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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Dec 12, 1913
Page
6
Discussion contrasts Germany Siam and Britain on monarchs paying taxes. It notes the German Emperor might tax income to help the army, Siam’s king offers taxes on property, and Britain preserves sovereign tax exemption as a constitutional principle.
The article lists royal outlays including the Privy Purse at £110,000 and Household allowances at £125,000 with further expenses of £19,000. It notes lavish entertainments and palace upkeep such as lighting Buckingham Palace and window maintenance, plus a long pension list rewarding many servants and retirees.
The King’s personal gifts and vast charity outlays dwarf many fortunes. The Comptroller of the Household oversees annual subscriptions to public and private causes, with the Privy Purse daily aiding relief. Most applicants seek Fortunatus’ purse, yet many requests are declined, while any entertainable case receives generous help.
The article discusses heavy travel expenses for the King and questions whether royal revenue suffices for state duties. It compares incomes of royal heirs, noting the Prince of Wales earns £81,350 from Duchy lands while the German Crown Prince is far wealthier. It estimates Germany’s rulers’ wealth at £30 million and a wartime wealth tax could yield about £800,000 annually.
Reflection on giving peace and happiness as the greatest public benefactors. Quotation from Harriet Beecher Stowe about life returning what we invest. Compares joy to compound interest, suggesting positive deeds yield lasting returns.
Dr W J Mullin and Mrs Mullin return to Ashburton after eight months abroad with stops in Ireland England Scotland and the Continent. He notes growing motor traffic in London a vast underground system and views on Syndicalism and Home Rule. He observes Irish labour and Ulster attitudes and discusses the National Insurance Act and Shakespearean tourism in Stratford upon Avon.
A violent suffragette demonstration in the Strangers' Gallery angered doctors and onlookers. A young man hurled a bag of flour at Prime Minister Asquith during a speech, missing him but causing a brief halt before he was ejected.
In Ashburton magistrates court Andrew Christie testified on a breach of by laws charging F A Cramp with riding a motorcycle over the Ashburton traffic bridge at more than six miles per hour, the defendant lacking appear and a 40s fine plus costs were imposed. John McCann faced a charge for driving a vehicle over a level crossing with a train approaching, pleaded guilty, and was convicted and discharged after the train wreck. Henry Arthur Lloyd obtained a verdict against Cyril Buchanan stock agent of Pahiatua for £3 11s.
In New Zealand a screening of the Waterloo tale at His Majesty's recreates the historic clash. The film follows Wellington and the Iron Duke's troops, with Barrie Marschel guiding the projector through critical moments and accompanying items. The programme promises thrills and patriotic history.
Last evening the Bright Hours Children gave a second entertainment at the Theatre Royal to a satisfactory attendance. The child performers were warmly applauded for their efforts.
The store announces the second shipment of tweed and worsteds for the season. A certificated cutter from London oversees the design, and garments are hand finished by tailors rather than machine operators. Public is invited to inspect the new stock.
Business notice advertises new iron stock of Dunlop Michelin Oceanic and Brittania tyre covers. Prices range from 12s to 17s 6d with free postage. Old stock not accepted.
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