The phrase " a capful of wind " is traced to a Norse king, Eric VI, who died in 907 a.d. He was credited with the useful power of directing the wind to blow where he wished by the simple method of turning his cap to that point of the compass. His powers were much appreciated and trusted, and resulted in his being known as " Windy cap."
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Star (Christchurch), Issue 5714, 6 November 1896, Page 3
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65Page 3 Advertisements Column 1 Star (Christchurch), Issue 5714, 6 November 1896, Page 3
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