NEWS AND NOTES.

Timaru Herald, Volume XCVIII, Issue 18084, 24 June 1924, Page 2

NEWS AND NOTES.

The amount of electricity used in Italy has more than doubled during the past ten years, rising from 1,961.000 kilowatt hours. (Most of this electricity is produced by water power. Owing to a slip in the report of the Coal and Blanket .Fund concert, the name of the organiser inadvertently appeared as Mr J. L. Mansell, instead of Mrs J. L. Mansell. See the window display of ladies’ woollen costumes, jumpers, and coats; at our sale prices; also wool scarfs, from 3s lid at “The Louvre.” ... H. Allchurch and Co. draw attention of buyers to their change of advertisement in this issue. ... The Louvre Sale now in full swing. 36 ladies white flannelette nightdresses, silk embroidered, to clear at 6s lid. each. ... To-morrow, at 31 Queen Street, commencing at 12.30, Haynes, Oakeyand Co., hold a ■ furniture clearing sale on account of. Mr R. Calvert. This day at 1.30, at 19 Craigie Avenue, Haynes, Oakey and Co. sell new household furniture on account of Mr H. Belshavr. The annual social and dance of the Timaru Defence Rifle Club will be held in the Unitarian Hall at 7.45 p.m. on Wednesday. _ A railway carriage window on the New Plymouth express, accidentally by a lady while lifting her bag from the rack, was a source of amusement to the passengers. Deftly drawing the blind the lady and the mishap • both escaped notice of the guards tor a hundred miles. When discovered at Marton, the passengers were closely questioned, but no one could remember who did the damage until the lady pulled out her purse and asked “how much?” To-night at 8 p.m., in the Wentworth, Mr Pike will speak on “Modern Physical Culture,” and will explain the benefits to be derived from the most modern system of exercising. Ladies and gentlemen, interested in the problem of how to keep fit are invited to be present. ... Under the- guidance of a leading firm in one of our centres, a working model of an “improved measuring and fitting apparatus,” invented by * Miss Florence Jones, daughter of C. B. Jones, “Willowbrook,” Fairlie, was despatched to Messrs Onlev, Awsden and Co. Ltd., London. This is the first attempt at the expansion of the ordinary dressmakers’ inch tape. “The Faii-Lea.” (Patent registered). ...

Mah Jongg; the ancient Chinese game; now rapidly superseding bridge in England. Can be procured from P. \V. Hutton and Co. Everyone will eventually play this fascinating game. So why not procure your set now. ... Keep your feet warm. Buy a paii ef Arctic felt buckle boots, leather soles, for 6s 6d a pair, from Souter’s Dusy boci stores. Also stocked in children’s sizes from 3s 6d a pair.20(10 pairs to select from. ... COLDS AND INFLUENZA SPEED ILY CURED. The tedious winter is taking its toll on the system—any minor cough oi cold, if neglected, may develop into in fluenza or something even more serious. “Febro” influenza remedy should be taken at the first signs of cold —it acts quickly and surely, relieving all aches and pains, aud speedily restores tlio system to normal. j Delay is dangerous. Get a 2s 6d bottle to-day from E. C Ayres, M.P.S., 73 Stafford Street, Ti maru. ... 400 pairs ladies’ strong suspenders, Is 9d quality for Is a pair at “The Louvre” sale. ... Wonderful singlet values, at 2s lid, 3s lid, and 4s lid, in large sizes; pure wool singlets, large size, induced to 3s 6d; cami spencers at 2s 6d, 3s lid, 4s lid, and 5s lid at "The Louvre” sale. ... Hannah’s new factory prices have caused a real thrill. Men’s chrome boots 15s 9d; men s split pegged boots 15s 9d ; men’s split shooters, kip, 16s 9d; bovs’ chrome school boots, size 7 to 10, ‘9s 6d; 11 to 1,11 s 6d; 2to 3,14 s 6d; 4to 5,15 s 6d; men's bluchers, nailed or plain soles, 10s 6d; ladies’ glace shoes, 14s 9d. You buy better at Hannah’s. ...

