NEWS AND NOTES.

Timaru Herald, Volume CXXIII, 6 April 1926, Page 2

NEWS AND NOTES.

To-nrorrow at 36 Woodlands Road, Oakey, Baker and Co. will hold a clearing sale of choice household furniture on account of Mrs S. h. Stevenson.

To-night the dramatic comic opera Rip Van AVinkle will be rehearsed at the Stafford by full company and orchestra at 7.30 p.m. sharp. As this opera will be produced in a fortnight a full attendance is particularly requested. , / To-night at the Wentworth Tea Rooms Mr Vincent C. Pike will form a phvsical culture class for ladies, and all ladles who are interested in physical culture are invited to be present. A short address on “The Meaning of Physical Culture will lie given. The class comprises physical exercises to music, physical culture games, in addition to all the most advanced systems of exercising. Scientific physical culture has advanced enormously in the few years, and unlike the older laborious systems, the newer are pleasurable to perform and rapidly aid health and efficiency. Mr Pike has had fourteen years’ experience in physical culture

The wise business man before entering into a .deal ho matter what the magnitude of it might be, carefully investigates every detail beforehand, to satisfy himself that all things considered, the investment is a sound one, and will net him a margin of profit. This same sane business investigation applied to the Grand National Raffle to be drawn on the 19th inst., cannot fail to convince the most preudiced that this is the greatest money-making event of the century. Ask any discriminating business man; lie will, tell you that apart from the aims and objects of the art union, it is worthy of every New Zealander’s whole; hearted support as a sound commercial proposition. The magnificent value of the first prize—£3150—and the 239 other valuable prizes practically ensures -for you a valuable return for the small sum invested. Your fate is in the lap of the gods. You cannot prophesy, what is In store for you. The winning ticket may still be waiting for you to purchase it. Try your luck; 2/6 spent now is money well spent. It might mean £3150 —or independence for you for life on the eventful night of the drawing. The new double butt system safeguards every investor against their number being left out of the ballot box, thereby giving every ticket holder tlieir chance in' the ballot. Time is quickly passing. The closing day is surely drawing near. There will be no extension of time. The closing' date has been definitely fixed for the 19th of this month. Be wise and buy your ticket or tickets to-day. Tickets , on sale at all tobacconists, the Bristol Piano Company, or D. J. Doyle, the wholesale agent, Stafford Street South ‘

For the last week of sale great bargains are being offered. Do not miss this opportunity of securing household and fancy goods at bargain prices. Look in our -windows, come inside and inspect our goods. Alston’s direct importers. '

To introduce our new department of Jodies’ winter coats, our Home buyers iiave secured for us. some very , fine garments at exceptionally low prices, principally sample and model coats, which they bought at a good discount. Every coat shows the latest cut and style, including tell new flared skirt. Wo have them in smart tweed effects, or in plain cloths, with or without fur collars, and our keen prices range from 69s 6d, 79s Gd, 85s, to £8 10s. See these smart coats early at “The Louvre,”- Stafford Street Central. ...

Why cotton, when you can 1 buy ladies’ pure Botany wool hose, in all tho new light shades, specially priced at 3s 6d a pair, at “Tho Louvre,” hosiery specialists. ...

We doubt if you will see anywhere a bigger variety of ladies’ new stockenotte, wool, or silk wool jumper suits and costumes than the display now being made at “Tho Louvre.” Our variety of prices will enable anyone to select a garment at just the prieo you want to pay. ...

Cutlery makes a fine wedding present. Cutlery should be the best quality. Cutlery at Dunn’s is guaranteed for 50 years. Cutlery from “Treasure Corner” stands the hardest wear for a lifetime. Cutlery from Dunn’s, Jowellers, looks good, wears well, keeps nice, and is always appreciated as a wedding gift. ...

I want a packet of your, White Worm Powders please. My neighbour has recommended them to me —they have cured her little girl—she hud tried other preparations but they had no effect. James’ White Worm, Powders, an effectual remedy for worms of every description. 2s Gd a packet from L. B. James, M.P.S.. prescription chemist, Stafford Street, Timaru.

