Today’s Headlines

Northern Advocate, 31 January 1939, Page 4

Today’s Headlines

Main road to Auckland blocked with slips; alternative route open. Sixth anniversary of Nazi accession hailed enthusiastically in Germany.

Bush fires still raging in parts of Victoria.

Licensed victuallers concerned over cost of counter-lunches; Whangarei hotel keepers’ views.

Man attempts to commit suicide at Hikurangi; fails and is brought to court. H. G. Wells speaks at Science Congress.

Cawthron Institute director stresses need for soil conservation.

University said to have done nothing with £SOOO science scholarship grant.

Henry Wilson’s still remains the premier house for value-giving. Pillow Cases 6d, Tea Towels 7d, 54in. Sheeting 1/2, 80in. Sheeting 1/9 yard, Girls’ Silk Frocks 3/6, Ladies’ 4/6, Ladies’ Silknit Pyjamas 4/6, Vests 1/-, S.canties 9d, and Princess Slips 3/6.

Godwit season opens tomorrow; many birds seen in Northland.

Thirty-six foot yacht wrecked near Warkworth.

Fears expressed for Henderson fruit crops; rain comes too early.

Handicaps for February races

Strong wind prevents holiday makers returning to Auckland in ferries and launches from harbour islands.

Hon R. Semple may visit Whangarei week after next.

Steady demand for Government stocks on Auckland Stock Exchange.

Heavy snow adds to miseries of Spanish refugees.

Four persons believed burned in Papakura motor accident.

“If you don’t believe in Life Insurance, try dying without it.” Information gladly given by Neal Armit, A.M.P. Society, Whangarei. Al 4.