Ashburton Guardian. Magna est Veritas et Prævalebit. WEDNESDAY, JUNE 27, 1900. Local and General.

* # * On the first page to-day will be found Commercial, etc.

The Khedive-—The Khedive is almost convalescent.

Moonsoonal Rains—Abundant monsoonal rains are falling throughout India.

Indian Famine Fund.—This morning Mr Ferriman received a donation to this fund of £10 103, from Messrs Sharplin & Co. and their employees.

Railway Disaster—Heavy rains in Mac- Donough, Illinois, have damaged the railway lines. One train fell into a river, and several cars caught fare. Thirty-five persons were killed.

Death of A New Zealanbeb.—The Gov ernment have been advised of the death, at Kroonstad, from enteric fever, of Trooper T. W. Poole, of the Second Contingent. He was in the railway service at Invercargilland his home was at Westport.

Rise m Priob of Wheat.—A cable says that wheat is very strong at Mark Lane, London, and has advanced 4s on the week. Owing to the failure of the American spring crop, the export surplus is only 150 million bushels instead of the expected 300 million bushels.

Volunteer Officers Appointed—The appointments of Arthur Clarke as Lieuten ant of the Ashburton Rifles, GN Fielden as Lieutenant of the Temuka Bides, and E E Tasker as Lieutenant of the Geialdine Rifles pre gazetted.

One of the Few—Mr G M Hardley, Ashburton, haß been fortunate enough to draw the second horse in Tattersall's Con sultation on the Newcastle Cup, the net value being £337 10s. The first horse was drawn by a Melbourne syndicate, and the third, by Mr T) G Peele, Sydney, the net values being £900 and £225 respectively.

Samples ot Wheat.—Mr B Fullarton, Inspector of stock, Ashburton, has received from the Government a case of thirty-nine samples of wheat, which he has placed on view in the office of the Agricultural and Pastoral Association, Arcade. Mr Fullarton is authorised to take orders for them at 4s per bushel on board the train at Waihao Downs, bags 6d extra*

No Communication With Prisonebs— The telegraph department informs us that Berne notifies fiat the British Government has found it necessary, in virtue of the International Convention, to suspend at St Helena, the transmission efall telegrams of foreign Governments or private persons to or from the island written in code or cypher. Telegrams in ordinary language will be subject to censor, and will only be accepted at the risk of senders.

Donations to the Domain.—At the last meeting of the Domain Board it was stated that Mr E. Herring, of Alford, had donated another thermometer for the observatory ; six bags of wheat for the wild fowl, and also a fine paradise duok. Mr D, N. Inwood of Winchester, had also presented some ducks of a new variety, while an anonymous donor had sent a packet of native plants. The Board acknowledged these donations by a heirty vote of thanks.

Atr Revoir—-On Friday last a number of ladies and gentlemen met in Mr Flower's refreshment room, Bast street, to bid fare well to Mrs E Saunders, who is leaving on a three months' visit to friends in Sydney. Mrs Saunders was entertained to afternoon tei, after which Mr Snodgracs, on behalf of those present, together with a number of others, presented her with a silver-mounted set of toilet requisites. In doing so be referred to the high esteem in which Mrs Saunders was held, and to the invaluable services she always rendered in social, musi cal, andbenovelent matters in the district.

A RifKV Experience.—A few days ago Messrs Jackson, of Tory Channel, had a risky experience whilst whsling at the head; of Q leen Charlotte Sound. The Post states that the whale "stove in " the bows of the boat, but fortunately without seriously in jurirg the occupants: Mr Tom Jackson, who was in the bow, received a severe shak ing and some contusions about the head. The crew refus. d to abandon the catch, which was subsequently killed and proved to ba of considerable value. The damaged boat was over forty years old, and a piece of its plank ing in a firsf.rate state of pres rvation was brought to Wellington by Captain Allman of the Te Kipu.

Maoei Witchcraft.—Another case show ing widespread belief in witohcrafb amongst the Maoris occurred at the Gisborne Magistrate's Court'yesterday (says a Press telegram), when a woman namad Poharo Merematakino was charged on the complaint of HereTutapa with using insulting language by saying that she was a K*uremokae. and had caused illnesß of her child by witchcraft, and thab she would cause a spirit to injure the complainant. Several nativesstated that the expression " Kauremokae" was one of, the strongest curses in the Maori language, and calculated to provoke any native's anger. A strange feature of the oaee was that the oomplainant was taken ill on the evening the curse was pronounced, and great fear and anxiety were caused her friendsi Counsel in opening Baid that witchcraft had a strong hold over the natives and required to be stayed by legislation. The magistrate severely cautioned the defendanb, but de clined to bind her over to keep the peace, as he did not tbink the offence would be repeated. Through the interpreter he severely lectured the Maoris.

