Ashburton Guardian Magna est Veritas et Prævalebit. WEDNESDAY, APRIL 11, 1900. Local and General

* # * On the first page to-day will be found Tbe Game Laws.

Bank Holidays—The banks doingjbasineas in Ashburton will be closed from Thursday evening till Wednesday morning. An ad vertisement to that effect appears elsewhere.

Wesleyan Church Greenstrekt—The annual harvest festival and tea meeting in connection with this churoh takes placs on the 19th iost.

To The Fron_—We hear that Mr W J Baker son of Mr W Baker, of Ashburton, and nephew of Captain Dolmau, who has been in Dannevirke for some time, has gone away with tbe fifth contingent to South Africa.

The Value of a Horse—A defendant at the Auckland Police Court recently, when valuing his goods and chattels for the benefit of the magistrate, put the modest price of £4 against a horse he owned (reports the Star.) "Oh, come," said the Magistrate, '■ it would fetch as much as that for the hide and hoofs." "Your Worship hasn't seen the horße," said Mr Parr (defendant's coun sel), significantly. " But it's got a hide ? s-iid tie Magistrate. '"That's about all it has got," replied the facetious counsel.

OaMA.RU HIBHRNIAN SOCIETY, -^ T^ following handicaps for theOarnaruHiberniatt Societys Sports on Eatter Mond.y Bhould interest Ashburtonitos : — Sheffield Handicap, 220 yards—F Loggett, P Warburton, and I Oavidson, For; Jas Stephens 2yds, J E McTigue 4 yarde. The limit in this race is 10 yards. 75 Yards Handicap—J Davidson and J Stephens, ecr; J McTigue, 1 yard ; limit 5 yards. Bibernian Handicap, 2CO yards—Leggetfc, Wftrburtor t Davidson, scr ; Stephens, 2 yards ; li mir, 10 yards. Half mile-W Pi'cher and J Fechney, scr; Stephens 10yardB, Leggett 20 yards} limit 50 yardp. One Mile—T G Day, scr; J Fechney 20 yards ; limit 90 yards,

Recognition of Service—At the annual meeting of bhe Ashburton Riflas laeb eveci ig, Captain Dolman stated thab this year the company would calebrate its majority, which would be attained on August 15, the services of the company having been accepted on thab date 1879. Captain T Bullock, one of the early commanders, still retained pleas ant memories of his association with the company, and in conversation with Captain Dolman, had promised to celebrate the events in a fitting manner. To use Captain Bullock's words they would have a thorough "Jaberee." He (Captain Dolman) could not interpret the meaning of the word, but as ib had been eighteen years maturing, it would be like many other of that gentle man's offerings worth having and enjoy ing.

U.A.O.D.—The usual meeting of the Star of ABhburton Lodge of Druids was held on Monday evening. There was a fair attend ance, The Lodge was opened ab eight o'clock by Bro J. Gobbe, A.D.' Four candi dates were proposed for membership. Three offices having been declared vacanb through non-attendance Jof officers, the following Brothers were elected :—V.A., Bro F. Johnston ; V.A B.s, Bros iferris and Mul ford. The Brothers we; c installed into the various offices by Bro R. Marsden, DP. A grant of £2 2» was voted to the widow of a deceased Bro in Christchurch. Attention of members was drawn to the alterations in rul a of the order, copies of which were handed round. After the business was finished, songs were contributed by a number of the members, and tbe Lodge olosed at the usual hour.

Akier Many Yhars—Captain Dolman, ab the annual meeting of the Rifles, took the oportunity of welcoming Captain-Adjutant A. A. Fooks to the ranks. Captain Fooks had, many years ago, been an officer of the company, and had ocoupied with credit, the position of Adjutant of tbe old South Can terbury Battallion, but on its abolition or partial disbaudmenb, had been plaoed on the shelf. Major Jowsey, having accepted service, iefb an opening in the battallion, and he was pleased to announce thab Captain Fooks (now Lieutenant of tho Mounted Corps) had been appointed Acting-Major, and he felt sure he was as zsalous and capable as of yore. Acting-Major Fooks, in replying, was pleased to observe that the company was in a prosperous condition, and maintained its efficiency, which, doubtless, was due to able management by the officers. He had always taken a keen interest in the welfare of the corps, and outside Ashburton had always heard the Rifles spoken of in eulogistic terms.

Fabewell Social—The Rev R Taylor, who has completed his pastorate of the Wesleyan Church in this district was, with Mrs Taylor entertained at a social gathering in the schoolroom last evening. The build ing was crowded. The gathering also took tho form of a congregational meeting. Songs were sung by Mrs H N Hiskens, Misses Orr and Jones. Pianoforte selections were given by Misses Parsons and W Orr ; a duet by Miss Collins (piano) and Mr R Collins (violin), and a clarionet solo by Mr E Undrill. Misses Parsons and W Orr aoted as accompanists to the singers. Miss Addis gave a capital recitation, Mr R Alcorn read the quarterly balance sheet, and an nounced thab a small circuit debt remained, which ib was determined should be wiped off before the books were closed, Mr H M Jones briefly reviewed what had been done ab the recent conference ab Auckland. The Rev R Taylor said goad bye to thecongre' gation, thanking them for all the kindneHi extended to himself and family, during their residence in Ashburton. Refreshments provided by the ladies were handed round. The usual votes of thanks were recorded. A colleotfon was taken up, and it was stated that, with the amounts to 003»e in che circuit debt had been wipe, out,

Again on thb War Path.—The B,itish Weekly stateß that the C >mmittee of the United Kingdom Alliance have arranged with the» Rev Leonard M Isilb. of New Z -aland, to pay another visit to England nexß autumn.

