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Hokitika Guardian, 1 July 1931, Page 4

lx the test cricket match New Zealand has come through its baptism of fire, in first class cricket, with honour, and has certainly jumped to the front rank in representative cricket. The fore taste of the colonial powers in the earlier games, awakened England to a. sense' of tihe responsibilities, if defeat were to be avoided- However, the selectors took some risk in the search for new blood, and the venture was not altogether in vain. There has been criticism about the dropping of Sutcliffe, apparently through a misunderstanding, but ho had a very good substitute in Woolley who made top score in the first day’s cricket. The New Zealand batting has proved formidable. Dempster and his confreres have been h ppily consistent in their task, and there is not any flash in the pan about their performances. The bowlers wore not as successful as usual in England's second innings, but on the whole have certainly done well, and receive a full measure of respect from the English batsmen. New Zealand is well led and the team has been well handled in d tficult circumstances. The achievement in the „test is creditable to all concerned, and willl give great satisfaction throughout the Dominion 1 that so fine a showing was made at the I first time of asking.

Stop-lively tor the old time hid] tonight. V.'eekly social, St. .Mary’s Cluh tonight ‘ Wednesday), at 8 o’clock. Admission Is.—Advt. The Arcli Little Shoe Store ndti v that they are running their business on strictly cash lines, commencing from to-day, Ju y I t. Tnist week freight hauled through the Otira Tunnel totalled 10,530 tons, compared with 16,792 tons for the corresponding week in 1930 and i(),772 tons in 1929. A juvenile dance will be held in St. Mary's Cluh Rooms on Thursday next at 8 p.m. in aid of St. Mary’s School. Good supper and music. Admission 6d—-Advt. The gas cooking demonstrations at the Soldiers’ Hall continue to lie well attended, and Mrs Heinz’s instructions are followed with close interest by the ladies present. There will be two demonstrations in July, on the 14th and 28th inst., when special menus will be prepared. Forgot all worries arid enjoy yourself at the old time ball to-night. The Borough authorities with the assistance of funds provided by the Hokitika Beautifying Society for the purchase of the material, has been carrying out a noteworthy improvement as a background to the Pioneers’ Memorial. A substantial trellis has been erected, over which it is proposed to grow rambler roses, and so add t<> the attractiveness of the site. The enclosure also adds to the privacy of the Memorial, the grounds of which arc- to he further embellished, and .will constitute a very creditable location indeed.

Choicest fresh cut flowers, chrysanthemums, narcissis, daisies, violets, obtainable every day at Yarrall’s.— Advt.

There was an increase of three cases of infectious and other notifiable discuses reported in the Canterbury and West Coast Health Districts during the week ended noon on Monday, as compared with the previous week. The total was 23, as follows:—Canterbury: Scarlet fever, 3; diphtheria, 4; tuberculosis, 4; puerperal sepsis, 1; pneumonic influenza, 2; ophthalmia neonatorium, 1; hydatids, 1. West Coast: Scarlet fever, 1; diphtheria, 5; tuberculosis, 1. There were four deaths from tuberculosis in the Canterbury’ district.

Two Christchurch picture theatres, the Grand, a, silent house, and St. James, a talkie house, are to be closed temporarily by the management, Christchurch Cinemas, Limited. The Grand will close probably this week and it is expected that St. James will shut within a week. Christchurch Cinemas hope that by closing these two theatres temporarily in the winter, and by concentrating attendances in their existing houses, they will be able to buy a better type of film and so improve the standard of the programmes. It is rumoured that a third theatre may be closing in a few weeks time. With the closing of the Grand the city will bo without a silent house,

The earth will be in aphelion qr at its greatest distance from the sun on July 6th,, when the two bodies will he about 94,500,000 miles apart. The planet Mercury will be too close to the sun at the beginning of the month to be visible; it will sot on July 15th at 5.56 p.m,, and on July 25th at 6.<18 p.m. Its apparent magnitude on these dates will be—o.s and 0,1 respectively. Venus rises on July Ist at 6.15 a.m,, and on July 15th at 6.38 a.m.; Mars sets on these dates at 10,50 p.m. and 10.12 p.m, respectively. Jupiter sets on July Ist at 5.53 p,m, and on July 15th at 5,14 p.m.; Saturn rises on these dates at 5.29 p.m, and 4.24 p.m, respectively.

Good quality velveteens 22in. wide, usual price 3s lid yard. Sale pric Is yard. Shades, navy, . brown and grey. McKays.—Advt. Light as air. Preston’s uncooked pastry is being proved daily for its superiority by repeat sales to all who have tried it for T.orne baking. Our pastry requires no preparation and saves valuable time for the housewife. Made daily at our bakery and on sale at both shops for lOd lb. Phone 79 with orders. —Advt.

There is nothing so cosy and warm ns the down quilts that Addisons are offering just now. These are at specially reduced prices, and should ccm round ready sales. —Advt.

Cleanse your Bowels naturally by eating Yenst-on Tablets. Non-habit forming. AAL 11. "Williams, Chemist. A d v t. Best quality white Turkish towels, usual price 3s 6d, to 7s 6d pair. Sale price 2s and 5s pair at McKays.—Advt. A sure remedy for coughs and colds—“Nazol.” Disinfects the circle of infection— the passages of the nose aiid throat. Keep a bottle by you throughout the winter. ■ 120 full doses for 2> (Id. 60 doses for Is fid.—Advt. Neurasthenia! Take British Yeast-O-Cod Vitamine Tablets which make red blood and strengthen the whole nervous system. 3s AY. E. Williams, Chemist. —Advt. A polish of all-round excellence—-“Tan-ol.” Cleans, polishes and preserves floor-coverings, footwear, and furniture. Gives excellent results when used on fabic or duco-fmished car bodies. Try it I—Advt.

All roads lead to the Soldiers’ Hall tonight ror too civ. Lime u..u. Nov is the time. Advice free. Is your aspidistra, plant growing as it should? No, —well bring it to me then you can rejoice at its improvement under my special treatment. Also good potting sod for .sale, and a beautiful range of artificial flowers waxed and washable, “Heartsease” Floral Studio, Hamilton St.—Advt. The returns published yesterday from the Five Him (Ok ""to' f pvw-i~-covered 126 hours’ run and gave every satisfaction to those concerned. Shares in the Company continue m gouu ikmand, and are now practically at ICO per•>cent premium, the 5/- shares bringing 10/- on the Stock Exchange. He in time for the first waltz at tho old time ball to-night. Economy is to-day’s watchword Use “Nazol” for coughs and colds this winter—-a quick, efficient remedy. The new double size bottle contains 120 full doses for 2s 6d. Smaller size, 60 doses, for Is 6d.—Advt. Now that we are in mid-winter you will require a warm coat, blankets, rugs, hat, baret, beret and scarf, two, three or four piece costume, these are all to be heavily reduced at Schroder’s mid-winter sale now on. It will pay you to call early.—Advt. '