DO YOU KNOW—

Star (Christchurch), Volume XLIV, Issue 495, 2 July 1932, Page 30 (Supplement)

DO YOU KNOW—

ABOUT RADIO. THAT there is a limit to the useful sensitivity of a receiver because of certain electrical disturbances in the air? No matter how weak the disturbances are, they are more powerful than the signals from extreme distance stations. THAT for Repairs to all makes of Radio Sets and Radio Service, communicate with Direct Supply Co., 83. Cashel Street West? Official Service Dept, for Philips Radio. THAT distance reception is often made impossible by one bad point somewhere in the aerial circuit or inside the receiver? The same result may come from a short circuited or wet lightning arrester. THAT if your set is not functioning right you should have it repaired by a qualified Radio Technician? Telephone 30-378—E. G. Shipley, Manchester Street, near Cashel Street (a qualified Radio Technician by Government Exam.). ABOUT MOTORS. THAT the first shipment has been made of yellow birch from Canada to be used in the building of British motor.cars. * THAT for any repairs your car may need, whether your car is an old model or the latest limousine, only the most skilled labour is used? Cars called for and delivered. Charges very moderate. Thorn Bros., Hereford Street. Telephone 33-204. “• ABOUT HOUSEKEEPING. THAT an inexpensive and reliable method of curing troubles in your electrical installation is to ’phone 41-299. for 11. G. Butcher, 11, Rosewarne Street, Spreydon?

THAT if a white blouse is stained under the arms it can be cleaned by putting it to soak for half an hour in warm water, to which a little ammonia has been added? Use no soap, as

soap merely sets the stain. Wring out, and if the mark has not gone, squeeze a little lemon juice on to it. and rinse in clean warm water. After wards wash in the ordinary wav.

THAT by paying fpr Shredded Weight only you must. save money on Marmalade? Sliced fine as a thread if required; 5d lb over 31b (and delivered). O.S.D. Fruit Mart, 66, Oxford Terrace. ’Phone 36-155.

THAT pastry brushes that have been dipped in egg for glazing pastry should always be washed in cold water? If hot water is used it sets the egg, which is then difficult to remove from the bristles.

THAT a ]slumber in time saves the furniture? The Walton Plumbing Co.. Ltd., is noted for “ Sen-ice.'’ Their address is Gloucester Street (opposite Christchurch “Star.') Telephone 34-427.

THAT when butter will not spread easily, turn a heated bowl upside down over the butter dish for a few minutes? This will soften the butter without melting it.

THAT men’s first class made to measure suits, from own material, cost only 42s 6d (including fit on) at :he Cash Clothing Co., 109. Manchester Street (next Dodd’s Cafe). *

THAT eggs will not break when poached if a little vinegar is a ided to the water?

THAT now is the time to have you last season’s Furs renovated and r<

paired? Consult James Mac Gibbon. 154 a, Armagh Street. The prices are reasonable, but the work is always of the highest quality.

THAT Queen puddings can be varied by using a foundation of half cake and half breadcrumbs? Replace the usual jam by lightly sweetened stewed fruit, or use some of the delicious tinned fruit.

THAT W. P. Ingham is the man for all your Electrical Jobs, large or small? Ingham still has a few- 14s 9d Radiators, great value, English manufacture too. 15, Templar Street. Avonside. *

THAT the backs of silver brushes may be kept bright by rubbing them with a flannel dipped in ammonia?

THAT Johnnie Hotpoint announces! Price Reductions? Model R 39 large family cooker was £29 15s, now £27. The National Electrical and Engineering Co., Ltd., 150, High St. (Lower). * THAT when cooking cabbage remember that to put soda in the water in which it is boiled destroys the vitamin value of the vegetable? THAT Brftish-made Electric Clocks which keep accurate time at a cost of Is 6d per year, can hi* bought for 555? See Display in Window. D. C. Shier and Co.. Jewellers, Regd. Opticians, 207. High Street. Phone 35-722. THAT for the bottom of table and dresser drawers use white oilcloth instead of paper; it locks better. is easily kept clean with a damp cloth, and does not harbour dust? THAT to save money on your Meat Bill all you have to do is buy in future direct from the Wholesale Meat Co.’s Rooms in Manchester Street, opp. Pvne and Co? Just around corner from Jones M’Crostie. * THAT a pinch of bicarbonate of soda added to stewed fruit considerably lessens the amount of sugar required? THAT to protect your roof and other I iron work this winter use Fishoilene Mix (Fishoilac, all colours), which has unequalled preservative and spreading qualities. This will save you money, as Rust is very costly indeed. THAT lace curtains can be stiffened by adding a tablespoonful of methylated spirit to every gallon of water in which they are washed? This also has a whitening effect. THAT to show- an appreciation of its increasing popularity The Corset Salon is now' offering to its many clients a charming Wrap-on Corset in silk broche. insets of silk elastic, priced at 255? Originally' 455. Suitable for the average figure. We invite you to take advantage of this unusual value and our Specialised Fitting Service. Note the address: 169 a, Cashel Street, near Manchester Street. Mrs Duncan, Miss Lundy. *

THAT a good-sized mirror in a gilt frame will lighten a dark hall or room? THAT carrots, beetroots and parsnips can be preserved in dry sand or earth in a dark cellar? THAT there is no need to delay having a lock replaced or key made ? Let 11. B. Jones do it ior you at inexpensive cost. Door-key’s from Is 6d. Quick efficiency' always. Inquiries welcomed st Colombo Street. ’Phone THAT a white mark on a polished table from a hot plate or dish can often be removed by' rubbing it with camphorated oil? THAT football is New Zealand’s national game, and that N. W. Robinson is best for Football Jerseys? Read this, for example: Double-strapped Cotton Jerseys, in all colours, for 6s lid. N. W. Robinson’s address is M’Kenzie’s Arcade, High Street. THAT instead of using plain water for making jelly, dissolve the jellysquares .in the ordinary' way with boiling water, then add the juice cf an orange or lemon ? THAT smocking requires very careful ironing? Place the iron in an upright position, resting on its heel. Draw the smocking across the toe of the iron, on the wrong side of the material.