HOKITIKA NEWS.

Star (Christchurch), Volume LXVI, Issue 20233, 17 February 1934, Page 29 (Supplement)

HOKITIKA NEWS.

Applications Heard by the Warden. (Special to the “ Star.”) HOKITIKA, February 16. The following applications were dealt with by the Warden (Mr 11. Morgan) this morning:— Hokitika Applications. James Stanley Langford. special dredging claim, two applications.—Both recommended for grant. Gordon Hodgson Harcourt, extended alluvial claim.—Granted. J. J. M’lntosh and others, amalgamation of claims.—Recommended. James Woolhouse, surrender of privilege.—Granted. James Toohey, special alluvial claim. —Withdrawn. Ernest Arthur Cook, residence site.— Adjourned. Vivian Joseph Robinson, ordinary prospecting license.—Granted. John David M’Quilkin, ordinary prospecting license. —Adjourned. Heenan and Holley, surrender of privilege.—Refused. Kumara Applications. Thomas Moynihan, special dredging claim.—Adjourned. William Oonal Guy special alluvial claim.—Adjourned. Gold Creek Reef, Ltd., ordinary prospecting license.—Adjourned. Maria Holley, surrender of privilege. —Accepted. Robs Applications. West Coast Gold Development Co., Ltd., special dredging claim.—Adjourned. A. W. Purcell and J. Engholt, water race license.—-Granted. Michael Carroll, water race license.— Adjourned. John Cloher, ordinary prospecting license, two applications.—Adjourned. William de Bakker, water race license —Adjourned. West Coast Gold Development Co., Ltd., ordinary prospecting license.—Adjourned. N. D. and D. W. M’Nicol, ordinary prospecting license.—Adjourned. Gordon Bertram Saunders, ordinary prospecting license.—Adjourned. Arthur James Willmot ordinary alluvial claim.—Adjourned. Cecil Frances Cross, ordinary prospecting license.—Granted. Tom Learmont, ordinary prospecting license, nine applications.—Adjourned. Henry Jones, ordinary prospecting license, eight applications.—Granted. Alfred Grant and others, surrender of privilege.—Recommended. Magistrate’s Court. Business in the Magistrate’s Court this morning included the following cases: John Phelan was ordered to pay John Heveldt the sum of £6 ss, in default seven days’ imprisonment. G. M’K. Harcourt was charged that he did use a passenger service vehicle without a certificate of fitness having been issued; with using a vehicle for a different purpose, for which a higher premium is chargeable, and with using a vehicle not specified in license. Defendant was similarly charged with respect to an offence on another occaDefendant was fined £5 and costs on the first charge, and convicted and discharged on the other two. The charges in respect of the offences on the second occasion were withdrawn. Nicholas Rochford was ordered to vacate premises occupied by him in Fitzherbert Street, and to pay £3O 10s, being rent owing, to the estate of John M’Guigan, Hokitika. For cycling without a light, Herbert Newey was fined 5s and costs, and Jack Honey 5s and costs. J. Jackson was charged with parking a car in the wrong position, and was fined 5s and costs. For permitting stock to wander, R. J. Pedder was fined iOs and costs. T. M. Staines 10s and costs, and Taylor and Cumming 10s and costs. Sheep Drowned.

