Alleged Rape.

Before Messrs R. Alcorn and D Thtmas, J.P.'s, this morning, luchaiv Harrison was charged, on the informatioi of Helena Warne, with having committee a rapt upon the person of the informant, on the 18th April last. —Mr Purnell ap' peared for accused, and Sergeant-Majoi Macdonald, of Christchareh, conducted the prosecution. Sergeant-Major Macdonald asked the evidence in the case be heard with dosed doors. Mr Pnrnell, while averse always tci having evidence of the nature likely to be ?iven in such eases as the present heard m public, objected, in justice to the accused, to the request just made by the Sergeant-Major. The Bench decided not to close the doors, but ordered all children and young persons out of Court. Helena Warne, the complainant, said she was a domestic servant, and in No vember last was in the employ of Mr Win. Harrison, Dorie. On the 17th of April last, went to a dance at Rakaia, in the company of Richard Harrison and Edward Harrison. They went in a trap. After the dance all three came home. Knew Richard Harrison before the 17tl), he haring been jourting witness. On re turning to her employer's house on the morning of the 18th, witness stopped at the gate at the request of Richard Harrison, who told Edward to drive on and he would follow on foot. Stopped at the gate about ten minutes talking to Richard. This would be about half-past four in the morning. The gate would be about three chains from William Harri son's house. Richard Harrison asked witness to sit down. She declined and he forcibly set her down. (Witness here described the assault.) After accused had committed the alleged offence upon her, witness went to William Harrison's house. Accused told her not to tell his brother, but to give notice, and he would take witaess home, and tell her father about his intention of marrying her. Began her ordinary work when she got into the house, having been admitted by Mr William Harrison. Saw Mrs Harri son when she got up, but did not make any complaint to her. Next day was Sunday and Richard Hanison came to see her. He said witness looked very dull, and said that from her appearance Mr and Mrs? William Hanison would sus pect something was wrong. He asked her for God's sake not to let them know. Witness said she would tell them. He urged her not to tell them, as he meant to take her home that week. He then wished her "good evening" and went away. Mrs Harrissn asked her why she •was so cool with Richard, and did not go to the door with him. On the Monday following she told Mrs Harrison all that had happened. In witness's presence Richard Harrison told Mrs Harrison that he would take her home and marry her. Mrs Harrison asked whether he or Mr William Harrison would drive witness home, and he replied that he would. Saw Richard Harrison a.qain on Wednesday niggt when he said she had better go home on Saturday and get Mr William Harrison to drive her to Rakaia station, and he would meet her in Ash burton on the arrival of the express and take her home. This arrangement was carried out and Richard met her at Ash burton Btation and went home with her. He told her mother of his intention of marrying witness. (Article of female underclothing, verymuch torn, produced.) Wore that garment on the night of the ball. It was torn by Richard Harrison. Since the assault, had told him that she thought she was pregnant. When he brought her home he said to her mother —" Well, Mrs Warne, I hfive brought Nelly home, and want her to stay at home until I marry her." By Mr Purnell—Previous to April 17, had known Harrison seven months, dur ing the whole of which time she had been on perfectly friendly terms %vitli him. Up to the time of laying the information they had been on friendly teims. • After she left the ball, Edward Harrison found her at Miller's stables in Richard's company. Was not in the stable but by the trap. Had just come over from the ball, and Edward Harrison did not have to call out for them. Described the locality of the alleged offence. Believed Milne and another man were sleeping in a whare between the gate and the house that night, and in the house Mr and Mrs Harrison and three children were sleeping. The assault was committed just inside the big gate on the main road. Struggled violently for about ten minutes, and tried to scream but he had his harit} over her mouth. Tried to bite his hand. Daring those ten minutes was not able to give one single Kcream because ho had his hand over her mouth. After the assault walked up to the house past the whare, crying all the way, Stood at the small gate for about five minutes, during which time Charlie Milne passed the gate, at a couple of yards' distance from them. He said "good morning." Was quite sure she and Harrison did not stay theie talking after Milne passed, Mrs Harrison was asleep when witness went into the house, otherwise there was nothing to prevent witness complaining to her. In the morning told Mrs Harri son she had nofc enjoyed the ball much. Did not inform the police, or see a doctor. Was friendjy wi*h accused up to the Thursday, on the understanding that he would marry her, but on that day way not friendly, Accused afterwards came to her sister's house whei e she was staying and they were all comfortable together. She did not then intend to lay an informaHon against him—on the condition that he was going to marry her. Afterwards Reused had boen at this horn?, alone with her for about an hour. Was not afraid to trust herself alone with him. He had also visited her elsewhere, and had seen him frequently. Had not had intercourse with accused before the assault, but had afterwards. It~wj«_jQQt with her consent but because accused had £6liTlier"fr©--Tra>>n preparing a home for him to marry her. Accused afterwards went to the West Coast. Lodged the information against him in order to bring him back. Had never made a similar charge against any other man. Did not know that her father had told accused that a money payment wou|d qet% it- Mrs William Harrison saw the infor mant the morning after the dance ; she appeared to be in her usual spirits. Ac cused came there on Sunday and saw complainant. Saw very little of fhem together, ans did not notice anything un usual in their behaviour to each other". On Monday witness a?ked informant what •was the matter with her. She made a complaint and showed certain under clothing that was tern. Did not examine closely, but did not think so much as that produced, Never heard accused promise to marry informant, or ask her to hush the matter up. By Mr Purnell.—Whea informant came home from the dance she came to witness' bedroom, and spoke about the dance, say ing she had enjoyed the dance very much. Her dress did not strike witness as b i g disarranged more than ordinary, and she betrayed'nq Bi«n_s of having b.een engaged jn a Violent struggle. Saw her next morn ing at breakfast, there was nothing then unusual in her manner. Could not say when the torn garments were shown to her, but it was either Wednesday or Thursday. Could not say whether the stains on the garments had uri&en from natural cau.us "or otherwise. Warne, complainant's fVhei 1, ca,tne to her spun time alter—witness husband not bein£ at !<home—and said if Mr Richard Har fison would make some provision £°! Helena he* wxiiild nofc press the cast criminally/'but if be dia not he woulc Jay a charge,

