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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Nov 13, 1908
Page
3
In Durban on November 12 Oakijana received seven years of hard labour for high treason and acts of rebellion tied to Bambaataa. Judge Smith noted no evidence of direct or indirect orders by the prisoner from Dinizult.
Berlin November 12 A resumed debate collapsed after criticisms of the Kaiser's conduct. The Chancellor crisis has shelved the long standing constitutional crisis, more widespread than at any time in the Empire's history. Prince Bulaw was silent yesterday with signs his position in imperial favour has weakened.
In Nelson on November 13 a correction notes the earlier message claimed all clergymen except one signed the no license manifesto. The accurate statement is that it was signed by all except one Anglican minister and the Roman Catholic clergy.
A large fire last night gutted the sixteen room Ronaki home of Mr Robert Allan. The family escaped in night clothes after being awakened by smoke. Insurance totals £1060 on the building, £400 on furniture, £60 on the conservatory, and £20 on curios. ownership by Mr Allan means losses exceed these sums.
Wellington reports that W H West rook, secretary to the Wellington Trades and Labour Council, says the Labour party is committing political death by severing its alliance with the Liberal party. At the council meeting Westbrook was censured and suspended until next week when a special meeting will decide further action.
Auckland Cricket Association met and read a New Zealand Council telegram over disputed Plunket Shield dates with Otago and Canterbury. Canterbury agrees to amend dates to satisfy Otago, proposing Christmas week reduction and a two day gap between matches while Otago pushes for December 29th to January 1st schedule.
The case held that a husband is not liable for a wife’s purchases unless his authority is shown or ostensible agency is proved. The judge found no express or implied assent, and though a presumption of authority exists for ordinary necessaries, it did not apply here as the husband had forbidden such actions. Judgment for the defendant with costs.
Durbar owned by H P Nicoll of Ashburton won the New Zealand Cap Handicap two miles from scratch at the Metropolitan Trotting Club meeting in Christchurch. The LO.G.T. weekly meeting saw strong attendance, committees appointed, and lodge games after. The New Zealand Championship Poultry Show set for Ashburton June 9-12 next year was approved in Christchurch following Ashburton representatives' push.
The report lists numerous prize winners from a sheep and livestock show. Leonard White and John Withell appear among Shropshires Corriedale and Reyelands entries with first and reserve titles. Wethers, ewes, and other stock are named alongside exhibitors and prize designations across breeds and ages.
In Dunedin on November 12 the assembly debated Rev John Gibson Smith’s book The Christ of the Cross. The committee urged maintaining doctrinal unity while expressing kind feelings toward Smith and avoiding any contradiction with the church’s atonement doctrine. The recommendation was adopted with minor textual deletion and the assembly moved on.
W T Kingston directs sale of a well built dwelling at corner Wills and Park Streets with modern conveniences. Also 28 acres with cottage on Alford Forest Road, 50 acres government leasehold near Mayfeld, 40 acres in Qats, and a working man’s cottage with land. Auctions include town and suburban properties from £450, plus furniture, produce, and clearing sales. Agent for Norwich Union and Colonial Mutual. Henry Stephenson.
A one quarter acre section on Moore Street behind Dr Mullins is available. Apply to Percy Orr for details and purchase terms.
Mr Walter Long told the Welsh Unionist Association of London that the nation praised the government for facing recent foreign events. Guildhall speeches were praised as worthy by ministers, and Asquith could count on steady opposition support as long as he pursued the planned course. The Prime Minister’s address was followed by a call for action.
EF Barrett announces an unreserved sale of his livery dead stock and fodder, including three-quarter bred ewes with lambs and bred ewes hoggets, with a Drag from Barnett Street at 1.80 am for buyer convenience.
Mr Jenkins former Agent-General for South Australia was toasted at a complimentary dinner in London with Mr W P Reeves and other Agente-General present. The Earl of Jersey awarded him a watch and jewellery funded by friends as he urged a strong Commonwealth immigration policy to populate Australia with British people. The Education Bill compromise faces rising opposition from Nonconformists and Churchmen amid parliamentary timing worries. Dr Clifford calls statutory entry rights into council schools and head teacher church officer roles inadmissible.
At a special meeting in Christelureh, Mr Little moved to discontinue the systematic inspection of South Island stud flocks, arguing breeders should cull independently. The motion, seconded by Mr T. E. Upton, passed by 38 votes to 88.
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