"Ourselves as Others See Us."—Our friends are generally too polite to tell us our faults; bub they seldom fail to observe the fib 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-aore "to your friends. Don't risk it t If you are a stranger here, the first wall dressed citizen you meet will gladly direct you to " The Leadirig Tailors \ where you will always find a large assortment of * Up to date" suitings to selecb from, and where you can always depend on getting satisfaction. The large and still Increasing business done by Messrs Craighead and Bhrryman speaks volumes, Thiß fkm has just imported ptobably the finest stock of new seasons tailoring goods ever shown in Ashburton, including a beautiful range of the new rain-proof Beavers and Meltons for Covert ooats and Chesterfield overcoats, both fashionable and durable.

THE FAMINE

Terrible Distress

Simla, April 23 - Frcm a number of official and private ac counts which are reaching Simla there ia ample testimony of the appalling famine now raging especially in parts of Bombay and Rpjputana. In Gt-j'ratout of.. 1,300,000 cattle a million have perished and thousands are dying daily in affected district. There i is, no doubt, also that a considerable number of persons are dying of starvation. Nearly 30 were officially reported in Bombay in January and 100 in February. The death rate per mile in the Panch Mahals district was 1258 in that month against an ordinary deathrate of I*B6, and in Kaira district it wbb 7*90 agaiasb 2 4P, o'early showing the j effect of the famine in the several districts. There is no doubt the people had not recovered from the distress in 1897 and were not in any way prepared to meet this second severe »ffl etion, The fact that in some places grass is a* dear as grata, that emaciated ill-clad children are constantly met wandering about without food or home, and that in some instances they are re ported having been sold for money, indi cates the urgent need there is of far more funds than the Indian Charitable Relief Fund at present possesses. In continuation of previous remarks it is worthy of notice that in several districts of the Bombay Presidency the possibility of adapting the usual implements of tillage in Gujerat to manaal labour has been care fully considered. This fact alone shows how famine has crippled the West of India and destroyed the recuperative powers of the cultivators. In no other famine in British India has, it is understood, been necessary to consider as a practical urgent problem the substitution of human for bullock power.

41 What doth it profit, my brethren, though, a man say he hath faith, and have not works, can faith save him ? If a brother or Bister be naked, and destitute of daily food, and one of you say unto them, Depart in peace be ye warmed and filled ; notwith standing ye give them not thoSe things which are needful to the body j what doth it profit ? Even so faith, if it hath not works, is dead, being alone. Yea a man may say, thou hast faith, and I have works : shew me thy faith without thy works. Thou believest that there is one Gjd ; thou dossi well: the devils also believe, and tremble." —St. James n.

The Viceroy telegraphs that relief con tinues to expand in the Central Provinces, where a quarter of a million children are dealt with in kitchens. The total number now on relief approaches five and a-half millions.

Bead part of the Epistle for Sunday last ;— Hereby perceive we the love of God, because He lail down Hia life for us : and we ought to lay down our lives for the brethren. But whose hath this world's goods, and seeth his brother have need, and shutteth up his bowels of compassion from him; how dwelleth the love of God in him 7 My little children, let us not love in word, neither in tongue;.but in deed, and in truth.—St. John I.

There are many unpleasant sights in famine time, even with the wisest adminis tration, but none more horrible, more heart rtndiog than the famine baby. Scaroity presses very hard upon the aged, and oarries off many whoso full tale of years has not been passed ; but saddening as it is to see those who had looked for a peaceful close to a life of toil borne down by the hand of fate, how infinitely more distressing to see the blow fall upon the weak young life, withering it on the threshold of its existence? The disproportionate head of the emaci ated suckling seems insecurely attached to the miserable shrunken ricketty frame, the lathlike arms hang listlessly from the thin shoulders, the shrunken withered legs dangle feebly from the tiny hip?. Once under the notice of bhe authori ties, no effort is spared to restore the stricken infant to something like health and shupp. The mother is fed in the kitchen with a full ration supplemented by an extra three ohittacks for the child ; the infant is nourished on milk and a special preparation like Horliok'a malted milk or Meliin's Food. The mischief, unfortunately, is often done, and if the life be saved, what hope is there of the child developing a healthy body 1 This problem of the nursing mother is one of the most difficult the Famine Administration has to face —Mr F. Ferriman is desirous to cable another £100 to the Bishop of Bombay on July 3rd. Will you please help, by sending your subscriptions now.

