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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Jun 14, 1916
Page
6
In a terse tribute, officers commend the men for their strong work and readiness for action, noting Germart and smarkmanship as key traits. The passage reflects morale and resolve despite deteriorating conditions and a challenging period ahead.
A Londres correspondent reports that German raids were thwarted as many commerce raiders failed pirate operations. The May 31行动 escort of a large number of vessels is described. few ships reportedly returned to port after engagement with Allied forces.
The Liquor Control Board has bought all Carlisle breweries and about 300 public houses. Plans include closing 100 houses and opening model refreshment houses. State brewed beer will be sold in state owned venues. The move may spread to other regions.
The Commission on the Dilution of Labour with the men's representatives signed a far reaching Clyde area agreement. Mr. Balfour telegraphed his congratulations.
Paris reports Lord Bertie welcomes Lord Crewe and Mr Hughes to discuss Britain and its colonies. A severe quarantine and economic unity are proposed as key outcomes. French industrial groups fear shifts harming trade with Britain. The Debats argues delegates must support solidarity of interests over extreme ideas.
The Weekly Despatch prints German opinion on the war with sympathy for the Allies. Germans in London note a shift in English attitudes, say Germans were thriving before the war, and doubt peace talks. They warn England may need several offensives and much bloodshed before guns fall silent. Haglan is seen as England’s chief foe.
June reports from London describe fragile commercial confidence as war loan concerns rise and market sentiment hardens. Officials emphasize cautious optimism while industry observers note signs of strain across sectors.
In Egypt on June 4 reports describe scattered clashes near Cha and Part Baid. Forces engaged, plants and outposts were bombed, and attackers were driven off after brief skirmishes.
London reports June discussions between British and French governments near completion to limit wool imports. The article notes actions being prepared to aid wartime markets and hints at postwar market stabilization plans shared with the United States.
In Wellington on June 13 a specialist company comprising 70 machine gunners and 30 signallers is being formed from existing units of the Seventeenth Reinforcements in camp at Teanthiam.
In Wellington the Defence Minister faced a proposal from Mr B. McCallum to require parental consent for pay allotments to Expeditionary Force members under 21. The minister doubted feasibility, noting 20-year-olds are treated as responsible, but acknowledged abuse reports, including a woman receiving allotments for three soldiers.
The memorial service at the Town Hall was presided by Bishop Sprott. Rev Dr Gibbs spoke of the dead soldier and the Rev J R Glasson and J G Chayimai joined in the service. Music by city organist Bernard Page included the Dead March and Last Post.
In Christchurch yesterday recruiting figures fell with 38 men signing on in the city compared with 69 the previous day. The report notes a notable drop in recruitment activity in the local area.
An old advertisement touts Nazot as a universal cold cure with rapid effects for all ages. It promises 60 doses for a high teen price and claims to be sold everywhere as a proven remedy against coughs and colds.
A civic program urges residents to improve the town’s health and beauty. Emphasizing cleanliness, screening of goods, pest control, and community effort, it calls for sanitary laws and active citizen participation to make the town a model of orderly progress.
The fragment praises Baxters as a sure cure for chest complaints throat troubles and bronchial issues. It notes long use over half a century and warns against experiments during prevalent dangers.
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