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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Jul 20, 1909
Page
4
Carpenter journeymen recount little job opportunities as houses in the borough remain scarce. They note large alterations cost little, the council’s additions, and suggested shifts toward closer settlement, more farming, and attracting moneyed settlers to fill shops and boost work.
In London on July 18 the press report notes keen competition and firm prices across wool types. Total bales cataloged reach 118 561 with 207 533 sold and the latest clip values showing Old 113d and Kakanui 193d per bale.
A shell mixed with disused ammunition exploded at Royal Artillery Barracks Troubridge, injuring two and wounding three as a French and British dispatch noted July 19 reports from London. Other items cover Quai d Estrale harbour works opening, Bulow's farewell, and finances from PrattWhitney Australia and Queensland National Bank.
One hundred sixty miners were jailed for seven days for non-payment of damages after a pit stoppage. They will be imprisoned in batches. Keir Hardie spoke in Northumberland urging a general coalfield stoppage to show working class solidarity with Scottish miners.
A clearing sale was held at Green Street on Monday on account of Mr F. H. Hockings who recently sold his farm. Attendance was good and prices were satisfactory for horses cattle sheep and acres of farm implements including harrows, ploughs, cultivators, rollers, drills and reapers. Potatoes, chaff and sacks sold at market rates with a large range of sundries also offered.
The Dunedin Police Commission resumed with Sub-Inspector Phair denying Wright the chief clerk is the real Commissioner. Witnesses from the force spoke on pay, recruitment, and duties including education inquiries. The commission adjourned to meet in Gamaru on Wednesday.
About forty Wellington police members met to back Commissioner Minnie amid criticism at the Dunedin Royal Commission. They condemn alleged false reports about Wellington barracks and vow to hire counsel to safeguard officers rights during the commission's Wellington sittings.
A local advertiser announces deep price cuts on mutton and beef for cash deliveries to town and suburbs. Ewe mutton sides two pence, hindquarters eight pence, forequarters two shillings six pence, legs four pence, joins eight pence, trimmed joins four pence, necks one shilling, shoulders one penny, chops six ad, and waning stock of prime wether mutton at cost price. Booking fee half to one penny per head. 24 percent discount on accounts paid within a month. Trial solicited.
President Taft urged Congress to reaffirm free entry for Philippine oil coal hides and iron ore and cut lumber duties. Manila officials’ tariff plan is unlikely to change much. Colton expects foreign cotton imports to fall, aiding American mills. The Philippines Treasury would face loss offset by inland revenue tax on domestic and import goods.
Reliable local report says Hadley Petroleum Company struck oil tonight on Carrington road. Indications from Taranaki Petroleum No. 2 bore show continued flow with no sign of slowing. Oil and Freehold Company's activity improves as industry prospects look promising.
A Wellington deputation representing the Wellington City Council met Acting-Premier Mr Carroll to protest an Order in Council granting a company the right to take its main road through city boundaries to Miramar. Former mayors Hislop and Aitken attended and urged arbitration as a solution, with Carroll promising to delay action for a reasonable time.
Mr A W Hogg addressed about two hundred people at Petone praising Labour unity. He urged workers to unite on land labour and capital and to act for their own benefit and future security.
The High Commissioner reports via London dated July 18 on meat and dairy markets. Mutton prices steady Canterbury brands 23d. North Island dull with 4d rise attempted. Butter firm New Zealand stock £7s. cheese demand good with New Zealand and Canadian quotes. Grain and pulses show quiet but firm wheat and oats with varied New Zealand supply. beans and peas keep prices up amid tight supplies.
The Appeal Court weighs a declaratory judgment case by railway guard John Doudsy who argues fourteen years service should count in full. He alleges an eight year credit, with a break from April 1899 to March 1900. Counsel for the plaintiff includes Skerrett and Ostler. for the defense, Professor Salmond.
Westport reports last week's coal production reached 18 575 tons a new record, beating the prior week by 114 tons for the period ending July 38.
The No-Heenae conference at Auvorland on July 19 passed a resolution approving the appointment by the Alliance of the Rev. W Isitt as general organiser.
The death is announced of Don Carlos from apoplexy in Verese Italy born 1848 as grand nephew of ordinand VII he claimed the Crown of Spain asserting Isabella was barred by Salic law. He fought in 1872 as Charles VII ruling northern Spain until 1876 then retired. In Auckland July 19 the Hon Henry De Bolun Dovareaux died aged sixty at Epsom widow and six children. One son killed in the Boer War.
An old advertisement extols Zam-Bak for chaps chilblains cold sores and chafings caused by harsh winter weather. It cites safer skin care during cold days with testimonials about relief and cure of irritation plus a price per pot and family size option.
A brief item reports a hacking cough keeping children awake at night linked to Woods and the Great Peppermint Cure. The entry lists doses 1e 6g and 2s 6d with no further context.
The Hawke's Bay Drovers and Shepherds Industrial Union of Workers pressed for an award arguing casual nature of drovers work. Employers warned an award might disrupt relations. Wages in Hawke's Bay cited as the highest in the dominion. A committee to set admission qualifications was proposed. Conciliation Commissioner P L Haliy would review the evidence.
The new British and Japanese Dreadnoughts exceed 17 900 tons and push 20 000 tons with turbine engines, faster speeds of 20 to 22 knots, and heavy armament including ten 12 inch guns. Underwater protection and higher costs move navies toward concentrated firepower. The predecessor Lord Nelson class weighed 16 400 tons with older guns and no turbines.
The Old Rectory at Caversham in England, once Henry VII’s gift to Cardinal Wolsey, is listed for sale. The mulberry court in the grounds recalls 1643 Civil War fighting around the rectory.
A concise note describes a simple, delicious light supper that promotes good sleep and nutrition. It emphasizes ease of preparation and mentions recipes included in an orchard packet for quick reference.
A local notice extols Dr Fellow’s Pile Cones as a cure with numerous patient testimonials. The author claims many readers were cured after using the remedy and urges readers to buy from H Stevens wholesale druggist.
A brief notice cites a price of 823 6d per acre or a larger holding as a deeded interest. Details are limited but indicate a sale by a concern or executor and reference to per acre valuation.
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