Young Woman's Sensational Confession

A DIVINITY STUDENTS CHA RACTER CLEARED Georgo Wiikie, M, A., a son of James Wilkie, builder, Leveo, Fi.e.hire, Scotland, and a well-known golfer, has In ft BOmawhat sensational manner completely established his innocsDceof Ihe charge made against him by a young woman belonging to Kdinburgh of having seduoed her, and of being Ihe father of her child. It maybe recalled that, from evidence given in Court, it appeared that in August 1899 Mr George Wilkie was staying in Leven while on holiday, and the™ met the girl. They were friendly with each Oilier (or the ten daya or so she was there with her ptrents aa summer visi* tors. When she left he did not know her address in Edinburgh, but after coining to Edinburgh to pursue hi* Divinity course for the ministry of the Free Church, she met him casually on the street, and accused him of being responsible for her then condition. He replied that the charge was 'diabolical. She then by her solicitor suggested marriage, with the object of saving him from abandoning his study for the Church. He scorned the idea. She next sued him in tbe Court of Session for £1000 damages for seduction. The Jury who tried the oase gave a verdict ag-rinsfc her, but at the same time they added that misconduct had taken place. Lord Stormonth Darling was the pre aiding judge, and in his charge hia Lord.bip commented upon the unsatis factory nature of the evidence, especi ally with regard-to certain mistakes on matters which, his Lordship said, should have been " burned into her memory." Mr George Wilkie technically suc ceeded, and got a decree for over £150 of expenses, but the jury's rider, un» : Jnitly, »s it now tarns out, put an al most indelible stain upon his character. Theyoung woman then sued him in the Sheriff Court, Edinburgh, before Sheriff-Substitute Maconocbie, for ail ment for her child, which was born after the jury trial, and within eight months of August 1899, The Sheriff Substitute decerned in her favour, but with great hesitation, stating that he thought the defects in her case were explainable on grounds consistent with not holding her evidence a. wilfully false. An appeal was taken to Sheriff Rutherford, and thereafter to the First JEHvision of the Court of Session, but with no success, although the Supreme Court Judges granted that the girl's oase was narrow and doubtful, and in dicated that if the case bad come before them as Judgee of the first instance they might not have reached the same Cono.ttß.on as tbe Sheriffs. Mr Gecrge Wilkie had an alternative, as he could not carry the case further, than to abide by the three jadgmeuts holding him to be the father, and he has, it is understood, paid aliment under the decree. It has now come to light that the accusations against him were ab solutely false; It is believed that quite lately the girl came under the influence of a Gospel Evangelist visiting Edinburgh. She told him tbat Mr George Wilkie was not guilty, and that she wished this to be made known to Mm. Since then she has, it is Itated, of her own free will made a ■written confession, prompted by her deep contrition for her sinfulness. The welcome news has come to Mrs Wilkie (George's mother) iv Lever,, who has from the first believed in her son's innocence. Legal proceedings will, it ib expected, be taken immedi ately to destroy the verdict of the jury and all the judgments of the Court which have been pronounced to his prejudice. In consequence ef the scandal he had to give up his Divinity career, he forfeited a bursary he held, and waa out off from Church member fbip. But.it is felt, while ihe result of tbe fake charge has been all but ruinous to him, this sequel, so clearly establishing bis Innocence, is recog nised as far more satisfactory for him mow than if he bad been able to con vince the Jury and the Court that the girl'i case ,was not legally proved against him. He ia studying law in Glasgow, and has already passed some of tfae'branehea in law for graduation •i L.L.B, at the University there,

