Wireless is the chief hobby among the' officers of the steamer City of Cambridge, which arrived at Auckland from New ' York .recently. No fewer than five of the officers possess the new ‘'midget” igeta which have recently made their appearance on t.h e American market, but which are yet comparatively unknown in New Zealand, is the sets are °f different makes, considerable rivalry exists in obtaining long-distance reception, which is claimed to bo remarkable for .so small a unit. The sets, which can be operated by power from either direct or alternating current, 0 r by battery, contain up to five valves and a loud speaker in a cabinet 9in. long, 6in. thick, and Bin. high, while an indoor aerial can b e used. They cost, only about £3 10s in New York, a small carrying case being provided with each set.
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Hokitika Guardian, 5 April 1933, Page 2
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142Page 2 Advertisements Column 2 Hokitika Guardian, 5 April 1933, Page 2
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