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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Apr 23, 1902
Page
3
A former Taranaki expert argues for expanding dairying in Ashburton county. He cites rising NZ butter exports, South African demand, and UK imports, urges better quality milk, discusses breeding and feeding, and compares North and South Island yields.
Under royal patronage of the Italian king the firm claims a diploma from the International Exhibition Amsterdam for its Eucalyptus extract. The notice warns against inferior substitutes and cites tests by Bonn and Griefwald medical clinics to prove genuine products are oxygen saturated and free of harmful additives.
The Duchess of Badford and society leaders appeal for a large donation to support a cancer investigation. The appeal, issued by the United Preeg Association via the Electric Telegraph, seeks contributions to fund research and public health efforts.
A fatal cage of plague occurred in Brispany on April 28. The report notes a cash of cannibalism linked to the outbreak and lists authorities investigating the bizarre events.
The death rate in the concentration camps during March was forty five per thousand. In Western Cape Colony the Brera surrounded and failed to take Oo'Riep as British reinforcements arrived to relieve the garrison. Barbican damage estimated at £2000,000.
United Press Association reports Mr Seddon in Australia shifting stance on war as critics call his double shuffs. The piece notes a cooler reception to red schemes and civilised war views influencing policy, while suggesting he offered his Maori friend as a sacrifice to fit the temper.
The Autumn Meeting at Ashburton Show Grounds is set for tomorrow with favorable weather prospects. First race begins at 12 30 with a refreshments booth run by Mr J Mullan and catering by Mr JH Jewtts. The track is drying and expected to be in good condition for the event and several horses are listed in the running order.
Winds shifted and rain fell early this morning forcing postponement of the first day of Autumn Meeting racing. The program will resume tomorrow with Trade Wind scratched from the Welter race.
Weather dull but crowd large as horse racing action unfolds at Avondale. Results list winners and placings across multiple heats, including divisions for Long Standing, Dividends, and Pony-Frep Whisper, with times and payouts noted. Advertising blurs in with medical and product promotions along the race card.
Unidentified man’s body washed ashore at Guvol Bay this morning after being in the water for about two weeks. The report lists a fire at a grain store in Auckland and various local notices from Hawera Palmerston North and Christchurch, with multiple town events and civic matters.
The Hawke’s Bay A and P Society stages its Autumn Show at Hastings on April 23. Farmers provide excellent dairy grain and produce displays, with notable Poverty Bay entries gathered by Williams and Kettle. Fat stock is well represented by local exhibitors though weather threatens plans.
Acting Premier reports a telegram from Draks, Federal Postmaster General, agreeing to a penny rate for New Zealand letters to Australia and to admit letters at the penny rate across the British Empire. Sir J G Ward commends the decision as a forward step benefiting all involved. A forwarded notice confirms Australia’s earlier hesitation is overcome.
William Martin writes to Ideal Tyre Company praising Tussicura for lung and throat relief and noting that his fitted tyres helped him set seventeen New Zealand records and win the general championship. He expresses great satisfaction with the product.
The mayor notes a year of exceptional importance and duty. He details receiving royal and imperial contingents, dispatching local troops to South Africa, and welcoming returning soldiers. He also mentions funding for a town clock and offers continued service if reappointed.
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