The Ashburton Guardian.

Voh xxi. no. 5305

Ashburton ; Friday, January 11, 1901

Price : Oneg-iPennyQ

The British Empire.

IMPBFSSIYE SPEECH BY LORD BOSEBEBY.

The RJgbt Hoo the Earl of Rosebery chose as the subject Of his address a* Lord Rector of Glasgow "University, 'The British Empire.' The term tm, he said, constantly prostituted, bathe knew no other word to use. It repre sented our history, traditions, sad race. It was a matter of inf uettce, peace, commerce, civilisation, iaitb, and also of business, No one outside an asylum wished to be rid of the great appanage. All could do some thing to make the Empire purer, better, happier,. Never did it so urgently require the strenuous and united sup port of its subjects, because there wag a disposition abroad to challenge both our nßval and commercial position, IWe must test our training, habits, | character, cipacity for work, by severer standards if we wished to maintain our place. Were we adequate to our responsibilities 1 When he remembered some episodes during the past twelve months he felt that it was hardly pos sible to exaggerate the courage and character of our nation. The brave boys at the front, the silent endurance »fc home—he coold not think of these without emotion, as well as with admi ration and pride. THE STRUGGLE OF THE NATIONS But it w«s not'possible to lie basking m our history, glory, and past. Fifty years ago we bad to face a world that was comparatively inert, The Chancel which heedless speculators had sought to undermine had done much for us, bnt it could not guard us from the peaceful attacks of (rained and scientific rivalry m the arts of peace; It could not pro tect us against the increasing subtlety and development of the arts of war. Fifty years ago the world Itoked liaily on wbile we discovered, developed, and annexed the savage territories of the world All thai was now. changed I Every mile of unmapped country, every | naked tribe if savages, was wrangled | over as if it were situated m the centre of I 'Europe. Then foreign countries used to sneer at trade. Fow every nation wished to be a nation of shopkeepers We ones had a sorbof monopoly. "We now had to fight for existence. Had our State machinery and methods been examined and remodelled m view of these great changet? He thought that as m a budnes*, bo id a States a period ical stocktaking was necessary. Sup? pose when it decennially took stock of its population it not only numbered the people, but tested their plight, the condition of their industries, education, and naval and military systems. The twentieth century would be a period of keen, intelligent, almost fierce inter national competition, more probably m the arts, of peace even than m the arts of war. How should we prepare for the epoch and conflict 1 THE NEED OF MEN The first need of our country wag men, first rate men, if possible ; if not, as nearly first rate as niay be. The processes of discovery were imperfect. The brain work test took no account of force of character, quick decision! physical activity, endurance* and the indefinable qualities, which sway man kind The most illustrous of our public schools had no modern side. Oxford and Cambridge still exacted their dole of Latin and Greek. He thought that when our natural ignorance of foreign languages had become not merely a byeword but almost a commercial disaster, we might reconsider part of our educational apparatus. Our Em pire required also a race vigorous, industiious, and intrepid ; but m city rookeries and slums an Imperial race could not be reared. Health of body as well as of mind was necessary. The avoidance of excessive luxury, a more intense industry, and a constant adaptability to circumstances were also needful. We must be more business like and thorough as warriors, oner chants, and statesmen. We must look to the training of our men for the struggle before us. On that depended the future of the Empire and our race

The Cosme Colony.—The little co-ope* ative,communiafcic, teetotal Colonia Cosme m Paraguay still struggles gamtly on, m spite of secessions ; and the September nraibeir of the Cosme Monthly is quite cheerful. It is probably the smallest community on earth which publishes its own magazine—consktlng of 28 men and 17 women, with children to bring the total to 81, It makes sugar, and labours generally on the land, it receives 42 letters m a month, and has two colds m the head A glance at the above figures gives poiuft to the conceding statement m the maga zine, that single women will te more than welcome. So the new world seeks to re dress the balance of the old.



Cuke for Cholera Infantum—Nkveb Known to Fail Luring lasb May an infant child of out neighbor was suffering from cholera infantum The dciotorß had given up aU hopes of recovery. I topk a bottle of Chamberlain's Colic, Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy to fchfl house, telling them I felb sure It would do good if used according to directions. In two days time the child bad fully recovered. The child is now vigorous and healthy. I have recommended this remedy frequently, and have never known ib to fail.—Mrs Curtis Baker, Bookwalter, Ohio. Sold by Aeh burton Drug Company Smofco New Venaa



