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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Aug 08, 1913
Page
3
Why we are the largest dealers in motor parts and accessories in Ashburton. Because our stocks are complete in every detail and our customers know they can depend upon obtaining anything they require at a reasonable price.
Regent Cigarettes invite readers to participate in a Great Free Gift Scheme. Write for Free Gift Catalogue to Regent Box 331 Wellington and receive Forty Free Gifts.
Five Christchurch teams competed in the Ashburton Hockey Sub Association event. Selwyn Street won the men's final against Christchurch, while Te Whaka A triumphed in the junior final over Sydenham. Ashburton ladies and Co op teams showed strong play with several close results and trophies to be awarded from the ground collection.
Christ College visited Ashburton High School and defeated the local team 38 to 3 after leading 14 to 3 at half time. Heavier Ashburton players and stronger open play dominated the second spell as spectators watched a spirited contest refereed by Mr T. Turtill.
In the Ashburton County Rugby Union third grade match at Domain, Ashburton defeated Old Boys 23 to 3. Ashburton backs launched a late sequence of four tries, after Old Boys defended well early. Referee was Mr G. Martyn.
George Gunn, playing in London on August 7, scored 647 runs across seven consecutive innings with two not outs, surpassing prior records. The performance highlights Gunn's high-scoring form in a string of matches, signaling a remarkable batting run by the English cricketer.
J Donaldson of London set a new 800 yard mark at Manchester, clocking 2 minutes 54 seconds and securing a prize of 100 pounds. The feat highlights renewed sprint talent and earns him regional acclaim.
In a small arms match between Ashburton Club and Ashburton Club MSA, the home team posted 6875 to defeat the rival squad by 41 points. Notable scores included W. Bradshaw 67, Simpson 67, E. C. Baker 46, and A. Fitzgerald 68 for the MLS A A side.
A reader praises the High School backs for safe stylish play at the Domain grounds. The letter notes strong openings passing and cool teamwork but argues the match was lopsided due to larger opponents. It questions if Waitaki Seconds will visit Ashburton to test a similarly sized game and urges practice to improve place-kicking.
In Carterton Aug 7 a near riot erupted in Hurunul Orangi Pa over a post mortem on Peta Kawana who died Tuesday night. Two factions fought over allowing the autopsy, one side demanding removal of the body to Te Ore Ore Pa Masterton. After a three hour meeting leaders Para kau Maike and Ngattere persuaded both sides to proceed with the autopsy and keep the body at Harunni Orang. The examination is set for today.
An advertisement extols Lane's Emulsion as not only easing coughs and colds but also building the nervous and bodily systems. It claims quick, permanent relief for lung and throat ailments, listing conditions like bronchitis and incipient consumption, and credits cod liver oil, beechwood creasone, hypophosphites, and other ingredients.
A historic seed catalog excerpt lists Fletcher Bros seeds with packets including beans beets cabbage cucumbers lettuce and more. It highlights numerous Veitch and Carter varieties along with a special offer of four lettuces and a broad range of flower seeds and novelties.
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