Bird sanctuary visit on Kapiti Island by J Drummond
J Drummond chief reporter of the Lyttelton Times visited Kapiti Island, a government bird sanctuary, and described abundant native birds including whiteheads, robins, pigeons, and parrots. He noted kiwis scarce in the north, fires threatening Maori land, and wild goats endangering vegetation and future bird habitats.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Drumsond
Lyttelton Times
New Zealand
Kapiti Island
Drummond
Buller
Hoe
Kapiti
Mr.Drummond
Otago
Auckland Islands
Cockayne
Dominion
Andromeda Nebula An Early View Of A Separate Universe
The article argues the Andromeda nebula may be a separate universe with a distinct, distant spiral structure. It contrasts it with the Orion nebula and suggests Andromeda contains multiple Milky Ways and a central globular cluster, vastly grander and more star rich than our own universe.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Garrett Servisse
Andromeda
Andromeda Nebula
Orion
Grion Nebula
Saturn
Ozie Tha Market Tea Distribution Facts
In a halting note the text mentions 86 Cash Princesses valued at £55 each, distributed biannually. The agents listed are Manchester Bros. Ltgp rs, with unclear description of materials and quality.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ozie
Manchester Bros
Polish-The famolla Line 4 Joumtand Furniture Polish
A trial offer for Polish-The famolla Line 4 Joumtand Furniture Polish is advertised as obtainable at Kerr Bros Burnett Giveat and Buxton and Thomag in Tri Angig. The notice suggests potential disappointment if not tried.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kerr Bros
Burnett Giveat
Buxton and Thomag
Triangig
Swaziland police force creation reported in London dispatch
London reports March 1 Swaziland police force creation gazetted. March 2 Daily Express Berlin correspondent says Socialists will order a general strike on March 18th anniversary of the 1848 Revolution to protest Prussian franchise reforms. Socialists aim to halt commerce and industry that day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Bidh Beer
Daily Express
Berlin
American Davis Cup Challenge Sent From London
The American Lawn Tennis Association will forward a challenge for a Davis Cup match to be held in September. The team is currently undetermined. Melbourne reports a challenge from America dated March 2. Lord Linlithgow died Saturday afternoon in the presence of his wife and family. funeral set for Thursday in Scotland.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ashburton
Tinwald
Christchurch
London
Blarch
American Lawn Tennis Association
America
Melbourne
The
Lawn Tennis Association
Maroh
Marqus of
Linlithgow
Scotland
Morocco report of French victory after fierce tribal attack
Paris dispatches state that on March 2 General Deine captured Sonkeldin after a prolonged attack by Indrakas tribesmen. French forces repulsed the assault with heavy losses on both sides. Thirteen French soldiers were killed and 36 wounded.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Deine
Sonkeldin
Reinforcements and Anti French Feeling Rise on Frontiers
Reports from the Algerian frontier indicate growing Francophobe sentiment. Reinforcements are being sent to bolster General Damade for extended operations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rocco
General Damade
Zulu Arrested After Natal Chief Murder Probe
A Zulu was arrested at Zombolwana on a charge of murdering a loyal chief Sitsushile in August 1006. He declares war, insisting he merely obeyed his chief. London reports say European land grabbing fueled Natal unrest and hindered Dinizulu’s fair trial.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Durban
Zombolwana
Sitsushile
London
Jellicos
Lord Elgin
Natal
Dinizulu
No-License Opinion Sparks Old Conflicts
A letter to the editor argues against No-license, praising old leaders like William Rolleston while criticizing the current law. The writer, an early pioneer now poor, says prohibition breeds mistrust, spying, gossip, and neighborly disruption, and calls for privacy at home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Rolleston
Canterbury
Mutton and lamb markets steady amid price firmness
A London dated cable from February reports a better tone in the mutton market with no price change. Lamb demand remains firm amid scarcity of prime quality, with Canterbury brands at 53 to 54d. Hindquarters quoted at 84d and forequarters at 7d. Butter prices have collapsed with weak demand. New Zealand butter at 120s, Australia at 117s, Danish at 125s, Siberian at 5.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Department of Industries and Commerce
London
Canterbury
New Zealand
Australie
Ilés
Siberian
Wool import losses and livestock market notes
The report notes North Island mutton and River Plate sheep prices and unchanged light sheep beef rates. The Economist estimates wool importers in Europe and America lost about £2,600,000 on Australian wool bought July to December last.
