NEWS AND NOTES.
The hnnual prize-giving ceremony at the South School, will take place to-morrow evening at 7 o’clock.
A concert and dance is to be held in the Tycho School to-morrow at 8 P.m.
Tractors having only uncovered iron steering wheels should be provided with rubber steering _ wheel covers, which give a better grip, and ensure more security and comfort for the driver. These, and special goggles for tractor drivers use are now procurable at the Para Rubber Co., Stafford Street. ....
To-day at 1.30 p.m., Morton and Co., Ltd., will sell on-account of the assigned estate of George Hilton, at the premises, Church Street,-all the up-to-date fittings and stock of hardware, crockery, and odd lines of groceries; also a Ford delivery van.
. A dance, organised by the Ternuka Fire Brigade and Milford Lagoon Association to assist their queen, will bo held in the Drill Hall this evening. Campbell’s orchestra, comprising ten instrumentalists, will provide the music.
Commencing at 1.30 to-morrow, Messrs Oakey, Baker and Co., will •hold 'a clearing sale of furniture, at 37 Theodocia Street, on account of Mrs E. J. Bell. Everything, is to be sold without reserve. The firm, also announce, the auction of absolutely new furniture and rugs in their -mart at .2 p.m., On Friday.
■ H. 'Allchurch and Co. will sell at ■l4 Hewling Street, at 1.3.0, to-day, household furniture and effects, on account ’Of Mr T. L. Smith, who is leaving Timaru. Included in the list is an upright- grand piano (Sames), and a 5 seater Caltliorpe car.
H. Allchurch and . Co. will sell at their rooms at. 2.30 on Friday next, 18th, a quantity of new crockery, rugs,- and motor wind-screens, aluminium :ware, etc.
Special attention is called to the very fine display in Beggs’ Stafford Street window. - Three fine models of the famous Cheney gramophones are shown. * Special notice should be taken of the now very popular “Console” Cheney. The sales of “Cheneys” throughout the Dominion are simply phenomenal, and in our own South Canterbury district there are hundreds of satisfied, customers. You are cordially invited to inspect the Cheney at Beggs
We have just opened a new shipment of inlaid linoleum and printed linoleum in ail the latest designs: also pew colours and design! in gold; seal congoleum rugs. These rugs have already ’established themselves with our numerous clients and are giving them entire satisfaction, and in addition to this we give our guarantee, for reasonable wear or money refunded. We are carrying a very large range of reversible hearthrugs,- suitable -for all rooms, prices from 13s 6d to 52s 6d; all wool - reversible half rugs "from 65s ; axminster and wilton sofa, hall and corridor rugs,, from . 49s ,6d ; Madras in" 'fcfeaih'grounds j with' fibrhl deSighs;" Is 9d yard; Bordeau voiles, from Is 9cl yard; fadeless casement cloth, from 2s lid yard; fadeless curtain nets, from 6s 6d yard. We invite you to visit our 6tore. McGruer. Davies and Co. ...
' ■ { . HAIR . BRUSHES. ■ We have just landed direct from the makers) a ,big shipment of the new hair blush called the :Shing;lebob, for shingled, It iis made of stiff bristles, and -is a beautifully made brush in every, way. This brush is a real hair.-invigoratortas the bristles are stiff and specially fixed into the brush,-' thus -giving" peffofct 'penot-ration to the scalp. See out' Window display of -them*-and;, you will :adfnit that they are worth twico the money we are asking' for them. Secure one without delay; They are sellihg quickly. Our price 4s 9d, posted to any address! in New, Zealand, O, Ayres, M.P.S., Chemist, Timaru.
Christmas shopping.—By . Selecting your Christmas gifts now you get the pick of the goods’. There is nothing gained by leaving your purchases to Christmas week. By pay-, ing a sfnali:deposit Alston’s,will be pleased to put - any goods aside for you to take at your convenience. .....
When applied to wearing apparel, a change is indeed as good as a rest. This can be effected by being measured for two Superior Suits for the same price as one expensive one, which will -last no longer (in some cases not as long) and look no better than those built by the Superior Suit Co., under the personal supervision. of Mr G. Me* Kitterick) The -* finest material is offered for your selection, while out and workmanship is assured. ....
For ladies only.—Have you decided on that Christmas present . yet? If not, take the lift in Tekapo Buildings, to first floor and step across; the corridor to Miss Crawford’s. You .will be agreeably surprised at the numerous intimate little things that you can purchase for a modest outlay. For. your real man friend there are presents in art leatherwork, both useful and ornamental. ....
The authorities of St. Saviour s Orphanages have made arrangements for tho boys to go to Sumner, and the girls to come to Timaru, on December 29th, for one month, and it is desired that’ .those willing to assist in defraying the expenses will hand their subscriptions to either Mr Bridgcwator, or to Mr G. G. Bryan King.
