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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Mar 04, 1908
Page
2
The British New Zealand Meat and Produce Company offers liberal advances against frozen meat placed for shipment to London. Shippers are warned that business in London is now well established and managed by Mr EH Reece, but this does not guarantee optimal shipment returns, and the last season's accounts show mixed results.
Listing describes a dwelling with two quarter acre sections on Bench Road Hampstead. House recently painted and renovated. Terms flexible. Agent T Bullock advertises at Hop Street Tancred Street, parcels on Freehold securities and special bundles offered.
The article extols Lord Cromer's work in Egypt after decades of misrule and poverty. It notes a recent two million pound surplus as evidence of rising prosperity and social welfare, while praising Cromer's administrative genius and public service. It cites supportive remarks from The Rev W Slade and highlights ongoing debates over parliamentary grants.
Rain over the county eases drought fears at Waterton and Rakaia, while a Council committee prepares a report on water supply. Potatoes fail locally, milk cleanliness rules tighten, and Mount Somers coal mine sees orders for brick making. A court case ends with a fine. Farmers report hotter, drier conditions but higher grain yields and shifting farming to mixed enterprises.
Mr John Stevens M H R for Manawatu writes that Rheumo cured his severe rheumatism after two bottles. He endorses the remedy as the best for rheumatism gout and related conditions and urges others to try it. The ad also notes cautious bicycle purchasing and lists brands Royal Enfield Roadster Whitworth and New Hudson with local agent K D Johnston at Barnett Street.
Rain in the back country has swollen surface runoff into rivers. Rakniz and Rangitata reported dirty at 9 am. Ashburton river condition not provided.
Napier March 4 The Napier Telegraph notes a report that Mr Thomas Bent Premier of Victoria is engaged to marry the widow of an early North Island settler.
At Monte Carlo on March 8 Wiktiyag defeated Caras two sets to none to win the Roote 6 Championship. Wilding and Ritchie captured the Doubles Championship.
Mr John Graham M.P. has been re-elected chairman of the Nelson Harbour Board for the eighth year in succession. The announcement comes from Melson on March 4 as part of the board’s regular leadership renewal.
After months of drought a strong southwest wind delivered heavy rain overnight and all day. Total rainfall for February reached 185 points in areas like Ashburton, with tanks overflowed and roads improved. Farmers anticipate rapid vegetation growth and better winter stock, though some districts report livestock losses where water failed.
The document presents horse and trotting race nominations for Alford Forest on March 17. Entries include Bushside Trot and Mount Somers Trot events with numerous horses such as Cracroft Wardland Federal Royal Crown Princess Minnie Haiwatha Princess Joy Ralf Boldrewood and Redskin among others.
Racing program lists results across several races at Victoria Racing Club Flemington on March 3. Designers and Devonler Timo place in the Autumn Hurdle Handicap over three miles. Squire and Glix ascend in other events. Bourke Handicap seven furlongs sees Bright Steel lead, while Greyimoar and Castanos headline the Stooplechase Handicap about two miles with Revealer close behind.
The Conciliation Board continued the farm labourers dispute hearing in Rangiora. Peter Thomas Gordon testified his annual earnings totalled £71 9s 6d with 11 items listed, and he described most union members as farm workers. Evidence covered hours, overtime, cooking, meals, and wage proposals, with adjournment to 10 the next morning.
On Monday morning a fine rain set in and showers continued overnight. The rain gauge shows 1.22 inches in Mayfield with heavy rain still falling. Farmers expect better winter feed and germination of oats as crops show a splendid start. potato tubers may resume growth after a long standstill.
In Nelson a heavy soaking rain continues with over an inch fallen since yesterday. Wanganui reports river water rise of two feet at Pipiriki ending navigation difficulties on upper reaches. Elenhaeim records five hours of drizzle with windless conditions boosting potential crop growth and prospects for winter feed as rape and turnip seed and grass respond to the rain.
At a Christchurch Presbytery meeting a Fleming ton congregation call for Rev James A Brown of Greytown North Island was sustained with no opposition. Stipend reportedly £200 and a manse, induction planned April 9 subject to Wellington Presbytery approval.
A garbled holiday advertisement touts durable tennis bowls and cricket footwear from Ricller's Shoes at low prices. The text references Abbey Prizes worth over £21 left unclaimed in a last distribution and a detached note about London Bridge coverage.
In Dargaville Sir Joseph Ward cited eleven months ending February 29 showing total revenue of £7,899,815 versus £7,341,926 a year earlier. He noted record public works spend at £2,760,000 and strong gains in customs stamps land tax income tax railways and territorial revenue.
Calcutta dispatch reports King Edward congratulating General Wilcocks on a swift expedition. The.Zakkas say British movements bewildered them and the new 10 pounder smokeless gun demoralised the Afridis who are weary of fighting. There is some hope for ending inter tribal quarrels.
Dated March 4 8 5 am a report from Calcutta states the Afeidi tribe vows to control the Zakkas future conduct. They pledge punishment for bad characters while urging the British not to ruin the Zakkas for a minority's sins.
Mrs Robinson in the Cruse-Portland case faces renewed proceedings as Charles Mathews seeks March 16 for New Zealand witnesses and the prosecution to close. Kimber is cited over a letter claim with a cheque paid to cover legal costs amid allegations of a media stir and her alleged ignorance of the claim.
In the Commons J A Murray McDonald urged further reductions in military forces while railing against rigid adherence to a two power standard. Asquith, Balfour and Haldane clashed over defence expenditure and naval strength, with the debate adjourned amid strong ministerial and Unionist protests. The Times notes Balfour’s aim to clarify the standard and question its ambiguity.
Two masked robbers entered the Canadian Bank of Commerce in Winnipeg and attempted a heist. The wounded teller used his revolver to repel the attackers, driving them to flight.
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