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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
May 29, 1902
Page
2
The readable segments list lunar phases for May including new moon on the 5th, first quarter on the 18th, full moon on the 26th, and apogee around the 2nd. Times are given in a daily timeline with references to May and related phase indications.
A fragmented notice lists flight or transport schedules for various regions. It mentions Northern Ports Westport United Kingdom and other areas with times on different dates May 20 May 30 and May 31, including locations such as Wellington Rotemshans Mokola and Brindisi with noted local times.
Watumatos May 28 Takaka Sluicing Company notes a return of dota for two weeks work. Dousepis May 29 lists Isles Blackwater River 2061 dia Birat Chance 4694 Hartley and Riley 651 Hokitika River 12 Untsy Ze Tha Welcome West Coss returns for 131 hours la 627.
London market notes show merino wool reaching record highs while other wools hold steady. Canterbury lamb and mutton quotes from Smithfield Library indicate weak and steady signals with prime Canterbury lamb at 4 21 per lb and mutton at 4 44 per lb. New Zealand Farmers Co operative Amostation cites London as the price reference.
Market notes from Stoney and Sydney show wheat and flour at varied levels. Prices cover oats barley bran pollard potatoes onions and bacon with several regional quotations and broker caveats.
The Addington stock market yarded about 175 fat cattle with prices easing from prior levels. Sheep were strong with heavy crossbreds and export buyers active. lambs and store sheep saw keen competition, while pigs numbered around 400 with baconers and stores showing varied demand.
Mr David Thomas conducted a clearing sale on account of Mrs Farge of Carter's Terrace Trowald who is leaving for England. There was good attendance and brisk bidding. Prices realized included piano £265, gig £12 18s, ponies £11 and £15 16s 3d, wringer £3 12s 6d, waggonette £14.
A large Geraldine sale drew strong attendance with about 9600 sheep 35 cattle and 28 pigs cataloged. Prices ranged with old ewes selling to 4s 1d 4, fat ewes 4s 9d to 10s 10d, lambs 6d to 7s, and calves at 14s amid varied terms and stock categories.
Dowanis May 28 at the Burnside market yarded 23 head of fat cattle. Prices ruled slightly easier with Bast bullocks 9 to 12s 6d, medium 7 63 to 8 12s 6d, best cows and heifers 7 to 7 15s, medium 6 8 to 8 17s 6d, old cows 3 15s 3d to 5 1s 3d.
William Martin writes from Obrieichurch to Ideal Wyre Company expressing strong appreciation for Ideat tyres fitted to his machine. He notes that the tyres helped him set seventeen New Zealand records and win multiple championship prizes.
The Ashburton Guardian urges establishment of a central county literary and debating association to raise moral and intellectual standards. It cites Catholic Literary Society and Kyle Debating Club as models and notes low vaccination rates, urging prompt action and public health education on smallpox and vaccination.
Tussicura is praised as the superior throat and lung remedy in this advertisement. It claims widespread public approval, strong sales, and value for money. The note mentions pricing at 2 shillings 6 pence per bottle and lists Bob Pope and Manufacturer J Evans of Dunedin with Kempthorns Prosser and Co as wholesale agents.
A Tuesday date edition reports a judgment by Mr Justice Denvision in a sheep dealing damages case. The issue references Prince of Wales royal events, railway fares, bank holidays, and a Dunedin band parade. Local items include school library books, loyalty debates, a public meeting on peace, a soldier recovery note, weather indications, and social events at Lauriston and Kyle.
The Rev Jame Skinner, who accepted the Totara North Otago call, will preach farewell sermons at Flemington and Tinwald on the Sabbath. The Farmers Union debates political action, urging non party reform and the election of abler men while avoiding partisan traps. A note promotes Ashburton cycle shop R D Johnston and Ridge-Whitworth Cycle Agency, highlighting secondhand cycles and repairs. A novelty khaki bicycle with two speed gear hub is advertised as available at Beat and Towne's.
A woman appeared for drunkenness at the Dunedin Police Court, marking her 128th such appearance. The Exeter area notes list upcoming confirmations and an auction sale by Henry Stephenson for drapery needs.
In Ashburton on Thursday William Stonyar faced charges of cruelly ill treating poultry for shipment and paid a fine plus costs. James Chaat was fined for assault after an incident with Edward Shoard, with testimony noting intoxication. Other minor charges included failing to send children to school and a spanner incident. Civil judgments favored plaintiffs in two property disputes. One old age pension was granted in full, another adjourned for police report.
A rush of applicants for employment as tablemen on the transport Anglo Canadian followed a plan to replace forty foreigners leaving at the port. Bonners hired at £3 for the trip. Russell Douglas of Kaukeru surrendered to police in Waikare over a native shosting case. Mrs Williams wife of Hon H Williams died at Pukaraka aged 74. In Suptems Court John Anphes sentenced to five years for incest. executor to hear further. Pater Trainor jailed six months for robbery. George Annibel admitted to probation on four breaches of the Binkenptey Act. Pigeon ages observed. weather light rain followed by brighter skies.
Advertises TUSSICURA Smoke Now Venus Cuamprrtain's Coven Remedy as a safe cure for coughs colds and whooping cough. Claims speedy relief for children and asserts no danger to babies. Endorsed by New Zealand farmers and Royal patrons with a call to insist on the correct product.
Obituary notes Benjamin Conatans the famed French painter aged 7. Shipping talks reveal Morgan backing Hamburg American and North German Lloyds for steady US links under trade restrictions. French President Léubet visits Copenhagen with allied gestures. Accidents reported in Kalgoorlia and Lyons. New South Wales opens Parliament as Rawson reforms workload and workers compensation. NSW loan demand hits nine thousand applications totaling about thirty five and a half million sterling. Federal tariff debate in Melbourne Senate tightens duties on fruits vegetables and grain.
In the Senate Me O Connor said the government could not grant or seek Parliament support for Martinique and St Vincent relief. A May 28 meeting, convened by the French Consul General and the Mayor, adopted a sympathy resolution and formed a fundraising committee. Municipalities across the states were urged to join the appeal.
Mr Seddon attends a formal luncheon at Capetown as the colonies pledge support to uphold British supremacy. The event underscores imperial ties and collective effort in maintaining the empire's influence.
An influential meeting in Sypney on May 28 representing pastoral and commercial interests urged Mr Kingston to lift duties on fodder and grain and asked Railway Commissioners to reduce carriage rates for fodder. The speaker warned of widespread disaster from the drought and Minister Crick said if the Federal Government won’t suspend duties the State must pay them to keep stock alive.
The Christchurch Hospital Board asks Dr Thacker to resign from the Honorary Medical Staff after he refused to meet staff regarding suspected plague cases. He says his refusal was a protest over management of the case and insists that a blood expert test is the only reliable method to confirm plague.
The Dorham, loaded with coal, reported leaking during a heavy sea near Tivithrl four miles offshore. Pumps run steadily as the vessel, heading from Newcastle to San Francisco, remains afloat while anchor duties and weather conditions are monitored.
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