Interprovncial

XMfeeei Press Aaßooiatfon—By Electric Telegraph

Wanoaviui, March 21

Colonel Sommerville states that the foial arrangements are now complete for sending a team of New Zealaaders to compete at Bisley in July next. Paaiajies for the team are now being laoored in thePap»roß,le\vtQg We'iir g ton on May Brd. Tho' n<unea of ih« men selected will be given in a few days. There will be no question of district or locality to take info con« sideratkra in selecting the team,but the best men the colony can turn out will be choseo.

Timaetj, March 21

William Gunn, commercial traveller, was charged before the Stipendiary Magistrate today with having obtained £5 from J Dore, licensee of the Olub Hotel, by false presences, having given an order on Roland Waghorn, Dune die, hia late employer, and the order was dishonoured. For the defence, accused aaid he thought the money was coming to him from Waghorn, but the excuse was not accepted, and sen tence waa deferred, pending the report of the Probation Officer. Auckland, March 21 An Australian party, visit ing Walraangu, liotorua, were standing on the bank of the big geyser, which shot up five hundred feet high. Johnßione, running from the falling stones, fell into the hot stream and had one leg scalded and the other broken. , Wellington, March Zl The Department of Agriculture has arcanged to eend a further shipment of fifteen tons of cheese to South Africa in May, from the southern factories.

New Zealand and the Common wealth.

r United Press Aaaociation-By Eleotrio rf k Telegrapb—Oopyrighb Sydney, March 21

The Daily lelegraph, in dealing with the despatch "f the latest contingents •acl Mr Seddon's proposals in reference to duties on British imported goode, gays ; " The manifest disposition on the part of Mr Scddou to grip a general BWty ie his band needs careful Austra lian witching. He seems to aim at tifciog the le«d in Itrger Australian •fairs, and oalling the tone for the Oommonwe»lth Government. Ail thoee questions in which the New Zealand Government id so energetically en~ deafonring to apply 'ts own motive power to Australasian policy *re palpably the outcome of the colony's self exclusion from the Commonwealth. It ia well, therefore, that the Aoatraiian Govern ment should be called upon at this early ■tage in its history to assert itself, and ward off what, if uochecked, might develop into Australia being governed in certain large respects (torn Welling- OH.

Mr Seddon's Proposals for the Premiers' Conference.

Dfoitad Preaa Association—By Eleotrio Telegraph

Auckland, Mar 21

Mr Sectdon has given formal notice of his intention of bringiag the following before the Conference o! Premiers io London;-™A preferential tariff; the Imperial Reserve, incase of emergency ; increased strength of the Australian Squadron ; an Imperial-Colonial mail Sbrviceail British; admission to prac tice In Soatb Africa in all learned and skilled professions: triennal Oonfer enceß ef Premiers of the colonies with Imperial Statesmen. Mr Beddon pro poses to utilise returned troopers as an Imperial Reserve at call in New Zea land. He is now consulting General Babington as to the n< oessity of train ing Maoris in case of war, us mounted corps, to be stationed tihroogLout the colony, the Maori corps already formed being equal to anything in the colony,

Visit of Sir J. G. Ward to Cheviot.

IMbed Preea Association—By Bleotrio GMegraph —Copyright Chbistchuroh. March 21

At the reception to Sir J G Ward 8t Cheviot last oighS, & veto of thanks waß aooordad to the Minister, and an expree s j on of confidence in the present Government wag carried by acclamation. This morning a memorial to the late Sir John Mackenzie was unveiled before a large attendance. Sir J G Ward eulogised the datermination .*nd tenacity of purpose that oaoaad the Houße to revolutionise tiio land laws, which are'the most liberal in 6he oiviJSued world. Sic John Maekeiz'ehad earned the memorial, and t. very one would admit his name would be bright in the record of the colony. Sir J G Ward was glad to Bay he had heartily supported the motion to ncquira Cheviot when it was firifc mooted. Lady Ward unwled the statue. In response to Bir Sir Joseph's call, oheers were giveu for Sir John M%ofcecz!e and Lidy Mackenzie. Ohaera were also given for Sir J G Ward and Lady Ward, The oaremony wai brief but impressive.

