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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Dec 03, 1915
Page
6
The document signed for Great Britain was ratified by Parliament but publicly recognized with modifications by Order in Council. In London on December 2 a miners conference asserted government propriety in the war effort and urged unity to overcome wartime difficulties.
The Daily News reports a meeting presided by Lord Girs Heresford to found a National party led by Sir Edward Carson. Members from both Commons sides were approached. Sir Henry Dalziel and Sir A. B. Markham are noted as supporters.
Lord Landsdowne told the House of Lords the Government would study the Appeal Court judgment in the Continental Tyre case and act before war's end to strip companies with majority foreign shares of English company status. Lord Halsbury introduced a bill targeting enemy companies trading in the United Kingdom.
The Daily Mail reports that it is understood the Cabinet has decided to extend the life of Parliament until January.
The Press Bureau reports khaki armlets will be issued to non coms and men of the Regular and Territorial Forces medically discharged since the war began. Five thousand Rhondda miners in South Wales strike over non unionist employment.
Geneva reports Vienna saw resignations of Interior Commerce and Finance ministers. Prince Hohemlohe Schiling-Fuerst named Interior Minister amid crisis. Parliament has not met since war began, fueling speculation on Kaiser's visit and future of Serbian territory.
Report from Vienna states Baron Bittervonlah governor of the Forestell Savings Bank is the new Minister of Finance and Dr von Spitz muller becomes Minister of Commerce in the Austrian cabinet.
London December 2 The Morning Post Hungarian correspondent reports Austrian peace aims are unlikely. The Kaiser's visit is thought to aim at an Austro German tariff union opposed by three retiring ministers. Resignations suggest Germany’s growing control over internal Austrian affairs with new ministers leaning German.
London reports December 1 that Moscow cloth manufacturers rely on the war loan to fund efforts, outlining their stance and potential impact on procurement and exports amid wartime demands.
The report states that parties have agreed to subscribe 100 million pounds, equal to one tenth of the capital of the Russian war loan, indicating a major financing commitment amid ongoing conflict.
In the House of Commons Mr Tennant stated that 32 000 British soldiers and 1 050 naval men were prisoners in Germany.
London December 1 German officers bound for the Turkish army to attack Egypt have passed through Sofia. It is stated that no Germans will be employed in the Egyptian expedition excepting the officers commanding the forces.
London dispatch reports a French Army order re-engaging Corporal Burogne aged 76 who served in 1870 for the duration of the war. He insisted on going to the front as a sapper and did not feel the strain of the work.
New York reports a sharp fall in German currency over two days with the four mark piece quoted at 7.92 dollars. The rate had stood at 84 cents prior to the Serbian campaign impacting exchange rates.
Rotterdam December 1 reports railways in the west and south of Germany congested due to troop movements and eastward redeployments. The Swiss frontier is reportedly closed and entry to Germany is restricted even for its own citizens.
From Copenhagen dated December 1 the report says Germany is revolutionising aircraft production from light fighting craft to heavy armed biplanes. A giant battle aeroplane with immense carrying power, bombs, guns and wireless gear is under construction with three times the speed of the Albatross and a bridge for the pilot.
Report notes ample law enforcement surrounding the headquarters area with enough officers to equip both camps, signaling heightened security and readiness.
Lieutenant Colonel Rhodes reports on gifts and letters for New Zealand troops from Alexandria. He notes damaged parcels, lost mail in shelling, torn addresses, and packing issues. He cites casualties and hospital-ship routing complicating records.
The Minister of Internal Affairs acts as administrator of the war funds to press for immediate accounting of carnival queen committee funds. Reports state Wellington Patriotic Committee seeks names of officers and treasurers from committees that have not yet accounted. Earlier requests were verbal and then by letter with no reply received. Steps are being discussed with government colleagues to enforce payment.
In Copenhagen on December 2 socialists urged the Reichstag to approve 200 million marks to aid the poor and to raise soldiers and non commissioned officers pay by 50 percent.
The New York Times reports Germany has ordered 200 million pounds of copper for delivery after the war, with London dated December 1. The move signals postwar supply planning amid ongoing conflict.
Amsterdam dispatch reports the Berlin Press quoting the German General Staff that Germans as Christians will undertake humanitarian relief for the Armenians.
A wartime appeal by Bertie C. Jack urges a young man to enlist, invoking duty to King and land, Belgian suffering, and the call to defend homeland. It frames sacrifice for freedom, country, and victorious peace, questioning inaction.
Auckland reports completion of its Eleventh Reinforcements quota with 602 men on December 1 and a surplus of 480 to form the Twelfth Reinforcements. The enlistment includes 413 infantrymen 6 mounted men and 89 in other branches. Last three days registrations total 69 men.
Report from Wellington notes complaints about temporary Maymorn camp and calls for local camps in Auckland Canterbury and other centers. Observers say expert advice warns against long confinement while large sums have been spent, with reinforcements shifting to camps at Fairme rston North Weilding and Canterbury awaits action to relieve anxiety.
An advertising notice extols Baxter's Lung Preserver as an effective cough and cold remedy. It praises its soothing effect on inflamed bronchial passages and claims it boosts overall health. Also promotes Waronul Coal as a clean burning fuel with no sulfur or stones at the same price as inferior coal.
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