Mounted Coups for Malvern. — The following telegram from Colonel Penton has be*-n received by Mr C A C Hardy, M H R, and hand d 'o ue:—" The Mounted Corps recommended by you in the Malvern distriot f-aa been accepted by the Government. '

Falvation Army. — The members of the Salvation Army hold a harvest festival, commencing on Sunday next, and canduoted by Adjutant and Mrs Rowley. A monstor tea will be held on Monday. On Good Fri day services will be held morning, afternoon and evening.

The Indian Famine—A Dunedin belegram at at ea that the famine Relief Fund there is over £400 As apparently nothing ia being dorm in other parts of the colony, the committeederded yesterday to commuuioate with the Mayors and local bodiep. Some money is finding its way to the Dunedin Committee from as far north as Bulls, in the Rangitikei district.

Canobb and Consumption —The Auckland Hospital report for the year shows that of the total number of 165 deaths in the institution, twenty-one were from consump tion, and twenty-one from cancer. Two other persons died from cancer jusb after removal from bhe hospital.

A Good Record — The vVanganui Col" legiate School has no fewer than forty-four •• Old Boys " representing ib in South Africa. The school is represented in each of the five New Zealand Contingents, as well as in several branches of the Imperial service.

Queen Victoria, a Maori.—An objector at the Thames Assessment Courb pub in her deolarabion bhe following senbenoe : —■•• Thab the name of Queen Victoria has been omitted from the said list (assessment roll), whereas Bhe is the owner, and ought to be rated in respect thereof." Queen Vicboria ia the baptismal appellation of a well-known Maori lady.

A Distinguished Visitor—At the social in the YVesleyan schoolroom last night, Mr H M Jones stated thab arrangements had been practically completed by the Wesleyan conference, for the Rev Hugh Price Hucthei to p*y a visit bo this colony. The necessary funds had been provided, and there was every prospect of the distinguished preaoher convng. The statement was received with applause.

The Drapers And The Holiday.—The drapers of Ashburton have decided not to close on Saturday next Tbe principal firms give their senior employees fourteen days and their juniors a weeks holiday during the ye?.r. They consider therefore, they oannot afford to close on the Saturdays when casual holidays come round.

A Word in Reason—At the annual mee'. ing of tha Rifles last night Captain Dolman addressed a few very timely words to the men. They were going into camp and he asked them to be very careful of their be haviour while in uniform. The department would view with fxtreme displeasure, »nd probably punish, any exhibition of rowdyism. He asked his men to assist him in upholding the present good name of the corps.

Thb Walter Bentley Dobglas Anchlon Season.—The appearance of Messrs Bentley and Ancelon to-morrow night is a subject of considerable interest just now. This Com pany have just concluded a successful season in Dunedin, where night after night, the Theatre was crowded Tomorrow the com pany will open in the Oddfellows' Hall with the " House of Mya'ery." Judging by the large number of seats already booked, the season here should be a good one.

Easter Holidays-Good Friday 13bh April aud Easter Monday 16th April will be observed as Postal and Telegraph Holidays, Mails will be made up as usual on both days till 10 a.m. Good Friday (being outward Frisco Mail day) a supplementary mail will close at 6p m. The Telegraph Office will open to the public on both holidays from 9 a.m, till 10 a.m , and 7 p.m. till 8 pm, Tho Telephone Exchange will be closed on Gjod Friday, except from 9 am. till 10 a m. and wi'l observe ordinary hours on Easter Monday.

?bb Cycling Test Matches— The test matches between Cha'mersand G Sutherland to decide who shall qualify to challenge E Reynolds for the right to represent the colony iv the World's Championships, took place at Lancaster Park to day. Suther land won both events. He won the mile by three-quarters of a length, and in the 25 mile he lapped hia opponent, who then retired. He moets Reynolds on Good Fri day. Daring the past week some friction occurred over the pacing conditions, through Reynolds having made arrange ments to ride behind multicycles, in accor dai.ee with the conditions originally laid down by the Council of the League of Wheelmen. The trouble, however, has been surmounted by Reynolds agreeing, to ride behind Ettglo pacers, but under pro test.

CHERTSEY SPORTS.

