A.t Tattersall's, Knightsbridge, in May, among tho interesting lots offered was tho historic "Old Times" coach winch Jim Selby, the famous whip, drove from London to Brighton and back for. a wnger of ,£IOOO to .£SOO on July 18. 1888. Starting from the White Horse Cellar, Piccadilly, Selby accomplished tho journey to tho Old Ship, Brighton, and back in 7 hours 50 minutes, winning tho'wnger with'ten minutes to spare. In Tattersall's Yard, the old-fashioned yellow and black vehicle was an object of great interest, 'and many old sportsmen' #no (Oaching men came to inspect, it. Tho chief bidders were Lord Leconfield and Mr. J, B. Aspinall, and it was knocked down to the latter for £7S 15s. About 25,000,000 pounds of olothing, medical and other supplies, are being distributed by the American Red Cross among destitute inhabitants of Balkan countries. Don't you think that hat of yours has dono you good sorvico during the winter? Wo have just vcccixod a consignment of Men's Very Smart Soft Felt Hats, latest shapes, popular shades. Remarkable valuo in all men's lines. Tho Stoio whero the stocks aro always good. Davis ana Plater, Outdtters, 210 Lambton Quay, Wellington.—Advt. Comfort with Neatness.—Splendid range of Soft Collars in good hardwearing material, moderately priced at Is., Is. 3d., Is. Gd. to 2s. 3d. Geo. Fowlds, Ltd.—Advt. THE FOLDING CORKSCREW ' Wan worth a fortune to tho inventor. Simple ideas often bring famo and fortune to ilie inventor. Have you an idea? If you have, call or write for our free booklet, "Advice to Inventors." Henry Hughes, Limited, Patent Attorneys, 157 Fcatherston Street, Wellington.—Advt. Use "NAZOL" and you won't keep a bad cold or soro throat above a day or two, Acts liko a charm. Get a bottle I TO-lDAY.—Advt. 1
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Dominion, Volume 12, Issue 12, 28 July 1919, Page 4
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292Page 4 Advertisements Column 5 Dominion, Volume 12, Issue 12, 28 July 1919, Page 4
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