STRIKING TRADE DISPLAYS

Taranaki Daily News, 11 July 1929, Page 20

STRIKING TRADE DISPLAYS

WIDE RANGE OF GOODS.

NOVELTY AND UTILITY FEATURED

It is particularly evident at this year's Stratford Winter Show that trade displays are featuring more prominently than ever, and have now become a most important section of the show. With representation from many of the leading business firms in Taranaki, there are to be found almost all articles required in the home, on the farm and in. many branches of business, displays which are well worthy of careful inspection by everyone.

DEPENDABLE FURNISHINGS,

BEAUTIFUL DISPLAY BY E. D. EVANS.

Ono of the most comprehensive and beautiful displays of quality furnishings at the Stratford Show is that exhibited by E. D. Evans, Stratford’s oldest established furnishing house. All the furniture shown is locally made and there is a fine showing of beautiful carpets and rugs, all within the range of the average person’s pocket. Something artistic as well as useful is presented in the Rotoscillo sewing machine, both treadle and electric models, and tho standard electric vacuum cleaner is a necessity in every household. Both these sewing machines and vacuum cleaners should not be missed by the public and an inspection will convince one of their superiority over other makes.

The attraction of the stand is enhanced by a pretty fumed oak bedroom suite, a Jacobean dining room suite, and a big selection of cushions in beautiful colours. No one should miss paying a visit to this, display, which cannot fail to delight and attract.

NEWTON KING, LTD.

■SEEDS, PRODUCE AND MANURE

The seed, produce and manure exhibit In charge of Mr. R. E. J. Ki veil, is . well worth seeing. It will show farm- I ers what really can be done by using | Sterling 'brand seeds, Sterling brand manures, and well working the ground. These are the three strong links in a chain of events which produce crops of such phenomenal weight, and have carried off the prizes at all the field competitions recently. There is exhibited samples from following winning crops: Mr. C. Cook’s -Gartons Grand Master swedes, grown with Sterling brand Turnip Manure, weight 58 tons to the acre. A crop to be proud of. Mr. Evan Jones, who is at the top or near it annually, at the Toko field competitions, this year winning with Sutton's Prizewinner mangolds, 106 tons to the acre. Sutton’s Matchless White carrots, 52 tons, and Gartons Superlative' swede, 52 tons to the acre. Mr. A. T. Sulzberger, winner of the Lowgarth mangold competitions with 'Sutton’s Prizewinner, 87 tons to the acre. These successes with Sutton's seeds aro not confined to Taranaki, for at last year's Waikato Show, these seeds gained a hundred guinea gold cup a silver cup, and numerous ■other awards and prizes for swedes, mangolds, carrots, etc. Sutton’s mangold cup, open to all.competitors, was won again this year with Sutton’s Prizewinner mangolds, with a crop of 114 tons to the acre. Other samples shown on the stand are Sutton’s Long Red mangolds, from a very fine crop sown by Mr. K. W. Jackson, NgacrO', one of tile heaviest crops grown in the district this year; also from Mr. James Young, Bird Road, Sutton’s Prizewinner mangolds. Although this' crop was not entered for any competition it \s indeed very heavy, probably amongst the heaviest* grown in Taranaki this year. The company have made the exhibit as interesting" as possible 'by showing some of the lines required by farmers, and. Mocked by tho firm, among which we notice New Zealand manufactured Cyclone sheep and pig netting, sheep branding oil, sheep dip, and the special horse, cow and pig foods ground specially in Stratford. There is also a sample of pure green bonedust ground in Stratford, which process gives employment to several men during the season. Fortunately we are informed tho local farmers know tho value of this fertiliser, and the demand is always greater than the supply. Theie is a very fine exhibit of New Zealandarown Sterling tested grass seeds ciovers, the germination of which is guaranteed and purity showing exceedingly l-’lgl’-

A COMPREHENSIVE DISPLAY. PHILLIPS AND SONS, AUCTIONEERS A comprehensive display of fine fuinishings, farm and garden seeds, and fruit, by the well-known firm of Stratford auctioneers, Phillips and Son, is attracting much attention at the Stiatford show. Of particular interest is a very fine heart rimu bedroom suite ot pleasing design, comfortable seagrass ehairs, kitchen chairs, beautiful rugs and carpets and a wide range of cushions in all colours. . Farmers and gardeners should be interested in the big selection of Webster's dependable farm and garden seeds of which this firm carries full stocks, and another section of interest is that of the eating and cooking fruits. Phillips and Sons conduct regular auction sales of fruit at their Stratford mart, their aim being to handle only the best. At the stall full information can be gained of this firm’s programme of sales, etc.

