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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
May 03, 1906
Page
1
Ephemeris style notes show sun rise and set times for May, with moon phase dates including First Quarter on May 4 and Last Quarter on May 16. Times listed include several dawn and dusk readings and references to New Moon around May 28 plus related minor annotations.
A London cable reports rising Canterbury and North Island mutton values with fresh quotations for Canterbury mutton at 4d, Napier and Wellington priced at 33d, lamb at 4d, and second 43d. Beef and hides also feature in the price list with 3d for hinds and similar figures for fores.
Clearing sale at Wakanui by Messrs Friedlander Bros on behalf of Meredith Wilson who retires from farming drew many buyers. Strong bidding on sheep and horses, while implements sold slowly. Notable bids include bay geldings and mares with prices listed, with total stock and harness sold at market rates.
Strong north west to west winds with rain and possible hail. Magistrate W Morgan fines William Partridge 53 for drunkenness. Local councils discuss bridging works and parish services. School boys honor White Cross League lecturer Mr Shirh. Debates cover traction engines taxation. Addington sheep and cattle sale prices listed with multiple bidders. Weather worsens with snow in back country and flood risks.
A notice lists Harry Beresford's farewell at Oddfellows Hall with a popular programme by amateurs and low prices. Other items include grain transport trains from Temuka, a London wheat price report, an earthquake felt in Christchurch, and various local shop and farming notices plus a cough remedy advertisement.
The article records Henry Davis being installed for a fourth consecutive term as mayor of Ashburton. It notes council finances, rate changes, and discussions with the Minister of Railways on station plans and infrastructure. A formal civic dinner includes toasts to ex-mayors, local bodies, and community leaders.
Handicaps for the Menresa Trot mile were declared by Mr H Brinkman with numerous horses named and times noted. Acceptances for the Auturon Meeting and entries for the Lag thor Plate close tomorrow at 9 pm.
A panel discussion before the Society of Arts in South Australia addressed the social state of the nation. The speaker defended women's suffrage, disputed claims of secular education failure, and argued extremists’ views were misrepresented.
Petroleum shares stand at £20 as demand from Auckland remains unsatisfied. Prospects remain excellent with the manager and a director traveling to Wellington to discuss company enlargement. A foreign cable has inquired about the price of the entire concern.
Some cattle have died in the Bombay district with signs suggesting anthrax. Three cattle are dead and two more are sick after paddocks were top dressed with bone dust sold as steamed. The Stock Inspector has been sent to Bombay to inspect the case.
Details of the River Hunter incident dated May 2 describe the steamer and barquentine becoming unmanageable near rocks. The towline failed to save the steamer, the barquentine hit a rock ledge, mizzen topmast and mainmast were lost, and the crew barely escaped. Captain Campbell and Captain Grubb endured peril with injuries suspected.
Exposure to cold and damp blamed for rheumatism with argument that lingering acidity causes joint pain. Claims a preliminary remedy will cure in advanced stages and promotes a “Golden Eagle” tobacco product, Royal Standard Pills, Lisola Polish, and Woods' Peppermint Cure with prices and local agent Ashburton details.
A reader complains that the Radburton Building Society meeting was not reported by the paper. The chairman barred newspaper representatives, so shareholders must request information from society officers for details of proceedings.
Letter to the editor complains of delays in obtaining export and supply data from colonial authorities. Farmers Union seeks figures on grain exports since last autumn and notes costs and inefficiency in securing the Agricultural returns and NILE data from Customs.
In a tight Domain Goral match Southern Cross defeated Rakaia by six points. Crowds saw exchanges at the twenty five line with marks from Segers and Stock and a late Cross scramble near the corner.
The May 2 marathon at the Olympic Games saw Canadian Herzing win in 2 hours 51 minutes 23 seconds. Forty eight runners started the race with one Australian among the competitors.
May 2 reports the signing of the £600-a-side world championship sculling match between Stanbury and George Towns. The race is scheduled for July 28 on the Parramatta.
May 2 extradition ordered for Willie on all charges as authorities pursue an outlaw amid Wales land scandal coverage. Telegraph report notes May 3 timestamp and ongoing pursuit details.
News from Rome dated May 2 reports suspicious activity near King Edward's yacht prompting several arrests in Naples and Paris. King Edward has reached Paris and will stay three days.
London reports May Day celebrations in major cities with precautionary measures. Paris sees effervescence around Place de la Republique and Bourge Du Travail as trades unions push for an eight hour day. Troops present but limited clashes occur. arrests rise for police disobedience, with later disturbances limited and no major harm.
In Paris on May 2, about 150 people were held, with seventy foreigners among them, mostly Russians. Lieutenant Tisserand is to be imprisoned for sixty days in a fortress and then retired from service.
In War saw reports claim policemen were shot dead amid unrest. The Czar allegedly frowns on the Dum while elections disappointed him and he favors a reform of the State Council. Some reactionaries urge exploiting unemployed protests to justify a return to military rule.
South Africa report notes seven thousand Reservists will march in Durban on May 2 to choose 1260 for service. Natal Mounted Rifles and Carbineers concentrate at Helpmakaar. Zululand Field Force faces brunt. Cape Premier offers mule battery six Maxims and signallers from Cape Mounted Riflemen. Smythe says current forces suffice but would accept additions if needed.
A May 2 update notes Bam baata and Sigmaydi factions losing members. Chiefs pledge loyalty to Commissioner Saunders as forces dwindle and security stabilizes amid shifting allegiance.
On May 3 2021 Sir Joseph Ward moves in favor of universal bony postage. The proposal is defeated as America Egypt and Australia vote for it Britain and several others abstain and remaining nations vote against it.
May 2 report notes Asquith announced tea duty relief would start May 7 reducing Treasury risk to £80,000. Redmond and Balfour clashed over naval financing and wartime loans while Chamberlain labeled the budget as Unionist in tone. The deal aims to ease costs though critics warned of broader tensions including Natal and Egypt.
Sir Charles Dilke has accepted the chairmanship of the committee to develop the graduated income tax plan. The appointment signals a formal push to establish a progressive tax system and outlines the governance for the drafting phase.
An old ad copy promotes Wood's Peppermint Cure as a remedy for coughs and colds with a light sales tone. It also markets GOLDEN EAGLE Tobacco FLARE CUT in TWO GUNCE TINS via 4H Tobacconists, 43, hinting at a local storefront.
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