RECORD TRIP—NEW PLYMOUTH TO WELLINGTON IN* OVERLAND 75. This road record proves Overland efficiency, speed and petrol economy. There were three passengers in the car: 102 miles from New Plymouth io Wanganui took only 3 hours 9 minutes. Previous record whs 3 hours 25 minute-, and the train takes 5J hours. Wanganui to Pelmerston North, the ■peed averaged 33$ miles per hour — sometimes it was 53 miles. 'The 221 miles from New Plymouth to Masterton were done at an average of 31 miles per hear. Featherston to Wellington, over the Riniutakes, occupied only II hours, almost entirely on top gear in a raging gale. Average petrol consumption was 21$ miles per gallon. Inspect the Overland 75! lor free catalogue and particulars apply: — Pothan and Powdrell. Hastings ; Carson and Son. Waipawn : S. Parkes, Dannevirke. A Hatrick and Co., Ltd., Wanganui, distributors for North Island.
After referring to the “splendid balance of trade” and recent improvements in the same.the “Trade Review’ says: “According to present indications our exports for the coming season season should showfurther increase. However, a good balance appears assured, and consequently a good supply of funds flowing into the Dominion.”
Eliminate risk on cooking day—cross out the eggs. You can be certain when you use Edmond’s Egg Powder that your cakes, pikelets, puddings will be tasty and wholesome. Buy a tin of s,# PMNDG
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Hawke's Bay Tribune, Volume VI, Issue 270, 31 October 1916, Page 2
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