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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Jun 23, 1914
Page
5
An official communique from Athens says Turkey speeds up dreadnoughts and lays mines at Smyrna and the Dardanelles, actions seen as provocative and aggravating the crisis. The King warns Europe must prevent war, but powers are poorly informed about the acute situation.
Athens reports rapid ship completion with Minister of Marine ready to accept dreadnoughts without trials or cabins and even with a gun missing. A dreadnought could be ready by August or mid July as hostilities loom with the Porte redoubling push to expel Greeks. Reuters notes improving Asia Minor situation and a demand to reopen population exchanges.
A report from St Petersberg cites the newspaper Novoe Vremya accusing Britain's Anglo-Persian Oil Company of breaking the Anglo Russian Convention. The breach allegedly risks Russia's northern influence as the Persian oil deal and British naval visits are linked. The Bombay Beurde Gazette notes Turkish control over Kasirishin and two oil fields, raising questions about Persian gifts and Turkish territory.
A Criminal Law Amendment Ad mittee meeting in London discussed women police roles for park, street, and railway supervision and addressing assaults. It noted towns in Germany employing women police and that the trend is growing.
The notice promotes Rheumo as a universal cure for uric acid buildup causing joint pains stiffness and muscle ache. It cites Mr Mat Crannitch of Temuka Hotel Canterbury as a relieved user and urges readers to buy from chemists tonight.
The King will attend the Commons tomorrow as the Finance Bill faces a division over grants for local purposes and rating clauses. The bill may be split into two parts, one for new taxation and one for local grants, with the latter postponed. The income tax proposal would be reduced by a penny. Liberal MP Holt welcomes this.
Meet management states no evidence of attempt to wreck the Czar's train. Derailed train was traveling opposite direction and eight hours before the Czar's train passed. Officials emphasize the crash occurred earlier and no link to the royal transport is found.
The Wallarah miners at Newcastle have given two weeks notice that they will not work afternoon shifts unless paid extra wages. This labour dispute raises potential disruption to daytime operations.
Mr Larkin has arrived in England and plans a nationwide worker union campaign based on sympathetic strikes in all disputes. A Dublin union meeting urged him to stay in Ireland.
Sydney reports the government obtained an injunction on June 2 restraining Stamford and Merthyn Miners Lodge officials from instigating an afternoon shift strike. The action aims to prevent disruptions as authorities handle unrest linked to the trouble.
Ottawa reports that Nanaimo miners on Vancouver Island have voted by more than 125 to continue the strike after a year. They expect international union support and strike pay, hoping the stoppage will pressure concessions while delaying a speedy end to the dispute.
A June conference in Wellington between the Wharf Labourers Union executive and shipowners forming the Wellington Cooperative Maritime Employment Association discussed a waterfront employment scheme. The plan proposes two permanent casual staffs to handle cargo operations on ships and wharves. Union reps reportedly received the proposal favorably and will announce their decision in a few days.
Ottawa reports the Empress of Ireland salvage dive ended with diver Cossaboom dead after a 30 minute descent. Surface signals went unanswered prompting a second diver to locate him unconscious along the life-line. He died after surfacing.
The 79 ton schooner Aleda built at Whangaroa in 1897 was wrecked at Plimmer Point near Sydney. It is feared the crew were lost with the vessel after the June 22 report.
In Sydney on June 23 reports say the worst is feared for the crew of the Aleda. Names listed include Captain Siblet, the mate, Seamen Nelson, Anderson, and Kestila, with cook Pettersen. The note refers to a merchant voyage and ongoing uncertainty about their fate.
The port at Rydney reports multiple ships arriving battered from a late gale. The steamer Mokau reached Byron Bay badly damaged with its captain washed from the bridge and injured.
In Durazzo on June 22 government forces, aided by Prince William’s request for an armistice, clash with about 600 insurgents at the Lanehins heights. A sharp engagement leaves the government troops repulsed and ordered to embark for Durazzo aboard a steamer.
Reports detail a June Vienna air clash where a Dirigible Koerting 200 ft long suffered a fatal test of fighting method. Lieutenant Flutz in a biplane attacked the airship, causing it to catch fire and collapse. Victims burned beyond recognition except for Kammerge.
President Carranza reiterates willingness to attend the conference but lists forbidden topics. He rules out discussing an armistice, military movements of the Constitutionalists, the agrarian question, and the provisional president's designation. He says solving these issues would violate Mexico’s constitutional duties.
Ottawa reports a telegram from H H Stevens Vancouver member fearing a serious riot if the Hindus aboard the Komagata Maru are allowed to land after an unfavourable court finding. He urges backing the immigration inspector and a public meeting in Vancouver Tuesday to raise funds to tow the ship out of the harbor.
London report cites Arthur Holmes using radium to estimate Earth’s deep time. Carboniferous lasting about 340 million, Devonian 370 million, pre Cambrian from 900 million to 1.5 billion, Ordovician and Silurian around 48 million, plus a vast era after Carboniferous.
