24 Jul 1907
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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Jul 24, 1907
Page
1
The article argues that thirst is natural and its control matters to health. It explains thirst as a body response to liquid deprivation, notes water's essential role in nutrition and bodily function, and highlights its superiority to food in sustaining life. It cites that humans can't live as long without water as without food.
In May 1891 at Chatham a sapper under Colonel Hisdate inhaled coal gas from a balloon and appeared dead. Oxygen was delivered to his lungs by pressure, reviving him in about ten seconds. He soon recovered fully and praised the method as a potential boon for dangerous mining and industrial work.
The article discusses farmer luck vs town fortune, noting weather, frost, and disease shape outcomes. It argues capital and prudent management beat luck, as timing and markets influence farming progress and earnings across seasons.
The Times says the destruction of Kingston is not an unmixed evil. It notes the city was unlovely, with ruined areas and a poor water front. The earthquake exposes an opportunity to rebuild Kingston with a saner, better harbour and water front.
A feature highlights the TIGER blend of peas touted for taste and wellness. It notes the product’s appeal to health conscious consumers and its potential role in balanced meals.
A deputation to the Minister of Customs cited burdens on cities and councils from the revised tariff raising duties on cast iron pipes and electrical appliances. The minister defended policy to stimulate local industry and noted remissions totaling £370,000 with £192,000 in increases, signaling limited relief and potential aid on copper and insulating wire if engineers assist.
At a public meeting in Wellington a branch of the National League of New Zealand was formed. Premier spoke in support, saying the movement would train public opinion for times of peace and potential national defense, and he would aid its development on sound lines.
At the Racing Conference Sir George Clifford presided as a motion urged licensing of owners. Samuel of New Plymouth moved to form a permanent committee to investigate corrupt practices in racing. The amendment opposed gambling harm, but the motion was defeated as debate shifted. The Metropolitan Committee will not approve race programmes with hurdles below the accepted height. A £150 grant was approved for the Stud Lock compiler if Clifford is re elected president and a motion appreciating his services passed.
Wellington July 22 The Rugby Union officials questioned the published professional team list on Saturday noting another later version with twenty five names and three added Auckland players and one from Taranaki. They doubt Dir Wylie’s Sydney claim and say eight or nine signatories may have intended to break the declaration. The Union will take no action now and trusts the players’ honor.
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