THE INTERNATIONAL HARVESTER.

SIX SPEED SPECIAL TRUCK.

AMAZING PERFORMANCI

Of special interest to farmers who are confronted with hauling problems this six-speed special provides an entirely new type of truck for country roads. Its special characteristics are due to the two-range spiial bevel rear-axle of a new but practical design. This axle permits especially low final reductions but at the same time provides the required speed and the high range. Two a.vlo ratios or ranges with the transmission reductions provide a total of six forward and two reverse speeds. This system of gearing at normal -engine speed provides a range of approximately 40 miles per hour to as low as 3| miles an hour. This provision is made to increase tho power of tho unit by 900 per cent, without any danger of injury to the power plant. This extraordinary machine is on view at the Stratford show. Anyone interested can get further particulars from attendants at the stand who will bo pleased to demonstrate, in a practical way, the abilities of this truck. The company who manufacture this truck have 32 other models, therefore a wide choice is offered to truck users.

FERTILISER DISTRIBUTOR,

The McCormic-k-Deering fertiliser distributor is of a new and practical design, built to distribute accurately all kinds of commercial fertilisers whether damp or dry. It is sturdily constructed, light in draft, and simple to adjust and operate. The hopper is built low, making it convenient to load. Spreading width is 6J feet. The weight is approximately 485 pounds. Regular equipment includes swingletree, etc., for one horse. Divider and windboards can be supplied on special order. Some features arc: — Simple construction; no chains or complicated driving mechanism; light draft, one horse pulls it easily; reciprocating feed plates, thoroughly pulverise-' the lumps—assure accurate distribution; simple lever adjustment, regulates quantity distributed; easy to clean, hopper may be quickly inverted for cleaning.

CREAM' SEPARATORS.

There is a good show of McCormickDeering cream separators, have been tested out in many big factories. There are many important factors involved in the designing and building of

an efficient cream separator bowl: Milk temperatures, butter-fat content of milk skimmed, regulation of cream density, capacity, height, width, weight, speed, angle, and spacing of discs, delivery of milk to bowl and discs, and cream and skim milk outlets. A bowl to give satisfactory service must perform efficiently under varying conditions. It must skim milk from cows long in lactation. It must maintain a uniform cream density under a wide range of temperatures, especially where winter dairying is practised. It must have ample slime space for long, continuous runs without interfering with skimming efficiency. All these features, and every one important, have been incorporated in the Mc-Cormick-Deering for the purpose of providing a cream separator that will skim closer, last longer, operate easier, and provide a profitable daily cash return on the investment.

HARDY SHRUBS AND TREES.

W. PETTIGREW’S NURSERIES.

Delicate pot plants, bcautfiul shrubs and well-grown fruit trees are features of Mr. W. Pettigrew’s nursery display which occupies a prominent position at the show. Mr. Pettigrew, who has had

extensive experience in horticulture, is well known as one of the leading nurserymen in the province. ■ The display at tho show is a particularly striking one, comprising cyclamen and cineraria of very delicate shades, ornamental shrubs, hedge plants and healthy fruit trees. Grown as they are in the coldest part of Taranaki these trees and shrubs are hardy and will do well anywhere. Hedge plants of any description and shelter and forest trees can be supplied in any numbers. In a district such as Taranaki, where shelter is such a necessity on the farms, dairyfarmers cannot do better than secure their shelter trees from a nursery that handles only proved stock which has survived the rigours or the cold seasons and is therefore .bound to do well anywhere. Orders sent to W. Pettigrew, Nurseries, Regan Street, Stratford, will be promptly attended to.

LITE-WURK FLOOR POLISHES. People who polish floors and linoleums will welcome any instrument which will make this daily necessity easier and quicker. The Lite-Wurk Floor Polisher carries, applies and polishes any wax. The advantage of using a “Lite-Wurk” is that it. carries everything for the job and takes the place of a mop. People aro quick to notice the attractive appearance of the “Lite-Wurk.” Instead of washing the polishing part a loose cover can be washed and fitted on in a second. This instrument is a British patent, strong, clean, neat, light, washable and guaranteed. It does not work by electricity, a simple thing yet very i useful at a small price, and these details | are the reason of its popularity. See it for yourself at the show.

