Ashburton Guardian Magna est Veritas et Prævalebit. MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 1899. THE WAR CLOUD.

At any moment we may hear of the clash of arms m the Transvaal, as the climax of negotiations m which the patience of British statesmen m a trying crisis has been without parallel m history. The civilised world to-day bears on its surface no nation whose rulers would have tolerated Boer insolence for one-tenth of the time Mr Joseph Chamberlain has spent io apparently resultless negotiations, or borne with the unconcealed and even aggressive truculence of those who hold the reins m the Transvaal. Had France been the suzerain power instead of Britain, the magnificent cavalry of that impulsive nation would long ere this have been squadroned on the veldt, And her sharpshooters would have been engaging the Boers m their own system of warfare. Had Germany been the paramount power her iron heel would by this time have crushed the rebellion. So also with Spain, Russia, Turkey, or the United States. From not one of these nations would Oom Paul have received a tithe of the considerateness that Britain has dis played towards him, and the patience and forbearance of each would have reached their limit long ago. But Britain, though undeniably the most powerful of all the civilised nations of the globe, as also, as shown by her conduct m the negotiations still pending, the most merciful and the most averse to war. Even now, though the tension is still great, and the war cloud over South Africa is dense and black, it would be bo surprise to learn that, as a result of the patient altruism of Mr Mr Joseph Chamberlain, pacific counsels have prevailed, and the Boers have adjudged prudence the better part of valor. But should war actually eventuate, those sturdy and defiant Boers will find a vastly different foe at their gates from the one they, had to fight m 1881: In that unfortunate affair the Boer as a fighter was held much too cheap. Both m Natal and Cape Colony those who ought to have known better undenated the fighting qualities of the Boers north of the Vaal, and Sir George.Oolley, while not himself holding the same low opinion of the enemy, allowed himself to be guided by the local estimate, and the disastrous results are matter of history, He essayed the task of subduing the Transvaal rebels without cavalry, and with a force absurdly small for the work it was required to do. When the Boers fa«e the forces of Britain on this occasion—if war must be engaged in—they will find the campaign con ducted on vastly diffare&t lines. A writer m Blctfkwood's Magazine con tributes an interesting article on tbis subject. The writer is a military man, and he points out that the mistake of 1881 will not be repeated, and the fullest allowance of credit for fighting capabilities will be given to the Boers. Mr Ohamberlain haa been industriously parleying for peace, but he has shown a firm determination to preserve that peace only with the righting of the uitlanders' wrongs, the fall recognition of the sovereignty of Britain, and of the equality of all m the eye of the law. While the Boers have been hardening their hearts against doing the justice demanded, the British Government | have been preparing for a possible campaign. Our cables have every week ' told us of some mew step m these preparations, and we may rest assured , that the struggle will not begin until there is a British force m South Africa strong pnough to carry on the campaign with reasonable hope of doing so with out 'serious check, and once begun a steady stream of men and munitions of war will be poured into the country. One point of difference between the Boer army of to day and that of 1881 must be kept well m view. Since that year a large portion of the public revenue has been expended on artillery of the most modern type, and on the importation of skilled German artiller ists to instruct ths artillery corps that have been formed. Well handled artillery is a powerful factor m modem warfare, but it is not everything, and critics differ m opinion as to the skill and training of the Boers m handling quick firing artillery. The Blachwood authority is sceptical of their ability to maintain a contest with the artillery of the regular army of Great Britain, and he points out that the management of field guns would greatly hamper the Boers m the guerilla kind of warfare they carry on. As was shown m a recent extract article m these columns the Boers are rapid both m mobilisation and movement, but this swiftness of aution would be greatly reduced when field gun» become no inconsiderable portion of the impedimenta. Still, they have the guns, and having them, can hardly fail to have some know ledge of how to handle them, and that being so, they will have to be reckoned with as an element m the army the attacking force must meet. The Boers lay much stress upon their forti fications at Johannesburg and Pretoria, but military men attach little impor tance to fortifications of the nature of those erected by the Boers. Their reduction is only a question of time when once the seige begins, and when the war has concentrated the Boer fighting men m these forces it may be said to be virtually orer. It is aa an active fighting force m the field, and pursuing the tactics which the bujrghprs have followed from the first, that the Boer army can do any real good for itself m the contest, but against a strong invading force, strong m cavalry, it is hardly possible that the war can last long. Vaporing field-cornets say that $0,000 men can be placed m the field } but statistics of population show that this is an exaggeration. Let us, however, allow the possibility of 20,000, and this is a liberal allowance, and place that fores against one double its strength, and composed not of irregular troops with but a poor train ing and not the best discipline, but a regular army, trained and disciplined to the highest point as the troops are of the regular army of Great Britain. And what can the result be? Then there is some talk pi the Orange Free State casting m its lot with the Trans vaal. Even if it did, being even Jess prepared for war on a great scale than r

