Ashburton Guardian Magna est Veritas et Prævalebit. WEDNESDAY, APRIL 25, 1900. THE ASHBURTON CLUB.

?Va hear that the Committee of the Ashburton Club has drafted a fresh set of by-laws for the better govern ment of that body, and we gather that a number of valuable suggestions, which have been made by members from time to time, have been utilised and in some form or other been incorporated in the new by-laws, This promises well for the future of the institution, and it ie to be hoped that the members of the new Committee will realise their responsibilities in considering them. We are quite aware that the Club is nominally a private institution, but it is none the less one that exercises a considerable influence upon the social condition of this com munity. For this reason we make no apology to the members for again referring to a matter we dealt with pretty fully some twelve months ago. We allude to the question of keeping the institution open for thesale of liquor on Sunday evenings from eight till ten. As it is the only place where liquor is obtainable on Sundays without break ing the law, it goes without saying that a large number of persona who are not members of the Club may be expected to get in through the agency of friends, and thus the fundamental principle of the law of the land, as well as the principles of the institution itself, are practically violated. We acknowledge the Committee has evinced « strong and very laudible desire to fall into line with public sentiment on Sunday liquor trading by voluntarily closing the bar for the greater part of that day. Credit is also due to the members of the. Committee for, of their own free will, closiag the bar I on Good Friday's and on the day's set apart for holding the general Parlia mentary election. As they are not compelled by law to close on such days, their action in voluntarily sacrifioing their trade on these days is so much the more commendable Is it too much to ask that, wheh considering their new by-lawa, they will go one step further, and close the bar throughout the whole of Sunday.

Four score years and five have all but passed away since " that world's earth quake, Waterloo," " THERE WAS and: it is difficult to A SOUND OF realise that death REVELRY BY has only just claimed NIGHT." a lady who filled a conspicuous place at the famous ball on the eve of the battle, when " Belgium's capital had gathered there hei beauty and her chivalry." Lady. Louisa Tighe, who died on March 2, at the age of 97 years, was a daughter of the hostess of that immortal evening,-—her father being the fourth Duke of Richmond,—and her childish hands had the honour of girding on the sword of the Iron Duke when he act out for the battlefield. ' Her grandmother was a daughter of that Duchess of Gordon who raised the Gordon Highlanders. Mow the thought of Lady Louisa's long etretch of life and experience arrests the historical imagination! Why, she was old enough to have been the Queen's mother, and ifc is 111 yeara since her father fought a duel with the Queen's uncle, the Duke of York. To quote the Times: — " The death of Lady Louisa Tighe is one of those events which bring the historic past close to s contemporary life. She was perhaps'the last, &s she was cer tainly the most interesting and the roost intimate, link between the stir ring incidents of th« beginning of the present century and the existence of to-day. Born in 1803, she came to Ireland with her father, who was appointed Viceroy in 1807, and she was fond of telling of her morning rides in the Phoenix Park with the Duke of Wellington, then Sir Arthur Wellesley, who was Chief Secretary, 18071809. Lady Louisa Tighe saw four Sovereigns on the British throne, and was seventeen when George 111 died." The thoughts of youth «re "long, long thoughts," according to Longfellow; but long, long and strange, must have been the thoughts of this venerable lady wheu she looked back across her many summers,—back to youth and the summer of Waterloo.

Local and General.

* # * Ok the first page to-day will be found telegraphic news and on the fourth page a short story. Appeal Dismissed —The Appeal Court unanimously dismissed the application for appeal in the Bouvy case. Hospital Appointments.—A meeting of the Hospital Committee waa held yesterday afternoon for the purpose of appointing the two probationers. Mies Scaly and Mies | Wilkio, of Ashburton, were chosen and Mr E M Harris was appointed gardener. Oak Graining—The staff of Mr J. Wil f eon, painter and decorator, hare just com pleted a very fine bit of oak graining over the entrance t« Messrs Mitchell and Turner's drapery establishment. The work is of a class not often e«en in Ashburton, and reflects every credit on the firm. Mr Wil son is doing his best to cultivate high-class decoration in the town, and is succeeding in his efforts. The Interior of Mr John Orr's residence haa just been under Mr Wilson's brush, and some excellent results have been achieved. 4 Cinnamon Cure, Wahoo, Koolibah or Benjamin Gum go 2 Ashburton Drug Co. Smoke New Venus