Grounding of the Kakapo

DETAILS OF THE MISHAP.

United Press Association —By Electric Telegraph—Copyright Sydney, June 26 The details of the grounding of the Kakapo show that the scene of the disaster was midway between Uoord hoek and Klein Slangkop. At high tide the vessel ia not more than fifty yards from the dry, hard beach. How she was allowed to run ashore on a part of tho shore at least' a mile inland from both the Hout Bay Point and Kommetje is a mystery. It is stated that the Kakapo was abreast of Table Mountain at 4 30 on the previous after noon, and after that time and until the , accident the oaptain and officers saw nothing. There was a strong norths westerly wind and heavy rain at the time of the disaster.

Victorian Politics.

United Press Association—By Eleotrio

Telegraph—Copyright

(Received Wakapuaka June 21, ©.25 am

This Office 10 26 a m)

Melbourne, June 27

At a meeting of the Opposition, Mr Turner was re-elected leader. It was decided to move an amendment to the Address -in • Reply, condemning the Government's -administration during the recess, especially in connection with the despatch of the contingents.

AUSTRALIAN FEDERA TION.

MR KINGSTON'S ATTACK ON EARL

BEAUCFAMP.

United Press Association—By Eleotrio Telegraph—Copyright.

Sydney, June 26

Judge Docker, speaking at the open ing of a school, indignantly denounced Mr Kingston's attack on Earl Beau champ, and sympathised with the Governor for the insolent attack for exercising the right possessed by every Briton, and pre-eminently by the representative of Her Majesty. For tunately the attack was not made in our colony, and was by one more noted for violent and intemperate utterances than anything else. The Governor, who was present, said he had not yet read the attack, but thought somehow he would be able to bear up when he did. In the Assembly Sir William Lyne announced that he had received a cable message from Mr Barton, stating that the Commonwealth Bill had been read a third time in the House of Commons.

(Received Wakapuaka June 27, 9 10 a m, This office 945 a m) London, June 26 The House of Commons read the Commonwealth Bill a third time, amidst cheers

TRANSVAAL WAR.

General Hamilton's Movements.

Occupation of Heidelberg;.

Boers Pursued for Seven Miles.

United Press Association-— By Eleotiic Telegraph—Copyright London, June 25 Lord Roberts ia engaged in obtaining remounts for the forces.

Major-General lan Hamilton, after occupying Heidelberg, pursued the Boers for seven miles.

Major-General lan Hamilton has broken his collarbone by a fall.

The Boers burned three culverts at Honingspru.it. Commandant De Wet, who is leading the raiders, displays much activity eastwards of the rail way.

The battalion of the Irish Yeomanry, captured near Lindley, on May 31st, and 130 Highlanders, captured while escorting a convoy to Heilbron, on June 4tb,< have been taken to Macha dodorp.

Capetown, June 25

The Boers attacked tbe British post at Uoningfpruit, and burned the cul verts before reinforcements arrived from Eroonatad.

The British casualties numbered 31.

The Irish Yeomanry captured near Lindley were unaware that the Boers had re-occupied the town, and were advancing carelessly when entrapped.

Sydney, June 26

Major-General Hutton hag written to the Premier highly praising the fighting qualities and cheerful accept ance of hardships of the New South Wales troops. He heartily congratu lated the Government on being repre sented by such fine soldiers, while the praise of the medical corps is in every body's mouth. He adds :—" We believe the war is really drawing.to a close."

Brisbane, June 26

Mr Rutledge has asked the Governor to cable to Mr Ohrmberlain calling attention to the destitute condition of invalided soldiers, and their complaints of the harsh treatment in hospital at the Cape. He expressed the opinion that the matter requires very strict enquiry.

Deaths from Fever.

