New season’s bulbs—at lowest prices at Yarrall’s.-—Advt.
The Municipal Band played an enjoyable progi’amttie on Cass Square last evening commencing shortly alter
7 o'clock
The death occurred at Avonsicte, Chivisthurch, on Sunday, of Mr John Edmond Hood, aged 67 rears. Mr S. Hood, of Greymouth, is a son of deceased.
Choice bulbs—special strain anemone Is 6d doz. Freesia new hybrids Is 6d doz., ranunculus bright colours Is 6d doz., tulips vigorous bulbs 6s doz., Narcissi prize strains 2s doz.— At- Yarrall’s.—Advt.
The Reefton district- excursion, after a threatening early morning were favoured with a fine day for their outing. Before their train arrived in Hokitika the sun had come out and the weather improved to a perfect afternoon- The train left on the return journey at 5.30 p.m the holiday makers appearing well satisfied with their outing.
A Humber -five-sea ter touring car driven by -Mr E. J. Robb, of Cob den, had the wind-screen and the- forepart damaged, in Maekay street, Greymouth. at the railway station, last evening-about seven o’clock, when it collided with -the re-ar of one of Rugg’s delivery lorries driven by Mr A. Fielding. The accident happened when the lorry was being backed towards the riverside railway station.
The death took place -at the Grey Hospital on Tuesday night, of Mrs -Isabel Anderson Dunlop, at the age 01 86 years. A native of Glasgow, -Scotland, the deceased came to New Zealand about 25 years -ago. She- had resided at Dobson until about two years ago, when she entered (the Old -People’s Home. Her husband predeceased her thirtyyears ago. The deceased is survived by one daughter in Scottand.
At about 10 o'clock on Monday -night, at Stillwater, a gold watch, the property of Stanley Gray, was stolen fro-m his bedroom at the Junction Hotel. The theft was reported to Constable Rogers, who recovered the watch at 9 o’clock yesterday morning, and arrested Thomas Theodore Edward Farrell, 36, a stranger to the district. Farrell was brought to Greymouth. and, before Mr A. Naylor. J.P., was charged with stealing the watch, which is valued at £lO. A remand was applied for, and was granted, to February 25. a® other charges are pending. Bail was fixed at self £2O. and one surety of £2O, or two of £lO.
At the address below, skilled and fashionable hairdressing is a Speciality. The most up-to-date equipment for hair waving, shampooing, and other treatments has been installed, and your most exacting requirements have been catered for. Miss Zilla Stephens, Revel! Street.—Advt.
Years younger J-y combating grey hair! Rachel Hair Tonic restores original colour and -lustre. 3s 6d. Not a dye. W. E. Williams, Chemist.— Advt.
Once again we are holding our great clearing sale—to make room for next season. We do not count 011 profits in our sales—all goods are marked in plain figures for cash. Compare our price, and you will he delighted. Come early, hundreds of bargains for cash —Schroder and Co.— Advt.
Pure, piquant, strong—Slmrlanrl’s lead among vinegars. Made in New Zealand. Ideal for salads, pickles, sauces and for table use. In bottle or bulk.—Advfc.
Dormant beauty in your hair brought out by Rachel Hair Tonic. 3s 6d bottle, from W. E. Williams, Chemist.—Advt.
We cordially invite you to inspect our new stock of jam jars, preserving jars, and preserving pans in all sizes, and as usual tbe prices are right. We can also supply you with extra tops and rubbers at the Economical Crockery Shop. P. Stephens, proprietress. —Ailvt.
Glorious ‘'high-lights" in your hair by using Rachel 'Hair Tonic. Preserves beauty and prevents greyness. W. E. Williams. Cl l e mis r. ■- -A d v t..
I Tenders are invited in this issue I for grazing rights over 3!!0!) acres in | provisional state reserve No. 1672.
It is notified that Adair’s Road will he closed to through traffic from 6 p.m. of Feb. Trfth. (to-day), for three or four weeks.
Plant now—Tritonias, Spa.raxis, Hyacinths, Soliel D. O’R bulbs, best strains now procurable at Yarrall’s.— Avdt.
The fishing boat Monica returned to port yesterday afternoon with another good assortment of fish, for which there was a ready sale.
An inspection parade of members of the Hokitika Fire Brigade will he held to-moronv evening at 8 o’clock bv the Inspector of Fire Brigades.
“Many a man has made a mistake,” said witness in a ease in the Warden’s Court this morning, involving the Ross Borough Council and objectors, “and the dam at Ross which cost £4OO is a white elephant.”
“There’s no reason for you to raise your voice, and I am going to have an answer to m.v question,” said counsel for applicant in a water-race license case to a .'witness in the Warden’s Court at Hokitika, this morning, when the vocal temperature rose. “Right!” said witness. “Fire Ahead!”
Defendant in n case at the Magis-
trate’s Court this morning, in which he was charged with failing to pay unemployment levy, said lie did not see why the Court should “pick on him,” when there were others in the town who were still further in arrears. The Magistrate good-humouredly suggested that these defaulters would also soon he “picked on.”
During the hearing of a case in the Warden’s Court this morning, a witness, referring to the water service at Ross, said that there was a very good supply, but that there was from a head to a head and a-luilf of water going to waste. Asked if a water-race, concerning which the case arose, could he annexed to the town water supply, witness said, that if such were done, it would “pretty soon poison the people.’’
The wedding was solemnised at St. Patrick’s Church, Greymouth, yesterday afternoon, of Nellie, third daughter ot ; Mr and Airs G. Alorrish, Preston Road, to Robert William, eldest son of Mr and Airs H. Leach, Preston Road. Rev. Father Gregory performed the ceremony. The bride, who was escorted by her father, was attired in an ankle-length frock of light buscuit celane.se with hat and shoes to tone, and she carried a shower bouquet. Miss Lily Alorrish attended her sister as bridesmaid, and wore an ankle-length frock of silk with hat and soes to match. The duties ot host man were carried out- by Mr Thomas Leach, brother of ihe bridegroom. After the ceremony the reception was held at the residence of the bride’s parents, where Mrs iMovrish received the guests.
It will be to your advantage to pny Gchroder and Co’s great clearing sate an early visit.—Advt.
A wonderful display of toys of all descriptions can be seen at the Economical Crockery Shop, including dolls’ prams, dolls, all sizes; wooden toys in great variety, tennis racquets, beach balls, gun sets, teddy bears, golliwogs, play balls, aeroplanes, motor cars, menagerie railway sets, also exclusive firework novelties, Economical Crockery Shop. P. Stephens, proprietress.—Advt.
Hair full of sunshine! Rachel Hair Tonic reveals lights. Prevents grey hairs, 3s 6d. W. E. Williams, Chemist. —Advt.
Patrons are notified that cream may now be purchased as usual in any quantity a* the Westland Dairy Factory.—Advt.
Teeth cleaner, mouth refreshed, breath swoet and pure after using 11-o-dent Tooth Paste. W. E. Williams, Chemist. —Advt.
For all the purposes requiring pure, full-flavoured, piquant vinegar, use Sharland’s Vinegar. Breweu in New Zealand. In bottle or buhl. All stores.—Advt.
When the heat is ‘‘trying” rub a few drops of No. 52 .Lavender Water on ivrist s and temples. Wonderfully cooling and refreshening. 2s srl to 18s 6d. All chemists.—Advt.
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