Mail Notices.

Mails close for the following places, as j under, subject to the necessary alterations: ' TUESDAY, Oct. 21. j For Northern Ports and Weatport, per ! Botomahana, at 6 p.m. FEIDAY, Oct. 24. For Northern Ports and Westport, also Australian States (due Sydney Oot. 29th), and South Africa, per Monowai, at 10.30 a.m.

Mining.

United Press Association — IJy Electric Telegraph Dunedin, October 20. During the week ended .to-day, reports have been received from 72 dredges, the total yield being 24970z 9dwt 15gr, or an average of 34 ounces per dredge. Additional returns.—Perseverance 51oz 19dwt, Upper Waipou 30oz, Happy Valley 240z 3dwt, Success 240z, Beliance 17oz i 13dwt, Enfield !6oz lldwt, Lawrence Isoz 12dwt, Waitahuna looz lOdwt, Golden Elbow 13oz 2dwt, Coal Creek Flat lOoz Bdwt, Cairntrodbe 9oz 3dwt, New Nevis 6oz 18dwfc. Dunedin, October 21 To-day's sales—Alexandra Laads 17s 6d to 18s 3d, Eiley's Beach 20s. Keturns—Waikaka United 32ozs lOdwt, Paterson's Freehold 19ozs.

Commercial.

London Markets.

[By Telegraph.] Chrtstchurch, Oct. 20 Messrs Dalgety and Company have re ceived the following cable, under date London, 18th inst.:—The wool market is firm, with a fair demand. The prospects for the ensuing sales are favourable.

New Zealand Stock in Sydney.

Sydney, Oct. 20. At the sheep sales prices were well main tained. 1500 New Zealand sold at price's ranging from 17s 9d to 25s 6d. ;

Agent-General's Cable.

Wellington* October 20 The Agent-General has sent the follow ing cablegram, dated London 18th : —" The mutton market is very firm. Stocks on hand are high, and are firmly held in a few hands. The average price for Canterbury mutton is 4^-d, for Dunedin, Southland, and Meat Export Co. 4£d. For wether mutton the prices are : —North Island 4|d, River Plate 4}d- Lamb is very firm. Stocks are light and finny held. Canterbury lamb is at s|d, and other brands are quoted at ssd. Beef is dull; New Zealand hinds realise sgd, and fores 4d. Butter is steady. Cheese is firm at 55s per cwt. Hemp is Bteady. ' Good Wellington' grade on spot, being quoted at .£35 per ton, and January-March shipments at £31 per ton.

Ashburton Grain Market.

The Ashburton Agency of the New Zealand Farmers' Co-operative Association of Canterbury, Ltd., quotes as follows on Oct. 20th, 1902: Wheat- Tuscan 3s lid to 4s Tearl 4s to 4s Id Hunters 3s lOd Oats—Duns 2s 3d to 2s 4d „ Danish ... 2s 3d to2s4d „ Sparrowbills ... 2s 4d to 2s 5d „ Canadians ... 2s7dto2sßd Barley—Malting, prime i.'s Od to 3s 3d Inferior ... 2s to 2s 3d Peas —Prussian Blue ... 5s „ Partridge ... 3s 6d Chaff Good oatsheaf ... £317s 6d to £4 Grass sued Farmers' ... 3s to 3s (id The above are prices current paid to farmers on trucks at A^hburton.

Ashburton Guardian. Magna est Veritas et Prævalebit. "TUESDAY, OCTOBER 21, 1902.

Some time ago we published a series of articles on the dairying industry, with the results of enquiries we had caused to be made throughout the Ashburton county, as to the prospects of its success in this dis trict. Since then a small factory has com meuced operations at Willowby, under the management of Mr H. Osborne, aud Mr Bond, of Fleinington has, we believe, de cided to convert his establishment into a butter factory. In the course of an inter view with a local dealer in produce of this description, he expressed the opinionthat small factories in different localities are more likely to succeed in this county than a large one, because there are not enough farmers likely to supply milk in any one place to keep the latter going. In this district, sheeprbreeding" and grain-growing constitute easier methods of making money than dairying, whereas in other parts pf the colony, especially in tho North Island, where dairying has been very success fully carried on for years, the hold ings are generally smaller, and the country is not well adapted for sheep and grain. There is something in this view of plie matter, for we believe that unless the conditions with regard to meat and grain production change grs&vly, the larger far mers in the Ashburton county wjlj. not be inclined to take up dairying to any extent, But it is just as well to bear in mind that our frozen meat trade is not by any means in a secure position. We shall presently Experience a much keener competition from the Atgenticij tfean we have had hitherto, and owing to tho relatiyely high price of labour in this country, it is quite possible that the demand for our meat will decrease, and priuss will go down. It w°uld, there fore, be well for our farmers jf they ar» prepared for such a contingency, should it arise. As to the question whether large or small factories are best, there is a considerable difference of opinion. The reasons already advanced for having more than one small factory in a district Xijgp this seem feasible; but at the same time, i-b ftjusfc n°^ c forgotten that Mr ginsella, the Goveii^?pegt: Dairy Commis gioner, after visiting jbhis county, epregsed himself Bti'OOgly & favour of one large company running a factory. He held that this would enable better buildings to be erected, and more up-to-date appliances to bo obtained. It has also been found, says Mr Kinsella, that the larger the concern, the less in proportion is the loss of butter fat which to some"extent cannot be avoided in any factory- "4-»4 then again, in a large business better wages can usually be paid thau small ones can afford. Thi? import ance of suitable buildings and appliances cannot be too strongly emphasized; and in this connection tho Commissioner informed a represontativo of this paper that the buildings he had seen in a local factory some eight months ago were not then at all suitable. He pointed out that proper drainage and the utmost cleanliness were absolutely necessary to secure wholesome butter and cheese, and that the pro visions of the law were very stringent iv. these respects. But although Mr Kin sella was of opinion that a large company can generally run a dairy factory with greater prospects of success than a small syndicate or a single individual can, the special circumstances existing in this dis trict are, we believe, in favour of the latter. At anyrate, it is better to make a start in such a promising industry in a small way, than not to make a start at all. And on those gr.ounds we hope the good example sot by the" prepii&tors of tho Flemington Dairy Factory and the Willowby Butter Factory, will be followed 'in other pat-fes at this county, and that the farmers will Bee that it is to their own interest to give all such enterprises their hearty support.

