Electoral Anticipations Letter Prizes Local Speculation
In Ashburton correspondence a reader mocks predictions about election candidates. The letter argues Mr Matman should lead over Mr Jones, predicting a strong finish for Flatman and a close race with Bir Maslin for last.
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Max Jones
Matman
Ashburton
Uatman
Mr Jones
Mr Flatman
Bir Maslin
Mr Jones urged to declare stance in election
A reader asks Mr C W Nicoll to publish definitively whether David Jones will back Massey or the current Government. The letter argues Jones began as an Independent but has since appeared inconsistent and urges a clear commitment before electors.
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C. W. Nicoll
David Jones
Eveen
A. Martin
Nicoll
Massey
Mr Jones's Crutch and Political Tricks
A reader blasts Mr David Jones for relying on gimmicks to attract voters. The letter accuses Jones of avoiding clear party earmarks, claims the Farmers' Union disowns him, and notes an imported North Island writer backing an Opposition candidate for Ashburton. The writer mocks Jones's alleged dependence on support from others.
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David Jones
Flitman
Fet
Farmers’ Union
Martin
North Island
Jones
Ashburton
Ant
Free Trade in Liquor Debate Echoes in Ashburton Letter
A reader argues against free trade in alcohol, condemning Gladstone era licensing and praising women’s perspective. The letter recalls 19th century reforms, cites historical figures, and warns of social harms from unregulated liquor trade. Names include Lord Chesterfield, John Wesley, and references to Ashburton.
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Mar Morley
Lord Chesterfield
John Wesley
Ashburton
Mesers Fee
Raine
Mics Addis
Barlow
Ely Propshors
Barloiy
Ashhurten
Financial Tangle and Political Blast
Sir Laurenson notes that £44 million of £67 million borrowed money pays interest while £23 million does not. He warns this serious state of affairs contradicts claims of a sound financial state as the self reliant government continues borrowing £3 million yearly and promises a near £1 million surplus.
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Laurenson
Railways and government finance debated in Ashburton
E R Pownell of East Street Ashburton condemns Liberal policy and Second Ballot in a letter arguing that government borrowing and railways should pay interest. He warns smallholders will bear costs and urges electors to support an opposition candidate.
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Peter
Paul
Redburtons
Vouel
Gabriel
Pioneer clergymen recall rough frontier days in New Zealand
Archdeacon Harper of Timaru recalls fifty years in New Zealand ministry. He describes early journeys from Otago to the West Coast, sleeping in flax bushes and clay floors, crossing rivers, and guiding his father Bishop Harper through remote districts. The West Coast goldfields census and priestly settlements are recounted with peril and pioneer life details.
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Thames
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Fifty Years of Faith in New Zealand Society
The passage reflects on how romance faded into prosaic modern times, marking fifty years of work and memory. It celebrates the enduring faith of the fathers and the generosity of fellow men, asserting that religious conviction remains the guiding force in New Zealand’s community life.
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Otago
New Zeaand
Rangitata Road Board Sees Repairs and Council Talks
A Rangitata Road Board meeting chaired by J A Fleming discussed a County Council delegation over water race ford repairs. An agreement with the council was reached, offers made to occupiers for fencing and reserves, tenders accepted for Perrin’s road and Bellswood, with further road reforms and shingling planned as traffic rises after estate subdivisions. Accounts totaling £113 were presented for payment.
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Doan's Backache Kidney Pills Prove Effective
A testimonial from Mrs. Black of Redburton recounts severe back pain since lifting a wheat bag. She credits Doan's Backache Kidney Pills from Ashburton Drug Co. and Foster-McClellan for relief, noting her husband remains well six years later. The ad urges care for kidney issues and lists purchase options in Sydney.
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M. Black
Wills Street
Redburton
Ashburton Drug Co
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Doan
Phonia Tonic Promoted As Spring Blood Remedy
This ad touts PHONIA a trusted spring medicine by EH J. Bonnington. It claims Phonia cleanses the skin renews energy restores appetite and strengthens the whole constitution with a tonic effect. Price is two shillings per bottle and two bottles are suggested for best results.
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