CHRISTMAS SHOPPING.

Manawatu Herald, Volume XLVII, Issue 2978, 22 December 1925, Page 3

CHRISTMAS SHOPPING.

A glance through our advertising columns will indicate to the public where to go for Christmas purchases. Local business people are to be commended for their enterprise in catering for the wants of all classes of the community. A visit to the local stores will convince the most sceptical that it will pay them to shop in their own town. FATHER CHRISTMAS AT THE C. M ROSS COY.’S.

Father Christmas on his annual rounds paid a visit to Foxton a short time ago and spent sufficient time to interview the manager of the C. M. Ross Coy. This welcome visitor does not get round personally except on very rare occasions, having the whole of the world to travel. “Well, Mr. Manager, you have a very fine store here,” he said. “Yes we have and I don’t think, in all your travels, you will find a finer in any town in New Zealand with equal population.” “You carry very fine stocks I notice.” “Yes. We draw our stocks from headquarters in Palmerston North and we think if you will look at. the prices you will find that our values compare more than favourably with any in the island.” “Were the ’Xmas goods I sent you up to the mark?” “Yes. We were more than satisfied with the very fine range sent forward and this year prices are more reasonable than they have been for years.” “Did I not send forward any toys to you?” “No. If you remember wo mentioned to you that we have a number of people here who make their living at, toy selling and that we preferred to leave toys to them.” “Well, Mr. Manager, I must be pushing on. Must wish you the compliments of the season and a big Christmas bnsiness. Farewell! Farewell!”

BARR & TYER, It is possible the weather has been unseasonable with its grey days and chilly breezes, creating in one the feeling that Christmas is yet a long way off. But anyone suffering from this impression cannot possibly retain it once they come within the radius of the “glow” from the windows of this popular “Christmas gift Emporium.” It shouts“ Christmas” aloud and the mere sight of the display fills the mind with pictures of a happy Christmas morning with crowds of glad humanity, men and women, young men and maidens, boys and girls and babies, all rejoicing in the possession of the very gift they wanted. It is really a wonderful sight these windows present,the artistry in arrangement seeming to have imparted life to the inanimate objects displayed. A power in themselves to please, enduing them almost with voices to utter the fond wishes of prospective purchasers — “A Happy Christmas and a glad New Year.” The interior of the shop is just as full of the spirit of Yuletide. To fill the space at our disposal with a list of the goods displayed would be interesting, but neither as interesting nor as profitable as world be the personal visit of those looking for the right thing to give. Therefore our advice is: visit this shop where the goods are so varied, where values are so good and where the staff are so keen to please you and see you ultimately go away with purchases that you are both proud of and satisfied with. BAUCKHAM’S. The corner cash shop presented a line of industry in making up Christmas orders for town and country. “It’s the cash system that attracts buyers and enables us to trade on a mutually satisfactory basis,” said the proprietor. All requisities are stocked, including useful and ornamental articles suitable for Christmas gifts. WINSTANLEY & SON.

Have a varied stock of high-class groceries, etc, and a display of crockery and glassware unsurpassed in any other town. Just have a look at the window display. Hams and tinned foods of the finest quality and brands. Also a wide range of confectionery. ERNEST HEALEY. The well-known local chemist, not only prescribes for the ills that flesh is heir to but has a splendid range of perfumery, toilet articles and brushware. He specialises in cameras and photographic goods. Don’t forget to take a camera with you if travelling and Healey’s give you the widest range to select from at prices which defy competition. DESMOND’S. What child in town does not know Desmond’s lollie shop, where sweets are made on the premises from the most wholesome ingredients? Desmond’s shelves are crowded with local and imported sweets and confectionery in fancy boxes —and as for Christmas stockings —oh boy! Call and see the great display. The famous Adams Bruce cakes are also stocked.

COWLEY’S. For something .artistic in pictures look up S. E. Cowley. It may be too late . for the firm to decorate your home for the Christmas festivities, but the proprietor will give you good advice as to making your home, both from an interior and exterior point of view, a place of beauty and restfulness. A great assortment of picture mouldings in PE ARSON’S GARAGE. Useful gifts are always the best, and something for the car will always please. Buy that Christmas present at Pearson’s garage. Large stock of all sizes in tyres for car and bike. Also good stocks of motor and cycle accessories so necessary for thjat ’Xmas tour. Get your car tuned up at Pearson’s garage before undertaking the trip,

and so ensure a pleasurable run without mishaps. KOSY KASII DRAPERY. S. Mattar has anticipated local requirements-in drapery and boots, fancy goods, toilet requisites, all smokers’ requirements, also gramophones and the latest records. G. F. SMITH.

“Good morning, Mr. Smith, I see you have your store and your windows very well stocked with Christmas goods and the prices appear very reasonable too.” “Yes, Mr. Reporter, I have made ample provision for the Christmas trade and have useful and suitable presents for every member of the family. You will notice I have converted my showroom into a huge toy bazaar so that parents can see everything plainly and shop in comfort.” “Yes, Mr. Smith, the idea is good. I also like the display in your main shop—of course I am only a mere man, but I should think the ladies could find just the right ’Xmas present here to appeal to the feminine eye.” “Quite right, Mr. Reporter, the ladies are well catered for, but don’t forget the men have not been overlooked—just in here, ties, socks, handkerchiefs, pyjamas, shirts, pullovers, braces, everything for men, isn’t there?” “Yes, Mr. Smith, you’ve got the goods for ’Xmas right enough, I really must tell my friends.” “Goodbye, Mr. Reporter, and don’t forget the old slogan still holds good: “Always Cheaper at Smith’s.’ ”

WALLS’. Why trouble about your Christmas cakes when Walls’ will supply all your wants? A choice variety to select from, as well as Christmas delicacies and novelties. Marble bar for refreshing ice drinks. ERIC R. BOOTH.

See that your ear is well shod for (lie holidays. Booth’s garage is specialising in Royal Cord tyres. Full stocks of balloon tyres to fit Ford, Dodge, Buiek, Essex, etc. Run your car in for a few minutes to-day and let this firm tune it up for you, for the holidays. All accessories stocked. L.O.E. This establishment caters almost exclusively for the female sex. Apart from lingerie there is a fine assortment of boxes of handkerchiefs, silk hosiery, perfumery and numerous other suitable and choice gift articles. A. E. TONGS. This well-known universal store is replete with groceries, ironmongery, crockery, cutlery, to say nothing of prime Christmas hams, biscuits and confectionery. Mr. Tongs’ advice to the public is: call on us early for your purchases and don’t wait for the Christmas Eve rush. ROBERTSON’S. Where you can buy anything from the proverbial needle to an anchor, is specialising in numerous lines suitable for Christmas gifts. In fact this big store will replenish your home throughout for the festive season and provide all your needs for the festive board. Give them a look up and see for yourself. G. P. WALKER, You will want plenty of fruit over the Christmas holidays. Give G. P. Walker a ring, ’phone 155, and place your order now for strawberies, raspberries, oranges, etc. Orders delivered promptly in town or district. All fresh small fruits iq stock. PERREAU’S Is' recognised as the home of Santa Claus. Here may also be purchased iced Christmas cakes, puddings, hams, pastry, confectionery and novelties. The tea-rooms and marble bar are the most up-to-date in the district. Just drop in.