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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Aug 12, 1913
Page
6
The piece reflects on London’s vast transport system seen from a top of a bus. It describes stone buildings and the sea of people moving daily, noting tubes trains and motor omnibuses. It highlights signalmen trains machinery safety devices and the vast reach of the network.
A Pearson's Magazine June piece compares London transit to a beneficent octopus with Westminster as brain and Chelsea as heart. It notes District Railway running forty trains per hour and strict timing, with non-stop services and brief station stops to maintain punctuality across the system.
A letter to the Guardian condemns a Friday disturbance in Ashburton linked to anti-war and pro armament arguments. It criticizes the mayor for alleged disrespect and calls for apology or resignation, urging national defense and patriotic banners. The writer warns of war dangers and the influence of armament firms.
A reader criticizes a public meeting scene describing poor chairmanship and disruptive behavior. Cites Mayor Davis’s potential as chair and warns against seditious pamphlets, urging support for the Defence Act and obedience to government.
Readers critique how the Ashburton anti militarists meeting and mayoral chairmanship were reported. They challenge the stance on free speech versus suppressing dissent and question the mayor's official role and the appropriateness of a public hearing for visiting speakers and a dissident figure.
The piece notes how improved traffic boosts central shopping and entertainment. Mr Selfridge credits transport for enabling stores like his to thrive beyond local trade. The West End flourishes with larger shops theaters restaurants clubs and galleries drawing suburban visitors and fostering educational access.
The writer argues a recent Ashburton meeting was not a disgrace but a credit to loyalty and manhood, condemning unpatriotic sentiments and praising the town's stance against antiwar propaganda. Union Jack.
Business notices advertise cross-cut saws for firewood with guaranteed quality at prices from 6d to 10s 6d. John Orr and Co's East Street Store promotes best makes and reasonable costs.
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