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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Mar 20, 1908
Page
4
Bible in Schools Sparks Minister Statement
Wellington March 18 The Minister of Education discusses the Hawke's Bay education board move on Bible teaching. He notes the Nelson system places Scripture lessons outside school hours with attendance voluntary and sees no conflict with the Act so long as secular instruction hours are definite.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wellington
Hawke's Kayducation Board
Minister of Education
Nelson
Napier
Education Board Condemns Department Overcrowding Issue
In Dunedin on March 18 the Education Board condemned the Education Department over crowded conditions at Forbury School. The chairman Mr T Mackenzie MP said a letter announced an Inspector General visit to confer with inspectors to seek mitigation. The board protested what it called Departmental interference and encroachment on local authority.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dunedin
Education Board
Forbury School
T. Mackenzie
Tago
Provines
Barclay Endorses Government Policy and Ten Year Seat Redistribution
In Dunedin on March 19 Mr Barclay addressed constituents praising government policy. He urged ten year intervals for seat redistribution and condemned the Blackball strike noting seven miners were dismissed, insulted, and tortured for their leadership. A vote of thanks and confidence was passed unanimously.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dunedin
Barclay
Prizes For School Children In Nelson Essay Contest
Education Department circular outlines an annual prize by the British and Foreign Sailors Society of London for essays on maritime topics. Open to under sixteen year olds in the dominion with the subject What does the nation owe to Nelson and her sailors. Essays must be under 1000 words and submitted by May 31 to the local Education Board with full student details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Education Department
Dominion
British and Foreign Sailors’ Society
London
Great Britain
Wellington
St. March
Schoals
Lords of the Admiralty
T.M.S
Neptune
Nelson
Foudroyant
Education
Education Board
JH. O. Gibbes
Local Bodies and Their Employees Debate Arbitration Route
Delegates from Masterton and surrounding areas meet to consider Labourers Union demands. The chair Mayor Corndine supports concessions but cautions higher costs and endless cycles. They decide to take the case to the Arbitration Court and urge abolition of the Conciliation Board.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Masterton
Save the Evening Post
Wairarawa
Corndine
Arbitration Court
Geradine
W. J. Welch
Rheumatic cures claimed for Rheuma remedy
A claimed cure tale from July 1 1807 cites Mr A Fr Jannine of Feilding praising Rheuma for rheumatism gout sciatica lumbago. The advertisement urges a fair trial and states outlets sell Rheuma at 2s 6d and 4g 6d.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. Fr. Jannine
Feilding
H. Janning
Sporting Methven Trotting Club Officials Named
Officials and key roles listed for the Sporting Methven Trotting Club including president Messrs D Cameron and S Holmes, clerk of the course F H Irvine, handicapper H Brinkswan, starter H Reynolds, hon treasurer R Kennedy, hon secretary P J Morn, and other officers such as steward and surgeon Dr Leon James.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. Cameron
S. Holmes
