NEWS AND NOTES

Timaru Herald, Volume CXXXVIII, Issue 19985, 18 December 1934, Page 2

NEWS AND NOTES

“You have almost made us feel as though we had not stirred from home,” said Mr Malcolm MacDonald, in reply to the civic welcome to his sister and himself in Wellington. “We have had the music of the bagpipes and the music of the Scottish accent, and the only thing that makes us realise we are not at home is that you have said some very kind things about us.” (Laughter.) He had the happiest recollections of his first visit to Wellington, and during the ten years since then he had been telling his friends at Home that New Zealand was one of the most beautiful lands with one of the best climates in the world, and that Wellington had as fine a situation and as beautiful a view as any other capital city. He had been glad to find that his memory had not failed him, and that everything he had said was true. His previous visit had been marred by one regrettable incident. It was here that he was first led astray and taken on to a racecourse. (Laughter.) He had put all his money on a horse called Debate, a name which he thought was a good omen, and it had come in fourteenth. (Renewed laughter.) Naturally, as a Scotsman, he had regretted it ever since. This time he had not come to argue and debate, but to keep his mouth shut and his eyes and ears open.

The Railway Department by advertisement in this issue draws attention to Christmas and New Year train arrangements.

Flags were flown on the Timaru Post Office and the Borough Council Chambers yesterday in honour of the 84th anniversary of the arrival of the “First Four Ships,” on December 15. 1850.

The following ladies staffed the tea rooms at the South School gala on Saturday: Mesdames W. Green, W. Gibb, H. Simmons, J. Pyke. H. Clausen and F. Smith; drinks and ice cream, Misses Smith, Irwin and Mr F. Lowry.

Mr H. K. Fountain, a Christchurch dentist, has invented a life-saving machine for resuscitating the apparently drowned. The machine which consists of cylinders of oxygen and carbon dioxide with a mask for the patient, was demonstrated at Sumner during the week-end. The apparatus folds into a box and is light and easily handled.

With a view to augmenting the funds in connection with the forthcoming Pipe Bands’ contest, the executive is holding a series of dances, and on Saturday evening there were 63 couples in the Scottish Hall. The liberal public support (considering the inclement weather) was evidence that patrons appreciated the excellence and objects of the entertainment. Two free return motor trips to Christchurch were won by Mr and Mrs J. Burns. Miss Eddington was awarded the pri2e in the innovation dance. In the men’s section Mr Bell was succesful. Bright music, a well prepared floor and an appetising supper concluded a happy evening’s pastime.

The Ritz Dance Club was again the rendezvous for lovers of dancing last Saturday evening, when a large number enjoyed four happy hours. A special attraction for the ladies was the Monte Carlo prize—a permanent wave—donated by Miss F. Gordon. The The winner was Miss J. Mcßeth. Other prize-winners were:—Misses S. Wade, A. White, Wooding; Messrs Cundall, Howe, Copland and Laplanche.

The importance of a school’s work in developing unified personalities was stressed by Mrs C. L. Young, headmistress, at the prize-giving ceremony of St. Margaret’s College (Christchurch) last week. “We want harmonious development of spirit, mind and body,” said Mrs Young. “Since, however, none of these can be fully developed apart from the others, we must contrive a co-operative training in which those responsible for dealing with any one aspect will always remember that there are the other two as well. If we can accomplish this most

Christmas Gifts—British Xylonite ware in pink and white, manicure sets 4/- to 25/-, bath salts 1/6, 2/6, in fancy bottles and jars, fancy soaps 1/6 to 4/6 box, cameras 7/6 upwards, perfume sprays 1/6 upwards. Ladies’ handbags, a large assortment at greatly reduced prices. Gents’ military hair brushes in cases, wonderful value. Old English lavender water, all makes, 1/6, 1/9, 2/-. 2/6, 3/6, 4/6, 5/-, 5/6, to 12/6. Gents’ shaving bowls 3/-, 3/6, 4/6, 6/-, 6/6. Face powders, all the latest creations and perfumes. E. C. Ayres, Ltd.. Chemists, 78 Stafford Street South, Timaru. ...

Christmas Gifts—Make your first call at E. C. Ayres, Ltd., Chemists, and choose your presents from our extensive new stocks (just arrived). We have a fine selection of presents for ladies and gents, at prices that defy competition. Inspect our window display. We also carry a good stock of cameras and all leading makes of films. Developing and printing prices have been revised, and are the cheapest in town. Expert workmanship. E. C. Ayres, Ltd., chemists, 78 Stafford St. South, Timaru. ..

Ladies while calf walking shoes in court and strap, cuban heel, for 11/6 a pair, at Souter’s shoe store’s removal sale

James’ foot powder; a cooling, healing and antiseptic powder for the feet. It checks excessive perspiration and destroys offensive odours. Shake a little into your shoes in the morning and have easy comfortable feet all day. Price 1/-, from L. B. James, prescription chemist, Timaru