Asburton Guardian. Magna est Veritas et Prævalebit. THURSDAY, APRIL 29, 1897. THE WAR IN THE EAST.

The Powers preserve a strangely spliinx-like attitude m the struggle now going on m the East. Previous to actual hostilities between the Greeks and Turks, both sides were warned that no matter what spoils were won by either side the conqueror would be allowed to reap no advantage from the conquest. We took this warning to mean that should the Turks carry successful war into the country of their enemy, and conquer any lai"ge area of Grecian territory, they would not be allowed to add that territory to the dominions of the Sultan, Lufc would have to resign it when hostilities cease, and retire from it across the frontier to their own soil. In the event of Greece being a conqueror of Turkish soil the same hard rule would be ap plied. The spectacle is like that of two doga fighting for a bone which the victor would have to relinquish to a stronger hand after he had placed his opponent hors de combat. The simile is, however, hardly a good one, as the Turks and Greeks know what will happen m the event of either winning, and, knowing this, go on with the fight; and we hardly think two doga would keep on I with a struggle if they were both aware that the bone would be non est when the light was over. The Powers gave Greece to understand that if she persisted m her bellicose and defiant at titude over the Cretan question, all her ports would be blockaded. Greece did not climb down one inch, but kept on asking the whole world as it were, but j Turkey m particular, to tread on the i tail of her coat. Yet the blockade has not been carried ouc, but instead Turk and Greek are clapper-clawing each other on the frontier, and the Powers have apparently decided to allow them to fight it out, and make no sign of interference. It will be remembered that, before the blockade, of Crete, Kussia, Germany, and Austria were rather, if anything, m favor of strongly coercive measures; but England, France, and Italy very palpably hesi tated before dealing with ungloved hands with a brave little Power that had ftarlessly run m the teeth of the whole world m her attempt to free hnr Cretan kinsmen from the galling yoke of the Moslem. The action of Grew m Crete was worthy of the days of chivalry, and throughout the civilissd world, the people at least, if not their rulers, have sympathised with and I even applauded it. But apparently the question that governs the whole situation is that old and still unsolved one of the integrity of Turkey. Her doom and dismemberment are only a matter of time, but before that doom j falls and the knife is applied m the work of partitioning off, a " concert of the Powers " will have to be arrived at m regard to the new map of Europe which the dismemberment will necessi tate. Just what will be done with •.uißCjr liv uiici <v. — . t, t rvi-(  how much of her territory will go to the Czar, how many of the little States now under her suzerainty will be wholly freed from her yoke, and re ceive the protectorate of other European Powers. .Nor can any one tell what would happen if the " concert" should not be arrived at; but there is grave reason for fearing (hat, as a result", a war may irise m which all Europe would be involved. The grouping of the Powers m the matter of the Grecian blockadp may indicate to some extent how sides would be chosen m the great contest, but the line of final cleavage is difficult to mark out One thing, however, is certain. The peoples of England, France, and Italy are living under free institutions, and thus, familiar with I freedom, will be atrongiy averse to their forces being used m any attempt to crush liberty out of the chivalrous little country whose soldiers are now m arms ip the cause of freedom for Crete. The other three Powers exist under more autocratic conditions, and m any great upheaval it is possible that they may join issue on the Eastern question. There are m the present situation the elements of a great con flagration which, once started, no man can say at what point it may be stayed ; but one thing is certain, and that is, that the struggle of Greece must be brief, with the fearful odds which are marshalled against her m the war now raging.

Local and General.