TGE ASHBURTON GUARDIAN. WEDNESDAY, AHUL 16, 1902

Printed and published by Thomas Hanoox, for the Proprietor, Robust Bbll, at hit Printing Office, Burnett Street, Ashbarbeu WEDNESDAY, APRIL IS, 1908,



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BUSINESS NOTICES j COALS!. GOALS ! COALS j MOUNT~OM.EB.S NEW SEAM OOAL IS NOW IM THE MARKET* rYIHIS is Canterbury's Besb Coal. ' E?ery JL Householder should save money, and keep tho money in the province by ÜBlng MOUNT SOMERS COAL, This Coal ha. 3£> per oenb of Gas, burns with a good flame, and gives a steady heat. TRY IT ! IRS IT ! TRY IT ! i'o be had of all Coal Merohantß. Price—l7s per Ton at Mount Somers Station JAMES GIBSON, Cameron Street, A.hburbon 3 174 _-/2_3r\" v\'%\ mnw mmjp Eoupse Cycle Go's fe-p" —' STOCK-TAKING BARGAIN S IN NEW AND SECOND-HAND _Ellol_rO.lL._E-S. i T H U_.n_._i.i- E Ukdbi_.li j T H UNDRILL & CO FURNISHING UNDERTAKERS TANCRED STREET, ASHBURTON EVERY REQUISITE ON HAND. Fcl-ahed Coffins a Specialty i __. Choice Assortment of Artificial Wreaths I In Sfeeok. —— ' Private Address, Peter Street, directly behind Oddfellows' Hall; also cs.o ef Mr T. Andrews, Easb Belt. 2 IT WILL PAY YOU To. Try Our J£i ia riiTimr.! °Dly -I lllrt \! 9 I'l't! thia li ill * ill 111 l | Tweed W M.XJ Hold MoJDOrsrA_£__D «Se CO. Tailors W DONGES. ARCADE CHAMBERS ITIEACHER of ;Vioiin, Mandolin, and [ Harmon; Pupils attended ab their own homes. Quarter commences from any date. MoDOCGALL'S SHEEP DIP DESTROYS all Insect Parasites on Animals Greatly stimulate, the growbh if WOOL, Improves the quantity and quality of the flaeoe Completely oure. Scab C*nnob poison or injure the Sheep Heal, and soothes all Wounds and Bores Haa 40 yeara experienc. behind ib Cm be obtained in 5 aud 2 gal. Drums J from D. THOMAS, 3156 Ashburton ....  -i IS THAT BOY READY For His Next Pair of BOOTS TYjTE Have on hand a large a.Bortmenfc of BOOTS AMD SHOES Bull. forJ]Ußt_the wear .that Boya and Girls can give them, SCHOOL BOOTS, LIGHT AND STRONG, Ab Prices to auib_the Working Man, D. STOCK'S BLUE BOOT STORE Burnett Street, Ashburton J H. P. MADDEN, ! BAKER, CONFECTIONER, AND CATERER, ! East Steeut, WOULD respectfully take this opportunity of thanking his cus tomers for past orders, and trusts to merit a continuance of the same in the fnture Additional accomodation haa now been added to the refreshment rooms, which are still under the personal supervision of Mrs Madden, where patrons can rely upon rese.vlng the best attention. Tea, Coffee, Cocoa, etc, will be dispensed, in conjunction with Hot Scotch Pies, Scones, Cakes, Pastry Creams, which are manu factured en tho premises, from the best ingredients, and from the la!est London and Parisian recipes, for which the Establishment is noted. Bride, Birthday, and Christening Cakes a speciality. Catering aa usual! ' Satisfaction " is our motto, 4 125 — —— ■ RAILWAY REFRESHMENT ROOMS. HAVING secured the lease of Railway Refreshment Rooms, I shall be glad to ace all old friends. WINES. SPIRITS, and ALES of the Besb Quality only kept in stock. 