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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Jun 05, 1920
Page
4
Athens reports Venizelos will keep martial law until the Constantine threat is removed. He dismisses claims King Alexander plans to stay away. In Rome Constantine says Greece will recall him and that elections will restore him.
London June 3 The Sir Douglas Haig Officers Association agrees to take 12 500 shares as a start in Australian farms and plans a meeting with business leaders to seek additional financial support. Sir Arthur Stanley and Christopher H Turner join the London Board as influential figures weigh broader British capital for overseas settlement. The committee urges extending the scheme to other Australian States.
A conference of the New Zealand Returned Soldiers Association voted unanimously to admit British veterans of former wars as active members on the recommendation of the Auckland branch. Proponents argued repatriation completed, a cordial welcome should extend to veterans of other wars. Mr E F Andrews noted many South African veterans participated in the Great War. Other war veterans would be proud to wear the association badge, and support was urged.
Fine weather helps wrap the Dunedin Jockey Club day where hurdles were led by Achilleus and Taieri Handicap saw Bengeroop win by a length and a quarter. Steeplechase results included Crib defeating Black Sex and Diavolo, with others close behind.
In fine weather at Christchurch Canterbury Park trots drew a large crowd. Amateur Tavern saw Willie Mac win by ten lengths in 43.6 seconds. Progress Handicap winner Lovebird led Parkfield and Theseus home. Delville Wood captured by six lengths in 6.07.5. King George Handicap went Stockade, Agathos second, Albert Cling third, by a length in 4. ec. Maturity Handicap saw Miss Hdith prevail by ten lengths with Peter King and Saints Bell behind. The Whip won Advance Handicap by two lengths over Joyful and Sympathy. Elevation Handicap winner Electrocute with Bluewood second and Theseus third by a length in 4.05.
The Oaks Gather Charlebella L inna NDON Boselet 3 reported with Enns notes at 9 25 am. Master record shows fragmented OCR readable facts without clear events or outcomes.
In Arizona's mining region large chimney stocks emit gases carrying copper debris. The daily total ranges from three to nine tons, indicating substantial material release into the air.
In the Commons Mr Lloyd George says the San Remo council on April 26 decided Allied representatives should meet Krassin and other Russian trade delegates in London. Krassin heads the delegation and also serves as a Soviet Government minister and represents the Russian cooperative organisation. The government aims to settle issues before trade talks, notably the release of British prisoners in Russia.
Reports from London indicate industrial strife as gas workers near a nationwide walkout over wages. A ballot shows overwhelming support for proceeding with the stoppage on the 26th of the month.
In London June 3 press reports hail Hinckler’s Turin flight as one of the era’s most remarkable given the small 35 hp engine on a large aeroplane. Aeroplane notes Hinckler as a fine navigator and an exceptional pilot with a war record. He came to England at his expense and served with the Royal Naval Air Force in anti Zeppelin, trench, and Italian waters reconnaissance.
The Returned Soldiers' Association held a meeting to address rising living costs and adopted many resolutions. They called for government action to reduce paper currency, levy war profits, inspect traders’ invoices, fix prices, cut customs on essentials, tax luxuries, and export taxes on wool. They urged abolishing income tax for life-necessity companies and a child allowance for low incomes, plus housing reforms and land taxation moves. The association plans to push these resolutions to the government.
Vancouver May 21 Women play a growing role in the current wave of price collapses sweeping the United States. Newspapers praise the potential to avert panic while acknowledging high money costs and widespread retrenchment. The Federal Reserve Board's demand for cutbacks has banks limiting cash for holding or speculating in luxury goods. The result is widespread dumping of stored goods. Silk, fur, and clothing are mainly affected so far, with food prices likely to remain firm due to reduced seed acreage and farm labor shortages.
The fragment notes influence from Hor and Woods touting a peppermint cure. It references age nineteen and twenty nine in a brief promotional claim.
In the House of Commons the Home Rule Bill faced a proposal by Captain Coote to omit the provision granting the Superial Government control of Ireland's armed forces. Walter Long argued troops were still deployed to Ireland to restore order and warned against Sinn Fein control. Sir Edward Carson urged limiting the move to specific powers and cautioned that the bill risks separation. Ulster complaints rose as the amendment was defeated without a division.
London reports Sian Fenners attacked and destroyed five coastguard stations. A government troopship lands soldiers at Bantry Bay with full equipment while two thousand Marines head to Queenstown to reinforce coast stations. Sinn Fein actions have left signalling stations out of action.
The United States House of Representatives adopts a resolution affirming equality of the Irish cause by a majority of 843 to 3. The action marks congressional support for Irish issues during the period.
The State Department ordered an inquiry into the burning of the British flag in Washington by members of the Irish Freedom Movement. The British Embassy has not protested or taken steps.
Professor George von Zedlitz sues for 1000 damages over a July 29 1919 letter allegedly accusing wartime misdeeds by Victoria College staff. He denies arrest or internment and seeks apology. trial before Justice Edwards and a jury continues with the defendant’s case to be heard.
The jury in the Von Zeilitz case found the matter published by the New Zealand Times to be false and awarded £100 damages. The court granted the plaintiff costs as for a one day hearing.
The Canterbury Education Board recommended appointing Mr J Tucker as a representative on the Ashburton High School Board. It also named Mr Robert Bell to replace the late Mr W B Denshire, noting Bell’s strong interest and his gifts to educational institutions.
The forecast indicates southeast winds increasing, dull conditions with much mist and fog in places. Heavy rain is probable with snow on high country and rising rivers. Barometer shows a falling tendency, then rise 24 to 36 hours later.
