Van Spilbergen Docked After Minor Damage Report
June 30 Sydney dispatch says the vessel Van Spilbergen has been docked with no serious damage. The San Francisco service negotiations opened by Howard Smith Co to extend the line. Obituary notes the death of Thomas Hudson in Bournemouth. Dreadnought fund received a 10000 donation from Sir Samuel McCaughey. Sydney Sheep Breeders show opens with record near 900 entries, John Nixon wins Border Leicester championship. A fine pearl found at Broome sold for 1750 pounds. Australian silver coinage to abolish half crown per Decimal Coinage Committee.
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Australian Joint Stock Bank to reconstruct capital
Sydney June 30 The Australian Joint Stock Bank directors decide to reconstruct the present share issue. The proposed measures include converting the shareholding at a specified ratio and adjustments to the capital base. Senator Pearce criticized a circular claiming cable agreements breached the Industries Preservation Act and asked the Government to probe and prosecute if true. The House passed the Supply Bill as a ministerial oath inquiry confirms Mr Mackay’s assurance he may testify before a Royal Commission while maintaining secrecy when required.
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Acquittal in Woodville Child Murder Trial
The Supreme Court acquitted Alice Maud Shepherd and John Cline on the charge of child murder at Woodville. Other charges related to the same affair remain to be heard.
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Technical education conference recommends higher capitation and teen rules
Wellington July 1 The conference of technical school directors resolves that capitation for cookery and woodwork classes taught by special instructors be raised to not less than sixty hours per annum with portions for twenty and forty hours. It urges the minister to establish agricultural technical classes in country centres. A report recommends making fifteen hours weekly instruction compulsory for under seventeen year olds and limiting under seventeen employment to thirty hours weekly. It also urges time off for continuation classes and counts full-time day technical study toward apprenticeship.
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All Blacks Beat Kangaroos In Ashburton clash
In Ashburton a football match between teams representing Risi's Coney and Ashburton High School ended 20 to 8 in favor of the All Blacks and Kangaroos. The Christ's College boys had a weight advantage and showed superior play in a lively one sided game.
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Dupled Lines and Train Plans Amid Quoted Hope
Dunedin reports forecasted expansion of railway connections with services to Green Island by year start and to Mosgiel by Christmas, 101. The page also features a quirky verse about two lovers sharing one cold and one sneeze, contrasting romance with practical transit plans.
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Cremation Oddity From Munchausen Tale
A reader recalls Dr C J Russell of Christchurch requesting cremation after death and shares a humorous Munchausen tale. An old English general, after spending life in India, is cremated but calls out from the oven that he is warm, remarking it is the first time he felt warm since arriving in England.
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Misbehavior on Railways Promises Reform and Vigilance
A reader credits the Minister of Railways for promised reforms to improve traveller comfort on dom inion railways. The letter advocates strict measures against riotous conduct on excursion trains and calls for better women with children accommodation. Proposes plain clothes guards on through trains during races and holidays to aid detection, urging practical action and noting potential prosecutions and improved service.
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Unemployment Updates Across New Zealand Towns
In Christchurch twelve unemployed will be sent north for bush selling at Waitotara as the Labour Bureau expands reach and the city efforts reduce jobless numbers. Dunedin reports 25 workers to Mesgiel duplication works after talks with rail and local labour chiefs, cutting unemployment from 279 to 70. Feilding farmers note better prospects with ample unskilled labour and no surplus of farm workers.
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Winds and local meetings in Auckland and Raknia
The report notes southerly to south easterly winds with rain and probable frost overnight. The South Raknia Road Board held its monthly meeting with attendance and routine business, reporting full collection of the 1908-09 rate. A private meeting discussed Crown land settlement along the Main Trunk line, with about forty present and plans to count interested settlers and dispatch a committee to the three sites.
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Ashburton Ploughing Matches Officials and Results
The Ashburton Agricultural and Pastoral Association hosted ploughing matches with 34 teams and about 1800 to 2000 spectators. Officials included President Mr T Mawson and vice-president Mr D Wood, James Small as chairman, and judges Messrs W Brown Beaver and John Pannett Greenpark. Ground provided by James Cow, Ford's Road, Tinwald. 180 Clydesdales, 130 horses valued at £40 each. Territory covered: three furrow, double and single furrow ploughs. four and a half hours allowed. judging concluded near 4 pm with numerous awards announced.
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Wheat prices for Australian new crop logistics
London reports 14,000 quarters of Australian new crop sold for December-January shipment at 41s 8d, with two cargoes at 45s and 45s 3d respectively. List includes per sailer basis and currency in shillings and pence.
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Salvation Army Biorama Draws Ashburton Crowds
Bricailier Perry's Biorama Company presented a lively programme at Oddfellows Hall with scenic views, humorous incidents, and a dramatic second act on the Scottish Covenanters. Soloists and an excellent orchestra earned high praise and strong audience support. tonight features a complete programme change.
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Hotels Close Across Cities After No-License Vote
Auckland, Masterton and Wellington report official hotel closures following the No-license victory. In Auckland crowds showed mild rowdiness at the Bricklayers Arms. Masterton saw a street gathering with cheering and singing, while Wellington noted orderly closures and police presence at each hotel.
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Fire damages timber business in Wellington Courtenay Place
A two storey brick building housing Stewart Timber Glass and Hardware in Courtenay Place caught fire this afternoon. Fire brigade extinguished the blaze in about 30 minutes with machinery damage yet to be assessed. company property insured for £72,300 across 19 offices.
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Free School Books Debate At Auckland Board
Auckland July 1 The Education Board discussed free school books noting a rival resolution from Otago that the grant is insufficient. The Inspector General cited a condition requiring pupils not to supply other books, with non-compliance risking grant withholding. Chair Parr hoped to maximize the grant and push for modification.
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Fire insurance rates to rise in colony
Fire insurance rates throughout the colony will shortly be raised from 10 to 13 percent. This change affects policy holders and insurers, signaling a tightening of fire risk premiums amid evolving market conditions.
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Auctioneers, Land and Estate Augers in Ashburton
Auctioneers listed at Taviore Strait Ashburton offering land and estate auger services. The notice highlights property scope and forthcoming sale details with emphasis on local jurisdiction and seller qualifications.
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