Since his election Leo 3TIII. has not crossed the threshold of the Vatican, Live tiah have been safely transmitted by post from India to London. The farmer ia Japan who has ten acres of land is looked upon as a monopolist, It is stilted that an outbreak of typhoid fever has occurrdd at Te Aute College The codlin moth has made its appearance m Gore, and ia working sad havoc amongst she fruit trees m the district. There are now said to be about fifty-four lady commercial travellers "on the road," representing London firms. A ara avis m the shape of a black-and white blackbird, and a beautiful one for shape and size, has been caught m the North East Valley, Dunedin. O«* an average each Englishman writes 40 letters a year> each Scotchman 30, and each Irishman 16. ' The average Jtalian only posts six, and the American 21. Persona wishing to send contributions of cast-off clothing, etc., for the Hawke'a Bay Kelief Fund are requested to forward same promptly to MrsG. W. Andrews, East Belt, or to Mrs Jackson, next Drill Shed, so that 'heir gifts can be included m a parcel to be forwarded by Tuesday's steamer. The first social for the seaßou of the Ash burton Caledonian Society took place last oveniug m the Orange Hall. Over fifty couples enjoyed themselves ia dancing to music provided by Mrs Claridge, Mr Fiizzell acting as M.C. It is intended to hold the next soci-tl m the Oddfellows' Hall. Referring to the disclaimer of the Justice Department of any knowledge of the exis tence of a full and complete history of Stephen Bosher, the Petone murderer, the ! Waitarapa Star declares that it has "the very best authority for saying that such a hißtory was written by Bosher while m gaol." It waa reported from London, on March Ist, that the daughter of Mr William Waldorf Astor, the American millionare, resident m England, is to wed the young Dnke of Manchester, who has just attained his twentieth year, and who is the son of an American mother, Cousuelo YgOftga, of Jfsw Yeity a sofed beauty,

Interprovincial news on first page, and commercial and market news on fourth page of this issue. We hear on reliable authority that Mr John McKeague has consented to be nomi nated as a member of £he Board of Education m place of Mr Sawie resigned. Felix Tanner will commence a fast m the Criterion Theatre, Wellington, on the Ist. May, He proposes to live on unfiltered Wainui water until the 30th May. The Secretary of the Postal Department has intimated to mayors of all boroughs that telegrams and correspondence on relief fund business will be franked. Wheat i 3 fetching a higher figure m the North Island thau rules m the South, as we observe that tiie VVairarupa Star quotea 4s as the price obtainable m Mastertou. Wo remind our readers that the annual meeting of parishioners of St. Stephen'^, will be held m the schoolroom thia ev»niug at 7,30 o'clock A vestry meeting will be held at 7 p.m. The German army at the present time possesses ten thousand highly trained carrier pigeons, and, m addition, haß a reserve of these birds, trained and ready for use, estimated at from 25,000 to 30,000. So successful is the Maaterton Technical School that m some of the classes pupils have had to be turned away owing to the want of room. The book-keeping class, m particular, is a great success. High prices are given for any number of blood horees m England who never repay their owners a farthing. It is said that yearlicga sold m 1895 for something lifce a gross total of 30,000ga have not yet won a race. " The Marlborough Eduoation Board pro poses to take advantage ot the parliamentary vote for techical education, beginning with classes for shorthand, which the department holds comes under the subjects provided for by the Aot. Referring to Mr Tasker's weight-guessing competition (proceeds m aid of the Hawke's Bay Floods "Relief Fund) we are requested to state that to-morrow afternoon, facilities will be offered for ladies taking part m the competition. Lady competitors will be attended to by Mrs Tasker. The members of the Record Reign Con tingent and the North Island members of the Bisley team arrived at Lyttelton by the Government steamer Tutanekai yesterday. They were entertained by the local volun teers at a smoke conoerfc m the Chamber of Commerce Hall last night, and left for England by the s.s. Ruahine to-day. The annual sale of horses from the Long beach estate takes place on Friday (to morrow), commencing at twelve o clock. Mr David Thomas conducts the sale, and his advertisement appears elsewhere. As no other entries will be taken for this sale, buyers may rely upon getting horses from Mr Grigg's famous stud. The Timaru Lodge of Druids m June last withdrew from connection with the Friendly Societies' Co-operative Dispensary, and lately made a claim on the Dispensary Board for £140 odd, as its share of the accumulated profits represented by stock, book debts, etc., at the time of its with drawal. Judgment was given by the S.M. yesterday for defendants, with costs, £11 19a. The Earl of Seafield attained his majority a few days ago. He is still at the Lincoln College, Christchurch. It is understood (says the Oamaru Mail) that he will go Home shortly, and, though he will not enter into full poasrssion of the estates till the death of the dowager Countess, who is now about 70 years of age, he will, of course, be privileged to take his seat m the House of Lords. In raply to a telegram sent yesterday morning to the Mayor of Napier, advising him of the despatch of clothing for the sufierers by the recent floods, the following reply arrived at 5.35 p.m., addressed to the Rev. T. A. Hamilton ; — "Many thanks for the kind contribution of ladies; please convey sam°. G. H. Swan, Mayor of Napier. ' Owners of cattle m the Borough should r""V~ " :■■■■}•"><• acquainted with the new by-law, as it is very 'string,,..*, v..,, r ._ sons are m the habit of allowing their cattle to graze on their way lo and from the pad docks. This is contrary to the by-law, and those persons who are m the habit of com mitting themselves may find that an invita tion may reach them by special messenger, demanding an iutcrview with His Worship the S.M., at the Courthouse. Mr J. A. Gilruth, Government veterinary surgeon, weat south yesterday to eirry out experiments m the destruction of rabbits by chicken cholera at the New Zealand and Australian Land Company's Clydevale station, the use of which has been given for the purpose. Mr Gtlruth has given the subject considerable study m Paris and Australia, and since his return to New Zealand, and preparations for the experi ments m the open have been m progress for some time. The following remarkably " tall" shooting yarn is told by a Waipara correspondent of the Pras. A shooter, who had some trouble wi h his double-barrelled gun, one tube of which refused to go off, was attempting to put it right, and not aiming at anything except the sky. Suddenly the barrel dis charged aad down dropped a plump grey duck, almost falling on hia head The shooter's feelings may be better imagined than describe^ but now he holds the re putation of being a dead shot. A despatch of March 24th says it is re ported m Gourt circles that Queen Victoria will, on her return from the South of France confer upon Mr William Waldorf Astor a distinction that has never been accorded to any of his countrymen. She will honour him with a visit at Cliveden, his magnificent country seat on the banks of the Thames. According to the story, the Queen is passionately fond of flowers, and is also much interested m arboriculture. Mr Astor's magnificent collection of roses is the attraction for her Majesty. ! Messrs Shearman Bros,, having obtained the agency for Ashburton for the Austral Cycle Company, Limited, have now on view a first-class "Swift" Ladies Bicycle, ai "Club Swift ' Ruad Racer, and an '« Atalanta " Roadster. They are splendid looking machines, and are as good as they look, only the best selected weloMess steel tubing being used m their manufacture, also being fitted with all the latest improvements. The Au: tral Company hold the largest stock of Cycles m New Zealand, 600 machines, in cluding such well-known makes, as the " Humbcr," " Swift," "Singer," "Triumph," and "Atalanta" Cycles, there being 88 different patterns to choose from, Advt. 4 291

