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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Dec 10, 1909
Page
2
For sale a dairy farm comprising 60 acres with a house, verandah, a spacious cow shed and piggery. The stock on the property goes with the purchase. Awaiting an industrious buyer to turn it into immediate profit.
A Wellington essay uses Dr Borghetti to critique trade unionism and individualism amid New Zealand’s politics. It argues much good advice goes unheeded as the city’s streets echo with wisdom crying in vain and only a few absorb it for national progress.
An average of £3 2s per day has been taken at Napier baths since opening, suggesting municipal viability and spurring Ashburton bath promoters. Canterbury telegrams urge abortion of canteens at camps. probate granted in Christchurch for Mary Johnson. administration given for Megson and Kemp estates. Rakaia boating victims still not recovered. Little River beach search yields nothing.
Local Christchurch items note Dr Trevor’s fragile health and friends’ hopes for recovery. Reports mention river pollution in the Rakaia and Rangitata, cattle trade issues in Auckland, and widespread hatless youth in Hawke’s Bay. December holiday shopping and a Hastings floral fete raise funds.
In Wellington on December 10 the No-license party and allied groups discuss potential modifications to the licensing bill. Dr Findlay proposes an irreducible minimum on key points including dominion option timing and local vote effects. After extensive talks, an agreement is published, with the alliance endorsing all but one item and the No-license delegates declining to discuss certain terms. The party supports most points but requests separate ballot papers to avoid forcing unwanted choices.
The Black Family opened a short two night Ashburton season of The Musical All Blacks with mixed attendance. Nellie Black and sister perform multiple instruments and songs, with Bert Black, Elsie, and H Carroll drawing praise for singing, violin, and acting in a varied programme including pictures and comic numbers. The company resumes tonight as audience enjoyment remains high.
In Magisterial Ashburton before Mrs. Day the court entered default judgments for plaintiffs in multiple claims against A W Anderson and partners, totaling small sums. Some cases awarded to defendants without costs. no criminal business occurred.
Police charged John Moss William Norman Bruce and Walter Walsh with creating a breach of the peace at Methven Public Hall on October 20. Bruce faced an indecent language charge later withdrawn. All three defendants pled guilty to the breach and were fined 40s plus costs. Civil cases included J Newman vs J O Sullivan for trap hire and Methven Hall Co Ltd v McLennan over share calls, both default judgments with costs.
The New York Times reports affidavits by Captain Rose and George Dunkle alleging Dr. Cook directed fake nautical and astronomical observations for a polar voyage. Dunkle and Loose allegedly aided by offering help and accepting £800, then disappeared. Desdale, Cook's secretary, has arrived in Copenhagen.
Christchurch December 10. Mr Wilding, interviewed on his return, urged the New Zealand Tennis Association to stage a championship tournament just before the Davis Cup matches at the same site. He proposed Lancaster Park for the cup ties with special courts prepared once a decision is made, allowing visitor participation.
United States tariff discussion and Taft's view on rising costs. Krupp profits for the year at £760,881, down from £924,408. Britain and Germany discuss renewed commercial ties. Eight hours day reduces coal transport to 3600 trucks daily. Burglars seize £1500 from Goswell Road Post Office safe. seven men captured.
Mr George Wyndham tells the Constitutional Club the Budget debate hides a larger question on electoral choice. He argues tariff reform is essential for Empire defence employment and unity, while decrying the Budget as a cobdenite mix with socialistic touches and land tax.
The Revenue Department suggests bankers coupon dealers and agents entrusted with the payment of foreign and colonial dividends should continue to deduct income tax at 1s 2d pending a new Budget. Bankers and others are likely to adopt this recommendation.
Lord Lytton presided over the Women's Social and Political Union meeting in London and condemned militant methods. The Union released a bold manifesto opposing government candidates.
The clipping notes a lack of popular excitement in Britain over the Lords suspending the Budget. It reports no broader public action beyond routine political activity and official channels.
London December 9 The Navy League urges candidates to back a two power naval standard. Lords Camperdown and Kesteven spoke against government policy while Lords Sheffield and Lyveden supported it at election meetings.
Mr Redmond proclaims a historic chance for Ireland not seen in 150 years. He cites Lord Rosebery and Lord Lansdowne arguing the Lords veto stands as the sole obstacle to Home Rule. Clifford releases a manifesto urging passive resistance to abolish the Lords veto.
Mr Will Thorn declares Labour will do its utmost to secure the Government's return, signaling firm party strategy and commitment to electoral aims.
In a late note, Mr Ure claims tariff reform would end old age pensions by leaving pensions underfunded. The article notes Mr Balfour's manifesto is due shortly after receipt recorded as December 10 at 10.80 am.
In a Farmworth speech Mr McKenna, Lord of the Admiralty, argued Lancashire’s stance would steer politics. He warned that a Liberal victory depended on Lancashire’s continued support and reflected on public sentiment shaping England’s future.
Mr Masterman told a Harlesden audience he would back any candidate who could win against the Lords, regardless of party as Liberal Labour or Nationalist.
Secretary of the Navy calls for workshop training in naval yards to ensure a self-sustaining fleet. Senior officers lack required subordinate experience, prompting possible personnel reorganization. More repair stations are planned in the Caribbean and Pacific after the Panama Canal completion. Economy limits new construction to two battleships and a repair ship. World tour supports replacing top dampers with skeleton towers.
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