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Hokitika Guardian, 14 November 1931, Page 4

The annual meeting of the Westland Competitions Society lias been fixed for the first Monday in December. Found at Addisons, the ’Xmas Gifts I like at the prices I like.—Advt. The Returning Officer for Westland electorate (Mr R. Cox) notifies the dates of nomination day and polling day for the general election. On the Highways Estimates this year for the southern roads, there, is a vote of £250 for widening the main road at Harihari, nild a vote of £SOO for O’Neil’s creek bridge at Tetaho, where at present there is a temporary crossing,

Billiards and how the game should be played can be seen at the Elite Billiard Parlour.—Advt.

The recent fine spell of wfeaither has made a pleasing improvement to the settlement districts. A visitor to the Kokatahi-Koiterangi district this week, was surprised to see. the country looking so. well, and the prosperous appearance of the homesteads many of which have beteai newly painted. The extent of pastoral country behind Hokitika often surprise® visitors, who-, hardly expect to see so much good flat country near the town.

The house for value in full fashioned pure silk hose, in all the fittest shades, Gunmetal, Nightingale, Promenade, Rosador, Basque Brown, Nubrown at special prices “to suit even the most fastedious” at Schroder and Co., . the leading Drapers.—Advt.

Application for permission to construct an asphalt tennis court on the Hokitika beach a.t. the rear of Mr R.. Lynn’s section in Revell Street was made to the Hokitika Borough Council last evening. The Council offered no objection and the permission was granted.

The bargains have been snapped up promptly at Oliver and Duff’s clearing sale of boots and shoes, and as the ond is now rapidly approaching, patrons should not fail to visit the sale during the next day or two, —Advt,

A wedding anniversary of rare cccurrence, the 65th, or platinum, was quietly celebrated by Mr and Mrs W. Knight of Auckland, last week. Mr and Mrs Knight were married on sth November, 1866, at the Parish Church Oadby, Leicestershire, England, states the “New . Zea’land Herald” and later they came to New Zealand accompanied by their five children on the sliio Famcmoth.

' Purely as a matter of form, whether it affects them vilallv, indirectly,! or hot a,t all, public bodies are sometimes asked for an opinion in matters of a. difficult nature. The White New Zealand League, Pukekohe, wrote to the Hokitika Borough Council advising that the League was endeavouring to control more adequately the arrivals, departures of, and conditions generally under which Asiatics have domicile in the Dominion, and asked for the Council’s support in attaining statutory effect to the League’s proposal. The letter was laid on the table.

An important mining development is promised at Gillespie® Beach, in the j news that a claim of' substantial area is being- applied for for dredging purposes. The locality is highly thought of, and the enterprise should turn out well. The scene of operations is south of Three Mile dredge below Okarito, while between the two points is a considerable stretch of auriferous beach country which is at present held, and is likely to be prospected ishortly. This manifestation of interest in beach, mining indicates that the gold-mining indusry should receive a good fillip next year from the new ventures in hand and an sight. No doubt other parts of South Westland holding attractive beach dredging propositions will also attract more at-

tention now, and other developments are possible.

Patrons are notified that cream may no'w be purchased as usual in any quantity ah the Westland Dairy Faery.—Advt. Some odd lines of boots and shoes, special .quality, now offering at specially cut prices to clear at Oliver and Duff’s clearing sale, closing this week. —Advt.

Call and inspect our display oT Xmas go"ds just opened up. 'Crystal water sets, crystal goblets and wines, also stem jellies, jug sets, sandwich sets, salad sets and tea sets in the very latest designs and colourings. P. Stephens, Proprietress.—Advt.

Mr J. 'Monk'and family insert a notice of thanks in this issue.

The .postponed meeting of the Hokitika School Committee will be held on Monday evening at 7 oclock.

The next ordinary meeting of the Westland County Council will he held on the loth, prox., the third Tuesday in the month.

