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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Jun 25, 1910
Page
4
A Melbourne advertisement offers a grand selection of gentleman's footwear in calf, box, and French leathers with Goodyear welted or stitched constructions. It promotes women and children's footwear, warm felt hats, and rubber boots, with a note directing readers to Gardner's at Somerset Buildings Burnett Street.
Ashburton County Racing Club reports June racing totals with £3052 this year versus £4429 10s last year. Methven Hurdle Handicap winner Jack Ashore edged Nova by half a length in a tight finish. Selma Trot Handicap saw Clotah win by twelve lengths over Victor Huon. Hakatere Handicap and late inquiries noted. results published with enq uires deemed satisfactory.
A list of everyday grocery items with per unit prices includes prunes figs and sago per pound, green peas and beans in large tins, tea and coffee, currants, sultanas, haricot beans, and Jellies. Also advertised are hams breakfast basters and bacon pairings with suggestions to buy for best costs.
Contests invite entrants to form the smallest number of genuine English words from the sentence about Linseed Emulsion. Geographical names allowed, but personal and proper nouns barred. Each of 102 letters can be used once. 25 words must be altered. Unmatched letters count as words. winners receive prizes.
To retain health you will benefit by calling at T Young’s and getting a pair of Boots of his own make. All English leather used which we guarantee at moderate prices. Men’s cheap boots from 10s 6d and ladies’ boots equally cheap. Corner Wast and Burne Streets. Ashburton
An ad urges readers to stop coughs with Baxter's Lung Preserver. It claims permanent, thorough cure for deep seated coughs and even slight colds, promoting the 1s 10d bottle as best value and instant relief.
An old time advertisement urges readers to try Baxter's Lung Preserver for stubborn coughs and chest ailments. It claims rapid relief with a 10d bottle, touting its value and effectiveness based on many cases.
In a Magistrate's Court session, Thomas Rainey faced charges for driving a traction engine on the Cairnbrae Lyndhurst road in Mount Hutt riding, violating county by-laws. Inspectors testified to repeated passes in the same tracks, creating deep ruts. Rainey admitted fault but claimed minimal harm and argued limited movement due to wagon draw. He was fined 40s with costs of £1 5s 6d.
At the adjourned monthly meeting of Ashburton Technical Classes Association present were H. Davis chairing with W. H. Collins Hugo Friedlander W. Hodg ins T. Hayes John McLeod W. B. Denshire D. Wood George Schneider and Reid. The chairman reported a £181 balance at the bank and £26 13s 6d on hand. A grant inquiry of £1700 for technical school buildings was sent to the Department with plans. Typewriting class expanded with two new machines purchased at £12. more machines to follow if needed. Wool class now has 15 students. Miss Rennie requested repairs to cupboards and a damaged range. Cookery fee under review. term fees discussed. Nosworthy support sought for grant. An arts and crafts exhibition was proposed for the breaking‑up ceremony. Accounts £81 15s 7d approved.
Nominations announced for the Grand National Steeplechase and the Grand National Hurdle at Christchurch on June 24. Listed entrants include Doctor Will, Warone, Red McGregor, Audax, Prospector, Sir Lethe, Corona, Northern Star, Swarthmoor, The Gunner, Oakley, Full Cry, Stone Ginger, Bribery and many others.
The Minister of Labour met with the Wellington Retail Tobacconists Association to discuss licensing the trade with a five guineas annual fee. The association argued the surtax harms retailers, while the minister noted needing broader opinion. He forecast an Anti-Trust Bill and a move toward a compulsory half holiday on Saturdays next session.
In Dunedin on June 24 a New Zealand inquiry traced the dead man found in Prospect Dam to Cryer of Pembroke Otago. The discovery of a diary and dental matching with Cryer’s father’s specimen confirmed the link, though Cryer’s fate remains tied to a possible voyage to Sydney.
