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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Jan 04, 1909
Page
2
Earthquake Disaster in Italy Sparks Widespread Relief Effort
Reports from Rome describe the Messina Reggio disaster with many dead and missing. King Emanuel and Queen Helena coordinate aid as naval and military forces rescue survivors and martial law is imposed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rome
Reggio
Monteleone
Duke of
Aosta
Paimi
Emanuel
Signor
Giolitti
Semnola
Mosina
Tribune
Messina
Albani
Florence Observatory
Sante Enfemia
Levalie
Taorimma
Lusco Palace
Straits of
Admiralty
Ophir
Regio
Naples
Kent Company
King Emmanuel
Edward
Straits of Messina
Italy
Helena
Meseina
Ephemera on Guns and Lunar Phases in January
The entry lists gun related ephemera with daily figures from January 6 to January 20 and values for each day. It also notes the moon phases for January including full moon, last quarter, new moon, first quarter, apogee, and related times.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bots
Property for quick sale in Wills Street West Ashburton
Wing to Mr W S Penberthy left Ashburton instructs quick sale of a fine Wills Street West dwelling. Three years old with six rooms, bathroom, pantry, Venetian blinds, gas connected, gas stove and range. Good locality near Domain, sun facing, commending position. Apply.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. S. Penberthy
Ashburton
Wills Street
Domain
Modern Dentistry Opens In Ashburton
Tancred Street ASHBURTON announces the start of up to date dentistry in rooms built for modern methods. The practitioner pledges latest techniques and lowest fees for the general public.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burnett Street
Licensing Debate in Ashburton Electorate Featured
An article contrasts licensing opinions in the Ashburton Electorate and highlights Steve Madden as the preferred caterer for Christmas and New Year needs. It notes Madden’s bookings for cakes puddings shortbread and other seasonal dainties with best quality claimed and seasonal greetings to patrons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ashburton
Steve Madden
These Hate Are Direct From The Makers
An odd proclamation claims the products are guaranteed in Panama and from the makers themselves, suggesting confidence in origin and quality. The brief note emphasizes authenticity and guarantees tied to the Panama market.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Panama
Rheumo Deemed Cure for Rheumatism Claims
An advertisement touts RHEUMO as acting on blood to remove excess uric acid, calling it the safest and most reliable cure for rheumatism gout lumbago and sciatica. It emphasizes not a universal cureall and notes availability in stores at a stated price.
Private correspondence to Barclay Burnside advised
In its present stage the matter is a private one. Correspondents are told to write again to the proprietor who is a just man and will give sympathetic consideration to their case.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barclay Burnside
Death Notice for Eliza beth Waby of Auckland
Eliza beth Waby aged 74 widow of G C Waby formerly of Canterbury and mother of Mrs J McLeod Ashburton died at her residence in Epsom Auckland on December 28.
Undeserved Honour in Dunedin Evening Star Critique
A Dunedin writer rebukes a Morning Star reprint of their Burns Johnson prize fight piece. They condemn prize fighting and press malpractice while defending journalism's duty to report events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Dunedin Evening Star
Australia
New Zealand
Notal
Dahomey
Byron
Southey
Ashburton Rail Arrival Delayed and Local Meetings Reported
The express from the south reached Ashburton station twenty five minutes late on Saturday night. A Wakanui Road Board meeting lapsed for lack of a quorum with only Jas Allen and Jas Brice present, adjourned to February. In Wellington February the New Zealand Methodist Church conference will debate whether NZ should stay under Australasian governance or act alone. South Canterbury Caledonian Society held a Timaru sports meeting with gates totaling £903 and daily take of £546 overall. Hilties Band entertained while W F Trembath, Australasian amateur champion, performed well in the 880 yards. J J Dansey was the lone Ashburton placed competitor in the 120 yards handicap.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ashburton
Wakanui
New Zealand Methodist Church
Wellington
New Zealand
Australasia
South Canterbury Caledonian Society
Timaru
Ives
Hilties
W. F. Trembath
Minin
J. J. Dansey
Weekly stock sale at Tinwald yards tomorrow
An ordinary weekly stock sale is scheduled at Tinwald yards for tomorrow. A mild earthquake shock was felt at Scargill North Canterbury around 7 30 pm Thursday with the quake said to travel north south. Captain Edwin notes strong northerly winds after sixteen hours. glass may fall. Curator J Readhead was thanked by lawn tennis players for court care at the domain tournament. Edward Watkins, longtime Ashburton ways foreman, died suddenly at New Plymouth on New Year's Day. Damage reported at Peel Forest reserve from picnics includes denuded ferns and fires damaging trees. Crown Lands officials warn against fires, fern removal and tree damage. Ashburton Tennis Club faced tourney losses last year but aims for budget balance this year with Mrs Simmons catering well. Spreydon residents debated funding a recreation ground. Selwyn County Council’s £75 grant was withdrawn for lack of power. Heathcote Road Board chairman H A Ell shows Attorney General letter about a £5 Kennedy Bush reserve vote. Audit Office may allow it if beneficial to district residents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peel Forest Scenic Reserve
Crown Lands
Spreydon
Selwyn County
Attorney-General
Heathcote Road
Kennedy's Bush
Audit Office
Harvest Prospects Mixed as Winds and Rain Intervene
The weekly weather and crop report notes slow ripening due to frequent showers while roots benefit. Reapers work on lighter soils across Benfield Newlands Kyle Dramore districts with expected yields of 28 to 40 bushels. North west winds cause oats to shake out. rain may suspend harvest briefly. frost records show four degrees at Domain station with light rainfall.
