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Newspaper

Ashburton Guardian

Location

Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand

Date

Jun 27, 1907

Page

4

Wakanui Hampstead Roads Dispute Reaches Court

In Christchurch the Wakanui Road Board appeals against Hampstead Town Board over a 1 16s 6d levy for road maintenance. The case tests powers under the Public Works Act 1905 and Town Districts Act, with points on officer eligibility and warrant notice. Justice Chapman reserved judgment to be written.

Banco Supreme Court Christchurch Justice Chapman Wakanui Wakanni Road Board Hampstead Road Board Orbell Public Works Act

Return Of The Premier In Wellington Reception

The Wellington Town Hall hosted a crowded public reception for Premier Sir Joseph Ward. Mayor Sir J. G. Ward welcomed him as the Garrison Band played Home Sweet Home and the Premier expressed health, noted Sir Harry Daniell’s illness, and referenced recent deaths and an upcoming adjournment for Sir John Hall’s funeral. He outlined Conference matters and the colonial view on regulation. Parliament opens tomorrow with the Governor’s Speech.

Wellington T. W. Hislop J. G. Ward Lady Ward Miss Ward Joseph Ward New Zealand Ayer Lio John Hall Sir Joseph Great Britain Law

Rheumo Promises Cure for Rheumatism in Blood

A dubious ad claims gout is a form of rheumatism caused by excess uric acid. It touts Rheumo as the cure removing uric acid from blood and lists price points 1s 6d and 2s 6d, with promises of a thorough cure.

Triple Alliance Notes Published Across Britain Spain and France

Notes from London, Madrid and Paris pledge joint effort to maintain peace among Britain Spain and France. The texts promise mutual support should territorial conditions or borders be altered, aiming to preserve existing status quo and collaborative action if disputes arise.

London Great

Wreck of the Kia Ora Opens Enquiry in Auckland

The Kia Ora enquiry opened in Auckland on June 26 to examine a suspected eight mile deviation in the vessel's course. Officials suggest iron sand near the coast could affect compasses in legexy weather while first officer Woolfe claims no deviation was allowed beyond the captain's set allowance.

Auckland Kia Ora Woolfe

French Chamber postpones talk on abolishing courts martial

LATIS dispatch reports the Chamber of Deputies delaying the debate on abolishing permanent courts martial. Clemenceau warns the government lacks self-possession to discuss reforms while noting unsettling acts cause distress. French soldiers should submit to discipline to keep France united. Protests reported from Matreme Lolth.

France

Employers and the Arbitration Court protest in Christchurch

The Canterbury Employers' Association Executive met on June 26 in Christchurch. They denounced the weekly employment principle in the Chiaco feli hatters' award and the Wellington interpretation of the iupetrephers award, called for holiday pay, attacked a Gisberne painter penalty, and referred the matter to the Advisory Board of the New Zealand Employers' Association.

Christchurch Canterbury Hemployers’ Association Fast Quest Wellington Iupetrephers Labour Department New Zealand Employers’ Association

Dr Morse Indian Root Pills Praised As Preventive Remedy

A testimonial from Mrs W. McGuire of Newton Auckland claims Dr Morse's Indian Root Pills correct various blood stomach liver and kidney disorders and prevent illness. She says headaches and side pain from liver issues diminished after use and recommends the remedy to many others as a splendid corrective for all ages.

Morse

Tariff Revision Reaffirmed by Wellington Chamber

The Tariff Revision Committee of the Wellington Chamber of Commerce reaffirmed recommendations on duties for grocery and produce. It also urged that any Parliament approved duty remissions take effect only after a three month delay to allow traders to adjust stock.

Wellington

Coalbrookdale Fire for Winter Rooms and Cooking

A promotional note extols COALBROOKDALE coal as a strong heat source for large rooms and efficient cooking for stoves ranges and fireplaces. It claims good warmth in large spaces and excellent fires in small rooms when mixed with lignite, presenting coal as ideal for cold nights.

Coalbrookdale Westport

Three Fishermen Rescued From Damaged Hinemoa

Three men aboard the fishing boat Hinemoa were stranded after colliding with a washed pile near the railway wharf extension. They clung to ferro concrete piles for about 30 minutes until night watchman Mr Adams rescued them by backing his dinghy to safety.

Auckland Adams

Harbour Board to Erect Beacons at Three Reef Areas

To aid coastal traffic the Harbour Board decides to install beacons off Motuili north end Tamaki Reef west end and Bastion Reef south end guiding coasters yachts motor boats and fishing craft.

