NEWS AND NOTES,

Timaru Herald, Volume CXXV, Issue 18512, 8 March 1930, Page 2

NEWS AND NOTES,

The value of newspaper advertising is evidenced by the fact that in far away Chile is a gentleman who has written to the Perpetual Trustees Co., Ltd placing business in their hands because of their advertisement in the daily paper of a South Island town, where, the Company has a branch established.

In the House of Commons, Mr G. M. Gillett, in answer to a question, said a British organisation concerned in industry, commerce and shipping, was communicating with similar organisations in the Dominions with a view to holding an Imperial Business Men's Conference simultaneously with the Imperial Conference.

The Automatic Telephone Manufacturing Company's electric totalisator has been officially adopted for British courses. Models will shortly be exhibited in Australia and. New Zealand,

The annual report of the British Wool Research Association says it is within reasonable distance of obtaining a satisfactory sheep marking fluid, which is preferable to the insoluble brands at present used.

M. Kerensky, lecturing to members of the Embassy and Legation staffs in Paris, predicted that if the present regime in Russia continued there would be a worse famine than in 1921, followed by a revolution.

“I am in touch with many reprieved murderers. They are splendid fellows. Some are married and have happy families,” said the Rev. W. Cottrell, chaplain of the Wormwood Scrubs Prison. London, giving evidence before the Select Committee on Capital Punishment. Mr Cottrell witnessed 15 executions and favoured the retention of the death sentence.

“It’s about those people in the flat above me!” he stormed. “They won’t give me a minute’s peace. This morning at two o’clock they were jumping up and down and banging on the floor as hard as they could. I tell you, sir, I won’t put up with such behaviour! It’s an outrage!” The landlord looked svmpathetic. “They woke you up, I presume?” The victim shook his head. “No; I hadn’t gone to bed.” “Ah, I see! You were working late?” “Yes. I was practising on my saxophone.

A profusion of the very latest in English, Continental and American autumn and winter modes will be exhibited by Miss M. Barrar, the Bernadette, on Monday next. Her importations should meet with the appreciation of a discriminating public. Features will be a special line of matrons’ models—the Russian “tammy,” and the American slouch and sou’-wester. Address, opposite Theatre Royal, over Lamborn’s Cycle Shop

New goods are always arriving direct from the manufacturers at Porter’s crockery emporium, and an inspection of their windows and showroom will afford much interest. There is a fine display of supper and salad sets from 4/9, teapots of medium size 1/6, tea sets at 13/6, fancy cake plates at 2/-. All these are new and of great variety. Inspection is always welcome at Porter’s

A. N. Oakey and Co. give preliminary notice of a clearing sale of furniture and effects at “Hollywood,” 9, Campbell Street, on Tuesday, 18th. March, under instructions from Mr J. Mundell. The firm also advertise property containing over 5 acres, with brick dwelling at Glen-iti, to be offered on 21st. March, under instructions from the Misses M. D. and M. J. Fyfe

The Timaru Municipal Band will give a recital on the Bay to-morrow evening at 8.15.

Hosiery free for the ladies of Timaru. Morison’s, Ltd., have formed a Hosiery Club. Membership costs nothing. You simply purchase a pair of Hose, and you automatically become a member. Morison’s, Ltd., advertisement in this issue, page 7 explains everything. Perusal will repay all who wear Hosiery. Join to-day, don’t delay! Morison’s, Ltd., 266, Stafford Street North, Timaru.

The Railway Department advertise* in this issue particulars of special train arrangements and fares between Timaru and the Racecourse to-day, Bth. March.

A series of illustrated lectures in the Orange Hall will commence at 7.45 to-morrow evening, on “The Life of Joseph and His Brethren.”

On Thursday. March 13th, Morton and Co. will sell on account of the Official Assignee (in the Bankrupt Estate of Ken Mayo), the whole of the stock of jewellery including diamond and other rings, watches, clocks, and fancy goods. In order to wind up the estate everything will be for unreserved sale.

On Saturday, March 22.. Dalgety and Co., and Morton and Co., acting in conjunction will offer on account of Donald Grant Esq, his splendid new sub-division known as Grant Town. The sale will be held on the property, at the intersection of Marchwiel and Selwyn streets. This is tte largest ana best subdivision that hrf) in recent years been offered. The property comprises 62 building sites, ranging in area from 30 perches up to 1 rood. Fronting to Selwyn, Tyne, Glen and Essex streets, the position is practically adjoining the Highfield golf links, is quite handy to the bus stop, within easy walking distance from the Bay. The natural trend of Timaru will be through this district, and in a short space of time Grant Town will be recognised as a residental portion of Timaru. TGhe terms of sale are easy being 10 per cent, on the fall of the hammer, 15 per cent, on possession, 15 per cent, in two years, and the balance on mortgage for 5 years at 5£ per cent.

