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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
May 31, 1909
Page
4
Fragmentary advertising listing mutton cuts and prices with odd spellings such as 24d and 34d. Items include sides legs chops trim loins loin with flank pent and breast shoulders. The text appears to be a shop price board from a historic market.
The Tinwald Town Board met Friday evening with chair Mr T Williams and members Teppett Hampton and Morrison. A Treasury Office request, name changes on the rate roll, cheap money circular, local laws samples, and Nora Bradley’s name addition were noted. Shingle tenders were opened and Frank Soal accepted at 1s 5d per yard. A Melcombe Street improvement petition was considered with plans for levels and tenders. A road-grader search and a maintenance hand position were approved. The inspector reported one drainage defect resolved after occupant pledge, and accounts of £12 1s 8d were paid.
Ashburton Farmers' Union branch held a meeting to settle accounts for Maling’s work in the district, agreeing to pay £19 18s 8d. The group discussed conference outcomes on defence, taxation, canal boundaries, land valuation reform, and calls for stronger farmer organization and broader participation.
An advertisement defends Sander's Extract as superior to other eucalyptus products. It cites a testimonials from Mr Th. Haldernese praising relief for coughs, colds, and lung issues, and warns that rival preparations cause harm or death. Instructions offer dosing of 5 drops in water and 15 drops in olive oil for wounds and inflammation.
In Auckland on May 29 William Knox pleaded guilty to breaking and entering Robert Carr premises and was remanded for sentence. Roland Oliver Davies received a two year sentence for horse stealing at Knee. In Palmerston North May 28 Wm Joseph Sklenaars sued Frederick Robinson over the race horse Rangihaeata valued at £400 with £220 winnings and £100 damages. the jury sided with Sklenaars and awarded £400 value and £100 damages, judgment deferred for repal points, horse to be held by a receiver in the interim.
Percy Nat King, alias several names, admitted stealing £14 from a fellow boarder at the Club Hotel. He is sentenced to six months in Lyttelton gaol after arriving from England four months ago and committing multiple thefts in Auckland Wellington Christchurch and Invercargill. He will face further charges in Christchurch for stealing jewellery from Mrs Cowan.
Carolinal Moran argued Port Curtis in Central Queensland matches De Quiros landfall descriptions and may be Vera Crag and St. Philippe Bay. J A Panton reviewed new evidence favoring De Quiros on east coast discovery, while A C Macdonald countered, suggesting Santo island in the New Hebrides was the land, with Espirito Bay named as ideal harbor for a thousand ships.
The article chronicles Constantinople’s sieges from early centuries to 1453. It notes repeated sea and land assaults, surrenders, and recoveries influenced by rulers including Constantine the Great, Michael VIII Palaiologos, and Mahomet II, highlighting the city’s endured conflicts and ultimate fall.
A local tailor promotes cost savings by cutting suits to measure at about £2 15s to £9 1s, claiming higher quality through skilled cutters and mass production. The ad criticizes credit-based pricing, pledges no credit sales, and invites customers to view fabrics and fittings at MOR Gs DAVIES in the Arcade with showrooms in Christ Church Wellington and other New Zealand towns.
A reader argues for compulsory training on the Swiss Norwegian model, praising universal liability and noting Britain’s voluntary system is outdated. The letter cites Lord Roberts and historical quotes, urging the Public Library Committee to acquire the book A Territorial Army in Being and warning against public apathy.
A reader laments the heavy hats at church described as Merry Widow hats causing obstruction for those seated behind. He urges women to remove large millinery indoors, suggesting an Anti-Hat League and endorsing neater head coverings like small hats or neat toques to let worshippers see the preacher clearly.
Collections of jokes about clergy and rabbis from historical figures. A Moslem ruler’s pulpit quip, a Jewish teacher’s wakeful audience, clock etiquette in synagogues, and exchanges between Baptist and Anglican leaders illustrate roadside humor and pious banter across centuries.
A humorous but jumbled reminiscence of Mr Dooley’s quips on crime wealth and religion. The piece features misspelled speech and ethnically charged jokes about Jews and Christians while riffing on finance burglary and social roles. The tone mimics a late 19th century humor voice with puns on aging voting and legality.
A mother notes a child’s rich imagery in baby talk and emotional speech. The mother reflects on a gentle approach to discipline and affection, describing the child offering a pansy with a claim it is the happiest flower in the garden.
Special sums of 100, 200, 500 and 1250 pounds offered for investment with Towest current rates of interest. G H Buchanan, barrister and solicitor, listed as contact.
AGENCIES report in the Guardian states that Seay and associates challenge J H Rule alleging no prior agreement. They deny paying for goodwill and announce they will start a new meat business in Ashburton with prompt service and civility to gain patronage.
An American paper notes Premier Giolitti’s win in Italy and the easing Vatican abstention, marking a world event as Church and State align against Socialists and Clericals. The Vatican aims political peace with the kingdom, strengthening both nation and church after decades of conflict.
A Christchurch reader praises Doan's Ointment for chronic skin itch and irritation lasting years. The ad claims two to three pots cure long standing cases when other remedies fail and lists price and mail order by Foster McClellan Co. in Sydney.
Local shop owner R D Johnston announces a fresh stock for the upcoming golf season. The selection includes clubs bays balls and other roquisites to support players’ preparation.
An advertisement extols Lane's Emulsion as a remedy for consumption and various ailments. It claims many cures and urges trusting doctors who prescribe Fresh Air and Lane's Emulsion, praising it to "strengthen your lungs" and body. It notes two bottle sizes 6 and 2/86 and warns to take none but Tanet.
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