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Hokitika Guardian, 23 December 1933, Page 4

The ‘‘Guardian” will not be published on Monday ('Christmas Day) or Tuesday (Boxing Day).

Patronise the local firms. Insist on Kortegast’s lager beer. The ideal thirst quencher—Advt.

■Clients please call and ask for one of our delightful calendars. W. H. Stopforth’s.—Advt.

Prior to his marriage which takes place to-day, ‘Mr E. Undrill was met by the staff of the local branch of the Bank of New Zealand yesterday when the manager (Mr A. Baker) made a presentation to him, the recipient briefly replying.

Mothers! Don’t forget to order your usual supply of Jusfrute for the children. They love it. Kortegast Bros. Phono 92M.—Advt.

Last evening the sun reached its farthest south limit for the year and the daylight should have been the longest for the season. Unfortunately the clouded sky shortened the actual daylight considerably.

Addisons for up-to-date house furnishings, carpets, rugs, runners, linos (new designs), congoleum, curtain nets, cretonnes, shadow tissues, bedspreads, io.il baize, Victoria damask, etc., etc. Inspection invited Advt.

Gifts for all the family at Stephens’ Economcal Crockery Store. Just call and see our stocks of crockery, crystal ware, toys and fancy goods, and your gift problems will be quickly solved.— Advt.

British and best—rairy Dycg for all household purposes.—Advt.

Mrs M. A. Holley senr., inserts a warning to trespassers on.her property at South Spit.

Limited quantity of zipp front shirts in locknii interlock, etc. Shop early at W. H. StopfortE’s.—Advt.

A reminder is given of the Boxing iXtghc (Tuesday) ball .in the Public Hail, Ranieri, in aid of the Kamen Tennis Club. Music by Happiness Boys.

The Ilailway Department advertises in thi s issue particulars of train alterations on December 30; excursions to Lake Mahinapua and Boss on Sunday, December 31, and races at Omoto on Monday and Tuesday January 1 and 2, 1934.

There were heavy showers in the night and early morning. This morning the weather cleared partially and the sun came out, but there were threats of further rain at times. The town were a busy appearance from early morning and as the day wore on the stree.s wore a busier appearance, a large number of country people coming in. Tonight will be a busy one in the streets, taking the place of the usual Xmas eve celebrations.

A dance will be held by All Saints’ Young Men’s Club tc-night (Christmas Eve). Music by Happiness Boys. Presentation of cup for dancing competition. Monte carlo competition (10s 6d prize). Admission Is 6d.—Advt.

The Westland Club’s mid-summtn meeting will take place on the Hokitika racecourse on Tuesday and Wednesday of next week, Racing will start each day at 12.15 o'olock. There are goou entries, a long string of horses beihg engeged. The course and appointments are in excellent order for the meeting, and patrons should enjoy a pleasant outing. The Municipal Band will be in attendance both days, and discourse special musical programmes. Everything points to the meeting being very successful. A large number of horses and visitors are arriving to-day. Mr G. Reid, the starter arrives this evening.

See the new block designs jn fancy coir matting at Bade’s in 27in. and 36in. priced from 3/3 to 3/11, ordinary stripped matting from 2/6 yard.— Frank Bade, ’phone 179.—Advt.

Special Xmas gifts at Schroders: — Scarves 2/-, mesh hose 2/11, 3/6, gloves finest quality, latest fashion 2/11, 3/6, 3/11, 5/6, 6/11, 8/6; these are sold 25 per cent, below value; lamp shades 1/3,' 1/6, "1/9 ,each. Schroder’s Xmas gifts are wonderful value.—Advt.

Practical gifts for men—-Cream pullovers, ties, hats, handkerchiefs, blazers, bathing suits, and hose. Schroder’s can also do splendid value in curtains, linoleum, carpet runners, hearth rugs. Stock i :S selling fast; call early, before the pick is gone at Schroder’s.—Advt.

Locknit makes ideal Xmas gifts which never fail to please. See Addishowroom display of Locknit.— Advt.

