Signalman W. J. Condon, of H.M.S. Warspite, which took part in the recent naval battle, is a New Zealander His parents reside at Khandallah. He served as a boy en H.M.S. Impregnable and H.M.S. Ganges. Sir David Beatfy, th e heroic leader of the North So?, squadron, is a rich man whose passionate regard for his profession lias saved him from a life of indolence He firmly be'ilieves in the efficacy of prayer. His disposition is bright, and he has the gift of humour, but behind the surface is a man born to great adventure, and entirely devoted to his work in life. The whole naval surface worships him.
! Better progress was made yesterday . with the trial of Run, and thirteen wit- . nesscs for the prosecution have now ! been disposed of. There are stilt six . teen move for the Crown. Several! constables testified to what occurred during the light at Rua's stronghold, and as to the search for arms. Among them was Constable Wright, of Huntly, jvh-owjwshol in the shoulder, He said he had been ill over s i„ C o the fight and on Friday last took a turn" for the worse. He was .suffering from pleurisy -«-* latenml blooding, and had been ordered an immediate rest. At the pr«sent time he was very ill. DESERT GOLD" is alwavs a winner. DESERT GOLD TEA ' wins for Flavour, Quality and Value. Try it,
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Taihape Daily Times, Volume 8, Issue 104, 16 June 1916, Page 5
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232Page 5 Advertisements Column 1 Taihape Daily Times, Volume 8, Issue 104, 16 June 1916, Page 5
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