IMPROVEMENT IS REFLECTED IN CHRISTMAS TRADE.

Star (Christchurch), Issue 18643, 21 December 1928, Page 10

IMPROVEMENT IS REFLECTED IN CHRISTMAS TRADE.

LONDON HAPPY OVER BETTER NEWS OF KING. (Received December 21, 1.30 p.m.) LONDON, December 20. The news of the past couple of days, so happily confirmed by to-day’s bulletin, is further strengthened by the fact that the doctors did not deem it necessary to issue a night bulletin. This had a remarkable effect on the whole coun-

try. In fact it may, at last, be considered that his Majesty is out of immediate danger, and that slow but steady improvement seems assured.

This has come as a veritable tonic on the eve of Christmas festivities and wiil have far-reaching effects. Inevitable complications, as the result of such a dangerous illness, have been felt over the whole of England and the greater part of Europe.

Trade, generally so brisk at this particular season, had reacted to the disadvantage of big and small traders alike. Thousands of big festivities were on the point of cancellation.

The good news was discernible on the countenance of London crowds yesterday and to-day, and that London is crammed with eager shoppers is exceedingly cheering. Proof of his Majesty’s improvement is told in connection with the party for disabled soldiers at Buckingham Palace. Not only was the King aware of its progress, but twice during the course of the day he asked how it was progressing, and expressed hope that the men were enjoying themselves, and asked if they were getting everything. Following this afternoon’s bulletin, Dr Howitt and Dr Woods again administered ray treatment. Sir Stanley Hewett, Lord Dawson, Sir Humphrey Rolleston, Sir Francis Buzzard and Sir Stanley Rigby were in consultation for ninety minutes. The latter four left the palace at 8 p.m.—Australian Press Association.