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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Jan 22, 1913
Page
3
The Pall Mall Gazette reports a wholesale suspension of Devonshire Club players over expenses and that the Rugby Union is investigating Oxford University players’ expenses on their Christmas tour of France.
The Federation of Labour meeting at the Maoriland Worker Office opens with delegates from Canterbury unions including drivers, freezing workers, tinsmiths, painters and others. President Webb calls for unity to overcome factionalism and defend industrial unionism amid disputes at Waihi and Huntly.
Sydney January twenty one reports Lowe and Beamish defeating Taylor and Chalmers 6 8 6 3. Parke and Beamish beat Docker and Chalmers 6 0 7 5. Lowe and Beamish beat J and C Todd 3 6 6 2 6 3. Parke beat L Todd 6 2. Lowe beat Williams 6 3 6 3. Boamish beat Todd 6 4 6 3. Lowe beat Webb 6 3 6 1. Dixon absent.
Cricket veteran Jennings, a passenger by the Grvite, said he had no comments on Mayne's criticism of English umpiring. He added that too much is spoken on such matters and it is better to remain silent.
An ad-like fragment touts Craighead Tailored Suit as the choice for a man who values a peak of style over ready-made outfits. It contrasts tailor-made appearance with generic attire and asks readers which class they belong to.
Swanson's debuts Wie Known Pug Too Boots as the season's latest men’s wear ration. The new line pairs robust construction with a refined look suitable for urban and formal settings.
An advertisement from John Orr and Co on Mast Street promotes Hanging Meat Safes with prices 10s 6d 12s 6d and 15s. It claims the meat stays sweet in sultry weather using the hanging tree method.
South Melbourne opened the New Zealand tour final against Wellington’s Wednesday side at Basin Reserve. Rain halted play and the day ended with Wellington 91 runs for 4 wickets, Scott and Kyle each taking two wickets.
Auckland defeated Aorangi 157 to 143 in a return bowling match played today in Auckland. The Aorangi team again failed to overcome the home side.
The Rakaia and Rangitata rivers run dirty while the Burton clear and the Opihi remains fishable. Anglers are advised to check local reports for current conditions and plan accordingly.
A Auckland Flaxmillers Association deputation met Premier Massey to urge action on a Waikato River pollution case. They warned prosecutions could end flax milling and dairying. Massey said the Ngaquawahis case is sub judice and pledged workable legislation after negotiation with flaxmilling and acclimatisation interests.
Mr J Nimmo Wardrop of British North Borneo Grho writes to the New Zealand Times about the kindness of fellow passengers who formed a subscription to replace his stolen watch and chain on the Meeeraki journey to Lyttelton. He thanks these strangers, noting the chain belonged to his father and praising their generosity. Also, a Dulwich Hill reader endorses Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as safe for children and adults and recommends keeping a bottle at home.
The federation stressed practical industrial power before politics and carried an amendment admitting two delegates from the United Labour Party. Resolutions welcomed delegates from the Socialist Party executive and two from the Industrial Workers of the World, after which the conference adjourned.
The 800T industry conference convened by Minister of Customs F. M. B. Fisher gathered at Parliament Buildings to discuss tariff implications for the boot and shoe trade. Delegates from major firms across Dunedin Christchurch Auckland and Wellington attended. The meeting closed at 6.30 pm with the minister stating overall satisfaction about the world market.
Walter Admund Harvey was charged on information by Detective Sweeney with perjury at the Waihi inquest into Frederick Evans death. The alleged false statements include never carrying a revolver in New Zealand and denying a revolver at Marangahake on November 10. Harvey was committed for trial at the Auckland Supreme Court, with bail set at 1060 pounds personal recognisance and two 50 pound sureties.
At Wellington on January 29 the Labour Conference debated inviting the United Labour Party executive to attend the industrial gathering. Some argued for inclusion to foster unity, while others, including Mr Burgoyne, supported inviting the United Labour Party but opposed the Socialist Party. Critics warned politics could split industrial groups.
Post office mail closing times and outlying country services are listed for Ashburton and surrounding areas. Specific dispatch windows include early morning slots to Timaru and Christchurch, daytime routes to Geraldine Timaru Dunedin and Wellington, and evening runs to Dunedin and Mount Somers area stations.
A nurse reports instant relief from colic after using Chamberlains Colic and Diarrhoea Remedy. Another user from Auburn, Vic., confirms two doses cure stomach troubles, urging others to keep a bottle on hand for safe, certain relief.
Rae and Binder tool sets listed with prices for wrenches screw wrenches punches and tins. Offers include 2s 3d sets 2s 6d 3s each items 9d 1s 1s 3d and 1s 1g ad 1s 6d to 6s 6d each. All items described as reliable quality at John Orr and Co East Street Store.
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