'."Owing to the Government restrictions on the output, we are compelled fti limit.the supplying of all orders for oilcloths .and linoleum; by one-third. The Government; control may even cause a;complete stoppage in the near future." ;This statement was contained in a communication received in Christchurch from a -large English, firm, which was inspected; by a Sun representative. •It was stated that the Government interference ;was due to its requirements in oils and. 'canvas, which are necessary in the production., of these. floor coverings. v r The deatft-ihas occurred at Christchurch krfsMr. James Knight, a prominent figure [in meat trade circles. Bom in England mi" 1855; Mr. Knight came out to Auckland in 1078 and carried on a butchery jibrisiness there. In 1890 ho went Home again. After staying there for seven .years he .returned to New Zealand and itobk tip his .residence in Christchurch.
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Evening Post, Volume XCV, Issue 41, 16 February 1918, Page 8
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