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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Jun 18, 1915
Page
6
The building housing the local commander’s office was nearly destroyed in an attack. Three officers and two soldiers were killed, with no other casualties reported.
London June 16 reports the Lokalanseiger official note stating Germany will take weeks to answer the American Note. The reply requires extensive evidence from multiple sources before it can be provided.
June 17 report from Copenhagen says Commander Hersing of U1 received the Order of Merit after torpedoing the Lusitania. Amsterdam dispatch notes the decoration, and a Berlin message claims Captain Roy Ed and Captain Moeller earned the Iron Cross Second Class with Moeller vowing to strike the Lusitania again.
A Dutch fishing smack was sunk by a mine planted by Knorke off Amsterdam on June 17. The four crew members were killed in the explosion.
The mail steamer Thorsten from Gothenburg to England was captured and taken to Swinemunde. The British steamer Arndale bound for Archangel with coal was sunk by a mine south of Cape Ordev, with three crew lost. Many mines observed at the White Sea entrance.
In London on June 1 Mr Asreaith addressed the House of Commons on the ministry reshuffle. He denied outside pressure or temporary embarrassment influenced the actions and affirmed loyalty to long standing state service. He spoke of personal duty, past sovereign service, and continued best efforts despite unrest.
London report states Middoyl George held a private conference with 41 workmen's societies to plan securing enough labor for munitions production. The discussion focused on ensuring steady labour supply for war needs.
The Board of Trade statistics show 1,987,444 workers from January to May 1 receiving a weekly increase of nearly 4s 6d per head, exclusive of overtime.
An accountant testified that Jacks and Company acted as selling agents for a Nova Scotia firm. Wilson claimed his firm only acted for the Nova Scotia company and held an eighteenth share in its capital. He said they had no involvement with the cargo in Rotterdam and had attempted to stop the vessel to prevent iron ore from reaching its destination.
London reports on July 17 where Mr Montagu states the Government is devising means to tax war profits. The remark signals ongoing fiscal measures aimed at war-related gains and could influence postwar economic policy.
In Bulbourne on June 17 the Federal Executive under the War Precautions Act empowered the Attorney General to compel all information on food supplies. Mr Cook harshly criticized the Government and urged a party truce if a National Government was impossible, appealing to Mr Fisher.
About 800 young Irishmen arrived in New York aboard an American liner. They were well supplied with gold, and reports suggest an agency is aiding emigration to influence Irishmen to avoid enlistment.
In Scutari on June Mb the Montenegrins occupied Chementi after defeating the Malissori. The Greco-Serb advance continues steadily with Colonel Zontas, a cousin of M Venizelos, commanding the Greeks.
A persistent drought sweeping Germany, reported from Rotterdam on June 17, is likely to seriously affect the harvest, especially in Mecklenberg and East Prussia, with potential impact on grain supplies and prices.
The Commission of Enquiry into German atrocities examined a sergeant major who suffered a large slice cut from his back by a German officer in an attempt to force disclosures.
A distorted wartime note contains a German remark on English use and a canal interception in Ypres. It claims German letters to the crew were discarded and hints at shifting peace aims with Russia and Italy, highlighting Balkan tensions and British resilience.
Lord Robert Cecil told the House of Commons the government will block cotton shipments to Germany. All overseas cotton suspected of enemy destination will be seized at ports and returned to owners via Brine Court tertus.
Wellington June 17 The Defence Ministry explains the Eighth Reinforcements quotas for non commissioned officers across districts. The split favors larger registries with Mounted District Rifles 0.0 36 percent Infantry and other districts showing varied shares to balance waiting lists and avoid long delays. Authorities deny claims of a six-draft surplus and say future calls will be based on registration numbers.
Inquiry at the Defence Office shows only a few of the men returned by the Mokoia yesterday are seriously ill. Many have largely recovered while others suffer various complaints. About 20 men were cleared to return home, with the rest under medical treatment and likely discharge by next week.
Wellington June 17 Dr W E Barclay medical superintendent reports to the Hospital and Charitable Aid Board on admitting more military patients to Wellington Hospital Measles cases were moved to the galvanised iron buildings behind the Children’s Ward with space for 20 On June 5 Defence Department asked to admit militia patients to the Victoria Chronic Ward and provide alternative care for current inmates After discussions 23 women from Victoria Ward were moved to the Home for Aged Needy on June 8 A Mary issue was arranged for attendance and care with Wellington Hospital supplying medicines and dressings On June 9 measles cases were received from Trentham
In a wartime move 44 measles cases are to be sent to Wellington Hospital at the acute stage then moved to Berluumpore or elsewhere when convalescent to prevent overcrowding. Defence Department will provide medical officers and full military control of admissions and treatment to Trentham if needed.
An old advertisement touts Coal Waronut with no stones or sulphur, claiming savings on coal bills and a nasal inhaler for quick relief from a hacking cough. It promotes 1s 6d for 60 doses and emphasizes hand stuffed packaging and pacific breath.
Local testimonials praise Hean's Essence as a cheap, effective cough and cold remedy. A pint of mixture can be made from the essence, reducing expenses. each bottle yields 7 to 18 penny doses and is suitable for infants and adults. Sold by chemists or direct from G. W. Hean Wan ganui.
A large parcel of books from London and other publishers has been opened revealing many fine titles in current fiction. A short description is given, with many more works on topical subjects and general reading for profitable winter evening recreation.
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