PHASES OF THE MOON. May,

DEATH.

Sadnders.— On May 26, at West Melton, Rhoda Saundkrs. Aged sixty-nine.

Ashburton Guardian. Magna est Veritas et Prævalebit. FRIDAY, MAY 27, 1898. THE ANGLO- AMERICAN ALLIANCE.

» The cables have just informed us that the Austialasian Agents-General have 1 joined the Committee, whose object it is to promote the establishment of an alliance between the Empire of Great Britain and the Republic of the United States of America. A later cable 'tells us that the Chaplain of the American Senate offered prayer for Qaeen Vic toria and a closer Anglo-American union. In the same cable we are further told that the American Secre tary of State telegraphed to the great American military dep6t at Tampa, where the officers were celebrating Her Britannip Majesty's birthday with a banquet, stating that the American Government: were watching the cele bration with interest, and suggested that a military salute should be fifed m the Queen's honor. These may be little things, and by novae may be set aside as only matters of diplomatic courtesy. We prefer to look upon them as straws that show how the wind blows. In past years the recurrence of the birthday of Queen Victoria has not been made the occasion of firing salutes by the American military, not of officers' banquets m her honor, and the occasion being absent no cablegram has been sent by an American Seer© tary of State stating that the Goyern ment of the Republic was watching with interested eyes to see how the soldiers would celebrate the British anniversary. But instead of this, it has been the custom to read of sayings and doings on the part of large sections of the United States populace that i were the reverse of complimentary to the " Britishers," while the Govern ment itself, aa well as many of the leading politicians of the States, have not seldom assumed at attitude which was at Jeast, if not on the arctic side of friendly, yery far north of it indeed. But since the war began to be talked of, there has come about a great ohange of sentiment ia the United States, and Gpvern.m.ent,

>ress, and people appear to be much f c oore kindly inclined towards the t 3ritiah Empire and people; and though, i or strong diplomatic reasons perhaps, \ ye are hearing but little by cable of * yhat is being actually done by the \ 1 Salisbury and McKinley Governments < .n regard to bringing about an Anglo- < American Alliance, we feel justified m i believing the negotiations towards the 1 and m view are much further advanced than the later news gives any indica tion of. We cannot realise that Mr Chamberlain would have made his celebrated speech at Birmingham ten days ago, m which he spoke so strongly ot the desirableness of such a onion, un less he had more than a shadowy notion that its consummation was m the al most immediate future, and from papers received by the last mail, published long before the delivery of the speeches by Lord Salisbury and Mr Chamber lain, we gather that such an alliance has been discussed by tbe American press as a thing that was quite within the bounds of possibility. One American paper actually advocated such an alliance, and pointed out that it would mean a lesson and a warning to the whole world. It went on to say that the movement for closer relations between the empire and the republic was fast gaining force, and its im portance was one that could not be easily estimated* It said that manifest destiny dictated an alliance, and went on to say that " not until it has been | made shall we begin to come into what is our own. There are but few dis tinctions, and there should be no differences. We have heard from England, not officially, but not less significantly on that account, and the echoes here have not been inharmonious. Time will do the rest. It is becoming more and more apparent that i£ England { and America tight it will be ior, instead of against, each other, and against that which blocks the way to a higher civilisation." Such is the language of one of the more sedate daily papers of New York State, and cannot be set down as the idle vaporings of a paper simply pandering to the mob with a new sensation, for the feeling throughout the States appears to be widespread — so much so that the Canadian pre3S takes up the tale and tells it m a tone of agreeable surprise. But after the surprise has subsided, and the incredulity has died away, the probable effect of such an alliance is discussed and one paper thus moralises — " To us m Canada it is of stupendous moment. It opens up a vista of possibilities that are fascinating to think upon. We can imagine the removal of difficulties and the free inter-communication of trade and freedom of intercourse m the place of friction and difficulty. We must care fully heed the trend of affairs and do our part m promoting the great end m view. The Liberal Government will do its best— it has already accomplished much m this direction— -and the next century will dawn on a changed con dition of affairs m this respect which but a year or two ago would have been looked on as a dream." It will thus be seen that m America and Canada the alliance is looked upon as very far from being improbable, and most certainly desirable, It requires only a glance at some of our cablegrams, received since tbe news was spread abroad of its favorable reception throughout America and the British colonies, to see the most pacific effect the bare possibility of the consum mation of the proposed alliance is having * upon the several powers Russia is already less bounceable m China and France m Africa is be ginning to be more amenable to reason. There can be no doubt that an alliance between the whole of tbe English speaking people of the world would be a most powerful one, and if for both offensive and defensive purposes would be calculated to make the whole outside world stand m awe. In arms tbe allies would be not only terrible, but invincible ; but it is m the victories of peace that the union would be greatest. The markets of both pountries open to each other on give and take tariffs would make the trade and commerce of both boom with » vim to which both have hitherto been strangers, and as Britain's policy m China has been to hold the ports and markets of that great empire open to the world, so would the combined policy of both be throughout the countries of the world, and no nation would be able to hold a monopoly of any outside market, but would be compelled to give to all a fair field and no favor. We trust that the alliance will be ennsummatedin the very near future, and we can imagine no other possible political act so well calculated to ensure the peace of tbe world.