LEADERS IN MOTOR CYCLES,

LIGIITBAND AND WANN’S SHOW. The leaders in the motor-cycle world aro featured in a striking display at the entrance to the winter show buildings by Messrs. Lightband and Wann, of Stratford, New Plymouth and Hawera. On this stand aro the latest model Norton, Triumph, 8.5. A., New Hudson, and Indian motor-cycles, all powerful and dependable models which have been proved both on the road and on the race track. First is a striking model of the recordbreaking Norton fitted with improved saddle tank of large capacity, twowheel brakes and every known requirement, a machine anyone would be pleased to own.

Next is an attractive B.S.A. cyclo, a powerful machine which is the last word in motor-cycle efficiency, and comprising a special lubricating system, latest B.S.A. front fork shock absorber and improving braking facilities. One of England’s leading motor-cycles is the Triumph equipped with an exceptionally strong new design frame, saddle tank and Triumph spring forks. There is a new departure in the colour of the tank which adds considerably to the striking appearance of the machine. An extraordinarily high mileage per gallon of petrol is assured with this model.

Another motor-cycle of proved performance is tho New Hudson, which compares more than favourably with any other medium-weight machine and combines all up-to-date equipment. The famous Indian motor-cycles are represented by the latest model which is a credit to tho Indian engineering shops, being ahead of. most other makes as a heavy, sturdy machine possessing unlimited power. To anyone interested in motor-cycles' a visit to this stand will prove most interesting and it would be difficult to find a better collection of models to choose from.

SEWING BY ELECTRICITY.

It is now possible to sew by electrically powered sewing machines, thanks to the initiative and ingenuity of the Singer Sewing Machine Co., who are making a strong feature of electrical goods at their stand at tho Winter Show. A visit to the Singer stand will be most interesting for not only the ladies but also the men, and the company's representatives at the stand will be pleased to demonstrate and explain tho wonderful advantages of this latest method of sewing. There is a wide range of all tho latest machines on view, one a masterpiece of engineering skill. Mr. W. Davis is tho Stratford representative.

BRITISH FARM IMPLEMENTS.

DISPLAY BY REID AND GRAY.

“Buy British” is a slogan that could well be followed by every man, woman and child in the Dominion. Buy from the countries which take our butter and cheese. There is always the duty to buy New Zealand-made goods first, but after that comes the duty to purchase from the Old Country and the sister Dominions; This is a policy that the oldestablished and favourably-known firm of Reid and Gray has adopted for the past 60 years. Every implement required on the farm that can be economically manufactured in New Zealand is made by this firm and those that cannot are imported from England, the market whence the New Zealand farmer gets his money. Bamford harvesting machinery is known to practically every farmer in Great Britain, and these machines have already made a reputation for themselves in Taranaki, the price comparing favourably with any foreign article. At their stand at the Stratford show Reid and Gray are represented by the double-drive top-dresser, Bamford’s latest spiral bevel-geared mower, and something altogether new in the way of tripod harrows with reversible and renewable steel teeth, solving an everpresent problem with ordinary harrows. The points of these harrows can be easily re-sharpened by removing the teeth, which can also ba renewed whenever necessary. The harrows are remarkably flexible and are ideal for pastoral lands. A visit to Reid and Gray’s stand will well repay every farmer, to whom the remarkable claims of these implements will bo at once evident.

DID YOU HEAR?

COOPER’S -WIRELESS SETS. Did you hear the Prime Minister, the Hon. J. G. Coates, Mr. 11. Holland and other members of Parliament who visited the earthquake-istricken area giving their vivid experiences of the disaster? Did you hoar the Lower Hutt Choral Society give their splendid initial production for the season —an overwhelming success? Did you hear the magnificent concert given by the band of the cruiser Emden in the Wellington Town Hall in aid of the earthquake fund? You did not! ! ! Well, that is your fault. Y T ou could have heard all these through one of Cooper’s wireless receivers in the same manner in which the microphone received it. Don’t let the world’s doings pass you by, come in and consult us. 11. T. Cooper, the ironmonger, Stratford.