STANDISH AND PREECE,

Photographers under the Eoyal patronage of the Prince and Princess of Wales. Studio High Street. Christchurch. ; ■< :

A correspondent, whose letter appears in t i I

another column, no-license and the brewers,

wishes to know whether brewers would be able to { sell beer in this district < in the event of No-License / carried at the com

being ing Local Option Poll. The Alcoholic j Liquors Sale Control Act Amendment Act, 1895, deals with this matter as follows :- Clause 33 provides that in districts where no-license is carried—(l) it shall not be lawful for any person whomsoever-(2) "to sell or expose, or keep for sale, any liquor within such district." This may mean that a brewer may not keep beer in the district at all but subsection 6 of the same clause expressly stipulates that this clause " shall not apply to sales by brewers of liquor, being their own manufacture, to persons not residing, or carrying on business within such district, and to be delivered beyond the limits of such district." According to this neither our correspondent nor any of his friends who think a man is none the worse for a glass of wholesome ale, will be able to enjoy that well known beverage, which is manufactured by our local brewer if no-license is carried here. They may only use home-brewed beer, for as soon as they pay money for their liquor it becomes an illegal drink. As for the brewer, it would seem that his business would be practically ruined by the "No-License vote being carried, for he would lose all his customers within this licensing district. It is just as well that people should thoroughly understand what will be the effect of carrying "No License " here at the next Local Option Poll, but the letter of our correspondent suggests that thi3 matter Is not y^st fully comprehended.

LOCAL AND GENERAL.

Weather Forecast. — Captain Edwin wires:—Moderate westerly winds ; glass rise.

Mb Sbddon. —Christchurch " Truth " of last night says :—We hear on very good authority that Mr Seddon will resign his office as Premier of this colony in May next.

Cable Eates to . Tasmania.—From the Ist November the rates per word on cable grams to Tasmania will be as follows : — Ordinary, sd; Government, 4d.

Price of Kerosene. —A drop has taken place in the price of kerosene. The Colonial Oil Company are quoting kerosene to arrive per the Goodwin at Dunedin in about ten days at 8d per gallon, ex wharf, for 25 case lots, or order.

The G;as Works.—The following tenders have been accepted for work at the Ash burton Gas Works, in connection with the new gasometer which has been ordered :— Mr Patrick Clifford, for excavating, and Mr Fred. Haar, for concreting.

Wireless Telegraphy—Experiments at the manoeuvres of the Channel and Mediter ranean squadrons at Argosfcoli, in Greece, demonstrated that wireless telegraphy is useless for war purposes, as Prince Louis of Battenberg's blocked squadron escaped easily.

Persona r,.—The many friends of Mrs Richards, wife of the proprietor of the Dunsandel Hotel, and who is well-known in this county, will regret to hear that she is seriously ill. Mrs Kichards is being attended by Dr Bluett, of Eakaia, and we are glad to state that she shows much improvement under his skilful attention.

The Dairying Industry. — As an in stance of how the dairying industry is developing, it may be noted that in the Lyttelton Harbour Board's cool chambers there have been received this season 871 boxes, equal to 21 tons, of factory butter, which is far. more than the record of any previous season, and this notwithstanding the exceptional weather which has lately prevailed.

Traction Engine Service—Messrs Wat kins' traction engine is due to leave Christ church to-morrow with twenty tons of goods for Ashburton, and should arrive here on Friday. We understand thab back loadinghas now been satisfactorily arranged for, engagements having been entered into for the carriage of wool to Christchurch. Full particulars as to freights, etc., may be obtained from Messrs Caraon and Co., agents.