Meeting otCkfditoes —A meeting of the , oredibors of Thomas Welch, carpenter, Ash barton, was called for eleven o'c'ook this morning, but only one creditor attended. The meeting was therefore adjourned sine die. The bankrupt's Btatemenb showed unsecured creditors, £89; assets, nil. Musioal Uhion—To-nighb, in the Odd fellows' Hall, the members of the Ashburton Musical Union give their seventh subsorip lion concert, when J B Van Bree's "St Cecilia's Day " will be produced, The solos are to be taken by Mrs H Steel. The ! orchestra is an excellent one, of about twenty instruments, and some thirty voices will bake part in the choruses. Mr H A Gates will, as usual, conduct. The members and their friends will no doubt have a very pleasant musical re-union. A Singular Cash—A singular case is en gaging the attention of the Melbourne Hos pital authorities, A cabman brought under the notice of the polioe the fact that a Japanese had been standing motionless io one spot in Bourke street for over two hours. The man was driven to the hospital and put through a levere examination under a galvanic battery. When the mail lefb he had nob regained consciousness. The Japan ese physically is in an apparently perfect state of health, but is motionleßS and speechless. U.A.O.D.—The usual fortnightly meeting of the Star of Ashburton Lodge of Druids, was held on Monday evening. Owing, no doubt, io tha School Committee elections being held the game evening, there was a small attendance. Two candidates were ini tiated into the rites of the Order, and a oon siderable amount of formal business was transacted. A committee was formed to reporb at the next meeting as to ways and means, and the date on which the annual social of the Lodge was to be held, it having been decided to hold it a* early as possible (She Lodge was oloaed at the usual hour by the A.D., BroGobbo.

Pbtze Monby—Admiral Dewey's claim for prize money, on account of the destruc tion of the Spanish fleet in Manila Bay, came before the United States Court of Claims recently. The Court decided against the Admiral's contention that the enemy's foroe was superior to his, and awarded him 9750 dollars prize money. In coming to this deoision the Court declared that the shore batteries, torpedoes, and mioee, must ba ruled out in making up an estimate of the strength of the contending naval foroes. This reduced the bounty of Dewey's men to half the amount claimed. Adoption ov a Cable Cgbe.—The post master, Mr Renner, informs us of the adoption of a cable code, the following mesiage having been reoeived by him:— "Berne sotifies British Administration advises that the Al code has been deposited with the authorities at Aden. This code is one of those chosen by the British and ' German administration. The German ad ministration has also deposited the " Tele grapher," Sch!uacel, of M Standt, and 0 Hundius, published by - Julius Springer, Berlin; and these may now be generally ; employed to and from Zanzibar, Seyohalles, i Mauritius, Madagascar, British and German ( East Africa, Mozambique, and Lorenzo Marquiz'" A Diffeeent Accounx—Although slightly different versions have been given of General Wauohope'a laßt words to his men at Magersfontein, all have agreed in making i the commander of the Highland Brigade say, •• Don'b blame me." From this remark the inference haß been drawn that the fault lay with Lord Methuen, and it has been said serious differences existed between him and General Wauohope, but an Edinburgh : gentleman has received a letter from a soldier in the Black Watch which gives an 1 altogether different accounl of General Wauchope's dying message. The writer, who was beside the General when he fell, declares thab his last wordH we»e : ts B'ame me for leading you into this trap -attack the flanks." Those who knew lha General •ay that it is more in keepiDg with his noble character that he should accept responai . bility ; and, we may add, in harmony with the dead General's last letter bo his wife. " Realist " Studies—A lady of Berlin, the authoress of several novels and romances, has got herself into trouble by the intensity and thoroughness of her " realist "studio?. She was seizad by a police detective in the Wertheim Bazaar, and carried before the Sehaffengerichto on the charge of stealing a valuable boa. The charge was proved, and the Magistral asked her if ahe had any defence to offer! Bhe grav< ly informed the ' Court that she was engaged upon a new romance, in which the chief sharacter was a , female shop thief. la order to possets her own mind with the real " subjectivity " of the unhappy heroine, so as to describe the woman's mental experiences with exact i fiielity to nature, she resolved to undergo , the humiliation of stealing and the terrors , of an attempt to escape detection after the thefb. She, of course, intended to restore the stolen article to the baziar as soon as the boa had served its purpose as an instru i ment for the perfection of literary art. The testimony of the lady's friends to her good character and sincerity induced the Court to 1 inflict a very gentle penalty. The martyr of ; realism got off with a few hours' detention and a small fine.

