First Award of Merit for Knowledge Leads to Drenching Costs
The notice advertises Joseph Ford's Drench and Lungworm Mixture with testimonials from Dunsandel and Jonathan Sowden. It includes a table of drenching costs for sheep, stating price per gallon and total cost per head, and notes the product as a cure for scour in calves and to improve condition in unthrifty calves. Prices listed: 19s per gallon in 1-gallon tins and 175 per gallon in 2-gallon tins.
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Joseph Ford
Ford
Dunsandel
Jonathan Sowden
Thomas Bros. Grain Produce and Seed Dealers
THOMAS BROS. GRAIN PRODUCE AND SEED DEALERS. Wholesale and retail trade in grains seeds and produce with special reductions to the trade. Agent for Nairn and Sons Florists and Nurserymen Christchurch. Wreaths bouquets artificial wreaths pots and plants made on short notice. Free delivery within town radius. Address Have locke Street Ashburton.
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Nairn and Sons
Christchurch
Topping the Wool Market in New Zealand Sales
Myr Bothell again tops Christchurch December sales with 1s 6d per lb, matching last season's peak after securing the previous record two years ago. W Small tops Napier market at 12 1/2d, repeating his Hawke's Bay record of 1906. both men are noted users of Little's Sheep Dips along with listed Christ Church and Timaru sellers who also achieved top prices. Orders for these dips are now being booked for the season.
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Myr Bothell
New Zealand
Christchurch
W. Small
Hawke’s Bay
Napier
Little
C. Dy. Fox
Masses
Phases of the Moon for March
Ephemeris notes listing rising and setting times for March 26 through March 31 with values like 613 and 615 and 6.62. It includes Full Moon on the 2nd 72 26 p.m Hast Quarter on the 15 3 12 p.m New Moon on the 28 7 41 a.m First Quarter on the 29 419 am Apogee on the 7 30 p.m and Perigee on the 24 121 O p.m.
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Ephemeris
D. Inom
Wheat production talk frames empire self sufficiency
A London lecture by Mr A. E. Humphries on The Production of Wheat in the British Empire argues for global wheat sufficiency at moderate prices. He cites UK population growth, Canadian yields, India imports, and the rust threat in Africa and proposes imperial preference but notes consumer costs.
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A. E. Or Humphries
London
British Empire
Humphries
United Kingdom
Canada
My Humphries
India
Australia
New Zealand
Peter
Paul
Local Labour Surplus Shifts to Shortages in Ashburton
Ashburton reports a sudden flip in employment with many out of work last week and a surge of job placements this week. Labour agents claim fifteen men could have been placed yesterday, while Diedin sees 350 unemployed. The piece notes urban crowding and rural labor shortages, plus a string of local items including a brass band concert, Education Board elections, cadets’ cup, and a charitable home gift.
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Ashburton
Diedin
Education Board
Colonial Ammuuition Company
A. D. Stitt
Express Service Timetable Cuts Travel Time North and South
Wellington March 24 The accelerated express tram services to start April 1 will cut Christchurch to Invercargill time from 15 hours 5 minutes to 13 hours 10 minutes by removing about a dozen stops. Southbound times push from Christchurch at 8 am, with key stops at Rakaia Ashburton Temuka Timaru, and final arrival Invercargill by 9:80 pm. Connections vary by weekday. some northbound links to Wellington via Maori at Lyttelton. New Plymouth transfer adjusted for 8.15 am express to allow bag grace. Minor stoppages removed. New Plymouth remains at its usual evening time.
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Wellington
Christchurch
Tavercargill
Invercarent
Gore Tad
Clinton
Balclutha
Dunedin
Oamaru
Timaru
Tempka
Ashburton
Rakaia
Temuka
Studholme
Glenavy
Invercargill
Lyttelton
Mararoa
North Island
New Plymouth
Railway Department
Christchurch Ashburton Arrangements Update Train Schedules
New timetable changes adjust morning and evening departures between Christchurch Ashburton and related towns. Morning Ashburton to Christchurch, Methven Rakala and Chertsey shifts, with revised arrival times. Ashburton Timaru section also updated including later morning and earlier afternoon trains.