Ashburton Electorate. —Mr W. Brock announces that he will address the electors at Seafield school on Wednesday, Wakanui School on Thursday, at Staveley Hall on Friday, and at Mount Somers school on Saturday evening Ladies ara specially invited to attend.—Mr John Studholme, junr., announces that he will address the electors in Baling school on Saturday even ing, in Hinds school on Monday evening, and in Lowcliffe school on Tuesday evening net. A meeting of Mr Studholme's Com mittee will be held this evening, at 8 p.m. in their rooms, lately occupied by the " Lyttelton Times " agency.

Nurse Hay.—The Johannesburg cor respondent of the " Press" writes : Nurse Hay, than whom no New ZealanJer that came to the war is hotter known, was mar mied at Pretoria on September 3 to Mr R. D. McKenzie, the posse-sor of extensive property near the Transvaal capital, and who is a son of an Indian officer, the late Colonel McKenzie. Mr McKenzie has been in South Africa for 17 years. Mr and Mrs McKenzie have set out on a delightful honeymoon trip. After " doing "the prin cipal youth African Towns, they tak§ ship for Australia by the Moravian, and will be in Melbourne over Cup time. They will then proceed to New Zealand to visit Mrs McKensde's friends, staying in the colony somfl considerable time before returning to make their home at Pretoria.

Greenstregt.—A tea meeting was held jg'fche Greenstreet schoolroom on Friday evening last, whore fully 150 partook of the good things provided by the ladies of the district. The tables were in charge of Mesdames Bland, Church, Corbett, and the Misses Shearer, who are to be compli mented on the way in which they carried put their part of the programme. After the tea, an adjoijcnment was made' to the church, where the after meeting was held. The Rev.' T. Fee was in the chair, and addressiea were giyen by the "Revs. G. B. Ing] is, Fee, and Mr Shaw. The musical part of the programme was in the fyands gf the Migses E. and M. Jones and Master Stanley Jones, and gave every satisfaction. Songs were sung by Misses 11. Fee, Rick man, and E. Bland, which added greatly to the evening's enjoyment. The meeting was a great success in every way.

.Dokie.—On Friday evening a return iiing-Pong match was played in the Doric batween teams representing JCyle and Doric. ' Ag the apgojuted time drew near, it became evident fch'at'g& unusual amount of interest was to be taken in the contest, as spectators began to arrive from far and near, until the building was packed, and as the play proceeded the opectators wero ever ready to commend the efforts of the rivals, by long and continued applause. After a very keen and interest ing game, tlie local playors scored a victory by 197 points—D.orie, 684, If yle 457. The following players competed'; —Misses Os borne (2), Carruthers (2), Messrs J. Baxter and C^iTufchers (3). Kyle : —Misses Hard wick, Mcllwraith, Watson (2), Messrs Lam bie, McAaulty, and Watson. Duping the pvening the evening, refreshments were handed round by the ladies, and done ample justice to. Mr H, Thompson under took the duties of referee, and gave general satisfaction. After three hearty cheers had been given for the respective teams, one of the most pleasant evenings yet held was brought to a close.

'I'm; T-AWWiiyo TBA.r>E Dispute — The secretary of the Tailors'lJnion objected jn Court that Craighead and Berryiian put far more work in suits than ordinary (Christchurch) tailoring. Manufacturers agents explain that Craighead and Berry man's linings have to be made and imported specially, being better quality than usually sold. They Have just engaged several extra experienced men to cope with the rush of orders, Craighead and Berrym'an pay extra for both labour and material because their motto is " Satisfaction," ' Up'to-date Suits from £3 10s. New summer hats, shirts, ties, boots, etc., just opened. Compare prices! Observe the quality!

Presentation to Mr and Mrs Mtjr-j dock—We learn that Mr Andrew Leathern occupied the chair on the occasion of the presentation to Mr and Mrs Murdoch on. Friday last. The attendance of friends was very large, nearly four hundred being present.

Joan of Arc.—We would remind our readers of Miss Balgarnie's great historio lecture " Joan of Arc," to be delivered in the Oddfellows' Hall to-night, commencing at 8 o'clock. The lecture will be illustrated by lovely life-like views. As this is said to be Miss Balgarnie's very best effort, she should be met by a large audience. Miss B. Alcorn will sing " Sunshine and Rain." The charge for admission has been fixed very low, viz., Is to all parts of the hall.

Wesleyan Homk Missions.—There was but a meagre attendance at the public meeting, held in the Wesleyan schoolroom, Baring Square, on Monday night, when Eev. J. Blight, the Home mission deputa tion, delivered an address. Diverting from the usual character of addresses given on such occasions, Mr Blight gave a number of most interesting incidents in the life of the late Dwight L. Moody. Though the audienco was small, it was apparently very appreciative, and, as one gentleman re marked, in seconding the vote cf thanks | proposed by Eev. Thos. Fee, " those who i were absent were the losers."

