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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
May 24, 1910
Page
4
Ww pike offers sanitary work high pressure hot and cold services aeraulic hams and all kinds of water power appliances estimates for all classes of work at lowest rates call write or ring us up and we attend at one a trial solicited phone 142
IT retain good health you will benefit by calling at T Young's and getting a pair of Boots of his own make. AH English leather used we can guarantee at moderate prices. Men's Cheap Boots from 10s 6d and Ladies' Boots equally cheap.
The Ashburton Borough Council met to review a bank credit of £264 16s 2d, discuss shortening the Ashburton Traffic bridge, and consider a successful Opihi bridge shortening report. Reports covered reserves rent schedules, weighbridge repair cost estimates, lighting changes, shelter for carriers, street lighting, and bridge pad dock tenancy.
The Audit Office returned the Board balance sheet for the period ending December 31, 1909. The Curator's report recommended salary increases for two staff, which was approved. The Domain Committee refused the Sports Association hockey ground request but allowed the ladies' club to use the Oval for this season for a fee and with end of August ground return. A thorough Domain inspection was set for June 3.
The chairman reported a credit balance of £70 18s 0d and revenue since last meeting of £8 123. This concluded the meeting.
Irish affairs report from London on May 23 notes Cork disturbances with sticks stones and tant totalles used. About one hundred people were treated at infirmaries for injuries.
London May 29 Sir Edward Gray and M Picton announced agreement that the Cretan question be settled by granting Crete substantial autonomy while respecting the legal status defined by European powers.
Wellington notices report James Russell shot in Makara with serious condition. Mrs Head remains seriously injured after being run over. Nine year old Thury Pearson badly scorched while handling powder. Archibald La Dette found drowned in Waunevranga River after planning visitors. John Mackay Taylor thrown from trap suffers fatal concussion and dies.
In Pipitea Street bailiff John Corkill was found guilty of manslaughter in the death of Christopher Denis Smith. The jury urged mercy due to Corkill’s age frailty and provocation and believed Corkill acted under a genuine but unjustified fear for his life. Sentence will be passed Saturday.
Supreme Court today James Cummings and John Tennessey received 18 months imprisonment each for assault and robbery. Edward William Kelly and Alexander Driscoll were sentenced to 21 months each for assault with intent to rob.
Sydney May 23 The Daily Mail Cup event saw Grantville Technical College post 816 to lead. Victorian Railway team scored 779, Bathurst 775, and Karori Rifle Club 771 in the Empire match.
The Governor ends a farewell tour visiting New Plymouth Hawera Stratford and Eltham on May 23. He was met by mayors councillors and local officials receiving illuminated addresses and thanks as he toured venues including Theatre Royal and Salvation Army Boys Home.
The Premier left Wellington tonight bound for Christchurch, then Greymouth and Hokitika. Sir Joseph Ward will unveil the Seddon Memorial Statue at Hokitika on Wednesday afternoon and deliver a political address there that evening.
Ars E. Jarrett of Surry Hills Melbourne describes Zam-Buk as a sure and speedy cure for piles after failed remedies. She notes immediate relief from pain and irritation and later repeats the treatment after childbirth. The balm is touted for cuts burns bruises abrasions and skin sores with a price of 14 6d and 6d per pot.
A Coldstream Road Board meeting at Janeliffe on Thursday heard leave of absence granted to W dewell and W McKengs, elected M G Rich as chair, and noted death of King Edward VII. The board discussed hospital, local bodies act, grant from Ashburton County, cemetery funds, road inspections, and encroachment on the Colsurenin-Ealing road with several purchases and notices.
Mr James Allen charged the government with deception over superannuation funds and criticized the land policy. He argued defence costs and new taxes would rise by about £448,000 with defence adding £300k to £320k of the burden. He claimed expenditure outstripped revenue and urged restraint to avoid further taxation.
George Davies promises high quality tailor made suits with better materials and stylish patterns imported from London. Superior fit from skilled cutters and long lasting workmanship offered at low prices and a money back guarantee.
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