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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Nov 17, 1908
Page
3
A drive of 600 cattle sheep and horses on the Ballynacally Clare estate of Mr W Ball led to the recovery of 100 cattle and six arrests. The land was leased to several tenants under an eleven months system. The incident was reported by the Press Association.
Mr Churchill proposes joint meetings of Manchester cotton employers and workers with the Board of Trade to design a conciliation scheme. The aim is to verify actual trade conditions and prevent future disputes, with any scheme submitted for approval to all involved organizations.
Paris reports a wireless telephone now operable within a thirty mile radius of the city. The advance marks a step in communications, enabling wireless connections across the region.
British politics report notes Mrs Pankhurst released from Holloway gaol on health grounds. Lord Hugh Cecil cites Canterbury Dean urging defeat of Education Bill compromise. Miss Louisa MacDonald of Sydney’s Women College asserts Australian women's franchise poses no danger.
Admiral Rawson opened the Lees Manufacturers Exhibition in Sydney and asserted Australia can supply nearly all needs. Melbourne reports in the Victorian championship Americans impressed spectators with strong play as Alexander defeats Heath and Wright dominates the singles. Brookes and Wilding win the doubles. Queensland Parliament opens with Bowman re-elected as Labour leader.
In a speech at Yase Mr G H Reid announces his retirement from the leadership of the Federal Opposition. The Standard commentary argues that majority rule in the Commonwealth should be tested by allowing the Labour Cabinet to demonstrate its powers and governance.
Sydney reports Mr Reid resigns as leader to allow close scrutiny of federal politics. The Herald calls it the only solution to a difficult situation and hopes it sparks Liberal unity. The Telegraph sees it as a tactic to persuade the public of the need for union.
Melbourne reports the barque Falls of Halladale ran aground with a cargo valued between £30,000 and £35,000. The second officer spotted the danger, the captain arrived too late to avert disaster, and the ship is regarded as a total wreck with poor prospects for salvage.
The Dunedin Navals fired on Saturday at Dunedin coast battery events achieving a figure of merit of 1,195. This marks a new high for the corps and places them in the lead for the Coast Artillery Cup.
The Marlborough A and Show opened under good weather with entries slightly above last year though sheep sections fell off. Attendance promises to be strong and no important results are yet available. The election is not affecting the event.
Reports from district rivers say trout are plentiful this season. Anglers seeking the best tackle at lowest prices should inspect Johnston's new steel Just added ex 3.8 Tongariro.
In Christchurch on November 17 a 67 year old fisherman, T Grifin, fell ill at a neighbour’s house and died shortly after. An inquest is planned this afternoon. A separate accident at the Technical School in Arthur Street Timaru left a young worker, George Booth, with a broken right thigh after a fall from a second storey roof to the floor below. He was taken to hospital and had arrived in Timaru from Oamaru about four and a half months ago.
Mr J Johnson of Apiti, a Salvation Army supporter, returned by the Ruapehu and spoke of Salvation Army progress in Sweden his native land. He said Swedes were content and cordial relations with Norway were reported as strong and friendly.
Mr Henry W Norris of Invercargill has departed for London aboard the Rippingham Grange as the first New Zealand recipient of an Associated Board free exhibition. Three annual awards span Australasia for examinations in music.
The Hinemoa arrived from the Kermadec Islands with a scientific expedition that spent ten months studying animal and plant life geology and meteoric observations. Members included J Iredale C Warden W T Oliver L Wallace R Oliver. They report good health and progress though some details remain unfinished due to early return.
Commercial reports at wool sales show a distinctly stronger market with keen demand for all qualities. Some lines posted a notable advance over last week's rates, signaling improving prices.
Tuesday, November 1 1908 Ashburton stock sale saw low attendance due to the general election. Fat sheep yarding totalled 212 with ewes, wethers, hornets and lambs sold amid fair demand at prices on a par with late markets. Store sheep and cattle pens were largely lifeless with most stock passed in.
A Victorian court and experts endorse Sanders and Sons' Genuine Pure Volatile Eucalyptus Extract as superior to rival preparations. The notice warns against fake extracts causing irritation or death and urges buyers to insist on the proven genuine product.
An early 20th century remedy advertises Chambeaus Tablets to treat sick headache caused by stomach disorders. The copy urges prompt use at first attack and claims strong relief. sold by the Aghburlon Drug Company.
Dr Matman closed his final rally in Mr Frank Cheat's auction room after an earlier address in Allenton. Mr Platman received a cordial reception as W Thompson chaired. The crowded meeting gave him a unanimous vote of thanks and continued confidence in the Government.
The article notes a large Bullock's Arcade gathering where Mr W Nosworthy spoke for about an hour amid applause. Voters discussed license versus no license ahead of the Parliament election. Christchurch Council considers sunday licensing penalties and police crowding in Cathedral Square as farmers eye Waikato dairying opportunities.
Friday, Nov 20, 1908 listed at the Arcade with 90 head entered. Special entries include 6 draught geldings 4 mares 3 hacks and 3 unbroken draughts. Auction sale at 12:80 paw. National Mortgage and Agency Co. auctioneers.
Clients are urged to inform us of their needs quickly since our PERT unit is now operating within the county. The update emphasizes prompt communication and local deployment status for service requests.
Auction listing for 900 acres with a four roomed house and stable. Includes 250 acres oats and 24 acres wheat with asking price of £7 10s.
Public auction scheduled by Messrs George and S A Thompson dissolving partnership and retirement of Mr George Thompson. Sale at 2 pm at Salo Reama Methven District features four lots totaling 1 058 acres: Lot 1 homestead block 398 acres with buildings. Lot 2 306 acres. Lot 3 284 acres. Lot 4 170 acres. Proximity to Lyndhurst railway and Methven saleyards suggests strong demand. full sale terms available at 2 pm.
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