DO YOU KNOW—

Star (Christchurch), Volume LXIV, Issue 934, 2 December 1933, Page 15

DO YOU KNOW—

ABOUT RADIO. THAT the earth lead and earth wire form part of the aerial system of the receiving equipment, and the wire connecting the receiver to earth should be at least as thick as the aerial wire and run as directly as possible to earth? 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 TENNIS. THAT T. G. Anderson, of 148, High Street, is recognised by leading tennis players to be the best stringer in Christchurch? He has strung racquets for the champions of New Zealand, who speak highly of his work. Give Anderson a trial. His telephone number is 41-269. * ABOUT HOUSEKEEPING. THAT you will enjoy shopping at Duncan and Lundy’s, the Corset Specialists—the best for correctly fitted Foundation Garments? Private fitting room. New practical Front Corsets now showing. The Corset Salon, 169, Cashel Street (opposite Para Rubber Co.) * :: THAT photographs which have become discoloured and dirty may be cleaned by rubbing methylated spirit over them? This should be done very quickly, and in a room without a fire or a naked light. THAT Catarrh and Head Noises can be permanently relieved by using Tavener’s Anti-Catarrh? A sufferer in Fiji writes for further supply, stating that the treatment is very efficient. One month’s treatment 3s 6d, or 4s 6d posted. Tavener, Chemist, 183, High Street. Christchurch. * THAT milk will not burn if a little sugar is sprinkled on the bottom of the saucepan in which it is heated? THAT for Christmas Gifts which will give lasting pleasure, consult D. C. Shier and Co., of 207, High Street, opposite Star Stores (Lower High St.) Watches, jewellery, and other worthwhile presents at really low prices. Call early and buy before the Christmas rush begins. * j.j j.j j.j THAT Mrs Densem (Ryland House) is showing some dainty Frocks in fashionable shades and colours? The price is only 12s 6d. Mrs Densem’s address is 184, Armagh Street. * THAT if cream will not whip stiffly, you should add a few drops of lemon juice ? THAT after a few weeks’ treatment with Vincent’s Double Strength Hair Restorer (not a dye), your grey or faded hair will be naturally restored to its own shade ? Double-sized bottle 2s 6d, or 3s 6d posted. Tavener, Chemist, 183, High Street. * THAT if lizard shoes are discoloured, you should rub them lightly with peroxide of hydrogen on a sponge? THAT £4 19s buys British-built “ Favourite ’’ Cycles—chromium-plated? Tyres guaranteed 12 months. Your old cycle taken in part payment. Juvenile Cycles £4 10s. Fred Cramp, next Majestic Theatre/ Manchester Street. * THAT if savoury stew is thickened with a spoonful of rolled oats instead of flour, it will be improved? 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 if, when cooking new potatoes, you add a little milk to the water in which they are boiled, they will taste much nicer?