Special Tuesday trains for Ashburton children to visit H M S New Zealand
Ashburton County schools arrange two special excursion trains from Ashburton and Methven to Lyttelton to visit H M S New Zealand. Free passes issued for Standard III and up, with return trips and schedules for passengers from various stations, supervision by teachers, and rules on access to the battleship.
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Ashburton County
Lyttelton
H.M.S
Ashburton
Chertsey
Bankside
Taltan
Ashburton High
Borough
Hampstead Technical
Convent
Tinwald
Wlemington
Ashton
Winslow
Greenstreet
Seafield
Willowby
Seaview
Wakanui
Winchmore
Riverside
Newlands
Elgin
Fairton
Dromore
Mead
Fyvie
Jifferton
Longbeach
Christchurch
Methven
Burnham
Rekaia
Dunsandel
Wadi
Rakaie
Lgtter
Moam
Rakain
Rollestons Pea Bpabad
Ashburton Welcomes New Zealand Bluejackets Visit
A company of New Zealand bluejackets will visit Ashburton arriving at 9 82 am and leaving 5 45 pm by express. Mayor Henry Davis and County Council Chairman 623 Harper will lead a civic reception with speeches. A luncheon at Theatre Royal expects about 460 guests and a domain procession will follow with local troops bands and sports events including rugby and football. Afternoon tea will close the visit before departure.
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New Zealand
Blue Jackets
Ashburton
Henry Davis
Ashburton County
Harper
Reysl
Theatre Royal
Welcome at the Heads event with warship escort
Christchurch May 10 residents anticipate the Harbour Board dredge Canter bury leading the arrival of a warship. About 850 invitation cards issued and a large crowd expected on board. Tea and refreshments planned, tug Lyttelton to carry only the pilot and crew, escort vessels to meet the warship at the Heads and guide to No 3 berth. The Union Steam Ship Company adds the Mararoa excursion steamer from the Heads on Monday.
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Christchurch
Harbour Board
Canterbury
Lyttelton
Union Steam Ship Company
Mararoa
Vessel Bases Departure After Arrival of Special Train
The vessel will leave No. 2 jetty immediately on arrival of a special train that will depart Christ Church at 6 55 p m.
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No. 2 Jetty
Christchurch
Reception to Captain Halsey at Theatre Royal
The reception to Captain Halsey will be held at the Theatre Royal on Tuesday at 12 noon. The general public is invited, with the dress circle reserved for ladies and escorts. Tickets are obtainable from the Navy League secretary, and early applications are necessary.
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Halsey
Theatre Royal
Navy League
Visit of School Children to the Warship
Auckland May 9 The Education Board has word from the Government that Captain Halsey wishes schoolchildren visiting H M S New Zealand to be split into groups of thirty under the supervision of an adult such as a teacher or a school committee escort. If a school lacks a plan, Mr EF Just headmaster of Lyttelton School will arrange that each thirty are placed under an in charge adult. The Auckland Harbour Board presented Captain Halsey and the ship’s officers with a silver plate service valued at £100 etched with a map of Auckland Harbour.
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Education Board
Halsey
H.m.s.new Zealand
EF. Just
Lyttelton School
Auckland
Auckland” Harbour
H.M.S
New Zealand
Auckland Harbour
Plunket Saturday fund drive hits Ashburton streets
Ashburton center of the Society for Promoting Health of Women and Children marshals 12 street stands and house to house canvassing to raise funds. Under Mrs Christian’s presidency volunteers mobilize in fine weather and expect to reach about £100 by 8 pm with support from local families and doctors who lent cars.
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Ashburton
Society For the Promotion of the Health of Women and
Mra J. Ey Qonristian
Tela
M. Stitt
G. H. Buchanan
N. King
Fatal Shooting Near Craigie Claims Farmer’s Wife
A neighbour’s son, 18, picked up a gun left by farmer Elton and it exploded striking his wife Mrs Elton as she washed clothes at Craigie near Bomballa. She died instantly in the accident.
