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Greymouth Evening Star, 22 April 1914, Page 4

Tt is the intention of the Greymouth Swimming Baths Committee to circulate a petition to be presented to the Borough Council praying, that body to take a. poll of the ratepayers in regard to sanctioning the raising of the necessary loan. The petition 'will bo circulated in the course of a few days, and it is proposed to appoint a kdies' committee with a view of obtaining the signatures of those visiting the polling booths at the Mayoral election on Wednesday next.

People ask: What is No. JO!.— Adyt. Two long special goods train arrived in Greymouth vesterday afternoon, indicative of the busy nature of the coal and timber industries. A "special " picking up timber fro-n, south of Hokitika and en route, arrived about 4.30 p.m. with, roughly. 150,000 ft to 200,000 ft of timber, whilst the "big engine" brought in from the State collieries 69 trucks of coal, a tolorablv long "string," although not a record for such trains. It would thus appear that the Port of Greymouth will have an especially busy time this week.

The IKX)k to send to your friends abroad is "The Diggers' Story or Tales and Reminiscences of the Golden Coast from Westland's* Earliest Pioneers. Hie price is Is, posted Is 3d, from B. Dixon, Tainui Street.—Advt.

A large number of people left by the 9 5 special train for Reefton this morning to attend the Reefton Jockey Club's meeting, which was being held this afternoon. A good number of "sports' arrived .by the early traim from Hokitika, and a. rough estimate gave the number on the train when leaving Greymouth at 600, and by the time Reefton is reached it is anticipated that fully a thousand people will arrive in Reefton about ..midday on the lo«k-out for a "decent divvy." The weather is beautifully fine and in this connection the Reefton Club are very fortunate, compared with the experiences of the two southern clubs this month.,

Why not us e a time-saving Fountain Pen? You will find that your correspondence will be done more quickly and easily if you use the kind we stock. They work perfectly, giving an even steady flow of ink. The values we'give are the best obtainable. Come in and se e them at B. Dixon's, Tainui Street.— Advt.

In view of the proposal that the "wireless compass" should be employed upon the Three Kings as a safeguard for navigation, it is interesting to note that sim-i lar-apparatus is being utilised in Europe, says the Wellington Post. The wireless compass is already installed for the protection of vessels in the English crossChannel service and in the Hull-Chris-tiana trade. An English journal "recently reported that wireless apparatus is to be installed in the lighthouses off the dangerous coasts near Cape Finisterre in order to warn mariners during fogs. The svstem adopted necessitates the installation of the Marconi on shipping. The name "flerriewille" has been given an area, of land in the electorate of the Minister of Railways. The place so named is outlined in the latest Gazette as all that area in the Auckland district bounded towards the north, by the .southern boundary of the Ohinemuri Countv from Gould's Road to the Waihou River; thence towards the northeast by that river to the Te Aroha-Wai-hou road; thence towards the south-east by the Te Aroha-Waihou road to Gould's road, and thence towards the west by Gould's road to the southern boundary of ..the Ohinemuri County, the place ■ of commencement.

All necessary Accessories for the Violin, Banjo, or Mandoline are procurable here at the lowest possible prices, but in the best of values. Come in and inspect" bur stocks of Strings, Bridges, Pegs, Chin Bests, Bows, etc! B. Dixon, Bookseller, Tainui Street. —Advt;

Tiie Anniversary tea and prize-giving of St. Paul's Sunday School takes place this evening. Tea will be on from about 5.30 to 7 p.m. Afterwards the usual public meeting will be held in the church, when Anniversary , music will be rendered by the children, assisted by the church choir. The children have worked most attentively under Mr. Hoist and have got into the spirit of the occasion. The annual report will be given by the School Secretary, Mr .H. A. Smith, and the prizes for attendance" and class proficiency will alsc bo presented. It is fully expected that a most enjoyable evening will bo spent. The parents and friends of the scholars are heartily invited to be present.

Improve your game by getting a new Club or two. Wade's stock of Golf sundries is complete.—Adyl. Somewhat extraordinary ingratitude was displayed on the Wellington wharves late on Wednesdiy nig ; 't last by a man who was plnckily lesc'uxl from drowning. Stumbling, ho fell into the water front ing Customhouse Quay breastwork. Thomas! Armstrong, a seaman on the s-.s. Rakiura, plunged into the harbor and tried to place a line round the other man. He was joined by Eric Hollberg, a> seaman on the Echo, while Captain H. Hargreayes, of the Natione, and the Harbor Board watchman threw a line to the men in the water. All three were then hauled out, but when he was brought round the rescued man seemed to resent the fact that.he had been saved from a \va(•ery grave. Thereupon he was arrested for drunkenness, and later was made the subject of the usual leniency extended to first offenders. ' ■.

