Maoris in Transit Detained Over Eye Disease Fears
The Evening Post reports seventeen members of the Maori haka troupe in New York's Hippodrome were detained in San Francisco with suspected trachoma. Medical advice was sought, conflicting accounts say the Maoris are disease free, and landing was blocked amid a deadlock. Independent medical opinion to be sought when mail leaves.
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Wellington
Evening Post
San Francisco
New York Hippodrome
Tom Paine Remembered as a Leader and Pamphleteer
A century after his death Tom Paine is analyzed as a key revolutionary figure who shaped American and French events and inspired radical ideas. The critique exposes his virtues and faults, noting his influence on politics, religion, and public opinion while acknowledging his poverty and obscurity in old age.
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Tom Paine
Tun Act of Reason
Cosason Stnsa
Washington
Cobbett
England
Louis XVI
America
Committee of Public Instruction
Moncure Conway
Peine
Thomas ‘Paine
Franklin
Paine
Great Britain
Taine
Delaware
Trenton
Leeks
Rousseau
Max
John Ball
Locke
Tau Rieuva
Man
América
Jefferson
London
Lere
Collinses
Wollastons
Gibbonges
Bishop Watson
Swift
Beaumarchais
Fourier
France
Napoleon
Danton
Purchase
Louisiana
Supreme Court
Porto Rico
Philippines
Lewis
Dumfries
Paley
Americans
Comte
Jess
Tom
London Times
Auckland Court Hears Threats and Extortion Case
Arneld Hare, a young man, faced charges after sending letters to Clark demanding 50 pounds to avoid disclosing matters about a gaming firm. The letters promised to withhold information if the money was left at a designated place. Police arrested Hare after the plot was exposed. Bail set at two sureties of 50 pounds each.
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Per. Press Association
Auckland
Arneld’ Hare
Clark
Garni
Alice
Sander's Extract Praised Despite Harm Claims
An unnamed customer lauds Sander's Extract for decades amid warnings that other eucalyptus products caused harm. The letter endorses use for coughs and lung trouble with 6 drops per tablespoon of water and claims 15 drops in olive oil for wounds and skin issues, while noting risks from rival preparations.
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Halderness
Dappil
Sander & Sons
Ericalypti
Sander
Estates of Deceased Persons Stamp Valuations Wellington
In August 221 estates were certified for stamp duty with the largest being Henry Dent Gardiner of Christchurch at £123,248. Other Canterbury estates included Andrew Dawson £24,781, William Baxter £11,811, Donald McLennan £10,406, Francis T. Haskins £6,749, John Vance £5,688, Thompson Mitchell £5,482, George Barclay £5,140, Joseph Rosewarne £4,739, Ada M. & Dicker £4,120, Sir J. W. Walten £8,000, William Fenwick £2,791, Henry Hebley £2,545, and others small sums.
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Wellington
Henry Dent Gardiner
Christchurch
Canterbury
Andrew Dawson
William Baxter
Donald McLennan
Francis T. Haskins
John Vance
Thompson Mitchell
George Barclay
Joseph Rosewarne
Ellen Aitken
Sarah Ann Ivess
John Stone
Denis Murphy
F. J. Willoughby
Frank Dickson
New Zealand Trade Critiqued by Chinese Consul
Chinese Consul Mr Hwang in Palmerston North criticizes New Zealand trade methods saying locals neglect foreign markets and rely on a few Chinese merchants. He notes NZ exports like mutton beef wool reach China slowly while readily available items such as fungus sharks fins and beche de mer could be traded more widely. He calls NZ business casual and urges proactive export efforts.
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Palmerston
North
Hwang
New Zealand
Far East
China
Floods Deluge Dargaville and North Island Areas
Heavy rains cause severe damage in northern districts with Dargaville flooded several inches deep and businesses hit hard. Lower river regions at Ranpo face widespread inundation, cattle stranded, and many settlers ruined as twenty year record floods unfold. Auckland August rainfall totals 7.13 inches versus 4.93-inch average.
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Press “Association
Dargaville
Wairoa
Ranpo
Auckland
Otago Dock Trust Face £36000 Claim From Scott Brothers
The Otago Dock Trust faces a £36,000 claim from Scott Brothers of Christchurch for dock construction work. The trust sent a final settlement cheque of £3351, deducting penalties for non completion by the contract date, but the contractors have not presented the cheque.
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Dunedin
Scott. Bros
Christchurch
Otago
Kitchener Visit To New Zealand Delayed
Lord Kitchener’s New Zealand arrival date after Australia visit is postponed. A telegram from the Australian Governor-General to Lord Plunket cites steamship connection difficulties between Java and Australia and lack of cruiser from the Admiralty. He will telegram further details from Japan.
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Pet Press Association
Wellington
Lord Kitchener
New Zealand
Australia
Lord Plunket
Javan
Admiralty
Japan
Lane's Emulsion praised as a tonic and strengthener
Advertorial testimonial extols Lane's Emulsion as a health booster for women. A reader credits improved appetite digestion energy and sleep after a course, claiming it builds blood and flesh and strengthens nerves. The piece promotes two sizes 4/6 and 2/6 and suggests widespread availability.
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Lane
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Royal Mail
Monte Video
Teneriffe
Plymouth
Clayton
Ytear Et
Paparoa
Auapeh
Tyrakina
Tongariro
Hasona
Tona
Winal
Der
Friedlander Bros., Ltd
Shaw, Savill and Albion CO
OT Limited
OVAL
Tanerife
Vensel
Rorinth
Fisvai
Lyuea
Pate
Wellingeto
Sert
Welltogte
Nev
Ington
Fec
tAiso
Nicoll Bros
NEW Zealand Insurance Company, Ltd
Nicoll
Islington
Islinngton
Turnip
Slington
Islington M
Isurang
Fact Po
Nae Deprirtmant
Temgaaz
Seer
Sterling
Jones and Sons
High Street
Ochrietchtrce
Telephone
Newman's Livery Stables
Ashburton
Newman
Mellor's
SU Plul Steaks
Ake
Cat
Colman
Manchester Bros
Seigel
Rupp
Per Press Association
Cambris
Hei
J. Ballantyne & CO
the Drapers
ENEY
Hughes
Hereford
Street
Canterbury Co-Operative
al Wilson and Co
Tuam Street
Wilson
Dominion
P.O
Barningham & Co., Ltd
George Strees
Knox Church
Juove S
Allike
Timothy and Trefoil
Anothe
Christchurch Prooe
DR. Fellows
St. Asaph Street
A. M. Loasby
Colombo St
Fellows
George Popplewell
Colombo Street
H. F.stevens
MENT
Per Presa Association
North Island
Otago Dock
Goloshes
Chapman: & Davis
Burnett Street
Building Society
Tancred Street
Manchester “& CO
E. Manchester & CO
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Dempster
Tancred
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A, Loewe and Co
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