In view of the threatening war-clouds, it is gratifying to find that such an eminent authority BRITAIN'S READI- as Sir W. H. NESS FOB, WAR. White, Director of Naval Construction under the British Admiralty, holds a very hopeful opinion as to Britain's readiness for war, at anyrate as far as her fleet is concerned. It is satisfac tory to receive his assurance that dur ing the last forty years, " what is practically a new wariieet of unrivalled numbers and power, complete m all ifca parts, baa been croatGd. Within the last twenty-one years alone (he declares m a recent articla m the Nineteenth Century) there has been an expenditure of nearly £50,000,000 upon ship*, machinery, gun-mountings, etc., exclusive of guns and ammunition, And, simultaneously with this expan sion of the fleet, there has been a re markable increase m the rate of speed attainable by those vessels, which are intended for the work of swift and sudden destruction. At first a rate of g6to 27 knots yer hour was accepted for • destroyers ;' and 37 vessels, with this capability, are actually m service; but now the standard speed has been raised to 80 knots, and $0 vessels with that velocity are being built. The intro duction of quicfc-fjriog guns and smokeless powder, associated with increased velocities, range, accuracy, and power of penetration on the part of the missiles, has greatly augmented the fighting force of vessels of war j and the interval m the firing of heayy guns hag been reduced from three minutes to one," And, again, Sir W. H. White offers us the important assurance that •" the Royal navy has a Jong lead iji the matter of submerged 4ißphj»rge ; thanks ta the continuous

efforts and experiments of the last twenty ye^rs." Finally, he reminds us that "the immense productive power of our private arms is one great source of naval strength ; " inasmuch as m Great Britain, "establishments, created and maintained primarily for our magnificent mercantile marine, are available for the war fleet, and the limit of their capabilities has not yet been reached."

Local and General.

