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Ashburton Guardian

Location

Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand

Date

Feb 19, 1908

Page

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Arévival business outlook for 1008

A New York correspondent surveys 1907 1908 panic effects and 1909 revival hopes. Analysts predict a gradual recovery with better prospects by spring, fewer bank failures, and renewed manufacturing activity despite lingering distrust and cautious spending.

New Yorks Herar J. 18 Crowell The Wall Street Journal American Association For the Advancement of Science Crowell America Crae Pene England United States Europe Atlantic

Drainage of Piako Swamp Recalled Vision of Famed Plains

In a Thames speech the Prime Minister recalled Sir George Grey’s prediction of smiling homesteads on the Hauraki Plains now being proven. Government land in Piako totals about 96 000 acres, with 150 000 to 200 000 acres to benefit from drainage. Work has cost £3000 to £4000. two dredges ordered from abroad will arrive in March and be ready by June, with several thousand acres to be opened for selection within a year.

Thames Piako Hauraki Plains George Grey Old Country

Simple Laws of Health Emphasized by Dr Clark

A reflection on health as a state of functioning well and bringing joy to others. It stresses three meals daily, minimal alcohol, regular labor, warm clothing, adequate sleep, sun and air, and notes that disobeying nature’s laws leads to penalties. Labour is highlighted as essential to health.

Sir Andrew Clark

Boot Polish Spread Reaches Boots Stores

The BBHY brand launches its boot polish spread across Boots stores, aiming to preserve leather and quick polish performance. The product promises fast drying and lasting shine for footwear.

State forestry progress in Rotorua districts and nurseries

The Rotorua State nursery system begun about a decade ago has grown to 234 million trees with last season yielding over 7 million. Larch dominates half the stock, with rapid growth on pumice soils. Corsican pine also expands, and two major plantations cover thousands of acres with millions of trees. Prisoners and ex prisoners staff plantations, aided by new camps offering contract work.

Auckland Herald Rotorua Whekarewarews Whakarewarewe Waidtupu Whakarewarewa Whakarawarewa Waiotupu Wellington Auckland Forestry Department Dominion Walotapu

Women as Rhodes Scholars Interest Grows Internationally

The article profiles Mme Thayer who drafted a two year post graduate study scheme for women modeled on Cecil Rhodes. It aims to fund ninety two scholarships across US states and colonies with support from the Society of American Women in London and the General Federation of Women’s Clubs.

Cecil Rhodes Mme. Thayer Lyceum Club Society of American Women In London Oxford Cambridge America Canada Johns Hopkins University Baltimore McGill University iAmerica District of Columbia Mas. Thayer Louisiana General Federation of Womens’ Clubs General Federation United States Mc.Thayer Benne Thayer New England Roger Williams Rhode Island Ams Longfellow’s Mme. ‘Hayer New Zealand

Education renewed to train the whole farmer

The text argues education must integrate head heart and hand, abandoning old divides between culture and utility. It praises agricultural education as a broad, scientific path that makes farming a learned profession, enriching character, citizenship, and joy in daily work.

Rheumo Endorsed by Manawatu MP John Stevens Ali

Mr John Stevens of Bulls M H R for Manawatu writes of Rheumo in strong terms. He says a severe rheumatic attack improved after two bottles and that the remedy practically cured him. He urges a fair trial and notes Rheumo helps Rheumatism gout sciatica lumbago and related conditions. Available from chemists and storekeepers at 2s 6d and 4s a bottle.

John Stevens Bulls M.H.R Manawatu

ABBB Y Boot Polish Trade Cited in Coupon Return

An 8d full-sized tin of ABBB Y boot polish is described as a reward for those returning a coupon. The note, likely from a wartime or ration context, mentions a givers’ list and a coupone return process.

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