Ashburton Guardian Manga est Veritas et Prævalebit. MONDAY, JUNE 25, 1900. THE FEDERATION COMPROMISE.

Tub New Zealand Herald in summing up the federation compromise says :— it haa been somewhat difficult, if not altogether impossible, to follow closely ; the renewed negotiations over the Aus ! iralhn Federation Bill, Indeed, the i condensation of ideas, which the luxu rious rates of the Eastern Extension Company impress even upon Govern ments, has led to considerable confu sion between the parties actively concerned. But it would now seem that a happy compromise h*s finally been reached in the much disputed and very complicated question of the f< appeal to Csesar." An now stated, the decision of the Federal High Court—the su preme Australian Bench—will be final upon all constitutional questions, but it may, at its discretion, allow appeal to the Privy Council. This upon tha face of it, may seem like an absolute sur render by the Imperial Government of that judicial suzerainty which is, we think, one of the most important elements in the maintenance of common essential, principles ia our British law. But a moment's considera tion will show that we have in our British law-conceptions a factor which bears weightily upon the question. Our nnwritten laws are as potential as our written laws, rather more potential, since they invariably deal with constitutional axioms by which oor whole social fabric is constructed. It hat shrewdly been said that no foreigner can learn our English from our grammars or our constitution from our Statute Books. Nominally, under this proposal, the High Court can do as it chooses, oan refuse persistently to refer any case at Westminister, can assert and maintain within its constitu tional prerogatives the [absolute separation of Australian from British law. But our Sovereign can render futile any Parliamentary measure by refusing to agree to it; yefe the most radical programme does not suggest the abrogation of the monarchic veto as a reform. There is a distinct and clear understanding that where special and important reasons exist, the final decision of the Privy Council may be sought and shall be allowed. We need have no fear that this understanding, merging with the kindly help of custom into our great unwritten laws, will not suffice, It should be enough so long as kinship holds, so long as Australia is content to be one with our world - empire. >hould theunforaeen happen, and an inconceivable ill-will arise between the Motherland and her daughter-dominion, no legal bonds could hold them together Apparently, therefore, the compromise reached is thoroughly in accord with our national spirit, and seems likely to solve all difficulties. The certain triumph of the federation referendum about to bo taken in West Australia— the campaign for which has just com menced—with the shrewd cutting of verbal knots now taking place in Lot* don, is rapidly making the Australian Dominion a fact. Mr Seddon must gat the kanaka islands into line with j us very qackly if he would see hia mezzotinto federation accomplished first,

Local and General.

* # * On the first page to-day will be foucd an article re besieged Kimberley.j

The Railway Fakes—The reduced rail way fares came into force to-day.

£kating at Faikto^.—Mr J W Maloolm son, manager of the Fairfie'.d Freezing Works, reports that the poud there is covered with good strong ice, and exoalleut skating is being obtained*

A Kecobd Passage,—A Press Association telegram states that the Aorangi made the trip from Vancouver to Sydney in 20J days, which is a record.

Ashburton County Racing Club.—The annual meeting of members of this o'ub takes place to-morrow evening. Members will do well to note that owing to the Orange Hall being engaged, the meeting will be held in the Arcade Chambers, upstairs.

Lyttelton Harbour.-—The Press says the Shaw, Savill and Albion Company's steamer Gothic, drawing 26ft. Ilia., steamed oub of the harbour od Saturday without) difficulty.

Highly Unsatisfactory.—Several mem bers of the Victoria College Council expressed the opinion the other night that for a youg man to become a medical student in Wel lington would be a waste of time, as no facilities existed for furthering his studies.

Very Much Alive. —-The one-armed world-walker, G. M. Schilling, who was reported dead nine months back in Mel bourne, is very much alive in Western Aus tralia, and at latest was proposing to walk overland from Perth to Port D&rwin.

Wesleyan Sunday School — Afc the monthly meeting of teachers of the Bating Square Sunday School held last week, it) was decided that the anniversary services b& con ducted on Sunday, October 7, and the annual concert be held on Thursday October 11.

A DirsmAßLH Residence,—A German architect intends to build a house in which water pipes will be used in the place of bfnmß, girders, and other supports.' During the winter hob water and during the summer cold water will circulate through those pipes, and produce warmth or coolness as desired.

New Zsalanders at thk Fbont:—The Wellington special correspondent; of the Press says :—Advices received from the Gape by the lattt mail state that Dr. Hugh Aoland (<on of Hon. J. B. Aelaod), who volunteered from London, is at the base hospital in Cape town: He reports that Alex. Had field, of the Hotchkiss battery, who was suffering from enteric fever, would sood, he hoped, be out of danger, sit Hadfield is A eon of Bishop Hadfield.

Cinnamon And Microbes —There would pretty certainly be a cinnamon boom if the ecperitnent made with that spice by M. Chamberland, in M. Pasteur's laboratory, were generally known. M. Chamberland now says that no living germa can resist for more than a few hours the antiseptic power of essence of cinnamon. He looks upon it as not less effective in destroying microbes than corrosive-sublimate. Even its scent kills them, and it does no harm to human beings. A decoction of cinnamon is often good to drink in localities where typhoid fever or cholera is rife.