Ministerial Movements. — The Hon John McKenzie, Minister of Lands, and Mr J. Q. Ward, ex-Colonial Treasurer, went south by the express to-day. Dunedin Supreme Court— The criminal calendar for the ensuing sitting of the Dunedin Supreme Court comprises seventeen charges against eleven prisoners. Special Train.— A special train left Ash burton for Ohristchuroh this afcernoon with a party of railway engineers, who have been on a tour of inspection of railway bridges, etc., along the line. JOSKCE Pennefather. — Justice Penne father, who held a chamber sitting at Dune* din to-day, was formally welcomed to Dunedin by the President of the Law Society on behalf of the looal bar. Useful Reference Map. — We have just received a very useful reference map of the town from Mr D. Thomas, whioh contains an excellent lithographed view of his place of business, Wesb street. Messrs Smith, Anthony, bellara, and Co., Christchurch, may be complimented on this neab little production. Correction. — In our report yesterday of the annual meeting of the Longbeach Parochial District " five " guineas was men tioned m error as the sum that had been voted to the auditor of the accounts of the district. The correct sum was two guineaß, the error having occurred by the com positor misreading the word m the M.S. Gardbn Thieves.— Either on Wednesday or Thursday some mean individuals who respect not the difference between meum and tuutn, watched their chance to rob an apple tree m a garden near the Domain, of a fair crop of late apples. This sort of thing is far too frequent m this neighborhood, and it is a pity the thieves cannot be caught, and dealt with as they deserve. Live Stock Insurance.— Mr Barrett, the local agent of the Live Stock General Insurance Company, to-day paid Mr D. Thomas a cheque for £50, for claim made by him on account of Mr Frank Bull, Peel Forest, for lo3s of his draught stallion Prince, that died recently. The company are certainly to be commended for their prompitude m settling up m full aa above. A SußJEcr por Scientific Research. — Some days back (says the Westminster Gazette of April 6) a deaf and dumb types setter, who happened, while music was being played m his presence, to be holdingan empty cigar box m his hands, was surprised to find that he experienced an agreeable sensation m his fingers. This ceased as soon as he laid the thin and fragile box aside. Having narrated his experience to some acquaint ances who suffer from the same calamity as himself, they, after trial, also felt the same sensations. He also said that when people spoke loud m his presence he could feel the sound with the assistance of the box, and bis assertions were confirmed m this also by other deaf and dumb persons. Should there be any scientific foundation for this strange emotion it may be possible for some dis coverer acquainted with the laws of touch and sound to confer some precious benefit m the future on the deaf and dumb. Concert— A concert:, m aid ot the funds of the Presbyterian Sabbath School, was held m the Temp'ar Hall, Tinwald, on Tuesday last. Although the weather was so very unpropitious, there was a fairly good attendance. The Rev. Mr Skinner presided. An excellent programme was gone through, the various items being rendered by Mr E. G. Craighead, Miss L. Dunn, Miss Braduhaw, Mr M. McDonald, Miss S. i Moharry, Mr J. Dunn, Miss G. Robinson, Mr Dikera, Miss A. Meharry, Miss Dunn, Master John Shearer; a glee, "The May Time," by the Misses Dunn and Messrs Dunn aud Dakers ; bagpipe selection by Mr M. McDonald ; Mr W. Mackav. r i he accompani? merits were supplied by Misses A. and S. Meharry and Dunn. After refreshments had been handed round, a vote of thanks to the ladies, the performers, and all those who had m any way helped towards making the concert a success, was carried by acclamation. The pronouncing of the bene diction brought a most pleasant; and enjoy able evening to a close. Local Enterprise.— The new furniture and furnishing warehouse of Messrs T, H. Undrill and Co. has so far advanced towards completion that the firm have taken poaaeaßioa, and announce that ,the formal opening will take plaoe to-morrow (Saturday), when they will be pleased to show those who may favor them with a visit over their premises, of which they may well feel proud. The front shop and show room is a large well lighted brick building, the front at the present time containing the two largest panes of plate glass m Ashburton. Behind these are the Btook, store, and work rooms, including a convenient cabinet-making shop, the whole running back about 120 feet from Tancred Street. The stock is heavy, varied, and well chosen, and worthy of inspection. To-morrow afternoon the firm announce that tea will be dispensed to all who may favor them with a call. It is to be hoped that the enterprise of the firm will be duly rewarded. Heller's Mahatma Company. — At the Oddfellows' Hall this evening the Heller Mahatma Company will give their first per formance after an interval of four years. The interesting, mystifying and amusing clasß of entertainment then provided by the artistes who are still members of the combi nation cannot have been forgotten by the large numbers who enjoyed their perform ances. People like to be bamboosjled, hum bugged, bewildered, and Mr G. W. Heller is jusb the man to do it and make them laugh meanwhile, while Madame Heller's particular art ia one that would have consigned her to the Btako not bo many centuries ago ; now it only gives rise to creepy sensations and grave ponderings as to how ib is all done. Mr Percy Abbott will be remembered for his catchy little songs with banjo aocompani mc-nt. Contemporaries speak m laudatory terms of the novelties the company now bring. One is the biograph, which is said to be an improvement pn the kinemetograph, bringing out the pictures much larger, with clearer definition, and without the vibration that was wont to make the spectator feel as if his liver was very much m charge. A butterfly or sun dance by Miss Vera Hare lock is also highly spoken cf, the evolutions of the lady being considered extremely graceful. These and other illusions and delusions make up a long and good evening's amusement, whioh will no, doubt attract « large audience. The Dargai Pi*eb Herder — Singe the admission of Private Findlater, one of the heroes of the Heights of Dargai, to Netley Hospital (says the London Daily News of April 1) he has received large numbers of oongratulatpry and flattering messages from all parts of the country. Some of the letters are of a mos-t remarkable description. One lady, evidently smitten with the heroic conduct of the gallant soldier, has offered him her hand, heart, and substantial fortune. A Yorkshire nian Bays he is prepared to devote his modest savings to secure an inter view with the distinguished Highlander, and at least three theatrical companies are competing for the exclusive rights to secure his services, for which they offer substantial recompense. J?indjt»ter has, however, reserved his decision until the arrival of his fellow-piper, Milne, to whose heroic conduoc at Dargai he pays the most unselfish tribute, fililne was, he says, playing "Cock o' the North '■> when the heights were stormed, and Findlater himself was piping the regimen tar march past. Milne was shot through tho lungs, and is still far from being convalescent j but ;b is expepted that after his arrival the bracing air of the Solent will speedily restore him. Findlater was shob m the ankle, the bullet ploughing through the limb And striking the heel of his other boot, which was torn away, and the toes badly injure^. He is now well on the way of recovery, and Q»n get about) without) the aid p|Qrnfcob,e|, ,

