Have for sale big farm on Wakanui Creek frontage
Have for sale on account of Mr Thomas Johns a six acre property with a five room dwelling, outbuildings, and copper piggery near Wakanui Creek. Land currently fallow and ready for oats, priced to suit a working man who can rent and profit from it. Also advertised a 85 acre compact farm with 5 room dwelling, near school, first class land good for heavy wheat crops, easy terms.
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Sali
Wakanui
Johns
Dental Extraction Ad Notices at Prana and East Street
An old classified style notice advertises tooth extractions with charges per tooth at 6d and claims no pain. It lists locations Over H. M. demes Stationer Tawi Street Prana and Over H. M. Jones Stationer East Street plus a private residence O/o Nurse Mc Bride Cameron Street West.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nurse McBride
Cameron Street
West
Hairdresser and Tobacco Conist Opens in Dennisce
On commence business as a hairdresser and tobacconist on Monday next the 16th inst adjacent to J W de Beer jeweller East Street. The new shop invites old friends to call at once.
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Dennisce
J. W. de Beer
East Street
Ashburton near Fairfield Freezing Works Sheep Farm Listing
80 acres of winter feed sown down with grass 140 acres this year’s grass balance in third year five roomed house stabling outbuildings sheep yards orchard etc subdivided into paddocks price ten pounds per acre apply to R Hand, estate agent Colombo Street Christchurch. Crown lease available exchanges considered with reasonable price. Union Bank of Australia listed locally.
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Ashburton
Fairfield Freezing Works
Hand
Ashburton County
Crown
R. Handcock
Colombo Street
Christchurch
Union Bank of Australia
Ashburton real estate and insurance notices headline
Harold BE Curtis Land and agents advertise live stock and fire insurance with multiple companies and stockfeed brands. Property offers include 4 room houses for rent and sale across several streets, plus building sites and farms in Ashburton and Geraldine districts ready for inspection.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harold BE
Curtis
Cameron Street
Ashburton
Live Stock General Insurance Company
New Zealand
Plate Glass
Yorkshire Live Stock
Yorkshire Fire Insurance Company
Quibell
Maling and Co., Limited
Christchurch
William Street
Oh. and Co
Havelock Street
Tancred Street
Wills St
Geraldine
Wheat and Flour Shipments Across Continents
London reports totals for wheat and flour afloat: 4,670,000 quarters to the Continent, 2,805,000 for Atlantic shipment, 106,000 for the Pacific, and 80,000 for additional Pacific movement. Figures reflect March 9 data received March 10.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Continent
Atlantic
Pacific
Ashburton notes on grain teams and local affairs
The period covers Conciliation Board debates on employee value, grain team condition linked to driver care, and the high pressure water supply costs. Local happenings include St Andrews Presbyterian Young Mens Bible Class forming a hockey club, Ashburton Guards training, Hibernian Friendly Society meeting, Uncle Tom’s Cabin staged by Taylor-Car rington Company, and Sir Joseph Ward’s Oddfellows initiation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ashburton
St. Andrews Presbyterian Young Mens
Wilson
G. B. Inglis
W. J. Mullin
D. McDonald
R. McDonald
W. McDonald
BR. Meehan
W. Morrison
Steal Pie
J. Killoh
Bobin
Colin Wilson
Ashburton Hockey Club
Domain Ground
Domain lawn project eyed for tennis and croquet use
The Curator of the Domain plans to lay out a lawn near the Oval entrance for tennis and house games, with a surrounding live hedge. The cemetery board reports a £375 balance and £16 4s 6d receipts since the last meeting, with no other business conducted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oval
Young
Tio
Ogy Domain
Cemetery Boards
Domain
Cemetery Board
Methodist Conference Changes Station Appointments in Canterbury
At the Auckland conference third reading, ministers were reassigned across many stations in Upper Thames Aramoho Waimarino South Wairarapa Pahiatua Motueka Reefton Westport Addington Tai Tapu Ashburton Malvern and other districts. Canterbury district notes list changes at Christchurch Dur ham Street Connexional Secretary and multiple congregations. Lay members for Loan and Building Fund appointed. Blain Fund aid authorized. contingents funds managers named. Home Mission postings set for Canterbury including Christ Church Addington Timaru Amberley and more.