Fkatino at BistrtfNKß — The Brunner Nezus says that skating was freely indu'ged in on the ice-csvered laka below Coal Pit Heath mine on Saturday and Sunday last A Greymouth telegram says that the ex traordinary spell of unusually cold weather stil! continues.

lIQT7OR Legislation—At kflaential depu tatkn of the prohibition party waited on the Hon Mr Jones, at Chmaru, prior to his departure, for Wellington, and urged that the proposed amendments to the liquor laws would bo a retrograde stop. Mr Jone? took a similar view, and promUed to oppose them to the utmost

Those Telegraph Fobsis—There is ona little matter in which the Hon. J G Ward could gants a very real boon to business mcc. 'x'he telegraph forms are of inch peculiar paper that it ia almost impossible to write on them with copying ink and then take a press copy of the telegram without blotting the letter book in a most unsightly manner. The same fault is to be found with thfi post cards. The use of better faced paper would be a very decided improve ment

Kffkotivb Curb for CmL»uiNs —Dr Monroe tells in Practical Medicine how a few years ago he was relieved of chilblains for which all the usual remedies had been tried in vain. 'I was nearly cr»zy,' he writes. * One evening I happened to notioe at my house a bottle of acetate of z'.ne, I told my wife to dissolve a teaspoonful in a wash-bowl of water, and I would try it. I did so, and the relief was so great that I tell asleep with my feet in the water. 1 used it three or four times and the chilblains were all gone. I presume I have recom mended this to a hundred atfferers, and I have never hoard of a failure to cure,'

Beafibld Band ov Hopb—The opening meeting of the Seafield Band of Hope on Friday evening was a great success. The attendance wai good, the pretence of frienda from Wakanai being ttiuch appreciated. The chair was occupied by the president, Mr Joseph Cluoas, A. uhort but very interesting address was delivered by Mr McKenzie. Recitations were given by Gerty Kelly, B. Moore, L. Moore, Miia Smith and Mr J. Hampton; a pianoforte solo by Mr MoKen ze ; songs by Memra Trevorza, McKenzi«, Dal ton, and Miasen Dal ton and Trevurz*. A dialogue given by some Wikanui friends ooncluded the programme. Supper, which was provided by the ladies of the district was then dispensed, and it need hardly be said it was thoroughly enjoyed by all.

Ibish Emigbation—lrish emigration sta tistics continue to reveal a decreasing popu lation in Ireland. The report of the Regis trar-General of Ireland for 1899 was laid on the table of the House of Commons recently, and it shows that the number of emigrants who left Ireland in the year was 43,760, or 9 7 par 1,000 of tha estimated population, and an increase of. 9,875 over the numbers of 1893. Deducting those who were natives of other countries than Ireland, the net emigration of native Irish was 41,232 being an increase of 8,991 over the previous year. As usual, the bulk were young men and women, 82 per cent, being between the aces of 15 and 35. Of the total 35,433 or 85 9 per cent, went to t.he United States, 1,005 to Australia, 397 to Canada, and 4,141 to England.

Illegitimate Children—A writer in the Christohuroh Frtss suggests that on proof being obtained of the paternity of the child or children, the man and woman be at once declared by the State, roan and wife, the child or children to be declared by the State to be legitimate, and the marriage called a "State marriage;" the man and woman being prosecuted by the State for bigamy if they marry again, In fact, the marriage to be in every way as binding as any other marriage, and the parents to have the same responsibilities in every way as other married people. The consent of the parties not to be necessary, the marriage simply being registered as each by the State for State purposes. People already married and having illegitimate children to be projecutad by the Btate for bigamy, and the child or children dechred by the State to be legitimate. H« asks why should the poor children suffer for the sina of their parents, and holds that all children should be declared legitimate.

Tinwald Prbsbytebian Church—The annual concert in aid of the Tinwa'd Presbyterian Sabbath School was held in the Templar Ball, oh Thursday evening, June 14. There was present a large and enthusi astic audience. The Rev. Mr Skinner occupied the chair, and gave a short and appropriate addrea». An excellent pro gramme was gone through, the various Items being solos by Mrs E Craigbead, Mrs 1). Tippetfc, Misses E. Anderson and A. Meharry, and Messrs E. Craighead and J. Cow ; an anthem by five scholars; recitations by Mitts M. Lewis and Misses M. McMillan, and Masters W. Bti»lker, J. Shearei, and A. McMillan. The accompanists were Mes dames Tippetb and Craighead, Mi«s Watt, and Mr McKenz'e. A very interesting addres3 was also given by Mr J A MoKerzie. The refreshments at the close were a welcome item upon such a oold night, and one fully appreciated by all present. A vote of thanks to the performers and the ladies was carried by acclamation. A moat enjoyable and successful evening waa brought to a close by the pronouncing of the benediction.

