Irrigation and roads topic dominate Ashburton page
The issue highlights irrigation benefits from Long Beach estate gardens with claims of doubled yields on irrigated plots. It discusses water conservation, tree planting, and a proposed nationwide scheme. Also covered are the Motor Car Reliability Trial starting Christchurch tomorrow, court actions in Turaekina, wheat yields near Ashburton, a musicians conference in Wellington, and a German journalist’s visit to Bluff.
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Longbeach
Canterbury Plains
Rakaii
Rangitata
Green Street
Ashburton Forks
Madame Loman to Sing in Ashburton Concerts
Vocalist Madame Loman arrives in New Zealand for a tour under Herr Benno Sasek. A full concert company supports her with Eric Anders, Herbert Bloy, and Senerek as pianist and accompanist. Box plan opens tomorrow. concert set for Oldfoliaway Hall on January 1.
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Madame Alida Loman
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Madame Loman
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Herbert Bloy
Herr Senerek
Dresden
Oldfoliaway Hall
Bicycle stock expanded with Royal Enfield and other makes
Mr R. Johnston announces a further stock of high grade bicycles including Royal Enfield Budge Whitworth B S A and New Hudson machines. Purchasers are invited to view the new stock and consider the quality on offer.
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R. 1. Johnston
Royal Enfield
Budge- Whitworth
Hudson
Ashburton School Gardens Competition Winners Named
The Ashburton prize judges commend garden improvements in the annual school garden contest. Awards list prizes for three classes with Ashburton Bushside Longbeach and Winchmore among top finishers. Examiners suggest December 1st entry close for next year to allow judges before holidays.
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Coldstream
Ashburton
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Longbeach
Ashburton Winchmore
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Messrs
D. Wood
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Melbourne match ends in a draw between M C C and Victoria eleven
In Melbourne on December 24 the match resumed in fine weather with Armstrong active at 59 and Yarrant top scoring. Victoria posted 488 in their first innings while England’s 508 set the scene for a drawn game as bowlers Campbell and Rhodes led the attack.
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Eddy offers million to found Christian Science institution
The New York dispatch reports Mrs Eddy offers to found a Christian Science institute to aid the poor and humanity at a cost of one million dollars. Other items note a customs official threatening Canadian farmers, uncharted Philippine islands, an obituary for Professor Janssen, and various global updates.
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Canterbury v Otago ends with Otago trail in low first innings total
Canterbury pressed Otago in Christchurch as Otago’s innings collapsed to 91 after Canterbury declared 210. Canterbury then posted 239 in their second innings, leaving Otago at 5 for 1 at close. Key figures include A Fisher and A Downes leading bowling for Canterbury.
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Ginnell in disguise confronts cattle-drivers at Kilmainham
Irish Affairs report that Mr Ginnell disguised himself to address cattle-drivers freed from Kilmainham gaol at Killcannon. He warned police of bloodshed if arrested, promised to surrender, then resumed his disguise and escaped, later captured at Beullinger and sent to Kilmainham.
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Hedmond and O'Brien Reach Reunited Stand on Home Rule
London report says Hedmond and O'Brien sections have reunited and agreed to work with English parties to seek practical improvements while continuing efforts toward Home Rule.
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Hedmond
O’brien
British politics aid reshuffle looms in Lords
The Daily Express reports Sir Henry Campbell-Bannerman and Mr Herbert Gladstone will join the House of Lords late January. Campbell-Bannerman becomes Lord Privy Seal succeeding the Marquis of Ripon, who retires. Government to realign with Asquith at Treasury and Lloyd George as Chancellor. Churchill to head the Board of Trade. Burns Home Affairs. Farquhart Local Government. Master of Elibank First Commissioner of Works.
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Daily Express
Henry Campbell-Bannerman
Herbert Gladstone
House of Lords
Marquis of Ripon
Lyttelton Urges Pension Policy Pending Commission Report
In Coatbridge the Hon A Lyttelton said old age pensions could not be tackled until the Poor Laws Commission reports. He warned it would be political crime for the State to foster reliance on the thrifty by allowing decline and vice. He endorsed tariff reform to promote imperial unity and economic security.
