Ephemeris Sun May Phase and Moon Times
Ephemeris notes show May moon phases and Sun events with times. Listings include new moon first quarter full moon and perigee apogee details with corresponding dates and approximate amplitudes.
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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
May 07, 1902
Page
2
Ephemeris notes show May moon phases and Sun events with times. Listings include new moon first quarter full moon and perigee apogee details with corresponding dates and approximate amplitudes.
A recent Lyttelton plague case highlights failure of border reporting and quarantine. The Health Department faces criticism for not preemptively preparing Christchurch and Lyttelton against possible outbreak and urging stricter measures.
Local items report Ashburton and Canterbury matters from livestock to temperance, Druids lodge actions, and new facilities. Mentions Morpeth turnips, hogget mortality notes, and a North Harbour Inebriate Home with cost limits and inspection. Also touches farming in North Canterbury and a British feed trial reference.
Community notices list a ball in Mr Drummond's grain store on May 23 for the Lauriston Lyndhurcat Sporting Club Borounrs' Battalion, plus a Redburbon Fairflod butcher mutual ball in the Oddfellows Hall Maaistertat. Other items include court action, a Mount Somers board election May 29, and local meetings on prohibition and cycling, with sport fixtures and club reports throughout Ashburton.
Mosers Erlechander Broe Limited lists several blocks of suburban properties from 6 to 49 acres for private sale. A black and tan sheep dog at Ashburton Railway Station since April 4 will be sold if unclaimed. Monsta Friedlander Bros Limited with Macare Dalgety and Company plans a clearing sale Friday at Mr John Withelm’s premises in Haliog. The stock is in good condition.
A 1902 letter from W. BF defends abattoir practices denying claims of mismanagement. He argues butchers support inspection and criticizes how stock and money are treated by authorities, asserting the issue lies with misperceived handling rather than opposition to inspection.
The Southern Cross second XI faces High School at Domain ground tomorrow May 5 with players listed including Northcote, Goling, Turner, Parse, Hunt, O'Kane, H Smith, N Johoe, Hepburn, Loy, Hughes, B Simpson, A Stock, A Bruas and Emergencies Gudeell, Tovey, Nicolla, Brophy.
Claims that Wilton's Bove Forrum aids weakness and decline, with Mr A James of Wellington praising its effects after trying Wilton's Bovo Ferrum. Sold by chemists and stores at 23rd Street, offers postal orders to Geo W Wilton, Wellington. Also notes cycling displays by John tre & Co and Holtis & Bons guns, with Standish and Preoch photographers and Tussicura cough remedy priced at 2s 9d.
The Rabberton branch of New Zealand Farmers' Union held its first annual meeting at Aroafe P roome. President G W Geadley chaired, with J Studholme and others present. The report praised growing farmer support, efforts to unite for market protection, and plans to expand membership. criticism of ocean freight services and imperial policy was voiced, and officers and delegates were elected for the coming year.
China orders indemnity and punishment for officials over the priest’s murder. the missing priest is found safe. Queen Wilhelmina’s illness ends hopes of a September event as her condition improves. A May 6 bulletin notes her illness remains serious but acceptable.
May 6 reports from Poltava province describe peasants raiding a state granary at Tarkalinak and clashing with troops. The Morning Leader notes 800 Poltava infantry refused to fire on a crowd of women and girls, leading to court martials, executions, and severe penalties. An army order insisted troops be soldiers first and citizens second.
The Norfolk has arrived with the New Zealand Tenth Contingent, reported by United Press via electric telegraph.
May 6 reports detail a fatal plague case aboard a voyage, with Dr Wray the government medical officer seized. In April Heypt recorded 102 plague cases, 58 deaths, highlighting serious public health impact.
The Citizens' Committee approves a coronation programme featuring a schoolchildren procession volunteers and labour groups to Basin Reserve for a short religious service followed by a concise programme. A special dinner will be provided to inmates of homes and public institutions.
The notice touts Sampey's May Apple as a permanent stomach panacea that moves the bowels, stimulates the liver, aids digestion, and restores health. It warns of poor circulation causing sickness and lists chemists selling it. Meera Blescher Bros announces lamps with a low price sale.
Letter from Willcleam Martin praises Ideal Tyre Company Christchurch for tyres that helped him set seventeen New Zealand records and win several championship prizes. He expresses strong appreciation and satisfaction with the product.
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