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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
May 09, 1902
Page
2
Fragmentary OCR shows a May date sequence with lunar phases and celestial events. Entries include new moon, first quarter, last quarter, apogee timings, and approximate times noted across several lines. The pieces suggest a historical almanac style listing celestial events for a specific month.
Shipping notices list sailings for Northern Porte and Westport at 6.30 pm on Saturday May 10 and for Austratian States lodis China Straits Settlements United Kingdom Continent of Europe due London June 23 via Brindisi plus South Africa at 1240 pm.
May sales show brisk wool demand with prices steady. The report notes strong competition across all grades and includes an estimate of the American visible wheat supply at 64 610 000 bushels.
A medium entry of sheep at Methven yesterday saw breeding ewes weaker in value while top lines sold at full price. Prices ranged for wethers 1b 3% to Lés 2d, fat lambs 10s to 11s 6d, fat ewes up to 10s, stores and several good large ewes.
Four to five million sterling funds may be released to carry Cecil Rhodes's bequests as executors, led by Dr Jameson, face delays to year-end. A Dunedin agent reportedly inherits £10,000 amid prior service to Rhodesian forces. Local notes recount Abattoirs work, a lecture by J Smedley, and a fourth annual ball by Radburton and Fairfield butchers with diverse entertainments.
A detailed visit to the abattoirs describes two meat cutters Megery Andrew Wilkis and James Hinckmore at work under a watching foreman. The piece notes cleanliness, steady operations, and no rough handling, with stock quality varying and primitive methods still in use.
The Ashburton area reports town news including the County Council passing a £10 donation to the Ashburton County Brasa Band, and the Hospital Board authorising the chairman to accept the lowest tender for additions and alterations to the hospital. The Ashburton Golf Club opens its season at the new link on the Show Ground with a small competition. A remarks segment notes Mr Bradley's stance on the Not I movement and his New Zealand stay plan. Local shop listings promote cycling lamps and khaki bike gear.
At Ashburton Racecourses the Ashburton Coursing Club held a well attended meeting with Mr Devane operating a public booth and officials led by W J Shearman. First day results show Ladybird Hero Again Minto Mafeking and other dogs advancing with close races and decisive finishes. The club praised the ground and noted potential improvements for next events.
An article promoting incubators argues hens should not sit to lay eggs and outlines how artificial incubation can raise yearly egg production from under 100 to 150 200 eggs per hen. It compares costs of incubator brooding vs natural incubation and urges buyers to choose reliable machines with even temperature control and egg turnover mechanisms.
Ashburton meeting suffers low attendance though hare runs improve. Canon beat Miato Lady of the Lake in a stakes final with Little Wonder runner up. Local lamp shop advertises large stock at low prices and a Bronchitis cure claims.
The colony moves toward a large poultry industry with government support and a sorting and export depot at Christchoroad. An expert will publish regular articles on artificial incubation and brooding, stock selection, and turning a profit, including a goal of 200 eggs per hen annually.
The article explains placing incubators in well ventilated rooms with uniform heat, avoiding damp or foul smells. It covers leveling machines, wiring, thermostat adjustments, and initial testing before placing eggs, emphasizing air flow, cleanliness, and gradual temperature control.
Queensland Government offers 42 049 acres across 206 farm allotments on the Darling Downs. Prices £4-£12 per acre with 10 percent deposit and 20 year terms at 6 percent interest. Auction May 27 for allotments and May 28 for home station improvements of £5 375 with 1280 acres, upset £15 660. Details by the Land Office Brisbane.
Advertiser Mel Stephenson notes a purchase of special furniture at quarter wholesale price. Wellington Council proposes a 235000 loan for water supply. ratepayers reject it by 777 to 298. Dunedin hotelkeeper blames dredging slump for bankruptcy after holding company shares worth £8762. Tourists Department officers seize paradise ducks at Lake Tekapo for distribution. Independent Liberal candidate Ne H F Reece enters Ashley electorate race with six contenders. Waitaki County Council bought 230000 chicken heads and eggs. last year spread 136 bushels of poisoned grain. Tapanui Courier warns rabbiters of roadside depots facing prosecution. several accidents from horses shying at rabbits. Canterbury and Utego rail plans include 10000 rails, with 60000 sleepers from Marlborough Sounds to Lyttelton. Lord Milner in Johannesburg travels with armed cyolats bodyguard. advocates cycling patrols. Lawrence Farmers Union debates rabbit trapping profits. no union meddling with grain trade. London Daily Express cartoons age Eighty subjects include Cecil Rhodes as a benevolent elder.
The lines describe a crisis of courage and strength against cold and danger. It references a switch attack, some figures named Shewe and Aone, and implies a struggle to pull through with arms. The language is archaic and partially garbled, suggesting a damaged historical text.
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