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Sydney
Craigie
Bomballa
Fatal explosion at Dunedin tunnel injures five workers
In Dunedin on May 9 at the Chain Hills tunnel a premature explosion fatally injures Harry Smith who was placing gelignite plugs. Charles Gardiner, Baker, and J Hutchison receive varying injuries. Gardiner remains in hospital, others return home. Smith, about 32, lived with his mother at Rockyside, Caversham.
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Dunedin
Chain Hills
Tunnel
Harry Smith
Smith
Charles Gardiner
Gardiner
Baker
J. Hutchison
Hutchison
Bockyside
Caversham
Prisoner Drowned in Estuary at Invercargill
A prisoner named Frank Peterson aged about twenty five drowned in the estuary while working on a bridge project. He had been transported from the North Island to serve a three year sentence. The body had not yet been recovered and authorities deemed the incident unexpected.
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Invercargill
Frank ‘Peterson
Peterson
North Island
Smithfield Strike Faces Cold Reception in Timaru Visit
A Timaru strike committee heads to North Canterbury after a visit to Fairfield Freezing Works. Smithfield unionists seek unity while freezers hold firm. local butchers show limited support and no Ashburton backing. Delegates head to Christchurch meetings this evening.
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Fairfield
Smithfield
Guardian
A. M. Hall
Timaru
Swan
Hall
North Canterbury
Min
Ashburton
Christchurch
Ambassadors' Conference Discusses Balkan National Gendarmerie
London May 9 Ambassadors' Conference referred the Austro Italian Albanian project for Powers to consider. The plan would create a national gendarmerie staffed by minor European powers with Austria and Italy offering a loan. Resumption of talks likely after Whitsuntide holidays.
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London
Austria
Italy
Peace treaty draft hangs on Allied reply in London
London reports that the Powers and Turkey have agreed to a draft peace treaty, but the Allies have not yet given a reply. Essad telegraphed to Ismail Kemal denying claims of proclaiming himself king or negotiating with King Nicholas, saying famine forced his surrender.
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London
Turkey
Essad
Ismail Kemal
Nicholas
Labour unrest movement against non unionists in Wales
London reports a wave of strikes in South Wales aimed at compelling non unionists to join unions. The federation of miners of Great Britain is initiating a general movement against non unionists, with wage losses estimated at 116000 pounds.
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London
South Wales
Great Britain
Clyde shipwrights refuse overtime amid wage dispute
London May 9 1920 shipyards in the Clyde and northeast face a potential strike as workers refuse overtime over wage dissatisfaction. An estimated 100000 men may stop work if demands are not met.
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London
Glyde
Greeks and Bulgarians clash near Drama
Reports from Salonica say further fighting occurred near Drama between Greek and Bulgarian forces.
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Salonica
Drama
State Coal Mine Halted by Wheeler Trouble
Melbourne May 9 work at the State coal mine at Wonthaggi has ceased due to trouble with the wheelers.
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Melbourne
Wonthaggi
Unity of the British race and Imperial Conference debate
In the Commons Mr Paul Croft pressed converting the Imperial Conference into a permanent Advisory Council. Mr L Harcourt cited Dominions Commission work and cheaper cables and emigration aims. The Conference rejected an Advisory Council but admitted Dominions to the Defence Committee, a move seen as a step toward unity and potential future ties.
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London
House of Commons
Paul Croft
Imperial Conference
L. Harcourt
Dominions’ Commission
Dominions
Conneil
Defence Committee
Land Committee Hearings On Agricultural Labourers
Mr Lloyd George stated that the condition of agricultural labourers was deplorable with scandalous wages and housing. He outlined a plan to redirect the migration from towns to the land and address surplus urban population.
