Land and farm properties offered for sale in Ashburton district
Numerous subdivided properties with well fenced and watered paddocks, houses from four to six rooms, outbuildings, and dairy facilities. Listings include Mount Somers Hinds Methven Winchmore Kyle Seafield Alford Rangitata Coldstream Road Staveley Ealing Ashton Elgin Seafield and more. with 600 acres cultivated and various amenities. Details available at D Thomas office in Ashburton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fitio
Waling
Mount Somers
Hinds
Kyle
Seafield
Alford
Springburn
Winslow
Wheatatone
Goo
Rangitata
Coldstream Road
Staveley
Ealing
Ashton
Elgin
Correspondence on Nonrespondent Opinions
A notice notes that the newspaper does not hold itself responsible for opinions expressed by nonrespondents. It frames the correspondence as a forum for reader viewpoints while distancing the publication from those views.
Wheat Market Tense as Millers and Brokers Clash
In Otago markets a trial of strength unfolds between millers and wheat brokers as shortages loom. Millers face limited stocks and pressure to raise output at a premium while brokers hold the bull of the market amid reports of firm prices and anticipated scarcities through March.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Otago Daily Times
North Otago
South Canterbury
Concert and Social at Lismore Methodist Church
A well attended concert and social at Lismore School in honor of the Lismore Methodist Church featured Mayfield Methodist choir led by James Dellow with solos by Dellow McDowell Sewell and Whiting. Gibbs Band performed three pieces with Gibbs guitar and piano accompaniment by Hight and Williams. speeches, vote of thanks, and church supper closed the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lismore
C. H B. Standage
Mayfield Methodist Choir
James Dellow
Messrs Dellow
McDowell
Sewell
Whiting
D. McKenzie
Subway Overemad Way Petition Sparks Safety Debate
A West Street resident credits Dr. Nicoll for addressing a dangerous crossing near a goods shed. He proposes moving the goods shed further north to reduce trespass and hazard as pedestrians risk crossing the line. He doubts an overlead would help without a barb wire fence and notes personal risk even with steps.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Simnj
Nicoll
West Street
Ashburton Farmers' Union Welcomes Abolition of Sheep Tax
The Ashburton branch held its monthly meeting with S. Chapman chairing. Members discussed the government move to abolish the sheep tax, calling it a fair step and noting £20,000 annual relief for sheep owners. A scission on the Land Bill was announced for next Wednesday in Christ Church. Mrs Prynn was elected a new member.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ashburton
Fariners’ Union
S. Chapman
Messrs
J. Allen
T. Langley
W. Scharding
A. S.hayman
T. Mawson
W. T. Lill
C. Reid
Christchurch
Agricultural Association
Harding
New Zealand Farmers’ Union
Lill
Prynn
State Farms and Industrial Settlements Plan Endorsed
At Christchurch, the Independent Political Labour League backs a government led program to set aside land blocks for State farms and industrial settlements. The plan calls for government initiation, wage steps by ability, employment for all applicants, skill teaching, light work for the unfit, government supplied requisites at a small margin above cost, and a path to self sufficiency. Proceeding to discuss methods at the next meeting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christchurch
Independent Political Labour League
League
Fair Rent Policy Urged by Labour Minister
In Wellington a Labour Minister tells a deputation that Fair Rent would not fix rents to the value of land and that building workers homes is the remedy. He cites 12 homes in Coromandel Street and the plan to provide six and five room houses with land pricing, plus a £80 section cap and £350 to £450 capital each. He notes 250 acres handed to the Land for Settlements Board and pledges to build 30 to 50 houses yearly, with one architect directing plans and site work to keep rents fair.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waterside Workers’ Union
Wellington
Minister of Labour
the Post
Coromandel Street
Upper Hutt
Land For Settlements Board
Sander and Sons Eucalyptus Extract Promoted as Safe Cure
In Victoria Supreme Court testimony a V R a T popular remedy is claimed to cure cold influenza fevers diarrhoea stomach and kidney issues. It is touted as superior to crude eucalyptus oils and as a facial cream promises clear skin and a lasting beautifying effect with demonstrations and product lines from chemists and stores.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sander and Sons
Supreme Court of Victoria
Sandiest and Sons
Confectioners Seek Tariff Reform Change
A deputation from confectioners pressed the Premier and Customs Minister on tariff reform. They warned the new duties would hurt 4400 retailers and 5000 to 6000 workers dependent on the trade, while small local makers gain protection in cheaper grades. The Government promised careful consideration before the Tariff Bill portion is finalized.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. Shirteliffe
Confergionery
Wrening Post
Doan's Ointment Endorsed For Skin Irritation Relief
A reader testifies that Doan's Ointment soothes itching pimples rashes and nettle rash quickly and safely. The notice cites availability at Ashburton Drug Store and recommends the remedy for eczema piles hives and other skin diseases. It notes Pean’s Ointment sold by chemists at 3s per box with postal options from Foster, McClellan Co. in Sydney NSW.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Doan
Mrs Good
Cox Street
Pean
Foster, McClellan Co
Pitt Street
Sydney
N.S.W
Nelligan Urges Practical Empire Focus for Anglican Church
In a book essay, Bishop Nelligan of Auckland criticizes the Anglican Church of New Zealand as haphazard and parochial. He calls for less abstract respectability and more missionary work and practical empire-minded outreach, urging colonial churchmen and a federal council to unite supporters across Empire.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Messrs Longmans, Green and Go
London
Canterbury
Nelligan
Auckland
New Zealand
Bureau of Information
Colonial
Foreign Office
Daugher
Hannington
Tatteson
Field
Selwyn
Broughton
Tyrrel
DANGER IN SEDENTARY HABITS IN HEALTH VIEW
The piece warns that sedentary living is a major modern disease factor. It notes fewer people work outdoors, brain work replacing manual labor, and indoor life fostering digestive disorders. It concludes those who avoid hand labor may lose digestive comfort.
