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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
May 17, 1913
Page
6
A London County Council rule forces resignation of married female staff, sparking protests from women’s groups. Critics argue the policy unfairly limits women’s rights to work and family life, noting doctors and typists alike could suffer reduced productivity after marriage.
A fragmented compendium of aphorisms and quotes. Reflections begin with work benefiting others and include Lord Avebury and Thucydides. Russian proverbs are listed with several pithy maxims about judgment, fortune, and patience.
A fragmentary dialogue recalls a lover of pictures praising old masters. A guide mentions property in the district and a wary view of landlords in England. A couple recalls nicknames used in early marriage with playful bird references between Brown and his wife.
Article advises readers that many suffer in winter and should “build up the system and tissues of the sugar” with Baxter's Lung Preserver. A bottle costs 10d at reputable stores.
Winter sewing is in full swing and the shuttle sings merrily. Underwear is of vast importance and some must wear flannel or flannelette. Hefford's good values make buying pleasantly easy for every necessity.
Myr Plunket Lloyds surveyor is ordered to report on the Indrabarah steamer and safeguard interested parties. He will travel by train tonight to Wellington.
Wellington May 16 Arch Walker Lloyds surveyor returned from Indrabarah inspection and sent a confidential report to the Tsar's agents in Wallington. Vessel makes no water cargo intact refrigerating machinery working satisfactorily surveyor's report favorable tide will be rough Monday
Persistent bad weather delays towing as wind from the southeast rises. The tug Tarawhiti left Castlecliff at 7 a.m. to reach the Indrabarah and set anchors for a airstrip refloat attempt, but rough sea conditions worsened after departure.
An ex-naval authority from Palmerston North argues against using the battle cruser to tow the Indrabarah. He notes Captain Halsey would not risk his ship in a tow near the coast and that cables would fail under strain. He adds the hawser would need to stay at least four cables away, making the plan unfeasible.
Wellington reports the vessel lies in the Beep Hole not inshore at high tide. Salvage crews deploy a mushroom anchor to hold position while awaiting a spring tide in a fortnight. Unperishable cargo can be landed nearby, reducing load. Captain Plunket of Auckland surveys operations for the London Salvage Association.
An advertisement urges motorists to install the Dot Vulcaniser for 225 pounds claiming automatic operation does not scorch tyres and can be used by a child. It promises life extension and a 50 percent cut in tyre bills with a money back guarantee if it fails. It warns cuts let sand water in, degrading fabric and causing blowouts and invites readers to visit the garage for a demonstration.
A fragmented ad copy urges readers to try Regent Cigarette Co and share in a Great Free Gift Scheme. The message touts contentment after the storm and promotes forty free gifts framed as a consumer incentive.
Fragmentary OCR item notes dealings of grain seed and produce with buyers across Doon.
A fragment notes the availability of good will and five leaseholds suitable for dairying. Details to interested purchasers can be provided upon request and financial assistance can be arranged if needed.
Post manufactory Ashburton traders Allegheny partners advertise the Eureka concrete fence post as indestructible, longer lasting, and cheaper than competitors. Yards and Omec South Street Trevorton Ashburton listed for sales.
Regent Cigarettes promote a free gift scheme inviting readers to request a Free Gift Catalogue by writing to Regent Box Aal Wellington or Tay Free Gifts. The ad emphasizes purity and coolness of the cigarettes as part of the promotional offer.
Enna and Co have opened a large display of men and boys overcoats Macintoshes Hydratites oil coats and related garments. Also offered are durable undervests underpants and unshrinkable underwear. The firm presents Borsalino hats latest shapes colors caps rugs blankets and invites inspection and value comparison.
An old advertisement urges readers to treat coughs and colds with SBonnington Emulsion of Ogiver Oil. It claims instant relief and promotes it as a nutritious tonic for all ages. Sold at 25 6d per bottle.
AAI commenced Bewmilling offering timber in all sizes and materials for sheep yards.
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