THE GAS FIRE.

Hokitika Guardian, 2 January 1925, Page 2

THE GAS FIRE.

Xr, housework is so laborious am exacting as the laying and cleaning <> fires, producing as it does, an excess ol dust. annoyance and grimy bands. Frequently one risks colds and chills through sitting in an unairod room rather than light the coal fire. aftermath of dirty work acts as a deterrent to principles which one realises are essential to the maintenance of good lieatlli. The model’ll gas iire has a pleasing and refined appearance ami embodies all iho.se desirable attributes which ensure a perfect and hygienic service. It has the endorsement of medical science, and doctors invariably utilise them in their homes and in the surgery. The prejudice which was formerly entertained towards the gas fire is uow-a-days overcome and their installation can he confidently recommended as a la-bour-saving factor, economiser and radiator ol that glowing warmth that I,rings contentment in the family circle. Their convenience and adaptability must appeal to all. as you enjoy tlu-ir service for jii>t that jK-riod of time you consider necessary, and then just turn off the gas. if you have not thought of a New Year gift- to delight the folk at home, a gas fire installed would he one oi spec ial delight all the seasons round.

GISDOD X E AVATER SI DE. CISDnBXK. Detendier 31. In connection with the Cumberland loading, a meeting of the Disputes Commit tee was held this morning, hut the conference did little to dear up the unsatisfactory position. The workers’ representatives maintained that there was no concerted action amongst the men. and that they were quite individual in declining to work meat. The loading of wool proceeds uninterrupted. but by Afonday no cargo other than meat "ill be available.