The annual meeting of the Chertsey Sports Committee on Monday, will be held this year, as usual, in tbe Domain, which is almost within a stone's throw of tbe railway station. This gathering has always been noted as being a well managed one, and one where good fields and well contested events delighb the hearb of the sportsman. This year's meeting promises to be an exception bo previous ones, bub only in bhe fact, thab exceptionally large fields) will probably face the starter. The committee have found the advantage of increasing the stakes and making events open. That fifty-four oub of fifty-seven acceptances have been received, speaks well, nob only for bhe satisfactory handicapping but also for the determination of owners to assist in making the meeting a success.

Several improvements havo been carried out on the grounds, and the oommibtee are sparing no pains to ensure the comfort of visitors. Satisfactory train arrangements have been made, bo thab visibors from north aud south have convenient means of reaching bhe ground. As a large number of Ashbur ton horses and athletes are competing it is expected that a much larger number than usual of visitors from Ashburton will be pre sent. There will ba the usual side shows, shooting gallery, etc. The Burnham Band has been engaged for the day, and will assisb materially to entertain the visitors. Mr Nelligan, of the Chertsey hotel, has scoured the refreshment booth and will dispense refreshments ab moderate prices. The usual ball will be held in the schoolroom in the evening.

The Frozen Meat Industry.

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Telegraph—Copyrighb

Melbourne, April 10

The Age, which has been publishing a series of articles on the New Zealand frozen meat trade, in commenting on them, says :—" The extraordinary in crease of the trade shows plainly what energy, enterprise, and a firm fostering policy have done to turn profitable stock raising into the most flourishing industry in New Zealand," Comparing the backward state of the trade in Victoria with New Zealand's steadily increasing business, the Age says:— " New Zealand cannot claim any special advantages with regard to area of grazing coautry, soil, or climate. The advantages climatically and from the point of view of cheapness in raising and fattening are rather with Victoria, and there is not the slightest reason why she should not export as much as New Zealand."

Police Maxims.

The following are the maxims recently issued for the general guidance of members of the Police Force:—(l) Constables are placed in authority fo protect, nob to oppress the public. (2) To do which effectually they must earnestly and systematically exert themselves to prevent crime. (3) When a crime has been committed, no time should he lost nor exertions spared to discover and bring to justice the offenders, i.4) Obtain a knowledgu of all reputed thieves and idle and disorderly persons. (5) Watch narrowly all persons having no visible means of sub sistence, and repress vagrancy. (6) Be in - partial in the discharge of duties, discardine all political and secturian prejudices. t7) Be cool and intrepid in the discharge of duties in emergencies and unavoidable con flicts. (8) Avoid altercation, and display perfect command of temper under insult and provocation to which all constables are occasionally liable. (9) Never strike but in self-defence, nor treat a prisoner with more rigoof than may be absolutely necessary to prevent escape. (10) Practise the mosb complete sobriety ; one instance of drunken ness will render a constable liable to die missal. (11) Treat with the utmost civility | all classes of bhe community, and cheerfully ! render assistance to all in need of it. (12) Exhibit deferenoe and respeob to the Magisbraoy. (13) Promptly and ohesr fully obey all superior officers. (14) Render faibhful and speedy acoounb of all moneys and property bakes possesion of in the execution of duby. (16) Be perfeotlv neab and clean in person and in attire. (16) Never sib down in a publichouse, and avoid bippling. (17) lb is bhe interest of every man to devote some portion of his spare time to the practice of reading and writing aud the general improvement of his mind, for ignoranoe is an insuperable bar to pro motion in the police service, aB well as in all other services and walks of life.

A SOLDIEIR'S WIFE.

No, she isn't much to look at, And she'd never much to say, But the folks all find her quieter Sinoe her husband went away ; And her face is daily paler, Tho' she tries to smile the same, While she's watohinj; all the papers, Praying not to see his name ! Well S She's only one of many, Just a soldier's little wife, And you'll never hear her murmur If he has to give his life ; But the fair young brow is heavy, And the lines are growing set, For the long, long nights are dreary, And the piliow often wet 1 No, she must not, dare not grumble, He has gone to " Serve the Queen," But a wee white cot she's draping Raises painful thoughts between ; Oh, for sake of dear hopes cherished, Ere the soldier had to roam, God, guard this one, and bring him To the little wife at home ! Maud Maddiok. Surbiton.

CABLE NEWS.

United Press Association—By Electric Telegraph.—Copyright London, April 9 Owing to the increase shown in the British revenue returns, the deficit for the year will only amount to 13f mil lions, instead of the estimated 17f millions. Lord Rosebery shortly intends tackliDg the question of Army re form. Sydney, April 19 From the Ist May, in consequence of having accepted tho Eastern Ex tension Company's Cape cable pro posal, South Australia and West Aus tralia will benefit by a reduction in the rates. Melbourne, April 10 Lovering and Johnson, who are undergoing sentences for attempted train-wrecking, have been sentenced to three years' imprisonment for the Nicholson street bomb outrago, making ten years in all. The Cabinet has decided that the Lieut-Governor shall hold the office of Governor till Federation is aceom p'ished. It is understood that the Colonial Office approves. Brisbane, April 10 A cyclone did considerable damage in the Barcaldine district. A number of houses were demolished, and cubes of ice four inches long were picked «P.

THE BUBONIC PLAGUE.

