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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
May 14, 1909
Page
4
A notice proclaims the takeover of the butchery once run by Messrs J and H Smith. The new owner urges civility and promptness to earn continued support and thanks customers for their patronage. Also advertises English Essence of Vinegar at 1s 6d per gallon bottle.
H Fitter and Son meat salesmen announce relocation to larger central premises on Burnete Street opposite the Mail and Guardian Office. They seek continued public support and list Christchurch Yorkshire Insurance Company Limited and other services, including live stock and employer liability insurance as well as fire insurance.
The Raukapuka estate, once a large freehold pastoral run begun in 1854 by Alfred Cox, sits on the auction block at Geral dine. Its owners include notable public figures and engineers, with ties to Canterbury and Otago politics and the early New Zealand railways.
Prince Henry of Prussia gave the first public account of a Zeppelin voyage at Kiel's Marine Academy last month. He described a six hour trip with nine participants, noting sensations aboard and discussing navigation challenges, wind limits, and engine performance.
Racing at Ashburton County Club May 13 details totals for gates and pool, with results in Juvenile Handicap, Disposal Handicap, Selma Trot Handicap and Wakanul Handicap. Gunboat won the Juvenile Handicap, Sale of Disposal Handicap winner bought in, Lady Lytan took the Selma Trot, and Harita led to win the Wakanul Handicap.
The Auckland Racing Club set the programme for next season with prize money increased by about £4000, totaling over £29,000 for thirteen days of racing at Hills between November and June. The Auckland Cup stake rises to 2000 sovs, with the Great Northern Hurdle and Steeplechase boosted to 750 sovs and 1000 sovs respectively.
An 1908 testimonial from Archie Fisher of Surry Hills details chronic sciatica and rheumatism relief after eight bottles of Mother Seigel’s Syrup. The ad links stomach digestion to nerves and overall vigor, urging readers to use the remedy to prevent indigestion and its related pains.
Salvation Army notes Pakatoa Island Home fulfills its purpose with 27 committed and several private cases. Reforms progress as discharged patients number 24 since opening while 25 more could be admitted. Island life is described as attractive with a pleasant home, mild climate, good food, and ample recreation. Plans propose Ruth's Island for 100 men and Pakatoa for women.
The wayfarer in ariz slips into a pond in the park and is soaked cold. Hoa returns home shivering with a chill after swallowing a remedy. Doctors warn a card he caught could have killed him and woods peppermint cure is advised for relief.
In Wellington Magistrate Court two constables, John Edward Watson and William Joseph Gardiner, face charges of unlawfully assaulting William Rolfe and Florence Beatrice Rolfe on May 10. The case, delayed for further evidence from the Kaipara, was adjourned to 2:15 PM on May 17 with the defendants suspended pending trial.
Bluff reports recount a Stewart Island musician who earned Madame Melba’s praise and will return south for a June reception. Her family, long rooted at Halfmoon Bay since 1873, includes sisters active in local music scenes. Relatives trace origin to the Shetland Islands with ties to Invercargill and Melbourne.
A Victorian court invokes expert testimony over deceptive extracts claiming Sander and Sons' Pure Volatile Eucalyptus Extract as the safer, proven remedy. The warning cites a death from rival preparations and urges reliance on the genuine product proven by authorities for 35 years.
In Hastings Police Court Owen Kelly faced charges of making possessing and uttering gilded sixpence counterfeit coins. Detective Hill testified Kelly admitted passing coins at the racecourse and at bookmakers after finding two more gilded sixpences on him. A search of his Pakipaki hut revealed gold paint used to produce the coins. He pleaded not guilty and was committed for trial on bail.
A parliamentary paper surveys whether foreign nations have similar weekly rest day laws and how observed they are. Across twelve countries, including the United States, dates show increasing statutes from 1904 to 1908. In many places retail and manufacturing sectors are regulated, with fines and religious observance noted, while U.S. law varies by state.
A well laid out Halyfac ke nd with fruit trees and recently done up house. Five rooms, bathroom, wash-house with copper, and stable. Low price and easy terms offered. Lease possible for a good tenant.
A Christchurch style advertisement proclaims that customers can buy tailored suits for 2 pounds 10 shillings to 6 pounds 1 shilling, cut by top cutters and produced in large quantities to beat credit tailors. The seller, George Davies, rejects credit and promises no bad debts, urging readers to pay for what they receive. It lists multiple locations in New Zealand and urges readers to request quotations.
In the Reichstag debate Deputy Urzberger alleged 150 ships used Marconi gear while only 17 employed the Slaby-Arco system. He argued the United States first flagged monopoly risks and urged Germany to promote its own system aboard ships. Kracke noted English stations refuse non Marconi links and cautioned against strong nationalist push to avoid triggering other nations.
A brief item notes a local contest named Chronie Chest Comp with entries from Woods and Qs d. The piece references the Great Peppermint Curg event as part of the program.
Property offered by Mr J. H. Kerr now leaving district. Features a six room house, wash-house with copper, and stable on a quarter-acre fronting two roads. No reasonable offer refused. Small deposit required and balance to be paid at 10s per week.
J B Christian advertised as a licensed land broker and estate and commission agent operating at Corner Arcade and Tancred Street.
The firm announces its move to new premises and invites former customers and long time patrons to visit or call. The notice expresses gratitude to customers who supported Messrs Shearman Bros. for many years and requests renewed contact.
The notice provides a dated price list for mutton and beef cuts with assorted weights and prices in pence. It mentions J E Thomas’s Bakery on Will street, Ashburton, as the seller.
Devereux King and Co Ltd lists farms in North Canterbury from 200 to 9000 acres with homesteads at prices from £4 10s to £8 per acre and deposits. also Papanuil Stores Ltd goes on sale as a going concern with an annual turnover of £10,000. Apply at 137 Lichfield Street Christchurch.
A prize will be awarded for the best eight line verse declaring the excellence of Kozie Tea by May 10 1909. All entries become the property of Kozie Tea Proprietor Dunedin. Kozie Tea sold by grocers at Is 6d 1s 8d Is 10d 26. Address Kozie Tea Competition Sand Street Dunedin for details.
Money to lend at lowest current rates with easy terms of repayment arranged. Address MAUDE AND HARMAN Burnett Street Ashburton. Representative Kennedy, Solicitor, Burnett Street Ashburton.
Solicitors Perry Terry Kinnerney of Timaru Geraldine Temuka advertise approved freehold securities and approved second mortgages with interest at lowest current rates. Principal repayable by instalments if desired.
Advert announces subscriptions for The Motor Autocar Motoring New Zealand Farmer Bulletin Scientific journals and more. Contact CHAS THOMAS Book Seller at East Street Ashburton or call Telephone 120 for orders.
The shop lists winter blankets and rugs in all sizes including Best All Wool New Zealand blankets in white and grey and Best All Wool New Zealand rugs. Also featuring Ansieien Fancy Rugs from 7/6 to 11/6, men and boys overcoats, Mackintosh coats, oil skin coats, rain proof outerwear, football jerseys, and children's jerseys in maroon and navy with polo collar. all sizes available.
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