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Hokitika Guardian, 16 April 1923, Page 2

A meeting of the Exhibition Council will be held at the County Chambers at 7.30 o’clock to-night.

Tbe death took place in the M estport Hospital on “Wednesday of Michael Njgrue. a miner, lately residing at Millerton. Deceased was a native of Ireland. L’6 years of age, and arrived in New Zealand four years ago. He leaves a sorrowing wife, to whom he was just recently married. “NAZOL” acts like a charm in tackling coughs and colds. Penetrating and germ-killing. Better than mixtures or syrups. Most economical. Is Gd.

A six-roomed house at Ruaiapu, ■with store, billiard table and outhouse on ono aero freehold, is offered for sale in this issue by Mr 0. Lopns, Ruatapu,

A euchre and dance will he held by the young ladies this evening at St Mary’s Club rooms; waltzing coinpetition at 11 p.m. Supper provided. Admission Is. —Advt.

On tlio bowling green on Saturday afternoon competitions in connection with the gala day were concluded, tho winners being in No 1 event, Mr 11. Herring 1, Mrs Tomlinson 2; and in No 2 event, Mrs J. King 1, a it'd Mrs A. Aitken 2.

Nominations fer civic positions in respect- to the Hokitika Municipal elections close on Thursday next at noon, ft is understood one or two of the present councillors will not be offering their services. Some fresh Wood is likely to be offered to fill tho vacancies.

The Mayor of Greymouth (Mr J. 1). Lynch) lias agreed to call a public meeting of local bodies and citizens at Greymnuth on Wednesday night to meet delegates from Hokitika, and discuss details in respect to the Christmas Exhibition whereby the northern portion of the district can. co-operate in the big event.

During the week end Messrs Giant and Mason, commercial agents of the N.Z. Railways, visited Hokitika for tlio purpose of looking into district matters. They went as far as Ross. While they interviewed several gentlemen in respect to various matters, with regard to forming an opinion as to the nature of the trade likely to open up with the through railway service to Cniiterburv.

Mi- Iff W. p’urkeUF.ngineer-in-C'liief for the Public Works Department. and Mr Gooch, the chief .New Zealand representative for the English Electric Company, arrived at Otira on Thursday on on official visit of inspection of tho tunnel works. They wore accompanied by Mr W. K. M’Alpinc, president of the Canterbury Progress League, and prior to going through tho tunnel to Otira, they had a thorough look round the work at Arthur's Pass.

Tile Auckland Chamber of Commerce decided to endorse (lie arguments of tin Canterbury Progress league in regard to telephone charges. The Chairman (Mr 11. W. Hudson) said the matter had been none into fully by the Canterbury League, which maintained that- the Government had not set about it in the right way to prove that there was a loss on telephones. Speakers referred in eulogistic terms to the way in which the Department had made all possible information available.

The Forestry Department is engaged in a campaign against the timber borer which it lias discovered is entering New Zealand in Australian limber. Recently two of the Department’s officers waited on the executive of the Dominion Federated Kawniillers’ Association to explain the damage being done by the Australian beetle. The a.-'oeic.t ion executive passed a resolution supporting every endeavour oi the State Forestry Department to prohibit the entry of such insect forcignois into the country.

The General Manager of Railways, (Mr R. W. McVilly) and a party, comprising the heads of the Department, arrived at Picton by the Wainui on Thursday night, and went on to Blenheim on Friday. After receiving deputations they went by train to Wluiranui. and (hence by motor to Knikoiint. The next day the pally proceeded to Christchurch and Tima in. They will visit the West Coast before returning to Wellington ii;t Nelson. Tlic party comprises .Messrs R. W. MeVilly (General Manager)- F. W. ( Mac 1: an (Chief .Engineer), F. F. Giilon (Chief .Mechanical Engineer), and C. T. Jeffreys (District Engineer).

Alter the trains commence miming through Arthur’s Pass tunnel states an (Him correspondent there will still a fair amount of motor traffic over the Arthur’s Pass road, which passes through some magnificent mountain scenery, and a proposal is being made lo establish a hostel for tourists on a. section of land adjoining Mr D. Movuilian’s Olira Gorge Hotel. The proposed building is estimated to cost about emit HI. and it would probably become a favourite tourist resort, particularly as it would he in handy proximity to the Otira Gorge and the Rulleston Range. It is stated that a deputation will shortly place the pioposiils before the Tourist- Department.