ITS APPEARANCE IN WESTERN AUSTRALIA,

United Press Association—By Eleotrio Telegraph—Copyright Perth, April 10 A man named Campbell, who was eDgaged on the wharf discharging cargo from Sydney steamers, contracted the plague and died. His body was taken twenty miles out to sea. A man named Wilson has also con tracted the disease. Melbourne, April 10 Passengers from Sydney by train or steamer are now required to report themselves from day to day at the Board of Health, for twelve days. Sydney, April 10 There were three fresh cases of plague to-day—Emily Shaw, of Glebe, Rosen, of Erskineville, and Dwyer, employed on the cleansing staft at Darling Harbour. Miller was picked up in a semi conscious condition in a street at Glebe, suffering from a severe attack of plague. Powell died in quarantine. The Hauroto was ten days J ate in arriving from the Islands. She was delayed two days at Samoa, where she had to discharge her cargo into lighters owing to plague precautions. (Received Wakapuaka April 11, 9.50 a.m» This Office 10.26 a.m) Sydney, April 11 The plague is costing the Govern ment nearly £30,000 monthly. Received Wakapuaka April 11, 950 a.m, This Office 10.26 a.m, Perth, April 11 A case of supposed plague is re ported from Bunbury. The gaoler is the victim.

Many Thanks

j "I wish to express my thanks to the 1 manufacturers of Chamberlain's Coli Cholera, and Diatrhte* Remedy, for having pub on the market such a wonderful mcdi cine," says W W Massingill, of Beaumont, Texas; There are many thousands of mothers whose children have been saved from attacks of dysentery and chol»ra in fantum who must also feel thankful. It is for sale by Ashburton Drug Company Tho doctor may scoff, and likewise may sneer, When to his advice you lend him no ear, Bub tell him his fee is a little too dear For bhe good thab he dues when you feel a bib queer. He from you the secret may try to allure The cure for all coughs so cheap and so sure, Suspense you'll nob let him then foo long endure, „ _ _ Bab explain thab it's Woods' Great Pepper mint Cure.J t

C. Company (Ashburton Rifles).

Annual Meeting*

After the usual weekly parade of theßifbl last evening, which was under Lieutenant A. Clarke, the annual meeting of the Company was held in the orderly room, Captain W. E. D dman occupying the o'mvir. Lieutenants Hayes, Clarke, and Fooks (Mounted Corps) were also present". About forty members attended. REPORT AND BALANCE SHEET. The balance sheet was read, and showed the corps to be in a sound financial position, with increasing assets and with liabilities nil.

Captain Dolman said that in reporting for the year, there was nothing of special impor tance regarding the affairs of the company. The Volunteers throughout bhe colouy had suddeuly been brought into prominence by the Mother Country being forced into actual warfare, and consequently they were receiv ing thab recognition long due. It had been, recognised that their services were of impor tance, and that they were part of the defence of the Empire, aud in future they could expect better acknowledgment for their sacrifices for Queen and country. The com pany had bub one direct representative ab the front—Trooper Smith, of Wesierfield,— bub there were many there who bad received their preliminary instruction while members of the Rifiai. He referred to Sergeant W. Htfford, Troopers Wilkie, Hill, and Baker. The Guards had claimed sole guardian ship of Jbieutenant F Tucker, bub the Rifles claimed more than a half share | iv him, he having enlisted and received his primary military education in that corps. (Applause) Volunteers generally > had nobly answered the nation's call, and would do £• again if occasion arose, eni would show that tbey were proud of the flag under which they served. The men were going into camp on Thursday, and he counselled them to aob in a manner becoming their positions. There were, he regretted, instances of men acting more like hoodlums and larri kins, and the whole service suffered in oonsequence, He trusted tbey, and others, would take bo hearb his remarks. (Applause). Corporal J W Baker, as auditor, congratu lated- the company on the manner in which the aooounti had been kept; Lieutenant Hayes, the treasurer, explained that the uniforms had already been half paid for, and on completion of the oonfcr&ot the balance would be remitted.

The report and balancesheet were adopted. SHOOTING COMMITTEE. The Shooting Committee did not present a report. Color-Sergeant W McDonald said that in consequence of the many calls upon tradespeople for patriotic causes this year the Committee deemed it advisable not to canvas, hence there had been no priza competition. Private MoKay thought too little en couragement was given to shooting—one of the most essential things; The Committee should have been more energetic.

Lieutenant Hayes said that in previous years tradesmen had given freely to the funds in trophies, some to the value of 153, and thought they would do so again. Ihe Committee had been appointed for a specific purpose, and it was not for them to judge whether it was desirable or nob to canvas. They should have done so in the interests of the company generally. (Applause), Sergeant Dee, speakiog for the Committee, said that as the company had failed to make the usual grant, they thougbb it hardly worth while canvassing. The officers possessed mora influence and should canvas. It was also a noticeable fact that the officers were frequently absent from the range. Year after year fault had been found.with the Committee. Captain Dolman said that last year he had appointed the Committee, this year the men oould do so themselves. The sum of £5 was voted for prizes for shooting. Corporals J W Baker, T Leitcb, and Privates W Hodgson', J Sandoe, and Lance- Corporal Hefford, with the officers ex-officio, were appointed a Shooting Committee for the ensuing year.