11 OURSELVES Ag OTHERS SEE Us."—Our friends are generally too polite to tell us 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 that ''appearance goes a long way." An ill-fitting suit is uncomfortable, and an "eye-sore" to your friends. Don't risk it! If you are a stranger here, the first well dressed citizen you meet will gladly direct you to "The Leading Tailors " where you will always find a large assortment of 11 Up to date" suitings to select from, and where you can always depend on getting satisfaction. The large and still increasing business done by Messrs Craighbad and Bbrryman speaks volumes. This firm has just imported ptobably the finest stock of new seasons tailoring goods ever shown in Ashburton, including a beautiful range cf the new rain-proof Beavers and Meltons for Covert coats and Chesterfield overcoats, both fashionable and durable.

The Christchurch High Street Affray.

DEATH OF J. V, DALY.

On Saturday morning, Daly, the victim of the serious affray which took place in High Street, Christchurch, shortly after midnight on Wednesday, was still lying nnconaoious. His right arm and leg were moving con vulsively and spasmodically, but his left limbs were moti&nl?R9. This was supposed to be due to paralysis, which had set) in on the left aide first.

In the afternoon Daly's condition became more serious. His pulse beat slower and slower, and he gradually sank. At 7 p m the doctor gave up all hope, and as h« did not think that Daly would last the nighfe, he gave instructions that his relatives should be telephoned for. During Saturday night Daly wast sinking, and a little before ten o'clock he expired. On hearing of Daly's death, Detective Casßells immediately set out to arrest Divers and Trouvsera on the more serious charge of manslaughter. Divers was arrested by the detective at 1.15 on Sunday morning, and Trouvsera a quarter of an hour later. The two are now in custody, and will appear at the Police Court upon a charge of bavins slain and killed J V Daly.

The late Mr Daly was a son of Mr M. Daly, of Akaroa. From a very early age he had a strosg predilection for aquatics, and joining the C R.C. on coming to Christ church, won the New Zealand Amateur Sculling Championship. Ha was also for four years a member of the champion four oared crew of hi* club, and won, besides, a number of other prizes. He had saved life on more than one occasion at very great personal risk, being a magnificent swimmer.

United Press Association—By Eltctrio Telegraph

CiiRiSTCHuacH, June 25 At the Magistrate's Court, this morning, Henry Harris Divers and Thomas James Trouvseea were charged with having killed James Daly, and remanded till Wednesday. Bail was refused. The inquest was also adjourned till Wednesday.

THE MAHARAJA OF JEYPUR AND THE FAMINE.

A Munificent (Hit.

The following correipondence has recently ttken place between the Maharrj» ofJeypur •nd the Private Secretary to the Viceroy :— From H. H. the Manama of Jeypur, G. 0.5.1., to W R Lawrence, Eeq, 0.1 E., Pnvate Secretary to the Viceroy, dated Joypur Palace, Maroh 5, 1900. My esteemed Friend,—! take the liberty of writing this letter to you with the re quest that you will kindly give me your assistance.

The perunal of His Excellency the Vice roy's epeech in the Town Hall, Calcutta, on the 16th February, gave rise within me to much serious reflection. More especially was I impressed with the weighty remarks which His Excellency made on the duty of private individuals, mpirt from the State, to do what they could to relieve the distress of those whom the State cannot) retob. His Excellency explained, in a manner so clear and convincing, the objjots far which such a charity as the Indian Famine Fond was meant, that I am sure His Excellency's appaal has stirred all hearts. The pathetic incident of His Excellency's saving the two helpless orphans has given weight to his words, and has revealed, if that were needed a warm heart and the tenderest sympathy with the people over whom it has phased the Almighty, at this time, to place him as Kuler.

As I said, I have been much impressed by what His Exoellenoy said, and, as through the kindne?aof God and good management, I have been blessed with means. I feel it to be my duty to share what I have, both with my own ■übjects, and with those people of other parts of India, who may b« in di«tress.

I have, therefore, submitted for His Excellency's approval, through Mr Irwin, the Resident at Jaipur, the offer of 15 (15) lakhs of rupees (£99,000), the interest of which shall be devoted to such objects as were indicated by His Excellency in his Calcutta speech. There are famines periodi cally in India, and I propose that this money should be invested in Government Securities, and the interest applied bo the object's specified in Hi Excellency's speech, when needed. When there is no famine in the land, the interests should be added to the capital. I have ofered this sum for accept ance unconditionally through Mr Irwin, the Resident).

As some time must necessarily elapse before this mm of money oan be paid and invested, and, consequently the interest accruing therefrom will not oome into use at this time, when it is sorely needed, I pro pose to pay six months' interest on this sum, bsginnißg with the Ist January this year, so that it may be available for present use* It is hoped that this will cover the interval till it is invested.

I have only one wish, and I fervently hope that His Excellency will not object to gratify it. It may seem smalt in His Excellency's eyes, but it is a fondly cherished desire of mine, and it is this, that thia fund be coupled with His Excellency's name. I cannot, owing to religious scruples, allow my name to be associated with this sum, tab at the same time, I am desirous that it should have some definite title to distinguish it, and nothing appears to me more fitting than that the name of His Excellency should be identified with it.

