Ford's Mixture praised by Ashburton breeders
In letters from farmers in Ashburton two breeders report strong results using Ford's Scour and Lung-Worm Mixture. E GATES says drenching 3000 lambs cost about nd per head and saved many valuable sheep. T E UPTON notes drenching 450 stud lambs halted losses and improved flock vigor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
FE. Ferriwax
Ashburton
Rerosaph Ward
Joseph Ford
Ford
E. Gates
Peeeman
Joseph Word
Upton
Mail Notices Close for Global Routes in Late December To Early January
The notice lists mail close times for routes including San Francisco Mail to far northern ports and West Coast via Rotemahana with London due date in January, and further closes for Northern Ports Westport to Australian States via Monowai with Sydney due date in January. It covers Samoa Hawaii Philippines Japan United States Canada Europe United Kingdom and South Africa.
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Samoa
Hawaii
Philippines
Japan
United States
Canada
Europe
United Kingdom
San Francisco
London
Northern Porta
Westport
Sydney
South Africa
Monowai
New Zealand Prime Shapp Leads Heady Sydney Market
At Homebush on December 29 a strong line of New Zealand prime sheep and cattle drew buyers. Crossbred wethers sold to 16s 10d, ewes to 16s, beef cattle level to 19 15s, cows up to 10 10s, and best bullocks around £16 with extras to £19 15s.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stpurr
Homebush
New Zealand
Ashburton Grain Prices From The Ashburton Agency
Prices current paid to farmers on trucks at Ashburton include Wheat Tuscan oats Danish Sparrowbills Canadians at various pence and marks for Malting Barley Peas and Grass seed with values ranging from 2s 6d to £4 12s 9d and noted as of December 29th 1002.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ashburton
New Zealand Farmers’ Co-operative Association of Canterbury, Ltd
Road construction reform urged in Ashburton Guardian letter
A letter from E Herring, with comments by David Thomas Bullock and Edward Taylor, argues New Zealand lags in road building. It attacks cheap shingle roads, favors durable materials, and urges a regional conference to pursue a steam road roller and better traffic surfaces for the county.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. Herring
David ‘Thomas
Bullock
Edward Taylor
New Zealand
Australia
Wrones
We Haven
Stresta Apg
Local and General Briefs From Ashburton and Surrounds
News notes report ashburton bread prices changing in 1903. Hugo Friedlander plans longer stay in Europe after health gains. Rakaia yards hold sale on Thursday. Petition to appoint Seddon as governor circulated by Waira rapa natives. Whitcoletts landslip disrupts rail yard area with two thousand tons of earth. cottage destroyed. Counterfeit three penny pieces warned in Dunedin. Standish and Preece photographers advertise under royal patronage in Christchurch.
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Ashburton
Sid
Hugo Farronanper
Hugo Friedlander
Germany
Wairarapa
Fidward
Seddon
New Zealand
Lord Ranfurly
Hailstorm damages crops and wind warnings issued
Reports from the Midlands describe a late hailstorm damaging crops across 800 acres of sats with widespread destruction along the storm path. Strong winds from west to south emerge while daybreak forecasts warn of rising glass and continued gusts.
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Wearner Forsvast
Mdwin
Valetta
Hackthurne
Sats
Primitive Methodist excursion to the beach on New Year’s Day
Mr David Thomas accepts corn sacks axiship and ex store orders. The Primitive Methodist Church plans a New Year’s Day beach trip leaving the church at nine. Mr C Beech of Tancred Street promotes his tea rooms and urges customers to try his birthday and wedding cakes. A London event features Scotch lasses in tartan performing sn waltrosses at refreshment depots with oatmeal offerings including porridge puddings and cakes.
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David Thomas
C. Beech
Tancred Street
London
Willowby Methodist circuit holds quarterly meeting notes
Willowby circuit officials met in the Vestry on Thursday December 26. Rev J D Jory presided with J Williams W Harding W Keppington Joseph Watson Alex McKenzie BE Benbow BR Maxwell J Chapman H W Grayburn Jno Watson and S Hayman present. A balance sheet delay was approved pending full returns. The income is expected to balance expenditures with any shortfall to be covered by congregations at the harvest festival. Circuit stewards W Harding and H W Grdighton elected. J Chapman elected representative to Conference. Sympathy sent to the Warren family. congratulations sent to Mr Frampton on restored health. A combined Willowby circuit effort will clear debts at the harvest festival. Refreshments were served at the end.