A concert m aid of the Hawke's Bay Relief Fuiid is announced, to be given m the Oddfellowh' Hall on Friday, May 7. The usual monthly sale takes place afc the Hinds yards on Monday next. Mr David Cochrane gives notice of his in tention to apply at the next County Council meeting for a slaughtering license on R.S. 15690. A meeting m connection with the propose opening of a night school at Wakanui is called for Saturday evening neiit at 8 o'clock m the local echoolhouse. The Aahburton Money Club notify that the first payment is to be made on Tuesday evening, M*y 4, at 7 30, at Mr McKeague's store, the Arcade entrance. Messrs E. H. Dobson, James McKeage, David Miller, and William Wiila have been nominated for the Coldstream Road Board, and a poll for the election of three of the □ umber will be taken on Thursday, May 6, between 9 a m. and 6 pm. at the Ccldstream Road Board ofijce, Hinds. A poll for the election of three members of the South Rikaia Road Board will'take pace on Monday next between the hours of 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. at the Road Board office, Kakaia. The candidates nominated are Mr i J. J. Duncan, Mr John Lambie, Mr Edward Richards, and Mr James Stringfellow. The following five gentlemen have been nominated for membership of the Rangitata Road Board —viz.: Messrs C. J, Harper, E G. Wiight, W. P. Kellock, J. L. Liddle, and Edward Taylor. A poll for the election of four of the foregoing takes place on Thursday, May 6, at the Road Board office, Liamore between the hours of 9 a.m. and 6 D.tn,

WILLOWBY.