4 73 J. DINEEM, — ■ ~ FIRST Prizß Ham. and Bacon—Roll Bacon 7Jd by roll or 8d per lb, Mason's ChryataiSa for Lemonade, per bottle la j Lime Juice, per bottle la; Lemon Squash, per botble Is ; Raspberry Syrup, per bottle, Is 3d ; Ka.pb.rry Vinagar, per bottle, Is 3d. Ail kinda Peek, Frean'a English Biscuits in acock. Highesb price given for Dairy Produce—ab John Obb & Co. H/FaSON'S Screw Top Fruit Jars— I IM. 1 Pinb 4s 9d, Quart 5a 6d, J gallon, 6a 9<_, per dozen. Glass Jelly Jara, wibh tin lid, 2s 6d, 3a 6d, and 4a 6d per dozen. Prepervim; Sugar, 14a 6d per 701b bag, 8a 9d per 401b bag, 12s per 56ib bag—ab John Orb & Oo ' AFOLOGY— We beg to apologise to any customers who were unable to get 1 served owing to orush, and for their benefib Iwe will continue the sale for a few daya ocger.— Pearoe'b Drapery Sale. ■ Smoke New Yeans



BUSINESS NOTICES j VOICE PRODUCTION, BINGING & PIANOFORTE. Mrs Johnston R r ESUMED Teaching on THURSDAY 30th Jan. Havelock Street —— ■ ■ ~* —— J. L. HIGGS HAS Latest Designs IN HOUSE : : DECORATIONS CALL AND BBE. tl « J__J» JO. JL \JC V-X O a House Decorator, Painter, Glazier, j 8-gnwrt.er, etc., Tanored Street. HA TQ ■T¥TE HAVE JUST OPENED, ex s s « GOTHIC," Direct from tha Manufacturers, a Largo Shipment of Gents' Hats in the very Latest J Styles, including complete ranges of the celebrated ,» COOL SPRING » BESTQUALITY FLEXIBLE HATS, i for whioh we are the S.le Agents In this District. OBAIGHEAdT BEERYftf AN The Leading Tailors and Outfitters. Ashburton. : : : : : ~ ■ > JAMES BAKER in thanking Patrons for past favours, would eolloit a continu ance te his _uo.eß.o_s, W. & M. BAKER, who will carry on the business as usual at the Furnishing Warehouse, Havelock Street 12 127 WINTER GOODS. W STRANGE & CO., Christohurob, „ call the attention of tbe Ashburton Publio to their up to date Sample Rooms in BURNETT STREET, now decked out with choice Winter Goods. Lovely Jacket., Latest Macintoshes, Hun | dreds to select) from ; Children., Maid., and Ladies. DRESS Goods lo patterns of every descrlp* tioto. Flannel and Flannelette Blousings In endless variety. Heavy Winter Goods of all olsese., at low prices tlia. will aalonieh the Public. Our Gentleman's Tweed Suiting-, 500 patterns to choose from. i FIT AND STYLE GUARANTEED, _**» 3*3. W. STRANGE & CO, would Intimate that these Sample Rooms are opened by special request of their Ashburton customers, who like to have choice and variety combined with style, and above all, good valuo. Io tha Sample Rooms will be found samples of the choices goods at fair prices. A vlb.'s will ooavlnoe you. Open daily. Ix ROTHWELL. DAMAGED BY SEA WATER, ONE CASE DRESS GOODS. fTPIHE Agents having allowed us a Very Substantial Allowance on above Goods, we will offer the Lot THTR DAY AT VERY LOW PRICES, as it is imperative that they should be CLEARED AT ONCE. DRESS GOODS FROM 3d a Yard, Come and See Them, ASHBURTON DRAPERY COMPANY The Boot Palace. T¥TE H&VE JUST OPENED OP i FOR THE WINTER Every Description of Ladies' and Gent's Engli.h, __r_ericanand Colonial BOOTS & SHOES. Gent's Football, Cyclo, Evening, Cricket Tennis, and Bowling Shoes always in Stock, Ladies' Walking Boots and Shoes in New Style and great) Variety, Ladies 1 Evening Shoes in various Colours Children's School Boots and Shoes Specialty. Repairing done at shortest) Notice W. SPARROW Corner East and Moore Streets, ■ 3 ASHBURTON , , MRS J. LLOYD, | i MUSIC SELLER, &o. j REGISTERED TEACHER op I MUSIC Music and Musical Instruments of every i description. Latest music by every mail. ' Just arrived, new assortment of Month Organs, etc* AGENT FOR Wheeler and Wilson Sewing Maohloes runs as light as a feather, turns drudgery nto a pastime. The magio silent sewer, AGENT FOR EMPRESS NEEDLE. All materials kept. Lessons free. Tanoebd Skbem (next Hall, Herbalisb WHAT prize takers for pastry use " Patty Pan baking powder, the great .- Dsielby, "