Have y ou seen our new Millinery this season? ' Visit cur new showroom upstairs. We. have some smart Hats in coloured and black felts, velours, velvets, and'beavers, in all the newest shades, and smartly trimmed. Our millinery department has now been under Miss. Arnott's supervision for the- last two years, with entire satisfaction to our numerous customers, as our rapidly increasing business shows. Come in and inspect. We are always pleased to show our goods. Walker's," Boundary Street—Advt. ' Beauty is mora than skin deep, in spite of the old saying. The greatest attraction is not merely a lovely colouring or regular features,- but a pleasant, expression. Thus a person suffering from indigestion is rarely beautiful; health and beauty cannot be separated. To obtain ;i clear skin, shining eyes, and a pleasant personality, tone up the system by a course of" Baxter's Pills for indigestion, which any grocer or chemist can supply von with'at "Is 6d, or f.rder by 'post direct from J. Baxter and Co., chemists, Christchurch.—Advt. ' r .. '

Last • week's ; return - from ;'.■ the Pactdlus dredge is 13 ozs 2'dwtsgold for d-edging. . ■' /. ; . 'M The whisky thai will please your palate—Watson's No. 10.—Advt. . % At the Globe Mine oh Monday a trucker named J. Howard met with'a p&uiful accident by having his Tight forerarm crushed betvkeen a bed log and a truck. He was brought into town and attended to by Dr. Conlon. ' p£L The i.atron of th° Grey River Hospital acknowledges with thinks a splendid collection of fruit ana vegetables, 1 wh|?h were shown at the harvest festival in cttfhnection with St. Thomas Anglican Church, Runanga. • I

The firebell rang oat the alarm at Rejjfton yesterday after .oon at half past thrte, when smoke was found to be issuing fjftm a cottage in Smith Street owned 'and.|bcupied by Mr. Richard Williams;' Those entering found a mattrasson; fire, which was carried out, and the trouble ended without having: had to turn on-the; hose. Mothers, give your children ''NazbT,'.' when they have colds or sore throats This famous remedy can be inhaled or taken on a lump of sugav. A few drops will shift the most, obstinate cold.—-Advt. The funeral of the young man John Johnston, who was accidentally killed on the railway line in Greymouth last Friday, took place on Monday. It w&s largely attended by relatives and friends, and the Rev. Father Fraher co'nducpl the service at the grave. ,;i•

Cheap Golf Balls, just the thing to open the season with, 18s a dozen . at Wade's.—Advt. •'■ ;.;•'■-■■ .-■ it:.;.-.

. The Midland Railway is now , dpj>n right up to Bealey Flat, and it is. thje intention of the Public Works Depaitto open the last four-miksio|||pe line at the end of the present ; month. Yesterday the railway officials were die? mantling the station at Cass for removal to Bealey Flat. The station should J>e ■erected there, before the end <pf.v-.the month. Yesterday the special .troop train for the West Coast territorials.rim right up to Bealey Flat, and 'when the West Coast coaches passed they,:'/were just leaving for Kowai Bush. ' V," At the Arbitration'Court'this' morning it was decided to hear the industrial dispute between the Westland Engine; Ejrivers', FKremen, and Greasers'- ; .lndustrial Union of Workers and the New''Zealsj.ftd State Coal Mines Department at.the'cSpclusion of the State' Mines' a;ndA:Minejf(' Union dispute. : :'The ■'•s^pkl)^ : :Goiiap : iKy and its employees have agreed award under the Court;fojJ v a term of three years, on terms before Mr. P. Halley, Conciliation.■-'Com-missioner. It was also; decided to hear an application by the LiangahW Union for an amendment to an 9 a.m. to-morrow. ■ /'■ •• - -,-* *■< Have you secured a copy of the -new large print edition of Sliakespcare's Works? Wehave.them in cloth at 2s, 6d, 4s 6d and 5s 6d; and-in leather at '4fM, 5s 6d, 8s 6d, 10s 6d; and-12s Your "inspection is' invited Tainui Street.—Advt. '. "V ■••". ' : ,^. Ladies' Knitted Sports Coats are yejjy fashionable this season. We stock both in short and . sizes, with side pockets 'and ;belt, smart garments for young.Jladwss /&M much worn in the cities.. Our prices compare favorably with any ■•'injt?wfer 15s 6d, 17s 6dV 18s 6d,V 21fe fo ;'sto. Walker's, Boundary Street, GreymoMh, -Advt. ' " ■■'.. '■: ".■':" =:•?';.

