BRITISH NAVY.

Taranaki Daily News, Volume LV, Issue 251, 13 March 1913, Page 5

BRITISH NAVY.

MANNING THE FLEET. Ey Cable—Press Association —Copyright. Received 12, il.oO p.m. London, March 12. The Admiralty has decided to accept in special cases permanent transfers from the active service ratings to the Australian navy. It cannot approve of ratings being lent. COLON IA I, ASSISTANCE. Melbourne. March 12. Commander Thring, who was appointed by the Commonwealth as assistant to the first Xaval Hoard, interviewed, said that the action of the overseas dominions in coming so splendidly to the assistance of t.he Empire had had a wonderful ell'ect upon the United Kingdom, hut that ell'ect was even more marked on the Continent. The impression created there had been a most valuable one to the Empire. Britain would continue her shipbuilding programme just as if the dominions had not assisted her, but the assistance gave Britain exactly the preponderance she desired. The outcome would probably provide a workable understanding, at any rate, between Britain and Germany. Thus the dominions would have become a potent factor for peace. The menace of Germany had for years been a very live factor in the naval development of Europe, but the time was favorable for u better understanding between the Powers. Whether in town or country, the delights of your motor outings, social functions and festivities will be increased bv a glass of refreshing, delicious RUSSETA CIDER. It is made from the pure juice of the finest apples, sweetened with pure cane sugar. All hotels IN EMPLOYING US Whether for furniture removal. Customs work, baggage handling or forwarding. We are the largest and best-equipped carrying firm in the Dominion. In all principal towns we have our own offices, fully staffed with experts. This conduces to quickness, safety, efficiency and economy in all work entrusted to us The New Zealand Express Co.. Ltd. Advt,