INDUSTRIAL BUILDING SOCIETY

The seventh annual meeting of ■hare holders in the No. 1 Aahburton Industrial Building Society was held ia the office of the secretary, Mr J. C. Styche, Aroade Chambers, on Tuesday evening. The cbair m&D, Mr A. A» Fooks, presided. REPORT AND BALANCE SHEET. The directors' report was as follows :— Your direotors have great pleaaure in submitting the seventh annual report and balance sheet, and in bo doing, most once more congratulate the shareholders on the very satisfactory result obtained during the past year. Notwithstanding the fact that the Society has repaid during the year on shares withdrawn by members the large sum of £649 3s, the Society has nevertheless increased on the previous year the number of appropriations allotted. The Society has now lent to the shareholders the large sum of £14,700, and your directors consider the whole of the securities given for the same are undoubted. Mr F. Clark being the only person nominated as a director he is duly elected. The meeting will have to appoint a shareholders' auditor. The balance sheet showed that the yaar had been a successful one, and that since the inauguration of the Society the profits had accumulated to over £1000. On the motion of the chairman, seconded by Mr W. H. Rule, 'the report and balance sheet were adopted. SHABEHOLDEBS AUDITOR On the motion of Mr F Clark, seobnded by Mr R MoOallum, Mr A H Field was elected shareholders auditor TOTES OJf THANKS The usual votes of thanks were "recorded and a special one to the secretary (Mr C J Styche (for the excellent manner in which he had carried out his duties during the past year MEETING OF DIRECTORS At a meeting of the directors, held after wards.there were present Messrs A A Fooke, J Wilson, R McCatlum, W J Siloock, F Olark and'J Patterson. ELECTION OF CHAIRMAN On the motion of Mr Wilson, seconded by Mr McCallum, Mr A A Fooks was unanimously re-elected Chairman.

HURRICANE IN THE ISLANDS

United Preaa Association—-By Eleofcrio Telegraph Auckland, April 24 A hurricane occurred at Vavau, Friendly Islands, on April 2. In the town of Neiupu nearly all the buildings, including Govern ment offices and the post offioe, were de. stroyed, and all the private wharves were badly knocked about, Trees were blown down in all directions, The orange crop was practically destroyed and the copra crop seriously damaged.

THE CABLE QUESTION.

United Press Association—By Electrio Telegraph—Copyrighb Melbourne, April 24 The Postmaster-General h*s reques ted a conference with Mr Orick this week, to discuss the Capo cable. An understanding has been arrived at with the Eastern Extension Company that, i provided the Oape cable agreement is not signed by all the colonies by Mon day, the present rates will remain in force until the colonies finally accept or reject its proposal. Should the agree ment be signed by Monday, the reduced rates will come into force in a month from to-day. London, April 24 The Pacific Gable Board's report is ready Tenders are to be privately invited immediately. (Received Wakapuaka April 25, 9.4G p-m, This Office 10.40 p,m Washington, April 24 A joint Committee of the American Houses adopted a Bill providing for laying a Pacific cable by privaje enter prise. __ I __

AN EXPLOSION.

