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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Jul 03, 1908
Page
4
The Legislative Council in Wellington met at 2.30 p.m. for the Address-in-Reply. Members Sinelfir and Callan spoke as the debate continued. The motion was adjourned on Mr Paul’s motion, and the council rose at 3.00 p.m.
The house met at 2 40 p m bills read first time include Town Districts Act Amendment and many others. The Prime Minister announced the Conciliation and Arbitration Bill would be introduced next Tuesday and discussed Government House and possible new sites. The Wellington Trades and Labour Council backed the Act but urged machinery amendments and greater conciliation. AUCKLAND and DUNEDIN reports note employers' and unions' views on enforcing Arbitration Court awards and calls to amend the act.
A customer reports three weeks with no rat signs after an AZOA treatment. He claims the product is not a poison and warns that if GN rats eat it they could contract disease, risking harm to the entire rodent family.
A damaged notice from Ashburton reports the Ashburton Drug Company being termed as agents for the virus in a row of mistranscribed lines. The fragment hints at a claimed affiliation or role but lacks clear dates or jurisdiction.
Ashburton residents are thanked for past support and asked to continue. messages by telephone or at W Pickles West Street will receive prompt attention. Furniture removal and goods shipped worldwide are offered through the N Z Express Company, for which the signer is a local agent. Personal supervision in all cases.
A faded note recalls a man offering sovereigns on London Bridge and over 21 pounds worth of Abbey Prize remained unclaimed in the last distribution, reflecting old London humor and lost fortunes.
The MarriAges Validation Bill proposed by Sir William Steward was read a second time pro forma and referred to the Statutes Revision Committee. The House rose at 4.30 p.m. and resumed at 2.50 p.m. the next day.
Ernest Jackson of Newmarket admitted breaching the shape and factories act by employing assistants up to eighty six hours weekly. Inspector Shanaghan condemned the case as deliberate and the magistrate imposed a fine of two pounds and ten shillings plus costs.
Winchmore overpower Ashburton by 14 points to nil with OL Daily scoring four tries and one goal. Referee My GB Cassells officiated.
Press Association reports progress in the Wellington bakers strike with employers operating steadily. The Master Bakers Association president estimates about sixteen workers are needed for smooth operation. Strikers paraded with a banner before the General Post Office at noon led by Tom Mann. Flo urged waterside workers not to handle flour shipments for Bakers Association members.
A H Field coal and firewood merchant offers accounting land and estate services. They provide property and income tax compilation, book keeping for tradesmen and farmers, and stock the Kingo Tos. Also an agent for Standard Fire and Marine Insurance Company Ltd. 3240.
James Alvin Schmidt and Matthew William Cummings, postal workers in the Auckland Post Office, were charged at the Police Court this morning with theft of postal notes worth £2 and 26s respectively. The Crown Prosecutor said more charges were pending and a remand till Saturday was granted.
Liens of the above company and the public are notified that Mr A H Fueliy has been appointed Agent for Ashburton vice Mr Br Alcorn who resigns from March 31 due to retirement from business. Wire marine and mortgage indemnity risks accepted at low rates. Details on application to A H Field coal merchant West Street Ashburton. A Manning manager for Canterbury.
William Prictor appeared in court after an attempted suicide linked to unemployment. He was convicted and discharged, ordered to return for sentencing, and to pay one shilling per week to cover treatment costs totaling £26.
A prolonged earth tremor struck Eltham shortly before nine oclock last night. The tremor lasted a few minutes and was felt across the area with no immediate reports of damage.
Results list medal winners by district and unit across North and South Islands. Private George Farley leads North Island with 54, other district champions include Private T F A Marett, Private J H Parslow, Corporal A H Armitage, and South Island leaders Sergeant C A Hadfield and Sergeant H J Soper. further silver medals awarded to Corporal J Webster Sergeant A J Whitley and Corporal R Smithers.
An advertisement extols Chamberlains Cough Remedy as a universal cough cure for all ages and cough types. It claims gentle, soothing action without harming throat tissues and asserts effectiveness across diverse patients from babies to adults.
Bridgetown resident B E Hill says Chamberlain's Cough Remedy cured a severe winter cough quickly. He keeps a bottle on hand and uses it at the first cold symptom, claiming he has not had a cold or cough since.
The North School Cadets represented the dominion in the Empire Cadet Shooting Competition firing 14 shots at 25 yards with miniature rifles. They scored 736 points on a single target of 1120 possible in weather described as not favourable.
A Senate recital recounts Mr Joseph Choate’s London misidentification as a vagrant while seeking a Paris residence for the American Ambassador. Senator Lodge laments the burden on diplomats to find homes and recalls the night he wandered with no clear destination. A police interaction led to questions about his purpose and home.
An advertisement touts Cham berlain Cough Remedy as safe for children and adults claiming relief for coughs colds croup and whooping cough. It asserts immediate use prevents attacks and stresses no opium or harmful drugs.
W Marshall, Inspector Vermin-Destruction in Coleraine Victoria, reports Chamberlain's Cough Remedy cured him quickly after a severe cold during a drive in the Gasterton district. He bought two bottles from Messrs. H and Garris of Casterton, kept one in his pocket, and found instant relief. He says it prevents bronchitis attacks when taken at the first symptom and highly recommends it to families.
Chamberlain's Cough Remedy is the only cough medicine sold in Australasia officially declared by Australian authorities as free from all Poisons. This recognition marks its safety status among competing products and supports consumer confidence in the remedy's purity.
A historical notice touts Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as purely vegetable and narcotic free. It claims the remedy soothes and heats, relieves coughs and colds, supports nature, loosens mucus, eases expectoration, and strengthens the mucous membranes to resist future attacks.
A commercial traveler from Burns, Philp & Co. recounts relief from a severe cold after using Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy during a northward trip. He credits the first dose with relief and states he now keeps a bottle at home for future use. He urges readers to be prepared for colds that come into every home.
Review extols Chamberlain Cough Remedy as a widely used household staple in many households across the Commonwealth. It notes the remedy is not a universal cure but contains high quality ingredients and careful preparation, making it an ideal cough medicine.
A letter from Mr. Frank W Frazer of New South Wales describes a period of wet cold weather and credits Chamberlain's Cough Remedy with curing throat and lung troubles after taking doses. The writer confidently endorses the product to others suffering similar symptoms.
The text promotes a dealer and urges readers to obtain money from them claiming a prompt cure for coughs colds and croup. It reflects a historical medicine endorsement emphasizing quick relief.
Classified notice for rental of a shop fronting Main and South Road Tinwald with premises in Bande Buildings, previously occupied by Mr Rowbotham. Also advertises 66 ft frontage on Tancred Street and 24 chains depth with cottages, plus multiple building sites at Central Building Site near Railway Station, Dobson Street, Terrace, Bracefield Avenue and Alda Suburbs. Full particulars on application.
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