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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Jul 28, 1909
Page
4
The letter-writer attacks the trans pagans folly and hypocrisy of White Ribboners and modern moralists. He urges teaching children the Ten Commandments and Christ’s words about lust and inward defilement, condemning secularism and outward looks over inner virtue.
A reader praises the article Scoundrels with Impunity and urges women to act to protect youth. The letter argues mothers must know where children spend evenings, promote home life, and restore a closing curfew. It extols women as moral shapers in society.
A Christchurch joint conference of the Trades and Labour Council and Industrial Association debated unemployment and import competition. Speakers cited imports of woollen goods and urged a “Made in New Zealand” label to boost local production and employment. The meeting planned a follow up with expanded delegation.
The advertisement promotes Peps as a safe pleasant tasting remedy for children facing croup bronchitis and whooping cough. It claims Peps disinfect mouth and nasal cavities ease throat and lung irritation and speed recovery when inhaled steam aids penetration. Family use advised with pricing ld and large family size.
In Holland horses are fed on the following daily ration with great success: oats 12 1b hey 66 1b straw 8 8lb.
A London correspondent narrates a detailed tour of Greater London highlights. He notes Westminster Abbey and the Tower, the British Museum, galleries like the National and Tate, and many parks. He surveys Imperial Exhibition displays from New Zealand, mentions local officials, and reports on sanitation and poverty improvements. He also covers the Home Fleet review and a pro Dreadnought stance from the Prime Minister.
Emily Aves faced Highgate charges for sleeping out and lack of visible means but was discharged after producing £11 in cash and several items including four diamond rings a gold watch two gold chains gold earrings and a gold brooch from garments. A note on a massive American locomotive and Maori superstition follows.
Hampstead Town Board held an ordinary meeting with Commissioners Thompson O Carroll Cunningham Wilson and Alidraiva present. Reports covered the ranger’s visits, cattle issues, tree concerns, a lease tender, infectious disease notices, employment applications, and lamp installation plans with financial summaries and payments authorized.
Sir Charles Lucas and Mr A A Pearson addressed a New Zealand luncheon. The speakers praised Old Country ties, stressed enterprise and individual achievement, and urged deeds over words to defend and build the empire. Mr Pearson admired New Zealanders strong patriotism.
A brief piece argues responsibility and profit sharing keep sons on the farm. It warns against neglecting a chest cold and laughs at a misused remedy before stressing health as a foundation for staying on the land.
Minister of Agriculture T Mackenzie announced a new plan to improve New Zealand dairy output. The government will expand Dairy Produce Division staff and extend inspections to farms to identify unsatisfactory milk and target faulty suppliers. An officer will oversee each factory group to advise managers and trace sources of bad milk. The move aims to raise New Zealand dairy products in world markets and reduce inspection costs.
The Wellington City Council, after consulting its adviser, approves seeking an injunction against a Government Order-in-Council to allow a gas main from Wellington to Miramar. The Town Clerk notes pending litigation and potential Court of Appeal reference, with the Government not withholding the Order if the Council is not seen as merely entering litigation to gain advantage.
Readers and patients share testimonials from Dunedin Mornington Lovell's Mat and other towns, praising Lane's Emulsion for asthma bronchitis coughs and weak lungs. The ad claims physicians regularly prescribe it and invites more letters to Lane Medicine Co Oamaru NZ with prices 4/6 and 8/6.
LLEWELLYN OWEN teacher of music in all branches offers instruction for Maglia Academic examinations and related boards. Students prepared for exams held by the Magliak Academic.
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