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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Jul 07, 1908
Page
4
UST opened a handsome well appointed shipment of parlor and church organs. Elegant style full tone and 18 stores of variety in sound combinations. Organs offered at 20 percent lower cash prices due to lean costs. Book of instruction with each organ and flexible terms. Inspection invited at 425 H. M. Jones Music Street end.
Croges expresses gratitude to residents of Ashburton and district for Liberal past support and requests continued backing. Messages left at W. Pickles’s office receive prompt attention. Furniture removal and goods forwarded worldwide via NZ Express Company with Croges as local agent. Personal supervision in all cases.
Air W. Maslin of Geraldine spoke to about 200 voters at the Oddfellows Trail, outlining his opposition stance and past reforms. He criticized land act provisions, suggested wages boards, and urged closer settlement while urging two to three additional meetings before the general election.
A petition presented in the House of Representatives on Wednesday by Mr Massey on behalf of Christopher Al Hansen of Lyttelton details his Auckland ballot loss. He paid a 52 pound deposit on Section 414 Waimana, 260 pounds price, applied for a 156 pound loan, was refused after inspection, forfeited deposit, and seeks deposit refund or land replant and compensation.
The advertisement touts Woods' Great Peppermink Cyrene as a sure remedy for coughs and colds. It lists prices of 6d and 2a 6d and emphasizes its effectiveness in period tone.
A Lyttelton Harbour Board special meeting at Christchurch debated harbour extension plans. The chair cast the deciding vote after amendments, with the board ultimately referring both dock and canal schemes to a ten member Special Committee to study financial aspects and costs.
Wellington July 6 The Marine Department prosecuted Captain Robertson of the steamer Oreti for not conducting boat drill in March and for omitting the log entry. He was fined £1 on the drill charge and ordered to pay costs for the log-book violation.
At the Waterside Workers' Conference a delegate cited large imports of Oregon pine into New Zealand and argued duty reduction would harm 2500 West Coast timber workers. The conference urged the Government to raise the import duty to protect local timber interests.
A Christchurch gathering of auctioneers unanimously supported Wellington efforts to amend the Auctioneers Act. Proposals include licensing rules, appeal rights, 12 month licenses from January 1, substitute permits without delay, and company issued licenses with nomineed representatives across the dominion.
On a Saturday Edward Ham drove a traction engine from Blenheim to Takeka when crossing the Motueka River bridge at Riwaka under repairs the decking failed and the engine nearly fell into the river but for one joist holding. After a day’s labor the engine was rescued. Ham had a narrow escape.
In London July 5 6 observers argue that advisory committee rigid stance risks friction in Australia. The Observer objects to dragooning Australia and criticizes counties pressuring the Marylebone Club to honor next Australian visit. Sydney notes board control concern over county actions. Noble backs triangular matches but warns against too frequent contests.
Comstock's Dead Shot Worm Pellets advertised as a safe reliable remedy for human worms. Promises to kill worms and embryos without harming bowels, targets children aged four to twelve and all ages, lists symptoms like grinding teeth and excess saliva, available at chemists or from W H Comstock Co Wellington price 1s 6d per box six boxes 8s 6d.
A long forgotten story of a man offering sovereigns on London Bridge has faded from memory. The latest Abbey Prize distribution drew over twenty one pounds in acclaim, highlighting a notable prize total and public interest.
The Rev. E G Guthrie at Chalmers Church cites Luke's Mary and Martha to plead for a human view of work. He condemns mechanistic labor and wage primacy, urging workers and bosses to respect personal value, share profit, and avoid class conflict for a common good.
The entry notes the Christchurch address of Devereux King and Company Limited at 187 Lichfield Street Christchurch listing a business location without further details.
THCS HY ELLOTT of Il Abducton informs the public that as of 2 May 1908 he has sold the coal and tirewood business to Mr A H Field. Mr Field, formerly with D Thomas, has taken over and seeks public support similar to that given to his predecessor. Dated Ashburton 29 February 1908.
Dr Clampus Clampett of San Francisco criticizes American irreverence in a sermon contrasting U S habits with English reverence. He cites England's legal religion, Oxford and Cambridge discipline, and family life as superior models. He laments sensational American youth behavior and calls for reform at home.
An old advertisement touts Rheumo as a remedy for rheumatism gout sciatica and lumbago. It cites a testimonial from Elisabeth Mowat Gore claiming relief after years of suffering and notes price 2s 6d and 6d for different formats. A second product Wood’s Peppermint Cure is also advertised.
Provrowina lists four properties within eight miles of Ashburton and one mile of Lauriston Station. The parcels boast extensive buildings, prime land for grain and stock, and low deposits with educational leaseholds and compensation for improvements. Prices are stated as the best value in the district, with proximity to railway, school, and telephones noted.
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