Melbourne artist links Druce portraits to the fifth Duke
Melbourne artist Mr Dancy reports that portraits of the fifth Duke and T. C. Druce resemble each other. He notes the right hand forefinger in both images appears deformed with no bend at the middle joint, making the finger unusually long. The observation suggests a possible same person, and the note has been sent to London.
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Dancy
Druce
Fifth Duke
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London
Shed erection near Druce’s grave amid safety lighting
A shed is being erected in front of Druce’s grave and is illuminated with electricity as a precaution against tampering. The setup aims to deter interference and preserve the grave site.
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London
Druce
Collisions In Foreign Waters And New York Docking Mishap
The German steamer Wienfels and the mail steamer Himalaya collided near Port Said and damage is not yet known. The Himalaya proceeded to Port Said for inspection while the Mauretania broke from moorings in New York harbour, damaging her bows.
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Bloodshed in Chili as Iquique Strikers Clash
State Department reports a clash between Chilean troops and nitrate strikers at Tourque. Troops used machine guns, killing 20 workers. The violence highlights escalating tensions in the nitrate districts and prompts international concern.
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State Department
Tourque
The Great Cough Cure for Store Shelves
A bold claim outlines a new remedy dubbed The Great Cough Cure as a world changing product promising unmatched relief. The pitch targets retailers and consumers seeking a legendary remedy, urging immediate stocking and wide distribution endorsements.
Unclear OCR Item From Abbey Coupon Exchange
The fragment notes an Abbey distribution and unclaimed items. It mentions Tin returned in exchange for coupons at a distribution point, but details are incomplete and names or dates are missing.
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Bovereigna
Bambaata's son testifies at Dinizalu trial in Durban
The thirteen year old son of Bambaata appears as the first witness in Dini gula's trial. He recounts events after the native outbreak in 1806 when Bambaata visited Usitu Kreal and faced accusations of cowardice for not fighting whites. His wife describes warnings and gifts of arms to begin resistance. In London, Jellicoe protests Elgin over differing treatment of his client.
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Natal Demobilises Troops Amid Government Vacillation
The Natal Government announces immediate troop demobilisation and denies plans to arrest Silwane, while the government’s vacillation unsettles the region and citizens question the move.
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Natal government pardons 295 rebels after 1906 insurrection
Natal Government releases 295 aged rebels in an act of clemency following the 1906 insurrection. General operations in Zululand end, but a composite regiment will stay at Vryheid to quell malcontents.
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France and Germany press calls for stronger artillery
Paris papers urge constant vigilance as Germany widens military advantages and French artillery falls short. They demand 240 more batteries for France. Berlin's Gadke notes 1912 issues push for a navy law to build four battleships yearly, while extremists push for six.
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Berlin Court Scandals Trial of Harden Ends in Acquittal
Berlin December 24 The court acquitted Herr Harden in the libel case against Count von Moltke. The judge said the editor’s insinuations were libellous but not proven punishable, citing testimony from Moltke’s ex wife, his son, and Dr Hirschfeld as insufficient to prove actual offenses. Public opinion favors Moltke though sympathy grows for the disgraced aristocrat among thoughtful readers.
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Murder Charge After Employer Slashed at Coolong
In Melbourne on December 25, the man named Chappel allegedly struck his employer a contractor at Coolong with a rip saw, slashing the back of his neck. Beach fled but Chappel began to saw the neck, then paused saying I’m sorry. He was arrested. Beach is recovering. It is supposed the accused suffered sudden aberration.
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Turakina
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Secretary of Education
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Coolong
Melbourne
Denniston Coal Miners Face Limited Shift Output
In Westport on December 24 the Denniston mine reports only one shift active due to holiday absences. Management may keep operation as is until legal breach proceedings by the Labour Department or higher court action are pursued. Trades and Labour Council Secretary Rosser says a telegram notes potential appeal against Judge Sims's bank-to-bank clause ruling.
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Rheumo praised by Mr John Stevens in Bulls Md article
Mr John Stevens of Bulls Maryland or Manawatu writes about a severe rheumatic attack and endorses Rheumo as highly effective. He reports two bottles nearly exhausted his strength and claims it quickly cures rheumatism gout sciatica lumbago and related diseases. Available from chemists and stores at 2s 6d or 4s a bottle.
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