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Evening Post, Volume XC, Issue 85, 8 October 1915, Page 9

Early in the war the question o£ dyes became of paramount importance—- not only to the British manufacturer, bnt to every manufacturer in every quarter of the globe. For months past every wholesale- and retail soft goods house in New Zealand has been receiving circular letters from England and the Contmenfc advising them that owing to the exhaustion of the stocks of usual dye-wares and the consequent employment of such substitutes as are obtainable it is no longer possible to guarantee the durability of colours. By this mail the following statement by the Master Dyers' .Association of Philadelphia clearly set* ont the difficulties manufacturers have to contend with: — "Owing to the many misleading and erroneous statements that have been published, in many instances originating with persons unfamiliar with the manufacture, sale, and use of dye-stuffs, we feel it is the duty of those engaged in the dyeing industry, and who are entirely dependent upon a supply of dyestuff to continue their business, to inform the public of the actual conditions as they exist in Philadelphia, the largest dyeing centre in the world. We have gone to great expense and inconvenience to follow up every prospect that would seem to promise relief, hay« held many special meetings, and have been represented at every public demonstration which endeavoured to develop something that would at least answer the purpose uirtil normal conditions would again prevail, and it is only fair to say that no new methods have been developed for the manufacture of dye-stuffs, and our tests of so-called new fast blacks have convinced us that in no instance can they be compared with what every dyer and textile manfacturer is thoroughly familiar | with as fast black. The American manufacturers of dye-stuff who were established prior to the war are well aware of what is required, because of their experience with foreign competition, and they are making every effort to meet the situation, but they find the greatest difficulty in securing raw materials in sufficient quantities, owing to the present demand for those raw products for other purposes. We understand that their efforts are mainly directed towards producing shades of black, which, of course, are used in largest quantities, and while this will be a very great help, it is only a question of at most a few weeks when the shortage in colours of various shades will be as bad as that which now exists in blacks." It is obvious, therefore, that buyers of black and coloured goods must themselves accept all risks as regards permanency of colour eithei- in sunlight or in the wash-tub. Ten women help conduct the affairs of the city of Topeka (says an American paper). Two of them hold official positions, Miss Etta Covell, city clerk, and Miss Alberta Hale, city treasurer. The highest salaried woman employee is Miss Covell, who receives 1500 dollars annually. Miss Hale receives 1200 dollars, the next largest amount. Miss Flora M. Vesper, chief clerk in the office of the j water department, holds the distinction of having worked for the city longer than any other woman employee, having served in her department for over eleven years. A majority of the' county school superintendence of Kansas now are women, according to the report of W. D. Ross, State superintendent of public instruction. At the last election fiftythree women were chosen to this office. Ten years ago there was hardly a i woman holding an elective office in the State. Calgary, Alberta, now has two women judges. They are Mrs. R. R. Jamison and Mrs Langford. The women of Calgai'y hope soon to have a woman's court and women jurors. Mrs. Price, widow of the first Labour Premier in the | State, has been nominated as justice in South Australia. CHRISTMAS AT THE WAR, A Christmas cake and sweets packed in 1 air-tight tins ready for posting make an ideal gift for the lonely soldier. Godber's, Cuba-street. — Advt. Have you ever puzzled over the origin of the word Sydal? Spell it backwards. At first this was a preparation for ladies, but now men use it after shaving. — Advt. TO PIANO BUYERS. A]l who wish to ensure getting a highclass British instrument should certainly call on The Bristol Piano Co., Ltd. This well-known firm, established in New Zeai land over 32 years, regularly receives j large shipments of excellent ' Britis h-built j pianos, such ob the brilliant Broadwood, the splendid Sames, and the magnificent Collard and Collard. It also stocks those renowned Canadian organs— the Bell and the Imperial. If credit is a convenience,. Th« Bristol will gladly extend to you the advantages of it* popular and liberal time-payment system. The Bristol Piano Co., Ltd., Wellington. M. J. Brookes, North Island manager. — Advt. BRICE'S Luncheon and Tea Rooms, Brandonstreet, next Kirkcaldie and Stains, morning and afternoon teas, 3d. Hot meat •aid fish lunch and teas, 5 to 7.30. Oysters in season. — Advt. Fragrant Violets — Large supplies arriving daily. Send your friends an artistic posie of violets or one of our popular violet boxes, packed and posted to any part of the Dominion. Miss Murray, Vice-Regal Floriste, 36, Willis-street. — A.dvt. THE SERVANT PROBLEM. The demand for domestic servants seems incapable of being- met. Housework must be done, and the modern housewife wants modern methods. The Daisy Vacuum Cleaner, owing to itß simplicity, ease of manipulation, and effectiveness, is ever increasing in popularity. In many models and at prices to suit all. Easy terms. The first cost is all the cost. Free demonstrations arranged hi your own home. Oscar Hewett and Co., 56, Cuba-street (just below Bank N.Z.). 'Phone 520.— Advt. Summer is very near. Mothers should inspect Man-o'-War Straws for little lads showing at Geo. Powlds, Ltd., Mannersstreet, at 3s lid to 6s Id in good range. —Advt. Infants thrive on Bycroft's Ideal Milk Arrowroot Biscuits when patent foods fail to nourish. Scores of testimonials from happy, mothers. All grocers. — Advt. A sudden rich, but ignorant, was on the beach at Atlantic City watching a very fat bather disporting himself in the surf. He knew nothing of tides, and ho did not notice that each succeeding^ wave came a little closer to his feet. At last an extra big wave washed over his shoe tops. "Hey, there !" h© yelled at the fat bather. "Quit yor jumpin 1 up and down! D'ye want to drown mo?" [A Card.] NURSE M'FARLANE (Certificated), Glasgow Maternity Hospital Trained, RU RUA HOSPITAL, 29, MARION-STREET. Telephone 427 a. DRESSMAKING. MISS MAINWARING has recommenced Business .in Penty's Building, 212, Lambton-quay. opposite Kirlrcaldie's, where, in addition to executing I orde/s for Costume*. Dresses, etc., sho is forming G'lasseb for Practical Dressmaking. Terms — 6 lessons for 12s 6d (day and evening- clas«6^). ji »'" HOW H n ') njakq v/ 1"t flUr"*""^ flurKt-,.