NEWS AND NOTES.

Timaru Herald, Volume CXXIII, 17 December 1925, Page 2

NEWS AND NOTES.

Preparations for the school children’s monster sports gathering to be held at the North End Park on Saturday are now well in hand, and it is anticipated that a capital afternoon’s sport, for adults as well as juveniles, will be provided. In addition to the usual pro--gramme of events for the boys and girls numerous aggregate events for which points will be allotted will bo open for competition among the various schools, the championship being awarded to the school gaining the most points in these events. A tug-of-war competition and numerous other novelty events will also bo held. A special timetable for buses to the Park is being arranged by the Borough Council. A meeting of shopkeepers will be held at Mr G. Johnson’s at 9 a.m. to-day. In order to secure as far as possible the distribution of Christmas messages over a number of days, the public are requested to assist the Department by posting correspondence and printed matter and by sending telegraphic greetings as many days before Christmas Day as possible.

There was a good attendance at the weekly euchre tournament in the Bay Hall last evening. The following are the results: —Mr Frewan 1, Mrs Mayo 2, Mr P. O’Hagan 3, Mr Rudd 4, Mrs Mathieson 5, Mrs Goodman G, Mr M. Dunn 7, Mr Fridd 8. H. Allchurch and Co. will sell at the Rialto at 2.30 to-morrow, crockery, aluminium-ware, wind-screens, suit and costume lengths, etc. The latest in bedroom toilet sets is the new “Galatix” ware, in grey and brown; brush and comb, mirrors, and other toilet requisites. Beautiful’ Christmas Gifts at Fraser’s, 184 Stafford Street. ... If you don’t know what to give thib Christmas just study our window Imi of gift suggestions for ladies, gentlemen, gills and boys. If you don’t see what you want _in the window please step inside and inspect our large stock of jewellery gifts of every description. A. Fraser, jeweller, 184 Stafforu Street. ... Morton and Co., Ltd., sell in tfieir Mart to-morrow at 1 p.m., three motor cars, with practically ho reserve; also quantity of sheep paste without reserve, as well as their usual sale. Oakey, Baker and Co. will hold a clearing sale of furniture at 37 Theodocia Street, on account of Mrs E. J. Bell, at 1.30 to-day. They will also submit on Friday in their Mart a quantity of absolutely new furniture and rugs. The results of the euchre tourney held .in the Unitarian Hail, on Monday evening, in aid of the tug-of-war team, were:—Mrs Dunne 1, Mr D. McKenzie 2, Mrs Boys 3, Mr Ritchie 4, Mr Barnes 5, Mrs Latimer 6, Mrs Page 7, Mr Hesseil 8. Our goods are ticketed with a good big price ticket in the windows and in the shop. Alston’s are proud of the reputation they have earned of giving the public biggest possible value for cash. Direct importers, Timaru. Inspection cordially invited; always, at Alston’s. ...

We have just opened a new shipment of inlaid linoleum and printed linoleum in-all ,the latest'designs; also new colours and. designs in gold seal congoleum' rues. These , rugs have already established themselves with bur numerous' clients and aro 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 hall rugs from 655; axminster and wilton sota, hall and corridor rugs, from 49s 6d; Madras and curtain nets from Is; Shantussa, in cream grounds, with floral designs, Is, 9d yafd; Bordeau voiles, from Is 9d yard; fadeless casement cloth, from 2s lid yard; fadeless curtain nets, from 6s 6d yard. We invite you to visit our store. McGrucr, Davies and Co. ... HAIR BRUSHES. We have just lauded direct from the makers, a big shipment of the new hair brush called the Sliinglebob, for shingled, bobbed or long hair. It is jnade of stiff bristles, and is a beautifully made brush in every way. This brush is a real hair invigorator as the bristles are stiff and specially fixed into the brush, thus giving perfect penetration to the scalp. See our window display of them, and you will admit that they are worth twice the money we are asking for them. Secure one without delay. They are selling quickly. Our price 4s 9d, posted'to any address in New Zealand. E. G 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 paying a small deposit Alston’s will be pleased to put any goods aside for you to take at your convenience For ladies qnly.—Have you decid'ed 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 Hundreds of bathing caps at “The Louvre,” in every style and colour. Priced at Is, Is 3d, Is 6d, Is lid to 6s lid eaeh. ...

The present festive season was never better catered for than it is to-day. Our popular emporium in every department reflects a 'thorough knowledge in selection and inn iky. 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 Grey Hair Banisheo. —Why look old when you are still young. If your hair has lost its natural colour, is streaked with grey, and lacks lustre, get a bottle of Ayres’ American Hair Restorer at onco. This remedy is a stimulating hair tonic, frees the head from dandruff, cleanses the scalp, arid restores the grey hair to its natural colour. It is not a dyo, 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. S. C. Ayres, M.P.S., Chemist, Timaru. ... That Scott Bros.’ improved ranges are gaining in popularity is proved by the increased number of sales being made by the local agents, John Etlmond Ltd., Sophia Street, who carry a full stock of runges and spare parts John Edmond Ltd. 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.