Guardian rebuttal to misrepresentations on New Zealand land values
Writings by Mr Firth misstate New Zealand conditions in a Canadian context. W H Willoughby defends NZ investments, arguing Calgary Vancouver prices are irrelevant, and urges broader comparisons across Paris Buenos Aires New York Madrid Berlin and more to show Canada remains free of a land boom’s dangers.
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Colonial improvements and Mr Firth’s critique
The writer reflects on Western Canada development costs and values after a year abroad. He questions Mr Firth’s view of lavish spending creating true city utilities rather than replacing existing structures, noting large sums spent in towns of modest populations and the transferability of such gains to older countries.
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Land values and growth in Canada alarm a critic
The writer argues that high land values reflect growth and future profits as cities like Vancouver expand. He notes that early land bought for low prices can yield enormous returns, and compares past prices to today’s rates, warning against fear of Canada’s rapid urban development. He cites Regent Street and Calgary as examples of rising rents and lease renewals driven by demand.
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Imagination Wanted in Cross Cultural Critique
A commentator argues that a critic from England cannot fairly judge Canada by old country standards. He suggests comparing English cities like Manchester or Liverpool with Canadian growth to reveal the differences in conditions and development.
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Anglican Benedictines Seek Admission to Roman Order on Caldey
The Caldey Island Benedictine community founded 1895 contemplates joining the Roman Catholic Benedictine Order. Led by Dom Alfred Carlyle, the group has moved between Caldey Painsthorpe and back to Caldey, focusing on Divine Office singing, vestment making, garden work, and spiritual care for island residents.
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Polar disaster footage and Indian drama headline His Majesty's screening
The His Majesty's Theatre programme for tonight and the next two evenings features Uncle Tom's Cabin as the chief drama highlighted by a thirty-voice choir. Special attractions include a Tarra Nova arrival in Lyttelton footage and The Fall Hot Black Hawk an acclaimed Indian drama, supported by Australian Gazetta Buffalo Hunting Indo China Bromcho Billy Sheriff Mrs Plummer Virago and other titles.
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France Pushes £23 Million Army Improvement Plan
The Times notes France seeks Parliament approval for 23 million pounds to strengthen the army and navy. President Poincare vows sacrifices to bolster national defence while allies are urged to consider the German armaments issue. Deputies cheer his address.
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Prices and goods list from John Garand Co Ashburton store
A brisk promotional notice lists staple foods and canned meats with varied prices. It advertises quality, urges readers to compare with ordinary markets, and promotes ordering from John Garand Co’s East Street store in Ashburton. It includes items like sugar flour oats rick barley peas grapenuts semolina baked beans and pickles with several tin and jar prices.
Church Riot in Portugal Over Church Closure
Extraordinary scenes in Serpa, Portugal as women storm the parish church of San Salvador, break doors, ring the bell, and light candles on the altar. Republican guards arrived and evicted the women, then closed the church.
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Moscow Police Capture Notorious Motor Bandits
Police in Moscow say three famed motor bandits terrorised the city for months. They confessed to about 56 crimes, including murdering several policemen and robbing a princess of over £100,000 in jewels, then burning a millionaire’s villa and stripping valuables. The gang frequented motor car parks for thefts.
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Premier Accused of Graft Faces Bribery Charges
Dr GL De Lukas the Hungarian Premier denounces opposition claims of taking £166,000 from the Hungarian Bank as an attack to ruin him morally. Accusers reiterate their charges amid political fight.
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Domestic Servants In League Said To Seek Suicide
Reports reveal a group of domestic workers formed a league to end their lives. Investigations show members pledging to commit suicide, with several recent drownings in the river and others found dead in each other’s arms.
Fuller’s Pictures Postponed Amid Owing Reasons
Owing money, the Theatre Royal is booked and no programme of pictures will be screened this Monday evening or Wednesday evening. A new series will be submitted for tomorrow evening.
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Polish Workman Fatally Shoots Priest in Ruhr Church
A Polish workman entered a church in Ruhr and killed a priest in a confessional box. He later claimed remorse and said he had shot a missionary priest by mistake while meaning to target the parish priest.
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Five-Storey WaiKiwi Stable Destroyed by Fire
A large five storey Wai Kiwi stable owned by Messrs Myers Gros was destroyed by fire at five this morning in Invercargill. Estimated damage is £500 with no insurance. Earlier a fire at Mr W Whitaker’s lumber yard damaged bedding of an engine but was quickly contained with very little damage.
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Coronation at Raglan draws Maori and Pakeha guests
Large ceremony at Raglan marks the coronation of Te Rata Mahuta with many invites issued for Maori and Pakeha attendees. Provision convoys to Te Kapua settle ment included thirty tons of potatoes, 40 pigs, over 100 cattle killed at two per day, and two tons of fish. Natives from Tauranga Taupo and Thames attended, with two notable resolutions to abolish tohungaism and embrace Christianity.
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Tooth Brushes at Bee Window
Assorted shapes and all the best makes kept in stock with prices listed. One farthing given away with each toothbrush.
Suits Cut by Dunnam Tailors at Swanson Ashburton
Suits cut by Mr Dunham and hand finished by capable tailors will cost no more than the ordinary tailor made suit. Place your orders early to save disappointment at Swanson Burnett Street Ashburton.
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