By Sergeant-Major Micdonald -Did not intend keeping the girl after the occurrence, and told her that her proper course was-to go and tell her father. To the Bench—Spoke to complainant for about ten minutes immediately after } she returned from the dance, but did not observe that she had been crying. William Harrison, husband of the pre vious witness, said he drove complainant to R»k»iia when she left his employ, blie made no complaint to him. By Mr Pumell—The big gate was all of ei"ht chains from the house, and the whare" foui and a half frcru the gate. Hero waa a workman sleeping m the whare the night of the ball. There was another whare' about five and a half or six chains from the gate. In this whare there were, he thought, two. ploughmen sleeping the night af the,>«"- The "road to the house led- «P be tween the two whin** The morning after the ball a quiet morning and there was nothing to prevent a trap being driven up to the very door of the house Observed nothing unusual about Miss Warne when she came home, and she was quite chatty, and certainly did not present fclie appearance oi a young woman who, a few moments before, had been engaged m a violent struggle with a man who had ravished her. Her conversation with Mrs Harrison was woman's talk about who was at the dance. Complainant was about ten minutes hi the bedroom talking to Mrs Harrison, who was not asleep. Told the girl either to go to bed or go and get j the men's breakfast—not caring to h<?ar about the dance. The day before the , information was laid, saw Warne at Bakaia, who told him he did not want to : press this case, but if he got a little money to put her over her trouble that would do. By Sergeant-Major Macdonald—On the Monday night after the dance, went to his brother Richard and asked what arrangements he meant to make about j the girl. By Mr Furnell—At that time did not understand there had been any rape, bufc only a matter of seduction. By Sergeant Major Macdonald—lt was on Monday evening, from what his wife told him, that witness went to see his brothe".

