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Hokitika Guardian, 28 September 1931, Page 4

Tomato plants, lettuce plants, Canterbury bells, sweet pea plants, now ready, Is 6d a doz. at Yarrall’s, Revell Street, Hokitika.—Advt. The weather for the week end was fine. On Saturday there was a cold south westerly blowing which continued after dark, 'the conditions being cold and unpleasant. Yesterday was fine, but cloudy at intervals. To-day is' again fine with threatening clouds. Your money will go further at Armstrong's store where groceries are being sold by Beck and Co. Greymouth.—Advt. Bird life > s not plentiful in the bush v about the West Coast sounds, according to Professor It. Speight, who has just returned from a visit to the area. Bellbirds and wekas were heard, and paradise arid blue ducks were plentiful, but. there seemed to he far fewer birds than in other parts, he said. This did not apply to Resolution Island, lie had b'<m unable to visit it. The last time he had gone over the | Milford Track he had noticed the same i thing, but the scarcity might he sea- | sonal, or due to migration. Pure linen for summer frocks in all shades, plain or floral now showing at 1 McKays. —AcJyt.

A notice of thanks appears in this issue by Mr and Mrs James Howat.

The sea having moderated the Gael sailed at 11 o’clock this morning for Nelson, with a full cargo of white pine.

Don’t miss this. Groceries at our Self Service Prices at Armstrong's shop, Resell Street. Beck and Co. Grfcymouth. —Advt.

The annual meeting of the Kanieri Tennis Club will be held to-morow (Tuesday) evening at 8 o’clock. All members and intending members are invited to attend.—Advt.

An excuse that he had been married only a f.w months, and was not aware that his wife owned property, was made

by a man, who was charged at Timaru with making a false statement for the purpose ol securing employment. “It is an extraordinary thing that you should be married e ven only a few months and not know she owmd property,” remarked Mr C. R. Orr Walker, S.M. VSfonie wives are pretty reticent about what they own, and what they have in their stocking; out; it’s pretty hard to believe you didn’t know she owned property.” Defendant was convicted and ordered to come up for sentence if called upon within 12 months, and to make restitution of £4 7s. ' . >

A very amusing experience took place recently at His Majesty’s Theatre, Dunedin, when Mr Stan Lawson was playing the part of Barry, in “A Country Girl,” in that city. During the second act, ■ when Barry finds it necessary to adopt female attire, the call boy was dispatched to warn Mr Lawson. The call boy returned “hot and bothered” to report that he could not be found. Imagine the call boy’s dismay when Mr Lawson reasured tlie boy, who was standing alongside him at the time, that he was the individual being looked for. It took quite a lot to convince the lad that the perfectly attired “lady” was none other than a mere mail.

It was twenty-four years ago on Saturday since New Zealand was pro claimed a Dominion. The holiday is being observed to-day when the Governernment officers, banks and certain professional offices are closed. By an Or-der-in-Council, dated September 9. 1907, and a proclamation issued the following day, the style and designation of the Colony of New Zealand were altered to the Dominion of New Zealind. the change taking effect from September 23, 1907. Another anniversary though of shorter duration is that today it is six years since a serious of malicious outbreaks occurred in the town, when among other places to suffer was the Methodist Church which was partially destroyed, ;

For many months New Zealanders have been, able id induing their tepeeUlas five instincts olid help deserving causes by a constant succession of art unions, states a Wellington correspondent, One its no sooner concluded than another tnkes its place. This is likely to continue for some time, as the founer Minister of Internal Affairs is understood to have approved certain applications, of which four have yet to be utilised, the plan being that none will clash for public favour each being taken in succession. However this will not exhaust the list, as it is understood that there are about eighty requests in official hands. Whether the new Minister, the Hon. A. Hamilton, and Cabinet will maintain Mr de la Perrelle’s policy is at present an undetermined question.

