s position will' be investigated more closely. In order to have uniformity in this matter among the local bodies, the local Unemployment Committee is to meet next week and agree to unison of action, so that all cases "ill he dealt with on uniform lines,

A notice appears in this issue in reference to the making m returns ui laud before Bl b ,\p liL Nofieo of the sitting of the Asscssiikii .out to bear o jei tio.is to the Wi.-tland County mining valuations appears in this issue. See Addisons window display of evening frocks ai.d evening mau rials. - Advt. The an’oi il meeting of members of the Hokitika Boxing Club "ill hr held at Keller’s rooms on Monday night at 7 o’clock sharp. Business important.—Advt. During the twelve days following the earthquake, 18,199 telegrams were dispatched from Hastings, says the “Haw kes Ray Tribune,” formerly the daily average was 220, which means that 15,550 extra messages were sent in the course of those grim and strenuous days. A shipment of 50,000 feet of red pi’.ie (Sawn timber from the Grey-Westland Sawmillers Association was shipped yesterday from Greymouth as a donation >to the Earthquake Relief Fund for Xnpier, for the re-erection of Napier Hospital, staled a Radio message hist evening, Messrs Oliver aiid Duff give a further reminder of the visit next week to Hokitika, of Dr Scholl, the foot expert who will give advice free On all foot ailments. Appointments can be made on application at Oliver and Duff’s hoot emporium, and as the visit will he a short one, the opportunity should be availed of at once.

Addisons have opened up to-day ladies velour, twerd and face cloth coats, in the newest shades and styles. Call ! ml inspect.—Advt.

During tin l passing week over (JO men were employed bv the County Council under No. 5 scheme of the Employment Board. The number will be increased again next week, when additional men become cdtigihljY During the past week considerable improvement lias been effected to South Hokitika roads affording more room for parking on the occasion of the dredge launching ceremony on Wednesday.

Nominations for all events at the Hokitika race meeting (Wednesday, April Bth) close with the Secretary at 8.30 oil Thursday evening next. The programme includes two trotting events. Of the remaining six galloping events, there is a race for maidens and also a. Hack race. The course is in the usual excellent order. A visiting owner this week commented very favourably indeed 011 the conditions of the running track. Next Friday afternoon the rights to two publicans’ booths for 'th c race meeting will be sold by auction by Jeffries and Coy.

The Napier “Telegraph” says:— Numbers of small holes which can be observed in the glass window* fronting the Uuwkes Bay Farmers’ office and garage premises in Dickens street, Napier, were not caused during the time of the big unheaval. Tho windows referred to wore quite intact, but have since been damaged by blasting operations carried out on the other side of the street. 'J he force with which the particles ol stone were hurled through the windows can be gauged by, the type of hole made in the glass, resembling the effect following the passage of a rifle bullet.

As the result of incidents which occurred at South Beach on Thmsday evening, Thomas Patrick Lalor was arrested. He appeared at the Greymouth Court yesterday, before Mr A. Naylor. J.P., and was charged with assaulting William Hamilton Hewlett, and resisting Sergeant Smyth in the execution of his duly. 111 asking 101 a remand until Monday. Senior-Ser-geant Roach stated that the police were not, ready to proceed with the case, as witnesses had to he procured. Mr J. W. Hannan, who appeared for accused, asked for bail, and this was fixed at self £2O and one surety of £2O, which was forthcoming.

Speaking in the House on Thursday, Mr Black, member for Motuoka, in the course of his remark# stated in l ele'enee to Public Service Commissioner control that the administrative heads when the control was brought in the first year, 1913, cost New Zealand £16,950 and in 1.930, £42,415; that the first report of the Public Service Commissioner showed that in 1913 £900,621 was paid in salaries and that of 1929 showed £2,260,000. The travelling expenses 011 civil service " - <is costing, on last year’# figures, £262,6(5, and that any travelling expenses or any free commission or other emolument which the Minister of Finance declares not- to he salary is not included in any proposed cut.

Big reductions in Jam Jars and Preserving Pans at thc Economic Crockery Shop Sale, lib jars 1/11 1 dozen olb jars 2/11 (-dozen. 1 qt. jars 3/11 ,(-dozen, 2 qt. jars 5/11 (-dozen. Call to-day and inspect.—P. Stephens, Proprietress. —Advt.

New Season’s goods are now hack to 1914 prices. This is welcome news for all in these hard times. Visit Sehroders and Co. —Advt.

Sliarland’s Vinegar is not only pal ; , table, it is pure piquant and strong. The best quality vinegar for your table Tn bottle or bulk.— Advt.

Get instant reliet rrom coughs and colds—inhale NAZOL, the scientific, common-sense remedv. Disinfects t'uo circle of infection. New double size at •is fid contains 120 full doses.—-Advt.

