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Taranaki Daily News, 14 October 1922, Page 4

The once-familiar half-sovereign has become such a rarity that its presentation is apt to bo regarded in certain quarters with suspicion (states the N Z. Herald). An Aucklander, who is the fortunate possessor of one of the curiosities, presented it at the counter of a Queen Street restaurant. To his surprise, the vigilant young lady on duty politely, but firmly, declined to accept Hie strange-looking coin. Her decision was confirmed by another fair attendant. Fortunately the customer tfis able to obtain the necessary financial accommodation from a friend to enable him to discharge his obligation in acceptable currency. He still retains thd half-sovereign.

We have now installed an up-to-date steam pressing machine, and we are able to execute all orders in the course of a few days (morning orders done in 48 hours). We have the most up-to-date plant in Taranaki for renovating all classes of suits, dresses, gloves, hate, etc. Post your goods to us, and we will return them in a few days equal to new.—At J. K. Hawkins and Co.*s, Steam Dyers and Dry Gleaners, Devon Street, New Plymouth.