SHIPPING.

.PORT OF LYTTELTON. Arrived. Yesterday. Norway, barque, from Cape Town, South Africa. Grafton, s.s., from Wellington and West Coast ports. Annabel, brig, from Newcastle. Sailed. Yesterday. Thurso, barque, for Mauritius. Grafton, s.s., for Qamarn.

TRAVELLERS’ GUIDE.

Trains Leave Ashburton for Christ church and intermediate stations at 7.10 a.m., 10.55 a.m., and (Express) 5.37 p.m. Trains Leave Ashburton for Timaru and South, at 6.50 a.m., 10.25 a.m. (Express), and 4.45 p.m.—the latter pro ceeding no farther than Timaru. Trains Arrive at Ashburton from Christchurch at 10 15a.m. (Express), 4.35p.m., and 7.15 p.m. Trains Arrive at Ashburton from Timaru and South at 10.40 a.in., 5.27 p.m. (Express), and 8 D.tn.

DAILY MEMORANDA.

AUCTION SALES Saturday, September 1. Mr. T. Bullock, at the Arcade, Burnett Street—Horses, &c. Tuesday, September 4. Matson, Cox and Co,, at the Ashburton Yards —Stock. Saturday, September 8. Mr Thos. Bullock, at the Arcade, Burnett Street —Land. Saturday, September 8. Mr Thos. Bullock, at the Arcade, Burnett Street —Agricultural Implements. • MEETINGS, AMUSEMENTS, &c Thursday, August 30. Town Hall— Rink Tournament. Thursday, August 30. Oddfellows’ Hall—Grand Ball; at Bp. m. Friday, August 31. Methven Schoolroom Amateur Dra matic Performance, &o. Monday, September 3. Borough Council, at Borough Council Chambers, at 7 o’clock. Wednesday, September 12. Ashburton County Council —at Council Chambers; 11 a.m.

MAIL NOTICES.

Malls close at the Ashburton Post Offics as follows: For Christchurch and North at 6 a.m. 10.30 a.m., and 5 p.m., daily. For Chertseyßakaia, &c., at 10.30 a.m. and 5 p.m. daily. For Dunedin, Tinwald, Winslow, Hinds, Coldstream, Rangitata, Orari, Winchester, and Geraldine, at 10 a.m. daily. For Temuka, at 6 a.m. and 10 a.m., , daily. For Timaru and South, at 6 a.m., 10 Am., and 480 p.m., daily. For Greenstreet and Ashburton Forks, on Wednesdays and Saturdays, at 3.30 p.m. For Mount Somers, on Tuesdays and Saturdays, at 6 a.m. and 430 p.m. For Mayfield, on Tuesdays and Satur days, at 6 a.m. For Ashtca, Waterton and Longbeach, at 430 p.m. daily. For Flemington, on Mondays, Wednes days, and Fridays, at 430 p. m. For Wakanui, Elgin, Seaview, Seafield, and Kyle, on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, at 6.30 a.m. For Newlands, on Tuesdays and Fri days at 10.80 a.m.

The Ashburton Guardian. Magna Est Veritas et Prevalebit. THURSDAY, AUGUST 30, 1883. County River Boards.

In our yesterday’s issue we published the new clauses which were added to the Counties Act Amendment Bill on the motion of the member for Ashbur ton, and no words of ours are needed to draw attention to their importance. The immediate cause of Mr Wright’s action in this matter was doubtless the difficulty which the Ashburton County Council experienced in dealing with the encroachments made by the river during the recent floods in this part ol Canterbury. Those settlers in Wakanui and the Forks who suffered most severely were naturally anxious that the damage should be repaired as soon as possible, and they were perfectly willing to contribute a fair share of the necessary expense. But under the Counties Act Councils are not em powered to levy a special rate over one particular district, while it would be manifestly unfair to make the whole county pay for what would benefit comparatively few, especially when those few had no desire to shirk their responsibility. When the question was discussed, two courses appeared to be open to meet the difficulty. The Go vernment could either give County Councils power to declare rating dis tricts for river conservancy at their own discretion, or that these bod'es should, under certain conditions, be enabled to act in the capacity of river boards. For the obvious reason that the discretion suggested would be liable to be abused, the first alternative was abandoned as impracticable, but no such objection can be brought against the second, which Mr Wright has embodied in his amendments. When this Bill has passed the Legislature, it will be possible for a County Council, upon the petition of the majority of the ratepayers, to be empowered by the Governor ‘to exercise all the functions of a river board. This will enable a special rate to be struck over a particu lar district, and when any damage is caused by floods there need not be the same delay in repairing it which, under the present system, is inevitable. Had not Mr Wright brought forward his amendments there would have been no other course than to have appointed a Board of Conservators for each river in the county, which would have simply increased the legislative machinery at the expense of the ratepayers without giving any compensating advantage. All the work that such Boards would be required to do can very well be compassed by the County Council, which, indeed, is the proper body to carry it out. We have spoken of this matter especially in connection with this part of the colony, but there are other districts both in the North and South islands similarly situated that will have reason to feel grateful to the member for Ashburton.

The three Roys were formally brought up before the J.P. at Clinton yesterday. The police withdrew the charge, as the matter had been sufficiently investigated by the Coroner. James and Alexander therefore stand committed to the Supreme Court for manslaughter, and John goes free.

Returns collected by the Dunedin Chamber of Commerce show that between the 3Jth June, 1882, and 30th June, 1883, the various woollen factories in the colony purchased 5,705 bales of wool, valued at L 75.805. The value of the articles manu factured from the wool is estimated to exceed L 250,000.