its Transvaal neighbor, it could afford but little resistance to the British arms. And, beside?, it has a trouble of its own constantly menacing its peace m the native Basutoci. And should the Free State ally itself with the Trans vaal m a struggle with Britain, it would immediately have upon its hands a war with thcso natives, and forty itripis of a thousand well-armed men each would bain the field agains* them. One can hardly look at the situation from any point of view with out anxiety, and no one can predict what developments may be involved from it should war eventuate ; but it seems to us that the British authorities may be trusted to be fully ready for the work when they enter upon the campaign, and if force sufficient be sent to assert the power of Britain and enforce her behests, though the loyal subject may be anxious and uneasy as to the result, he may safely look the future m the face with implicit confi dence m the arms of the country and with that courage which is character istic of our race.

Local and General.

%* On the fink page to-day will be found an Article entitled v Are they dead ?" Cable Newt, Dreyfus cue, N.S.W, Politic, and Federation. On the fourth .page, the con tinuation of the etory " Nada, the Lily." Masonic. ~ The Royal Arch Chapter installation takes place on Wednesday September 27. All brethren are requested to attend. The Stamer Waikato.—Tha Waiwera, at Auckland from London, kept a look-out for the Waikato between the Cape and Tasmania. There were south-west and north west gales all the way across the Southern ocean. That TBR*ißLßPa«Hißit,— At Wangsnrai on Saturday, a man named Digga was fined £10 for assisting a prohibited person to drink liquor, by holding up a demijohn for him. Parliamehtart Wit.—Mr Scobie Mac kenzie : Will not time do it ? The Premier : Oh, time solve*, all things. Ib will solve you before long. Mr Mackenzie : It will solve me, will it? Well, it will dis-solva tha honourable the Premier very quickly. Thb Jubilee Year.—The Press gays—A good deal of interest is being evinced m con. section with the Mayoralty ot Christchurch for the ensuing year. As this term will include the Jubilee of Canterbury, ib is felb that an effort should be made toseouro the services of a Canterbury-born man for the office. Several have been spoken of m this connection, bub up to the present nothing has be<m done, though the time of the election is rapidly drawing near. Fairton to this Fobe. —We had the plea ! sure of tasting a tin of sheepa' tongues from the Fairfield freezing works on Saturday, and can only pronounce them excellent, and equal, if nob superior, to any prepared m the Australasian colonies; The whole process of tinning is carried oufa at Fairfield, the tins being made on the premises by special machinery erected for the purpose* Each tin is lacquered, and bears an attractive label. The first consignment of this new industry will be on the market immediately, | and will be obtainable from all grocers. All who have a fancy for thin little luncheon or breakfast delicacy should ask for Fair fi <ld brand, and so support local industry. Mr Malcolmson, the works manager, informs us that largo orders have already been received for this product of Fairfield. A Narrow Escape.—Atteabion has on a previous occasion beeu called to the dangerous practice of persons driving out of the Somerset hotel right-of-way at the Burnett Street end, especially'at other than a walk ing pace. Only on Saturday last a well known townsman narrowly escaped a serious accident at this point. He was riding along quietly on his bicycle, when a horse an i trap came from the right-of-way at a rapid pace. The gontieman on the cycle referred to managed to escape m a miraculous way, as tha horse and trap just missed him by a ahava. The driver proceeded on his way as though nothing unusual had occurred. Foot paesengerß are continually m serious danger at this point, and something should ba done for their protection. Leyitt m Church.