From Our Own Orresponrlent Last night a large congregation assembled m the Willowby Church to welcome the Rev J. J. Ma'her, the newiy appointed minister, to the circuit. All parts of the district were represented. The chair was taken by Mr S. S. Chapman, junior circuit steward, and short addresses of welcome were given by Me-srs Harding, Grayburn, Low, "Wheeler, and the Chairman. The Rev Mr Mather replied, and hoped that all would co-operate with him to make his term of uervice among them a success, and that they would let him work m his own way He declared himself an uncompromising foe to the liquor traffic, which he would fight with all the power of his being. Several anthems by the choir under the direction of Mr Joseph Wheeler were rendered m the usual fiuiehed manner, while the rendering i of the solo " The Holy City " by Miss Sears wis very much appreciated .indeed. The evening's proceedings were terminated by a coffee supper held m the schoolroom. Hete !Mr Mather was able to become acquainted more closely with many of the congregation. A distinctly favourable impression as to his abili ies for his work has been made, and it is expected that his sojourn m the district W'll be fraught with blessing to those amongst whom he is called to labour. Willowby, April 28.

STAVELEY.

From Our Own Correspondent

A very successful concert was held m the Staveley Hall on Friday, the 23rd, the pro ceeds to go towards buying a musical instru ment for the hall. The weather being fine a large Dumber of people turned up, fully 150 paying for admittance. The long programme was sucsessfully carried out, and, judging by the loud applause and encores, was much appreciated. The local talent was greatly assisted by Misß Peake, Messrs F. Jftgo and W. Irwin, of Dunedin, Mr and Mrs Donald McLean and P. Sullivau, of Lagmhor, and Miss Herring, each of whom received hearty applause, and m most cases had to submit to encores. The concert was followed by a ball, which was well attended, dancing being kept up till the early hours of the morning Messrs T. Price, D. Syme and S. Scott supplied the music m their well-known excellent style. The proceeds amounted to £10.

FUNERAL.

The general sympathy felt with Dr and Mrs Trevor m their sad bereavement was fully testified yesterday by the large atten dance at the funeral of their little daughter Mildred Elliott, and by the closing of a number of business establishments and the drawing down of blinds at the windows of private houses on the line of route to the cemetery. The coffio, which was white with silver mountings, was covered with flowers, wreith?, and crosses, and the hearse was piled high with wreaths, piincipally of white chrysanthemums and roses, the tokens of the heartfelt sorrow of hosts of friends. The coffin was borne to the hearse by Dr Howard Slater, of Oxford (nephew of Dr Trevor), Messrs George Jameson, Albert Roberts, and Percy Cox, and from the hearse to the mortuary chapel, and thence to the grave by the same gentlemen, assisted by six little girla dressed m white—viz., Misaea Evelyn Hanmer, Dorothy Hamilton, Kitty Friedlander, Oinah Dunn, Mary Roberts and Dolly Roberts. The funeral cortege consisted of nearly forty carriages, besides a large number of persons oa foot or on horseback. The last rites were performed by the Vicar of Ashburton—Rev T. A. Hamilton.

Ashburton Acclimatisation Society.