Charles Parker Milne, m the employ of William Harrison, knew the parties concerned m the ease. Early m the morning of April 18, saw Richard Harri son and Miss Wirne standing at the garden gate. They looked like a couple courting. He was on his way to let the horses out to be fed. After doing that job he went back to bed. Would not have noticed the couple if the girl had not spoken to him. By Mr Purnoll—She did not look as if she had been ill-used, but as a girl who was simply saying good-bye to her sweet heart. She seemed jolly enough at break fast. Witness slept m the whare on wheels, which was only two chains away from where witness saw them ; tancling.

This was the case for the prosecution. Mr Purnell, for the defence, pointed out that m the minds of most of those concerned there was a confusion of ideas m regard to the simple question of illicit intercourse, and the serious crime of rape. Ec dwelh on the facts that no medical evidence had b«en adduced m the case, upon the long time that had elapsed be tween the alleged commission of the j offence and fclie laying of the information, j upon the time that elapsed between the alleged offence and her first complaint about it, the offer made to hush the case up if money woi-o given by the accused, the admission by ; the girl that she had permitted intercourse | with her by accused after the offence, that friendly relations had not ceased between the two, that her evidence had been contradicted m many material points, m fact, that the whole thing was , a matte? of money, and that the young man was not arrested on the charge, but j;ave himsalf up to meet it as soon as lie heaid of it. The young rnn.n was on his way to the North Island, to take up some Government laud, and this charge was only laid when the parties saw there was no chance of getting any money out of him. She had said to the accused, a fortnight before she laid the information, that she was m the family way, but no medical evidence of her condition was produced. The bench retired to consider their decision m the case ; and on their return, Mr Alcorn reviewed the evidence, which he said was not sufficient to warrant the case being sent to the, Supreme Court, and the charge would be dismissed. Loud applause m Court followed the decision, but it was immediately sup pressed.

SPORTING.

THE NEW ZEALAND CUP. [PER PKESS ASSOCIATION, j Chkistchuech, Jun« 30. The following weights have been declared for the Njgw Zealand Cup, of 1000 soys ; 2 miles.

Keatino's Cocoh iOZKnoes cares Cough Asthma, Bronchitis. Medical t-stimon states that no other medicine is so effectual m the cure of these clangorous maladies One Lozenge alone gives ease, one or two at bedtime ensuaes rest. For relieving difficulty of breathing they aie invaluable. They con tain no opium nor any violent drug. Sold by all Chemises,, m tins, Is l J a d and 2s 9d each Tjik Bkst Remedy fov. Indigestion— Norton's Camomile Pills are confiilenty. recommended as a simple remedy for Indigestion, which is the cause of nearly all the diseases to whicn we arc subjects Norton's Pills, with justice called the 'Natural Strengthener of the Human Stomach," act as a powerful tonic and gentle periept, arc mild m their operation, qiul ui'c under any circumstances. Solii 'w bottles, at "Is V|d, 2s 9d, \]a, Hyall medicine enddrs throughout the wo. Id* True economy. To purchase Counters Tea for two shillings. Free from any txj ceea of Hstriugency,

THE MARKETS.

: (PER PKESS ASSOCIATION. London, .Tune 29. Wheat has declined Is per quarter. At the wool sales prices were firmly maintained, and there is no change to report

Victorian Finances.

(jt'KOM OUR CORRE WPONDKNT.) Mkijiournjf, June 22 All of a sudden the Federation issue ha* receded into comparative iiaignifionaci beside the pressing question as to liow the j Governip»nt are k° keep the ball a rolling. Mr Muhro has an absolute deficiency to -meet which, no matter how the figures may be manipulated, is not much short of a million in reality. Half of this in round figures is due to the extravagance of the Railway Department, which really acts as if it were anxious to embroil itself with the country and try a fall with the Legis lature. The other half is due to a real and unmistikeable diminution of revenue. The position can only be met in one of two ways, either by retrenchment or by new taxation. The former of course is the right method but it will nob be taken. The row in the departments would be too great for the ministry to face. If fcr in stance, the Government were to do as some of the banks did some years ago and re duce all salaries over £200 per annum by ten per cent, the ministers would be booted in their own offices. So new taxation is inevitable and you may wish Mr Munro joy of his job. The brewers, the distillers, the im porters of spirits and perfumes, and the* stock brokers may quake for they will be the earliest victim?. Three pence per gallon on beer, 2s more per gallon on spirits and £50 each annually on stockbrokers licenses will provide half the money. Ths | other half can only be managed by abandoning all works which threaten to produce a deficit. These will go in one lump under the generic plea of "cannot afford them " and then comes the. part which will most affright the country, the Railway expenses are to be cut down i y a\ general slackening of trains which wilr reduce the cost of the service, by an in crease of fares and freights on those lines which dc not . pay, and by a cutting down of the service in all directions.

