Ashburton Guardian Magna est Veritas et Prævalebit. SATURDAY, JUNE 30, 1900. A PAPER FAMINE.

There 18 a paper famine at tho present time due to a curious combination of circumstances that has never happened before, and will probably never occur again. Cheap paper is nowadays msde from wood. A mill ia erected near a J stream in the big forests of Canada, the United States, Sweden or Norway ; trees are cut down, floated to tho mill on the surface of the river, and reduced to pulp by machinery driven by wa fer« power, which the river providep. This pulp ia then sent to the paper mill in England or elsewhere. Now, in all the countries named there have been two excessively dry suinnaerj, with the result that the streams have been very low, and the pulp faotorteu have been able to turn out their full quantity of material and to get up their stocks against the winter months, as during the winter it ia impossible for them to work, owing to the rivers being frozen. Coincident with this has been nn «normously increased demand in the United States last year owing to the Spanish-American war, and in Great Britain this year owing to the South African war. Tho shortage of i wood pulp has been accentuated by ' the advance in the prices of chemicals;, which has led to a substantial increase in the cost of making papttr, and also by the rise in coal, two to three tons of which are needed to make one ton of paper. Other cautea which have increased the difficulties of the situa tion are the rise in the price of labour, due to the calling out of the Reserves, and enhanced rates of freight, owing to the utilisation of steamers for transport purposes. Increased demand and de creased supply can only mean prices soaring skywards ; and thus it ia that the paper question has become a very vital one with newspaper proprietors, And not only for them, but for the manufacturers of the cheap papers that are used to make sugar bags, and for hundreds of other purposes, which have increased proportionately in value. Brown papers, for instance, have advanced almost as much as " news."

Local and General.

* # * On the fourth page to-day will be found the Farmers' Co-operative Association's quotations of the Ashbnrton grain market, and Messrs Friedlander Bro?.', Ltd, report of the Ashburton live stook market

The Railway Accident—James Francis, who was found with a fractured sku'.l on the railway line at Addington on Wednesday night, died in the Chrietchurch hospital yesterday.

Candidates fob the Waikbmo Seat.— Messrs fc'cobie Mackenzie, of Dunedin, and James Arkle, of Palmerstera, are mentioned as likely candidates for the Waihemo seat.

ASHBOBTQN AOBICUIiTUBAL AND PASTOBAL Association—Attention is directed to the faot that the annual meeting of the members of this Association takes place io the office, Arcide, on Tuesday, July 3, at 2 p.m.

Bowling —The tournament of the New Zealand Bowling Association wit! be this year held in Ohriatchuroh. Ah it ia jubilee year, it is probable that the tournamaot wil[ be held earlier than February, the month ordinarily ohosen.

Pirates' Footbaia Cltjb —A committee meeting of the Pirates' Football Club was hell last evening, Mr D. Wilson in the chair. Oae new member was elected. The secretary was instructed to arrange a match with the Dansandel Club, at Ashburton, for Thursday, July 12, and one with the Springburn Cub and a Second Fifteen for the following Thursday. It was decided to hnld the C'.ub'a Annual Bill on August 1, which will be advertised in due caurse. The meeting then adjourned.

Tbkb Planting.—A recent isaus of the Press says:—An inspection of the plantations made last season on Kaiapoi beach and at Waikuku shows that the pines planted by Mr J. Porter, of Ashburton, for the Canter bury Plantation Board, have taken well, and the percentage of losses has been compara t vjly small. The replanting of ths trees which missed at Kaiapoi and Waikuku has now bfen completed, and it is evident that in a few years there will be a very fine growth of trees on the hitherto waste sand hills.

A New Zealand Sikger,—Mrs Howie, of Christ church, who is on her way to Europe, has been singing at the recitals given by the Rev. Charles Ctaik in Sydney and Mel bourne. Concerning Mrs Howie, the able critic of the Age writes;—"lf she had not been announced as Maori everybody would have taken her for a handsome Jewess, of Spanish or Brazilian lineage. Her voice is so even, so pood, so melodious, and bo power* ful—and withal so unspoiled—that a little finishing training in Europe should lift her to the top of the tree. As it is, ehe can give points to moat of our vocalists,"

Presentation.—Just before Mr J. T: Parsons left Ashburton several of the lead ing business men met in the office of Messrs Friedlander Bros, to mark their appreciation of the courtesy and ability with whioh Mr Parsons bad oonduoted the business of the Ashburton station, Mr Hago Friedlander occupied the chair, and said that the commercial community of Ashburton had always received the greatest consideration and satisfaction whenever they applied to Mr Parsona for their requirements. He had pleasure in testifying oo thia on account of his own firm, and Messrs Thomas, Hanmer, Hobarb, Niooll Bros., Malcolmson, of the Faiifiald Works ; and Mr Stammers, of the refreshment rooms, entirely endorsed the remarks of the chairman. A purse of sovereigns was then presented to Mr Parsons, who suitably replied, and the meeting closed with a good farewell and good wishes to the recipient. A hearty welcome by all present was accorded to the new etationmaster.

