DO YOU KNOW—

Star (Christchurch), Volume LXVI, Issue 20233, 17 February 1934, Page 30 (Supplement)

DO YOU KNOW—

ABOUT RADIO. 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., S 3, Cashel Street West, official service for Philips Radio. * ABOUT TENNIS. THAT you should never change a winning game, but always try to change a losing one? 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. * ABOUT HOUSEKEEPING. THAT soap for household use should be bought some time before it is required? If cut into conveniently sized pieces and left for some time the moisture evaporates and the soap lasts much longer. !'» J*» tv 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 to keep cornflour from getting lumpy, when making blancmange, the milk should be added while it is hot instead of boiling to the mixed cornflour? Stir the flour well while adding the milk, and then the mixture should be returned to the saucepan immediately. </* „ „ „ THAT for expert Watch, Clock and Jewellery Repairs at reasonable prices, consult D. C. Shier and Co., 207, High Street, who are noted for their efficient workmanship? Tel. 35-722 for correct time. * THAT a good pastry glaze without eggs can be made as follows? To one tablespoonful of brown sugar add two tablespoonfuls of milk. Boil them together until the sugar is dissolved, and then cool. Brush over the pastry with this before putting it in the oven, and it will produce a beautiful brown crust. 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., opp. Para Rubber Co. * THAT irons made of steel are apt to become rusty when not in use? To prevent this coat them with saltless fat, such as lard, or heat the iron and then rub them all over with candle ends before putting them away. The grease is easily removed by washing the irons in very hot water, afterwards drying thoroughly. THAT delicious cream may be made at a moment’s notice by means of a new cream-maker? You merely take a lib of butter and 1-pint of miik, and in a few seconds you have Is worth of cream. Enquire Fishoilene Co., 176, Hereford Street. Tel. 33-972. * 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. * THAT Mrs Densem’s Sale is in full swing? Still further reductions in Frocks, Blouses, Hose, etc. A call will well repay you. Mrs Densem’s address is 184, Armagh Street (near Regent Street). *