Accountant and Estate Agent Offering Tax Services
Accountant and land agent provides property and income tax compilation. Tradesmen and farmers’ books kept and organized for filing and compliance.
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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Jul 10, 1908
Page
4
Accountant and land agent provides property and income tax compilation. Tradesmen and farmers’ books kept and organized for filing and compliance.
Clients and the public are notified that Mr A H Field is appointed Agent for Ashburton replacing Mr R Ahern who resigns from 1st March due to retirement. Fire Marine Fidelity Guarantee and Mortgage Indemnity risks accepted at lowest current rates. Inquiries to Mr A H Field Coal Merchant West Street Ashburton. A Manning Manager for Canterbury.
Harold E. Curtis, land and estate agent on Cameron Street, advertises agencies for insurance and stock products and lists several to let and for sale properties in Ashburton including town sections, two acre and five acre blocks, and a large up-to-date eight room house with outbuildings. Also promotes Hampstead land and Allenton lots with easy terms.
A reader questions why the Technical Classes Association desires the town’s best reserve by the Council Chambers for a technical school at a nominal or very low rental. The letter argues for alternative sites, warns of revenue loss, and proposes a broader municipal development plan including a town hall and facilities.
An editor receives a reader’s warning about circulating “Endless Chain of Prayer” chains in Ashburton. The writer condemns the practice as humbug and a waste of paper stamps and time, urging recipients to discard the message.
The letter condemns Al Hewitson’s Sunday sermon on the Chinese and New Zealand, mocking the claim that China could not be kept out even with the British navy. It cites geography and population figures to question the siren alarm and argues China is awakening but unlikely to invade.
Anclo Sason is discussed in a debate about the Yellow Peril with a forecast that a power could oust Turkey from a valuable region. The writer suggests to Mr Hewitson to focus on the broader subject and consider the potential geopolitical shifts and their implications.
The Arbitration Court continued hearings on farm labour conditions with statements from employers and workers. Key issues include wage levels, overtime, boy starting rates, and the Board's recommendations affecting Canterbury holdings and harvest pay. The case also touched on farm work viability and broader implications for New Zealand agriculture.
An old advertisement promotes Woode's Great Peppermint Cure for bronchial coughs. It lists prices of 1s 6d and 2s 2d and emphasizes the remedy as a noted cough relief product.
The New Zealand Council debated industrial strife and the Arbitration Act. Speakers criticized strikes as misdirected yet supported lawful wages and arbitration. They urged a living minimum wage, discussed unionist preference and concerns about workmanship quality. The session adjourned at 4.66 pm.
A senior contest at Rakaia yesterday saw Ashburton defeat Rakaia 11 goals to 2. Daily McDonald Healy scored for Ashburton while Thomas kicked a goal. Lunn refereed and a pre departure social was held for the Ashburton team.
The Auckland Rugby Union meeting protests the NZ Union plan for selectors to meet in Wellington for the third test in Auckland on July 25. It notes Mr Gallagher has traveled to Wellington and Dunedin for selection and argues Auckland should decide locally. The union also accepts Marlborough’s proposal for a Shield match on August 8.
The Premier moved the second reading of the Public Works and Land Settlement Bill to authorize a loan of £1 250 000 with £28 500 already taken up. He noted revenue gains and the normal loan amount for public works, including roads in back-blocks, despite customs reductions. The reading passed on voices. The Pawnbrokers Charges Bill and Income claims received second readings, along with amendments to the Coroners Bill and Civil Service Amendment Bill. The session adjourned after introducing the Friendly Societies Consolidation Bill and Second Ballot Bill.
In New Plymouth on July 9 the Taranaki and Canterbury hockey teams played a rainy contentious match. Canterbury won three goals to nil as the ground proved slippery after heavy rains.
During its voyage down the East Coast the Monowai found bags of sugar in a hold on fire. Several center heap bags were charred but the blaze was limited and appeared to have burned itself out. The sugar was likely in a heated condition.
Mr A H Field takes over the coal and firewood merchant business in Ashburton from Thomas HY Ellin, effective March 1908. Ellin thanks the public for past support and Field promises diligent service to earn continued patronage. Dated Ashburton February 29 1908.
For over thirty years Chamberlains Cough Remedy has grown in favor and popularity becoming a staple medicine. It gained trust through family trial and word of mouth and now claims the largest sales among similar preparations due to its proven worth and safety for croup colds and related ailments.
For over 80 years Chamberlain's Cough Remedy has been endorsed by the public and chemists. The formula has never changed to meet local laws and contains no narcotics or dangerous drugs. The makers claim universal endorsement from governments and leading chemists and assert the product is pleasant, safe and always cures.
The Department of Public Health New South Wales reports August 2 1901 that Chamberlain's Cough Remedy sample examined shows none of the scheduled poisons. Signed by William M. Hamlett Government Analyst and the Chief Medical Officer.
Consumers told to return two thirds of a bottle to dealer for a money back guarantee if no benefit. The ad promotes it as effective for coughs colds and croup with prompt relief claimed.
The tramways inquiry heard testimony suggesting a covert spying system in the service. A former inspector said traffic manager Murkysaght asked him to surveil motormen and conductors from train yard cover, a request he refused, leading to dismissal threats. Other ex-staff reported unjust terminations and denied explanations.
Mothers report Chamberlain Cough Remedy as essential for winter health. They say it relieves coughs, colds, and hoarseness at first signs and prevents severe illness. It tones the mucous membrane and is safe for the youngest child and oldest adult alike.
Mrs Catherine Weeks touts Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as essential for families especially with children. She says a dose at first symptoms stops coughs and colds and keeps her household free from illness.
Fragmentary text mentions a chaotic mix of terms including war bronchial ener fake Woods and great peppermint with unclear context or identifiable events or individuals. No coherent facts or named entities emerge from the readable portion.
An advertisement style endorsement notes the repeated buyers and sellers rely on Chamberlain's Cough Remedy. It claims value in the remedy from family use and customer testimonials, suggesting widespread favorable experience.
David Ley, a chemist, reports many customers speak highly of Chants Perlain's Cough Remedy 8 a splendid settler and medicine.
A. P. Woolley of the Excelsior Store in South Melbourne writes that they stock Chamberlain's Cough Remedy and always recommend it.
H H May and Wim McCreasin say Chamberlain's Cough Remedy dominates sales and earns repeat customers in their towns. They report its popularity and note the product is officially declared free from all potion. Sold everywhere for 1 shilling 6 pence.
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