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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Jun 19, 1916
Page
3
At Lord s a cricket match between Army eleven and Indian students saw five of Iranit s nephews in the Indian side. They scored 131 of 183, with one nephew as emergency player and another as umpire.
Melbourne June 17 Victoria Amateur Turf Club events feature Richmond Cup for 500 sovs run one mile and three furlongs won by Honorius by a head with Royal Alice second. Toolambool Hurdle Handicap over two miles won by Shot Out by two lengths, Kale Vime second. Wanda Steeplechase sees Meteoramad boat Dnat Cloud win by a head ahead of Battle ship.
A letter from Tinwald discusses prices and delivery costs for bread, questioning why Ashburton charges 85d per 41b while Methven bakers deliver for 7d, noting long-standing price differences and a claimed 12 to 14 mile delivery range.
A reader joins Mr Av Je Tyrrell-Baxter in criticizing borough school governance. The letter attacks hours, homework, and alleged cram tactics, urging dismissal at 3 pm for a healthier timetable. It rebuts a proposed Domain site swap and calls for a public meeting to reconsider the Borough School Committee’s plan.
Victoria Racing Club officials announce Sleight of Hand trained by Mr F Armstrong has been scratched from all engagements at the Grand National meeting. The removal affects the hurdler from the club’s stable and reduces competition entries at the event.
A varied programme at His Majesty's Theatre features The Burglar and the Lady with J J Corbett the boxer, plus Chaplin in Making His Living. Also shown is Anzac Day in London detailing London celebrations and Birdwood’s Gallipoli heroes. Patrons heard two patriotic songs. funds raised for Sailor Heroes.
Auckland June 18 The Taupo Tosara Timber Company's sawmill and plant at Newmarket valued at £1000 and 250000 feet of timber valued at £2800 were destroyed by fire last night. A gale blew, giving the brigade little chance. The Broadway Theater adjoining sustained damage and the Royal George Hotel was in great danger. It is presumed a spark from a passing railway engine caused the fire.
A fragmented 19th century riff contrasts Lincoln’s calm with a crowd’s critique of the Administration. It likens dissent to shouting while Blondin crosses a river, urging silence as the government bears a heavy, precious burden. An anti dissent notice in public spaces bans disloyal words to uphold patriotic spirit.
A historical ad touts Baxter's Long Preserver as a tonic for chest and bronchial troubles. It claims cured customers prove its value and notes the product as rejuvenating and effective for coughs, colds and throat ailments. Availability listed with price details for chemists and storekeepers.
Bonnington's Neuralgis claims instant relief from euralgia at 6d a bottle. Bonnington's Pharmacy advertises gun and rifle ammunition with low ruling rates at John Orr and Co's Hastings Street store.
In stock updates from stores Bunton and Thomas, prices are listed as the lowest for available sizes. W and Durners are referenced in relation to price and stock information.
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