A meeting of the Committee of this Society took place laat evening at Devane'a hotel. Present— Messrs Cambridge (iv the chair), Huston, Upton and Shury. Correspondence was read as follows :— From the Colonial Secretary re extension or nsmug i..™.— _ iLli j oneniDg of shooting stason, also m regard to Kangitata reserves. The Secretary {Mr Shury) stated that he h-ul replied on the last mentioned tubjec: asking that the right of access to the river should be reserved for all future leases, aud that sites for spoilsmen's camps bs re served. The Secretary's action was approved, The Secretary aiso reported that h<; had made application to the Government for th<J payment to the Sooiety of the tiues recently imposed for poaching, and read a reply from the Colonial Secretary's office stating that at present there was no power to com ply, but that the question of amending the Act m this particular was under consider ation. It was resolved that at the expiration of the present month the Ranger receive one month's notice, and that afterwards the Society pay the sum of £5 on conviction of any person or persons using dynamite, nets, or lime m the river to the person giving such information as shall lead to such convic tion ; the Committee reserving to itself the right in|the case of minor offences of determi ning whether a prosecution shall take place. The Committee then adjourned and the ANNUAL MEETING at which there was an attendance of about a dozen then took place. The Secretary read the report and balance sheet which were adopted. The latter has already been published m our columns. The report stated that the expenditure oi the year had again exceeded the inoomeaa it did the previous year—this year by £4. This was owing to two Rangers' having been employed during part of the year, the amount, paid under this head being £66 5s as against £59 13a laat year. The number of licenses had increased to 140 and the revenue from th's source from i"65 10s to £79 12.3 6d, The cash m hand at date of report was £47 10s as against £49 18s 6d at end of previous year. Thirty boys' licenses had been paid for this year aa against eighteen last year. A number of free licenses had been granted to boys attending public schools and a letter had been received from Mr J. B. Mayne, headmaster of the Borough School suggesting that free licenses should be extended to girls. This had not as yet been acceded to but was worth consideration. Three fishing licenses had been taken out by ladies, the total number of licenses under ;UI heads being 95 as against 83 during the previous year. Attention was drawn to the continued illegal use of dynamite and the difficulty of securing convictions, notwithstanding that one man, whose name was well-known to the Committee, boasted of having destroyed as many as 70 fish at one shot with impunity. Regarding the camping and fishing reserves it was stated that a site of 20 acres at the edge of the lagoon had been promised by the County Council and that the reservation of free access to the river m future leases bad been promised by the Commissioner of Crown Lands The thanks of the Society were due to Major Steward for his assistance m this matter. Shags, it was stated, are atill numerous. Head money had been paid for 43 as against 21 }aat year and 39 the year before, and a3 these birds are most destruqtive to fish the report urged upon sportsmen to kill as many aa possible. The election of officers was then proceeded with and resulted as follows : —President— Mr G. A. M. Buckley ; Vice-Presidents — Messrs Wright, Studhohne, Ward, Steward, and Lybteltoa; Treasurer—Mr P. A. Cox; Secretary—Mr A. H. Shury; Auditor—Mr A. H. Field; Committee—Messrs Cambridge, T. E Upton, Rollitt, Fox, and Field. The sum of five guineas and a free license were voted to the Secretary m recognition of his valuable services, who returned his thanks m a neat speech. A vote of thanks to the chair closed the proceedings,

CABLE NEWS.

Home and Foreign.

Press Association—By Electric Telegraph— Copyright. Serious Explosion. London, April 27. A serious explosion occurred on thr underground railway, One carriage was smashed, and many occupants in jured. It it> believed the explosion was caused by a bomb. Cremated. The remains of the Dowager Duchese of Bedford, who died a few days ago, were cremated Illness of Sir George Grey. April 28 Sir George Grey is reported to be seriously ill. The Canadian Tariff Bill. Tn the House" of Commons Mr Chamberlain stated that the Govern ment cordially appreciated Canada's friendly spirit m giving preference to English products, Belgium has pro tested against the discriminatory character of the Bill as being opposed to the commercial treaty between Great Britain and Belgium. The Transvaal. Capetown, April 27 The debate on the motion brought forward by P. J. Dutoit, President of the Afrikander Bund, has concluded. A motion, which affirms the desirable nesß of all parties displaying modera tion, mutual toleration, and faithful observance of treaties, was adopted, with an amendment condemning the intervention of any Foreign Powei between the Transvaal and Britain, Mr Cecil Rhodes voted against th« motion. A Splendid Pageant. New York, April 28. A statue to General Grant was dedicated at New York m the presence of a vast assemblage representing all the States m the Union. The cere mony was marked by a splendid pageant by land and sea, many foreign warships taking part. Mr McKinley reviewed 60,000 troops; also the fleet, A Royal Visit. St Petersburg, April 28 The Emperor of Austria has arrived m this city on a viait to the Czar. The meeting was marked by great warmth, and they kissed each other. At a banquet held m honor of the visit the speeches expressed sentiments of cordial friendship.

Australian.

Press Association—By Electric Telegraph— Copyright.