Auckland Harbour Board Motuili Tamaki Reef Bastion Reef

A Rough Sea Delays Wanaka Arrives After Rough Passage

The Wanaka from the south arrived tonight after a very rough voyage. A sea broke on board yesterday morning shifting deck cargo including casks of tallow. Seaman Robert Meleady was jammed and suffered a badly injured ankle. he was taken to hospital.

Auckland Wanaka Robert Meleadk

Mitchell and Dinner Sale Promises New Styles and Goods

Mitchell and Dinner advertise an opening sale with fresh styles and genuine stock. The promotion highlights new goods and discounted prices aimed at attracting shoppers.

Mitchell

Thames Weather Recalls a Brutal Gale and Flood Damage

A gale struck Thames on June 26 sending huge waves into the Hauraki Gulf and flooding the Grahamstown area. The force damaged the stone embankment and wooden structures, wrecked several yachts, and left the Miners Hall surrounded by water. Locals ferried attendees by cart and plank as the scene drew a large, boisterous crowd.

Thames Hauraki Gulf Grahamstown

Huon's Sweet Peas Sowed in Dry Weather for Summer Bloom

Farmers advised sowing Huons Sweet Peas in the first dry spell of summer to ensure bloom. The notice mentions National Mortrave and Agency Co. as the source of cultivation guidance.

Huon's Naonal Mortrave and Agency Co

FAVA Tea Ad Promises Smooth Brew with Manchester Bros

An old newspaper ad touts FAVA Delicious Cup of Tea featuring At Heow Fea by Manichester Bros Sole Agents. It highlights cleansing effects on feathers and quick flavor release as it spreads over hot water, claiming a smooth into a bold cup.

Fea Manichester Bros

Milking Machine Frenzy After Kennedy Gillies Success

Industry floods market with new milking machines amid a rush to cash in on the Kennedy Gillies breakthrough. Ministers push hurried designs, many using long discarded systems, yet unproven by two years of practical farming. The surge follows a wave of optimism sparked five years ago by RG. Tang.

Lawrence Kennedy

Emigration to New South Wales Reported

London reports the New South Wales Emigration Bureau granted assisted passages in the last half year to 1694 males and 427 females. Assistance is now limited to agriculturists and domestic servants. County agents say many agriculturists will be ready to depart after harvest ends.

London New South Wales Emigration Bureau Leports

South Wales tral poke at oval grows attention

A fragmentary report notes an event at the oval drawing interest for future appearances on leading shows. Details are sparse but the item suggests momentum and upcoming broadcasts.

Tanew South Wales Tral Lincoln

Wilding Defeats Beals Wright in Wimbledon Opener

Wilding beats Beals Wright of the Americas in straight sets, taking the first round 3-0 at Wimbledon. Wright represents the Americas in this round.

London Wilding Beals Wright Americas Love

No Crown Land for Wai mate Block Drawn

In Gisborne on June 26 a thousand applicants sought a 1117 acre Wai mate Crown land block to be balloted. The standstill came after word that the title was incomplete, the matter now before the Native Land Court. Four years prior the section was withdrawn after a rush of selectors and a local commission referred the title to the Land Court to define interests.

Gisborne Waimate Native Land Court Land Court

Frootoids Promised Quick Relief For Digestive Ailments

An Australian market notice extols Frootoids for headache indigestion and constipation claiming rapid relief without daily use. The advertisement emphasizes liver support and toxin removal, warns against habitual dosing, and offers mail order through W. G. Hearne Geelong and wholesale access via Hume's Buildings Wellington.

W. G. Hearne Geelong Victoria Hume's Buildings Willis Street Wellington

Unclaimed Abbey Prizes and Sovereigns on the Bridge

A prior tale of a man vainly offering Sovereigns on Tondon Bridge is eclipsed by a note that £21 worth of Abbey Prizes remained unclaimed in the last distribution.

Tondon Bridge

Delicate tea leaf favoring in At Home feature

In the At Home column a delicate favouring of tea leaf is noted, with Manchester Bros. as agents and Bole as the tea supplier.

Manchester Bros Bole

TEE MENTYRE'S Extra Strong Female Pils

Fragmentary OCR text about a beer product with unclear wording and misplaced characters. No clear event or entities to anchor a full newspaper card summary.

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