S. H. GBAVES, SHAREBROKER AND FINANCIAL AGENT, 185 HEREFORD STREET, CHRIST CHURCH & AT GREYMOUTH. T> ELIABLE Information on Dredgiug jLSj Stocks. Correspondence Invited. Oodes : Bedford McNeill'e, Morelng and Keal's, A.B.C. Oode (fourth Edition. MR F MAKEIG, Aahburton Representative Tileobaphio Address : GRAVES i Christcharch. j Greymouth—Brewnlie, Greynaouth ; i J



BAKER BROS.^ EIURNISHING TfNDERTAKBRS E URNISHING "U NDERTAKERS, DIRECT Importers of Best) and Latest Designs In FUNERAL FURNISHINGS. FUNERALS conducted with the: greatest care and satisfaction, %b most reasonable charges. Corner of Wakanul Road and Oass Streets, and Baker and brown's Coach Factory.



WANTED KNOWN. 3. L. HIGGS HAS Paints, Oils, Turps, GlaBS, Scrim &c, also choice Paperhangingß. : PRICES LOW. High Class Decorative Work a Specialty Don't forget. —— Ooleman's Buildings,Tancred Street



Neuralgia, Biliousness. When the nerves are weak there is .no telling what may happen. You are tired all the time, depressed, restless, and suffer greatly with headache, back ache, neuralgia, and general discom fort. But there is a cure, as Mr. J. Elliott, of West Perth, W. A., well knows. He sends us his portrait, and says: "For many years I suffered greatly with neuralgia m my head and also with bilious ness. I had tried many kinds of medicines but without help. I then tried Two bottles made such a difference m my feel ings that I was greatly surprised. My general health improved at once, my nerves were stronger, my headache disappeared, and my severe attacks of biliousness were cured." ; Constipation alone will often cause biliousness, neuralgia, and sick liead ache. Ayer's Pills are a safe and sure cure for all liver troubles. And they cure dyspepsia also. Prewired by Dr. J. C. A-jet & Co.. Lowell. Haas.. U.S.A..



a; h Undrili. v b ukdeikd T H UNDRILI & CO FURNISHING UNDERTAKERS ITANORED STREET, ASHBURTON EVERY REQUISITE ON HAND. Pokshed Coffins a Specialty A Choice Assortment of Artificial Wreaths m Stock • —— Private Address, Peter Street, directly behind Oddfellowa' Hall; alee care c Mr T. Andrews, East Belt. S



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WANTED Known—That our Oilcloths and Llnoleumr are bought direct from the British Mills, and stand unrivalled for variety and value:—Mitchell and Turner



HEAT, PREVENT. FITS, COS¥IILSiOHS I .ETa Presorvo a healthy state of the consti tution during the period of Teething. The words "JOHN STIEEDMAN, CHEMIST, WALWOJSTH, SUHBEY," Are engraved cm the Government Stamp ((fixed t& each Packet. Kempthorne, Prosser and Co. Agents



mHE OHRISTOHUROa [MEAT 00, X Limited. ISLINGTON MANUKES Especially prepared for WHEAT,. TUBNIB*, BAPE and any other crop, and to stut any description of soil. Greatly * reaeed production wherever used. Satisf obion given everywhere. Ni dj Lii Bbos. store five varieties of th oelet rated fertiliser. Price on application Allowance made for quantities. Letters will receive prompt attention. lOOLL BBOS, District Agents.



THE DAINTIEST LITTIF- WBEKX THAT EVER WAS" '• The Rambler." 1 HAVING sold ont of my old stock of these superior Bicycles, I have ost opened up a fresh consignment of the LATEST PATTERN "RAMBLER" SPECIAL LIGHT RACERS, ROAD RACERS, & ROADSTERS n all eizies and ali fitted with the eve* hating G & J detachable Tyre. « XHUB2 Jbfc^MßJ^EJl*,' OALU AJND INSPEOI THE STOCK. Pitioe Easy. Riding Easy. Machines the Strong&afc on Earth. ACCESSORIES IN STOCK 'JTHER MARES FITTED WITH G & J TYRES, D. THOMAS.



JtL Matron & Co.. Stock Beokers & Auctioneers, CHBISTOHUBCH. To Farmers, Stock Owners and Public generally o£ the Ashburton County. Gentlbmen,-~ WK beg to Intimate that, if at an time you have business to transac 1 m Christchurch, we shall be glad to act on your iehalf. In the event of your sending sheep or cattle to our Addington or other markets for sale, by public auction or privately we know that you will not regret ohoo&ing our firm as your salesmen. We have frequent orders from London and elsewhere for Frozen Meat, and are m a position to buy parcels m the Works. II you prefer to sell your frozen meat m the colony, rather than shipping it to London, please communicate with us, stating prices, numbers and grades. If you desire to yell ycur properly, we shall he glad to receive particulars as to the acreage, locality and price, and we will then insert m th« next issue of our Quarterly Land & Property JRegistkb these particulars, free of cost to you ; at the same tima, we allow you a free hand to dispose of your properly privately, or through otho'- Agents' hands, we only claiming commission when a sale Las b(tn effected through our instrumentality. We have numerous erqairies f cm aU part? of the colony, our connections being large aud extensive. We invite your correspondence on any claps of business you may be disposed to place m cur hands, it being a pleasure fc us to c.■■•raraunicate with yon, as occasion may require.—'] hashing you m anticipa^ tioi we are, Yours faithful! ~, H. MATS ON & Co. 164, Cashel Street, Christchmch



