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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
May 22, 1909
Page
3
In Constantinople on May 21 the Sultan’s Speech from the Throne renewed allegiance to the Constitution and urged Ottomans to aid reform. He was warmly applauded and vowed such sectarian massacres would not recur under divine guidance.
The Prime Minister received a cablegram that the Imperial International Exhibition opened yesterday by the Duke of Argyle. The Duke visited the New Zealand Court and praised the exhibits after a detailed inspection. Exhibitors at Shepherd's Bush include Russia Austria Italy Denmark Holland Persia and China.
The Paris Municipal Council considers a £32,000,000 sterling program to widen streets around the central markets, reconstruct schools, and improve poorer quarters. The plan aims to revitalize deteriorated districts and boost urban infrastructure.
Seven thousand workmen gathered in Paris on May 21 to listen to speeches urging strikes. Violent rhetoric targeted those who stayed at work as others sang the International Hymn outside and were dispersed by cavalry.
The West Australian loan was covered threefold. Pesnaroy New South Wales will issue a £8,000,000 3 per cent loan, minimum £84,000? The Avelland drainage loan of £100,000 at 4 percent is issuing at par.
Westminster authorities refuse interment of George Meredith's ashes in the Abbey but the Dean will conduct a memorial service at Merrow.
Per Press Association dispatches from OHRISTCHURCH and DUNEDIN report two fatalities. In Hanmer Springs an elderly man named W. Drake was found dead with his throat cut, a cook at 8 Helen's station. In Dunedin George Kent, 79, fell from a vessel at Maori Keik and drowned. no further details available.
The Navy League seeks to inform the public on the British Empire’s naval supremacy critical to trade and existence. It highlights the Navy’s anticipated demands in war, notes current shortfalls, and urges public figures and parliamentary candidates to back maritime defense measures beyond party politics.
May 22 at Willington the Timber Commission heard letters from a couple claiming they near starvation with a dying child. They say no work is available and they would work for food. A witness said the letters reflect conditions among Main Trunk line workers.
The Ashburton Football Club selects its third grade squad for Empire Day with players Childs Johns Ford Johnston Tait Bushell Joyce Willett Black Campbell Spring Ki Meachem Berry Hume Hughes. Emergencies listed R Minnis Digby.
May 23 in Wanganui results show Irish Rifle 1 Kareroa 2 St Bill 2 among starters. In Steeplechase Mocassin 7 Tilson 8 Kui tere 3 all started. Mocassin won by three lengths in 6.17. Electric Hack Handicap Waista 1 Overme 2 Porakau 3 also started. Waista won by a half head in 1.43.
May 22 at Oamaru reports a drizzly morning turning fine for the inter meeting opening. Waikoura Hurdle handicap winner Ringman placed ahead of Southern Cross Wondy and Length. Tokarahi Welter saw Miss Gal and Master Alizi prominent. Trial Plate won by Merry Lass with Obsona Z Ripple second. Cap-Chief Lochiel won by a head over Federal and Witaway. Time records: 3.1, 1 min 45.1 sec. Friday rain began late, totaling about a quarter inch, delaying further work.
Commercial London markets report a firm but quiet Bradford wool market with unchanged prices. Wheat is very firm with active Continental demand, notably Germany. An Australian cargo sold at 449 Gd and parcels at 104d. Australian onepot scarce at 6d. flour quiet. forward lots inactive.
A May market report notes wool safes closing at peak values with firms selling at premium levels. The brief highlights sustained demand and high prices as buyers push for top quotes.
The Canterbury Farmers Cooperative Association held a clearing sale of five stock and implements at the homestead Haling on Thursday. Large attendance and strong bidding produced good prices for ewes lambs cows and horses with totals ranging up to £80 for draught animals. The farm was passed at £6 and negotiations continue with expected full report soon.
The weekly Farmers' Co operative Association sale drew large attendance with strong demand for stock and produce. Prices ranged across pigs horses poultry and produce such as wheat oats potatoes and onions. A separate auction at Mr Stephenson's Havelock Street mart saw good turnout though leases and certain county council leases failed to attract bids with several parcels passed in or offered at reduced rates.
The New Zealand Farmers Cooperative Association of Canterbury Limited lists recent disposals on behalf of tenants and trustees. Properties include 400 acres from Horrelville to Chambers Leeston, 1097 acres at Pigeon Bay to Mc Hale Bros Charlton, 984 acres Kyle to J S Jessep Te Muka, 704 acres Goughs Bay to Ralph Coe Rowell, 421 acres Refton to J P Hayes Sefton, 49 acres Rangiora Fernside to D Sutherland Rangiora, 100 acres Dubbo NSW to William Plaskett Fernside, 15 acres Sefton Toppings trustees to J Wyllie, and a Christchurch dwelling plus half-acre Ashley Street Rangiora to John Baird Sefton.
The Ashburton No Licence Council schedules Em pire Day events with a tea meeting at 4 p.m. in Oddfellows Hall followed by an evening public meeting. Speakers include H. D. Redford M A and the Rev A Dewdney. No charge for the public meeting but a collection will be taken.
Preparations for Empire Day on Monday in Ashburton are ready pending fine weather. The procession starts at 16 a m and goes to the Domain for patriotic addresses, flag salutes, and sports. Excursion rates and delayed trains have been arranged by the Railway Department and hot water will be provided in the Domain. A plan to bring bluejackets from HMS Challenger to join the demonstration was approved, with Rev RE Chambers accompanying them as chaplain.
The Baptist Tabernacle will conclude its special services tomorrow with Rev. Arthur Dewdney of Wellington preaching in the morning and Rev. Charles Dallaston delivering sermons in the afternoon and evening.
Procession of Friendly Societies Volunteers cadets bands fire brigade at 10 am. Returned troopers and old army men invited. Children from Tinwald to assemble at Borough School. Patriot ic demonstration in the Domain with flag salute. Addresses by H J Marriner Rev Hamilton and W Nosworthy. Sports for boys and girls six to fourteen. Competitors bring sacks and skipping ropes. Excursion rates and delayed trains.
Football double header listed with Anes County facing Canterbury Reps at 2.15 pm Curtain Rye. Ashburton Third Grade hosts Southern Closs with seating on the ground entrance via Bracefield Avenue admission one shilling ladies free.
Mr Roe the former Minister for Defence will address a public meeting on the subject at Oddfellows Hall. The event is scheduled for Thursday May 27 at 8 p.m. in the town.
Last evening at the Baptist Tabernacle Rev C Dallaston spoke on My Mother to a good audience. The Ashburton Baring Square Church choir held its annual meeting with a favorable report and small credit. Officers elected include Conductor H A Humphreys, secretary treasurer G H Carson, pianiste R Bonnington. Harvest home social at Waterton hall attracted many, with dancing by Terris band and generous refreshments. The bachelors of Hinds held their annual ball at the Hinds school with Morris’s Band. Mr H Hewson was M O and Mr J Millon secretary.
The event lists items from farm produce to garden supplies and livestock to be held in the Arcade Ashburton on Friday and Saturday June 11th and 12th. Entries close at 9 p.m. on Tuesday June 1st. Prize schedules and information available at the Association's Rooms with J RB Christian as secretary.
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