NEWS AND NOTES.

Timaru Herald, Volume XCVIII, Issue 18084, 25 June 1924, Page 2

NEWS AND NOTES.

Cheesemaking in the South Island is nearly over for the season, but there is still a little coming into the cool stores from Otago and Southland. It is probable that tlic stores will all be cleared by the end of July. H. Allchurch and Co. will sell al The Rialto, at 1.30 to-day, on account of a client, household furniture and effects. Details will be seen in the auction column. . . It was stated at the annual meeting of the Auckland • Poultry-keepers’ Association that the cost of feed during the past year, was approximately 19s per bird, while the egg value was 1/1 8s sd, or a gross profit of 9s sd, as against 7s 6d, 8s 7d, 12s 9d, and 14s 4d for the four previous tests back ro 1919-1920. An application for a license to sell fruit in the streets of Invercargill was received from a Hindu at a meeting of tlio Town Council (states the Times), but it received very scant consideration at. the hands of the councillors, who were unanimously agreed that tire necessity did not exist for the introduction of street stalls in Invercargill. A Napier police official remarked, recently, in connection with recent attempts to break into shop windows, that the flimsy fastenings to many of the display cases invited trouble, while there was the additional encouragement in .many instances. of .a dark alcove, in .which; .the nefarious work could .be done in comparative safety. The locks on most of the windows, lie stated, were not much more than toys', and he claimed to have demonstrated to several retailers that he could open their windows with a knife blade ho larger than a hail file. See the window display of ladies’ woollen costumes,; jumpers, and coats ; at our sale 1 prices; also, wool scarfs, from 3s llcUat “The Louvre.’’ ... •

The occupants of a second-class car 011 the 4 p.m. Auckland-Frankton train last evening , were treated' to a little free entertainment when two gentlemen of divergent views apparently, decided to-settle their difficulties in the good old orthodox manner .-to the accompaniment (it is stated) of a somewhat uncomplimentary wordy warfare. Quickly word fan through the train that-something • unusual was taking, place, and many , passengers -of an inquiring turn of mind hurried to the scene; -The- argument, .-however* was soon stopped by the guard, and on arrival at Huntly one of the principals was escorted from the station in -the fatherly embrace ?g6f a/ village/police’/ man. - What happened/- to /"the other could mot be ascertained-. Evidently ho lememberedv’ih 'time ; the.;’>old adage about discretion being- the better part, and was content to hide his light under the proverbial bushel. /;; The Louvre- Sale now in full swing. 36 ladies white , flannelette nightdresses, silk embroidered, to clear at 6s lid. / each. . : • ■ Mah. Jongg; the ancient , Chinese game; now • rapidly- superseding bridge in England. Can lie procured from P. W. Hutton and Co. Everyone will eventually play this fascinating game. So why not procure your set now. ... Keep your feet , warm. Buy a pail ef Arctic felt- budkle ' boots, leather soles, for 6s 6d a pair, irom Souter’s ousy boot stores. Also stocked in children’s sizes from 3s 6d a pair. 20U0 pairs to select from. ...

COLDS AND INFLUENZA SPEED ILY- CUBED. The tedious winter is taking its toll on the system—any minor cough 01 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; -and speedily ; ..restores the system to normal. .Delay is dangerous. Get a 2s,Cd 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, reduced to 3s 6d ; cami spencers at 2s Gd, 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 Dd; "men’s split siiooters, kip, 16s 9d; boys’ 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 dd; ladies’ glace shoes, 14s 9d. You buy better at-Hannah’s. ...

A Taranaki farmer who has been in search of a new strain for liis purebred Jersey herd at the Palmerston sale, remarked upoii .the average annual revenue per cow which he said was £29. He says, however, that- lie owns a purebred Persian cat- which has yielded a net revenue for the sale of its progeny equal to that of his best milker—£33 in one season. Some of this, ha adds, must be credited to the fact that his cats 'live upon. Jersey milk, which is the secret of their selling value. The Accountant Students’ Society will meet in the C.F.C.A .board room on Monday next. Special attractions at “The Louvre” sale to-day.—soU pairs of ladies corsets, in all makes, quite one-third less than ordinary price. ... The concert to be held in St. Patrick’s Hall, to-night, under the auspices of the Hibernian Society, promises to be a musical treat. ' The chorus singing by pupils of the girls’ and boys’ schools should prove very enjoyable items. The committee has arranged, a splendid programme of national songs, instrumental and elocutionary items, and dances, to commence at 8 o’clock sharp.

