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Hokitika Guardian, 10 March 1932, Page 4

Observing .some desire for a change in the personnel of the Unemployment Committee, relating to the secretaryship, inquiry elicits very little reason for any change. It may be that it is personal, hut nothing has come to the surface to .suggest any valid reason for a change. On the contrary, from the opinions gleaned there is nothing hub complete satisfaction expressed for the attention given by a painstaking secretary. The work is well done, and ail records are faithlully kept. It is difliciiltj to conceive any rc»nn for a change, and mcVst of the members of the Committee consider that the unemployed are fortunate in having one in charge of the finance who is so scrupulously fair in the allocation of tile weekly amount. It is very rarely of late owing to the numbers of men enrolled, that there is full time for all, and the duty devolves on the secretary of apportioning the amount in the fairest manner possible. The piesent secretary has shown an earnest desire tb be fait* in tins matter, and actually the moil are fortunate that one is disposed to do the work without fear or favour, but with the sole desire to do justice to all. It has to be remembered also that tins work discharged so faithfuly for the benefit of all concerned, is being done without aiiy recompense. Much extra work has been thrown on the sees rotary, and lie has not spared himself in any way, working early and bite so that the week’s work may he discharged within the time for the service of all, and so the ordinary official duties may not be neglected. There is much detail in the office work relating to the administration of unemployment. hut nothing has been neglected and the ordinary duties of the office' have - been carried on without detriment to the civic administration. It is true that- capable assistance has been obtained to help with the work, but this is only because of the volume of work in regard to the details of records and payments within a .stipulated time. Actually the community is receiving first class service in regard to the official administration for which praise and not blame is due.

A young man named Johnstone was removed to the Westport Hospital ot Tuesday, suffering from severe injuries to his anil, wlicli lie received a.s a result of a fall ol coal in tae Slock lon mine, it is leaved the arm will 'have to. be amputated.

The Golden Coast Co-operative Dairy Coy.. Ltd., Rocfton, had an output of butter for the month of February 1932 of 19,429 lbs. greater than that of t'ae corresponding period last year. The sum of ten pome per lb. butter-fat is being distributed to suppliers for the month, and as this 11 presents the good total of £2,803, there is quite an optimistic feeling among the farmers of the district.

/Hie wedding took place cn Monday evening at the residence ot Mr and Mrs .James Hazeldine, Marsdcu Road, of Gladys Alice, only daughter of Mr and Mrs A. E. Smith, of Greymoutii, formerly of Durham, England, to Cyril Nolan, sixtli son of Mrs and the late .Mr Curtis, Cobdeii. Rev. \\. Lnaumont officiated. The bride, who was escorted by Mr. G. Curtis, a ore an ankle-length frock of silver satin, with hat and slices to tone, and she carried a bouquet ol micliatlmas daisies and maidenhair fern. Miss ‘Doreen Hazeldine attended as brid smaid. She wore a frock of lavender satin, and carried a bouquet of carnations and maidenhair fern. Mr Adrian Ellery was best man. After the ceremony a reception was given, Mrs Hazel dine receiving the many guests. Mr and Mrs Cyril Curtis will reside at South Beach.

Mountaineering in Southern Westland is very popular this season. On. the 3rd. inst, Messrs N. and H, Denton with Guide Frank Alack, left the Fox Glacier hostel for Douglas Hut on the route to Copland Pass. Horses were used as • far as Welcome Flat, and the night passed at the Hut. The next morning the party went, on on foot, and reached the Hermitage for lunch. The next day the party started out for De la Beche Hut, and* camped the night. On Sunday the party crossed by Graham’s Saddle and was back at Welieka hostel for dinner. The round trip occupied «only four days, which is a record. Messrs Denton were thrilled with the trip, which was enjoyed at every stage and was a revelation in high mountain scenery. i Stubborn stains vanish from teeth when cleaned with I-o-clent Tooth Paste. Fort a his iodine. W. E. Williams, Chemist.—Advt.

Patrons are notified that, cream may now lie purchased as usual in any quantity a* the Westland Dairy Factory.—Advt.

Xew Zealand can produce a recognised fine quality vinegar. You try Saarland’s Vinegar yourself and see if you don’t agree. It’s pure, it’s piquant, it’s strong. In bottle or bulk.—Advt.

At the address below, skilled and fashionable hairdressing is a speciality. The most up-to-date equipment for hair waving, shampooing, and other treatments has been installed, and your most exacting requirements have been catered for. Miss Zilla Stephens, lievell Street,—Advt.

Beware of colds, Keep a bottle of “Xazol" handy—it’s the scientific remedy for prompt relief of such ailments. 120 doses for 2s 6d. 60 doses for Is 6d. — Advt.

We cord Ally invite you to inspect our new stock of jam jars, preserving jars, and preserving pans in all sizes.’ and ns usual the prices are right. We can also supply you with extra tops and rubbers at the Economical Crockery Shop. P. Stephens, proprietress. - Advt.