NEWS AND NOTES.

Timaru Herald, Volume CXXIII, 31 March 1926, Page 2

NEWS AND NOTES.

Commencing at 1.30 to-day. at 36 AYoodlnnds Rond, Messrs Oakcy. Baker, ami Co. wil l , hold a clearing sale "I choice furniture and ell'ccls. on account ol' Mrs S. K. Stevenson. ...

To-dav at 2 p.m.. at Air AV. K. McDonald's residence, 5 Chalmers Street, Aim-toil and Co., Ltd. will sell by auction his superior furniture, also a Hudson Super Six ear. As Air AleDonald is leaving for England, everything.is for absolute .sale. ...

To-morrow at 1 p.m. Al orton amt C'o., Ltd. will hold their Faster poultry sale, and have- to offer a special line of turkeys and geese. ...

Owing to Faster holidays. TT. Allehnreh "and Co. will hold their usual sale of poultry, etc., to-day. . Tim poultry will be suit! at 1 o’clock. ...

Yisilors to the Bay and the public generally, will he pleased to learn that Mr and Mrs Gordon Davey have been successful in securing the lease of the Caroline Bay Tearooms and sweet stall. It- is their intention to conduct- the tearooms on the most modern and approved lilies, and visitors to the Bov can depend on receiving the same highclass service a lid appetising fare a.s that obtained in the City Restaurant. Mrs Davey is wrll known to the South Canterbury public and has had many years’ successful catering experience, having in conjunction with her mother, Airs AlcGufi'og, conducted the above tearooms from 1920 to 1923. Apart from tlie excellent morning ami afternoon tea service, a gew department wi 1 be made, and an appetising tliree-eoursc hot luncheon will be served daily from noon, while during the Easter holidays and on Sunday evenings, hot teas will also bo served. To the business man or woman who lunches in town tho opportunity of partaking of ail appetising mid-day meal amidst the pleasant. of tlio Bay should malic special anpral, and the service generally under the' new management should tend to place Caroline Bay still higher in the estimate of tho travelling public, and malm it the leading seaside resort in New Zealand. ...

Soutcr’s Boot Storea are selling English-made football hoots at 12s Gd a pair. The largest stock of football boots in Canteroury. AVc stock football boots for your youngest boy.. Malm your young hopeful happy, and buy him a pair of football boots at Soutcr's Busy Boot Stores. ...

Smartness of dress, besides being the constant aim of every woman, should claim tho attention of men also. In all things nothing succeeds like success, and in the world to-day thousands of successful business men, attribute ; a great measure of tlioir .success to their care and appearance in dress. ‘‘Superior Suits” are faithfully made, they are built of tho very best materials, and they retain their cl instinctive appearance under all conditions. A further important consideration is the liig saving in cost. Ensure success, and order your next suit without delav froi'A r.ho “Superior Suit Cg. '(-G. ’McKutcrick, manager), 313 Stafford Street. ... -

I want a packet of vour AVhite AYorm Powders please. My neighbour has recommended them to me tney have cured her little girl—she had tried other preparations but they had no effect. James’ AVhite Worm, Powders, an effectual remedy for worms of every description. 2s 6d a packet from L. B. James, M.P.S., prescription chemist, Stafford Street, Timaru.

In anticipation of the Faster season, “Tho Ideal,” tlio up-10-tlie-miimte shop in Stafford Street Contra], between “ H.B’s.” and Life Louvre, have made extra preparations, and their, stock of Faster novelties includes al’. kinds of lolly and chocolate' dfffr--cacies that are sure to delight tho kiddies. These lines were bought (in a favourable market, and “The Ideal” passes on this saving. Fruits and confectionary are also stocked, and can be relied on as being fresh, and ill Quantities and variety to suit every requirement. Delighlful morning and afternoon teas as usual. ...

All wool marocnin, black and nil newest shades, 42-inch, 4s fid a y ar “. Bust and Co., drapery specialists, 84 Stafford Street South. ...

“Where to spend the'holidays’ is the thought uppermost in most men’s minds, aiul as a result the purchase of a new suit is being considered. .Cameron's, Stafford Street, have a splendid range of stylishly cut rcadv-to-wears, marked at prices which represent- a considerable saving on the tailored to measure garments. Call and try on a coat or two next time you’re passing—there are sizes to fit every figure. ...

That Soott Bros.’ improved j bilges are gaining in popularity is proved by the increased number of sales being ■made by the local agents, • John'Edmond Ltd., Sophia Street, who carry a full stock of rangcß and spare partn. John Edmond Ltd. have also opened up a ik-w shipment of the latest lireplaces and tile surrounds, etc., and will be pleased if all interested in building will call at their warehouse aud inspect same. ...

40-inch pure wool dress flannels. Shades grey, navy, cardinal, saxo, and green, 4s Od a yard. Bust and Co., drapery specialists, 84 Stafford Street South. ...

Worms in Children. —Many of the. minor ailments width children are subject to, may be traced in the first place to the presence of wornus in the system. If your children are irritable and do not'sleep well at night, it is extremely probable they require treatment lor worms. A most effective remedy is Ayres Tonic Worm Syrup. Pleasant to take and acts speedily, cleansing the system and restoring the child to a condition of normal health. Price -.s tkl, posted 3s. l l h C. Ayres, M.P.S., Chemist, Timaru.

