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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Mar 31, 1920
Page
7
The correspondence school based in Auckland reports over 25 000 students have completed exams. Addressed at P O Box 516 Auckland the firm highlights its long history of examination preparation.
The Dunedin City Council forwarded two resolutions to the Christchurch meeting urging national action. They call for a general government bonus to parents of British nationality children and for shifts toward a national scheme to aid large families amid high living costs.
A Dunedin City Council request for backing a family bonus prompts debate in Sumner Borough Council. Mayor J Barr opposes, calling bonuses charity and urging wages to sustain families. Dr W G Black supports state help, while Dr Yates calls the plan vicious. Vote ends two in favor six against.
Eminent Australian basso Smythe heads his first New Zealand tour starting next Tuesday at His Majesty's Theatre. He brings a grand opera repertoire including Mephistophelis from Faust with Dame Melba Calve and Alice Esty Grand Opera Companies. He is supported by Miss Anne Greene Miss Miriam Kutner and Miss Bathie Stuart with Maori love songs and folklore.
An exceptional artistic treat is promised in the appearance of Charles as part of a forthcoming program. The engagement showcases valuable performances expected to attract local art enthusiasts.
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