Professor Meetschnikof urges Britons to cultivate their intestinal gardens with the same care as earthly gardens. He details starting the day with soured milk and hay, a plate of vegetables bouillon and weak tea, then meals with meat and vegetables at launch and dinner, though meat is eaten sparingly rather than avoided.
London, June 22. Charles Augustus Wird a scholar and hermit of Walthamstow bequeathed 13000 pounds and valuable books to a London library. The will details are reported from the city.
The Marconi company negotiates a two million contract with the Chinese government to build stations. It will receive a 15 percent royalty on receipts for 25 years.
Advices from Noumea report that a European named Child and a Kanaka were fishing when their boat capsized and were eaten by sharks. The incident occurred near Sydney waters as officials confirm the tragedy.
Cairo June 22 The Arthur Commission in Somaliland inquiring about camel equipment is interpreted as confirming reports that early operations against the Mullah are contemplated.
An order in council, issued under the Explosives Act, designates acetylene as an explosive. The move elevates regulatory controls and oversight for handling, storage, and transport to prevent misuse and enhance public safety. Authorities warn of stricter penalties for violations.
The piece observes color trends with Pandean red absinthe yellow and citron shades among eccentric dressers this season while well dressed Romans favor classic dark tones. Blue checks and black and white appeal to young women as the Prince of Wales wears a frock coat at a public function and fashion forecasts persist despite industry changes.
The Federal Council in Berlin agreed to renew the Norddeutscher Lloyd Australian contract subsidy of 187,500 marks, to be accelerated as traffic peaks.
Panama Exposition officials in New York on June 21 pledged maximum aid to British exhibitors seeking more space than is available at the fair.
Mr Redmond appeals to the United Irish League in America for funds to bolster Nationalist volunteers and counter the minority's forcible effort to suppress Irish liberties.
The Socialist Vicar of Milty Rev J Maxted campaigns across Essex villages after Sunday services using a motor and a large red flag. He preaches socialism amid strike songs as workers’ unrest grows.
Mr Cook warns in Tamworth that Socialists and large unions threaten to capture legislative power. He contrasts this with Liberal aims to defend the Federal Constitution and restore a free Parliament for a free people.
A woman entered a gunsmith shop in Vienna requesting a loaded revolver fearing burglars. The gunsmith's wife sold her a blank loaded weapon. She aimed at her lover at his home but missed. A confrontation followed and the case was resolved.
A Wellington meeting chaired by Mr B Morrison adopted a resolution to send a cable to Sir Edward Carson expressing sympathy with Ulster in opposing Home Rule Bull. The Right Rev Dr Sprott and Rev J J Elliott supported the motion at Kent Terrace Presbyterian Schoolroom.
Six policies issued at Lloyds protect suffragette wives against potential legal action. A West End doctor insured for 5000 pounds to shield himself from his daughters. Annual premium set at 20 pounds.
The Meat Commission heard testimony from the abattoirs superintendent predicting a heavy beef shortage due to partial droughts. Cattle prices ranged from £19 to £15 per head as the market warned of tighter supplies.
A severe storm in the Chamblais district of France reported on June 29 caused multiple fatalities from lightning. A camp near Orleans was struck, injuring 20 soldiers.
Hong Kong travellers report rampant plague with about 800 deaths weekly. Outbreak reportedly confined to Chittere population. Mentions children’s hacking cough and peppermint cure.
A historical note suggests breathing relief from nasal catarrh by inhaling Nozol for a few moments. The text mentions immediate ease after the stuffed feeling clears and describes the pleasant sensation following relief.
Sir Ernest Shackleton names Captain Worsley from the Government Marine Service to command the Endurance. The Hudson Bay Company selects 105 Canadian Arctic dogs for the expedition as of June 22.
New York dispatch says fifty bodies were pulled from a tunnel at Mine No. 2 Hillcrest collieries, lifting the total dead recovered to 181. The incident occurred in June with reporting dated June 29.
Seven year old Martha Padgett Wheeler traveled from Kerrobert Saskatchewan Canada to Norwich England in a four year odyssey by rail and sea. The journey was arranged for her education with care from Canadian Pacific Company and ended safely with grandparents at Stafford Street Norwich last month.
A brief note references GOLDEN EAGLE and GOLDEN RAGUE in a casual mention. It includes a playful line about brands and packaging, with a casual Briarknow reference and a stray G1 tag.
Moderate attendance at Tinwald yards reported with improved numbers over Ashburton. Fat ewes totalled 661, lambs 935, store sheep 1086, hoggets 1248, and crossbreds with prices ranging across multiple weights. Keen competition for all classes of sheep and lambs, with auction sales concluding for each lot.
In the House of Commons, Mr Lloyd George faced questions from Mr Bonar Law about the National Health Insurance Act. The Weekly Scotsman notes the opposition leader pressed whether actuaries fear many Approved Societies will fail to pay minimum benefits. Lloyd George avoided a straight answer, citing limited current data and mixed experiences among male and female Societies, with concerns about unhealthy trades and potential bankruptcies.
An ad claims Nazol possesses strong antiseptic properties and germicidal power, presenting it as a latest advance for curing colds or influenza. The text urges readers to try Nazol as an effective treatment.
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