Chinese Mission. — Mr C. Strong, of the Chinese iniseion, will conduct the service at the Presbyterian Church on Sunday evening. After that service he will hold another service m the Oddfollows' Hall, at which the members of the local Chinese Church will i sing Sankey's hymns and melodies m their native tongue. There will be no collection, and all are invited to hear what the missionary has to say about his work among the celestials. Carnival Week.— The Press Bays— lt is intended to try and induce the A. and P. Association and the C.J.C. to hold their cirnival week m December of 1900, instead of November, so aa to work m with the Jubilee Exhibition of that year. Australian sportsmen have lona lamented that, owing to the Melbourne Cup* 1 and the New Zealand Cup bsing run about the same time, they were unable to see our great race. If the arrangement now proposed is carried oat there can be no doubt we shall see a very Urge gathering of Australasian sporting men on the occasion. " Perramds " Rainproof Cloth.— Soak ing Rain-Proof, Poms, Healthy, No Rubber — Sir,— We beg to bring before, your notice thia latest product of applied science. Its qualities may be summed up as follows : — Teat. — A garden hose turned on to simulate a heavy shower of vain miy be played on the oloth for an hour or more without penetrat ing it. Durability. —The rainproof quality is permanent, and will last as long as the garment lasts. Porousness And Venti lation.—Light can be seen through the cloth, and it can be easily breathed through. Healthiness. — Perspiration will not condense on the inside, as so frequently occurs m opaque waterproof garments and whioh is a prolific source of ohills, rheumatism, &c. When wet, garments made from this oloth should be thoroughly dried before a fire. From the foregoing it is obvious that a coat made from these materials is equally qffeo tive and muoh more healthy than a rubber ooat ; and m appearance, comfort and wear, they are equal to an ordinary oloth. Solioit ing the favor of your orders. — We are, sir, yours obediently, Craiqhkad and Bbbbt man. the leading Tailors and Outfitters, Ashburton.

MAGISTERIAL.

ASHBURTON— THURSDAY.

[Before Mr C. A. Wray, S.M.] The following case was heard after we went to press yesterday : — Civil Cases.— Light v Percy. This was an aotion to recover certain tools of trade distrained upon for rent. Mr Wilding for plaintiff, Mr Cuthbertson for defendant.— Henry Light said, while carrying 1 on business as a confectioner m East Btreet, he rented a shop and two back rooms from Percy, at 29a 6d per week. Sold his business to H. A. Flower, and Percy knew of the sale, and tacitly agreed to accept Flower as from April 4. Was frequently on the premises after April 4, but had nothing to do with the business. On May 12 got notice that the bailiff had Beizad certain tools of trade, and on May 13 gava notice to Percy through his solicitor that they were tools of trade and could not be seized. The tools were hand machines for making drops and other confections, and would be worth, second hand, £12 or £14. Claimed £20, as by the detention of these tools he could nob take any other situation. Was taught the trade of a confectioner by Mr Diggle m a fort night. Had been a grocer'B assistant), a draper, and a fishmonger. Had never given Percy any assurance that the drop machine was security for any debt owing to him. Owed the debt to Percy. — Mr Cuthbertson contended that this man was nob a confec tioner, inasmuch as he had given that up, and was a Jack of at least four trades. The drop machine had been lying about the place for some time after Light left. — Henry 0. Percy, tobacconist m Ashburton, said that up till recently Light was his tenant, and paid monthly. About the beginning of April be told witness that he had sold his business and Flower would become the tenant. Flower came into possession and witnr-Bs accepted him. Asked .Light for the balance of the rent acoount, and was told not to worry, as witness was fully covered by the drop machine stored on the premises, and which machine he said he waa trying to sell, and witness would have the first cail on the money when it was sold- Light waa m correspondence with one Littlejohn for the sale of the machine. By Mr Wilding— This was after Flower's tenancy began. Would be glad to net. the rent if he sold the machine, but Light did nob want to sell it, and wished to go to the North Island with it. — His Worship said the distraint should have taken place during the tenancy, which had not been the case. The machine must be returned, and costs paid by defendant.