A largely attended meeting was held at Oamaru yesterday of stock breeders, to consider the advisability of establishing freezing works. Two propositions were discussed—one to establish a local Com pany, and the other that a branch of the Dunedin Company should be invited. It was decided to establish a local Com pany.

In the schoolroom at Wakanui last evening, another Gospel Temperance meeting was held, Mr Leadley in the chair. Addresses were delivered by the Chairman, Messrs Kilworth, Gavin and Scott from Ashburton. A number of Sankey’s hymns were also sung. The room was crowded, and at the close of a very successful meeting 33 signed the pledge and 40 donned the blue ribbon. The army at Wakanui now numbers about 65, and a temperance society is likely to be formed in the district. Three Maoris from Kaiwhaiki, ten miles up the Wanganui, were yesterday committed for trial at the Supreme Court on a charge of unlawfully wounding John Piercy. The «ffair arose out of an at tempt by Piercy to impound cattle be longing to one of the defendants which were trespassing on Piercy’s land at Kai whaiki. Piercy has had disputes with these natives for years past about the title to the land, they setting up a claim prior to the Crown grant to another hapu from whom Piercy leases It. All the de fendants were liberated on bail.

The Ashburton Hunt Club wound up their season yesterday with a very plea sant run at Chertsey. Messrs Mangham in addition to arranging a capital line of country entertained all those present at luncheon, their hospitality being tho roughly appreciated. An inquest was held to-day on the body of a child two years of age, the daughter of Mr William Byrne, of the Alford Forest road. Mr A. Moore was chosen foreman of the jury. The evidence showed that the little girl fell into a barrel which had been sunk into the earth for the reception of slops, etc , and being unable to extricate herself before assis tance came she was drowned. A ver dict of accidental death was returned, and the Coroner drew attention to the danger of having these barrels near the house uncovered.

Yesterday afternoon Dr Trevor intro duced his niece, Miss Pish, of Geraldine, to the Old Men’s Home, who very kindly played a selection of music to the inmates upon the new pianoforte. Those who have had the pleasure of listening to Miss Fish’s execution will appreciate the treat which was afforded to the old men. , The sum of L 26 6s 9d has up to this date been received or promised towards the Piano Fund, leaving a balance of L 7 10s 9d still to be provided. A performance of con juring and sleight of hand has been pro mised by a new resident in the town, due notice of which will be given. Our Rakaia correspondent writes : Yesterday evening the Oddfellows’ Hall was engaged for an entertainment to com mence at 7.30. A panorama of New Zea land with descriptive lecture by Mr Yillera Deßeere, and some 200 photo graphs from nature illuminated by the oxy-hydrogen light were to be displayed, and at the time of opening about 100 expectants wore waiting at the door. “ Waiting ” was all they got, for neither the lecturer nor any of his party put in an appearance. So much for placards in flaming letters posted round the township describing the grand entertainment to be given ! The following telegrams have passed between Bishop Moran and Mr Swanson, M. H.R., in reference to the re port of the Parliamentary proceedings on Tuesday :—The Bishop to Mr Swanson — *•' Papers report you said one of the cleri cal witnesses before the Joint Committee stated that the Catholics if in a majority would make no concession to Protestants. Is this correct 1 If so please state his name, and oblige.” MrSwmson to the Bishop—“ lam not responsible for what is in the papers. The evidence will be printed sojn and made public. Will for ward Hansard, so that you can see what was said in the House.”

The Wesleyan Church Temperance So ciety held their usual monthly meeting in the Church, Cameron street, last evening. There was a moderate attendance, and the Rev. C. H. Standage occupied the chair. After a few remarks from the Chairman a very interesting and instruc tive paper was read by Ur R. J. Murray on the life of J. B. Gough, the great temperance reformer. After passing a very hearty vote of thanks to Mr Mu ray for his paper, the Society proceeded to the election of the following officers for the ensuing year :—Rev. C. H. Standage, president; J. E. Buchanan, vice-presi dent ; B. Alcorn, treasurer ; and F. H. Steel, secretary. The past year’s report showed 105 members on the roll, and the Society to be in a flourishing condition. The meeting closed in the usual manner. At the meeting of the Wellington Meat Export Company yesterday, it was unani mously resolved that the amount of L 331 13s lid, which the directors recommended should be carried forward, be distributed pro rata among the shippers by the Lady Jocelyn. One of the shareholders re gretted nothing was mentioned in the re port respecting the export of dairy pro duce. He thought this branch would not only benefit farmers, but make success more assured than at present. The chair man replied that the Company had been in communication with the New Zealand Shipping Company, who said it would not pay to ship dairy produce unless they had a guarantee of 100 tons, as it would re quire a separate chamber from that in which the meat was stored. The motion was adopted. To-night the Fancy Dress Rink Tourna ment takes placeatthe TownHall,andfrom the number of tickets sold, it promises to be a success. The president and vice president have each given a prize. The prize for the champion rinker is a very handsome silver mounted claret jug, and has been on view in Messrs Friedlander Bros’, window to-day. There will be also prizes for the second best rinker, the best lady rinker, and the most characteristic lady’s dress there. The following is the pro gramme Polonaise, Rink Club handi cap, race; Quadrille, Ladies’ Handicap Race and Sir Roger. After this the mem bers will wind up with a dance, in which anyone on application to the Secretary m iy join in. The ordinary meeting of the Winslow School Committee was held in the school room on Saturday last, the following members being present Messrs 0. Mar tin (chairman), W. Harris, E. Lovett, and P. Grace After the minutes of the previous meeting had been confirmed, a letter was read from the Board of Educa tion, informing the Committee of the ap pointment of Mr F. Batson to the master ship of the school. The Board also stated that a grant of LlO would be allowed for planting trees around the school grounds. The Chairman was authorised to attend to the matter of tree planting. After accounts had been passed the Committee adjourned. No tidings have been received of the baroue Kilmeny, considerably overdue on her Voyage from Wellington to Newcastle. She is 118 days out to-day, having left Wellington on the sth May, and there is very little doubt that she has come to grief with all hands lost. The Kilmeny was a barque of 792 tons register, and the following are the names of the crew who left in her for Newcastle: —Captain Roger, W. McKenzie (mate), B. T. Shaw (second mate), G. Taylor, T. Roberts, J. Carson, K. Crawford, J. Meegan, J. Treemeroner, G. J. Sansen, P. Jacobsen, J. Tepple, L Holt, J. Gladstone, W. Hewit (A.B.’s), A. O. Osborne and G. G. Fisher (apprentices). It has been sug gested that the captain may have changed his mind and proceeded to an American port, but as against this supposition it may be mentioned that he was known to have business in Newcastle, and held a draft on the Bank at that place. The Oddfellows’ Hall was well filled last evening when the promised performance of the Marionettes was given. Con trasted with other entertainments of a similar kind previously given in the colony, this company is far behind. The first part consisted of a representation of Christy Minstrels, but the dolls were not worked particularly well, and they cer tainly did not move like human beings. There was a decided limpness about their nether limbs, and their arms were very stiff and the actions throughout ungainly Byron’s burlesque of Aladdin followed, and although some of the dialogue was tolerably well given, neither the songs nor the dances were successful. Taken alto gether the entertainment was disappoint ing, as the reports that reached us from the’ South led us to expect something above rather than below the average. The scenes were well painted and the transformation effective, but further praise than this cannot fairly be accorded.