(Received Wakapuaka June 27, 8 55 am, This Octice 9.40 am) London, June 26 General Warren telegraphs that the rebellion in the North Cape Colony has been extinguished The foreign Attaches now with Lord Roberts are returning home The following deaths in the New Zealand Mounted Infantry are advised : Private A. Maclntyre, from enteric fever, at Elandsfontein ;. T. W. Poole, from enteric fever, at Kroonatad; F. Saxton, from malaria, at Beira; also Private Hill, of the New South Wales Mounted Infantry, from enteric fever. Private Baxter, of the New South Wales Mounted Infantry, is reported missing. United Press Association—By Electric ]j| Telegraph We 1 lingtqN, June 27 ' With respect to the cable reporting the death of Trooper Angus Mclntyre, the Government havo received a similar message, but as there is no one of that name in any of the contingents, they have cabled for further particulars. There is in the Thhd Contin gent a Trooper R Mclntyre, shepherd, tf Little River, whose nearest of kin is given in the official lists as Mr A. Mclntyre j

Sir Alfred Mtlner has cabled that Pri vate W. Anderson died at Pretoria on f une 21 of enteric fevor. He was a rat m • her of the Third Contingent,and a farmer, from Fielding.

In reply to a telegram, thanking Mr Pdcher, of Capetown, for his kindness to New Zealanders. the Premier received tha following :—" Your telegram most grati fying reward of my efforts for Oar Boys. Accept my assurance of oontinued endea vours.-Pii.CMEE."

ANTARCTIC EXPLORA TION.

-—■" —- m '——— The Southern Cross Expedition

A Quartz Beef, Discovered.

By Sir George Newnes.

United Press Association-—By Eleotrio Telegraph—Copyright

Sydney, June 26

The continuation of the narrative of Borchgrevinck's Southern Cross Antarctic Expedition is as follows:—

Towards the end of July an attempt was made to reach Possession Island over the ice, but after going through exciting adventures and suffering great hardships from cold, it waß found necessary to return to Camp Ridley without the object being accomplished, although Borchgrevinck states that the trips were by no means unimportant either with regard to meteorological observations or geological studies of Victoria Land itself.

On July 26th an attempt was made to reach the coast land to the west of Robertson's Bay. A camp was pitched with the thermometer registering- 40ieg below zero. An island was discovered and named Duke of York Island. On this journey the lowest temperature registered was experienced—namely, 52deg below zero. Subsequently ex peditions to Robertson's Bay were despatched during August and Septem ber, with the result that valuable collections were made and observations attended to whenever opportunity offered On one of the journeys on the glaciers of Victoria Land, the Finn, Sairo, had a thrilling experience. He had care lessly walked on a glacier without a rope, when he felt the snow give way under his feet, and he fell headlong into a crevasae, turning three times round in the air before he jumped sixty feet below, head downwards. He managed to turn himself head upwards, then with great coolness and presence of mind took from bis pocket a strong pocketknife, with which he carved small supports for his feet, thus gradually working his way upwards. He reached the top in an exhausted condition.

The land towards the southwest of York Island in the Admiralty Range was visited and named Geikie Island, owing to its geological interest. The Duke of York Island itself was found to be cut through from east to west by

broad, deep quartz reefs. May it here suffice to say, remarks Borchgrevinck, that minerals of great value occur in this vicinity, that undoubtedly in time to come science will receive that support from commerce which the progress of civilisation justifies, andj that in future Antarctic exploration will never be in want of financial support. Officially I took possession of York Island for Sir George Newnes. Geikie Land, which we visited on several occasions, is also rich in minerals

THE CRISIS IN CHINA.

The Capture of the Taku Forts

Tfctt Japanese Commwder Be headed-

Total Number Killed, 2000

United Press Association—By Electric Telegraph Copyright. Hongkong, June 25

The anti-foreign movement is openly supported by large bodies of well armed troops in the provinces of Chi-li andShansi. These troops are spread ing northwards to Niuchwang. L®nd©n, June 25

The battleship Victorious, which arrived at Naples on the homeward voyage from the China station, has been ordered to return to China. The battleship Goliath is also proceeding to China, and the cruiser Argonaut is to follow her.

Germany and Russia are despatching additional cruisers to China. The American Government distrusts Li Hung Chang's reported mediation. Lieutenant General Gaselee's Indian force, which is proceeding to China, will be raised on the divisional strength. Pekin, June 25 The details of the capture of [the Twkt» Foru «how that the Japanese commander, leading barefooted sealers, was beheaded as he climbed the wall of the northern fort. The Japanese furiously attacked, refusing quarter. i The Chinese commander was killed, and his family subsequently committed , suiciQO The total killed was 2000. The Russians, British, Germans and French each retain one of the captured Chinese torpedo destroyers. The Russian newspapers assume an amusing attitude, taking the entire credit for the capture of Taku, St. Petersburg, June 26 The Chinese Legation here received a telegram on Sunday from Li Hung Chang stating that the European diplomatists in Pekin are sale. Russia has called out the reserves in the Siberian and Amur military districts, and has raised the forces in the Amur district to a war footing. Bombay, June 26 Lieutenant-General Gaselee's force sails from Calcutta for China on July 2.

