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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Mar 28, 1913
Page
3
Stipendiary stewards in Sydney ruled that Valido showed inconsistent form when comparing Monday and the previous Saturday. They noted weight differences and a poor big-field run, accepting explanations from those connected with the horse. They criticized the betting disparity and called Burke’s first-day ride ill advised.
The new film bill at Hig Majesty's Theatre drew a good crowd. A Sister's Ordeal led the program with thrilling moments though critics call for better fare. Normandy Butter educates on French dairy industry, Gaumont Graphic delights, Montserrat scenic charms.
Attendees at Baring Square Church heard impressions from the recent Methodist Conference in Wellington. Rev. W. J. Mtott presided with speakers Rev. T. B. Wooltex, Messrs W. H. Collins and G. W. Leadley. They urged that Union would bring more efficient ministry and service, and Mr Leadley quipped about conference officers and members with I names, ending with a playful line about Laywry Luke Laws. Light refreshments followed.
Sydney March 28 Mr G D Greenwood writes that he never bet beyond two pounds ten shillings and had no other wagering interest. He claims bookmakers never paid him over five pounds and asserts confidence in the trainer to run his horses in his absence.
A moderate turnout watched bi weekly program changes at Theatre Royal. War in the Balkans featured scenes from the seat of war including King George of Greece. The Pathe Gazette covered world events like the American Super-Dreadnought launch and Servian king at a church service. Rats and Mice offered animal life study. Apache Renegade and The Little Sheriff were Wild West dramas. Other titles included The Rebellion of Mandy and The Sporting Editor. repeats tomorrow night.
At the Sydney yearling sales a Prudent King-Nacoma filly sold for 530 guineas a Prudent King-Carpoorati filly 700 guineas a Malster-Astron colt 800 guineas and a Malster-Pose colt 600 guineas A Press Association cable reports racehorse Jacamar sold for 1500 guineas to Mr Scott who will take the horse to India.
Auckland football notes the Northern Union accepting NSW League invitation to tour Australia with departure planned for early June. The announcement outlines a brief summer tour across Australian venues.
Ashburton and Temuka clubs clashed in fine conditions at the Ashburton Domain. Ashburton won nine of twelve games with several tight doubles and singles results, led by A players and Temuka by T players, finishing 9 to 3 in Ashburton’s favor.
In Dannevirke last week a rare moment occurred in the Pairs Competition when a cluster of bowls around the jack caused a promoting bowl to stir the bully up. Tava bowls one from each side rested Ann Kitty jammed between them. No one witnessed such a happening before.
The New Zealand DRAUGHTS ASSOCIATION in Gore on March 27 held a social after the handicap tourney. Speaker praise for the handicapping followed prize presentations. First prize went to Mr Botting of Dunedin for £15, and Mr Young of Rakaia took £7. Marvel and Muir tied for third, sharing £7. A final table lists all 18 games per player.
Ashburton River clear. Rangitata fishable. Takaia in flood very dirty. Public notice urges men to smoke Regent Cigarettes to qualify for free gifts and directs readers to Regent Box 391 Wellington for a catalogue.
The Hakatere Club held its monthly meeting with strong attendance. Mr H R Mefilea presided as negotiations for a new Burnett Street building were reported well advanced and the secretary was authorised to act further. Eight new members were elected and the art union showed satisfactory ticket sales as closing time neared.
In a tense St Helens Home inquiry Mrs Emily Nicol accused the official recorder Mr F Stewart of letting unsigned pages stand and claimed striking omissions by Dr Inglis. Commissioner Mr C O Kettle denied the accusation, insisting there was no truth in her charge as Stewart defended his conduct amid heated quarrels.
The Legal Uethren Lodge No. 1.0.C. MA held a quarterly meeting in the Library on Wednesday evening. N G Bro Gilham presided over a good attendance as the sick visitors report showed one member had departed funds since the last meeting. Sick pay of £1 4d was approved for payment. One member was initiated and the lodge closed as usual.
The piece argues myths about ancient artisans and pyramid construction are unfounded. It notes Maine quarried stones shipped abroad for grand replicas and says copper hardening now rivals antique methods. It promotes a free inventor’s booklet by Henry Reughes offering patent guidance.
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