A MISCARRIAGE OF JUSTICE.

[from our parliamentary correspon dent. ] Wellington, To-day. In the House of Representatives yes'er day afternoon Mr Macandrew, without notice, asked the Minister of Justice whether the Government proposed to pay any pecuniary solatium to Angelique Therasse, on account of her having suf fered wrongful imprisonment. Mr Oonolly replied that he must ask Mr Macandrew to give notice of this question in the usual manner. In connection with the same case, Mr Joyce asked the Government if it was true that Angelique Therasse had been released from custody, as stated in the papers. In doing so he alluded to the character of the evidence on which the woman in question had been convicted, and said that judging from the newspaper repor.s of the case, that evidence was such as would scarcely justify a magistrate in convicting her.

Mr Oonolly had no objection to answer Mr Joyce’s question, and it was a fact that the woman had been released from prison. She was liberated on Sunday afternoon, and the Way it came about was this :—When the matter was referred to in ihe House by Mr Hutchison on Friday, he (Mr Hutchison) knew nothing of this matter of his own knowledge. Subse quently he (Mr Oonolly) saw in that day’s Evening Post a letter purporting to be signed by MrFitzherbert, the solicitor who appeared in the Magistrate’s Court on her behalf He immediately wrote a private note to Mr Fiizherbart requesting that gentleman to see him as early as possible on the subject. Mr Fltzherbert called upon him the following morning (Satur day), and he then asked him why, instead of writing to the Evening Post, he did not write to the Department. Mr Fitzherbert replied, “ I did not like to come to you, because 1 know you are so busy.” He (Mr Oonolly) then asked, “ What is a Minister for except to be troubled ?” (Laughter.) It was then represented to him that ihe cloak whiohj the woman had been accused of stealing in Wellington had actually been purchased by her at Christchurch, together with two pieces of cloth, and the name of the shop in Christ church from which the cloak had been bought, as well as the name of the person who sold it her, were given. He at once telegraphed to' the shop mentioned to ascertain the truth of these statements An answer came back that no such trans action had taken place at the shop com municated with, but it might have taken place at a certain other shop in Christ church where a saleswoman was employed of the name that had been given. The shop referred to was then commun cated with by telegram, and the answer arrived just as he (the Minis ter) was on his way to church on Sunday morning. That answer fully confirmed th 3 statements made by Angelique Therasse, and as soon as church was over ho went up to the gaol and had her re leased, a formal free pardon being pre pared on the following morning. In conclusion, Mr Oonolly said that very considerable blame attached to Mr Fitz Herbert for not having come to him early and that gentleman was really responsible for the prisoner having been detained an hour longer than was necessary. Mr Joyce : How about the Magistrate ? (Hear. hear). Mr Conolly said he had requested Mr Fitzherbert to put into writing his version of what took place, in order that the Magistrate might be called upon if neces sary to furnish to the Government his report of the case. (Hear, hear). Mr Macandrev subsequently gave for mal notice of his intention to ask the Go vernment whether they proposed to pay any pecuniary solatium to Angelique Therasse for the wrong she had under gone.

SPORTING.

OAMARU JOCKEY CLUB. The following are the nominations for the Spring Meeting : Grand Stand Handicap— Mias King, Sou’-Wester, Water Nymph, Emir Bey, Trumpeter, Roseneath, Eugenie, Tur quoise, Jack, Taaman, Johnny Falconer, Taiaroa, Hyacinth, Violin, Molly Bawn, Theuge, Prospero, Digby Grand, Moka rakara, Redcliffe. Oamaru Spring Handicap —Barnaby, Sou’-Weater, Water Nymph, Emir Bey, Trumpeter, Roseneath, Eugenie, Tur quoise, Jack, Taiaroa, Taaman, Hyacinth, Violin, Theuge, Adamant, Digby Grand, Mokarakara.