iBUSINEBB NOTICES i SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT We Stock All Shapes IN ; AMERICA'S LEADING CORSET, THE W.B ERECT FORM, Isio olaiaed that this; Corset fits the' Natural Figure and gives Comfort and Comfort and Healthful Wear, cabining a Bm»rt"Appearanoe and Hygiene ondi-ioB. /*\ Prices from Gs lid akd Wfm J Shapes to Suit all Figures MITCHELL & TURNER. in mm imm KMmHmbmmwmamixmMma —mi in_iiii_ii —iilhli wii wmi m_h____-wmw«i' ihilih ■"mim ilium. fIIHE WIATHER DURING THE PAST WEEK HAS FOUND OUT THE WEAK SPOTS IN YOUR UNDERSTANDINGS, __ mmmm I Oh! For a Pair of Dry, Comfortable, Good Boots. SIGH NO MORE, CALL AT NICHOLAS & PICKFORD'S AND GET THE VERY THING YOU WANT.- | THE FINEST STOCK IN TOWN. American Makes in Men's and Women's latest up-to-date Styles at lowest prices, in Strong Makes, Splendid Values, only Reliable Brands kept NICHOLAS AND PICKFORD, EAST STREET: LINOLEUMS, CARPETS, RUGS* ETC, LINOLEUMS CARPETS, RUGS, Etc, AT T. H. UNHRILL & CO.'S. ¥¥TE HAVE just purchased a very Choice Assortment of 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 bhe usual Cash prices. Passage Mats from la each. Hearth Rugs from 2s 6d, 3s 6d, and so on. We are now showing NEW BEDSTEADS (just opened up) direct 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, and Fancy Goods, Perambulators and Go-Carts, Wicker and Fancy Chairs, SEWING MACHINES—The Best at lowesb prices, (The famous • Anchor,' T. H. UN DRILL & CO., FURNISHING WAREHOUSE, TANORED STREET (Established 1882 f _____K__MM____~-_-_a-l-HH_M--___-_--H__M_B_M______«___«««i«"i""i^"""^"""""""""<""'"" 11"'''"" FARMS FORJ^RIVATE SALE. VTT^ HAVE THE FOLLOWING PROPERTIES FOR PRIVATE SALE :— 376 acre farm at Waterton, with 4 roomed houae, 4 stall stable, loose box, and granary ; good cropping and grass land 400 acre farm at Lismore, good Improvements ; 250 acres n grass, 50 acres ready for wheat, 60 turnips, and oOstubble; 7 roomed house, stable, woolshed, granary I 786 acre farm at Newlands. with 5 roomod houae j acres in turnips, 600 newly laid down, 187 old pasture i ! 730 acres. Hinds district, good buildings, all In graqs, well fenced and subdivided Into 9 paddocks, well watered 1100 acre farm at Ealing, no improvements ; 800 acrea in tussocks, balance in turnips 405 acre farm ab Ealing, with 4 roomed house, stable, and other improvements ; all in grass 500 acres at Methven, 8 roomed house, and other Improvements 156 acre farm at FJemlngton» 4 roomed house and stable, well watered and fenced t 476 acre farm at Springburn, all newly laid down ; 7 roomed house, 6 stall stable, woolshed, divided Into 10 paddocks 450 acre leasehold farm, at Mitcham Road 950 acre farm at Seafield, 4 roomed house, stable 262 acre farm at Flemlngton, highly improved, divided into 8 paddocks, well fenced and watered, 6 roomed house, granary, outhouse, 4 rooma, 6 stall! stable, and other necessary outbuildings j 3800 acres, all in grass, well fenced and subdivided ; all well watered and good plantations ; close to railway ; with good buildings, house, woolshed,' cottage, and other Improvements ; easy terms. (This property can be sold subdivided in two blocks.) We shall be glad to give the falle.t Information to intending purchasers, and show them over any of the above properties. friedlanderbros., ltd.



