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NewsSeptember 7

Due observance

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Due observance
Due observance
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NewsSeptember 6

Jockey club to make a stand

The loss suffered by the Dunedin Jockey Club through the destruction of its pavilion on Saturday was considerable, although the actual figures are not yet available.
Jockey club to make a stand
Jockey club to make a stand
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NewsSeptember 4

Grandstand erupts in flames

A disastrous fire, which accompolished the complete destruction of the stewards’ stand at the Wingatui racecourse, occurred on Saturday.
Grandstand erupts in flames
Grandstand erupts in flames
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NewsSeptember 3

Cenotaph guaranteed to be ready

A special meeting of the War Memorial Executive Committee held in the City Council Chambers yesterday afternoon was presided over by Mr J. Loudon.
Cenotaph guaranteed to be ready
Cenotaph guaranteed to be ready
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NewsSeptember 2

Homely, much-neglected resource

Fertility of the soil is the capital stock of the farmer, and its conservation is fundamental to his success.
Homely, much-neglected resource
Homely, much-neglected resource
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NewsSeptember 1

In perfect formation

Given fine weather the Royal Air Force pageant at Hendon is one of the most dazzling spectacles to be seen in this country. Last Saturday 150,000 people made their way to Hendon.
In perfect formation
In perfect formation
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NewsAugust 31

Tourist spots get budget funds

In the Public Works Estimates just issued Glade House, the new hostel at Milford and the new steamer on Lake Te Anau all had substantial grants allocated to them, as well as a grant for the repair of the wharf at Pembroke, and the construction of landing stages at the Neck on both lakes Wānaka and Hawea.
Tourist spots get budget funds
Tourist spots get budget funds
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NewsAugust 30

Dam gates close

Today, the day of the closing of the sluice gates of the Kawarau dam, the day that has been so long and so eagerly anticipated in many quarters, has come at last.
Dam gates close
Dam gates close
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NewsAugust 28

Otago lads fight well

The New Zealand amateur boxing championships concluded last night before a large attendance.
Otago lads fight well
Otago lads fight well
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NewsAugust 27

A place (to sell fish) of one’s own

At the monthly meeting of the Otago Harbour Board  last night, the Secretary submitted a minute with respect to the town clerk’s complaint regarding delay in the matter of negotiations for a site for a fish market or depot.
A place (to sell fish) of one’s own
A place (to sell fish) of one’s own
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NewsAugust 26

A sheep by any other name

The term “cross-bred,” as generally applied in many parts of Australia, refers to any breed of sheep other than merinos.
A sheep by any other name
A sheep by any other name
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NewsAugust 25

Military honours for veteran

The funeral of the late Mr C.H. Street was a striking tribute to one who in life made for himself a good name and a multitude of friends.
Military honours for veteran
Military honours for veteran
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NewsAugust 24

Passenger launch for Lake Wakatipu

A handsome new 40ft tuck-stern passenger launch was launched last week from Mr J. McPherson’s yards near the boat harbour.
Passenger launch for Lake Wakatipu
Passenger launch for Lake Wakatipu
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NewsAugust 23

Petite and dainty wedding

The bridegroom was Mr Arthur Espie Porritt, the 1923 Rhodes Scholar from the Dominion and brilliant athlete.
Petite and dainty wedding
Petite and dainty wedding
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NewsAugust 21

School of ed celebrates jubilee

The fiftieth anniversary of the establishment of the Dunedin Training College was formally celebrated at a function in the Allen Hall on Saturday morning.
School of ed celebrates jubilee
School of ed celebrates jubilee
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NewsAugust 20

Driver falls off; tram crashes

AUCKLAND, August 20: The falling off of a motorman and the subsequent loss of the control of a tramcar travelling down Symonds street resulted in a sensational accident shortly before 5 o’clock to-night.
Driver falls off; tram crashes
Driver falls off; tram crashes
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NewsAugust 19

Australia’s run chase turns to ashes

Nothing more sensational has happened in the history of the Test matches than the collapse of Australia.
Australia’s run chase turns to ashes
Australia’s run chase turns to ashes
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NewsAugust 18

Make hay while the clock chimes

The Daylight Saving Bill was under discussion for the first time in the Legislative Council to-day.
Make hay while the clock chimes
Make hay while the clock chimes
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NewsAugust 17

School replete with hygienic appurtenances

Set in the centre of one of the finest school sites in Otago stands Ranfurly s new school, which has been built at a cost of £1800, to replace the old structure which for the past quarter of a century has stood on a much less desirable site over a mile from the township.
School replete with hygienic appurtenances
School replete with hygienic appurtenances
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NewsAugust 16

Ashes not yet ‘in the cart’

The fifth Test match was resumed in dull and cloudy weather. The wicket was good but somewhat cut up, and the bowlers’ foothold was difficult.
Ashes not yet ‘in the cart’
Ashes not yet ‘in the cart’
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NewsAugust 14

Otago defeats Southland

In beautiful weather, with a light westerly wind which died away in the second spell, and with the Carisbrook Ground in splendid order, Otago severely defeated Southland on Saturday after a remarkably fast, open game, full of incident.
Otago defeats Southland
Otago defeats Southland
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NewsAugust 13

Remembrance of exemplars

Fifty-two old boys of the High street school paid the supreme sacrifice in the Great War, and their names have been recorded on the memorial gates which were unveiled yesterday afternoon.
Remembrance of exemplars
Remembrance of exemplars
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NewsAugust 12

Trains rescheduled for game

The annual match between Otago and Southland will be played at Carisbrook tomorrow afternoon. Great interest is being taken in this match, and a large contingent of Southland supporters is coming up from Invercargill to witness the game.
Trains rescheduled for game
Trains rescheduled for game
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NewsAugust 11

Crossing the planet

When the airman finally hove in sight, escorted by 10 aeroplanes, tumultuous cheering commenced, and lasted until he made a perfect landing.
Crossing the planet
Crossing the planet
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NewsAugust 10

Submarine sinks at dock

While undergoing repairs at Deyonport, submarine H29 sank.
Submarine sinks at dock
Submarine sinks at dock