• R. Knox and Co., Pleasant Point, announce the commencement to-day of their great winter sale. Sweeping reductions have been made throughout all departments, and every article has been reduced regardless of cost. As they have only been a short time in business, all goods are new, of the very best quality in advanced styles aqd shades, and during the sale peridd keen buyers are afforded a unique opportunity to purchase their winter wants at a big saving. . ~ The Crown Clothing Co.’s special stocktaking; sale, which is now proceeding, offers the menfolk of South Canterbury a unique opportunity to clothe themselves well at a handsom/j saving. Since the sale commenced ready-to-wear suits have found an unprecedented demand, and only a few are left to be cleared at 63s and ■B4s. Tweeds and finest English worsteds are quoted at a figure equal to pre-war, and are the cheapest for. quality seen in Timaru for years. See the Crown Clothing Co.’s special show window and judge for yourself the genune values offering. .. There are at present two styles of writing in'' the primary schools—the cursive, which has been used for many years past, and the new system known as printscript. The latter system was strongly advocated at the last meeting of the Wanganui Education Board by the- senior inspector., Mr W. G. Garrard. Somo of the. points in favour of printscript claimed were: Children could learn reading, and writing at the same time; more accurate spelling is attained; the system is moro quickly mastered; less Tension on thumb muscles; high degree, of speed; print writing .ddveloped as many characteristics of Style as' pupils'-who learned the other system. Summing up, the senior inspector urged the use of printscript for ' the ;; primer and standard one classes, but suggested that in the standard classes it should not oust writing' altogether-. - • NO MO r E COUGHS OR COLDS. A resident of Timaru stated the other day that the cold weather never gave him a cough or cold now. 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 a 2s 6r) bottle to-dav from E. C. Ayres. M. P.S , 73 Stafford Street South, Timaru. ... Scott Bros., Christchurch have added ! to their line of hot-water heaters a : new destructor which for heating power and economy of fuel is unsurpassed. Those who have.used it express them-.' selves as highly-delighted with the re- ; suit obtained. This destructor may bo 6een at the showroom of Messrs John Edmond, Ltd. ,Sophia Street., who 1 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 fine up-to-date 1 selection of tile surroundings, mantlepieces, gas stoves, etc., and a visit of inspection will amply repay anyono contemplating building.... ‘ > BUILD UP THE SYSTEM AGAINST INFLUENZA. ; Ferovin Beef Iron and Wine is an | ideal specific for building up the sys ■ ; tem and warding: oil' coughs; colds, in- : fluenza and kindred complaints. Pro 1 pared from pre-digested beef, invalid J port, and easily assimilated iron, it is < rich in nourishment, quickly revitalises 1 the blood, promotes digestion and | strengthens the nerves. Price 4s Gd a 1 bottle. Obtainable from 14 C. Ayres, i M.P S., Chemist, 73 Stafford Street, 1 South, Timaru. ... ]

The rehearsal of “Les Cloches de Corneville,” arranged for to-night, has been cancelled. Webb and Bruce advertise a firstclass assortment of choice and cheap houses. .. This day at 12.30 p.m. sharp, at 31 Queen Street, Haynes, Oakey and Co. hold a complete furniture clearing sale on account of Mr R. Calvert. The opening of the new hall of the St. Petty’s Church, Kensington, will take place on Monday next, with a dance, cards, and musical items. The music will be supplied by Miss Dewar’s orchestra, and supper will be provided. The function will commence at S p.m. J. E. Reid’s annual mid-winter boot sale commences to-day, with a special announcement in the wanted page of this issue. Iffie whole stlick has been 3ublSiitted to the price-cut-ting pencil, and unprecedented bargains reign throughout the whole stock to suit men, women and children. One address: J. E. Reid (few doors north Grand Pictures).

Now is your opportunity. All silk goods at just the prices you want to pay. Visit W. Kee, silk merchant, now showing at George Street, next Death, Ltd. Display only for a few weeks. Don’t miss this opportunity... The seventh festival of the Wellington Competitions Society will be held from August 23rd to September 13th. Entries for all classes will close on Tuesday next, July Ist. The judges will be: Vocal, Mr E. Bonnett North (Sydney); Instrumental, Mr Robert Parker (Wellington); elocution, Mr John H. Hopkins (Melbourne); dancing, Miss M. Vyner (Christchurch). Still they come! Markedly superior goods at reduced prices at Thomson’s. Vedonis long-shaped cream wool vests, women’s 6s Oa. O.S. 6s lid; bodices about same. Bag frames 2s 9d; axminster and tapestry carpets, last mentioned marl design, 27in. 6s 6d; knitting silks—champagne, leather, black, white ana scarce shades; esplanade silk skeins, Is 4£d dozen skeins.' Hosiery wools; satin de luxe—kingfisher, etc., Is 6d, Is lid; navy cardigans 11s 9d, 19s 6d; childs’ gloves, good Is 13d; coatfrocks, knitted costumes 37s 6d to 85s; velour coats 37s 6d up; special fur stole 3 and coats—real silky furs, also seal plush. For everyday low prices see south window. Quality and values. Domestic good flannelettes, blankets, flannels, casements, quilts, mattings, carpet ends 7s 6d; grey union shirtings for boys Is 7Jd, Is lid. Nice dress material 2s 4Jd, double width, for misses’; all wool 28iu., 2s 7Jd kingfisher, brown, navy/, grey. .. Apparently some of the Chinese fruit vendors find it difficult to stand ‘P against competition in Wanganui. One ol : them, who closed his doors this week, wrote to a creditor to whom 1 e owed upwards of £2O, stating that lie was sorry that lie could not pay, but at the present time he did not intend to seek the protection of the Bankruptcy Court. “But that nice, friendly-disposed letter doesn’t pay m.y account,” remarked the creditor to a Press representative. 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 it- I self 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 j novels have been specially indented for winter reading, 1924, and are not tho residue of depleted book sKelves. At Alston’s the book providers, cheap, next Grand Pictures. '... Now that we are getting colder weather you will need to attend to vour requirements in the way of eiderdown 1 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 25s 6d. Juto hearth-rugs for kitchon wear from 10s 6d eaoh, reversible jute hearth rugs in all colours from 19s lid. All wool reversible hearth rugs, all gc:d designs and colours from 23s 6d. Reveisible 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. Those goods have been very heavily reduced as we require the room for new goods j arriving. We invite you to visit our 1 store, and inspect these. McGruer,' Davies, and Co. '