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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Apr 08, 1902
Page
2
A meeting is set for Tuesday April at 6 30 pm at Rotomabaua to close plans for Northern Ports and Westport. The session aims to confirm alterations and finalize arrangements for the two ports.
Reports from Duwaora and surrounding mines show total bullion yields and average returns per dretg, with Shaddane freehold Waikaka United Inch Valley and Coal Creek Fiat noted. Waihi Gold Mining Company processed 12 955 tons of ore in four weeks to bullion value £4 251 with quarterly output up £29 112. Chelmsford Gold Mining Company milled 223 tons for bullion £370.
The Ashburton Agency of the New Zealand Farmers' Cooperative Association lists current milling prices on April 7, 1802. Entries include Pearl wheat at 32 3d, Hanter’s at 3: Sd, Oate- Dave Qa to 23 14, and Prussian 3s 6d, with other seeds and malting rates noted for local farmers.
A vast Ashburton market crowd valued by 16 000 to 17 000 head across classes. Prices ranged from fat cattle £5 10s to £28 12s with notable two tooth ewes and store stock. sale dragged as few buyers persisted, aided by a Chin Chinese buyer. The report ends as the case proceeds.
Saturday critics of David Thomas scheme differ on procedure yet unite on urgent reform. The piece outlines how prices at farm gate, freight and commissions cut returns, with consumers paying high retail prices. It warns the plan could create a monopoly and invite middlemen to favor Argentine meat, urging coordinated action between Australia and New Zealand.
The article argues for a steadier colonial meat industry and warns against past failed reforms. It notes Mr Thomas' plan to remove middlemen who profit from meat producers, urges broader welfare for growers, and highlights a weak point in New Zealand frozen meat trade. It questions why frozen mutton mainly goes to Great Britain when Europe holds large potential markets, urging access to untapped markets to meet rising meat demand.
Local reports describe a mid February quake that struck Schemachs in the Caucarua, flattening markets and trapping thousands under debris. Rescue efforts and aftershocks are noted as authorities assess the damage and displaced residents begin recovery.
Mr G Meddina of Burnett Street announces landing of guar ammunition lamps and carpenters teeth. A partial eclipse today and a total eclipse on April 22 will be invisible in New Zealand. May 8 brings a partial sun eclipse visible in New Zealand starting 8 20 am. Mesare W McClea and Co drapers announce stockPurchased of A Pawlington estate and times at half cellal prices. Fletcher Bros lamp shop opens with a large lamp shipment at low prices. window display highlights stock.
A fragmented note describes a quirky contest or event about worms and mischief. The wording is garbled but hints at a playful or whimsical item with named characters and a local setting. The piece reads like a brief local humor item from a community page.
Mr H Stevenson's Royal Bioscope Company presented at Oddfellows Hall to a large crowd. The program opened with Dance of Death and Rider Haggard inspired scenes, showed seascapes and London views, included war in South Africa material, and closed with Cinderella. They plan another show tonight with even stronger entertainment.
A March 27 ceremony at Ealing united Miss Mary McNaught youngest daughter of Archibald McNaught with Mr Francis Tarbotton eldest son of Mr Robert Carbston. Rev J Skinner performed the ceremony with Miss McNaught as bridesmaid and Mr Lemon Lamlaton as best man. A large turnout from the district attended and the wedding breakfast was held in the wool shed lent by Mr John Stadholme. The couple departed for the north amid showers of rice.
A correspondent discusses river scouring on the Hind River and outlines a netting method to shore up a washout. He describes using debris nets and top netting to curb erosion and asks for broader support, noting a rough diagram is available at the office for public viewing.
The South Rakaia Road Board meeting recorded attendance by Chairman Moesre Lamble and members Copland Morland and Harrieon. They discussed shingling works on Bowen abresb, annual balance sheet, ratepayers meeting date, retirement elections, Crown Lands expeditures, land titles due soon, recreation land near Doric church, gravel pit use, survey requests, boundary fences, gums tea fest offer, messaging to Ward, subscription refunds, grazing road rental, sand drift near Acton river, road planting, roll checks, small birds eggs expenditure, health notifications, and a new register with railway railing inquiry as the meeting closed.
An advertisement extols Impey’s May Apple as a safe vegetable remedy for chronic dyspepsia and related liver and kidney troubles. It claims it can end futile doctor visits and is suitable for women and children, urging readers to seek relief when other treatments fail.
The chief Surveyor asked for full particulars of expenditures for the year ended March last. The clerk said the matter had been amended to proceed with the updated request.
Reports from April outline designations for two militia units becoming the New Zealand Royal Artillery and the New Zealand Royal Engineers, with Lt Col Messenger slated to command the colony. Other items note engineer appointments, submarine work, cable progress, political plans, and local inquest findings on Mary Brown.
The Independence Belge notes Boer delegates should value those who accept British rule and warns leaders not to sacrifice many families for personal aims. It recounts a Bashmankop encounter near Springs with Dragoon Guards and National Scouts, a rearguard action, Boer retreat, British casualties eight, Boers sixty two, and Captured Prinsloo wounded.
Wretincton April 7 the court allowed Frethey v o Driscoll appeal against a license granted for the Hotel Commonwealth New Plymouth. A writ of certiorari was granted to quash the decision amid potential bias concerns from the magistrate. The court held the appellant, a member of the public, entitled to review and reserved judgment on further steps including possible Privy Council appeal.
The Auckland subscription total for the Premier's testimonial is £646. The April 7 event was presented to Mr Seddon by the United Prest Association as part of the fundraising effort.
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