ORDERLY ROOM. The Orderly Room Ctmmittee reeom. mended that the clock be repaired } also that the oup, the property of the company, (v 25 guinea trophj), be placed on view to the meni The suggestions were adopted, and the old committee re-elected for the ensuing year. FINANCE Sergeants McDonald and HefFord were re-elected to act with the officers on the Finance Committee. Lieutenant Hayes was re-elected treasurer, and Sergeant Dee secretary. GENERAL Sergeant F Baker was reelected care taker and armoury - sergeant ; Corporals Baker and Nicholas, auditors ; remunera tion for both as before. An honorarium was voted to the secretary, Sergeant Dee, and he was complimented by the officers for the efficiect manner in which he discharged the duties. Lieutenant Clarke suggested that the mounds at the butts be attended to, and was supported by Sergeanb Hefford. Ib was decided to confer with the executive of the Guards to sea what oould be done to improve the mounds, as Government did not subsidise in that direction. The meeting then adjourned after passing votes of thanks to the officers and out going committees.

THE FEDERATION QUESTION.

United Press Association—By Eieotrio Telegraph—Copyright London, April 10 The Westminster Gazette considers that Mr B aldane's proposal will solve the difficulty with regard to the right of appeal of Australia in a manner agreeable to Australia.

CORRESPONDENCE

(Wo do not hold ourselves reiptneible for opinions expressed by oar oorraspmdsnta

"DISMISSED WITH A CAUTION."

10 THE EDITOR. ! Sir,—Everybody is wondering whether Mr R. Alcorn hat any oooulb reason for in variably dismissing with a caution every drunk who is broughb up before him—four in the last ten days. As .these drunkards surely deserve some punishment, would ib nob be better to let some Justice with less peculiar ideas about the disgrace and wicked ness of being constantly drunk deal with them--I am, &c, Enquirer

THE LOST "SPOOF."

; TO THE SBITOR. i Sir,—The sporting dog advertisement \ has evidently offended " Oanis," he wants de tail, and asks, is the dog a Retriever Clum ber &0., or a hundred others. He would in deed be a sporting dog if he was only fifty others. He ia only "Spoof," poor lost "Spoof" and a sporting dog at thab. Leb us all hope poor "Spoof" will be found for his breeding is by Oanis, out-of-date, a strain of blood now extinob by bhe loss of "Spoof."—l am, &c, Sympathiser.

Amberley, Dec 7, 1899 [Copy] Messes Craighead And Berryman Ashburton, Dear Sirs, —Could yon make a BUb at once. I am sorry I forgot to order it sooner. The last one is still wearing. It fitted beautifully, and has given the greatest satisfaction. If ydu have, time to make one for my son at Greraldine, I will get him to ride up on Satur day to be fibbed. If there is nob time bo send patterns, I will trust you to choose for me, something like the last.—Yours truly, *_° The original letter as above from a known gentleman and many others of equally high compliment may be seen ab oub office—Craighead and Berryman, the Leading Tailors and Outfitters Cotton cloth was 6ret m*de in India, and was in use there 2000 years ago. Hondai- Lanisa pure unblended Ceylon packed Tea has only been upon the market tour years, yet ib is the Tea that has revolutionised the trade, "Secret." It is better than any o her Tea, that's all.—Sold by JID COOCH, ; Saunders'Buildings I

THE LATEST.

Australian

United Press Association—By Eleotrlo Telegraph—Copyright

(Received Wakapuaka April 11, 9.50 am This Office 10 26 a.m) Cable Question. Mklbouene, April 11 Mr Chamberlain cabled as follows : —" I earnestly bope the Australian Governments will endeavour to con clude the new agreement with the Eastern Extension Company on the lines of that about to expire, till the Pacific cable is laid. The whole mat ter can then be reviewed and an equitable agreement made. Unless this is done, the Pacific project will be delayed and probably cndangsred.

TRANSVAAL WAR.

News from Mafeking

The Mined Trench

The Enemy's Artifice

Baden-Powell Not to be Caught

The Third Contingent

Departure for Beira

New Zealandern in Hutton's Brigade

Delegates From the Free State

The EDgagement at Boshof

The Eighth. Dmsion

United Press Association—By Eleotrlo Telegraph—Copyright. LONDtN April 10 Mafeking was safe and cheerful on the Ist inst.

The enemy, on the 23rd, abandoned their advanced trench to the eastward Sergeant Page, of the Cape Police examined a mine be laid near the trench prior to the siege, and discovered that the dynamite bad gone. Sus pecting that the abandoned trench bad been mined, he made a search, and uneartbed a copper wire, which he cut, and found it had been connected with 2501b gelatine and dynamite under the trench.

After abandoning their advanced trench at Maftking, the Boers trekked outwards, then moved in westward, concealing 50# men with three guns ia a hollow. Colonel Baden Powell, notic ing this, declined their ambush.