The Three Mile Tennis Club are holding a. dance in the Three Mile Halt on Wednesday, November 18th. Music by Bachelor Orchestra,, home-made supper, Admission, gentlemen 2/-, ladies 1/6. Old time and modern dances.— Advt

A thoroughly enjoyable evening was held yesterday when the combined bible clauses of St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church held a. Mock Court. This was followed by a Mock Banquet when a delectable repast was provided, and a number of toasts were honoured.

A petition, signed by fourteen ratepayers in Davie Street, was presented to the Hokitika Borough Council last evening urging that formation work bo carried out through the Unemployment Scheme, Members considered that the cost would be too high and, after some discussion the matter was referred to the Public Works Committee.

Permission to attend to grnve s at the Hokitika cemetery in his own time and collect fees was sought by the sexton from the Borough Council last evening. Councillor Duff considered this proceedure might lend itse’f to abuse,' but, on the other hand it was stated that the extra work would be of benefit to the sexton. Members agreed that it was too big a question, and after further discussion decided that no<action should be taken.

A Ford car was found capsized on the Omoto Road near Dobson last evening. The driver of the "Car, a Mr Reid of Cobden, was admitted to the Grey Hospital suffering from head and leg injuries, but his condition is not serious. Another occupant of the car was uninjured.' The .driver was pinned under the the vehicle until the assistance of a passing motorist was obtained. It is stated the accident was caused' through the car skidding in i&ome loose shingle.

The closing meeting of the season of All Saint’s Young Men’s Club was held last evening. Provisional arrangements were made for a Bible Class and Club rally in Hokitika, on New Year’s Day, to which classes and clubs in Greymouth would be invited. It was suggested that they should go to Mount Misery for lunch, and return to the Parish Hall for tea*and a social in the evening. Other suggestions were made for next year’s programme.

In connection with the Harbour Board’s proposal W divert the middle channel of the river of provide berthage for shipping, ameng other things, the Board notified the Hokitika Borough Council last evening that it intended to provide labour under the No 5 Scheme, and asked for the .Council’s co-operation in providing a member of its staff to act as overseer. The Council approved of the suggestion and left the matter in the hands' of its own overseer to comply with the request.

Mr D. Stevenson, the builder of the new stand at the Hokitika racecourse, has made excellent progress with the structure, and it should be ready for occupation well in advance of the racing dates. The main portion of the structure is of concrete, and while being substantial in. construction, presents a very neat appearance. It will be as commodious as the former stand, though not quite the same dimensions. Access to the stand will be direct from the lawn by two short flights of steps. The seating is now being installed, and the official quarters below will shortly be prepared.

The last word in Shantung Silks, spotted and fancy, are now opening out; also spotted Shantung frocks—Bathing costumes and caps for the holidays at Schroder and Co. An early call is necessary to secure -the pick. Phone 1215. Advt.

An accident occurred at the Arnold Sliding Sawmiljl yesterday afternoon, 1 when an employee, Charles Smith, a married man, aged 45 years, sustained isevere injuries. He was later admitted to the Grey Hospital. It is stated that the mill Fordson tractor got out of control, through some defect in the gear, and Smith attempted to jump off a trolly, on which he was riding, but got under the. wheels and sustained leg injuries, the left leg being fractured, whilst the right leg was also injured and it,-is feared that his foot may have to be amputated. The tractor with its empty rake of timber trucks went on about a mile before it was stopped, but it did not leave the line and was not damaged in any way. The other two men, who were on the rake jumped clear and were uninjured. The condition of Mr Smith was reported last evening to be still serious.

Prettier than ever and so reasonable are the ’Xmas (rifts that ar e now on display at Addisons Remember he who buys early buys well. Inspection invited.—Advtt.

Smart cretonne, zampa. and linen beach hats in aff sizes and designs Prices from 2/9 at McKays.—Advt.

Try'Trellis Bra"d Cordial this summer ■lt’s a delicious beverage—cooling, refreshing, healthful. Two flavours orange and lemon. All stores.—Advt.