COMMERCIAL.

METHVEN SALEYARDS.

The usual sale of sheep, cattle, etc., was held at the Methven yardß on Thursday The attendance was good, and an entry of about 4500 Bheep came forward, chiefly stores and breeding ewes. There were also a few cattle, horses, and pigs. The sale, taken as a whole, may be considered satis factory, prices being about on a par with those ruling at Aehburton aud Tinwald yards at laßfc eales. The following prices were obtained : — Fat Sheep.— Crossbred ewes sold at 8a j crossbred ewes and wethers, 13a Id ; crossbred wethers, X4s 7d, 14s Bd. Store Sheep.— Crossbred ewes m lamb, 4s 6d, 5s 6d ( to 89 j halfbred ewes, Bound mouth, 4s 9d ; merino ewes m lamb 4b 4d to 5s ; two and four»tooth ewes and wethers, 7a sd, 78 9d, 83 4d, to 10a 6d ; crossbred wethers, 7s 4d, 9s, to 9j lid. Lambs.— Crossbred 2s 2d, 3s Bd, ss, 5s 5d 6s 4d, 6a lOd, to 8a ; I three-quuterbred, 4s 6d to 6s 4d ; halfbrod, 5s lOd to 6s. Rams — 4s to 10s 6d. Fat Cattle.— Cows, £5 15s ; store cattle, 183, £1, £1 28, £1 10a, to £2 15s j 1 milch cow, £4 2s 6d. Horses -£24 and £28. Pigs.— Weaners, 4s, ss, to 83. A lot of sundries were cleared at full rates. The following firms were represented ; — N.Z. Loan and Mercantile Agency Co. (per Mr Morton), Messrs Friedlander Bros., Ltd (per Mr B. Friedlander), Messrs Hanmer and Graves (per Mr J. R. Bland), and Mr D. Thomas (per Mr R. Cartie.)

OBITUARY.

Mrs Alfred Saunders.

Mrs Sannders, the wife of Mr Alfred Saunders, died ab West Melton on Thursday. The deceased lady was born /in Reading m 1828, and emigrated with her parents to Nelson m 1844. She married a year later, and shortly afterwards accompanied her husband to Australia, where they made the overland trip between Sydney and Adelaide together, Mrs Saundcra being the first white woman to accomplish the journey. Mr and Mrs Saundera subsequently returned to Nelson, where they resided for many years before leaving on a prolonged visib to England. Jn 1872 they came back to the colony, and settled m Q^nterbury. Mrs Saundera had been m feeble health for some months, and her end was not unexpected by her relatives. The funeral will leave for the Wesb Melton cemetery at two oolook on Saturday afternoon,

RIFLE SHOOTING.

