NEWS AND NOTES.

Timaru Herald, Volume CXXXIV, Issue 18822, 10 March 1931, Page 2

NEWS AND NOTES.

The protest entered by the combinaed fruit growers of Canterbury against the increased freight charges for the carriages of fruit and vegetables on the railways has been received by the Minister of Railways, who states that he is unable to sanction any concession. At the meeting of the Canterbury Fruitgrowers’ Association on Saturday evening he wrote in these terms, givingas one reason the financial position of his Department. “The Royal Commission,” wrote the Minister, the Hon. W. A. Veitch, "which recently reported to the Government, noted the lowness of our fruit and vegetable rates and, in making its report, recommended that those rates should be increased. The rates now in force are as recommended by the Commission, and, in view of this, it is not possible, at the present juncture, to make any reduction.’’

There has been practically no salmon fishing in the Waitaki this season, due to the condition of the river, which has been discoloured and carry - ing a greater volume of water than usual, owing to the thawing of snow in the back country. At a recent meeting of the Waitaki Acclimatisation Society the opinion was expressed that an extension of the season should be applied for. Correspondence on the subject was received from the Waimate Societv stating that the Minister had rejected ihe proposal. The Waimate Society advised that they intended making further representations for an extension of the salmon-fishing season through the Member for the district. The meeting decided to apply to the Department of Internal Affairs for an extension of 14 days, and to ask the assistance of Mr J. A. Macpherson, M.P.

H. Allchurch and Co. advertise particulars of a sale of a freehold property, situated Craigie Avenue, which they are to hold next Friday at the Rialto

A. N. Oakey and Co. announce that at 1.30 to-morrow, at the Manse, Albury, they will conduct a sale of choice and practically new furniture and effects, under instructions from the Rev. A. Alexander, who is leaving for England. The firm give preliminary i notice of a sale of superior oak furniture and effects, at 15 Cain Street, on Tuesday, 17th March, under instructions from Mr C. R. Ingram, who is leaving Timaru Brocoli, savoy, celery and leek plants now ready in any quantity. All floral work made up from flowers freshly picked at the nursery, including funeral wreaths, crosses and sprays, wedding bouquets and posies.—F. G. Allen, nursery, Waimataital. Tel. 650. .. THIS MODERN SLIMNESS. To possess this modern slimness it is not necessary to diet and take harmful drugs, thus taking the risk of seriously undermining the health. The simplest way to possess a figure of charm and grace is to take Ayres’ Obesity Ovaloids. These are made from purely vegetable ingredients and I are therefore perfectly harmless. You can lose from 2 to 6 pounds weekly by this simple method, and you will feel much better in health also. Call on E. C. Ayres. Ltd., Chemists, Stafford Street South, for advice What you’ve been waiting for. Half price days at Cameron's. Never before such bargains in men’s suits and overcoats, boys’ clothing, men’s and boys’ underwear, men’s hats and neckwear. A couple of pounds spent at Cameron’s over the week-end will stock you up for the winter. Come along to-day and inspect some of the wonderful halfprice bargains

H. Allchurch and Co. have received advice that, owing to the rigid inspection at Apia of Samoan bananas, this shipment ex the Maui Pomare is very small, comprising only -1460 cases, whereas it was anticipated that 3000 cases would be shipped. This rigid inspect 1 on will ensure that all bananas come forward in first-class condition. The South Canterbury allotment should arrive to-morrow

Entire strangers—as well as our oWn people whom we expect—take a great interest in Thomsons’ stock, asking for odd things frequently, such as Titian Canvas, used for tables, 54-in. Printed Tablings, Crimson. Green, comfylooking and lasts. Dress lines advertised. Hosiery, Gloves, too, some special attribute which takes their fancy. Special things, too, in gentlemen’s— Collars, Ties, we are not surprised at this last, as Macintyre Hogg’s in Londonderry uphold the reputation of old Ireland, being well adjusted shapes and just it in the matter of exact colour, finish, and lustre. Gentlemen in Christchurch in north to Kingston in the south make a call for these frequently. These are just items, not to mention Coats. Every lady saves up to get one of Thomsons’ Coats, they are quite moderate in price, 27/6 to £7 2s 6d, highest almost, unless a few Fur makes are always required, a few £l2 12s to £43 10s, but the Tweed Coats with or without fur, and Satin Face Cloth the general public have always settled down to —in Bottle, Lido, Navy, Brown, Fawn, even Ashburton on a wet Saturday made it a business to select one or two. ..

Exciting fishing was experienced on the Ruahine Reef, Whangaroa, recently. Captain W. Roe. of England, was playing a lively swordfish, when it became suddenly tamed. On reeling the fish in, the angler found that its tail had been bitten off. At the moment that the launchman gaffed the fish a large mako shark appeared on the surface and took a firm hold of the hooked fish. Then commenced a keen tug-o’-war, and it was not until the boathook had been brought into use that the mako was beaten off. While the swordfish was being secured with ropes the mako again attacked and bit a huge mouthful from the swordfish. A third time the mako endeavoured to rob the angler of his catch, and it secured another piece of the prize before it was driven off. Two lines were immediately put over the side and in a short time the mako, which bore scars from the boathook, swallowed both baits. A great tussle ensued, and eventually the mako, which weighed 4501 b, was hauled on board. The badly-bitten swordfish turned the scales at 2551 b. On the same day Mr Stanley Ellis, of Hamilton, landed the first black marlin of the season. The fish, which made gallant fight to break away, weighed 6841 b.

One hundred pairs of Bostock and C. J. Clark’s Ladies’ Shoes are to be cleared for half price at Souter’s Summer Shoe Sale to-day. Big Bargains for to-day, at Souter’s. ..

LONDON SPECIALIST’S REMEDY FOR CATARRH.

To clear the nose and throat of catarrh, even in its worst forms, Ayrgi-Cataj-rhine will be found unfailing. This is a remedy made from the prescription of a noted London Specialist, who has spent many years in scientific research. By its use the delicate lining of the nose and throat is restored and nose-blowing and the dropping of discharge in the throat quickly disappear. Deafness, which often accompanies catarrh, also is relieved. Obtainable from E. C. Ayres, Ltd., Chemists, Stafford Street South, Timaru. EXPRESS TIME-TABLE. Departures from Timaru. For Christchurcn.—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. 8.30 ‘a.m., 4.50 and 5.52 p.m., Sundays only. For Dunedin.—2.2 a.m. Mondays. Wednesdays, and Fridays. 11.50 a.m., Mondays only. 3.46 p.m., Wednesdays and Fridays. For Invercargill.—ll.33 a.m., Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. Arrival* at Timaru From Christchurch.—l.ss a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. 11.42 a.m., Mondays only. 11.25 a.m., Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays 3.38 p.m., Wednesdays and Fridays. 11.35 a.m., 12.9 p.m. and 9.35 p.m. Sundays only. From Dunedin.—4.lo a.m., Thursdays and Saturdays. 1.46 p.m., Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. From Invercargill.—4.26 p.m., Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. 4.10 a.m., Mondays only.