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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Jul 08, 1908
Page
2
The text argues tailoring is about perception more than rules, guiding customers to choose suiting for both person and purpose, then crafting a perfect, comfortable fit. It asserts mastery of the science and promises satisfaction through individualized care.
The piece argues against forced uniformity and universal military training. It cites personal memories of drill harms, cites George Hiesing and Henry Ryecroft, and warns that democracy risks tipping toward tyranny without discrimination. It urges preserving individuality and liberty against conscription.
Unclaimed sovereigns and a tin exchange are noted in an Abbey distribution report with reference to over one tin returned in exchange for Conpone.
Otago Daily Times reports a Saturday night case of train drinking by young men possibly tied to a country football match. It urges strict Prohibition on drinking aboard trains and notes related legislative, railway, and local civic updates including a new Presbyterian charge, theatre seating by-law, school committee matters, and various club and militia activities.
Wellington July 7 Government Treasurer Sir Joseph Ward presents the Financial Statement noting a revenue of £9,055,946 and a large transfer of £800,000 to the Public Works Fund. Expenditure totals £8,218,965 with several departmental overspends offset by revenue gains and a balance advancing public works.
Product name appears with unclear text and stray phrases. The readable portion suggests an herbal remedy or cough and cold care item with minty ingredients. No verifiable entities or dates found. Further context needed for a precise summary and an accurate headline.
After days of broken weather a heavy storm drenched Ashburton and surrounding areas, causing widespread flooding. Rain totals at the Domain weather station reach 3 inches 48 points for the current spell, with 7 inches 30 points since June 27. creeks overflow, paddocks flood, and stock suffer as roads become impassable and schools close for mid-winter break.
Snow fell heavily in Alford Forest with depths over nine inches and six inches by early afternoon as rain merged into a snowstorm. Christchurch reported minimal damage and rapid drainage, while Orari noted widespread flooding with rivers raging and roads and cottages inundated, delaying rail service up to Timaru.
Timaru reports continued heavy rainfall with surface water overwhelming channels. Residents in low-lying streets evacuated as kitchens flooded. Pleasant Point and Temuka experience similar conditions. In the 24 hours to 9 am Timaru recorded 4.37 inches and Pareora 6.75 inches in two days, possibly the heaviest in forty years, with coastal areas hit hardest.
Timaru reports rail south of the town submerged for miles with washouts at creeks. Passenger services are interrupted and the Waimate branch suspended. The north express from Dunedin will not pass beyond Samara with through trains likely stopping at Timaru.
In Oamaru on July 8 heavy rainfall of 4.4 inches in twenty four hours caused widespread flooding. Gardens suffered extensive damage, many yards in the flat areas were under water, and reports from surrounding districts indicate washouts and disquieting flood conditions.
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