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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Aug 08, 1913
Page
5
Balkan correspondent reports Greeks in Samamor Dubnitza and Radomir districts massacred Bulgarian inhabitants. Many were tortured and mutilated in the wholesale killings.
Bulgaria protests the Bucharest agreement alleging unfair frontier provisions and cedes a demand for modification in its favor. The message to the Powers calls for stricter enforcement of the London Treaty regarding Turkey and questions the legality of territorial terms along the Mesta River and adjacent littorals.
Greek Premier Venizelos announced in Bucharest that Greece and Bulgaria are in complete agreement on the frontier question. The conference then adjourned with an armistice sine die.
Delegates have been appointed to prepare the peace treaty and it is hoped it will be signed by Saturday.
Official statement confirms Kavala will be included in the territory ceded to Greece. The August 7 note specifies Kavala’s addition to Greek control.
At the Medical Congress in London in August, Professor Behacher, head of physiology, argued physiology cannot be divorced from medicine. He stressed its reliance on support from the medical profession against attacks by ignorant fanatics worldwide.
Dr Barbara Sutherland of Glasgow reported during the Infantile Mortality Congress in London that husbands squander maternity benefit on drink betting or gramophones. Men would stop or refuse work to access the funds, with many cases where the wife ultimately bore the household deduction.
The Countess of Aberdeen said it was necessary to teach Trish children in hospital to like milk as they hardly knew its taste. A teapot on the hearth had long provided their drink.
A 955 August broadcast notes foreshadowed federal state bank amalgamation and Derby sweep involvement. Queen Mary’s aversion to gambling cited as affecting the Derby pool when the King and Queen declined to buy tickets. Influenza and a tonic claim also appear in the text.
The Times leader in London argues Lord Selborne that the Admiralty 60 percent superiority is inadequate and should rise to 100 percent. It notes 13 ships must be laid down by 1913 though the current programme only adds eight, urging Unionists to push for three complete ships by next spring.
Reported by the Press Association three passengers were aboard when the flight over Fleet Hampshire went wrong. F Cody died in the crash and a passenger named Evans suffered severe injuries.
A British claim to reestablish a Bermuda naval base for ship repair is denied by Bermuda Governor Sir George Bullock who calls the notion of a large base imaginative and suggests at most a ceiling depot. no quarrel with the United States is implied.
Hobart hears evidence in the inquest into the disappearance and suspected death of farmer Mullins of Mathina. The body, said to have been shot while examining traps, was carried two miles and burnt with bones found amid ashes. Neighbor Jones’s movements are scrutinized amid alleged bad blood and conflicting alibis.
Aug 7 report from Pass describes Crespy being escorted to prison as a mob of women hurled refuse and insulted her. The judge faced letters advocating the guillotine and jurors were threatened. Evidence suggested the abbe did not die by his own action, with a witness noting Crespy pressed him for affection.
Mr I Cody, renowned English airman, died today when a hydroplane collapsed at 250 feet. His sons Leon and Frank witnessed the accident, with passenger W H Evans and others nearby. The craft, built for the Daily Mail £5000 race, had only its first flight, covering 70 miles.
In the Commons debate on the Grand Committee amendments to the Insurance Act Labour opposed what it called panic legislation on maternity benefit. An amendment allowing husbands to receive benefits with the wife’s authorization passed 186 to 177 before the open question persisted and later Roberts’ amendment restored much of the original act. Nationalists veered into wrong lobbies amid the confusion.
The Willochra and Canada Cape will join the Sydney to San Francisco refrigerated service as exports of Australian meat to America rise. The Willochra sails September 6 with full refrigerated space, following the introduction of extra capacity by the Union Company.
An aviator named Bryan fell 300 feet during the Victoria oval regatta as American sailors defeated New Zealanders in the chief event. He struck a roof and died instantly when his machine collapsed in gusting wind.
Premier Joseph Cook speaking at Wangaratta urged Parliament to seek a substantial electoral majority in the near future. He said the government aimed to straighten the electoral tangle so the next appeal would truly reflect the voters’ opinion.
Sir Edward Carson, speaking at Portrush, defied the government by declaring they could issue a warrant but would not execute it He said he would attend at a few hours notice and surrender if the warrant were served, asserting he would not be deterred from his home rule stance.
General OBrien testified that troops at the Rand Club affair fired only when necessary to close. Mr Merrimansaid a small knot of agitators caused the trouble, not a broad uprising of workers. He contrasted Rand miner wages with those in South Wales as mine owners spent vast sums trying to eradicate unrest.
Hundreds of miners in the Newcastle district are idle due to disputes at several pits, with reports received on August 8 at 9.55 am. The stoppages affect multiple mines and workers awaiting resolution.
In the House of Commons Mr Montagu and Sir John Hewett discuss the Sitapur natives' case. Three men acquitted of murder were re arrested five months later. two executed and one life sentence. Hewett denies ordering retry or appeal. Crewe says suspending sentences would have been wiser.
Paris reports indicate Deperdussin confessed to large scale forgeries tied to the Comptoir Industrial and Colonial Bank. Investigators say fictitious silk purchases and aeroplane funding masked vast losses, with profits diverted to lavish personal expense.
The Wellington Hospital and Charitable Aid Board approved a reorganisation of the out-patients department. The report says most current patients need other medical channels or free care, proposing three aims: relieve the board from non-eligible attenders, provide entirely free treatment for the indigent, and extend outdoor medical service to poorer classes at affordable rates.