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HOLIDAY BUITS-I have a large afcook of Men's, Youths', and Boyn' Snitß, made to my orders, special finish for wear, style, and appearance equal to anything procurable, Snlts made to measure m best style, fib guaranteed. Gen be', Ladies' and Children's Boots and Shoes m great variety. at) EOBEBT AfcCOBN 1 '



/^OVERNWIENT LIFE INSURANCE DEPARTMENT. Established 1870. EVERY POLICY GUARANTEED BY THE STATE. Fon the following amongst many reasons New-Zealanders should support thoir national office :— 1. Its Security is absolute. 3. its Premiums are low. 3. Its Bonuses are high. 4. Its Funds are all invested In the colqny. 5. Its business is restricted to New Zealand, the HEALTHIEST COUNTRY IN THE WORLD. i\o ■ -Zoalandi.Tß who insuro m odices w'lich obtain t-ie b;;lk oT finir biiEiu-v^s from the Gi.t Worlii and llki ot"ii<T <:o!:>tsiefi (incliuling AYc-itLi-a Au.- trivia unil J'iji) have to ;>h..w"" t'-,0. loss Ai;is.ir-:c.i I'.^OM'MiK iikavJC ?.!O.:TA!,tTY O!-' 'I'irOSF. CiVO N'l'!. t!'"8. '.!":;.j (l::H!j!i-viito m Nh'.y Zealand w.s unciw )0 per t'.ionsancl i i IS9H. wliii-." m the othor i'clonirs it ran;.". ii ;'l'u!ii i-k )•■ v t'.c)ii~r..u tin Kt:v. .Sov.t!) \iales to 10 *i)>-.-r thousand m vYco crn Ai'.atj aliti. .Vi'<v.-v;i;i ATi-]> I'i'Mr.s nt vroaent tlatc amount to over TinuCK JflljUON POUNDS. ANNUAL INOOWI:, over £300,000. J. I?.. I,i'.;iIA]IDSOK, n C!nnnni«sioner.



WILLIAM PATCHING, EAST & BURNETT STREETS, ASBBTTRTQN, SADDLEK & HARNESS MAKER "JUT V 03HPETEAT STAFF now inclades FIRST CLASS COLLAR AND SADDLE MAKERS. Fit and Workmanship Guaranteed. Repairs Executed Promptly and at Moderate Re tea



To Sufferers from mmm % sciatica, cu\nd^ab sw£luhgs 5 PILES, FISTULAS, &l Its soothing and healing powers are simply marvellous, and THERE IS MAGIC IH ITS TOUCH When applied to ctfRJIS, SGALDS, CUTS, POISONED WOUNDS, ta viflufactured only at 78, Now Oxford Street London. Sold by all Ghemfeta and Medicine feoijo**,



NICHOLAS & PIGKFOHD TTAVE Juafc Landed, ex e,s. _Waimate theic first ahlpmenb of SUMMER GOODS, INCLUDING Ladies' Qrospet [and Teunia Shoes. Gentlemsn'a Tennis, Bowling, and Cricketing SHOES & BOOTS, In Canvas, Farramatta, Glace] Kid Buck Skin, and Russian; C»lf. The Best Assortment ever Shown m Ashbnrton, Inspection Invited* NICHOLAS e& PIGKFORD, EAST STBEET.



DID IT EYEE OCCUR TO YOU Thaf wbenfeo railed " Just; as Good " substitutes are recommended by'"your Dealer the motive la for self gain, because of Increased p"°ftt, SO BEWARE !1 HONDAI-LANKA CEYLON TEA on a SEALED LEAD PACKET is your guide and safeguard. Gold Medal Paris Exhibition awarded to Maharajah Brand Mo 1, m Commercial Tea Class. Local Agentß—MeßßW Shearman Broß , Carson and Bon's, Cooch and Co., Aehburton 5 Tiitwald, Mr Gudsell; Methven, Hibbs Bros. ; Rukaia & Ohertsoj, Messrs Bros.



