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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Dec 30, 1907
Page
3
London December 28 The Daily Express states authoritatively that the assertion of Cabinet changes is baseless.
A Times correspondent argues Mr Haldane’s view suggests overseas dominions would not aid in a major war. The piece contends naval duties are not refused by subjects but caused by British political ineptitude and burden on the United Kingdom.
Melbourne views on Sir John Colomb article cited by Mr Deakin. Colomb’s piece is seen as partisan and his language reflects controversy. Australia did not appeal for imperial funding to expand sea routes.
Advices from Portland state an erroneous report of a Chinese citizen's murder incited 1500 residents to attack the Oriental quarter in Lethbridge Alberta district. Police were powerless until the brigade and mounted police dispersed the rioters.
The Daily Telegraph notes that many veterans of the Indian Mutiny, after recent banquets, came from workhouses and must be rescued and not returned to pauperism. The piece argues the nation should terminate this reproach and care for its veterans.
Australian report from Sydney notes another fatality at Newcastle during a five day spell with extraordinary weather. The recent storm dropped nearly five inches of rain as temperatures plunged from 106 to 46 degrees in 48 hours.
A cable from London announces the death of Mr Ames Helfhan superintendent of the Bank of Australasia formerly with the Bank st Atchland Thames and Christhem The Rev Dr Fison ethnologist and ex Lankan Pattenary is dead The Most Rev Dr Murphy Roman Catholic Archbishop of Tasmania dies at 93 in Melbourne and Sydney notices report several deaths in late December
Cricket in Millbourne on December 28 postponed until Monday due to ground unfitness. Victoria and New South Wales teams affected by the disruption.
Wellington stage a remarkable fightback to 304 and all out in a rain affected Otago Wellington match. Scores show Otago at 196 for six at stumps with key dismissals and bowler Torrance dominant with six wickets.
The Koonya sails this afternoon from Dunedin to tow the Nimrod to Ice district then Port Chalmers. The voyage to Ice district and back is expected to take 22 days, with provisioning for six months in case of emergency. An extra crew of young men joins, supplied with oil clothing and blankets by the Union Company.
A Wellington conference of headmistresses of secondary schools concluded with recommendations for reducing workload and expanding domestic instruction for girls. The proposals, focused on free education regulations, will be submitted to the Minister of Education.
A group of women and children bathing in the Opawa river near the town were swept away. Zita Shaw twelve, Mrs Arthur Farmar thirty seven, and her daughter Rona seventeen died. Rita Shaw and Mrs Shaw perished after heroic attempts to save others. Inquest returns accidental drowning with praise for Mrs Shaw. Other local deaths and injuries follow across Wellington and Dunedin including a suspected natural death, a hospitalised woman in critical condition after a trap accident, and a farm accident fatality.
At Hastings Magistrates Court Charles Hannah a harvester committed for trial on a charge of attempting to discharge a revolver at W Morris a fellow employee at Fernhill Evidence showed Morris wife a cook at the station refused to cook a hot dinner Hannah objected to a cold dinner Morris tried to pull his nose Hannah left then returned with a revolver alleged to have been pointed at Morris but the cartridges were old and it missed re
In Wellington on December 29 Keir Hardie was damaged in a car crash after the Mayor's motor broke down near Johnsonville. He was badly bruised with possible broken ribs and is staying at Mayor Flo Mayor’s residence with Hon. T. W. Hislop.
Ashburton yards held the weekly stock sale amid poor attendance with 8 cattle and 644 sheep yarded. Ewes and sheep ages fetched various prices while 561 store sheep entered with little demand and a few small lines sold. cattle included 4 fat cattle and several other fat stock at modest returns.
Mr John Abbott of New Plymouth writes July 6 1907 praising Rheumo as a remedy for rheumatism and uric acid. He notes his long residence and willingness to share his experience with others. Store price 2s 6d and 4s 1d. Milking machine endorsement follows from MacEwan Ltd.
A reader urges better fire precautions after a blaze at the Fire Brigade headquarters. The letter cites straw on manure heaps dry glass and paper stacks by outbuildings as fire hazards and questions the inspector’s claim that conditions are satisfactory.
The writer urges business leaders and insurance agents to form a trustworthy vigilance committee to guard properties. They propose paid watchmen who alert the fire department promptly, cooperate with police, and investigate suspicious activity to reduce fire losses.
On New Year’s Night 1906 Benno Scherer directs a one night only Liga Loman tour debuting Madame Alida Loman the famed lyric soprano with Eric Anderson and Herbert Bloy in support. Box plan now open with ticket prices 4s 2s and One Shilling.
Friedlander Bros Ltd advertises a private sale of all live and dead stock from the Mont Alto estate including 700 sheep, 3 draught mares, 2 draught mares, a black stallion, cattle, and a 4097 acre pastoral land subdivision. Also notes Cooper’s sheep dip, ryegrass seed buyers, and thanks to local fire brigade and police for recent fire protection. A pound sale of unclaimed draught horses scheduled noon January 10, 1968, with office open January 4 and 18.
Handicaps announced for Methven sports on New Year’s Day include hurdles with Casablanca and Nar nar ragarie among top weights, Mount Harding Handicap entries such as Wardland and Miss Dorie, and a wide field in the farmers’ trot led by Begoniaser and Tracy M.T. plus numerous paced and stallion-class horses and nags across events.
Auckland Reeling Club results list winners across eight races on December 28. Loongana wins the Follow Bowen Handicap by two lengths ahead of Wauchope and Carmaina. Hantapu takes Ponsonby Hurdle by three lengths over Cachuca and Clarepront. Miss Winnie wins Visitors’ Handicap with Cambrian and Guidwife close behind. Summer Cup goes to Waipuna over King Billy and Pohutu Wort by one and a half lengths. Veronica wins Alexandra Handicap at seven furlongs with Te Aroha and Muskerry in pursuit. First Gun nails Portlight and Clachette by a neck in Waimetata Handicap. Delegnie triumphs in Salisbury Welter by three parts of a length over Ruaparaha and Bishonable.
Reported results include Taihou Hack Handicap five furlongs Oiyoi first Avil Reigh third Brown Bell third. Grand Staul Handicap six furlongs DPetrovna Rose Bloom Red Morn scratched Apollodoris won by a length. Juvenile Handicap five furlongs Sir Artegal first Argile second Sombrero third. Farewell Handicap seven furlongs Red aid Bisel first Notus second Red Morn fourth. Also started were Cuciosity Vanda Uypso hel Pretty Nell British Peer Bala clava Zioness My Lawyer Sacha Cross Battery Jare some Cathron Sant Rusaleer. Won by a length or less in several events.
In Sydney on December 28 the Carrington Stakes finished with Hera securing a noted placing against fields including Arthful and Kyeadgerie, among others, in a race whose exact times and positions are unclear due to incomplete OCR text.
John Melrae Peacock sells Warati estate contents in an expansive Canterbury farm auction. Horses, draughts, sheep, cattle, and farm implements from Alsine Hills to Glen Wyre feature. dozens of named animals and equipment listed. Sale at 1 sharp with drags meeting trains from Rangiora. luncheon provided.
The notice lists bulk prices for canned fruits and related products. Items include peaches pears plums apricots and pineapple in various tin sizes and packings with per tin and per dozen rates, along with jelly and tomato mentions.
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