It) is possible that His Excellency may demur to accepting my offer on the ground that I may require all my resources to cope with the difficulties of the present situation ; in answer to this (the only ob]3otion to the approval cf this offer, which 1 can think of}, I am glad to be able to say, that I have more than enough to meet all possible demands that may be made on me, to provide for the wants of my people, in this time of distress. Had I not assured myself of this, of course, I could not have made such an offer. His Excel lency, therefore, need have no misgivings of any kind, in approving of my offsr. My offer is made freely, and with a single minded purpose, viz., that those whose cause His Excellency bo eloquently pleaded should receive help in their time of need. I shall bo greatly obliged to you, if you will do me the kindness of laying this matter before Hia Excellency, and I hope that my aotion will meet with His Excel lency's kind approval, and that His Excel lency will be pleased to consent to allow his name to be coup'ed with the gift. With best regards, I remain, &0., (3.1.) 8. Madho Singh.

From W R Lawrence, Esq., C. I. P., Private Secretary to the Viceroy, to H H Maharnjv of Jaipur, G. 0. 8. 1., dated Government House, Calcutta, March 17, 1900.

My Esteemed Friend,—l am desired by His Excellency the Viceroy to write this latter, supplementing the telegram which, acting upon his instructions, I despatched to your Highness to-day, concerning your munificent effer of a sum of 15 lakhs (£99,000) as a permanent insurance fund, the interest of which is to be devoted to Famine Relief in India,

As the telegram will have shown, His Excellency finds pleasure in accepting this princely offer, knowing it to be actuated by the most sincere philanthropy, and believing that the resources of your Highness'a Ex chequer will admit, even in a famine year, of so handsome a donation.

The Viceroy further desires me to acknow ledge the thoughtful generosity that has tempted your Highness to antedate the payment of interest from the beginning of the beginning of the present year, When the formal application to the Foreign Department has been received from your Durbar, a discussion oan take place as to the best means of constituting the pro posed Fund, and of investing the money. In the meantime, the Viceroy would suggest that, whereas the unspent interest in the years of plenty should certainly be invested, as your Highness suggests, it might be well to allow tt to aooumulate for expenditure, In whole or in part, in years of eearoity, rather than merely to be added to the cipital sum. He thinks that this view was probably in your Highness* mind. The Viceroy appreciates your Highness's unselfish proposal to associate his name with the Fund. The accident of hi j being Vioe roy at the time when the liberality of one of the Indian princes has inaugurated so splendid an undertaking, does not entitle him to such an honour, and would give to the fund a personal oharaoter and attribution which His Exoellency feels would constitute an injustice to its original founder. His Excellency would have preferred that (he true!) should be connected by name with yourself, and he would only abandon any such iuggestionjin deference to your strongly expressed expressed opinions. Upon this point he will, however, address your High ness again at an early date. In conclusion, he desires me to express his profound satisfaction at bavins received daring his term of office an offer as charitable and as truly patriotic as ever emanated from an Indian prince, and one which will confer upon your Highness's name the perpetual distinction of a benefactor of your country men,—With beat regard, I remain, eto, (Sd.j Walter La whence.

OMIHI.

From Our Own Correipomtent

A most enjoyable and successful conoert and dance was held in the Omihi sohool on June 16, to celebrate the opening of the new school. The weather being all that could be desired the room was crowded to excess. The ohalr was occupied by Mr Dalziel. a member of the Board of Education. Various song* and recitations were contributed, Miss Muner pkyed the accompaniments: After the osncert refreshments, provided by tho ladies of the district, were partaken of. The school was then cleared for dancing. About forty couples occupied the floor till four o'clock} to mua!e supplied by Misses Derrick and France, and Messrs Knowles, Cole, and Smalley. The proceods of the above amounting to £15. The first surprise party inj the Valley took place at Mr Coles ab which about 30 were present! Aftergames, music, dancing, 4c, were indulged in, the party left for home about midnight;, after singing "God Save the Queen,"

ANTARCTIC EXPLORA TION.

The Southern Cross Expedition

Particulars of the Voyage

Tho Union Jack Hoisted on Victoria Land- By Sib Georgb Nbwnes.

United Presi Association—By Kleobrio Telegraph—Oopj right) Sydney, June 22 It wsß on the 30th December, 1898, that the Southern Gross first struck the scouts of the Antarctic ice in latitude 61deg 56min south, lbngitudo 153deg east. It was an anxioua but interesting moment se the vessel dashed in among the grinding ice rocks, and, trembling and shaking, but without disaHter, forced her way through the inner ice pack.

It was on January 14th, 1899, that land was first discovered. It stood out sharply in a btze of crimson and gold, which grew more brilliant as the sun rose. The land proved to be Balleny Island, but a nearer approach to it was impassible owing to the ice.

