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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Dec 09, 1913
Page
6
A historical reflection on early 20th century sea disappearances, noting how radio telegraphy later illuminates fate of missing ships. References to the Naronic, Huronian, der Grosse, and Carmania describe fogs, wind, and ice and how wireless queries altered replies and routes.
The Waratah disaster of 1900 remains unsolved with long searches for the missing ship and 200 passengers. Some suggest wireless could have aided a timely rescue or explanation of the vessel’s disappearance.
The article traces wireless radio’s rise from early coast service to transoceanic use. It notes 1900 ship fittings, 1902 Philadelphia distance tests, and 1909 Republic Florence collision rescue, highlighting wireless as a safety necessity for ocean travel.
Report notes antivifiations formed in 1909 resurfaced with the Titanic and Volturno disasters. It cites at least 10 ships in the scene, illustrating radio telegraphy’s reach on the sea. It recalls Delhi wreck and Duke of Fife passengers aided by assistance from afar to a dangerous coast.
A fragmented text presents an Elbert Hubbard quote about success as a state of mind and self respect. It combines lines on troubles, laughter, self pursuit, and patience, though garbled and incomplete. The piece centers on personal mindset and restraint.
An odd collage of quotes and jokes toys with belief and storytelling. A girl questions fairy tales while pursuing new ideas as the crowd debates actors critics and a playful pupil asks about Noah and the arc light.
The Ashburton Borough Council Library Committee recommended applying to Andrew Carnegie for a free grant of 2500 pounds for a library building. The council would provide a site and maintain the library with 125 pounds annually, funded from revenue or a special rate.
At the Ashburton Borough Council meeting last evening, Dr Hefford proposed the council attend church as a body once a year, rotating churches. The Mayor named Rev W J Elliott’s church first, but debates and amendments followed until the group agreed to attend Baring Square Church without a formal vote.
The Ashburton Borough Council met with Mayor H. Davis and eight councillors present. Overdrafts total £6,268 14s 2d. revenue since last meeting £357 6d with rents £174 2d and rates £167 18s 6d. The council debated Craddock and Co’s claim on surplus funds and approved £10 of the surplus to Craddock’s position. Reports from the Fire Brigade, general works, dog collar contract, and poundkeeper applications were discussed. rates overdue to be pursued and accounts totaling £581 13s 6d were approved.
At a Domain Board meeting a letter from the Ashburton Sports Association offered to take over the Domain sports grounds for 115 pounds if affiliated clubs join. The matter was sent to the Domain Committee for a report at the next meeting. A closing day for January was granted and the Curator's monthly report approved.
The Chairman reported a bank credit balance of £42 10s 7d. Revenues since the last meeting totaled £20 2s 6d with burial fees of £11 10s and plot sales of £8 12s. Accounts amounting to £13 9s 10d were recorded.
Wellington December records show Mr W G Riddell reserved decision on three charges against Margaret McIntosh licensee of the Royal Piger Hotel near Buckle Street Barracks. The charges allege keeping premises open for liquor when closed and selling liquor during a fire. A barmaid was charged with supplying. McIntosh defended that there was no evidence of expected tumult near the hotel.
The advertisement promotes Hean's Haeshee cough mixture from chemists or stores. It claims simple preparation with water and sweetening yields a superior remedy and highlights potential savings of nine shillings.
The label invites the public to view the second shipment of Tweeds and Worsteds for the season at The Fashionable Tailor and Outfitter. Burnett Street, Ashburton.
Jdersons advertise value for money at The Arcade Clothing with barge stock of ready to wear box suits in latest patterns. Christmas suit orders still being booked.
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