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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Dec 03, 1908
Page
2
A Manchester Broadside advertises At Home Tou as a fatigue remedy. It claims the drink rejuvenates tired bodies and is available in a 60 inch bottle, described as pure and effective for thorough fatigue.
The article argues Sir Joseph Ward must appoint two ministers to replace McNab and Hall-Jones and jokes about how the selections will unfold. It notes politics remain stable, with the government holding strong support, and downgrades the affair to a local matter with little national impact.
In Ashburton experts doubt blue roses are achievable but a sensational report from Germany claims a blue rose with color changing blooms may be sold locally. The piece notes a pale blue to steel blue progression, yellow stamens, glossy leaves, and low mildew risk, inviting amateur breeders to pursue the variety.
Reports from the Chariable Aid Board show new Trarangi Home committee members Horrell Harper Friedlander and Wolfe with Horrell as chairman for the year. Various regional notes cover hotel reductions in Dunedin South, the first Dunedin inquest under a new act, and local railway rate readjustments affecting timber imports.
Ashburton rivers remain fishable. At Staveley Hall the Alford Forest Racing Club decided to add a new race to next year’s program with the meeting set for March 7 1909. Also reported are Addington Market sales of wethers and ewes by Ashburton farmers with prices per head and seller names.
A reader warns the Ashburton School Committee to postpone a December picnic to Timaru amid reports of scarlet fever cases there. The writer urges immediate inquiry to prevent spreading the epidemic and cautions against sending children to an infected district.
In Wellington the government replies to protests against a brewery near Ashburton that it will enforce the law. Sir Joseph Ward says a brewery can be legally built but Parliament may be asked to prohibit it if placed on the boundary of the no license area. The Prime Minister warns against defying local will.
Hampstead School Committee met Tuesday evening with W Thompson as chair. The Board of Education agreed to pay 2 pounds 10 shillings toward a concrete ash-bin, and the bin construction was delegated to Messrs Andrews and Strange. A pupil teacher, A P McRae, thanked the committee for leave of absence to attend exams and the committee expressed appreciation for his services. The Excursion Committee reported and the annual excursion was set for February 4 at Wainoni Park. The school holidays were fixed from December 28 to January 25. Merit certificates and infant toys will be given on closing day. The roll was 482 with average attendance 296. Minor matters were referred to the Visiting Committee Ferriman and Hopkins. Accounts totaling 5 pounds 14 shillings 6d were approved, and the meeting adjourned.
Telegraph dispatch from London notes a suspect named Awutin arrested in St. Petersburg on charges of attempting to derail a train carrying the Dowager Empress from Copenhagen on November 20. Also mentions a deadly Vienna panic during Jubilee celebrations injuring sixty.
Tehran reports the Shah's decree abolishing the constitution and disbanding Parliament, placarded publicly. The move is viewed as a test of British and Russian reactions amid ongoing diplomatic pressure.
The Chelmsford by election following Sir F. Rasch’s resignation returns Mr Prettyman with 6142 votes, A. H. Deuce Liberal has 3687.
A Standard correspondent reports heavy influence on the United States Ways and Means Committee to remove duties on hides in the free list for beet manufacture. Manufacturers warn abolition would let them seize control of British markets.
South Australia passes stages a Hill bill for progressive land tax. Owing to funds, no Commonwealth team to Bisley this year. Kauri Timber Company sold to Hudson and Sons of Sydney. The Coronet sails with Holy Ghost and Us members. Victorian Government seen in political shifts as Murray moves to motion of want of confidence.
St Petersburg report says Austria does not object to direct talks with Turkey on Bosnia and Herzegovina provided other powers at the conference may freely discuss. The message notes no objection to a settlement path.
A Buda Peat telegram reports Austria assembling 8000 troops at Raguea trane porte. The dispatch highlights a significant buildup and signals growing military activity in the region.
Dunedin December 2 Mr Barclay seeks a recount before a Stipendiary Magistrate with Mr Selgman retained. Gisborne December 2 Hon J Carroll addresses supporters after Bay of Plenty contest saying the election was fought on straight issues freehold versus leasehold and government policy upheld through second ballots.
Report from Vienna states Emperor Franz Josef, alarmed by Baron von Aerenthal's policy pushed by Archduke Francis Ferdinand, urges a peaceful resolution of tensions with Turkey Serbia and Russia.
A Belgrade telegram reports Austria plans to deploy one hundred thousand additional troops to Bosnia. The message signals heightened military activity in the region and potential implications for nearby powers.
Taipake December 2 Mr R W Smith Rangitikei candidate declines to accept a purse of sovereigns over £200 subscribed and being returned to subscribers. He will be entertained at a banquet shortly when a piece of plate will likely be presented.
The list covers entries across Somerton Handicap Farmers Trot and other stakes for the 16th inst meeting. Notable entries include Thyrsus Verawood Liberator Tom Tit Roscommon Pacific Wallaroo The Orient Somaroff Vanished names appear with multiple horses per event. The document ends with the number 1246.
