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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Jan 07, 1909
Page
2
Efhemeris style data lists daily entries for January with numeric values and times. The text also includes a Lunar phases summary showing Full Moon on January 7 and New Moon on January 22 along with two additional quarters and related times.
The cabinet gains four Scotsmen and one Maori including Roderick McKenzie Alexander Wilson Hoge Budde Thomas Mackenzie and Apirana Turupa Ngatu in new posts such as Public Works Mines Labour and Customs Internal Affairs and Tourism.
Auckland January 6 a leading insurer's manager says Clause 10 of the Workers Compensation Act is ambiguous and could expose firms to liability for miners with disease contracted elsewhere unless medical examinations are required. He warns Parliament may delete the pneumo coniosis provision or firms will quit mining insurance. The Star reports Huntly says unions may halt coal supplies to NZ companies and northern miners may strike over medical exams. Waikato Miners' Union cites the company for lockout and notice failures.
Baker J P Gawler of Ashburton notifies the public he is now taking bookings for Christmas cakes shortbread and other dainties for the season. He promises only the best materials and notes fresh daily pantry items biscuits lollies cordials nuts dates and more from a fresh stock.
A. L. Zough lists a new address and aligns mail and Glacian new buildings with Tatephone No 86. Night Bell and surgeon dentist Mr El De Lautour attends at Methven.
Two or three businesses for sale with further particulars on application. Insurance effected on building and personal property of every description. Grain and seeds bought and sold on commission.
Land, estate and commission agent offers transfers and mortgages arranged, properties for sale and to let. Agent for No. 27, Government State Fire Insurance and No. NZ Government Insurance Department Accident Branch.
The text notes the Dublin publication Sin Burn reprinting two leading articles from this journal, tied to a Celtic nationalist movement aimed at Ireland’s national regeneration. It also reports Hon. Dr. Findlay Attorney General and Minister of Justice traveling with family through Ashburton on a southward express, visiting Dunedin on departmental business and expected to return north on Monday, in good health amid congratulations on his new portfolio.
The Ashburton area saw clear conditions and improving weather overnight with a fine morning, but clouds formed in the afternoon. Rain measured 88 points from yesterday to today, totaling 96 for the month, with farming set to resume reaping as drying winds return. Rust resistance from superphosphate on some soils noted, beans show limited yield due to fewer bees, and the Ashburton Good Templars Lodge meeting was postponed due to bad weather.
Mr A Bailey of Picton New Zealand praises Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy noting repeated cures and his father’s habit of keeping a bottle at home. He says it never fails and recommends it to friends. Forsale by all chemists and storekeepers.
Reports from Westport and Reefon detail a mining dispute affecting unions and companies. Police protection is being arranged in Reefon as rain hampers deadlock and workers drift away. Officials warn the Mangahua area may bear the dispute’s slice while broader relations remain outwardly amicable.
Christchurch police district chief orders six constables to Greymouth by tomorrow's coach and train to fill vacancies at West Coast stations. The shift follows vacancies created by police concentration in the Inangahua district where constables guard quartz crushing batteries at mining companies.
Police seized a complete whisky plant with thirty six gallons of fermenting whisky after breaking into a wash house rear of the premises. William Maidens, miner, and William Jack, bushman, were arrested with three constables and held on bail at court.
A provisional agreement outlines the amalgamation of the London Joint Stock Bank and the York City and Country Banking Company. Ottawa reports on woollen industry protection, urging Canadian manufacturers to adopt modern Yorkshire machinery to stay competitive.
Election expenses show Labour candidate George Keller spent £30 9s 6d contesting Timaru at the general election.
The Australian League team won against Widnes scoring two goals and three tries to Widnes one goal. The report notes the match occurred with official handling on January 7 at 10 00 a.m.
The Cape Times reports signs of a business revival in South Africa and urges travel to the country’s mountains and seashore. It warns travelers to bring Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy, and promotes Rheumo as a cure for rheumatic complaints with prices listed.
Telegraphic summaries from Rome London and Melbourne detail relief work after the Italian earthquake. Hospitals planned near Galileo and Messina rescue operations continue with lighthouses and stations rebuilt. Mansion House Fund totals reach £60000 as Commonwealth contributions are pledged.
Belgrade reports AY Milovaniteh says Austria mistranslated his remarks. He states his Balkan mission aims to pacify serf provinces in stage one while Russia supports creation of free Balkan states. The incident has closed.
Rioters clash in Titaghur with Hindus destroying a morgue and killing a Mohammedan. Infuriated mill hands gather, threaten vengeance, as military guards remain on duty after desecration fears. Lord Minto engages Viscount Morley on Mohammadans' status in electoral council plan.
News from Pekin states Yuan Shikai and his family have set out for Weiwei Hanan his native place. Sir Edward Grey considers the situation grave and is coordinating with Sir John Jordan to make representations in Pekin over the possible effects on foreign interests. It is not believed Tokyo expects changes in China Japan relations.
The Nationalist section protests Mr Redmonds stance on Liberal policy and Mr Ginnell urges Redmond to back cattle drivers. He argues Ireland can push Birrells Land Bill only if hazels are applied frequently.
Advertisement claims RHEUMO cures rheumatism sciatica gout and uric acid diseases quickly and permanently. It asserts thousands have been cured and urges purchase from chemists and stores at a listed price. The text imitates early 20th century patent remedy style.
Berlin reports say the Kaiser read an article from Deutsche Revue titled War in the Present Day to his generals at dinner. The piece, attributed to Count Schlieffen, argues for German military self reliance and warns of allied threat, while noting Britain’s hostility and Germany's industrial progress. The Times Berlin correspondent notes the Kaiser's approval, though official denial is not yet given.
From St Petersburg dispatch twelve persons were executed in Russia today in a widening government crackdown described with stark urgency. The report notes the executions followed a day of political purge and state action.
Report from Ottawa says Britain and Canada weigh a two penny Atlantic rate starting in July if cable companies agree, with possible later laying of an Imperial cable across the Atlantic.
Reports from Sydney Harbour describe the bluejackets funeral for fifteen sailors aboard the Encounter. About 500 naval personnel attended at Gardens Island chapel with wreaths laid by the captain of the naval depot and the Encounter’s captain. The ceremony featured hymns and a final salute as coffins draped in the Union Jack were carried past marines.
In Sydney January a mining dispute cuts access to the mine with tracks torn up and boulders blocking lanes. Trains halted and telephone lines down. Tam Mann leads inflammatory rhetoric as police standby and inspectors ordered not to recognize unions entering mines. Unions appeal for funds.
The wheat market reports a surmise of 84,895,000 quarters. Tallow sales in London show 4295 sacks offered with 550 changed prices. The Colonial Consignment and Distributing Company notes meat prices are unchanged due to recent freeze.
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