The Third Contingent of New Zea landers have sailed for Beira. The horses and men are very fit.

General Hutton's Brigade consists of Australians, Canadians, and New Zea landers. The colonials appreciate the honour of constituting a new division, and anticipate seeing much service.

Mr Fischer, a member of the Free State Executive, has been fully em powered to negotiate for peace.

Reuter states that the portion of the Eighth Division which was sent to Port Elizabeth, has been recalled to land at Capetown. General Bundle has been ordered to Kimberley on special duty.

The husband of Mrs Patrick Camp bell, the great London actress, who was serving as a sergeant in the Im perial Yeomanry, was killed in the engagement at Boshof.

[ The deceased, who was the third son of Mr Patrick Campbell, of Stanraer, North Britain, became the husband of the celt* brated aotress in 1884, It was about two years afterward thab his wife mad* bar name as an amateur aotress, and finally she took to the professional stage in 1888 ]

(Received Wakapuaka April 11, § a.m, This Office 9.55 a.m) London, April 10 Lord Roberts is urging Colonel Baden-Powell to persist in the defence of Mafeking tiU the middle of May. Colonel Baden Powell announced it possible to do so if a rigid economy was observed. 1 According to the Boer prisoner*, all the British at Beddersburg were mounted except fifty. Tbe ground afforded the Boers cover at short rifle range. The Boers are still in strong force in northern Natal. Colonel Dalgety, of the Cape Rifles, now commands at Wapener, Colonel Brabant having retired: to Aliwal North. Wepener is isolated and is threatened by a force of two thousand Boers with four guns, who laagered five miles to the north-west of the town. A good store of provisions ii on hand. A bogus trial was held at JohannM* burg, with a view to demonstrating Reitz's threats to destroy the mines. It was a mere pretence. Burnham, tbe famous American scout, discovered the ambush at Koorn spruit, and tried to warn General Broadwood, but was captured. He subsequently effected his escape. There was sharp fighting all Monday at Wepener, both losing considerably. Though (be Boers were checked they were reinforced on Tuesday and made attempts to surround the town. A commando of two thousand is marching on Springfontein. General Rundle's division has been diverted there. The Boers report that on the sth they surrounded and shelled a band of armed Kaffirs escaping from Mafeking, and killed 31.

The Fifth Contingent.

Received Wakapuaka April 11, 9.50 a.m. This Office 10.26 a.m) Perth, April II The Maori arrived at Albany after a splendid passage. The men and horses are well.

DREARY WORK OF PROTECTING LINES.

What a dismal fate it is, thai* of protecting lines, writes the war correspondent, of the Sydney Morning Htrmld. Ihe camp is pitched close by a railway station, and all that has to be done is to send oub parties of men to walk up and down the railway line, or to stand sentinel all through the long, weary day on some rooky hill, gazing down on the same dull expanse of plain where no foe ever appears. All the life and movement of the war flow pass them on the railway. Long trains of six-and-thirty waggons of sup* plies go clunking past, taking fgoods up If

THE ASfIBTJRION dOAftDI/iN-.- WEDNESDAY. AfJlh li, 1900



_______a_M_atl____w___oita_«—__—_——m NZ. LOAN & __,Ro* UTILE AGENCY COMPANY, Ltd. FOUB Great Bread Winners. THE HERCULF.S NICHOLSON CUL'UVATOR. Leading Farmers' verdict is—-" Absolutely the best Cultivator ever sold in the Colony." ••FARMER'S FAVORITE" ALL STEEL DRILL Fitted with RoUer bearings and New Turnip and Rape Ft-ed. "EINEMOA" POTATO DIGGER Cost of machine saved in three acres of Potatoes.) SPALDIKG-ROBINS ROTARY DISC PLOUGH 60 per cent saved in cost of ploughing. We ask farmers to inspecb our machines for the Autumn Trade. THE N.Z. LO\N AND MERCANTILE AGENCY CO., LIMITED. E. G. STAVELEY, Manager. SOLE AGENT for Ashburton Districts: DAVID" THOMAS. 3J267 FOR THIsT WMTR ONLY. R. F. DAVEY, _5, Tuam Street, (HRIcTCHDKCa Xj^NLARGING Photos, 12 x 10 worked in Jj _ Indian Inks, and Framed in Gill 22 x 18 for £1 X Water colours; £1 5 , oils £1 10*. I have been thousands of photos in New Zealand for the last six years, and have given every satisfaction. We oin select a photo from any grouper make any alteration. I wi-.l guarantee these to he as good as the ones I have been delivering for £3, and will last for ages. Don't forgeb to bring along your photo at once. Send them along to my Address as above. Orders re ceived by post or otherwise. Should you require one copied from group, kindly place X (a itosb) under the one you wished copied. The photo's are wo'ked by the best artists in the Australian colonies. This will last tiil Ist May. 3 12 ESTABLISHED 1874. Mcdonald & Co, TAILORS, T3 EMO YE D to Sec our Samples «J fT B __.- '10 JK C>mp are our prices Buii <!Ittj<£*», Burnrtt Street. We can't be b-at 3 235 THE Xew Xoalaad JS N.-W SHOWING A L\RGESiOCK OF Wint(*r Goods Me^'sSie Buits .. 21-, 25*, 29* 6-». Men's Tn eed Trousers 7* 6rl, 8s 91,S* 6 1 Men's Covert Coats .. 29 • 6-J, 39: 61, 52- 6d Boys'Covrrt C-wts from .. .. 14s Boys' Reefer Co its from .. .. 6s b\ Boyt.'Sailor Suits from .. .. 7* Boys'Norfo'h Su'ts from .. .. Us6d 60 di zin Serge and Tweed C<ps. The largest varipty in town. 20 dozen Soft Fait Hats, newest shapep. White Shirts 5* 6d, 6s 64, 7s 6tl, 8* 6d, 9e6i A new line of short fronted White Shirts. New Tirs, Braces, Gloves, Mufflers, Collars, Umbrellas, Wool Shirts, etc. Ladies and Gentlemen's Waterproof Coats, Made to Order, A large variety of Patterns to choose from. INKIW ZEALAND XOTHING FACTORY. F. H. BKOKIJNGSALB, Manager



