PERSONAL.

Grey River Argus, 13 October 1926, Page 4

PERSONAL.

Mr F. G. Cooper left for Auckland yesterday morning.

Mr. Thomas Rochford a well-known resident of Dillmans; has been admitted to the. 7 Westland Hospital with a severe attack of peritonitis, and his condition last was reported to be critical.

Mr. F. Bennett is at present visiting Greymouth and last evening took part in the Male Choir’s concert.

Mr. P. N. Kingswell left by the express yesterday morning for Auckland.

Mrs J. P. Riordan loft by yesterday’s express on a visit to Christchurch.

The Rev. Father Ginisty, of Reefton, passed through Greyjnouth from Christchurch yesterday.

Mr. J. Steer, Chairman of the Harbour Board left for Nelson and Takaka yesterday morning and is expected to be away about a fortnight.

Mr. J. W. Smith, of the P. and T. Department left for Christchurch yesterday on holiday leave.

Mr. A. G. Sime, of Westport, will be taking part in the New Zealand Amateur Golf Championships at Wellington.

Anxiety is expressed on account of Scrgt-Major J. E. Coadweel, of the Greymoutli Salvation Army, on account of his serious illness.

A vicious circle was the by which one of those present at the meeting of the Brighter Greymouth Comniittee yesterday afternoon described the practice of delaying the commencement of a meeting until a few more came to swell the numbers present. It was the custom in Greymouth, he said, to wait for others past the appointed hour, and at the same time people came late because they knew the meeting would not be started promptly. This state of affairs was deprecated because of the waste of time entailed.

Irish linen half-price sale fast drawing to a close. Pay your visit early. Wonderful savings in household drapery, ladies- and gents’ haiftlkerchicfs, dress linens, etc. Crowds have already benefited, why not you?—McGrucr’s, the leading drapers, Greymouth, Reefton and Hokitika.—-Advt.

Kilgour’s October list of double-sided Records. — “I'm Knee Deep in Daisies,” by Foster Richardson, bass; “Tell Her the Old, Old Story,” by Clarkson Rose, comedian; “You Must Have a Little Bit of Fun,” by Clarkson Rose, comedian; “The College Rag,” banjo by Oily Oakley; “The Promenade Walk,” fox trot; “Parade of the Wooden Soldiers.” tubaphone solo; “Hay! Hay! Farmer Gray,” foxtrot; “Gayetyland Selection,” Black Diamonds Bands; “All Alone,” foxtrot; “Darktown Dandies,” banjo by Oily Oakley; “The Postillion,” mazurka, Polish Orchestra; “If You Knew Susie,” foxtrot; “Cecilia,” foxtrot; “Love Me,” by Arthur Cox; 1 ‘Land of My Sunset Dreams,” by Wendall Hall; “Smiling Through,” by Hatherley Clarke, tenor; “A Maori Slumber Song,” by Hatherley Clarke. Price 4/6. On sale at A. E. Kilgour’s, Piano, Gramophone, and Music Dealer.—Advt.

At Monday’s meeting o f Brighter Greymouth Lodge, T.0.0.F. N.Z. in the Druids’ Hall, several new members were initiated, and three new candidates were proposed. One member was reported on sick list. A communication from the School Jubilee Committee was received asking for the Lodge’s co-operation in the procession on 20th. inst., and suggesting that if participating, the Lodge should represent “New Zealand”. Bro 'G. D. Smart briefly explained the requirements. It was unanimously resolved that Brighter Greymouth Lodge should participate in the procession and represent “New Zealand.” It was evident the Brothers quickly grasped the appropriateness of the suggestion by their celerity in volunteering to assist with the display, and a band of willing Gladstone members under supervision, of Bro. W T. Ogilvie, combined with the town volunteers, (in charge of Bro. F. E. Stent, assures a representation worthy of the occasion and a credit to the enthusiasm of the new Lodge.

Prepare for the chilly nights when ‘Jack Frost” descends With his nippy pranks. Paterson’s are showing surprisingly good values in Blankets. Single bad white at 25/- pair, fwhite at 35/-, double white at 45/-, single grey at 23/6, t grey at 32/6, double grey at 37/6. Also a special purchase of white twill sheets, the price of which should appeal to economic housewives; 54-in. single at "0/- and 13/9 pair; 80-inch double at 15/-, 18/9, 23/6 and 25/pair' Pillow slips at 2/11, and 3/3 pair. Heavy tea towls 1/6 each. Mai] orders promptly attended to and satisfaction guaranteed. Cash with order We pay postage. “Paterson’s” The Economic, Cash Drapers, Revell St., Hokitika, Box 86 —Advt.

Residents of Greymoutli and district will be plc/ased to know that Messrs Gilbert Bros., the leading jewellers, in Tainui Street, are now holding their annual sale. As with the last sales everything has been reduced, regardless of cost and must lie sold to make room for large indents of goods from the world’s rqanu facturers, due to arrive in Greymoutb just prior to Christmas. This progressive firm makes a feature of lalies’ engagement rings and also gentlemen’s watches, which are known from one end of the Coast io the other. Every article in the windows will be found ticketed and intending . buyers are strongly advised to get in* early and select their respective purchases. Messrs Gilbert’s advertisement will be found in our advertising columns.---Advt.