BUBI-TBSq NOTTQES THE McCORMICK oIILIj ljliiA.JDof: fTIHE WINNER ;0F THE GoLd MEDAL. At the Christchuroh Show, THE MoOORMIOK | LEFT HAND OPEN BACK j I REAPER & BINDER CARRIED OFF THE GOLD MEDAL. Order. Now Being Received* Morrow, Bassett $ Go. Wills Si-beet, Ashburton. M. PRIEST, Manager BAKER BROS. Complete Furnishing. XJivr>_EDie,'j_,ia._B--E._as. LLEWELLYN OWEN, MOSM. CERTIFICATED & REGISTERED TEACHER. STUDENTS prepared for any Musical Examination held in New Zealand. Alt branches &f_,Muslo taught. Candidates presented at Examinations 137 ; average marks gained, 94 per cent, ' 2__ FOR WATOHES CLOCKS, JEWELLERY, SILVER AND ELECTRO-PLATE SEASONABLE NOVELTIES, Eto, GO TO O. JESSON, Practical Watohraaker and Jowollar. Burnett Streeb, (opposite Somerset Hotel) Ashburton. -—Repairs * Specialty.— Presentation Committees liberally dealt with. > THE CHRISTCHOEGH MEAT COMPANY, Limited ) ISLINGTON FREEZING WORKS f SMITHFIELD I PIOTON OFFICES Hereford Street), CHRISTCKCRCH Stafford Street, TIMARU PIOTON LONDON OFFICE-64, West Smithfietd E.C. fabwders"fkbbzing. THE CHRISTCHUROH MEAT COM PANY have taken New and Enlarged Offioes at SMITHFIELD MARKET, and the Oompany has decided to offer bo Farmers the full advantages of consigning through its London Offjoh, where their oonsignm-nts will be handled with judicious care, under the personal supevi.ion of the Company's Staff. The Company's Brands are In special favour throughout the United Kingdom, Especially is this bo with the Company s celebrated • ECLIPSE' Brand, and ib hos been deoided to give the Farmers the full advantages and benefit) of having their Meat graded under this well known and favourite Brand, when consigned through the Company. LOWEST GROSS CON SOLIDATED RATES. i ~ W~A IRAR AP A BUSINESS OPENINGS. BLACKSMITH'S and Wheelwright's business for sale ; a going concern, shop, 4 roomed house, and Jacie of orchard aud garden; tho whole, including stock in trade, and goodwill and freehold of property for £230; £100 cash only required. Bakery business, owner retiring, best connection in the Wairarapa, horses, carts, and a snug property ridiculously cheap $ about £150 oash would suffice a good trades man. 500 acres of good sheep country, rather hilly, but well watered, and will carry 24 to the acre, freehold for £3 per acre; 9 miles from Maßterton by good road, Bast paying hotel In Wellington province £BQG or £400 required, every assistance to good couple. Boardinghouse, 22 rooms, boarders average from 15 to 25; in centre of Masterton beautifully furnished, freehold £400, fur niture ab valuation; easy terms arranged if required. Country hotel, new, with 350 aores good oow country, \ mile from dairy factory, and {.dug railway station ; 47 cows, pigs, poultry, furniture, and goodwill j 10 years lease ; the price for everything as it stands £1,150 ', easy ingeing; a big money making ohanoe. G H GOODALL, j Auctioneer, &o, Masterton ! 0. PANNELL, TAILOR AND MERCER, 127 Manchester Street, Christchuroh, TTAB a Choice Assortment of Suitings suitable for the season. Chesterfields and CoverbCoatsa specialty. Samples sent to any Address. Gentlemen's Meroery ofjevery description, and the LATEST FASHIONS IN STOCK. bsuoke New Venus ,