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Lloyd George
Land Committee
Repatriation of Turkish Troops Ordered by Porte
Constantinople May 9 The Porte has ordered the repatriation of the Turkish troops from Albania.
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Porte
Constantinople
The
Albania
Defence of Empire Naval Debate Promotes Warship Purchase
Ottawa reports May 9 1920 debate in which Mr George Meighney denounced the suggested Canadian purchase of warships then being built for Turkey as the work of scaremongers boosting fears with their own purpose to grind.
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Ottawa
George Me
Iney
Turkey
Montenegro Frees Converts as Government Satisfies Demands
CETTINJE Montenegro reports government satisfaction with Austria's demands on Roman Catholic converts and the Father Angelus incident. A memorial to Father Angelus is planned. The government consents to freedom for converts.
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Cettinje
Austria
Father Angelus
Montenegro
Lloyd George Appeals for National View on Land Question
In the House of Commons, Mr Lloyd George urged the Opposition to take a national rather than partisan stance on the land question and asked for cooperation with the Government.
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London
House of Commons
Lloyd George
Officers vow vengeance for Nazim Pasha death in wartime note
A group of Constantinople officers write to Nazim Pasha’s widow promising to avenge his death. They declare his Military League is preparing retaliation and urge swift action amid ongoing hostilities.
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Constantinople
Nazim
Pasha
A.M.P. Society Holds Annual Meeting in Sydney
At the May 9 annual meeting in Sydney the chairman reported funds at £30,007,657 with strong London branch gains and a New Zealand record new business. December mortgages stood at £3,500,000 with none in default. Dr MacCormick was elected director to replace the late B Short. other directors were reappointed and a staff bonus was discussed.
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Rydney
Australasia
Commonwealth
New Zealand
London
MacCormick
B. Short
Storm Arrives as Unionists Refuse Rail Station Work
The steamer Storm reached port this morning in May with free labor workers offered jobs. Unionists declined the work due to disagreement with the railway stationmaster's decision to employ men on railway duties.
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Timaru
Navy oil contracts report no pending deals
London Times warning on ministers and navy oil contracts is denied. Authoritative statement says no naval contracts are pending and none will be for several months.
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London
London “Times
First Land Settlement Sale Opens in County Under 1909 Act
Six settlers have agreed to take over the Kelman farm of 860 acres at Lowcliffe under the Land Settlement Finance Act of 1909. The dairy and crop land includes a nearby creamery. the group forms an incorporated land settlement association to purchase and subdivide the estate with government-backed loans.
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Messrs Kelman and, Co
Lowcliffe
Incorporated Land Settlement Association
Messrs Kelman
Suffragettes Use Bomb for Attention at St Pauls
The Preas Association notes that the bomb found near St Pauls Cathedral was built to attract notice rather than to cause mass harm. Authorities say the device failed to explode and aimed to gain notoriety for the suffrage cause.
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London
St. Paul's Cathedral
Government seeks total ban on Indian opium imports
Peking reports on May 9 that the government has asked Great Britain to revise the opium treaty to permit complete prohibition of Indian opium imports.
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Peking
Great Britain
Suffragette Plot Hinted in Lords Conspiracy Case
A detective testified that a letter indicated a plan to plant suffragette typists in the House of Lords. The matter involves attempts to publish the National Labour Press at Manchester despite bans on publication.
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London
House
Five Power loan stir as Austrian unit eyed
Peking dispatch reports Austria seeks 3 million share of the five Power loan triggering surprise. The syndicate finds Krupps and Goba Works in the Austrian group aiming for a steel market monopoly in China.
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London
Telegraph
Peking
Krupps
Goba
Suffragists Plan Sunday Protest Over Church Rooms
A May 10 report notes the Women's Social and Political Union facing trouble hiring public rooms. Leaders urge members to leave worship places on Sunday before the sermon to protest how churches have treated the suffrage issue. The text mentions burning a large empty house at Barrow.
