Tender fraud case over government contracts in Australia
The report details a tender fraud claim involving Kidman who alleged he did not authorize signatures on tenders. Alfred Tames, printer, signed a tender he claimed not to know Kidman. Kidman claimed he sought genuine offers, used random names, and upheld that tenders would have been carried out if accepted. The Chief Justices stressed the issue’s significance for Empire defence contracts. Kidman was found guilty, sentence deferred.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alfred Tames
Kidman
Australia
Commonwealth
Volunteer munitions brigades formed in Sydney
The June 29 report from Sydney notes volunteers organize munitions making in spare time. The Iron Trades Employers' Association of Broken Hill pledges to place its members and resources at the government’s disposal for any required direction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Broken Hill
Iron Trades Employers’ Association of New South Wales
Court denies bail for De Wet in rebel republic case
In Bloemfontein on June 23 the Court found De Wet intended to upend the Government and proclaim an Independent Republic. It deemed he could not be allowed to join rebels without government opposition and refused bail pending appeal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
de Wet
de* Wet
Aarits
Lhe
German Harvest Prospects Fade in Intensive Drought
Amsterdam reports the German harvest faces a complete failure in several districts due to drought. The burning sun scorches grass and withers crops and fruit, signaling a poor yield across regions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amsterdam
German Visions of War In Hamburg Silences and Zeppelins
A Times correspondent in London reports German hopes for swift naval air power. Hamburg officials and merchants wait as Germany foresees battleships submarines and airships uniting to challenge Britain. Experts note French air forces lead in field aviation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Times
Germany
Hamburg-Amerika Company
Hamburg
Ireland
Great Britain
The Pope and the War In A Paris Interview
The Pope in a Paris interview published in Liberte criticizes belligerent actions by Germany and Britain. He condemns the destruction of Louvain and the Lusitania while urging humane conduct and calling for a postwar syllabus to define church doctrine on war. The pope also notes no current involvement in disputes with belligerents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
Liberte
Pontifical
Louvain
Lusitania
Pope Rejects Secret Code Tied to Vatican War Stance
The Pope refused a government offer of a secret code for representatives of wartime powers, saying it would be too dangerous under Holy See control. He expressed trust in the present government but fear of public life uncertainty in Italy and said he would seek peace when opportunity arose.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Italy
Holy See
Vatican
Colonial meat stocks eyed for rapid clearance
In Commons remarks Mr W Runciman said the government is expediting removal of meat stocks in Australia and New Zealand with two vessels sent to New Zealand at the imperial government's expense. Refrigerated ships are used as storeships where needed, but not in London. The government denies fixing meat prices and notes sales operate on usual market commission.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
W. ‘Thorne
House of Commons
W. Runciman
Australia
New Zealand
Thorne
Tunnciman
Mackenzie
Robinson
Runciman
Montague Nelson
Board of Trade
Unjust aspersions on police explained by commissioner
In Wellington on June 23 Commissioner Cullen explained to a New Zealand Times reporter that police could not enlist. The Defence Department would not accept constable enlistments, and enlisting many officers would deplete ranks. Police stay at home to maintain strength and prevent crime.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wellington
New Zealand Times
Justice Department
Defence Department
Cullen
Dominion
New Zealand
Relief From Cold Symptoms Promoted by Nazol Ads
An old advertisement touts Nazol for chest tightness and breathing relief with a first dose claim. It also markets Chamberlain's Tablets as a remedy to improve digestion, assimilation, and regular bowel movements, noting widespread availability in stores.
Public meeting to raise funds for sailors campaign
A meeting at Orange Hall Monday aims to launch a fundraising drive for wounded sailors and mercantile marine men to return to New Zealand. Organizer Mr Booth of the Lyttelton Sailors Institute notes the British and Foreign Sailors Society network has aided thousands, with 2900 seamen visiting in the latest quarter. Captain Halsey commends the society’s benefits in a letter featured by the manager.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orange Hall
Mercantile Marine
New Zealand
Booth
Sailors’ Institute
Lyttelton
Germany
Lyttelton Gerlich
Vereign
Sailors’ Society
Mr Booth
Halsey
H.M.S. New Zealand
Incoherent Nuptial Scribbles From Frayed Text
Fragmentary wedding verse describes a bride in blue with brown suited groom and confetti. The lines include garbled phrases and misspelled dialogue reflecting a damaged excerpt with emotional vows and teary sentiment.
Hean's Essence Offered For Cough Remedy At Home
A testimonial from a "woman of good judgment" praises Hean's Essence for making large at home bottles, saving money and easing sore throats, colds, and coughs. The remedy is advertised as simple, non spoiling, and available from G. W. Hean of Wanganui for 2 shillings post-free with the brand spelled H E A N S.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hean
G. W.hean
Wanganui
New Book Offers From London Publishers for Winter Reading
A large parcel of books arrived from London and other publishers with many current fiction titles and works on topical subjects. The listing includes The Ne'er-do-Well Pardners The Barrier and works by Rex Beach plus patriotic poems and Red Cross related titles. Also advertised is a range of pocket Bibles New Testaments and Testaments with Yapp edges in various bindings. A. W. Hopkins, Bookseller and Stationer.
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London
Foster Fraser
God
James Oliver Carwood
Richard Dehan
Goldie
Annie Swan
de Horne Vaizig
Rex Beach
Pardners
The
Bath
England
Florence Barclay
Red Cross
Weymouth
A. W. Hopkins
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Dewet
Pope
Police
Commissioner Cullen
Chamberlain
Chenisty
NEW Books
Dena
Andrew Orr & .Co., Ltd
Old Country
Stoeckh
Kirkcaldy
Brussels
Axminster
Roslyn
Petone
Ashburton
Andrew Orr & Con., Ltd
Manchester Bros
Homa
Harly
Tailors, and Mercers
East Street
Maxwell
Cameron
Arcade Clothing Company
Barnett Strat
J. G. Andrews
John Orr
Andy
Rr and Co
Michelin
R. C. Johnston
Andrill. and CO
Eaen
T. H. Andrill & CO
General Furnishers
AIG
New Z Zealand
Frank Curtis
E.P.C.C.,. Opt. de
Cember
N.Z
Optical Association
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