THE SPORTS GIFT DEPOT.

Hauraki Plains Gazette, Volume XXXV, Issue 4791, 19 December 1924, Page 3

THE SPORTS GIFT DEPOT.

k ISAAC BROWN AND CO. » The well-known and highly-respect-ed firm of Isaac Brown and Co., of Thames, has recently opened up a branch business in Belmont Road, Paeroa. near the railway station. The local manager is Mr I. T. Amy, whb ’.s a practical tradesman and thoroughly understands the requirements of the different varieties of sport for which his firm caters. A splendid range of tennis racquets and accessories is at present being shown, and restringing of racquets in the best English Of Continental gut is one of the features of the business. The premises contain a fully-equip-ped workshop, and all repairs receive the personal attention of Mr Ainy. For those contemplating the purchase < of a cycle there are the famous HauC ' raki and Eagle machines, which are wholly manufactured by the firm, and every poriton of the bicycle carries the firm’s guarantee of reliability and satisfaction. Campers, picnickers, launch parties, and others are invited to inspect the Grippa portable gramophone, which is a perfect, well-balanced, deep-toned machine, and the chief advantage Settle pleasure that can be derived from it at a very small cost. The firm also stocks His Master’s Voice gramophones, and has a number to select from. Repairs to any make of machine will be, promptly attended to. Prams and push-chairs, and the new, handsomely desighed Rotoscillo sewing machine—the machine with the easy running movement —are also worthy of inspection. For the kiddies there is a wide range of unbreakable rubber toys, balls, tricycles, and dolls’ prams. “THE HASH.’’ ERNEST V. SLYFIELD. At “The Kash,” in Cullen’s Buildings, Belmont Road, particular attention is drawn to the high-toned fancy silk shirts, poplins, tobralco, and cordonia; also shirts in novelty stripes and while brocade effects. Canoe and p tennis style shirts for men and boys, soft collars, superior neckties from 2s 6d to 7s 6d each, are to be had in profusion. Fancy cajshmere half-hose, silk, linen, and lawn handkerchiefs, or knitted ties always prove acceptable Christmas gifts. Men’s tailorcut Fox’s serge suits, excellent tweed suits in sports style, or sac-shaped, are stocked ready for immediate wear,. Boys’ sports suits from size 5 to 18 in latest summer tweeds. For those who will travel the roomy, handtrunk or suit-case is suggested. . A select range of exclusive lines in lisle, cashmere, and silk hose for ladies is also being shown. Plainly marked and ticketed, the window displays of “The Kash’’ are always a delight to study. The service of this " bright store is backed by experience jind courtesy. One word more—shop fr eany. i ; FOR SERVICE. ■ BREN AN AND CO., LTD. This firm extends the Compliments of the Season to all its old friends and piospective patrons, and cordially invites them to visit the spacious and up-to-date garage, which ns open to the .public day and night. Ample -accommodation for motor-cars can be obtained, and also benzine and free air. Only skilled workmen are employed on the premises, and customers car. rely on getting the best of service in any class of repair work done in the garage. In addition to maintaining the Hauraki Plains mail and passenger service, this firm supplies taxis for hire, all steamers and trains met. and trips will be undertaken T to any part of the province. QUALITY ALWAYS. JOHN WALLS’ STANDARD. Once again Mr John Walls, Central Meat Mart, Arney Street, nas gone « a lot of trouble to cater adequately for the heavier side of the Christmas ■meals. At the recent stock sale Mr Walls purchased a line of splendid ''-lambs in prime condition, and despite the hiph prices ruling for this delectable meat, Mr Walls is retailing it cheaply for cash on the block; but he advfees, people to reserve their orders i early and save disappointment. Mr y Walls has established an enviable f reputation for the quality of the meat sold, and the usual high standard is being maintained this Christmas. CHRISTMAS PROVISIONS. ' WALLACE AND QO.’S VARIETY. _ The reason why Wallace and Co.’s Normanby Road, has become so popular with the public is because the groceries and other lines stocked by the firm are always fresh, clean, true tr label, with prices very moderate. Housewives would be well ad- ' vised to inspect the many new lineis.of Christmas provisions that are offerfl ing, including hams, plum puddings, novelty confectionery, muscatels, Jordan a’monds, preserved ginger, figs, and dates, and an exceptionally fine assortment of plain and fancy English and Colonial biscuits, as well as everything in the way of household groceries. household ironmongery, and labour-saving devices, together with all kinds of brushware. A useful assortment of the best English china has just come to hand, also glassware aiid English cut-glass. On glancing round the spacious premises many useful articles suitable for Christmas presents meet the eye. For the ladies there is a fine display of specially imported bags and purses of novel shapes and designs. The menfolk will be especially interested in the assortment of solid leather cigarette cases, tobacco pouches, wallets, and many other genuine value gifts. Delivery to all parts of the district is made daily, and the firm’s telephone num- ' ber is 46.