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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Dec 30, 1901
Page
2
Notices indicate mail closings for Northern Forts and Westport on Monday December 30 at 6 30 pm and Tuesday December 30 at 6 80 pm, with alterations by Toruwera and Retomahans.
A small turnout at the usual sale today with cattle entries showing steers around 4 pounds per head and cows up to 24 pounds. dairy cows priced at 2 pounds 10s, 5 pounds to 6 pounds 10s. Sheep entries limited and keen bidding with fat sheep trading near 10s and lambs across breeds from 12s to 163s per head.
Mr Henry Stephenson reports strong turnout at his weekly sale on Saturday with a large entry of pigs and poultry. Prices for pigs showed slight gains over prior rates with suckers 4 3 to 6 8 3 weners 7 a co 9 5, porkers 2 6 0, baconers 4 3 s. Fowls 4 dollars, 2 a to 39, ducks 3 5 6 d, geese 4 s 6 d and 5 s 6 d, turkeys 1 4 3 per pair. Potatoes id per lb, peas 6 d per peck, meat chick 9 s 6 d to 10 6 d per sack.
The Stahburton Guardian argues discipline is the key edge for colonial contingents in the Transvaal conflict. It notes colonials show physical strength and intelligence yet struggle with obedience, especially those from larrikin classes. It urges improved drill and parental authority respect to make New Zealanders the Empire’s finest soldiers.
An earthquake stirs fear among the bravest and strongest, while those who seek saints aid endure long. The text praises endurance before nature’s laws and hints at remedies or products—Great Peppermint Cure? for babies and a smoking Venus.
Local and General sections cover weather signals in North to west movement, bakers raising loaf prices from January 1 1902, obituaries for Mr JW Thomas Amberley, and results from the New Zealand Wheel Race won by A Watson of Wanganui in record time. Also reports on visitors Professor A Yeim Dr Handhausen and Dr Fackett, Major Steward’s travel, athletics at Oamaru, Old Men's Home progress, angling reports from Rakaia and Ashburton rivers, and a dairy factory prospect with land suitable for grazing in nearby districts.
News in Brief states The Achburton Drapery Company offers the balance of their toys at special New Year prices over the holiday period.
At Elensue Racecourse on December 28 Weurar Hanpicar Sparkling Water Matozos Scotty 3 won by a length. Dividends listed in pounds and shillings. Pony Hanpicar Lady Avon Ozanga Blue Gladys Rose Won oy four lengths. Waltemata Hanpioar Mara Goldens Rose Haydn Lod all the way.
Daily list of declareds for Methvan races on New Year’s Day includes numerous handicaps with weights such as Berin 9.0, U'Aban 9th, All Safets 10st 7b, Barney 10 2b, Artilleryman 9ab 10b, and Jack Nimble 4sec. The entry field features ponies and horses like Phaon Irish Girl Morawli and Simple Harry among many others in a large turnout.
Advertisement urging purchase of Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy for bowel complaints. Claims it is the raat auccessig medicine and essential for families, available at Ashburton Drug Co.
Reports confirm the death of Sir Neal Paton the renowned painter aged 80. The dispatch also notes Italy and Russia signing a draft commercial treaty and Marconi expanding wireless stations at Cape Cod and Cape Breton. London reports six hundred smallpox patients and an edict abolishing gold laced attire.
A German squadron including the Vineta Falke Moltke and Stein arrives at Puerto Cabello. Reports say the commander bears an ultimatum to Venezuela. President Casro seizes property of a rebel leader. the property is traded to a Frenchman who backs the French party.
General Bruce Hamilton surprised Pretorius's forces killing one and capturing fifteen. Mounted Rifles engaged six Boers on successive ridges. Boers attacked a camp at night, killing officers and taking prisoners. Major Williams and Major Haag led efforts. 1200 men under De Wet faced heavy losses. Captain Russell reports Lieutenant ReeseH dies after wounds. Holland Cable confirms.
A large Boloraan force attacked an American detachment at Samar in the Philippines. Seven Americans were killed and seven wounded in the engagement reported by United Preach Association By Electric News.
An advertisement touts the Great Canadian Seaweed Cure as a scientific natural remedy for rhenthatic gout. It claims many successes and urges trial, alongside a worm treatment product called Wade's Worm Bags, sold at a new venue.
A Glasgow contributor reviews health advice from The Athlete on preserving body and mind. He cites moderation, abstinence from alcohol, and diet, noting studies comparing Temperance and Foresters societies, plus examples from athletes and trainers advocating total abstinence for peak performance.
A quoted passage laments wandering stars wasting youth in libertine excess. It argues such life is unsustainable as fuel is wasted, machinery wears out, and both body and mind endure relentless strain, while the soul seeks escape from tormenting thoughts.
In Bendigo on December 29 the match ended in a draw. Bendigo first innings 296 with De Kavia 41 and Sarvaen 25 leading the scoring. England replied softly in their first innings, reaching 204 for 6 with Tyldesley 74 and Jones 35 contributing, while Quaife fell short at 25 and Gann 29.
Victoria and New South Wales match details show Victoria closing at 306 with arcantesig 137 and Baundere out for 3 in extras. New South Wales second innings folded at 231 with Iredale 23 Trumper 19 Gregory 0 Howell 27 Nabie 26 Deft 51 Gregory 10 Kalty 4 Hopkton 42 Clarks 24 and McBeth out with 6 extras 9.
Glorious weather capped the Canterbury Otago match as Canterbury second innings fell short. Callaway 46 and Lawrence 36 led a late stand, Garrard 9 not out, total 186. Otago’s Dolones took 3 for 78, Monks 6 for 67. Hawke's Bay visitors batted after, with Albert Troto displaying hard hitting.
Cyclists Lewie, Middleton and Katt led the wheel race with times around four minutes. In the scratch events Morgan and Sutherland posted strong marks in the one and five mile races. The report lists multiple riders and fading spellings from the telegraph style summary.
The Naw Zealand Wheel Race meeting at Lan caster Park faced gusty winds and two serious accidents. Campbell and Baio were injured but improving. results included multiple heats with riders from Watron, Sooke, Huston, Bain, and others, noting fast times and close finishes.
Monday flag raising at Blderton drew many schoolchildren and guests. Mr McLsohlsn MAR, Mrs Grigg, Mr Cullen and others attended as the flag was raised, speeches praised patriotism, refreshments followed, and a group photo was taken.
The product Waons Worm Figs is described as highly effective and likable for children. Claims highlight positive outcomes and ease of use, with no unpleasant experiences reported during use.
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