23 Jun 1911
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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Jun 23, 1911
Page
1
A devotional verse laments political divides and calls for unity under a divine protection over England. It contrasts between rulers and the people, urging wisdom, grace, and steadfast faith to sustain the realm through war, plague, famine, and fear.
Canterbury Agricultural and Pastoral Labourers Union issues separate demands for day labourers weekly men musterers shepherds and packmen outlining hours pay weekly payments fortnightly holidays extra pay for wet places fed and housed workers and eight holidays a year with special allowances for cooks and married couples, plus mustering and packing rates and the Farm Labourers Accommodation Act coverage.
Washington reports state that U S power is now the chief force shaping Mexico's regime as Senor Dee Labarra heads the provisional government with American support. General Madero pledges that no Japanese foothold will come while he rules and Tokyo seeks arbitration with the United States.
Ottawa reports growing friction between Russia and China. Ex Duma head Girchakov says Russia plans to seize Kulja in Chinese Turkestan. Pekin awaits Yuan Shikai return. Manchurian viceroy orders six divisions and Kinchou Angun railway, provoking Russian and Japanese objections.
Paris June 19 Paul Chicot a skilled burglar planned a summer trip to Switzerland with his wife when police arrested him They found an extensive stash of jewelry watches and 3000 in cash at his home He confessed to five years in the trade and a notebook listing victims and loot He showed no remorse saying he would gladly go to prison as much money remained hidden.
Notes report Shags in districts prompt Waitald and Waimate Societies to offer 25s per head. Palmerston North parents blame cinema burglaries on children copying scenes. A Mormon missionary arrives in Dunedin with elders in Christchurch. The Duke and Duchess of Connaught plan a visit to Ottawa en route to Canada, amid rumors of Princess Patricia's engagement to a German prince.
Desirable immediate sale of the adjoining Creamery property with 9239 acres of grand grazing country. Includes first class buildings, large sheep yards, fenced and walled, and a good well. Split terms and rental options offered by owner. Potential for excellent crops, turnips, and rape.
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