NEWS AND NOTES.

Timaru Herald, Volume XCVIII, Issue 18084, 27 June 1924, Page 2

NEWS AND NOTES.

An interesting topic discussed by delegates to the recent timber conference was that of wall coverings ior lesidenees. One who was present at the conference expressed the opinion that it was possible a revolution in wall coverings would be brought abo.ut in the course of a very litv-lo while. The idea is to prevent the cse of scrim, which is considered insanitary and in the long run, expensive. Plaster walls are favoured. On July 12th,. at Waimate, Pyne Gould, Guinness, Ltd, will offer the Akaroa High School Board lease, containing 184 acres. W. Parkinson and Co., of Auckland, are getting on with the construction of the Soldiers’ Memorial for Timaru. All the carving and stone cutting will be done in Auckland, and the stone will then be sent by boat to Timtiru, when it will be erected by IV. J. Harding and Co., to whom a sub-con-tract was let yesterday, for the work of erection. Eggs are cheaper this week in the Dunedin district. A drop ol 9d per dozen is reported from the wholesale marts, the price now being 2s for the first grade. The merchants say that it is the usual seasonal decline, indicating nothing serious. The explanation seems to be that when eggs are at a high price the people at largo become sparing in their use', and, the buying falling off, the supply exceeds the demand. '

On Page 11, see the notice re goods at half price for to-day only, at “The Louvre.” ... Keep your feet warm. Buy a pair ftf Arctic felt buckle boots, leather soles, for 6s 6d a pair, from Souter’s ousy hoot stores. Also stocked . ,in children’s sizes from 3s 6d a pair. 20UU pairs to select from. ...

Girls’ flannel dresses and children’s hand crochet jumpers are advertised on page 11, at half marked prices for to-day only, -at “The Louvre.” ... To those who have not yet visited Hedges and Co.’s magnificent carpet display a cordial invitation is extended to do so to-day and to-night. This is one of the finest displays of carpets over seen in Timaru, and judged, on the basis of quality and price, it is the greatest value offered for years. The carpets are genuine English, Wilton made, and their variety ands design offer an unlimited phoice. ... We do not carry over seasonable goods, hence the half prices, quoted on page 11, for many articles at “The Louvre,” to-day only. ... Geo. Reid in this issue shows desirable properties about-which intending purchasers will find it well worth while making inquiries. ' ‘BOO yards snow-white long cloth, soft, pure and shrunk, 36 inches wide, great value, at Is'3d yard, or 14s a dozen, at “The Louvre.” ... 1 Hannahs great footwear sale is now on, and you were never booted at such values. Men’s bluchers 9s lid, men’s pegged 14s lid, men’s army boots’22s 6d, men’s arctic slippers 4s 2d. The bargains for ladies are astonishing lovely suedes for 22s 6d, house slippers 2s 6d. £ISOO worth of goods just arrived. These prices quoted in our news sheet, are for cash. Make a dash for Hannah’s sale. ... »

This day at 2 p.m., in the Universal Mart, Haynes, Oakey and Co., sell patent medicines, produce and household furniture on account of several clients.

■ Just landed direct from the manufacturers in Great Britain, three wonderful lines of whale bone hair brushes prices 3s id and 4s 6d; and the Venus brush, price 7s 9d. Also the very latest in bag handles to make your own knitted bags. Prices from Is lid to 7s 6d. Big variety to choose from at Alston’s. ....

Two bales up this morning—27in. axminster carpets, 27in. tapestry 5s 6d; hearthrugs in “Star,” three sizes 21s Gd up, light grounds with roses mostly; big good rugs 18s 6d; novelty coatings; knitted gloves for little ones, Is lid, ladies sizes, too, 3s 3d; Amazon’s shown in fawn, brown, grey, all double width, 3s 6d; Kaiapoi tweed, six colours. 2s 4^d; all wool Ashburton 2s 7£d; blankets and down quilts in continued demand. We note blankets are advanced at mill 4s a pair over out selling price; fortunately we have a good stock—2oo pairs. Door mats 2s 6d up, beautiful furs, coats, costumes, jumpers, cardigans, in showroom. Misses’ waterproof from 9s lid, ladies 21s 6d. at Thomsons. ...