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Benfield
Newlands
Kyle
Dramore
Wakanui
Domain
Bankrupt Estates Reported in Ashburton Court
Deputy Official Assignee J Davison reports eight bankruptcies this year in Ashburton. Debtors include tobacconists, contractors, labourers, a dealer, and a blacksmith. total assets £818 liabilities £1960. £82 realised, £1222 proved debts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Davison
Ashburton
The Cherniavskis Violinist and Pianist Brothers Visit Hall
The Cherniavskis, three Russian Jewish brothers aged 16 18 and 12, fled persecution and hardship to reach a kinder land. Leo plays violin with extraordinary power Jan shines as a pianist and Mischel excels at cello. They will perform at the Odd Fellows Hall on Wednesday under Edward Branscombe's direction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leo
Jan
Little Mischel
Cerlo
London
Edward’ Branscombe
Oddfellows’ Hall
Eyes Sold for Research by Giant Drum Major
Donald Bain Mackenzie of the Kitties' Band has sold his eyes for 1000 dollars to a scientific society in the Host that studies whether dying witnesses see lasting images. His unusually large eyes are said to ease the procedure, with eyes to be sent to the society regardless of when he dies. The band plans performances in Ashburton on Saturday, January 16 at Domain Oval and Oddfellows Hall at 8 p.m.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Donald Bain Mackenzie
Kitties
Mackenzie
Kalties
Global fundraising by church and city figures in early 20th century
The report lists donations from religious and civic leaders across the Atlantic and North America. Figures include the Pope £4000, College of Cardinals £800, Queen Margerita £800, Lord Rosebery £400, and large pledges from Tyiday's New York £40,000, San Francisco £12,000, Chicago £90,000, Boston £10,000, plus corporate and city gifts including J P Morgan £6000 and the Christian Herald £4000. Ontario and Quebec pledge £5000 each, with Ottawa £1000.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
College of Cardinals
Queen Margherita
Lord Rosebery
Tyiday
New York
San Francisco
Chicago
Boston
Steel Corporation
J. P. Morgan Company
Busch
St. Louis
Christian Herald
Board of Aldermen
Ontario
Quebec
Ottawa
Pope opens million lire credit and hospital plan
Paris reports the Pope has opened a million lire credit and is founding a 5600 bed hospital at San Marico. Queen Helena aids at Messina Hospital during a minor earthquake scare. Rome plans medals for visiting foreign warship officers and crew. Congress to consider 590000 dollar relief for Italy quake impact.
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Paris
San Marico
Helena
Messina
New York
United States Congress
Roosevelt
Italy
Rome
Old Age Pensions Start Smoothly In Britain
United Press reports London January 2 that first old age pension payments went smoothly with applicants fewer than expected. Other items note a Transvaal loan with imperial guarantee, Finland loan plans, a new planet beyond Neptune, a Newmarket trainer’s death by suicide, traffic shrinkage versus 1907, and Kaiser Wilhelm's New Year reception in Berlin.