An accident occurred on a private road off the Kokatahi Road last week, when a lorry loaded with sheep was crossing a small bridge. The structure collapsed and the loaded lorry capsized into the creek, turning upside down. About half the sheep, the property of Messrs Moynihan, were lost, and the lprry was damaged badly. There was considerable loss to those concerned as the result of the accident. Pariah Priest Farewelled. An enjoyable function was held at the Town Hall, Ross, this week, when a farewell social was tendered Father O’Doherty, who has been appointed parish priest at Akaroa. The very large attendance was striking testimony to his popularity, and the esteem in which he is held throughout the district. Presentations on behalf of the Ross and Harihari districts were made to him. REEFTON ACTIVITIES. (Special to the “ Star.”) REEFTON, February 16. The inclemency of the weather somewhat marred the proceedings at the launching of the pontoons for the new dredge at Antonio’s Flat. The pontoons were successfully launched, and Mr D. A. M’Vicar, promoter of the company, addressed those present, stating that from the prospects obtained from the ground the dredge should flourish. The installation of the machinery will be proceeded with immediately and the dredge should be operating within a month or two. Personal. Mr A. F. Waters. Commissioner of Crown Lands, is visiting Reefton. Mr J. Dellaea has returned to Reefton after relieving on the staff of the Bank of New Zealand at Westport. Recent visitors to Reefton were Mr F. R. Gibbs (a. director of the Bank of New Zealand). Mr and Mrs Lusher (Auckland) and Captain and Mrs Brading (England). Warden's Court. Nineteen applications came before the Warden, Mr H. Morgan, at the fortnightly sitting of the Warden’s Court, of which sixteen were granted, two adjourned until March 1, and one withdrawn. The following applications were granted:— A. T. Brooks, V. L. and R. M. Smith, for two ordinary prospecting licenses, each over 100 acres, in the Inangahua S.D. R. J. Warring, for a water-race license of ten heads in Block 12, Mawheraiti S.D.—The application was objected to by J. Marris, who did not appear, and costs £6 5s 6d were allowed to a'ppliM. Flynn, for an ordinary prospecting license over 40 acres at Snowy River. Murray Creek Goldmining Company, for a tramway license of 20 chains in Block 15, Reefton S.D. N. A. Wallis, for an ordinary prospecting license over 100 acres in Block 3, Reefton S.D. James M’Kendry, for an ordinary prospecting license over 100 acres at Waiuta. David Blackadder, jun., for a waterrace license of three heads at the Alfred River.—Recommended under the Finance Act for the Minister’s consent, subject to Forestry conditions. T. C. Watts, for an ordinary prospecting license over 20 acres in Block 14, Reefton S.D. G. Kellow, A. Clark and El. Honey, for an ordinary prospecting license over 30 acres in Block 11, Reefton S.D. James Byrne, for an ordinary prospecting license over 90 acres in Block 16. Waitahu S.D.—Subject to Forestry conditions. John Jonson. for a special alluvial claim license over 8 acres near Deadman’s Creek. J. Harris and J. M’Mahon, for an ordinary prospecting license over 60 acres in Block 16, Waitahu S.D. T. Fenson, O. Lawn and A. D. Lawn, for an ordinary prospecting license over 20 acres in Block 14. Reefton S.D. L. M. Scott, for a renewal of a special site license. No. 6106. R. Roberts, for an ordinary prospecting license over SO acres in Block 13, Waitahu S.D. N. A. Wallis, for a. water-race license of 30 heads at Landing Creek.

The following were adjourned: B. L. Pettersen, for an ordinary prospecting license in Block 11, Mawheraiti S.D.; W. J. Morris, time to pay rents and royalties due under coal- leases 3094 and 5225. S. D. Taylor’s application for an ordinary prospecting license in Block 13, Waitahu S.D., was withdrawn. Magistrate’s Court. At the fortnightly sitting of the Magistrate’s Court, before Mr H. Morgan, S.M., twelve first offenders were each fined 5s and 10s costs for being found on licensed premises after hours. For riding a bicycle after dark without a light, George August was fined 5s and 10s costs. DENNISTON NOTES. (Special to the "Star.”) DENNISTON. February 15. As soon as the annual balance-sheet is returned by the Denniston Miners’ Union auditor, the annual general meeting and election of officers will be held, probably on Thursday next. It is many years since so much interest has been evinced in the election of officers. There are several candidates mooted for the chairmanship, as well as for seats on the executive committee of the organisation. The office of secretary will, it is generally thought, remain with the present official. There is a general desire by the rank and file i a £t 'y hoev er shall seek the presidency shall be able to express from the platlorm and in debate an intelligent understanding of the interests of the mine worker, taking into consideration the state of the coal market, particularly as it applies to the West Coast. Last year J*» e Denniston pits worked approximately 152 shifts. This meant that for the miner it was barely bread arid butter. How much less, then, has been the living of the trucker, rope-road worker, and others who are not on payment bv results? Another matter which should have careful attention at this meeting is the question of the membership subscription, v in spite of the short pay received by the workers at Denniston for the past twelve months, there remains the consistent drag of almost a day’s pay from every individual, in the form of medical fees, sick fund, union fees and wage tax. Then follow, for the miner, costs of explosives and other essentials for the extraction of coal. Another matter which should receive careful review is the overhead costs of the institutions to which all employees of the Westport Coal Co. subscribe, under compulsion. Sudden Illness. A hurried call for the Medical Association’s ambulance was made late this afternoon, when a married miner, Walter Black, while employed in the Iron Bridge Mine, was taken suddenly and seriously ill. The unfortunate man suffered considerable agony, and was carried a long distance through the mine by relays of fellow workers. After receiving temporary relief at the Denniston Cottage Hospital, he was transferred to the. Buller District Hospital. Dr Grant, local medical superintendent at Denniston, accompanied the patient to Westport. NOTES FROM NELSON. (Special to the " Star.”) NELSON. February 15. Mr H. Warren-Kelly, at yesterday’s meeting of the Nelson Harbour Board, said that he considered that the time was opportune to restore the 5 per cent cut made in May, 1932. Mr J. Brunt, Mr F. J l . Ledger and the chairman, Mr A. Gould, all supported Mr Kelly, who moved a motion to that effect which was put to the meeting and carried by five votes to four. Messrs Price, Mann-