Exploration of Islands m the Pacific. Sydney, April 27 Mr F. W. Christian, who, eighteen months ago, under the auspices of the Polynesian Society of New Zealand, left to explore the ruins on Caroline and other islands m the Pacific, has returned to Sydney. At all the places he visited he found extensive traces of Chinese and Japanese work, and was successful m securing many etknologi ■ <>a 1 specimens, comprising numerous weapons and tools. As the result of his explorations he is satisfied that m the past au extensive trade was carried through the islands between China and Central America, He claims to have established a chain of evidence, point ing to the existence of an old civilisa tion that will explain the ancient civilisation m Central America. Ex tensive enquiries were made as to the traditions of the Islanders. Manj dis coveries were made as to the early history of the Malays with regard to their migration, all proving that the Torres Straits route to the Pacific was not taken, but that the voyages were made by way of the Caroline Islands. The Barque Adderley. Sydney, April 28 The underwriters have abandoned the barque Adderley, and sold her as i she lies embedded. Two Girls Poisoned. Two little girls, named Hedgecock have died at Hillston from drinking a solution of rabbit poison. Another Murder Suspected. Adelaide, April 28 A watch belonging to a Chinaman, at one time Beard's mate, has been found m the latter's possession. The Chinaman is supposed to be another victim. An Important Decision. Melbourne, April 28 Mr Justice Hood has decided that the income arising from investments m Victorian Government debentures m the name of a person resident m the colony is not liable to the income tax. lew Guinea. Cooktown, April 28. Latest reports from New Guinea state that, besides a number of deaths from fever, many miners are literally starving, as it is impossible to trans port stores.

HAWKE'S BAY FLOODS.

Press Association—By Eiectrio Telegraph- Copyright. Brisbane, April 28. The Mayor presided at a meeting to organise a New Zealand floods relief fund. It was resolved to cable £670 lying to the credit of the Queensland Central Relief Fund to the Mayor of Napier, and also to open a relief fund and appeal throughout Queensland.

THE WAR IN THE EAST.

Summoning of the Greek Chamber.

Sir W m Harcourt on the Salisbury Policy.

A Greek Revolution Feared.

A Greek Stampede.

Press Association—By Electric Telegraph— Copyright. Athens, April 27. In order to save the Dynasty the E ing urges the inhabitants of Greece to join the army. The Greek fleet was sighted about twenty milea from Salonica. The mutiny of the Albanian troops at Janina has fizzled oat. It is re* ported that the town of Trikhala, the second largest m Thesaaly, hag been evacuated. Affairs at Larissa are quiet. Many shops are reopening. The Turks are busily engaged m fortifying the plaoe. When the Greeks were' about to evacuate the town they emptied the gaols of prisoners. Members of the Chamber of Deputies are proceeding to Phersala to take an active part m the defence of their country. The Greek advance m Epirus has been suspended temporarily. Oolonel Metaxas, Minister of War, has resigned his office. April 28 The Chamber has been specially summoned to deal with matters arising out of the war. The Greek forces at Manos, m Epirus, have been reinforced from Arfca preparatory to advancing. The Albanian garrison evacuated Pentepegidia after its capture by the Turks, and marched to Janina, where they demanded a new commander. The Governor conceded their demand, whereupon they marched back and expelled the Turks from the fort, London, April 27 Such newspapers as have displayed a friendly tone towards Greece are now advocating mediation by the Powers. April 28 Sir W. V. Harcourt speaking at Abertillery, Monmouthshire, said Lord Salisbury's policy would leave bitter memories of shame and remorse m English hearts. Pbeth, April 28. A meeting of Greeks has subscribed £300 to the war fund, and cabled that every man was willing to leave im mediately if their services were re quired. They pledged themselves to assist and drank the toast" May Turkey melt m Greece." Received Wakapuaka, April 29, 9.43 a.m., Guabdian office, 11 a.m. Athens, April 28 Ten thousand Greek troops are re ported to be massing, The populace at Athens is furious at the King's meddling m the campaign,, and his appointmentof courtiers to the principal naval and military commands. The extremists demand the recall of the Royal Princes. Several gunshops m Athens have b°en pillaged, and grave fears of a revolution are entertained. The King has appealed to M. Ralli, the leader of the Opposition, to help the Government to maintain order. It is probable that a coalition Ministry of Defence will be formed. The nation is clamourous for a supreme effort being put forth to regain Thessaly. Oaman Pasha has been ordered to remain at Salonica. Received Wakapuaka April 29, 9.55 a.m., Guardian office 10-45 a.m. Athens, April 28 The Turkish generals consider that the positions held by the Greeks were exceedingly strong, and express amaze ment that they should have been abandoned. Everything indicates that a shameful panic occurred. * Horses were detached from the carriages and waggons, and utilised as a means of flight. The safely of Royal property was the first care, while at Larissa women and children vainly appealed for permission to enter the trains. However, the Turkish occupation of Larissa inspired confidence m the resi dents, as pillaging was punished by death, and Turkish sentinels patrolled I the streets, protecting the banks and | the residences of the wealthy.