There is a very fine display of spring flowers in the Westland Hospital grounds at present, which form the subject of much favourable comment from patients and visitors alike. A large bank of daffodils and jonquils opposite the main building form a regular p'cture, while the general garden ‘beds make a very brave show. Much of the credit for the wry fine display is due to Mr Geo. Davidson, who labors increasingly at the 'institution grounds in his honorary capacity. The general condition of the whole of the grounds of the institution also show the work done under Mr Davidson’s supervision. On the flat alongside the railway line, a great amount of clearing has been done on the sections recently leased, and they have been put down in grass, making a very decided improvement in the appearance, while the area will supply added grazing for the Hospital dairy herd.

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

We are now opening out new season’s millinery. Schroder and Oo.— Advt.

Spring time suggests brightness and sunshine. Let uc show you something worth making up in the latest cotton dress goods, plain and floral rayons, voiles etc. etc. Also cliiffonette and dainty laces for underwear. Addisons. —Advt.

Preserve eggs, the clean and economical avay-—use Sharland’s “Moa” Brand Egg Preservative. Does not affect the flavour either. One bottle does 20 dozen.—Advt.

A new stock of dish mops, window mops, floor mops, in all Hair brooms, bannister brushes, etc. just opened at the Economical Crockery Shop, the prices as usual are right. P. Stephens, proprietress.—Advt.

This week’s parcel at the Economical Crockery Shop. 1 fancy plate , 2 white and gold cups, 1 lemon squeezer, 1 cake sand soap, 1 glass egg cup. All for 2s 3d at the Economical Crockery Shop. P. Stephens, Proprietress. —Advt.

Get in early the: groceries, will not last long at our Self 'Service Prices. We cut the price of everything in lie veil St. (Beck and 'Co. Greymouth.—Advt.

It is with deep regret that we record the death of Mrs Emma Hewer, wife of Air John Hewer, the well known butcher of Ross, and formerly of Hokitika and Harihari. She came with her husband from Stratford some 27 or 28 years ago. Deceased was a native of Lincolnshiie, England, and 65 years of age. She was taken to Westland Hospital about a week ago in a serious condition but hvr end came somewhat unexpectedly. Deceased leaves a husband, and family of two daughters (Mrs Shearer and Mis T. Staines junr., both of Hokitika) and three sons (Percy of Hokitika, John and Edward of Harihari) to whom the sympathy of a wide' 'circle of friends will be extended. The funeral takes place to morrow afternoon.

An alarming experience which savoured of a sea serpent story befell two Hamilton boys, John Hardingham and Harold Gilbert, when they were out spearing flatfish in Cox’s Bay ; Raglan (says an Auckland exchange). Noticing what appeared to be a log lying on the mud in the shallow water, one of the boys thrust his spear into it. In a moment the water was thrashed into foam as a huge eel twisted and turned in a frantic endeavour to rid itself ot the shark barb, A sudden jerk, and the quarterdilch steel spear was bent almost double, while the stout pole to which it was attached Was torn' from the young fisherman’s hands. But instead of heading for deeper water, the eel turned ferociously on the two boys, who made speedy tracks for the shore. The monster, which was at least Bft in length, then swam slowly out to sea.

It is with sincere regret that we record the death of Mr Albert Joseph Perotti, one of the best known citizens of Greymouth, which last evening occurred at the Grey Hospital, after a comparatively brief illness. A native of Greymouth, where he was born over 57 years ago, deceased was the younger son of the late Cavaliere Gera ldo Guiseppe Perotti (one of the leading pioneers of this district), and had been prominently identified with industrial and sporting activities over very many years. In his youth he was one of the founders of the . Oriental Football Club, which, as • a junior team, carried- all before, and also figured creditably in senior ranks. Albert- was later one of the West Coast rep team which played New South Wales at Greymouth, whilst on going in 1907 to Reef ton as Manager of thf. Perotti estate, he formed there the Star Dramatic Club. He was also a President of the Reefton Jockey and Trotting Clubs and Boxing Association. Hr took an active part in the sawmilling industry, and was highly esteemed by all who knew him. The rews of his death will come unexpectedly to many he' having beeil a man of fine physique, but since taking ill he had to undergo two operations, and these proved,- un* availing. He leaves one brother Mr Geraldo Perotti, of Greymouth, Italian VW-Consul; and two sisters, Misses .Winifred and Lydia Perotti, of London.