Flying Handicap —Mias King, Barna by, Sou’- Wester, Water Nymph, Emir Bey, Trumpeter, Eugenie, Turqioise, Jack, J -hnny Falconer, Taiaroa, Hya cinth, Molly Bawn, Violin, Sunlight, Theuge, Mountain Lily, Digby Grand, Mokarakara, Redcliffe. Handicap Hurdle Rack •- Rocket, Karearea, Hercules, Lady Perdita, Mel bourne, Waverley, Rattler, Magician, Sunlight, Wild Boy, Milo, Canary.

COURSING.

ASHBURTON COURSING CLUB. The first day of the final meet of the local Coursing Club was favored with fine weather, and there was consequently a large attendance oi lovers of the sport. The ground chosen was on the property of Messrs Saul and Carter, near the race course, and hares were plentiful, though extremely wild. At one time “ puss ” was put up seven times before a satisfac tory course came off. Some of the runs were very exciting, and those present thoroughly fenjoyed themselves. Mr M. Healy acted as judge to the satisfaction of everyone concerned, and Mr Leitch occu pied his accustomed position as slipper. Time was wanting to decide the whole of the events, which were concluded to-day. The lollowing are the results : All-Aged Stakes ; winner, L 4 ; runner up, L2 IGs. Thirteen entries. First Round.

Mr McConnell’s Una beat Mr W. Zan der’s Luff

Mr Matter’s f|Pericles beat Mr Inder’s Black Charlie

Mr Kemp’s Taragon and Mr Tait’s Mark Twain ran a bye together Mr Corbett’s Ivanhoe beat Mr Mutter’s Rakaia Spring Mr Mutter’s Count Lallah beat Mr F. Hill’s Bluster Mr Mutter's Prince Charlie beat Mr Alexander's Gilliard. Second Round. Una beat Pericles Ivanhoe beat Mark Twain Count Lallah beat Taragon Prince Charlie ran a bye. Third Round. Una beat Count Lallah Ivanhoe beat Prince Charlie. Ivanhoe having withdrawn Una takes the stakes. Sapling Stakes ; winner, LI 10s ; run ner-up, 10s. Four entries. First Round. Mr Leitch’s Apprentice Boy beat Mr Tait’s Ivy Mr Mutter’s Lady Kilmarnock beat Mr F. Hill’s Wrekin. Final. Lady Kilmarnock beat Apprentice Boy.

PARLIAMENTARY.

LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL. Wednesday, August 29. BILLS. The Native Land Act Amendment Bill was received from the House and read a first time. The third reading of the Taiaroa Land Bill was carried on the voices. EDUCATION REPORT. A motion of the Hon Colonel Brett, that the evidence taken by the Education Committee be printed, was, after a long discussion, carried. ! SCHOOL COMMITTEES’ ELECTION BILL. This Bill was thrown out on a division by the casting vote of the Speaker. The Hon Mr Campbell voted against the Bill in error, but discovered his mistake too late. The Council adjourned from 5 to 7.30. EVENING SITTING. BILLS. The Westland High School Bill and the Corrupt Practices Prevention Bills were passed through Committee, the re trospective clause being struck out of the latter. The Land Act 1882 Amendment Bill was received from the House and read a first time. The Thermal Springs Act Amendment Bill, the Kailway Construction and Land Act Amendment Bill, and the Auckland Hospital Reserves Bill were read a second time. The Auckland Harbor Act Amendment Bill, the Land Transfer Act 1870 Amend ment Bill, the West Coast Settlement Reserves Act Amendment Bill, the Kawhia Township Sale Bill, the Volun teers Act Amendment Bill, the Licensing Act (No. 2) Bill, and the Charitable Gift Duties Exemption Bill were all read a third time. The Council rose at 10.30 p.m. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES. Wednesday, August 29. The House met at 2 30. QUESTIONS. Replying to questions, Ministers said: —That there was no occasion for Brog dens appearing to give evidence in sup port of their claims now under investiga tion, as the enquiry was a departmental one—That in future marine departmental reports of improvements effected for the protection of vessels in the ports of the colony would, if practicable, be issued in connection with the wreck chart.—That the bonus of LSOO for fifty tons of colonially manufactured cheese would be renewed, and the question of renewing the bonus for petroleum would be con sidered. —That most of the immigrants to be introduced at the Government ex pense were single women or nominated immigrants, who would not compete with unemployed artisans, etc., in the labor market.—That the Government did not think it advisable to open small contracts on railways so as to secure work for the unemployed, as these contracts might be taken up by others than the unemployed, and other provisions had been made fa men willing to work but who could not secure fwork, otherwise the Govern ment would only offer wages below the regular scale. That without Parliamentary sanction the vote for immigration could not be diverted si as to open public works and give work for the unemployed in Christchurch, but inquiries would be made to see what could be done in regard to those people, if any necessity existed. That the Agent- General had a right to make representa tion to the British Government as to this colony being in favor of the Deceased Wife’s Sister Bill.—That if, after inquiry, it was found advisable, a railway siding would be made between Rangitata and Orari. —The Government hoped the legis lation now before Parliament would give effect to the report of the Committee on the alleged evasion of the Land Act by refusing the licenses, and at a later date Parliament would be informed whether or not a Royal Commission would be ap pointed. That Southern members’ wives were entitled to free passages to and from Wellington at sessional time, the same as was conceded to Northern mem bers. —That the Government would favor ably consider the advisability of reducing railway fares on suburban lines, and i new tariff would be in force shortly. In quiries were now being made as to acquir ing the l<nd required to increase accom modation at Green Island railway siding, —That the propriety of holding an Exhf bition in London of Australian product! in 1885 was under consideration. Tha the coat of administering the Contagion Diseases Act in Auckland was borne b] raiepayers, and by the colony in Christ church. The Act was brought into opera tion at the latter place under the old pro ▼incial arrangements, and the expensi was very slight, whereas in Aucklanc separate accommodation had to be pro vided.—That the Government had n< intention of increasing the capitation fo: the country volunteer corps from LI t( L2, and they would not increase th< allowance of ammunition to cadet corps, —That whether an additional Ministei was appointed or not during the recess, arrangements would be made for placing the agricultural interest under specif ministerial supervision by the creation ol an Agricultural Department. FIRST READINGS. The following Bills were introduced and read a first time : —lnspection ol Machinery Extension (Mr Dick) ; Public Works Act, 1882, Amendment ; District Railwajs Act, 1878, Amendment ; Rail ways Improved Land (Mr Johnston): Crown and Native Lands Rating Act, 1882, Amendment, to amend the Property Assessment Act, 1879 ; The Industrial Societies (Major Atkinson). BILLS DISCHARGED. The Hon Major Atkinson moved “ That the following Bills be discharged from the Order Paper, which was agreed to :—Settled Lands, Auctioneers, Fish eries, Legislative Officers’ Salaries, Local Courts, Savings Bank, Fire and Marine Insurance Companies, River Board Bill, Municipal Corporations, Impounding ard Married Women’s Property. The Hon Major Atkinson said to morrow or next day he would formally announce the other Bills he proposed to drop, MISCELLANEOUS BILLS. The following Bills were read a second time and ordered for immediate commit tal :—Otago Harbor Board, Town Dis tricts Amendment, Law Practitioners Act Amendment, Destitute Persons Act Amendment, Otago Dock, Road Boards Act Amendment. Interrupted by the 5.30 adjournment. EVENING SITTING. The House resumed at 7.30. NATIVE RESERVES BILL. The motion for the committal of the Native Reserves Bill was carried. BANKRUPTCY SILL. The amendments made by the Legisla tive Council in the Bankruptcy Bill were considered in Committee. The amendments made in clauses 30, 41, 44, 231, 232, were disagreed to. The other amendments were agreed to, OTAGO HARBOR BOARD BILL. This Bill was considered in Committee, and afier amendments had been made, was reported. I VARIOUS BILLS, The following Bills were passed through Committee, with slight amendments : Town District Amendment, Law Practi tioners Act 1882 Amendment Bill. Clause 2, subsection 2, altesing date of elections frota May to June, was struck out on a division of 21 to 37. The first

