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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Jun 21, 1910
Page
3
Wellington report states that following a recent act by the Government a reshuffle has prompted Messrs P Heyes and Dugdale to resign from their posts. The two commissioners of Waxes and Waldez-General and the chief inspecting Valuation Officer are affected.
Timaru 91 June report: Holme station residence of A S Elworthy burned about 2 am. Forty rooms lost most furniture saved. Fire started in kitchen likely from a defective chimney. Children were awakened and taken outside in night clothes. Building insured for 3700 and contents for 2500 with Alliance.
June twenty first report from Palmerston North notes the National Dairy Show opening in fine weather with judging the main focus. Entries reached into all classes including fruit with D E Pry of Nelson 5.4. Rich of Havelock North and J Cushing of Clive among top apple winners. Export cheese results pending. milking machinery demonstrations drew a large crowd with five machines operating.
A Wai Kakohi meeting of Crown settlers at Oamaru on June 21 condemned the Commissioner's remarks on Crown land goodwill. The resolution warned against legislation that could deprive Crown tenants of their existing rights and opportunities to dispose of goodwill.
Dr Henry S Mission in Christchurch concludes with a large tea meeting at Kin Edward barracks attended by about 2000 people. Dr Hey shakes hands with nearly 500 beneficiaries after the event, amid enthusiastic closing scenes and presentations to the choir.
The Ashburton County Racing Club Committee has arranged a well run two day Taca meeting for Thursday and Friday. Good fields have accepted for the first day and the events promise close contests and attractive racing. Excursion fares and delayed trains are secured with catering in good hands and a musical programme on both days. Weather is hoped to be fine to crown the meeting with success.
The Ashburton Rugby Union met last evening with chair K F Robillard. Springburn claimed the junior match at Ashburton was won. Rakaia juniors’ captain J Cromie argued seniors faulted, a full explanation from Rakaia was requested. Several matches were announced for the week and referees listed. Ashburton races affected scheduling.
A fragmented notice touts a remedy named Woods Great Peppermixt for influenza. It includes odd percentages and unclear dosage references, with minimal readable detail on usage or claims.
A series of accidents and deaths reported across Auckland and nearby towns. A 74 year old man, recently discharged from a private hospital, died under unclear circumstances near the wharf after an umbrella was found. In Hobsonville a man aged 74 vanished and was found dead in a waterhole, likely lost in the dark. In Te Aroha a four year old drowned in the Waihou river. At Hastings railway station a Clive resident was seriously injured by a train and required amputation of his right arm. In Niriaha a sawmill worker was badly burned and battered after being caught in a belt and wheels, in a precarious condition.
A large crowd gathered at the Presbyterian Church in Mayfield on Sunday evening for Bishop Julius to open the Rev. Th. Pritchett’s service. The sermon centered on Genesis chapter one verse five and urged living rightly for a brighter morning beyond this life. Prayers were read by Mr Pritchett and organ accompaniment was led by Mr E J Hall of Ruaping.
A Timaru conference between the Ashburton Hospital and Charitable Aid Board and the South Canterbury Board agreed to place consumptive patients with the Otago Hospital and Charitable Aid Board for five years at 35s weekly per patient. The combined districts will lease a 90 acre Fairlie site for seven years at 18s 10d per acre for a sanatorium.
In Dunedin on June 21 the slander case W A Ilins v John Barry and wife of Beaumont was called. Mrs Barry stated she did not intend to impute dishonesty. The plaintiff accepted the explanation and the suit was discontinued with costs to be decided later.
Wellington June 91 Chief Justice reserved judgment in Nathaniel Miller v William G Lamb Masterton. Crown appeals Magistrate ruling on selling wine in no license districts. Judge says privilege to wine sellers should not exist in no license areas and allows appeal though power to grant it is doubtful. Case stood over until tomorrow.
Justice Edwards opened the Supreme Court at Napeer with a light calendar. No bills were found against James Straughon Sam Teo Karepa and Kate Karepa for manslaughter at Wairoa. Sam, a Chinese doctor, was cautioned. Frederick Bergerson Way got one year imprisonment for shopbreaking at Waipawa. John Peterson received twelve months probation for a similar offence.
The Indradevi, overdue from Liverpool, reached port this morning after rough weather and Cape of Good Hope engine issues. Four-day cyclone near Tasmania caused ten hours of heave to, with Cape storms and minor engine-room breakdowns delaying the voyage.
A correspondence note states the publication does not hold itself responsible for the opinions expressed by correspondents and preserves freedom of expression within the letter page.
A Waterton resident writes to the editor denouncing disorderly youth behavior. He cites two public road fights near the Waterton store and hotel, plus disruption at a recent concert. The writer urges police intervention to restore peace and quiet to the community.
Liberty letters urge farmers to test grub vulnerability to frost and sun to prove that self-reliant burning fires and lights can curb grub moths. The piece advocates collective action, noting successes in Germany and the U S where fires and bright lights reduced pest outbreaks.
A Waterton Public Library committee meeting reviewed the refused refreshments for the dance and the subsequent postponement of a concert. The chairman reported proceeds from the concert and dance totaling £6 13s 0d. Two youths who caused a disturbance were criticized and the secretary was to request an apology from them. Accounts of £3 10s were approved and the meeting adjourned.
Ra children suffer persistent hacking cough at night with caregivers seeking relief and guidance. Reports note supportive care and possible medical consultation for prolonged symptoms.
The Tinwald yards weekly sale drew fair attendance with higher yarding in sheep and lambs though overall quality was uneven. Fat stock sold unevenly with a slight price drop, while finished stock and wethers remained in strong demand. Store stock saw limited improvements as 966 of 1769 offered were passed, cattle entries were small and prices varied from £5 to £8 for steers and heifers through to £7 18s for cows.
A new finishing factory is planned to start in Gamernn to reduce sending core materials out of the district. In Warranul Education district 2754 pupils attend Technical Schools and Classes. Pheasants have been shot in the first fortnight in the Dargaville district with 2600 cock pheasants reported.
A social event is planned in Orange Hall on Thursday. Double tickets are available with refreshments to be provided by Maisie’s Band. Lady guests are welcome and entertainment includes live music.
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