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DR. MAWSON'S EXPEDITIONS. By Cable.—Press Association.—Copyright Received 27, 10 p.m. j London, July 28. Dr. Mawson's expedition ship Aurora, sailed at midnight. She calls at Sheerness to adjußt her compass, and coals at Cardiff. The dogs were safely shipped. Lieutenant Mainis, assistant surveyor, and Dr. Martz, the geologist, are the only members sailing in the Aurora. The officers and crew number 25. Received 28, 10 p.m. London, July 28. Lieutenants Walkin and Bickerton sail for China with an aeroplane, which has been severely tested at Brooklanda. The tests were highly satisfactory.
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Taranaki Daily News, Volume LIV, Issue 30, 29 July 1911, Page 5
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