Abbey Peppermint Cure Coupon Promotes New Zealand Remedy
An eclectic poem fragment praises a famous remedy linked to New Zealand and a Great Peppermint Cure. The text references Abbey and a coupon offer, urging readers to try the product for value. It includes odd spellings and scrambled lines from an older advertising style.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
FF Glare
Treland
Wales
Bonnie Sestand
Bartdante
Zealand
Flourmilling Industry Faces Strain as Mills Report Losses
Otago Daily Times notes a local flourmiller’s private assignment to creditors suggesting five figure liabilities and four figure creditor claims in the grain trade. Amid high wheat prices, mills lose money turning wheat into flour and several smaller northern mills may close. Southern mills with stock bought earlier may cut output unless premium prices rise. The trade’s unusual current position will draw close scrutiny.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Otago Daily Times
New Zealand
Bac
Arbitration Court in New Zealand Slater Reflects on Labor Gains
The workers' representative in the Arbitration Court, interviewed by a New Zealand Times reporter, notes the court first sat on July 7, 1860. He has served under six presidents and with two employers' reps, praising labor gains and improved conditions in lower trades and skilled crafts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arbitration Court
New Zealand Times
Slater
Canterbury
The Cause and Effect of Earthquakes Revealed
The article explains a theory on deep earth pressures shaping seismic activity. It links high subterranean pressures and heated water to rock dissolution, lava flows, and volcanic eruptions, describing how pressure release shifts crust and creates earthquakes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hudgen
Maxim
Space
Earth
Household Furnishings Arcade Opens in Dover
Wu and Dover of Tan cred Street announce relocation to the Salvation Army Hall on Lock Street where a large furniture arcade will operate. They offer cabinet work, upholstering, trench polishing, and framing with estimates on short notice. High reductions in prices announced for a grand opening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dover
Tancred Street
Salvation Army Hall
Havelock Street
Gecda
Wanchester
Ponouneers
Woodwork Imitation Stone and Furnishings Displayed
A catalog notes that woodwork of every description can be marbled to imitate the original stone. The item list includes mantels and furniture as examples, ranging from coal scuttles to chests of drawers.
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David Thomas
Farmers’ Co-Operative Association
Mera
D. Thomas
Thomas
Pritchard
Posus
Ike Ayer
Isis
George Sectoral
Poumogteted
Lowell
Ske
Cormick
Deering
Osborne
Reapers
Binders
Argade
B. Thomas
Farmers’ Union
DA Nelligan
Abbey
Haireloth
Vitscrele and Turner
Burnett Street
Arsist
Mina
McKenzie, Lintyoud
H. J. Stevens
Mouney
Hare Clainisn
Weat Street
Walter Pickles
G. H. Buchanan
Burnete Street
Perry, Perry & Kinnerney, Solicitors
Timaru
H. Bushelel
East Street
Gilmour
Smith Mackwell
F. Potter
Saddler
Burnett St
Kaye & Carter
Grain and Seed Merchants
Sharpiia & Co. Ltd
Alford Forest
AVING
Maiden Bush
HEART
Black Birch
MEER
Manchester Bros
Johnson & Couzins
Colombo Street
Reves
Gashel Street
Press
Greenwich
N.Z
the Manufacturing Jewellers
Hight Street
Frimley Jam
Slade Frost
Frimley Pie
Cash Supply Stores
Barningham
Zealandia
Bome Ten
Manchester
Icos
Mitchell and
Turner
Capilea Uaia- Tong
Bata
Hutba
Ty Ad Chamiste
Haiedreacare Bid
Sta
Boa Barrik
Johnston & Turnes
Featherston Streat
Llewellyn Owen
A. Mus
Mug
Aca
RANDS
Moore Street
Kilworth
Abermain Coal
Proprietors
Bermain Sydney. Co., Utd
Thos, Brown
Hereford Street
Wahoo
Loasby
Koolibah
Billy
All Christs and Storekeeper
Far East
Ls &d
Manchester Bras
Fon Moore
Undertaker
Ashiurton
Ashburton, Waimate and
Oamara
Nsurance Department
Original Insurances
Sterling
Newman
Somerset Hotel
Oolman
Mang
Jancox
Rebar Beil
Gillce
Buryty Street
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