THE BOY AND THE GUN.
In connection with the Firearms Act which came into operation on the Ist iust., a boy is not now permitted to have in his possession, or to use or carry “any gun or pistol of a less calibre than '303, whether acting by the force ot gunpowder or not.” Storekeepers must not in future supply or sell firearms, or ammunition for firearms, to anyone under sixteen years of age. These things are offences under the Firearms Act of last session, framed for the purpose of prohibiting “ the sale cf firearms to and the use thereof by young persons.” The police welcome the new Act, and intend to see that it is obeyed. It is just as well to remind parents, and children too that for breaches of the Act offenders are liable to a fine of and to forfeiture of any firearms found in the possession of anyone under sixteen. The only one exempt under the provisions of the Act are those practicing under proper supervision with a Morris-tube or miniature rifle on properly constructed miniature rifle ranges.” This exemption chiefly applies, of course to cadets-
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Manawatu Herald, Volume XXIX, Issue 3739, 10 January 1907, Page 2
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191THE BOY AND THE GUN. Manawatu Herald, Volume XXIX, Issue 3739, 10 January 1907, Page 2
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