r 4 week in May was inserted. Several other amendments were made, and the Bill re* ported. On the Native Reserves Bill in Com mittee a clause desired by Mr Taiaroa, exempting native owners from paying compensation for improvements, was ad led, and the remainder, of the Bill was agreed to. In Committee on the Wanganui Bridge Bill, Mr Watt moved to reduce the annual contribution to be paid by the Borough Council from L 230 t • LIOO a year. Lost on a division by 25 to 7. Mr \vatt then moved to reduce the time for which it 'was payable from 21 years to 7 years. Lost on the voices, and the Bill was re ported with slight amendments, read a third time and passed; as were also the Town Districts Amendment Bill, Law Practitioners Act Amendment Bill, Desti tute Persona Relief Act Amendment Bill, and Native Reserves Bill. BANKRUPTCY BILL. Messrs Conolly, Peacock and DeLau tour were appointed to draw up reasons disagreeing to the Bankruptcy amend ments. The House rose at 2.25.

IN THE LOBBY.

[from our parliamentary correspon dent. ] Wellington, To-day. An important change is proposed in the honorarium to the Legislative Councillors. They have hitherto received the same amount as the members of the Lower House, namely, 200 guineas The General Assembly Members Expenses Bill, which has just been printed, proposes to fix the honorarium at 100 guineas for members residing beyond 10 miles from the Parlia ment Buildings, while those residing with in this area are to receive nothing. Mr Pharazyn’s recent proposal in this direc tion will have served as a Stormy Petrel to indicate the coming change in that Chamber. . He will at any rate be relieved of a salary which has troubled his con science. There is not the remotest proba bility that the Lower House in its present temper will alter this Bill in the direction of increasing the amount to be paid to Legislative Councillors. Of course the Upper House has no control over this as a money Bill. The honorarium to mem bers of the Lower House is put in the Bill at 200 guineas, 'and no exception is made as to the distance. All members are to be allowed their travelling expenses to and from Wellington.

A NEW INDUSTRY.

[by telegraph.] Wellington, To-day. Mr J. 0. Crawford, fomerly R. M. here, writes from London to the Colonial Secre* tary respecting the establishment of what promises to be an important colonial in dustry. He state ha saw a merchant in Loudon who was connected with the con struction of granite works in Bombay, who said that for making cement for the works they had to import large quanti ties of pumice from Aden, and pumice cement was the strongest made for works under water. Mr Crawford continued:— “ Pumice should prove to be a valuable element in making cement. The North Island of New Zealand has an inexhaustible quantity. ” He referred the subject to Dr Faya, 0. E., an authority on the matter of cement, and the latter suggests that samples of pumice as it is usually obtained, lime stone samples and samples of estuary mud be sent to him for experiment. Mr Crawford states that a great supply of pumice is found in the Wanganui river and in the East Coast rivers in Hawke's Bay ; also in the Waikato river, and pro bably in the Thames. In the Wanganui the pumice floats down the river, and a cargo could easily be secured. The North Island, ho asserts, has a monopoly of the article. The chief item of the coat in pro ducing the cement would be fuel, and the fuel should be coke. Dr Faya was willing to report on ■ the adaptability of the samples which may be sent him, his fee being 15 guineas in addition jto the ex* penses of analysis, from 2 to -3 guineas.

