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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Jun 25, 1909
Page
4
Announcement for a winter show emphasizes men and boys clothing stock. Highlights latest up to date goods including all wool weed sac suits and various descriptions. Sale emphasis on value and broad selection to attract attendees.
In Auckland on June 24 Judge Edwards overturned a jury verdict of 25 pounds damages to Bradney against Virtue for two charges of slander over Auckland Harbour Board elections. The statements were to Kneen and an Observer proprietor aiding Bradney’s campaign. In Stratford, June 24, Albert Todd pleaded guilty to two counts of stealing bank cheques and was committed for sentence to the Supreme Court.
Mr Wragge from Invercargill reports the dominion, especially the south, under the retreating edge of the Saylor disturbance bringing very cold weather. East coast readings from East Cape show suspicion of unsettled conditions. A newer weather wave will rise, with July bringing Davenport, a strange disturbance, influencing New Zealand.
The United Otago District Foresters sent £25 to Glasgow last February for the British Bread Fund. The money has been returned with a note from the Executive Council that, after enquiries, no trace of the Children’s Bread Fund could be found.
Palmerston North crowds fill the winter show grounds with an estimated 7000 attendees yesterday. Gate takings reached £200 not counting season tickets or dairy association receipts. Attendance today remains strong as the show continues and ends tomorrow night.
Wellington June 24 The Post reports the Wanganui Institute is arranging an annual professional handicap sculling race with a prize of 100 pounds. It is expected to be held during the Christmas holidays.
At a June 28 meeting of master and journey men saddlers in Auckland resolutions were passed in favor of a 20 percent import duty on saddlery and an export duty on hides. Officials argued the New Zealand market was flooded with certain imported saddlery lines and hides were over exported, causing order fulfillment issues.
Public meetings in Kanieri near Hokitiea condemn water power regulations. Speakers reject ministerial claims that concessions agitation is political, amid broad attendance. Rimu Miners' Association seeks protest report copy and asks the Minister to avoid a district visit to assess special conditions.
The Laymen's League, newly formed, met to consider its manifesto. Chairman J Dawson stressed defending laity rights against ecclesiastic encroachment in church government and ritual. W J Speight warned of creeping Romanism and urged efforts to fight ritualism. The enthusiastic meeting adopted the manifesto.
Fred Miller discusses the editorial “We” and the massive, intricate process of producing a newspaper. He explains how editors, reporters, printers, and press workers coordinate from night to dawn to turn raw copy into a daily journal, highlighting the campaign of roles, speed, and technology that shape the final product.
The Victoria College capping ceremony was led by The Hon G C Bowen Vice-Chancellor of the University Senate of New Zealand. Seventeen M A degrees set a college record, one Master of Laws, twelve B A degrees, four senior scholarships, and a Rhodes Scholarship for 1909. Allan MacDougall received the sovereigns from Allan MacDougall, amid speeches urging public support for independent regional universities and endowments.
Mr A W Hogg former Minister of Labour spoke to a packed Town Hall about independence from party politics, defending free speech and opposing land monopoly. He criticized land aggragations, urged a Land and Labour League, and praised a resolve to push for state currency and retrenchment reforms.
Ayer's Seonparila prepared by Dr. J. G. Ayer & Co., Lowell, Maus, USA, an early health tincture advertised as a potent medicine.
Press Association reports Dunedin discussions as Hon G Towles visits the University. James Allen cites need for dental school accommodation with a suggested £400 to £500 grant. A chair for domestic economies is backed for at least three years, funds to be guaranteed or subsidised. Veterinary School plans require cuts to fit available funds, with the architect and Chief Veterinarian awaiting further government input.
A local warning against imitators selling cheap made to measure suits. It praises George Davies at 184 and 186 Colombo Street and The Arcade Ashburton, noting expert cutting, Italian cloth, and money-back guarantee. The piece targets consumers, urging caution with slop-made garments and counterfeit ads.
At a Trades and Labour Council meeting in Dunedin on June 24 resolutions were adopted protesting the prorogation of Parliament. The council condemned MPs for bowing to the Premier and congratulated Mr Hogg for his parliamentary speech while noting his retirement from the Ministry.
Auckland Education Board debates free school books policy arguing for a larger grant and an expanded reading books mix. Inspectors favor more than two books with continuous readers as a cost effective option. The board notes surplus stock from England and projects next year’s grant usage around £406 with current spend about £440 to £450.
An American correspondent notes that after Roosevelt’s death Taft’s leaders mock his wealth limits and threaten to drop prosecutions of great trusts, accusing Wickersham and Choate of betrayal and suggesting Taft would have backed Roosevelt’s program then.
Classified notice listing multiple rentals including a six room house on 8 E Bell with mice problem and weekly rent, a one room house, a stable and garden, a three room house on Cameron Street, a four room house on Burnett Street, a five room house on South Street, and a four room house on Belt Road Allenton with weekly rents cited.
Winter health advice urges keeping Lane's Emulsion in the house to stop colds early. It claims prevents croup capillary bronchitis and rheumatism from neglected colds, and promotes recovery with a few doses. Sold widely in two sizes 4/6 and 2/6.
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