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Newspaper

Ashburton Guardian

Location

Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand

Date

Jun 27, 1906

Page

3

Pittsburg Millionaire Shoots Architect in Madison Square Garden

During a performance in Madison Square Garden Theatre Harry Shaw, a Pittsburg millionaire and brother to the Countess of Yarmouth, shot Stanford White, renowned New York architect, four times and killed him. Shaw then returned to his wife and said he had fixed him. Shaw has been arrested.

New York Madison Square Garden Theatre Harry Shaw Pittsburg Countess of Yarmouth Stanford White Shaw Setrese Misa Evelyn Nesbit

Chinese in the Transvaal Prosecution and Perjury Charge

The Colonial Office ordered the prosecution of Jamieson, manager of the Cason Mina, for cruelty to a Chinaman. The Magistrate discharged Jamieson and ordered Ratoliffa prosecuted for perjury.

New York Ratsliffa Rand Colonial Office Jamieson Cason Mina Ratoliffa

War of Revenge Predicted by Siberian Corps Chief

General Rentickampf appointed commander of the third Siberian Corps says a war of revenge against Japan is imminent. He spoke at St Petsisstre on June 26 and the statement was received June 27 at 2.19 p.m. The remark ties Russia to an impending conflict with Japan.

St Petsisstre Rentickampf Haa Siberian Corps Japan

Treasury Official Says U.S. Meats Withheld From Troops

Financial secretary P. B. Buchanan announces all issues of American tinned meats will be withheld from the troops until the Government inspector stationed in Chicago reports. The inspector’s findings are awaited to determine the next steps.

A. Lovpen P. B. Buchanan The Treasury Chicago J Wne

Immigration Bill Amends to Allow Fugitives Entry

New York January 26 reports the House of Representatives in Washington amended the Immigration Bill to permit entry of fugitives fleeing religious or political persecution. The measure applies regardless of poverty or incapacity.

New York Hous of Representatives Washington

Germans Defeat Hottentots in Mgenda Country

On June 26 at Mgenda country the Germans defeated the Hottentots, killing 36 and capturing 646 soldiers. The clash reflects ongoing colonial hostilities and German military activity in the region.

Loopon Mgenda

Public Prosecutor Sees Dreyfus Innocent of Crime

On June 26 the Public Prosecutor states that Dreyfus is innocent of any crime or offence and that referring the case to another court would be useless.

Pants Dreyfus

Motion of Censure Filed Amid Government Support

Mr McGowan submitted a motion of censure as an amendment to the Address in Reply. The government is expected to hold a respectable majority, signaling party backing for the motion.

Sydney McGowan

Federal Mail Contract Delayed by Negotiation Hitch

June 27 report cites drift in talks over a new mail contract blamed on London partners who oppose allowing Commonwealth seizure of steamers at arbitration valuations. The deal involves three parties: a Sydney firm, a Melbourne firm, and a large London shipping house. Current combined capital stands at one million pounds.

Mensourne London Commonwealth Sydney Melbourne Fims

Murphy jailed for six months for shop fraud

At the Police Court today Wm. Murphy was charged on two informations with obtaining goods from storekeepers in Seddon township by fake pretences. He received six months hard labour. Accused had a prior conviction three years ago at Wellington for horse stealing.

Buennem Wm. Murphy Seddon Wellington

Alleged Murder Charge In Starvation Case In Texas

Ann Foster and Harriet Foster faced Police Court charges for the murder of Harriet Foster’s illegitimate child by starvation and neglect. The infant, said to weigh six pounds at death, would normally weigh 25 to 30 pounds. They were committed for trial with bail. the magistrate urged the government to appoint counsel due to lack of means.

Grant Proposal for Seddon Family Residence

Members discuss a suggested £15,000 grant to Mrs Seddon and family after the late Premier's service. A life tenancy of the Molesworth Street residence is proposed, with government property but strong family associations, making removal difficult.