\ start lias been made with the track widening improvements on the Hokitika racecourse. The training track ix U> be cleaned up and thrown into the trotting track. Air ,L Coyle is supplying the clay for the top-dres-sing. While this is proceeding, a nattier twelve feet “cut” through tiie hill is to lie made to enable the galloping track in the cutting also to be widened. This job will be done by contract. Mr ALiefarlnne is to survey Hie new curves and later will measure flic tracks and fix the starting points. The main tea room is to he enlarged by the addition of an annexe •lift x 2olt, and will accommodate an additional LAO people at a sitting. Various improvements will be effected about the grounds and tiie approach to the course is to be remi -Jelled.

The Municipal Band visited the Mental Hospital yesterday afternoon and supplied a programme of music. T lie spat chosen for tiie programme was in the beautiful grounds in front of the men’s quarters. A large number of townspeople visited the institution. The bandsmen were entertained at afternoon tea by the staff. Air Ross, conductor, thanked tiie Matron for her hospitality and Matron Drummond and .Mr Dowling, head attendant, thanked the bandsmen for their attendance, assuring them that both patients and staff had thoroughly enjoyed the splendid programme and hoped tlio baud would make another visit at a very early date.

The death took place at Christchurch on Thursday of Air .1- D. AleGruor, head of the firm of AlcGriior’s (AAestiand) Ltd. After spending thirtv-two years in Invercargill. Air M’Gruer disposed of his business there and devoted himself to the development of liis numerous drapery interests in tho North Island and tiie West Coast. Air AlcGruer was a well-travelled man. He had made frequent visits to the Old Country, and had travelled extensively in the East, Egypt. Europe and America. He was keenly interested in public affairs and was for some years a member of the Invercargill Town Council. He was a liberal supporter ol the Y.AI.C.A. and a prominent member of the Presbyterian Church. During part of the war period he was in lAuidon. and his untiring service to men on leave there is gratefully remembered by many New Zealanders. Air McGruer is survived by bis wife and j, family of three daughters and one son.

Coats of charm and durability. Iho new styles are exceptionally attractive, embracing the very latest ideas from the centres of the Old World. have fur collars, and are fur-lnud, while all are suggestive of warmth, elegance and eomfoi't. In the matter of finish and workmanship these coats are perfect in every detail. Select your new coat here for satisfaction. McGrucr’s Limited. Hokitika and Grejinouth.

Motorists: Stop that knocking in vonr engine which is probably due to leaky piston rings. Increase the power of your motor hy installing ••Inland one piece gas tight piston rings. Man ning Machinery Co., 5. Bedford Row, Christ church. —Advt.

Men! The early buyer gets the choice. So act quickly and choose your winter overcoat. The latest shades and stvlcs in Petone and Roslyn tweeds, from 65s at W. H. Stopforth’s, opposite W. E. Williams, chemist.—Advt.

For Influenza, tako Woods’ Great Peppermint Cure.

A notice to householders appears in tin’s issutj in connection with tho School Committee elections of nominations for the several committees named, which close to-night at 8 o’clock.

Messrs W. Jeffries and Co. will sell by auction in the Mart on Friday, at 2 p.m., a large quantity of valuable furniture ; also a quantity of drapery Partieularls appear in another column.

The Ladies Hockey Club are holding their opening hall in the Supreme Hall on Wednesday night tho 18tli April. Good music, efficient M.C., and also supper. Everyone assured a good time.—Advt,

Now that winter is approaching with its various bronchial ailments, it is more than ever necessary to keep a bottle of Kofgo in the house for a timely dose of Kofgo will often kill a cold. Ask your chemist or grocer for it and insist upon it. Wholesale distributors: Griffon and Smith, Ltd., Greymouth.

A killer whale 10ft long and 3ft Gm in girth was sln/t off Port Levy Heads In W. Rage on Thursday. The whale was seen in the bay and Page, with others, got a boat and went alter it. It took five rifle shots to kill it. It is thought that it came into Port Levy on account of the quantity of “Whale food” that lias been seen there lately.

The death of Mrs Mann, wife of Mr -I. Minin, of Brick St.. Greymouth, tcok place on Saturday at tiie Lyudhurst Private Hospital, Christchurch, at the age of 4-1 years. Deceased, who was a native of Motherwell, Scotland, had hren ailing for a long time, but on a holiday recently lmd shown an improvement. She leaves a family of three young sons. The “Press” states The Maori retired from the ferry service on F riday and sailed in the afternoon for Port Chalmers, where .she 1 will lie laid up for some months while a new turbine is being fitted. It is expected tlmt tlio Wrtbine will not go south at all this year, but will undergo a survey at Lyttelton. The Mamma sailed last night for Wellington. In future the Mararoa will sail fioin Lyttelton on the arrival of the b. 23 steamer tram from Christchurch.

