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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Aug 27, 1913
Page
2
The Conciliation Council in Christchurch considered the Christ church Retail Drapers Assisting Union demands. Employers and union reps debated exemptions, apprenticeship terms, holidays, and wage scales with several clauses deferred for later decision.
A patent covers any novel and useful idea that shows ingenuity or invention. The sample from Henry Hughes Ltd invites requests for the book Advice to Inventors and provides contact details in London.
At a special Christ church meeting the Tinsmiths and Sheet metal Workers Union voted to affiliate with the United Federation of Labour and the Social Democratic Party. The Christchurch Unity Committee formed the Christchurch Central Branch of the Social Democratic Party, collected fees, and planned a deputation to Wellington for a Charter and to urge United Labour Party branches to form SDP branches.
Three girls aged eight ten and eleven appeared in Christchurch Juvenile Court before Mr BH Bishop SM unable to support themselves though clean and well cared for. Grandmother claims to care for them while father deserted mother died and grandfather drinks. Judge orders commitment to Christchurch Receiving Home and tasks police to locate liable relatives under the Destitute Persons Act.
Central Committee of the Women’s League for Bible in State Schools Canterbury and Westland provinces met in Christchurch. A unanimous resolution urged referendum by the whole people on the proposal, with 14 087 women signing for a legalised public vote and funding.
Canterbury College reaches an agreement with Royal Holloway College Surrey to nominate a female student each year for a scholarship. The scheme provides £50 a year for three years plus funds for examination fees and living expenses, with conditions mirroring Holloway founders’ and entrance scholarships.
Describes tailoring as a refined art that enhances the wearer's appearance and fits with scientific construction for maximum comfort and style. Highlights the need for skilled workmanship and thoughtful design in clothing creation.
An advertisement touts an excellent range of Ready-to-Wear Tailor-cut suits with perfect fitting starting from 50. The copy emphasizes quality and value in formal attire options.
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