Irrigation Bill debated as Central Otago lands plan outlined
Wellington rescripts the Irrigation Water Supply Bill after a government message. The measure would authorize up to £100,000 for arid land settlement chiefly in Central Otago, with officials noting a shift to a dedicated bill. The Public Trust Office Amendment Bill discussion centred on confidential evidence and indemnity provisions for the Public Trustee, with clashes over retrospective clauses and estate limits. The House adjourned after late-night committee work and pensions business.
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Wellington
Mor Russell
Otago
James Allen
Public Trust Office
A. L. Herdman
Russell
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Public Service Commission
Mackenzie
McCallum
D. Buddo
Great Britain
Veitch
Prize Bestowed by Dr. Holt on New York Baby
Dr. K Emmett Holt awarded a prize for a "perfect baby" to the son of an Italian couple aged 26 and 24. The infant, three months and fifteen days old, weighed 14.1 pounds with a 16.3 inch head, 17 inch chest, 18 inch abdomen, and 26 inches in height. The mother was 15 and the father 17 at marriage. the baby is described as well cared for with variable bedtimes and nursing frequency.
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New York
K. Emmett Holt
Methven Agricultural and Pastoral Association Meeting
A Methven committee meeting of the Agricultural and Pastoral Association was held on Monday evening with D McDonald chairing. The balance sheet and report were unanimously adopted showing a sound financial position. The annual meeting is set for Monday September 15 and nominations close seven days before.
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Methven Agricultural and Pastoral Association
Messrs
D. McDonald
J. T. Mangin
Wm. Campbell
J. Doherty
W. H. Pearce
8. Smith
H. Green
A. Cuff
Highbank School Sees Farewell to Mr R J Anderson
Good attendance at Highbank school last Tuesday bid farewell to Mr R J Anderson who sold his farm and left the district. Chairman Mr G Vaughan presented a watch. Mrs Anderson awaits a piece of plate later. The evening featured songs recitations and piano solos followed by refreshments and dancing. Auld Lang Syne ended a pleasant gathering.
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Highbank
R J.anderson
G. Vaughan
Anderson
New Zealand Visitors Hear Imperial Bond Strong
At a civic reception in Auckland on August 26 Hon F H D Bell stressed visits by British MPs would prove Imperial laws from self governing dominions aim for Empire welfare. He noted hospitality from the Motherland and mutual loyalty, as Lord Islington’s party anticipates days in New Zealand. The group, invited by the Empire Association, hopes to deepen understanding for future imperial decisions.
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Auckland
Bell
New Zealand
Emmett
Empire Association
England
Islington
Britain
The Next Leviathan Liner If Ship Growth Continues
A leading statistician predicts a 1965 Atlantic liner could be half a mile long and 206000 tons with 60000 passengers based on a 40 year growth curve. The article cites ships since 1840 and suggests future vessels will dwarf today’s giants, boosting speed safety and comfort.
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Gilfillan
Paleolithicts
Beware Winter Cough Risks and Baxter’s Lung Preserver
A plea to treat lingering winter coughs to prevent future illness. The ad warns that neglect can lead to consumption or bronchitis and touts Baxter’s Lung Preserver at 1s 0d per bottle. Also promotes Regent Cigarettes for inhalers with forty presents to choose from.
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Regent
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