HAYFORKS. HAYFORKS TO FARMERS.- T¥T;E HAVE JUST OPINED UP A SJHIPMENfT O.F FOEHS, \ BAKES, SCYTHES, HABPEKING BTONES, HABYEST GLOYE3, Etc. All of the very ilateet patberßß fron-^the beefc] makers aad specially selected for th» coming harvest. ALSO,— TWO OASES of BRITISH SILVER PLATE WARE ONTO CASE of ENGLISH WATCHES TWO OASES OF SHEFFIELD CUTLERY! ALL SUITABLE FOR XMaS AND WEDDING PRESENTS The public are invited to walk m and iaspeot our magnificent Btocks wifhoat bsicg pressed to bny^ Ihe above goods are of good quality, chaste designs, and unequalled for value, and will last a life time. English Lever Watchea at #cne guinea.' The bent value ever offered, « Garnets' at tenlEhillirge. Correct time keepers. W. H. COLLINS & CO,. IRONMONGERS, PAJNTEBS, TIMBER & GOAL MERCHANTS, 4GENTtROYAL INBUBAKCE COMPANY.



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OSBOEN COOMBE PIANO TUNER & EXPERT , (Late of London)j IT7ISITSIT7ISITS Aehbnrton and eurroundiaj? dis- V tricta every four months, viiz—March, July, and November* ORDERS may be left at the COMMERCIAL HOTEL, or with MR LLEWELLYN OWEN at hia Mneio Studio, Arcade Chambers, Aahbarto



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Importer of Jlrtigtic



LLEWELLYN OWEN, M'O.S.M. OEETIFIOATED TEACHER. LOCAL Representative of the London College of Music, and cf the Missies latet"natior»l College, PIANOFORTE, ORGAN, VIOLIN, MAR DOLINE, SINGING, HARMONY AND COUNTERPOINT.



WOOL, WOOL, WOOL., I AM now making LIBERAL CASH ADVANCE'S, FREE OF COMMISSION, npoc all Wool placed m my hands for sale, either In Aehburton, Chnistchurch, Timara, or for Shipment. This Seaso»'B WOOL SALES for Canterbury have been fixed as under, viz [;— CMBISTCHimCH~January 17, 1901, February 19,1901 TIMABU-—January -8, 1901, February 7, 1901 I shall be represented both at CHRISTCHURCH and TIMARU, WOOLPACKS AND ALL STATION REQUISITES SUPPLIED AT LOWEST MARKET RATES 2nd Sale— Timaru, January 3,1901. Wool to be consigned F.Z Loan and Mercantile Siding, Timaru, account D. Thomas ! 3rd Sale CHRISTOHUROH~I7th Jannary, 1901. Wool to be con- Bigned—Seed Co.'s Siding, Addington. account D. Thomas i i DAVID THOMAS, ABHBURTON. PURE SEEDS. I have lately erected, regardless of cost, the MOST COMPLETE FEED CLEAN ING PLANT eonth of the line and I now ask Farmers to inspect the same at work. I AM PREPARED TO CLEAN FOR FARMERS ANY DESCRIPTION OF SEEDS OR GRAIN AND WILL GUARANTEE TO GIVE THEM SATISFACTION I can supply best Kyegrase and Cocksfoob locally grown, also beet Clovers,Jdr«ssed by nay own Machines, the purity of which must be seen to?be appreciated AIso—HURST & SON'S ENGLISH CLOVERS, TURNIPS, RAPE, LUCERNE, TREFOIL, m. D. THOMAS ASHBURT.ON



NOTICE TO FARMERS. E ABE CA S H BLiY ER S oF PRI M E MI! -1 -ING WH RAT IN ANY QUANTITY... Please takeyoar Samples to the Mill We can supply Oornsacka at coat price GJtafcilSG DCKE OK FAIWIRS /CCCTI-T. CANTERBURY ROLLER FLOUR MILLS. (ROLLITT AND 00.,) D WOOD, Manager 17th Mar-Jb, 1900.



