OTOROHANGA

Te Awamutu Courier, Volume 53, Issue 3846, 16 December 1936, Page 34 (Supplement)

OTOROHANGA

PROGRESSIVE ERA OF PROSPERITY

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THE “BEEHIVE OF THE TOWN.” Since the advant. of the Farmers’ Co-op. Auctioneering Co., or, as they are universally known, the “F.A.C.,” into tlie realms of retail, as well as wholesale business, tlicit inarch of progressive achievement has been ever onward, until to-day their large concrete stores on the corner of Maniapoto and Ballance Streets are a real hive of industry, the large staff catering to the growing wants of their steadily increasing clientele. One can procure most things for the farm and home at the F.A.C., and if they are out of any unusual line this is readily procured for the customer. At present the F.A.C. are busy filling the Xmas and New Year demands of households, and catering to the requirements of district farmers, who are now busy hay, and ensilage making, and for the sheep men, who are now engaged shearing the ewe flocks. The F.A.C. hold many agencies, and handle such fine lines as the harvesting machines manufactured in Canada, at the McCormick-Deering plant. The McCormick-Deering side delivery rake and tedder is popular with King Country harvesters, and sells at sight, as does the Uneda tumbler sweep. Some contend that the Uneda sweeps are definitely the strongest and the most efficient on the market. The Samson two wheel sweep, and the Samson gate sweep, are also in constant demand during the harvesting period oi the year. Large numbers of haymakers commend the Samson jib stacker, which two men, unaided, can erect. Being self contained, it has the great advantage that once erected it need not be taken down again until after the harvest is garnered. It may be hauled about file farm as required, on an ordinary sledge. The advantage of this in filling ensilage pits, topping oft hay stacks, and putting the earth on ensilage stacks, is obvious. Samson wheeled sledges and konakis, steel frame sledges, farm carts, etc., are now in peak demand. Large stocks of fencing materials are stocked, whilst full ranges of building requirements are listed.

The grocery and general provision departments are now stocked with goods for the approaching Christmas trade. The drapery and fancy goods departments carry stocks that one would only expect to find in a metropolitan emporium. Full ranges of footwear grace the shelves of the boot department, whilst the gift goods stands carry, heavy stocks, in wide variety, to suit the tastes and requirements of all. Under the present capable, energetic and obliging management the F.A.C. can look forward to a record Christmas and New Year turnover at their Otorohanga branch. TURNBULL’S BOOT STORE. This busy boot and shoe store is situated in Maniapoto Street, and is housed in the proprietor’s own modern concrete building. Mr Turnbull commenced in a boot repairing business here many years ago, and by “sticking to his last” has built up the progressive business which he enjoys to-day. In his showrooms are displayed the very latest in style and usefulness of all classes of footwear. At the moment.he carries a large and most comprehensive range of boots and shoes for wearing at outdoor sports and pastimes during the summer and autumn months. It is safe to assume that his Christmas trade will be a heavy one and replenishing of the huge existing stocks will be necessary before the advent of the New Year. Mr Turnbull also specialises in one day repair work, and his staff, handling everything modern in the way of machinery, expeditiously complete the jobs assigned to them. Turnbull’s boot store is one of the institutions of the town, and it is steadily growing in volume and popularity. THE QUALITY BUTCHER. For honest values in prime quality meats, coupled with a quick and courteous service, the progressive butchery business of A. .1. McCready lias bene built up and maintained. He has for long been established in Otorohanga, where he is popularly known for his sporting activities and his public sei'vices. Mr McCready aims to purchase only the best beef cattle, sheep and pigs, and in this respect he consistently hits the mark. His buying for the approaching Christmas trade of steers, wethers, lamb and porkers is calculated to gladden t|ie palates ot the most fastidious, in beef, mutton and lamb he is an-ex-pert judge, and his customers are quite content to leave their orders with the Quality Butchery, in the knowledge that, they will be faithfully served with nothing but the best procurable. WALLACE SUPPLIES. The fine new building that houses the business of Wallace Supplies, at Hie corner of Tuhoro and Main Streets, Otorohanga, is a thriving and very popular shopping centre. Here, very large stocks of groceries and general provisions for the home and farm are carried, and business booms under the genial and very efficient management of Mr Larsen. It would appear to be the Mecca for thrifty housewives for the Christmas shopping, as everything required for the coming festival of 1936 is stocked. The branch features Golden Blooni products, and the sales indicate the worth and popularity of these goods. Wallace Supplies’ store will be a hive of activity from now on to the New Year.

