ANOTHER QUAKE
A SHARP SHOCK. (By Teleyraph — i’er Tress Association) WAIPCKURAU, July 29. A short, severe earthquake shock was experienced at Waipukurau at 11.45 this morning. If was followed by a • quivering tremor. Residents rushed into the streets in alarm. No .damage is reported. It is described as a terrible jolt. Poraugahua was badly shaken at 11/5 this morning, the.' quake being in an east-westerly direct jou. Crockery and movable articles were thrown from shelves. Minor damage only was done. The settlers were thoroughly frightened. 1 , SHOCK SEVERE. WAIPUKURAU. July 29. The shock was very severe in the 'Mangaorapa district. Many chimneys were brought "down and there was considerable 'minor damage.
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Hokitika Guardian, 29 July 1931, Page 5
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111ANOTHER QUAKE Hokitika Guardian, 29 July 1931, Page 5
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