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W. EH. Spear
Motueka
G. Snadden
Reefton
W. Newbold
Westport
CG. Blair
Addington
J. J. Lochore
Tai Tapu
B. J. Jeune
Ashburton
H. BK
Bellhouse
Malvern
RR. Stichards
Gore
W. Greenslade
Otautau
G. T. Marshall
Roxburgh
A. A. Pratt
Canterbury
Durham Street
Dewsbury
W. Ready
T. Kt. Richards
A. McBean
Henry Bull
Christchurch
W.G. Maslin
Rangiora
J. T. Penfold
A. Ashcroft
Timaru
W. Banmber
Waimate
P. W. Fairclough
Tenuke
W. Beckett
A.B. Bellhouse
W. W. Avery
Willowby
C. H. Standage
Lawry
Canterbury Strict
H. TR. Dewsbury
H. R. Dewsbury
J. G. Prudhoe
Ashburton Council Reviews High-Pressure Water Supply Report
At a council meeting the Ashburton Borough considers the Special Committee report on a high-pressure water supply scheme. The committee recommends adopting Crawford's plan with changes: eight inch main, larger engine power, and spigot and facet pipes, and to proceed with the proposal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crawford
Ashburton
Friedlander
Nicoll
Dr Nicoll
Oy Nicoll
Sumner
W. Nicall
High pressure water supply plan for Ashburton town
A 1908 Ashburton report outlines pumping based pure water supply from Reserve 800 near the river with a 50 000 gallon tower, 6 to 8 foot well, 8 inch to 9 inch mains and Simplex pipes. It details costs 14 875 8 total with engines pumps and contingencies and seeks £15 000 loan approval.
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Ashburton
Tam
Havelock Street
West Town
Niagara
Santo
Hydraulic Engine Coy
Fooks
Eaft
Antarctic Nimrod crew shakeup shocks Shackleton camp
Christchurch dispatch reports no disputes during the Nimrod voyage yet rumours of friction between Shackleton and Captain England arise. England says magnetic survey delayed for repairs and resigns command, handing Nimrod to Kinser Barns and Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christchurch
Antarctic
Nimrod
Shackleton
Eptain Ungland
England
River conditions report shows clear and dirty readings
Morning river report lists Ashburton and Rangitata as clear while Rakaia is dirty, indicating varying water quality across the three rivers for the day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ashburton
Rangitata
Rakaia
Trouble at Blackball raises union dismissal claim
The Greymouth Star reports that the Blackball Miners' Union intends to sue the company for breach of the award after workers were dismissed for union activity. The action centers on alleged union busting at Blackball.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Per
Prosg Association
Greymouth
The
Greymouth Star
Blackball Miners’ Union
Unionisia
Public discussion over water scheme and pipe sizes endures
Councillors debate the water project with Dr Friedlander and Dr Nicoll, weighing pipe eight versus seven inches and the well site described as a dumping ground. The mayor warns ratepayers may reject the plan while stressing testing and possible site changes before proceeding.
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Friedlander
Gibson
Nicoll
Crawford
Williams
Gr Friedlander
Clark
Stewart
Orr
Wood
Davison
Rain Falls After Threats as Soil Still Parched
Rain began last evening after 9 o clock with about one inch measured at the Domain station. The county gains money from prior rainfall but the subsoil remains dry enough to hinder ploughing and scarifying until further soaking occurs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Domain
Bulgarian murder and Knickerbocker Trust news brief
A Bulgarian killed the first dragoman at the Greek consulate in Salonika but fled the scene. In New York the Knickerbocker Trust reopened and freed 464 million dollars in cash. Kansas City bank rehabilitated.
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Athens
Salonika
Econ
New York
Knickerbocker Trust
Kansas City
United States
Mysterious Wreck Sequel Tells of Nevre Tigre Sailings
Sailor Jackson recounts that the schooner Neuvre Tigre left Callao in November with fifty tons of coke. A cook killed the captain and mate with a tomahawk and forced crew to jettison cargo before sailing toward Tahiti, later driven ashore at Apatnama. Mortimer and Jackson arrested, authorities seek vessel identification.
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Sydney
Apamama Lagoon
Gilbert Group
Germania
Hayes
Messrs Burns, Philp and Co
Jackson
Neuvre Tigre
Tahiti
Australa
Apatnama
Mortimer
Taravwa
Callao
Lord Ashtown Cleared In Glenahiry Outrage Probe
Mr Justice Kenny finds no evidence against Lord Ashtown in the Glenahiry outrage and condemns Inspector Preston for signing a report accusing him. He cites possible alterations in Dublin Castle by Sir Neville Chamberlain or the Under-Secretary. The judge also confirms the County Court’s damages award.
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London
Justice Kenny
Lord Ashtown
Glenahiry
Inspector Preston
Constabulary
Preston
Dublin Castle
Neville Chamberlain
County Court
Public Works Committee Recommends £50,000 Drainage Loan
The Public Works Committee on March 10 resolved to ask the council to seek ratepayer approval for a loan of £50,000 to fund drainage extension works recommended by Messrs Midgely and Taylor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vapier
Public Works Committee
Messrs Midgely and Taylor
Wreckage Sightings Reported at Auckland Harbor
A Shark Bay resident mails the Collector of Customs about finding a 16 ft open boat off Kauri Point while seeing a drifting yacht with mainsail set. Harbourmaster at Hokianga reports locating a white cabin door and other wreckage at Wangamama beach, likely from a scow.
