DO YOU KNOW

Star (Christchurch), Volume LXIV, Issue 851, 26 August 1933, Page 32 (Supplement)

DO YOU KNOW

ABOUT RADIO. THAT it is often found that signals will be received best from a direction opposite to that in which the aerial runs from the receiving set? If the aerial end points westward, best reception may be from the east. Unless the aerial is at least 100 ft long it will show practically no directional effect. THAT over 2300 radio sets of various makes have been repaired in our service department? Only precision equipment used and fully qualified staff of mechanics. Direct Supply Co., Cashel Street, West. Official Service Philips Radio. * ABOUT HOUSEKEEPING. THAT a new frying pan should be “proved” before it is used? This is done by sprinkling a tablespoon of sait over the pan and then heating over a very low fire. Rub the pan well with a ball of kitchen paper, then remove the salt and melt a little lard in it. Pour this away and your pan is ready for use. THAT you can make your fowls lay more eggs by giving them Vincent’s Winter Egg Producer. Is and 2s 6d per tin—a certain tonic for your poultry? Tavener, Chemist, 183, High Street, Christchurch. * THj\T several layers of felt bound together with wide tape or webbing make excellent kneeling pads, being soft and an excellent protection for the knees?

THAT the latest Foundation Garments are now showing at The Corset Salon? Charming models in new colourings. Ask to see the Nu-back and Two-way Stretch Elastic Corsetry. Corsets repaired and refitted at moderate cost. Note the address: 169 a, Cashel Street, near Manchester Street. Mrs Duncan and Miss Lundy, Corset Specialists. THAT if a knife is repeatedly dipped into hot water while being used for icing a cake, it will make the icing glossy ? THAT for expert Watch, Clock and Jewellery Repairs at reasonable prices, consult D. C. Shier and Co.? Their address is 207, High Street, opposite Star Stores, Lower High Street. * THAT an excellent floor stain for wood is made by dissolving Vandyke crystals (obtainable very cheaply from any chemist) in hot water? The amount of hot water you will need to add depends entirely on the colour you want. THAT Mrs Densem is now showing Hose in the newest spring shades, priced from 2s lid to 9s lid? Mrs Densem’s address is 184, Armagh Street (Ryland House). * THAT plaster of paris is splendid for filling holes in walls, but that you should mix it with vinegar instead of water, because water will harden it before you have time to push it in the hole? THAT if you wish to cut your meat bill down, visit the Wholesale Meat Co.’s rooms, in Manchester Street, opposite Pyne and Co.’s, near Cashel Street. *

THAT a man’s suit which has been scorched while pressing should have the scorch covered with a thick cream made by mixing ordinary starch with hydrogen peroxide? Allow it to dry and then brush off. sponging afterwards with clear or borax water. THAT bargain-hunters should not miss Cash Clothing Co.’s Sale? Men’s smart sports suits, coat and trousers, 17s 6d (only few left) ; men’s Napp trousers 4s lid; youths’ hard-wearing knickers 2s lid, at 109, Manchester Street. * THAT your seeds need the protection of Vincent’s Double Strength Poisoned Wheat, Is 6d. Certain death to birds, rats and mice. Procurable N.Z. Farmers’, Mason Struthers, Reese Bros, and Tavener, Chemist. * THAT silk stocking which have been rinsed in .slightly soapy instead of clear water will not ladder nearly so quickly, and if they should ladder will not run so badly? THAT 5s lid buys Men’s Smart Felt Hats, latest styles and shades, at Cash Clothing Co.’s Great End of Season Sale? Men’s Odd Felt Hats, mostly large sizes, 2s 6d (almost given away). 109, Manchester Street, City. * THAT newspaper torn into small pieces and dampened can be used in the same way as tea leaves, to clean ■ the dust out of carpets? Sprinkle well! over the carpet and brush up with a good stiff brush. THAT the Electric Bag Wash costs only 2s 6d per bag (coloureds and whites) independent wash. Telephone 34-741. Blankets carefully washed. Is 6d per pair. *