NEWS AND NOTES.

Timaru Herald, Volume XCVIII, Issue 18084, 17 November 1924, Page 2

NEWS AND NOTES.

The competition for a new name for the Alexandra- Tea- Rooms, drew four. Inindretl'-and ninety-seven independent postal and delivered replies, containing over seven hundred suggested names. Letters were received from as far away as Cheviot in the north, and Gore in the south. The name chosen was “The Boulevard,” sent 'lh' by :Vlr Dixon, signwriter, Timaru, and Mrs Swinerd, c.o. Crown Hotel, Timaru, who will divide the £1 Is prize. The names next favoured were “The Ambassador,” “The Beresford.” Mr AVilsou, proprietor of “The Boulevard,” Stafford Street North, next- Dominion, thanks all the entrants for their help in making the competition such a successful one

Two Chinese were arrested at Napier on Saturday on a cnarge 'of being in possession of opium.

Mr H. Stewart,, of the Maori Hill gardens,' is already digging a ■ very fine crop of new white potatoes, which he has growing in a sunny location in his. gardens off Bvans Srteet. •

To-morrow, on section, Sarah St., at 2 p.m., Morton and Pearson sell a quantity of useful timber, firewood, heavy roofing iron, doors, etc. ..

The Igre of beach and river will soon be" upon all the lovers of the great out of doors, and Cameron’s have anticipated this with a splendid range of bathing costumes in wool and cotton. Think of the hours of enjoyment that are yours if you have a costume handy tb take advantage of every opportunity offering for a dip, and call and select yours to-day. Any of these will give wonderful wear, and prices aye most reasonable. One piece all wool 9s 6d, 10s 6d, 11s 6d, 12s 6d. ......

The annual meeting of subscribers to St.' Saviour’s Orphanage will be held on Monday next, in St. Mary’s Schoolroom at 8 p.m._ Only .those wild Lave subscribed 10s in cash or gifts in Tsihd,; are eligible to, vote, but any others who are interested in the w.orji, are c<?r dially invited to attend. .. ..

Just landed a new assortment of ladies’ washing suede gloves, in win to and colours; in all sizes, front 9s lid pair.’ Also ladies’ white cotton hoso from Is 9d to 3s lid. See these specials to-day ’at“The Louvre.” ... •

Tennis season now in full; swing. Alston’s are offering some exceptional value in tennis rackets from 10s 6-d to 50s each. Comparison of prices invited special lmes in tennis 'racket-presses ’•<& and 3&**S)'jctr-':Our 3s 9d lineals spectb,liyJr,ecor.t]®endetl —square' shape with four springs and nickel fillings. :

Factory clearance of men’s boots and slippers. - 30 -pane iyejj;. ed laco boots, ’usually 32s 6d; clearing at 19s lid; military boots, usually 255, clearing at‘lßs 9d; men’s glace slippers, Gv“ : Brand,- usually 10s 6d, .clearing at 6s lid. These are cash lines and to-. morrow will be too late. 11. Hannah and Co., Ltd. ... ,

With.. only ,23 more days to go to the opening of .he Timaru Rowing Clubls Jubilee Carnival, strenuous efforts are being, made by,cUib. in preparfitSdh’for .tfieiN jubilee event. Tugofdvar competitions, dancing, poster parades, baby sliotys, and numerous other competitions will- be held, and Admittance will be free to all holders of - art-bunion-.daotote, —tyliinh, -Mor an initial' outlay' of" one sliilThig, also affords opportunity of winning prizes valued' at £SO.

To - make, room, for new goods a special disfipunt; of 25 pot- > cent., -will be given off all model i rocks- and costumes at “The Louvre” for three days, only. Exclusive styles and dainty shades. Make your selection to-day. ...

-Mr G. Mc-Kitterick, lqdies’ and gents’ tailor, 'wtsiies to conciradict the rumour that he is Icavnig Timaru. lie is conducting liis tailoring business in same premises; the mercery department only having been purchased t>y Mr Cameron. Entrance through Cameronls. ’Phono 220.. .... '

INDIGESTION CONQUERED. E. C. Ay res, chemist, 01 inuuiu, has received a striking tnouie to the emcacy or his Indigestion -itouwxiy horn a -rubric ,'vusitoc to limaru. tins gentiolnuu hacl tried, numerous lorucdies ju bis natjvc town .of Dunedin, and it was liot until-he was advised by . a iriend to ' tryiVA'yres' indigestion Remedy that lie outaured any lelier. Alter a lew doses of tins remedy, the pain ceased, tbe fullness after eating vamsned, and he was able to throw on tins distressing ailment. His digestive organs aro now restored to healthy, normal action, and he can enjoy las three ' meals a day witliout any sign of a return of his troubles. He said life was now wortli living. This remedy can be obtained from E. C. Ayres, iU.B.S., Chemist, nice, is Od bottle.. : THIS WEEKS SPECIALS. at McUKUEIt, DAVIES, and Co. Special purchase of IUUU yards of “Sliantussa,” the ideal cloth for curtains. 'ibis cloth lias a mercerised finish, and is a splend.d washer. Ail good designs, in ecru and grey grounds. Slum- I tussa is also a good material for ladies’ j dresses and overalls; usual price 13s lid, special price at McGruer’s is fid. 4Um. j lingerie or dorcas cambrics, made lrotu j pure Egyptian cotton, special prices is i lid to is (id yard; 4Uui. superfine cam- i brie for dainty lingerie, soft mercerised ' finish, spec.al prices is (id and’is lid; 72m. white twill sheetings, good strong cloth, free from filling, special this week 2s lid yard; 80,n. linen finish sheeting, absolutely pure, special 3s lid yard; grey twill and H.B. sheeting, 72in. this week from 2s fid yard; 80m. grey li.li. and twill sheeting, special this week, from 2s lid; Coloured towel for bay use, from 2s fid pair; lfiin. coloured roller towelling, special this week, Is yard. Visit our store where we can show you a large variety of special lines. JUcGRUER, DAVIES and CO. HIGHLAND DANCING. MR T. McNATTY, Foreman of Souter’s Alain Boot Store, Cookham House, is booking orders for hand-made Highland Dancing Shoes. Mr McNatty’s workmanship is well known to ail Dancers in South Canterbury. Letter orders, address to Souter’s, Box ICO, Tiruaru. QUENCH YOUR THIRST. When the hot, dusty “nor’-wester” blows the seeds of discontent your way, try the effect of a delicious cooling drink made from Ayres’ Emit Extracts. Prepared from genuine fruit essences, in the following flavours: — Raspberry, lemon orange, lime fruit, pineapple and ginger wine. These extracts make delicious,' wholesome, refreshing and economical drinks. Price Is fid per bottle. Be sure they aro “Ayres’s.” From all stores or E. C. Ay res, M P.S , Chemist, 7fi Stufiord Street South. ... OBESITY—A SUCCESSFUL TREATMENT. Do you find that in spite of a restricted diet. yom are putting on too much liesh. Try tho new treatment for reducing weight. You can lose from 2 to li pounds a week with this treat- ■ meat, and can bo stronger and healthier and look years younger. This treatment is quite sale tor yonr. ■ and old, and is prepared from pi,'; xctnklo extracts. Price fis fid from E. C. Ay ms, M.P.S., Chemist, Tiuinvu.