BUTLER IN SYDNEY.

Press Association—By Electric Telegraph— Copyright.

Received Wakapuaka, April 29, 10 a.m,, Guardian Office 11.10 a.m. Sydney, April 29 It transpires that Butler has made a statement that he is without means to offend himself. The Crown will supply counsel. The Government has also issued orders prohibiting anyone to see the prisoner. The latter desired to make a statement to the newspapers but the request was refused,

THE ASHBUKTON GUAKDIAN : THUBSDAY, APKIL 29, 189*.



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OF GKEAT INTEREST TO LADIES FOR TBE.COMING.WINTEP. X7"OU CAN SECURE AT THE NEW ZEALAND Clothing* Factory A GENUINE WATERPROOF CLOAK, TAILOR MADE, Guaran teed Sewn Seams. GALL and Inspect! our Grand Range of Patterns. HALLENSTEIN BROS. ALEX. HBNDEY, Manager. ! H % I§ * S M •». . ? ° a (j H r- -* a? h W - S Ui H- S g ! r)5 « 8 w a i i —\ o hs j i s p » g S*g i S? s l! si hi « t ! -a g PC Church Services. QT. S T KPHEN'B CHURC H, j^s Ashburton. THURSDAY—Meeting of the Mothers' Union m St Stephen's Schoolroom at 3 p.m. A paper by Mx« Mules (wife of the Bishop of Nelson) will be read. ANNUAL MEETING OF PARISH IONERS, 730 p.m. Women are also invited to be present. FRIDAY—Short Service, 7.30 p.m. Choir I Practice, 8 p.m. SUNDAY SERVICES. ' 11 a.m.—Morning Prayer and Holy Com munion. 3 p.m.-GREENSTREET. 6.30 p m.—Evening Prayer. REV. T. A. HAMILTON.



NEW GOODS. NEW GOODS. AUTUMN AND WINTER. PRICES CUT TO SUIT THE KEEN WEATHER AND KEENER TIMES. LOOK OUT. LOOK OUT. THE CENTEAL CASH DRAPERY AND CLOTHING MART. NEXT TO J. ORR AND CO, EAST STREET. MITCHELL AND BRODRIBB GIVE THE BEST VALUE IN THE TRADE. EVERYTHING NEW, EVERYTHING GOOD, EVERYTHING STYLISH, And of Course EVERYTHING CHEAP. T)AY Cash and Save 25 per cent. Grand assortment bought at Special Rates to enable us to sustain our reputation, yet giving the H^vy^H^r^Mhe Winter, 83 91, worth 1& 6d. Good strong plain Homespun 4s lid dress Beautiful Tweeds, grand value newest shades at 89 9d and 9, 9J full dress. All she latest Trimmings m Furs, Gimps, Braids, Velvets, etc , at prices never be ore helS of.FLANNELETTES, 1 -LASNKLS, CALICOS, SHEETINGS-you'U wonder at the prices. No bad debts do it. Grand d«i winter Wanneleitea 4s lid p. r doz. Ah wool Flannels, wide width, 10^1 per yard A 1 our goods sold at prices to bring vo" back aaaTn Calido for the winter 3s 9d per doz ; cheaper lines at from 2t 6d per doz Dou-.le White Sheeting IOJd, cheap at Is 3d. r La Whit- TowS« fl, UA I doV un BLANKETS, Blankets, Bankets. White Blankets, Blue Blankets, Brown and Grey Kaiapoi , mSLSn^ per cent Cheaper tha^a'ny oth« Holse fn New Zealand. A grand heavy Blanket at & lid. Art Muslins Cretonnes Blankets 4&per «c» l 6,, c"aP?[ | , l'^' H|<l f 0 WKST-the reasons are—We Buy Cheap; we Sell for Cash Look here ! Look here!! wSdo'you tLkoS at 1. lid pair" ONLY MI.OHELL AND BRODRIBB HAVE 'J HKM Here's a^Jner-The newest styles m LADIES' SHOWERPROOF CLOAKS at prices 50 per cent, below any f h lß g heard of in Brown Navy Grey and Black. 17s 9d and 193 6d, worth 30, and 355. Golf Capes, bought to underse 1 any other House save you Le and anxtetv by GOING S : RAIGrIT FOR THB CENTRAL CASH DRAPERY MART. MILLINER} MilUne.y, Milhnery- W™?ll"1my« tafSe we only want to ..11 the trimming at a low price and guarantee you J ««"g of fa Uv 50 per cen^ on aH trimm^hata-Straws Velvets Beavers, and Felt Hats, newest shapes and shades, our prices are the LOWESI IN NEW ZEALAND the coldest weather and lightest purse. COUSMS, Corsets, Corsets T? hi Mh'NN ri OTHING AND MERCERY Department, SSLStaS^ Kt«ri d. •££"s& pt,.t UIM? heavy »ioS b« /»S <hL-i» *i-J from 5 9*?ffl ".1 mS. IWU £ Ud. S.rg. .»HPor ..it. 4, IW M.tf. »»d boy,' h«» m every con...™Wjg™ from 1^ w«4 heavy .hoof? bo«t s 9, lid, K r.»d line of light Balmor.l. «t 12, ,«Jj'te'^Sp*,,^'^ ™ n ,k ,™ pTios-Wo „« d. Graod v-riety Men's White Kid Gloves and Evening Bowe, etc. DON'T FORGET THE CENTRAL CASH TRADERS, WHO ARE, AND MEAN TO BRING DOWN PRICES. MITCHELL & BRODRIBB, NEXT l'Q J, ORB fc CO., EAST STREET, ASHBUF ONJ



