Borough Council holds annual meeting for mayor installation
The Borough Council met at the Municipal Chambers last evening with Present Hie Worship the retiring Mayor and councillors. The Mayor reviewed the year’s finances noting a debit balance rise from £880 16s to £1693 18s and outlined major expenditures including formation projects channeling offices and lighting. He spoke on events such as the Duke and Duchess of York visit and contingents’ departure, and forecast matters for the coming year including Greater Ashburton, water supply schemes, coronation plans, and national trade concerns. The council elected Dr Jones to succeed as Mayor and agreed to a public meeting on coronation celebrations and related questions for Friday week.
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Direct Legislation Debate At Templar Hall Meeting
Mr Ell MHR argued at Templar Hall that democratic means limit public influence as citizens vote only every few years and representatives act as masters. He urgedReferendum and Initiative to give people direct power over laws local and state, a motion supported by Mr Jones and carried.
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The Martinique Eruption Wrecks Caribbean Islands
A survivor statement from New York describes Mount Pelee activity and the Martinique catastrophe. Reports note thousands dead in St Vincent and St Lucia, ash showers in Kingston and Barbadoes, a boiling lake in Dominica, and widespread destruction in Fort de France with bodies and looting.
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Lord Hopetoun Sends Sympathy to French President
Mulsounne May 14 Lord Hopetoun cabled to the French President the Commonwealth's deepest sympathy for the Martinique calamity.
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Salary row over governor general raises tensions in Australia
A confidential cable cited in parliament reports Governor General Cham berlain facing a £10,000 annual salary hike rejection. He warns of grave difficulties for his successor and travel and residence costs. Prime Minister Chamberlain regrets the refusal but agrees to relieve the post if requested. Lord Hopetoun sends a subsequent reply expressing deep concern.
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Australia Senate Reacts to Sudden Announcement
Mr O Connor expressed disappointment at the turn of events and noted the extraordinary responsiveness of the people throughout Australia. The announcement, described as a complete surprise, was received by the Senate in silence and is expected to be felt nationwide.
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Arrival of the Monowai With the Sixth Contingent
The Monowai with the Sixth Contingent on board arrived last night. The men will be medically examined and landed in the course of the day.
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Mafias Steam to Gen Franciesc in 2 PM Arrival
Telegrams report a mafia group left Auckland by the Ventura on 26 April and reached Gen Franciesc on 1éth inst at 2 pm. In Palmauston Nort a pension tally shows 167 old age pensions current in March 1902 totaling £2776 with an average of £16 per head. A man named H J Manson declares candidacy for the Manawatu seat. A stolen safe from Ruseland Hotel was found empty at Park race course with a wheelbarrow nearby used to move it.
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Autumn meeting at Ashburton County Racing Club amid heavy rain
The Autumn Meeting of the Ashburton County Racing Club opened despite persistent rain turning paddocks to mud. Despite low attendance, a strong field delivered a notable program with results including Flying-Whirlwind and Princess Roya making strong showings, and officials commended for managing the day.
Excursion Tickets to Ashburton Availability and Timetable Notes
Excursion tickets to Ashburton issued at 2d per mile for Class and 1d per mile for 2nd Class with minimums 4s 25d, mileage counted unewa. Tickets valid from Christchurch Timaru and intermediate stations for morning trips on May 18 and 6, available with the 17th Inet. Express train from Christchurch Dunssadel and Hakaia on May 16 and 16, with 17th Inet. Express from Christchurch May 11 and 16 set down for Race course at Saleyards Siding Ashburton. Afternoon Ashburton Vimara service May 15 16 starts 5.45 pm, 1h 60m after timetable. Mount Somere Branch train delays to 6.65 pm 1h 30m late. Methven Branch from Rakala at 7.45 pm 40m late.
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