An Effective Retort.-—At a prohibition meeting held near Ashburton recently, the chairman stated that alcoholic liquor was not only poisonous but absolutely good for nothing. Whereupon another speaker said he knew a farmer who had succeeded in saving a number of his lambs by giving them small doses of brandy. He appealed to the chairman to cor firm this statement. Now, as the chairman was known by most of those present to be the farmer referred to, there was naturally considerable laugh ter at his expense.

Gratuities for Colonial Officers'—The Defence Department has received notice that an army order has been issued inti mating that Colonial officers who have served in South Africa are entitled to re ceive over and above the war gratuity the sum of £100, as a clothing grant. The order says an officer, whether on reserve or uot taken into employment during a national emergency, shall be entitled to a gratuity of £50, and after completion of twelve months' service, a further gratuity for each year or part of a year of further service at the rate of <£50 a year, if service be given at Home, and ,£IOO a year if giren abroad.

The District Health Officer.—Yes terday Dp W. H. Syrues, District Health Officer for Canterbury, handed his resigna tion to Dr Mason, Chief Medical Health Officer, who is in Christchurch. For a con siderable time Dr Symos has intended to take a trip to the Old Country. He has now deci ded to do this, and has therefore resigned his position under the Health Department. Dr Finch, who is expected to arrive in Christchurch to-day, has been appointed to the position. He arrived in New Zealand about a year ago, and has been an officer of the Department in Hawko's Bay during Dr De Lisle's absence in England. He is an M.D. of O ford, and has been awarded a diploma of public health at Cambridge.

Volunteers. —There was a fair muster of the Guards last evening, Lieutenant Schwartz being in command. The company was exercised in the various new squad movements by the section commanders. After parade the corps was instructed in the new physical march for the forthcoming concert, which takes place in the Oddfel* lows' Hall on Show nights. The proceeds of this concert are in aid of the shooting fund, and we hope the public will assist the corps by attending the concert, «which, we are assured, will eclipse anything of the kind ever produced in the Ashburton county. The Concert Committee wish it to be known that tickets are available for either night.

Tailoring.—Mr Kamrn, representing Strange and Co's famous Tailoring Depart ment, (and -who is one of the firm's smartest cutters) will visit Ashburton on Saturday, 25th. inst., and may be consulted between 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. at • Strange and Co's Agency, Burnett street (Mr Sandrey). As the i.shburton Show eventuates early in November Ashburton residents who may be thinking of ordering now suits etc., for that occasion and for the coming carnival week should place their orders as soon as possible now. It is worthy of remark that Strange and Co. are having a select range of full suitings exhibited at their Ashbur ton Agency, in addition to the usual range of samples,—Adyt.

News in Brief.

Cable News and Social Column will be found on the fourth page to-day. The next sale at the Eakaia Yards will : be held on Monday, November 3rd. Rev. Benjamin Vanes died suddenly at Waikouaiti yesterday, aged 59 years. Railway arrangements for the Ashburton races will be found in our advertising \ columns. Mr D. Thomas will sell in the Arcade on Saturday next Mr John Clark's perpetual lease, containing 50 acres, adjoining the Hinds township. Mr D. Thomas? next Horse Fair will be held on November 21st. Entries are now being received for the fixture. Sir '11,I 1, Lipton's America Cup challenge has been accepted on the same conditions as before. The Stratford Bacon Company is now offering fivepence per pound for pigs by dead weight. The privileges in connection with the Timaru Agricultural and Pastoral Associa tion's coming show, were sold on Saturday, when two licensed booths realised £95, which is 4534 in excess of what they brought last year.

Mayfield Notes.

(From our own correspondent. ) The weather has again turned bitterly cold, and on Saturday, ab,aut noon, a heavy fall of snow, accompanied by a cold driving sou-west wind, came on. The fall was as heavy as any during the winter. Lambs and newly shorn sheep will suffer, as on several farms the shearing of the dry sheep has started. The fruit trees, which promised very bountiful fruit crops this year, will also suffer. Several thousands of first class hoggets have lately arrived from the south, purchased by Mr Fraser, of Shepherd's Bush. A petition is being got up requesting the Government to purchase the Cracroft Estafe for cjoss, settlement, It i 3 to be hoped that this scheme will nieafc with better success than, that in .reference to the Mayfleld Estate. There is good land on Cracroft, admirably suited for smaller holdings. There has just been built at Mayfield a very stylish and useful, gig. The body is of ■ rimu, the shafts of hickory, with Dennett I springs. The design of the body is quite new to this district, and is sure to become popular when better known, as. all parcels and luggage are kept dry by a sloping door at the back of the gig. It is painted lake, relieved by black, orange and white, in fine lines, and is iipholstere.d in maroon'leather, and finished with silver mountings. This vehicle is tho joint work of Messrs W. Bellow, ooaohbuilder ; F. Dellow, black smith ;G. Griffin, painter; and M. Ryan, upholsterer; and reflects great credit on all.

The General Election.