December 2 in Rome Professor Krisinto sparked discussion by endorsing the government’s foreign policy toward Austria. Signor Burzilai caused a sensation by recalling that under Signor Robiliant Austria had signaled willingness to cede Trantin to Traky if Bosnia and Herzegovina were definitively annexed.
Customs porters and boatmen at Constantinople and Salonika are handling Austrian goods under government pressure, though a popular boycott is expected to continue until Austria resumes negotiations.
The Southern Maori vote tally shows T H W Uru ahead by one vote over Tame Parata with two returns pending from She Neck and Ruapuke. If both candidates finish even, Returning Officer H W Bishop will cast the deciding vote as there is no second ballot in Maori electorates.
Reports from Berlin and St Petersburg indicate Baron Aerenthal's influence is eroding amid boycott fallout and widespread disapproval of his policies.
With eighteen returns still to come, A. T. Ngata appears assured winner in the East Coast Maori race. Current tallies show Ngata with 4136 against Paake 1481 in the Northern District while Hone Heke trails at 1182 and Hare Te Rangi at 888. Western District figures list Henare Kaihau 1902 Pepene Eketone 1397 Te Heu Hen 1140 Heina Te Ao 1088 and To Kahy 480.
Pro-Servian and anti-German clashes in Prague prompted the declaration of martial law as authorities move to restore order.
Mahihi, a Dinimulu wife, testified at Dinizulu's trial that he ordered Maukulumana to summon his regiment for war and urged followers to murder Sir Charles Saunders the Chief Magistrate and Civil Commissioner for Zululand and the late Magistrate at Steinbok.
Webb and Arnst prepare for the world sculling final set for December in two weeks. Both rivals train hard in camp upriver and promise a strong race. Critics favor Webb. Arnst has shown firm finishes and steady full-course spins.
Pretoria reports that eight thousand of ten thousand Indians in the Transvaal have registered. A thousand registration applications were rejected and the remainder will be prosecuted.
The Egyptian Legislative Council unanimously urges the Khedive's government to confer the nation the right of effective participation in the interior administration. The note is dated December 2 and attributed to the Press Association.
The Midlands and East Midlands scored two goals and a try while the Wallabies had one goal. Swinton match postponed as the League was not played due to fog.
France requests Sir Edward Fry act as an arbitrator in the Casablanca dispute with formal note received December 8 at 8.3 a.m. The move positions Fry among potential mediators in the international contention.
A large inland bush fire near Tokomaru Bay destroys two wool sheds owned by Mr Cotterel and Mr Powell. Both sheds contained wool and were consumed by the flames as firefighters battle the blaze.
Thropp sues Ethel Maud Simmons for 150 pounds over alleged misrepresentation in selling Simmons's tea rooms. Evidence discusses takings and missing books. defendant’s fate hinges on financial records. Judgment to be delivered on the next court day.
Reports from rivers in the district say the fishing season is very plentiful this year. Shop at R. D. Johnston for new stock just landed and offered at the lowest prices. Tongariro area.
The Slaughtermen's Union in Auckland resolves the Arbitration Court interpretation on piece workers holidays overtime and Sunday killing as unworthy of a union. It may cancel registration and seek justice by other means. Members are urged to act if employers refuse price workers and holidays, by working or not as they see fit.
Nelson December 3. The Charitable Aid Board rescinded its resolution admitting delirium tremens patients to the hospital and ordered no future admissions. It proposed writing to the Government to refuse treatment and urged a padded cell at the police station. The board blamed police for supply issues and called for a new convalescent home for recovering patients.
Bridget Duggan of South Hillend, eighteen, arrested on a murder charge. The infant’s body was found roadside and medical evidence cites head injury. She was remanded until December 10.
Auckland reports further severe quakes at Wakatane fueling talk of a Whale Island eruption. Professor Thomas notes two possibilities: water reaching hot rocks underground or volcanic steam buildup, suggesting a potential stage of activity along the known volcanic axis and a possible Tarawera-like explosion.
G T Fannin, born in Ireland in 1830, died this morning. An early immigrant to the colony, he arrived in 1864 and settled in the district. He served as Clerk at the Provincial Council’s foundation and later as clerk and treasurer of the County Council for nearly thirty years.
Delegates in Wellington meet to discuss the proposed medical agreement from the British Medical Association Wellington division. The chairman opposes increased remuneration and mileage charges as too harsh. A closed doors discussion is planned to decide on concessions or alternative doctors.
Press Association reports from Sydney describe Murray the runner and Wheleh the sculler returning to the colony. Murray failed to clear hurdles at the Stadium due to falls and lack of form from three weeks in England before the Olympics. Wheleh offered no excuses for his defeat and plans to visit Wanganui to watch the major event, with uncertain future movements and a likely challenge from Fogwell and Arnspacer.
The Motosacochs lightweight motor cycle is showcased at Carson's Tancred Street. The machine is praised for simple working parts, low running costs, and fuel efficiency with over 100 miles per gallon. Enquiries invited.
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