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Pacific Islands Monthly, 22 January 1937Vol. VII, No. 6

A Batteryless Radio Set for the Islands

p. 77 · Read in the full issue

been on the job was much appreciated by residents.

A Batteryless Radio Set For The

ISLANDS \ N important step forward in catering for Islands broadcast listeners is announced in this issue by Messrs. Kriesler A’sia. Ltd.

For out-of-the-way plantations and centres where electricity is unavailable, an apparatus known as the “Wincharger” can be used to supply current for both high and low tension purposes.

This eliminates the necessity for the costly “B” batteries and the inconvenience of frequently servicing the “A” batteries.

The “Wincharger,” as the name suggests, is operated on the principle of a windmill turned by the breeze. It is simple to install, needs practically no attention thereafter, and supplies without further cost all the current necessary for an “All Electric” radio.

To purchasers of their Dual Wave Models No, 460 and 470, Messrs. Kriesler give a cheque for six pounds—thus with the help of this attractive offer it is possible to buy a 21 guineas “Wincharger” for £l5. This includes sales tax, freight,