A. McFarlane
Ludge
R. Curtis
H. Reynolds
H. Brinkswan
F.H. Irvine
A. G. Stranach
R. Kennedy
Mir P. J. Morn
Leon James
M.A
Ashburton Amateur Cycling Club meets in mixed weather
The Ashburton Amateur Cycling and Athletic Club held a meet at Domain on Thursday despite heavy rains the night before. Attendance was about 200 by mid afternoon, with a later sun and drying wind improving the track. Races included maid en trot handicap and Springfield and Domain events with Repeater, Princess Minnie, Rothella, and Maritana among winners.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Metheran
Methver
Durin
Rakaia
Ashburton
H. Kennedy
Geo. Dores
W. T. Doak
Gsec
E. Sharplin
Nordquist
Yankee Lass
Bsec
W. Buchan
St. Cyrus
Une
Jas. Morland
Clampett
Ser
St. Miller
Little Pat
Dsec
T. Doherty
Richard
Asec
A. W. Baxter
Sheela
al Joe
T. Wood
Pringle
John Smith
J. Brankin
W. Fox
A. Gameron
R. McConachie
Maritana
Publicans
H. D. Knos
Princess Minnie
Syrs
G Peacock
Orner
W. T. Smith
Eleanor
G. Smith
O. Digby
Alsola
G. Thompson
Specialwood
Jas Morland
g.Clampatt
G. Ironside
Pert
King V
Roan Alice
Imperialwood
Gold Reef
Lvywood II
Siddie
W. J. Baxter
Rothella
A. Stewart
S & F Imperialwood
A. McCormack
Baoness
J. McLennan
Olga
A. Pringle
RB. McConachie
H. Wright
Elvaston
Jolly ‘Tom
Red Ribbon
Repeater
Govs
Miss Thompson
Lesec CF. Thompson
Imperial Nell
Princesa Joy
Yankes Lass
Doug Some
Fine Brute
Mount Harding
J. Simith
Peacock
C. Digby
Akola
G. Trotusides
EB. Is. Barnes
King
St. Cyprus
G. T. Smith
Mivastan
Gyrs
Sdece
Hileanor
Boness
Ashburton Amateur Cycling and Athletic Club
Knowles
BR. Walker
A. Thomas
S. Beauvais
Walker
S. J. Thomas
Hf. Burdekin
Wpage
M. C. Seegers
M. Segers
W. Page
Thomas
W. Moore
R. A. Sinclair
L. J. Wechnay
Feehney
Moore
K. Soal
K. Rollitt
J. Church
Finland
J. McCallum
RB. Jones
D. Hewson
W. F. Sinogon
E. W. Cardale Feo
F. H. Francis
W. Pape
H. Burdekin
Tyds
R. Lowe
D. Bell
M. Steel
J. Robinson
Ala.c
W. Anderson
M. Sogers
S. Thomas
New Zealand Farmers’ Co-operative Association
H. Beauvais
J. Brown
T. Craven
T. Craven, 2. Time, 1Min 36Sec. Half-mile Boys’ Relay Race.—High School
High School
Borough School
Wranes
H. R. Walker
R. S. Mansford
Mansford
James Brown
The Decay of Manners in Modern Life
A reflective column notes ongoing concerns about courtesy in public life. It cites telephone rudeness and streetcar etiquette, arguing good manners stem from habit and instinct rather than expectation of thanks, and questions whether young men today pay the extra tuppence for civility.
Boy Thief Sentenced in Auckland Court
A sixteen year old, Duncan RB Galder wood, admitted a long spree of thefts across the dominion and was sentenced at the Police Court to three months imprisonment. He will be returned to Burnham Industrial School for boys.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Auckland
Duncan RB
Galderwood
Dominion
Burnham Industrial School
Mellor's Shoes Offers Durable, High Quality Footwear
Holiday shoppers are urged to visit Mellor's Shoes for comfortable footwear ideal for tennis bowls or cricket. The advert promises Heht quality and longevity at ambbel prices, claiming unmatched value in the district.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mellor
Sen
Neiam
Abbey and Cowpow Earnt Payment
A garbled note mentions Abbey and Cowpow receiving payment or dues. It references a failed attempt to earn something, with unclear names and amounts. The readable fragment suggests a financial transaction or wage dispute.