United Press Association—By Electric Telegraph—Copyright (Received Wakapnaka April 25, 9 40 ».m, Thii Office 10,25 am) C«n'Stantiioplk, April 24 An explosion occurred on board the Turkish torpedo boat Scbam at Beyroat, while the crew Were testing the searchlight, The vessel sank almost immediately. Thirty of the crew were drownid.

ACTION AGAINST A BANK.

{United Prew Association—By Eleotrio ■Telegraph—Copyright) Received Wakapuak* April 25, 10.5 a.tn, This Offioe 10.50 a,m Brisbane, April 25 A writ has been iesued by Darius Hunt, of Toowoomba, againsc Messrs Hart, Morehead, and Webster, direc tors, and Unmack, auditor of the Queensland National Bank. The cause of action is set forth as a claim for damages against the defendants for signing and issuing false reports and balance Bhe«tg,and misrepresentation of the affairs of the bank, whereby plain tiff was induced to purchase shares.

SPORTING.

TIMARU RACES.

The SOJC Meeting commences at the course, Washdyke, to-morrow. The follow ing appear worthy of tupport : — High-Weight — First Blood 1, Aber orombie 2 Wei/tub—Sally 1, Lady Medallist 2 Abxomn —Jupiter 1, Suzinnah 2 Pont Rack—St. Loauda 1, Little Daily 2 Flying—St Denia 1, First Blood 2, Aber crombie 3 Selling—Belligerenb

FEDERATION

The Commonwealth Bill

The Premier's Decision.

United Press Association—By Eleotrio Telegraph—Cop j right London, April 23 The Daily Telegraph states that the Premiers' decision with regard to the Federal Bill is to be regretted, but it must be accepted. It urges the intro duction of Mr Haldane'a Council of the Empire. The Daily News adopts a similar view, and the Standard considers that Mr Barton's tone is too uncompromising. The Federal delegates are somewhat discouraged by the uncertain tont of the Premiers' decision, which ia calculated to create difficulties and possibly dUturb the unanimity hitherto prevail ing. They have determined to publish the text of the Premier' cable massage. Tho strongest conviction prevails that a number of colonial judges are seeking to influence the Colonial Office relative to appeals. Chief Justice Way, of Adelaide, iB one of the names specially mentioned.

The Dynamite Outrage at Niagara

* Uialted Press Aauooiubfon—By Eleotric Telegraph—Copyright New York, April 24 Walsh and Nolson, were Been light ing fuses and lowering explosives. The gates of the lock were badly sprung, but re-settled firmly, preventing a de vastating escape of water. Some authorities believe the Buffalo grain shovellers instigated the outrage in order to prevent the diversion of the trade through the canal.

THE PLAGUE.

THE RECORD TO DATE.

ONE HUNDRED AND FORTY OASES AND FJFIY DEATHS.

Press Association—By Eleotrio Telegraph—Copyright Sydney, April 24 A fresh case of plague, Brunan died before his removal to quarantine. McCarthy died in quarantine. Fourteen cured patients are to be discharged to morrow, This makes 27 who have recovered. Mr Lyne, replying to a Farliamen* tary deputation, promised to take steps to resume the wharves in Darling Harbour and create a harbour trust. Up to noon to'dayil^O cases of plague had been recorded, and 50 deaths. One of yesterday's cases occurred in a restaurant in the city. A 100 contacts have been sent to quarantine.

