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Greymouth Evening Star, 7 April 1910, Page 2

f'vele repairs—satisfactory and reasonable—F. C. Wade mid Co'.- Advt. The Public Hall will he again open for skating to-morrow evening. The Mapourika's mails were taken n|f at YVeMpoit. and will he received here by the Reelton train to-night. Physicians' proscriptions li-pcn-.-d with accuracy at J. 11. Keddie's, chemist. Country orders despatched by return mail. Consultations about hike repairs gratis Bring your invalid machine.—F. C. Wade and Co.- Advt. Amongst other works shortly to he exe cutod by the Inangalma County Council is a track fram the Inan-ahua Landing to the Uliiekwaler, an affluent of the Bnller River. It is intended to promote prospecting for alluvial gold hearing .areas and will pas through a line of country which offers considerable inducement to the pros, [.e tor.

Ifokitika secured first place in the Scot tish dancing competition, lint for alround excellence in the more popular forms of hornpipes, band dances, reels, jigs, etc., there is no doubt that Greymoutli "till leads with that clever two, Tina Ashton f.nd Toltie Michel, who will |xts"itivel\ appeal at the vaudeville entertainment in the Tnwn Mall to morrow (Friday) night. We reminil dancing enthusiasts of the assembly which will lie held in the Cobden Hall to morrow evening. The music is in the hands of t'aliinan's orchestra, and (he floor has been thoroughly prepared. Everything )wints to a successful season, as the committee, who have the arrangements in hand, intend doing all in their power to successfully achieve that end.

The monthly meeitng of the W.C.T.I', was held yesterday, when there was a ■„ 1 attendance of members. Matters in

connection with the Cnion were discussed. Mesdames Tainui and West from the Arainira Pah Cnion, were present, and gave two most interesting addresses on women's work in connection with the Cnion. They were entertained at Mrs Mason's at afternoon tea. A new member joined the ranks.

Attention is directed to the alteration Messrs Mark Sprot and Co's advertisement, announcing the sale of racehorses on Saturday morning at their yards. Maekay Street. In addition to Mr Griffon's team previously mentioned, Mr T. Staines. Hokitika! will s,.H the well known trotter Mawhera and hoy's pony. Mr Murfitt will sci! without reserve his team consisting of N'ordoff. First View, Montague, BlessImk and Contingent. Mr Keller's horse Ruatapu. Mr 11. s. Meads, representative of the Kitchen First Aid Cabinet, has arrived in Greymoutli and intends introducing this .■il'im-t to the district. It contains all the essentials for first aid work, and will prove invaluable to many in districts where medical aid cannot be readily obtained, it i.- recommended to the consideration of the people of this district :i< a benefit not only to themselves, but also i.- a means of assistance to members of the profession, who may be .ailed to cases of emergetnev far removed from their nbode.

The members if the Greymoutli Bowling ('ltd) had a most enjoyable afternoon on their green yesterday, the green being in capital order. A match between the holders of the Davidson diamond buckles. Messrs .1. Cairttey and. Davidson against Messrs •). Truscott and .1. Ring took place which proved most interesting, the scores l—in-: ('airney 10. Truscott 13. The buckles «ere very much admired, and Messrs Truscott and Rimr were congratulated on their win. During the afternoon Mesdames W. Thomas and E. J. Smith dispensed tea and refreshments, which were greatly appreciated by the bowlers.

"The Death of Christ" formed the subject matter of a very feeling address delivered bv Mr Hugh' Baton, Scottish evangelist, last night in the Public Hall. The attendance of the public was again verv large. The address, lull of pathos regarding the great sacrifice that was made by Jesus < lirist for the world and the joy that He -till lives to succour, will long be iemi inhered by tho ; e privileged to hear the preacher, especially those Christians who consecrated themselves afresh, and others who sought the salvation of the Saviour of Mankind. Tonight the tiual mission service will take place, when an opoorlunity will he given the publii of

making an ofteriny towards the funds of the Salvation Army, who rendered such valuable assistance during the progress of

Vrchdeacon York and Mi hied Harlev ~,,,,,„ , .:,..! thrcti'h to Westport <:. \i..,,,i,, . Jn .\ ~,,„,,,;.! •...ui/C-. -* t t -• • '! h. \ jounc) til. roid in excellent urde'-,

with' the exception of a stretch of three or four miles between the Inangahua Junction ami Roeklauds. Thev complain of the dilatoriness of Government in not ere, ting the long promised bridges at Mawheraiti and Stoney Crock. When these two livers ate bridged thev reckon that the journey from Greymoutli to Westport. 100 mill's, on a "Triumph" motor could be made in about four hours. It speaks well for these machines that Mr Har!*\ and

the Archdeacon negotiated till the hills including the Reeftoti Saddle, without the .-lightest diflifiiltev, and the machines stood the test of "the rough journey both ways with absolutely no repairs, not even the loosening of a nut.

.Mi- George Sweetman_^.■watchmaker and jeweller, of Tiiinui Street, has just received a consignment of high class goods in jewellery and electro plate ware. These comprise some very choice greenstone pendants, brooches and other ornaments. The electro-plated ware includes a number of handsome trophies such as cups, salad howls, cruets, and other choice table ornaments, made of the best cut glass and beautifully burnished. These goods are equal to silver and can he procured at prices that suit everyone and are specially appropriate for wedding and birthday presents, as their lustre always remains the same. His stock of watches and clocks is a very good one. ;i.ud he has just received a consignment of (pirate alarm docks made specially to suit the West, Coast climate. A visit t<» his establishment will repay anyone, as the goods are all fresh and the prices compare favorably with any on the Coast.

