Wellington, Mar. 1.
New Zealand's defence preparations are being pushed forward actively.
Mr. Semple, Dominion Minister for National Service, stated yesterday that alf single men aged 19 and those from 41 to 45 inclusive were to be called up for territorial service. Single men between the ages of 21 and 40 were all to be reserved for overseas service.
The strength of the Territorials, he explained, was being built up from men ineligible for overseas service or not becoming liable for a -considerable time. This would ensure having ah adequately trained force within the Dominion—Reuter.
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