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Newspaper

Ashburton Guardian

Location

Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand

Date

Oct 07, 1908

Page

2

Ashburton County Council Rules Public Billiard Rooms

By-laws to regulate public billiard rooms in Ashburton County take effect November 1, 1908. Fees are one pound per license, rooms closed 10pm to 8am daily except Saturday to Monday, must provide proper facilities and avoid drunkenness or gambling. Licenses issued by the Clerk for one year, inspectors and constables may access, penalties up to five pounds.

Ashburton Ashburton County Council The

Harris Bros Realisation Sale at Wholesale Cost

A Christchurch advertisement lists a wide array of discounted goods from Harris Bros including cigarettes, pouches, cigars, walking sticks, shaving brushes, pocket knives, spoons, teas, notepaper, ink, writing blocks, watches, china, dinner sets, and gifts. Financing offered with time payments. located at 155 Hereford Street.

Harris Bros G.B.D Bengal Hereford Street Christchurch

Harold H Curtis Land Estate and Commission Agent Sale Ads

Harold H Curtis Land Estate and Commission Agent advertises sale of acre sections in Hampstead Allenton and town areas. Listings include E Belt Eton Street McLean Street Winter's Road plus several building sites and houses with terms and calls for inquiries at Cantoron Street office.

Eton Street Hampstead Wakauni Road McLean Street Cambridge Street Winter’s Road Allenton Toles Tancred ST Harold E. Gurtis Cantoron Street

Ephemeris Sun Rise and Phase Calendar

Ephemeris notes sunrises for October with times from 6.13 to 6.26. Phase data lists First Quarter Full Moon Last Quarter and New Moon times. Perigee and Apogee events appear with times in the evening and afternoon hours.

Sim and Donaldson Tie The Knot At St Andrew’s Church

Andrew Sim Carew wed Esther Mabel Donaldson daughter of Hugh Donaldson of Carter’s Terrace Pinward at St Andrew’s Presbyterian Church on September 8th by Rev G G Taglis.

Sim—Donaldson St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church G. GB. Taglis Andrew Sim, Carew Esther Mabel Hugh DonaLdson Carter's Terrace Pinwaid

Bulgaria declares independence amid European power plays

The article argues Bulgaria's move to independence from the Ottoman Empire was long in preparation and supported by multiple powers. It details seizure of the Orient railway, diplomatic protests, and alleged behind the scenes plots by Austria Hungary Germany Russia Italy, with France Britain and Russia suggesting various mediations as Bulgaria proclaims independence and 136,000 troops ready.

Bulgaria Turkey M. Gueshoff Orient Railway Porte Germany Austro-Hungary Britain Russia Berlin Roumelian The Times Tirnovo Ferdinand Czar Austria Bosnia and Herzegovina Baron Aerenthal Prince Bulow M. Isvolsky Signor Tittoni Italy France England

Local and General Notes From Ashburton and District

Reports from Methven and Ashburton cover rain benefiting crops, a Foresters Court resignation, and river conditions. The Indragelli brings timber to Auckland and Timaru via Vancouver. Stock compensation for tuberculosis totals £34,000 over five years to March 1908. Trout fishing is abundant. anglers are urged to visit R D Schnstop’s new stall near Tongariro for tackle.

Department of Agriculture Peel Forest Peel Porast Fairlie

County Elections Interest and Local Measures

County Council elections in November expected to be hotly contested. A hotelkeeper faces liquor charge in Ashburton No-license district. Economic tough times noted in Hastings, Upper Hutt, and Masterton amid Wo ol prices and wool value declines. Ashburton Brass Band concert funds upcoming Timaru contest. Methven street grazing crackdown decided by Mont Tutt Road Hotel meeting. Kyle September rainfall 0.78 inches. lambing strong. County water charges may rise as water-race maintenance is reviewed ahead of new council. Fruit blossom signals potential bumper crop in county. Borough Council to name fence offenders encroaching on footpaths. Labour Ministry outreach yields about forty unions submitting reports for Labour Journal. Victorian cereal districts report generally favorable harvest prospects depending on weather.

Electors' enrolment claims and license issue debate

Letter from T Hughes organizer for the Restoration of License Committees defends enrolment claims, counters claims of erased names, and argues against No-License evils. He states all claims are traceable, supports broad voter participation, and condemns paid canvassers aiding women’s votes. Dated October 6 1908 Ashburton.

