Ambidexterity debated in early 20th century health column
The World Today discusses ambidexterity and its benefits for workers and soldiers. It cites Sir Edwin Landseer and General Baden-Powell, notes 95 percent of people are right handed per Dr Haenkel, and describes studies by Professor Pipman on brain lobes and stroke recovery through left-hand training.
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Edwin Landseer
Baden- Powell
Haynkel
Hamburg
Dy ‘Haenkel
Pipman
Strane
Plea for Ambidexterity and Left-Handed Skill
A fragment argues ambidexterity can be learned quickly and benefits the left side of the body. It cites Dr Haenkel, Boers and Japanese practice, and claims gains in piano and violin use, typing, sports, surgery, and teaching efficiency. The text links left-handed dexterity to mental alertness and decision.
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Haenkel
Beng
Why We Are Right Handed In Human Anatomy
A discussion by Mr Leopold Katscher examines theories on right handedness. He notes early humans used both arms, and rightward pushing shielded the heart, influencing descendants. The brain’s hemispheres differ in function and speech centers. Children show dual speech areas, with one often atrophying but possible to revive with training.
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Leopold -Katscher
Juxe
Thoughts for the Day: Self Respect and Growth
Motivational note urging personal growth through self respect and hard work. Encourages developing brain and muscle, learning quickly without fear of breaking speed, and making life the finest possible.
Parliament debate on Copyright and Magistrates' Courts Bills
The Wellington council discussed the Copyright Bill aiming for uniform world law and the Magistrates' Courts Bill extending magistrates powers with cautions on wills and probate. Pensions reciprocity and costs were debated as ministers warned of liabilities and cross‑border fairness. The session closed at 4 59 p.m.
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Wellington
F. H. D. Belk
Loyal Ashburton Lodge Celebrates 40th Anniversary Social
The Loyal Ashburton Lodge of Odd Fellows Manchester Unity marked 40 years with a social in the Orange Hall last night. Over 60 couples attended as evergreen and flag decorations lined the walls with Past Grand certificates and the motto United we stand, divided we fail. A progressive euchre contest awarded prizes to Miss i Hume and Mr W Humé, with booby prizes for Miss Dr Smith and Bart Bremner. Supper by Mr Steve Madden preceded about three hours of dancing to Terris's Band, with Mr I Hunt singing and Brother J H W Mushet as minister of ceremonies. the event was one of the lodge’s most successful.
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Ashburton Lodge of Oddfellows
Manchester Unity
Orange Hall
Hunt
J. HW. Mushet
Haywards Pictures At His Majesty's Theatre
The newest film programme screened last evening at His Majesty's Theatre was well received. Charles Dickens Pickwick Papers scenes starred Mr John Benny in a leading role. The Honour System depicted prison life, The Lager Beer industry offered an educational study, and Saunters through Old Rome provided fine scenery.
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His Majesty's Theatre
Charles ‘Dickens
Pickwick Papers
John Benny
Rome
Delphic Crew Fined Over Powder Cargo Dispute
In Auckland on August 7 the Delphic crew protested working a powder cargo at lower British seamen rates. Eight watersiders were fined 28d each plus launch hire 3 10s. the company later remitted the fines and erased the record from the ship log after an agreement to resume work at one o clock.
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Auckland
Delphic
Watersiders
Rettev Delphic
Vbs
Christchurch House Debates Distress, Racing and Betterment Bills
The Christchurch House read first the Empowering Bills for Christchurch and Dunedin districts and amended tramways rules. A second reading was given to the Distress Limitation Bill. The Gaming Act Amendment Bill debate paused as Mr Wilford argued for more racing days and fewer bookmakers. The Premium Bonds Validation Bill was sent to committee, and the Betterment Bill on railway land value faced party clashes before second reading. The House adjourned at 11.55 pm.
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F. H. D. Bell
J. B. Jenkinson
Captain Tucker
Supreme Court
G. Samuel
W. Becan
Samuel
Statutes Revision Committee
House of Representatives
J.E. Jenkinson
W. C. F. Carncross
New Zealand
Australia
City of Christchurch
Christchurch
Borough of Mornington
Wilford
Mr Harris
Russell
Malesim
Mc Harris
McCallum
Ar Laurenson
Payne
Witty
Harris
Carpenters' Award Case Dismissed in Wellington
In Wellington on August 7, Mr Riddell dismissed Labour Department cases against the City Corporation over alleged breach of the carpenters' award. Timbermen working as labourers in trenches and concrete were paid under the general labourers' rate instead of the carpenter's rate of 1s 4d per hour. The magistrate ruled this work could not be deemed solely carpenters' work.
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Wellington
Riddell
Labour Department
City Corporation
Carpenters
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