General Birdwood in Wellington at a luncheon praised the close wartime bond between New Zealand and Australian forces. He urged ongoing mutual defence cooperation with close ties to India and Australia, noting the need for a unified regional security approach and a cautious view on the League of Nations.
London reports Premier Theodore defends referendum as cumbersome for state disputes and denies Keith’s claim that Labour control would abolish the Queensland Council. Theodore says the council’s independence remains safe under Labour, while Keith warns of risks to British investor security.
Edward McKewen licensee of the Marine Hotel Port Chalmers was found drowned at Mussel Bay yesterday afternoon. He left home at 2 15 pm to catch the train to Dunedin and it is believed he fell from the carriage after the train started injuring his head and he rolled into the water. In Feilding a motor car accident occurred at Sandon last night when a Palmerston North Eltham service car left the road and overturned. Passenger Harrison was seriously injured. others escaped with minor injuries.
H Carson advertises a wide stock of tyres including 98 x 8 Goodyear 29 x 34 Goodyear 710 x 90 Fisk 760 x 90 Goodyear and Fisk 30 x 8 Clincher 80 x 84 Michelin Clincher and Cross ranges with Dunlop Retreads 82 x 8 Goodyear. Tube sizes 780 x 65 700 x 5 716 x 80 30 3 80 x 54 51 x 4 52 x 4 88 x %.4. All prices subject to 5 percent cash discount.
General J C Smuts in a Daily Chronicle interview argues Britain must realign its constitutional position with a world empire framework. He says the old empire is gone but the machinery remains and warns dissolution would be revolutionary without equal status among dominions under the King.
Prince on tour continues with stops at Castlemaine and Bendigo. Crowds greeted him enthusiastically as locals replaced a royal parade with a platform viewing and the journey ended with a return to Melbourne.
Reports from London June 4 say the Federation Conference discussed the decision of the International Federation of Trades Unions to boycott Hungary starting June 20 by halting all traffic. Speakers cited severe oppression of Hungarian trade unionists and referred the matter to Parliament and the Triple Alliance.
Sydney reports public outcry over MPs voting a 400 pound annual salary rise without consulting voters. Some Labour MPs offer 25 percent of the increase to party funds, others donate 50 percent to public charities in their electorates. The raise drew hostile demonstrations against Mr Hughes and other royal function participants in Melbourne.
Disease strikes Vera Cruz as plague spreads rapidly. Reports say authorities seek public aid and citizens subscribe to battle the outbreak while Mexico City notes the development. Date references include June 4 and June 5 reports in circulation.
The article notes a so called holy stone used historically to clean ship decks. It mentions sailors kneeling to use it and connects the term to Sunday morning practices.
Minister Harowetz outlined Czech plans to swap raw materials for imports amid finance and exchange-rate hurdles. He noted nine months of US credits for cotton imports and proposed experimental trade with Australia and New Zealand using textiles porcelain and paper as payment while urging sample material shipments to Czech manufacturers for trial.
June 4 report from Antwerp notes Australian wool sales with moderate bidding and irregular prices. About eleven thousand bales were offered and 2200 found buyers, reflecting uneven demand and price levels.
Merchants report a quiet week with most business among traders. Wheat supply remains tight as mills reject lines of varying quality and fowl wheat stays unavailable. oats show a firm stance with ongoing merchant activity and rising inquiries if Australian duties change. Potatoes sit in a near deadlock as North Island contracts are filled and growers await embargo details. chaff demand stays strong but shipping space limits supply.
The New Zealand Farmers" Co op Association Limited offered a 608 acre 1 rood 33 perches property for sale near Methven by public auction on behalf of Messrs Jaine and Henley. The land was passed in at 26 pounds per acre.
The weekly sale drew good attendance with poultry fair and fat pigs and weaners well represented. Prices listed include poultry hens 2s to 7s 8d roosters 3s to 7s 9d ducks 6s to 7s 6d per head. pigs fats £4 15s to £7 porkers 61s to 88s stores 32s to 50s weaners 1s to 29s bear 44 guineas. calves 2s to 16s. potatoes 6s to 10s per sack onions 1id per lb apples 5s to 6s 6d per case pears 7s 6d per case.
The article notes the rise of specialist boot repair firms like Messrs Gough and Son, Christchurch, whose large expert staff and modern machinery deliver high quality work at moderate prices. They extend services to Ashburton via Tancred Street shop with freight paid both ways and delivery of repaired boots and shoes.
Auckland endures tramway service suspension as drivers and conductors strike. Citizens walk to work or use high fare motor vehicles while the Transport Advisory Board urges a settlement. Jockeys and transport workers debate holiday implications as meetings continue.
Auckland railways faced heavy crowds as tramway workers strike, with an estimated 2000 extra passengers into the city. The Railway Department added suburban and mainline seating. a rush hour saw over 1000 more tickets sold than usual. Minister Herries ordered mediation via Conciliation Commissioner Hally and Labour Department staff gathered details to explain the dispute origin tied to the Transport Workers' Federation.
The Auckland City Council formed a special committee to manage the tramway dispute. The statement notes tram service has ceased due to workers refusing duty and the council will lay up cars and issue a week's notice to affected employees. Control of service must be retained until operation is restored.
Report from Auckland notes Transport Workers Advisory Board meets to discuss tramway strikes and jockeys dispute. Drivers present but no settlement terms communicated to press. Conference to resume tonight with late hour expected. union members and jockeys have not signaled riding commitments.
Weather forced the postponement of races in Auckland. A heavy rain early in the day deterred suburban travel and many residents used vehicles to reach the city, with large crowds turning out. Officials reported no prospect of improvement and rescheduled the events for Monday.
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