—Bishop Grimes ad ministered a well-merited and telling rebuke to some person who was seen to giggle while he was describing a solemn incident. His Lordship was m the midst of his description with hand upraised when his eye fell upon the offender. Pausing suddenly, and folding his hands he waited until one might hear a pin fall. Then he said m hit most cutting tones: "I do nob think there is anything to laugh about m what I have said. I you have no respect for me, at lease you might show some for your Maker, m whose home you are." Doubtless this will act as a lesson, not only to the party referred to, butt to all of those who are m the habit of acting simi larly m places of worship, and it is much to ba regretted that the remark is of much more general application than it ought to be. The Footballer Abmii.—Numerous en* quirlea oontinue to be made at the Dunedin hospital regarding the condition of Alexander Arm it, the injured footballer, who (says the Star) is still very cheery and confident of coming out of the hospital as well as ever he was. On Thursday morning he did not appear to be so well, but he again rallied on Friday morning, when, as he remarked him self, he felt a little better. It is now close on four weeks since Armit was admitted to tha hospital, and, with the exoeption of having recovered some feeling from the neck to the lower part of his body, very little change has been noticeable m his oondition. The local agents for Messrs Huddart, Parker and Co. very kindly decided to throw their new steamer Zsalandia open for inspec tion on Sunday afternoon, the proceeds to be handed over to the Armit fund* Bishop Grimes' Mission.—The mission aauducted by the Right Rev; Dr. Grimes, Roman Catholio Bishop of Christchurch, m aid of the cathedral fund, has been remark ably suoceaaful. His Lordship announced last) eyenihg that this district had already contributed the largest amount towards the fund with the exoeption of one other, namely, Greymouth, which had exceeded £800, the Ashburton contributions having pa«s#d £700. The Bishop's addresses have everywhere been listened to by large audiences, repre senting all denominations. On Sunday morn* ing about one hundred young parsons, chiefly girls, were confirmed, and the address was most interesting and appropriate, His Lordship's illustrations being always happy and sometimes striking. The attendance was again large m the evening, the congre gation being seated m every available space. The Bishop tendered his thanks to the people of Ashburton lor their splendid res ponse to his appeal, and to Dean Foley and the rest of the olergy for their zealous assis tance. The musical portion of the service was excellent, the choir being assisted by some members from those of other churches. Social Reunion,—The f rst annual social reunion m connection with the Presbyterian Church at Hinds on Thursday last was a pronounced success. The Committee who planned, and the many willing hands who carried out, all arrangements and details so perfectly must have felt amply repaid for their trouble by the success which attended their efforts. Tea was on the tables from 6 to 8 p,m, and the tables, which were loaded with good things, were fully oocupied by relays during those two hours, the guests being waited on by a number of ladies of the district* Tea over, the tables were cleared, and the room was speedily rearranged for the social. The chair was occupied by the Rev J Skinner, who briefly addressed the meeting, congratulating them on the success that had attended their efforts during the p*sb year, and hoped at their next annual | reunion another satisfactory year would be reported. During the evening songs were sung by the undermentioned ladies and gentlemen, and greatly appreciated, encores being numerous but nob responded to owing to the lengthy programme:—Missea Pnibble, Bradshaw, Meharry, Anderson, Dakera; Mesdamea Button and Jones; Messrs Shearer; Mackay, Jonea, Cow, Robertson, Dakers, and Miller. The programme concluded m i the usual /wanner, and the gathering dis peraed to their homea, having spent a moat pleasant and enjoyable ayeaing,

THE DREYFUS CASE.

