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Newspaper

Ashburton Guardian

Location

Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand

Date

Sep 07, 1909

Page

4

Ashburton Telegraph Charges Questioned at Council

At a Borough Council meeting J K Logan explained the telephone bureau rates from Ashburton to Christchurch differ from Timaru to Christchurch due to mileage. Ashburton to Timaru three minutes cost 6d for 25 to 50 miles, Ashburton to Christchurch 9d for 50 to 75 miles, Timaru to Christchurch 9d for 75 to 100 miles. A motion urged reducing Ashburton to Christchurch to 6d, noting the 2d overage.

J. K. Logan Ashburton Christchurch Timaru Timart Orr Gibson

Hampstead School Committee Meeting Highlights

Hampstead School Committee met with W Thompson chairing. Board of Education approved hydroplate blackboard and a new pump for the headmaster’s house. Fruit trees policy tied to teacher-led mentoring. Mr McLeod to assure care and use for teaching. Headmaster’s report: 17 new pupils, 1 left. total roll 848, with 184 boys and 164 girls. average attendance 156.3 boys and 182.6 girls. Plans for a teachers’ meeting to finalize Hoko arrangements. Thanks extended to Clark Bros. for rose trees. Inspector’s report praised. staff thanked. Mr Strange to join. Ferriman’s seat and Ferriman’s service acknowledged. Dental scheme for children extended. over 50 attending, dental charts to be supplied. Ferriman to remain on Dentistry Committee. Visiting Committee reported on several minor matters. accounts passed at £10 16s 3d.

Hampstead Messrs W. Thompson FP. Werriman G. Lamb W. A. Lamb T. Crooks G. W. Andrews J. Ramsey D. Beaumont Board of Education Clerk of Works Headminster McLeod Messrs Clark Bros Andrews Strange Ferriman Dental Association

Mrs T W Hislop Dies in Wellington After Long Illness

Mrs T W Hislop, widow of the Hon I W Hislop former Wellington mayor, died this morning in Wellington after a long illness. A native of New South Wales she came to New Zealand with her uncle Dr Hawthorne rector of Dunedin Boys High School from 1869 to 1874. She was a steadfast helper to her husband through his public career including Parliament service and service in Sir Harry Atkinson's government.

Wellington Hislop I. W. Hislop New South Wales New Zealand Hawthorne Dunedin Boys’ High School Harry Atkinson

Deaths of John Greenwood and Dr Greenwynn noted in New Zealand and London

In Nelson New Zealand the death of John Greenwood dentist aged seventy seven occurred last night. He arrived in 1847 and practiced in various districts and leaves a grown family including Dr Greenwnn of Canterbury a noted tubereallysis specialist. In London on September 6 dramatist Glyde Fitch died from appendicitis.

Nelson John Greenwood Greenwood New Zealand Dominion Greenwnn Canterbury

Kyle August rainfall and lambing outlook report

The Kyle weather station logged 2 inches 43 points for August with rain on eight days and a 80 point daily maximum on the 17th. Early month was mild with light rains, then colder weather and heavier showers. Lamb mortality along the coast is not expected to hurt overall lambing. grass and feed are abundant and wheat and oats show vigorous growth, indicating a likely bumper harvest.

Kyle

Common Sense Use of Dr Morse Indian Root Pills

In medicine a touch of common sense is advised. Dr Morse's Indian Root Pills are made for all ages and conditions and doses range from one to four pills. A dose should move the bowels twice, and taking two more the next night is recommended. Initial sickness may occur from bile flow.

Morse

Prt guarantees Razors he sells with fair allowances

Prt pledges fair terms on Razors offered, promising guarantees and aid to buyers. The notice emphasizes fair allowances and support for customers purchasing the razor products.

Prt

Ashburton Correspondence on Acclimatisation Act Dispute

A letter to the editor details a long dispute over Ashburton Acclimatisation Society registration under the 1907 Act. It argues that licensing provisions and corporate status were misinterpreted, cites ministerial correspondence, and recounts past meetings, rules, and proposed changes. the piece ends noting upcoming meetings and proxies.

P. H. Cox Cox Ashburton Acclimatisation Society Acland H. D. Acland Turner R D. Dwhnsten Malet Shury Mc Cox Monte Auckland Rotorua Cox Ha Agricultural Society A. H. Shury

Poor Man Seeks Warmer Climes For Health Gain

The passage recalls a poor man who repeatedly suffers bronchitis and is advised by his doctor to seek warmer climates. He cannot afford to travel, yet the suggestion highlights the hardships faced by those with ill health and the coping measures of the era.

Merit overcomes prejudice in suit savings at Ashburton

A local firm GHORGH DAVIES, Sult Specialist, Arcade, Ashburton, claims to offer made to measure suits at about £2 less than standard charges. They guarantee customer satisfaction or full refund, cite direct-from-mills buying, own warehouses and 38 cash-only branches, and promise individuality and style with substantial savings. A large shipment of new early spring goods arrives. remember the address 86.

Ghorgh Davies the Arcade Ashburton Davies New Zealand

Student at Varsity Tech Logic and Psychology Tactful Tea Incident

A student at Varsity Tech Logic and Psychology endured strain during study and work until tea time. After tea, he appeared calm and content, claiming two cups of Kozie Tea helped soothe his nerves.

Dr Fellows Pile Cones Said To Cure Piles By Anecdotes

A local advertorial cites numerous reader testimonials claiming Dr Fellows Pile Cones cured piles after varied durations. The piece urges readers to buy from the prescribing chemist H F Stevens in Christchurch, listing a price of 8s 6d per box.

Dr. Fellow England Australia New Zealand Dr. Fellows Jn. Fpellow

Notice of Thanks and Meat Prices Offered by Mr Barber

Notice thanks customers for past support and asks continued patronage. Advertises prime mutton and beef prices per cut, with pay cash discounts. Mentions smallgoods as specialty and identifies Mr T Barber as the producer.

T. Barber

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