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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
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NewsAugust 9

Powering ahead

CHRISTCHURCH, August 9: In bleak weather and in the impressive surroundings of snow encrusted hills the extensions of the Lake Coleridge power scheme were officially opened to-day by the Prime Minister.
Powering ahead
Powering ahead
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NewsAugust 7

First woman to swim channel

Although several women have tried to conquer the Channel, none succeeded up to Miss Ederle’s present attempt.
First woman to swim channel
First woman to swim channel
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NewsAugust 6

Tannock’s botanic advice

This is a busy time in the greenhouse. Space has to be found for the various pots and boxes of seedlings, as well as for the ordinary occupants, and it is very difficult to keep it neat and tidy.
Tannock’s botanic advice
Tannock’s botanic advice
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NewsAugust 4

Dunedin teaches netball lesson

The Christchurch-Dunedin Training College Tournament was continued yesterday in ideal weather conditions.
Dunedin teaches netball lesson
Dunedin teaches netball lesson
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NewsAugust 3

Expo rides head to Auckland

When the Amusements Park at the New Zealand and South Seas Exhibition was first opened there were few who thought that it would become the success it ultimately proved.
Expo rides head to Auckland
Expo rides head to Auckland
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NewsAugust 2

Quinella for Caversham club

The eighteenth annual five-mile cross-country championship of Otago was held at the Wingatui Racecourse on Saturday.
Quinella for Caversham club
Quinella for Caversham club
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NewsJuly 31

The train you have when you don’t

The new Clayton steam railway carriage which is to be used on the Oamaru-Kurow line was given a trial run to Kurow yesterday, having come from Christchurch on the previous day.
The train you have when you don’t
The train you have when you don’t
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OpinionJuly 30

Wagons derail in South . . .

Seven wagons of a mixed train from Tuataporc to Invercargill were derailed near Orepuki this morning.
Wagons derail in South . . .
Wagons derail in South . . .
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OpinionJuly 29

17 wagons derailed

AUCKLAND, July 29: Advice received at midnight states that 17 wagons on the Auckland-Wellington express goods train have been derailed at Pokeno, 40 miles from Auckland. A relief train is being despatched. No details are available.
17 wagons derailed
17 wagons derailed
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NewsJuly 28

Church builds new council room

Another step forward in the history of Roslyn Presbyterian Church was taken when the foundation stone of the new vestry and session house was laid by the minister the Rev E.J. Tipler.
Church builds new council room
Church builds new council room
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OpinionJuly 27

Water, water everywhere

All railway traffic between Wanganui and Marton was suspended this morning owing to the flooded state of the country side at Whangaehu,
Water, water everywhere
Water, water everywhere
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OpinionJuly 26

Minister focused on maternal deaths

The Minister of Health (the Hon J.A. Young), referring to the infant mortality deaths under one year, said that the rate for 1925 was 39.9 per 1000 births, which was again the lowest figure in the history of the Dominion.
Minister focused on maternal deaths
Minister focused on maternal deaths
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OpinionJuly 24

Philanthropist Marie Theomin dies

Dunedin has lost a well-known and highly respected citizen.
Philanthropist Marie Theomin dies
Philanthropist Marie Theomin dies
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OpinionJuly 23

Māori ABs depart on tour

The New Zealand Maori Rugbysic team left for Sydney by the Marama this afternoon to connect with the Narkunda, by which vessel the tourists will travel to Marseilles.
Māori ABs depart on tour
Māori ABs depart on tour
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OpinionJuly 22

The making of Otago Harbour

The Aramoana mole and wall that were built over 40 years ago have been so effective that no dredging has been required since.
The making of Otago Harbour
The making of Otago Harbour
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OpinionJuly 21

Fertile ground for Massey

The new Agricultural College is to be established at Palmerston North. The Minister of Agriculture made a lengthy statement on the subject in the House of Representatives this afternoon.
Fertile ground for Massey
Fertile ground for Massey
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OpinionJuly 19

Exhibition company folds

The final general meeting of shareholders in the New Zealand and South Seas Exhibition Co was summoned at Burns Hall at 4.30 yesterday afternoon.
Exhibition company folds
Exhibition company folds