sen, Max and Greenslade recorded their votes against the motion. The credit balance shown at Jaiumry 31, 1934, was £9569 15s 2d. A substantial increase in wharf dues was shown for the month, being £2352 14s 9d. as against £1461 15s for the same month last year. The increase in the total tonnage during January was 5081 tons. The finance committee moved the following recommendation: That the fixed deposit of £3500, due on January 31, be invested in Government or local body debentures at not less than 4 5 per cent. Accident. When returning home from school yesterday afternoon, Allan Delaney, aged five, was knocked down by a motor-car on the Normandy Street bridge. The child was badly bruised and out, but no bones were broken. The accident was due to the child's running off the pavement In front of the car. Gamp Disbands. The members of the Nelson, Marlborbugh and West Coast Regiment, who have been in camp at Tapawera for the past week, returned to their homes yesterday. The final day’s training was marred by rain. Guarantee Renewed. Mr K. J. Holyoake, M.P. for Motueka. has been notified by the Minister of Agriculture that the Government has decided to renew the fruit export guarantee for the coming season. The Mamari will be the first apple ship to at Nelson this year. She is due on Sunday, and loading commences on Monday morning. She will load 58,000 cases for discharge at London. Nelson Hospital. There was a full attendance of members of the board at yesterday’s meeting at the Nelson Hospital, when accounts amounting to £2807 were passed for payment. The report of the Medical Superintendent, Dr F. Hudson, showed that at the end of the month there were 100 patients in hospital, while 120 had been discharged. There was no business of any great importance to be discussed, and the meeting adjourned at 4.55 p.m. Swimming. There was a full attendance of delegates, presided over by Dr A. RoseInnis, at the annual meeting of the Nelson centre of the New Zealand Amateur Swimming Association, held last evening. The Nelson Club commences the New Year with a strong membership of 53 active members and 23 honorary, and it is pleasing to know that the past year has been successful and shows a credit balance. It was resolved to apply for permission to hold a carnival on February 24. The election of officers resulted as follows:—President, Dr Rose-Innis (re-elected): vice-presi-dent, Mr O. Dunford; local officer, Mr N. Boulton: secretary, Mr C. Williams; treasurer, Mr B. W. Lane. Personal. It is 39 years to-day since Mr W. Lock was first elected to the Nelson City Council. The late Mr H. V. Gully was then Town Clerk, and until Mr F. Mitchell’s recent appointment, there had been only two Town Clerks during the 39 years, Messrs Gully and Edmonds. Mr R. Buchanan was elected Nelson representative on the New Zealand Swimming Council at last night's meeting. Dr and Mrs Souter arrived in Nelson by the Matangi this morning. Xngagement. The engagement is announced of Joan, third daughter of Mr and Mi‘s H. J. S. Mitchell. ’’ Amersfoote," Blenheim, to Ellis, third sor. of Mr and Mrs L. G. Frost, Stoke, Nelson.