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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Apr 11, 1908
Page
2
The page lists April moon phases and times, including new moon first quarter full moon and last quarter timings, with notes on perigee and related data. Dates span April 10 to April 21, showing phase names and approximate times.
At a recent ratepayers meeting Mr James Thompson spoke on water use in side-channels. Several denials of these statements have reached us and will be published as advertisements if they concern specific businesses. Md. Guardian.
An old newspaper notice warns that a preparation called ETHOS, mixed with oatmeal, can kill rats and mice by infection while being harmless to other animals. It recommends keeping a tin in cars and notes motoring risks from grease.
The Tobacconist Department operates under Percy with the Hairdressing Room led by Peter Sullivan and two other first-class hands. The establishment is described as the oldest tobacco, nil and hairdressing business in Ashburton.
The Hon. Robert McNab discusses land as a nation's key resource and analyzes the Lands for Settlement Act. He notes private syndicates push land prices beyond settlers reach while urging closer subdivision via a graduated land tax and automatic settlement incentives. He remains hopeful the coming years will ease booms and improve government cash buying.
Captain Edwin reports Westerly winds and changing glass as a small fire damages macrocarpa fence on Mr John Hefford’s land off Stavelock street. The fire is quickly extinguished with minimal damage. cause remains unknown. South Canterbury Chamber backs Corn sacks size and Pleasant Point Club Easter trip to Ashburton. Rivers in Ashburton county are in fishing order. Woody Grast Peppermint Cree for Coughs and Colds advertised.
Banks nationwide will close on April 17 18 0 and 23 St George's Day. Methven saleyards see rising sheep yardings with over 20000 sheep on Thursday. Local news covers teaching changes electric light plans council finances sharks and community events.
Pollard's Juvenile Opera Company returns to Ashburton for one night only at Oddfellows Hall before a nine month Australia tour. They present Bluebell in Fairyland, praised as among the best productions of its type. Box plan open at Dresden Piano Company. patrons urged to secure seats.
The O Neills buckjumpers staged a second performance at the hippodrome drawing a packed crowd. Gold medal winner was Mr Wilson with Mr Harold taking second in a first ride showing notable horsemanship. The show included clowns dummies and donkeys and a skilled marksman. another exhibition is promised tonight as a last chance for some time for Ashburton audiences.
Wellington reporters say at the Supreme Court John Smith alias Wilson received ten years for an abominable offence committed at Wanganui while William Johnston was sentenced to three years for theft. Justin Cooper called the offence abominable.
Brief cable style bulletin summarizing home and foreign news items with latest developments and early summaries across regions and topics.
London reports that telegraph workers in India have initiated strikes with the Calcutta office nearly deserted. Sir H. C. Bannerman has a weak, restless night. May Robinson receives a four year sentence in The Crutch Case. Australian Defence notes citizen enlistment ideas and imperial ties. The American Fleet invitation reflects fears of invasion, with calls for a British squadron to greet the Americans. Trinity College music exams set for New Zealand and Tasmania guided by Henry St George.
South Africa mines and labour report on April 10 noting 25,000 more natives on the Rand since 1907. The De Beers Jagersfontein mines released 20,000 workers and Central South African Railways 17,500 due to commercial stagnation and a diamond industry crisis.
Mr Asquith has submitted to King Edward the proposed ministerial changes and will not announce them until his return to London tonight. Churchill is likely to be named president of the Board of Trade rather than Colonial Secretary. If he loses in Manchester, a Welsh member will retire. Lord Tweedmouth again urged strong naval and military unity.
The Daily News claims it has authority to report that Mr Morley will enter the House of Lords while retaining his current office. The report underscores Morley’s anticipated political move and status within government.
Lord Curzon urged that some fiscal change is necessary though shape uncertain. He warned India could suffer from retaliation if tariffs shift and emphasized its revenue importance. He noted Liberal government has plans affecting tariffs but showed no move to upset India’s tariff income.
Reports detail a fatal stabbing in a quarrel aboard the Pyrmont and a separate fatal beating in Alexandria. A gun misfire at Heade is investigated. Sydney, Melbourne dispatches discuss industrial disputes and Mr Deakin's resignation amid political turmoil. Despogens shot at his wife. a policeman injured, and a sculleryman killed.
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