Christmas Cheer.

Woodville Examiner, Volume XIV, Issue 2610, 23 December 1896, Page 2

Christmas Cheer.

AROUND THE SHOPS. Montkith Bros. Monteith Bros's display of seasonable goods is choice, and very well assorted, the grocery window being full and stocky with the many good things looked for at 'Xmastide. The window is dressed in a very creditable manner. Their clothing window is replete with garments in the well-known make of Kuiapoi, Mosgiel, and Wellington Co.'s goods, a special feature being a fino display of tennis and cricketing shirts, ties, scarves, &c. On entering the shop we were at once struck by the dazzling appearance of of the shilling table. This for value is quite equal to anything we ever saw in any of the cities, the goods being of a very useful description, and we predict big business for the enterprising firm. Wo next inspected the 1/6, and 2/6 and miscellaneous tables, and they undoubtedly contain fine values. Wo were shown a beautiful assortment of tea sets just landed. They are exceptionally cheap, and pretty in design. The firm's stock of linoleums is very much in evidence, and for quantity, qualities and designs should command good business. London House. This establishment appears to be fully stocked with everything up to date. One window is tastefully decorated with the latest novelties in dress materials, ladies hats, &c, and the other with men's mercery of all descriptions. Upon entering the shop wo were struck with the enormous bulk of the stock, and upon closer inspection we were equally impressed with iho splendid variety of the ranges in each particular class of goods. The large, well-lighted showroom was tastefully laid out, and appeared to include everything of the newest. Our attention was called tc goods in each department, which were being sold enormously below the prices originally marked on them, and wo wore informed that these were remaining portions of " Bowen's Bankrupt Stock." For instance, in the men's department, wo were shown men's colonial tweed suits at 21s, and regatta shirts at 2s lid. These had originally been 82s Gd and 4s ( .)d respectively. We were informed that the same applied to numerous lines nil over the establishment. Altogether we were impressed with the fact that in these times of limited income the correct thing is to have a look at the lines offered by this old established firm. Entering the grocery portion of tho business, we found tho hands very busy catering for tho wants of the public in Christmas fruit, &c. We were informed thud want of space prevented them from laying out Is and 2s 6d tables. However, tho fancy articles appeared to be both useful and ornamental. In this department the window has been made to look particularly enticing. The Bon Maeche. Tho attractive display of the season's novelties at the Bon Marche is giving most deserved attention, comprising as it does all that is the newest and best in the most approved productions of the season. In the dress department, Mr Sandlbrd has just opened out a fresh supply of some of the prettiest productions it has been out lot to inspect, and in washing dress fabrics, they have unquestionably the most elaborate and magnificent range of choice. Prints, crepone, satteens, muslius, leuos in all colors and patterns. Tho show-room presents a most attractive appearance, the display of millinery goods, tho new beefeater straws, blouses, mantles, sunshades, infants millinery, all combining to produce a most brilliant effect, and has already received a largo measure of unqualified praise. The gentlemen's clothing and mercery departments will bo found replete with every novelty. The beautiful range of colourings in gentlemen's silk and tennis shirts do this most popular establishment tho credit it deserves. Ross Bros. This firm promises a good display of prime meat this evening. The attraction to-day in tho shop was the.largest carcase of a sheep wo ever saw. It is a Lincoln Eomney wether, 6-tooth and was bred by Mr H. Montieth, sen. It measures sft. in length, and is4ft4in round the girth. The modest sum of sixpence is charged for a guess at the weight, and tho nearest guesser gets tho carcase. Whisper, the Weight is 1411bs. H. Mysc'UTT. Although Mr Muscutt has been holding a clearing sale for tho past two weeks, there are a few good and useful articles still for sale. It. E, Gkinlinton's. This establishment" is full to the door of a great assortment of furnishings, Mr (lirinlmton ' hus just opened out a fine collection of E. V. ware and cuttlery, and as he imports direct from the Home market, customers can rely on Retting a-'first-class article at reasonable cost. In this establishment are to be seen some of the finest linoleums and floorcloths to be seen hi the colony. W. BU9»'B. In Mr Bliss's boot shop is displayed a irjpgnificent stock of boots and shoes in anticipation ot the (Jiiristmas trade. I He has just opened out some beautiful !

lines in ladios tan boots und shoes, which should he inspected. There is also a good display of good* made up with the celebrated Kangaratta leather. W. Loader's. This old established shop is again to the fore with a splendid stock, imported direct from the manufacturers, of English aud Colonial ladies' and gent's saddles, single and double buggy harness, handsome bridles, and all other trade requisites, which Mr is silling at extremely low prices. A visit to this establishment will not be regretted. V H. MoHTEN.SKN'S. Mr Mortensen's window is a pretty sight. In it are displayed lovely ornamental and useful articles, comprising handsome rings, brooches, scarf pins, gold and silver watches, gold and silver alberts, and a very fine selection of electro-plated ware. Stack Bnos'. Messrs Staco Bros, have on view in their well-arranged window both English and Colonial made saddles and bridles, single and double harness, and all other necessary articlts. E. Harms'. Mr Harris's confectionery shop is full of toothsomo delicacies, and the display of cakes is enough to make one's mouth water. Thors is also a fine assertment of fruits. Mrs Davies'. Mrs Davies' millinery shop is replete with lovely articles for ladies and children. Mrs Driscoll's, This shop is bubbling over with all kinds of toys and useful articles suitable for Christmas presents, and good business should be done in this shop this Christmas. Woodville Boot Palace. As usual, this establishment has on view full stocks of all leading and fashionable lines of ladies and gents boots aud shoes in tan, French calf, krupp, glazed and calf kids. Both ladies and gent's boots and shoes are made up in the renowned Kangarette leather so well advertised by this firm. Mr Nicholas invites inspection. Mr. Troup's. Mr Troup is not making any great display this Christmas, owing to the warm weather, and the holiday occurring so late in the week. However, the beef, mutton, lamb and pork in the shop are all of prime quality, Mr Troup has also all kinds of poultry. Mr Isles'. There is a good show of confectionery and all kinds of cakes in Mr Isles' shop. W. Bowden's. In anticipation of a large trade being done during the holidays, Mr Bowden has rented the shop adjoining his own, and he has stocked it with a wonderful collection of all descriptions of toys, over which Father Christmas, surrounded by a horse shoe in holly, presides. There is a gallery of dolls of every size and price. But what delighted us most was the large quantity of dainties in fancy chocolate—but you must go into the shop aud see for yourselves. C. Hall's. This shop is simply overflowing with novelties, and is looking beautiful. In it will be found a varied assortment of toys, fancy goods, ornaments, Xmas aud New Year cards —in fact, everything that the most fastidious could want.