Cable From Rear-Admiral Bruce

India Seadi&ff 10,000 Iff en to Caina-

(Received Wakapuaka June 27, 9.10 a m, This Office 9 45 am) Pekin, June 26 The warship Terrible arrived at Ohefoo from Taku, and reports that eight hundred men of the sixth regi ment and two hundred of the second battalion of the Welsh Fusiliers from Hong Kong effected a junction with the international force marching to the relief of Tientsin, which two days previously had been surrounded nine miles from Tientsin. It was intended to renew the attack on the Chinese on Sunday night. i Rear-Admiral Bruce cabled to the Admiralty that he was not aware that Admiral Seymour's expedition was cut off until Tientsin was invested. Since then Tientsin had been fighting for life. The forts at Taku were seized by allies. Owing to information received that the Chinese army was preparing to attack Tientsin and Tongkin, it was decided to reinforce Taku and lay mines at the mouth of the Peiho Shenzbsuanhouai. He now states that the legations at Pekin were safs on the 16th inst. Bombay, Juno 26 India sends to China eight battalions of infantry, a regiment of cavalry, and a battery of field artillery. The strength of the force is a total of 10,009.

PRESENTATION.

Oa Tuesday evening the railway officials at Ashburton gathered in the ticket office for the purpose of presenting the station master, Mr J. T. Parsons, with a framed mounting, containing the photos of [the employees, views of the station and goods shed, and a portrait of Mr Parsons himself. The presentation was made by Mr T. Breeze, Guard, who regretted the duty had not fallen to an abler speaker. Mr Parsons had been with them now about two years and nine month?." Before he arrived, the officials were told that " One of the whitest of white men" was coming to be stationmaster at Ashburton. There was not the least doubt those words had proved true.— (Applause.) They were all pleased to know that Mr Parscns was being promoted, and he would, no doubt, very soon advance further ; but at the same time they were all very sorry indeed to lose him. He had proved a gentleman to whom they oould always go if they wanted advice in any shape or form and could act upon the advice given with bhe utmost confidence, as ib invariably proved good He had very great p'easure, on behalf of the officials, in present ing Mr Parsons with the mounting. It expressed the determination of the employees that the recipient shonld not forget them. (Laughter.) Every time he went into the house he must think of Ashburton and the people he had left there. They all trusted that, wherever Mr Parsons went, prosperity and happiness would attend him and his family.—(Loud'applause.) * Mr C Fowke, engine driver, Slid he wished, on behalf of the locomotive department, to congratulate Mr Parsons on his advancement in the service. They were all sure Mr Parsons would not get higher than they wished to see him, (Applause.) At the earns time they must express regret lat losing him. It was the very deepest of regret this time. They had lost a good number from time to time, and had cften expressed regret at departures, but this time it was the deepest regret from the locomotive department (Ohoius of voices: " And our's too.") They wished him and his family the very greatest success wherever they might go. (Applause-) Although it was the loss of the Ashburton officials it was the gain of others and they were all glad to know the service as a whole would not lose him. (Applause.) Mr. McQhjiney, inspector of Permanent

