NEWS AND NOTES.

Timaru Herald, Volume XCVIII, 18 July 1925, Page 2

NEWS AND NOTES.

A 'euchre parly and dance will be held in the l niuirian Hall on j iiesduy next, at S o'clock-

The results of the progressive euchre held mi ihe Drill Hall, Temuka, on 1 hursdav idgld, were:—.Airs G. Collins I. (J. Bonn.son 2. F. Collins 3, Dan 1-1 organ -I, -Mrs Leslie King' o, Miss 1). Siigruc G.

.In ihe report: of-. Mrs Ahw-phorson's cn'm-eri. at Pleasant Point, the name, of Miss May 'Brown, L.A.8., was-, inadvertently' omitted.' Aliss Brown played the accompaniments lor the visiting performers.

A fire gutted the Kensington Tea Boom-, Rotorua, yesterday at 2.-13 a.m. Tlie structure was little damaged, but the Mock, furniture, soda fountain, and eipripment are pi total loss. 'The shop is the centre of a highly iuflamable block. The brigade mastered the lire within K) minutes.

Out of 13 tenders received by the Dunedin City Council for motor trucks, that of the' Beo Motor Distributors (Tisnaru) was accepted. It -is interesting io note that the bodies will be made in Timaiui, Messrs T. Korgusson and Co.- being entrusted with the work. ...

On the occasion of the visit of the Ashburton Savage Club, the South Canterbury Savage Club will hold a korero iu the AYcnlworth this evening.

An important auction sale of town property is to he held at Alortmi and .Pearson's auction mart on AVodnesday, oth August, at 2 p.ui., when the l'reeJioitl of the JC-xc'elsior Hotel, situated near the Theatre Bnval. will be .submitted, also the commodious premises of the N.Z. Hardware Co., situated in Strathallan Street, and corner LeCren’s 'i'errace. Both these properties offer exceptional opportunity to speculators and investors. A town residence, .situated 2-3 Boslyn Terrace, will he sold at auction, also by Morton anil, Pearson, on 31st July in their rooms. ...

Use “Gold Crown” motor spirit for maximum power and mileage. Every drop of “Gold Crown” .motor spirit- is un'itorm impurity, power and quality, because it vaporises rapidly, burns uniformly and cleanly, gives tiic maximum power and mileage, and is always the same whenever and wherever you buy it. T. \V. Lynch, Strathallan Street, Timaru. 'Telephone No. 7-36.

Axministcr hearth rugs, 19s 6d, at Bust and Co’s. Big Drapery Sale. ...

Alessrs John Edmond, Ltd., have landed a shipment of Vulcan Smootlitop Gas Punges of the very latest model. A. dosed top retains all the heat, and makes ■ tho . most economical cooking range- on,the • market. Of British manufacture, with automatics lights, asbestos-lined, and beautifully finished. Messrs' Jdhn Edmond, .Sophia Street, will be pleased to supply further particulars on application.

.Hand-made China laee.s up to five inches wide, usually 2s lid to 4s lid, now all at Is 11 a a yard, at “Thu Louvre’’ Sale. ...

With “(fold Crown” motor spirit in the tank, there is no need for frequent carburettor .adjustments, as every gallon is uniform. Your engine will also be free inn.) knocking on bills ot when tlie cngiife is pushed to its full capacity. T. W". Lynch, Str'athallun Street, Timam. Telephone No. 75G.

. Souler’.s Crept Sale qffer, “Marlow” jltrAi'di hoots for men,'- at 2os: lid a 5 pair; usually 37s (id. The most wonderin! sale va'iue offered in New Zealand, for Die f>ast 15 years. Sec grand display in window. Mail orders, plcnso add Is. Souier's AYinter Boot Sale. ...

200 pairs ladies' good quality warm fleecy Ijlonmers, in grey and navy, at 3s Gd a pair, at “Tlie Louvre” Sale.

Genuino wire twist shirting, Is lid a yard, ;.t Bust and Co’s. Winter Drapery Sale. ... Fehro. The'cold curer. Don’t iet that, cold get a hold. It is foolish to j talk of lotting a cold “take its course” i unabated, for a neglected cold may result jn the most serious trouble. . Bo a iso ;iml secure a bottle of Febro today. Jt quickly reduces high tempera tines, relieves aches and pains, and break-, up the cokl promptly. ft is j recognised as.-tlie unequalled remedy for influenza. Obtainable .from E. C. Ayres, AI.P.S., Chemist Timaru. Price 2s Gd, posted os (xl, per bottle. ... A thought for 1925. Are you getting the last results from your ear? TJio secret is yours. “ Dtiekham’s” oil gives belter mileage' and- smooth running, and reduces your repair bill. Results have proved it tho best and cheapest oil mi the market. All garages. The Sauce that lias made New Zeals irl famous. “Ship” Worcester S.uueo is made from the finest ingredients, and is used the world over. {Stocked oy ml grocers and .stores. ... Ail wool double-bed blankets, 37s 6d a pair, at Last and Go's. Winter jJrapery Sale. ... Preserve your Teeth. — Listcrino Tooili • Paste is Liie new scientific paste ior preventing decay of the teeth i iiis- paste. eoiiLams among other in:P tda lit-, iruil juice, amt the anti sepia. -.lei-) lie. Ao soap, ehalk, pula,ee, or uai iinuliy abrasive substance ei.:!•:> :iiio a., compost non. its slightly and leavloc: sloaulates the flow ox alkaline --.uiv.s, ..ml retards deposit ol i.Miar about the teeth The u.-o of Lister’no Tooth Paste will prevent Iho dreaded pyorrhoea of the gums, and as it ciuneais no grii. it is not; hariuhil j to the leei.li. II leaves a most, refresh- , I.’lg la-.le in the moiiiii. Price Is fid iar.'.e 111 be. Dlitaiiiahlc iroia E. C. .'...res, M.t’.S., Chemist, Tunuru.

