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Hokitika Guardian, 13 May 1933, Page 4

For quality Blankets at lowest cash prices shop at W. H. Stopforth’s.— Advt.

Drivers of jnotor cars resident in Hokitika and Ross Boroughs and the County of Westland, are notified that licenses may be renewed now at the County Office.

Men—We have the most comprehensive stock of oily canvas coats, butterfly capes, roadmen’s coats, oil 'leggings, etc, at W, H. >S‘tonfortb ’■> • —Advt.

A notice to make returns of income appears in this issue- Returns should oe completed pnd forwardecj to the Commissioner of Taxes bglore Ist June,

A citizens’ ball ?,s a benefit to the Racing Club will be tendered at the Soldiers’ Hall on Wednesday, June 28th. A number of gentlemen are joining the ladies’ committee with the object of making the function as pronounced a financial success as possible.

The arrival of the m.v. Gael at Haast yesterday reminded a local resident that he entered the Haast' in the s.s. Waipara in 1886. In th. s , intervening 47 years it is not recalled that any othor boat entered the river. The Gael had to enter the Haast as the Okuru harbour was not workable.

Tom Croft, Stillwater, has been matched with Frank Prendergast the Southland middleweight, in Auckland on June 3, Prendergast knocked out George McE'wjen, the middleweight champ : on in six rounds. The, bout will be for a purse and Croft in addition will receive expences;

Air J. Ale Donald, an electrician for the Railway Department, had a lucky, escape on Tuesday. He was proceeding between Stillwater and Brunnei on a motor jigger, when he was suddenly confronted with a train, coming out of the tunnel towards him - Ho. hafi barely sufficient time-to jump clear and the jigger was badly, damaged in the collision with the locomotive. The engine also brushed AlcDonald on the legs, causing some bruising,

The Alunicipal Band’s opening Dance held last evening was a great Miccess, there being a splendid attendance and all thoroughly enjoyed the programmeo of old time and modern dances, the music being supplied by the band. It was announced that owing to counter attractions the dance had been postponed from last Friday, but would be held again next Friday and would continue fortnightly for the remainder of the season.

Reports from Ross state that the well known Ross Orchestra have been practising assiduously for many nights past in preparation for the fortb•omitig Bachelor’s and Spinster s Ball Also an energetic Committee of Bachelors have been busily engaged preoaring the floor as they have stated that it is their intentions to have it in first class order. The secretary also states that the enthusiasm desplayetl by the Spinsters with regard to supper and hall decorations bids fair to setting a standard for future balls and is sure to excel all previous efforts, so it behoves one and all to attend on Tuesday night.

The monthly meeting of the Arahura Valley Womens’ Institute was held on Wednesday last. Present were the President (Mrs Havill) in the chaii and fourteen members, also a number of visiting friends. After the minutes were read and confirmed the Roll Call followed which was responded to hv “a knitting cr sewing hint.” In the competition for the best article made from a flour bag Mesdames Havill and Bennitt scored a tie. In the draw: the latter proved successful. For next irr 'ting it was resolved each member make an article not exceeding lj, yds. of britway, and the Roll Call to take the form of ‘‘a health hint.” A lucky spot competition was won by Mrs Harcourt. The hostesses were Mesdames Havill, D. and W. Houston and Miss Houston who served a dainty tea. The afternoon proved fine and a most enjoyable time was spent.

Why endure the cold when you can P'i\ ,jre at Addisons’ just the warm comiy garments ihat you require, excellent value in nights, fled jackets, hug-me-tights, dressing gowns, vests, bloomers, and hosiery of all description. Inspection invited.— Advt, WOODS' GREAT PEPFERMINT CURE. , For Children’s Hacking Cough.

Messrs W. Jeffries and Co. noti'y entries for their stock sale at Harihan on ’Wednesday next.

For better values and reliable quality iu Towels, ' Sheets', Pillow Cases, etc, try W. H. Stopfcrth’s.— Adyt.

A meeting of the Mining Executive of the unemployment mining scheme will lie held at the County Chambers at. 7.lid o’clock this evening.

I The Canterbury Education Board is inviting tenders for the purchase of Elite Snur old school and out buildings, for removal.

Fresh stock of men's tweed and leather winter overcoats just to hand at AV. H. Stopfoftlrs.—Advt. ;>

Arrangements arc now well in hand for the long night Old Time Dance in St. Mary’s Club Room on Monday night. Good music. Supper provided. —Advt..

The Returned Soldiers’ Euchre will be continued in the S-ldieki? 1 Hall* next Tuesday night when the same good standard of prizes are offered for competition.

The trawler Silver Fern, will arrive at the Hokitika wharf at 1 o’clock on Sunday afternoon with a plentiful supply of fresh fish, to he sold at cheap rates. Come along and secure some delicious fresh fish.—Advt.

Members of the Municipal. Band are reminded of programme at the Westland Hospital commencing at 2 o’clock tomorrow, and at the Mental Hospital on Monday evening at 7 o’clock,

R,’S,A, Euchre, Soldiers’ Rail, Tuesday, May 16th at 8 o’clock. Ist prize, 701 b, bag of sugar, 25l>b. bag of fl oiu ', and 51b, butter; 2nd prize, 51b. tea ; 3rd prize ) 501 b, bag of flour; 4th prize, 51b. butter. Good prizes. Admission 2«.

Hospital Sunday will be observed tomorrow, being the Sunday nearest the birthday of Florence Nightingale. A reminder is given of the invitation to visit the Westland ;Hospital in the afternoon and inspect the institution. The Municipal Band will contribute a programme.:

A large De Dion motor lorry, belonging to the Grey Borough Council,- driv-. en by Mr Frank Sweetman, le.t ••.the road, in Smith Street, above the Railway Station, early yesterday afternoon.,. The lorry, which, with, a load of gravel,: it was carrying, weighed about 5-J tons, got too far over to the. left, of the- road, and the built-up bank collapsed,,.causing the lorry to heel oyer badly. The cab on the driver’s ..side was -blocked,, and the driver had. to jump out on the side to which the lorry was leaning at an angle of forty-five degrees. He was fortunate that the lorry remained suspended, with one of the front wheels in the air, or else he must . have . been crushed under it. It was propped in. its precarious position and unloaded, but it took a gang of men with a block and tackle nearly threo, : hours;t o : restore it to the road, undamaged,...

; Make up something worth.- while. Addison’s can show you excellent, value in striped and plain flannelettes, floral and striped, and plain winceyettes. Flannels and dress " flannels, also the newest in dress materials . and trimmings, buttons and belts, etc. —Advt

Defy the cold with warm blankets and eiderdowns, heavy weight pyjamas, winter underwear, men’s overcoats, cardigans and pullovers, also excellent value in socks all procurable at Addisons’ at keen prices. Inspection invited. —Advt