EMPRESS THEATRE. Now in course of construction in Tuhoro Street., near the main street intersection, is the Empress Cabaret, and Picture Theatre, being built, to the order and design of the progressive townsman, Mr G. Goldthorpe. When completed, shortly after the New Year, this edifice will be one of tile most modern buildings in the town, and a monument to the enterprise of the promoter. Provision is made within the structure for milk bars, tea rooms, and, of course, the necessary range of dressing rooms and toilet conveniences. The management aims to cater for all classes of the community who desire clean, healthy and social recreation during their leisure hours. Many happy memories will be garnered in the coming Christmas and New Year among those who will meet for social relaxation and communion at the Empress Theatre. TOYLAND AT McROBIES. It is safe to assume that McRobies, of Otorohanga, will be a very popular rendezvous during the period from now on to the festive-season, with the juveniles and their parents. Here in this well stocked news agency are arranged a huge stock of toys of every description, to gladden the hearts of the youngsters, and as a consequence, their parents as well. Gift goods are here in abundance, such as ladies’ handbags, wallets, pouches, hair brushes, fancy crockery, fountain pens —• such well known and efficient makes as the Swan, Sheaffer, Burnham, etc. New books are here in a comprehensive display, and the choosing of them for intended recipients is always a labour of love and delight. To return to the kiddies, they should be shown the dolls, wooden and mechanical toys, tricycles, kiddy cars, teddy bears, and while they are feasting their eyes among these creations the elders may inspect the decorative, household and tea and dinner sets, chinaware, scents and sprays, etc. The joy given to the children with toys return fourfold—and Mcßobic’s have made very generous provision lor them this Christmastide. BURRELL AND SON’S GARAGE. The garage and service station of Burrell and Son, Otorohanga, is experiencing a busy time attending to the holiday requirements of their customers. They are agents for many ears and trucks, motor cycles, etc., but at present are pushing the merits of what is claimed to be the world’s best value in motor cycles, the U.S.A., and James, British Bedford .trucks, Vauxhall cars and the popular and road efficient Chevrolet cars, and trucks. To those requiring service for their cars, or who desire to purchase a new car or truck, a visit to Messrs Burrell and Son is recommended. MAXWELL’S BUTCHERY. This well established business is situated in the block of buildings erected by Mr Maxwell himself, and is under his personal management. There is a modern refrigerator installed, and a small goods department is situated in the same block of concrete buildings. The quality of the best mutton, lamb and pork is always kept up t.o the Maxwell standard. Customers away from the town are served by an expeditious motor delivery, whilst residents are attended to by phone, and the usual despatch of their orders follows in due course. This business provides poultry, including turkeys, for the Christmas trade. OTOROHANGA DISTRICT STORE. A young man, Mi’ Joseph Isaac, is Ihe proprietor of the above drapery and clothing store, situated in Maxwell’s Buildings. Here is displayed a very wide range of goods for the holiday trade, which the proprietor claims to be the largest stock of this class of goods in the centre. Fancy goods, Christmas and New Year gifts, are displayed, as well as jewellery, watches, etc. Mr Isaac is the local agent for an Auckland expert, watch repairer, and all this class of work is guaranteed. Although only recently established, trade is satisfactory, anil he is looking forward to an extra rush of customers during the glad days towards the end of the month. THE MAN’S SIR)I'. Situated in the Corbett and Mossman buildings, in the centre of Otorohanga, is a business that has rapidly expanded from modest beginnings, to become the shopping centre of the careful men dressers of the community. Mr A. Fleming has catered to the tastes of all men. He specialises in suits made to the measure of his customers, and, of course, carries all lines in clothing, boots, etc. All his stock suits are made to his ideas, to suit the young men of the King Country, and the latest brown, grey and fawn shades, in all wool worsteds. Shirts, collars, ties, underwear, sports suits, blazers, etc., are in a wide range to choose from, and a visit to the “Man’s Shop” of Otorohanga will convince you that there is a reason for the progressive achievement reached by Mr Fleming.

