THE SMOKERS' REALM.

Auckland Star, Volume LIII, Issue 296, 14 December 1922, Page 8

THE SMOKERS' REALM.

THE FAIR SEX CATERED FOR. THE BIG CORNER SHOP. Sunshine or rain, working days or vacation, mere man, primitive or civilised, must have, at any rate his liberty to smoke and within the scope of that freedom enters, with this heydey of equality, the woman. The soothing or satisfying puffing of tobacco in its modern forms offers full scope for the enterprising tobacconist who strives to meet the curious demands of an advanced age. Auckland is liberally served in the channels of supply for patrons of My Lady Nicotine, and an establishment which exclusively caters to the foibles of a widely discriminating public, is that of Mr. H. W. Simmonds, situated at one of the most prominent thoroughfare intersections in the city—Queen and Customs Streets —under the Waverley Hotel. Here full provision is made day in and day out for the needs of smokers, and, when the festive season rolls round the many regular customers of this highclass* shop, as well as those who seek suitable gifts for husbands, brothers, friend or sweethearts may find a rich assortment of the gift requisites that are dear to the hearts of most mcn —and for value cheap to the pockets of the purchasers. As Mr. Simmonds is a specialist in the tobacco line, having no hairdressing or shaving saloon to detract from his particular business, he is in a favoured position to provide the best of tobaccos on the market and his selling organisation is founded on promptest courteous service. These factors have been long appreciated "by visitors arriving in the city apd by those catching trams, boats or trains to whom even trifling delay is a matter of moment.

VARIED HIGH-CLASS STOCK. Lovers of first quality pipe tobaqco soon discover the virtues of the London and Imperial mixtures that are specially j blended by Mr. Simmonds, who also offers a variety of other brands, in packets and loose, to suit the changing tastes of the times. The new Dunhill tobacco and cigarettes have come to hand. Of more than average interest, too, is the fine stock of pipes including the ever famous Loewc, the Barling, 8.8.8., G.8.D., the select Dunhill briars and other superior makes. Then, of course, there is the latest dry-smoker pipe. Young's patent, which easily ranks as the cleanest dry-smoker in reality available. This pipe, made in Manchester, has a special here which catches the saliva and nicotine in a chamber grooved under and along the stem, and thus ensures a thoroughly clean, cool smoke. A popular line with general smokers is the Simmonds' assortment of 2/6 pipes of all brands, sizes, and shapes. Companion cases of sets of special pipes for gift purposes also arouse keen attention at thi* time of the year. Tobacco jars and pouches (fancy and plain) also find a formidable place.

Another section of infinite variety is apportioned to cigarettes of all the highest grade varieties known (in tinsfifties and hundreds), including Virginian, Turkish, Egyptian and Russian brands. The last-mentioned have much vogue amongst the fairer sex on account of their mild taste and attractive aroma.

SPLENDID CIGAR VALUES. A strong feature at this tobacco emporium is the quantity and quality of cigars ranging from the superior Havana and Manila leaf to the unlimited kinds manufactured. It is, perhaps, unnecessary to remind connoisseurs that Havana cigars are supreme. Havana seeds have been grown in other countries i but in no place do they provide the mature leaf that gives the exquisitely choice flavour that are associated with the legitimate Havana-made cigars which are packed with a protective label that cannot be imitated. Owing to having very large stocks of cigars Mr. Simmonds has been able to make big reductions in his cigar prices, and this especially applies to the Manilas. Portagas. Corona a nd J. S. Murias are brands that find much favour.

Accessories such as razors. Gillette safety razors (from 6/C), Valet autostrop, toilet requisites and walking sticks are other requisites that may be nominated as prominent lines, which are worth consideration during this special purchase season.

WHY IMPORT? MOTOR SPRINGS MANUFACTURE. UP-TO-DATE METHODS IN AUCKLAND. The remarkable progress of Auckland as a business eemtre is reflected in the number of new firms continually opening up and doing phenomenally good! business. This is certainly the age of motor traction, and so huge is the volume cf bua'ness becoming, not only in Auckland but in all parts of tliDominion, that thousands of men are employed iui repair and Imaniifneture shops to deal with tlie ever-increasing trade. A firm that has come inbn being in Auckland recently, and which is doing splendid service to the ipublie is Cavanash and Co.. Ltd.. 110 and 112. Symonds Street. Amonsrst its various activities this company is specialising in the manufacture of steel springs, and it is claimed that the product of this factory is as good if not better than the imported article, while the price to thit purchaser is lower, which is a point well worth consideration by users of all types of motor vehicles. Ti"esp springs •are made in a special furnace. This "oven" gives an even temperature—a very important point—and a fuel is used that is in no way dsletorious to the steel. The company has most •modern and up-to-date plant in all departments, and can compete in springs with the world's markets.

In addition, Cavanaeh and Co., Ltd., claim to possess the b?st and most complete j.ress in Auckland for the removal and fitting of solid band tyres for motor vehicles. The pressure is up to 300 tons for pushing the tyres off and on. The company are the principal agents for ■Republic trucks and good rear solid band tyres. They a,lso specialise as body builders and ppipairnrs. The roraipainy are catering for garagyg in the matter of motor springs, motor wheels and solid band tyres.

Although this enterprising company has been established only a few months, their turnover is fast increasing, the firm getting a name for reliability and | prompt service. Mr. Cavanagh was for (twenty years with Messrs. Pullan and jArmitage. fifteen years of which he was works manager, so that he brings into the business a wide knowledge of the trade in which he is engaged. Concerns such as the one under review deserve to be patronised, as not only do they give employment to a large body of workers, but their industry and push reflect themselves in the prosperity of the city.