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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Jun 15, 1914
Page
4
Daily memoranda lists a clearing sale at Hinds on Wednesday. Also noted are meetings at Borough School Committee at 7.20 and His Majesty's Theatre showing pictures at 8.
The Bank of New Zealand posts a net profit of £291,608 after dividend payments, with a notable rise in capital via a new share issue. Of 76,000 shares offered, 73,479 were applied for, showing strong shareholder support despite a premium dispute. Chairman Beauchamp warns against expecting cheap money and highlights land value trends and agricultural efficiency as key future considerations.
A regional farmer warns that farming land is treated as a chattel due to frequent ownership changes. He cites a 96 percent North Island and 58.62 percent South Island land value rise from 1904 to 1918, urging scientific cultivation to sustain livelihoods and curb rising production costs.
A local resident was arrested in Burnett Street on Saturday night in a hopeless state of intoxication. He was fined 308 with 48 hours' imprisonment in default. Reports cover local commerce, labour shortages on the wharves, and a near-miss with a gas drum incident at Reetihi.
The item reports Private Rews M eight promoted to second lieutenant in No. 3 Company Ashburton Senior acts and notes a London cable announcing Colonel Theodore Roosevelt’s visit to England. It also covers Mr James Allen MP and Miss Allen traveling south, a social gathering for the Lyttelton Times staff hosted by Mrs Saunders, and a farewell to editor Mr Saunders with a gold watch and heartfelt tributes.
The death is announced of Mr Allan Stevenson, vice president in President Cleveland's second administration, New York, June 15.
Mrs Edward Saunders of Barr Hill dies at age 75 in June 9 death. Born in Castle Cary England in June 1841 she emigrated to New Zealand arriving at Lyttelton in the early seventies. She lived in Canterbury with her husbands before settling at Barr Hill about 20 years ago leaving one son James Thompson of Christchurch.
Frost recorded Saturday night with four degrees and eight degrees last night. Clouds prevailed with little rain over the past days, two points in 24 hours ending Sunday 9am, none since. Acting meteorologist forecasts cold showery conditions with gusty winds, fluctuating barometer.
A Christchurch magistrate called a taxi joy ride scandal to the community after an 18 year old girl, drinking, was allegedly taken by two men in a taxi to Kitano and left wandering. Police pursue full inquiry to identify the taxi drivers and protect the girl.
The text urges keeping a bottle of Nazol and taking a dose at the first hint of a cold. It presents preventive advice and emphasizes early action to curb illness.
The Coroner's Court ruled the Main Trunk collision was caused by a defective signal due to unauthorized Cruickshank alterations. Tablet porter Donaldson was found negligent and charged with manslaughter after the inquest. he was remanded on bail of £100 with two sureties of £50.
Wellington reports Minister Herdman outlines Wai Keri prison near Oi Awarama tu would hold 250 inmates with Wellington needs far smaller. North Island plans include Auckland Waikeria New Plymouth Gisborne and a Wellington facility. South Island props Invercargill Dunedin Templeton and Addington. Camps at Watmarino noted. total capacity about 860 in the North and 445 in the South after completion.
Patrick Ginn aged 18 was charged at the Police Court with assault and armed robbery at a Auckland seaside resort on May 21. He allegedly pointed a revolver at Ellen Cook and demanded money then fled. Mrs Cook identified him later in Queen Street. Ginn pleaded not guilty and was committed for trial.
In Cape Town on June 18 Labour MPs forced 29 divisions on the socialist bill through an all night sitting. The closure was applied seven times as the debate continued.
Fragmentary note references influenza treatment and a peppermint product. Mentions dates and dosage hints but lacks clear actions or outcomes. No identifiable people or organizations present.
In London on June 14, Houston Dixon and Towler pleaded guilty to charges connected to the John Bull Derby sweep stakes. Mr Justice Coleridge noted the promoters were not arrested and Houston was fined £100 while the others faced penalties.
The Canopic, a vessel arriving at Ponta Delgada in the Azores from Boston, reports a sudden attack by an Italian passenger who went mad and wounded 25 people with a knife, five seriously injured.
Sydney reports describe the murder of coachdriver Davidson at the Weetalibah motel on June 6. A Chinese suspect was committed for trial after testimony cited a quarrel over cheating, with Davidson allegedly stabbed and later found dead after a drunken incident.
Melbourne reports widespread burglaries and robberies. A woman named Miss Gadd was attacked and robbed in Albert Park by an unidentified man. A disabled man was knocked down in Richmond during daylight and had his purse taken. Police urge vigilance amid the spate of incidents.
June 14 Gisborne police investigate a break in at Grieva’s jewellery shop. No clues or fingerprints left, suggesting experienced thieves. none of the stolen items have been traced.
A five seat Ford car bearing plate 4473, owned by Field and Royds and rented via agent A L Bannern, was stolen from a private garage on Riccarton Road after 10 45 pm on Thursday. Police investigate the unusual theft with two gallons of petrol remaining.
In Oamaru a morning fire gutted a two room cottage at 5:00. Elderly Cormack White Mooraki died from burns while Mrs Cormack survived. In Dunedin a tramcar accident left North McSweeney with a fractured skull. she died at hospital after failing to regain consciousness.
A fragmented text notes a speaker who talked about many things and then sang phrases like Bub yesterday. The passage references phonographs and a crowd of friends, with garbled lines suggesting a quirky oral performance and playful dialogue.
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