CABLE NEWS.

LATEST FROM EUROPE.

[rECTER’s TELEO K AMS —COPYRIGHT.] The Mails. London, August 28. The homeward Suez mails, dated Melbourne, July 17, were delivered here to-day. Monetary and Commercial. ConiiOls remain at iooJ-Ij. New Zea land securities are quoted to-day as follows: —Five per cent 10-40 Loan, 106 y 2 ) Five per cent 1889 Loan, 106 ; Four and a-half per cent 1879- 1904 Loan, ioos£; Four per cent inscribed stock, 100 The wheat market is unchanged. Adelaide, ex store, 475; New Zealand do, 44s to 46 s; Adelaide flour, ex warehouse, 335; Australian tallow, best beef 40s 6d, best mutton 41s 6d. The Wool Sales. At the wool sales to-day, 10,800 bales were offered. These is no material change in the prices offered. The market is, if anything weaker. A Threatened Revolution. Paris, August 28. An attempt has been made to incite the populace of this city against the Republic, and placards urging the claims of the Comte de Paris, head of the House of Orleans, and grandson of the late King Louis Phillippe, to the throne of France, under the title of Louis Phillippe 11., has been posted in several places in the city. The New Admiral- Admiral Galber sailed to-day to re lieve Admiral Pierre as commander of the French operations in Madagascar. Crisis in Spain. Madrid, Aug. 28. A serious political crisis occurred here owing to the difference between King Alfonso and his Ministers, the latter having objected to his Majesty leaving the kingdom on a proposed visit to the German empire. No decision has yet been come to in the matter. Retribution. Cairo, August 28. Thirteen prisoners, who were tried and found guilty of complicity in the massacre at Alexandria in July last year, were hanged to-day. Carey’s Murderer. Capetown, August 28. O’Donnel, who shot James Carey at Port Elizabeth last month, sailed to-day for England, where his trial will take place. [Received Aug. 30, 2.10 T- m *] The French in Tonquin. Paris, August 29. The intelligence recently to hand that the King of Anam had submitted' to the French commander, and_ that terms for the cessation of hostilities have been agreed upon is now officially confirmed. The Effect of the Earthquake. Batavia, August 29. The tidal wave experienced at Augil on the coast of this island has caused * the complete destruction of the place

THE ASHBURTON GUARDIAN, THURSDAY, AUGUST 30, 1883.



Publication. IN THE PRESS, AND WILL SHORTLY BE PUBLISHED, “OUR DOMESTIC BIRDS.” BY ALFRED SAUNDERS. This Book, written by an old New Zea land coloni't, will be found to contain the most modern and complete information upon the Breeding, Rearing and Manage ment of every description of Domestic Poultry; suggestions for the improve ment of Poultry Shows ; all that is known about the principles to be observed in the mating of Breeding Stock; and some well defined rules for selecting, with certainty, the most economical and beneficial de scription of food for any animal, from a baby to a mouse. It will show the best sort of fowls to keep, and the rules for selecting them ; and, whilst condemning the cruelty and mischief of many common practices, it will point out how to keep poultry with certain profit, in brilliant health, and producing abundance of eggs at every season of the year. 8 240 Relief from cough in five MINUTES. Bonnington’s Peo : COBAL OXYMEL OF CARRAGEEN OR IRISH Moss (Registered).—The most certain and speedy remedy for disorders of the Chest end Lungs. May be obtained at most of the Storekeepers and Chemists throughout the Province. Sold everywhere.— George Bonninoton, Christchurch. THE NEW ZEALAND Clothing Factory HAVE spared no effort to place before the public a MOST COMPLETE ASSORTMENT OF NEW WINTER MANUFACTURES Comprising all the latest styles in MEN’S & BOY’S CLOTHING Manufactured from the best qualities and newest Designs in COLONIAL, SCOTCH, BRITISH, AND CONTINENTAL TWEEDS. The large and increased trade has en abled the Proprietary to offer their eas terners still further advantages than hitherto, and THIS SEASON'S GOODS, upon inspection, will be found CHEAPER THAN EVER. A SINGLE GARMENT AT WHOLESALE PRICE. SHIRTS, HATS, HOSIERY, and every requisite at Wholesale Prices. Nineteen Branches now open in New Zealand. Agents for the Unrivalled WBRTHEIM SEWING MACHINES Ashburton Branch : EAST STREET. T LET ON FOR A TERM OF YEARS, OR LEASE FOR TWO CROPS, 11 Acres of Land near Hinds, in yAOU one or more lots. The Land is fenced and subdivided, and' r«ll supplied with water. Aooly, Office of this Paper. 936



