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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
May 31, 1909
Page
3
London reports that the Suez Canal revenue for 1908 fell £345,000 from 1907, while expenditure rose £50,815. dividend stays at 5s per cent. Also noted are Invincible speed trials at 28 knots, a judge's misdirection overturning a fraud conviction, and various international items from Paris to New York, including the stock market and wage disputes.
In Constantinople on May 29 the Adana Moslems resent the restitution of property to Armenians. Officials say employment of more reliable troops will be necessary to ensure the search for stolen property succeeds.
May wheat markets close quietly as Patten reports a successful bull campaign with profits estimated at five million dollars. The press notes Cunwright in New York on May 29.
Pearce defeated Thoroughgood by two lengths in the Australian sculling championship in Sydney. Pearce took the lead early, with Thoroughgood closing but not passing. Time noted as Zimin 19sec amid other weather and maritime reports from Sydney Hobart and Tasman Sea conditions.
Wellington May 4 The Timber Commission has been granted extra time to submit its report and is expected to file it by the end of June.
The Press Association reports in Jerlin on May 28 that Al Asquith's two Power standard speech drew sharp criticism. The Reichbote says Britain claims sea supremacy is intolerable, while Togliche-Lundehou taunts Britain for unpreparedness for war.
A party of sixty two Labour representatives including thirty one MPs left for Germany on May 2. The aim is to improve naval relations and foster friendship with Germany. The Berlin Daily Telegraph correspondent notes German people are not responsible for the Empire's foreign policy.
An inquest at Fergus's Hotel Mount Somers on Friday afternoon investigated the death of Hugh Urquhart who fell 50 to 60 yards while scaling rocks during rabbit poisoning. A fellow worker witnessed the fall and Urquhart died nine hours later. The jury returned a verdict that he died by falling over a cliff and no blame attached to anyone.
In Auckland on May 29 John Tracy a carter employed by Mr J J Craig died from injuries after a heavy case with plate glass fell on him in the hospital. In Wellington on May 31 the body of William King aged 28 was found near the Haywoods railway line the previous Sunday. An inquest heard he was unmarried and may have been intoxicated when he sat on a sleeper and was struck by a passenger train, death ruled accidental.
Melbourne May 30 Mr Fisher will wait on Lord Dudley Governor General to ask for a dissolution. Political circles expect refusal. Mr Cook says coalition pact bars interference with the protectionist tariff policy and correcting tariff anomalies while preserving states rights in industrial control. The fiscal compromise plans to cover the current and next parliament. Mr Reid backs the Coalition as wise and patriotic.
The small coasting steamer Ranara sprang a leak and foundered off Broken Bay last night. The crew landed safely on the coast.
In Wellington on May 29 a satisfactory agreement was reached between employers and female boot workers before Conciliation Commissioner Hally. In Christchurch on May 33 the New Zealand Federated Tailoresses and Clothing Manufacturers unions filed an award with the clerk of awards. The award covers Wellington, Canterbury and Otago districts, starts Friday, and lasts three years.
A special meeting saw Mr W Evans resign as chairman and withdraw his firm from the association. The Otago Daily Times notes disruption could lower flour prices benefiting bakers and consumers. The Star says a South Canterbury firm’s decision tomorrow could disband the group.
Christchurch reports on day two results from the Plampton Park Trotting meeting with multiple handicaps won by short margins. Chiefting Brown Empress and Vitella lead in respective races, while The Needle Woodnymph and Imperialweod secure top places. Totalisator turnover reached £7880 versus £1074 last year. Adelaide reports True Scot winning the Parkside Stakes by two lengths.
Messrs Guinness and LeCren with New Lea and Loan and Mercantile Agency report a large turnout for a Raakapuka sale on account of Campbell Bros. Every lot cleared with strong prices. Sheep and store lambs a highlight. horses and cattle sold well. implements and furniture also sold at full gale rates. Attendance around 600 despite ice weather, with buyers from afar.
Messrs Guinness and LeQren report a successful clearing sale at Carew on behalf of Mr H Reeves. Farmers from nearby districts attended as buyers were keen and every lot cleared at satisfactory prices including sheep horses implements and furniture with prices listed for numerous lots.
The Canterbury Co operative Egg Poultry and Produce Co Ltd reports an exceptionally good sale entry on Saturday with strong buyer turnout and keen competition. Prices achieved included hens to 1d per dozen, pullets to 6s 6d, ducks 4s 8d to 8s, geese 4s to 7s, turkey hens 7s 9d to 10s 6d, gobblers 14s 6d to 21s per pair, eggs and butter prices listed with dairy items also noted.
The fortnightly Ashburton sale drew steady attendance with a healthy overall entry and good clearance. Prices varied across items such as horsehair, wool fleeces, skins, lambs, crossbreds, and pelts, with values listed in pennyweights and shillings per unit.
The Auckland and Suburban Drainage Board was notified by the Bank of New Zealand that a £100,000 loan issued in London has closed with subscriptions totaling £127,000. The loan will yield £974 net for Auckland at 4 percent.
In Wanganui on May 81 the second deposit of £100 was paid for the Arnst-Webb race. Both competitors are in excellent form and actively training.
Arrangements with agents in principal centres promise best disposal of grain and produce including prime malting barley and wheat. Auctions held at Have Lock Street Mart every Saturday feature pigs poultry cattle horses furniture and sundries with clearance sales in town or country on short notice. Prompt settlement and cash advances offered plus agent for Norwich Union Fire Insurance and Colonial Mutual Life Assurance.
Roderick Metensic of the Excel sior Hotel was fined £5 for supplying liquor to an intoxicated man. The license was not endorsed.
Wanganui on May 31 reports the death of FF S Frankish a renowned Canterbury cricketer and prominent cricketing figure in the dominion after a prolonged illness.
Modest public servant J Roberts Chief Commissioner of Crown Lands retires today on three months leave after a long Westland career. He declines any valedictory presentation from staff or citizens despite an enviable public record and noted service.
Judge Cowper questioned the claim that misfortune caused the bankruptcy of contractor Conrad Wilkining. He noted speculative land and building ventures with no capital, while his wife was left comfortably well off and a £3000 deficiency remained. The application was adjourned to the court's next sitting.
Mr Bates reports westly winds of moderate to strong intensity and unchanged weather outlook. The forecast notes persistent wind conditions with no expected change in temperature or precipitation.
An advertisement lists RHEDMO medicine for rheumatism claiming rapid relief and removal of uric acid as a remedy. It promotes the product RAEIMNO as a solvent of sediment with claims to cure rheumatism gout and sciatica. Razor and shaving items are also offered at PEROY'S for 75 6d.
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