United Preas Association Wettington Seddon Haves Molesworth Street

Weights for New Zealand horses at the Victorian Spring Meeting

United Press lists allotted weights for New Zealand entrants in the Victorian Spring Meeting. CauLFiEeD Car Morenechikoft leads with 9st 7lb, followed by Gladsome 9st 3lb and other horses including Maniapoto Getlib Grand Rapida and Starshoot with weights ranging from 6lb to 9st 7lb.

Minourne New Zealand Caulfieed Car Grand Espids Solution Meledeon

Napier Winter Meeting Opens as Attendance Remains Strong

The Napier Park Racing Club began its Winter Meeting with dull weather but healthy attendance. Race results include Marco Huaptzi-Sardovyx first, Rapha bite second, Whataroa third. Jack Pot and Kuipetipeti unnamed. other noted runners include Diva if B and Scsatched-Benair with notable finishes.

Napier Napier Park Racing Club Marco Huaptzi Sardovyx Raphabite Whataroa Jack Pot Kuipetipeti Sersched Diva Iff Grewanns Hace—Whakawohi Ellerton Hipporofia Benair

Mysterious disappearance of Rosa Morris in Westerfield area

Police inquiries span Alford Forest and Westerfield over Rosa Morris a seventeen year old girl who vanished nine days ago after leaving her Westerfield home at about seven forty five in the morning on June 17. She is described as stout with short fair hair and was last seen in a blue and white check skirt and red and white striped bodice.

Manda Alford Forest Westerfeld Rosa Morris James Carr Westerfield Methven Asi

Road Maintenance Dispute Under Hampstead and Watkanui Boards

Government notifies Hampstead Board that an award favorable to its boundary road maintenance claims has been filed after a commission hearing against the Watkanui Road Board.

Hampstead Town Board Watkanui Hampstead Board

Market Update on Canterbury Lambs and Meat Scandals

Cable from the London Agent of the N.4 Farmers' Co-op dated June 25 notes prime Canterbury lambs valued at 6d per lb with market hardening. A June 26 message cites meat scandals affecting lambs and active buying for ejaculation.

London N.4 Farmers’ Co-op, Association Smithfield Canterbury

Candidate Constraints Delay Seddon Bid

The editor notes Captain Seddon could have run for the Westland coat but his status as a civil servant bars immediate candidacy. If elected he would wait six months after resigning his current post before taking office.

Seddon

Braund Appeals Bank Case Delayed Despite Readiness Concern

Victor Braund appeals a Dunedin decision on whether the late Colonial Bank books should remain locked. The Court of Appeal, pressed for an immediate hearing, noted Braund’s lack of counsel and readiness, planning to hear the case at 2 pm despite his protest.

Whllington Jana Victor Braund Dunedin Hdwards and Cooper Braund Colonial Bank Court of Appeal Fraser

Train tour to prove seed quality boosts yields in Wheat Belt

A Canadian Farmers Journal report describes an unusual train tour in Brandon Manitoba preparing a two month demonstration through Manitoba Alberta and Saskatchewan. The engine car trains stops at 194 stations with experts from experimental farms agricultural colleges botanists and entomologists. The exhibit features wheat barley rye clover samples weed specimens and graded wheat to show quality seed benefits and avoid disease. In six days the tour held 24 meetings attracting about 2950 attendees with demonstrations using coated seed and seedling contrasts.

Canadian Farmers’ Journal C. P. BR Brandon Manitoba Alberton Saskatchewan Dominion Agricultural Department Great Western Railway Swan River

Valentine Pictures of the Earthquake Show Tonight at Oddfellows Hall

Listings note a viewing of valentines pictures of the San Francisco quake and fire at Oddfellows Hall tonight. The London correspondent mentions travels by Mr and Mrs Stone and the Misses Stone on a holiday to Britain.

Valentine San Francisco The Oddfellows’ Hall

Flour and canned fish products listed with vermin destroyer ad

An OCR fragment lists flour, finest rollers, oats and various bag sizes, preserved fish in tins, herring and salmon products, sugar types, dried fruits, and a vermin destroyer product Kilvem-off offered with prices in shillings and pence. The text resembles a mixed grocery and advertisement page.

Maconchie

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