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Hokitika Guardian, 24 August 1931, Page 4

Tennent’s advise that their optician will he in Hokitika on Thursday next, 27th. inst. and may be consulted on all eye troubles. Make your appointment now.—Advt A Gazette issued on Thursday contains amending regulations under the Stock Act, IHOB, for prevention of the introduction into New Zealand of diseases affecting stock. “I have always held, and still hold, the opinion that the driver of a car should not touch liquor of any sort,” said Mr E. I). Mosley, S.M., in the Police Court, Christchurch. “It is a very foolish practice. This man has been foolish and he must pay for it. He can’t expect anything else. Drink must affect a man’s judgment. I don’t care who the man is, whether he is used to it or not. I have said the same thing before and I repeat it non. Buy one of our Saturday parcels. 3 white and gold cups, 1 pot scrub, 1 writing pad, 1 fish slice, 1 toasting fork all for 2s 3d at the Economical Crockery Shop.—'P. Stephens, pro-prietress.--Advt. Floral tributes, wreaths, bridal bouquets, posies, made from choicest fresh flowers at Yarralls at shortest notice.— Advt.

Skating in the Drill Hall by combined Hokitika rink and Fernhill Skating rink (Grcymouth) on Thursday and Friday next, all day and night.

A special prize of a trip to the glaciers or car tor day at the Lake ha-s been donated by West Coast Motors for the lucky snot at- the Boxing Club Ball on Wednesdav.

Fresias (assorted colours), cineraria, cyclamen, schizanthus, primulas, and many varieties of glorious spring flowers at the Heartsease Floral Studio, Hamilton Street.—Advt.

The weather changed on Saturday evening and light rain set in which continued in irregular showers most of yesterday, the day being damp and cold, in marked contrast to that of the previous collide of days. Heavy rain set in at night and continued at intervals to day.

Beautiful, floral wreaths from 5s at Yarrall’s. These are made from choicest flowers and delivered at shortest notice.—Advt.

The death took’ place at Reefton Hospital on Friday afternoon of Mrs Mary Cahill, a very old resident of the district, having been in Reefton for over fifty years. For some considerable time past Mrs Cahill had been in failing health, and about a month ago entered Reefton Hospital, where she gradually failed and passed away as stated. The deceased, who was a Widow, her husband having died many years ago, was a native of Ireland and 80 years of age.

There is a possibility that women school teachers may be required to resign when they marry if a recommendation made by the Canterbury Education Board to the Director of Education, Mr T. B. Strong, is included in new legislation. The question was brought up by Mr Wild, who asked Mr Strong to consider the suggested amendment, with power to reappoint the teachers if necessary. An amendment on these lines would bring the service into line with the accepted business practice. Mr Strong said that -he would bring this phase of the matter before the Minister.

Addisons are offering the remainder of tlieir winter hats at prices that must clear.—Advt.

There were fifteen fewer deaths from cancer in the past year than the preceding twelve months. “The New Zealand Branch of the British Empire Cancer 'Campaign Society,” states the DfrectorGeneral of -Health in his annual report, “is proving a very active force in dealing with this too prevalent disease. The puolic have generously subscribed to this organisation, and thanks are due to them for their liberal support. The research work being carried out by Dr A. M. Begg at the Medical Scuool, Dunedih, under the control of a central committee of the society, is steaefilj adding to the knowledge of this disease in New Zealand, and leading, I hope to its ultimate conquest."

An accident, which luckily was without serious consequences, occurred on the Kumara straight yesterday afternoon, when a Chevrolet car, driven by Mr Johnson, of Runanga, skidded in some loose shingle on the road, and catapulted over a fairly steep bank into a water-hole. The car was half submerged and the occupants received a good soaking. The car stood on end, the radiator being considerably dam-aged-’by coming into contact with a stump. Lucidly the occupants of the car were unhurt. It was some time before the car was recovered from its watery resting place.

A party of about thirty scholars from West Cnristcliurcli District High School under two masters, arrived at Hokitika by the express on Saturday night and were billeted out at various residence. They were taken out yesterday for ■ a motor drive, and this afternoon are playing a football match on Cass Square against a team from the local school. This evening a team of the visitors will debate with a Hokitika team, the subject being “That Modern Industrialism is opposed to tli e interests and development of Mankind,” the visitors taking the affirmative. The party returns to Christchurch by the express to-morrow morn, ing. It is unfortunate that the weather has not been more favourable during their stay.

If you require a taxi day or night, in town or a trip to country districts, ring ’phone 176, Thos. Moore, Park Street.—Advt.

Men ! Now is your' opportunity to purchase an overcoat. Look in and see the wonderful values. W. H. Stopf orths.—Advt.

Boys’ overcoats, fit boy's aged four to eight. Sale price 8s 6d to 17s 6d. W. H. Stopforths.—Advt.

Men ! Ninety all wool worsted ready to-wear suits, good shades, to clear from 755. W. H. Stopforths.—Advt.

Take notice —We are now in the last week of our Stocktaking Sale, do not miss the chance of securing bargains below cost price at Schroder’s sale. — Advt.

Leather overcoats. Usual price 119 s 6d. Spot cash sale price, 97 s 6d. W. H. Stopforths.—Advt.

Sheets guaranteed, single and double bed sizes. Fine cash prices. It will pay you to inspect these. W. 11. Stopforths.—Advt.

Constipation! Eat Yeaston Tablets, the safe, gentle laxative. Non-habit-forming. W. E. Wihlams, chemist.— Advt.