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Ashburton
Chertsey
Rakala
Christchurch
Methven
Rakeia
Alethven
Springburn
Timaru
Chamberlain's Cough Remedy Promises Heals Not Just Suppresses
Advert says most cough medicines only control coughing while Chamberlain's Cough Remedy slows congestion and inflammation, soothes, heals, and strengthens. It claims to remove the cause and end the cough. Sold by Ashburton Ding Co.
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Chamberlain
Ashburton Ding Co
Return of the Nimrod Expedition Triumphs at Arebus Peak
London dispatch reports Queen's congratulations to Lieut Shackleton for the Nimrod ascent of Mount Erebus and a long Antarctic run. The party reached the 9500 foot summit after a brutal blizzard, recorded scientific findings on biology, geology, currents, and auroras, and documented depots, ponies, and depots south of Cape Royd.
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Per
Press Association
London
Afair
Lieut. Shackleton
Shackleton
Mail
Adame
Philip Brocklehurst
David
Flories Mackay
I. Marshall
Mar G. I. Marston
Capé Boyd
Mount Arebus
Cape Road
Murray
Cape Royd
Mawson
Antarctic
Pont
Armytage
Adams
Joyce
Marshall
Wild
Arrol-Johnston
Will
Phillip Brocklehurst
Marston
Priestly
Point Third
White Island
Mackay
Shackleton Saye
Nouth
New Zealand Premier Welcomes Shackleton Return
Wellington reports the Premier Sir Joseph Ward sent a message to Lieutenant Shackleton and his officers and men. He extends a hearty welcome home to New Zealand and praises the expedition’s achievement, expressing good wishes and anticipation of their scientific research account.
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Wellington
Joseph Ward
Shackleton
New Zealand
Expedition Members List From Nimrod and Shore Party
The document lists expedition personnel including the shore party in Antarctica over a year and Nimrod staff. It names Lt E H Shackleton as commander, J Murray as geologist, Ti Marshall surgeon, R Priestly geologist, Forbes Mackay surgeon and surveyor, Ernest Joyce and Frank Wild in charge of horses and dogs, plus many others. It also lists Nimrod crew led by F P Evans master, J K Davis chief officer, and various officers, engineers, cooks, and support staff.
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Antarctic
Nimrod
A. Reid
J. J. Kinsey
Christchurch
New Zealand
E. H. Shackleton
R.N.R
J. Murray
G. EB. Marston
W. C. Roberts
M.C.A
British naval affairs before Reichstag budget panel
Berlin reports that Herr von Schoen said Britain signaled willingness to discuss naval limits but offered no formal proposal. Prince Bulow, noting Germany’s position, stressed obstacles to limits, while the Reichstag panel approved instalments for 1909 warships and the early build of two Dreadnoughts.
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Per Press Association
Copyright Berlin
Mteichstag
Prince Julow
Herr von Schoen
Britain
Prince Bulow
Germany
Reichstag
Tierr von Schoen
Comitttes
Kreuz Zeitung
Herr Haussman
South German People’s Party
Prince Bulaw
New Zealand Urged to Face British Dreadnoughts
Ottawa reports Toronto Globs praise New Zealand as plucky and argue Canada should not abandon the colony. Within two years the colonies should be able to oppose three Dreadnoughts at Britain's disposal.
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Ottawa
Toronto
New Zealand
Canada
Shackleton Report Delay Prompts Government Expectation
Melbourne reports on March 24 that the Minister of Internal Affairs is surprised Lieutenant Shackleton has sent no exploration report despite a £5000 subsidy. The Commonwealth Government insists Shackleton must fulfill obligations beyond newspaper contracts.
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Melbourne
Shackleton
Commonwealth
Reception at Lyttelton follows Shackletons officers
Christchurch March 25 Mr Kinsey reports a telegram from the Prime Minister stating no minister can attend the reception to Lieutenant Shackleton and his officers tomorrow due to urgent Cabinet meetings in Wellington.
