Carnegie Benevolence and the Fear of Disgrace
Discussion on Andrew Carnegie's vast philanthropy including free libraries and the Hero Fund, noting an estimated £7 million given and more still planned. The piece questions whether his wealth will outlive his reputation, suggesting future surprises as he ages and many believe his fortune will be distributed before death.
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Andrew Carnegie
British Isles
North America
Dunfermline
Scotland
Carnegie
Mule Emillignai
Carnegie gifts fund for libraries and organs to UK
Andrew Carnegie writes from Sikibo Castle Dornoch on July 12 1918 confirming the transfer of one million dollars of six percent first mortgage bonds to trustees for use in the United Kingdom. He notes changes may be made as needed, allowing the fund to aid public libraries and church organs and possibly broaden to national welfare with trustee oversight.
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United Kingdom
Carnegie
Sikibo Castle
Dornoch
Sutherland
Carnegie Danfermline
Osmegic Raoration
New York
Great Britain
Ireland
Duffermline Trist
Hero Land Trust
Andrew Carnegie
Thoughts for the Day on Living a Christ Like Life
A reflection notes there is one essential Christian work: living a Christ like life. Simple acts like tending a room, baking bread, tying a baby's shoe, or mending a broken sled reveal greatness through deeds rather than words. The measure of faith shows in everyday kindness.
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Mark
Guy . Pearce
Getzing Schoolhos
Wellington Parliament Session Reports and Debates
Wellington debates cover City Empowering Bill amendments to widen effect, Conciliation issues, and Methodist Union Bill. Pension Bill readings, Maori lands concerns, inspector plans, and civil service reforms. Police inquiry calls rise after Waihi Huntly strikes. customs and marine votes discuss government steamers and future replacement. The session adjourns in early hours with Class XL discussions ongoing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. A.D. Bel
J. K. Jenkinson
Messia W. Earnshaw
Samuel
C. M. Luke
Mie Laurenson
Hendits
Myr Pavata
Pomere
Desire
Wilford
Hr Wilford
Dannevirke
Russell
Civil Service Commissioners
A. le Herdman
Crown
A. L. Herdman
Hanan
South Island
Taland
Waihi
Huntly
Webb
Br Robertson
Payne
Customs and Marine
Wellington
F. M. B. Fisher
Public Trustee report raised in House amid trust breach claims
Debate over the annual Public Trustee report reveals alleged breach of faith after a garbled New Zealand Times item. Ministers defend confidentiality, while Maori and Native Affairs questions discuss Native lands, taxation, and road access. The Native Department item is passed after protests and statements on native welfare.
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G. Tanverson
Tr Ta
A. L. Herdman
Printing Office
Public Trust Office
New Zealand Times
G.W. Russell
Russell
Een
W. Fraser
T. Wilford
Wixess
Br. Pomare
W. EH. Herries
Parata
Native Department
Justice Department
Native Land Court
Veitch
Sussell
Maori Lands Administration
Young
varnish preparations advertised for boat coverings
An early 20th century business notice promotes Tinvarnish and Linolean varnish preparations for protecting oar coverings with one quick application. Prices listed as 6d and 1s 8d per tin, available at John Orr and Co. East Street Store.
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John Orr and Co
East Streat
East Street
Hean's Essence Cough Remedy Gains Popularity in New Zealand
A vetted chemist created Hean's Essence, promoted as a cost saving cough remedy. Readers report strong results and big savings making at home from one bottle, with many testimonials from users across New Zealand. The product is available through grocers and chemists, with mail orders possible.
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Thouzane
Hean
J. W. Wi
Employers’ Association
Wang
Peer Furse
Tarara
Otaso
A. Shearsby
Palmerston North
Choice Dried Fruit Prices at East Street Ashburton
A local ad lists currants at 4d per lb and sultanas at 6d per lb with other dried goods including raisins 5d per packet, seedless Muscatels 4 1 3d per lb, prunes 4d to 5d, cooking figs 4d, evaporated apricots 10d, pie apples 1 shilling, pie apricots 1 4, gooseberries 1/2, dates 3d, plums 1d, peaches 1/2, greengages 10d. East Street Ashburton.
Splendid Spring Millinery Models Attract Noted Ladies
In the heart of Millinery, spring fashions command attention as ladies discuss this season's latest models. A refined selection showcases the newest styles for spring and summer, drawing interest from all.
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Guardian
Orvick
Parliament
Legislative Council
Per
Association
Wellington City
F. H. D. Bell
House OF Representatives
Win
Elson
Greymouth
Hera
Wanganui
John Orr & Co’s
Dimock
Lowesii
Defiance
Carben Seeds
Yates
John Orr & CO
Ashburton
B. S.A
Zealandia
New Zealand
Bicycle
Humber
T. Turtill
Fairy Land
Jt Cohn Broadwood
SONS
Lipp & Sohn
Steinway & Sons
Ronisch
W.bohm.& CO
Bell, & Imperial Organs
Dunedin
Christchurch
N.Z
Ashburton Bransh
PRY
Mepico
Elygilenic
T. H. Andrill. & CO. Household Furnishers
Tancred Street
Tavea
T. H. Andrill &U
Frank Curtis
F.P.C
Opt. B
N.Z. Optical Association
A Ahtrrton
Bonnington’s Pharmacy
London
Eables
Trondon End
Tireetory
Avoopy
London Directory CO
Lyd
Apereh
Lana
E.G
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