Christmas Reminders.

Northland Age, Volume 3, Issue 20, 18 December 1906, Page 5

Christmas Reminders.

Among onr Advertisers. One imut have plenty of “suction” this time of the year, and everyone, including our teetotal friends, should be able to have their wants satisfied in this respect. Mr. B. Boyd, of Kawakawa, mannfactnres famous cordials—none better in the Auckland province—and those whoso tastes incline to the “ ginger pop ” should ask for Boyd’s every time. By the way, " Irish Kelish” sauce will give a delightful savour to the Xmas turkey. Mrs. Payne, of Ohaeawai, will be happy to have a look at old friends during Xmas. She stocks the best of wines and spirits. Visitors will find “good cheer” at Mn. Berghan's Mangonui hotel during the Christmas holidays. The energetic landlady has made good preparations for the festive season. “ Old Joe’s ” at Waipapakauri always contains something gratifying and satisfying, and things will hum right merrily this Xmas. Likewise Houhora hotel, where the young Joe has charge. “ Charlie ” Molloy, of the Kaitaia hotel, has just landed a heavy stock of wines and spirits for the Xmas trade, and the usual bottled beer—real thirst ♦ quenchers. you a right royal welcome should you chance his way. Just drop in to his hostelry, and enjoyment is assured. “Charlie” Reinhardt at Mangonui maintains his stock of draught and bottled beer, spirits, etc. —not a headache in a hogshead of it. The Duke of Marlborough at Russell affords every accommodation, and there’s no more pleasant spot anywhere to spend a holiday than the little town that flies the shingle of the popular “ Dave.” Tourists come and tourists go. but they generally long to get back to Whangaroa at the first opportunity. Host Gothard knows how to treat visitors right royally, and the liquor he dispenses is of the best.

The N.B.S. Company are issuing cheap fares for the holidays. Particulars on application to the agents. Too late to order your Xmas suit ? Then order one for the New Year, from Mr. W. McKay, Mangonui’s tailor. Don’t forget the timber mills employ labour and circulate the money, which w contributes to a cheery Xmas. Mr. Alf. Long, of Mangatetc, and Messrs. Lane and Sons, Totara North, can supply your timber wants. Where shall we spend Xmas ? Well, we’ll do a little tripping, say to “ Bill ” Hazard's at Peria, up to the races at Waipap., or elsewhere. Then what ho! to hiring a horse or turn-out from “ Joker ” Harris or “ Joe ” Penney. It is “ lovely women ” who spend the bulk of money at Xmas time- -and they spend it sensibly. Groceries and provisions—oh yes, and a little millinery' and fancy goods. Dress materials, ribbons, lacee, and Xmas presents. Here’s a list to select from : Hazard’s (Peria), Saies’s (Saies), Houston’s (Mangonui), Evans and Rons’ (Waipapakauri, Waiharara and Te Kao), Lawrence’s (Totara North), Hargraves’s (Waimate North). Houston’s (Ahipara), Berghan’s (Ahipara), Hutchinson’s, Rmeeton’s, and Matthews and Masters (Auckland), Claudet’s (Awanui). Pardon, these are not Xmas gifts, but they all supply them. In the leather line—and there’s nothing like leather- saddlers McCready (Mangonui), Grigg (Kaitaia) and Ridings (Kaeo) can fit you out. Friend Gager, of Ohaeawai, enjoys a first-class reputation for tailor-made clothing to measure. George Scansie does ditto for Awanui, besides supplying < a good boot—a very necessary adjunct to all well-dressed individuals. Speaking of well-dressed people, nothing looks better when made up than the materials manufactured in the colony, viz., Kaiapoi and Roslyn woollen stuffs. Stick out for one or the other of these brands every time. If your molars require attending to while you are in town, no doubt our old friend Hubert Daore will fix them up in a trice. The Reliance Den’ al Company, too, are teeth experts—address over Smeeton’s. Bridge House, Mangainaka, the favorite stopping-place between here and Hokianga, must not be forgotten. Mr. Galloway ensures a hearty welcome to all who chance along. Viistors to the city should stop at 44 Glenosmond ” private boarding-house, which is specially suited to country people. Entrances from Symonds-street ana Wynyard street. - Anyone wishing to go through from Kaeo have only to drop a line to Mr. Crossley—or a telegram—and the coach will be there every time. Be sure Mid make your cakes and “duff” nice and light. To ensure this use only “Champion” flour—you can’t W**- . • • Picnicking is very enjoyable. If camping ont a tent is needed. Mr. E. Leßoy, of Auckland, comes in handy here, aa he is a tent maker, and can supply all requirements in this direction. A nice joint of beef completes the Xmas feast. Mangonui Meat Supply Company provide only the very best beef and mutton. If biliously attacked after too much cheer, i»ll the stores supply patent medicines. Just take your choice—Evren tablets, 'Sheldon’s tabules, or Bonningfe* u it .