At theJPrimitive Methodist Band of Hope on Tuesday night a magic lantern entertain ment was given by Mr J. Price, of Mount Somers. There were views of noted English buildings and of many uiiscrocopic subjects. Mr Price recited the famous poem "The trial of Sir Jasper," and illustrated it by twenty-five views. By the aid of the aphengescopc a number of portraits of local persons were exhibited ; that of the Eev L. M. Isitt was warmly reeeive'l. There was an attendance of about 150.

The "New Zealand Referee" has been purchased by the " Ohristclnirch Press" Newspaper Company, and will be. incorpo rated with the " Weekly Press."

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MR T BULLOCK CHEAP PROPERTIES. £200.—Dwelling-house of five rooms, i together with two sections, Cox street. , £115. — Three-roomed Cottage and |-acre section, Grey street. £135.— Five-roomed House m Cox street, with J-acre hection and shed. FOR SALE.—Eight acres very desir able Suburban Property fronting the Domain. Should prove a very good investment. Apply to T. BULLOCK. £800, £300.—Two special sums to at 6 per cent on first-class security. Apply to T. BULLOCK MONEY JX) LEND. Tlj-ONEY to Lend at LOW RATES OF INTEREST, on Mortgage of FREE HOLD PROPERTY, m sums of £100-TOJBSOOO ?or further particulars apply to the Postmaster, Ashburton, or to J. C. PRUDHOE, / District Agent. Government Insurance Office. Christchj^'ch. anltßew"orr / . . . V j* WILL HOLD Hiaf"! / Iff ii ¥\* i § OF/ f/ DRAPERfiyXV CLOTHINGyX^ 1^ Fon\O\E MpJITH, f/f ■ . ''&' if ICOJKMENCIXG Satumay, June ml/ j The Greatl|tjairgaii^ E\^|£^E£»Ru ASH B^ R"f ON . i\^ JUST PURCHASED, i. WAREHOUSEMAN'S STOCK of FBENCH CASHMEEES AKl> MBBIISOS, At less that HALF PRICE. Will be ottered during the Sale at MS MOgCl, FORMER I'RIOB SIS O(fl[ Andrew Orr.



Branch Office—Eaht Stkekt, ABHBVBIOI (Near H. Banker's.) 6 157 THE MERCANTILE FINANCE AND AGENCY COMPANY (Limited OF CHRISTCHURCH. Incorporated under the Provisions of the Companies Acfc, 1882, EftGISTERBn Ol'WOK— MORTEN'S BUILDINGS, CHRISTCHURCH. THJS Company is prepared to advance money on Freehold Property, m Larp;e or Simll Sums, at Current Bates of Interest; also, upon fclie Security of Bi Is of Sale, Mortgages <>i Stock, Wool and Agricultural Liens, and Personal Property generally. For further particulars, apply to T..G. RUSSELL, Solicitor, Chr^tchurch x Or to the Branch Qftiee of the Company, ASHBURION,