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Willowby Methodist Church
J. D. Jory
Thara
Mesars
J. Williams
W. Harding
W. Keppington
Joseph Watson
Alex. McKenzie
BE. Benbow
BR. Maxwell
Chapman
H. W. Grayburn
Jno. Watson
Hayman
Schoors
Christian Endeavour Society
Christchurch
Messrs
H.W. Grdghton
Harding
Mr Warren
Frampton
Willowby
Mesdames Williams
Yarding
Public Concern Over New Year Hoodlum Nuisance
A reader pleads for more police presence along East Belt and Wakanui Road to deter New Year hoodlums firing stones from roofs and threatening safety and property. They note previous year’s attacks during darkness and urge constable patrols on both sides of the belt to deter larrikin activity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
East Belt
Belta
Wakanui Road
Road travel compared home and abroad sparks debate
The writer praises improved local roads and rollers while criticizing speed and roughness of Britain’s rails. He cites experiences from Ashburton and West Riding Councils, notes the rise of electric transit, and contrasts New Zealand travel with English and French systems. He references the County Hall budget and an electrified future.
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E. Taylor
D. Thomas
Ashburton
Svidendé
West Yorkshire
Baxter’s
Great Britain
Messrs
Taylor
Thomas
Travellin
New Zealand
West Riding
Midland Company
Lane
Yorks Company
England
France
Democracy Dramands
Paris
London
Dingey
Hearine
Wake Reid
Hotel de Ville
Woman dies in Wilsons Tea Rooms with infant in arms
In INTERPROVINCIAL on December 29 Mrs George, 45, farmer's wife of Stanley Road, dropped dead at Wilson's tea rooms Broadway with a six week old baby in her arms after feeling faint. Doctors Carbery and Scott attended but she died. Reports from nearby towns describe an earthquake with chimney damage and tremors. A Bank of New Zealand manager, Mr Brown, was injured in a bicycle collision near Yemuka. The Lyttelton Harbor Board appointed Cyrus J. R. Williams as engineer at £500 yearly for three years. Amateur athletics rules adopted to govern centres. Toys advertised at Strange's store.
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Tur Maco
Magpie Weila
Wells
Preadeville Wilson
Wellington
Richey
C. Read
Christchurch
McClurg and Anderson
Ashburton
Jenny Beers
Gamara * Mail
New Zealand
Invercargill
Victuallers
Victuallers' Association
Southland
Association
Star of Ashburton Lodge of Druids
Bro. Stock
Dunedin
D.G.P
Hunter
D.G.V.P
Smith
D.G.T
Walker
Saya
Tapanui
Blue Mountains
Clutha
Abr A. Tt
Waddie
Lepperton
New Plymouth
Uing
Taranaki
Waldis
Tan Boye Kigasy Ae Gyerie
Lancaster Park
Rudge-Whitworth
George
Stanley Road
Wilson's Tea Rooms
Broadway
Carbery
Scott
Tinana
Brown
Bank of New Zealand
Yemuka
Curtchurgh
Lyttelton Harbor
Cyrus J. R. Williams
Queensland
N.47
Amateur Athletic Association
Swimming Association
Jewellery Robbery Shocker At Busy Willis Street Shop
Solomon Thompson smashed a large plate glass window at Messra Stewart, Dawson and Co. on Willis Street and Laralton Quay during lunch hour. He grabbed jewellery on display, was seized by passersby, and handed to a constable. The daring theft occurred in a crowded city area.
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United Press Association
Eleatric Telegraph
Ventinatron
Solomon
Thompson
Messra Stewart, Dawson and Co
Willis Street
Laralton Quay
New South Wales Defeats Victoria by 136 Runs
In Newsovent on December 29 NSW secured victory over Victoria by 136 runs. Victoria were all out for 18 in their second innings, with Graham scoring 36, Macalister 387, Stuckey 22, Armstrong 36. Howell claimed 9 wickets for 62.
Arendel Gun Club Boxing Day Match Tests Weather
The Arendel Gun Club held its third Boxing Day shooting amid near constant rain. Despite the conditions many competitors attended and officials arranged a luncheon. after the rain cleared, strong scores emerged in the fast match with Grindill winning a trophy in a three way tie for second in the first sweep.
