Airmanese Slang Emerges From War Air Talks
A Daily Mail report describes Airmanese, a new slang of the air services, with pilots explaining terms for controls, maneuvers, and gear. It notes naval and army slang merging after the Air Force formation and predicts lively, distinct jargon will persist among air crews.
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Army
R.n.as
R.F.G
Ying
Air Force
IFC
R.N.A.S
Mesopotamia
Daily Mail
Ancient tableware and early meal customs in history
The piece notes that early peoples used their hands or flat bread as plates for meat. It cites first mentions around A.D. 600 among continental luxuries. It then shifts to advice about Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for coughs and whooping cough, claiming safety and relief.
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Chamberlain
Appeal grants exemption for minister's son at military board
In Napier on June 12 at the Military Service Board Hon G W Russell appealed for exemption for his eldest son, a farm manager. Russell said three sons were at the front and the other had returned. the appeal was allowed and the Minister announced the son would enlist when arrangements are made.
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Napier
Military Service Board Today
G. W. Russell
Russell
New Zealand Supreme Court Upholds Fraud and Robbery Verdicts
At Napier on June 12 the Supreme Court heard sentences for Frederick Hampson and James Willoughby found guilty of obtaining money by false pretences. Hampson received two years in reformative detention while Willoughby must repay 19 pounds and pay 11 pounds costs, with six months imprisonment in default. David Collins and John Davis faced charges of robbery and assault against Robert Black Adams and attempting to defeat the course of justice. both were found guilty of assault and of attempting to defeat justice, with sentence deferred.
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Napier
Supreme Court
Frederick Hampson
James Willoughby
Hampson
Willoughby
David Collins
John Davis
Robert Black Adams
Ministers stance on Sunday closures debates marble bars
A telegram from June 7 reports Hon J M Wilford telling a deputation from the Council of Churches he disagreed with their demand to close marble bars on Sundays but agreed with the Chief Justice that such works are necessary and should stay open. He will present their views to Cabinet though not in full sympathy.
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Wellington
J. M. Wilford
Council of Churches
Draft No E66 Arrives Home for Invalided New Zealand Troops
Home again from war in Auckland reports Draft No E66 of invalided soldiers arriving at night. Many were severely wounded from the New Zealand division’s recent action north of Albert. One death occurred at sea Private P. Rameka of the Bay of Islands. Decorations noted include Lieutenant Samuel Frickleton V C of Greymouth.
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Auckland
New Zealand
Albert
P. Rameka
Bay of Islands
Samuel Frickleton, V.C
Greymouth
Important Conferences in Wellington on War-Era Issues
The National Efficiency Board held talks with Sir James Allen and Hon. W. D. MacDonald about wheat production timber supply soldiers' businesses repatriation and national services. Cabinet will review all recommendations. The Board of Trade also discussed petrol supplies wheat purchases and swat price concerns.
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Wellington
National Ficiency Board
James Allen
W. D. &. MacDonalds
Board of Trade
W. D
MacDonald
Tramway Meeting Decides Not To Strike
A meeting of tramway men listened to a report on recent talks with the Tramway Company and, by a large majority, decided not to strike as a settlement is reported to be agreed. No further details are available.
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Y.M.C.A
Wakatipa
Auckland
Cough Remedy Promotes Early Treatment Advice
Begin treatment at once if you have a sore throat. Early use of Chamberlain's Cough Remedy can prevent worsening colds and future infections. Sold everywhere.
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Solton Veglige
As Ad
Tossore
Ideal Men’s
Burnett St. Ashburton
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Targus
Columbia
Golambis
Bart
Gams
Webley, Sons & Gofton
High Street
Chrlatchurch
Osman and CO
HB. P. Evans
Alfa Laval
GREAM
Alfa Petrol Gas
Mason
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P.O. Box
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Christchurch
Stewart Dawson
Covbhs
COLES
Catarah
Ragtarerad
Barbie
Mata Chemical Co
Tina
Davidson and Wauchop
Bega
Ym.acaa
D. A. Ewen
G.A
Taker
Airman Number Two
Thea
Royal Naval Air Service
Dominion News
Per Press Association
Home Again
Beath
London
Bashion
Beath's
Georgette
Liberty
Kempthorne, Prosser & Cos Nz, Drug Co
Ubealt Church
Cwotel
Victoria
Shuark
D. Collins
Proprieton
RE. M. Phillips
Webley, Sons, and Gofton, Ltd
All Communications Care
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East Street
Haat
Rery
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