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London
Transvaal
Finland
New York
Kaiser
Chess Championship Round Sees Edwards Groot Victory and Leads
In Dunedin on January 3 the seventh round of the chess championship produced decisive results. Mason blundered on move 24 against Edwards, resigning on move 54 after a Zakertort opening misstep. Forsyth lost to Davies as Davies built a decisive attack, while Kelling outplayed Grierson, pushing his bishop on the king’s rook square and forcing resignation on move 43. Edwards, Davies, and Kelling lead with four wins and two draws. others’ scores follow. On January 4 Barnes beat Edwards and Forsyth beat Fox as Kelling and Davies continue to lead.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dunedin
Mason
Edwards
Zakertort
Davies
Forsyth
Grierson
Kelling
Cara Kann
Barnes
Dodds
Fox
Rev. G. B. Fox
Wood-Chopping Record Report From Yesterday
The report notes a wood chopping event with a contestant named Miley achieving an 18 inch chop in 1 min 24 sec and another entry by Pretty reaching 1 min 45 sec in a preview time context.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tashaph
King Edward to Open Parliament in Full State
January 3 report from Landon notes King Edward will open Parliament in full state, signaling a formal ceremonial start to the session as Britain eyes political proceedings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Landon
King Edward Will
Death of Father John of Kronstadt Revered Russian Figure
Saint Petersburg dispatch reports the death of Father John of Kronstadt, once revered by Russian peasants as a near divine figure. The obituary notes his immense influence and the public stature he held among the people.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
ST. Petersburg
Father John
Kronstadt
John
Russia
Edict Dismisses Yuan Shaikai in Pekin
An edict issued in Pekin dismisses Yuan Shaikai, a Council of State member, following a Manchu plot. The move marks a political shift reported by the Press Association.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pekin
Yuan Shaikai
Council of State
Walker runs 100 metres in Pretoria
Pretoria report notes Walker completing 100 metres in 102dsec during a event on January 3. The item also records dividends from London and South African gold and other companies totaling £13,070,442 for the previous year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Presa Association
Pretoria
Walker
London: South
Policeman Shot by Ruffians in Adelaide
Constable Hyde was shot in the jaw during an arrest attempt in Adelaide and faces hopeless recovery. The assailants escaped. Obituary notes Mr David Bunson a former prominent political figure in Melbourne. Sydney reports an extreme heat spell with Bourke recording the highest heat in thirty years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pet Press Association
Adelaide
Hyde
Melbourne
David Bunson
New South Wales
Wellington Murder Identifies Local Seaman McCormack
The body found in Wellington last Sunday is identified as McCormack a seaman who recently worked on the Union Company's training ship Dartford. Identification was made by four shipmates from the Dartford. Constable Spellman of Rotorua notes the body differs from a Rotorua hotel worker despite some resemblance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pet Presse Association
Wellington
McCormack
Union Company
Darford
Dartford
Spellman
Rotorua
Plumpton Park Trotting Club Holds Summer Meeting
Christchurch January 2 report on the Plumpton Park Trotting Club summer meeting with results across multiple events. Mina Progressive Handicap winner Lenape I defeating Princess Louise II and Pylades III by two lengths. Dawn takes Ladies Bracelet ahead of Agapan thus II and Ethel. Champion Handicap lists Lord Wimo and Miss Burlington among starters with Terra Nova etc, winner by half a length in 4 minutes 38 seconds. Advance Handicap sees Chatham first, Claremont second, Cleopatra third by half a length. Hornby Handicap finishes with Havelock first, Tanderville second, Tea Tree third by half a head. Middleton Handicap winner Red Child by eight lengths over Miss Florrie C and Prince Warbeck. Telegraph Handicap with Withington first, Elector second, Verax third by two lengths. Al. Revoir Handicap of 100 save one mile tops the card with Mr H TF Nicoll’s Bell Car first, Prince Warbeck second, Aberfeldy third by two lengths. Nominations for all events at Timara close tomorrow evening.
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Christchurch
Plumpton Park Trotting “Club
Lenape I
Princess Louise
Pylades
Dawn
Agapanthus
Ethel
Lord Wimo
Miss Burlington
Tseg
Terra Nova
Bsec
Durbar Cor
Albertorious Dsec
Prince
Albert
Fusco
Florin
Verax
Advance
Chatham
Claremont
Cleopatra
Hornby
Havelock
Tanderville
Tea ‘Tree
Napier Hosts North Island Bowling Champion Fours
Thirty three entries have been received for the North Island Bowling Association champion fours to be played next week in Napier and Greenmeadows. Competing rinks will be divided into four sections with play confined to the two greens.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Napier
North Island
Bowling’ Association
Napier and Greenmeadows
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John Crowe
Graham's Road
Messrs Morgan and Veasey
B. Ferriman
Cable News
Aaseciation
Ephemeris
F. H. Choat and
F.H. Ghoat & CO
Tancred Street
F. H. Ghoat and Co., Auctioneers, Etc
National Mortgage & Agency Company
Nerties
Yate Spa
Tae
Fairfield
Sheen
National Moriiage and Agency Co. of
Rind Et
Paleety and O
Limited
Mpgy Cheas Sheep Property
Tnedin
T Ted, Dhal
Dalgety and Eq., Ltd
Canterbury and
Otago
KMAS
Marshalls
ANCY
Ghas, Thomas
Street
Epburten
Tal
G Hefford & GO
Tancree Street
Next Arcade
Manchester
Saunders’ Buildings
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Amas Gifts
Fangl
F. Ferriman
H. Gresham
Cameron Street
Weat
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Stephen Madden
H. C. Percy
Ease Street
R. Totty
Somerset Boatel
Fra Curtis
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Aahburti
Farmers’ Co-Op
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Triangle Bakery
Mirkin
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Havelock Street
A. L. Zough
Mail and Guardian
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L. DE Lautour
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Rakaia
Pnt
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Petone
Mosgiel, and
Roslyn Mille
Kerr Bros
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Strange
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Guashian
Yurlan
Prevateniy
Logal
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Canterbury
Edwin
J. Readhead
Edward Watkins
Permanent Way
New Plymouth
Watkins
Bankrupt Estates
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Electric Telegraph
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Newmarket
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Exter
Berlin
CHESS
Por Press Association
British Politics
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Affairs IN China
Per Press Association
Copyright
Africa
Sydney
Las Sydney
Bourke
Sporting
Plumpton Park
Per Presa ‘Association
South Canterbury’ Trotting Club
Timara
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