Lord Emmett, departing for Australia, expresses gratitude to the Canadian people and the Parliamentary party for their courtesy and evident attachment to the Motherland and the Throne, showing his deep appreciation for their loyalty.
The United Irish League committees in Boston cabled Mr. Redmond promising to raise 41,000 dollars to support Home Rule.
The Herald comments on New Zealand Budget mentions rising Australian readiness to subscribe to Dominion loans and suggests reciprocity negotiations will be resumed by the Commonwealth Government. It notes no objection to a principle based agreement and questions fair detail.
In Sydney on August 8 the Labour Council adopted two resolutions deploring the federal government's abolition of preference to unionists. The move underscores ongoing labor tensions as workers respond to national policy changes.
London August 6 The use of the Pavilion Music Hall has been withdrawn from the suffragettes owing to recent disorders.
The carnival and sports continued in Victoria on August 7 with New Zealand men prominent. A brilliant ball honored Captain Halsey and his officers. In attendance were Premier Hon. R. McBride, Lieutenant Gear, Rear Admiral Evans, and the American Commander.
A vigorous letter from Hon. T. Mackenzie published in 68 newspapers defends New Zealand’s defence scheme. He recalls three approved elections and warns that Britain cannot be relied upon in emergencies. He urges limiting migrants to avoid social disturbances and to protect women and children if needed.
Queensland cattle total reached 6 210 891 at year end, up 197 600. Horses numbered 674 673, up 55 419. Sheep declined to 20 310 036, down 430 946. Data released from Brisbane on August 8.
A Christchurch telegram lists Canterbury representatives for the southern tour with games against Timaru on August 14, Otago on August 16, and Southland on August 2. The selected players include Bain, McDonald, Simmers, Fuller, Sandman, Watson, Crawshaw, Amedeo, Murray, Hassel, Hegarty, Fanning, Cummings, Dougall, Kennedy, Maswell, Harvey, and Morgan. Burns, Taylor, and Gray are not available.
John Mears of a New York newspaper completes a world circumnavigation in 35 days 21 hours 35 minutes. He traveled through Paris the Trans Siberian Railway across the Pacific and via British Columbia across North America setting a world record.
A fragmented ad style excerpt urges health to Woods Peppermint Cure amid casual banter about dogs and good humor. It references smoking Regent cigars and mentions a fortlike free gifts offer with pounds.
A vivid ad promotes Regent Cigarette users trying a new Great Free Gift Scheme offering Forty Free Gifts to smokers. The copy urges readers to try the product and share the experience for rewards.
A livery tobacconist promotes Regent cigarettes with a Free Gift Scheme. Readers are urged to write for the Free Gift Catalogue to Regent at Box 381 Wellington Forty. Free Gifts offered.
The thermometer showed 114 degrees of frost last night. The Government Meteorologist's forecast at 9 am predicts freshening westerly winds with possible rain, cloudy weather, and fog in spots. A storm appears to be approaching from the west as the glass falls.
Sydney reports that by year end there were 3989 factories in the metropolitan district employing 87 667 workers, an increase of 146 factories and 4162 hands for the year. The figures were released in an August 8 dispatch.
A London food reformer Mr F J Cross claims a frugal diet is enough for physical efficiency. He recounts his experiences to the Charity Organisation Society, detailing meals of oatmeal, milk, haricot beans, margarine, sugar, tea, salt and pepper, claiming health and comfort on a rebuilt budget.
An advertisement touts Baxters Lung Preserver as a universal cure for coughs and colds. It claims it relieves symptoms within a dose and urges readers to keep a bottle on hand for immediate use. It notes availability at local stores.
A Health bulletin from Wellington states no new smallpox cases in Auckland city and suburbs in the last 24 hours. One fresh case is reported at Otorangā with three more from Walton. Kaihu and Kairara show wide spread with an estimated two thirds of the population affected.
Auckland health leaders met with the Minister of Public Health and the Chief Health Officer to discuss containment. Maoris and Maori settlements were central to proposed measures including isolation, destruction of insanitary stores, vaccination for those not yet inoculated, and travel restrictions for Maoris. The Minister and Dr. Valentine pledged swift epidemic action and awaited Mr. Parr’s report before deciding on further steps.
Reports from Auckland and nearby settlements show a rising smallpox outbreak with new cases in Porou Kairara and Mosneyville areas. A Maori community in Kairara faces a grave spread with an estimated two thirds infected. a hospital patient from the city is moved to Point Chevalier with a mild form diagnosed.
Seven cases of smallpox were reported in the metropolitan area today, including a Maori infected in Sydney and five cases in Almarra within a single family, of which one member is already affected. There are 248 patients and contacts in quarantine. The total attacked since the outbreak began is 43450.
Hearing in Jimaru today on misappropriation of trust funds by Walter Bhaw, bankrupt solicitor. One accused admitted for trial on £200 investment misused in 1911 and £900 for a fake purpose in 1912, both belonging to Philp Browts of Pleasant Point. Adjourned cases involve £2022 from Wynn Williams and Brown and other sums to H H Abbot and Hall.
An advertorial touts SANDER'S EXTRACT from select leaves as a unique healing antiseptic and curative oil. It warns against inferior eucalyptus products and urges readers to demand the genuine preparation for reliable, small-dose benefits.
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