United Press Association—By Electric Telegraph

Wellington, April 23 The Royal Commissions oa the plague for Otago, Southland, Canterbury, and Welling ton, are being prepared. The function of these Commissioners will be identioal with those ef the Auckland Commissioners, but their sphere of operation will be confined to their respective provincial districts, while that of Dr Mason and Mr Gilruth is for the whole colony. The Agent-General oables to the Colonial Secretary that twenty folks of antipeitifere have been sent by mail. Mr Reeves is endeavouring to seoure a supply of prophy lactic from India. Auckland, April 24 Another rat, which waa captured on one of the jetties, on Monday, has been found to be suffering from plague. The jetty will be barricaded, and the approaches rendered rat proof. The Manapouri arrived from Samoa and Tonga this morning, anchoring in the stream for Inspection by tha health offioer. Every thing waß found in order. Instructions hive

been received for the fumigation of < H vessels arriving from oversea ports, but iho Sanitary Commissioners recommended to the Government that this course was unneces sary with the Manapouri, and a reply is now being awaited. Dunedin, April 24 The Mayor brought before the General Ocmmittee tc-day a number of suggestions in the matter of piague precautiens. It was decided lo appoint two additional iuspeo« torn, making seven in all, and to offer 4s per d< zen for rale. It was also resolved to erect a temporary furnace for the destruction of rubbish pending the procuring of a proper destructor. Vigorous steps are to be taken in the way of cleansing various places, which may prove a source of danger.

TRANSVAAL WAR.

— » Brabant Within light Miles of Wepener, Thirty-five Worcesters and Eleven Dragoons Missing, British Fighting Iheir Way. The Boers Outflanked. A Position Captured, Lord Methuen's Force Threatened. Concealing Escaped Boer Prisoners. A Government Contractor Arrested. Portuguese Guarding the Transvaal frontier Free Etaters Threatemed. The Sunnyiide Bebels. Conviotion and Sentences. * United Press Association—By Electric Telegraph—Copyright.

London, April 23 Colonel Pole-Carew is operating with the 2nd Battalion of the South Wales Borderers, at Sann*h } a post about twenty miles north of Dewetsdorp, , London, April 24 Generals Brabant and Hart.^outf flanking tht enemy, compelled them to retire. General Brabant is now with* in eight miles of "Wepener, General Bundle reports that 3S of the Worcester Regiment, who were on outpost duty in the dark, are missing. Major-General Pole-Carew, with the eleventh division, and General French, with two brigades of cavalry, marching [toassist General Rundle, have fought their way to Karriefontein. Three were killed and nineteen wounded. Eleven Dragoon Guards are miss' ing. Major-General Oarow seized Lieuw kop, on the extreme left of the Boer extended position, having previously outflanked the enemy on the right and left. The enemy evacuated Lieuwkop in the night and hold another position across the British line of advance. A commando near Frankfort. threa tens Lord Methuen's force, while tea commandos with two " Long Toms " are north of Klerksdorp and Potchefs troom, Capetown, April 23 A man named Gertbain, a Govern ment horse contractor at Capetown, has been arrested for concealing three escaped Boer prisoners, who were dis guised as clergymen. Lokdon, April 23 Lord Roberts has taken steps to re-open and develop a large trade in the Free State, with a view to increas ing the Customs receipts. Cne thousand Portuguese troops guard the Transvaal frontier. Mr Steyn threatens the confiscation of the property of any who refuse to take up arms. All who refuse to fight will be shot if they are cap tured. Capetown) April 24 The rebeli captured at Sunnyside were tried at the criminal sessions here. The prisoners urged that «»■? of their witnesses were unprocurable at Capetown, to which the prosecution replied that that was because they were fighting with the Boers. Three of the prisoners were sentenced to five years' imprisonment, the others and three youths receiving sentences vary ing from six months to a year. Sydney, April 24 The Armenian, with 750 New South Wales Bushmen and 800 horses, sailed to-night. The troops received an enthusiastic send-off,

Foundry at Pretoria.

(Received Wakapuaka April 25, 9-40 a.m, This Office 10.26 a m) Oapjctown, April 24 A foundry forjbig guns has been established at Pretoria. The first gun has already been despatched to the Free State. London, April 24 General Warren has been appointed Administrator of Bechuanaland, not the Free State.

The Second Contingent.

