CHRISTMAS GOODS AT HENDERSON'S.

Wairarapa Age, Volume XXXII, Issue 9651, 16 November 1909, Page 5

CHRISTMAS GOODS AT HENDERSON'S.

A thoroughness characterises the , conduct of Mr A. Henderson's watch making and jewellery business in Mastertoo, which ia commendable, and which contributes in no small degree to its undoubted success. Ever on the alert for the latest and most fashio.iable good*, he carries a stock which is notable forqual.ty, variety and quantit/. Every inch of space in his commodious store is de. • voted to the display of specimens from his huge reserve stock, and as speedily as sales are effected further goods are brought forward. The importation of goods for the Christmas trade ia a matter to which Mr Henderaon gives close attention Recognising that Masterton is an important centre of a vast and populous district, and the residents demand, and are prepared to pay for the best, he brings forward an assemblage of goods for the festive period which is not eclipsed by the leading metropolitan houses. Notable as some of the past expositions have been, Mr Henderson promises that the display for the coming Christmas will excel them all. Right through the magnificent stock the quality is of an exceptionally high standard, whilst in article*, such as engagement and wedding rings, the richness a d originality of the goods is striking. Half a day could be pleasantly spent in looking over the stock. Ladies' I hand mirrors, b.ushes, and combs, manicure sets, glove boxes, dressing cases, and hair ornaments, are show i in endless variety. Eighteen carat minute repeating chronometers, which chime the quarter and strike the hour, are displayed, and fur presentation no more suitable gift could be desired. Chiming clocks (both bracket and hanging) are fa*t becoming papular, and daily sales are recorded. Fourteen-day clocks, suitable for offices and station homes, are obtainable at very reasonable prices, whilst the ever useful alarm clocks are stocked in numerous sizes and at varjing price 3.

An important branch of Mr Henderson's business is the manufacturing department. He retains the services of experts in jewellery manufacture, engraving, diamond setting and watchmaking, and is in a position to undertake every class of the above work with a confidence that the best results will be secured. Those having old gold and a good idea can have the gold made up in accordance with their own design. Quotations will be given to enquirers.

The usual Christmas catalogue will not be issued this year, but Mr Henderson extends to one and all an in vitation to inspect his stock. Orders per mail or telephone will receive Mr Henderson's personal attention, and goods will be sent out on approbation. __ -^- «_«—»-—.