1.0.0 F., M.U.—Tha ha'f-yearly meeting of Loyal Ashburton Lodge, 1.0.0. F., M.U., was held in the Oddfellows' Hall last evening. There was & very large attendance of members, including the District officers and several visit'Dg brothers. The N.G., Bro H. Thompson, presided. A considerable amount of business was transacted during the evening. The resignation of Bro J. Maynard as a trustee was accepted with regret, and Bro Thomaa Barber was elected to fill the vacancy. The election of officer* for the ensuing term resulted as follows:■—N.G., Bro John Newman ; V.G., Bro W. Thomp son ; G.M, Bro H. Thompson; E.S., Bro G. Stribling. The installation of officers will take plaos next lodge nighb. During the evening four new members were initiated into the Order, and two proposed for membership. Siok pay, amounting to £8, was passed to members on the sick list. The District officers congratulated tha lodge on the progress the Oddfellows' lodges were making in the district, and stated that they had opened a new lodge at Methven on Thuniday night last. They hoped the brothers would attend the lodge meetings as often as possible, to assist the officers to carry out their duties. It was decided th*b the lodge celebrate its 27th anniversary by a social, on a date te be fixed by the Com mittee, which will be duly advertised. The receipts for the evening amounted bo £95 14a 6d, including hill returns £20 10*. After the lodge was closed, a refreshment social was held, and a most enjoyable two hours were spent, the District G.M., Bro W. Soal, presiding. Several toasts were proposed and duly honored, and some capital songs rendered. A vote of thanks to tha Committee who had undertaken the arrangements of the catering, and the sing ing of Auld Laugsyne, closed a, most pleasant gathering.

Prb byxkkian Chwbch—Theßev. William Grani conducts the usual services at the local Prefbytcrian Church, and at; Wakanui to-morrow.

An ' riDEMio—Colds prevail all over the Aahbnrton oounty at present, and in several instances^ severe form of this complaint has prosi rtraled a number of residents.

Thjb Whkat Market— The recent advance in the price of wheat created come discussion umongat farmers in Ashburton to day, and the hope was generally expressed that the present small increase wou'd be further enhanced, although the very latest news from Mark Lane announced a slight relapse of In per quarter.

Coal—An unusual f carcity of coal exists at present in the colony, due it is stated to wars, quarantine regulations and other it emu. The output ia the ooiouy it altogether inadequate to meet the demand, more especially with reipeot to Westporb coal, ttooks of which aro now very low.

Indian Faminb Fund—Mr Ferriman has received »n order from a farmer to receive hiadiva on Frees: ng Work shares, in aid of the famine fund, Mr Perriman will be at his office from 6.30 to fa.3o to give those engaged during the day, an opportunity to oontribute before he closes the months' sub* soription lint.

Tkohnioatj Education. — Attention Is directed to an advertisement in our columns, calling a meeting of those interested in tho formation of evening classes on the lines of the Technical Sohoole in our larger centres. As this i« a matter which vitally interests a largo section of the community, wo hope tho promoters mty have a large and repre* tentative meeting*

Fini.—A firs occurred latt; evening on the premises of Mr Ootavlut Digby at, Dlftbj's Bridge, about half past nine, by which * grain shad and poultry house were destroyed with their content*, some of the poultry «•• oaping. Four trap* were also burnt. There appeared to be nothing to show how the tin originated. But for a change of wind at an opportune moment, It would »>av<s been n»xb to impossible to t*ve the dwelling home and other outbuilding*. Ihe vigorous notion taken by Sir Dighy, assisted by many neigh bours, to whom Mr Digby offers his aoknow lodgtnents in Another column, were sue octtful in checking tha iUmes, to that the damage was confined to the item* above mentioned.

Farewell to Miss Chapman at Wim,ow« by—On Fiiday last the Willowby echuo! room was crowded on the occasion of a farewell social to , Miss Chapman, who for the past two years has acted as assistant) teacher. The chairman of the Bohool Com mittee, Mr S 8 Chapman, presided, and in an able manner referred to the qualifications of this teacher and tie respeat she had gained in the district. Daring the evening the chairman presented Miss Chapman with a gold aibert and pendant on behalf of the district residents, whilst Master Lisl handed her a silver pencil from the schoolboys, and Miss Kdith Watson presented a writing case from the girls. Miss Ohapm .n's suitable reply was received with applause, after which Messrs Lill, Stoddart, Watson and the Rev j D Jory referred in highly com plimentary terms to the assistant teacher, An interesting programme of songs, recita tions, and games were engaged in until a late hour, closing with" Auld Lang Syne" and three cheers for Miss Chapman. The following contributed items during the social. The Rev J Jory, Messrs Wheeler, X Wills, J Williams, Hayman, W T Lill, Watson, Harding, Hopwood, Misses L Wat, Williams, Mackay, and Lill.

