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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Sep 10, 1908
Page
2
General Luard appeals to newspapers in a letter urging action to clear roads and woods of the unemployed driven to desperation by want. He warns this could lead to further crimes amid the sensational murder coverage.
Silvio Rictei, identified as the likely author of the attempted assassination of the Sultan as he left a mosque, has been arrested in Stamboni after returning there, wrongly believing he had amnesty.
The appeal of Indian nationalist leader Tilak against his sentence for publishing seditious articles has been dismissed in Calcutta on September 9.
Danish former minister of justice confessed to forgery and defrauding Zealand peasants of their savings while serving as bank director. He admitted misappropriating about half a million sterling and was arrested in Alberta, Canada.
Identical British and Russian notes presented to the Shah warn of dangers to foreigners in Tabriz and urge an early proclamation on elections. The aim is to reassure the people of the constitution and summon the new Messies to meet in mid November.
In Adelaide on September 9 two brothers named Loughlin were suffocated by gaseous fumes from an open pan of burning coals placed in their bedroom. The outlets were blocked and the incident was blamed on the mother’s action. The fatal accident occurred amid broader news from Sydney where the Earl of Dudley arrived and was sworn in as Governor General.
Perth dispatch recounts a fierce encounter between the Turkey Creek murderers and a punitive expedition. About 150 to 200 shots were fired as natives resisted, killing the ringleader Major and two companions who attempted to load firearms. Police state the party planned to kill another white man when intercepted.
In Melbourne on September 9, Mr Elmslie gave notice of motion censuring the Minister for Water Supply for dealings with tenders for Water Department contracts. The Minister moved adjournment of the House, and the assembly was adjourned till Tuesday.
The final results from the Amateur Championships in Brisbane show J Cantwell of Queensland defeating Penrusher of New South Wales in Bantam. Elliott of Zealand beats Cantivell of Queensland at Feather. Bagley of Queensland defeats Graham of Victoria at Light. Midwood of Tasmania defeats Delany of Queensland at Middle. Barns of New South Wales defeats Salter of Queensland at Welter. B Smith of New South Wales defeats Waldie of Victoria at Heavy.
Charles Kinrose suffered severe wrist injuries after falling through a window during a lark with companions in Methven. He was rushed to the County Hospital where chloroform was administered and his wrist stitched. Latest report says he is improving as expected.
A dredge recovered a human leg a trunk portion and clothing from the Wanganui River between the town and the Heads. Authorities believe the remains belong to a young man named Mason who died by his own hand about a year ago. A handkerchief Bible and watch were found near the river bank. No known relatives are listed in the Dominion.
A violent nor west wind struck at about 1130 pm, reaching hurricane strength toward midnight. Telephone posts were displaced, windows shattered, chimney tops blown, and building sewers damaged. East and Tancred Streets ruins were disturbed as a wall and chimney collapsed. Shop windows cracked, fruit trees in blossom suffered, and a morning lull gave way to heavy rain.
Strong gales in Ashburton disrupted telegraph service nationwide. Communications with the North Island and West Coast were down, with lines north of Rangiora restored by 11.45 am and lines north of Greymouth still severed at 2 pm.
At 1 am a major slip at Blackball blocked the creek and flooded the mine damaging the main tunnel fan house engine shed and surface stores. No injuries but several near misses as 70 workers operate in shifts to clear wreckage. Damage estimated beyond £1000 with William Clark named new mine manager replacing Walter Leitch.
In Christchurch on September 19 a two storey wooden New Brighton house near the beach about half a mile north of the pier was totally destroyed by fire in the early hours. It belonged to Mr Ashley and was unoccupied though partly furnished. A Pareora East general store near Timaru owned by Mgr F Savage and run by Mr J A Munro, was also burnt to the ground with stock. Fire losses included £300 on stock and £125 on the building, both insured in the New Zealand office.
September reports two confidential memoranda by Councillor Small and the Mayor expose the city’s shaky finances. The Finance Committee resigns en masse, provoking a long council meeting that lasted until 1 AM. The Mayor branded the ex-committee cowards and a new committee is appointed.
In Wellington on September 9 Mr Reardon of the Labourers' Union attacked the court's new rule that a strike releases all parties from an award. He cited small strikes in Wanganui and Wellington unknown to the Union. Justice Sim pressed views on Trade Council ties and the balance between arbitration and collective action.
Registrar W. W. White reports nearly 900 enrollment claims since the main roll of 5848 names. Many claims struck off after revision due to transfers and residence rules. Last election 4238 votes with 117 invalid. rolls may exceed three years ago. Improperly filed forms lead to rejections. witnesses must be listed on the rail. White criticizes roll making as clumsy and behind the times.
The Times reports that a four South Australian loan will appear within a few days, received September 10 at 8 10 a m London time on September 9.
By buying No 2 Nezie Tea, 1a costs Ts Sdealy fourpence less than most other teas and is praised for its quality. The jest about cultivated tastes highlights a favorable reception of this tea choice.
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