The Education Board, school inspectors, and district high school teachers meet to discuss basing curricula on scientific agriculture. A memorandum proposes weekly hours for science, outdoor work, and targeted courses for boys and girls, with criticisms voiced by delegates and no formal resolution.
Blacksmith Henry Speer of Lynch Street Young NSW recounts a long battle with indigestion. He credits Bile Beans taken over weeks with a permanent cure after years of pain and morphia. He lists numerous conditions Bile Beans purportedly help with and cites price per box.
A mishap involving the New Plymouth express halted service after a derailment as the train had slowed for water. Passengers were protected by the speed drop. emergency service ran to resume traffic. Rail damage will require extensive repairs with a temporary line to bypass the site.
Market report for week ending June 24 shows steady prices for good quality milling Pearl Velvet and Velvet varieties. Demand weak for Tor Flunters Tuscan and damaged grain. oats trading slowly with limited interest. Chaff prices ease with 60s per ton rail for prime, inferior plentiful but ignored.
Market reports show a healthier tone than last week with American news firming value ideas. Miller stocks are not excessive, oats prices unchanged, peas nominal, potatoes in steady demand despite new supplies.
Week sees very small wheat trade though outside markets hint firmness at home and Australia due to bad harvest weather. Flour prices soften in New Zealand but demand rises for fowl wheat with Tuscan Hunter’s Velvet brands quoted. oats trade quiet with limited stock. Potatoes steady with Up-to-Dates selling at 15s to 6, f.o.b. sacks in.
Palmerston North reports the final day of the National Dairy Show enjoyed good weather with higher attendance than Wednesday. Gate receipts so far exceed last year by about £100 as the event wraps up.
Mrs. Cotter of Valley Brisbane recounts that a four year old girl nearly choked at night from croup. A bottle of Dr Sheldon’s New Discovery eased the throat and the child recovered in days. The product is promoted as a cure for chest and lung troubles priced at 1/6 and 3 and sold widely.
The Wakefield search steamer reaches Melbourne after a voyage that included Marion Island the Twelve Apostles the Crozets Ossession Island and Kerguelen Island. A vestige of wreckage was seen and a boat was smashed at Marion Island leaving a party ashore for five days due to worsening weather.
Farmers respond to Customs Minister's stance against larger Chapman cornsacks. J McLoughlan of Minyip reports hops yields with bags averaging about 197 lb and neighbours with 200 lb per bag, arguing a larger bag would tempt overfilled weights. E Jones of Mount Brimo backs no change, noting many bags average 200 lb and calling the current bag a godsend.
An old notice praises Robinson's Patent Groats as producing finer flavoured, easier to digest, richer porridge than ordinary oatmeal. The claim frames groats as a healthier choice for the wisest and most healthful eater.
In London on June 24 the third round saw Ritchie and Wilding defeat Hillyard and Good 6 1 to 0 in both sets while Doust and Poi devin beat Gwynnd and Evans Hardy 6 0 6 3 6 2.
Auckland report notes Mr Massey leader of the Opposition will leave for parliamentary work tomorrow. He will pause at Taumarunui for a banquet and speech. The testimonial fund for Massey has reached about £1500 in total.
In bold claims the George Davies Sint style at 68 announces low prices and high quality for tailored suits. The message touts experienced cutting staff, top workmanship, and materials as good as any, offering £2 savings and a guarantee of satisfaction with genuine tailor made suits.
George Davies Ltd operates as the Modern Tailor located in The Arcade Ashburton. The business presents bespoke tailoring services and ready to wear garments, serving local customers with alterations and fittings.
Fire at Raines Bros drapery in Winton causes total loss to the shop. Insurance values include 450 pounds for the building in the Alliance Office and 500 pounds for stock in Standard and State Offices. Adjacent Mrs Henderson residence damaged, insured for 200 pounds by Commercial Union and 100 pounds for furniture.
Citizens urged by grocers W. Scoular and Co to pursue noble status through practical purchase, framing the request as a civic appeal. An unusual ad links retail shopping to social prestige.
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