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Christchurch
Kinsey
Lieutenant Shackleton
Welington
The Times Suggests Dominion Naval Aid Strengthen Defence
London March 24 The Times argues that dominion naval co operation should fortify each quarter of the world by enhancing local defences.
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London
the Times
Dominions
Eight New Dreadnoughts Pledge Urged to Calm Public Feeling
The Times cites Herr Schoen in the Reichstag urging Mr Asquith to pledge eight new Dreadnoughts. The move would quiet public doubts and underscore solidarity across the Empire at this tense moment.
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London
the Times
Herr Schoen
Reichstag
Asquith
Haldane Urges Britain to Match German Thoroughness
Mr Haldane at the National Liberal Club cautioned against un dignified scares and urged Britain to maintain supremacy over the natal force of any other country. He praised New Zealand's offer as evidence of bustling energy across the seas and urged Germany like steadiness.
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Haldane
National Liberal Club
Natal
Britain
Germany
New Zealand
House of Commons note referenced by March 25
A brief fragment shows a March 25 timing with in the House of Commons noting a statement by Mr. and related parliamentary context. The readable text provides no further names, dates, or concrete actions to expand.
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London
House of Commons
Fremigt Dispatch Details NZ Offer Acceptance
Seauivh announced the Government accepted New Zealand's offer and that Lord Crewe, the Secretary of State for the Colonies, cabled an important dispatch to Lord Plunket.
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Seauivh
Fremigt
New Zealand
Lord’ Crewe
Lord Plunket
Socialist Speakers Push Germany Naval Plans Tone
The Budget Committee hearing features Socialist voices led by Herr von Sehoen, alleging Germany spurned England’s outreach. The Times notes all parties except Socialists deny Germany will ease naval expansion, signaling Berlin’s fast completion of builds.
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Berlin
Herr von Sehoen
Germany
England
Times
Americans Face Impact From Any Disaster Befalling England
SIGNIFICANT AMERICAN HINT New York March 24 The Sun declares Americans will be acutely involved in any disaster that might befall England and they are not blind to their own interests.
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New York
the Sun
England
Primate approves battleship offer in New Zealand
In Dunedin on March 25 the Primate of New Zealand Bishop Nevill endorses the battleship offer. He compares it to reverence for forebears and race unity. The Dunedin Stock Exchange sends telegraphic praise to Sir Joseph Ward for imperialistic leadership.
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Dunedin
New Zealand
Bishop Nevill
Dunedin Stock Exchange
Joseph Ward
Anonymous donor funds national Shakespeare theatre in London
London reports 70000 pounds donated toward a National Shakespeare Theatre. Influenza claims 128 lives in the city that week. Jockey Frank Wootton wins two first prizes and one second at the Lincolnshire meeting riding Berranmore. China invites Japan to refer Manchurian disputes to the Hague Tribunal.
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London
National Shakespeare Theatre
Frank Wooton
Berranmore
China
Japan
Pekin
Hague
Satiyen ara Prasanna Sinha Named to Lord Minto’s Council
Indian Affairs in Calcutta reports Sinha, Hindu barrister, to succeed H E Richarda on Lord Minto’s Council. The Times of London questions the move, arguing the appointment needs a Mohammedan colleague to share responsibility.
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Calcutta
Satiyenara Prasanna Sinha
H. E. Richarda
Lord Minto
London
the Times
Viscount Morley
India
Sinha
Switzerland Agree to Import Frozen Meat Under Fresh Meat Rules
The Swiss Government will permit frozen meat imports from July under the same regulations as fresh meat and will consider importation favourably before July if requested by any canton. Mr Coghlan, Agent-General for New South Wales, is urging Switzerland to align duties on frozen and fresh meat.