IHB ASHBURTON GUARDIAN: SATURDAY, MABCfI 22, 1902

I Printed and published by Thomas Hangox, for the Proprietor, Robert Bell, at hit Printing Offioe, Burnett Street, Aahbarbop, SATURDAY, MARCH 22, 1902.



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BUSINESS KfQTICES T HAVE FOR SALE — The Lateßt and Moot C7p to date Farm Maohinery in the market THE GOLD MEDAL DRILL. The only Drill that carded off a Gold Medal in an actual Field Trial. Light draught combined with "brengtb, a perfect sower, and a, trial given* laepeobion invited THE ROTARY DIBO BIDGER. This maohine takes the plaoe of three Implements, and does the work better* A great saving to mangel and turnip growers Ploughs, Harrows, Spdngtined Cultivators, and all kinds o! Farm Machinery kept on hand ; prices moderate and terms very easy. Extras for above kept in stock BICYCLES and all Requisites. — The latest model Chain Envoy, beautiful maohine 'for strength, style and finish; The coming maohlne—ChainleSß Envoy, bo cogs or chains, but rolls along—the easiest running maohine in the market; oaoe ridden, always ridden. InopeoSioa invited AGENT FOR- Southland Implement and Engineering Company Colonial Mntnal Life Assurance Society United Fire and Marine Fire Insurance Company , Money to Lend from 4| per cent. 1000 Acres L-md, good all round hnd* Price reasonable.-and on easy terms. 2000 Acres good all round Land, can be had cheap. Very easy terms. 600 Acres Sheep Land, very little money required and easy terms. 5 Acres, with dwelling of blx rooms, nice home, price and terms very reasonable. Also 2300, 900, 600, 374, 200, 650, 260, 207, SCO, 100, 90, and 79 Acres L»nd i a number of others equally oheap, and on easy terms. For particulars apply W. STONYEK, TANCRED STREET (Next Bank of Australasia) M-kßhicerVj Grain, Produce, Insurance, Land and Oommiaefon Agent WATCHES WATCHES. WATCHES A LARGE ASSORTMENT A. TO HAND, Xu&pect tofaow Window. All marked plain figures. J. V. DE BEEE, WATCHMAKER, JBWEIiIiEB, AND OPTICIAN. East) Street, Ashfaarteß J. L HIGGB HAS Latest Designs IN HOUSE : : DECORATIONS OAUj AND SEE. J. L. HIGrGrS. House Deoorator, Painter, Glazier, Slgnwriter, etc^Tancred Street. THI McCORMICK STILL LEADS. mHE WINNER OF THE GOLD MEDAL. Ab the Ghrifitohtarch Show, THE MoOORMICK LE¥T HAND OPEN BACK REAPER & BINDER CARRIED OFF THE GOLD MEDAL. Orders Now Belug^Reoeived. Morrow, Bassett d, Go. Wills Sbrbet, Ashbubton. M. PBIEST, Man&ger BAKER BROS. Cyoanplete Furuisliiinjrj. UWDEBTAKEBB. TT7ANTED KNOWN—Thab Mitchell VV & Tubneb are Sola Agents for the W.B. Straight) Form Corset, which ia now in such great; favour and demand, All the numerous styles and Shapes all on view in the Firm's Showroom,



