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Hokitika Guardian, 9 July 1917, Page 2

The return from the Worksop dredge last, woek was 78ozs sdwt of gold for 102 hours’ work.

In another column appears a notice by the Gov eminent Statistician under the Military Service Act, in connection with the classification of the Second Division The contents thereof are of interest to every Reservist.

A large deputation of delegates from t,lin congress of trade unions interviewed Mr. Massey, and Sir Joseph Ward, at Wellington on Friday to urge tho release of fifteen men imprisoned under the. War Regulations. The Ministers made a non-committal reply, promising consideration by Cabinet. Tho Town Band under the conductorship of Mr. C. Ross, made awelcomo appearance in Cass Square yosterday afternoon, after marching up from tho Band room. The programme given was enjoyed by a good number of spectators, the fin© afternoon adding to tho general pleasure at the" excellent programme submitted.

In a Gazette Extraordinary issued on Friday night, the manufacture and supply of electricity for light or power, and tho supply of water for domestic or industrial purposes are declared, under the War Regulations Act, 1914, and amendments thereof relating to seditious strikes and lock-outs, to bo industries essential for th© public welfare. Th© estates of 144 deceased persona wore placed under the charge of tho Public Trustee during June, including thos© of James --mintage of Greymouth, Private Charles Cunningham of Kumarn, Albert James Olson and Alexander Olson of Greymouth, aau George Smith of Blaokball. There were also 28 estates of deceased persons reported for administration under section 16 of tho Public Trust Office, Act, 1908, including Joseph Arthur Havill of Kanieri.

Private W. G. Messenger, mentioned in a list of those awarded the Military Medal under tho system of immediate awards by corps commanders for acts of gallantry on the field is a son of Mr. Robert Messenger, of Greymouth. Mr. Messenger, who himself enlisted, has two sons on active service, the one above mentioned being tho eldest, who enlisted at Blenheim with tho Sixth 'Reinforcements. Private W. G. Messenger has thus boon on service for two years. Ho was hot ween eleven and twelve weeks at Gallipoli, saw fighting at the Suez, and has been In Franca since April, 1916. ,

A Christchurch paper says:—“Owing to the watorsidors refusing to work after 6. p.m. on account of the™ being no late train to Christchurch, Messrs Reese Bros and staff of Christchurch nftid Messrs F. E. Sutton and of Lyttenton worked! their own steamer the Orepuki jn order to get j her away for Wellington. When the ' regular wafersiders knocked off for the night, '"there' were still 50 tons of prodi/'O and general load Tho work was carried out expeditiously by tlio amateurs, and tlie vessel was able to sail shortly after 8. o’clock enabling the Christchurch men to return home by th© 8.15. train. In acknowledging a small Xmas gift from the Westland Racing Club, Lieut. T. E. Y. Seddon writes:—Ploasa convey bo your President, committee and members my thanks lor the box of “comforts” which they so generously sent me. The goods wore very much appreciated. It was good of you toromember me. Please accept my congratulations oh the success of your Jubileo Meeting. Tt was most encouraging to read in tho Sporting papers from New Zealand the praise bestowed upon you all for the excellent management, the well thoughtout arrangements in connection with tho meeting. I shall look forward with groat pleasure to tho account of your Easter Meeting. You were favoured with good weather at. Christmas. That is not like tho old days when raoo days were tho signal for e deluge and ail incessant downpour. Those days when bad luck dogged you have passed and now it is a joy to read of tho success ' that attends the efforts of the most ©n, ■ terprising club for its si.zo in the Dornniton. About tho curtailment of racing. I see no reason why the Sport should be cut down. All available men despite their calling are being called up, ' so tlie Sport, is not selfishly keeping back men eligible for.service. You have no shortage of food, so under tho circumstances why not, continue to oarry on n: Sport which in these distressing times may bring a little pleasure to your countrymen. To you all personally I send nry kindest greetings. I n the Fourth Brigade, the latest organisation in our New Zealand Forces, we have many West Coasters. They and the rest of the Brigade will giro a good accunt of thorn selves. :

If you suffer from bilious headaches just get a bottle of Steven’s Health Salt—tho salt that sweetens life. It is a most pleasant effervescing aperi-., enfc in a most palatable form and quickly cures biliousness and similar disorders. Only 2s 6d a bottle (64 doses from all chemists and stores.—Advt.

Its a little thing to look for, a big thing to find—th© Hot Water Bottle with tho patent Unique stopper made only by the North British Rubber Coy, with special strong vulcanised joints that never loak or tear. All traders. E. J. XJovd is not too shy to tell tfiriftv housewives that “No Rubbiig” Lnmidrv Help does wash all clothes spotlessly clean without rubbing or injury, also gives Thinker Note Book free with every Is packet of “No Rubbing.”—Advt. For Clr'l.lron’s TTscking Cough at night Woods’ Great peppermint Cure, rm, end 2/8

A notice of thank.? from Mr J. J. McGuigan appear? in this issue. Consumers of gas are reminded that accounts for June must be paid before 4 p.m. to-morrow, to secure discount.

Senior football was commenced at Grey mouth on Saturday, when the Uniteds defeated the Marists by 3 to 0. In the junior game the Stars and Jtunanga played a draw, 6 points each.

The death took place at the Westland Hospital yesterday of Mr. William Outon, a well- known miner of the district . Ho was a native of Brighton, England and 76 years of age. The deceased was a Crimean war veteran and was a member of the First Westland! Rifles' for many years. He was a single man and was generally respected by all who knew him. Tlie death of a very old resident of Westland in the person of 'Mr. Alexander Summers 'of ‘Wbodj&tock took place at the Westland Hospital on Saturday. The deceased who was a miner and a native of Aberdeen, Scotland had reached the advanced age of 91 years. He was a single main., nnu had been in New Zealand for a very long time.

Wo have some attractive lines m Eider-down Quilts; low prices and pretty designs. Just what you require for the cold weather.—Misses Addison. —Advt-

Call and se© th© special reductions made in Ladies’ Tweed Coats and in Winter Millinery at Misses Addisons. —Advt. “For this relief much thanks”— Shakespeare. Many people of this district are thankful for rapid relief from chest and bronchial troubles through taking Baxter’s Lung Preserver. This popular preparation has he come famous because of its efficiency in all cases of coughs and colds, bronchitis etc. It soothes the throat and bronchial passages, relieving coughing, and builds up health and strength. Thousands of delightful users have benefited during the past fifty years. All chemists and stores sell and recommend “Baxter’s” price 1/10. WOLFE’S SCHNAPPS. The National drink of Australia.