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Newspaper

Ashburton Guardian

Location

Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand

Date

Nov 04, 1908

Page

4

Jones Candidature Debate Sparks Local Letter

A reader defends David Jones and challenges Nicoll over claims about Jones living and voting in Riccarton. The correspondent wagers £10 to prove the statement false and questions why Jones did not stand for a seat, citing past Road Board service and poll position. ONE WHO KNOWS.

Air C Wy Nivel David Jones Nicoll Heing Jones Mr Nicoll Riccarton Echo Hien Lfe Nico

Advances to Settlers Act drew sharp political clash in New Zealand

A letter argues Sir Robert Stout opposed the Advances to Settlers Act, questioning its benefits and linking government borrowing to higher land prices and taxpayer losses. The writer warns it could enrich lenders abroad, raise interest, and create an absentee aristocracy while harming ordinary workers.

Robert Stout Liberal Party New Zealand Seddon Careful Worker Hoarder Spend All Steady Settler Plunging Speculator Lyttelton Christchurch Ashburton

Free Trade in Liquor Sparks Debate in Local Paper

A reader letter critiques a female correspondent over free trade in liquor, noting a heated exchange and the caller’s plan to present a case. The writer humorously recalls mixing with all sides, then laments the intrusion of a rival who “demolishes” his stance before he can speak.

Mina Tracy Minma Emma

Letters on license reform and moral critique from 19th century paper

A reader writes about the 1972 Gladstone Licensing Bill and free trade debates. The correspondent mocks self righteous reformers, questions virtue in publichouses, and calls for a shift in moral perspective to curb liquor’s influence.

Emma Woilida

Methven Meeting Marred by Hoodlum Behaviour

Observer reports a Methven meeting led by Mr D Brick where order broke down due to hooliganism. A local constable kept calm while a persistent disruptor was ejected repeatedly. The writer praises the police and cautions support for Mr Brick or Mr Ives, and notes political tensions around Sir Joseph Ward.

D. Brick Methven Brick Dinler Mr Brick Hardy Selwyn Ives Joseph Wardene Methven and Rakaia Invercargill Bluff

William Lewis Dies in Invercargill. Drapery Elder and Councillor

Obituary from Invercargill dated November 3 reports William Lewis, one of the oldest residents, passing after a short illness. He built a large drapery business and served on the Borough Council, being a prominent figure in local enterprise.

Invercargill William Lewis

Six remanded on two up charge in Christchurch

The Shady Side Christchurch reports Mr Bishop remands six men until November 18 on charges of playing two up on October 25. Bail set at £10 each. Milkmen also remanded for selling milk below the legal standard. William Tant, an undischarged bankrupt, committed for trial on a debt contraction charge.

Christchurch Bishop S.M William Tant

Railway Servants Endorse Government Superannuation Payment

The Amalgamated Society of Railway Servants votes on paying £1500 into the Government Railway Superannuation Fund to count broken service during the 1890 maritime strike. A substantial majority favors accepting the offer, allowing former strikers and current pensioners to receive years of service restored.

Wellington Amalgamated Society of Railway Servants Railway Department Government Railway Superannuation Fund Ae Oe Sbd Tee Eee Bet

Melbourne Cup Result at Spring Meeting in Melbourne

Lord Nolan defeats Tulkeron by a neck in the Melbourne Cup handicap sweep at two miles. Delaware finishes third with a time of 2 28 2/5 seconds amid a large crowd on the stands and hill. Other starters included Mooltan Pera Dyed Garments Emir and Welcome Trist among many runners.

Melbourne J. Mayo Lord Nolan Pasitano Lydia Syrs Flynn J. McLau Jack Smith Parsee Alana Sir Aymer Lady Wilde Baw Bee Knox King's Cross Enchanted States Delenda Hobby Tulkeron Time Din

Ashburton Stock Market Faces Moderate Attendance and Steady Prices

In a moderate turnout at Ashburton, stock yard shoppers attended the weekly sale with sheep and cattle showing steady demand. Sheep yards sold mixed classes at varied prices, lambs and hoggets selling unevenly while cattle met a good sale with fats above average quality, prices ranging across several pounds for steers, cows and hogs.

Pat Pene Hogeets Lambs Bey Id Ids

Wheat and Flour Shipments for UK and Continent

London reports headline totals of grain afloat for the United Kingdom 2 015 000 quarters and for the Continent 1 900 000 quarters with Atlantic shipments of 854 000 quarters and Pacific 40 000 quarters.

London United Kingdom Continent Atlantic Pacific

Why Sander and Sons Euca Lypsti Extract Stands Out

A historical ad extols Sanders and Sons Eucalyptus Extract as superior to rivals citing full experience and careful manufacture. It warns against counterfeit “extracts” linked to injuries and deaths from improper use, claiming the genuine product is safe, reliable, and effective backed by expert validation over 85 years.

Sander and Sons Ine Supreme Court of Victoria

Local Farm Livestock Co Announces 1908 Rates

New stock company in N Bee region advertises stallions mares and working horses insurance with fixed rates for 1908. Curt is district agent at Cameron Street Ashburton and canvassing agent I Timms.

N. Bee HE. Curtis Cameron Street Ashburton I. Timms

Properties for Private Sale Showings to Purchasers

A seller offers several properties on their books for private viewing by interested buyers. The note invites prospective purchasers to arrange visits through the agent or owner.

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