Auckland Fleet Week Public Programme Outlined
Auckland July 30 official programme lists Monday events including a reception by Sir Joseph Ward and the Harbour Board civic reception Volunteer review and Prime Minister banquet Fireworks Tuesday features a Mayor reception and a State ball at Government House Wednesday includes racing meetings and entertainments Thursday offers rifle match trips and entertainments Friday showcases aquatic and athletic sports Saturday presents a rugby representative match Auckland Wellington
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Auckland
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Misa Myers
Government House
Wellington
Unrest in the Coal Trade Leads to Pay Dispute
In Dunedin a Milton conference between Bruce Coal Mining Company employees and officials centered on wage rates. Workers sought a 3d rise from the present 23rd rate while owners pressed for a 3d decrease. Key clause talks on piece rates weighing and trucking were left in abeyance though other labor conditions were agreed.
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Dunedin
Bruce Coal Mining Company
Milton
Abeyange
Gaming Act Probe Over Trentham Race Forecast
Police pursue first prosecution under the Gaming Act after a Mana watu Daily Times note predicting race results. Proprietor Mrs I E Haben faces summons for a column by Asmodeus suggesting probable outcomes at the Trentham meeting affecting bookmakers and public interest.
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Palmerston North
Asmodeus
Manawatu
Trentham
Vinsen
Dawn
Seaman
Trisco
Dawnran
Wellington Land Boards Consider Fortnightly Meetings
A deputation led by Mr J. A. Macpherson urged the Minister of Lands to switch Land Board meetings from monthly to fortnightly to handle increased work and seek better remuneration for members. The Minister expressed sympathy and pledged to explore fortnights for larger boards and to review statutory pay levels.
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Wellington
J. A. Macpherson
Westport Perjury Case Details in Connelly Trial
The Westport perjury case against Connelly unfolds with extensive cross examination revealing a pattern of lies about Bourke's death. Accused admitted making several false statements at hotels, to Miss Bowring, Murray, the sergeant, and witnesses. Court adjourned as counsel addressed the jury with twelve days of hearings completed.
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Bourke
Phillips
Pearce
Tom Pearce
Lily Pearce
Murray
Catie
Qualter’s
Haakonson
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Anderson
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Fraser
King
Hannan
Invention Improves Fence Standard by Watson Brothers
Farmers praised a new patent fence standard by Watson Bros. of Riccarton. The design uses a half width iron strip twisted helically for strength and material savings. It claims easier construction, greater strength, and reduced ground depth with a 8 inch ground equivalence to 16 inches of conventional standards.
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Mayfair Street
Riccarton
Henry Hughes
Christchurch
P. R
I N motor cycles shine in Christchurch reliability trial
I N motor cycles again prove superiority at the Christchurch reliability trial securing first second and fourth places in the amateur riders section. Focal agent D Jalnsten promotes the brand.
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Christchurch
Dd. Jalnsten
Ashburton Grain Market Weekly Report
The week ending July dlst shows stagnant markets as farmers refuse current rates. Wheat prime milling bids are offered but not accepted. oats fall with low demand and prices. oat feed and chaff prices drop amid abundant on offer.
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Mwaib
Prison Labour Builds Warders Cottage at Wanganui
Prisoners at Wanganui Central Gaol completed a five roomed cottage with offices in the prison grounds. Six inmates worked under supervision on the project, which took 87 days at eight hours daily, including painting, papering, and plumbing.
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Wanganui
Christchurch Grain and Produce Market Update
Flour imports from Australia show no decline with Craig and Co boats delivering 3800 tons to Auckland. Melbourne sent 2600 tons and Adelaide 700 tons, Maheno carried 117 tons from Melbourne. Wheat is quiet. oats demand remains. Chaff steady. potato prices fall after 9000 sacks landed in Auckland and 1000 more en route from Lyttelton. Spring seed demand rising as weather improves.
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Christchurch
Australia
Auckland
Messrs Craig and Co
Melbourne
Adelaide
Maheno
South
Dunedin
Oamaru
Timaru
Adelaide Loan Crisis Reaches Premier Resignation
In Adelaide the Premier announced the resignation of Agent General Jenkins amid government actions on a new loan. A firm negotiating with Lloyds says the government may face a charge of breach of faith over the London representative's not signing the agreement. The firm plans no commission claim but demands government inquiry into the London agent's conduct.
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Adelaide
Jenkins
Lloyds
London
Great Britain
South Australia
Marcebo Grounded Off Newcastle In Heavy Seas
The Marcebo grounded at four in the morning amid dark dirty weather after sailing from Sydney to Newcastle. The crew landed with ease. a tug failed to refloat the vessel, another attempt will be made tonight. The scow Hilda, timber laden and formerly in New Zealand trade, is ashore and may be a total wreck. The crew is safe.
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Sydney
Newcastle
Hilda
New Zealand
Napier Chamber Proposes Coastal Commerce Committee
The Napier Chamber of Commerce discussed representation on Harbour Boards and resolved to contact other Chambers nationwide. It proposed establishing a Parliamentary committee in Wellington to monitor commercial issues before Parliament.
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Napier
Napier Chamber of Commerce
Dominion
Wellington
Wit and Humour Recall in Hood and Woods
A whimsical note nods to Tom Hood and his humor as a measure of wit. It mentions Hood's renowned humor and compares it to Woods' reputed pepperming cure, suggesting a playful parallel between literary fun and a cure.
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Tom Hood
As Hood
Domestic servant charged with concealment of birth
Elizabeth Evelyn Mcleod, a domestic servant in Dunedin, was committed to the Supreme Court for trial on concealment of birth. Bail was set at one surety of 50 pounds.
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Dunedin
Elizabeth
Evelyn Mcleod
Supreme Court
Wellington man pleads guilty to keeping a disorderly house
George Howe a Chinese resident pleaded guilty at the Magistrate's Court and was committed to the Supreme Court for sentence on the charge. Evidence described revolting conduct by two European peers. Harry Ballantyne a farm labourer was committed for trial on an attempted unostural offence.
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Wellington
George Howe
Supreme Court
Pirle
Riddle
Harry Ballantyne
Opium Smuggling Fines in Wellington Trial
Joseph Hazlett and Joseph Scott two stewards of the Moana were fined £25 each after being found with half a tin of opium. One had £102 and the other £49 on arrest. They admitted involvement in a New Zealand opium ring.
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Wellington
Joseph Hazlett
Joseph Scott
Moana
New Zealand
Arnst and Webb Face Hard Row in Sydney Rowing Race
In Sydney on July 31, sculling fans await the Arnst versus Webb clash with strong training reports for both. The race tomorrow promises a hard struggle as they seek top form in preparation for engagement.
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Sydney
Arnett
Pearce
Arnst
Webb
William Bryant Takes Ashburton Refreshment Rooms Lease
William Bryant announces his takeover of the Ashburton Railway Refreshment Rooms for a three year term. He invites old friends and travelers to visit the refreshment counter for tea coffee cocoa sandwiches and cakes all hours and until late in the evening. A Lady assistant is in charge and the premises will be renovated soon with new furnishings writing desks and free writing and commercial requisites including telegraph forms.
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William Bryant
Ashburton
Bray
Townsend
No Rat Deterrent Found After AZOA Premise Complaint
Customer reports weeks pass after AZOA placement with no rodent signs. He fears a single rat could spread a fatal infectious disease to his family if it consumes the product or if contamination spreads within the household.
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Azoa
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