BUBINEBB NOTICES | ' SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT We Stock All Shapes IN AMEBICA'S LEADING CORSET, THE W.B EEECT FORM, It) is claimed that) this Coraet fits the Natural Figure and gives Comfort and Qomlorb and He&lbbfal Wear, oembiniog a Smarfc'&ppeftranee andJHygiene condition. « Prices from Cs lid Shapes to Suit all Figures MITCHELL & TURNEE. IHM NICHOLAS & PICKFOBD'S IS THE BEST AND CHEAPEST PLAGE FOR FOOTWEAR THERE IS NO DOUBT. OEDI'NARI P R[l GE St Ladies' Glace 2 Bar Sboes Sa 9d, only a few pairs Ladies' Glace Walking Shoes, Patent Oap Lace or Strap, 6s 9d Ladies' Tan Walking Shoes from 7s Ladies' Smart Canvas Shoes 3s 9d and 4s 9d, black or tan Genta' Oanvas Shoes 5s 6d, 6s 6d, &nd 7a 6d Girla' and Maids' Canvas Shoes 3s 3d, 3a 6d, 3a 9d, 4s and 4a 6d Ladies' Tennis Shoes 2s 9d, 3s 9d, 43 6d, 6a 6d, Bs, lla 6d, and 14* 6d Gents' Tennis or Bowling Shoes 2a 9d, 3b 6d, 7s 6d, 12s 6d, 16s 6d| 18s 6d 6d, 20s, 22s 6d Ladies Evening Shoes from 8s Men's Bluchers, nailed or plain, from 5a 6d Boys' and Girls' School Boots from 4a 9d Children's Strap Shoes, sizes 2 to 6, at from 2a 3d Girls' 2 Bar Shoes from 8s 6d Gents' Cricketing Boots, Banning and Cycling Shoes, at various prices Hundreds of other lines at equally low prices NICHOLAS AND PICKFORD, EAST STREET; IRSHI Wl Of II MH, AUTUMN ATNID I Spetlo s:'C by"* WINTER NOVELTIES. New Goods in all Departments Beautiful Selection of NEW MANTLES, JACKETS, CAPES, SEAL JACKETS, SILK BLOUSES, FURS, GLOVES, and DRESS MATERIALS, LACE COLLARS, SILK SKIRTS, &c, ■illinium MWMMRMIMi t Q »-*"' [-»*• «■■■«•• T\T>I^C?OTI/r A TTTAT/^ 13 GIVING EVERY SaTISPAO* JL/IHiiOO LVJ. A IVIIM \JT TION IN FIT, STYLE, and PRICE mi<wiMm ( ]jj[ | HMMao HIGH-CLASS TAILOBING Perfect Fit, Good Workmanship, Prices Very Moderate. ANDREW QRR. LINOLEUMS, CARPETS, RUGS, ETC. LINOLEUMS. CARPETS, RUGS, Etc, AT T. H. UNDBILL & CO.'S.  *Q* v T¥7E HAVE jaat purchased a very Choice Assortment ol TRAVELLERS' SAMPLES in Hearth Rugs, Carpets, Squares, Hall and Passage Mats (in the latest designs and colours. The above are to be sold at prices much below the usual Oash prices. Passage Mats from Is each. Hearth Rugs from 2s 6d, 3s 6d, and so on. We are now showing NEW BEDSTEADS (juab opened up) directs from the Birmingham Factories, the latest in Iron and Brass Steads. BEDDING and FURNITURE of all kinds In Stock and made on the Premises. Old Furniture Repaired and Renovated equal to New. Bedroom Ware, Dinner Sets and Tea Sets, Silverware, Lamps, Vases, md Fancy Goods, Perambulators and Go-Carts, Wicker and Fancy Chairs, SEWING MACHINES-The Best at lowest prices, (The famous • Anchor,' T. H. UNDRILL & CO., FURNIBHING WAREHOUSE, TANORED STREET (Established 1382 i i