The Commercial Hotel at the corner of Mawhera Quay and Boundary Street, lias reeently undergone a very complete uverlian! and the internal arrangements are altered to provide much improved accommodation downstair.*. .Mr .1. McCarthy, 'he popular proprietor, has gone to considerable expense to have everything done :n his liking. The liar and front parlors are altered so as to afford privacy for several different parties, and the large commercial and (.Hums; rojms are resplendent with new decorations and pictures, while they have been provided with additional furniture and fittings. The upstairs rooms are large and roomy and open out on to the large balcony which affords guests a splendid view of the port and sur(rounding scenery. Mr McCarthy has secured a fresh lease of the premises, and the alterations he has effected have been very well done. To him and his family. who are so well and favorably known throughout the West Coast, we' desire to extend our hope for a continuance of the patronage that he has so richly earned by 'lis courtesy to one and all.

People pooh-poohed the possibility of publishing the best works of the standard writers at a uniform rate of sixpence per copy. It, would not pay, said they. The absurdity of their contention is evidenced by the fact that these same works are now procurable for twopence at Reid's Exchange Library, Upper Mawhera Quay.—Advt.

A good piano Is a first-class investment as well as a means of pleasure and culture. Our stock of pianos includes only the world's best makes, therefore we invite you to inspect tbe-eawe without delav. Rich Lipp pianos, John Broadwood pianos, CoLlinson pianos, Collard and Collard pianos, Ronisch pianos, Bohm pianos, etc., and Bell and Imperial organs. Terms arranged to suit all. Sheet music and small goods a specialty. New music by every mail. Address: The Dresden Piano Company. Limited, Campbell's Building*. Tainui Street. Manager, Mr A. J, Clarkpon.—Adrt.

The Rev. T. W. Vealie leaves by thfl express to-morrow morning to take up the charge of the Mornington Methodist Church, Dunedin. On Tuesday as if to herald the news of the re-introduction of Newcastle coal to

our shores, the whistle at Stockton blew a "no work" signal, the first since the famous strike at Newcastle. A grand concert will be given by the Greymouth Druids Bohemian Club in the Ngahere schoolroom on Wednesday evening next, the 13th instant, after which a

dunce will be held. All accounts owing to Mr Charles Goodwin, of Ngahere, must be paid to his attorney, A. Naylor. agent, at once, otherwise they will be sued for without further notice. Messrs Harley and Co., Limited, acting under instructions from Mrs Dransfieid,

will sell to-morrow at 2 p.m. on the preTv raises, 33 Alexander Street, the whole of Iter household furniture and effects. A meeting of residents of Cobden will be held in the public schoolroom this evening at eight o'clock to protest against the island, which has been a commonage since Cobden was formed, being leased, and to taket such steps as are expedient to prevent this proposal being carried out. A requisition has been prepared and is now being numerously signed by townspeople, asking Dr J. W. Mcßrearty, jun., to allow himself to be nominated for tho position of Mayor of Greymouth. It will lie presented to the doctor this week. The Hon. R. McKenzie says that the Government's new water power scheme is now one of the biggest questions before the country, and immediately after next session steps will be taken to put it into operation.

A splendid range of ladies' winter dress skirts now showing at Aitken and Peter's. All the latest shapes and materials, prices ransing from 9-6 to 25'-. Inspection invited. Note the address: Coates' Buildings, Maekay Street.—Advt, The Race Meetings Act, passed last session, is now in operation. The Act does not applv to racing clubs authorised to use the totalizator. ' Other clubs must applv to the Minister of Internal Affairs for a license to hold a nice meeting, and such license may be revoked at any time the Minister thinks fit. Racing conducted without such authority is illegal, and anyone concerned in such a race meeting is liable to a fine of £SO or to three months' imprisonment. If the offence is committed by a body corporate the fine will be £200." It mav be added that trotting comes under the definition of "horse rac-

In speaking at the social function to I)r Fitchett last night. Mr Felix Campbell referred to the Grevmouth Harbor Board. He said that thou-di the Board at the present time was short of cash, it was.pot short of revenue. He had seen the time when verv small steamers, drawing five and six feet, had a difficulty to work the port, anil now thev had steamers of several thousand tons, drawing 20ft of water, coming in. The large sums of money -pent on harbor works had improved the interests of the Natives. He only asked the Public Trustee for their rights and privileges. Everyone present would say thev were freeholders. (Voices: All freeholders). ' , -, , Alexander Lenuie is still at the (. bib.— Advt.

The funeral of the late James Edward Jacobs took place this afternoon, the remains being interred in the Greymi uitli cemetery. The cortege was a large and representative one, including a large number of residents of the Grey Valley. At the graveside a solemn service was conducted by the Rev T. "W. Yea lie. A large number of wreaths were placed on the grave, thus showing the general regret felt at the death of one so well respected, and marking the great sympathy felt for the relatives in their dire affliction. Mr W. Webley (senior), representing the well-known Chnstchurch firm of Webley, Sons and Gofton. tuners, repairers and importers of pianos and organs, is now in Greymoutli, and will take the earliest opportunity of calling on clients. Orders left with' Messrs G. W. Moss and Co or at Revington's Hotel will receive prompt attention.—Advt. OBTAIN A PATENT. New ideas, or improvements on existing arrangements should be patented —provisionally at any rate. Ful\e'J details as to procedure, etc., are contained in our pamphlet "Advice to Inventors" which will be posted free of cost on application to HENRY HUGHES, Patent Agent, 157 Featherstone Street. Wellington.