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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Mar 06, 1920
Page
5
Newspaper items report an April 26 householders meeting date set by the Can yee Tiuetion ear, three influenza cases at Methven Hampstead and the Borough, a large Timaru Post and Telegraph Association meeting demanding salary increases, a Wakefield Handicap dividend surge, a Nelson winner, and a record Tinwald sale tally.
Commercial report shows poultry prices per pair with hens 2s 5d to 7s 2d roosters 6s 6d to 7s 10d ducks 6s 7d to 7s 6d and turkeys 10s to 12s 6d. Pigs list fat pigs at £6 0s to £8 0s and porkers 60s to 86s stores 48s to 55s 6d. Calves priced at 3s 6d. Produce rates said to rule as last week.
Last week's rain gave way to strong drying conditions boosting stock quality and reducing damage. Threshing and stacking continue with optimism for most grain to be in store within two weeks. Wheat offers rise as millers accept suitable lines while oats stay firm for seed Algerians and Gartons. chaff demand remains steady with bright samples valued around £6 10s to £6 15s on tracks.
A wired report from Washington says Japan contemplates creating a semi autonomous state in Siberia to act as a buffer against Bolshevism. A Los Angeles telegram reports boxer Dempsey jailed for wartime conscription evasion. Senator Kenyon proposes US acquisition of Bermuda to settle British war debt. New York dispatch notes British gold transfer of 40 million pounds to the United States.
The U S House votes overwhelmingly to keep Prohibition in effect. In Paris the Socialists' Congress backs rebuilding the Internationale but spurns joining the Moscow Internationale. In Poland a Ukrainian POW returns home to find his parents plotting his murder over a fortune in notes.
In the Commons Lloyd George says Allies discuss the Armenian massacres with Constantinople representatives. A full statement is inadvisable while the decision depends on advice from the Allied Conference. He stresses gravity of the situation and need to protect minorities.
The motion to modify the Shantung reservation to omit direct references to Japan and China passed 69 to 82. Senator Lodge said the effect remained unchanged. Hitchcock’s substitute failed 27 to 41. A later modification reflected the mutual agreement from the bi party conference.
The Hague on March 5 reports Holland refused to extradite the ex-Kaiser for a second time.
Kaikorai and Wanganui Garrison tied first with 283 points each in Dunedin. South Canterbury regiment placed third with 276 points, Invercargill Hibernian Band finished fourth with 270 points.
Wellington bakers warn they cannot operate at government fixed prices and may close. Master Bakers' Union seeks meeting with the Prime Minister as New Plymouth and Auckland report local resistance and pending talks to resolve the crisis.
Right Rev G D Halford Bishop of Rockhampton announced his resignation and plan to renounce possessions to live a life of poverty for Jesus sake He will join the Bush Brotherhood after stepping down The Adelaide Methodist Conference meanwhile debated total abstinence from alcohol as a church membership condition.
The government follows a British strike model as unrest grows. National Volunteers attract thousands including veterans while the National Union of Railwaymen denounces the general strike as politically motivated. French Railwaymen urge members to stay at posts amid martial law fears. Eighty agitators were arrested.
London report states 43000 tin workers in South Wales idle after a strike over wages. They demand a 40 percent rise tied to the high price of tin plates, according to 19 100 men affiliated with the claim.
London March 2 reports from Press Association that Dublin newspapers condemn the new Home Rule Bill. J Devlin MP calls it an insult to Ireland and says it would create a Dublin Parliament without real power.
A formal Education Department letter read at Canterbury Education Board details travel passes for public school children from Standards I to VII visiting places where the Prince of Wales will stay or pass through. Free carriage for teachers of small children, supervision rules, and local authority coordination with military officials are outlined. The board will oversee all school child arrangements with sub committees across districts.
Bi weekly influenza totals in the Canterbury Health District show 151 cases with all mild. Westland Inangahua 1 Grey 30 North Canterbury 15 Ashburton 2 South Canterbury 94 Timaru 85 Pareora 4 Temuka 1 Pleasant Point 38. All readings labeled mild except a few. Eastward towns listed include Dunollie Rewanui Paparoa Greymouth Leeston Prebbleton Halswell Waikato Hampstead Christchurch and Ashburton borough among others.
Waitaki High School in Oamaru outlines a war memorial scheme with substantial funding. An Easter Old Boys reunion is planned to bring former students back for three days of events, with hundreds expected to attend.
A conference between the North Otago Hydro electricity Committee Mgr Lawrence Birks and Otago Expansion League representatives favors petitioning Government to form a single Otago power district with North Otago as a constituent. South Otago urged to speak with a united voice for hydro developments.
