DO YOU KNOW—

Star (Christchurch), Volume LXVI, Issue 20221, 3 February 1934, Page 18

DO YOU KNOW—

ABOUT RADIO. THAT if your set is not fitted with connections for the attachment of a gramophone pick-up, that two connections can be fitted for the purpose. The method of connection varies with the different types of sets. THAT you can give your windows a brighter look by adding a little bluing to the washing water? Polish after they are dry with a chamois leather. THAT if you need an operation you hire a surgeon? Why not be as careful about your Radio Service or Repairs? We have specialised in Radio Service for nine years, and have precision instruments and a fully-qualified staff of mechanics. Direct Supply Co., 83, Cashel Street West, official service for Philips Radio. * :: ABOUT TENNIS. THAT you should not play tennis with a cheap racquet if you can afford a better one? Nevertheless, a cheap racquet with a good stringing is much better than a good racquet with cheap stringing. THAT a new idea is to serve fruit salad in the shell of half a grapefruit, serrating the edges with the kitchen scissors ? k 5*5 THAT it does not pay to replace broken strings on your tennis racquet when T. G. Anderson, of 148, High Street, can completely re-string it for 15s? This is a guaranteed job and has stood up in many cases to hard play for six months. See Anderson’s display of new season’s racquets—it will open your eyes. * 55 5*4 5*5 HOUSEKEEPING. THAT 6d purchases men’s stylish Semi-Stiff Collars at Cash Clothing Co.? Athletic Singlets (men's and O.S. sizes), Is, Is 6d, 2s; Men’s Shorts, elastic tops, Is Cd, 2s, 2s 6d. Only address; 109, Manchester Street. * THAT mint sauce is improved by putting two tablespoonfuls of boiling water over the mint and sugar ten minutes before adding the vinegar? 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. * 54 5*5 5*5 THAT tP prevent breakages when pouring hot liquids into glass ware, you should always put in a spoon or heat the glass first? t*s 5*5 5*5 THAT for expert Watch, Clock and Jewellery Repairs at reasonable prices, consult D. C. Shier and Co., 207, High Street? Tel. 35-722 for correct time. *

THAT now is the time to wash those blankets? Have you tried the Electric Bag Wash? You well be delighted with their careful and thorough work, and will appreciate having your blankets dried outside. Telephone 34-741, and they will call. X SC sc THAT when mending stockings you should always run the hole round the edge first? This makes the edges lie flat and draws the hole together, making it easier to darn. SC SC sc THAT Mrs Densem’s Summer Sale is now on? Dainty blouses to clear at 4s lid; also good quality Jumpers at 4s lid. Many other bargains. It will well pay you to call. Mrs Densem’s address is 184, Armagh Street (past Regent Street). SC SC sc THAT mahogany which has become marked should have oil rubbed on the marks first and then a little spirits of wine? Rub well afterwards with a clean duster and polish with furniture polish. THAT it’s Sale Time at the Corset Salon ? Bargains in all Foundation Wear. Wrap-on Sports 3s lid and 4s lid; back-lace deep fitting corsets, 25 to 28, reduced to 3s lid; front lacing, 10s 6d. Duncan and Lundy, " The Corset Specialists,” 169, Cashel St., app. Para Rubber Co. X X X 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. :c x x THAT half a pint of turpentine in a pailful of water is splendid for livening up a carpet? Dip the carpet broom in the water, shake well and go over the whole carpet twice. THAT wherever you go you will hear some word of praise for Tavener's Family Remedies? Our Pile Treatment is certain for irritating, inflamed, protruding or internal piles. Immediate relief assured. 3s 6d a tube Tavener, Chemist. 183, High Street * SC X x THAT if when making a fruit salad, you soak the oranges first in boiling water, letting them stand five minutes you wdll find that the white, pithy part will come off quite easily with the skin, ancr the orange is left clean for slicing ? Hair Dyes are dangerous. Vincent’s Double Strength Hair Restorer (guaranteed not a dye) is certain to return your white, grey or faded hair to its own natural shade. Excellent for removing dandruff. 2s ?oo° r r 3s 6d * P° sted - Tavener, Chemist, 183, Lower High Street, Christchurch. • :c x THAT raisins may be stoned easily by pouring some boiling water over and let them stand for two minutes? Then cut them open and press out the seeds between the finger and thumb.