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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Aug 14, 1908
Page
4
Transfers and mortgages arranged with easy terms. Cottage rooms and conveniences on Peter Street near the Baptist Church. Acre land with garden and outbuildings. 15 acres land in Allenton with a nearly new nine room house and water. Small deposit required. Farmer friendly opportunity near town.
Auckland August 13 The Acting Chief Secretary of Queensland sent a letter to Admiral Sperry of the American fleet regretting the inability to visit Brisbane. Sperry replied expressing thanks for the cordial greeting and noting friendship and shared ideals between America and Australasia. He praised hospitality and said the fleet must return to the Atlantic by a set date, limiting longer stays in Australian waters.
Fire gutted the Soushern Cross Hotel and damaged a Hereford house owned by Mr J E Middlebrook, while alarms aided by a pig alarms and a prompt brigade prevented extensive damage. The Connectt school outbuildings were reported burned Wednesday night.
EGS thanks residents of Ashburton and district for liberal support and asks for continuation. Messages by telephone or at W. Pickles office will receive immediate attention. Furniture removed locally and goods of all descriptions forwarded globally via the NZ Express Company, for which I am local agent. Personal supervision in all cases.
Auckland reports the Star noted the gathering of American warships at Manila coinciding with the anticipated signing of a Japanese immigration treaty. The claim is reportedly credited by many in the American fleet.
An Auckland bar fight last night involved an arrogant Britisher and American sailors, with about ten Americans knocked out. Sailor-police actions in a car led to the Americans fleeing. Later, Auckland Volunteers beat the American fleet rifle team 65 to 46 in Penrose, led by visiting Midshipmen Jones and Stewart.
The fleet will leave Waitemata waters at 8 am Saturday for Sydney. Speed set at ten knots per hour. warships to anchor in Australian harbor Thursday morning at 11.80 am. Culgoa to Brisbane for fresh meat, arriving August 19, then rejoin fleet at Sydney. Thirty American officers hunted deer on Mohitapu, returning with antler trophies.
Sydney reports ongoing preparations for a fleet reception with streets set and progress satisfactory. Officials note readiness for the event and public order measures in place.
In London on August 13 Australian bankers and merchants cabled to Mr Deakin expressing desire to be associated in a welcome to the American fleet arriving in the period around August 14.
A Auckland report quotes a Royal Navy petty officer speaking bluntly about American fleet officers and discipline. He notes Americans moor poorly, praises aristocratic British command, and explains daily drills keep sailors ready for potential war.
In Wellington on August 13, government data show a 40 percent drop in new employment applications over three weeks. Many labourers are sent to railway and government works at Tadmor Nelson Gisborne Motu, with 27 married and 113 single workers placed last month and more scheduled. Some applicants are deemed unfitted for heavy exertion.
Harden, a solicitor, appeared on a theft charge in Palmerston North. The case involves £260 belonging to Margaret M Handesch. Police sought remand, which was granted until Friday week. Bail set at £200 with sureties of £100 each.
Samuel Vaile of Auckland challenges Hall-Jones and the New Zealand Herald over railway fare figures. He argues half return fares replace real returns and lists fare comparisons across New Zealand and Australian states, urging fixed rates to resolve the railway controversy.
A medical author presents a scientific critique of alcohol in a book praised for clarity and evidence. It argues alcohol as medicine is diminishing in hospitals, cautions against miraculous cures, and favors long term treatment for inebriety. The work is recommended for its balanced, multi faceted discussion.
For over thirty years Chamberlain Cough Remedy has grown from trial use to widespread trust. It is praised for curing coughs and colds, is favored by families, and remains the leading remedy in its class due to its proven value and pleasant taste.
For over 30 years Chamberlain's Cough Remedy has been praised by the public and chemists. The makers claim the formula never changed to meet laws and remains the same as the original. It is described as pleasant, safe, sure, and always cures.
The New South Wales Department of Public Health cites August 2 1901 results from William M. Hamlet Government Analyst. A sealed Chamberlain Cough Remedy sample was examined and found to contain none of the scheduled poisons. The Chief Medical Officer confirms the finding.
The article touts Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as a trusted choice for mothers. It claims rapid relief for coughs colds croup hoarseness and winter protection for children and families with regular use and early dosing. Mrs Catherine Weeks is cited as a testimonial believer in its prevention and treatment benefits for all ages.
The article notes the value of a buyer’s opinion, and adds that a tradesman who buys and sells again finds Chamberlains Cough Remedy repeatedly praised by customers for their positive experience. The emphasis is on trust built through repeated use and shopper testimony.
WEST MAITLAND David Ley a local chemist reports Chamberlain's Cough Remedy is highly spoken of by numerous customers and is a splendid seller.
A. P. Woolley of Excelsior Store in South Melbourne endorses Chamberlain's Cough Remedy, stating they stock and always recommend it to customers.
H. May, a storekeeper, reports years of use and strong sales of Chamberlain's Cough Remedy. He notes customers prefer it over all others and will have no substitute.
Storekeeper Wm McCrossin says Chamberlain's Cough Remedy is very popular here. Those who use it once always want it again when needing a cough medicine. Officially declared free from all poison. Sold Everywhere i/6.
A list of rental units and shop premises appears including 6 room cottages on Cameron Street West renting at 176 6d, a 4 room cottage on Belt Road, a shop and premises on Saunders’ Buildings, a room in Saunders’ Buildings, and additional rooms and offices on Tancred Street near Glonie’s stables. The notice references prices in historic shillings and pence and names T Bullock as the contact.
A miner working at a battery caves to a cold and admits taking a small amount of Woods' Great Peppermint Cure to feel better. The manager expresses surprise at the purity of the remedy.
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