Cavasser House of Representatives Ashburton Timara Geraldine Rakaia Methven Christchurch T. Hughes Geben

Accidents and Fatalities In Auckland And Nelson

ACCIDENTS AND FATALITIES Auckland October 6 A farmer named Arthur Pinnington drowned while bathing at Waio tunte. A man named George Augustus Beaton purchased laudanum yesterday and is thought to have taken an overdose. Nelson October 6 A boy named King employed at a local cycle works was crushed in a flywheel suffering fractures of both arms and the collarbone plus minor injuries. An inquest into the death of Mrs Catherine Dominune Osborn found dead at her residence last evening returned a verdict of death by heart failure probably caused by the shock of a fall after fainting fits.

Auckland Arthur Pinnington Waiotunte Mgn George Augustus Beaton Nelson King Catherine Dominune Osborn

River Report Snapshot Shows Varied Clarity Across Regions

This morning's river report lists Raikaia as fishable, Mount Somers and Upper Ashburton as dirty, Hakatere as dirty, and Rangitata as clear, indicating mixed water quality conditions across the region.

Raikaia Mount Somersipper Ashburton Hakatere Jowtr Ashburton Rangitata

Bulgaria Declares Independence Amid European Crisis

Le Temps reports no Russian decision on Austria as Bulgaria moves to independence. Prince Ferdinand telegraphs to the Sultan, pledging to honor the popular will while seeking friendly ties. Constantinople notes Russian moral support to Turkey and Adrianople cites Bulgaria summoning reserves. The Times flags a shared Berlin Treaty violation by Bulgaria and Austria amid a liberal-system conspiracy. Market prices dip then recover.

Per Press Association London le Temps Austria France Britain Ferdinand of Blgaria Bulgaria Constantinople Russia Turkey Adrianople the Times

Britain Rejects Unilateral Berlin Treaty Change

Reuters reports Britain cannot accept any power altering the Berlin Treaty without other parties consent and will not sanction infractions or recognize actions until other powers, especially Turkey, express their views.

London Reuter Berlin Britain Turkey

Turkish Moderation Seen Avert Crisis Amid Bulgarian Independence News

Reuter reports that diplomats view Turkey's moderation as likely to avert a crisis after Bulgaria proclaims independence. Official circles show consternation, while the public remains calm as Turkey is expected to protest treaty violations. Austrian press leans toward Bulgaria, urging avoid war since Turkey loses nothing new.

Reuter Turkey Bulgaria

Bulgaria Proclaims Independence in Sofia Amid Allied Ties

Bulgarian Premier M Malinoff announces independence after Turkey's ultimatum demanding evacuation of the Orient railway within three days. Prince Ferdinand reads the independence manifesto from the Forty Martyrs church, declaring Bulgaria a nation ready for equal status among civilized powers. Initially muted, crowds later surround the palace to cheer Prince Boris and his brother as news spreads.

Sofia M. Malinoff Turkey Orient Ferdinand Church of the Forty Martyrs Prince Alexander Bulgaria Boris

Indebendence declaration fate debated as European powers react

Constantinople reports Kaimil Pasha rejects independence as casus belli unless Bulgaria threatens Macedonia. Budapest dispatch says three Hungarian corps mobilise for Bosnia. London notes diplomats dispute the declaration and Berlin Treaty breach. Vienna hints at a rescript extending Francis Joseph's rights to Bosnia Herzegovina and recalling Austrian troops from Novibazar. Powers, including Britain, privately assent.

Constantinople Kaimil Pasha Bulgaria Macedonia Europe Turkey London The Daily Mail Budapesth Bosnia Thursay Rimes Ferdinand Vienna Times Francis Joseph Bosnia and Herzegovina Novibazar Bosnia and Heregovina Britain

Britain Expresses Sympathy With Turkey in Turbulent Times

Britain declares its sympathy with Turkey amid recent tensions and urges the Turkish government to refrain from retaliation. The Times notes that responsible Britons hope the new regime does not take active measures that could worsen the situation.

London Reuter the Times Britain Turkey

Ivelsky Warns Austria of Consequences Over Annexation Mention

M Ivelsky tells Clemen ceau and Pichon he was not consulted by Austria, whose action surprised all. He warns of far reaching consequences and plans to visit London. Russia protests Bulgaria's move and may push for an international congress at St Petersburg to demand compensation while seeking to avert war with Turkey.