For weeks the Southern Gross re mained buried in snow and ice, and as the summer advanced Mr Borch grevinck recognised the possibility of not being able to get through with the vessel southwards. He had made preparations for a sledge journey over the ice to Victoria Land, when the ice pack slackened a little, It was then determined to seek an opening farther east, and in pursuance of this idea the Southern Gross wai taken out into the open water in latitude 70deg. south, longitude 174deg. eaßt, Her fight in the ice pack lasted forty-eight days. On February 17th land was sighted, and at eleven that night the Southern Gross entered Robertson's Bay. For the first time in the world's history, remarkß Mr Borchgrevinck, an anchor fell at the last terra incognita on the globe. The vessel dropped her anchor at South Victoria Land, in ten fathoms, the leader noting that the surroundings seemed much freer from ice than on the occasion of bis first visit in 1894.

On the 28th the work of landing stores began. On the 23rd progress was interrupted by a strong south-east gale, which caused the vessel to lose two of her anchors and be in imminent danger of coming to grief on the rocks. The men worked willingly and pluckily, however, and at the end of forty-eight hours the danger was over. On March Ist the Union Jack, presented by the Duke of York, was formally hoisted on Victoria Land.

On March 2nd instructions were given to Captain Jensen to take the Southern Gross to New Zealand, leaving Mr Borchgrevinck and a party of ten at the settlement on Gape Adare.

THE CRISIS IN CHINA.

Four Days' Fighting Around Tien-tsia,

The Chineso Repulsed

2ae Allies Suffer a Reverse.

In 2Tee& of Ammunition.

Utited Pres« Association—By Eleobrlo Telegraph— Copyright London, June 23 Thirteen British-India vessels have been chartered to convey troops to China, and 841 seamen, 269 marines and infantry, and 124 gunners leave Portsmouth on thn 30th. Tbe Mediterranean fleet sends the Dido and leis to reinforce the British squadron. ■ Hongkong, June 23 Two hundred and forty German marines, 380 British, and 1500 Rus sians left Taku on the 21st. The railway is open to withiu eight miles of Tien-tsin. Paris, June 23 M. Delcasse has indicated that it is intended to strongly reinforce the fleet in China. London, June 23 Bear-Admiral Bruce has telegraphed to the Admiralty that fighting con tinues on the 20th, and that reinforce* ments are required. Mr Brodrick, in the House of Com mons, reassured the House tha*. Great Britain was supplementing consider ably the forces already ordered to China.

It it announced that the Chinese on the 17th shelled a settlement.

One hundred and seventy-five Aus trian*, British, Germans and Italians attacked and burnt the Chinese mili tary college, destroying guns and ammunition, and killing the defenders. The Russians, with four heavy gum, did excellent service,

The British lost one killed and five wounded; the Russians, seven killed and five wounded; the Germans, one killed ; the Italians, two wounded. The Chinese tried to seize a bridge of boats, but were repuhed, losing a general. Four days' fighting occurred round Tientsin, the Chinese regulars, with many forty pounders, bombarding a settlement.

The German commander at Taku telegraphs that a French officer, who has arrived from Tientsin, reports that the allied forces are short of ammuni* tton, that the majority of the conces sions have been burned, and that the Russians fare hard pressed, and the casualties heavy.

It is feared that forty British^ and American missionaries, including fire ladies, hare been massacred at Tientsin. They are chiefly American Methodists. Berlin, June 24 The Chinese Legation at Berlin received a ca.b!a message on Saturday from Pekin stating that the Legations were safe and the Ministers well, i

The German Consul at Chefoo cabled on Friday evening that the bombard ment of Tientsin bad been continue d, and most of the buildings had been burned.

Hongkong, Jane 24 The head of the American Metho dists and two others escaped from Ohefooand report that a lieutenant of the American navy, with 150 white residents, tailors and marines, whilst trying to assist the missionaries, were all killed or wounded. Their ammu nition wai expended, The garrison is Buffering terribly, ■ ■ •

Admiral Eempfi reports that 130 I American marines and 400 Hussiaa troops engaged the Chinese troops near Tientsin on Thursday, but failing to break the line they retired. Prince Taan commanded the Chinese regulars, who are using 45 of Krupp's quick-firers to bombard Tientsin. ' (Recaircd Wakapaaka Jane 25, 8 15 am, Thia Uffice 9.16 a.m) , Hong Kong, June 24 f The Chinese artillery at Tientsin were so well posted that the Russian and American guns were unable to eilence them.

TRANSVAAL WAR.

Biff Cheque Stopped

Erugor'e Treasury Sills

Mr Steyn's War Manifaito

Boer Attack Btpulsid

Australian Mounted Infantry in Action.

Bitura of Invalided Australians

Tlu Mia Destitute and Safgti

United Pr««g Aiiooiation—By Eleotrio Ttlegrapb Copyright.

Capetown, Jane 22 Lord Roberts has stopped a tbeque for £40,000, drawn for the Banqae Francaist Afriqae on the National Bank of the South African Republic, whoae fundi belong to Great. Britain. A proclamation has been issued by the Transvaal Executive, threatening to confiscate the property of burghtri refusing to accept President Kruger's treasury notes.

