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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Jul 08, 1913
Page
6
A Daily Mail debate crowns a Market Deeping bachelor as best man at ten weddings, awarding a gold medal for his role. Critics speak humorously of the irony since he has not yet married, while some brides insist the best man deserves elevation for his fidelity to supporting others on their wedding day.
The interview quotes Thomas A. Edison on gender dynamics. He asserts men have long aimed to keep women misinformed about personal finances, habits, and beliefs, while insisting women often accept deceptions rather than seek truth. He says a woman would learn the truth if she pursued it.
The President of the Board of Trade lists the United Kingdom exports by country. Germany reports 40,302,767 pounds, Australia 34,840,701, United States 30,065,806, France 25,585,681, Canada 28,581,311, South Africa 21,420,912, Holland 14,281,668, Belgium 12,193,306, New Zealand 10,390,888 pounds.
A compact meditation on how interest and personal influence shape work. The text argues that work is interesting or dull depending on the worker and notes the power of unconscious influence. It ends with a thematic claim about setting the pace of our lives.
A jumble of dialogue shows flirtation and social chit chat. Characters mention leaving cards and Abreila while a man wails across the road and a question about an umbrella hints at a joke. The piece reads like a clipped, episodic daytime conversation.
Ashburton Borough Council met to review a 4699 16s 9d overdraft and 248 16s 3d revenue since the last meeting. The body discussed railway fish transport, a science lecture invitation, sanitary matters, council lease conditions, and street lighting delays due to gas plant issues. It approved library and reserve reports, permit grants, and legal actions for by law offenses.
An application to close on Thursday July 17 for a representative football match was granted.
The Cemetery Board notes a £32 3d credit at Bank of New Zealand and £4 revenue since last meeting. Dr C E Handcock asks for £75 upkeep price reduction arguing marble headstone repair should be included at no extra cost. The council agrees to proceed with repairs and Dr Rundenek is informed. £1 in accounts paid. board adjourned.
A short urging to treat a cold immediately to prevent it from worsening. Recommends Baxter's Lung Preserver as the best remedy and notes a pharmacist or storekeeper can supply a bottle. Advises acting today to avoid a stronger hold by the illness.
The notice promotes making a home cough medicine using Hean's Essence. It claims 1/6 bottle yields eight bottles of remedy, with instructions to mix sugar treacle and hot water, then add Hean's Essence. Available from Hean Opemiat in Wanganui or post free on receipt of price.
An early call promises repayment with favorable terms as a brief notice. The message emphasizes prudent action and a courteous closing.
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