Towed from Adelaide

Pelorus Guardian and Miners' Advocate., Volume 25, Issue 40, 26 May 1914, Page 5

Towed from Adelaide

RECORD TRIP BY-THE KAIAPOI. Wellington, May 24. The Union Company’s steamer Kaiapoi arrived here yesterday with the Norwegian barque Lilia in, tow. The barque has been purchased by the Union Company for use as a coal hulk here. Adelaide was left on 10th May and the 1900 miles was covered at an average speed of six knots an hour.

This is a record tow to New Zealand waters. Very stormy weather prevailed during a large portion of the voyage, and at times there was a risk of the barque breaking away owing to rough seas. By skilful handling of the tow-lines, however, the steamer hung on to the sailer. Occasionally both the vessels used sails to steady the strain on the lines.

City Gaols to be Closed Wellington, May 24,

As soon as the Waekeria Prison is ready the Terrace Gaol in Wellington will be .closed, and most of the prisoners ' removed to Waekeria. This prison has 1000 acres of land attached, which are being developed as a farm.

A small prison in or near Wellington will be provided, with just sufficient accommodation for prisoners awaiting trial. It is also intended to close the Lyttelton prison and erect another on a more suitable site in the country.