Just opened at Addisons—Lac?ies and gents’* girls’ and boys’ bathing togs, in the popular shapes and col* ours, beach towels, bright and grey beach pyjamas, coloured trousers and isluorts, Japanese beach hats and beach balls, all sizes from 9d to 1/11. Make your purchases today from full stocks.—Advt.

Professor T. H. Easlerfield, director of the Cawthron Institute, who will retire at the end of the year after 14 years in this position, was met by s the trustees and members of the staff of the institute l hiS ■week and a presentation was maae to Professor and Mrs Easterfield ox two cabine.s of cutlery by the trustees and an electric lamp by the staff. Mr W. J. Moffatt, chairman of the Cawthron Trust Board, who presided, Bishop Sadlier, Mr H. R, Duncan, and Mr P. G. Gibbs (three past chairmen of the board) spoke in terms of high praise of the invaluable services rendered to the institute by Professor Easterfield, and Mr T. Bigg, the new director, paid a warm tribute on behalf of the staff. Professor Easterfield intends to make :an early visit to England.

Dyeing? Use Fairy Dyes—6d tube everywhere.—Advt.

Rortegnst’s Cnristmas specials. Sunkissed orange, lager beer, ginger stout, stone ginger beer. Order now to ensvftje early delivery. Ring 92A1 anc. leave the rest to us.—Advt.

Books make ideal Xmas gifts for boys and girls. We have a splendid selection for tiny tots, and boys and girls of all ages. Come and inspect them at Stephens’ Economical Crockery store. —Advt. •

Quite a pleasant little function took place in Humphreys schooiroom on Tuesday evening last, when the annual break-up and prize-giving gathering took place. Mr Lopas (chairman of the school committee) referred to the good work of the teacher, Miss Heil, and also congratulated Master John Dwyer in securing hi s proficiency, wishing him every success m the future. An interesting feature was the little tots receiving their gifts, and wishing their teacher a Merry Xmas. Afterwards Miss Elma Hams was called upon to present Miss Heil with a box of s ta f i°:i ery ; a gift from the children, which was much appreciated. Daqcing and games commenced, the music being sup plied by Mrs Breeze and after an enjoyable evening the happy party closed by singing the National Anthem.

The Choir of St. Andrews’ Church, will visit Woodstock Church in order to render special Christmas music at the service to be held to-morrow afternoon. , !

Prestons notify that their Quay shop will be closed from 'Saturday to Thursday. Fresh bread willbe • on. sale at the tea rooms, Revell Street, on Tuesday and Wednesday.

Do not forget the dance in the Soldiers’ Hall on Yew Year’s .Eve '(today week), to he followed by a long night dance on Monday night. Music t>y the Black Hand Orchestra.

The Lake Kanieri Outboard CTub will hold a mixed regatta on New Year’s Day, when eight outboards will compete. The programme of events includes the following:—Outboard handicap, three heats of two laps; boys’ and girls’ flatty race (under 14), trophy; handicap flatty race for ladies, trophy; cruiser race (for pleasure -launches) j men’s flatty race; sculling championship ; open outboard handicap (Tullocli Cup), 4 laps, post entry. The events will commence at 1 p.m.

On Wednesday afterhoon the Hokitika branch of the Returned Soldiers’ Association held their annual Christmas Tree Party. An invitation was extended to the children of ex-service-men in the district, resulting in a very large gathering. The Hall , was tastefully decorated, as a winter scene, with a large Christmas tree, laden with toys, holding pride'of place in the centree. A strong ladies’, committee, catered for the children and the parents in the way of afternoon tea, soft drinks and ice cream. Santa . Clause arrived promptly at 3 o’clock, and was welcomed, on behalf of the children, by Mr W. E. Brown, president of. the branch. Santa Claus briefly replied and expressed his pleasure at being present. He then distributed the toys, and sweets to the children and to all appearances thoroughly enjoyed his afternoon among the little ones. The gathering was one of the most successful that has been held, and the increasing number of children that have to he catered for each year, testifies to the popularity of the function, and is a very commendable effort on the part of the R.S.A. ' - '•