Mr Sowerby, manager of the Liverpool (State) colliery, in giving evidence ai the Arbitration Court to-day, said there.: $$ need for a change in the system, of, caviling in coal nines, especially, in regard to pillar workings. Under. ffie proposals before the Court the management %}s; ed the right to pick out the most,, f j»j| able and experienced men suitableUfifc the more dangerous working f pjaces.. der existing arrangement's they. 'liad/ ( .to take the whole of the' men In ther'&vrf, which had re/ ulted in inexperienced mfn being drafted into dangerous places, V;||!9 knew of a fatal accident that could'have been averted had it not been for sent indiscriminate way of .cavilling. >: ,;Mr Coppersmith objected to the mentj as it had not been given at taniitv quffst or previously made public " "Mr Arbuckle said the new cavilling .claMe had not been seriously objected to, .but the men opposed the management ; having the sole right to select men for-.''special places. ■' •• ... . . ~ ■ ~ ; ;);;■'■

Ask for Watson's No! 10. At aU(hotels.—Advt. '.'■'::'■'"■:■ "iti\\

A splendid opportunity is offered-to, West Coast agriculturists, and florists to show to those on the Can;' terbury side what the soil of thedisMot. can produce. On the occasion of " W.; Courtier's (Government Pomologist) ..last; visit he suggested that probably sb'ihe arrangement might be made . wijbh' >sfje Christch.urch Horticultural Society serve space at its forthcoming show, for a West Coast exhibit of fruit, flowers; vegetables, and general farm produce. It is well. known that very few people living on the eastern side of the trn Alps have any idea of the capabjh'-.; ties of the soil on the western elopl-S-Jp* those mountains, and an opportunity is. offered to show them at Christchurcfi'.on Alay 6th and 7th. Ample space hasbeftf reserved for ' exhibits from tlie ,W,«>t * Coast, and it only now remains •'for tlioso' who have produce of merit to forward samples to Mr Courtier, Agricultural Department, Christ-church, who has) kii)dl r offered to take charge of:■ exhibits iaw arrange them 'at the show to : the. ; best advantage. Already several exhibits have been secured in the Grey Valley .valid Rotomanu districts, some of which.' |»F Sone forward to Christchurch and placed in cold storage awaiting the show. Some of the exhibitors are going over to tlie show, and any exhibit requiring exceptional care in transport wilt be taken with them if forwarded to Mr A- ■-' H-; Wheeler, Rotomanu. In a later issue'/we,', shall be able to give more* particulars >.M to time for sending produce,; etc.!v.». ' : ,-"in Robert Knisht,.of Burnett's Face, is t<»' be found at the Trafalgar Hotel, the best of 'liquor is stocked. FirstsclasS meals. —Advt. :'•■ -' >,'•» ; We like the "R. and G-" brand >f hats and caps very much. -They are so comfortable, light'in weight, perfect UT style, and very durable- Ask,your-;local ; clothier for the "R. and Gr." brand time.—Advt. ; ■• '•' ;

"For this, relief, much : thahkal, Hamlet's words express' the feelings _ of. the many thousands who have tested ,! Naz o l." All ;■ agree that "Nazol ..» '.'the best coufchand cold remedy in the Dominion." Get a bottle' to-da.V.— Advt.

Yo« should have /our piano toned by H. M. Phillips (Webley, Sons »nd ,Uo*--W). Campbell's Buildings.; Tamm »*; Advt- ' ' •' ''.v ;'''.-

We counteract the cold weather: by wearing warmer clothes. ;.Xou can' gfwarmer attire almost anywhere, out--n?? alwavs just what you want. Most men are beginning to realise' that Q. PfJ*M Ltd., is easily the best< place to shopping.—Advt. <■':'■' '>"".!": The famous "Roelyn" Wrlfißg: Pads, obtainable from all k eeperß. at. 6d and 1» each-—rAdVi. .• | A simple, sensible/ and inexpensive; remedy for Rheumatism, Gout, Sciatica, and Lumbago awaite yo<i in Rheuftjo.,.: xAia wonderful medicin© Coxes ling the cause—excess u"lo acid; blood. Has,' cured ttous*ndt; '• Trir^ft.j Q> M »nd 4a 6d Weir;^hefe.~A<lrt. [{:'j; f Just to hand,:a new range of girls' 1 and;. boys' jerseys, in tan,: navjr, • jcrjjmsbni,;; white, brown, etc. /.The : 'masOTity'/ot;!tc|ee . aTe in single garments, bufc*qaite a"riuitn» ber are in sete for little boys, .that;-is": trousers, jersey and cap," only ; 10s fkl, and 145.6 d the set. , loptat" these—they are really cheap. .'Walker's, Boundary .Street.—Adyt.