In Auckland near Paerca two men, Harry Stockley jockey and B C Walker taxi driver, died when a car driven by Walker plunged into a river bridge opening. Herbert Cogan survived after reaching shore exhausted. The incident occurred near dusk as the party were returning home from Te Araha.
Wellington March 5 Mr Arbuckle secretary of the Miners' Federation states that the minimum wage of 128 per shift granted to the miners plus a 60 percent bonus brings the minimum up to 19s 6d. The report outlines the wage structure and alleged effects on miner earnings.
The Arbitration Court began sittings in Dunedin on March 4 and heard a long list of about sixty operations for the cost of living bonus with the majority granted and some deferrals. Wage increase decisions were deferred in several applications. The court will sit all next week and the Wellington dairy employees dispute awards a 48 hour week over six days with a clause tied to city council payments to distributors. The minimum wage is 3 pounds 15 shillings and a quart of milk.
The Government forms a Petrol Committee in Wellington with sub committees in Auckland Christchurch and Dunedin to control distribution. Essential users receive preference while breaches of regulations face penalties. daily and weekly supply lists become mandatory for importers and distributors. Shortage described as temporary with enough petrol for essentials and economy urged.
The South Island Brass Bands Association met in Dunedin on March 5 with wide attendance. Nelson will host the contest next year in February or March. Dr H T J Thacker MP of Christchurch was reelected president along with twelve vice-presidents the secretary the treasurer and the executive. The meeting adopted the annual report and balance sheet and discussed matters important to bandsmen.
Norman Ross swam an exhibition 150 yards backstroke and raced L Kronfeld over 200 yards at the Auckland carnival. Ross won by about sixteen yards in 2 minutes 2.525 seconds. The New Zealand record stands at 2 minutes 37 3/5 seconds.
JAS. THOMPSON of Hampstead rebuts Gr Wright's assertions on sewerage disposal. He argues septic tanks are identical to liquifying tanks, clarifies that sediments settle at the bottom, and denies gas germs or crystalising processes. He insists tanks are airtight and work by gravitation.
Sir asks if ratepayers wives may vote on the March 17 sewerage loan proposal and whether they must own property in their own name. The reply affirms wives’ qualifications, noting husbands and wives share qualifications. reference to Guardian cited.
FL W Watt chair of the Drainage Committee cites three tradesmen estimates from Invercargill showing costs for connecting homes to the street sewer. Estimates range from £24 0s to £31 8s with a separate £50 claim by Mr Purnell. The Borough Council plans to advance funds to needy ratepayers repayable by instalments and oppose a higher sanitary rate.
Amid calm commerce, embargo lift on hides sparks sharp leather and footwear price hikes. Some dealers secretly stock for profit, while Gough and Son refuse profiteering and keep prices steady with current stock across four branches as farmers buy ahead while prices stay low.
The Sydney Tennis Association will cable Canada that regulations prevent accepting the late challenge arrived three days late. It is suggested Canada should cable the challenging nations to apply for a redraw.
A report notes mushrooms are plentiful worldwide from Siberia to tropical regions, highlighting global supply and diverse growing areas.
In fine weather at Christchurch Akaroa County Club held races with multiple events. Winners include Annie's Dream Coalition Gérlefan in a neck margin, Sleepy Head Minsk Adopted by a length, and Cap Warlike Tyne Warlowe with Acquittal scratched. Times given for each event.
Napier Park meets on March 6 with record attendance. Hurdles race winner All Talk with Time 2min 42. Telegraph Handicap won by Hepta as Heathermoon second and Empire third. McVay Memorial saw Lingeris first with Gold Shine second and Punka third. Hookah Jed faded after three furlongs. several horses scratched.
Napier Park Racing Club hosts its autumn meeting as totalisator turnover reaches £27,614 on day one, slightly below last year’s £28,060. Sapling Stakes sees Chrysotom first, Delit second, Humbug third. Welter Handicap goes to Pat Oil ahead of Persian King and Eheipa. Trial Hack Handicap winner Grange with Chit Chat second and Chant Royal third. Welter Handicap results include Mumble first and Admiral Codrington in second. Flying Handicap tops six furlongs with Chimera first and Marula second.
Herbert Booth delivered a richly illustrated address titled Ecce Homo showing Jesus Christ as Deity. About 200 pictures traced Christ life events to argue for divinity and appeal to worshippers. He warned of two choices Christ is God or an imposter, then outlined seven I Am statements and related themes.
The council expresses satisfaction as Mr AL G McFarland departs the district. They commend his reporting of meetings and note he has obtained a better position, signaling goodwill on his departure.
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