"OUBSKLVES AS 'OTHERS SEE Us."~Our friends are generally too polite to tell as our faults ; but they seldom fail to observe the fit and style of our clothes. Young men who want to make good impressions, must bear in mind thab "'appearance goes- a long way." An ill-fitting suit is uneomforUbte, and an •' eye-sore "to your friends. Don't risk it! If you area stranger here, the nrib well dressed cittern you meet will gladly direct you to "The Lsading Tailors wher« you will always find a large assortment of * Up to date" suitings to select from, and where you can always depend on getting sitiefaction. The large and still increasing business done by Messrs Cbaighead and Bbrryman speaks volumes'. This fi.-m has just imported piobably the fittest stock of new seasons tailoring goods ever shown in Ashburton, including a beautiful range ff the new rain-proof Beavers and Meltons for Covert coats and Cheoterfisld overcoats, both fashionable and durable.

TRANSVAAL WAR.

Treacherous Railway Officials

I)e Wet to be Crushed

United Press Association—By Electric | Telegraph—Copyright j Capetown, 3 une 29 I General Hutton'a and Major-General Baden Powell's forces had a smart skirmish at the rear of Rustenberg, j capturing 150 of Commandant Syn man's commando and two guns. General Methuen expelled the Boen from a strong position near Vereenig- AH the officers taken prisoners by the Boers and since liberated, have been reinstated in their former posi tions, Lord Roberts reporting that no blame was attached to those who surrendered. London, Jane 29 In reply to the indignation expressed at the Cape, and the charges made by Mr Burdett Ooutts, M.P., Lord Rob erts suggests the independent working of the hospitals. He admits that there was abnormal sickness and hard" ship when the forces first reached Bloemfontein, bat directly the railway was repaired the requirements of the sick and wounded were the first con* sideration. H* adds that he has since heard that everything is. working satisfactorily. i Pretoria, June 29 i

Owing to their insolence and treach cry, Lord Roberta has ordered the Netherlands Railway officials to leave the country in three days. Capetown, Jane 29 The movement to crash Commandant De Wet has commenced. Already the British have had several small suc cesses near Senekal and Roodeval spmit.

How the Bridge was Blown Up.

(Received Wakapnaka June 30, 8-48 am,

This Office 9 S3 a m)

London, Jane 29

A report is confirmed that a force ©f Strathcona's Horse landed at Kosi Bay, in Tongaland, and sallying across the country; destroyed Delagoa Bay rail way. Thisjprobably refers to a cable of June 21, which stated that the rail way bridge on 'the "Delagoa line, at Hectorspruit, had collapsed, causing a suspension of goods traffic. The Boers suspected tnia was the work of escaped British prisoners.

Interprovincial.

United Press Association—By Electric Telegraph Wellington, June 29

The Oounoil of the Wellington Chamber of Commerce is asking the cooperation of the Auckland Chamber of Commerce in urging upon Government the rapid comple tion of the North Island Trunk Railway.

RAILWAY CONCESSIONS.

United Press Association—By Electric Telegraph Wellington, June 29. In reply to a deputation from the Agricul tural Conference, who laid before him the resolution passed on Tuesday, the Minister of railways said that several of the matters referred to had already been met by his recently announced reforms. As to the request for reduction in freight, that might come next year, as Government, by reducing passenger rates, had gone as far as it oould this year. He would, however, give some attention to the request for a reduction of the rates for oarrying drain tiles. The request to construct) weigh-bridget at country stations for the purpose of weighing grain trucks would involve a cost of abont £70,000. and that outlay could hardly be thought of at present, but Mr Ward under took to give Rome attention to the subject). He could not entertain the proposal that the Department should carry show ttock free, nor could he tee hit way to grant free passes to the judges doing duty at Agrioul- I tural and Pastoral Shows.

THE ISLAND IN THE SEA.

(BtOhas. W. PtraFMt.) One day we went a sailing o'er a sunlit sea, Our bark, as light ac were our hearts, sailed

merrily, The wavelets lapped and tared its aides caressingly*

AH through the rammer morn, nntil high noon, the fragrant zephyr blew, We heard Its breathings soft and low, we felt iti touch, we two t It sang to tit ii tender song, whose melody we knew.

We taw the teabirdt float along, the sea birds whit* and grey, Aaon the atbatrott stole down, anon he Billed away Unto hit kingdom loot, whore he doth dwell in peace alway*

We thought no more of hearth and home, wt drtnmed bat of tb« •«*» • Of all (he strange and wondrous things that in its depth* might) foe— The Mtrmatden, and Nemidi, and proud Amphittite.

The sunless city 'neath the waves, its name to man unknown, Where •ea-iprites dwell, and Hereof, and Neptune has his throne, And Triton moves the w»u«« with Ma conch's resounding tone.

But when the sun had oroised the Hot which parteth East from WeBO, Far off we saw a little isle upon the ooeaa'e breast; There peacefully, * beauteous thing, the little isle did rest.

