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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Jun 19, 1909
Page
4
Notice that the Ashburton and District blacksmithing business has been disposed of to Mr T. J. Kennedy from the 3rd inst. The former owner thanks customers and hopes for continued support for the new venture and confirms the business will operate on the same lines with best work guaranteed.
Classified ad listing land rentals sale houses with terms and cheap sections in Allenton Hampstead Netherby and King Street. Mentions Harold E Curtis as agent for Fits and Son meat sales and Yorkshire Insurance Co Ltd with contact and address at Nett Street opposite Man and Guardian Office phone 148.
In a court note a desertion petition results in a détresse nisi to be made absolute in three months. A reader letter discusses smut in cereal crops, criticizing old wetting methods and urging seed steeping with formalin or carbolic dressings, arguing for proper seed treatment to prevent smut.
The Technical Classes Association held its board meeting with Mayor in chair and discussed finance, class premises, and proposed courses in enamelling plumbing and painting. In a later Supreme Court case, Dalgety and Co. v Taylor over old ewes, Judge Denniston awarded damages of £238 for breach of warranty.
A reader argues that old wage levels were higher and urges laborers to endure current pay by focusing on self sufficiency. He recalls past costs for candles soap and suggests workers improve work ethic to gain better future prospects. ADVISER.
A reader endorses a Ashburton municipal theatre, citing Ashburton’s status, cites Cantabrian example with a successful bazaar, and urges Mayor and Mr Bullock to convene a meeting to discuss forming a committee and rally support for a theatre. The letter, dated June 18 1909, asks for reasonable newspaper backing.
In Dunedin Supreme Court Justice Williams dismissed William Johny Newell’s divorce petition against Amelia after finding the five year absence without clear just cause. The judge noted persistent unfounded suspicions by the husband and no proven misconduct by the wife. Costs were awarded against the petitioner.
In Christchurch on June 19 Emily Lloyd files a wax petition seeking the dissolution of her marriage to Fowph Exatiecick Lid. The incomplete docket lists the petition’s author and status, signaling formal marital action in a local court.
An astronomer stares at the stars when a puzzling message from Mars flashes into view. He fumbles with a distant book, hurriedly seeking clues to decipher the strange text. The peculiar transmission asks for help in an odd, encoded form.
The Premier accompanied by Lady Ward and Miss Ward leaves Wellington aboard the Manuka for Sydney en route to London for the Imperial Defence Conference. A large crowd sees them off with 1500 to 2500 observers and a mild hostile display, while guns fire from H M S Pioneer and rockets from the Tutanekai.
May Hallett faced a civil suit for 19 pounds 6 shillings 6 pence for car hire. The defendant under a false name had hired a vehicle, paid a deposit, and later repaid part of the chauffeur’s expenses. The magistrate ordered immediate payment or fourteen days imprisonment for default.
The Indravelli waits in midstream for crew as twenty seven are needed and many more willing to sign on under the captain's terms. Union secretary says the gathering outside the ship is aimed at Asiatic labor. The temporary job seeks full wage rates for downtime between discharge at an eastern port and return to the dominion.
The Northern Agricultural and Pastoral Association debated sack weights on Friday. Mr K McIntosh cited claims that farmers were packing 240 lbs rye seed 250 lbs peas 25% beans 272 lbs clover and 240 lbs maize. Farmers urged a strong protest and a committee will draft a letter to the Minister of Labour and to Hon D Budd.
A feeble old man named John Kene wandering in Pomabaka district was charged as idle and disorderly. He refused pension or home, claiming pride. A three month sentence was imposed, suspended if he stays in Caversham Home.
A New Zealand business story details the shift from high priced made to measure suits to modern cash sales by Mr George Davies. The Ashburton branch advertises men's fashion, quality, and potential £2 savings on tailored garments with samples and prices ready for inspection.
OOD FARMS FOR SALE listing multiple Canterbury estates from 200 to 9000 acres with prices per acre and the note of owner retirement. Includes 300 to 800 acre options in North and South Canterbury and a 200 acre farm with buildings. Also advertises a turning sale turnover of £10000 per year with inquiry through Devereux King and Co Ltd PAPANUS STORES LTD.
Advert claims Lane's Emulsion is universally used in New Zealand for lung and respiratory recovery. Testimonials from Marton, Wellington, and Christchurch chefs describe relief from consumption and coughs, urging consistent use to ward off colds and related diseases. Bottles priced 4/6 and 2/6 with larger sizes available in Leeston.
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