The Girls’ High School will hold their annual break-up and distribution of prizes in the Lyceum Theatre*, to-morrow night, at S o'clock. •;
A stirring demand on the lace Collars and jabots l/4£ up at Thomson’s. Balloons Id to big marble ones and others 3d, 4d, 6d; Broadway chickens, goats, 10£d, wool knitted coats 34/6 to 9 9/6, fur , collar paletots, pastel gloves, also black with white embroidery. Great ;novelties in gloves -and hosiery—jart silk in these from 2/6, 3/11, j/6, 6/11; splendid; silk to knee. Delightful silks and washing materials. See doorways; Roslyn, repps, kashas and summer tweeds. What ng-ore graceful as a Xmas present than either of these? Hats, jumpers, fancy mattings, from 3/45, fairydyes, a pair of new curtains for ;7d, any colour. Gentlemen’s shif-ts, liats, ready-to-wear suits 57/6; fancy sox, handkerchiefs, panamas, absolutely en regie; besides everyday things as overalls from 8/9, palma nap 9/11, boys’ shirts, handkerchiefs Gd, large initial do. 1/45; silk toe, in white or coloured or initial. The vogue in everything, cheap too, , at Thomson's —best goods
Sound advice.—Don’t delay your shopping this Christmas. Nothing gained by waiting, Alston’s hre pleased to put anything aside j bypaying a small deposit. By selecting your gifts early you get the pick of our immense stocks. Alston’s wish to avoid disappointing their customers
A big purchase of ladies’ fancy .silk scarves, in new designs and colourings, now marked 3s lid, 4s lid, 5s lid, 6s lid, and 7s lid, on view to-day; at “Tho Louvre.” ... ;
Souter’s slippers 1 are a useful present for ladies, gentlemen and children.Our Christmas fair prices makes it easy for you to buy a good quality slipper for mother or father. No better Christmas gift than slippers or shoes if you buy them at Souter’s busy boot stores. ... j
See out special window display of gold bracelet watches 'from £4 10s; armlets from 18s, and bangles. The ideal Christmas gift. A. Fraser, jeweller, 184 Stafford Street, Timaru.
Grey Hair Banisheo.. —Why look old ttdien you are still young. If your hair has lost its natural colour, is streiked With grey, and lacks lustre, get a bottle of Ayres’ ..American Hair Restorer, at once. This remedy is a stimulating hair tonic, frees the bead from dandruff, cleanses the scalp, and restores the grey hair to* its natural colour. It is not a dye, is not greasy. This remedy for grey hair is a necessary part of every lady’s or gent’s toilet equipment. Price' 2s 6d per bottle, posted 3s 6d. . E. C. Ayres, M.P.S., Chemist, Timaru. ...
That iScptt■ ;.Rros.’;. improved ranges are gaining in popularity is/proved by the increased number of sales being made by the local agents, /John Ed--mond Ltd., Sophia Street, who carry a full stock of ranges and spare parts John Edmond Ltd. v have also opened up a mw shipment 'of the latest fireplaces and tile surrounds, etc., and will be pleased if all interested, in building will call at their warehouse and inspect same. ...
On view at Tregenna, Ig Craigie Avenue; 1000 cards suitable for Christmas and New Year gifts; own photos of English and New Zealand scenery, stencilling, etc. Prices vary 3d to 1/-. Exhibited Dec.. 14 —19, from 1-—6 p.m. Ybur visit will be much appreciated, and you will not be disappointed. All not sold will be on view at Mr Ken Mayo’s shop, for Xmas and New Year. .. :
The present festive season was never better catered for than it is to-day. Oui; popular emporium in every department reflects a ‘thorough knowledge In selection and quality. The crockery department displays a very choice and wide range in chinaware, crystalware, fancy goods, novelties, and all household necessities. Every article marked in plain figures, our reasonable prices proving that we are direct importers. The grocery, provision, and confectionery departments always enjoy a high reputation for quality, assortment and value. All roads lead to Porter and Dawson’s
Hundreds of bathing caps at “The Louvre,” in every stylo and. colour. Priced at Is, Is 3d, Is 6d, Is lid to 6s lid each. ...
Rheumatism.—lt a* good news to bear that Rheumatism can be cured. That has been proved by hundreds of people who have usod Rumatox, the new remedy for rheumatism and gout. It affords instant. rolief in the worst cases, no matter how long standing, or what remedies you have tried. Do not give up hope until you have tried Rumatox. A few doses relieves the pain, reduces the swelling and , inflammation, and a course of this never fails to oliminate the uric acid from the system. Prioe 2e 6d and 4s 6d bottle, posted Is extra. Prepared only by E. O. Ayres, M.P.S., Chemist, Tiruaru.
THERE’S HAIR! WlieD you see a girl with soft, wavy, silken hair, brilliant and lustrous, you. may be' certain she uses “Koenut” Shampoo. Splendid for children as well as adults. Used by nearly all the social belles in New Zealand. Most economical. Largest sale In New Zealand; 3/6 per bottle everywhere. Lasts for months.
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Timaru Herald, Volume CXXIII, 16 December 1925, Page 2
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