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Auckland
Shark Bay
Kauri Point
Hokiangs
Wangamama
Bequest to Bunedin Hospital Reported in Dunedin
A bequest from Miss Walker of 21000 pounds is reported for the Bunedin Hospital in Dunedin dated March 10. The gift supports hospital care and charitable work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dunedin
Bunedin Hospital
Kaiser's Letter Incident Draws Press Reactions Across Europe
Berlin and London press commentary tracks reactions to the Kaiser's letter amid Anglo German tensions. Berlin Bols observe vigilance while noting surprise at Prince Bulow. The Times and Standard report on diplomatic stance and confidential handling in Parliament. Berlin Tageblatt questions private utterance claims.
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Berlin
Asquith
Kaiser
Times
Berlin Tageblatt
Kruger
Prince Bulow
London
The
Standard
Yeon
Morning Post
House of Commons
Balfour
Lord Tweedmouth
Edward Grey
Berliner Yageblatt
Licensing Bill Provokes Stock Exchange Protest in Britain
A memorial signed by 50 Stock Exchange members was presented to Mr Asquith protesting the Licensing Bill. They argue the bill is confiscatory, reducing security for brewery debentures and shares, causing losses to many innocent holders and setting a precedent for other property classes. Sir Henry Campbell-Bannerman is reported sleeping better and retaining strength.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Don
Sir Henry Campbell- Bannerman
The
Stock Exchange
Asquith
Pope orders excommunication of Abbe Loisy for Modernism
Rome March 9 reports the Congregation of the Index acting on the Pope's command to excommunicate Abbe Loisy, a leading figure in the Modernist movement within the church. The measure marks a severe stance against theological reform efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rome
Congregation of the Index
Abbe Loisy
Portuguese Delegate Seeks Pro Emergence in Transvaal Tariff Talks
In Pretoria Tariff Conference notes received March 9 show Portugal instructs its delegate to secure prominence for Lourence Magne at Transvaal talks. The export angle covers South Africa Transvaal trade and Portugal’s stance as of March 10.
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Portugal
Pretoria
Lourence Magne
Transvaal
Japan Open to China's Trade and Arms Return Proposals
Japan shows willingness to discuss China's proposals on returning Tacuman arms to Japan and suppressing trade in munitions of war with the mainland. Talks aim to ease tensions and prevent further arms transfers in the region.
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TOKO
Tach
Japan
China
Tacuman
The Druce Portland Case Developments
London reports March 9 that Mrs Robinson has resigned for a week and Mrs Hamilton remains until Thursday with bail allowed.
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London
Robinson
Hamilton
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the Ladies OF Ashburton
Ashburton Agency
Paris
Zouch
Tangred Street
A. L. Zouch
Ladies & Gentlemen
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Farmers’ Co-operative Association of Canterbury, Ltd
A. Lloyd
Allenton
FL Ferriman
TOR Sale
Winchmore Road
Ashburton Railway Station
MS Rees A. S
H. M. Demes
Stationer
Tawi Street
H. M. Jones
Southland
Harold E. Curtis
Commission
E H. Gresham
Burnett Street
Q51
Hemsley Burhknet
Price
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Bennington
Mra
Hemsley Garnet
George Street
Dunadin
Ayationery
Stephens and Morrell
Commersgial
Logal
Ashburton Guards
W. Tucker
W. Me.Mlister
Hibernian Friendly Society
James Sturpley
Friendly Societies’ Conference
Oddfellows’ Hall
Taylor-Carrington Company
Joseph Ward
Manchester Unity Order of Oddfellows
Fountain of Friendship Lodge
Ophir
Otago
North Island
Christ+church Cycling and Motor Club
Rakaia Gorge
Methven
Coalgate
Mount Somers
A. Harris
Jnn
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F. Kitto
Otekaike
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Stonyhurst
Hald
Armberley
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Manchuria
Germany
Cardiff
London Symphony Orchestra
Temuka
Alford Forest Racing Club
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Flattess
Thess. Mahone
Bini
Hobart
Melbourne
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G. Hefford and Co
Methodist Conference
MR . Lawford
C.E
Borough of Ashburton
S.E
Trafic Bridge
Railway Department
Hampstead
B.H.P
H.p
Aice
James Crawford
C.H. Sumner
Horogh
Cr Davison
Dr Friedlander
Niaoll
Cr Friedlander
Cr Nicoll
Dr. Nicoll
Nigell
Gr Nicoll
South Polar Expedition
United Prase Association
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Forbes Winsloe
Republican Committee of
New York State
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Durban
Natal
Labour Party
Thomas Carados Kerry
Gungh Island
Inaccessible
Nightingale Islands
MR Chamberlain
Daily Mail
Ortona
Dayton
Florida Beach
Bernin
Irish Affairs
Municipal Enterprise
Kaiser-Tweedmouth
British Politics
Henry Campbell-Bannerman
South Africa
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