And as our shallop, drifting slowly, opened out the land Thick wooded hills, with vales between, uprose on every band, While on the beach, invitingly, there lay the milk-white sand.

A serf which lulled the senses with iti long, continuous beat, Fell on the shore and shot its foam, save where a stream did meet The ocean with its waters, and there the twain like friends did greet).

'Twas here we let the vessel's keel rest on the yielding ahore, We leaped upon the strand, whioh Ocean's gentle tribute bore, And it, perchance, had ne'er been pressed by human foot before.

We wandered down a pleasant vale, and felt the languid calm That filled the place ; the trees diffused a rich odorous balm ; Strange birds, with blithe and novel tunes, the mellow air did charm.

We saw not how abe came, nor whence, but to our sight appeared A gracious njmph, whose mien was that of one who in the weird And mystic palaces of Oceanns had been rearac*.

Her eyes were like the light of morn, her shape was grace reveaTed. Her sheeny hair, in lustrous wave*, fell down and half concealed A vesture whose respondent hues no mortal loom could yield.

11 Come, rest ye here a little while," the radiant goddess said, " This ia the isle of bleesedneis—betwixt the quick and dead, And peace with calm delight is here for ever wed. 3'

The nymph's harmonious voice cirened oar tingling ear*, and made The heart's awakened fanaUi paint our cheeks a warmer shade. Then, as the goddess came, she went, ard from our sight did fadt.

Long time we lingered on that islt, »nd roamed its valleys gco«a ; We watched the casoade leaping down, we saw its light between The ancient trees that clothed tha hills and broke she cataraot's sheen.

We heard the rolling of ths drums, the drams of,human life; We heard the eager battle ories, the ories of human strife; But they were far-off, ghostly sounds—dim echoes without life.

Oar petlaive souls responded not to these low murmuring*, The golden viuged hoars flew by, on soft and lulling wings, And Fanoy wovt an endless skein of bright imaginings*

One evening, as the sun Bank down njwn his taffronbed, And o'er the island ani the sc» a wai'ng light

was shed, While Night began Ibi mantle dark aoroii the sky to spread,

We launched our little bark agate; the planets gleamed on high; The billows shone with glittering sparks, the foam went flushing by, As we sailed back unto the shore we* left so merrily.

Far off we saw the warning beam*—the beacon's splendid ray, And then appeared the many lights that twinkled round the bay, The dark hulls of the ships that rode where we had sailed away.

The anchor dropped, the sail was furled ; the town was on our lee; Once more we breathed the busy air that breathes humanity, . But always Bhall our hearts desire the island in the sea.

— Canterbury Times

CANTERBURY COLLEGE

Diploma D*y

United Press Association-By Electric

Telegraph (jhristchukch, June 29

The Chancellor of the University to-day conferred the degrees and diplomas on the graduates of Canterbury College. The list of graduates is as follows:—Masters of Arts, Ellen Miriam Allen, third class honors in languages and literature; John S. Cooper, first-class honors in mathematics and mathe matical physics and first-class honors in physical tcienoe; Ethel M. Gibson, third class honours in languages and literature; Edward J, Parr, second class honors in languages and literature. Baohelor of Music, Alice M< G. McLean and M. Rowley ; Bachelors of Arts, John J Adams and Annie Blennehassett, To be conferred in Anokland, Janetta M. Hornsby, Ethel M. Jaoobson, Michael C. Keane Senior scholarship in mathematics, Edmund B. R» Prideauz; senior scholarship in Latin, Elizabeth M. Rowley, Marjory A« Williamson, Bachelors of Laws, Edward B. Moore, Kenelm Neave, and Reginald Vincent. The ceremony was practically boycotted by the undergraduates, who only entered the hall before the degree* were conferred, and retired io a body immediately after,

ANTARCTIC EXPLORA TION.

The Southern Cross Expedition

By Sir George Newnks.

United Press Association—By Kleotrlo Telegraph—Copy right Sydney, June 29

When the iceberg fell into the sea, a tidal wave followed, and Borchgrevinck and Jensen had a narrow escape from being dashed to pieces, and were only saved by a projecting ice slope. How ever, they were considerably knocked about. Mount Terror was not in activity, but smoke was occasionally emitted from the crater of Mount Irebue.

On March 17, latitude 78 84 S. was reached. 'Jhe party landed, and Borchgrevinck and Oolbeck proceeded southwards, reaching latitude 78 50, the furthest south ever reached by man. On March 20 the voyage was resumed, and on April i t the reeiel anchored at Stewart Island.

PARLIAMENT.

United Press Association—By Electric

Telegraph

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.

