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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Aug 12, 1907
Page
2
Listing of per pound prices for currants prunes figs dates raisins and dessert items with per tin and per dozen rates. Includes Jam glass jars marmalade and cornflour prices and notes coupons with all cash purchases.
In sad but loving memory of Mary Ann Church who departed this life August 1907. Short was the call she had from above. Not a word to her loved ones could say. Her eyes closed in death with thoughts at home. Inserted by her loving Inebandd and family.
An Ashburton Guardian analysis notes fourteen years of women’s suffrage in New Zealand and cites a 7th instant House of Representatives debate on Sir William Steward’s reform bill. The piece highlights amendments allowing election to the Legislative Council by any adult voter and argues for a Legislative House of Dames as a form of female representation, referencing Finland’s recent elections and advocates like Sir George Grey and Alfred Saunders.
Supporters of no license in the Selwyn electorate plan a meeting at Metaphysical Hall Christchurch on Wednesday. Frank Dunnage, vicar of Methven, will take Halswell living offered by the Bishop of Christchurch. A pension of £333 per year goes to the retiring Christchurch Chief Postmaster on 30 September.
Captain Edwin reports easterly winds and rain at the Domain weather station. The Board approved felling trees and wood sale at Ashburton yards tomorrow. An 80 year old pensioner John Campbell died after heart disease. Inquest returned verdict of heart disease. St John Ambulance exams succeeded with several candidates. Timaru locals push for Christchurch Timaru telephone link.
The Mokan Jones estate at New Plymouth drew a large crowd for public auction with one bid from H Kemp Walsh, grandson of the mortgagee, at £19 500. Weather reports note warm rains in Taranaki and Mount Somers. wheat stocks at NSW stations and Darling Harbour show a sharp rise year on year.
A traveller writes that station latrines show improvement over the old setup but remain lacking. He urges railway authorities to have staff sprinkle carbolic powder to improve cleanliness, especially in hot weather.
A reader urges the Borough Council and Dr Nicoll to canvass ratepayers for more signatures on the petition for a railway crossing. The writer says public interest is weak and calls for a strong expression of opinion to show the Minister for Railways the demand.
Wellington August 12 report that the Government informed Sir William Steward on Saturday night that fodder for starving stock will be carried over the railways free anywhere in Canterbury as far as VimAR.
Auckland Star report from Dargaville says three youths about 18 broke into Tierney's store stealing two rifles and 2000 cartridges then took three horses from a paddock and raided Oliver's store at Tutamoe next morning. The gang camps in difficult ranges and authorities fear capture without expert help.
Wellington August 10 Thomas Perry Peddle who assaulted the sheriff enforcing a court order was brought up for sentence. Mgr Justice Cooper ordered admission to probation with a £200 surety and future good behaviour. Costs of proceedings capped at £25.
London reports dealers anxious over next week's settlement amid a sharp decline in railway and other securities. News items note expulsion of ministers, Belfast shipyard cuts, and Opium dens closed in Canton.
The Khamas tribe promises to release Sir Harry MacLean but will not arrest Raisuli, urging him to leave while Casablanca endures bombardment. The British Consulate, aided by two French officers and twelve seamen, with Mr Kerr and Mrs Hands, defended the building as Moors attacked. The French army later encamped outside and repelled a 6000 strong assault, with 2000 killed.
The Rabat situation is alarming as Europeans and local authorities mobilize a force of 550 volunteers to defend the walls. Officials warn this number will be inadequate if a serious attack occurs.
In Belfast a Berkshire regiment unit guarding carts was attacked by strikers. Several soldiers were badly hurt as stones were thrown during the confrontation.
London August 11 report says an officer commanding the Berkshire Regiment unit at Belfast was wounded by a bottle during a stoning incident. An intercessor notes Sir Antony MacDonell has traveled to Belfast.
The Board of Trade report notes that foreign country figures in Australian imports are noisy and can mislead. It finds Britain's position in cotton and iron and steel safe, while Woollen goods and other lines face rising Australian competition. It warns British traders limit major lines and suggests freight reforms to equalize treatment of British and foreign importers.
Dunedin reports Cockburn Bros. homestead at Te Honka near Baletutha seven rooms destroyed by fire. Building insured for £100 in London and Lancashire Office. furniture and effects uninsured and lost.
A man was arrested for setting fire to a house insured by Royal Insurance Office for £225. The owner lived there with a tenant. the offence occurred while the tenant was away. Firefighters found phosphorus smell inside, and a phosphorus-containing tin was found on site. Police claim the tin was bought by the accused.
Commercial London reports Consols dipping to £81 5s before recovering to £81 10s. The Times notes that active trade and high prices with low yields clash due to higher money rates. Also mentions care for Goughs and Colds and references Great Peppermint as Od and 4s Md.
A strange illness growing in a man's lungs and spreading rapidly conquered all remedies until Woods famous Peppermint Cure was used and the patient collapsed and died in a dramatic medical tale from a historic newspaper account.
London August 10 The House of Lords by 136 to 34 amended the Evicted Tenants Bill. It requires Estates Commissioners to prove necessity for compulsory acquisition and base price on owner losses from deprivation of property, and provides a Court of Appeal. Another amendment limits reinstatements to two thousand.
The investigation unfolds with Mrs Goold testifying that her husband Gould feared exposure of letters she wrote. She says Madam Levin left jewels to pawn and that Gould after intoxication conceived disposing of the body. Post mortem shows tan wounds including one to the heart and blood stained scissors. Police found signs of body concealment in a box room. French papers note his wife’s influence. he claims the baronetcy after brothers’ deaths in Australia.
United States Court of Appeals granted a writ of error in the Standard Oil case. The move caps years of effort to collect a large fine. London reports the huge penalty may push Wall Street to pull back and restrain the government’s trust actions.
The Tariff Commission reports that mutual preference would benefit all interests by boosting sugar cultivation in the British Empire. It would widen consumer choice, reduce dependence on foreign sugar, and secure Empire markets for local producers and manufacturers.
The Ottawa correspondent of the Times reports that Australia’s budget announcement, which excludes reciprocity with Canada, surprised officials. This comes after Canada’s direct offer to the Commonwealth in December amid ongoing trade talks.
Australia lost to Canada four goals to nil in Melbourne as rough play sparked a late-quarter disturbance. Referee faced trouble with Canadian players, and Grace struck Street with a lacrosse stick before retaliation sparked a disorderly scene. Camphin also clashed with Canadian players and was sent off.
Melbourne August 12 the high tariff has alarmed moderate protectionists in federal parliament. A party rearrangement is likely and the two Opposition sections may unite. Perth August 12 the treasurer declares the new federal tariff disastrous for Western Australia and that agriculturists miners and others in primary industries will bear the costs.
Brisbane dispatch reports Mr Bent Premier of Victoria commenting on public perception that Australians are socialist and that capitalists might withdraw invested funds. He notes widespread ignorance and says this belief is not fully understood abroad.
Melbourne August 12 Mrs Crimaver widow of Major Crimmer a Waterloo veteran has died at age 98. She was a notable carrier in early colonial days and was acquainted with the poor Byran.
Perth reports an earthquake tremor lasting fifteen seconds and the Sydney sculling scene discusses Webb challenging Durnan to row at Toronto for 560 pounds with 150 pounds for expenses. Webb says he will row Tregar then seek other challengers and prefers the Wanganui river course.
Police investigated a reported drowning near Shetty Beach after a man named Marshall heard a splash and a girl's scream around ten o clock. Constables and Mr J L Upton searched the water for two hours without locating any sign of the couple or a tragedy.
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