Rugby unions seven a side tournament faces delays
Rugby unions seven a side event finished late due to a rule forcing extra five minute spells after no score in ten minutes. Matches extended into darkness, with Timaru style force-down rule suggested to save time. Marists Ashburton final played in gloom. Old Boys A won senior bracket. schools yielded solid displays.
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Rakaina
Rakaia
Methven
Ashburton Athletic Club boxing tournament set for September
The Ashburton Athletic Club prepares its next boxing event for September 17 featuring novice and open classes. About 120 new aspirants will compete alongside popular local boxers, as the club aims to shorten the programme after recent lengthy shows.
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Ashurton
SOCCER IN ASHBURTON AND WANDERERS RALLY
A Christchurch Star report recounts Ashburton soccer as Wanderers meet Christchurch Rangers before about 1500 spectators on the Oval. The Ashburton eleven showed early lack of practice yet promise, with wing forwards Anderson praised while centre forward and centre half underwhelmed. Backs and keeper bore the load amid an injured knee hampering the keeper. Enthusiasm for Ashburton soccer remains high.
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Inventor Friese Greene Dies After Struggle in Motion Picture Quest
The life of Friese Greene, inventor of motion pictures, ends after years of debt and hardship. He developed first moving images and celluloid film but received little recognition, dying at a Brighton home amid poverty and appeals for industry unity.
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Supreme Court of the United States
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Imne
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Dr Morse's Indian Root Pills Praised by Mrs Pratley
A reader from Sawyer's Bay testifies to marked relief from constipation after trying Dr Morse's Indian Root Pills while still recovering from hospitalization. She reports family members also benefit and recommends the remedy.
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Dr. Morse
British Hood class battleship cost estimates explored
The British Naval Estimates discuss four Hood type battle cruisers with improved armament and protection. Analysts estimate each ship around 10 to 12 million pounds, but likely nearer 7.3 million based on 170 pounds per ton, totaling about 29.24 million for four, with Asquith citing 30 million in debate.
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Club plans two teams in CFA senior competitions
Officials state the club intends a strenuous endeavour to enter two teams in the CFA senior competitions next season. The plan reflects ambitions to expand participation and raise competitive presence in regional football.
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