S™. STEPHEN'S CHURCH' r . Aehburtoc. Seivices for MONDAY, TUESDAY, and WEDNESDAY in Holy Week. 7.30 a m—Holy Communion 9 a m—Children's Service 10 30 a m—Morning Prayer 7.15 p rn—Kvtning i'royer and Sermon 8 p m-—Choir Practice, on Wednesday MAUNDY THUR-D Y. 7.30 a m—Holy Communion 9 a m—Children's Service 10.30 a ir. —Morning Prjyerand Meditation 7,15 \> m—Kvening Prayer and Sermon '"The lustitution of the Holy Sacrament." (The Communicants are re quested to attend this service. It will bo of the nature of a prt-paration for the Easter Communion). GOOD FRIDAY 8.30 a m—Lttiny and Meditation 11 a m—Matins, Auto-Communion, and Sermon 2 45 p m—Children's Service and Mertita tior.t: " The Man of Sorrows." 7 p m—Evening Prayer and Sermon EASTER EVEN. 7,30 a m—Holy Communion 9 a m—Morning Prayer EASTER DAY (April 15). 6.30 a m—Holy Communion 8.30 a m—Holy Communion 11am—Matins, Holy Communion, and Sermon 2.45 p m—Children's Service 4 p m—Holy Baptiem 6.30 p m—-Choral Evensong and Sermon R. A. WOODTHORPE, M.A.. Vicar fmmmmmammmmrx m M mmmmmmmmmmmmmmr*mmemmmmmmmmmmm*K



J. V. DE BEEE, WATCHMAKER & JEWELLEft, HAS JUST RECEIVED a Choice Col lection of STERLING SILVER & E.P. WARE, SUITABLE FOE WEDDING PRESENTS, ETC., Comprising Specially Selected Articles, both Useful and Ornamental. Nob having Window space to display the above Goods, INSPECTION INVITED. To those interested in RACING, TROTTING, CYCLING, Etc. I have just recaived a Special line of STOP WATCHES, INCLUDING SPLIT SECOND CHRONOGRAPHS—A wonder in Watch construction. Hunting and Open-face High-class CHRONOGRAPHS. Also, a New line of two Doaan, *s Tlie Ooiisiiltatloo."» Nickel Keyless STOP WATCHES, Psioh 20s« This is a far superior time-piece to any thing of the same class yet offered to the public. A full stock of all other classes of Gold and Silver Watches on hand, ab prices to suit everybody. For the Latest Novelties in Gold and Silver Jewellery, inspect Window display. 1 Silver Charms in endlesß variety from Is each A new stock of Spectacles to hand. j. v.deTbeer, WATCHMAKER & JKWELLER, East Street. Aahburton. ALL BOOK DEBTS owing to The Ash burton Publishing Co., Ltd, as at Ist April, 1898, have been placed in my hands for collection. All Accounts nob settled by the 14th April will be SUED FOR, withoub further notice. I DAVID ZANDER, Commission Agent, Tancred Street, Ashburton March 22,1900. W"_N_ab KNOWN^Re^vaY~oMh« old established firm of MITCHELL & Turner, from old premises in Tancred Street to New Shop iv Burnett Street.



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,48T H. M. JONES. aTairai BICYCLES. BICYCLES ~B I C V C L E S -= HAVING RECE-VfrD A SHIPMENT OP THE FAMOOS " ARENA " CYCLES, I am prepared to offer these Machines at a very Low figure to secure quick Sale and Prompt .returns. THESE) Cyclea are Weil-Made, Up-to-Dabe, Strong, Rigid, Light and Easy Runnincr, and fibted with Morgan and Wright Tyrea, and tqual bo any £20 In the market. These Bicycles are offered ab bhe very Low Price of £IQ CASH- TERMS OAN BE ARRANGED. THIS ia an opportnnity to secure a well-bnilt serviceable Machine ac Bed-Rock Prices. I am prepared to indent those Cycle?, Ladies' or Gentlemen's, a a lower price TERMS ON APPLICATION. ORDER EARLY FOR NEXT SEASON. Agent for Milner and rhompson's Organs and Pianos. H. M. JO N'ES.



