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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
May 24, 1907
Page
3
A large Empire Day gathering in Ashburton honors Queen Victoria with a 1600–1700 attendance of children and volunteers. The procession, flag salutes, and speeches highlight imperial loyalty, patriotism, and the role of schools and churches in nation building. Speakers emphasize liberty, citizenship, and the bond between Britain and its colonies.
On May 24 Empire Day was marked in Victoria Square with a school parade of about 860 cadets and flag salute. Addresses by the Mayor and Mr Buddo followed, while other cities noted quiet observances with salutes, and officials closed offices though no general holiday was declared.
Sports results show Wanganui crews winning by several lengths across multiple races then a public health note and a school funding appeal. A plague continues in Asia while Bangkok fires burn for funeral rites. Hugo Friedlander pledges £50 and aims to raise £150 toward Ashburton High School, with £600 government plus £400 board support, and £200 yet to raise by private donations.
Mr CH MM Jones reorganizes the Music Department to supply organs and pianos from 15 to 80 guineas with cash or terms over one to four years. No canvassers or heavy rent keep costs down. Indent any instrument for cash buyers and connect with manufacturers to save money. Visit the upstairs showroom before buying elsewhere.
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