Splendid Suburban Residence for Sale at Hampstead
For sale on Wakanui Road Hampstead, a half-acre heavy land section fronting two streets. The builder's new residence offers six large rooms, hall, bathroom, pantry, scullery, wash-house, dairy, and two verandahs. Access to remaining Oxford Street frontage possible. Described as convenient, sunny, and desirable for a business man or retired farmer. Full particulars on application.
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Havre
Bale
al Moriarty
Wakanui Road
Hampstead
Oxford Street
Workman's Home at Waterton Property for Sale
Workman's home at Waterton Township offers 14 acres of land with a four room house and wash-house. Aimed at working men seeking a freehold, the rent or interest is set under Is éd a week, encouraging saving for a purchaser. Apply for details and terms.
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Waterton
W. Hopwood
Surplus Farm Offered With 6 Acres Of Subdivided Land
Subdivided 6 acre site with 530 paddocks, well fenced and watered. 40 acres of oats, 130 acres ploughed for turnips, rest in English grass. Features a dwelling and a good sheep farm in fattening country. Also a large list of agricultural properties for sale across the colony with terms arranged. Live stock insurance offered by Cortane and Yorkshires.
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Sala
Ashburton notices and local affairs span a busy week
The Ashburton Guardian reports resignations on the Rangitata Road Board, a sale of 1.8 and a large dwelling on Tancred Street, and nominations due August 21. It notes sheep slaughter, theatre Opera, Pal merston commerce actions, council staff changes, and local education and taxation issues.
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Edwin
IF. Ferriman
Tancred Street
Harry McKkrea
J. H. Dent
Rangilata Road
Wairfield
Settlement of Back Blocks Land Proposal Stirs Debate
In Wellington on August 15 Parliament discusses a Land Laws Amendment Bill clause allowing the Board to set apart rural land for freehold selection with strict cultivation and residence rules. Duncan argues the measure would reclaim unproductive Crown lands, with allocations up to 200 acres per adult and 600 per household, plus seven years residence and monthly survey costs.
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Whllington
I. ¥. Duncan
Land Board
Duncan
Seddon
Dunnean
Auckland
Nelson
West Fends
Wellington
Canterbury
North Otagte
Anan
Pavia
Gv Seddau
Australia
Pencan
Smeli the Sane
Junean
Myr Dinean
Freehold Gift Debate Signals Changes in Farm Policy
The article discusses potential freehold gifts to farmers and questions the strength of political backing. It notes Br eddon’s stance and asks how many more gifts might exist, hinting at interest from the Farmers Union and public opinion on whether a stronger Seant hold Bill would be introduced.
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H. E. Bonrington
East Street
Arthur’s Pass
Midland Rail
Count Volstoy
Mark Twain
I. R. Maiman
M.H.R
Geraldine
Farmers
Beddon
Breddon
Samharn
Beddow
International actions and obituaries in late August news
United States official Willey visits Europe to discuss uniform anti adulteration rules. Russo Japanese Convention upholds status quo in China and equal trade opportunity. King Edward and the Kaiser meet warmly in Berlin. Violinist Joseph Joachim dies aged 74 in Berlin. Wall Street remains unsettled after Pope's Cycle and Manufacturing collapse. Consols quoted at 4 percent.
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London
Willey
United States Agricultural Department
Europe
ST. Petersburg
China
Chin
King
Kaiser
Berlin
Wilhelmshohe
Edward
Joseph Joachim
German Opposition at The Hague Mines Proposal
The conference at The Hague sees Germany resist a Dutch plan supported by Great Britain to anchor mines that become harmless after two hours within active operations. Austria and Russia back Germany. The Times warns that if Germany prevails, belligerents could scatter mines at sea, endangering merchant ships for months or years.
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London
Germany
Great Britain
Austria
Russia
the Times
Deceased Wife's Sister Bill Passes Commons After Stormy Night
In London the Deceased Wife's Sister's Bill cleared its final stage in the House of Commons after an all-night sitting. The action was reported by the Press Association.
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Ter Press Association
London
Siberian Railway Embezzlement Exceeds £1.2 Million Found
A commission probing the Siberian railway reports large embezzlements totaling over £1,200,000. The inquiry, tied to official corruption in Russia, notes extensive misappropriation and financial improprieties uncovered in the railway system.
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ST. Petersburg
Siberian
The Monte Carlo Murder Examines Suspects in Paris Inquiry
A Paris magistrate reports finding bloodstained items in Gooldt's Monte Carlo ante-room including a tray two used glasses and an upside down glass. It is inferred Madame Levin was attacked after entry and a third glass prepared for her drink. The inquiry investigates Eng land Lasaone and Montreal's prisoner antecedents.
