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New Zealand Times, Volume XXXVII, Issue 8330, 16 January 1913, Page 7

BAG SNATCHING. EXCITING CHASE DOWN WILLIS STREET. Yesterday afternoon as a well-known Wellington gentleman and his wife were on their way down Willis street they were accosted by two rather suspiciouslooking men, who demanded money. On being refused, however, one of the men snatched the lady’s bag and made ofl with it. Seeing what had happened the gentle, man at onoe gave chase, and after a smart sprint managed to capture hie man and also regain the bag. Having done this, and having handed the would-be thief over to the police, they were able to go on their way, which was to Messrs W. F. Shortt’s Art Furniture Warehouse, in Willis street, where there is an exquisite assortment of Artistic Furniture in Oak and Kauri, suitable for the Bedroom, • Diningroom, or Hall. In addition to the above they are also showing a splendid range of Carpets, Linoleums, Rugs, Mats of all kinds. Lace Curtains, Quilts, Table linen. Crockery of all descriptions, and Kitchen IJteusils. Messrs Shorn a largo and well-lighted Warehouse has been specially fitted up so that intending clients have every facility for viewing their goods under the most favorable conditions. Their prices are noted for their consistency, the rule being to charge the lowest possible figure consistent with good substantial work, and any piece of furniture turned out by them carries their guarantee. A fully illustrated catalogue can bo obtalced on application, which, however, does not contain all that this firm ha* in stock, as they are contimtally adding new and up-to-date designs. Messrs Shortt, Ltd., have now beer established in business in Wellington foj the last twenty-eight years, and will tn< deavor to keep up the reputation they have already earned by supplying good! tuat a’.e made of thoroughly seasoned timber and finished in a manner that will reflect credit on any home. Every article manufactured carries a guarantee with it, while all goods for places out of Wellington are carefully packed and delivered on the train or steamer without any extra charge to the purchaser.— Advt.

Grain crops are ripening too qnicklj. in the Timaru district, owing to the succession of hot days, states a Press Association telegram, and fanners ■would like to see a few showers of rain. More hay has been saved this season than for many years past. No excuse for the pale and anemic— Stearns' Wine of Cod Liver Extract sends rich red blood coursing through the veins, mates rosy cheeks, bright and clear eyes. * “Give a dog a bad name and hang him.” Give a man bad Brandy and poison him. BUT give him MarteU'e and you may say "There’s life in the old dog yet,”