Air Colin Don. wlm has been lor ! eleven years in the mantle and lioMcry j department of Akick.v, Logan. Caldwell. I Ltd.. Dunedin, lias taken over the J spi-ojp.lty hii.-iness in llr- Arcade known las •‘The Value House.” Mr Don, we j undcr.-Jnnd, has been for several years I special traveller, and for a- period was ! manager of Mucky. Logan. Caldwell's i mamle department. He is thus oquipj pod with the knowledge necessary ior good buying, and stales that by obtaining quality goods at a low price, lie hopes to be oj' service to tho ladies of Timaru. Air Don jnloisns us that lie will bo pleased io give advice on any matter pertaining to advance styles | in frocks, costumes, or hosiery. ... Kill at the “Gold Crown” sign at service stations, garages or other dealt rs, or get it direct from the South ('an! orlnirv agon!. T.. 3\ . Lynch, SI rni Ini I lan SI root, 'Timaru. 'J deplume No. 7-3 G. The usual attractive programme will bo provided at the Soiiih School social this evening. Good prir.es are olio red for the. euchre competition. A unique opportunity to procure really first-class furniture will be tillered on Tuesday, Juy. 28Lli, when Alessrs Oakey. Baker and Co. sell at the Unitarian flail. Timaru, on account of Dr. I). S. Miluc. the whole of his superior oak furniture and oflccts. Full particulars arc given in our auction column, and as Dr. Alilne is leaving for the North Island, everything is lor absolute sale. ... The New Zealand Railways advertise in this issue, tlm issue ot excursion tickets and train arrangements loiythc South Canterbury Hunt, Club s races, on 2-3 th July, j Mr H. B. Hall, of Alessrs Hall ami Co., Alonumcntal -Masons, Sta fiord Street South, Timaru, lias sold his business as a going concern to Alessrs Taylor and Son, late of Christchurch. Air Hall, in thanking his customers lor the 'support extended to him during practically a. quarter of a century, desires to bespeak a continuance of business for his successors, whose work lie heartily recommends. Air Taylor seiir. lias been iu tho trade for over twenty years, going through all branches of his profession with tho well-known monumental sculptors, Alessrs Mansfield, of Christchurch. Alessrs Taylor and, Son will carry on monumental works at the old address, corner of Stafford and North Streets, Timaru. ...

The dance which followed the Orange concert on Thursday evening was one of the most .successful promoted by the Timaru Lodges. The Unitarian Hall was iilled, and dancing was kept up with spirit until 2 a.m. The music was provided by Air DeLnutour (whose orchestra, had contributed two items oil the concert programme), and Aliss Davidson. There is no. household fortunate enough to keep tho China year in and year out, without breakage. If father is not clumsy; mother is unlucky, and then the dear children Like a hand in the smashing-up game. Knowing the general dearth of crockery, and the danger ol' chipped China, to the good health of the people of South Canterbury, Alston’s are once again to the rescue with a tremendous assortment of the best English China at their famous extraordinary low prices. Full details will be found at Alston’s usual advertising space on page S of this issue, just near the “Timaru Herald’s’’ leading article. ..... Although many and varied arc tho opinions so freely expressed on the Junior. High School question, there is no diversity of opinion as to the workmanship and appearance of a “Superior Suit,” as turned out by Air G. AlcKitteriek, at 313 .Stafford Street, opposite J. Baliantyncs. ■ These suits are cut to your individual measurements and requirements, and you are guaranteed a sure fit and complete satisfaction. Save £5 on your next suit by ordering from the Superior Suit Co., who have already established a name lor quick and efficient service and courteous attention. ... Indigestion Conquered.—E. C. Ayres, chemist of Timaru, has received a striking tribute to the efficacy of his Indigestion Remedy, from a recent visitor to 'Timaru. This gentleman had tried several remedies in Jiis native town of Dunedin, and it was not until a friend advised him to try Ayres’ Indigestion Remedy, that be obtained any relief. After a few duties of this remedy, the pain ceased, the fullness after eating vanished, and fie. was able to throw off this distressing ailment. His digestive organs are now restored to healthy normal action, and he can enjoy his j three meals a day without any sign of j a return of his troubles. He- said life I was now worth Jiving. This remedy can be obtained from E. C. Ayres, M.P.S., Chemist, Timaru. Price 2s Gel bottle, posted 3s Gd. Finest quality English toilet soap in the following odours : Carnation, sweet pea, oatmeal, cucumber and glycerine, castile, old brown Windsor, Jockey Club. Price at Alston's; 3 cakes for Is 3d Roger and Calel’s famous big bath toilet soap, 3 cakes for 2s !)d. Smail cakes old brown Windsor soap G cakes for Is. Alston's, direct importers. ...

