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Waikato Times, Volume 103, Issue 17326, 11 February 1928, Page 15 (Supplement)

The Duke of York as well as his sailor brother, Prince George, almost invariably gives books to his closest friends. Here again the Queen’s example is followed, the brothers making their purchases' at a certain famous Piccadilly bookshop. There is a broad line of demarcation, however, in the Princes’ choice of literary fare. The younger brother orders new fiction and memoirs. The Duke of York’s taste, like his father’s, inclines emphatically towards history; and, in addition, to political, sociological, and philosophical works. By way of complete variety, these are supplemented by wonderfully illustrated volumes. Prince Henry inherits Queen Mary’s love of china and glass, though books also have a big place in his shopping list. These three items have been his main purchases this year. Princess Mary’s shopping range is inllnite; from lumpers of groceries for folk of limited means to fans and shooting-sticks, to mention but two of a galaxy of gifts, for her own friends. She haunts the toyshops too both on behalf of the children of her own world and of the big world outside which she brightens every Christmastide. for countless kiddies, with her generous gifts. * * * * When darning a jagged tear, an embroidery hoop for holding the piece to he mended will be found very helpful in avoiding stretching the tear out of shape.