United Press Associatiqu-^By Electric Telegraph, Wblmnoton, October 20 Ministers state that the date of the General Election is not yet definitely fixed, although it is probable thoy will be held oa November 25th. ; Dunedin, Oct. 20 With reference to the date of polling for the general election, the Moderator of the Presbyterian General Assembly has received a telegram from the Acting-Premier, stating that Tuesday, 25th November, is fixed. The three city members also received messages that the 25th is definitely decided on',

Borough School Committee

The usual monthly meeting of the Bor ough School Committee was held last even ing. Present—Messrs W. Craighead (chair man), W. J. Silcoek, E, MoCallum, J. W. Malcolmaon, H. M. Jones, and P. H. Beck ingsale. Apologies for absence were received from Messrs Whitaker and Hewson. BANK BALANCE The Chairman reported the credit balance at the Bank to be £3. CORRESPONDENCE Correspondence was received from-— The Education Board, forwarding salaries j for the month.—Beceived. headmaster's bsport. The Headmaster reported that the roll number for the past month had been 395, and the attendance 354. Miss Curd and Mrs Willis had resumed their duties after absence, through illness. "As the second master, Mr J. E. Purchape, was sitting for examination at Canterbury College, the Headmaster recommended that leave be granted him from the 28th to 31st inst. The mistress of the Allenton School re ported an increase in the roll number, it having reaohed 72, the average for the month being 63. On four half days during the month, every child was present. The reports were adopted, and Mr Pur chase was granted leave of absence for a week, in order to sit for examination. It was decided to ask the Board for an additional £2 for materials for technical instruction. SANITATION. The Chairman said that Mrs Patrick had stated that at certain times every day there was no water in the Burnett Street channel, so the drain was not supplied. If this was correct the Borough Council should be approached on the subject. Mr Malcolmson thought the sanitary system of the school was radically wrong. The Board should be asked to send their inspector down to report. The Chairman said the Board had insisted on the drain being in its present position. Mr Malcolmson moved that—"The drainage of the main school is unsatisfactory and the Committee respectfully asks the Board to send their clerk of works to meet the Committee on the subject." The motion was seconded by Mr MoCal lum and carried. VISITING COMMITTEE. The visiting committee reported in addition to the sanitary matters that the bell at the Mam School had been fixed. It was decided to ask the Borough Council to let the school have a constant supply of water for flushing purposes. HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIPS. Mr Silcock moved— " That the High School Board be respectfully requested to reconsider their resolution re scholarships, and to frame regulations which will be more equitable to town and country schools alike. Mr Jones seconded the resolution, which was carried unanimously, and ordered to be sent to the Board of Governors of the High School SECONDARY EDUCATION* Mr Beckingsale reported that he had re ceived replies from three district High Schools on the subject of secondary educa tion. These communications gave particu lars of how the schools were supported, The secretary of the Geraldine District High School Committee also wrote on the subject. It was decided to take no. action till a reply was received from the Ashburton High School Board, and to obtain more information on the subject. ACCOUNTS. Accounts amounting to £5 3s were pass ed for payment, and the Committee ad journed.

Correspondence.

(We do not hold ourselves responsible for opinions expressed by our correspondents).

NO-LICENSE AND THE BREWERS.

TO THE EDITOR. Sir,. —One of the Prohibitionist lecturers is said to have stated at Mayfield : that in the event of No-License being carried, Mr Digby nould brew but he could not sell beer in the Ashburton electorate. Could you inform us through your columns if this is true. I may say that this came as a sur prise to mo ard a great many others, as to my niind it smacks of petty tyranny of the meanest kind. For what possible harm could it do for a hard working man to take to his own home a small keg of light, wholesome beer, to tone up his weary body. If this is the case, the sooner all moderate minded people wake up the better, —1 am; &c, Liberty. (This matter i 3 dealt with in the editorial columns.—Ed.)

South Canterbury Cricket Association.

A meeting of the South Canterbury Cricket Association was held at Dr. Cox's rooms, Timaru, on Saturday afternoon. There were present—Messrs J. P. Kalaugher representing Winchester, (in the chair); V. Wright, Timaru; Gr. N. I'eilden, Te muka; C. J. Taylor, Ashburton; W. Barron, Civil Service ; C. Chirers, Beacons field ; J. Calvert, United; and J, Guthrie, "^averley. SUJjSCRIBTIQNg, The subscriptions for senior clubs to be affiliated to the Association was fixed at one guinea, and junior clubs, five shillings. ELECTION OF OFFICERS. Mr W. S. Lindsay (Timaru) was elected President, and the Vice-Presidents to be the Presidents of the Club affiliated. Mr Vivian Wright (Timaru) was appointed Honorary Secretary and Treasurer. SELECTION OP TEAM AGAINST LOKD HAWKE.