There was a time, not so long since when good reading was dear, and even to-day it is hard to obtain a good novel without paying the price. However, an opportunity now presents itself at Alston’s to obtain the choice of 200 authors, cloth bound, good print, comprising the cream of the world’s leaders in the realm of fiction, at Is 3d each, or 3 for 3s. These novels have been specially' indented for winter reading, 1924, and are not the residue of depleted book shelves. At Alston’s the book providers, cheap, next Grand Pictures. ... Scott Bros., Christchurch have added to their line of liot-water heaters a new destructor which for heating power and economy of fuei is unsurpassed. Those who have used it express themEelves as highly delighted with the result obtained. This destructor may be seen at the showroom of Messrs John Edmond, Ltd. ,Sophia Street., woo will be pleased to give further particulars. Messrs John Edmond Ltd., are agents for the well known Scott’s Ranges and carry a full stock of spare parts. They also have a lino up-to-dato selection of tile surroundings, mantlepieces, gas stoves, etc., and a visit of inspection will amply 7 repay anyone contemplating building..., BUILD UP THE SYSTEM AGAINST INFLUENZA. Ferovin Beef Iron and AA’ine is an ideal specific for building up the sys tent and warding off coughs, colds, influenza and kindred complaints. Pro pared from pre-digested beef, invalid port, and easily assimilated iron, it is rich in nourishment, quickly revitalises the blood, promotes digosiion and strengthens the nerves. Price 4s 6d a bottle. Obtainable from E. C. Ayres, M.P.S., Chemist, 73 Stafford Street, South, Timaru. ... Now that we are getting colder weather you will need to attend to vour requirements in the way of eiderdown quilts and cosy hearth-ruge, for all kinds of rooms. A nice assortment of tapestry rugs to suit all rooms from 17s 6d each. Liskurl rugs in all shades from 25 s 6d. Jute hearth-rugs for kitchen wear from 10s 6d each, reversible jute hearth rugs in all colours from 19s lid. All wool reversible hearth rugs, all good designs and colours from 23s 6d. Reversible all wool sofa and corridor rugs from 69s 6d each. Tapestry sofa squares from 32s 6d each. Just'a few left of Wilton hall rugs from 99s 6d each, all good serviceable colours.. Also a few Wilton carpet squares. These goods have been very heavily reduced as we require the room for new goods arriving. We invite you to visit our store, and inspect these. McGruor, Davies, aud Co. ...

The first sermon broadcasted from a New Zealand pulpit was sent out from the Auckland Tabernacle by Station 1 YU, the experiment proving very successful. Air B-. A. James of Aubrey Street, Whangarei, listeued-in to the sermon, viiicli was clearly heard. To-day H. Allchurch and Co. will sell at their rooms, the Rialto, household furniture. “The economic loss attributed to the decay and destruction oi timber by fungoid and insect attack amounts to .€1,000,000 per annum in buildings already constructed,’' reported committee “C” to the Building Conference in Wellington. The departmental viewafter experiments, was that to combat the alarming increase in the depredations of these pests concerted action by saw-millers, timber merchants, builders.. owners, and local and Government authority was required. The committee mentioned that in 1 his connection the experience of ine member was that treatment by patent gas had had satisfactory results.

Special attractions at "The Louvre” sale to-day.—soo pairs of ladies coi'sets, in all makes, quite one-third less than ordinary price. ...

Persons suffering from corns and ingrowing toenails will read with interest Mr Walker’s announcement on page 1. Mr Walker, an expert chiropodist, guarantees sufferers immediate and absolutely painless relief. He has already brought permanent relief to many people in South Canterbury, and the testimonials he has received from patients bear out the efficiency of his treatment. Consultations by appointment at his address, 15 Matilda Street, Timaru. ...

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

“Hail season of mists and maladies.” —Anon. The approach of the cold days makes necessary the need for protection against chills, and influenza. A bottle of Baxter’s Lung Preserver is your best health insurance against all such chest, throat and lung troubles. “Baxter’s” is rich, warming, penetrative, dependable. A grand tonic, too. Generous-siaed bourn, its uu, family size, 4s 6d. Chemists and stores, .CHILBLAINS CAN BE CURED.

That is.good news to those-who have endured agony as each winter conies. k few applications of the “Ideal” Chilblain Cone will quickly banish your misery. It is a simple preparation, easily applied and will not injure the skin. All chemists or stores at Is 6d. Mone genuine without Diamond and Q on label. Wiseman and McKissock, wholesale agents, Dunedin.