SPECIAL SHOW THIS WEEK OF CURTAINS, BLGUSE3MUBLINSI OURTAIN MUSLINS, LAWNS,: OURTAIN NETS, PIQUES & PIQUETTIS, CHEAPER THAN YOU^ CAN MAKE THEM BOYS J DRILL JSCITS IN ALL SIZES & COLORS; —New Goods ex e,s.- Delphic— LINOLEUMS, ALLOVER LAOES, OARPET SQUARES, VAL & TOCHON LAOES, HEARTH RUGS, FAKCY & MARKET BASKETS, LADIES AND GENT'S UNDKROLOTHIFG IN FULL RANGES OF ZfiTA & VARIOUS OTHER MAKES. iiiiiiiiiiiwii Mwimiiw «■ • ' a~Mit_ •• 1 1 MITCHEIJ, AND TURNER



SHAW, SAVILL A.Nl> ALBIi»N COMPANY. LIMITED, FOR LONDON. < Jfo. A 13OYAL MAIL STSA- I iS^k MKRS, wibhaaperio? '';''C':S^^^^ aooommo€ab!on forall olasifl1? ■ '.-~^-mi& o j p a g Sens jey ß( calling at onbe Vide© ob Rio, Tenevlffe and Ply oafch. _



A CABD, A Branch Office has been opened by the undersigned at Messbb Nicoll Beos,, Eae Street, where they will carry oa practice as Barristers and Solicitors. MAUDE & HARMAN, Solicitors, Christrch ob Money to Lend at Lowest Current Bates ea Freehold Security. No Procuration Bee, MAUDE & HARMATifi 12 48 Ashbarfcoa. NEW GOODS. J. V. DE BEEB, WATCHMAKER & JEWELLER TTB B)W ahowiDg the Jargesb and bea snorted itook of choice Gold and Silver Jewellery SPECIALLY SbLEOTKD FOE CHEISTMAS. 'Jonaiating of NEW GOODS to suit tht comiag Station, l^speotion la invited, no nly of the display In the Window, bat of the large assortment of Jewellery &c. m the Show Cases within, the Window ttcoommo» iftMoa being very limited. WATCHES for the Boye, 3.05. (Good Timekeepere) " SILVER,' B. P. WAAB, CLOCKS, to, New Stock for the Season Repairs Cheap and Prompt an usual. J. V. DE BEEB WATCHMAKER JEWELLER, Ashbnrton Wadea Worm Figa, the wonderful Worm worriers, never fail for adttlts os ohildren Pdt Is



HENRY STEPHENSON, (rsuoccssor to Alfred Harripou.) Established 20 years. AUCTIONEER, LAND KRT&TB AND -COMMISSION AGENT AND .VALUER WEEKLY SALES of Live Stosi Produce, Fnrnitnre, etc., BVKRY SATURDAY, at 12 o'c/oct. Clearing SaleE of Stock, Houeehold Furri trare, etc., as per arrangement m any part of the county. Advances made on all goods placed m my hands for Bale. Begular Consignments of Colonial Grown ■and Island Fruit sold privately through the week, and at Auction on EATUBPAYB. Agejtt : J^orwiob Onion Fire Insurance Company & Dread en Pianoforto Miinnfactnring and Agency Company. PIANOS and ORGANS on tims pay mentis from $£O@ per month. HENRY STEPHENSON, AUCTIONEER.



UNION STEAMSHIP COMPANY OF NEW ZEALAND, Lrararo t-TEAMBRH PAH FRCBiOTTELTON AS UNDER: For Wesbportj and Greymoath—Weekly Wellington-— Monday, Tuesday, Thurs day and Saturdays NOTE—For extra sailings see advertise arc cab m Ohrietclmrch papers Dunedin — Mondays, Fridays and alternate Tuesdays and Saturdays Nelson and Pioton, via Wellington— Tuesday and Saturday Sydney, via Auckland — Alternate Thursdays The above are subject to alteration; , ©ferenca should therefore be made to •Ohrlstchurch daily papers for dates and hcrar of Bailing For fnrther particulars upply to F FERRIMAN, Agent, AShburton



Yeseel Ton Oommandet From Date, Sothlo «. TTSOlKldley Welfc'nJaa 51 "~ ~OAB6O STEAMERS. Belphio jß273lSowden Wel'g'n Jaa 1? Walwera 62i7^Sbnarb Wellg'a Feb 14 Aotea 6364J Erans „ Feb — ______ Agenb. . mHE j^lfl^ NEW ZEALAND SH^^^rSHIPPING OO.'S LINE ROYAL MAIL STEAMERS FOR LONDON, vi» Monte Videe, Tenarlffo & Plymonth, « Probable final Btsamera. Tena. Porb, Date, 7ekoa 4050 — Jan 12 Papauai 6372 Wellington Fan 31 Waikftto 4767 ■ — February Banffahire 5537 — February Otorama 3808 — February W&katune 6715 —- March Blmataka 7700 - March 28 Wftimate 5610 — To follow P&paroa f563 — t) Wakanoi 5706 — „ fToßj?aHro 7700 — „ Rqapehu 8000 ~-  Peif faiftfcer particnlara apply ta fRIEDLAKDBR BROS., L»n.