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Hokitika Guardian, 15 December 1931, Page 4

Included in Messrs McMahon and Lee’s entry list for Wataroa sale tomorrow is a line of 20 far cattle. A purebred Clydesdale stallion 5 years old, sound and broken to all work, is offered for sale in this issue. A grand concert and ball will be held in the Town Hall Rimu on Wednesday, December 14th., in aid of tlie funds of the Convent School, Rimu. A capital programme for the concert, including solos by Mr Duffy of Greymonth. A ball will follow the concert. Popular prices,—Advt,

The /.rights and privi/eges of the Westland Trottiiig Club for their meeting on Monday January 4th were disposed of by Messrs M, Houston tnd Co. on Saturday afternoon, Mr A. Nufice* kivell secured the No. 1 and No. 2 booths, Mr I). Dowell the fruit stall and the Guardian Coy. the > rights to the pavda,

In honour of the approaching marriage of Miss C. Hopkins to Mr W. Lindsay, a kitchen evening was held in All Saints’ Hall last evening. There were a large number of guests and a wide range of useful articles was received. A presentation was made by Mrs H. J. W. Knights on behalf oi the Girls’ Club. Mr Lindsay returned thanks. An enjoyable evening was spent in games and dancing.

Beauty demands the best, superior hair dressing is your first consideration. Hairdressing and facial massage treatment has won enthusiastic approval from clients patronising the Divinia Toilet Salon. Inspiration and joy in the work of the two operators who strive to make your beauty their duty has been the means of a rush business for ’Xmajs. Appointments can be made by ringing 193. Morning and afternoon teas provided, also car to convey clients to and from Salon.

Two brothers. Goad, referred to in yesterday’s telegram who were arrested at Otira on Sunday by Constable Robb, were charged with breaking and entering a dwelling house at Cass. The men were in possession of a motor-car that was allegedly stolen from the Rink Taxi’s Garage, Christ.’ church, juid in the gar there wag found a eosiderablo amount of drapery, alleged to be the proceeds of a 'burglary in respect of a draper’s shop in Christchurch city. The alleged offenders will be further charged with a number of offences at Otira and . Grey mouth, committed about two months ago. They are to appear at ’the Magistrate’s Court, Greymouth, this morning.

Monster Benefit Xmas Euchre, Soldiers’ Hall, Wednesday, December 16th at, 8 o’clock. Ist Prize, Xmas ham; 2nd prize, Xmas Ham ; 3rd prize, Xmas cake ; 4th prize, Xmas cake; sth prize, Xmar pudding; 6th prize, Xmas pudd-ng. Proceeds in aid of the Xmas Tree Fund. 6' prizes. Admission 2s. —Advt.

A meeting of the committee of the Returned Soldiers’ Association was held at the Soldiers’ Hall last evening, when matters in connection with the Christmas Tree and party for ex-sold-ier’s children were finalised. There were present,: Messrs Evans (chair), Armstrong, Stuart, Brown, Lynch, Bleach, Gilchrist and Paterson, members of the committee, and Mesdames Stuart and Parkhill. An apology was made for MiHart’s absence. The secretary reported regarding finance, which was considered satisfactory, and it was resolved to arrange the function for Monday, December 23 at 2.30 o’clock, it was decided to ask parents to send in names and ages of children. Father Christmas will attend. Games will be held and the children entertained. The Secretary reported there had been a good response in regard to casual work. Funds were also handed to the County Council which was able to give the men full rationed time this week.

Secure beautiful ’Xmax gifts by shopping early at the Economical Crockery Shop where shopping is- made easy as everything is marked in plain figures, salad' sets, cake and sandwich sets, tea sets, crystal water sets, jug sets, palm bowls, and the best variety of fancy gcods in town. Economical Crockery Shop. P. Stephens, proprietress.—Advt.

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

A wonderful display of toys of all de. cripcions can be seen at the Economical Crock'—v Shop, including dolls' prams, dobs, all sizes; wooden toys in great variety, tennis racquets, be°°h balls, gun sets, teddy bears, golliwogs, play balls, aeroplanes, motor cars, menagerie railway sets, also exclusive firework novelties, Economical Crockery Shop. P. Stephens, proprietress. —Advt.

Turner’s in a change of their announcement give particulars of ’Xmas specialities.

An important announcement concerning ex-Service Men’s children appears on the front page of this issue.

A fresh consignment of cabbages just arrived, 3s per bag. The Mart, Sewell Street.—Advt.

Make your appointments now at the .Eugene Toilet Saloon, as already 1,1 a appointments for Xmas week are numerous and I would be obliged if patrons would consult m.e early this week. Miss Zilla Stephens.—Advt.

The Governor-General has been advised that the King has been graciously pleased to approve the appointment ol the 'Hon. Sir Michael 1 Myers, Knight Commander of the Most Distinguish il Order of St. Michael and St. Gqorge, and Chief Justice ot Aew Zealand, to be a member of His Majesty s Most Honourable Privy Council.

At the- Greymouth Magistrate’s Court vescrdav, Mabel Hillier did not appear to answer a charge of theft of one pendant valued at. 10s 6cl, the property of Annie .Johnston, at lvaiata, on September 20. After hearing t,lic evidence of Annie Johnston, Dennis and Sarsfnld Johnston, and Constable Rodgers, tile MagistrUte convicted defendant and admitted hfel' to probation for two years, slie being also ordered to pity witnesses’ expensed £1 Os 6d. An order was Wilde that the pendant be returned to the owner. Raul Edward Higgins and Colin Cochrane were charged that on November 18, they did discharge a missile, a .22 calibre rifle bullet, to the danger of Katherine McCarthy. The Magistrate said it was not as serious a case as most rifle cases. Doth defendants were convicted and fined £l, with costs 10 s -

To the careful man who wants to save expense and keep his well groomed appearance, see the new range and patterns of Kelsam Suites just opened at Addisons. They embody the four essentials of good tailoring. Ist good materials; 2nd smart cutting; 3rd perfect making; 4th stylish finishing; and they are economical in price—an important factor when economies are necessary.—Advt.

At the Magistrate’s Court Greymouth yesterday, before Mr H. P. Lawry S.M., Charles Robertson pleaded not guilty to the theft of coal valued at Is the property of an unknown person, from the Greymouth wharf on November 21st. “If you pay 10s into the Hospital fund, I will dismiss this charge undfr a section of the Act. There is r.o doubt you took the coal off the wharf,” said the Magistrate. “I do not wish to record a conviction* instead . you will be given a chance as you have not been before the Court previously. The defendant stated that he would endeavour to find the 10s, The Magistrate adjourned the , case until today, to allow the defendant to make the payment of 10s. Frederick Williams (Mr T. F. Brosnan) was charged that on November 18, at Wallsend railway station, be did behave in a disorderly manner. He was further charged that on the same date he did strike Richard Charles Masters Buckman. The Magistrate said it was a ease of most unjustifiable assault. Defendant would be convicted and fined £3 with costs IDs, on the charge of striking Buckman. The other charge would be dismissed.

The popular prices at the Eugene Toilet Saloon are as follows.—Shampoo and setting with oil treatment and trim 3s fid. 'Shampoo and marcel wave. 4s 6d. Marcel wave only 3s fid. Hair cut Is. Hair staining a speciality. Shampoo and hair cut 2s 6d. Miss Zi'ln Stephens.—Advt.

Blackheads rapidly disappear after eating Yeaston Tablets. 36 for 2s 6d,100 for 5s 6d. W. E. Williams, Chemist.—Advt.