NEWS AND NOTES.

Timaru Herald, Volume XCVIII, Issue 18084, 28 June 1924, Page 2

NEWS AND NOTES.

“What is the use of all this talk about afforestation?” said a wellknown fanner to a Wanganui “Chronicle representative. He said it was no good planting trees until they could find some remedy for the blight that has destroyed not only the blue gum plantations, but many of tho forest trees as well. “Men off tho steamers should bo allowed to play football on the recreation ground oil Sunday,” a councillor stated at last night’ s_ meeting of tlw Port Chalmers Council. He said die ground should not bo closed to those men, and he would move at next meeting to give effect to his opinion. The series of lectures given undet the auspices of the W.E.A. will be continued on Wednesday next in 'ho Y.M.C.A. Hall, when Mr G. A. Hansard, M.A., will lecture on “The Wonderful Maoris.” Mr Hansard was for some years interpreter to the Native Land Court, and has an intimate knowledge of native customs. Hayr.es, Oakoy and Co. advertise particulars of a sale of timber and firewood to bo held at Bruce’s Mill, High Street, on Friday next, at 11 a.m. sharp. ... Mr Z. Beri, undertaker, conmi Stafford and North Streets, lias a special interment notice on page eight of this issue. Ho announces that i.o has, as part of his funeral equipment, a powerful speciallv-built motor-hearso, the only one in South Canterbury, and he is pVepared to conduct funerals at reasonable charges in any part of the town or district. ... H. Allchurch and Co. advertise par ticulars of a splendidly-built town rosi dence, and also adjoining section, which -they will offer at auction on July 7 lltb at their rooms (The llialto), on account of the trustees of the late Mrs E. Blac-kham. ... An opportunity to procure superioi furniture, which has been chosen with discriminating taste, will be offered the public on Wednesday next at 5 Elizabeth Street, when Haynes, Oakey and Co., hold a complete clearing sale oil account of Mr W. Sergeant, who is leaving for Australia 'The sale starts at 12.15 sharp, and full particulars aro advertised. ... A session in Parliament is said to disillusion many new legislators. Mi R. M’Keen, Labour member for Wellington South, is amongst the number. In making this confession at the meeting in the Victoria Hall, Mi M’Keeu said that his opinions ol Parliament wore far different to-day from what they were when he went in. He had had the idea that soiiie honest endeavour would be made to-deal with matters affecting the health and welfare of the people, but instead of that he was rudely awakened. “The longer you are in,’’ said Mr, M’Keen, “the more experience you get out of the methods employee! there. They don 7 p;ive a snap of the fingers how they deal with affairs of State, providing they can maintain and ride on ‘lie Treasury benches of this Dominion.”

Keep your feet warm. Buy a pail ef Arctic felt buckle boots, leather sole-i) for 6s 6d a’ pair, trom Souter’s misy boot stores. Also stocked in children’s sizes from 3s 6d a pair. 20UU paiis to select from. ...

Hannahs great footwear- sale is’ now on, and you were never booted at such values. Men’s bluciiers 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. Theso prices quoted in our news sheet, are for cash. Make a dash for Hannah’s sale. ... ,

Just landed direct from the manufacturers in Great Britain, three wonderful Jmes of whale bone hair" brushes prices 3s Cd 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 Cd. Big variety to choose from at Alston’s. ....

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 fiuenza or something even more serious. “Fcbro” influenza remedy should be taken at the first signs of cold —it acts quickly and surely, relieving all aches and pains, and speedily restores tho system’ to nQrmal. 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 a 2s 6r) bottle to-day 1 from E. C. Avres. M.P.S , 73 Stafford Streei 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 tho it • suit obtained. This destructor may be 6een at the showroom of Messrs John Edmond, Ltd. ,Sophia Street., wnr. 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 line up-to-date selection of tile surroundings, mantlepieces, gas stoves, etc., and a visit oi inspection will amply repay anyone contemplating building.... BUILD UP THE SYSTEM AGAINS’I INFLUENZA. Ferovin Beef Iron and Wine is an .deal specific for building up tho sys tem 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 digestion and strengthens the nerves. Price 4s 6d a bottle. Obtainable .rom E. C. Ayres, M.P S., Chemist, 73 Stafford Street, South, Tiinaru. ...

Worth its weight in gold—“NO RUBBING” Laundry lieip—A seven weeks suppij can tie purchased iur tKach. id. and Jt. Pickard.—■$.

The Kon. J. G. Coates, PostmasterGeneral, speaking at Stratford, paid a high tribute to Mr Shrimpton, Chief Eelectrical Engineer, and Mr McNamara, Acting-Secretary of tho Post and Telegraph Department, who had risen from the lower grades of the service. The Minister stressed tho value of New Zealand sending Departmental officers abroad to gain experience. Quoting instances, he mentioned that a hvdro-eleetrical engineer while in England, had been able to save the country over £40,000 on tho Arapuni scheme, while Mr Shrimpton also saved a similar amount by being able to recommend alterations in specifications for telegraphic equipment, as a result of experience gained while abroad. Mr Coates said the Government intended to send its young men abroad, and he hoped soon to send a railway officer away, so that bo could acquire up-to-date knowledge concerning the competition of motors with t trains. . j

For Bronchial Coughs, take 'Vnods’ Groat Peppermint Cure.

Principals and chorus of “Les Cloches de Comeville” will please note that a rehearsal will bo hold at the Stafford rooms next Wednesday night at 7.45 p.m., when both the libretto and music will be practised. The exact date of the farewell performance of this phenomenally successful opera will bo decided at this practice.

Mr T. Cronin, district agent for the Ocean Accident Corporation, and local agent i’or the National Mutual Lite Association, lias removed to offices m Stafford Street opposite Marriott’s. ...

The announcement that at the next meeting of the Timaru Women's Citizens’ Association the question of Tekapo power would be discussed, -vas premature. The subject for next meeting has not yet been decided.

Tho opening of the new hall of the St. Peter’s Church, Kensington, will take place on Monday next, with a danc-e, cards, and musical items. Tho music will ho supplied by Miss Dewar’s orchestra, and supper will be provided. The function will commence at 8 p.m.

Mr George Baikie, Rosewill, an nounces that lie is prepared to supply customers in tho vicinity of Highficld, Wai iti Road, and Elizabeth Street. His herd has been tested by the Government Inspector with very favourable results. A ring on ’Phone 10d:i'l is all that is required for him to call.

Tho general tppic to-day is which is the greatest money saving event, or at which sale will 1 secure tho most for my 20s. McGruer Davies . moneyhaving sale is now on, and this is the 6tore where you will get the most for your £l. We have just completed our annual stocktaking,, which means that wo have to handle every article in our store. This eiiables us to 1 throw out all odd lilies, 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 Jd yard; 36in. floral cretonne from Is 3d yard; all wool colonial flannel from Is 6£d in natural and dark grey; 3Gin Horrockses’ longcloth from Is yard; all linen tea cloth from. Is 3d yard; special line, 72in. sheeting: in 5 yard pairs, already liemned, 19s lid pair; nursery flannelette 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 Co. ...