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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Aug 28, 1900
Page
2
Daily trains depart Ashburton for Christchurch at 7 20 am 11 am 5 15 pm and express 75 pm with express service to Timaru 10 56 pm and 6 0 pm. Trains leave Ashburton from Christchurch at 10 45 pm 12 47 pm express and 8 pm to Timaru 10 35 am 2 65 pm Dunedin and 9 45 am Springburn arrival.
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The notice lists closing times and destinations for mails to Northern Ports Australian Colonies via Wellington South Africa Ceylon India China and Europe via Suez plus other routes with specific cutoffs. It notes money orders books and newspapers registered letters ordinary letters deadlines and a London due date of October 3.
Prices from Canterbury Dunedin and Southland share lamb beef and mutton rates with weights and quarters noted. New Zealand beef quoted 180 to 220 pounds per quarter, prime Canterbury lamb and mutton prices listed, while Greek currants rise due to property damage, with provincial quotes at 44s per cwt and May price 14 6d per wr.
The Ashburton Agency of the New Zealand Farmers Co operative Association lists current farm prices dated August 27 1900 for wheat and various grains peas and grass seeds. Prime milling wheat ranges around 2s to 3d per bushel with other cereals and seeds priced in shillings and pence. high quality and inferior grades are shown with price differentials. The figures reflect truck delivery prices paid to farmers at Ashburton.
About 6000 sheep yarded at Tinward Yards today as cattle sales were steadier than before. Farmers and outside buyers were moderate due to weather, with prices listed for stores, wethers, merinos, crossbreds, and dairy cows. the Farmers' Co-op supported higher value lots and several entries sold well.
Parliament debates the Slaughtering and Inspection Bill with strong criticism from some members as the minister seeks committal. Proponents argue for central abattoirs to protect public health, even if small butchers lose some slaughtering autonomy and profits. Compensation is possible where distinct losses occur, but health remains paramount.
Debate cites faults in some slaughterhouses with filthy premises and diseased meat risks. Dr Mason reports on Christchurch facilities while urging state supervision as local bodies fail to enforce cleanliness and safety standards. 1895 Dunedin cases show slaughtered carcases condemned without strong oversight.
The Horicultural Society will hold its annual meeting this evening at Arcade Chambers with hopes for a good turnout. Local indicators show farming activity, lambing outlook, pest reports, and repairs. notable items include the Westport coal output figures, courtesy of Westport Coal Company and Westport Co operative Company, plus weather and livestock concerns across Ashburton and surrounding districts.
August 27 shareholders of the Kaispoi Woollen Manufacturing Company met to adopt the report and balance sheet. Directors reported full plant enlargement complete with sufficient machinery and a record sale year despite wool price rises not fully maintained. Dividends and reserves were declared with £3500 half-year dividend and £2600 to reserve, leaving £997 to carry forward.
A deputation of Ironworkers pressed the Premier to keep and raise the tariff on mining and dredging machinery. They cited large investments and local expertise, while the Premier signaled possible tariff changes and Cabinet review. A candle industry delegation urged retaining a penny duty, seeking free paraffin imports to level competition.
The Sydney Morning Herald reviews the New Zealand Budget and argues that reciprocity with the Commonwealth benefits both states. It says the penny post example could inspire Commonwealth adoption, and that New Zealand’s prosperity enhances Australia’s. It stresses a shared Pacific identity whether united or separate.
A neat Rudge-Whitworth Shyale on display at Mr. D. Ishevon in Burnett Street features square fork crowns and loch pitch roller chain, produced for the Rudge-Whitworth Company. The machine is advertised at 20 guineas. Also noted are five barge vessels in the colony that week—labourer, fruiterer, two farmers, and an unemployed man.
Telegraph dispatches describe Russian forces occupying the Yangtam railway built by the British as Chinese defenders retreat from the Imperial City. Reports confirm about 3000 Chinese killed near the legations, with Admiral Seymour praising French troops for a perilous capture under heavy fire.
The Maponrika escaped damage after grounding on Mabel Island and will dock for overhaul at Port Chalmers. A proposal to move it to Port Chalmere was abandoned and repairs will occur on the patent slip. An unrelated fatal accident aboard the John O’Golod in Liverpool left Sydney Cormack dead after a fall from aloft.
Dispatch from August 27 describes Lord Roberts at Belfast countering Boer lines 25 miles long with entrenched ridges and a high ridge position. General Buller shells reply from seven miles south of Belfast as Kitchener remains at Pretoria. Telegraph notes show Allied commanders coordinating near Delagoa Bay railway and Orange Free State movements.
A local call for electing one representative to the Couxsoil table favors W Andrews and R Clark. Andrews is a repeat candidate with public familiarity. Clark, a long-time Ashburton resident, seeks municipal honors. Supporters praise Clark as reliable and level headed.
Mr Seddon cables Sir W J Lyne proposing joint action to imperial authorities over French aggression in the New Hebrides. Lyne says he has informed Mr Chamberlain and urges stronger communication with imperial authorities.
Three plague cases are reported aboard a French steamer bound for a French port as it passes Constantinople. The incidents prompt health authorities to monitor the vessel and track potential spread through maritime routes.
Bir Wemyss Reid reports that regardless of the General Election result no supporter of the current Government will refuse retirement from office. He notes that if ministers who are weary of their tactics insist on quitting, the government could face a revolutionary change.
Under the Universities Act of 1874 a 20000 acre Opaku reserve in Taranaki was set aside to aid higher education. Victoria College argues revenue should fund universities, while Taranaki authorities want scholarships for local children. A conference backed a bill proposal to the Education Minister. Revenue totals include £2700 yearly and about £5000 accumulated.
Benjamin Gum and Lowen(d)s Cinnamon Cure advertised for coughs colds and chronic coughs. Claims include relief for inflammatory symptoms and rapid action. Bah feelings of consumption bronchitis asthma typhoid fever noted. products sold by Lasaby s Wahoo M P G Co Ltd in Dunedin and others.
Captain Buckley of the Mounted Rifles spoke to his company at ah MaQenneil's on outpost duties using a diagram to illustrate suitable positions and mileages. The muster was light at thirty five. Lieutenants Nicol and Shearman led drill, with musketry under Sergeants Percy and Schwarts, as plans for rifle practice faced logistical hurdles and a shift to a drill shed over the river.
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