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Evening Post, Volume XCVIII, Issue 144, 16 December 1919, Page 20

I An Old-Fashioned Custom 1 The giving of presen*s a* Xmas is a j^f^^^Brnt^Sf^. very old custom, l derived from it will . *?&mamß^mg&^* keep it for ever new. ■ H, eT, e ai.f af™ suggestions, any one of which would be worth while gifts, Electro-plated ware is an ideal gift, and is a reflection of good taste. We have a select stock of artistic designs c__s_S±£. of Tea and Coffee Services,, Afternoon Tea Sets, Cake ISi_o£__f Spirit Kettles, Entree Dishes,. Toast Racks, Salad Bowls Tarn Dishes, etc. ' ■ "APEX" ELECTRIC VACUUM CLEANERS-The "Apex" is the best vacuum cleaner yet introduced into New Zealand. It reduces work to a minimum and is a boon to any household The H Apex would be a grift such as would gladden any lady's h P _T+ §3 ELECTRIC HOME NEEDS-We have a*splendidAssortment of I Universal electric appliances comprising- Grillers, Toasters Irons, Teapots, Ranges, Ovens, Radiators, Shaving Mugs Eirrr Boilers, etc. ' sfa LEATHER COODS-Ladies' Hand Bags, made of the finest tooled leather, beautiful designs, artistically hand coloured. Purses Wallets, Vanity Bags, Tobacco Pouches, Brief Bags; Suit Cases, etc. SPORTING GOODS—Jaques Tennis Racquets, Balls, Nets, Presses Posts, Cricket Bats, Balls, Stumps, Leg Guards. Gauntlets'' Bags, etc., Croquet Sets, Golf Clubs, Balls etc., Jaques Standard Lawn Bowls, Guns, Rifles, Revolvers, and Ammunition ' Also Stainless Cutlery, Pocket Knives, Secto Blade Safety Razors "" Icy-Hot Vacuum Bottles, Ice Chests, Ball-bearing Lawn Mowers, j We invite you to visit our Showroom and choose your gift from 8 quality goods, any one of which would make a useful and suitable 1 present. 9 E.W. Mills & Co., Ltd. Comer Jcrvois Quay, Hunter and Victoria Streeti, Wellington. j I

j ! ' ' : —~"""" — Just Arrived Beautiful Doulton China B.P. Mounted I We have just landed a fine selection of new Doulton China | mounted with Electro Plate. There's a wealth of lovely designs i from which to choose. All of high quality and moderately I priced. This Doulton China will be very popular. 1 CAKE STANDS SALAD BOWLS BISCUIT BARRELS S BREAKFAST CRUETS FRUIT DISHES JAM AND SUTTER DISHES Call and inspect this artistic China—also our special display of Silverware, Leather Goods, and Sporting Goods—all suitable for Christmas Gifts. John Duthie & Co., Ltd. 1 Hardware Merchants, j Willis Street, Wellington.

w Sensible Presents for All"tj . At Tingey's Xmas Fair j I Our Special Christmas Fair is now in progress, and offers an |1 ii ideal selection of tasteful and practical Gift Goods. 1 I FOR CHILDREN we feature Water Colour Paints, Pastels, and I I the famous Permodelle Modelling Wax. 1 jl FOR LADIES see our tasteful Ornaments, Hand Mirrors, and If I ii lovely Pictures, just framed for Christmas presentation pur- ||| I'j poses. II FOR ARTISTS you will easily be able to choose practical gifts I I that will please—Colours, Pastels, Modelling Tools; Brushes, || I, Sketching Pads, and. other suggestions. || 1 SEE OUR WINDOWS—STEP INSIDE.- . I TINGEY'S | 1 Oil and Colour Merchants :: 30 Mansers Street, WELLINGTON tf

I Messrs. Charles Greer & Stanley j I UNDERTAKERS j PORIRUA j I Motor Hearse by Arrangement j >*Wlß„_tgr_UJ-_-U-_M-2_TG^ FTI SHIELDS, Military' jailor, 21, JL • Willis-street, for. Officers' and Privates' Uniforms, Breeches, Forage Caps and Hats, Puttees, Trench Coats and Oilskin Coats, Service Stripes and Taunt's Gold Gilt Buttons., All Standard Badges stocked. S. LUKE AND SON, RANGEFITTERS, GASFITTERS,' HOTWATER ENGINEERS, SHEET METAL WORKERS, Etc. WE beg to announce to the public of Wellington and surrounding _ districts that we have commenced business in above lines. All makes of Ranges, etc., Repaired and Installed. All work guaranteed. Over 30 years' experience. Note address: 41. ADELAIDE-ROAD. FREEZING SHEEP AND LAMBS. fTIHE WELLINGTON MEAT EX- *■ PORT COMPANY, LTD., is prepared to PURCHASE FAT SHEEP AND LAMBS 'by weight or at per head. The Company also offers Clients every facility for freezing on their own account. Prices can be obtained on application at tho Company's office 6 or from any of the Buyers in the oountry. COAL COAL Is Scarce, Prepare for next Winter by getting in a. stock o£ FIREWOOD. FIREWOOD. We havo ample supplies of the best; .and will.deliver any quantity at lowest rates. W J. GAUDIN AND SON, COAL AND GRAIN MERCHANTS, GHUZNEE-STREET. Branches — Seatoun-road, Kilbirnie. 163. The Parade, Island Bay. IS there any position more, frightful than that of the drunkard's wife? The frightfulnass ends on 17th December. Vote for Prohibition.

mVmTMmMUZMWmmmWmmmWBamWmn^MMMMMMMmMMMMWMmMMMMMmmWmfpHE <3HOP TjlOR pRESENTS. Est. 1880. «l_i§KJ« Tel, I^3B' P.O. Box 243. By Special Appointment to His Excellenoy: the Governor-General. PEANK GrRADY, WATCHMAKER AND JEWELLER, ' 48, WILLIS-STREET. . /CHRISTMAS T>RESENTS, SEE OUR FINE STOCK. WATCHES, CLOCKS, WATCHES. DIAMOND RINGS. PENDANTS, BROOCHES, etc. NOVELTIES in SILVER and PLATE. EBONY AND SILVER BRUSHES. LADIES' BAGS, WALLETS, etc. N.Z. GREENSTONE AND .BEADS. JTIHE OHOP TjWR "DRESENTS, OATSHEAF CHAFF, OATS, WHEAT, BRAN, POLLARD, HAY, STRAW, AND FEED OF ALL DESCRIPTIONS. IF you aro a regular or casual buyer of any of the above, purchase from SAMUEL BROWN, LTD. Our reputation is your guarantee of high-, est quality—the freshest and best—at the LOWEST RULING PRICES. Order 3 received by 'phone or mail. promptly delivered. SAMUEL BROWN, LTD., S 31-33, JOHNSTON-STREET, Wellington, Telephones 21-240 and 88. WALL PAPERS. LARGE consignment of the very latest in Modern Wall Papers, Cut-out Friezes, and Borders now arriving. Same . can bo inspected at our Warehouse in the course of a few days. Patterns posted free on application. T. A. WELLS, 'Phone 883. 145 A. Manners-street. RETURNED SOLDIERS PLEASE Note.—Sinco returned I have started Upholstering Business in Coutts-street, Kilbirnie. Genuine 10 per cent, discount to returned soldiers. C. V DAUE.