The Minister of Railways lias telegraphed to Mr 11. F. Holland, M.l ~ as follows : "Your telegram regarding Brunner Bridge received. This matter was again before ( abiuet tor consideration at tho beginning of this mouth, and wax referred to the lion Minister ~f Public Works for a fresh report. J luive therefore referred your communication to my colleague for his atten-

ln preparation for play next year when it is expected there will be a lnrg influx of howlers to Hokitika, t lie local Bowling Club are arranging to pay special attention to the green during the winter, and so got it in good order for tho season. \\ ith this in view a considerable programme of work lias been laid out. and members am arranging to put in a considerable amount of personal work on the green. Work was commenced on Saturday last and will lie continued regularly on Wednesday and Saturday afternoons.

At a meeting of the Greymouth .Jockey Club, a protest was heard from Mr R. Adamson, owner of Weary \\ illic against tlio stake in the Farewell Handicap at the recent meeting being awarded to Counter Attack. Ihe protest was dismissed, it being held that a judge's decision cannot he disputed. Altar ail inquiry, it was also decided to take no action regarding the conduct of .Jockeys Stratton and Godfrey alter the race in question. The financial report on the meeting was considered very satisfactory.

A fire occurred at J’imu early on Saturday morning, the Police Station and residence being totally destroyed, together with the office furniture and all records and papers. The station was unoccupied at the time, awaiting the arrival of the successor to Coin stable Houston taking up ids position. There were no indications of fire at I a.in., but some lime later the place was discovered to be on lire, and was quick! v destroyed, nothing whatever being saved. The buildings as they stood were worth between £l5O and L2O:L There was no insurance.

At a meeting of suppliers of the Kokatalii Dairy Coy. Ltd., held at Kokatahi on Sal unlay afternoon the Chairman of Directors (Air J. Fleming) presided over a large attendance. The business was tiie discussion of tho proposal submitted by the Directors for the erection of a new factory on the present site at Kokatahi, of sufficient capacity la cope with an output up to GOD tons per season. The matter was discussed at length, and then a ballot was taken, and the proposal was carried by a large majority. Afr IT. I.evctt lias been appointed to carry out the work.

At a meeting of the Canterbury Industrial Association held at Christchurch on Thursday last the Chairman (Air AY. J. .Jenkin) reported on the visit to tiie West Coast made by himself and Air AA’ooclrolie. Referring to tiie Westland Inhibition, lie stated that he was informed that tlio guarantee fund had reached £3OOO. Mr AYoodroffe submitted, for the inspection of members, the plans of the exhibition building. He said that it was undoubted that the interests of Westland were linked up with those of Canterbury and that Lyttelton would heroine the port el AA’estland. Regarding the area of the exhibition buildings, he said that it was within ]ooft of the recent Christchurch Industrial Exhibition. The Chairman referred to Hie necessity for a vigorous campaign, and suggested that an endeavour should be made to enlist members in the Nelson district. Referring to the opening of vne Arthur's Pass Tunnel. Air C'limie said that definite advice in connection with the opening ceremony was not quite as satisfactory as might be wished. A great deal depended on the time taken to lest out the machinery. Provided all went well the ceremony would take place about tiie middle ol next month. Tho latest advice he had was that the ceremony would take place about .May 12th. The chairman said that, lie lmd invited representatives from the AYest Coast to attend the next quarterly meeting of the association. It was decided to hold tlio quarterly meeting on .June 13th.. and the question of making tlic quarterly meeting attractive was referred to tho Membership Campaign Committee. A few drops of "NAZOL” on lump sugar instantly soothe sore throats ami remove huskiness. Equally effective for coughs and colds. Sixty doses Is (id. School children: Kindlv order

“THINKER” Note Books and “Golden Rule” Rulers with brass edge from stationers early.

A now range of coloured velveteens, extensive range of colours: reliable qualities at much reduced price is now offering at Schroder and Co’s., where also a huge stock of new silks, leading makes, in satins. Oriental and floral. Japan silks and gauntlet fringed suede gloves also on view , inspection invited.— Advt.

Messrs Mark Sprot and Co. Ltd., have been appointed West Coast distributors for Bell’s “Special Reserve” Scotch Whisky, the territory including from Murchison to South Westland. Bell’s Scotch Whisky is the only standard draught whisky sold by the Royal Oak Hotel Wellington, Grand Auckland and Grand Wellington, and leading clubs through New Zealand. Bell’s is now the leading line in New Zealand and is a. fully matured Scotch whisky. Shipments are expected to arrive early next month when the firm will be pleased to supply.—Mark Sprot and Co. Ltd., Greymouth; sole distributors for West Coast-.—Advt. Blankets, cloths and wool nap cloths for ladies or children in various effects, 54 inches wide, are now in great demand at Schroder and Co’s, at much below Christchurch price. Also splendid displav of velour coats for ladies and maids'. A visit to Schroder's will always repay you.—Advt.