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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Dec 07, 1912
Page
6
All IRISH LINEN bedcovers offered direct from the workers in Shamrock Rose and Thistle and conventional designs. Sizes include 80x100 and 90x100 inches. Prices shown as 22/6 27/6 37/6 45- 50- with terms cash with order and money back if not approved. Send a sample order at once.
A House of Commons inquiry into frozen meat distribution is urged after reports of dirty floors and long waits in stations. The Guardian editor recalls 19th century critiques of Liverpool Glasgow meat handling, urging government action alongside Home authorities to reform agriculture and pastoral industries.
A Dunedin reporter observed a two horse wagon carrying about 90 slaughtered pigs with no covering as it moved through Rattray Street. The sight highlighted hygiene concerns and raised questions about meat handling while efforts to expand export of meat continue.
A New Zealand visitor rejects talk of British decline, praising England’s vigor and leading trade. He cites strong cotton industry, shipping activity, and superior quality, arguing Brits beat Germans and Americans in commerce through honesty and thoroughness.
A column reflects on humane values from Theatre notes and Shakespeare, then shifts to a broader appeal that solving national problems must start with addressing countrywide issues, urging urgent collective action. The piece ties literary wisdom to public policy and civic duty.
A letter from Ashburton questions doctors' fees under the Insurance Act and defends unqualified practitioners. The writer mocks medical authorities and suggests relying on nonprofessional healers to challenge what is called a monopoly. The correspondence criticizes professional bias and defends competition.
Adjutant Sharp of the Salvation Army began a fundraising drive in Oamaru for a General Booth Memorial. Timaru contributed a strong start with a £100 gift, eight gifts of £25 each, and nearly £400 in total from the town.
A 105 percent long bridge owned by the State Coal Mines and controlled by Deller County Council was mysteriously blown up and destroyed. Police investigate the incident as officials seek answers.
Wellington reports John Thomas Hopkins dies after fall in a steamer hold. Christchurch inquest finds Albert Edward Salter suicide by hanging while sane. John Wiseman Gray dies from fumes in a vat at Union Brewery, accidental death. Timaru man B Lyons seriously injured after falling from a bridge on the express train. injuries likely internal. Invercargill woman Conroi dies suddenly at Makarewa doorstep, heart disease suspected.
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