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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Jun 21, 1912
Page
2
End of season sale offers clearance on millinery costumes coats skirts blouses and related items. All must be cleared at sale prices with a large selection remaining.
The Tramway Board election nominations closed at noon with Labour contesting all seats. Four seats in Central Ward and two to three candidates for each remaining ward. Commissioner Richards arrives with Mrs Richards to take command of the Salvation Army in the province and is publicly welcomed in Canterbury.
At dawn an unoccupied twelve room house owned by Mrs Jane Shute on Melburne caught fire and was nearly destroyed. Insurance with London and Lancashire was £1100. Two hours later Norman Gibbs’s seven room residence on Waipapa Road Hataitai burned partly. the Gibbs home was insured with British Dominion £1200 for the building and £550 for contents plus £50 with Royal Company. origin of both fires unknown.
Auckland reports say New Zealand butter exporters face scarce refrigerator space on Vancouver steamers amid rising Canada shipments. The Canadian Trade Commissioner notes Union Co. is trying to meet exporters needs, with future larger ships planned to ease the shortage. Policy and rates depend on both governments.
A Tasmanian fruit expert argues that the Panama Canal will open fresh markets in New Orleans and New York for growers. He notes that large apple exports could fetch high prices and a million cases of Bon Chretien pears could be distributed in those cities at a pound per case if shipped in early March. The claim also applies to New Zealand, which is only a few days closer to these markets. A March snapshot shows pears selling locally for under 3d per crate.
Arthur Witty testified before the Cost of Living Commission detailing widespread indirect taxes on everyday items from timber and doors to clothing, soap, bedding, and lighting. The list highlights how groceries, utilities, furniture, and personal care products are taxed, raising the expense of daily life.
Arthur Withers of the New Zealand Land Valuers' League argues rents rates and taxes cost living greatly claiming landlords take £16 000 000 annually while public earnings should replace private earnings taxes. Farmers discuss rising land value and farm product prices noting limited beef and mutton price variation and increased dairy land use.
An advertisement touts Rewumo as a universal cure for Rheumatism Gout Sciatica and Lumbago with testimonial from Herbert J Williams J P former Grand Master of the New Zealand Freemasons. It asserts rapid relief within forty eight hours and promotes a price of 2s 6d to 4s 8d per bottle.
Advertisement claims the Zodiac Electro-Massage Machine treats rheumatism pain neuralgia sciatica sprains and nerve troubles without recharging. It touts instant readiness and usefulness in circulation loss and hair loss cases with healthful electrical healing properties.
A claim that guarantees cure for faults in a horse's gait due to improper shoeing. Cited are scores of testimonials from horse owners and the product is to be viewed on application.
Advertisement notes a number of choice varieties of apples and other fruit trees. Orders by telephone or pest delivery available, with same day delivery if required.
A bold claim asserts lowest prices and guaranteed work with a promise that a trial will prove satisfaction. The phrasing emphasizes value and confidence in results. No specific names, dates, or locations are provided.
Local paint authority offers sign writing with no mess fuss or delays. Free consultations and quotations available.
A brief notice notes a quick sale of Fender guitars and accessories. Prices quoted include discounts from 20s to 14s and 15s for various items, with about a dozen units available, all described as slightly scratched or shop worn.
Readable note promotes Bargains in Bountiful Variety at Mitchell and Turner's Stocktaking Sale. Details are sparse with time and location unclear.
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