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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Feb 04, 1908
Page
3
Aged man denied readmission by Charitable Aid Board
A letter to the Guardian details Gregor McGregor an 80 year old former Home inmate and shepherd who earned three months work with a farmer. On seeking readmission after lambing season the Board refused, saying he should support himself for the year, prompting concerns over harsh treatment and calls for explanation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Guardian
Charitable Aid Board
Gregor McGregor
Tuarangi
Knight
McGregor
Mr McGregor
Government to offer veterinary diplomas in Otago University
A correspondent notes that Otago University will provide veterinary training equal to British colleges. The Minister, R McNab, says facilities exist and government support will allow graduates to practice in the dominion with diplomas recognized internationally. The first year mirrors medical study and later years will follow suit as needed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Otago University
Dominion
Robert Stout
Shand
Otago College
McNab
Veterinary Colleges
Great Britain
High-Pressure Water Supply for Ashburton Scheme
Letter to the editor outlines a high pressure water system modeled on Waimate, detailing 14 miles of mains and hydrants for fire protection. It claims ample supply for 18 000 people at under £11 000 including loan costs and charges. Proponent cites engineer opinions and notes current meters and garden usage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waimate
Ashburton
Waimete
Guardian
Dobsor
Christchurch
Williams
Borouph.Council
Oddfellows’ Hall
Pit Tech
Pax
H. M. Jones
Hampstead Water Plan Delayed Public Meeting Questioned
A reader questions Hampstead Town Board chair G L Sandrey about a proposed public meeting on high pressure water supply. A week has passed with no notice, prompting concerns the plan may be shelved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. L. Sandrey
Hampstead
Balloon flight ends with safe landing in Verdun forest
Mrs Ashton Harbord and pilot C Pollock conducted a balloon journey from London reaching Verdun forest after rapid ascents and descents. The craft overturned and ripped but all aboard reportedly survived the night flight at about 50 miles an hour.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tebimary
London
Ashton Harbord
C. Pollock
Verdun Forest
Cape Cabinet Formed With Merriman as Premier
The Cape Cabinet will consist of Mr Merriman Premier and Treasurer Mr Sauer Minister of Public Works Mr Malato Minister for Agriculture Mr D Dewall Colonial Secretary and Mr Burton Attorney-General.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Cape
Merriman
Sauer
Malato
D. Dewall
Burton
The Thaw Case Acquitted in New York Court
In New York on February 3 Thaw was acquitted amid vociferous courtroom applause. Thaw smiled and bowed to the jury after the verdict as observers noted the dramatic moment in the high profile trial.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Thaw
Labour and the land tax proposal rejected at Sydney conference
The Labour Conference rejected a plan to raise the land tax by half a penny in the pound on estates over £2000. Sir H. Rawson's term as Governor has been extended twelve months. A Terang case involves a letter urging a young woman to kill her child as a prelude to marriage, with lethal strychnine directions attached. The Marine Court suspended Captain Holyman's certificate over a Caljiator incident with the Glaucus. A Brisbane fisherman survived three days clinging to his capsized boat while his mate perished. The Koromiko cargo of superphosphates was destroyed by sea water after a survey.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Per
Press Association
Labour
Sydney
Melbourne
Terang
The
Marine Court
Captain Holyman
Waratea
Brisbane
Perth
Northold
Boy Bertie Watkins Dies After Illness At Mitchelltown
Wellington mourns as Bertie Watkins aged student from Mitchelltown dies after falling ill with severe vomiting following a school day. Doctor intervened but the cause of death remains undetermined.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wellington
Bertie Watkins
Mitchelltown
Supreme Court opens with three outside Timaru cases
Supreme Court session opens before Judge Denniston with three cases from outside Timaru. Henry Cox, 19, gets three months for a Prohibition Act breach. Alfred Sims, 20, gets seven years for attempted rape near Ashburton, noted as unsafe to release him. Sims had prior 1904 conviction for carnal knowledge of a 10 year old. In Wellington, John Moffett and Charles Mack face breaking and entering charges. Mack gets five years, Moffett two, both labeled habitual criminals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Cox
Alfred Sims
Ashburton
Judes
Wellington
Carnally
Supreme Court
John Moffett
Charles Mack
Mack
Moffett
Insurance Rates Raise Across Fire Risks in Wairarapa
Reports from the Wairarapa Age indicate that fire insurance firms plan to boost rates on all risk classes. It is believed the State Fire Insurance Department will align its pricing with private company increases, reflected by expected broad support from rivals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wairarapa
General Election Quiet in Ashburton Seat Race
