NEWS AND NOTES.

Timaru Herald, Volume CXXV, Issue 18626, 23 July 1930, Page 2

NEWS AND NOTES.

A well-known organist was conducting his choir practice, the anthem under treatment being “As Pants the Hart.” The choristers seemed rather short of breath, and consequently did not sustain the notes long enough. At last, when he could stand it no longer, the organist called out: “ Stop, stop, gentlemen! Your pants are far too short.”

H. Allchurch and Co. will sell at the Rialto at 1.30 to-day, on account of Mr Horace Broadhead, furniture and effects

At one of the big London stores a fussy old woman badgered the assistant for about an hour without making a purchase from, the numerous fabrics presented to her. “On the whole,” quoth the woman, “ I think, after all I want muslin.” “You certainly do, madam,” said the assistant, heartily. A salesman called on a Negro farmer, and, after much explanation and persuation, booked an order for a tractor. In due course it was delivered, and shortly afterwards the salesman called again, expecting payment. “ Well, Sam,” he said, “ can you pay me for the tractor?” “ Pay yo’ fo’ de tractuh?” asked Sam, in astonishment. “ Why, man, yo‘ done tol’ me dat in three weeks de tractuh would pay fo’ itself.” Foreman: “Now, Jones, what about carrying some more bricks?” Jones: "I ain’t feeling well; I’m trembling all over.” ”Well, then, hold the sieve.”

Great interest is being taken In the big musical recital and Olympiad to be staged in the Theatre Royal on Monday. August 4th. Among the artistes will be Madam Winnie Fraser,’ Mr Howard Foster, Mr Wilfred Kershaw, Mrs Percy Elworthy, and Mrs F. H. Ruddenklau, Mr R. A. Malcolm, and Lieut. W. H. Osborne. Mesdames G. A. Martin, A. S. Elworthy, altd G. Donaldson, are the accompanistes, and pupils of Mr Inglis W. Todd will comprise the orchestra. Gymnastic and physical culture exhibitions will be given under the direction of Mr F. H. Bradley,

All one price, 2/-. Cup, saucer and plate, all in fancy artistic designs. These are now on view in Porter’s No. 2 window, and are well worthy of inspection. The assortment in this tea T ware comprises a very wide range of choice, and only direct importing from the British manufacturers makes the big value price possible. An inspection of Porter’s windows and a walk through the huge emporium is always welcome

Twenty beautiful perennial flowering plants for twenty shillings; twelve named roses, a first-grade collection for fifteen shillings, or customers own selection for eighteen shillings. Cabbage, cauliflower and lettuce, peas, beans, onion, carrot and radish. All floral work as usual. P. G. Allen, seed merchant and nurseryman, Stafford St

A Record! The wonder values offered at Cameron’s have made this great mid-winter sale an outstanding record —a record in bargains and a record in trade. Come ,to Cameron’s tomorrow

For eiderdown quilt repairs' try R. P. Carter. 290 Stafford Street (next U.F.S. Dispensary). Old quilts entirely remade in new downproof cottons or satins, extra down added if required. Or your quilt can be re-covered in fadeless silk taffeta, double bed size* from 29/6. Our workroom is well equipped for this class of work, and a satisfactory job guaranteed. Are you interested in new eiderdowns? Our sale prices for these goods will astonish you; wellfilled quilts, single, from 19/6; double, from 25/6. Last few days of sale. R. P. Carter, furnishing specialist Souter’s offer another big boot sensation at their great sale. Men’s “Railway” boots, the recognised standard of service, comfort and protection at only 24/11 pair. If you are working outdoors, you need “Railway” boots. Souter’s, Stafford Street, Timaru. •.... SUCCESSFUL REMEDY FOR CATARRH. No longer is there any need to suffer the pain and embarrassment of nasal catarrh. Catarrhine offers a quick and effective relief for this unpleasant malady. When you use Catarrhine, the soothing vapours penetrate instantly to the seat of the trouble. . . . soothing and healing the inflamed and irritated membranes of the nose and throat, and dislodging congestion. Ayres, the chemist, gladly recommends Catarrhine. prepared by a noted London specialist. Buy a 3'6 bottle to-day from E. C. Ayres’, Ltd., Chemists, Stafford Street, Timaru

EXPRESS TRAIN TIMETABLE. DEPARTURES FROM TIMARU. For Christchurch Express trains 4.18 am. Mondays, Thursdays and Saturdays; 1.54 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays; 4.34 p.m. Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. For Dunedin—Express trains 1.30 a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays; 11.50 a.m. Mondays; 3.46 p.m. Wednesdays and Fridays. For Invercargill—ll.33 a.m. Tuesdays, Thursdays' and Saturdays. ARRIVALS AT TIMARU. From Christchurch—l. 23 a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays; 11.25 a.m. Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays; 11.42 a.m. Mondays; 3.38 p.m. Wednesdays and Fridays. From Dunedin—4.lo a.m. Thursdays and Saturdays; 1.46 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. From Invercargill—4.lo a.m. Mondays; 4.26 p.m. Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays.