United Press Association—By Eleetrio Telegraph

Wellington, April 24 The Premier has received the following cablegram, this morning, from Major Orad dock, Victoria, 1.15 a.m, via Capetown, in which ht sayi he has " Returned from Kenhardt, five hundred miles' march; dyientry prevalent); proceeding Bloemfon tein that day, leaving forty-four oases behind ; No. 522, Private!!. 6. Anderson was bad ; the officers were well"

Sir F. Carrington to Relieve Mafe king.

The Wepener Garrison.

Received Wjkkapuaka April 24, 9.55 a,m This Office 10.42 a. m)

Lonbon, April 24 Report! from Capetown state that the relief of Mafeking rests with Sir F. Oarrington and hie Bushmen column. The bulk of the besiegers «t Wepener are concentrating against General Bundle, who is entrenched at Devreta dorp awaiting Generals French and

THE ASHEUBTON GOAftDIAN j WEfrNESbi^, AJPaIL 26, 1900



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NOTICE TO FARMERS. Y^ E ABB CASH BUYERS OF PRIME MILLING WHEAT IN ANY 1 QUANTITY Please take your Samples to the Mill} We can supply OornsacksJJat cost price. CANTERBURY ROLLER FLOUR MILLS, (ROLLITT AND G0.,) J. B, HOBART, Manager 17th March, 1900. GEORGE DUNCAN & Co" T> ESPECTFULLY announce that they have Opened those Jtl centrally situated Premises [in] Tanored Street, Ashburton, lately occupied by Mr A, P.| Williamson ""(next UndrilTs), where they will a opeif on ] "Saturday, 14 th April ,n AS READY MONEY DRAPERS. WE BUY FOR CASH and thus aeeare all Discounts, The Lowest Prices and best Markets. WE SELL IOR CASH and thus aroid all losses arising from Bad Debts and the expenses of the Credit System. WHY should the G<*sh Customer pay for other peoples bad debts. By dealing with us they avoid doing so. Flbase Call & Inspect Our Stock. No One Pressed to Buy. 475



ESTABLISHED 1874. McDonald & Co., TAILORS, "DEMOVEDto See our Samples (JUJBULrKIi: Compare our prices Bull dingus, Burnett Street. We can't be beat 3 255 § ►■ 1 I J OB fesssei rk I I C g v/ SSB S £ fe > Si.. Pi - g = fi •—i Uu P S 1= hi THE New Zealand^ CLOTHING FACTORY TS NOW SHOWING A LARGE STOCK OF Winter Goods Men's Sac Suits .. 21s, 255, 29s 6d. Men's Tweed Trousers 7a 6d, 8a 9J, 3a 6d Men's Covert Coats .. 29s 6d, 39a 6d, 52* 6d Boya'Covert Coats from .. .. 14s Boys' Reefer Coats from .. .. 6s 6d Boys' Sailor Suits from .. .. 7s Boys' Norfolk Suits from .. .. 11s 6d 50 dozen Serge and Tweed Caps. The largest variety in town. 20 dozen Soft Felt Hats, newesb shapes. White Shirts 5s 6d, 6s 6d, 7a 6d, 8* 6d, 9s 6d A new line of short fronted White Shirts, New Ties, Braces, Glove's, Mufflers, Collars, Umbrellas, Wool Shirts, etc. Ladies and Gentlemen's Watebpkoof Coats, Made to Obdeb. A large variety of Patterns^ to choose from. CLOTHING FACTORY. F. H. BEOKINGSALB, Manager] MISS BESSIifsiMMO.NDS. MUSIC Seller and Teacher of the Violin. Musical instruments of every descrip tion VIOLINS a SPECIALITY. Music and Songs by every mail. Firet-olase Quad rille Band. | Burnett Street, 4 83 Opposite Publishing Company. rpHERE are ottaera, but they don't) count X in a Tea-Pote teab alongside of Hondai- Lank A Ceylon Tea, The unblendid worth is there, therefore the result is assured. Sealed Lead Packets, packed in Ceylon at J.OJ Cqqch's.