WAITED T\o YOU KNOW Mellor's Zeaiandh. U Boot Store? Rather! That's the shop to buy real good boots for little i money ' __^ |)EW_RD- Found in Tancred Street, Ijki Mellor's Zealandia Boit Store, j Tho bast and cheapest shop for boots and shoes BENJAMIN Gum stops coughing, loosen, phlegm, allays that irritation. Suit* young or otdi Y¥7ANTED KNOVPN—Tit*, our Dress* VV making Department is in full swing. Orders for Eaa.er Holidays should be given at once —Mitohsll & D-DRNBK, /".AN'X stop coughing? Benjamin Gam \J cures recent or ohronio ooughe. I_»i made to cure, and does cure, OU~KN.OW IT! 1 know it 11 In faats everyoody knowa that Meilor Zealand ia Boot Store gives the best valu in Bouts aud Shoes in Ashburton. WANTED KNOWN-That a big "ihTe of Lace Curtains we have just landed, ex s.s. Paparoa, ia full of really nice goods at tempting prices. Full display in oar windows—MiTOHm_i_ & Ttrasim. i>ATTi Pan baking powder, toe great novelty, two patsy tins ler nothine From all Grocers B \jUAmm KWOWN-Thao Mnoaiu. ml B *'liaw» »w Sole Agents for the W.J.. Straight Form Corset, which is now in such great favour and demand. All bhe numerous styles and Shapes all on view la tbe Firm's Showroom WANTED KNOWNZ^ j Mm £J has made immense reductions in order to clear more quickly, and make room for his new Chaistmaa Stook of Boots and | Shoes, of best quality just arrived Repair ing done ao once, best) leather used ; the Hall —next Court House. Ashbnrton. . H ifajj PAI'TY Pan baking powde. waut» oa. trial without pre|udioe, two patty nam i totDothiBg BENJAMIN Gam, the wonderful Congh remedy, gives instant relief. Children | ako ib readily j pleasant to take. WANTED KNOWN-That our Lao. Goods and Embroideries are a really fine collection and being boughb direct from bhe makers the value is indisputable — Mitchell & (lurnkb. ' PATTY Pan baking powder contain, a pabby pan *t saoh end of tin. , I SAY~FRIEND : Where is the beat JL shop to buy a pair of boots ? Why, Melior'a Zealandia Boot Store ! 1 always get good value at Melior'a DO you want your home to look nice and fresh for Christmas ? Then send along any furniture whi.h needs recovering or renovating to H Bmsww, who makes look iike new. \\ THEY SAY that Mellor's Zealandia Boob Store is giving better value In Footwear than ever. Do you think ib is true . It's a fact sir! 1 just boughb this pair of shooters at Mellor's, and they only cost me 10s; if I went anywhere elae for them they would have cost me a lob more. Take my advice, the next pair of boots or j shoes yon want for yourself or family, go to Mellor's 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 boy my next from Meilor. By the way: You might give me Ms address ? Oh! Everybody knowa bhab Mellor's Zealandia Boot Sbore is In Tanored Street, Ashburton. —— : : 1 -JM-ftPIP ||JW . % ■f\ AXE SOXIOJffi-Xhatjtfel_oria'W- J. lahdfa Boat Store i."|iving better value than ever in Footwear PATT _: ran baking powder is the greau est novelty you over saw. Sold all grocers. .!."!--_!__■_. _~ .."_ ' ' _ ■■iiww—l ! BUSINESS NOTICES " | • : : — ■ : _____ PHOTOSKAPHY. ; HALMA'S STUDIOS, SAUNDERS' BUILDINGS, WE are doing TWELVE ENAMELLED CABINET PHOTOS and EN. LARGEMENT, size 12 x 10, mounted on v beautiful tinted plate sunk mount for !€»__. SEE SPECIMENS, as this is only for a Limited Time, COME EARLY. THOMAS YOUNG, BOOTMAKER, Tanoeed jSx_a_v f HAS Jusb Received » line of Ladles Best American Gloss Kid Legleb an Bubton Boots for the Winter, also Goloshes, Prices moderate. Bespoke work and Repairs promptly attended to, WANTED KNOWN-That I am prepared bo give Estimate, for all Plumbers' and Gasfibting Work, und oan guarantee complete satisfaction, Hob and Cold Water Servioes laid on. Well Sinking, Baths, Tanks, and Boiler Frames, Having had a long experience in Gun Repairs, those Sportsmen who require their Gun. repaired by an Expert should bring them to me early, as the season is close upon us, WILLIA&Fr. HYDE, Burnett Streeb, Next) Door to Club. Plumber, Locksmith, Gasfi.ter & Tinsmith. Lowest prices compatible with good workmanship 53 " ' •*"' ' ■'* 11 Sarsaparilla. ' ST. GEORGE JAMS, Potted «& IPre* e^vecl Meats ARE DELICIOUS, TRY THEM Procurable from all Grocers and Storekeeper* throughout tha Colony