Visitors here for the races should not fail to witness the skating carnival on Saturday evening. The entertainment will be varied and novel, and some very fast racing should be witnessed. Blindfold boxing will be staged during the evening. An exhibition of trick cycling on a one wheel cycle will be given. Mr Nelson will demonstrate his skill and daring on skates, in the slide of death. Plenty of seating accommodation will be provided and a good nights fun is in store

Public Bewildered.—At first the public were thoroughly bewildered at Cameron’s startling announcement about a “Parrot” sale. But now a thorough understanding has been established. Cameron’s are having a genuine general clean-up of stocks. Everything —ties, suits, pyjamas, boys’ suits, sox, shirts, etc., etc.—is priced for an immediate disposal. Buying is being done on a huge scale

The attention of thrifty people is drawn to Messrs Souters’ advertisement in this issue, and stresses their particularly startling reductions in footwear. These specials are obtainable at both Messrs Souters’ shops. ..

Famous kapoc and cusheen at Thomson’s most useful products at lOd and 1/9, navy school felts, open regulation shape; wearon Black Prince nd twist shirts for gentlemen, superior 4/6 to 8/3, Kaiapoi cardigans, specialty sox, men’s sizes, New Zealand products 1/3 to the best—Bruce, Petone, Roslyn, Kaiapoi, bought to advantage taking quantity. Low price passed to our customers. Ladies’ numbbers really right, favourite numbers, Indian heads and britway, non-stretch ties, splendid, 1/11 to 4/6; ladies’ silk numbers, too, ex Coptic, very chic 3/6, 4/6, girl’s navy coats, ladies’ tweed also, face cloth do., great value; coats for modest 37/6 numbers to tweed real fur collar and cuffs; sable kind, splendid stuff, musquash, too; silk bloomers, a strongdemand; winceyette nights 3/6

Ladies' Marcelle Beauty Parlour. Haircutting 1/-, neck trim 6d, Marcel wave 2/-. Try our hair lotions and creams. They will keep your hair and skin bright and fresh. Hair tinting in all shades. Call and see me. Get your hair attended to before it is too late. Mrs A. E. Lewis, Evans’ Buildings, opp. Ballantyne’s, Stafford Street. Tel. 1263

McGruer, Davies’ building bigger bargains sale is still going strong, and special bargains are being displayed every day in all departments. Special lines in the Manchester department for this week are: All linen bordered tea towels 24 x 33, in red, blue and hello borders, all ready hemmed, 7/6 half dozen; 54 x 54 bordered breakfast cloths 3/6 each; tapestry cushion squares 1/- each; coloured roller towels ready for use 2/- each; 72in. white twill sheeting- 1/11 yard; coloured stamped runners, only a few left, 1/6 each; 1 piece 58in. green and black flannelette tabling 1/11 yard; coloured winceyettes from 1/- yard; 2 dozen only, all we have left, frilled pillow slips, 2/11 pair, great value; woven Japanese reversible mats 2/11 each; heavy twisted Chinese mats, reversible, heavy quality, from 3/6; large size seagrass mats, bound all round, 3/11 each; 1 piece 27in. fancy coloured coir matting, 2/6 yard; all wool reversible hearth rugs to be cleared, prices from 15/6 each. These are only a few of the bargains that are being offered at McGruer, Davies’ building business sale....

CONSTIPATION. Laxigen Is a tonic laxative, and gentle aperient. It is particularly valuable, because it can be taken every night if necessary, as it cannot possibly do any harm, because it contains no drugs. It restores the bowels to healthy, normal action, and is the best remedy known for habitual constipation. It has also a gentle stimulating action on the liver. Recourse may be had to this medicine, when the bowels or liver are deranged, as evidenced by giddiness, headache, drowsiness, furred tongue and impure breath. It is pleasant to take and does not upset the system. Price 2/6 bottle. E. C. Ayres,. Ltd., Cherfiists, Timaru.

These are the last few days of Carter’s curtain sale, so take advantage of the opportunity to purchase good window draperies and house furnishings at throw-out prices. New lines—48in. silk striped nets in Arab, 2/6 yard; novelty net, with coloured silk stripes, worth 4/6, sale price 2/11 yard; Madras muslins 1/8 yard; rich cream net with trellis design, double width, 2/6 yard; double bed down quilts, in guaranteed quality, 33/6 each; long silk curtains, a few pairs at 9/U each; odd bedspreads at half price. R. P. Carter, 290 Stafford Street. ..