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Hokitika Guardian, 7 May 1931, Page 4

Ernest Adams Ltd., the cake makers have another of their interesting price lists appearing in another column. Tenders ere invited in this issue for the supply of mining timber to the State Coal mines, Creymouth. Specifications can lie seen at the “Guardian” Office. Advertised in this issue are brief particulars of the attractive programme for the AlurchiHon Axeiileti’s and Athletic. Association's Carnival on Juno 3rd (King’s Birthday).

A meeting of the Hokitika Harbour Board will be held at the Board’s room on Friday, May loth., at 4.30 p.m. Business: Election of chairman and general.

A peculiar elongated fish was caught on Aloud* l y at Fairdown by Messrs Hill and Carr. Its length was about--16 fact an ( | had obviously been bitten by .‘mother fish, probably a shark, as about two feet of its length had been severed from the rest of the body, ft was later identified as an Om-fish of the ribbon variety.

1 Kokatahi Gun Club will hold a clay bird match at Kokatahi on Sunday A lay 10 tli. Second annual competition for Isaac Brown Alemorial Cup. 12 birds handicap. Nomination os, birds 2s extra. Competitors in this event must he members of the Kokatahi Clin Club and be residents of the K qkg tali i-Koit era ngi district, other fewci'pstakes to follow,' ladies’ trophies as usual. Shooting to start at 1.30 sharp.—Advt.

’To-night at Princess Theatre the annual festival of the AYestland Competitions Society will be launched, the doors opening at 7.39 o’clock. The judges arrive by the early evening train from the East Coast, and will be avail, able for their duties at the approximate time. Booklet programmes will be on sale at the Theatre whore also members and season tickets may be procured. Competitors are desired to note the., time set down for their appearance, and to be ready at the direction of the stage supervisor to perform. The doors will be closed during the presentation of any number,

On all the great occasions in life, in times of joy. congratulations, remembrance, sympathy or bereavement, nothing symbolises our sentiments, a n d gives them greater expression, more gracefully and acceptably, than by means of some beautiful and appropriate., gift or floral tribute, which you can procure, at most reasonable cash prices, from the “Heartsease”, Floral Studio, (opposite Library), Hamilton Street, Hokitika. Phone 211, and discuss any “Floral” problem you may he pondering over H. Nalder (proprietress).—Advt.

At an informal meeting of the Committee of the AVesfland Racing Club last evening, the question of a racing date was further considered. There was no i-erffv to hand as to a suitable date at Riccarton, and it was decided to communicate further with Greymouth on the matter, in regard to which a proposal had been made by tfie New Zealand Racing Conference authorities. If considered advisable a deputation will visit Grey mouth tomorrow to discuss the matter and consider definite action in regard to a Coast meeting about June 3rd.

The Competitions which open tonight at the Princess Theatre will bo continued all day to-morrow at the All Saints’ Hall, while the same Hall will be occupied also on Saturday, Monday and Tuesday with the sessions each day. On Friday, Saturday and Monday mornings only, I’m. cess Theatre will lie occupied also w*th special sessions for the dancing section, for which there is a- very large entry. Both demonstration concerts on Wednesday and Thursday of next week will he held in the Princess Theatre. Full particulars of the sessions and entries appear in the iooklet programme now on sale, price one shilling. As the festival is an extensive one, the booklet will prove indispensible for patrons. Admission prices at All Saints’ Hall, oilier than with members or family tickets, will be front seats 2s; hack seats Is. As the seating accommodation in the hall will be limited, season ticket holders will require to be in attendance in good time for the evening sessions.

A select variety of Indies’ coats, frocks and costumes can now be procured at Schroder and Co. where lumber jackets are in galore for ladies, men and boys. Phone 121 S. Price always moderate. —Advt,

The Hokitika Junior Pigeon Club are holding their annual show on Friday and Saturday next at the Horticultural Hall. —Advt.

The visit, of the Plunket nurse, Hiss Pritchard, will take place to-morrow (Friday). The nurse will pay visits in the morning and in the afternoon will he al St. Andrew’s Hall. Messages may be left with Mrs Geo. Perry, Hal! Street, that require attention.

