Around the Shops

Taranaki Daily News, 16 November 1935, Page 14 (Supplement)

Around the Shops

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-'liiHiiiiififiniittitiiiiiiiitiiiiiiiitiiiiiiiiitiiiiiiitniiiiinitiiiitiiv Carpets and carpets and still more carpets, and selling at such low prices at Wholesale Sample Rooms. The newest shipment js of Indian carpets which show in some of the most attractive designs and colourings. These carpets are something special, and as they have been landed at a 20 per cent, discount they are to be passed on to the public at landed cost. Now isn’t that good news? Those who do not know about Wholesale Sample Rooms, Hookers Buildings, Egmont Street, are missing ever so many bargains, for everything for the housewife is sold here at wholesale prices and this means great savings. Try them for silks too! They have a wonderfully large range of new season’s silks just opened. ««* . . • Sunshine! Sunshine! How delightful to be able to put on our. pretty little spring frocks and enjoy the warmer days. Which reminds me that George and Doughty have just opened some de-' lightfully smart frocks suitable for any occasion. For race or semi-evenlng wear, they are displaying some right up to the minute frocks of georgette which feature all the newest in styles and trimmings, and are complete with well cut underskirts of suedette. They are most moderately priced at 39s 6d. For sports wear are semi-tailored frocks in linens, silks and sponge cloth, cut and finished to appeal to the fashionable woman, at a price which defies competition. Remember, George and Doughty’s upstairs showroom. 4t« if # ♦ Have you been to see the eight furnished rooms at Pursers Ltd? There can be no doubt that those about to furnish should make a point of inspecting them as they depict the very latest in modern furnishings. Not only are they furnished but all the little incidentals which go to make a room attractive are displayed- A feature of the bedrooms is the beautiful bedspreads displayed. No matter how plainly your room may be furnished if ' you have one of the new quilts on the bed it does make a difference. Pursers are showing a large range of satin, repp, and silk poplin spreads which feature all the newest ruchings, and trimmings. Brighten up your room by buying one of these smart quilts from Pursers Ltd. « * # * Not everyone knows that it is possible to have the Devon Tearooms tor private luncheon parties, Sliding doors enable you to have portion (according to the size of your party) shut off from the general public thus ensuring your guests of absolute privacy. No matter how large or small your luncheon or bridge party may be the Devon will cater for it Bs n nly the Devon knows how to do. A feature of these tearooms is the attractive menu which is always offering. Delicious dinners, morning and afternoon teas are served daily amidst delightful surroundings, Everything in connection with the Devon is run on most hygienic lines; the kitchen itself all that a modern kitchen should be is equipped with everything possible for a perfect service for patrons. # ♦ # » Do not wait until the last moment to buy all those little gifts. Corrigalls are displaying hordes, of most attractive novelties which wouK make appealing little presents, Books are always appreciable and Corrigalls have all the newest available on show. Order your copy of “The Little Country”, by John Guthrie. For your friends overseas why not a Christmas number, There are ever so many to choose from, including Bretts, Auckland Weekly News, Tui’s Annual, Free Lance. Or perhaps you have not yet got in your supply of Xmas cards, If not you will find a delightful range awaiting you? inspection at Corrigalls, Book Store, near Melbourne corner.