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Hokitika Guardian, 18 April 1932, Page 4

Good prizes and a good night’s entertainment for 2s at the Soldiers Euchre on Tuesday,

There was a light earthquake jolt last evening at 9.30 o’clock. It was of short duration, but of sufficient strength to make bunging articles c,-;ci Hate for some time.

The annual Chrysanthemum Show in aid of All Sahibs’ Church building fund will be held in 'the Soldiers’ Hall on Wednesday I day 11th. Entries c’.oss ou Monday, May 9th. Schedules of clas.es can be obtained on application to the hon, secretary, Air A. YV. Yairalh

The death on Sturday of Mr Frederick Adams, removed yet another or the pioneers of the AY est Coast. A native of London, the late Air Adams was 89 years of age, and had been about 60 years on the West Coast. During that t'me lie had been mining in the Marsden, Westport and Hokitika districts.

tika districts. He was caretaker of the Grey School for some years, and was a single man.

The death occurred at Reefton yesterday of Mr Rowland Alfred Barker of Blackwatcr, at the ago of 63 years. A native of Boxborough, Otago, the late Mr Parker up till a few months ago had taken an active interest in gokl-niiiiing in the district in which he resided, A married man, he is survived by lii s wife and a grown up family of three eons, and one daughter.

Addisons specialize in everything for baby. You can get a choice ot smart bn by wear at new prices. Lovely shawls, matinee jackets, pram sets, frocks, capes, bootee.-, slioettes. bibs. liarrns, gowns, also full stocks of baby flannels and flannelettes.--Advt.

For Influenza Colds. WOODS’ GRF.AT peppermint CURE Hair like fine-spun silk after use of Rachel Hair ’Tonic. 3s 6d bottle. Not i dye. YV. E. Williams, Chemist.— Advt.

A wonder fid display of toys of all descriptions can tie **’en at tho Econotn:,.;l | Crockery Simp. including dolls’ prams, dolls, all si***: wooden toy* in Meat variety, tennis racquets, beach balls, gun sets, teddy bears, golljwogs, play balls, aeroplanes, motoT ears, menagerie railway sets, also exclusive firework novelties, Economical Crockery Shop. P. Stephens, proprintreas.- Advt,. 38 years of ago, but looks than 29 since using Rachel Hair Tome. 3s 6d bottle. W. F- Williams, Chemist. —Advt.

Help the R.S.A. and come along to the Soldiers’ Euchre on Tuesday night. The first- prize is double bed blanket®, while other prizes are also offered.

The Kckatahi Sports ball takes piuce on Wednesday next, April 20th., with the Ross Orchestra in attendance. Everything points to a huge- sucoeas from 8 o'clock .sharp.

All- Stouppe of Mes'si's Barry and Stoupe, Opticians, of Christchurch, is at present in Hokitika and may be consulted until Thursday next at Mr Ccu ton’s rooms. Mr Stouppe will he visiting Harihari on Friday and Saturday next.

The Rev. 0. 0 Hailwood wlio has taken over the charge ot St. Paul’s Methodist Church, in succession of the Rev. G. Knowles Smith, conducted his initial services in Hokitika yesterday, each service being well attended.

The Superintendent of the Fire Brigade Inns renewed his request, that citizens should not interfere with the motor enginp or its gear on an alarm of fire. On Sunday morning in an excerls- of zeal one person ran away with the end of a hose in the wrong direction.

A reminder is given of the Seaside Tennis Club’s Ball to be held next Wednesday night commencing at 8.30. The Higlnnaster of the Black Hand has \m Orchestra- of 10 instruments in rare form, so lovers of dancing are in for a treat. Admission 2s 6d which includes supper.

Advice has been received at Lyttol-tion,-that a large trawler has been purchased at Home by Captain A. T, Dowell for a local syndicate. The crawler will act as a mother ship to fishermen at the Chatham Islands. The ship undergoing alterations at a dockyard in England)

R.S.A. Euchre, Soldiers’ Hall, Tuesday, April fifth., at 8 o’clock. Ist. prize pair double bed white blankers; 2nd prize, 3 pair large bath towels; 3rd. prize, i-doz. large pillow slips: 4th. prize, i-doz. linen tea towels. Good .prizes. Admission 2s.—Advt.

No settlement of the dispute on the Chatham Island steamer was arrived at Lyttelton, and the vessel’s crew, including the cook were paid off on Saturday morning. The Tees will he up until early this week when she will rdgn on a fresh crew and proceed on the round trip of the Chatham Islands.

The football Reason in Westland was opened last Saturday when a match between Rimu and Excelsior was played at Rinnu. Interesting from the start, a fast pace was maintained and Rimu won by 10 points to 3. For the winners tries were scored by Growcott and Inglis, both being converted by Agnew. For Excelsior Rimme-r scored an unconverted try.

About 10,000 tons of New Zealand produce was despatched for London by the Commonwealth and Dominion Line motor-ship Port Alma, which sailed from Auckland last week. The following items are included in the vessel’s cargo:—4o,3so cases of apples, 17,464 cases of pears, 9300 bales of wool, 48.900 boxes of butter, 31,650 carcases of mutton. 44,900 carcases of lamb, and a quantity of general cargo, fn addition, the vessel has on board 2500 cases of tinned pineapples which were previously loaded at Suva.

Tn common with other churches in the Diocese of Christchurch, Young People’s Sunday was observed in All Saints’ Church yesterday, as part of an organised effort to foster the interests of the movement. There were good attendances at all the services. The members of the Church’s Young People’s Clubs met at a community tea yesterday afternoon, later attending the evening service. The Rev. H. J. W. Knights conducted the services.

We cordially invite you to inspect our new stock of jmn jars; preserving pars, and preserving pans in all sizes, and as usual the prices are right. We can also supply you with extra tops and rubbers at the Economical Crockery Shop. P. Stephens, proprietress —Advt.

Lines of interest showing at Addisons: Ladies’ and children’s cardigans ami jumpers, dress tweeds and flannels, hosiery and gloves of every description. Mens working shirts, men pyjamas. marble oil baize and table ba'ze. .New designs in linoleum and coir mattings.—Advt. At the address below, skilled am) fashionable hairdressing is a speciality The most up-to-date equipment foi hair waving, shampooing, and othet treatments has been installed, and your most exacting requirements have been catered for. Miss Zilla Stephens. Revel! Street.—Advt.

Patrons are notified that cream may now bo purchased as usual in any quantity a* the Westland Dairy Fa~tow —Advt.

Ce| instant relief from that annoying cold—inhale “Nazol." the scientific remedy. Disinfects the circle of infection—the passages of the mouth, nose and throat. 60 doses for Is 6d. 130 doses for 2s 6d. All chemists.—Advt.

Dull, lifeless hair restored to on trancing lustre with Rachel Hair Tonic, os 6d bottle. W. K. Williams, Chemist. — Advt.

You can make the most piquant sauces and pi- Res with Sharland's Vinegar. A real quality product made in New Zealand. Pure and strong. In bottle or bulk. All grocers.—Advt.