Mr Taylor, (Ashburton), moved, and Mr Wright, (Timaru), seconded' th,e following resolution, whiqh " was parried: "That the Selection Committee of each affiliated Club be asked to submit the name 3of their best players to the Association, with a view to the Selection Committee of the Association picking the team against Lord Hawkers eleven, or for any othes representative match •/ the Selection Committee of the Association to consist of one Timaru selec tor, and two others from outlying districts, all to be non-players." SELECTION COMMITTEE. Mr Cecil Perry, (Timaru), was appointed one of the members of the Selection Com mittee, the appointment of the other two being left over. HEADQUARTERS. It was resolved that the headquarters of the Association bo Timaru, for the ensuing twelve months. 1 VOTING. Ife waß decided that the delegates of senior clubs be entitled to two votes' each, and the junior clubs one. COMPETITIONS. Mr Taylor (Ashbarton) moved, and Mr Feilden (Temuka) seconded, that no senior pompetition be held this year,—-Carried. Mr Calvert (United) moved, and Mr $u£hrie (Waverley) seconded, tftat a jflniqr. gbinpetition be held—-Carried. ' A vote of thanks to Dr Cox foy the use of his rooms, and to the chairman for presid ing, concluded the meeting. "

SIR JOSEPH WARD AT AUCKLAND.

Review of the Affairs of the Colony.

The Loan Fabrication.

United Press Association—By Electric Telegraph .

Auckland, Oct. 20 Sir Joseph Ward delivered a speech at the Choral Hall to-night, when there was a large attendance, and he was accorded an attentive hearing. He gave a general review of the affairs of the colony,: es pecially the financial aspect. The policy©! the Government was that the land settle* ment question ought to take precedence, industries be developed, and a reduction made on railway charges for assistance to settlera. Producers should be assisted to get fresh markets and higher prices. A higher standard of education should be maintained, and above all, the Govern ment's first duty to the people was to maintain sound and strong finance. * Sir Joseph Ward read the following cable from Mr Seddon:—" The statemente credited.to the Hon. McCulloch~ (Victoria), and Mr T. E. Taylor (New Zealand), that I endeavoured, unsuccessfully, to float small loans in London, are fabrications, and untrue. Also the rumour that I attempted to float the New Zealand loan is incorrect;. ', I never attempted, or even suggested same, and the merest tyro in finance would seethe i absurdity of such a proceeding at such, a time. I decided before leaving London that the date of placing the New Zealand loan on the London market would be settled on my return to the colony. Financially, New Zealand stands high in the money market."

A scene occurred at the conclusion of Sir Joseph Ward's address, when Mr Richard son, a well known prohibitionist, endea doured to move that the Chairman's ruling that no question could be put to a Minister, be disapproved of. He was twice removed by two policemen, whereupon the meeting refused to hear the Chairman, and owing to the uproar, no vote of thanks could be put. The meeting concluded with three cheer* for Sir Joseph Ward.

South Africa.

United Press Association—By Electric Telegraph—Copyright London, October 19. The Chamber of Mines in Johannesburg protests against the Transvaal paying a war contribution during the next five years. Capetown, October 20 Sir Arthur Lawley, deputy-Governor of the Transvaal, announced that the Govern ment is devoting half a million to a com mencement of re-stocking the farms, la the shape of a loan' at Ai per cent., secured by a first mortgage on the unencumbered pro perty to half the value of the land. More over, the repatriation of the Boers includes to some extent the introduction of breeding cattle. "

The Boer Generals.

United Press Association—By Electric Telegraph—Copyright. London Oct 19 - De Wet, in the course of a speech, de clared that the Boers had lost nine-tenths of their possessions. London, Oct. 20 The " Borsen Zeitung," a Berlin journal, states that the Generals, on quitting Cape* town, had doubtless some idea of appealing to the Governments, thinking it easy, but they lost their bearings, owing to the com plicated relations of the Powers. The " Morgen Zeitung," of Vienna, takes a similar view, and advises the Generals to return to South Africa, and co-operate with. I zeal and judgment in the reconsbitution of their homes. Tho Berlin correspondent of " The Times " states than an army order forbade officers 1 to participate in the Generals' reception, or attend their meetings. Berlin society studiously held aloof from them. The demonstrators were chiefly from the lower middle class, who are destitute of political influence. The Socialist workmen were doubtless pro-Boer, but would not co-oper ate with their enemies,the Pan-Germana and Anti-Semites, who were worse in the field. The workers wero only first noticeable in Saturday's crowds, on the occasion of the farewell to the Generals. •

Army Remounts.

United Press Association—By Electric. Telegraph—Copyright London, Oct. 19 Viscount Downe, reporting on the working of the Eemount Department in Australia, asserts that owing to breeding for racing purposes, the majority of the surplus horses are weeds, and lacking in substance. There is not the same number of good stout horses that there was eight years ago. It was a difficult country to buy jn, and it was doubtful if any great benefit would be realised .from Imperial studs in Australia, considering the expense that would, be necessary; ' LquDOif, Oct 20 Viscount Downe, in his report on re» mounts, says those drawn from the Indian market greatly reduced the margin for the Australian supply. He advises that future purchases be made through dealers. He adds:—"New Zealand, while not haying a large supply, is the first among colonies as regards merit. Victoria is next, New South Wales third, South Australia fourth, and Queensland last."