Wanted WANTED- A Private SITTING and BEDROOM, for two Ladies, with or without Beard. Apply, stating terms, to X. X., Office of this Paper. 8 436 ANTED—A good General SER VANT. Apply at once, Office of this Paper. 8 425 WANTED TO TET, SHOP with Dwelling, East street; rent 12s 6d. Apply to S. E. Poyntz. 8 405 WANTED— To BUY 25 Ashburton Saleyards Company SHARES. Apply to Matson, Cox and Co. 8 380 T'IXANTED TO LET Three two- W roomed COTTAGES ; also, Two five-roomed Cottages ; low renal. Apply, S. E. Poyntz, Barnett street. 8 422 WANTED KNOWN —Two Ladies would find a comfortable resi dence, with use of piano.—Mrs G. H. Thompson. Tancred street, near Arcade. 1443 VT7"aNTED KNOWN— That Robert VV Elston, Burnett street, Ashbur ton, having procured the newest appara tus, is prepared t« Sweep Chimneys at very low rates. Any orders left at the Town Hall will receive prompt attention. Terms cash. 760 c WANTED Known Startling an nouncement. Great bargains for a short time. The stock belonging to the Little Dust-pan having been purchased at less than half price by me, I invite the public to inspect the goods and secure genuine bargains. No sham ; must be sold; and as I am willing to give a chance to pai ticipate in the advantage received by me, an early call is invited to John Meeoh’s Cheap Furniture Mart, Burnett street. Roll up at once and secure bar gains.— John Mbech. 8 287 WANTED KNOWN—That Mr Dan Lea’s Gymnasium is the only place for real amusement; admittance free. Every kind of amusement to be ob tained on the premises calculated to please the general public—American Bowls, skittles, Shooting, Boxing, Fencing, Horizontal Bar, Trapeze, etc. Temper ance Drinss, Cigars, etc. Tickets— monthly 2s 6d, for use of Horizontal Bar, Trapeze, Single-sticks, Dumb-bells, Indian Clubs, etc. Dan Lea is always at his post to give les.ons in Boxing, lessons £1 per month, or according to arrangement. 1344 WANTED Known—That in conse quence of the rapid increase of business, John Bootmaker, has been compelled to get a large stock of Boots of a superior quality in the town in order to meets the demands of his customers, and those who may pur chase from him will find no deception as to price or quality. As J. M. has gained the public trust in the past by doing best work and fit, combined with neatness and style, he intends even to make greater exertions in the future. Fowler’s Build ings, Tancred street (opposite Arcade), Ashburton. 7 207



Special Advertisements. NDR EW E S BROS. Are now selling everything at a GREAT SACRIFICE, For Cash. 77 REAT OLE ARING SALE. FOR ONE MONTH ONLY, Commencing Saturday, August 18th. STATIONER!, FANCY GOODS, TOYS, Etc. A GREAT. REDUCTION IN THE PRICES OF ALL OUR GOODS. An Inspection Solicited. Andrewes Bros., BOOKSELLERS, STATIONERS, &c., East street South Ashburton. nls O R SALE. Seed. Seed SEED WHEAT—Hunter’s White. Prime Tuscan. SEED OATS—Canadian. Tartarian, first-class. Danish. KAIAPOI ISLAND POTATOES. CRUSHED OATS, First-class, Is. lOd. per bushel. JOSEPH CLARK, 265 Ashburton and Tinwald. FOR SALE AT SEAFIELD, ON EASY TERMS OP PAYMENT BEING RURAL SECTION No. 25234, Containing 800 ACRES 300 Lately in the occupation of Mr H. Beckett The land is of good quality, and well watered by one of the County water races. Also, A VERY COMPLETE Threshing Plant, By Eansotne—almost equal to new. Apply, THE NEW ZEALAND GRAIN AGENCY AND MERCAN TILE COMPANY, LIMITED. Wsc. HORNE, 12 an Agent,