—_♦,—— . I United Prees Association-—By Bleotrit \ Telegraph—Copyright ] Paris, September 23 M. Zola m a letter to Madame, Dreyfus, scathingly denounces the Government's iniquitous weakness m offering mercy instead of justice, and declares that the Government were brembling before an arrogant faction, and were guilty of wilful blindness m imagining that they could pacify them. Liehabilitation, he addts, is necessary for France rather than for Dreyfus. The French participation m the all nations parade at Chicago has been withdrawn, owing to the American ferment against the Dreyfus sentence. Sydney, September 23 A meeting m the Protestant Hall, at which, tht attendance was small, adopted resolutions of sympathy with Drey fag and his wife, of admiration of the efforts made by Madame Dreyfus, Picquart and Zola, and appealing to the French nation to insist on full justice being done to Drayfus. A meeting of lsdiei decided to send a letter of sympathy to Dreyfus and his wife. (Received Wgkupuaka Sept). 25, 10*5 ft*m, GOABDUN Offloe 10 27 a.mj Paris, Sept 24 The Dreyfusards are indignant at General Gallifet's order to the army to consider the Ereyfas caid closed. It waa issued without considering his colleagues m the Ministry. General Gallifet's position is shaken.

CABLE NEWS.

United Pr«» Association—By Eleotrio Telegmph—Copyright LoHDOK, September 22 The Earl of Dunmore sails m the Ormuis. He intends to spend the winter m New Caledonia, The new battleship London has been launched at Portsmouth. September 23 Twenty soldiers at Aldershot are suffering from the effect of cheese poisoning. Sir B. Tozer, Sir Andrew Clarke, Mr Reeves, and Dr Cockburn, have started for Philadelphia, to attend the Chambers of Commerce Conference. They will also visit Ottawa and discuss the Pacific cable question. Mr Reevea makes enquiry into the con servation of forests', and prevention of bush fires. The New Zealand Shipping Com pany has declared a dividend of four per cent. Nbw York, September 22 The Btarving craw of the whaler Era have been rescued after spending twenty-seven months, icebound, m Hudson's Bay. Mblbouknb, September 23 The agents of the Houlder Federal lines of steamers have informed the Government that they intend to start a three-weekly service between Mel bourne, Natal, and Capetown. The first steamer will sail on October 21. September 24. The steimer Olaucus, coal-laden/ from Newcastle, had a narrow escape from becoming a wreck. A fierce gale broke.the propeller, and the vessel was drifting on to the rocks when she sue ceeded m anchoring off San Remo. The first officer and three seamen pulled ashore, though the night was pitch datk and a mountainous sea was running. A steamsr went" to the assistance of the Claucutr, and towed her to port.

FRENCH AFFAIRS.

United Press Association—By Eleotrio Telegraph—Copyright. Algiers, September 22 Max Begis fled to avoid a warrant for his arrest for murder.

NEW SOUTH WALES POLITICS

United Press Association—By Eleotrio Telegraph—Copyright Sydney, September 24 Mr Fegao, the new Minister of Works, has been re elected unopposed, owing to the nomination of his opponent being informal.

THE FATAL ACCIDENT TO MR McRACE.

With reference to the tragic death of Mr Nelson Moßae m the Hunters' Hardls R*oe at the Bnlli meeting, the Manawata Stan dard reports :—" The first hurdle ii exactly opposite the judge's box and the grandstand, and t»ll the horses, m coming up to it, were close together, racing for position and a clear I jump. Stilts m rising appeared to take off too far, and jumped into the hurdle, strik ing it with his knees, and turned completely over, landing on his head, breaking his own neck instantly, and falling with his shoulder and saddle upon the chest and f*oe of his rider, and so crushing him into the ground. In a moment it was seen that a frightfnl ac cident had happened and immediately the last horse had galloped past a rush was made by various persons standing on both sides of the course, and they lifted the horse off Mr Mcßae's head, when the blood poured from his mouth, and it was evident that the un fortunate gentleman could not possibly survive them juries. He was at once carried" into the Press foom, where Drs Bennett and Reid pronounced life to be extinot, and said that he must have died when he fell. Mr Mcßae had only lately passed his examina tions as a dentist, and last week had arranged for the purchase of the late Mr Tripe's business at Palmerston North. He was engaged to be married, and' this was to have been his last race m public. A very peculiar circumstance was that Mr Scott (the owner of Hangfire and other well known horses) wished Mr Moßae to ride for him, bnt m consequence of a dream a few days ago, m which he saw Mr Moßae injured, he would not give him the mount on Hangfire m the Steeplechase."