Wellington, June 28 Tho House met at 2.30 p m KELLY'S CASH

Mr Fowlds gave notice to ask if the Government were aware that the man Kelly, who was sieged to have died of bubonic plague, had been ill for six months previously suffering from blood poisoning. THE HON. JOHN MCKKNZIE

The Premier made a statement; that the Hon. Mr McKeczie had foimal'y resigned his port'otio as Minister of Lands, In reply to the formal announcement .of rerignation the Governor -.forwarded a memorandum stating that he regretted the resignation, and remarking that the duties of the various portfolios he held had been well carried out, especially that of Minister of Lands, and that the relations b9tween the Minister and himielf had been from the first of a most cordial character. The Premier said thac he felt keenly the separation. At one time he thought only one thing could separate his colleague and himself; ihe will of Parliament or Mr McKerzie's death. 'There was a feeling among the party that Mr McKerzie should not have resigned. He (the Premier) under all circumstances was of that opinion, but Mr McKenzie, with that independence that characterised him, thought otherwise. The motion was adopted without dissent*. LBAVE OF ABSBNCE

Leave of absence was granted to Mr McLachlan and Mr O'Meara for one week. FIRST READINGS A number of Bills were read a first time. MORTGAGES BILL

Major Steward moved the stoond reading of tho Mortgages Bill, which was designed to enable a more simple form of effecting mortgages, the amount) secured to be In creased or reduced or vacated by endorse ment. The mover quoted cases showing the large sum charged for mortgage under the present Jaw The amount of mortgage may be increased or reduced by a memorandum endorsed thereon, or annexed thereto Mr McNab supported the Bill, but doubted whether mortgagees would be satisfied with the security efftred Mr Barclay doubted if the Bill would result in the coat of mortgages being reduced Mr R McKarsie thought, that the faot of so many members of the legal profession supporting the Bill was a matter for bus* pioion, and he would look very carefully into it when the measure reached committee

The second reading was carried on the voices ABSOLUTE MAJJBITT BILL

Mr McNsb moved the second reading of the Absolute Majority Bill Mr McKet>z:e opposed the Bill, and eon ■idered that the Government should have given the House a lead on the subject The debate waa interrupted by the 5.30 p.m adjournment The House resumed at 7.30 Mr Smith said that the Bill would simply tend to complicate elections, and on that ground he would oppose it Mr Uttnan supported the Bill. Under the present law a large number of electors were often unrepresented. Under the Bill the contingent vote rendered necessary a second poll Mr Fisher said that in theory the system proposed in the Bill was perfect, but in practice it was utterly impossible. Even in the present simple method of conducting elections many people had to be instructed in the way to vota. What would be the result if the complicated system proposed in in the Bill were adopted Mr Ward said that he would oppose the Bill. The objections raised to the present system were objections that might be urged against the election of any body, No good reason had been shown for doing away with the present simple method of conducting the elections

Mr Fowlds said that the Bill was intended to secure the representation of the absolute majority, and as he approved of that prin ciple he would support the Bill Mr Millar thought that the Bit! was a great danger to the Labour Party, and he would therefore oppose it Mr MoNab having replied, the second reading was carried fay 36 to 23 REMOVAL OF WOMEN DISABILITIES BILL Mr 6 W Rmsell moved the second reading of the Removal of Women Disabilities Bill, which provided for women being eligible for election to any public office or position Mr Fisher hoped that the Home would not sanction this travesty of legislation, savouring of the perambulator and feeding' bottle

Mr Horntby advocated equal righti for the sexes; epual pay for women and Tor men for similar work The leoond reading wu carried by 30 to 21

The House rose at 9 40 p.m Wellington, June 29 The House met at 2.30 p.Yn The Speaker read the resignation by the Hen John McKenzle of the Waihemo seat

On the motion of Mr Seddon, who ex* pressed his regret ab the resignation, the Speaker was authorised to Issue th«* writ for a fresh election to fill the vacancy An Imprest Supply Bill for £470,000 was passed through all its stages Answering questions, The Minister said a Fair Bent and Notions Weeds Bill would be introduced The question of federation would be enquired into

The Home adjourned at 5.30 p m . The House resumed at 7.30. The Industrial Conciliation and Arbitra tion Bill was read a seoond lime pro forma by 58 to 9. The Chambers of Commerce and Mines 1 Registration Bill was read a seoond time. IMPRI ONMKST FOR DEBT.

■Mr Seddon moved the second read ing of the Imprisonment for Debt Limita tion Bill. He explained that it was Intended to take away from the juriediotion nt Justices of the Peace the power to mak« ordeis for imprisonment for debt, aad vest the same in the Stipendiary Magistrate. The result of many orders made for imprison* meat was to drive a man into the Bankruptcy Court. Hearsed that the case shonld lie * between the tradesman and the debtor, without the intervention of agencies, who heaped up expenses. ' Mr Wilford pointed to the fact that on certain days the debt oases before the Court by agencies in Wellington numbered about 40 to SO per cent of the whole. Tne prin ciple of such agenc es was wrong. In most cases the creditors would make terms with a debtor, but no such arrangements would be accepted by agencies. Mr Willis was in sympathy with tha remarks of the previous speaker, but ob j cted I o the provision confining the opera> tion cf the Bill to debts not exceeding £10. Mr Hanan supported the Bit!. Mr Fisher said the Premier would, if be passed the Bill, earn the gratitude of a large number of the poorer class of peop'e foe relieving them from a feeling of (error, tyranny, and oppression. Mr Collins strongly supported the Bill.