The Ashburton election scene is calm with only two definite candidates, Mr Whatman and Mr Henry Davis, both supporting the current Administration. Labor League may field a candidate, while whispers connect Mr W S Maslin of Geraldine as an opposition hope. It seems unlikely Mr John McLachan will seek re election.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ashburton
Whatman
M.P
Henry Davis
Labour League
G. W. Leadley
John Studholme
W. S. Maslin
Geraldine
Ward
John McLachlan
Remanded in Lyttelton Cheque Forgery Case
Robert Nell alias Ell alias Snell alias Brown remanded to Masterton on February 6 on a charge of forging a five pound cheque. He was arrested last night in Lyttelton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lyttelton
Robert [Nell
Ell
Snell
Brown
Masterton
Labour Department seals Catlins rail works post office aid
Thirty young men are sent from Dunedin to the Catlins railway works by the Labour Department. Residents of Laiveliffe establish a new post office with 17 letter boxes and a 5s fee, funded by local subscription, reflecting pleased settlers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Labour Department
Dunedin
Catlins
Laiveliffe
Insurance rates in New Zealand seen as possible but not yet set
Local representatives in Dunedin say reports of fire insurance rate increases are premature though delays are unlikely. One company notes a debit balance for two consecutive years while another suggests the State Department bears growing losses and awaits higher premiums.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dunedin
Dominion
State Department
The Otekaike Estate Applications Rush In
At Oamaru and Dunedin the Land Board processed 609 applications for 49 farms. Deposits were taken all day as exams of applicants begin immediately. The ballot is expected on Friday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oamaru
Land Board
Dunedin
Two candidates enter Egmont race in early field
Eltham February 4 reports Mr B Dive representing the Opposition and Mr G W Taylor backing the Government have chosen to stand for the Egmont seat. With three announced candidates and two from government, more entries are anticipated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eltham
B. Dive
G. W. Taylor
Egmont
Five Defendants Fined for Playing Two Up in Dunedin
At the City Court in Dunedin on February 4 five defendants, described as decent working men, were fined £3 and costs each for playing the game two up. The magistrate warned that heavier penalties would be imposed if repeated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dunedin
Discontinuing Talks on Library Amalgamation Plan
The Athenaeum subscribers oppose merging with the Free Library. The Mayor proposes to discontinue negotiations and proceed with equipping the latter institution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dunedin
Athenaeum
Free Library
Wool sale in Christchurch shows weak demand and declines
Commercial report from Christchurch on February 4 notes 7700 bales offered with small attendance and weak demand. Only about 200 percent of wool offered sold with declines across Merino, half bred, crossbred and related grades. Prices ranged from super merino 108d to inferior levels and various wool types showed price drops.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christchurch
Corriedale
Shropshire
Parachute Jump Planned by Barnes and Jonassen
Professor Barnes and Captain Jonassen will ascend and make a parachute jump. Inflation starts at 2.30 pm and ascent at 3.44 pm. Spectators should arrive early to witness the ascent. Admission is 1 shilling for adults and 6 pence for children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rofessor Barnes
Capt
Jonassen
Ashburton Stock Market Report Tuesday Sale
Tinwald yards held a well attended weekly sale with robust demand for store sheep and lambs due to recent rains and better autumn feed prospects. Prices listed for fat ewes and wethers, numerous crossbreds and merinos, lambs and store pens, plus cattle entries with varied prices and limited competition. The note ends with an unrelated advertisement for a cough cure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tinwald
Lds
Hinger
Dos
New Zealand Amateur Athletics Selects Six for Australasian Meet
The Selection Committee of the New Zealand Amateur Athletic Association named Trembath Southland Murray Orhell Stabberfeld Canterbury McKay and Henderson Wellington to represent New Zealand at the Australasian Championships. They depart from Lyttleton February 14 with tour expenses covered by the Association Council. Originally five men were planned, but Stubberfield was included making the team six.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christchurch
New Zealand Amateur Athletic Association
New Zealand
Forthcom
McKay
Siz
Gas Companies Discuss Profits and Expansions
Wellington Gas Company holds annual meeting approving a 10 percent dividend and 10000 funds for extension and reserve, with net profits up £7609 and gas output up 19.24 percent. Land purchased at Miramay for £3992 for new works, to be built in three years. Auckland Gas Company approves a 3d cut per 1000 cubic feet and declares half year dividend of 6s per share totaling £15331.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wellington
Wellington Gas Company
Miramay
W. Ferguson
Harbour Board
D. Anderson
Wf. Batey
Ho Beauchamy
Auckland
Auckland Gas Company
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