NEWS AND NOTES

Timaru Herald, Volume XCVIII, Issue 18084, 29 May 1923, Page 2

NEWS AND NOTES

Strychnine Crystals, for Poisoning Rabbits. —L. B. James, chemist, Timaru. has just landed a supply of strychnine in one ounce bottles. Price per ounce 7s 6d. Special quotations for larger quantities.—L. B. James, Prescription Chemist, Timaru. ...

Dainty hand-made lace D Oyleys at Is lid each, showing at “The Louvre” to-day. ...

A special announcement on page 7 re a big purchase of D. and A. Corsets; over OUU pairs, which means a big saving to every lady buying corsets at “The Louvre....

John Edmond are now showing, at their warehouse Sophia Street, a complete stobk of Messrs Scott Bros.’ weiiknown ranges, destructors, and gas stoves, and will be pleased to have a visit irom those interested m building. Spare parts of Messrs Scott Uros. ranges are always kept in stock. ...

Nearing the end. The Fugi silk at 4s 6cl a yard will soon be all gone. Secure your share at “The Louvre” today. ...

If it’s “Hosiery” buy it at “The Louvre.” ...

‘A euchre party and dance will be held in the Parish Hall, Fairlie, on Wednesday evening, in aid of St. Stephen’s Guild.

Thomas Ashley, a prominent antivaecinutor, ox Clowne, Derbyshire, where there are eignty cases of smallpox, has been removed to hospital suffering from .the disease. Tins statement wits made at (Jiowne Police Court when he was summoned for alleged failure to notify a case in his house.

As a newly-married couple were leaving the registry office at jjotgeliy (England), the “predominant partner” was startled to hoar a stentorian voice proclaiming, “Beware of the Bride.” It was the town crier, announcing - a cinema performance under that title. i t The first bride to wear a white silk wedding dress was Queen Mary Stuart. She introduced the fashion in 1558, when she married Francis 11. of France, and wore a dress of white brocade, over wliicli however, she donned a Court mantle of Persian bluei velvet, which was held up by two pages. For some time the white robe was favoured only by brides of high rank, and it was not until the end of the seventeenth century that it became at all usual at weddings.

For ’ Football Fixtures —Referees; you want a sweater. O’Rourke’s are showing cream sweaters at 12s fid. For players: What aoout knickers at 5s lid, football hose 4s lid? To look on at a match you must have a warm overcoat. O’Rourke’s can do the trick from 49s 6d. Fair play in business, as in football. The best prices win.— O’Rourke’s, the Sportsman’s Outfitters, 184 Stafford Street.

Take particular.notice of the values showing in the windows at “The Louvre” to-day. ...

McGRUER DAVIES AND CO. Extra special from the Dress Department for Cosy Winter Coats and Frocks. . . , , 56iu. Velour Coatings —all wool, and heavy quality, new shades of navy, nigger, fawn, kingfisher, saxe, marone, jade, wonderful value, only 9s lid a yard. ~ 42in. Donegal Tweeds, great wearing, seven different patterns to choose from, only 4s lid yard. 42in. Dress Tweeds, a nice quality tweed for warm dresses,and children’s school frocks, iii navy, brown, fawn, saxe, grey, mole, kingfisher, et., only 3s lid.

Special Purchase 500 yards 56in. All Wool. Serge, nice soft quality for costumes, frocks, skirts, etc., latest shadings of nigger, saxe, fawn, cream, grey, mole, black, navy, only 8s lid. Call in and inspect these goods or write for samples'. McGRUER DAVIES AND CO.

Are you particular as regards your appearance, Mr Man? If not, then you should be. The secret of a welldressed appearance, and a satisfied well-groomed reeling is your morning shave, hair cut and general trim up. Go to Rowland AY'atson’s Saloon, Staiford Street, near Bay. You get there the service that counts. ....

A pipe is a man’s best friend, so sa.vetn the sage. But what about the tobacco to burn in it. “Hard A Port” the finest leaf American aromatic tobacco. is a cool, soothing and most enjjoyable smoke. It costs only Vs 9d for a lib bar of 5 piugs. if you are a cigarette smoker, tlie famous American cigarette, Southland brand is .certain to suit your taste. Fragrant and satisfying. E. Firkin, The Leading Tobacconist, Stafford Street, next Excelsior Hotel. ...

Yes, a delightful sense of cleanliness and harmony permeates the atmosphere where “NO-RUBBLNG” Laundry Help controls the washing. 11. Wilson and Co., Ltd., wholesale distributors.

The manager of the Stafford Tea Rooms (Mr R. Nicol) announces that he has taken over the “Wentworth,” and that he intends to run it on the same up-to-date lines as he now runs the Stafford. Besides maintaining the high-quality luncheon and cooked tea menus, lie will also make a specialty of morning and afternoon teas. In respect to the latter patrons will be pleased to hear 1 that they will be identical with the morning and afternoqn teas served at the “Stafford,” all the goods being home made. This new departure of Mr Nicoll’s is sure to be popular and a success. . .

W. Blyth and Co. have just landed another big consignment of timber, including 40,U00 feet fit for rough sheds, fowl houses, pig styes, etc. Anyone interested should make an early inspection.

No time like the present is a necessary piece of advice in most cases, and very particularly it applies to boot buying. Hannah’s immense sto.ck has just undergone a 20 per cent, reduction/ and no where can shoe leather, of equal value, be bought at the same price. Is discount on all cash purchases. Timaru ancl most towns. ...

