IMPORTERS CONCERNED
FIRE ON RIMUTAKA rUuited Press Association! AUCKLAND. This Day. Apart from considerable monetary loss caused by the fire on the Rimutaka, there are other factors which complicate the position. Importers are concerned as to whether they will be permitted to reorder damaged goods without having to include them in this year’s quota. The unloading of No. 3 hold haj been practically completed, but it is impossible yet to assess the extent of the damage. A cursory examination revealed serious damage to a great percentage of the cargo Until the crating is removed it will be impossible to ascertain the condition of five motor cars among the cargo. The outsides of the crates are scorched, and »t is considered likely that the heat * iil have blistered tiie paint, charred the upholstery, and damaged the electrical system and tyres
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Nelson Evening Mail, Volume LXXII, 17 January 1939, Page 4
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139IMPORTERS CONCERNED Nelson Evening Mail, Volume LXXII, 17 January 1939, Page 4
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