In anticipation of the Easter season, ‘•The Ideal,” the up-to-the-minute shop in Stafford Street Centro), between “ H.B’s.” and the Louvre, have made' extra preparations, and their stock of Easter novelties includes all kinds of lolly and chocolate delicacies that are sure to delight the kiddies. These lines were bought on a, favourable market, and “The Ideal” passes on this saving. Fruits and confectionary are also stocked, and can be relied on as being fresh, and in quantities and variety to suit every requirement. Delightful morning and afternoon teas as usual. All wool marocain, black and all newest shades, 42-inch, 4s (3d a yard. Bust and Co., drapery specialists, 84 Stafford Street South. ... “Where to spend the holidays’" is the thought uppermost in most men’s minds, and as a result the purchase of a new suit is being considered. Cameron’s, Stafford Street, have a splendid range of stylishly cut ready-to-ivears, marked at prices which represent a considerable saving on the tailored to measuro garments. Call and try on a coat or two next time you’re passing—there are sizes to fit every figure. ... That Scott Bros.’ improved lunges are gaining in popularity is proved T>y the increased number of sales being made by the local agents, John Kdinond Ltd., Sophia Street, who carry a full stock of ranges and spare parta. John Edmond Ltd. have also opened up a new shipment of the latest fireplaces and tile surrounds, etc., and will be pleased if all interested in building will call at their warehouse and inspect same. ... 40-inch pure wool dress flannels. Shades grey, navy, cardinal, snxe, and green, 4s 6d a yard. Bust and Co., drapory specialists, 84 Stafford Street South. ... Worms in Children.—Many of the minor ailments which children are subject to, may be traced in the first pluco to tho presence of worms in the system. If your children are irritable aqd do not sleep well at night, it is extremely | probable they require treatment for worms. A most effective remedy is I Ayres Tonic Worm Syrup. Pleasant to take and acts speedily, cleansing the system and restoring the child to a condition of normal health. Price 2s 6d, posted 3s. E. C. Ayres, M.P.S., Chemist, Timaru. ... For Children's Hacking Cough, Woods’ Great Peppermint Cure.

Cameras on Hire.—Do not be without a camera this season. If you do not have one, hire one from us to-day. The charge is so reasonable that, no one should bo without a camera this season. Is 3d per day, 2s 6(1 per week, from Baxter’s Pharmacy (L. J. AVilliamson, Prop.), Theatre Buildings. ...

To the many excitrsionrsts this Easter we advise-the inspection of our suit cases before buying. Without a doubt they arc the best value on the market to-day. Light and strong, being metal bound and protected by reinforced cap corners, they, will carry all that is necessary. In three sizes, 22, 24 and 26 inches, at 13s Gd, 15s Gd and 17s 6d, at Alston’s sale. Inspect our windows.

Just landed direct from British manufacturers, wool frocks; jumpers, sports coats, etc. The latest goods at lowest- prices. Bust and Co., Drapery Specialists, 84 Stafford Street South....

Do not let this cold snap in the weather affect your sleep. A hot water bottle is a most necessary article in all homes. For remarkable value in English rubber hot water bottles it will pay you to note the following prices: Size 10 x 6 6/6; 10 x S 8/-; 12 x S 8/6; 12 x 10 10/-; at Alston’s, direct importers

Souter’s Boot Stores arc selling English-made iootball boots at 12s 6d a pair. The largest stock of football boots in Canternury. We stock football boots for your youngest boy. Make your young hopeful happy, and buy him a pair of football boots at Souter’s Busy Boot Stores. ...

Smartness of dress, besides being the constant aim of overy woman, should claim the attention of men also. In all things nothing succeeds like-success, and in the world to-day thousands of successful business men attribute a great measure of their success to their care and appearance in dress. ‘•Superior Suits” are faithfully made, they are built of the very best materials, and they retain their distinctive appearance under all conditions. A further important consideration is the big saving in cost. Ensure success, and order your next suit without delay i'rojjf r.lic “Superior” Suit Co. (G. McKiiterick, manager), 813 Stafford Street. ...

The curious habit so common in America of popping an unlighted cigar in the mouth and chewing an inch or two of it to pulp, is not popular with us, although the chewing of black plug tobacco is common cough amongst sailors everywhere However, with the rank mid file of Englishmen, “the pipe’s the thing,” and a source of enjoyment, daily, to millions. But discrimination should be exercised in the choice of tobacco. Brands lull of nicotine (as the American tobaccos usually are), ought to be cut out, because nicotine is the source of all the mischief when tobacco proves injurious. Our New Zealand grown tobaccos arc about the purest going and contain only a trifling percentage of nicotine—a negligible quantity. That is why you can go on smoking them all the time with the utmost safety. They won’t do you any harm. And they are delightfully fragrant. A T ou can get them ot any strength. Ask for “Riverhead Gold,” mild; “Navy Cut” (Bulldog), medium • or “Cut Plug No. 10” (Bullshead), full strength.