Le.s Grnmmitt and his dance band are returning on 'Wednesday, June 10th. and will give a long night dance at the Soldiers’ Hall. Suppei will be available and special musical novelties will lie featured. The band will be at Ilarihari on Monday, June Sth.

There was a good crowd at AH Saints’ Hall last evening for the ijanco, the music for which was supplied by Los Grnmmitt and Ids danc© band. The music was of first class order, all the latest musical numbers being featured. The dinners were well satisfied with the programme and the announcement of the return of the orchestra in about a month’s time will be bailed with delight.

The death took place at Athol, Central Otago on Tuesday of Mrs Harcourt relict of the late Richard Allan liarcourt. Thq deceased was a daughter of the late Mr Augustus Boys, of Blue Spur, where she resided for many

years and later resided in Hampden Street, Hokitika, later removing .to Central Otago. Her husband died some toll years ago. Deceased was (111 years of ago ,n»d leaves a family of tvvp daughters (Lucy and Margaret, one being worried) and three sim* (Richard, Charles and William) who are in Otago. The funeral is taking place to Hokitika cemetery to-morrow afternoon, the remains arriving by tonight’s train.

• The Public Works Committee of the Hokitika Borough Council made a tour of inspection yesterday of various works in hand and contemplated. Very useful work is being done in connection with both the east boundary and north boundary drains for which unemployed labour has been utilised. The connection of Jollie St. between Hampden and Stafford streets is being completed also and will provide a useful thoroughfare. Various drainage and other works were also inspected, and several matters suggested for attention as labour becomes available. If all the matters proposed are attended to, a large amount of ynrv useful Borough work will lie accomplished, as many improvements about the streets and footpaths are contemplated.

Apropros the tributes paip t 0 dogs, a Papanui resident tells a story of canine affection and faithfulness which lie witnessed recently. One Sunday evening while on his way to visit a friend, he saw a dead fox terrier in the cutter. A large Airedale w«s standing over it whimpering, and by its behaviour the observer concluded that the two dogs had been friends. He came home that night on the opposite side of the street and forgot all about the incident until the following morning, when, (passing that way again, he' noticed the Airedale still keeping watch by the body, its bead between its paws and it(s nose touching the tip of the fox terrier's nose. Another man who also witnessed the incident was so touched that he paid a shilling to a butcher to have some meat taken to the dog. The offering: however, was refused by the faithful wateller, and even after a Council employee had placed the body under a hedge, the Airedale remain,u] . constantly on guard,

Addisons have just opened to-day, Stockinette, 54 inches wide at 6s 9d per yard, suitable for ladies’ and child - ren's wear. —Advt.

See our attractive display of fern howls, crystal vases, and fruit bowls. See these to-day at the Economical Crockery Shop. P. Stephens, Proprietress. —Advt,

V/aODS’ GREAT PEPPERMINT CURE. For Coughs and Colds, never fails. Sturdy, virile people, must have proper digestion.,lf you haven’t, take X-AN Mixture three times daily. X-AN speedily clears up all traces of indigestion. W. E. Williams, Chem. i«t.— Advt. New shipments 1 Fancy coir mats, from 6/6 to 10/6, outside door mats, plain and fancy 3/3 to 7/6, fancy coir matting 27in. wide 2/11, 36 inches 4/6, 45 inches, plain, 5/6 per yard at Frank Cade’s.—Advt.

Astounding increase in egg production after feeding hens on Wadham’s Poultry Spice. All 'Grocers and Stores. —Advt.

The circle of infection for coughs, colds, sore throats, and influenza includes the throat and nose. Disin feet the bronchial passages with •‘Nazol.” A sure, safeguard against infection. New double size—l2o feb doses for 2s fid.

“Nazol” is the scientific, commonjense remedy for coughs, colds and hay fever. Clears the bronchial passages. Gives prompt relief. 120 doses are ontained in the new double size foi ts fid.— Advt.

Addisons have just opened up a new range of ladies’ and children’s jumpers, suits, and cardigans. Call and inspect.—Advt.