BUYING FOR CHRISTMAS.

Hauraki Plains Gazette, Volume XXXVI, Issue 4918, 21 December 1925, Page 2

BUYING FOR CHRISTMAS.

DISPLAY IN THE SHOPS. RETAILERS’ CREDITABLE EFFORT Where to Make Purchases. For the past week the local shopkeepers have been busily er gaged filling orders and attending to the wants of numerous .. customers. Well-stocked shelves and counters lie behind the . enticing displays in the shop windows, and those in search of-’ seasonable gifts have an almost bewildering variety from which fj , to choose. The principal pleasure of Christmas is to gladden the *... hearts of children with toys and good things, and elaborate displays in many of the shops indicate that the chiloren -have been . extremely well catered for. On these pages will be found prac-. . . tically everything the heart could wish for. There is absolutely ■. no need to go out of the town to do your shopping when such a* good selection and service can be obtained in your midst. Re- ?. member, the local retailers have gone to considerable expense and trouble to cater for the needs of the festive season, and you in turn can show your appreciation of their efforts and give;,, them encouragement by shopping in your own town. ‘ • _-. L

If you would do your btiying in comfort and have an opportunity .to examine And select your gifts with care, it is absolutely necessary that you should do so early, before the rush at this merry season reaches its height.

FARMERS’ UNION TRADING CO.

COOKING PROBLEM SOLVED.

During the summer weather, and especially at holiday time,. the task of preparing meals mw a fire range is a trying one to housekeepers. Now, husbands, listen ! By purchasing one of • the single, ’ two, or three-burner kerosene stoves at .the Farmers,’ Union Trading Co.’s you will be doing a humanitarian act, and at the same time giving your wife a present that she will appreciate and cnerish. A demonstration of the wonder kerosene stoves can be arranged and its simplicity and economy explained. Housewives are cordially invited tC> inspect this firm’s up-to-date stocks of new seasons.’ fruits, comprising dates, figs, and muscatels. Also a splendid range of tinned and preserved fruits of all kinds, and a wide range of fancy biscuits, handsomeboxes of chocolates, Christmas; crackers and bon-bons, at prices from 2s 6d to 7s 6d. A specially suitable gift would be some aluminium-ware. This firm: has just unpacked a special line of saucepans and kettles,., which have been marked at special Christmas prices, ranging from 12s 6d. This ware has been indented direct from the English manufacturers, and is being offered at less tiian Auckland prices-

The farmer will find much to interest him in the produce and hardware department, where a wonderful, display of useful articles has been -made. For quality groceries, household ironmongery, and produce, telephone your order to ’phone 3, when prompt attention can be relied on.

FAJSHWNABLE FGOTAVEAR.

MASTERS AND SON’S FOR VALUE.

It is all very well to think about holidays at this time of the year, but to make a holiday really enjoyable it is essential that your footwear should be comfortable' and to your satisfaction. Seldom, if ever, has s.uch a compresensive stock of high-grade, fashionable boots and shoes been obtainable before in Paeroa as the large variety of the best English and Colonial footwear to be seen at present in Messrs Masters and Son’s (late W. R. Dales) emporium, Normanby Road. This enterprising firm has discarded all old stock, replacirig it with the latest and most up-to-date wear procurable. A.glance round the shelves, will give sufficient evidence of the care and attention provided for all sections of the public. Extra attention has been paid to the ladies’ department, where the best of facilities are provided, and there is a splendid selection of all classes and grades of women's footwear. Passing on to the men’s side of the shop, every class of boot and shoe in vogue is displayed, and can be produced in a few seconds. Careful attention has. been given to white tennis, bowling, and cricket footwear, and comfortable slippers are also stpeked. It is safe to say that this firm has the best and daintiest ptiack of footwear in the province. They can satisfactorily fit any foot. This point should appeal especially to those with teqder feet, who would give anything to be comfortably shod. Prices are well within the range of all, and a cordial invitation is extended to call and inspect the stock.

SMOKES AND NOVELTIES.

MRS. C. MOORHOUSE. Mrs C. Moorhouse, fancy depot, Belmont Road, wishes to extend hearty seasonal greetings to the residents of Paeroa and surrounding districts, and issues' a cordial invitation to all to visit her shop and inspect .the new stocks of tobaccos, cigarettes, genuine Loewe pipes, and all smokers’ requisites. There are choice Christmas gifts for all, including manicure sets, sunshine purses, and fancy bags. A splendid display is, alsoi made of dolls of all kinds and sizes, mechanical toys, wooden toys, and many other lines and novelties. There is, also a fine selection of English china and glassware, which would be very suitable for gifts; Mrs Moorhouse is offering her goods at special prices, and the public can rely on quality and selection. c

OUR LEADING CHEMIST.

THIRTY YEARS IN PAEROA.