Proposals to Amend Police Provident Fund Rules
The police force votes for changes to the Police Provident Fund Act 1899 aiming to match benefits with the Public Service Superannuation Act 1907. Proposals include annual ministerial contributions, expanded board, refunds on retirement, higher pensions, widows and children provisions, and clearer board duties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dominion
Police Provident Fund
Government Railways
Public Service
Inspector of Police
Wellington
Wai Rongoa Water Promoted as Health Tonic
An advertisement extols Wai Rongoa table water from Wai Rongoa Springs as a superior tonic for indigestion constipation liver complaints gout and rheumatism. It notes natural gas content and recommended use with meals. Endorsed by medical opinion and linked to hospitals and notable entities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
N.Z
U.S.8. Co
Bellamy’s
Teas and Footwear Ad from Blanchester Bros
A retro ad proclaims a refreshing stimulating tea and urges quick purchase. It promotes Blanchester Bros as agents with a large stock of ladies Gentas and children’s boots shoes and slippers. It highlights children’s sandals live and button shoes as a specialty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Blanchester Bros
Music School Offers Exams Preparation in All Branches
Music department announces training for Fusion and Mutic in all lis branches with pupils ready for any examinations held by English Academies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mutic
Lis
A Family Affair Cure by Mother Seigel's Syrup
Mrs Arthur Farely of Sydney and her husband credit Mother Seigel's Syrup with curing her indigestion and his rheumatism after years of illness. She reports relief after starting the syrup in 1904 and five bottles cured her. He likewise recovered after using the medicine, which the letter promotes as a healthy home remedy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seigel
Arthur Farely
Macquarie Street South
Sydney
Farely
Wanaganui Caledonian Society Moves to Secede
At the Wanaganui Caledonian Society annual meeting on March 18 a motion passed in favor of seceding from the New Zealand Athletic Union. The society intends to run its meetings independently of outside control.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wanganui
Wanganui Caledonian Society Tonight
New Zealand Athletic Union
Property listing with pasture and homestead details
Seeks buyers for 200 acres in young grass plus 5 acres in turnips and remaining old pasture. Six room dwelling in good repair with stable for 12 horses, woolshed and barn. Five miles by metal road from railway. Present stock includes 1600 sheep in fattening country.
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Vaig
Spock's
Blue Boot Store
Burnet? Street
Methven
RANDS
Timber and Coal Merchants
Pellogh
Mosr Deapir
Hemsley Burnet
Price
Onaineton
Myre Hemsley Burnet
George Street
Hevea
Lane
Aples
Gillies
J. B. Mackinan and Co., Limited
Dundin
Feye. Wea
Mitchell
Bible IN Schools
Sporting
Methven Trotting Club
A.A.C
A.C
Messrs
D. Thomas
T. N. Gibson
Ro .B. Coward
PH. Cox
T. Dignan
C. S. Harper
H. A. Lloyd
R. G. Shearman
McClurg
E. J. Orr
A. UH. Field
de G. Malet
W. H. Rundle
F. H. Curtis
Robilliard
Manchester
W. G. Roberts
W. Hodgkins
F. Ferriman
THE
Police Force and Police Fund
Kozie
Lea
T. Young, Tlster Boot Stores
Taterl Plains
YHR
Main South Jane
Canterbury
Luck and Stockwell
Hereford Street
United Service Hotel
Christchurch
Robert Alcorn
Llewellyn Owen
MUS
L.om
MIG
Health and
Loasby's
Loasby
Eovots
Sisc
J. Mellor
Boul Importer
Abhbur Ton
Prensa Ares
Craighead and Berryman
Craighead and Co., Tailors‘and Outfitters
East Street
Ealandia
Ih. E. Bgnningtgh
Ars Ryan
Timaru
Hughes
Burnett Street
MI TE
Cannon
S. T. Wilson
Tancred Street
Kaye and Carter
Keen's
Bates
Bass Jarme
G. H. Buchanan
Barnest Street
Perry, Perry & Kinnerney
Weil
New Zealand
Coalbrookdale
COAL
ALL Grocers
Ey Baker
Undertakers
Telephone
Newman's Livery Stables
Newman
Golman
Ayers Bros
Rangus
ASTBURTON PRRMANENT BUILDING AND _ INVESTMENT SOCIETY
Jivery Dar
Albert Roberts
Marsona
Messie Kerr Bros
Burnette Treat
Buxton and Thomas
Triangle
Beach Road
Hampstead
Bullock
Eas
Founkmarly
Mesars A. Co., Ltd
A. Orr
Mise Bullock
Cameron’ Street
Railway
Wills Street
Weetelt
Bollock
Dalgety. and Co., Limited
Edge
Glass Properties
Dalgety & Co., Limited
Totty
Rk, Totty
Chemist
Burnity Strout
Oavosite Somerset Hotel
Ttek B
LL Worth
Glenie
ciocerTa? Toilet Company
Violetta
Barrett
the Rats
Abermain
Coats
Abermain Colliery Co., Ltd
Thos. Brown
Tidison
ToxDon
Wnealthh
Loardon
Cou
Atda
United Kingdom
London Drectory,co., Ltd
Abchurch Lane
B.C
Thomas Hancax
Robert Bell
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