DO YOU KNOW—

Star (Christchurch), Volume LXVI, Issue 20266, 28 March 1934, Page 14

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., 83, Cashel Street West, official service for Philips Radio. * THAT the adjustments on a superheterodyne receiver are so critical that a hairsbreadth in adjustments often means the difference between perfection and dismal failure? Accurate adjustment* cannot be made unless one has the necessary experience and equipment for adjusting such a set. ABOUT HOUSEKEEPING. THAT Mrs Densem is now showing new season’s Coats and Frocks at very reasonable prices? A call will repay you. Mrs Densem’s address is 184, Armagh Street (near Regent Street). * THAT a tablespoonful of vinegar added to the water in which meat is stewed or boiled will make the toughest meat tender ? :: THAT it is dangerous to dye grey or faded hair? Vincent’s Double Strength Hair Restorer (not a dye), a Specialist’s Prescription that is certain to restore grey or faded hair to its natural colour, positively harmless, guaranteed to remove dandruff, 2s 6d or 3s 6d posted. Tavener, Chemist, 183, High Street, Christchurch. * THAT if the fire is dull and smoky and you want to boil or grill some food, throw on a small handful of rock salt and it will soon clear? THAT delicious cream may be made at a moment’s notice by means of a new cream-maker? You merely take a Bb of butter and hpint of milk, and in a few seconds you have Is worth of cream. Enquire Fishoilene Co., 176, Hereford Street. Tel. 33-972. * THAT candle ends can be used for fires that won’t burn, or for stirring into starch to make your linen glossy? THAT 2s 0c! buys Men’s Smart Fur Felt Plats (all'shades) at Cash Clothing Co.? Get in early on these! Also rare bargains in Men’s Odd Coats, dark shades, 17s 6d only. 109, Manchester Street. * 1 HAT window and mirrors can be cleaned with thin cold starch, which is wiped off with a soft cloth after being allowed to dry thoroughly? THAT Tavener, the Chemist, 183, High Street, has landed a large shipment of elastic stockings, elastic bandages, crepe bandages and dressings? Make an appointment and secure one of these perfectly fitting supports at a very low cost. Use “ Varicura ” for all skin troubles. * :: THAT dried orange skins are excellent for helping to light vour fire in the morning, as also are lemon skins? The oils in these skins encourage a quick flame. THAT you should save yourself the worry of wash day ? Let the Electric Bag Wash do your washing. You will be delighted with their work. Whites and coloureds, 2s 6d bag. Collecttd and delivered. Each bag treated separately. Telephone 34-741. * THAT when making a lot of sandwiches, if the butter is dropped ~into a bowl containing water warmed sufficiently to remove the chill and no more, the buttir will soften without turning greasy, and will spread more easily ?