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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Jun 06, 1914
Page
3
Mr Gerard Austin has lodged £6000 in gold with the Sportsman for a Langford versus Johnson world championship match, likely in London in October.
The American Cup report notes Shamrock IV excels beating to windward and should show well in light to moderate breezes. After a four hour Portsmouth trial she distanced Shamrock II and pleased critics with steady performance.
London reports alleged welshing at Thirst Park. A bookmaker circulated handbills claiming to be a former Windsor chorister who sang at King Edward’s wedding.
Christchurch reports a sale of trotting stock and gear by H Matson and Co for the late Charles Kerr. Horses and items listed include Wild Agnes bred by Rothschild J Bryce Deyell and Brankin. Prince Imperial colt Yearling. and a filly with foal by Wildwood Junior. The event notes Dunedin and Ashburton cups with recent wins and a consistent performance by The Cornet.
In Dunedin on June 5 the Tug of War Championship tournament continued before a large crowd. Fifth and sixth rounds included Telegraph No 1 defeating Dunedin Police, Hoffman Bros beating Auckland Police, and several other teams such as Tavercatgill Grailing Club, Spring Hills, Inch Valley, and Bebau's West Coast securing victories amid a series of results and defaults.
Hampstead defeated Ashburton Borough School by 28 points to nil in the first local schools rugby match yesterday. The Hampstead boys displayed creditable form for youth and benefited from prior experience. Mrs. Thomas acted as referee.
A yesterday golf contest for a trophy from Mr TJ Bullock concluded with top net scores by Mrs D Wood 36 Miss GC Friedlander 42 and Miss O Priedlander 42.
The Public Works Department informs Ashburton County that Lake Coleridge works aim to provide power across Canterbury with a transmission line to Timaru if needed. No completion date is set, but once Christchurch is supplied the line may be extended. Staff are currently occupied with ongoing works.
On Thursday evening a local party visited the Tuarangi Old Men's Home and staged a concert for the residents. The program featured Misses I. Kerr R. Fountaine M. Wishart Be Craigie M. Andrews and Messrs Tf. Blackwood G. W. Andrews W. BR. Andrews I Burgess E. Bastion and Master Stormer with Mrs T. Pethick and Miss B. Kerr as accompanists. Supper was provided.
The Allenton Sunday School concert at Allenton Schoolroom drew a large audience last night. Rev. G. Miller presided. The program featured soups recitations and instrumental selections. Proceeds reached eight pounds. Miss Lotden, a former teacher, was honored with a bound Book of Common Prayer and Hymns presented by W. S. Watson.
A new programme of pictures at Wis Majesty's Theatre features a re production of the Irish patriotic play Por the Wearing of the Green and a top tier of films. General Huerta’s troops in Mexico City, The Engineer's Daughter drama, a Marrakech scenic, a Pathe colour travel piece and several comedies complete the bill. A benefit performance on Monday supports Hampstead School funds.
The American Musical Burlesque Company presents The Grafters in a modern musical comedy with bright singing original dancing and witty dialogue on tour through Melbourne Sydney and Australia. The production features tableaux on the San Francisco Exposition 1915 Tango and Lancaster Quartette among others with William Anderson managing a large cast for a one night stand at Theatre Royale. Boxes on sale at Gates's until 6 20 p.m.
The Efakatore Todge team will represent in a miniature rifle match against M.U. on Monday night. Selected players include W J Dalley, G Service, Clarke, G Smith, Messen, Jobberns, Rabilliard, B Osborne, Passelt, Baigent, Tutty, and H Arnst.
Ancient health note claims no healthy person has foul breath and blames digestion. It urges Baxter's Compound Quinine Pills to tonic digestive organs, improve blood, and refresh appetite. Sold for 1s 6d a box from chemists or J. Baxter and Co. Christchurch.
The Regent extends its gift scheme following requests from hundreds of smokers seeking free gifts. A gift catalogue is available today through Regent Box 331 Wellington.
A list of discounted gold jewelry items from E Allen and J E Allen including gold bracelets by price range from 10s to 100s with new sale figures. Brooches earrings pendants and pattered items show substantial markdowns across multiple ages and styles.
Promotes nerves digestion growth and strength using cod liver oil and lime and soda. Claims soothing healing and flesh strengthening effects with palatable formula. Urges readers to obtain LANES Emulsion in two sizes from EB G LAME Chemist with circular information and testimonials.
A local shop announces a freshly opened stock of heavy weight winter suitings. The collection highlights London fashion colors such as Heather Browns, Civies, Greys, wide single thread stripe, and blues, inviting customers to call and view the selection.
Business notices announce a massive clearance by Fletcher Bros with thousands of pounds of stock to sell before December when the landlord requires the premises. An enormous haul of hardware and china ware will be cleared rapidly at any price, inviting buyers to come and grab bargains.
A chaotic list of discounted sundries and grocery items shows reduced prices on cocoa, syrup, candles, coffee essences, fruit preserves, soaps, salts, teas, detergents, and hardware. The catalog includes multiple brands, tins, bottles, and packets with clearing prices and bulk offers across diverse goods.
A catalog style notice details a wide range of wholesale items including oils, nets, fruit preserves, canned goods, baking supplies, acids, cleaners, staples, nails, seeds, and dried fruits with assorted prices and packaging. It reads like a shop ledger listing per unit and bulk quantities across multiple categories.
A historical listing shows flour types with Crown or Canterbury sacks priced at 20s 6d per 100lb bag and various bag weights. oatmeal brands like Thistle Diamond and Tor Outing appear with prices, alongside dried milk products from Glaxo and Neave's Food. Prices reflect old currency formats and packaging terms.
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