DAIRY AND FARM EQUIPMENT. Housed in the Friendly Societies’ Buildings, in the main street, are Messrs Vose and Rucroft, the dairy and farm equipment providers. They are agents for the popular Wallace milking machines, and they are always available to demonstrate its usefulness to intending purchasers. Mowing machines, haymaking machinery, deep well gearings and surface pumps, are here on display, while water and skim milk pumps are sold and erected complete by this progressive firm. Their competent staff is always available for the overhauling of any class of farm machinery. Everything in connection with the machinery and equipment of the farm and milking shed may be obtained from Vose and Rucraft. A popular selling line with them at the moment is the latest model of the efficient, light and handy Oliver mower. Being agents for the National radio, they are naturally interested in wireless matters, and do a considerable turnover in this direction. Those in need of equipment for the milking, harvesting or shearing, or for a pleasing radio, would be well advised to drop in at Messrs Vose and Cucroft, whose slogan is “We Give Service.” BREMNER BROS. It is indeed pleasing to record the progress made by the firm of Messrs Bremner Bros, in recent years, necessitating removed to their present large and new concrete garage in Maniapoto Street. Owing, no doubt, to the sensational rise in wool values, at the recent Auckland sales, there is marked activity in new car sales, and the Terraplane car, for which they are agents, is selling freely to those principally who have cashed their wool cheques,-and desire to buy a real car. The Hudson and Morris cars and trucks are also handled by Bremner Bros., who report recent satisfactory sales. Their business embraces that of motor and general engineers, as well as car salesmen, and their mechanics repair all makes of cars and trucks. The service department is well patronised by a large and increasing clientele of satisfied motorists. cream carters and truck drivers, and it is safe to assume that, in the near future a further enlargement of their present extensive premises will be imperative. To those requiring a brand new car, or who wish to trade in the “old bus” for a modern car, a visit to Bremner Bros’ garage will be instdlcting, entertaining and profitable.

SMITH’S AUCTION MART. Otorohanga’s only auctioneers, Messrs A. E. Smith and Co., are situated right opposite the Municipal Hall. They conduct regular sales of pigs, poultry, furniture and effects, etc., each Friday, and auction at outside special sales as arranged for. They are cash buyers of hides, skins (sheep and rabbit), etc., and hold the usual agencies that dovetail in with the business of auctioneers. Mr F. Fairbrother is the popular auctioneer . MOTOR BODY BUILDER. Mr A. E. Cooke, the only motor body builder in the district, is housed in the same buildings as Mr Dew (blacksmith), and he has been established for many years in the same place. His work has established his reputation as a first-class tradesman, and one who is never lacking for work in his trade. Mr Cook manufactures farm sledges, rakes, etc., on the premises, and carries out all repair and renovation work in connection with the trade. DROVER AND TRUCKER. One of the most popular men in the livestock line in this territory is Mr D. E. Egan. “Dannie," as he is familiarly known to all who visit the saleyards, specialises in the droving and trucking of stock, and he can be fully depended upon to go anywhere with his flocks and herds at any lime. A wire or 'phone message to Mr Egan at Otorohanga, will put one in touch with a man who will truck or untruck stock, buy or sell stock, on commission, advise on values, etc. THE BRITISH HAIRDRESSING SALOON. The oldest established tobacconist and hairdressing saloon in the town is The British, in Eassey's Buildings, and is conducted by Mr T. George, with his son as his able assistant. All smokers’ requirements and gift goods are stocked. Mr George grinds and sharpens scissors, razors, etc., and a modern hygiene system prevails in the saloon, which is available to members of both sexes. WHERE TO STAY AT OTOROHANGA. The Commercial Hotel, the only private (teffiperance) hotel in Otorohanga, is a large building, and has recently changed hands, Mr R. Nicholson, late of Auckland, being the present proprietor. Mr Nicholson is now busily engaged in refitting and renovating the hostel for the extra comfort of his patrons. The tariff is very reasonable and the hostel now offers further inducements for the traveller (or tourist to the Caves Wonderland) to break his journey.