Notice of a proclamation taking I nut .»,r a quarry is given in this issue. Messrs W. Jeffries and Co. will sell by auction on Friday next at noon the rights 'to two publicans’ booths at the Westland Racing Club's Faster .Meeting. With the approach ol the (shooting season, a supplementary gazette issued on Thursday night, draws the attention of sportsmen io important provisions of the Animal Protection ana (tame Act, and makes a speiial appeal for observante of the law relating to sanctuaries for native birds, so as to preserve thorn for posterity. The Oxfnrd-Cambridge boat race i being rowed on the Thames on Saturday afternoon, and if the conditions are favourable a running account oi the race will be picked up by 2YA Wellington and reproach ui.Sied. The station will open on Sunday morning at 1.15 o’clock, and the race is timed to start at. 1.30 a.m. New Zealand time.

The following telegram (which explains itself) has been sent to Wellington : —“Representatives from the under-mentioned bodies met, witn power to act for their respective organisations, a ini the following resolution was unanimously Carried :=Tliat this meeting of representatives Rom Dunedin Chamber of Commerce) Manufacturers’ Association, Employes’ Association, Importers and Shippers’ Association, Shoeji Owners’ Association, Farmers’ Union, stock and station agents, grain and seed merchants, without committing themselves or their respective organisations on matters of detail, strongly support the general economic proposals submitted by the Prime Minister as being in the best interests of the- Dominion, and that a copy of the resolution be forwarded lo the Prime Minister, the Leader of the Opposition, and the Leader of the Labour Party.”

Mr Baseand, Assistant Engineer, Public Works Department, at Westport states that as from April Ist the earthquake damaged section of the Westport-Karamea Main Highway between Mokihinui and Little Wanganui, which has been under reconstruction, and which on that account has been open for traffic only on certain days, will be re-opened to traffic continuordly. Very little slipping took place during the heavy rains ol the last few mojitos, which is very reassuring, but the travelling public are nevertheless warned to take all care during very wet weather. Reconstruction work has by no means been completed yet and it will be found neocssary on occasions to close the road for a few hours or a day or so. Such occasions will he limited a«s far as possible and as usual due notice of intention to close the road will be given.

The annual meeting of the Ladies’ Gymnastic Club was held at the Soldiers’ flail last evening. The following officers were appointed; President, Mr D. J. Evans; Vice President, Mrs Parkhill; Secretary, Miss L. Staines; Treasurer, Miss Dolly Me Whir ter; Committee, Misses W. Stevenson, J. llidUmd, H. Ridland, E. Cooke, M. Rowe; Instructress Miss D. McVYhirter. A vote of thanks was passed to Miss May Thompson for her valuable assistance to the Club during the year. Friday night was fixed for the weekly practice. .Beginners from 7 to 7.30; Main class from 7.30. The subscription w<i,'( fixed at 6s, reduceable to 5s if paid by April 30. It was decided to arrange for a display in the fheati c about June. In order to raise funds for plant it was resolved to hold a monthly dance in All Saint’s Hall in April May and June. The President was tusked to enquire in respect to an advisory instructor. The members showed much enthusiasm in the worn of the Club, and a successful season should result.

Mother ! Tf your child is taking British Yeasb-CbGod Tablets he is building bone, sound teeth, firm rounded limbs. W • it■ "Williams, Chemist. Advt.

Health of Women!. The body needs plenty of calcium which is secured in soluble form in British Yeast-O-Cod Tablets. TV. E, Williams, Chemist.— Advt.

Children need British Yeast-O-Cod Tablets which builds up muscle, build up bone. TV, E. T\ illiams, Chemist,—— Advt.

Perfect Figure within your reach by taking British Yeast-O-Cod Tablets. TV. E. Williams, Chemist.—Advt.

Plump, well-rounded figure obtainable with British Yeast-O-Cod Tablets. TV. E. Will’ams, Chemist,. —Advt.

The list of entries for the fat stock sales at Arahurn on Monday appear in this issue. Messrs W. Jeffries and Co. notify a. supplementary stock salt- at Kokatalii yards on Wednesday, April Ist. Messrs W. Jeffries and Co. notify entries for a stock sale at Harihari vards on Thursday next, 26th. March. All the local bodies and Government Departments were represented at thefuneral obsequies cf Mrs Mclntosh yesterday. Nominations for all events at the* Easter meeting of the Tvumara Racingrlose on Monday night next, 23rd., with Mr G. Pamment. Addisons have opened up a further shipment of new millinery. Inspection, invited.—Advt.

Among those present at the funer-I of the Tate Mrs McTntosh yesterday was Messrs Green and Bnim, Insurance Comp"nv representatives on the Hokitika Fir e Board, who remained over specially to pay a mark of respect to the deceased.

A few of the bargains to be had at the Economical Crockery Shop Sale: glasses 4 for lid. smal’er size o for Is. pudding basins from 6d. bread and Imfer Mates 2d each. Large cakes of Band-soap' 3 for ICd. Call and inspect to=(!|i,V" P- Stephens, Advt,

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

Tf it slice+s “hemmed ready for use” 1 von want, Badc’s have them at prices that defy competition. These sheets are all guaranteed pure and Ms worth your while to order your requirements now as they are selling readily. F’ank Bade, Phone 179.- -Advt.