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Ashburton Guardian

Location

Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand

Date

Aug 25, 1920

Page

7

County Centres and Mayfield Club Reports

The Methven A. and P. Association monthly meeting elected new members and noted the planting and fencing costs at the grounds about £150. A road across the bottom end and ground leasing were discussed. Mayfield Collie Club met to place surplus funds with the Bank of New Zealand, award a cup, and approve payments totaling £18.

Methven A. and P. Association Yooma J. Carr Messrs Green Harrison Campbell Mangin Amilar Woodhouse Watson Doherty Low Dowling Lilley McAnuity Goodwin J. W. Woodhouse Mosars A. C. Watson P.C. Watson F. G. Oldfield J. Davidson D. Hampton W. E. Hampton Mod M. Cunneen J. R. Grigg Dennehy H. W. Dixon D. Shaw Dp. McCrenor 8. Thompson J. . Heseltine A. Campion Woolley C. Dykes Chained Mayfield Collie Club D. Duff J.D. Murdoch J. Cameron J. Campbell J. H. Patterson F. Timms D. Baxter E. Withell Bank of New Zealand EH. Grieve Springburn D. G. Wright

Path to success through accounting training

Motivational prospectus urges self effort for a stable future. It claims thousands trained to become successful accountants, promising practical courses, experienced instructors, and moderate fees with cash or installments. Prospective students are invited to request a prospectus.

Seafield Social Dance By Returned Soldiers Celebrated

Seafield residents were hosted by district returned soldiers for a social and dance at the school. The decorated room impressed attendees as music and dancing continued late. A dainty supper was served and speeches praised the hosts, soldiers, and visiting residents.

Seafield Parkins Driscoll Gregory J. Lambie

Electrification Tenders for Otira Tunnel Near £300,000

Two firms tendered for the Ozira tunnel electrification with bids around £300,000. The Public Works Tenders Board and Cabinet weigh plant, workmanship, and installation time before choosing. The English Electric Company is among the bidders with negotiations ongoing. Work must start promptly and the system ready within eighteen months.

Wellington Ozira Public Works Tenders Board Cabinet English Electric Company

Peps Promises Quick Relief From Colds At Home

A health note touts Peps as a cure for coughs colds sore throats bronchitis and influenza. It claims the dissolving tablets release fumes that travel to the lungs killing germs and preventing chest troubles with regular use and urges purchase at chemists and stores.

London talks on New Zealand meat export and markets

In London officials discuss New Zealand frozen meat after a government decision not to extend the purchase contract. Sir Thomas Mackenzie and Mr Massey estimate 4 to 5 million carcases to dispose of by year end with 2 million lambs sold to America and a quarter million to the Continent. They note shipping limits, potential expansion of US trade, and the Panama Canal's growing impact on New Zealand relations. Mutton retail prices and caterer buy-in affect consumer choices.

London New Thomas Mackenzie Massey New Zealand America United Kingdom Panama Canal United States American Meat Trust Dominion Board of Trade Cardiff Ministry of Food West End

Baxter's Lung Preserver Promoted for Child Health

The article touts Baxter's Lung Preserver as a safe, quick relief cough remedy for children and a health tonic, claiming unqualified medical approval and easy dosing. It notes prices and general availability at chemists and mentions other diverse items including cattle prices and post WWI shipping and parcel issues.

Baxter

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