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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Jun 06, 1913
Page
3
An advertisement proclaims the establishment as appointed on merit to dress Ashburton’s notable clientele. It emphasizes dignity, manliness, smartness and solid appearance as features of every suit, claimed irrespective of price.
Guerry defeated Hampshire by innings and 40 runs as Hayes scored 161 and Mead 116. Hitch claimed six wickets for 45 runs, according to a London report dated June 5.
Berlin June 4 France's Decugis defeated Rake in five sets in Wiesbaden in the Germany France match. New York June 4 in Davis Cup first singles McLoughlin meets Rice and Williams plays Doust. Doubles Saturday McLoughlin Hackett vs Doust Jones. Monday singles McLoughlin vs Doust Williams vs Rice. Jones may play singles if fit.
The Auckland Racing Club Winter meeting closed in fine weather with a large crowd. Master Jack won the Hunt Club Cup while Adherent captured the Napper Tandy, Haskayne prevailed in the York Welter, Glenmore took the Winter Steeplechase, and Watch Chain led the Campbell Hurdle. Totals show £84,466 on the day and £102,032 for the meeting, up from last year.
The Miniature Rifle Club releases the first round draw of inter Lodge matches for the Ashburton United friendly. June fixtures include Foresters versus Oddfellows (M.U.) at Hakatere and Druids v. Oddfellows, with subsequent June 16 and 23 clashes among Foresters Druids and Hakatere Oddfellows.
The South Island Dairy Association opened its annual meeting in Dunedin with 58 delegates. President John Gray led discussions praising cheese sales of £12,000 and urging federation with the North Island to improve dairy disposal, while considering Home-bound cheese exhibits for English merchants.
The fragment touts a cheerful mood and urges smoking Regent cigars with a smile. It claims fragrance purity and preference for inhalers, then mentions forty free gifts as an incentive.
Residents of Elgin and surrounding districts gathered in the Elgin school room to bid farewell to Mrs John Brown and her family who are leaving for Ashburton after years in the area. The event featured speeches, gifts including a hot water service and a gold brooch, and a dance. A separate presentation at Mr Stoddart's hotel honored Miss Beatrice Walker on the eve of her marriage with a dinner service and other tokens.
Supreme Court in Auckland heard an application to wind up Belmont Land Company formed in 1907 with £10,000 capital to buy a 900 acre Belmont estate in Hutt Valley. Shareholder Ziman filed the petition. B W Burton opposed, noting creditors among shareholders. Judge Cooper reserved decision after arguments on solvency and ongoing negotiations.
In Timaru on June 5 the Supreme Court considered a man slaughter charge after a fatal collision on April 1 between C. H. Desley and cyclist Percy Dixon a postal official. The jury found an error of judgment rather than culpable negligence and the judge ruled acquittal.
In Timaru on June 5 the court began a civil action by builders against a local timber merchant and Walter Shaw, solicitor, over a block of shops. The plaintiffs claim £2000 for work on Shaw’s buildings. the defendant says payment was for his partner’s work. The case resumes tomorrow.
Auckland June 5 Justice Cooper heard Yates and Crane versus Yates and others in an originating summons about the will of Annie Yates Parengarenga. The court considered whether gross income meant entire receipts or gross profits after costs. turnover of the camn trade was about £15,000 and the store about £10,000 a year. judgment reserved.
West End tailoring in Ashburton advertises seasonable materials and perfect fitting garments. The copy emphasizes quality fabrics and contemporary style for clients seeking refined, well made clothing.
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