This is a record of which Mr Gtt). . p. de Castro may well be proud. His Pharmacy is the oldest established: ichemist’s business in Ohinemuri, and still holds the reputation of being one of the most up-to-date chemist’s shops in the province. Mr de Castro informs. -; us that this Christmas will be the thirtieth which he has seen come and t go in Paeroa, and with the assistance of both old and new customers he hopes to see yet another thirty. Any goods, purchased there are of the very finest quality, all drugs- and chemicals' used in dispensing prescriptions, etc., 1 are of the best, and mostly purchased’ and imported direct from England. ; Mr de Castro has many appropriate ' articles on’ hand .suitable gifts for the Christmas and New; Year season, and ' invites free inspection and. in-, ;, quiry.

Amongst other activities which Mr' de Castro specialises in is the science of optics and also: photography. Hisj. fifteen'years; experience in optics and' eye-sight testing is at your command, and glassies are supplied only if needed and, in any style. A fine range of cameras, films, papers, etc., are always on hand,-and free instructions given how to use. Films and plates are developed and printed at short notice, and enlargements made.

ICES;, SWEETS, FRUITS.

MRS. H. M. NEVIN CAN SUPPLY.

It is nearly twelve months since Mrs H. M. Nevin commenced Business in the Criterion Buildings, Normanby ? Road, and during that time she has carefully studied the needs of the public and as a result a visit to hen ; well-stocked shop reveals many' good . things. Regular supplies of Island ’• and local fruit are always on hand. A comfortable lounge has been pro- . vided, where patrons may partake of ' ? delicious afternoon tea, ice-creams, fruit sundaes, and and cool, refreshing drinks and beverages. Mrs Nevin also has the sole agency for ■ Adams, Bell, Ltd.’s famous cakes for *'' every table, and also Christmas cakes; ; Orders, are now pouring in for dressed poultry and cooked hams, and those who have not yet placed their order for such edibles for Christmas are ! asked not to delay. Parents will, find many novelties In the, way of confec- ■ tionery and sweets admirably suitable for the kiddies’ stockings. .The best English and Colonial chocolates are >’ also stocked. WILLIAM McCULLAY’S. . > GIFTS OF JEWELLERY AND CHINA - ' The festive season has arrived, and so h t as a wonderful display (Of Christmas gifts at Mr Wm. McCullay’is up-to-date jewellery establishment, Normanby Road. Those in doubt as to what to buy we advise you to calj. in and have a chat with Mr McCutlay about that engagement ring, dress ; ring, or wedding, ring. A bewitching ■ display of brooches, tie-pins, bangles, many makes- of wristlet watches, pocket watches, eversharp pencils, fountain pens, pocket wallets, silver < or E.P.N.S. cigarette cases, tobacco pouches, tea and coffee sets (solid . value), and, in fact, anything in the Bretby (the. latest), Paragon, Stafford- • shire, Derbyshire, and Worcester way of jewellery, plate, or Doulton, chinaware: any article that one may • keep in remembrance of Christmas, ; 1925. Remember, his prices 'are ’ right, and only sterling quality goods are offered. Mr McCullay extends seasonal greetings to all, and states that he is ever willing to meet people in any reasonable way in connection with business transactions, as has been his proved custom in the, past.

THE ECDNDMJC.

GIFTS AND, NOVELTIES.

Considerable interest is being man>-. fested in the many attractions, and ’ novelties for gift seekers at The Economic, Normanby Road. The .variety of the Large stocks will not allow..* of enumeration here, but the splendid values, speak for .themselves. - Mr G., H- Jones, in wishing one and, all the . Compliments of the Season, invites. -- everyone to visit The ’ Economic, and,’ to be sure and bring the children . to see .the host of dolls, mechanical'toys, and fancy goods suitable for gifts.., ...