Special Advertisements. INTRODUCTION OF THE PARCEL SYSTEM. Fashion House, Cashel street, Christchurch. Great success has been achieved in the Old Country by the introduction of the “Numbered Parcel System,” for the supply ard purchase of useful household drapery, thousands of parcels being for warded to the order of distant customers upon the distinct understanding that any article not proving satisfactory to the pur chaser, the money in all cases to be re turned. This system is now being intro duced by E. C. Brown & Co., FASHION HOUSE, Christchurch. The splendid stock of General Drapery in all departments has been purchased by E. 0. Brown and Co., from the Trustees in the Estate of the late firm of Craig and Smyth, at -a very large discount off cost for cash. Thus articles sold under c°st price leave a good margin of profit for the vendor, while giving unsurpassed value to the purchaser. In all parcels we stake our reputation on the values, and, as suggested above, re turn the money in all cases where tne article is not satisfactory. Our No. 1,20 s Dress Parcel, contains — Worth ’ & s. d. 1 dress piece (12 yds) any shade, French costume cloth ... 0 18 6 l£ good velveteen to match dress 0 5 6 3 yds silesia, for linings ... 0 1 10 2 doz new oxydised buttons, to match ... ... ... ... 0 16 1 pair warm lined fur-top spring cuff gloves ... ... ... 02 6 £ 1 9 10 Our',No. 2,30 s household parcel, contains — Worth 1 pair good medium size blan kets 10 0 1 good honeycomb quilt 0 12 6 8 yds good wincey 0 5 0 1 pair good strong corsets, any size ... ... ... ... 0 5 0 £2 2 6 Our No. 3, dress parcel for £2, contains — Worth 1 dress piece (10 yds) celebrated hmpress black velveteen ... 1 7 6 3 yds good silesia for lining ... 0 2 0 2 doz new style oxydised buttons 0 16 1 handsome striped winter skirt 0 9 6 1 durable silk umbrella, paragon frame 0 8 0 1 choice silk chenille scarf ... 0 3 11 £2 12 5 Our No. 4, Ladies’ parcel for £2, contains— Worth 1 dress piece (12 yds) French check costume cloth ... ... 1 1 0 3 yds silesia lining for same ...0 2 0 2 doz choice buttons, to match dress ... ... ... ...0 1 6 1 good warm Ladies’ tweed ulster 0 17 6 1 black quilted alpaca skirt ... 010 0 1 white or colored wool wrap ... 0 5 6 1 pair lisle lined fur-top spring cuff gloves 0 2 0 £2 19 6 Our No. 5, household parcel for £2 10s, contains — Worth 1 pair large size good witney blankets 1 10 6 1 nice large size good honeycomb quilt 0 14 6 1 pair good heavy white sheets 0 9 6 6 good value honeycomb towels 0 4 0 6 yds heavy Welsh flannel ... 0 8 0 £3 6 6 Our No. 6, family parcel for £3, contains — Usual price 12 yds super Roslyn flannel (pure wool) ... ... ... ... 018 0 24 yds splendid white calico, heavy make 0 13 0 24 yds good strong brown or grey wincey ... ... ... ... 0 14 0 6 yds tartan plaid 0 6 6 6 yds good brown liolland ... 0 4 6 12 yds hemp carpet, dark stripe 0 7 0 6 pair Girls’ or Women’s warm winter hose ... ... ... 0 7 6 4 large unbleached Turkish towels ... 0 4 9 £3 15 3 Our No. 7, mourning parcel for £2 10a, contains— Worth 10 yds good black French cash mere 1 6 2 yds 4x4 celebrated rainproof crape 0 9 6 1 good black alpaca or sateen skirt ... ... ... ... 014 6 2 pairs Ladies’ black hose ... 0 3 0 1 pair L .dies’ two-button choice black kid gloves 0 4 6 £ doz Ladies’ cambric handker chiefs, in fancy box 0 5 6 £2 19 6 Our No. 8, furnishing parcel for £lO, contains — Worth 20 yds nice pattern good tapestry carpet 3 5 0 1 nice pattern hearthrug, to match 0 16 6 1 pair handsome lace curtains ... 0 14 6 1 pair medium lace curtains ... 010 0 2 pair full size good white sheets 0 18 6 1 pair full size good witney blan kets ... ... ... ... 1 10 0 1 pair medium good witney blan kets ... 10 0 1 full size white honeycomb or toilet quilt 0 14 0 1 choice pattern wool tablecover 0 15 6 2 white Turkish bath towels ...0 3 0 6 white or unbleached honey comb towels ... ... ... 0 4. 6 2 white antimacassars 0 2 0 2 white toilet covers 0 4 0 6 yds linen check glass cloth ...0 6 0 1 superior white linen tablecloth 0 11 6 £ll 15 0 Our No. 1, wedding parcel for £4, contains— Worth 1 dress (12 yds) pretty shade in cashmere ... ... ... 1 17 6 2 yds pretty shade in satin, to match 013 6 1 dress (12 yds) good costume cloth 1 1 0 2 yds rich colored velveteen, to match ... ... ... ... 0 7 0 6 yds good silesia ... ... 0 6 0 3 doz buttons, to match dresses 0 2 0 8 yds braid, to match dresses ... 0 0 8 1 pair two-button first choice tinted or white kid gloves ... 0 5 0 6 Ladies’ linen collars 0 3 0 6 Ladies’ linen handkerchiefs ... 0 5 6 3 pairs Ladies’ nice hose 0 4 6 £5 5 8 Our No. 2, wedding parcel for £lO, contains — A very complete trousseau. Our No. 9, Ladies’ (half-price) parcel for L 5, contains — Usual price 1 Ladies’ handsome mantle ... 217 6 1 Ladies’ beautiful real sable muff and collarette ... ... ... 4 10 0 1 Ladies’ quilted satin skirt ... 1 0 0 1 fashionable tweed ulster, in leading shades 1 10 0 £9 17 6 A problem whereby Ladies may stay at home and order their drapery in perfect confidence. Just try one parcel and see what you will save. Remember—Cash returned at once for any article returned in good condition. Samples post free on application to any part of New Zealand. In ordering any of these parcels, it is sufficient to quote number and name of parcel only. 8.0.0. made payable to E O. BROWN & CO., fashion House, Christchurch, 1382



Special Advertisements. Fine Gold. ,W A AAA SHKBP to be Slaughtered to ‘3Ujvy\/U Me(a)t the Times. —Wanted the public to know you can save 100 per :ent. by dealing at the Ready-Money Meat Mart, Bullock’s Arcade. Meat delivered to any part of the town when purchased. 8 211



-J-P YOU WANT' GOOD AND STRONG FURNITURE, CHEAP FURNITURE AND RED DING MANUFACTORY, EAST STREET SOUTH, ASHBURTON. article Sold at Christchurch Prices and bea. of -material and workmanship. TO DAVIS’S



FUNERALS CHEAPLY & COMPLETELY FITKNTSHED



We are requested to draw attention to the important sale which takes place at Dundas to morrow. Messrs Wilkin and —o., in con junction with viessrs Friedlander Bros., are the auctioneers, and the notification appears in another column.



The best periodical for ladies to take monthly and from which they will receive the greatest benefit is Hop Bitters. Read.— [Advt.] 10 Mother a wan’s worm Syrut. —lnfallible, tasteless, harmless, cathartic ; for feverishness, restlessness, worms, constipation, is. Moses, Mloss and Co., Sydney, General Agents. 3