Mr Napier supported the Bill, and said he had often regretted that members of the legal profession lent themselves to suoh work of torture by acting for debt collecting •gencier. Mr Atkinson failed to see that tha Im prisonment for Debt Act had failed in its work ; if so, it must be because those administering it had failed in their duty. At any rate, such a case as one of imprison ment for debt had never occurred in Wel i liogton.

Mr Smith contended that the evils of drink were as nothing compared with the sorrow and worry entailed by those leeohea of society, debt-collecting agencies. Mr G W Russell said the law at present was not against the honest debtor, bat against the man who, being able to pay, refused to do so. Messrs Hall, Houston, and Colvin also gave the Bill a qualified support, The Premier replied, and the second reading wee carried on the voicw. The House rote at 12 50 a.m.

LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL.

WEtiLiKOTOH, Juae 28 The Council met at 2 30 p m JIOBOHIC FI/A6CK P«BYI1KTIOH BltL.

Mr Walker moved tit* second reading of tfee Bubonic Plague Prevention Bill. Mr McLean condemned panic legislation, and feared that the remit would be to keep tourlsti <tway from the colony. He agreed that the Government required to take strong measures in such an emergency* Dr Graoe thought that the plagae oould be checked in any country if there was strict illation. There should be no difficulty in stamping out the plague in New Z;»Uu<i if they were fortaaat* enough to have dis* covered the first case which had occurred, and to have taken prompt and prf ocr step* for Its isolation. Mr Walker in reply said that the intro duction and passage of the Bill would show po»pl« «fc «. rfUtanco that the Government I were vigorously dealing with the *m«rgency which had arisen.

The Bill was read a second time, passed through Committee without amendment, read a third time, and passed. RESIGNATION OF THE MINISTER OF LANDS. A memorandum from the (Governor notf* fying his acceptance with regret) of the resignation of Mr McKeozie as Minister of Lands and member of the Executive Conn oil, was received. Nearly every member expressed regret at the necessity for Mr McKeuzie's retirement from politics, and spoke of his great ser vices in oonneotion with the land policy, and expressed a wish for his recovery.

ADDBBSS IN BEPLY. The debate on the Address in Reply was continued by Mr Pinkerton, Mr Gourley, and Mr Kerr.

Mr Walker moved the adjournment the debate.

The Council rose ab 4.50 p.m Wellington, June 29 The Council met at 2 30 p.m The Hon Mr Walker closed the debate on the Address in Beply, which was carried

The Lunatics Act Amendment Act; was read a second time

The Council rose at 4.10 p.m

THE CRISIS IN CHINA.

Heavy Fighting.

A Desperate assistance-

The Foreign Settlements Shelled

The Chinese Sept at Bay

Seymour's Force or Quarter Rations.

Arranging Terms of Peace*

Message From Mr Chamberlain-

Three Ships Asked For.

United Press Association—By Electric Telegraph—Copyright Hongkong, June 29 The foreign settlements of Tien-tain were shelled from the 18th to the 23rd. Slight damage was done, except in the French and British concessions. The British casualties numbered four killed and fifty wounded, including six officers.

Vice-Admiral Seymour, finding it impossible to cope with the hordes of Chinese, tried to retreat, but was surrounded, He then entrenched, and kept up continuous fighting till re lieved.

His force had only quarter-rations. Many were seriously ill from impure water.

Admiral Alexietf, with four divi sions of Russians, commanded by Colonel Schirmsky and an equal number of foreigner*, relieved Vtce- Admirai Seymour on Monday night.

A total of 16,000 troops have been landed at Taku.

There are indications that the Yamen is alarmed at the preparations of the Powers, and has ordered the suppres sion of the Boxers.

Li Hung Chang cabled on Thursday to the Chinese Minister in Washington that the Ambassadors were with Admiral Seymour. The Viceroy of Nanking was instructed from Pekin to announce that the Ambassadors were still there arranging the terms of peace. London, June 28

In the House of Lords the Marquis of Salisbury stated that nothing wu known of the position of the Legations, though there were grounds for hoping that there had been no violence.

Bbisbank, Jane 29

The Premier says Queensland will do nothing in the way of sending help to China. He considers sufficient troop* are available from India,

MkIiBOURNb, June 29

' A special meeting of the Cabinet considered the proposal by Mr Cham berlain to send three Australian war ships to Chios. A cable message was despatched to Mr Chamberlain assent' ing to the despatch of the vessels, also offering to send either by warships or special transport, within a week, 200 trained naval men and officers, with 14.1b quick-firing guns on field car riages. Sydney, June 29 Cabinet considered the sending of a warship «nd troopa to China, but the result of their deliberations have not been disclosed.