London, June 22 Drafts, dated July, of Mr Steyn's manifesto to the burghers, which was issued when the war broke out, have been found at Bloemfontein.

General Bundle's Yeomanry Artil lery, on Tuesday, smartly repulsed the Boers in an attempt to outflank him at Hammonia, LoifDOK, Jane 23

Lord DundonaM has arrived at Standerton, The enemy previously retired, exploding a railway bridge. After the battle of Kerstofabricken the Australian Mounted Infantry doggedly punned the enemy. They approached within 800 yards of their laagar unperceivedj firing 150 rounds a piece, and killing two Gornetß. The Boers trekked in great confusion. A powerful rearguard, however, forced the Australians to retire, which they did coolly, without loss. Melboyrnk, June 24

Tht Australasian brought twenty six invalided soldiersfrom South Africa, the majority belonging to the New South Wales mounted forces. There are no New Zealanders. The invalids are mostly victims of fever.

Surgeon-Major Toll, South Australia, succumbed to typhoid shortly before tho steamer arrived.

The invalided Australian soldiers who arrived by the Australasian are practical!y destitute, and unable to mutter a shilling amongst them. They are very scantily clad, and complain bitterly of the inefficient arrangement! of the British commissariat and the medical 'department, They hare not been paid wages for rconths, were not supplied with boots or clothing, and they also state that the British non commissioned officers favoured tho Imperial troops.

Just before tbe Australasian left Capetown, a prominent Victorian, resident at Capetown, wrote to Sir Alfred Milner, calling bis attention to the destitute and ragged condition of a large number of sick and wounded Australians and New Zealanders at Maitland Camp, and their harsh treat ment, and the suffering they were undergoing through the delay in send ing them home. He said if the condi tion of the men were known in Australasia, it would bring about a big reaction against rolanteering for future campaigns. Sir Alfred Milner took immediate tteps to remedy tko matter. Thousands are down with fever •t the various camps.

The Boers Capture a Mail Train.

.(Received Waktpaaka Jane 25,8.35 a m, Thii office f .15 •m)

London, Jane 24 Colonel Dalgety surrounded two hundred Boers on a kopje at Hibernia. General Rundle sent reinforcements to ensure a capture, but owing to an accident to a gun Colonel Dalgety had retired in the night, the Boeri escaping.

The Boers recently captured a train at the Zaud River, conveying two thousa»d bags of letters for the troop* and four thousand pounds worth of stamps.

THE LATEST.

Somi Mid Foreign.

United Press Association—By Eleotrie Telegraph—Copyright (Received Wakapuaka June 25, 858 atn Ihis Office 916 am) The Khedive in EagUni London, Jane 24 The Royal yacht has brought fchr Khedive from Flushing to England.

The Size of Cornsacks:

Megan G. 6. Stead Had Co. recently forwarded the following letter to the Hob. J. G. Ward, Minister of Railways :— Sib,—You are aware that an ordinary wheat sack will hold four bnthels, and tnaa a movement ii afoot to reduce the weight cf their contents, We have reoently had oooa aion to purcbaie Calcutta Hesaiaa wheat pockets, similar to the ordinary Califomian wheab bags. These bag* will hold two bushels of wheat, and their present value Is in the neighbourhood of 2a 2d per doses ex ship. Lyttelion, as against 5i 4d per doses for four-bushel cornsack*. At oae time the writer floured the cental system, boo there appaars to be some divergence of opinion in i tbia respect. It has, therefore, ooourred to as that it would be praetto ble and oeareaioat if we introduced the two-bushel bags, A two-bushel bag would be easily handled and stowedi The ooeb of the bags, as we hare already explained, would be relatively 4s 4d for two dczra two-bushel bags, as against 5s 4i for one dozsn four-bushel bags* Renos an economy would be effected in tbeooetof the bags. Furthermore, we might point oat that as California exports in round numbers one million tons of wheat annually, and the two bojhfl bag bM fetjl Uwi «9lt Ittlfcbjf

