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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Mar 12, 1902
Page
2
Moon phase data for March lists last quarter on the 2nd and 10th evening, new moon on the 10th, first quarter on the 24th, and apogee near the 9th. Times given with several marginal numbers accompany each phase.
The notice lists shipping cutoffs and times for multiple routes across ports and continents. It notes Wednesday March 12 for San Francisco Mail Day and related routes to Samoa Hawaii Philippines Japan Canada the UK and Europe with various times for Moray Roetomshana Mapourika and Waihora. Additional deadlines appear for Thursday March 13 and Friday March 14 covering Northern Ports West Coast Australian States and South Africa with specific departure times.
A garbled United Press entry lists sales figures for Golden River 7aldd Teaning Rock 14 6d 14s 64 Olrig 24g fda 3d with unclear context and missing details.
The Spreydon Lodge flock of Snuthdown sheep bred by the late Samuel Garforth was sold by auction with 866 head offered. The total realised price was 2900, drawing brooders from across the colony though the Hleoand portion showed unusual weakness.
Fat sheep crossbreds and lambs led the Ashburton sale with prices from 6s to 128 10d for crossbred ewes and lambs. Ewes and wethers of various ages sold steadily. Peache and Wright families reported strong interest as Mercantile buyers noted well-fed, well-voiced consignments.
The Ashburton Guardian criticizes health authorities in Christchurch over passenger addresses from Sydney steamers to curb plague risk. It urges stronger quarantine as the public worries about inland spread and calls for clearer Defence Ministry actions amid criticism of the South Island Ninth contingent commissions.
Letter argues for making Prince George of England’s birthday a major public holiday across the British dominions and colonies, noting changes after Queen Victoria’s death and Edward VII’s accession. It urges official recognition in New Zealand and elsewhere, to honor the Prince’s birthday as a key yearly event.
Local items note mail closing times, a meeting about WakannuI Creek water supply with Hugo Friedlander and County Engineer Baxter. Events include St Patrick's sports entries, a Southland baker challenging flour tariffs, government aims to purchase Lavela estate, and a call for twenty women teachers for South Africa. Also reported are Weslayan Conference statistics, a Maori youth jump feat, lodge activities, a Sumner post office theft recap, and a Wade's Worm Pills advertisement.
The Swimming Club Carnival is set for tomorrow afternoon at 2:30 in the Domain. The event invites public attendance for a lively showcase of local aquatics and club spirit.
Lord Kitchener said he regrets the reported capture of Lord Methuen with guns and men. He noted Troops and 550 Mounted Rifles brought the news from Marico afterBoer pursuit. Casualties include 39 killed and 11 officers wounded, with Captain Whilney and 200 missing.
Lord Kitchener explains Lord Matthnen and Major Paris with 900 Mounted Rifles and 300 infantry advanced from Wyndberg toward Lichtenburg to meet General Grenfell with 1800 Mounted Rifles at Rooiages fontein on Saturday. The rear broke under Boers flanking fire and a mule wagon stampede. Major Portis surrendered at ten o clock after a gallant stand.
A despatch to the House of Commons describes a dawn Boer attack on the ox convoy escorted by Lord Methuen’s force. Dela Rey’s 1560 men, khaki clad and supported by a 15-pounder and pom pom, disrupted the rear as native boys scattered led horses and mounted troops failed to rally. The mounted unit and mule wagons pursued three miles beyond the ox convoy before being intercepted.
News in Brief reports next year's Wesleyan Conference set for Christchurch New Zealand and notes a clearing sale by the New Zealand Farmers Cooperative Association at Flemington on Wednesday for Mr Diff Molray. The piece mentions Tribe & Co and Bradbury & Co as parties in local trade activity.
Jordn Roberts says Lord Methuen faced an almost impossible task at Magersfontein and was not to blame for failing to relieve Kimberley. He notes Methuen’s zeal, intelligence, and perseverance, his care for De la Rey’s family, and that De la Rey acted with humane civility.
In the House of Commons and Lords Hart Spencer and Lord Salisbury laud Lord Mathuen. A despatch notes Methuen's capture with guns and baggage as Nationalists cheer while ministers scorn the outburst. Dillon Healy and Brodrick receive praise amid noisy benches.
Heavy rain and a water spout flood Mayfield and Anama causing delayed harvesting and widespread property damage. Streets turned to rivers, gardens flooded, and bridges struggled as residents helped others cross and transport through the high water.
A fragment notes a August event with Fletcher Broa and various product mentions. It advertises a tea competition with multiple prizes, and promotes Chamberlain's Pain Balm for sprains and lameness. The New Zealand Farmers' Cooperative Association of Canterbury in Ashburton promotes its goods.
Avakland Maroh Ti Misa Pasir of Devonport reports her brother Lieutenant Phair of the Seventh Contingent was wounded in both legs but is doing well. Major Pilcher says Lieutenant Hovell of Napier is out of danger and 448 Trooper Joseph is out of danger. The Premier received a cable from Major Andrew of the Sixth Contingent with routing details. Departures by the Athenia on March were listed for several Troopers identified by numbers.
A compact, period‑tone summary notes New Zealanders ready to endure any condition and drive back foes. It references hardy men facing cold and wet with steadfast courage, praising their endurance and resolve in battle.
A plea for a readable Britannica style reference to art, architecture, and artists to aid appreciation. The author envisions a portable guide linking great works to clear explanations and urges readers to obtain the Encyclopaedia Britannica through Daily Mail address.
United Preay Association reports Mr O Arthur Pearson offers a £4000 prize for the first London to Birmingham voyage with M Santos Dumont as a competitor. Also notes the death of James Hingston author of An Australian Abroad and other brief items from various locations.
Reports from Brisbane dated March 11 say patient Wood has died from plague and his wife was attacked by the disease. The issue underlines a public health concern and ongoing infections.
MeCV OConnor, chief engineer of United Pras Association, was found dead in shallow water near Fremantle. Authorities deem suicide possibly linked to circumstances of the day’s events. A revolver lay nearby and a bullet wound was noted in the mouth. The deceased often rode with his daughter but was alone yesterday morning.
The city of Tiestein faces a Franco-American dispute that has been referred to ministers at Pekin for settlement. Aleatria Loxpon reports on the international handling and the potential diplomatic implications of the case.
The Fire Brigades held a smoke concert where the Mayor presented long service medals to firefighters. Secretary Mr Gilberd received an innovation honor while being decorated with a blue ribbon of the New Zealand Hire Service.
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