United Press Association—By Electric Telegraph Hawika, September 25 The funeral of the late Nelson Mcßae took place on Saturday afternoon, and was the largest yet «eea m this district. Wreaths and telegrams of condolence were received from ail over the colony.

THE TRANSVAAL.

Another Despatch to the Trans vaal.

Pause ia tfct Negotiations- Great Britain's Paramountcy. Peeling at tno Cape Delate m Parliament Mr Sohr&iners Action Ques tioned The Orange State An Explanation Demanded. United Preu Awooiatlon—By Blcotrio T«Ugr»ph—Copyright London, September 23 The Cabinet; decided to tend an interm despatch- to ths Transvaal, protesting: against the accusation against Mr Greene of committing a breach of faith and renewing the assurances that there was no intention to touch the independence of the Transvaal, also regretting the refusal of the last proposals, and declaring that the Government would proceed next Friday to formulate their own proposals, It is suspected that the delay till next Friday is with the view of allowing the arrival of reinforce ments now on their way to Natal. Tht Time* states that the starting point of future negotiations will be radically altered. Lieutenant Fitzgerald, a Victorian attached to the 11th Bussaw, proceeds from Bombay to South Africa with reserve horses. September 24 The interm pause m the Transvaal negotiations has strengthened the London Stock Exchange, and the Bears are purchasing stocks. The Cabinet's dispatch hints that the negotiations m regard to the franchise difficulty are closed. It is believed that a chapter, bearing on England's claim to paramountcy m the Transvaal, opens. The third battalion of the Grenadier Guards has started, ostensibly for Gibraltar, possibly for the Cape. It is affirmed that the Cabinet has decided steadily to reinforce the forces m South Africa. Oapbtowh, September 23 The British camp, forming at Mount Prospect, the sits of General Colley's camp when he attacked Majuba Hill m 1181, is intended immediately to occupy Laing's Nek, Afrikanders assert that the Boers will act on the defensive on the Natal border, but take the offensive along the unprotected Orange river. | A caucus of forty-nine Uape Com moners deprecated encouragement of the Boers, and endorsed Sir Alfred Milner's action. Complaints were made m the Legis lative A&aemb'y about Mr Schreiner's witholding rifles from the volunteers, Mr Schrelner replied that the arrears of work m the Commandant's office was responsible for the delay. Mr lthodts declared that some of the Ministerial supporters were guilty of treason. A complete Army Corps is being equipped to enabia Sir Kedvers Buller to operate with 5000 men. September 24 Sir Alfr< d Milner asks for an ex planation of President Steyn'a language at the recent opening of the Orange Volksraad,. Sydnby, September 23 A large export demand for oats for South Africa is reported.

Sydney Cats for South Africa.

An Irish Appeal. Troops for Patrol Duty on the Frontier. Excitement m Johannesburg. Australasian Help ia l£en< Received Wakapnaka September 25, 8.45 a.m., GuabdiakOffice9.3Bam) Durban, Sept 24 The United Irish Association at Durban has appealed to Great Britain to end the crisia m the Transvaal, A. half battalion of the |Lancaihir« regiment, previously stationed at Lady smith, and 150 Sappers, have been despatched on patrol duty to the Orange River frontier. A hundred Oape driven have been •enrolled at Durban to assist the trans port corps. Pretoria, September 21 The shop fronts m Johannesburg have been barricaded, and excitement is growing. A large number of fareigners have offered to assist General Joubert. (Reoeived Wakapnaka Sept. 26, 1.10 a.m. GvABDUur Office 10.5 a.m) Brisbane, September 25 It is understood that Government has received no confirmation of the acceptance of Queensland's contingent for the Transvaal, but preparations are being completed for its dispatch. Adelaide, Sept 2$ There are numerous volunteers for Sonth Africa Melbourne, September 2$ Mr Lyne informed Mr Turner that General French will attend the confer* ence pf military commandants, but it tnnst be understood that the New South Wales Government will not be bound by any scheme the conference may adopt.

United Presi A»Bool»tion—By Eleotrlo Telegraph. Auckland, September 93 Some of the Auckland Mounded Rifltt »nd Waikato Volunteers are prepared to go on service to South Africa.

ALARMING WHARF ACCIDENT.