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London
Permon
Oakley
Barrow
Sellars Family Case Denounced By New Zealand Official
The Hon Thomas Mackenzie, High Commissioner, told a Cold Storage Association dinner that critics’ claims the Sellars family are martyrs are used by opponents of compulsory service. He called the accusations untrue and said they misrepresent New Zealand defence forces.
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London
Thomas. Mackenzie
Egyptian Brigands Stop Train at Assiut in Shootout
Cairo May 9 Brigands stopped and ransacked a train at Assiut. Police interrupted them. Shots were exchanged a policeman and a brigand were killed and several injured.
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Cairo
Assiut
Ard
Browning Relics Auctioned in London Sale
In London on May 9 a sale of Browning relics realized an aggregate £28,000. The event drew bidders for the valuable items associated with the renowned firearms designer. Proceeds reflect strong demand for Browning memorabilia among collectors.
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London
Browning
Blenheim House Fire Destroys Hutchison Street Home
May 10 a five roomed house on Hutchison Street in Blenheim was totally destroyed by fire. Mrs Burke owned the dwelling and W. Farrant occupied it. a tablecloth pulled from a table with an oil lamp started the blaze. Insurances: house £280, furniture £100.
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Blenheim
Hutchison Street
Burke
W. Farrant
Phoenix
Guariain
King of Thieves Reeled in on Burglary Charge
Sydney on May 9 Frank Deeley aged 1% self styled the King of Thieves has been remanded on a charge of burglary from Kerrs.
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Sydney
Frank Deeley
New Zealand Farmers Co operative Fair Holds West Street Sale
The New Zealand Farmers Co operative Association Limited held a large fair at West Street yesterday with small entry and poor attendance. Chief sales included a half-drought gelding aged £18 10s, bay back gelding aged £7 10s, bay gelding seven years £10, draught foals and yearlings priced up to £22, pony gelding £?
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New Zealand Farmers Co-operative Association, Limited
West Street
Syre
Camp Coffee Becomes Brewed Essence of Beat Berries
Camp introduces a liquid coffee essence described as fresh and vibrant. Advert says it remains clear and lively, never stale or muddy, offering a bright berry flavored experience.
California Governor Signals Wait On Anti-Alien Bill
Washington May 8 The governor of California is expected to withhold signature on the anti alien bill until the federal government’s stance is clarified.
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Washington
California
Congregational Union Surpasses Fund Goal for Pastors
London May 10 The Congregational Union has completed a fund of 250000 pounds to provide minimum stipends for their pastors.
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London
May
The
Congregational Union
Woods's Great Peppermint Cure and Warnor's Corsets Ad
An old newspaper fragment advertises Woods's Great Peppermint Cure and Warnor's Rust-proof Corsets. The copy notes the products promise relief and durability, urging Drapers to stock these items for customers.
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Warner
Draper
Warnor
Mayor in Berlin Faces Disappearance and Legion Draft
Berlin reports Herr Truewell, mayor of Wsedom, vanished while in an epileptic stupor and later enlisted in the French Foreign Legion at Algiers. He has regained consciousness and asked his family to secure his release, per May 5 dispatches.
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Berlin
Truewell
Wsedom
French Foreign Legion
Algiers
Tariff Bill Clears House by Big Vote
Mr Underwood's Tariff Bill passed the House 282 to 131. Republicans plan a stiff Senate fight, as the Democratic majority for the bill is narrow.
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Underwood
House
Senate
Chronic Chest Complaint Igwoods's Great Peppermint Cyre
A short notice item notes a chronic chest complaint tied to Igwoods's Great Peppermint Cyre. The fragmentary text mentions the product and the condition without detailing usage or outcome.
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Igwoods
Kaiser’s Car Kills Boy In Berlin Traffic
A motor car in Berlin struck and killed a boy while trying to avoid a cyclist. Police noted the fatal accident occurred in May, with the driver cooperating in the inquiry. The incident drew swift attention from local authorities and residents.