Tne following message, received by the, Governor o£ South Australia from Mr Chamberlain, has been distributed at Mr Chamberlain's request to the various Governments:—

11 The Admiralty states that addi tional ships of light draught, capable of navigating the Yangtse-Kiang and Other rivers are urgently required in China. No vessels of this clan are ready here, and it would take them *ix or seven weeks to get to Obioa when ready, whilst vessels from Australia could reach Hops; Kong in throe weeks. Her Majesty's Government will be glad, therefore, if your responsible advisen would consent to Ihe immediate despatch to China of three vessels from the Australian auxiliary squadron, one of the Katoomba claw, oue of the

THE ASHBORION GUAKDU& SATURDAY, JUNE 30, lfeOO



BELFAST AND FAIRFIELD FREEZING WORKS MANURES, ARE THE BEST TTIOR (TURNIP, RAPE WHEAT, AND ANY OTHER CROP. SPECIAL MANURE can be rawito for any kind of Soil, or description of crop. SATISFACTION GIVBN EVERYWHERE LAST SEASON. MANURE OAN BE SUPFLTFT) TN 1 Cwt. or 2iowt. SAOitS Orders received b/ JB*KIKI>I^A3MI>ISR BHOK, Limited., 1 £»A.VII> THOMAS, OR THIS .N.5Z.. PABMBBB 00-OA-UJSKAT/IVE JIBBOOIATION OF OAMTERBUBY, limited., CANTERBURY iFROZEN MEAT AND DAIRY PRODUCE EXPORT COMPANY. LIMITED. 8 30 F. WAYMOUTH Secr-t»ry. THE POLYPATHXC MEDICAL INSTITUTE NEXT VISIT TO* ABHBURTON. FRIDAY AFTERNOON, JOLY 6, 2 o'clock until 8 p.m. PATUBDAy, JOLY 7, 9 a.m until 2 o'clock ONLY. CONSULTATION FREE. GHANGE J3 HOTEL. POLYPATHIO, the NEW METHOD OF HEAIING, is the surest and most rapid System, as wJß^l*' i& cures with absolute ctrtainty each diseases as fr^rf JMfcfaC^fliJjPfdffi ancer ' Kpiiepßy, and Astbma, incurable under the iKsoSSBgfCTcBBiBgg old ajetem, as well as all Chronic and Nervous SM^^^^^S^. Complaints of Women and Men. MORE CURBS MADE BY POLYPATHY than any OTHER wSS^cSPE^EFii The wisest, best educated, and most enlightened Fe °ppc'c are dpiily becoming converts to those new /^^W^^S^^SS^^^Sm principles and methods which are supported by such r overwhelmirg evidence, bustained by the public, lA^§gEgs&S§S^HflEH who have had &n opportunity of testing the ;^BHBHs|9fPfl4 remarkable success of the POLYPATHIO SYS I EM. Their wonderful success has spread like wildfire I^KBMBj^MIBKKaIIBiy I throvgh an enlightened community, and amongst ]^BHHHBH§[i§S*: I tno!i!e w^° a<^ g'ven UP all hopes of ever being well f^^^s|Mfij^HHHSF I again, and they are by hundreds availing themselves igKßpmmF&lllMM of the POLYPaTBIC SYSTEM of treating Chronic 1 Diseases, which has proved to be the surest, quickest, tMH^^^np^j^glP^^"- [t and most rclirble means of Cure ever off-red an ffcaffl|^^^^^^jj!|: Lsh e»dv4a P Ld ireatment. Therefore we Bay: rh^WtW^ijaKlzy^r^S^'- Inform yourselvtß, you who are sick, write to the Z^_^^^^^^'^ 6 POLYPATHIO INSTITUTE, and then accept proofs :'"'' of the mysterious skill—mure convincing than words — that iSgposßetsed by the Poly paths. They treat all Female Ailraenta by the Polypathic Method, which does away with all examination and all local treatment* They also desire to impress upon all men who are suffering that they hsve the justly celebrated Hindoo Remedy, so well and favourably known in the Old World as the " Anti-Agnechal Tabloid Method." Ail deairing to tcut thts system will ha»e ■ach opportunity If you cannot Visit, WRITE for Question List to Christ church, with Stamped Envelope ami you will receive an immediate reply. Medicine pack d Free from Observation. Carriage Paid Parcel Post. THOUSANDS CURED ANN! "ALLY BY LETTER.