(BY ONE OF THE 300.) As there are number's of promising young shots m this district, .a few hints on the science of rifls shooting may prove of value to thorn on the range. First of all, steadiness, connected with unity between the eye, brain, and finger are very important factors m rifle shooting. This combination may be acquired at home, by regular practice at aiming and position drill. Position', at actual practice should be oarefully studied. In the prone position, keep the body and left leg well to the left; do not sp.ead the elbows much, but accustom yourself to raise the right shoulder as high as possible, and you will fiad the recoil less severe on the collar b-me. In aiming, be careful to keep the rifle from cinting to the right or left, or the shot will be sent to the right or left, and low. Grasp the rifla firmly with the left hand, placing the fingers entirely round the barrel, but thS of course you can only do when the leaf of the back sight is unfolded ; when the leaf ia folded down, you must be coatent with press ing the points of the fingers along the sides of the rifle barrel. By acoußtoming yourself to take a good grip the rifle is prevented rom being thrown upwards with the recoil. Dreaa.— This ahonld be looie and oomforfc. able, about the neck especially, or It will cause a twitohing of the mwoles, whioh will spoil the aim. Pressing the Trigger.— Do no* press the trigger after a prolonged aim. or the eye will most likely take a false sight. Do not put the pressure on suddenly, but accustom yourself to put pressure on to a certain extent whilst taking aim : and aa soon as you feel quite satisfied that your aim is true, a slight additional pressure will be sufficient. The minimum pull of the trigger m military matches is 61b, but it is better to have 6Jrlbs, as the pall is affected by the weather and the heating of the rifle, and a light pull means disqualification. Sights.— Mosb experienced shots prefer to take »JaU« B bt, as being moa * writable m all kinds of weather. This does for both the V and flat bar. Refraotion of Light.— The effects of this are only noticeable at very long ranges. Sun m rear at 500 and 600 yards, raise the elevation one or two degrees, and lower one or two degrees if the sun Is m £°^ fef J iß . also wiße fco lowe * the elevation if the light is very dull, as you are apt to take m more of the forewghC than YOU intend. Wind —With a wind blowing fresh to Btiong from either right or left across the fu ng if'iw 8 ! th « elev »tion elightly, because the bullet has a horiaontal trajectory as well as an upward one. Do the same if the wind is from any direction to the right or left of the target, because the bullet has not only the horiaontal trajectory but also the resist ance of the wind. With side winds, the more you borrow off the target the more you should raiße your elevation. Rear Wind.— The bullet meets with leas resistance m its flight with a rear wind, therefore lower the bar one to two degrees. Front and rear winds are very troublesome, aa they frequently shift from right to left, therefore be careful as to whioh side of the bdllseye you aim, watching the flags, or smoke blow ing from those firing near you, but m a wind of this sort it i 3 not safe to vary the aim much. Wet warm weather.— Lower the elevator two or three degrees from the usual 500 and 600 yards elevation. Winter and Bummer.— The average elevation m summer is about two to three degrees less ab 500 and 600 yards than m winter, and yet, though the elevation should be less m hob weather, it is neceesary m hot and dry weather to raise the elevation a half degree after the first two or three shots at each range, because the fouling m the barrel becomes hard and gritty, increasing the resistance of the bullet through the barrel. YouDg shota must remember that most ranges have their peculiarities. Nearly all the crack shots use the flab bar and wind gauge, bub this can only be done correctly by using the Vernier scale. 16 ia a good plan to keep a record of. each shot fired, also circumstances under which the firing took place— recording the make: and dateof ammu nition, weather, time, strength of wind, and direction, also elevation used. These notes are always handy for reference. Never lose an opportunity of shooting with the best shots you can find, as if you keep your eyes open you will probably learn something. It jsagood plan for, say, two young shots to work together on the range and compare notes, as they, aa a rule, do not get much assistance from those who have become good and reliable shots by constant practice and close attention through many years. N.B. These notes apply to the Martini-Henry rifle. *

THE MATAURA ELECTION.

United Press Association —By Electric 5 Telegraph mi. , x. , GoB1E » May 26. Jhe election for the Matoura seat took-' place to-day. The polling was not bo heavy aa at the General Election. Th« Government candidate polled best at nearly all the booths, and dosed with a majority of 387. The figures are m follows:— Robert McNab .. 1894 WF. Ward _ 150 7 Informal , m ... ... 14

CABLE NEWS.

Home and Foreign.

United Press Association— By Electric Telegraph— Copyright.

Obituary.

London, May 25. It was Sir John Thomas Gilbert, the historian, and not the artist, whose death was announced by cable. Delagoa Bay Railway. Capetown, May 26 Mr Cecil Rhodes has acquired Colonel McMurdo's interests m the Delagoa Bay railway.

Australian.

United Press Association— By Eleotrio Telegraph— Copyright. _ * The Cyanide" Patents. Perth, May 26 The Mines Commission's report urges the Government to take steps to protect companies from the imposition of further royalties m respect to the Me Arthur and Forest cyanide patents. West Australian Mining. The report of the Mines Oommis sion condemns the system of dual titles for alluvial leases. It recom mends mto* alia the appointments of Mining Boards, the reduction of mining rights to fijs per annum, the extension of pub.l iq hatterjes, ajid suggests the passing of a new Act, instead of amending the present! Mining Act. Scale Infected Fruit. Sydney, May 261 In connection with the refusals to allow the landfng of New South Wales scale infected citrus fruits m New Zealand, the Agricultural Department has informed the New South Wa'ea Jepartment that the fruit oan be cleaned by ruhhing with a hard brush, When so cleaned it will not come, within the operation of the New 2ea* land regulations. Death of a Smallpox Patient. Thurlow, the passenger by the Oriaaba, who was attacked by small pox, is dead. Rich Gold Discovery. Mblboui^b, May 26 A rich gold formation lias been struok near Warragul, 'one hundred feet wide. An assay gave 18? 7 oanoet tg tfce $on { * *