CHEMIST AND OPTICIAN. .Yuletide gift seeker will, And that will interest, attract, and solve tlie problem of expressing thoughts of the Festive Season- from an inspection of this year’s creations in perfumery .and toilet-tabel adjuncts at the Ohinemurt Pharmacy. An amazing and'exhilarating display of brushware, Ivorite toilet and trinket \ boxes, fancy and toilet soaps, perfumiserss face powders; vanity cases, bath salts,"hand mirrors, etc.; cannot / fail to satisfy the merest whim of the .* most fastidious. Here also may be found a distinctive array of manicure .sets and needs that will not fail to V 'charm. Milady who possesses even an • enacting' temperament A Kodak camera, that will capture all the exciting v moments that sport ,2 and holiday provide, when tendered ' the sincerity of Yuletide -V thoughts, never fails to create lasting appreciation. * A ready acquiescence to explain to s' i the amateur everything pertaining to photographic methods and, apparatus ; maintains the confidence ...of the p°si.'.sessar : ~of'-a.'** camera - and ensures, .the maximum of success in his, or her picture-taking. ■*'' Mention must also be made of the Selection; of optical. . requirements offering to donors’of presents of this nature. Aneroid barometers, field and opera - glasses. - prism binoculars, telte- . scopes, compasses, lorgnettes, etc-, : offer suggestions .to those .who would satisfy a desire to give acceptable tfe^gifts r‘of sttch a- practical and appreciable character. - . SOMETHING ELECTRICAL. CLEAN. HEALTHY. AND CHEAP. ■' . W-Jty the advent of electric supply .' .in all 'its useful forms, electrical 1 goods ; have a novel charm, and they will doubtless be found prominent in the ;; sphere. of festive, domestic gifts this season.. The Thames Valley Electric ’Power'Board has fostered a growing ’ public, patronage of its wares, as. a visit .to the showrooms in Belmont 'Road, Paeroa, will reveal. The range " of electric light fittings, is- most interesting, .and the latest designs in ex- ,- ■ qniite shades and bowls deserve special mention. As a guide ,to those bn the lookout for suitable Christmas . presents for relatives or friends the electric grillers,' coffee ’ percolators,, toasters, irons,' of even te- useful torch, can ■be -considered.., Other, interesting ' lines comprisCj hot-point hot-plates, which'.are specially adapted for bpila kettl©,' heating milk, and Speh-, /jlike, doing the work efficiently and economically, and with a minimum of discomfort or sbother to the housewife. There'are-also the interesting flre- . cookens, and the famous Moffatt ' x stoves'with the z two elements on top; ; - rhot-pbiiit-; two-sider : toasters, vacuum ' cleaners, washing machines, Belling .grillers (with miniature oven), elecfl trie fans ' iii all sizes, and also radi•’~ators.''‘ A special, line that is attract- - <-jng’_ atention is the movable reading lamps.' These can be purchased at a .small cost and make very desirable - ; gifts-' An' inspection of' the show- ' room is invited, and full information 'and demonstrations will be given. ' THE DOLLY VARDEN.

CHOCOLATES, ' FRUIT, AND TCES.

Something -of a novelty presents : itself- 1 on entering the Dolly Vaiden ■. in Belmont Bead, four doors, from the old- tailway station. Reference is made, particularly to a pure fruit juice and'soda fountain, which is believed ■ to'be the only one outside of Auckland / City.' Only the genuine juices of pure fruits are usd-in the ,manufacture of " r " the delicious and refreshing drinks - that’ are obtainable from this founiV; \ tam: Pure ' ice-cream and fruit sundaes ate'> another feature of the Dolly Varden. '.Mr R. B. Dunlop has recently installed' 1 an electrically driven ice- . cream plant according to the Pure Foods Act which provides for perfect sanitation* The Act also provides that - ice-cream shall be composed of milk and -cream sterilised by boiling or pasteurised by being kept at a tem."fperature of not less.'that 156 degrees • Fahr, for twenty minutes- ahd subseqtiently frozen. Ice-cream shall contain not less than ten parts per cen- , ' turn of milk, fat present in the form *of creami and as, Mr Dunlop personality/.makes his ice-creajn, and the pure milk, arid cream used in its manufacture ares obtained from his own specially selected herd of cows—kept finder .the most hygienic conditions.— patrons can rely on getting only the T purest and beet. ' * In , addition to meeting the demand fbr ices. Mr Dunlop' also caters, largely . for. the trade, dances, and social furictions;' This year the Dolly Varden is ■ specially featuring English chocolates , in fancy boxes, which can be later ukde as handkerchief or glove boxes. For the children there is an endless 'variety of Christmas stockings, Pas- • / call’s English sweets, and fascinating '•/'-f- novelties of the season. Full stocks, of Colonial sweets and biscuits are also to be found on the premises, and Island as well as local fruit is stocked, fresh supplies arriving daily. ■ FOR SERVICE. BRENAN AND CO., DTD. ■ This firm extends the of the Season to all its old friends and prospective patrons, and cordially in- ' vites them to visit the spacious, and up-to-date garage, which is open to the public'day-and' night. Ample accommodation for. motor-cars can be ' obtaihed, and also benzine, free air, .. lubi icating . oils and etc. .Only skilled wbrkmen are employed on the premises', and customers can rely’ on getting the best of workman- ■ ship and materials in any class, of res' pair work ■ done at the garage. In w -addition to maintaining -She Hauraki / - 'Plains mail and passenger service, ■ this firm supplies taxis, for hire, all steamers and trains are met, and trips will be undertaken by arrange.jnent to any part of the province.