Mr Seddon at Hobart.

United Press Association—-By UlactriQ Telegraph—Copyright. Hobabt, October 20. The Tongariro, with Mr Seddon and party on board arrived at eleven o'clock on Sunday night, and anchored in midstream. Premier Lewis boarded, and spent a conple of hours semi-offlcially in conversation with Mr Seddon, who did not land owing io the steamer leaving fit daylight. Mr Seddon's wife and daughters are in splendid health. Mr Seddon, who was reported unwell before^ leaving London, picked up wonderfully - during the trip. On being interviewed, Mr Seddon was unable to say much owing to calls on his time by reason of hia very short stay. Of New Zealand affairs, he said he would wait till reaching home to reply to the criticisms made upon his works and actions, but he emphatically remarked . his confidence, in New Zealand wag as grea/fc ■ as ever. Ho, made refer^ce to, his, English, tour as improving the relationship between the Mother Country and the selfrgOYerning. colonies, and tending to still ftu?tb i e.c strengthen the stability of the Empire. The Tongariro left shortly, after six o'clock f<jr Auckhnd,

Ther f |r$ in Sydney,

United Press Association— By Eleotri Telegraph. Sydney, Oct. 20 The premises- burnt were a large four storied brick building, the front portion having been occupied by the Deering Co. I and by the " Workers" newspaper office, i Hoadley and Company, jam makers j the Colonial Paper Company, the Anglo- Australian Finance Land Company's offices, Jules Renard Company, importers and agents, while Deering'a extensive storage warehouses at the back, filled with valuabje stocks of machinery, including a shipment landed last week, were destroyed. Deering'a premises were gutted, while the others, especially the printing machinery in' the 'Worker's' office and Colonial Cos. stock are seriously damaged by water, and fie loss wil amount to many thousands. The h'Q is now (12.57;p.m.J in hand.. :'. ,' 'I he fire originated in a stool; of binder twine, of which 450/i'O) pounds. wered,^ stroyed. One thousand gallons of lubricate ing oil fed the flames. The insurance abe ,£26,000, and the damage is estimated &ti £12,000, ; .'

THE ASHBURT

ON GUARDIAN:

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 21, 1902



P. FERRIMAN. FOR SALE. HAVELOCK STREET WEST, ASHBUR TON. I HAVE received instructions from Mb Gbesn (who is leaving Ashburton) to Sell his property situated as above, com prising one quarter acre of land and a oomfortable Dwelling of 6 rooms and loullery. My instructions are to effect a speedy Bale. The price ia reasonable and easy terms of payment cm be arranged. Full particulars on application. F. PEBETMAN, Land and Estate Agent. FOR SAL 1. WILLS STREET WEST. I HAVE reoeived instructions from Mr F. H. Beckingsale, who is leaving for Wellington, to Sell his property situated as above, comprising Town Section 1135, con taining one rood and a modern built Dwel ling'of 6 rooms, bathroom, pantry and ■wash-house. The grounds have been well laid out in gardens, and from the admirable situation of the property it is well adapted for pur chase either as an investment or for residential purposes. To Trustees in Bearch of a sound invest ment this property is well worth attention, as it will return a good interest on the purchase money. Full particulars can be had on applica tion, i F. FEREIMAN, | Land and Estate Agent, j FOR SALE. A GOOD Sheop Farm of 800 acres, with good bnildings, near to School and Church, and within an easy distance of a railway. P. FERRIMAN. TOWN SECTIONS. TTjiOE Sale -4 Town Sections, well situa ted for residential sites.* P. TEREIMAN, Land and Estate Agent. FOR SALE A FARM of 640 acres, in good heart j fences in firsfc-olass condition. F. FEERIMAN, Land and Estate Agent TO Let; or'for Sale, at Tinwald, corner with a four-roomed House, £ acre section, near to the School and facing Graham's Road. F. FEREIMAN, Land and Estate Agent I AM instructed by Mb HAABto Sell his comfortable home on the N.E. Town . Belt. This property is cheap and well worth your inspection. Firn^RTßTivr A "NT • Jj JIiJE&JDuXIfJLiaLi.Ii q Land and Estate Agent jlll—lllilll mm i in ,i.i ji i ii. i n_^ - I __* " BUSINESS NOTICES. H GRESHAM. SURGEON AND MECHANICAL DENTIST. By Examination, October, 1897 T7*IGBT years experience with E. G-. and jPi F. W. Gresham, Dentists, Dunedin and Invercargill. Has commenced practice in rooui3 I upstairs from the entrance to Thomas' Auction Room?, Burnett Street. Stoppings in Gold, Amalgam, and Cement. Gold and Porcelain crowns made ; also sets of teeth with Vulcanite and Porcelain gums. Gas administered. Ail work guaranteed. Houbs of Attendance —9 a.m.—s p.m. Private Residence—Care Mbs Grant, Wilk Streej* Helpless with ft Rheumatism ■ You've tried liniments and prescriptions without result. N°5nXS YOTJBSBLr with THE GREAT . . . . CANADIAN ... SEAWEED CURE. A medicine and Not a liniment. A Quick and Permanent Cure. SOLD BY ALL DEALERS At 3/6 pkb Bottlb. Sole Agent for Australasia: GEO. W. WILTON, Wellington. YOUR'E A —" DAISY,"= fJIHAT'S whab everyone says about the ; EASY ROAD CART : THAT Messrs Morrow, Bassett & Co Are now Showing at their | ASHBURTON BRANCH, WILLS St.3 Call early to order as they Sell like Hot-cross Buns on a Good Friday M q rning • AND CO., Wills Street, Ashburton. Jf. PRIEST, Manager, j



