Alcohol as a motive power praised by engineering head
Russell Sinclair, addressing the Engineering Association of New South Wales, praised alcohol as a potential power source for small engines. He cited European use in agricultural motors, noting higher efficiency than oil or petrol, safety advantages, and Australia's ample alcohol supply, while a member quipped about “thermal units” with water.
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Sydney Morning Herald
Engineering Association of New South Wales
Russell Sinclair
Sinclair
Continental
Europe
Australia
Commonwealth
Religion Guides Champion George Towns Says Athletics Aid From Faith
George Towns, ex-champion, urges athletes to see religion as help not hindrance to success. He recalls overcoming weakness through perseverance, rest on Sundays, self control, and following divine law to stay on top in a competitive world.
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George Towns
Pitt
Certan
The Kaiser Among His Battle Ships in Chambers Journal
A Chambers Journal piece on the German Navy describes the Kaiser as the navy’s soul. It notes his ritual sermons at recruit swearing in, Sunday services aboard ships, and meals on battleships. His impetuous temper and illness shape his public persona and wardrobe.
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Chambers
Kiel
Willhelmshaven
Navy
Mellor’s Ashburton Footwear Ad Promises Low Prices
Jaz Mellor promotes boot and shoe display in Ashburton offering boots shoes and slippers with honest craft and guaranteed satisfaction. Tancred Street address listed plus a Tin coupon exchange notice and unclaimed sovereigns mention.
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Jaz, Mellor
Ashburton
Mellor’s
Tancred Street
Ashburton farmers form committees amid labourers' wage dispute
At the Land Bill meeting in Oddfellows Hall farmers debated the Labourers' Union demands and agreed three committees would meet in Ashburton on May 28 to plan action. The group noted harvest labour concerns and possible arbitration delays until July. Players included G W Leadley W T Lill J C N Grigg M G Rich T E Upton and T Blackley.
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Oddfellows’ Hall
Leadley
Farm Labourers’ Union
Timaru
Christchurch
Ashburton
W. Harding
James Bruce
Messrs
G. W. Leadley
WT. Lill
J. C. N. Grigg
M. G. Rich
T. E Upton
T Blackley
Timary
Christshire
Labourers’ Union
Joint Committee
Workers’ Union
Chapman
Compensation Awarded in Dunedin Street Widening Case
In Dunedin on May 20 the Compensation Court settled Edmond Connors v. Dunedin Corporation. Connors sought 2700 pounds for land taken for street widening. the court granted 1580 pounds in compensation.
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Dunedin
Edmond Connors
Dunedin Corporation
Connors
Wellington Teachers Institute Backs Reform in Appointments
The Wellington branch of the Teachers' Institute passed a resolution condemning current methods of appointing and promoting teachers as unsatisfactory. Members discussed the conference committee report but adjourned for further consideration.
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Wellington
Teachers’ Institute
Advice to Mothers on Peps for Child Colds and Coughs
Mothers are urged to keep Peps Pastille in cold weather to protect children from colds and lung illness. The ad promotes Peps as a direct lung remedy, dissolving on the tongue to deliver fumes that disinfect mouth and throat and soothe the bronchial tubes. It claims superiority over cough syrups and cold lozenges and offers a free sample by sending a stamp to the Sydney address, with purchase options in Dunedin at a stated price.
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Peps Pastille Co
Pitt Street
Sydney
Australian Alarm Over Immigration and War Threats
A contemporary reports China boycotting American goods while Australia braces for similar treatment. It urges rapid defense buildup, universal male training, and open immigration for European races to avert being overwhelmed by China and rising Japanese influence. It references rifles from Germany, medical tonics, and cautions that war may yet come.
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Germany
Pekin
China
Russia
Australia
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Friedlander Bros
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Waiwera
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David Welln
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Winch Well
Carter /Well
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Nicoll Bros
NEW Zealand Insurance Company
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Coalbrookdale
Westport
T. Young
Ulster
Ghriatchurch
A. & BR. Terris
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Guns of Hire
Eley
Nobel
Ballistite
G. Milddins
the People’s Lonuionger
Burnett Street
T. H. Andrill & Co
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PREYE
Prind? Andlr Bros. Ltd
Werles Areas
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Perrarer
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Bole
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East Bohema
MmMpresario
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Henry Sienkiewicz
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Irkutsk
Baikal
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Kaiser
Aes East
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Eranahaa Renee
Daptes
Messra Craighead
Berryman
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ROYAL
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Bonnerr Srrezetr
Charles Muir
Cam
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Cooper & Duncan, Ltd
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