Recruiting in the English Army Amid Labour Market Strikes
A World to Day summary notes that army recruiting hinges on labor conditions with strikes boosting enlistment, while prolonged peace hinders it. It cites an expert predicting a 70 percent drop in regular Army recruits during good trade, and highlights New Zealand as a potential source. It warns that many applicants are unfit or idle, and criticizes Reservist reliance and staffing for future European war mobilization.
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England
New Zealand
Ottawa
Tan Hamilton
Jads
Daily Mail
Earl Percy
Territorial
Regular
Army life blamed for poor recruitment and post service hardship
The article notes only a small fraction enlist for love of soldiering while many join for family reasons or due to no other option. It argues Army unpopularity stems from a dead end path after seven to eight years, with veterans facing difficulty finding work and limited pension prospects.
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India
Inefficient men and the strain on the army
A critique of recruiting failures shows 30 000 men quarter of peace strength are sick recruits or unfit for service at home. Add an 8000 deficiency, and nearly a third of nominal strength is ineffectual. Compares British approach to European nations with France delaying enrollment to age 20 after strict medicals.
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Europe
France
Army
Chaos at Mobilisation in Depth of Peace Strength Shortfall
The text warns that peace strength is weaker than any other army and mobilising will cause chaos. It notes Reservists called to fill ranks may be 50 to 70 percent, divisions in maneuvers ran at half wartime establishments, and many participants would be unavailable for war due to age or other factors.
NEW ZEALAND PARLIAMENT FILIBUSTER ON BILL AMENDMENTS
Wellington December 13 Parliament resumes after debates on Shops and Offices Bill No 2. Massey explains aim to fix old-law anomalies. Clause 22 tramway clause dropped to ease Auckland dispute. Ward protests. Labour Disputes Investigation Bill passes in third reading. other amendments progress. House adjourns at 10 p.m.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wellington
W. F. Massey
Tailor Craighead Promotes Up-to-Date Holiday Suits
The advertisement urges customers to order holiday suits from H. and E. Craighead, emphasizing timely tailoring, perfect fit, comfort, and lasting wear with high-grade fabrics. It highlights rapid style changes and urges vigilance to stay current.
Arcade Clothing Co offers ready to wear box suits
Free desiring value for their money should visit the Arcade Clothing Co men’s clothiers mercers boots etc. We have a large stock of ready to wear box suits always on hand with the latest patterns. Orders for Christmas suits still being booked.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the. Arcade Clothing CO
Clothiers
Mercers
S Boots
Wellington House Session Ends After Long Debate
In Wellington on December 14 the session started at 11 a.m. and, unable to finish remaining business before midnight, adjourned for the night. The agenda includes Supplementary Estimates and the Appropriation Bill, with the motor bus clause in the Municipal Corporations Amendment Bill in dispute and to be discussed in a conference tomorrow. The session is expected to conclude by Monday afternoon unless new issues arise, and will surpass previous records for length in both the House and Hansard.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. L. Herdman
Joseph Ward
Dominion
Auckland
Russell
Ds. Newman
Buick
Legislative Council
Auckland Tramway Company
House
Wellington
Coasy
Public School Manual Instruction and Funding Figures 1912
The report notes 63 percent of public schools offered manual instruction in 1912, down from 66 percent in 1911, with 1600 schools providing it last year. Capitation and subsidies amounted to £24,993 8s 1d, and average payment per scholar was just over £4. Special grants for buildings and equipment totaled £9,931.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baxter
Baxter's
Boot Repairing Transfer Notice to Ingram
I have disposed of my boot repair business to Mr VY. J. C. Ingram and thank my numerous customers for past support. I notify Compton's customers and the General Public that I have taken over the business with 80 years of experience. Expect strict attention and the best leather with hand shewn work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
VY. J. C. Ingram
Compton
Dominion
Fashionable Tailor unveils new garments in Ashburton
The Public is invited to inspect the second shipment of tweeds and Worsted suits. Each garment is cut by certified London cutters and made by proficient workers, with hand finished tailoring at Burnett Street Ashburton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beason
London
Machinisth
Ros Shooting Small Birds Air Guns and Prices
Prices listed for air guns and ammunition including 5s 20s 30s 40s and £3 with John Orr and Co as sellers at Mast Street Stare. The item notes small bird shooting gear and related prices from the 20s to 40s.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Orr and Cos
Mast Street
John Orr. and Co
East Street
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Ion
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Ashborton
J. Cameron
Burneet Street
RAVEN
Bell Bros
Burnett
PHONT
WM. Osman
W. J. Sparrow
Frank Curtis
F.P
Opt. D
W. Compton
Premier
FAC Premier de
Burnete Street
Hatilor, ‘and Outfitter
Burnett Street
Cass and Wills
J. Sutherland
Triangle
Ron
W. Healen
Make
Mitchell and Turner's
Mitchell and Turner
Drapers OF Quality
R. D. Johnston’s
Barnest Street
Ashdurton
Hefford
Hefford’s
G. Hefford
Cphe
Empire
Medico
HycGiinte
Soli
T. H. Ondrill & Cq; Household “Furnishers
Tanched Street
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