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F. FERRIMAN. TIFXY-XHJRIiiEI YKARS UIVINXERRUIPXIiiD | SUCCESS. his Chemical Prepartion is CARBOLISED as a remedy against the ravages of Birds, Rooks, or other Peßts taking the seed dressed with it, miS PREPARATION IS NOW BEING USED EXTENSIVELY IN THE COLONIES OF NEW ZEALAND, ACTS- TRALIA, & CENTRAL AFRICA. WHEAT SOWING. Best and Cheapest Dressing for seed Wheat, OARBOLISED. Patronised by THOUSANDS OF THE FIRST PRACTICAL FARMERS m the Kingdom. PERFEOT FREEDOM FROM SMUT. It isjaoknowledged to be*an|Eiitablished Fact thab D. CLARKE'S CAEBOLISBD WHEAT PROTECTOR (Name" and Label Registered under Trade - Marks Act, No. 13,796 and- 158,143) HAS BEEN USED FIFTY-THREE YEARS WITH UNDEVIATING SUCCESS IMPORTANT TESTIMONIAL. Wool Pits, Ledburv, Herefordshire, October *23, 1889. w Dear Sir, — I am pleased to testify to the efficacy of your •• Carbolised Wheat Pro- tector," having ÜBed your Protector for 40 years and never having grown a Smutty I Ear of Corn m my life ; therefore can con- fidently recommend your " Wheat Protec- tor " aa a Bure preventative for Smut, &o. — I a«n, yours truly, Mr GK B. Clarke. G. B. JONES. Prepare by G B. CLARKE, M.P.S., Manfbg. Chemist, Wubura, Beds., England (Proprietor of the Sheep Dipping Com- position.) In Packets containing sufficient to dnss Eight Bushels of Seed Wheat, Barley, Oats, or other Corn. AGENT FOR ASHBURTON: f\ FERRIMAN. FOR SALE. LOT 37, containicg half -acre of good land, fronting Trevor's Road. A capital site for a cottage, F. FERRIMAN. TO|THE. THRIFTY. FOR SALE, two shares m the Ashburton Industrial Building Society. The amount paid to May 9, 1898, amounts to £26 49, to which may be added the share of reserved profits £1 83 3d, which equals £27 12s 3d ; for which the sum of £26 will be accepted from a prompt buyer. The owner having lefb the district is willing to sell at the above figure. F. FERRIMAN. FOR SALE DRILL, maker, MoSherry ; price £6. Just finished sowing. F. FERRIMAN. FOR SALE DRILL, maker, Farmers Friend Machine Company. Price, £5. F. FERRIMAN. FOR SALE CHAFFCUTTER, horse gear and intermediate, by Richmond and Chandler, large aiz9. Price for the let £17 10s. j F. FERRIMAN. [ FOR SALE, a quantity of empty caeke, also five-gallon stone jirs, large mouths pro- tected by winker work, very suitable for salting butter m. F. FERRIMAN. notice! inn HE Runners who deliver the Guardian JL to regular subscribers will not m future sell single copies. These can be obtained from the runners engaged for that purpose, and the Agents— Messrs Jones, Sounneßs, Marsden, Williams, and Mrs Adams. NOTICE TO ADVERTISERS. A DVERTISEMENTS not exceeding juL sixteen words will be charged for at the rate of ONE SHILLING CASH. If to be booked the charge will be Two Shillings and Sixpence. Advertisements costing under five shillings cannot be booked, except to regular clients. ECLIPSE CYCLE WORKS STOCK TAKING SALE NOW ON. -OKflffc W °Rl'H of New and Second- oUUVJXJ hand Bicycles, Lamps, Bells, Saddleß, l'oe Clip*, Handle Barß, Tyreß, Valves, Chains, Chain Wheelo, Trouser clips, Weßtwood Rimß, flubs, Spokes, Nippleß, etc., etc., AT VERY LOW PRICES FOR CASH. Remember — «@-SALE ONLY LASTS 4 WEEKS. ECLIPSE CYCLE WORKS, BARING SQUARE, ASHBURICN, ■



