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Hokitika Guardian, 8 October 1931, Page 4

Van-alls Koveltv Depot have Just Uncled new stocks oT dolls prams prices fn-om 4s 6d to 52s 6d. Select one of these now, pay a small deposit and have it put aside until Xmas.—Advt.

The Becfton Ladies’ hockey team left by Tuesday morning’s train for Rangiora, where they play to-dav and return on Saturday.

The death is reported from Nelson last week of Miss Saunders, who some vears ago wars milliner for Messrs W. McKay and Son when they had their premises in Re veil Street. #

A benefit ball will be held in the Woodstock Hall on Wednesday next Jn aid of an injured footballer. Excellent arrangements have been made and should result In a. bumper attendance. Music by Gaiety Dance Band.

The death Is reported from Bah merston North, of one of its oldest inhabitants, Mrs Mary Elizabeth Whitmore, a former well known resident of Groymouth. A native of Leeds, Yorkshire, the deceased was 80 years of age. She leaves five daughters, Mrs V. Ha rvev. Mrs T. Ball, Mrs A. Cut]?r and Miss Whitmore (all of Palmerston North) ; and Mrs T. H. Hay (Sanson). There are 30 grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.

On Sunday last at Stillwater Mr E. Hales while making some adjustments to his motor lorry, had the rear wheels jacked up, and the engines running, with the lorry in gear. As he wa,s bending over near one of the revolving wheels, part of his clothing was caught in the wheel and he was hurled violent, ly against the side of the vehicle. He called for help, but before,the engine could be stopped, almost all bis cloth-ing-had been torn off him.

Air Victor Wright, a miner employed at Dobson, was last night missing,, and a search failed to reveal lifs whereabouts. He was last seen shortly after 9 o’clock yesterday morning. The fact that he was ant to he affected by fits caused apprehension when he had failed to return to his home last evening. He is a married man with four children. On learning of his disappearance a numerous party of men, led by Con,stable Rodgers and Mr W. Purdy, made a search along the bank of the Grey River as far ns Stillwater, it being thought that he might have been 'engaged,, fishing and met with some mishap. After 10 p.m. the searchers returned without finding any trace of the missing man, whose height is about sft. 11 ins. He was wearing a black hat. a rain coat and white sand-shoes. It is requested that any person who since yesterday morning may have seen or hoard anything of the missing man will at once communicate with the police, or with Mr W. Purdy, Secretary of the Grey Valley Miners’ Union. —Argus.

Dainty neckwear for all occasions. A choice selection of collars and Jabots denoting the present trend of fashion also the latest in pleated dress bows. Now being displayed at McKays.—Advt

This week’s special parcel at the Economical Crockery Shop. 1 large square cake tin, 1 butter dish, 2 cakes of round hath soap, 1 dish mop, 1 cake of sand soap. All for 2s 3d at the Economical Crockery Shop. P. Stephens, proprietress. —Advt.

Tljon’t he caught napping by a sudden change in weather. Keep “Nazol” the scientific remedy ever handy., New double si-e contains 120 full doses foi 2s 6d.— Advt.

Call and see latest designs in Ladies’ Hand Bags at Yarralls. Make your selection for your Xmas gift, pay a small deposit and secure.—Advt.

Mr J. Itoss of Inangahua Junction is at present canvassing the district for support for the season for his pure hred Clydesdale stallion, Ringmaster. Address for the next few days, Red Lion Hotel.

To-night! To-night! At all Saint's Ha., see Miss Ada Lynn in “Soldiers in the Park’’ and “Johnny” ; Miss Xaney Brookes .in “Grandmama” and “Keep off the Grass”; Mr D. Heinz in “Yo! Ho!” and Miss M. Sweeney in “Coo.” Ton are sure to enjoy these .items. A. dance will follow the concert. . Admission to concert and (lance Is 6d, to dance Is. Children 6d.—'Aclvt.

While returning from Rangitata on Sunday evening, a car driven, by Mr L. R. Woodham, of Temuka, capsized on McgDonald’s bridge, and fell to the riverbed below. The bridge where the accident occurred has a. bad approach, and Air Woodham had nearly reached the end of the bridge when a front tyre blew out, causing the car to skid, and crash through the railings of the bridge. The car landed in the bed of the river, and luckily neither the driver nor a. passenger was hurt.

Tomato plants, Canterbury bells, sweet pea plants, now ready, Is 6d a doz. also lettuce plants at Tamil's, Revell Street, Hokitika.—Advt.

An unusual accident with a surprising effect occurred in South Dunedin the other day, when a boy cyclist riding with his head down crashed into the rear of a stationary sedan motorcar. The front wheel of the cycle struck the rear bumper of the ear, and the boy was thrown head-foremost against the sedan top. While the boy’s injuries were much less severe than might, have been expected, the effect on the. car was surprising, the panelling being so badly dented that the repairing of the damage will probably prove an expensive matter.

The change of the seat of government of New Zealand from Auckland to Wellington by the decision of throe Australian Commissioners w'as announced 67 years ago last Saturday, on October 3rd., 1864. The Gommissioner.s had been specially appointed by the Governors of Australia and Tasmania to determine to-which part of Cook Strait the capital of the colony should he removed. The decision in favour of ’Wellington took effect from the beginning of the following year. The case for transfer was so strong that Auckland opposition at first aroused speedily disappeared.

Patrons are notified that cream may now be purchased as usual in any quantity at the Westland Dairy Factory.—Advt.

The annual sale of work ill aid of the funds of St. Andrew’s Church took place yesterday afternoon and evening at St.’ Andrew’s Hall. The members of the Guild had been busy for months past and the result was to be seen by tile very large quantity of useful articles that filled the stalls, and they were marked at prices that resulted in a great clearance being made. In addition' to the various loaded stalls there was a fine display of spring flowers that were the subject of general admiration. An afternoon tea room was attractively laid out and patrons were well satisfied with tlie viands and the attention given by a hevv of young ladies. Various competitions helped to pass away the time pleasantly and the gathering proved another very satisfying success, the financial result being very pleasing to the management.

The Soldiers’ Hall last evening presented a very* gay appearance when the iMilitary Ball took place. The function was a distinct success, a very large number of young people being present who enjoyed to the utmost the good times 'provided for them. The Lucky Spot One Stop was won by Mr H. Preston and his partner, Mrs A. Thompson. The Lucky Monte Carlo Military 2 Step was won by Mir J. Walker and partner, Mess D. McWhirter. Mr C. Bleach had charge of the floor and was ably assisted by Mr Groufsky. The Black Hand Orchestra provided capital music while extras were very much appreciated from Misses Evans, Lynn and iStopforth and Mr De Castro. A sumptuous supper was provided under the able managership of Mrs T. A. Stuart and a band of willing workers. Many members of the force attended in their uniforms which lent colour to tbe occasion. Altogether the Ball was voted one of the best held this season.

New stocks of white dinner ware just opened up at the Economical Crockery Shop. Dinner plates, breakfast plates, bread and butter plates, coupe plates, breakfast cups at lowest prices. Economical Crockery Shop. P. Stephens, proprietress. —Advt.

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

The latest in dress length's can now be procured at McKays, including tne new coin spot shantung, celanese and voiles. —Advt.

‘‘Beauty that comes from health has a gentle quality.” Pimples and coarse skin ave caused by indigestion. To the skin to its original fresh beauty'take X-AN Mixture three times daily. W. 32. Williams. Chemist.— Advt Colds often result of . constipation. Prevented by eating Yeaston Tablets. \Y, jc, Williams. Chemist.—Advt.