MIRACLES
The ability of Edison as an inventor and Lord Rutherford as a scientist pale into insignificance when compared with the inventive and far-reaching ability of New Zealand's political economy. Miracles have been performed. The old law of supply and demand has been superseded. Coupons have been introduced, and rationing by grocers abolished to assist the public, while there is no law against hoarding. Ihe 40-hour week is our all-out war effort. Increased cost of living has increased wages and the price of potatoes, eggs, fish and fruit. The housing scheme has justified the Fair Rent Act and lowered rents all round! The Moratorium Act has freed millions for investment and increased prosperi4j| Ministers ot the Crown, absent Trom New Zealand. can answer questions in the House by telepathy, and the electors of Waimarino can approach their representative the same way. Surelv New Zealand is in the forefront of political civilisation, brought about by its capable legislative administrators. HARRISON.
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Auckland Star, Volume LXXIII, Issue 203, 28 August 1942, Page 2
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