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Paris
Gooldt
Monte Carlo
Madame Levin
England
Lasaone
Montreal
Explosions Hit Doemus Factory Prompt Evacuation
A dynamite blast at a Doemus factory on August 15 broke all factory windows and forced officials to evacuate the town. Ninety employees were injured and feared dead as the plant became unsafe from further blasts.
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Bertin
Doemus
Fires Leave Petrol Yard and Boats Destroyed in Sydney
A fire at the Union Oil Engine Works in Sydney last night destroyed a large quantity of petrol and several launches and boats. In Palmerston North two houses owned by McGregor and Siddell were burned, G Butler injured removing furniture and taken to hospital.
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Sydney
Union Oil Lngine
Palmerston North
Manawatu Times
Ath Bulls
My McGregor
Mere Siddell
G. Butler
Palmerston Hospital
Notte Defeats South Africans By Five Wickets
The Notte cricket team defeated the South Africans by five wickets in a match dated August 16. The result confirms Notte's win in a mid season contest reported from London.
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London
Notte
Attempted assassination targets Lord Ashtown at Glenshiry Lodge
Lord Ashtown escaped a planned attack believed to have been set in the West of Ireland. A powder charge exploded in the drawing room at Glenshiry Lodge in Wesford damaging the room and fireplace while flames were quickly doused. No clues yet found linking the outrage to any group.
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London
Lord Ashtown
Ireland
Glenshiry Lodge
Wesford
Belfast Strike Conference Progresses Toward Settlement
London reports Mr Grayson says his Huddersfield speech was misreported about Belfast violence. He contrasts soldiers armed with gatlings and cartridges with protesters armed only with broken bottles, noting the misattribution of his remarks.
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London
Grayson
the Times
Hudderfield
Belfast
Colne Valley
Belfast flax spinners give two weeks' notice amid strike
About 30,000 workers are idle as the Belfast flax spinners end their work with a fortnight's notice. The disruption stems from the ongoing strike and disorganization it has caused for the industry.
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London
Belfast
Furious Khamas Tribe Vows Revenge After Casablanca Bombardment
In Morocco on August 15 the Khamas tribe blames Christians for the Casablanca bombardment and vows retaliation against Sir Harry MacLean as Raisuli guards the Kaid.
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Morocco
Casablanca
Harry MacLean
Raisuli
Raisuli Threatens Damaging Move If Demands Not Met
The Tangier correspondent reports Raisuli warns British Minister Lowther that he will remove Sir Barry MacLean unless demands are met immediately. Gibraltar authorities face great inconvenience from a large influx of refugees from Morocco.
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London
The
Daily Mail
Tangier
Raisuli
Lowther
Barry MacLean
Gibraltar
Morocco
French Complaints Over Moroccan Troop Restrictions Edit
French newspapers attack the Moroccan campaign constraints saying the limits and orders imposed on Spanish troops create an authority conflict due to the dual command structure.
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Paris
Morocco
Webb Welcomed Back as World Sculling Champion
William Webb, the world sculling champion, received an enthusiastic Wellington reception at the Town Hall after returning from his victory. Mayor S. W. Hislop and Premier Joseph Ward praised the champion and urged him to defend the title on the Wanganui river. Webb credited trainer Denis Barnett and benefactor Tuck for making the match possible, while the crowd sang his praises.
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Mission Hall
Sunbeam
Geo. Osborne
Geo. Manifold
Lily Palmer
Care Ill
Greymouth
Ashbrarton Rifles
Orange Trail
Dolman
Percy
Tucker
Hayes
V.D
J. J. Pauw
Campbell
G. Stills
Dohian
Meehan
Childs
Meechan
Arthur Wellesley Nelson
Sumner Cliffs
Christchurch
Palker
Parker
Department of Justice
de Gibb
St. John’s Church
Welhington
Alexander Dropkirk
Tweed
Bix A. Lindsay
Wellington
New Zealand
Ile
Baring Square Mutual Inpoprezent Society
America
John Studhelme
Hakatera Club
Pearce
Ashburton
Willington
William Webb
Leif
S. W. Hislop
Criterton
Webb
Giv Joseph Ward
Joseph
Wanganui
Messrs Tuck
Barnett
Bellamy
Sir Joseph Ward
Massey
Laurenson
Wield
Dry spell disrupts Greymouth miners and sawmillers
August 16 weather in Grey Mouth brings continued dry conditions with miners and sawmillers facing closures as rain is expected too late to avert stoppages. The report notes likely shutdowns within days due to lack of rainfall.
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Sone
Greymouth
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Hokitika
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