PuWic Notices SPLENDID EATING POTATOE fIIHREE SHILLINGS a Bag oc 30s I ton, delivered. 6 87 D. THOMAS. /llHrc Tender of Mr D. Lynch f' I fencing contract is accepted. DENIS MCKENDR^ 7^2 Lauriston. TENDERS. f pENDERS wanted at once for Stubbk I and Grubbing gorse on the Laglmu Estate. For particulars apply DONALD McLEAN, 6 211 Laghmpr. FOR SALE, 4AAA FIRST-CLASS Second-han lUUU SXCKS. 6+239 F. FERRIMAN. FOR SALE. EpIGHT Horse-power ENGINE^ b; Li Hornsby, with Large sized CHAFF CUTTER (Portable, with Seli-Bagge attached.) Price, £50 for both. 6J240 F. FERRIMAN. IyvTISS TUTABEL "O^LI TEACHER OF SINGING. Address—Henry's Hotel, TUESDAYS Hours—l p.m. to 4.30 p.m. 7 4 F O UN D. QTRAYED into my paddock on MOW 0 DAY, June 29, one bay hack mare, no brand visible. Owner can have aame by paying expenses. R. MEACLEM, near Convent, 1 6 Ashburtoh, ' LECTURE, ODDFELLOWS HALL, WEDNESDAY, JULY 1, at 8 p.m. REV MARK GUY PEABSE, the celebrated Lecturer, Author, etc.; will give his popular Locture on 'SOME OLD FOLKS 11 HOME" Admission: Front Seats, 2s:. Back Seats, Is. 6 206 Sheep for Sale. AAA 2and4-toothCROSSBRED %J\J\) EWES in lamb to Eng lish Leicester Rams, in good condition, a good line, —ALSO— 1 nfVA Tlillf-bred LAMBS, ■$ very J\j\J \j superior lot. GEO. JAMESON, r 5 Ashburton. ON SALE BY THE UNDERSIGNED BUILDING MATERIALS OF EVERYj DESCRIPTION, coils : WESTPORT, NEWCASTLE, MOUNT SOMERS, AND HOMEBUSH. I Also, —' GREY VALLEY NUTS. FIREWOOD, POSTS, Long and Cub, RAILS, STAKES, SIAPLES. FENCING WIRE, WIRE NAILS, all Barbed and Plain, sizes, PAINTS, OILS, &fl JOSHUA~T.aCK.ER. RAILWAY RESERTE," WE $J? A S:T R E E T.



CaS : yielding Reversionary Bonuses e\ ceeding" FOUR MILLIONS. CASH BONUS for ONE Year, 1890, £469,856, yielding Reversionary Bonuses amounting to £967,000. The Cash Bonus was equal to 43.1 per cent, on the premiums received during ] the year. ASSURE YOIJK LIFE IN THE A.. M\ X». SOC I E rJL V, I And secure a i BONUS KYjaiY IK A Im policies Otf NEW ZEALAND REGISTER, 16,000. ASSURING, £5,000,000. Assets m New Zenlaiul, £1,419,276. Expenses of Management LESS THAN Oi PER CENT ON THE TOTAL INCOME. IiIDWA^D W. LOWE, Resident Secretary. Brasoh Oitioe— Custom House Quay, Wellington, W, H. DERRY, District Secretary, Chrisfcchurch. H. ZANDER, Local Brewer, A^liburtoii.



SALFS Ai 1 RANGITATA BRIDGE, MOUNT SOMERS, AXU MErhViUN. D THOMAS, at the solicitation <f . many Clients, gives notice that he will hold Sales of Live »nd Dead Stock by Public Auction as follows, viz., RANGITATA BRIDGE—JuIy SfatL 1891, 12 o'clock. MOUNT SOMERS-July 23rd, 1891, 12 o'clock. METHVKK —July 24th, I£9l, 12 o'clock. And that Messrs Wheelband, Fflton, and Hibbs will be happy to receive t-utries for same. D. THOMAS, 7 3 Ashburton. AUSTRALIAN MUTUAL PROVIDENT SOCIETY. THE OLDEST, WEALTHIEST, AND | MOST PROSPEROUS I AUSTRALIAN LIFE OFFICE, AND THE LARGEST IN TUB BRITISH EMPIRE. The only Colonial Life Office which declares a Hoiuis ETery Year. The Method of Valuation adopted by this Society is of the Most Stringent ChiHworer, airl ensures a OoiiMflwablv L ire r I hat Ilvila i *i ' All



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