Way, said he had been in Ashburton nine months now, and in all his dealings with Mr Parsons had found him a thorough gentleman. (Applause.) He trusted he would succeed in Whangarei as well as he had done in Ashburton. (Applause.) 'ihey bad heard a great deal about Mr Parsons in the service, and it was always of the best. He (the speaker) wished him long life. health, and every happinesr. It was, of course, possible they might yet see him agaia ia'Ashburton. It was very hard to say what mighc happen to a man on the railway, if ever he returned it would, most likely, be in a higher position. (Voices: ««We hope so.') He did nob , think Mr Parsons would find his new sphere i of labour more pleasant tnan Ashburton and the South Island, (applause.) Mr J L Smith, on behalf of the olerioal staff, expressed their regret al losing Mr Parsons, who had always been to them more like a friend than a master. In everything they looked to him as a friend, ana they trusted he would soon be baok in the South Island again, say at Chrisbcharoh. (Ap plause.) They wished him and; his family every success and happiness wherever they might be. (Applause.) - Mr J Polsen, train examiner, expressed the regret of the outside staff at losing Mr Parsons. There had never been a better stationmaster in Ashburton. They wished h:m every success and congratulated bin most heartily on his promotion. (Applause.) Mr Parsons, who was received with ap plause, said he thanked them all for the kindness they had shown and the help they had given him during his stay in Ashburton. He had always been sure of having the co-operation of any servant upon the station whenever he wanted it. It had always been his aim to make everyone feel they had a certain amount of responsibility in their duties. He never cared to interfere in any* one's work to the extent of making him feel that he, the speaker, was doing it and not the oficial He liked to be able to say so. and so is to be done and to koow that the men would then go and do it of their own freewill. He was sure this was the best way for all. Every man liked to feel a little independence, and he always found everything done very willingly and without any grumbling, The time he had spent In Ashburton had been a very pleasant time, and he would ever remember it especially when he had such an excellent reminder as the one in front of him. (Hear hear). But he was not likely to forget them. In tho " exigencies of the service " of which they were told so much, (laughter) they might meet again, He thanked them very much for their kindness and for their handsome present. They conld soareely have givsn ■ him a better one, a* it would always remind him of them all. He wished every one of them every sucoesa and happiness. (Loud applause). Musical honours were accorded Mr Parsons and hearty cheers given for I himself, Mrs Parsons and family. Each official then shook hands with and said good-bye to their departing stationmaster.

Farewell Social.

At the Baring Pajuare Wesleyan Church* the schoolroom was crowded last night, when Mr and Mrs Parsons and their family were entertained at a farewell gathering. The room had been decorated for the occasion, and by request, Mr Parsons allowed the handsome picture presented to him by the railway employees to be exhibited on the wall. The Rev T Fee presided over the meeting, which was" a cordial one. While resident in Ashburton Mr Parsons has taken the keenest interest in the welfare of the' Church, and as a teacher in the Sunday School, and a member of the choir, his interest in his work bat been most marked. Miss Flossie Parsons has acted as pianist for the choir, and her devotion to the duties falling to the position has been very sustained. Very great regret was expressed at the departure of the family from the district. It would, the speaker said, be a very great loss to the Church, while socially the family were held in the very highest esteem. Short speeches were made by the Rev. T- Fee, Messrs C Dixon. R Alcorn, W H Col lins, H M Jones, G W Andrews, E Uadrill, and others. Mr Undrill expressed the deep re c retof the choir at losing the services of two such enthusiastic workers as Mr and Miss Parsons. The latter had devoted a great deal of time and attention to helping the soloists and in every way had been most useful. One speaker referred- to the fact that the inmates of the Old Men's Home would miss, very much, the youngest daughter of the family, Miss Frankie Par sons, who had Sunday after Sunday endea voured to cheer the lives of the inmates by singing to them. Reference was also made to the services rendered to the church by Miss Parsons, who, before she went into the Salvation Army work had occupied the pulpit occasionally with much acceptance. Mr Parsons briefly replied to the speakers. On behalf of himself, his wife, and family he thanked them for the very, kind things said. He was sorry te leave Ash burton, where they had all received the greatest kindness and made many friends. Miss Parsons alto spoke in a similar strain

During the evening solos were sneg by Mrs H N Hfskens and Mr Oliver J Miss Fee contributed a pianoforte solo, and Mr Fee a reoibation. Refreshments, provided by the ladies, were handed round, and the meeting terminated with the singing of "God be with you till we meet again," and the pronouncing of the Benediotion

PARLIAMENT.

United Press Association—By Blecerto Telegraph

WaXXiiHOffoir, June 26

LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL.

The Council met at 2.50 p.m. XKWHIMBKB. Mr Cadman was sworn in. ABDKIIS IK &IN.V.