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North Island
Best
River Plate
Economist
Europe
America
Australia
Fire Insurance Outlook From Dunedin Board Meeting
At the Stan dard Insurance Company annual meeting Mr Fergus reported income of £112,579 and expenditure of £92,693 for the year. Premiums rose by over £6,000, yet profits lagged behind business volume. He warned fire brigades might see higher contributions under the Fire Board Act and urged prudent Board spending. The 1908 outlook was not promising.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dunedin
Fergus
Standard Insurance Company
Dominion
Australia
Fire Board
Seven terrorists hanged in St Petersburg case
Russia reports seven terrorists were executed in St Petersburg on March 2. The cable cites Calyino, said to be a Polish Jew, and notes a passport stolen from Italian professor Calving.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
ST. Petersburg
Calyino
Calving
Bush fires quench and rain moderates New Zealand blazes
Reports from Erketahuna Carterton and Palmerston North on March 2 describe renewed bush fires in hills and three sawmills burned at Atea Putara and Mangamaire with homes lost including Mir Charlies Arcus. Rain later fell aiding containment and easing drought fears.
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Erketahuna
Gardiner
Atea
Alberthesin
Putara
Chass
Mortiss
Mangamaire
Poppolewell
Kakariki
Carterton
Tierce
Brigelo
Mir Charlies Arcus
Dalefield
Palmerston North
Whale
Zam-Buk Balm Heals Longstanding Sore and Ailments
Mr T. Watson of Wooloongaba Brisbane says Zam-Buk Balm cured a 37 year old sore leg after other treatments failed. He.used it on a varicose vein neuralgia and rheumatic hand pain with complete relief. The ad claims universal skin and tissue healing and lists prices 6d per pot or 3s 6d family size.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. Watson
Balaclava Street
Wooloongaba
Brisbane
Priso
Dr Morse Indian Root Pills Endorsement by Elderly Woman
A 72 year old New Plymouth resident, Mrs Frederic Arnold, praises Dr Morse's Indian Root Pills as a reliable health aid. She claims the remedy reduces headaches and constipation, restores system balance, and she recommends them to friends and neighbors as essential family medicine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mra Frederic Arnold
Hine At
New Plymouth
Morse
Dr. Morse
Engall Razor Strop Sale Note in 3% Discount
Fragmentary listing shows Engall razor strop and supplies offered at a 3 percent discount. Mentions PRRCY’s and Brueb as part of the sale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Engall
PRRCY
Marie Antoinette the Butterfly in Her Youthful Escapades
Portrait of Marie Antoinette as a lively young queen who enjoyed gaiety and novelty. The article recalls her riding donkeys, attending water parties called gondolas, playing ball and battling, hosting dances, and even adopting a peasant boy named Armand after a dramatic roadside incident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maria Antoinette
Paris
Versailles
Choisy
Jacques
Armand
Marie Antoinette
Weather Notes From New Zealand Rivers and Railways
Wellington reports last night’s rain raised the Wainui o mata reservoir by five inches but surface remains three feet below overflow. Light sprinkles and oppressive atmosphere persist as clouds clear. Westport records heavy rain ending a regional drought with a washout on the railway line repaired by morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wellington
Wainui-o-mata
Westport
Dominion
Smart stylish shoes for young ladies at Mite Boot
The notice promotes shoes for young ladies described as smart and stylish and suitable for daily business use. It invites readers to view the recommended footwear at the Mite Boot and promises satisfaction and honest wear.
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Teneriffe
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Euapehu
Piaateke
Tapas
Tous
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Friedlar Imr Bros LF
Weasel
Corinthia
Arawno
Rmamari
Athenis
Delphi
Wellingt
Algo
Rio da Janiero
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European Agency
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Dacoh
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Harn
Timaru
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Ashburton, Waimate and
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Sunny Welson
Clearanch
Seaton
Ta Kapitt
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A & RT Irris
Tancred Street
Dalgety and Co., Limited
GS Plendid
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Ceaf Pee
H. J. Janmning
Foilding
H. Janning
Boss Pelich
Brown and Son's
Addington
Timaru—Mill and Co
Frisdlander Bros., Ltd
Invercargill
Iring, Invercargil
Tursday
Newman's Livery Stables
Somerset Hotel
Courtry
Newman
LUI Cycle
Bradly
Cable News
Lord Lithlingow
Morocco
South Africa
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High Commissioner's
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Fire Insurance
Russia
Press Association
Coud
Kaiapoij
Fis
Mgquality Chapers
Asnburton
Medding
Avery
O’carroll
J. PoPere Pice
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Gattle
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SR Ema Math S. Bln
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