BUSINESS NOTICES ' LLEWELLYN OWEN, MCSM, CERTIFICATED & REGISTERED TEACHER. STUDENTS prepared for any Musical Examination held in New Zealand. All branches of Musio taught. Candidates presented at Kximinations 137 ;; average marks gained, 94 per cast. IS THAT BOY READY For Bis Next Pair of BOOTS "OTE Have on hand a large assortment; BOOTS AND SHOES Builßjforjusfc the wear that Boys and Giris can give them, 80H00L BOOTS, LIGHT AND STRONG, All Prices to suit the Working Man. D. STOCK'S BLUB BOOT STORE Burnett Street, Asaburton ~W. DOJSGES7 HAVELOOK STREET. i and ab Arcade Chambers. riIEACHER of Violin, Mandolin, and Harmony Pupils attended at their own boniest Quarter oommenoes from any date, JUST FANCY— Mellor'a Zealandia Boot Store ia selling Ladies Good 1 Leather Shoes at 6a 3d. I cannot make ifc out how Mellor can manage to give such wonderful value for so little money, for you always gat the very best boots or shoes ab Mellor's FOR WATCHES OLOOKS, JEWELLERY, SILVER AND ELECTRQ-PLAT! SEASONABLE NOVELTIES, Eto, 60 TO G. JESSON, Praobinal Watiohtnaker and Jeweller,' Burnett Street, (opposite Somerset Hotel) Ashburton. —Eepairs v Specialty.— Presentation Ooraaaitfcess liberally dealt with, A MONG thoßo |wbo make Cyoling a Pleasure there should be no two opinions regarding the free IRheeh Ib has added a m new oh arm to the pastime generally, and has been of inestimable advantage to lady oycliatß. Thb Swibt Cyolb Coa were the Bret to nppty the principle to cyoles, some twenty ye&ra ago, Samples may be seen ab THE ECLIPSE CYCLE CO., TANORKD STREET The Boot Palace. TJP"« HAVE JUST OPENED OP FOR THE WINTER Every Description of Ladies' and Gent's English, American and Colonial BOOTS & SHOES. Gent's Football, Cycle, Evening, Crfoket, Tennis, and Bowling Shoes always in Stock. Ladies' Walking Boobs and Shoes in New Style and great) Variety, Ladies 1 Evening Shoes in various Colours Children's School Boots and Shoes a Speciality, Repairing done ab Bhortesb Notice W. SPARROW Corner East and Moore Streets, 3 ASHBURTON NOTICE TO FARMERS. NOW that the season for ploughing haß come again, we beg bo Inform the Farmers of the County that I am prepared to REPAIR PLOUGHS AT MODERATE RATES. Having had long experience Id thb olass of work, we can guaranbee al! jobs burned oat. First class Engineer employed. All kinds of Coach and Lorry Building exeouted to order, Kennedy & Muir, ASHBURTON IMPLEMENT WORKS, (Late Reid & Gray), Cameron Street "TAMES BAKER in thanking Patrons for tj past favours, would solicit* a oonbinu anoe to his successors, W. & M. BAKER, who will carry on the business as usual at tha Furnishing Warehouse, Havelock Street 12 127 T ADIES ! The wonderful • Daydream JLj Corset for 5s lid during the eale.~ » Pearoi'b Drapery Sale