Our complete .stock of ladies’ gauift--7t woollen gloves, usually up to Gs 'lid. To-day all one price—3s Gd a pair, at ' The Louvre” Sale. ... Gramophones! Gramophones! Just arrived from .London, ex Rotorua. The greatest value ever idiored in Timaru. Magnificent tone machines from ifii up to £3O. . Best, quality silent running motors, worm driven. Our goods are guaranteed true to name and description, and we challenge anyone In refute it. Brun.sden’s, Stafford Street. Established 1908. ... A choice range of ladies' imw sample hosiery in the latest light colours, .-ilk. sill-; and wool, and cashmere, lor .-al" 10-dny, at “The Louvre” Sale. ... Odd makes ami sizes in ladies cor'd s. in good strong quality. Sale prices 2s lid. 3- 0:1 and 3s lid a pair, size 2T in -evernl makes, marked liadi prie<- at ■•Tlie .Louvre" Sale. ... (.Vine ale,tig and see. for yoarselve:-: the value Bust, and Co. are offering during their Winter Sale. Now on. ... Pianos by loading makers. We have some magnificent upright-grands for sale in Dalian burr, wainut case, 4ft. .Jin. high, overstrung complete iron mimes, with, the finest 13 ooks-Sc'nwai: - dor action —the li“si in the world. ) mi can buy on iea.sonr.ble terms. intending purchasers should call iuloro ds-eidir.g to purchase. Bruiisdcn's. piano experts and importers, Stailord .Street. ..., 'Hu- secret of perfect rmnimg-- '' iliieklia in s'' ml makes Marling easy eider and -ilinmcr. Try it in your ear. It wdl vivc .you i In- sane- s-iti factory results it is giving every-,vbore in New Zeal.r.ml. Insi-u. mi gelling -• Due!-; 1 ::’lids" lu-M lime .mm order oil. All garages. ... Money, wo hear, is :ighl. Jt ini'! :M ; ig. ll l . however. Dial one wiiica’„ aI; o Timaru mercer could no l iakc ad v;, || Ia go of an unusual!;." alirmli'. : odor of ;; fine of mudy-to-wear rails. thimcron'.-i for insianee. >••::- .-duly hough I in at a very low liauro i-- e-1 one of !ho Dominion's best iMim-.’i Mill houses. Al' it who am i h ink i u.e of li.-eia porke:. l ; should no! iMil in read Cameron':; announcement eir.ewhere iu this issue

“There is no more' stimulating or beneficial drink than a glass of warm milk, in which iias been stirred two dessertspoonfuls of honey,” said Air D. K. Robinson, iho apiary instructor, in an address delivered at ilie Blenheim Karin School. Again, from honey was made the prieipal drink of our forefathers. Vinegar, 100. was quite easily ’made front pure honey and water, while the uses of beeswax were many and varied. Iu one form the production of the honey bee was used by alnm-.t everyone daily, for it was the basis of all boot polishes.

Yesterday the South Canterbury Chamber of Commerce received from Air K. J. Roliestnn. Al.l\. the following telegram, in reply to one sent to him by the Chamber earlier in the week: —

“'Ala meeting of South Island mem Iters on Wednesday it was decided to form a loose kind of assoeiaiion to advocate matters of advantage to the South .Island: and jut executive committee (ot which I am one) was appointed to consider the various requests from each part of the Island. When this committee lias agreed on wlmb it is desirable to put before the Government, united representations will be made. It was generally understood that small matters, affecting only a particular locality, should bo left in the hands of the member for the district' without reference to the committee. The matters referred to in your telegram will, of course, Have my best attention.'’

Cream nursery flannelette, 9s lid dozen yards, at Bust and Co’s. Big Drapery Sale

AfeGruer Davies and Co's winter sale is now in fuJI swing. Bargains in all departments. The Manchester .Department is full of .special lines. We have just finished our annual stock-taking, which tumbles us to throw out all the oddments at special prices. .Just a few of the .specials for this week-end: —All wool colonial flannel, in .Doctor Grey, Shetland and Orkney, Ls yard: All-wool white blankets in 9-4 sc-e 25s Gd pair, 10-4 size, from 35s Gd, 11—1 size from 15s: double bed silverdown quilts, from 25s lid; 80in. unbleached sheeting in twill and H.B. 2s lid yard: <SOin. white twill sheeting from 3s Gd yard; striped roller towelling 10jd; 24in. white towelling from Is Gd vard; 27in. tea cloth for strong tea towels Is 3d yard.; 36in.. figured shai.tnssa for curtains Ls cream winccyctte from is 3d yard; 27in. nursery flannelette from 8s lid dozen; 36i'n. white twill flannelette from is Gd yard. Visit our store to-day. Bargains in all departments. McGruor Davies and Co. ...