Collapse of a Landing: Stage. Gallantry of Japanese Sailors. United Pmm AtsooiatloiH-By Weolrio Telegraph—Copyright Sydney, September 24 A terrible accident oocurred »t Cir cular Quay lait evening. A number of SumU/ ichoql picnicker* irere lan 4? ingfrom » ferry steamer when the staging collapsed, throwing lixty cbiildrea into the water, mostly boyi and girls. Many had previously landed .m safety. A iceae of indwribabja

THE ASHBUETON «lABDIAK; MONDAY, BEPTEMBEB 25, ltto.



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Seasonable Lines. Finest Separator Butter, fresh, li Id Finest Condensed Milk 61 Imperial Plum*, per lb, 103 Dates (extra quality), 31b boxes, li 6d " Siam " Blended Teat, la 6d, Is lOd, 2s 2d 11 May Pickings " Ceylon Bud», efual to any 3s Tea, 2% 4d per lb Assorted Jam, m lib Tins, per Dozen 4* 6d Homospathio Oocoa, id packet, Is per lb Pepper (pare), lib Tins, Is Biscuits—Rice 6d, Wine 6(3, Tea 6d, Zealandia Mixed 6d, Fancy Mixod td, Dessert Is (reductions for quantity) Water Biscuits, 41b tins, la 6d i Brown and Poison's Corn Flour 4d Goldea Syrup, 4lb tins, Is " Favorite" Washing Extract, 44 p»r lb Oatmeal (Gore or Timaru), 251 b bags, 2a id Beet Derwent Potatoes, per sack, 2s 91 We bar* just landed our new stock of GAHDEN BBEDBr ••Diamond Jubilee" Peas—6d per |pa*ke Is per lb. " Rer. Dc Stuart" Peas ~6d JperJ packet, ■ li per lb. < Eakly Rosk Potato»9, 121 b for li. Beauty of Hebron, 12ibs for Is And hundreds of other lines from Id to 2s 6d per picket. WANTED-Fresh Eggs, Bufcter, Honey &nd Beeswax. Top price given. CAKSON & CO., TEA MERCHANTS, GROOERS & IRONMONGERS. TANCRED SIREET, ASHBURTON. /"Yates' Garden Seeds, Agents for I Nelson, Moats & Go's Teas 1 Melotte Cream Separator [" Lovell Diamond " Bioyles 6 m Q fc " MS H w«^^ § I P-i cyj p^ >—s H H p^ s a£ . fjj § § fe ta Woo p: U H. UNDBIM j C* raDBILL : T H. UNDBILL AhO CO., XiIURNISHING UNDERTAKERS X 7 URNISHING UNDERTAKERS. TANCRED STREET, ASHBUKTON EVERY REQUISITE ON HAND. Polished Coffins a Specialty. A Choice Assortment of Artificial Wreaths m Stock. Private Address, Peter Street, directly behind Oddfellows' Hall; also care of Mr T. Andrews, East Belt. 3 """ E. W. HANMER. NOTICE OF REMOVAL TO NEW PREMISES. HAVING exchanged premises with the Farmers' Co-operacive Association, have much pleasure m stating that m future I shall carry on my business at the offices and Btore .lately occupied by the above As BOdation at the corner of West Street and Haveiook street (the Loan and Mercantile old premises.) BTORAGE AT LOWEST RATES. CORNSACKS AT CURRENT PRICES. 1 132 E. W. HANMER. ICYCLB for Sale, very Cheap—Good j second-hand Safety Bioyoie, ia first* class order,—Apply this office. ■ i



LAST FEW DAYS OF THE i GREAT REALISATION SALE A LL GOODS MUST POSITIVELY BE SOLD-8 IV O OJFFJEK ICEFUSED, W—S BARGAINS FOR EYERYBODY.J A. P. WILLIAMSON. TANORED STREET.