Business Notices ~~ lookT out. G. J. NEILL —IS SELLING— Table Damask at Is per yard Twill Sheeting, 2 yards wide, white or'grey,J9Jd Turkish Towels, 6d each Cretonne 3|d Flannelettes, 2s lid per dozen G. J. N EILL I s S ELLIKG" Men's Heavy Tweed Suits at 21s 6d, wonderful value Boys Suits, 4s lid Men's Tweed Trousers, 5s lid BOOTS. BOOTS. MWa Nail SHOOTERS 7s lid. Women's SHOES 4a lid Men's BLUOHERS 4s lid. Women's Lace SHOES 4s lid The Cheapest Boots m Ashburton are to be got at G. J. NEILL'S, FRIEPLANDER'S CORNER, EAST STRttET. ME L L O R'S 'ZEALANDIA' BOOT STORE FEW LEATHERS. NEW LEATHERS. NEW LEATHERS. mHE ONLY SHOP m Asbburfcon that is selling the Wonderful Orack- JL proof Oalf, beautiful m appearance, and m wear practically indestruct- Kangaroo Calf, soft as a glove, with all the wearing properties of Kangaroo. Kangaroo Kip Cow Hide, dressed on a new and improved principle, equal to the hardest wearing Kip, but as soft and comfortable as kid skin. All these new leathers I have made up m Ladies' and Gentlemen's Boots and Shoes. They are splendid goods, and well worth a trial. Keep up to date and - ask for these new goods. Every pair is guaranteed. JAMES MELLOR, ZBALANDIA BOOT STORE, ASHBURTON. AUTUMN AND WINTER NOVELTIES, GRAND SPECIAL DISPLAY! AT i MITOUELL & TURNER'S. MANTLES— MILLINERY— JACKETS WATERPROOFS ' CLOAKS FUR BOAS CAPES UNDERCLOTHING IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT iO LADiBS,— j IN PURSUANCE of oar policy m keeping our Business well to the front, we have decided to add a FIRST CLASS DRKSSMAKINJ DEPARTMENT to our Kstablishment. Wo have secured the services of Miss Hill, a lady of unquestioned ability, who brings with her credentials of the highest order from MPSSRS W. STRANGE & CO., m whoee Workrooms s!:e has been engaged for over seven yeaes. Our object is to supply our Customers with Stylish ani Well made COSTUMES at a Modhrate Price, and every possible effort will he given to make our NEW DEPARTMENT an unqualified success. We have already booked & number of Orders, and expect a very full teason. Miss Hill will be pleased to receive intending Patrons on and after F R;i DA V, March 26. MITCHELL AND TDRNBB, TANORED STREET,