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Berlin
Influenza Cure Ad Promotes Woods's Great Feppskmnint
An old advertisement extols Woods's Great Feppskmnint Cure for influenza. It claims lasting relief at a price of 1s 6d.
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Woods
Indrabarah Wrecked Near Rangitikei River Mouth
The Tyser Line reports the cargo vessel Indrabarah wrecked near the Rangitikei River mouth. No lives are lost, but the ship is breaking up as salvage attempts are advised.
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Wellington
Tyser Line
Rangitikei
Ship Ashore Near Rangitikei River Reports Indrafeh
News from Marton May 10 says Indraférah, a vessel of 7395 tons, ran ashore seven miles north of the Rangitikei River mouth. Details are not yet known.
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Ao Marton
Marton
Indraférah
Rangitikei River
Vessel Partly Loaded from Gisborne to Wellington
A vessel named Tadratiatah was partly loaded at Gisborne Napier and Auelk land and Wellington on May 10. It was en route from Gisborne to Wanganui and to finish loading at Wanganui Lyttelton and Wellington.
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Wellington
Tadratiatah
Auelkland
Gisborne
Napier
Wanganui
Lyttelton
Wollington
Wreck of Steamer Near Marton Reports Crew Safe
A sailor reaches Bulls with news of a steamer wreck about a quarter mile from Marton shore. Stormy night, heavy swell, big sea. Crew are all safe though some exhausted after breaking up fast. A. McLaren, crew member, walked miles to inform R W Dalrymple at his homestead.
Indrabarah Brings Noted Speed On Maiden Australasia Voyage
The Indrabarah, built in 1820, claimed to be unmatched afloat with the latest appliances for rapid cargo handling. Measuring 7395 tons, it featured a 58 foot beam and 43 foot depth to shelter decks. On its maiden voyage to Australasia it averaged 124 knots.
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Wellington
Australasia
Vessel incident near Wanganui reported by police
In Wellington on May 10 the Wanganui police reported an incident at a yard where the Indrabarah was breaking up with no lives lost. The vessel, bound from Gisborne to Wanganui to load mutton, was involved and details remain limited.
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Wellington
Wanganui
Indrabarah
Warther
Gisborne
Gisborne Carco consignments of wool and meat
Gisborne consignments dated May 10 report 264 bales of wool 405 casks of tallow 132 cake s of pelts 112642 car cases of mutton 3129 carcases of lamb and 1280 quarters of beef shipped by Indrabarah's Gisborne firm.
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Gishorne
Grimes and Offences Police Crafters Fined in Graft Case
Four police inspectors in New York have been found guilty of graft and sentenced to a year in prison each while others receive fines of £100. The charges relate to police corruption uncovered in the force.
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New York
Two Convicts Escape from Terrace Gaol in Wellington
Wellington May 10 Rathel Donaven alias Thomas Donovan and John Lewis escaped from Terrace Gaol last night and are at large Donovan is serving a three year sentence for assault and robbery and Lewis is an habitual criminal previously declared so
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Wellington
Rathel
Donaven
Thomas Donovan
John Lewis
Terrace
Donovan
Gerving
Lewis
Aristographic game fined over chemin de fer gambling
A manager of a club was fined £130 for allowing chemin de fer to be played on the premises. The incident linked to high-stakes gambling rings and illicit betting.
Attempted Murder Charge in Akaroa Case
Newspaper notes an alleged attack by John Hitchcock on his sister with a razor at Akaroa. The report states he attempted to induce death by self harm and sought commitment to a mental hospital as part of the legal proceedings.
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Christchurch
John Hitchcock
Akaroa
Meceek
Unse
Hitchcock
King David of Uganda Tours England for Three Months
The note reports King David of Uganda undertaking a three month tour of England. Details on cities or purposes during the visit are not fully provided in the fragment.
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King David of
Uganda
England
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