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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
May 23, 1913
Page
6
A May 28 1913 notice discusses a Dill decrying Sunday fishing as unlawful while arguing recreation on the Sabbath aids physical and moral well being. It cites a monastic Pennsylvania origin and Ashburton pattern, urging restraint against laws that harm no one and provoke resentment among nonbelievers.
The piece cites a World’s Work excerpt arguing against “Dear Sir” and “Yours truly” in business letters. It estimates a U S company spends $6,000 yearly on typewriter time for such phrases and calculates vast time losses from tying neckties, totaling about 150 million hours annually.
Professor Jacks of the Hi bert Journal writes in the Evening News defending the bottom dog idea. He argues that failures tell no tales but their whispers remain in closets while successes are shouted from rooftops.
A mosaic of quotes and vignettes from 19th century figures and scenes. Verses on jury discharge spark a debate over government legitimacy and the duties of ministers. A clipped lyric tone references social standards and personal dignity amid a perplexing legal and political collage.
Fragmented dialogue depicts Sanders and MacToot in a bar scene while Willie protests and asks if ears belong to his neck. A terse exchange references paying for drinks and a weathered discussion of households and accents. The piece weaves British phrases and a road travel remark with unclear context.
Default judgments entered in several cases including Barrett v Hunt for 10 pounds 10 shillings plus costs and Barrett v Tully for 4 pounds with costs. Orders issued: New Zealand Loan and Mercantile v Joseph Fully 59 pounds 6s 9d. Hugh Kennedy v Burgess and Sons 9 pounds 65s 6d with imprisonment if unpaid. Prosecution of liquor under prohibition order. fines imposed and defence act charges handled. Green case dismissed Middleton adjourned for certificate.
Judgment by default issued in cases A Terris versus R Cooper and Reid and Gray v Burgess. John Hawkes fined for driving without lights. Henry Gallus charged with perjury over a fire loss declaration at Mount Somers February 12 1913. Evidence from Gallus shop, witness testimonies detail inventory, furniture, and jewellery items lost. Detective Gibson and Constable Moore led police inquiry with Royal Insurance co involved.
On February 19 Gallus gave a lengthy statement read in court. The remaining witness testimony corroborated earlier evidence. The prosecution rested and the accused reserved his defence, being committed for trial at Timaru sitting on June 4. Bail set at £100 or two sureties of £50.
Charles Windale, twenty five, faced sentencing for stealing six bicycles and a watch and chain. Prosecutors noted his dire poverty and deception toward his wife, stating desperation from hunger led to the crimes. He received months of imprisonment with hard labour.
An advertisement urges readers to prevent winter ailments by using Baxter's Lung Preserver to strengthen lungs and tissues. It claims thousands suffer perpetual colds without proper care and offers a bottle for 1s 10d at reputable stores or dispensaries.
A description of rooms and offices available in Arcade Chambers on Eiton Street Hampstead including seven sections with a large back room. Also mentions a small shop in Burnett Street and a premises on Tancred Street formerly used as a dressmaker’s establishment. Town sections and building allotments in suburbs. particulars on application to T Bullock.
Farmers wishing to ship meat to London on their own account may consign through the British New Zealand Meat and Produce Company Limited. The firm exists solely for farmers interests and past results exceed expectations. Agents Walter Pickles and Co offer skins handling by sale at top market value or home shipment.
A listing shows a four room cottage on Mosre Street priced at £370. It also notes 74 acres on Winters Road Allen ton with a seven room dwelling, wash bowls, stable, garden, and well kept land with conveniences.
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