NEWS AND NOTES.

Timaru Herald, Volume CXXV, Issue 18649, 19 August 1930, Page 2

NEWS AND NOTES.

Saturday evening saw a large number of enthusiastic skaters at the rink, Stafford Street North. The special item for the evening was a balloon race for ladies and men. Several heats were run off, and after some amusing and exciting finishes the winners in the finals were: Miss M. Stirling (ladies’ race) and Mr A. Strachan (men’s event). Skating is becoming very popular again, now that the weather conditions are improving.

This day at 1 p.m., Morton and Co. will sell on account of Mr Maurice Thompson, Beverley Road, his superior and antique furniture and effects (for absolute sale)

H. Allchurch and Co. advertise details of sale of carpenter’s stock-in-trade, new Beauty Ford car, Ford truck, and other lines, next Thursday, at Levels, at 1.30, in the estate of the late R. J. T. D. Searles

No contract has yet been let for the supply of machinery for the installation of a steam plant at Huntly to generate power while the Arapuni works are out of commission, but little delay is now expected in finalising matters. Mr W. Lee Martin (Labour member of Raglan) questioned the Minister of Public Works (Mr W. B. Taverner) on the subject in the House of Representatives yesterday. Replying, the Minister said certain quotations had been received for suitable machinery and plant, and Cabinet would shortly make a decision. A little delay had been caused in order to get additional information, mostly by cablegram from London, and that was now to hand.

The optimistic sale still proceeds at Morisons, Ltd. Three specials for this week are: 10/- a pair off all sizes in woollen blankets; 5/- in £ off towels, and 10-4 marcella quilts, 19/6 for 14/9, at 266 Stafford Street, Timaru

“ You should be proud of the fact that a New Zealander has to be asked whence he comes,” said His Majesty’s trade commissioner (Mr L. A. Paish). “You never can tell where a man comes from in New Zealand by his speech. I have travelled from Auckland to Bluff, and you all talk the same; there are no dialects.”

Suitings, fancy tweeds and worsteds, topmosts, indigo, brown, Venetian overcoatings, West of England’s materials marked first thing—in premises now. Saddle tweeds—orders come from North Island occasionally. In showroom, the jumper suits much in demand are showing attractive goods, 17/11 to about any moderate price required. Showing 32 nice new stylish suits, lumber jackets in active demand, summer season styles, dress skirts, fashionable lengths, famous khaki gaberdine trousers, gentlemen’s side, 14/6; biltex h hose, famous for wear; vedonis vests again—much appreciated, 3/6 up; capeline hats, pandons, panamas from the centres of fashion; bias tape 7fd. Do not miss this. Art silk laces, cream, choice designs, 21 up. Most of Thomsons’ goods escaped the new duties, so that, with discounts and concessions, there are almost no advance on previous figures. See cream doctor flannels 2/4i; indigo fine serges —gentlemen’s, ex Corinthic, to-day.— When money a little tight £7 15s completely tailored in our rooms, must meet the times

Direct importing from the manufacturers to Timaru wharf. That’s how it’s done. 21-piece English tea sets in 12 dainty patterns and designs to choose from, at 14/6. Hundreds of these wonderful value tea sets come and go each year from our emporium. Teapots, from late shipment, in sizes, medium 1/6, large 2/- and 2/3 in mottled brown and coloured bands, afford great money-saving values. Always the best for your cash at Porter’s emporium

The Climax! The last few days of Cameron’s great suit and overcoat sale will see a bevy of bargains offered. If you have not already visited Cameron’s, come at once

Now is the time to plant all descriptions of forest trees—flowering shrubs, roses, fruit trees, etc. My special collection of twelve assorted named roses for fifteen shillings, are the best growers, and are in bloom all spring, summer and autumn. All floral work as usual. P. G. Allen, nurseryman, Stafford Street

