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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Mar 09, 1908
Page
4
An old advertisement proclaims a tea product as splendidly refreshing and stimulating. It notes a price of No. 2, 1s 6d and claims quick taste satisfaction. Agents listed: Manchester Bros.
Fondirans listed for Alford Forest Racing Club meeting at Mount Somers Domain on the 17th with races including Ladies Purse and Bushside Trot Handicap. Entries cover weights for Imperialwood, Roscommon, Wardland, Federal, Cracroft and more. Excursion trains run Christchurch to Mount Somers with a special Ashburton departure.
March 7 racing results list winners in several events. Ims Handicap seven furlongs saw Lady Rylstone win, Medaglia second, Wille Fox third with time 1 min 29 4 sec. Select Stakes Handicap seven furlongs won by Alawa, Delenda second, Adriatic third. time 1 min 34 sec. Place Handicap one mile and a half won by Ulkeron, Ganymedes second, Putty third. time 2 min 8 1/2 sec. Autumn Steeplechase about three miles Camelot first, Tarpon second, Seymour fifth. time 6 min 12 9 sec. Champion Stakes three miles Pern first, Apologue second, Proceeder third. Farewell Handicap one mile Grenadier first, North Head second, True Scot third. time 1 min 41 sec.
At Canterbury Park today the principal event, the Canterbury Park Handicap, was won by Lionheart by four lengths over Enunismar and Karanaud. The race covered one mile and a quarter with a time of 2 minutes 11 and a fraction seconds.
In London on March 7 Mr Asquith told the House of Commons that on February 28 Lord Tweedmouth received a private letter from the Kaiser. He said the exchange was personal and friendly and neither letter was communicated to the Cabinet. He added the Cabinet had already agreed on the Naval Estimates before the Kaiser’s letter.
Berlin March 7 The German Foreign Office says the Kaiser did not attempt to influence British naval plans. The letter corrected mistaken views in Ragland about the German fleet and asserts the Emperor is a naval expert with right to act but would reject foreign meddling in Britain’s Navy.
Coverage shows mixed European reactions with British papers debating official responsibility and potential naval policy implications. Comments target Lord Tweedmouth, Lord Esher, and diplomatic channels while warning against private correspondence. An ad for Bree Boot Polish interrupts the sheet.
Dean Burke after returning from the Old World to Invercargill warns of Ireland's falling population and wealth. He cites landlord‑favored land laws, high sale prices, long-term tenant debt, and emigration. Burke warns of future military strain in Europe and Australasia, and notes his impression of the Pope as a homely, approachable man in Rome.
An advertisement extols Doan's Backache Kidney Pills as a kidney specific remedy to ease backache headaches and systemic ills. A Christchurch user named Mrs Howarde narrates rapid relief from kidney pain linked to a cold and endorses comparing them to Doan's Dinner Pills. The copy touts safety for all ages and notes price 3s per box with mail order from Foster-McClellan Co. Sydney.
A humorous essay compares swans unfavorably with ducks in cold weather. It notes swans get trapped by ice on their legs while ducks circle to keep water unfrozen. It also mentions swans fleeing, failing to swim, and that black swans are more combative and often win fights.
Devereux King & Co offers acres of first class sheep country near railway lines in Otago. Prices range from 4 pounds 10s to 5 pounds 10s per acre, with large cultivated and ploughable tracts and good water supply. Also promotes Colman’s Starch for linen care and shine.
The European Agency advertises prompt execution at low cash prices for British and Continental goods including leather chemicals drapery hardware and more. Commission 2 to 6 percent trade discounts samples from £10 consignments of produce and original invoices supplied established 1814 at 25 Abchurch Lane London.
Paris reportage examines Le Lyceum the French branch of an international ladies club near Bois de Boulogne and Jean de Reszke's home. It contrasts French female abstention from smoking with English trends and notes rising alcohol use among lower classes and a shift in male smoking habits.
The Opunake Times reports a farmer saw his milk supply rise by 100 pounds after Saturday night rain. The Waranaki Herald relays the claim with skepticism, yet the note may be plausible as cows have suffered thirst and hunger. Water abundance could aid full milk flow after weeks without proper drinks.
The article notes that about 200000 cattle and horses die from horn injuries annually in America and that de-horning could cut losses by about 5s per head. It cites New Zealand government use, claims pain is momentary and healing rapid, and warns only skilled men with proper tools should perform the procedure.
Lord Roberts argues a high probability of another great war after studying Hague Conference proceedings. He cites speeches by delegates with warlike tones and fears invasion of the islands is possible unless a bold genius arises to prevent it.
The Salvation Army summarizes the Anti Suicide Bureau started by General Booth on 20 December 1906. It notes 1125 men and 96 women applied, with most from the middle class and many women well educated. Causes cited include poverty, drink, disease, and accidents. treatment relied on merit, sympathy, prayer, and sometimes monetary aid. Seventy five percent of applicants were diverted from suicide, with confessions and restitution encouraged where crimes were involved.
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