THE ASHBPRION QtUBDIAN t MONDAY, JUNE *5, 11,00



PROCLAMATION OF PEACE! riIHERE is nothing more conducive to peace than to give the Ladies Goods JL at Bargain Prices. Then to the thrifty and wise who want; to save money, go at once and make your purchases from GEORGE DUNCAN & Co., "THE PEOPLE'S DRAPEBS," 3MNC3ED STREET, ASBBURTON, OPPOSITE AROADB. JUST ARRIVED—Special Shipment of job lines in Facsd Melton* and Serge Dress Materials, 42 inches wide, f»ahionable colors. Now note tha prico—4a lid ihe full Dreai, better qualities at 6? 91 »< d 8a lid 'ull Dress, worth double ; come and see Job prices to clsar Ladies' Gapes and Jackets from 5i 9d upwards ; prices will astonish Ladies' Fur Necklets (special purcbaee) from 2j 6d to 63 63 Women's Black Cashmere Ribbed Hose, soamleßs feet, Is pair White Muslin ft pro n (Embroidery trimmed) Is and It 3d, going quickly '- Ladies' Black Cashmere Glovsa 6d pair ; Lawn Handkerohiefs Is 63 dczea NOTICE I—GJeo*sre Duncan JSc Co, have got the reputation for Bailing Colonial White BLANKETS Cheaper than any firm in Canterbury. Proof ia the prices—Single Beds 13a lid pair, Double Beds 19a lid pair ; please note, cannot be replaced under 4s to 6a more per pair when our present stock is sold out SHOWING EXTRAORDINARY GOOD VALUE IN THE FOLLOWING LINES, viz :— Colonial Flannels from ICfJ, Flannelettes from 2| 1. We are the noted house for these Goods : 2 Yarda Wide Fine Grey T-vill Sheetiaga from 10|l Unbleached Linen Tabling lljd ; Art Muslins, iv great variety, from 2§d yard Cretonnes 3f 1; White and Grey Calicoes from 2d yard ; Roller Towelling 3|cl SPECIAL NOTICE FOR DRESSMAKRRS-Slato Linings from 3|l, Al value White and Grey Turkish Towela from 4f], Toilet Covers from B|d, Antimaccessan Irom 7^d Ladies' Coreets from 23 6d, Lidfe3' •• hard wear " Umbrellaa from 2s lid Exceptional good value in Bush and Bed Rugs from 6s 6d White Satin and Honeybomb Quilts from 4i 6d, Tapestry Qailts from 5s 6<l Direct shipment of Nottingham L%os Curtaina from 1? 6£d, lovely patterns, and at job prices; Reversible* Cretonne Curtaina 5s 6d p^ir MEN'S AND BOYS' CLOTHING-Note Prices Oaehuaga Tweed Trousers ?s 6d, New Sac Suits 32s 6i, Boys' Knicker Suits 13i 61 Men's Denun Overalls d% lid, Mole Trousers 5i lid, Persian C^rd Trousers 6i 61 Men's Brown Cotton Drawers la lid, Men'a Merino do. 2j 61, Lambswool do, speoial job line, 2i 9d, Colonial (Kaiapoi make) 3s 6d upwards FAccy Cutton Shirts, Col?, la lid ; Leather do, 2s 6i upwards ; Union do, 2s lid up wards ; Flinne) Unders 3s 6d upwards; Kaiapoi Plaiding Drawers 5a 61 Men's Mufflers from Is ; Hemson Braces ; Boys' 6d, Men's Is Men'a Wool Kuitied Socks, double heels, ll|l pair; Men's Handkerohiefs 4£d upwards . »' rr:inMrai',ivc»i«-i« J m-»mv«-.,inn i»mi»i m ■ml r Ml ■■ I i»gTm.i n fi^"»^—' ,m IW JOTHMMi SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT CLEARING SALE OF IRONMONGERY & TINWARE HARDLEY^ROTHERS WILL Hold a Clearing Sale for ONE MONTH ONLY, prior to 8q»1 Alteration to Premises, also to make room for Large Shipments to arrive shortly, 27 Hand $aws, reduced to 2s 91 ""Galvanised Backets from Is 6d Carpenter's Brace, 2$ 6d Tin Bowls 4d,6d, 8i Door Locks from Is 6d Frying Fans from Is Egg Beaters from 3d Wringers from 13s 6d Glass Cutters and Tin Openers from 6d Eegister Orates, Ranges, Fenders, etc., at Reduced Rates, REMEMBER—FOR ONE MONTH ONLY. HARDLEYBROS., Hiitst Street.—Manufacturers of Tanks, Baths, Spouting, Ridging, etc—East Sfc Wm. Strange .{ } Thos. Goverdale A TRIP TO TOWN Is not always PRACTICABLE. Consequently, MANY LADIES residing in Ashburton and District iind it IMPOSSIBLE to visit the Establishment; of STRANGE & CO. as OFTEN as they could DESIRE. Their annoyance is natural enough. [ EXPERIENCE has taught them that the big City Establishments, SIFCH AS CUES, offer them THE BEST VALUE FOR MONEY, and the WIDEST CHOICE OF GOODS. But such Ladies can always SHOP WITH US BY POST, as HUNDREDS already do, because they know we are LARGE BUYERS, LARGE IMPORTERS, LARGE MANUFACTURERS. It is also pretty generally known now that WE BUY EVERYTHING FOR READY MONEY, and. thai: we have a LONDON HOUSE which keeps us supplied all the year round, not merely with plain, every-day goods, such as are in constant demand, but with The Latest London anil Continental Novelties in Mantles, Costumes, Millinery, Corsets, Gloves, Dresses, Dress Goods, Under wear, Children's Goods, &c. Arid ' Qui* Dressmaking Department cksely resembles a West-End of London Establishment. Our new French Dressmaker, MADAME BOUTEAUD, is acknowledged to be a TRUE ARTISTE. Her creations are the theme of GENERAL ADMIRATION; while our Miss Mazey (in charge of our second room) continues to give the utmost satisfaction to her numerous patrons. Us Bespoke Tailors, m have acquired a HIGH REPUTATION. We make Stylishly-cut Suit (splendid workmanship and material) from i>3 3s. Those who prefer Heady-made Clothing will find our famous " ORIENT" BRAND CLOTHING (in all sizes), the NEAREST APPROACH to MADE-TO-ORDER GOODS in the Market— and at about HALF THE PRICE. Fursiiture we Supply Direct from out* Factory to the People at Factory Prices. We also have a BEDDING FACTORY (for supply of pure, sweet bedding), a WIEE MATTRESS FACTORY, and a BLIND FACTOBY (under the charge of those famous Blind-Experts, Messes. GEE). COUNTRY RESIDENTS, If you CAN'T come to town to see us, you can always « t i Shop with us by Post. State your requirements PLAINLY in writing, ENCLOSE REMITTANCE, and your order shall be filled as PROMPTLY and SATISFACTORILY as though you had delivered it in person. POST FREE OH APPLICATION". Estimates for Hcnse-Furnishing, Blind-Making, Bedding, Wire Mattresses, &c, Patterns of our LOVELY NEW WINTER DRESS MATERIALS, and our NEW SEASON'S SUITINGS, TROUSERINGS, OVERCOAT INGS, &c. (together with full directions for self-measurement), Post-Fbbs on application to I GHRISTGHURGH. SHEARMAN BRO?« have large stock /COUNSEL THAT 18 BRIMFUL OF LoASBYS Waboo, Benjamin Guns, \J WISDOM, use only Hondai-Lanka Koolibah, and Cinnamon Cure Ceylon packed and sealed tea and you will bus ensure " Tea Pot" satisfaction equalled " '" ' ■ _ 7~~ZZ "T —" ——-"'—"• yno blended tea on the market)—N»m« OB Smoke New Venus ir j gta^iat pwkef natl box.