While visiting a patient at Hayesfieltl Park, Bath, Dr Richard Carter collapsed and died before another medical man could come to his aid. This tragic occurrence was like another at Lincoln ni March 1, when Dr Beattie McFai'. . .rent to a patient’s bedside and v. a. to write a prescription when . . seized with illness and died.

A complimentary social was tendered to Miss Amy Sherratt and Mr F. Neutze in the Methodist Schoolroom, Geraldine, last Thursday evening, the large atteridancei showing the popularity of the two young people. During the evening, Mr Featiierston, on behalf of the congregation, presented the young couple with a handsome clock and a silver-mounted cake dish. Miss Logan, on behalf of the young people, presented Miss Sherratt with a large collection of kitchen utensils. Speeches were also made by Messrs Sutherland, Vaughan, and Wallach. Special references were made to the good work done by Miss Sherratt, who has been a Sunday School teacher for six years, and an active choir member for tern years, and helper in every branch Of church work. Mr Neutze suitably - responded. An enjoyable evening was spent in games, etc. Musical items were given the South, Logan, M. Sherratt and Cliff, and Messrs Logan and Barber. A dainty supper was served by the Young Ladies’ Guild. On' Sunday afternoon the Sunday School scholars, gave Miss Sherratt a volume of Tennyson’s Poems as a token of esteem.

By order of the Public Trustee in the estate of Ernest George Preen, deceased, H. Allchurch and Co. held a property sale at the Rialto, on Saturday morning. The first property submitted was a five-roomed residence in Cra igie Avenue. Bidding commenced at £4OO and quickly.rose to £660 at which pries the property was knocked down under the hammer. The second • property was a four-roomed residence in Bank St., which was passed in at £370, but a sale was effected after the auction at the reserve price. The third property offered was a five-roomed residence in Bank Street. This was passed in at £350. The two sections offered were both passed in. A property on account of Mi's M. Hobbs was submitted to auction. For this.property there was no bid.

On Friday afternoon a pleasant tiiffe was spent at Blueelilfs, when Miss Chisholm and school children gave a farewell- party to the Calder boys, who are shortly leaving the district. Presentations were made by John Collier, Laurie Howard, and Joan Beattie. On behalf of the people of the district Alice Cocks .presented Nancy Calder—-an expupil—with a suit case. Mrs Calder, in a few well-chosen words, thanked the children. After musical games a dainty afternoon tea was handed round by tlie girls. The singing of “Aiikl Lang Syne” and cheers for Mrs Calder and children brought a most enjoyable • afternoon_to a close. During the afternoon musical items were given bv Miss Hendry Colher (2), Sandra Chisholm, Molhe Collier (recitation), and Chisholm (song).

See .the display of Gouda Chinaware in side window of A. Fraser, Jeweller. Made.in Holland. Artistic capticating. Sec ware in plaques, candlesticks, vases, in floral, kiwi and tui designs. ...

within?,. I* 1 ? 16 set into touch “Ha „i!l ' Jviend a pair of Ti/H* i" m r d i e . waterproof boots. W at SP e o di , d boots are ma de of the unrl-,/' 0 ' 2 J l eatllGl ' b T N ew Zealand uoikmen, and are handed to vou at than ymi can look at elsewneie. See our price news, and remember that we give Is in 20s discount on cash purchases. But your Boots at HANNAH’S. Timaru. J bouiufllrf™ W ° ollen leather h a ha, “ im’ m grey ’ broWll and heuthei J S lid a pair at “Tno Eouvre.” ....

The _ interest is still keen in bouter s price-smashing sale of Slater’s assigned stock of JffgS class footwear for e ?f ed ,- stock ' vas purchased foi Ks /d m the £, and tiffs big saving is being passed on to the public in tins the greatest sale of footwear ever known m South Canterbury. Doors will open at 9 a.m. sharp, at the North End store (Stafford- Street North) and Cookham House (Stafford Street bouth) and everyone should make a point of shopping straight away, as early buying affords the widest choice.

A TOUCH OF THE “BLUES.” lhe tedious winter is taking its toll on ,the system—any winter colight or cold if neglected may develop into iiifluenza or something even more serious ijebro” Influenza Remedy should be taken at tlie first signs or influenza—it acts quickly and surely, relieving all aches and pains, and speedily restores the system to normal. Delay is dangerous. Get a 2s fid bottle to-day from E. C. Ayres, M.P.S., 73 Stafford Street, Timarn.

NO MORE COUGHS OR COLDS. A resident of Caroline Bay stated the other day that the cold weather never gave him a cough or cold now. On inquiring the reason ho replied: “Ayres’ Cough Balm is the reason.” This splendid remedy is in great demand this season—you should have a bottle in your home; ot acts so speedily and gives wonderful relief to the most stubborn coughs. Get a2s 6d bottle to-day from Mr E. C. Ayres, M.P.S., 73 Stafford Street South, Timaru.

A SPLENDID WINTER TONIC. Many people have derived incalculable benefit from Ayres’ Medicated Port Quinine Wine. Try it this winter — you’ll find it invaluable for building up the system, promoting appetite, and strengthening the nerves. Call and get a 4s bottle to-day from the manufacturer, Mr E. G. Ayres, M.P.S., 78 Stafford Street South, Timaru.

A MATTER OF TASTE. Tho secret of delicious cakes lies in using “Cathedral” Brand Essences. Pure, highly concentrated, economical. May be had in following flavours: — Essence of Almonds, Aniseed, Black Currant, Cinnamon, Ginger, Cloves, Lemon, Orange, Pineapple, Peppermint, Rose, Raspberry, Strawberry, Vanilla. Also Carmine and Cochineal colourings. All grocers.