X ITTLE "ARGUMENT is needed m favor of the ivider's Selection of the WAVEBLEY BICYCLE to-day. It has firmly established its own place and reputation by yean of unvarying success. No Bicycle ever attained a higher degree of popularity or gave more universal satisfaction than the WAVERLEY of 1898. In the construction of the 1899 WAYERLKY, we continue oar policy of building the best possible machine, regardless of cost, and then .fixing oar price as low as the advancement m the arfc of bicycle bailding will permit. To the agent, to tho rider, to the expert, we again, fearless of anoseßsfal oontradlotlon, submit our claim for tho WAVERLEY of full equality with any bicycle built m the world. In preparing for another ye»r, we have retained the best features of our 1898 Models, making snch ohanges as the leßSoni of the season past have suggested m the way of improvements, and always with due consideration for the taste of the riding public In matters of detail and design. Our equipment has been selected with a careful regard for the requirements of the greatest number, and m the variety of accessories and options Is seftoiently liberal to meet any reasonable demand. We offer our Nos. 26 and 26 for 1898 ac Worthy Successora of a long line of Successful WAVERLEYS, confident that they will be accorded a full share of public favor. WAVERLEY CONSTRUCTION In roakinf the alterations necessary to keep m line with the changing reason's demands, we have aimed rather to elimiate every fault thafe has appeared m our 1898 construction, working toward the general refinement of the bicycle, than with a view to radical changes. FRAMEB Jt FOB&8, BEARING PAHTB. In out frames and fo^ks, we continue —— . the Qae of Albany seam 1 ess tubing with Our bearing parts ara all of tool steel forged steel flash joints, which wo con- hardened through m oil and ground to aider so necessary to th« highest class gauge, Further improvement has of construction, bat which are so little been made m onr patent sliding used at the present day. We also retain adjustment, which haa been uaed so the National forged hollow arch f»rk successfully for the laat two yews. crown. Frame linea are changed some- New detachable cranks and sprokeb what-, particularly m the rear, where fastening are Interesting and dis straight D forks are uaed. Bindii g tingui hvng features, and a now, self collar and bolb ab handle-bar and seat- oiling and silent-running leaf chain h»a past are discontinued, beinpf replaced been adopted after severe teats. by our own new expanding device of neat design and great efficiency. — ACCESBOBI2S AND FIMSH - We retain the National automatic Hub Brake, improved for 1839, and also "furnish a new fronb wheel Brake at a slight advance m price. Saddles of varying shapes and widths are furnished with both straight and coil springs.. The W»verley adjuatab'e"handle-bar is supplied m two widths and In rams-horn pattern. The pedals are newly designed for this season, Bimple and strong. YOU CAN have yopr HEPAIB» Thoroughly and Quickly attended to almost Reasonable Prices if you will entrust them tons. Wo make a SPECIALTY of STOVE ENAMELLING AND NTUKEL PLATING Of Rea'.ly First-Class Quality. In connection with orar Chriatchurch Branch we have built a Complete Eval»um« Oven and Nickel Plating Plant, which is under the charge of Mb T. WHiTFiatc, late of the Austral Company, ss that) our customers can rely on any work entrusted to us being turned cut m First-Claas Order. *sVm^' jlf -SUNDRIES- We have out opened a large Assortment of SUNDRIES of the Latest Patterns, Including— LAMPS, BELLS, TOEOLIPS, MUDGUARDS, LUBRICANTS, lie, — Etc 11 BOLAR" ACETYLENE GAS LAMPS, "20th CENTURY" ACETYLENE GAS LAMPS, SILVER KING OF THE ROAD, NEW HOLOPHOTB LAMPS, DIETZ LAMPS, EXCELSIOR LAMPS. A L So,— PERFECTION, BANNER, JIM DANDY, TOM THUMB, MIOROPHOTE, And Others.. OVEB TWELVE PATTERNB OF TOJHJ OX.XP®. We Have STRUCK OIL Which WILL VSKS m any Lamp without the least trouble or smoke. Put up m Bottles, la eaoh; equal to four of the usual 6d bottles. Also— LUBRICATING OIL, Which^will BobJ Clog m the BearingegJ— 1« per Bottle. JOHN OUR & CO., ASHBURTON. BOLBMAGENTB IN NEW ZEALAND FOR THE WELL-KNOWN WAVERLEY CYCLES. AND AT Waverley Cycle Depot, Sl7, COLOMBO STREET, CHRISTOHTROH.