J. WILSON, ' BURNETT STKEET. T HAVE JUST TO HAND a very large variety of MIXED PAINTS Very Suitftbte for Painting Drays, Trap?, Kitchens, Interior and Exterior of Houses, Etc. HEH 9 .*l g- Hog ;a ca •,P do a =s2 r OATES, LOWftY MD CO. FOR Gas Lamps, 15s STacto Shipment cf Be lls and Carbide Juat to Hand. OATES, LOWBY AMD CO, _ Buroa Street THE RAPID LIGHTNING GLOSS THI ONI-Y RELIABI.S SMIRT POLISH IN THE WOIU.D. Tl/TRS MILLER, of Dunadto, the Pio fessional Lavndretß, «ayt ;—lt ia the best I h%ve ever v cd. It miket Shirt Ironing a pleasure. Wise Mothers and Sisteri try it and save your strength, temper, and patience, Once tried, always used. Sold in Tint ab SHEARMAN BROS' & JOHN ORR & CO. 5 136 WE ASK— ' Your inspection"of our EXCELLENT TWEEDS AND OVEKCOATINGS. We have now been in business 26 years, and still retain many of our first customers, whioh alone is proof o our HONEST WOBK. McDonald & Co,, Tail on, Eta; Jubilee Building Bnrnett Street FOX SALE. HARD to beab for good value for a Suburban Homestead and Poultry Farm—3i acres first) class land, with fivß rocmed House, detached wash house, dairy, and bedroom combined; bobh buildiDgs ate on concrete foundations ; within two miles of | Aehburton. Buyer oan get £300 at low rate of interest, small balance will secure the property. 2% Acres Land and 7-roomed House, Netherby, off Wakanai Road; cheap, and very easy terms. New Dwelling House, Willi Street West, on £ aore. Good House and f Acre Garden, Peter Street East. 15 Roomed House and 3| Acres Land near Canterbury Flour Mills, Several Good Town Sections, West Side Railway. | Several Sections Foirton. H, W. Barrett, I■/ ': ■■■ AGENT, iRCADE, ASHBURTON. | _______________ 111 7 D R LAVILLE'S (fp) LIQUOR Has a world-wide reputation as being the best specific. LITER A TURB ON A PPUCA TION f. CQMAR & FiLS, 80, U» dcs fossis-St-lieqms, PARIS AND OF Al-U CHIMHTB WANTED KNOWN—Removal of the old established firm of Mitombll & Tcbheb, from old premises in Tanorad Street) to N«w Shop in Burnett) Street 4



TO THE DEAF—A rich lady, cured of her Deafness and Noises in the Head by Dr Nicholson's Artificial Ear Drums, gave £5000 to his Institute, so that deaf people unable to procure the Ear Drams may have them free. Address No. 667 d. The Nicholson Institute, Longcott, Guanersbury, London, I Smoke New Venus CLARKE'S B " PILLS warranted to curs Gravel, Fains in the back and all kindred complaints. Free from Mercury. Established upwards of 30 years In boxes 4a 6d each, of all Chemists and Patent) Medicine Vendors throughout the world. Proprietors, The Lincoln and Mid and Counties Drag Company, Llnoolo 'England



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