Colonel Pitt, in moving the Address in Reply, said that the social legislation of tha past ten years had proved extremely benefi cial, and bad brought about a prosperity which was still being enjoyed. The part taken by New Zealand in Sonth Africa had helped to demonstrate to other nations that in time of trouble the Old Country oould rely on the strong arms and stout hearts of the colonists. The deepatoh of fve ooutfo gents from New Zealand was a splendid performance for so small a country It was undoubted that if Great Britain went to war with a naval power it wonld be neces sary for New Zealand to look to her de fences. He urged that all males of a eer* tain age should undergo military Instruc tion, and that the old difficulty in regard to employers should be dealt with In a decisive manner. There should also be adequate equipment in the way of arms. He spoke against New Zealand federating with Australia, but thought it would be advantageous for this colony to,extend its sphere of influence over islands in the Pacific. The country would be glad to have a respite from new legislation, bat the question of local government needed to be dealt with.

Sir George Whit more referred to the esteem in which New Zealand was held In England, where the name of the oolony was cheered whenever mentlotei in public. There oould be no such thing as compulsory military service in New Zealand. Employers should be required to allow their workmen who were volunteers to attend drills and manoeuvres.

Mr Scotland condemned the war as wicked, unnecessary, and cruel. Every civilised nation of the world joined in condemning the war. The colonial contingents were fine and brave young men, but not soldiers. The real soldiers were the men of the Scotch and Irish regiments, who stood and were shot down in hundreds for one-eighth of the pay. If the colonies had a voice in England's councils they would always want war, bn> [ cause it was profitable to them. He hoped that notwithstanding what he had said no one would be so uncharitable as to say that he was less loyal than less sincere persons. Mr MoLean praised the Premier for his actions in connection with the war, and amid applause sketched what the colony had done to help the Empire. Every sohoolboy in the colony should be drillei*. ' Mr Jones moved the adjournment of the debate. The Council at 4.30 adjeuraed till 8.30 p.m> the following day.

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.

Wellington, June 26 SheHouMmetat73o,

Mr J. T. Parsons.

fE® AfiHbtJBTON . GtJAKDUN; WEDNESDAY, JUNE 27, 1900



"HEALTH" COCOA IS ABSOLUTELY PURE. FREE FROIf^MTEBATI v ft YOUR DIGESTIVE ORGANS Require pure Rod. Lour Liver demands consideration in the question of drink. Tour Nervous System requires a strengihe ning food drink, and you have this in " HEALTHropCM, JN P ;KCH \SING COCOA It is important that yru should exercise your own judgment. If you drink any* thing that is offered you, you do yourself a gross injustice. Cocoa should be absolutely pure to ensure its full beneficial effect. TRY* 1 HEALTH;' COCOA And you will use it in preference to any other, Six subtantial Btasons why v HEALTH ,J Cocoa should be used in preference to any other. Ist;,—Because •* HEALTH " COCOA is absolutely pure, and pure food is essential to perfect health, 2nd.— Because " HffiAL 1H " COCOA is most economical in use, more so than other Cocoas on th« Market, half a teaspoonful makes a Breakfast Cup of delicious Cocoa, other Cocoas require a teaspoonful. 3rd.—Becanse " HEALTH" COCOA is lower in price than other Cocoes, a quarter pound tin costing lOd yields tuffioient for 30 cups of deiiciona Cocoa. 4th,—Because •« HEALTH " COCOA agrees wirh the most delicate digestion, stimulates, and strengthens the nervous system, and is the most suitable food drink for Invalids, Children, and the robust. 6th. —Because «* HEALTH " COCOA ia prepared from the finest Cocoa obtainable, and is free from drugs and other injurious mixtures. 6th.—Because "HEALTH "COOOA contains more nourishment than Beef Tea, and Meat Extracts, and should be used by everyone who values health. Tr a Tin of '-HEALTH" COOOA and You will never regret it, AGENTS FOR ASHBURTON SHEARMAN BROS., GROCERS, IRONMONGERS, WINE & SPIRIT MERCHANTS, Makxgt House, Ashburton. — 28.000 o*->kia^ |lf|l|jß| Ran^es IN USB IN THIS COLONY ■■MM f 'v.;< t >.'-iK' paw I \ \ (c"w'°^vftyi pI, v , it THEY BURN LTGNIf E, TRUE GOAL OR WOOD UP TO 2ft 6in no setting"required. With Stove Pipe can be worked out in the open. SPLENDID BREAD BAKERS. With Cast Iron or Copper Boilers. The Copper Boilers are large and Tin-lined inside REPAIRS ARE A MINIMUM. Made in all sizes, single or double ovens. High or low pressure boilerr; Sold by all Ironmongers, from whom Catalogues can be obtained, or fro^o the maker H. E. SHACKLOCK, LTD., 80UTH1ND FOUNDRY, Princes Street, DUNEDTN, mmmmmmmmmmxmmmmmcKmmmmmmmm^mmmmmmmmammmmimammmmmmmtmimmmmmmmmmmmmmt^^tm M Zealand Insnranoe Gonpiii. BJ3 TAB LI S h"¥d°' L - 185 8 CAPITAL^NE MILLION. THEPBEMMB AND WEALTHIEST COIOHIAL COMPANY, NOTED FOB PROMPTNESS AND LIBERALITY PAID-UP CAPITAL AND RESERVES— £400,000. FIRE AND 'MARINE RISKS. ALSO,- RISKS ON GROWING CROPS t taBB HING MACHINES, 4o„ ACCEPTED AT LOWEST TORRENT jRaTS*» ,Bj W. HA.NMBR - &QEHT. wmmmmmm mmmammmmmKmmmnmmmmmami^mmmmmmmmmmamimi^mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmammmt^mmammimmm>muim ■ h A Beautiful EVEHING DRESS WINDOW. . BfO METH IN O NEW AND CHASTE. MITCHELL & TURNER.