■SHEEP WIRE NETTING. ; I SHEEP WIRE NETTING. :o: H T^ARMERS REQUIRING the above NETTING wouM find it to their Advantage to obtain Our Price before purchasing elsewhere; • ■ 56 Doz-n PLOUGH SHARES. I HORNSBY <fc RANSOJVIE!?, AT REDUCED PRIOES. H CASTOR OIL, Valroline, Lubricating Oils, Raw and Boiled Linseed OHb and Turpentine, always m Stock. {Large Assortment of Kettles, Sauoepanß and Euamelware, at Cbristchurch Priceei ' Sp'endid Value m Cutlery, Spoons, Forks, etc. I 'TEA. TEA. TEA. I ITfrY OUR CELEBRATED S (In Diamond) BRAND PURE CEYLON TEA, H Only the Choicest Orange Pekoe Teas are uaed for this packet. A Coupon will be ■t found m every lib packet. I GORE "THISTLE" BRAND OATMEAL. Absolutely Pure. ■ FLOfJB, SHARPS AND BRAN at MILL PRIOES. H A Large and Well Assorted Stock of Wines and Spirits. H Cheapest House m Aahbucton for Groceries, Crockery, and Hardware. H Goodi delivered daily. Orders by Post promptly attended to. H — — :o.— — I SHEARMAN BROS., I 6BOCERS, IRONMONGERS, & WINE AND SPIRIT MERCHANTS, I MARKET HOUSE, BURNETT STREET, ASHBURTON, I Telephone No. 53. ■ \^7E Beg respectfully to notify our Customers and the Public ■ generally f that our Stock is now thoroughly complete with I Autumn and Winter Goods, each and- every Department being ■ replete with choice and useful goods for the Season. We would \ draw special attention to our Afantle and Jacket Department, m . which we have the Largest Variety and Best Value it has yet been our pleasure to submit. Inspection cordially invited, MITCHELL & TURNER. ISO PATTERNS IN JFI^AIVINICLJL.ETTKS. 3d to Is 2d per Yaid to Belect From. Best Possible Value For Money. INCANDESCENT GAS-LIGHT. (WELSBAOH PATENTS). GBEAT BEDOCTION IN PRICESJ i ■ HAVING made Special and more Advantageous terms with the Australasian Insandescent Gas Light Company, Ltd., and being appointed Sole Agent for Ashbutton, I am now able to offer you these burners at the following reduced prioes :— C BURNERS, PLAIN, COMPLETE, 15s KACH. C BURNERS, "AVON," WITH BYE PAS 3, 17s 6d EACH. N BURNERS, PLAIN, 10j EACH. N BURNERS, WITH BYE PASS, 11s 6d EACH. Mantles for above are now reduced to 2s 6d each, fto Householder can aflord to be »Dy longer without the Incandescent Light The 0 Burner gives FIVE (5) times ihe light of an ordinary gas burner with consumption of less than TWO-THIRDS of the gas. The N Burner gives DOUBLE the light of an ordinary gas burner, with a con- sumption of gas less than ONE-THIRD of the gas. FOR FULL PARTICULARS APPLY TO W. J. ADAMS, PLUMBES AND GASFITTER, BURNETT STREET, ASHBURTON, SOLE AGENT FOR ASHBURTON. 4 99 TREMENDOUS CLEARING BOOT SALE. FOR ONE MONTH, ia THE &AJLJE2 IS NOW ON -m THE ZEALANDIA BOOT STORE IS NOW HOLDING THE GREATEST BOOT PALE OF THE SEASON. BOOTS! BOOTS!! THE Following Prices are FORTY PER CENT, under COST PBIOE :— Ladies' Prunella House Boots ... from 4/6 Ladies' Pretty Glace Strap Walking Ladies' LaßtiDg Slippers ,2/11 Shoes ... 4/U Children* Pattnt Straps (4 to 6, Men'a Kip Boots (T. und H. Tips and and 10 to 1) 3'9«d4/6 Naile) 8/11 Ladies' Pretty Glace Kid Shoos only 4/11 Children's Ankle Straps .... ... from 1/- Boys' Kip Lace Boots (T. & H. Men's Bluchers only 4/11 Tips and NaiJs) 4/11 Men's Felt Slipperß 1/6 Children's Warm Slippers 1/- LADIES' aTROKG LACE BOOTS (Grand Value) ... only Gh 11<J. OTHERS MAY Follow" BUT WE LEAD. gjJJ* We have no Old Stock ; Our Goods are the Best. <gr REMEMBER J THE ZBALATSDIA BOOT STOKE is now Slaughtering the Finest- Stock of Boots and Shoes m Canterbury. This is the sore of Sale that makes the Mothers Smile «<mx: BAR£.ir Ann avoid the incAii. Don't Forget the Address— JAMES MELLOK, SUAUHDXA BOOT SZQJtJS, TAHCR&D $ m<^ A£g B VRXQN,