News Of The Day (Press, 21 July 1909)

On 21 July 1909, various auction announcements were published involving C. A. Lees and Co., Harris Bros., New Zealand Farmers' Co-op, and others, which can be found on page 11 of the issue. The Stipendiary Magistrate's decision in the case of Gome v the Selwyn-Ashley Drainage Board, brought to court in Rangiora, has been appealed by the defendant Board. The Christchurch Drainage Board decided to promote a Bill in Parliament to extend the drainage district to include lands currently outside the city district. A meeting of the North Canterbury ploughing match committee took place, resulting in 26 entries for the event scheduled for Friday. Additionally, the high rent in Christchurch was highlighted by Frank Rule, an agent for the Presbyterian Social Service Association, who noted that a family with a weekly income of 35 shillings was paying 12 shillings for inadequate housing. The Rangiora Winter Show announced a weight-guessing competition outcome, with five individuals accurately guessing the weight of a dressed carcass of mutton at 80 pounds, sharing a prize of £1 each. The meat was donated for distribution to deserving cases in the town. At the Loyal Rangiora Lodge of Oddfellows meeting, a recommendation for Bro. J. A. Boyd to the Kaikoura district was approved, and new candidates for membership were discussed. Married members lost a euchre match to their single counterparts. In Wellington, William Tuck, an influential sculler backer, mentioned the ongoing interest in sculling, hinting that champion sculler William Webb might not be done with the sport yet. The Drainage Board addressed a letter from the City and Suburban Burgesses' Association regarding ongoing stormwater issues in the Falsgrave Street area. The board deferred the matter to a consultation with the City Engineer. In a legal case involving the Australian Federated Seamen's Union, Dr. McArthur was adjudicating on a breach of an award related to notice of dismissal procedures. The Minister for Public Works announced the retrenchment of factory inspectors and the closure of the Ashburton and Oamaru labour offices. The Presbyterian Social Service Association advocated for solutions to urban poverty, including the establishment of cottage homes in disadvantaged areas. In other news, the Christchurch Drainage Board discussed a report on the efficacy and cost of local coke versus imported coke. An innovative valveless engine designed by Wellington inventor W. H. Trengrove was also reported, attracting international interest. An upcoming arrival of 215 passengers, most travelling third-class, was noted from the Tongariro, with many assisted immigrants on board. Additionally, Timber Millers protested against proposed export duties for timber shipped over Greymouth wharf, arguing that it would unfairly burden the industry already suffering from high transport costs. The article also reported on various community and sporting events, including the opening of the Scargill Musical Union and the annual meeting of the New Zealand Axemen's Association, alongside discussions of schooling, social issues, and advancements in local infrastructure. Overall, the publication highlighted a range of social, legal, and economic issues pertinent to the day.

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