Impetus to Coal Mining in Dunedin Region
A proposed scheme by Isavil aims to build an electrical plant on the Green Island coal field to supply power to mining and related industries. It plans to use slack waste to generate electricity, potentially reviving abandoned workings and reducing spontaneous combustion risks.
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Dnedin
Green Island
Acheme
Isavil
Delitevies Enerdiek
Bower Ul
Dunedin
Kew
Auckland
Cockayne
New Zealand
Adams Island
Public Holidays Bill Aimed at Hastor Saturday Holiday
Wellington report notes Sir William Steward led MPs to lobby Hon R McNab to amend the Public Holidays Bill to make Hastor Saturday a holidays day and create four clear days for an Easter volunteer encampment. Three saints days St Patrick St George and St Andrews would be removed from the list. The Minister will present the representation to the Cabinet.
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Wellington
Sétitimhar
William Steward
R. McNab
Hastor Saturday
St. Patrick’s
St. George’s
St. Andrews
Wairuna Moonah collision trial verdict reached
In Auckland the jury failed to agree on damages of 1946 pounds 6 shillings in a Supreme Court action between Union Steamship Company and Northern Coal Company over the March 10 harbour collision involving the Union steamer Wairuna and the Northern Coal ketch Moonah. The case to resume at the next court sitting.
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Auckland
Supreme Court
Northern Coal Company
Union Steamship Company
Union Company
Moonah
Dunedin Music Competition Judge Replaced by Christchurch Doctor
Dr Peek from Wanganui fell ill near Christchurch while en route to judge Dunedin contests. Dr. Bradshaw of Christchurch appointed to fill the vacancy for the Dunedin Music Competition events.
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Dunedin
Peek
Wanganui
Christchurch
Bradshaw
Auckland Employers Call For Arbitration Act Reform
The Auckland Employers' Association endorses a motion urging the government to amend the Industrial Conciliation and Arbitration Act or suspend it during the current session to protect industries and aid the large number seeking employment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Auckland
Auckland Employers’ Association
Dominion
Barry and Towns Tie Up Final Deposit in London Bout
London report states Barry and Towns each lodged a final £100 deposit for an upcoming match. Both fighters are reported in excellent condition ahead of the bout.
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London
Barry
Towns
Frootoids promised as rapid relief and blood purifying cure
The advertisement touts Freotoids as a superior aperient that not only relieves constipation but purges waste from blood and organs. It claims quick relief for headaches and liver function, warns against ordinary aperients, and urges buying through chemists or direct from W. G. Hearne in Geelong with a New Zealand branch in Wellington.
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Anatole France
Phyllis Dare
Maud Allan
New York
England
London
Asquith
Eclipse Ends Abbey Coin Offering Wastefully
A fragmented 19th century note reports a man attempting to offer sovereigns on a London bridge, with over £21 worth of Abbey coinage left unclaimed as the effort failed.
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London
Fribyheg
Return to Auckland Aboard Duchess in Pacific Voyage
The Duchess reaches Wellington and Auckland amid dockside bustle as passengers discuss labour, cinema, literature, and fashion. Louis Becke plans Pacific fieldwork for the British Museum while ships prepare for cargo discharge and farewells after a six week voyage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Louis Becke
Bolomon Islands
British Museum
Bronchial Coughs Cure Advertised as Wonds Peppermint
A brief ad promotes Wonds peppermint cure for bronchial coughs. Mentions Js Oc and Md as likely locations or initials.
Hereford cattle graze near rail line amid Highland contrast
The Herald notes purebred Hereford cattle grazing by the Washdyke rail line while three Highland cattle appear shaggy beside them. Across the page, experiments and irrigation debates surface as officials discuss fish protection costs and funds.
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Washdyke
Herald
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Dewy
Friedlander Bros., Ltd
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Delphi
Itaeg
Frou
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IME
Sidgoll Bros
Aslington
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Robinson
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Ces
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H.M. Mail
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Paris
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Kaye and Carter
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Henry
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Coker’s Hotel
Harry Thompson
Hepworth, Ross and CO
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Colman
Abermain Coal
Abermain Colliery CO
LID
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Sinat
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Next Building Society
W. G. Hearne
Geelong
Victoria
N.Z
Ofice
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Willis Street
Tarais
Tancrad Strest
Pree
The
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Greatet
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Omar
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Justice Backhouse
J. W. Abigail
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