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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Aug 26, 1902
Page
3
A reader cites a leaflet arguing drink caused far more British deaths than the Boer War in 32 months and proclaims the upcoming New Zealand election a test of patriotism. It claims £500 million spent on drink could fund merchant ships and urges a vote against licenses.
A Melbourne letter argues the Victorian Government imposes wage cuts on workers to cover a deficit caused by drought. The writer suggests strikes or retrenchment worsen unemployment and property values, recalling past booms and busts and urging public works to ease hardship. The piece contrasts New Zealand’s perceived liberty with Melbourne’s harsh policy and laments ruling-class greed.
The Mayfield correspondent notes continued springlike weather with recent rains easing drought fears. Lambing is widespread and hopes for milder conditions persist. The Presbyterian Church committee plans a larger gift auction after harvest with stalls, refreshments, and canvassing by a ladies committee.
Mr Henry Hughes of 183 Hereford Street Christchurch presents a list of patent applications accepted by the Government Gazette up to August 21. Items include horse-cover racing apparatus temperature indicator ore treatment and various machines for carts, footwear, dust removal, milking and lighting devices. Hughes firm has 20 years in NZ patent business. send for handbook and telegrams.
United Press reports a Middlesex game in doubt due to rain with London eight for 162. Warner 58 Belden 32 McGregor 20 top scores. Tromble claimed seven wickets. Hob Hawke plans a New Zealand tour, leaving England in November arriving January.
Wakanni with troopers passes Russell and heads to arrival this afternoon. Whitfield estate liabilities total 3611 sovereigns with creditors in Auckland and other cities. assets set at 23730. Wellington hospital matron appointed Miss Pettit. Potatoes shipments to South Africa priced. Timaru socialist branch formed after Tom Mann meeting. Bank of New Zealand manager Mr Aldred promoted to Inspector for the Middle Island. Dovepin court: Williams sentenced twelve months hard labour for theft. Mc Callion and Johnstone three months. Alfred Smith eighteen months.
The Magistrate Court today filed a charge sheet with 72 counts against about 50 bookmakers for trespass and betting in a public place. Justices of the Peace let the hearing of trespass cases proceed as details emerged of bookmakers wagering across the A P Association ground and the Metropolitan Trotting Club grounds. TF Watson faced a fine of 408 and costs after denial of warnings. testimony noted an Association authorized watcher allegedly allowed keepers to stay for pay.
The Transport Commission intends to ask for more time to present its report. The expected sittings are to last another fortnight.
Advertises Impey's May Apple as a permanent cure for dyspepsia and related digestive ills. Claims scientific formulation and manufacturing method, with laxative action and quick relief. Sold by chemists and stores at 23 6d per bottle, post free from Sharland and Co. Wade's Worm Figs also touted as a safe worm remedy.
United Press reports the Aparima ship’s master saying the full extent of damage is not yet known though hope remains to sail from Albany on Thursday. No. 2 hold sustained fire and water damage, other holds spared. cargo includes gunnies, bonemeal, tapioca, rice, mats, tea, and chinaware among items.
Average attendance and a fair entry of stock at Tinwald Yards. Fat cattle and fat sheep sold well while other classes held to last week’s rates. Prices saw heifers seven to eight pounds, cows around four to eight pounds, steers four pounds ten shillings to seven shillings six pence. Store cattle and store sheep offered a range with crossbred and merino lines and various lambs and ewes noted in lamb at different bids.
The Loyal Ashburton Lodge met Friday evening with large attendance including visiting brethren and Sisters of the Loyal Ivy Lodge. Three candidates were initiated, two proposed for membership, and certificates were presented to P.G.s W. Thompson and J. Turton. Refreshments followed the session.
At a Farmers Union meeting on Saturday the issue of unexpended votes was raised. The President said much money went to surplus, while Mr Grigg warned lapsing occurs if not spent. The Minister for Lands cited lack of funds as the reason works were not undertaken, leaving members puzzled by an analogy to feeding the five thousand.
Team rosters are listed for Excelsior Club and Southern Cross for matches at Springburn and Methven with 11.45 a.m. and 1 p.m. departures from Somerset corner. A police court case reports two first offenders convicted and discharged for drunkenness. Ashburton Borough Council invites tenders for street formation. The army war reflection cites Linesman praising British soldiers and critiquing training and military structure.
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