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Manawatu Standard, Volume LXI, Issue 124, 26 April 1941, Page 5

FROm THE 3p n sunny comer.’ I, IJUiesc verses, written by one of the I Staff, are dedicated to “The Night Bombers.” Doug. Gough and His Crew. V’P 1 noatli the starry dome, bomber and gallant crew,' Blessed by the J oiks at Home, off with a job to do. Millions ot listening ears follow the plane’s great flight, Millions ot hopelul hearts cheer the challenge to Hitler’s might. Over the field of Franco, passing the watch on the Rhine, On to the heart of Berlin they straddled the target at nine. Caught in the searchlights’ beams. and the crash of a thousand guns, Only the Clods it seems see the loss ol these Tim pi re sons. Down through the mists of dawn, bombers land from the big foray, But one crew goes winging on, to stand at the break of day On the threshold of God’s Kingdom and this we all must know, As they kneel at the feet of their Maker they’ll hear the words, “Good Show.” —W.M.S. *] M e have just opened the loveliest novelties. Some very clever person thought of using Seashells and converted them into attractive Necklaces and Fobs. You will be delighted with the charming colours and appreciate the unusual note they give. Necklaces, 6s Cd; Fobs, 3s Od. •[Glad Ridley lias been in more or less of a dither these past few days, and was starry eyed with excitement at a very pleasant function this week. The staff of the P.D.C. foregathered and made a presentation to Glad, wishing her all the best for the future. *'•»** in the Millinery Department I will mention their bright Pixie Caps. Tartans, Florals, Sheer Oiled Silks, and Navy Macs with flap backs and tics under the chin. So cheerful and useful for rainy days. Prices from 3s Cd. •[When Mr Wallace was making a presentation of a lovely Down Quilt, oil behalf of the Directors, to Miss Ridley, lie drew attention to the “Ridley Tradition.” For twentyone years we have had a Ridley in the staff. Now that Glad is leaving we hope her young brother is coming to carry on the name! •jlf you are tired of dull, faded drapings, replace them with our 44in Cottage Weaves. We have just unpacked a very popular line, featuring an unusual Mosaic pattern. The colours, Salmon, Blue, Brown and Green, have Fawn or Beige backgrounds. Price 4s 6d yard. •TP.R.C. received an unusual advertisement this week, in the form of a particularly clever painting by a boy of eight. It is an impression of the N.M.R. marching past “The Sunny Corner,” and it is now on display in one of our windows. •yWitli the shortage of Hot Water Bottles, Bed Sox are becoming very necesasry to keep warm feet. Wo have pretty brushed wool Bed Sox in pink and blue, assorted styles. Prices 3s lid and 4s Cd. cj'We have been pleased to sec Mr Wallace (who lias visited us to attend the Board meeting) ; but are very sorry to bear that Mrs Wallace is in poor health. Our sincere wishes for a speedy recovery go to Mrs Wallace. •[The Men’s Department are displaying a range of very serviceable carcliga7is for men. They are grey and heather coloured and in pure wool. Price 14s Cd. * * * * «TThe Chief was up in Auckland this week on one of liis periodical buying trips. \\ e understand that he made some very successful purchases, particularly in regard to Towels. «Tf found a most unusual fancy flecked Afgalaine Suit in the Mantle Showroom, to-day. Three colours, Wood Green, Cornelian Red, and Mustard Gold, all worked into the jacket, almost Jester style. The skirt is Wood Green. You need to see this Suit to really appreciate its charm. Size SAY. Price Cgns. Premier Drapery Co. Ltd. PALMERSTON NORTH