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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Aug 29, 1913
Page
3
The item touts complete stows and dependable supply for customers who can obtain any required goods at reasonable prices, emphasizing thorough preparation and cost efficiency.
In the Ashburton County Rugby Union Cup final at the Domain grounds Ashburton Reds and Southern Cross Greens played to a 3 3 draw. Fitzgerald scored for Southern Cross after a line out and Daly crossed for Ashburton in the final spell with a disputed offside verdict.
The Ladies' Club entertained visitors in the local hall with extended hospitality. A social was held in the venue, and the event drew appreciation for its warmth and cordiality.
Ashburton Club and Friendly Societies No 9 A clashed last evening with Ashburton edging 640 over 680 for the visitors by 10 points. Top scores included A E Clarke 69 and H Clayton 67.
An advertisement urges Regent Cigarettes as pure and cool and invites readers to write for a Free Gift Catalogue to Repeat Box 331 Wellington offering Forty Free Gifts.
A catalog style listing details many vegetable varieties including beans, broccoli, kale, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, carrots, cucumbers, parsley, pumpkins, leeks, lettuce, onions, parsnips, turnips, tomatoes, and turnip varieties. It also advertises 100 varieties of flowers such as asters, balsam, cosmos, carnations, dahlias, nasturtiums, pansies, sweet peas, verbena, phlox, petunia, and more with novelties in flowers.
Mrs John Forrester has four new songs published by Frederick Harris Company London. The set includes One Day One Throne a patriotic number by J Liddell Kelly Homeward Bound a sea ditty by D M Rogers a lullaby with Arthur Adams lyrics and The Song of the Rose a tender romance. The patriotic piece in E flat ranges from O to E and aims for Empire wide appeal.
The Ellwood children and veteran baritone Mr John Prouse performed at Theatre Royal to strong approval. Polly’s piano work supported the siblings with refined, delicate artistry. Encores by Harry Ellwood and a final bow completed a memorable evening in a musical history note for Ashburton.
The inter Collegiate football tournament began in Wellington with a 14 to 10 victory by Wellington over Wanganui in an opening game. Christ's College is set to meet Wanganui on Saturday.
The Californian Tour notes discussion of correspondence and a telegram about Atkinson’s alleged withdrawal. It was decided Atkinson should keep his place, and a forged withdrawal letter should be sent to the West Coast Union for full investigation. Police to probe authorship of the letter.
The Union invited the South African Union to send a team to visit New Zealand during the 1914 season, marking a diplomatic sports exchange between distant colonies. The proposal aimed to strengthen ties and showcase regional athletic talent amid the era’s maritime routes.
North Otago defeated Waimate 24 to 0 in Oamaru on August 28. Local forwards dominated and six tries were scored with Harrison converting three.
The Ashburton Hockey Association met on Wednesday with Mr James Brown presiding. It discussed tournament matters and decided to arrange a return match with North Canterbury to be played in Christchurch during the second week of September. The ladies final in the medal competition will be held promptly after the High School resumes post vacation. Other routine business was transacted.
Fragmented notice describes Regent cigars with a cheerful tone promising forty free gifts and appealing scents, inviting readers to enjoy a carefree moment with a smoke.
A cinematograph company presents Shylock adapted from Shakespeare at His Majesty's Theatre. The production emphasizes simplicity and strong performances from Parisian actors. Dances of the Ages and O'Hara's Got-child provide contrasting acts, with Pisa and its leaning tower vividly portrayed. Ting Tim's Education and Harnessing a Florse contribute humorous relief.
A match at Hinds yesterday saw Ashburton Ladies beat Hinds Glads 2 1 after a hard fought contest with notable individual play from both sides. Referee Mrs Sarney oversaw the game.
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