The World’s Most Expensive Malady. One of the most expensive maladies in the world is the common Cough or Cold. The germs of cold are no respecter of persons, waylaying with equal effect the worker or the King. The germs attack the membranes of the nose and throat and cause the irritation that starts the coughing. That’s the time you need a bottle of Ayre’s Cough Balm. This is a scientific remedy specially prepared to give healing, soothing relief to the most stubborn cold or bronchial trouble. Only 2/6 bottle at E. C. Ayres, Ltd., chemists, Timaru

If you are interested in up-to-date furnishing fabrics, see the new silk slub repps, in self colours, two tone colours, and jaspe effects, just opened. These make up into hall curtains, window curtains, fiat pelmets or pleated valences, cushions, etc., and for the small outlay (this material is 6/11 yd.) A great effect is obtained when used for any of these purposes. New silk floral nets, for side curtains and pleated valences are stocked in various colourings; while the assortment of silk bedspreads is w r ell worth your inspection. Advance showing of spring furnishings, at R. P. Carter’s, 290 Stafford Street (next Friendly Societies’ Dispensary).

Bill, the enginedriver, was a keen wireless fan. All his spare hours were given to building a new set, which he would proudly exhibit to his longsuffering friends when they called. One day his brother dropped in,, and Bill bore him off to look at the latest result of his handiwork. “Yes,” he said impressively, as he twirled the knobs, “I built it myself, you know.” “I can quite believe that,,” said the brother, with brotherly candour. “It whistles at every station.”

On Thursday next at 1.30, Morton and Co. will sell on account of Mr J. Falconer, Wilson Street, his superior furniture and effects. The furniture, which is equal to new, and of the best manufacture, will be for absolute sale

There are many societies and associations doing charitable work throughout New Zealand, but there is one which has reason to feel particularly proud of itself at the present time. That is the United Commercial Travellers’ Association of New Zealand, whose fund for the blinded soldiers and sailors has brought great happiness into a Christchurch home. During the second Somme engagement in 1918 one man had the misfortune to have a bomb burst close to his face, blowing the left eye out and piercing the right eye, leaving numerous small pieces of metal in his face. Since then he has been blind, with the exception that he could distinguish daylight and darkness. Recently he began to suffer violent headaches, and pieces of metal commenced to work through the eye. The Commercial Travellers’ Blind Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Fund took up the case, and sent the man to Dunedin to consult Sir Lindo Ferguson. A member of the association living near Dunedin looked after him while he was here. After a lengthy examination Sir Lindo ordered the blind man into hospital, stating that he would do his best. He did, and when the bandage was removed after the operation, the blind man remarked that he could see a little clearer. Next Sir Lindo tried various glasses and had spectacles made with the one most suitable. The result is that he can now see things close to him. He returned to Christchurch to see his four children, whom he had not clearly seen before. Though still unable to follow any occupation, his life will now be very much less monotonous.

The bravest among us sometimes suffer from cold feet, but not those of us who have a “Unique” hot water bottle. A British guarantee. 2.

Men, don’t miss Souter’s displays of shoes for warm weather. Prices are very moderate

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 teaware 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

Scientific Makes Healthy Reducing Possible.—The tendency to put on weight is giving trouble to many women who wish for a youthful, slim figure. Science, however, comes to their aid in producing a natural weight-reducer made from pure vegetable extracts. Ayres’ Obesity Ovaloids will enable you to lose from two to six pounds weekly in an absolutely safe and scientifice way. You will feel much stronger and healthier after this splendid treatment. Obesity Ovaloids, 6/6 bottle or three bottles 18/-, at E. C. Ayres, Ltd., chemists, Timaru. .. WHISKERS! About the only thing that comes to him who waits is whiskers. So touch the button men—Cameron’s sale offers a splendid hunting ground for you. Final days, final bargains. You have no conception of the bargains until you see Cameron’s windows. Men’s overcoats at half price EXPRESS TRAIN TIMETABLE. DEPARTURES FROM TIMARU. For Christchurch Express trains 4.18 a.m. 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, Thursdaj's and Saturdays.