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London
Faly
Coghlan
New South Wales
Switzerland
New Mail Service To Australia From London
The Postmaster General in Melbourne says a regular mail service will run via San Francisco, Pago Pago, Wellington and Sydney. The steamer Ariposa will connect with Union Company steamers at Pago Pago and bring the mails to Australia. Due to recent irregularities, the new route via San Francisco will be used with Sydney arrivals 41 to 45 days after despatch from London.
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Per Press Association
Melbourne
London Post Office
San Francisco
Paeete
Wellington
Sydney
Ariposa
Union Company
Papeste
Maila
Australia
London
Wool sales hold firm amid steady New Zealand supply
A Colonial Construment and Distributing Company cable from London reports wool sales remaining firm and rates fully maintained. New Zealand visible supply stands at 64,188,000 bushels with brisk domestic demand and shipments afloat running high. Canterbury mutton and beef-hinds prices are listed, while nitrogen meat values show heavy declines in other stocks.
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Napier
Colonial
Construment and Distributing Company
Canterbury
Wellington
North Asland
Hinds
Messrs Dalgety’ and Company, Limited
Christchurch
London
Coal miners strike scare sparks coast and Auckland reassurance
Reports from Greymouth and Auckland dismiss a Wanganui telegram warning of a widespread coal strike. Interviews with Labour men show no agitation or signs of trouble on the West Coast or in Auckland, with officials deeming the Wanganui forecast exaggerated and unlikely to spread north.
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Per
Press Association
Greymouth
Tepard Ta
Wanganui
Auckland
South Island
Preparations for Rainy Day and Cold Weather Attack
A note urges practical readiness for sudden cold weather and illnesses. It highlights a bottle of Chamberlain's Cough as a simple, affordable aid to relieve coughs and maintain health during harsh conditions. The advisory blends frugal prep with a suggested remedy.
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Atilenaa
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Zealandia
Barnett Street
G. Hefford and CO
AY G. Hefford and Co.’'S
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Frank Potter
Burnett Street
Fashions
Hardware Department
West Street
J Orr
Lorn Orr &, Co
F. Felriman
A. L. Zgugh
Mail and Guardian
Ashpurton
Metaven Branceh
Railway Hotel
Mayfield
Mount Somers
Mr DE Latour
A. L. Zouch
Thomas
Thomas Bros
Haveloce ST. Ashburton
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J. B. Christian
Arcade
Ashburton Loan and Investment Society
Bank QF
Gall
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Corner Arcade
Tancred Streate
Maneger
Stehbarten Guardian
Macyra
Rangitata
Farmers’union
Wairarapa
Masterton
Fendalton
Plymouth
Good Templar Lodge
G. W. Andrews
U. EF. Taylor
M.P
Mnust
North Canterbury Education Board
Hororata
A. McLean
Willowby
A. Mackay
Awaron
Hewitt
Ashton
J. le Vleming
R. Bonnington
Tinwald
C. E B. Davies
Westerfield School
Addington
Pat
Wethers
J. Travers
Rea- Kaia
H. Kennedy
A Kennedy
McCoy
BR. J. Taylor
Raksia
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Qlethven
R. Shannon
Ewes
J. T. Doherty
J. McCoy
Fat Taamhs
R. J. Taylor
W. Gill
Baptist Church
Lambert
TF. Williams
Palmer
L. Palmer
B. Pith
E. Treker
Greece
Messrs
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J. Tucker
Ashburton Technical Association
PF. H. Knight
Tuarangi Old Men’s Home
R. Bd, Boon
Laghmor
Charitable Aid Board
Finance Committee
Tuarangi
Brook
R. D. Johnston
Christchurch-Ashburton
Mount Erebus
J. G. Ward
G. Lawrenson
H. Friedlander
Harbour Board
Geurenson
Hallindd
Akara
Mahena
Point North
South Pole
Tle Sea
British Naval Affairs
MR Haldane
New
NEW Zealand Opinion
Cable News
Home and Foreign
United Press Association
Indian Affairs
Per Presa Association—Copyright
Commercial
Loneon
Waihua
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