WAWTEDS BENJAMIN Crm, the wo/uierfu! Cough remedy, pivr^ fnstanb reliaf. Children take id readily ; pieasivob to take* REWAED—Found in 'i'ancred fccreet), Mftllor'b Zaalandia Boat Store. The best and oheapeat shop for boots and shoes PaTTjc r>An baking powder ia ths great! est novelty you ever saw. Hold »ll ffrnrers. SjtAXXY Pan baking powder, tue greao JL novelty, two pasty tioa for nothing From alt Grocers WANTED KNOWN-Thafi J Moisok has made immense reductions in order to clear more quickly, and make room for hie new Chalsfcmas Stock of Boots and Shoes, of best quality just arrived Repair* ing done at once, beet leather used ; the Hall — next Court House, Ashburbon. 11155 PATTY Pan baking powder contains a patty paa ?.t saoh end of tin. f| AXE VOTIOE—That. Mellor"s Zaa'l JL landta Boat Store is giving better value than ever in Footwear WANTED.— Farmers and Employers requiring Married Couples, Plough men, Grooii s, Gardeners, Shepherds, Dairy Hands ; also Hotel Servants, to apply to i, McDonald, Manchester Street, Curisb ohuroh. All orders promptly attended to. Miss Oonway supplies female servants, 2102 DO you want your home to look nice and fresh for Ghristmaa ? Then send along any furniture whiuh needs recovering or renovating to H Baibstow, who makes it look like new. 11 HHHEY SAY that Mellor'a Zsalandia JL Boob Store is giving better value In Footwear than ever. Do you think it ia true ? Ifc'a a facb sir 1 1 juab bought) fchia pair of shooters at Mellor's, and they only cost me 10d ; if I went anywhere else for them they would haVe cost me a lob more. Take my advioe, the next pair of boofca on shoes you want for yourself or family, go to MeL'or'a Zealandia Boot Store for them. He has thousands of pairs to pick from, and his prices are much cheaper than any other firm in Ashburton. Thanks old man, I will certainly buy my rest from Mellor. By the way: You m»ghb give me his address 1 Oh ! Everybody knowa that; Mellor's Zealandia Booc Store ia la Tailored street, Ashburton. TTT ANTED KNOWN—That* big line TV of Lace Curtains we have jasto landed, ex s.s, Paparoa, is full of really nioe goods ah tempting prices. Full display in our wia lowa—Mkchblli & Tuenkb. CAN'T stop coughing? Benjamin Gum oures recent or chronic coughs. It's nude to oure, and does cute, HAVE yon noticed what a nice finish in a room pictures neatly framed make»2 H. Uaikstow will be pleased to frame any you have at> a very moderate price. Address —East Street, two doors beiew W H 00l linß & Co. 11 JSAY FitfEND: Where is the bost shop to buy a pair of boote? Why, Mellor s Zealandia Boot Store ! 1 always get good value at Mellor'a DO you know that H Baibsxow is selling for cash ab lees than Chriatoharch prices, as the few following quotations will show :—Brass rail iron bedsteads, extended foot rail, f; om 60s ; Duoheas tables from 3Ci j Du' teas chests from 455; inapeobion andco Ison invited. 11 1 DO YOU KNOW Mallor's Zealandia Boob Store ? Rather ! That's the shop to buy real good boots for little money YOU KNOW ITTTknowit!! In facb everybody knows that Mellor'a Zealandia Boot dtoro gives the beet value in Bgj.s aud Shoes in Ashburton. WANTED KNOWN—That our Laoa Goods and Embroideries are a really fine collection and being bought direct! from the maker;?, the value is indisputable,— Mitchell & luenbr. gM«««»CTi«lCiMII»llll«IIM»WM<'.:WWlWMIII I Ml HIM PJ—| BUSINESS NOTICES VOICE PRODUCTION, SINGING & PIANOFORTE. Mrs Johnston TDEPUMED Teaching on THURSDAY XX 30&h Jan, Havelook Street PHOTOGRAPHY. HALMA'S~BTtWIOB, SAUNDKRS' BUILDINGS, TTT E are doing TWELVE ENAMELLED VV CABINET PHOTOS and EN LARGEMENT, size 12 x 10, mounted on « beautiful tintod plate sunk mount for 15s! SEE SPECIMENS, as this is only for a Limited Time, COME EARLY. J. W. Malcolntson, FARMERS' AGENT, . ARCADE, ASHBURTON. I AM A BUYER OF MEAT AT Falrfield Freezing 4 Works. Also,— WHEAT, OATS, BARLEY, & PEAS, On Tracks Ashbarton or Country Stations Agent for North Queensland Insurance Company (Fire and Marine.) 2 188 T H UNDBILL E UKOBILIt T H UNDFJLL & CO FURNISHING UNDERTAKERS TANOBED STREET, ASHBURTON EVERY REQUISITE ON HAND. Pehshad Coffins & Specialty A Choice Assortment of Artificial Wreath In Sboc\ —— Private Address, Peter Street^ directly behind Oddfellows' Hall; also care «f Mr T. Andrews, East) Belt. % ST. GEORGE JAMS,' dotted &c Preserved Mcynttf | ARE DELICIOUS. TRY THEE Procurable from all Grocers and Storekeeper! throughout the Colony