J The primary schools’ annual seven- | a-side tournaments on Saturday offers I a particularly attractive programme. I In the football section of six grades, | ranging from senior (Bst) and country j (7st 71b) to the midget bantams (under ; sst). Sixty-seven teams are entered, j while another 65 teams are to take the j field in the girls’ basketball section. The tournament is almost the only opportunity presented during the ' year for parents to see their children playing the national games, and the 900 competitors who are drawn from all parts of the district. Arrangements are being made to have a loud speaker on the ground so that patrons may listen in to the broadcast of the third Test at Auckland. To-morrow, at 2 p.m., Morton and Co., Ltd,, will sell in their mart, on account of Mr J. Hunt, the whole of his superior household furniture and effects. Everything is in good order, and as Mr Hunt has left for Dunedin everything will be for unreserved sale. This day, at 1.30 p.m., Morton and Co., Ltd., will sell at 25 High Street, on account of Mrs A. Crawford, the i whole of her superior household furniture and effects; also large quantity of sundries At a meeting of the Pacific StarrBowkett Building Society held in Dun--1 edin last week, £3OOO was off. ;ed for | sale and ballot amongst shareholders. | In No. 5 Group a free ballot of £IOOO was drawn by cluster No. 52, held by a Dunedin shareholder. In No. 6 group, a free ballot of £IOOO was drawn by cluster No. 307, held by a Dunedin shareholder. A sale of a £IOOO in No. 6 group was bought by a Timaru and Dunedin shareholder at satisfactory prices. The chairman notified shareholders present that £3OOO would be offered for sale and ballot during August. in No. 4 and 7 groups and that ! the first free ballot in No. 8 group would take place early in September. H. Allchurch and Co. will sell at Trafalgar Street at 12.30 to-morrow, on , account of Mr Horace Broadhead, building and joinery tools, etc Commencing at 1.30 p.m. to-morrow, at Mere Mere Street, A. N. Oakey and Co. will hold a sale of mahogany and oak furniture for Mr A. M. Nicholson. At Thomsons’ sale the public find the advantage of solid comfortable goods at this compelling time of the year. Warm blankets, flannels, etc., are necessary, so are overcoats, good clothes, warm underwear. Thomsons’ sound numbers in last, a real necessity; No. 450 for genuine weight of warm, good stuff; 85, 4,5, 6, No. 60, D2l, and Dl7 for those who cannot wear the heavier stuff. Regular customers for both—at sale prices at present, in addition the trade discount for quantity always deducted; an easy process, quite simple, when you know how. 100 doz. warm winter sox, from the favourite Roslyn brand, spliced heel and toe, two pairs for 2/3, to any authentic number made, 1/3 up. Do not have chilblains or discomfort; try Thomsons’ goods at sale prices

An advertisement in this issue intimates that the Public Trustee as Fiscal agent of the Rural Intermediate Credit Board is prepared to accept money for investment on liberal terms. Investors will be supplied on application at any branch of the Public Trust Office with full information of the terms on which moneys will be accepted. Special terms have been fixed by the Board, which will suit investors of all classes, and varying periods have been fixed to suit the needs of special classes of investors “Got Excited.” Well, of course you can hardly blame a man for getting excited when he sees such magnificent bargains as Cameron is offering at his super mid-winter sale. .... Disturbance in City.—Quite a disturbance was caused in Stafford Street recently by a heated argument between two men. The subject of the argument was whether Cameron’s sale bargains were the best in Timaru. As the argument was undecided, we will let the public be the judge. What do you think of these three lines to be cleared at half-price: All pullover sweaters, cardigan jackets and lumber jackets at half-price. See window display THE TREATMENT of RHEUMATISM During the winter months, particularly, the system is more susceptible to rheumatism and kindred troubles. Ayres’ Rumatox is a scientific remedy, specially prescribed for the treatment of rheumatism, gout, etc. It gives instant and permanent relief to the worst cases, reduces the swelling and by eliminating the uric acid from the system, restores the body to health and vigour. It is equally effective for sciatica, lumbago, gravel, etc; 2/6 and 4/6 bottle. E. C. Ayres’, Ltd., Chemists, Stafford Street, Timaru Run no risk. Ask for Unique hot water bottle. Safest, strongest and best. A product of North British Rubber Coy. Look for name on stopper. (11)