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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Aug 23, 1909
Page
2
Small House on Forest Road offers 4 rooms with wash house bath scullery at 7s 6d weekly. House of 6 rooms plus H E Belt at 16s weekly. Nice 8 room dwelling with all conveniences on Main South Road Tinwald with 2 acres land and stable at 16s weekly. Also 10 acres first class land for lease. Early application necessary.
A noted agricultural educator argues for education that integrates farming with practical life. He asserts differing country child environments require curriculum focus on land love, self guided learning, and real life connections. Emphasis on school gardens with ornamental plots observational plots and experimental plots to boost reasoning and apply manure and rotation knowledge.
Sunderland guardians plan midsummer picnics for the workhouse on July 26 and 27. In Dunedin nurses defend social dances as morale boosters. Timaru region reports healthy crops and farmer ploughing, while two offenders face court for drunkenness. Local industry highlights G Carson cycle and motor works expanding plant and modernizing facilities while inviting new customers.
The Hon J A Millar said the National Annuities Bill would be brought forward at the coming session of Parliament and peers would pass it. He warned that if members delay, they will have to sit after Christmas. Meanwhile the Ashburton Salvation Army marked its 26th anniversary with services led by Envoy Mathews and three Sydenham bandsmen.
Lime for grain root crops or pasture proves a profitable investment. Full particulars from Blackhorne Sash and a 122 Manchester Great, Christ church.
Fragmentary text mentions influenza impact on an event or person nicknamed Wead and a peppering reference. No clear dates names or location identified.
Mayfield celebrates the opening of a 50 by 22 foot public hall built on land donated by D Sewell junior after local committees failed to secure a venue. The August 19 ceremony featured tea, a concert, and thanks to Mrs Burgess, performers, and church members. The hall earned £19 10s from the event.
A Canterbury report records Edwin Unwin seventy seven dying on a northbound train en route to Christchurch Hospital from Kaiapoi. Also newborn dies at Christchurch while parents visit Greers in Papanui. Hawarden farmer Gilbert Henderson improves after brain concussion then worsens. Emma Smith drowns at St Clair. body of elderly man found on Tomahawk Beach with H D carved on a staff.
A collision at Kaiapoi railway station occurred Saturday evening when a Christchurch train on the main line struck a standing Culverden express engine and nine carriages near the south water tank. The impact moved the standing train six yards and damaged a cowcatcher. Passengers were shaken but none seriously injured. services resumed about half an hour later after removing the cowcatcher and inspecting both trains. The cause is thought to be a stone in the points.
In Dunedin on August 23 the Bible Research Society voted to expel Mr J Neil, its president, after a two hour meeting. The move followed his objection to Mr Rawson exposing for sale what Neil deemed infidel publications and his notice to terminate Rawson’s lease. A public indignation meeting is planned to oppose the tyranny of a fellow citizen.
The waterside workers conference resumed in Wellington as a deputation could not be received. A resolution protested medical tests for workers before employment and one motion supported a political fighting fund to aid Labour in elections.
In the August 21 Hastings play, Auckland defeated Wairarapa B 3 0, Taranaki beat Hawke's Bay B 3 0, Nelson won over Wellington 3 0, Hawke's Bay A defeated Wairarapa A 3 0, and Horowhenua beat Wanganui 3 0 in front of a large crowd.
In Christchurch on August 21 Canterbury representatives defeated Southland 5 to 0, and Canterbury women beat Southland women 8 to 0 in parallel matches.
The hockey game today ended with Anckland defeating Otago by four goals to three.
A sore throat and other pains may be eased by applying a flannel bandage soaked with Chamberlain's Pain Balm. The remedy, popular for rheumatism, is sold by chemists and storekeepers.
The report notes suffragists and allies clashing outside St Andrew's Hall in Glasgow where Lord Strens spoke, forcing Lord Crewe to withdraw amid the crowd. Separately a room at the Great Central Hotel in London was robbed of jewellery valued at £400 from an American woman, Mrs Moser.
Report from Press Association suggests a steamer travelling from Madagascar to East London may be aiding the Waratah, which is believed to be adrift in a strong current and possibly being crossed by the assisting vessel.
London observers remain hopeful regarding the aratah project despite received documents on August 23 and an 8.20 acre matter noted on August 22. Local officials and owners press for progress amid uncertain timelines.
A London circulated statement on the 19th is denied as incorrect. New Zealand to receive a Dreadnought and retained £100,000 subsidy with the ship attached to China and Pacific stations. Britain to build cruisers destroyers submarines with NZ headquarters and possible battleship for Australian waters, forming three to four units in Pacific waters.
Mr Haldane spoke in Liverpool stating the Conference agreed on an organisation to keep the Empire indivisible for defence. He predicted the pact would aid world peace and place the Crown's naval and military forces on a new footing.
Mr Meennan introduces two bills to amend the Colonial Naval Defence Act 1885. They empower colonial governments to bind seamen raised under the act to general service in the Royal Navy in emergencies.
Sir Joseph Ward and Lady Ward with Dr Fitzchett Mr Hislor and Miss Seddon departed London for Vancouver aboard the Makura. A large crowd at Euston cheered as the party left with officials and dignitaries seen off by the crowd and journalists.
In a letter from Mr Asquith dated August 21 in London the prime minister says the government is impressed by the expedition’s discoveries and by the efficient economical conduct of the venture.
Surrey tops Yorkshire by innings 1 2. In first innings Surrey 273, second 62 while Yorkshire reply 228 and 26. Yorkshire loses as Surrey takes decisive win.
The Spitzbergen to North Pole balloon attempt led by Walter Weilman was halted after 32 miles when a hose ruptured and the balloon guide-rope equilibrator burst. The crew abandoned the voyage and returned, the balloon severely damaged.
Alpine fatalities have occurred, per Press Association. Details scarce due to limited readable text.
Reported by the Press Association six schoolgirls were drowned when schoolboys opened a sluice-gate during a riverside excursion below the Offenbachen weir. The incident occurred August 22 as authorities investigate the deliberate act and its consequences.
Louis Strang driving a Buick set a new 100 mile race record at Indianapolis, finishing in 1 hour 22 minutes 40 seconds, beating the previous mark of 1 hour 44 minutes. The event took place in New York reporting by Press Association.
Paris reports an aviation meeting in Rheims opening for a week. Numerous aeroplanes will be tested during the event.
British politics item notes Mr Asquith has dropped many Bills including the Welsh Church Disestablishment and shows optimism about the Irish Development Bill. Indications suggest the House of Commons will sit through September.
Telegraphic disruptions hamper news from flood zones in Victoria. August 22 reports say the disaster is the worst on record with waters receding in parts. Two additional drownings are reported as the situation unfolds.
The Brisbane event ends amid fine weather with a large crowd as New Zealand leads early events with Woodger winning the 100 yards and Kerr taking the one mile walk. Victoria and New South Wales athletes claim multiple titles across hurdles, running events, high jump, broad jump, and the marathon with Australia states scoring records.
Ad praises Chamberlain's Tablets for biliousness and liver support. Claims include stomach cleansing, gentler stimulation of the liver, and relief from pain and discomfort. Mentions sale by chemists and storekeepers.
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