When Raleigh scoured the Spanish Main, And scared the haughty dons of Spain, As best they could his sea-dogs bold, Braved tropic heat and Arctic cold. They mustered aft to roll of drum, And soaked their hides with ration rum But modern “salts” grog now abjure, Preferring Woods’ Great Peppermint Cure.

COLDS AND INFLUENZA SPEED ILY CURED. The tedious winter is taking its toll on the system—any minor cough or cold, if neglected, may develop into iu 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 6d bottle to-day from E. C Ayres, M.P.S., 73 Stafford Street, Ti maru. ...

NO MORE 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 a2s 6rl bottle to-day 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 themselves as highly delighted with the result obtained. This destructor may b 3 seen at the showroom of Messrs John Edmond, Ltd. ,Sophia Street., who will be pleased to give further particulars. Messx-s 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 selection of tile surroundings, mantlepieces, gas stoves, etc., and a visit of inspection will amply repay anyone 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 off coughs, colds, influenza and kindred complaints. Pre pared from pre-digestod beef, invalid port, and easily assimilated iron, it is rich in nourishment, quickly revitalises tho blood, promotes digestion and strengthens the nerves. Price 4s Gd a bottle. Obtainable from E C. Ayres, M.P.S., Chemist, 73 Stafford Street, South, Timaru. ...

Worth its weight in goId—“NORUBBING” Laundry Help—A seven weeks' supply can be purchased for L each. B, and li. Rickard-—--*-

This is an age of record breaking, and there has been no greater recordbreaker than the Australian Mutual Rrovident Society, the oldest and largest mutual life assurance office in the world. 1923 was its 75th anniversary, and in this year, it broke all its previous fine records, and, what is perhaps more important, it divided amongst its fortunate policy holders the largest amount in its history, no less a sum than £1,967,456 this represents a return to policy holders of 51 per cent, of the premium received during the year. On next Monday, June 3U, the 1923 bonus certificates will bo posted to all policy-holders, and South Canterbury policy holders will receive £17,550 extra credit to their life insurances. Last year the amount distri buted was slightly over £13,000, and this gives some idea o the progress of the A.M.P. is making in this district. Positively for to-day only. See page 11, where “The Louvre” announce knitted costumes, jumpers, and coats, besides other lines at half marked prices only for to-day. ... The* lecture which Mr A. M. Pater son, M.R.C.V.S., will deliver at Fairview to-morrow night, promises to be a very useful one. The lecturer proposes to show how profitable it would be for the Dominion and the dairy farmers in particular, if they would make a serious attempt to increase the butter fat yield of their cows. At present the average yield of butter fat in New Zealand is 1751bs per cow, as compared with a possible yield of 10001 b per cow. The general topic to-day is which is the greatest money saving event, or at which sale will I secure the most for my 20s; McGruer Davies moneyhaving sal© is now on, and this is the store where you will get the most for your £l. We have just completed, our annual which means that we have to handle every article in our store. This enables us to throw out all odd lines, and any stock we wish to clear, so this is the sale when bargains are plentiul. It is impossible or us to mention the lines we have to clear in this space, but the few we quote will give you an idea of what we are offering. Cream wincyeyette from Is yard; striped winceyette for shirtings from Is 3d yard; 36in. floral cretonne from Is 3d yard; all wool colonial flannel from Is 6Jd in natural and dark grey; 36in Horrockses’ longcloth from Is yard; all linen tea cloth from Is 3cl yard; special line, 72in. Sheeting in 5 yard pairs, already hemned, 19s lid pair; nursery flann'elette from 8s 9d doz.: single bed white twill sheeting Is lid yard; striped cotton shirting from Is yd. Visit our store to-day, while the bargains are numerous. McGruer, Davies, and 1 Co-. ...