M. Isvelsky M. Clemenceau M. Pichon Austria M. Ivelsky London Russia Bulgaria St. Petersburg Turkey

Germany seeks to curb Bulgaria to avert broader war

London reports Germany believes revising Bulgaria's actions is impossible and Europe can only try to prevent hostilities with Turkey to avert a general conflagration. Sofia representatives are urged to discourage anything provoking Turkey. German press condemns Prince Ferdinand and Berlin backs Britain's mediation on the Orient railway.

London Germany Bulgaria Europe Turkey Sofia Prince Ferdinand Britain

Belgrade Demonstrations Rally for War Against Austria

Belgrade on October 6 saw huge crowds in the streets as 120000 reservists were summoned and anti Austrian demonstrations continued through the night. Observers reported fierce enthusiasm for war, with cheers near the monument to the Czar Liberator and praise for Britain Italy Turkey and Russia.

Belgrade Austria Servia Britain Italy Turkey Russia Czar Liberator

Thousands march to agencies led by a military hand in Sofia

In Sofia on October 8 thousands of people moved toward government agencies under the direction of a military leader, signaling a show of force or protest. The scene reflected tensions between military authorities and civilian institutions as security and order were emphasized.

Sofia

Powers and Ferdinand Join Nighttime Rejoicings in Philipapolis

Crowds cheered as celebrations continued under illuminations. Prince Ferdinand and his Ministers are in Philipapolis where similar rejoicings occur. Railway companies demand 600 pounds daily indemnity until the line is restored.

Ferdinand Philipapolis

Ominous Bulgarian Turkish troop movements spark Vienna mobilization

The Temps Vienna report says Bulgarian forces head toward the frontier while Turkish troops advance to meet them. Austria and Hungary are mobilising two army corps, with Vienna predicting war.

Paris Temps Vienna Austria Hungary

Turkich Suggests Austria Seeks Peaceful Bosnia-Hercegovina Settlement

Turkich advises that Austria is approaching the Porte with a view to settling the Bosnia-Herzegovina question amicably.

London Austria Bosnia-Herzegovina

AlbertI Frauds Admit Overdraft At Willer and Riley

London October 6 at a Willer and Riley meeting Julius Willer admitted letting Alberti overdraw. By arrest the overdraft stood at £2,852. The directors decided liquidation is imperative. They estimate full creditor payment and a £100,000 surplus for shareholders.

London Willer and Riley Julius Willer Alberti

Refrigeration Congress Opens in Paris

Paris hosts a refrigeration congress with thirty governments and six hundred delegates, including one hundred British representatives. M. Ryan, Minister of Agriculture, opening remarks highlight the industry’s value to the world food supply and the need to open markets. Sir Montague Nelson notes refrigeration benefits for British colonies.

Paris M. Ryan Montague Nelson

The Wreck of the AON Castaways Arrive in Brisbane

The Manuka brought back wreck survivors with few new details. Captain Downie blamed abnormal currents and refuted claims of Chinese seamen panicking or grabbing life-belts. Chief officer noted no panic among passengers or Chinese. Provisions were plentiful, bread was fresh, and fish catches were good. Children pictured the scene as a grand picnic.

Per Press Association Brisbane Manuka Fion Capitan Downie Fanning Island Christmas

Fire in Allan Dale colliery at Waikouaiti

A mine fire broke out at Allan dale colliery near Waikouaiti on October 6. Initial smoke and fumes suggested a small fire but later intensified, forcing all workers to retreat. Ventilation issues caused fainting among some men, and rescuers plan to fill the fire oven and flood with water while ventilation remains unsafe.

Waikouati Allandale

New proviso allows future income estimate for pension bids

Parliament met in Wellington amid Old Age Pensions Act amendment talks. A new proviso lets magistrates estimate an applicant’s income for the coming year rather than the previous year. The bill passed committee stage and was reported without further changes. The joint committee report on the parliamentary buildings site was approved 20 to 2 before adjournment.

Per Press Association Willington Parliament Buildings

Wellington House Debates Monopoly Prevention and Education Bills

The House of Representatives met to discuss and pass multiple bills. Debates covered the Monopoly Prevention Act Amendment, Education Reserves Leases Validation Empowering Bill, and Mental Hospital Bill with land exchanges for a fever hospital. A Railways authorisation bill advanced, and the Workers' Compensation Bill saw lengthy debate before progress.

Wellington Millay G. Fowlds Midland Railway Tadmer Valley Hope Buller McNab Millar

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