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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Jan 23, 1908
Page
3
Inspector H K Bethune of the Bank of Australasia, aboard the Monowai from Wellington, disappeared on arrival at Lyttelton. No trace of him was found at first, later identified as a suicide by hanging from the tulwarks, despite crew rescue attempts.
A major blaze swept through Blenheim early today in Jas Benning’s block between the Bank of New Zealand and the Masonic Hotel. Firefighters battled flames along Market Street with a southerly wind, extinguishing the main outbreak by 6 30 a.m. A roof fire at the Methodist Church was quickly put out. Gas and telephone services were damaged. power restored by 10 a.m. Insurances on Benning properties and stock are listed across several firms.
The Hyman Marks Ward at Christ Church Hospital was opened on November 10 1897 by Lord Ranfurly in a ceremony attended by a large crowd. The ward cost £9300 with £5000 bequeathed by Hyman Marks and £500 from Mr Stark, plus £300 from trustees and a government subsidy, enabling a debt free opening.
Mr Wilkinson of the Government Insurance Department urged the board to estimate restoration costs for fire damaged ward areas. The board authorized its architect to seek tenders for reinstatement with costs borne by the department. Christchurch date January 28 notes patients will be housed in the building and the State Insurance Office will reinstate.
London wool sales on January 22 saw 7074 lots offered chiefly merinos with strong attendance and keen competition. Best merino firm with hardening tendency, top-making sorts unchanged, crossbreds 6 percent cheaper, merino lambs wool about a half penny cheaper.
NAPIER January 22 report notes the frozen meat market remains very weak with no price improvements. BLEN TEIM January 22 barley market not fully opened yet. buyers offer as farmers stay firm for prices at and above 6d.
In Wellington on January 28, a Cabinet meeting ordered Lionel Terry moved to a public wall and declared the municipal area housing him a mental hospital district.
Dunedin on January 23 reports that the Minister of Lubuin, following Premier directives, cancelled all southern engagements and departed for Christchurch by the second express, en route to Westport.
The University Senate in Wellington considers a report from a special committee on professors superannuation. A music committee is formed to oversee re examinations and associated exam papers after a fire in Parliament buildings. The chancellor supports fresh papers to avoid perceived favouritism. Mr Baume criticizes the course taken.
The message hints that AVE or Abbey offers a coupon with money value. If you ignore it you miss a discount opportunity and the offer could be time sensitive.
Wellington report quotes the Premier saying New Zealand is in a remarkably satisfactory financial position with no money shortage. He notes confidence from the people, predicts money will be plentiful after March 31 and interest rates will fall. A cable from Australia mentions 4 percent debentures and is cited as rejection of deals.
In Dunedin on January 22 Ashburton lost to St Kilda by one shot in the fifth round, then defeated Oamaru by two shots to reach the final, where Outram won 12 Ashburton was eliminated from the contest. Singles winners include Wolff United 16 and Jacobsen St Kilda 13.
Auckland wins the bowling test match against New South Wales in Sydney by four points after an exciting game played on January 22. New Zealanders in Sydney celebrate as Auckland secures victory in the memorable contest.
The day saw a high of 71.2 degrees in the shade at Domain. Ashburton Rights Syndicate reports favorable US style ditching prospects and plans future action. Canterbury Centre seeks £1 1s donation to fund team at New Zealand championships with Bass Moore to represent Canterbury. Friedlander and Webb named delegates for South Canterbury Swimming Centre in Timaru. A swimming evening is set for February 6 with G Henderson resigning as secretary. March 15 sports trophies in progress with local patrons’ support.
Messrs Wriedlander Bros Limited with Gould Beaumont and Company offer the unsold Springfield estate of 3250 acres at West Street auction mart on Saturday from 1.30 pm. Lands range 70 to 800 acres, well fenced and watered, suited for farming or stock raising near Methven township.
The Gisborne Christ Church and Clinton visitors attended the lodge room for the installation of officers for the year. D.G.M. Bro Barter and five candidates were present and initiated. The balance sheet showed prosperity. A banquet followed with toasts to The King Grand Lodge Retiring Officers and New Members. Musical items and Auld Lang Syne closed the evening.
A correspondent reports Methven saw 100 degrees in shade and 128 in sun between noon and two. The heat eased after a breeze overnight with a brief three minute shower. Timary notes a stifling afternoon with over 100 degrees in sun and about 90 in shade due to a northerly wind.
The Canterbury Farmers Co operative Association in conjunction with Dalgety and Co and J B Bruce and Co sell by public auction in Timaru early February 1908. The 82 subdivided farms range 61 to 475 acres, totaling 1218 acres, rolling downs and valley land watered by streams and highly cultivated. Proximity to Fairlie railway and sale yards, famed for fat lambs. Terms cash or 10 percent at sale, balance mortgage up to five years at four percent. Possession April 15 1908.
A night call reported a Flemington man acting oddly during the day. He told officers he missed the Long Beach coach, stayed at Wheatstone in the heat, and was brought to Ashburton. A bottle in his possession proved only water.
Wellington January 22 The conference endorses a bill resembling Mr Sidey’s last session proposal and forms committees to determine the legislation’s exact form. Sidey’s bill serves as the starting point for these deliberations.
A 1907 testimonial from H. Y. Tanning of Feilding endorses Rheume for rheumatism gout sciatica lumbago and related pains claiming complete relief after use. The letter dated July 21 1907 urges sufferers to try Rheume and notes prices of 6d and 4s 6d.
Tenders are invited for leasing the Pahau Reserve spanning 4007 acres, of which 1870 acres are cultivated in English grain, for fourteen or twenty one years. Tenders to be addressed to the Chairman Nelson Scott Commission ers for valuation details. highest tender not accepted. Tender deadline 29 January.
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