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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Dec 16, 1908
Page
4
In Ashburton the licensing question sparks varied opinions among electors, with a noted tilt toward the ladies. Stephen Madden, praised for catering needs, books Christmas cakes puddings and seasonal novelties, promising the best quality. Madden advertises as high-class confectioner and caterer.
F W Chatterton president of the No License Revenue Gisborne defends the league against claims that trade figures were misrepresented. He states no figures from the No-License League were proved incorrect or withdrawn, despite efforts to discredit them.
Anniversary services at Waterton Methodist Church were led by Mr Blair of Ashburton with two sermons and hymns. A postponed social drew a large crowd, with Miss Watson at the organ and Rev C H Standage presiding. Proceeds totaled £4 198 ad, after refreshments, with brief remarks on pew and pulpit preparations.
The case of Jeffries a Geraldine candidate against Cowper Lashlie secretary of the Geraldine No license League was heard at Temuka before Mr C A Wray S M. The magistrate dismissed the charge finding the statements not proven to be untrue or defamatory.
A fire broke out at Dr. J. F. Hayes's Private Hospital in Temuka shortly after 8 am on Tuesday. No patients were present, only Nurse Storey, her daughter Laurel, and Master Storey. The structure suffered minor damage as the fire brigade saved most of the wing and operating room. The cause is unknown. both Nurse Storey and Dr. Hayes faced heavy losses as they escaped in night clothes.
In Wanganui on December 15 Webb defeats favorite Arnst to claim the sculling championship, despite early local surge and high public interest. The race ends in a heavy rain shower with Arnst gaining a clear lead and Webb unable to close the gap as Arnst finishes about seven lengths ahead.
In Invercargill a woman identified as Maud Buchanan fired six shots at a moving party, hitting Vera McKay in the arm but not seriously injuring her. Buchanan, caretaker of the McKays’ house, was arrested and remanded on an attempted murder charge amid claims of long standing estrangement and alleged nervous instability.
General Sir Tan Hamilton defines red tape as a blunt name for the system governing Army operations. He notes sureties in business like conduct, warns that excess red tape could push the Army toward bankruptcy, and praises soldiers for their generally disciplined conduct despite the burden of procedure.
Whelch said the result shocked him noting Webb appeared tired and undertrained at the start. He doubted Webb could have won even if fit, while Arnst might have shaved seconds off Stanbury’s 19min 47sec if pushed. Judge Cummins called it a six length win but remained uncertain.
Sydney reports show Arnst’s victory warmly received with strong support from aquatic authorities and Canterbury fans. Webb, arriving at Aramoho, called the race fast and conceded Arnst led early then held a half length advantage. He praised Arnst’s pace and noted his own strong effort.
A warning against inferior extracts of eucalyptus product. The Genuine Sanders and Sons Pure Volatilist Eucalyptus Extract is urged as safe and effective, proven by experts in Victoria's Supreme Court over 35 years. Beware of deceptive imitations sold as just as good.
At Carterton a charge against the Club Hotel licensee for permitting drunkenness raised a point about the licensee being a widow holding a permit signed by a Stipendiary Magistrate rather than by five Licensing Committee members as required. Counsel argued authorization issues pending letters of administration. The case was dismissed and the hotel's license status remains uncertain.
Henry Robertz chief officer of the ocean liner Maori was fined £3 and costs after being found to have assaulted seaman Bolan who had gone ashore to consult the Shipping Master about his work The officer seized Bolan from behind and pummelled him the evidence showing assault while the defendant claimed he acted after being attacked first.
Christchurch December 15 The executive of the New Zealand Sports Federation reads letters from the New Zealand Athletic Union and the Southland Caledonian Society regarding a settlement offer. The Union accepts the offer while the Society refuses. The executive, after exhausting all means, decides to request the Society’s disqualification General throughout the dominion and to forward the decision and case to all affiliated bodies.
In Wellington in December an appointment was announced naming Dr C M Dawson of Woodville as the medical officer for the Cook Trnds.
George Davies of 178 Colombo Street Christchurch offers made to measure suits in several prices with the Keep-Shape front preventing back creep. Cash sales with guaranteed refunds, samples by mail, and a £2 saving for readers ordering after viewing samples.
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