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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Mar 18, 1908
Page
4
The Timaru Herald argues that a three-fifths local option threshold benefits no-license supporters by delaying open-bar restorations. It cites Ashburton’s 1905 vote showing closures despite a majority and suggests keeping the provision to slow reversals elsewhere.
In Napier on March 17 the Education Board debated Bible in schools. Inspectors had asked for guidance on hours and scope. the board affirmed five hours daily for five days weekly for secular instruction and rejected extending the day for religious teaching in preparatory classes.
The movement for church co operation gains ground in Scotland. A North of border catechism draws praise as a sign of unity. Glasgow University General Council backs an educational policy to enlarge the Faculty of Theology with chairs funded by a multi church Curators Board.
The Alford Forest Racing Club held its city meeting yesterday drawing about 700 spectators despite threatening conditions. Officials led by President A McWarlane oversaw fastidiously run events with crook riding guarded by stewards and about ten bookmakers licensed. Races included the Ladies Purse Handicap won by Wardland ahead of Handy Man. the Bushside Trot Time Handicap won by Eleanor. the Alford Forest Cup Handicap taken by Roscommon. and the Springburn Welter Handicap won by Roscommon with Nansen placing strong in another event.
Perth report says Barnes took one wicket for 81 runs Crawford claimed three for 52 and Rhodes 37 Hutchings 24 Gunn 25 and Bround 27 contributed in the innings. English players have departed aboard the Ophir.
The article notes a quick action by BBEY Beat Polish to preserve leather and polish boots efficiently. It highlights speedy application and material care, focusing on a practical cleaning and polishing method.
The Concilia tion Board resumed hearings on the farm labourers dispute in Rangiora. Joseph Loveday, a 29 year old farm labourer from Ohaka, testified he had lost 400 pounds due to poor crops and preferred current conditions over anUnion plan. Employers' witnesses argued against a fixed award, noting wide farm differences and economic strain on Canterbury agriculture. The board adjourned and planned further sessions across Rangiora Darfield Oxford and Leeston.
During holidays you can find light yet durable shoes at Mellor's with high quality and economical prices. This alteration sale promises unbeatable prices in the district, advertising footwear suitable for tennis bowls or cricket.
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