A CHRISTMAS DISPLAY. FREDK. E. FLATT’S EMPORIUM. A visit to Mr F. EJ. Flatt’s establishment in Belmont Road quickly convinces customers that, it pays to shop in Paeroa. It is impossible to itemise the hundreds of lines that meet the eye on entering .the emporium, but it is safe to say that both okf and young will have no trouble in making a selection of presents for their friends, A capable and Courteous staff is at the service of the shoppers to assist with suggestions as to what to buy. The well-arranged showroom contains a fine range of children’s, reward and story bookSi Christmas, and New Year cards and calendars, fountain pens, fancy stationery, ladies’ bags, purses, wallets, brush and comb sets, mirrors, manicure sets, electro-plate ware, fancy crockery, and dozens of other lines’ suitable for. gifts,.

In the toy and doll department no expense has been spared to cater for the kiddies. -Parents and friends should have no trouble in making a selection for the little ones, and in addition purchasers in this, department receive af free balloon.

A special range of Japanese sunshades. t and also portable gramophones and travelling bags are carried for holiday-makers. We have been assure! that prices this year are lower than ever,'and visitors to this emporium should have no, trouble in having their wants supplied with satisfactory results. THE MOTDBSSTSf MECCA, V BENSON AND McCLINCHY. The 'principals of the Criterion Garage, Messrs S. 'S’ ‘Benson and R. L. McClinchy, thank their numerous patrons for the support accorded them during the year. During the past’ twelve months this business has shown a large increase in turnover, and no doubt this happy state of affairs, has been brought about by., the consistently good repair work done in .the garage, combined with moderate charges, and prompt attention to the smallest detail. This firm now has, the Ohinemuri agency for Ford cars, trucks,' and tractors, and through their enterprise and straightforward dealing they have established something of a record in the number of sales of this popular make of vehicle. In addition to the Ford, Messrs Benson and McClinchy, since being appointed Paeroa and district agents for the Hudson, Essex, and Chevolret cars, have-sold several of these reliable, economical, and popular makes of cars. A full range of genuine spare parts for these cars arc stocked, and any cJass of repair work entrusted to .this firm will receive expert attention and the best of materials. The workmanship is guaranteed; and the charges are mo§|t reasonable and consistent with the service rendered. - - ' La/ge stocks of the ..well-know 1 )) Silvertown cord tyres and Michelin tyres to fit all classes of cars are carried.. These makes of tyres carry a guarantee,' and motorists are earnestly recommended to inquire about them before purchasing other makes. Full [stocks of motor oils, greases, benzine, and motorists’ requisites are carried. An up-to-date battery-charging plant is a part of the equipment of the garage. Car-owners are recommended to visit the works if in difficulties: or when matters are not just right and receive expert advice and service. THE VICTORIA BAKERY. MODEL TEA ROOMS. The Victoria Bakery a-busy, centre, especially in the early mornings. Nearly 500 loaves of bread Are being removed from the oven, while a second batch is waiitng-its, turn on the tables. Carts are being packed for the delivery of bread in Paeroa and throughout the Komata, Netherton, and Kerepeehi districts. At other tobies the staff is preparing the daily supply of buns, scones, pastry, etc., 'for the. shop and tea-rooms. In the shop Christmas cakes o'f v.arious sizes and designs are displayed, while huge blocks of Christmas cake are neatly packed in readiness for a busy week,

The Victoria Tea-rooms are a special feature'. The Beating accommodation has been increased to meet toe ever-growing patronage. Tastefully furnished and comfortable, replete with a ladies’ rest-room, silver service, and dainty eatables, the Victoria tea-rooms are right up-to-date. The general convenience, sanitary and hygienic conditions of the whole premises are exceptionally good. “Advance Paeroa” has always been Mr D. Leach’s motto, and he certainly ,is putting'it into practice in the running of his establishment. A first-class article, civility, and prompt 1 attention are guaranteed.

CHAS- HOLES GREETS YOU.

HARDWARE AND GARDENING. Chas. Holes extends a Merry Christmas to all, and intimatesi that he is still in besiness in-Belmont Road, and has many practical gifts and useful lines to offer you for your garden, farm, or for beautifying the home generally. ' Your house or shed may need, a brightening touch here and there to make it look ever s,o much bettor and at the same time prolong its life. You cannot go far wrong in inspecting the stocks of paints, enamels, and oils, and also wallpapers and scirm, dsiplayed by Chas. HolesHe will tell you: what to use, how to use it, and how much to use. Every house needs good tools-, because just think o|f the hundred and one jobs to be done about the home. Mr Holes can supply reliable tools, of every description ; also all classes of household brush ware ironmongery, and farm requisites'. Note the new address, opposite Power Board Office. As a nurseryman Mr Holes is hard to beat, as he has. gained the practical knowledge as to what seeds, plants, shrubs, etc., are most suitable for this detrict, and is' only too wilL ing to pass on the information at his disposal.