BUSINESS NOTICES CLBARING SALE OF j : SADDLEKY, ETC. : : "OEFORE removing the Stock in my Bast Street Shop to my New Premises at Sealy's Corner, I am holding n CLEARING SALE of SADDLES, ' BRIDLES, | WHIPS, STACK COVERS,, .etc. WILLIAM PATCHING, Saddler & Harness Maker, East & Burnett St., Ashburton Milliner? Models, Entontcas, Sunshades, Umbrellas, Laces, Straws, Sailors. MITCHELL AND TURNER.' NEW STRAWS bRBB^^B NEW STRAWS Just Opened. ** 50 Dozen Straw Hats. 50 Dozen. Boys' White and Speckled Straw Hats is. Men's White Straw Hats 3s. Men's White Straw Hats 4s 6d Men's White Straw Hats up to 8s See Window. Special Display. Ladies' Folding ' traw Hats 6s 6d The latest fashion. New Zealand Clothing Factory, SHEEP SHEARING- SEASON. THAVE JUST LANDED MY SEASON'S SUPPLY OF 3s 6d. SHEEP SHEARS. 3s 6d including T.U.S. and 8.8.A., N.Z., with plain and perforated grips.. Turkey Oil Stones, a splendid sample. Sweet Oil. Branding Oils -Red, Black, and Blue, in 1 and 5 gallon drums; Raddle, Lamp Black, Etc. LAWN MOWERS in great variety, from 22s 6d to 55s each. G \EDENING- TOOLS of every deßcription at reduced prices. BOWLS! BOWLS! ' BOWLS! As the season has just opened, I cordially invite inspection of my stock—Taylor's first quality only kept. 4 SEWING MACHINES lam sole agent for the celebrated " Davey " Machine; 7 years' guarantee ; Hand £3 10s; Treadle from £6 iCa to £g It's. Call and inspect. They are worth looking at, G. -M ED I) I N S, The Peoples' Ironmonger Burnett Street, opposite Arcade. ZEALANDIi CYCLES Simply Perfect. Vf ADE from B.SA. Parts, specially for New Zealand Roads. Better than any im ported machine for the every day cyclist. Fitted with latestjGarrard Free "Wheels, with patent Back Pedal Brake, Dunlop Vulcanised Tyres, Brook's Saddles, any style Handle Ears, Pedals, Gear, Etc. Our 1903 Models now on view- OATES, LOWEY & CO., Largest Cycle Makers and Importers in New Zealand Ashburton Branch—Burnett Street J, WILSON'S | HEW SEASON'S ' n,w SE ws i WALL PAPERS Have Arrived- And will be Opened up This Day, September 12th. Simply perfect in Design and Colour. The Papers are quite different to anything of the sort before imported into this -town, and vastly superior, *ST The Prices are the same as for Ordinary paperjiangings. Borders and Friezes to Match. Persons desirous ot choosing from the full stock, but not intending to use the Papers for seme time, may have them laid aside until required. ..^.-.-..^^w^-*-.-*^ <*—*-*- ■" -__ EW . g PKING . GOODS now showing. £f A T MA'« I -^ w Prints, New Blousings, New JO. A LiiTlA O OIU w*.\J kj, DrMa Mat6l , ialej j, nd a general assortment T -,_ of New Lines in each Cash SAUNDBBS' BUTLDINUS. Discount at the rate of one shiliing in the „ n[Tft mn pound off all purchases from mhepence ONE DOZEN CABINEi PHOTO- worfch upwar d s , at H. C. . Barrett's Drapery, Clothing, and Boot Warehouse, GRAPHS and ONE ENLARGEMENT gagg^street. . FI4P Ifa HP 0 Our Lady fiends. -If you intend rvi% iwn« j^ to favour us with your Dressmaking See Specimens at Studio, Order, please advise us as early as cpn- venient. Our dates are rapidly filling UP. and # note will probably save both irritation Note—No Canvassers; >io Coupons; aQ( j disappointment.—Mitchell and Tur therefore wo can give you the best possible NERj G oS tTjmie.rs. /satisfaction. Proofs shown, and the best : ——- —■ f work guaranteed. I frmoke New yeftU.?



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