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Hokitika Guardian, 12 May 1932, Page 4

Don’t ask for vinegar—say Sharland’s Vinegar. You know then that you arc getting the best and that it’s New Zealand-made. Pure, piquant and strong. In bottle cr bulk.—Advt.

Slippers at any price in all makes 'Waterproof garments in various it Ardi Little’s shoe store. , qualities including our super guaranteed garments at W. H. Stopfortli’s. —Advt.

Mr M. Iveenan inserts a notice of thanks to the electors of the Central Riding in this issue.

Lines of interest and value just opened at Addision’s: —Ladies’ millinery, traced linen goods at new prices, black astrachan 48in. wide, hoy’s pyjamas, hoy’s pullovers and navy islioit.j, Godwin half hose, and unbleach e d dlieetin gs. —A d vt.

While engaged on Friday in erecting skids for the Granite Greek Sawmill Co., at .Mokihinui, 31 miles uortli of Westport,., Mr Con. Daly, of Greymoiith, sustained a broken leg. By some means one of liis legs became j 'mined, and it was broken below tTi'o knee. He was attended by Dr Burgh of Karanua, aijd later conveyed to the Westport Hospital.

Now is the time for gum boots. Red Ball youths’, 22s 6d a pair; men’s Si's ud a pair; hip 38s 6d a pair, at Arch Little’s shoe store.—Advt.

An accident, having pathetic aspects was sustained by a young woman, in Boundary Street, Greymouth Wednesday evening, says the ‘‘Grey Star.” Shortly before nine o’clock Edna Dunlop, of the Commercial Hotel, was walking swiftly home, after having visited a restaurant, situated 30 yards from the hotel. It is stated that Mrs Mundy called to Miss Dunlop, who is deprived of her sight, and on turning quickly, . she brought her face -into contact with a shop front, fracturing her right jaw bone. She was attended by Dii Ray, and was admitted to tlie Greymouth Hospital,

Since the outbreak of fire in the Count}- Chambers a few weeks ago, carpenters and l painters have been busily engaged in renewing and renovating the structure. , The work had been so far advanced that the large room was used yesterday for a polling booth as- usual. Already all traces of the fire outbreak have been removed and’ when the furniture and fittings are installed the room will appear- ns usual, save that the special district map, and notable photographs that used to adorn the walks, will be missing.

The deatli occurred at the Grey Rivver Hospital early yesterday morning of Mrs Bridget Hennessy, a native of County Clare, Ireland, aged ! -69 years. The late Mrs Hennessy resided for 37 years at Westport, where her husband pre-deceased her some twelve years ago. but for the past seven years she had lived with her daughter Mrs C. Garforth, Greymouth. She is survived by a family of four daughters, Mesdames Garforth (Greymouth), Moore and McGee (Wellington) and Miss Hennessy (Christchurch), and three sons, Thomas and William (Nelson) and John (Otira).

It is some few years since an amateur operatic society ha-s functioned in Hokitika, but lovers of music will appreciate the fact that the society has been revised, and will shortly produce “Merrie England.” The re formation of this society has filled a muenneeded and long-felt want, and, being under expert organisation and direction, should prove both a benefit and asset to the town. The proceeds of the production ‘‘Merrie England” are to he devoted to local, charity, and to nlace the society upon a good working basis, a ball is being held next week to assist its funds for this purpose. Particular attention is being paid to those feature? upon which depend:.? much of the ■fuccq-is ‘of the evening, namely the music and supper, and indications are that the ball will be quite up to all expectations.

Men! Ask to see the new throequarter oily canvas coats. Thoroughly guaranteed. 'Spot cash price 32s 6d at W. H. S-topforth’s.—Advt.

Those des'ring to avail themselves of the services of a qualified optician will have the opportunity this week when Mr Alan M. Budge D. 1.0., N.Z. Greymouth resident qualfied optician may be conslulted for defects of eyesight and sight-test'ng. He will be in Boss on ’Wednesday 11th from 10 a.m. till lp.m., Harihari, Wednesday afternoon and evening from 3 p.m. ; W’ataroa Thursday 12tli, 10 a.ill. till 1 p.m. and Wchekn Thursday evening. This is the of Mr Budge’s vis is. All breakages and repair work may lie sent to him at Greymouth. Appointments may be left with district agentm—Advt,

Tennent’s advise that their Optician will be in attendance at their Hokitika branch, next Thursday, 12th. inst. and may be consulted on all your optical requirements. Make your appointment early.—Advt.

The special attraction on Friday evening will be .the Hockey Club ball in the Public Hall, Kckatahi. This dance will be pm on very , popular lines and is attracting a lot of attention. Home made supper will be provided and ay the music- will be supp.ied by the Ross Orchestra, patrons should have a very enjoyable time.

Avoid grey hair! Rachel Hair Tonic preserves lustre and beauty of hair. 3s fid bottle. W. E. Williams, Chemist.— Advt.

The. final demonstration concert of the Competitions will take place ut the Prince-,s Theatre to night. An ex- b cellent programme has been prepared, jj and and liber enjoyable i‘entertainment i wi.l be provided. With the promise of a line night there should be a good lio-use? a result greatly to he deuired to help tile financial position of uie, Society.

Beware of colds. Keep a bottle of “Niizol” handy—it's the scientific remedy for prompt relief of such ailments, 120 doses for 2s 6d fiO doses for Is fid.— Advt.

Some excitement, not to, say concern, was experienced in the soutliern district at t.ie beginning of the week when a tree was found at night across 1

For real value in men’s oily canvas coats. See our comprehensive range at W. H. Stopforth’s.—Advt.

tno jnam south road near Bake Waliapo. A car driven by a young lady ran into the tree, which was at- a corner, and. the car was partly wiecked. Later a second car camo along, but the driver was warned 1 by the lady. It was then decided to call the roadman,, and on arrival he discovered the tree had been felled across the road. Later the police were informed and an investigation -promised in the morning, The following morning the matter was reported at Okarito, The report caused some concern as the geld -from the dredge was to hb sent up that day, The gold was brought up, but a second car followed, and on passing the s>pot where the road had been obstructed a man wag sepn m the bush but withdrew vvften the second car was seen. Whether there wore designs on the. gold is not clear, hut the matter has caused concern in the .south. No doubt the necessary precautions required will be, taken hi the matter. Meantime it is uncier■stood the police have the matter of further investigation in hand. The car which is damaged considerably oy tlie, sudden contact with , the obstruction will be brought up for repair. It is said there is no doubt the tree was felled, as the evening was cfffm and no wind was experienced to cause a fall.

Tobacco s Mils will disappear from teeth by using 1-o-dent, Tooth Paste. Is 6d tube. W T . E. Williams, Chemist. —Advt.

Premature greyness avoided by using Rachel Hair Tonic. Not- a dye. Only 3s fid bottle. W. E. Williams, Oil jurist —Advt,