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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Jul 17, 1908
Page
3
In Cape Town on July 16 the Afrikander party tried to reopen war compensation for late rebels in the Cape Assembly but was defeated. The Government showed sympathy yet refused to reopen the matter.
Abundant rains in famine regions improve prospects for crops across India. Weather reports from Calcutta note widespread beneficial rainfall boosting agricultural outlook and farm conditions nationwide.
Mr Justice Ross in the Land Judges Court Dublin denounced official neglect to prevent cattle driving. He said offenders and victims alike thought driving had official approval and leniency was seen as imbecility and cowardice. Reports show violence and lawlessness rising daily, and he urged immediate statutory remedy by authorities.
The United Mine Workers pledge support for Bryan while Republicans grow uneasy over organized labor's stance amid the presidential race. The report is dated July 16 with a press association credit.
Lisbon reports four deaths from bubonic plague at Tercoria with nine cases under treatment. Calcutta notes 1,204,194 plague deaths in India during 1907.
In London on July 16 Lancashire seeks another Advisory County Committee meeting. Mr Fockson will propose a resolution authorising a definite invitation to the Australians for 1909.
In the Olympic 400 metres swimming event Beaurepaire easily won his heat while Tartakover and Mode drew. In the final Taylor of England beat Beaurepaire of Australia by five yards with a time of 5 minutes 36.4 seconds. Larner and Harrison of Britain defeated Kerr of New Zealand in the ten miles walk with Kerr recording 78 minutes.
Australian reports note the Industrial Disputes Court granting the Crown leave to prosecute Hosking under the Act for closing the Lithgow ironworks. Also covered are royal farewell for Lord and Lady Northcote in Melbourne, reception route for the American fleet, and debates on Australian naval defence and postal reform.
Melbourne reports a girl named Walkingham killed and youth Groves dying from suspected strychnine poisoning. Investigators found chocolate cream with strychnine and a poison containing kettle. Witnesses recall Walkingham had warned Groves of jealousy and threats before planning marriage for a home.
Victoria defeated the Interstate Teams Match in Sydney. The highlight was Peoria Open Champion battling ex amateur champion Scott, with Scott winning two up.
Westport on July 16 William Connelly was charged with murder and perjury and remanded until tomorrow. A stray line mentions a boot polish ad and unrelated text about polishing footwear.
Domain weather station recorded six and a half degrees of frost and about one twelfth inch of rain in the last 24 hours. A strong south west wind cooled the day, with 40 degrees at six. A brief heavy gale with rain and lightning struck Thursday afternoon before clearing to dull chill.
Reports from Christchurch on July 17 describe morning snow followed by heavy rain disrupting events. If the pattern continues many football contests will be postponed.
The ketch Lily bound from Little Akaroa to Lyttelton had sails ripped and dragged its anchor off De Canter Bay rock last night. It burned a blue light and was picked up by the tug Canterbury at 2 a.m. and brought to Lyttelton in safety. A strong south-west wind and hail and rain delayed the steamers from the north today.
A goods train from Dunedin was blocked one mile beyond Waipiata at 6 55 pm and, with two special snow ploughs, reached Ranfurly at 2 45 am. Financial losses from the flood include stock, furniture, and land damage estimated at 1200 to 1800 pounds, with further unmeasured losses expected below Otokin as waters recede. Captain Edwin reports southerly winds, rising glass, and possible frost tonight.
A well attended Library Hall Waterton concert raised funds for the public library. Ashimr ton troupe led by Mr Mc Clurg showcased acts with local talent including the Longbeach Orchestral Party. The program featured songs recitations dances and instrumental numbers ending with Crud Save the King and a late dance session. Proceeds totaled six pounds.
A man named Sutherland faced charges of forging LB Revie's name in liquor ordering and reservation at the Magistrate's Court this morning. The case draws interest as unauthorised persons have previously accessed liquor orders.
Mr John Driver addressed Hawera on July 16 claiming little difference with the government but urging sound finance. He backed Chinese exclusion, freehold retention of the totalisator, opposed Bible reading in schools, and favored a revising chamber elected by provinces.
Brown a driver for a coaching firm admitted delivering liquor to persons suspected of sly grog selling. He was fined £15 plus £8 costs in the Rasthi Stipendiary Magistrate’s Court. This is the first case of the kind heard in the dominion.
Wellington operatives remain on strike while master bakers claim adequate labour and even employed a foreman for pay. In Dunedin the Trades and Labour Council discussed aiding Wellington strikers but will not act, citing the Arbitration Act.
The Customs Department considers strict measures over false certificates of origin by British shippers. Goods labeled Made in Chicago and Made in Germany arrive with British origin certificates. In two recent cases seizure notices were issued, with goods liable to forfeiture.
At the Maori Congress A G Fraser and Herries MP spoke on removing legislative distinctions between pakeha and Maori. Fraser urged equal electoral rolls and voting rights for Maoris, while Herries supported mingling but rejected a colour line, comparing Maori heritage to a mix of Celt Saxon Norman and Dane.
A six room house owned by Mr Blake in Bunnythorpe was totally destroyed by a midnight fire. The family was away at a social gathering. The origin of the blaze is unknown and nothing was saved.
Reports from country correspondents note rabbiters in New South Wales earning from four to five pounds weekly with one case at ten pounds. The Labour Bureau provides rail and steamer tickets tents blankets and rabbit traps to aid workers. The piece also praises F N motor cycles with Christchurch reliability results and notes D Johnston as local agent.
Aventa tea leaves packing method highlights nitrogen and airtight packaging. Manchester Bros promotes tea from Pure Foods at home settings. The notice emphasizes leaf strength, freshness, and preservation during sale events.
Fragmentary text shows unclaimed distributions and a mention of Abbey and Tin returned in exchange for Cottoons. No coherent events or names readable to form a proper summary.
A garbled OCR list shows various chemical items with broken weights including tartaric acid, citric acid, ammonia, and soda carbonate. It reads like a shop or household inventory with per pound pricing and incomplete terms.
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