I ASHBURTON COUNTY COUNCIL. OVERHAUL OF COUNTY RAGES. OCCUPIERS are rejfuested to effect a thorough clearance of their Races to original depths and dfmenslons during the periods herein mentioned, when water will be SHUT OFF for t\p purpose. Races between Chertjey and Rakaia (E and branches) Ist tojpth May inclusive. Races betweed Cherjsey and Dromore (CD and branches) B#i to 12th May inclusive. Races between Dronfne and Ashburton (A.B and branches) ljth to 19th May inclusive Winohroore-Aetiburwn (F race * ] 22 to 26th also Wakanui ¥lal Ashburto j- May in- Forks & Mount powers races J elusive. Races between Soutyl Ashburton and Hinde Rivera, Bth to l2lh May inclusive Races between Hind And Rangitata Rivers, 15th to 19th Mayfiuclusiye. The Maintenance Clauses of Water Race By-laws will be enforced against occupiers, who neglect to comply promptly with this notice. By Ordar, WILLIAM BAXTER, County Engineer. Ashburton, April 18,1900. 4 133 ZEAXANDIAS" at the FRONT" STILL BOOMING. fTIHEY are simply marvellous. For Speed, _L Rigidity, and Comfort they cannot be beaten. Beautifully enamelled in fancy colors Gentleman's £21. Lady's £33. A large stock of Latest Novelties to hand. Lamps from 4s 6d, Graphite for chain from 6(3, Toe Clips from Is 6d, Dunlop outfits 9d, Elastic anklets 2s 6d, Fancy handles from 2s. Inspection invited. DATES; LOWRY AND GO, Burnett Street. To Bicycle Purchasers. THE STRAIGHT KIP For Racing Cyclists & Others who would seoure a GOOD START in the RACE For Sucoess in Life, And get "well placed," is to be WELL MOUNTED! ! Now, to be well mounted costs no more than to be ill-mounted, so long as you patronise the Fight BICYCLE ESTABLISHMENT. R. D. JOHNSTON can supply intending purchasers with the Bksi! Bicycle ever manufactured, viz., the Budge - Whitworth! These Bicyclea are manufactured at Covenbry and Birmingham by the oldest established Firm in England. They carry the usual twelve months' guarantee, which is quite unnecessary in the case of the Kudge-Whitwortk. Come and Inspect the 1900 Models. They are real Beauties, STOCK OF ACCESSORIES. All Makes of Machines Repairst* BICYCLES ON HIRE. I!. 11. JOiH, BURNETT STREET, Next Qkanot Hall, ~___CE. \ NY person or persons found Trespassing on the Biversdale Estate in pursuit of gam or otherwise will be prosecuted. W S STRANGE; TO LET, SUITE of Rooms, centrally situated in the new Victoria Buildings next Ar cade, Burnett Street. T. BULLOOK. VISIT NORTHCOTB AND HeFFORD's fo your Autumn and W;uetr Millinery See windows,



ST. STEPHEN'S OHOROHi ABhburton. Children's Service—Daily, afc 9 a m WEDNESDAY—Feast of St Mark 7.30 a m—Holy Communion 7 30 p m—Teachers' Bible Class THURSDAY—The Annual MeetiDg of Parishioners in the Sohoolroom, at 7 30 pm FRIDAY—7 15 pm, Litany and Addrase. 8 p m—Choir Practice On Friday Evenings the Vicar will give a course of Meditations. Subject: " Studies of the Mind and Life of our Lord." SECOND SUNDAY AFTER EASTER. (April 29.) 8.30 a m—Holy Communion 11a m—Matins, Litany, and Sermon 2,30 p m—Children's Service 4 p m—Holy Baptism 6 30 p m—Evening Prayer and Sermon The Offertories throughout the day will be given to the Church Mission Fund of this Diooeße. R. A. WOODTHORPE, M.A.. Vicar



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