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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Jun 03, 1912
Page
2
May vital statistics for Christchurch show births 210 deaths 77 and marriage notices 66 with 11 marriages in office. Canterbury College undergraduates plan a two day capping carnival June 14 15 Burlesque skits and melodrama featured.
The notice lists sale prices per good item with unit quotes. Each good shows a price per piece and per yard, including 22/6 per pair, 4/9 per pair, 2/- and 2/6 per yard. The format indicates bulk and unit pricing for assorted textiles.
A seven year old boy faced the Christchurch Juvenile Court on a charge of not being under proper control. The mother admitted thrashing him after he returned late at night, while witnesses said she bullied and beat the child, leaving him bloodied. Neighbours and a child protection society secretary testified to the severity of the abuse.
Veterans across wars from Crimea to the Mutiny gathered around Queen Victoria’s statue in Christchurch to mark ten years since the South African War and honor Canter bury dead. Chaplain-Captain H D Burton led the service with Sir Joseph Ward Colonel Heard and many officers present. Five wreaths were laid. hymns and the National Anthem followed. Colonel Heard interviewed Crimea and Mutiny veterans in Victoria Square after the ceremony.
The annual concert in aid of the Allenton Sunday School prize fund was held Friday night before a crowded house. With Rev G B Inglis presiding, performances by Mrs J G Craighead and others drew praise. Proceeds netted over £9 as the school reported steadier use and 12 teachers, six new this year, while sending £3 to the Southern Maori mission despite higher costs.
The Royal Picture Company presents tonight at the Theatre Royal a varied programme including topical dramatic scenic industrial and comedy pictures likely to appeal to a wide audience.
At Theatre Royal Friday and Saturday the Norwood and Von Arx Combined Shows present hypnotism by Professor Everett Norwood and a catalepsy test. The act includes soldiers imitations and a snow sleigh ride with George Murphy the comedy juggler. Box plan available at H B Joness.
A nostalgic speaker recalls youth and old days while praising 7 W. H. E. Woods' Great Peppermint Cure as the one modern remedy he extols. The verse frames the product as a standout in contemporary times amid changing tastes.
Our new stock landed presents Brass Rail Fenders and Fire Brasses offered at May Sale prices. Prices range from 6d to 15d for sets, with several slightly damaged fenders available at deep discounts. Seize the opportunity for substantial savings on these items.
A vintage ad fragment promotes Rubber Bottles for winter use. It claims the Unique First Quality bottles offer long lasting comfort, lasting six to ten years if used properly. The wording emphasizes durability and a single trusted brand.
A fragment details reductions on firearms from J. Hollis and Sons and Smith and Sons in Birmingham. Breech-loading guns with fluid steel barrels, Nitro powder readiness, and price ranges from six pounds to seven pounds are advertised, with emphasis on the sale's discount.
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