1900 WINTEK 1900 A SEASONABLE HINT TO THE POBLIC. TRt MITOBELL AND TUBNER for BLANKETS, * TRY MITCHELL AND TURNER for best value in ML &NNELETTS TRY MITCHELL AND TURNER * for LADIES' JACKETS, each one a Novelty TRY MITCHELL AND TURNER for all kinds and sizes of knitted UNDERWKAR TRY MITCHELL AND TURNER for DRESS GOODS and DRESS MAKING TRY MITCHELL AND TURNER for MEN'S and BOY'S CLOTH ING of every description. GRAND NEW PREMISES IN BURNETT STREET. NOTICE TO FARMERS. are GASH BUYERS OP PRIME MILLING WHEAT IN ANY QUANTITY Please take your Samples to the Mill We can supply Oornaacka at cost price. CANTERBURY ROLLER FLOUR MILLS. (ROLLITT AND C 0,,) «F. B, HOBART, Manager 17>.h MaHh» 1900



PUBLIC ISUTIOt!:. GEOj WORNER, Batcher, begs to notify the Public of Aehburton and ■urrounding Districts that he has com menced Business on the Premises lately occupied by O, Digby in East Street. First Olmi quality Moat always on hand. Small gooda kept. Families waited on daily. The Premises will ba opened on SATUR DAY, June 50, 1900. 6 17 MONJSI TO LEND. IH&VE Trust Monies for Inveatmenb in , sums of £500 to £5000 on Fmsi I Mortiush at lowest current rates. DAVID ZiUDER, 6 119 peered Street,



1 OAT£S, LOWHY AND GO. FOB Gas Lamps* 15s B&ofc« Shipment- of Hells and Carbide Just to Hand, DATES, LOWRY AND CO, Burnett Street) I



PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH. fTIHE Fervicei in the above Ch«rch, and X »i Wakanul, on SUNDAY, 24th June, 1900, will be conducted by Riv. Wm, Grant, Leestoni ST. BTJSPHEN'S 0 ii U RC H Ashbarton. THIRD SUNDAY AFTRR TBINIIY (Jaly 1.) 11 am—Matins Holy Uummuoion, and Sermon 3 p.m—ORKENSTREET 6 30 p.m—Evening Prayer and Sermon R. A. WOODTHORPE, M.A. Vicar



a §= ■- . < rf-. . * .1 PL, 3 * : « , st © HH «S 3 5Vq g°s 5! S hH r 9 -" 8 M" © w i•■ g HjH oooll^ pq "7. WILSON, HOUSE DEOOBATOE, BURNETT BTBEET. HAVING «oured the Barries of a first class Picture Framer, I am now in o. position to receive orders for all classes of PICTURE FRAMING. LABGE STOCK OV MOULDINGS TO CHOOSE FROM. Telephone 65; P.O. Box 16



RE TATTERSALL'd OONSCLTA TION. HAVING been seriously congratulated by a hoit of friends (nune than I thought. I had) owing to a, paragraph in your paper m winning a substantial pr;z>, I 'wish the public and a!! my friends to know that! am not the lucky individual referred to, and that such a trifle of £390 odd would not upseb my equilibrium as much as ifc hat dona my friends. The only thiDg that would annoy me would be for my friends to just drop in and give us an order for a Bath each, and thus compel us to employ more hands. This, I take it, would be a real friendly action of my numerous friends. 0. E. HARDLBY, Plumber, East Btr««b, Aahhurton. JfOK JSALjE. HARD to beat for good value for a Suburban Homestead and Poultry Farm—3s aores Grab class land, with five | roomed House, detached wash house, dairy, I and bedroom combined; both buildings aze on concrete foundations ; within two miles of Ashburton. Buyer can get £300 at low rate of interest, small balance will secure the property. 2$ Acres Land and 7 roomed House, Netherby, off Wakanui Road; cheap, and very ea6y terms. New Dwelling House, Wills Street) West, on i acre, Good House and J Acre Garden, Peter Street E*sb. 15 Roomed House and 3* Aores Land near j Canterbury Flour Mills. Several Gjod Town Sections, West Side , Railway. i Several Sections Koirton. i H. W. Barrett, AGENT, ARCADE, ASHBURTON. 6 147 HEOTOB MACDONALD, Sir Redvers Buller, Lord Roberta, The Natal Campaign, Capetown lo Ladysmith, Fight for the Flag in South Africa, Stories from the Front, On the eve of the War, Walleb of Kai Lung, Maker of Nations Story of Han nah, The Plunderers, Haromi (a New Zealand story), and other new books. The Siege of Ladyemltb, in 64 photographo. Pearson's Strand, Wide World, Cassel's Royal, Wind sor and other Magazines for May.—H# M, Jokes. mONKING'S Linseed Emulsion, which JL has come to stay in Ashburton ia a certain cure for coughs, colds, and ail chest complaints. Sold by all local chemists and grooars ia bobbles, Is 63 and 2< 6i. 3 2 BE in time at " The Corner for Flags Rosettes, Pabriotio Kibbons.—North cote & Hbffobd. SHEARMAN BRO:?J have largo stock Loasbys Wahoo, Benjamin Gnm, Koolibah, and Cinnamon Cure MOTHERS ! Have you delicate children who are always taking cold and sub* ject to croup I If so, try Tonking's Linseed Emulsion, which will cure where all other medicines fail. Sold by local chemists and grocers in bottles, Is 6d and 2b 6d« 3 246



Smoke New Verms Unequalled and Invincible, Woods' Greab Peppermint Care for Coughs wad Coldi, is 6d and 2s 6d