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Hokitika Guardian, 14 November 1933, Page 4

The Fairburn sailed this morning for Nelson with a cargo of timber.

• The Gael which sailed at 5.45 ci.m. on Sunday, arrived at Wellington last night at 11.15 o’clock. The vessel leaves tc-morrow morning for Hokitika.

Advice lias been received by the Greymouth Boxing Association that Harry Lister, whose recent fight with Bert Lowe in the Greymouth Town Hall, had so tragic and unfortunate an ending, has been matched to fight Vince Parker, at Timaru on November 23rd.

.Monster euchre. Soldiers’ Hall, this evening at eight o’clock, in aid of the .children’s Xmas tree party. Ist prize, order Xmas hamper valued 30s; 2nd prize, .order Xmas hamper valued at 12s 6d ; 3rd prize, order Xma s hamper valued at 7,s 6d ; 4th prize, order Xmas hamper' valued at ss. Lucky table. Admission 2s.—Advt.

The visit of the Hokitika Dramatic

.Club to South Westland is indicative of the marked progress of that district. This combination has presented to Hokitika' and Greymouth .audiences some ex-

cellent productions and it is agreed by all that “Facing the Music” eclipses ail thbir past efforts. No doubt the good people of the South will encourage the Club to come again by giving them bumper houses which this year’s play •riqhly merits.

The total whitebait catch of the Dominion for the 1532 season was 4748 cwt. Hokitika district produced 3570 cwt, next ui importance being Westpoit (882cwt\ Grey (555 cwt), Auckland (514 cwt), Matainui, S'outh Westland (4.43 cwt.), Dunedin (456 cwt), and Christchurch (34cwt). The Dominion total is short of the actual quantity caught, because of the omission of catches on rivers not subject to inspection. The quantity of whitebait canned during the season was 117,000 lb.

Mrs Havili presided ever the usual monthly meeting of the Arahura Valley Woman’s Institute on Wednesday last at the residence of Mrs Bennitt. Two delegates and several members journeyed to Greymouth on October 2oth to be present at the formation meeting of the new West Coast Federation by Mrs Kelso. Topics regarding the meeting were freely discussed and all members were unanimously in favour on the election to office of treasurer of Mrs Mclntyre, Hokitika, on the new committee formed that day. It was very gratifying that such a capable lady was chosen for the post. In the competition for the best Xmas gift article costing not more than Is, Mrs Hewlett won with linen and moccasin tidies in a tie with Mrs W. Houston whose article was a neatly worked table centre. It was decided that members make a d’oyley for the competition at next meeting. A lucky spot competition was won by Miss Maureen Martin. 801 l Call tcok the form of “Recipe for a Xmas Pudding” and for the next meeting should be “Happenings in School days.” The hostesses for the afternoon wore Mesdames Havili, Houston (2), and Miss Houston who served a very dainty afternoon tea bringing tiro afternoon to a close

Lines of interest to men just opened up at Addisons :—Now Cambridge green sports tiousers, giey flannels; sports shirts, blazers, belts, ties, sox, etc., etc.—Advt. ■ '

Sincerity suits are built up to a quality standard, not down to a low price. Make your next suit a Sincerity and bo satisfied. W. 11. Stopforth— Advt.

Spring Cleaning? Make your cushions like new with Fairy l)yf'3.—Advt.

Protect yourself from coughs and wikis this winter—put a few drops of “Nazal” on your handkerchief every morning. Disinfects and . protects the points of infection--the bottle to-day. 60 doses for Is 6d. mouth, mss and throat. Get youi 120 doses for 2r fld.—Advt.

Protect your-'Uf from miiUr ui mer.ts, such as coughs and ro\d.". 'Nazol” is an efficient, scientific remedy. Acts at the root of the trouble. Gives quick relief. 120 ciuwg for 2s 6d. 60 doses ."or lx Gd Advt.

The To Aroha put into Westport yesterday for repairs to her engine, tv nd will come on to Hokitika po-mor-row morning. e To-morrow; evening at -the .'Woodstock Hail, the annual concert and ball in aid of the Woodstock-State school takes place. A fine programme has bei.u arranged for the concert, while ldr the hall that follows the full Black Hand orchestra will supply the music.

On Saturday last, Mr and Mrs Henry Pope, of Iluru, celebrated the fiftieth anniversary of their wedding. Mr and Mrs Pope, who were married in Nelson, have ) family of four sons and six daughters, fifty-two grandchildren. and eight great-grandchildren, all of whom are living.

The Hokitika Women’s Institute met last evening in the Soldiers’ Hall when there were forty members present. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and confirmed and correspondence read; and dealt with. Mrs Mclntyre and Mrs Paterson gave a report on the con orence held at Greymouth on October '25. Mrs Mclntyre was congratulated on election to the position of treasurer to the newly formed West Coast Federation. During the evening a talk o n border cultivation was given by Mr F. Groufsky and wa s greatly appreciated, and Mrs Harrison gave a very interesting lecture on artificial respiration. The roll call was “A cure for the Blues” and some very humorous cures were given which caused much laughter. A dainty supper was served by Mesdames G. Perry, It. Collett, A. Thompson, Ranger and Miss N. Thompson and folk dancing, indulg. ed in by many members, brought an interesting evening to a dose,

A lady who has a few hours to spare, will divulge interesting information to all who visit the tea rooms at the sale which the parishioners of All ■Saints' "'Church are holding, in the Soldiers’ illall to-morrow (Wednesday) commencing at 2.30 p.m. The children are <all looking forward to thrills at the threepenny dip. The general public should not miss the opportunity of securing home made cakes .and puddings at the cake stall, fresh green vegetables and .other farm produce at the produce stall, Christmas " gifts at the novelty stall, and anything else that many be reiquired may be found at- the jumble or other stalls. The Soldiers’ Hall g'hould be the rendezvous for all who are out and about to-morrow, and wish to have a cup of tea, and .a- chat with their friends. The- hall will be opened tomorrow morning, to receive gift fi for the various stalls from parishioners and friends.

Orderly officer —Any complaints men? None sir, was the reply. Bade’s made-to-measure suits fit perfectly and are low priced too; we recommend them. Order your Xmas suit now at Bade’s.—Advt.

Thrifty buyers, should make it their business to inspect the special line of quality shirts now displayed by “The Bristol.” These shirts represent quality in every detail for the cash price of 5s lid. Also ask to be shown ties, fancy sox, underwear esc. and you will find that Bristol prices, for quality goods are the lowest in town.—Advt.

“Tootal”. By a wonderful patented process they have endowed them with crease-resisting powers. You can wear them freely at work or play, and need no smoothing iron to restore appearance —Tootal Anti-crease, fabrics wash beautifully. To be obtained at Schroder and Co.—Advt.

Old Frocks made new—thanks to Fairy lives— 6d tube.—Advt. •

Men! don’t let prices trip you! quality and style are pre-eminently important. There’s no better suit in New Zealand than Sincerity. Order your Xmas suit to-day. W. H. Stopforth— Advt.

A cold in the head needs treatment u>. the hoad. inhale “Nazol.” Treats coughs and colds and all such kindred ailments at the points of infection. Givei prompt relief. 120 dose 3 for 2a 6d. 60 (loses for Is Gd.— Kd\i

A visit to Schroder’s Emporium will repay you—to view the latest in summer fabrics, jumpers, smocks, frocks, scarves, organdi, rayon, wjlton squares, linoleums, curtains and millinery. Now is the timo to secure the pick of the stock at Schroder’s.—Advt.