GEORGE DUNCAN & Co. V) ESPECTFTJLLY announce that they have Opened those centrally situated Premises in Tancred Street, Ashburton, lately occupied by Mr A. P. Williamson (next UndriU's), where they will open on —Saturday, 14 th April," AS READY MONEY DRAPERS. WE BUY FOR CASH and thus secure all Discounts, The Lowest Prices and best Markets. "WS SSLL FOR OA.SH and thus avoid all losses arising from Bad Debts and the expenses of the Credit System. WHY should the Cish Customer pay for other peoples bad debt". By dealing with us they avoid doing so. Flease Call & Inspect Our Stock. No One Pressed to Buy. 475



'; Mttfci JOHNS LUN rnEAOHER of the Pianoforte . and j Singing. 3 Havelock Street. IUW"LTY»I GffiN. M-C.S.M. OSUTIFIOATED TEACHER. JOCAL Representative of tho London J College of Music, and of the Musical I International College. I -PIANOFORTE, ORGAN, VIOLIN. MAN -1 DOi.INU, SINGING. HARMONY, AND COUNTERPOINT. | The new term will commence January 22nd. Intending pupils kindly communicate early. OSBORN COOMBB, PIANO TUNER 4 EXPERT (Late of London), VISITS Ashburton and surrounding Dis trie's every four months—via, March, July, and November. ORDERS may be left with MR LLEWELLYN OWEN at> his Music Studio, Arcade Chambers. Ashburton ■ or ab Commercial Hotel. mEACHEE OF PIANO. Apply Belt Road, Allenton. Terms on application. First term commences on Ist February. 1 &



K. T. CLARK, l" GRAIN AND PRODUCE BROKER. Tancred Street, j (Vext McConell & Compton'b Stables.) AGENT for Billings and Knowle'a Spray I umps aud Famous Insecticides* d ; Spray Pumps, complete .. £2 Knowles'" Sweet Nicotine" 2* per battle. „ Kill 'Em Qiick Is 9d per bottle,  Paris Green 2s 6d per lb.  Halabore Powder 2a per lb, INFORMATION GRATIS. It cannot be said of the American Blight That to the Orchsrdist it gives delight, So Sptay it well without compulsion 1 With Fieuch "Kerosene Emulsion." The cherries and pears are covered with slugs, The Vines are infested with naughty wee Bugs. But never say die, have you not seen There's death in the epray of " Sweet Nicotine." The Aphis black and the Aphis green Are the very worst pests the peach has 1 seen. They allow neither fruit nor tree to grow, ' Then why notgive "SweetNicqihne" a 1 show. Your fruit trees will soon be nothing but stumps If you've nob got the sense to use "Knowles' Pomps." The San Jose Scale is coming your way, And your cry then will be " Let ua Spray," " Let us Spray." If you wish to destroy the San Jose Scale Put a pinch of Saltpetre on the tip of his tail, One of fine Chargoal, another of Sulphur, Touch with a lighted match—Oh, Lor, J What a buster J Catch hold of his throat and open his throttle, And dose him with " Bordeaux " out of a bottle, I When he's swallowed a pint or a quart at the most, He'll be dead as a nail, or quail upon toast The larva of bhe Codlin Moth Is more destructive than the Goth. So take my advice as soon as he's seen Give him a spray of " Paris Green." We have pests by the millions, Which give us the Dumps* They are coming in Billions, Thank " CLARK " for hia Pumps. (



J. WILSON, SIGN-WUIIBK LARGE STOCK WALL PAPERS, WINDOW GLASS, MIXED PAINTS, PICTURE MOULDINGS, ARTIST'S MATERIAL, &o. BURNETT STREET, opposite Mail Office Telephote 65



MISB CARSON. rpEACHER of Pianoforte and Organ. -L For terms, ebc, apply ab Residence Corner of Wilia and William Streets near Wakanui Road East. "ZEALANDIAS" at the FRONT STILL BOOMING. THEY are simply marvellous. For Speed, Rigidity, and Comfort they cannot be beaten. Beautifully enamelled in fancy colors Gentleman's £31 Lady's £33. -| ' A large stock of Latesb Novelties bo hand. Lamps from 4s 6J, Graphite for chain from 6d, Toe Clips from la 6d, Dunlop outfits 9d, Elastic anklets 2s 6d, Fancy handles from 2s. Inspection invited, OAIES, LOWfIY AND CO. Burnett Street,



I Why Experiment «n Yourself ' With remedies of doubtful utility when you can get Chamberlain's Cough Remedy, which has stood the test of time ? Twenty five years' sale and use have proven thab remedy to be a prompt and certain cure for colds. It will cure a cold in a day if taken as soon as the cold has been contracted and before ib has settled in the Bystem. Sold by Ashburton Drug Company Smoke New Venus j