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Evening Post, Volume CVI, Issue 105, 31 October 1923, Page 13

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WILSON'S (N.Z.) PORTLAND CEMENT.

The principal factors in good concrete are: (a) First grade Cement as manufactured by Wilson's (N.Z.) Portland Cement Co., Ltd.; (b) clean, bard, -wellgraded aggregate—(grading means reducing step by step from the largest size which the thickness and the character of the work admits to coarse sand); (c) thorough mixing; (d) using the right proportion of water; (c) placing the concrete shortly after mixing, say, within one hour; (f) ramming sufficiently to consolidate the mass; (g) watering often after, the concrete is one day old for at least seven days, because no concrete can be strong which dries rapidly. Concrete which is to be placed in water should be mixed extra wet and never rammed.J When constructing concrete walls, do not dump in a mass of concrete and ram the surface hard, but deposit about four inches in depth -and ram. Light regular lamming on small quantities produces the most uniform work. The wetter the concrete the less ramming it needs. The reference to thin layers does not mean that the concrete is to be carried right round a structure in regular layers; it simply refers to the depth advisable to deposit before ramming. ;■ In practice, any section is ■ filled with these thin layers as rapidly as may be con-^ venient, and- the concrete may be levelled" off at any desired point to receive* the next mixing, or fill .up to the top of the panel or frame at the end of each day, to admit:of the frames being raised in readiness for concretars before the tower round is completed. Foundations, tanks," dips, etc., may be finished in one day by boarding up as the concrete rises and leaving the framing on for two days. Iv all cases "water any concrete which has been in position one hour- before., adding fresh concrete. For the finishing coat of dairy factory or other floors sub-: jected to severe friction and requiring ] smooth surfaces, use '"half measure' of hard, clean, 'aggregate, graded from', say, § of an inch to coarse sand, "half a, measure of clean sand (not 100 fine);, {o one measure of-"Star" Brand Portland Ceriient, or, if. the aggregate contains sufficient sand, use 2 measures to 1 of ' cement.' Never" use gravel or sand without testing for dirt. Farmers, and: all 'others"- who contemplate- building ;with ! concrete, 1 or laying down ./floor's in .their sheds ori barns, would, be well advised to write. or call oh Messrs. Mansori and < Jiarr, Ltd.,'Pa}merston North,'for .a free booklet .issued by Wilson's, giving.special information relative to making of concrete, concrete fencing posts, etc; Messrs. Manson arid Barr, Ltd., are the Palrrierston North and district agents for Wilson's (N.Z.), Portland Cement, Hydraulic Lime,' etc. ■ . . ■ . .

BERT. PRATT. Broadway Hairdressing Saloon, Palmerston North.

After an absence of some years from Palmerston North, Mr.' Bert Pratt, who established the hairdressiug saloon adjacent to the Occidental L,Uotel in the Square^ and who successfully conducted it for many years, has returned to town, and opened in the fashionable business centre known as "Broadway." When the Broadway Hail-dressing Saloon becomes fairly established under Mr. Pratt's guiding \ influence it will be the most popular saloon in Palmerston North, its a tradesman there is no one better qualified, and with his two song —both of.whom are tbnsorial artists of experience—this new establishment will soon find favour with local residents and the public generally. The saloon has been beautifully furnished, and contains four of the latest chairs and is conducted on the most scientific and sanitary methods by experts under the proprietor's own supervision, and visitors can confidently always patronise Pratt's. There are three features in Pratt'b great display of smokers' goods that will interest you. First, his stocks of .cigar^ ettes comprise all-the very latest brands. His supplies are illimitable, and there is selection that will suit every taste. Then come the cigars, for' here again Pratt's is the highest-grade assortment from all the most famous factories. The different pipes that one may purchase at Pratt's, too, are almost without end —every kind from the übiquitous cherrywood and the ordinary briar to the most expensive presentation pipe. Pratt's undoubtedly is the chief centre,, for everyone who appreciates good service in hairdressing, and a choice'from ,- big stocks of tobaccos, cigars, and cigarettes, pouches, etc., and a lot of suitable gift goods. Palmerstoniaris, rally round, and give the Pratt's a. right royal welcome back to business. Remember—Broadway, opposite Bank of Australasia.

DOES THE AVERAGE FARMER REALISE?

As this is farmers' week in Palmerston North, we would like to draw his attention to two things. First, that in every provision shop there is an array of imported canned foodstuffs, arid the purchase of which means so much loss to the farming' community. Second, in tho window of Small Goods Proprietary, 113, Cuba street, near Rangitikei street, you will see the same class of goods, with this difference: Nothing is imported, everything is bought from the farmer, manufactured into dainty shapes and combinations, and served with care and courtesy. We would ask you to look at the goods, and when you go home take a price list;-aud remember that our goods will be railed to. any address in any quantity, and w6 guarantee everything to last from three to five days if placed iv a cool place and out of the reach of the proverbial small boy. Remember the, address and see the goods. Small Goods Proprietary, 113, Cuba street, Palmerston North.

DUSTINS LTD., Palmerston North Branch.

In order to demonstrate the excellence and diversity of the numerous lines they handle in confectionery, the wellknown firm of Dustins, Ltd., have established a large stand in one,of the machinery halls at the Show,' where one of the finest collections of sweetmeats yet seen is being displayed. Nestles goods are extensively handled l>y the firm, «md it U one'of the features of the Stall, .