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Arendel Gun Club
Petrie
RD. Patrie
W. Grindill
J. Reece
T. McLay
J. Ashby
A. Hiby
H. Wiley
A. Wiby
David Frater
J Jenkins
Gen. Jinkins
A. Hiley
Donald Fraser
Seur
Enterprising Mayfield Band Delights Town On Christmas Tour
The new Mayfield band under Bandmaster Ryan and led by Mr James Dellow performed Christmas carols across Mayfield township. They visited Hughes Hinds and Helena districts, receiving generous hospitality from residents and raising over £15 for band funds after six weeks of practice.
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Mayfield
Ryan
Eva
My Ryan
James Dellow
Hinds
Mulligan
Barford
T. Harrison
Austen
Smith
Lismore
Tie
Messiea Dunnett
Oakley
Gallagher
Payne
Foster Irvine
Mavison
Mortrow
Helena
Lismore Christmas Picnic Amid Rain Keeps Spirits High
A Lismore district Christmas celebration faced heavy rain that spoiled outdoor sports. Schoolmaster Mr Smith and his wife were absent due to illness, prompting a pipe presentation by pupils. Tea, prizes, dancing, and late-night songs followed as families adapted to flooded crossings on the Hind River.
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Lismore
Smith
Hinds River
Hinds
Land opened for settlement in Taranaki region
Commissioner J Mackenzie reports vast tracts of land in Upper Mokau and King Country suited for close settlement. Soil is good and well watered with low elevation. Survey work targets opening seven districts with pine, beech, and scrub areas, while officials push Thames Waikato Kawhia openings.
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Nuw
Skeet
Tongaporatu
Papa
French Navy minister blasts Budget Committee over funds
Paris December 28 M Pelletan minister of marine sharply criticises the Chamber of Deputies Budget Committee for giving ten million francs more than requested. He argues the extra money would help finish a Mediterranean arena fast and fund shelter parts in colonies for the navy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
M. Pelletan
Chamber of Deputies
Mediterranean
Waterton Notes Reflect Quiet Festive Season Amid Weather Woes
Holiday greetings mark a subdued Christmas as unseasonable weather disrupts outings and hay harvest. School closed Dec 23 with book presents and sewing prizes. Farmers face stunted hay crops and rare rape harvest. birds devastate early crops. Two local deaths touch the community. memorial service held for Mr Werren by Rev J D Jory at the Wesleyan church.
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J. H. Andrews
Werren
Ashburton
Christchurch
Rotorua
Anaywer
J. D. Jory
Wesleyan
Brother and Sister Poem Excerpt by Gwas W Purnett
A reflective poem urges perseverance through toil and sorrow. It speaks of clouds passing, sun emerging, and life’s cycles as time and fate turn. The speaker comfortingly tells a brother and sister not to grieve for labor or loss, promising renewal and beauty after hardship. Canterbury Times.
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GEC. Meddins
the People’s Tronmonger
Atlas
Shacklock
Orion
Hepburn
Davey
X - Burnett
Santa Claus
Jones
H. M
H. M. Jones
Zealandia Cycle Works
Atalanta
Asbburton Beanch
Burnett Street
Ghant’s
Gladstone
Clothing Factory
Alex, Hendry
WH. Collins & CO
J. Wilson
Paperhanger
Sagual Mellor
Zealandia
Mellor
Boots & Shoes
Zealandia Boot Store
F. Feeriman
Buccleuch Station
Mount Somers
BR. Freariman
Aveling and Porter
Be, Parriman
Reliabia
H. C. Barrett
Snd
Mast Street
H. Gresham
Aid
Gresham
Dentists
Hay
Thomas’ Auction Rooms
Burnet Street
Borris
Australasia
GEO. W. Wiltgh
Commercial
Sydney Markets
Laynsnit
Varese Association
Cheistchurch
Whitcelitts
Standish
Preece
Prince and Princess of Wales
Studio High Streat
Haroter Bros
Cannon and Co
Tancred Streut
Hitching
Milsom
West Street
Ninson
Japvoy
Stanwan's
Burnett Straet
OYS
Avery
Strange’s
Cricket
N.s.w.v. Victoria
Ongwyn
Per. Presa Association
Flertric . Telegraph
Fletcher Bros
Waterton Notes
Gwas
W. Purnett
Sister Mine
Canterbury Times
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