[OATES, LOWBY AND GO i FOE Gas Lamp?, 15s Each. Shipment of Bells and Carbide Just to Hand. OATES, LOWRY AND GO, Burna Btreet MONEY TO LEND. . I HAVE Trust Monies for Investment in sums of £600 to £5000 on First Mortgage at lowest current ratep. DAVID ZANDER, 6 119 Tancred Street. & Co., IMPORTERS OF MUSICAL INSTRU MENTS, Timabu, Wellington, and Dunedin, TNIENDING Purchasers of Pianos, Or gans, or other Musical Instruments will do well to interview Mr W. H. Long, traveller for the above-mentioned old-established firm before selecting. For terms apply at' 6 157 CENTRAL HOTEL. r-f) • .2 H ' uJ & S 2 « Jl © td d a • . ° Ph o ; il as r ~ o Ph Ph H 8 »!' «<H o ■■■■ w g H. fc; H r § - = fc* Q & as rvj.<l «.. :? o3 yon jsajl^. HARD to beat for good va'uo for a Suburban Homestead and Poultry Farm—3^ acres first) class land, with fiva roomed House, detached wash house, dairy, and bedroom combined; both buildings are 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; oheap, and very easy terms. New Dwelling House, Wills Street West, on j acre. Good House and §■ 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 Fairton. H. W. Barrett, AGENT, ARCADE, ASHBURTON. . 6147 THE RAPID LIGHTNING GLOSS TBI ONLY RELIABLE SHIRT POLISH IN THE WORLD. TITRS MILLER, of Dunedin, the Pro fessional Laundrets, says ;—lt is the best I have ever used. It makes Shirt Ironing a pleasure. Wise Mothers and Sisters try it and save your strength, temper, and patience. Once tried, always used. Sold in Tins at SHEARMAN BROS' & JOHN ORB & CO. 5 136 WEASK— Your inspection.of our EXCELLENT TWEEDS AND OTEECOATINGS. We have now been in business 26 years, and still retain many of our first customers, which alone is proof 0 our HONEST WOBK. Mcdonald & Co., Tailors, Etc. Jubilee Building Burnett Street "jTwiTson, ! BURNETT STREET. 1 T HAVE JUST TO HAND a very large variety of MIXED PAINTS 1 Very Suitable for Painting Drays, Traps, Kitchens, Interior and Exterior of Houses, Etc.



pTjUV^fifsW "^ I could only get tf&*^Us/C*^ nrany tired wo men Jif ]<*.W^^ say this ! They Q jf t Y\\Vsr aro exhausted, 7T\l*w6*'Jr depressed, dis couraged. Even after Eg^jr^ sleeping they find them ■ftr selves just as tired as before. Wy Not a part of the body escapes kVfrom tho hard aches and pains. You should have all impurities removed from your blood and your nerves greatly strengthened, 4 vcyers sanapariiia brings rest and refreshing sleep. Your nervousness disappears and your great unrest passes away. Of course you know this is so, for you have heard all about Ayer's Sarsa parilla. Ask your doctor if it isn't the best Sarsaparilla in tho world. Even your druggist will tell you "It's tho oldest and the best." If you are constipated, take Ayer's Pills. I They greatly aid the Sarsaparilla. Prepared fcrßr. J.C.AKnfcjCo.»Lewell,Mni, ! ,ir,S.4



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