The final of the euchre tournament in the Eiiitariiin Hall was played off lust evening, and resulted as to'lows: — W. II esse 11 1, 11. Buss 2, A.‘Hitchcock 3, R. Aidlin 4, C. Goodman 5, A. J. Dunn 6. ,

Since tlie drawing 1 of the first big art unions last year,-much has been said' and written regarding the non-inclusion of tickets sold and the devious ways by which investors ■ are deprived of par-' ticipating in the final draw. . The possibility of any irregularity is entirely eliminated in the Grand National Raffle, to be drawn oil the 19th of next mouth, as the .promoters of this art union are the'first to introduce the double butt system. By this means a mistake, inadvertently.' or otherwise, is duly guarded against, .and investors, who are i> doubt are thus assured that, each and every ticket sold will have the corresponding number in this ballot box the night of drawing. Tho magnificent first- pi-ivo of £3150 is. well Worth'tho investment of 2s 6d. as the person lucky enough to draw the winning■' number is assured of independence for life. Besides the first prize- there are 239 valuable prizes far distribution. Think of the eiuim-es. Spend 2s Od wisely, and' invest in a ticket .without delay. Obtainable from all tobacconists, tluv Bristol Piano Co., or from D. J. Doyle,■ wholesale district agent, Stafford Street South. ...

AVe doubt if you will see anywhere a bigger variety of ladies’ now stock-' onette, wool, or silk wool jumper suits, and costumes than the display now 1 being made at “Tlio Louvre.” Our variety of prices will enable anyone to select'a garment at just the price you want to pay.

Cutlery makes a fine wedding present. Cutlery should be the best quality. Cutlery .at Dunn’s is guaranteed for 50 years. Cutlery from “Treasure , Corner” stands tho hardest wear for a lifetime. Cutlery from Dunn’s. .Jewellers, looks good, wears, well, keeps nice-, and is always appreciated as a wedding gift. ...

To introduce our new department of ladies’ winter coats, our Homo buyers have secured for us some very fine garments at exceptionally low prices,■ principally sample and model coats, which tluiy bought at a good discount, livery coat shows tho latest cut and style, including tell new flared skirt. AVe have them in smart tweed effects',' or in plain cloths, w.ith or without fur collars, and our keen prices range from (*)s fid’, 79s Gd, 85s, to £8 10s. See these smart coats early at “TJie Louvre,” Stafford Street Central. ...

AVl l y cotton, when you can buy ladies' ptiro Botany wool hose, in all tlie new light shades, specially priced at 3s Gd a pair, at “The Louvre, , hosiery specialists. ... j : To the many excursionists this Faster we advise’ the inspection r of. our suit cases before buying. -.Without a doubt they are tho best value On the market to-dav. Light and stfong, being mcjal bound and protected by reinforced cap corners, they wiil - carry all that -is necessary. In three sizes, 22, 24 aml 26 inches, at 13s Gd, 15s Gd and 17s 6d, at Alston’s sale. Inspect our windows.

• “Does! ‘ tho';- * p'oundkeeper, \ get: any bonus for collecting the dog tax? asked All- J. MeCort at yesterdays meeting of the Mackenzie County Council. The chairman’s reply was that collecting the dog tax was part of the poundkeeper’s duties. “Well, he is very diligent,” remarked Mr AlcCort, “for 1 can’t keep an unlicensed dog. He certainly deserves a bonus.”

Just lamlod direct .from British manufacturers, wool irocks, jumpeis, sports coats, etc. The latest goods at iowest prices. Bust and Co., Drapery Specialists, 84 Stafford Street South....

Do not let this, cold snap in the weather- affect .your sleep. A hot water bottle is a most necessary article in. all homes. For remarkable value in English rubber hot water bottles it will puy you to note tho following prices: Size 10 x 6 G/6; 10 x S S/-; 12 x S 8/6; 12 x 10 10/-; at Alston’s, direct importers. ....

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. Tlirs gentleman, who was a sufferer for years, had tried numerous remedies ill his native "town of Dunediu, and it was not until he was advised by a friend to try Ayres’ Indigestion Remedy, that lie obtained any relief. After a few doses the pain in stomach and chest ceased, the fullness after eating vanished, and he was able to throw off ' this distressing ailment. His digestive organs are now restored to healthy, normal action, and he can now enjoy threfe meals a day without any discomfort.. He.said life was now worth living. His remedy can bo ob-tained-from .EafCi A-yros, chemist, Timaru, m two sizes, small 2s 6d, double size- <ls -6d. ...

Rheumatism. — Sufferers from Rlieumalisiii und Sciatica and allied complaints will be pleased to learn that their trouble can now be cured by tho new romedy Rumulox. This medicine lias proved its efficacy in hundreds of cases, and never fails to give relief after the first bottle. It neutralises the uric acid in the system, thus getting to tlio seat of the trouble, and completely eliminating it. The aching and swollen joints arc soon reduced to normal. This remedy also acts as a tonic to tho system. 2s 6d and 4s 6d bottle. Procurable from E. C. Ayres, M. 8.5., Timaru.

It’s surprising the big savings to be made on ladies’ smart wool coats, jumpers, and cardigans, if you make your selection from the huge purchase lot now being sold at “The Louvre,” Stafford Street Central. ...

Ainami Shampoos.—Wo now have a complete range of Annum Shampoos in stock. All numbers. Price 9d each. Baxter’s Pharmacy (L. J. Williamson, M.P.S., Prop.), Theatre Buildings, Ti-