THE COLONIST. PUBLISHED DAILY.-MORNINGS. NELSON, FRIDAY, JUNE 28, 1901. FOLLOWING NEW ZEALAND.

Colonist, Volume XLIV, Issue 10138, 28 June 1901, Page 2

THE COLONIST. PUBLISHED DAILY.-MORNINGS. NELSON, FRIDAY, JUNE 28, 1901. FOLLOWING NEW ZEALAND.

On the motion of the member for Belfast West, Mr Hugh 0. Arnold forster, a Commission was set up by the last Parliament of the United Kingdom to report on the question of land settlement in South Africa, and the cable informs us that the report has now been issued, and that the opinion is stated therein that unless a strenuous effort is made to establish a thoroughly British population in (ihe conquered States, the sacrifices entailed by the war will be absolutely wasted. In order, evidently, that a thoroughly British population shall be established in the Transvaal andl Orange Colonies, the report advises •» the compulsory acquisition of private land for settlement, on the lines adopted in New Zealand," and also states that approved soldiers ought to be given farms of from 100 to 5000 acres, and assisted to stock them. Purely military settlements are considered undesirable, but the liberal employment of soldiers upon railways is urged, and also the founding of military horsebreeding establishments.

In commenting upon the report of the Commission, the \ Wellington ' Post ' says : "We have on various occasions urged that the problem of South African settlement by British colonists could best be solved by the adoption of the principles of the Land for Settlements, and the Advances to Settlers Act of this Colony. ,- . The Hon. John McKenzie is presently to be knighted, but we believe that, this finding of an Imperial Commission.; will bring him keener pleasure; than wduld any title or decoration, and , our hope i_ that he may survive not only to i

witness the policy he fortnulated here a conspicuous success in South Africa, but to know that it ia certain to become a burning question in every English-speaking country in the world. The report of the Commission makes it clear that the war will not only result in a radical reform of the unspeakable a.fcny system*, but B, cdmp.ete revolution in lancl settlement, so that in two important directions it will prove to be a blessing in disguisei",

We have no desire to deprive our Wellington contemporary of the credit of having shown the Imperial Commission how the settlement of the lands of South Africa can^best be secured. At the same time, the faot that a journal Which, in the past, was one '6f the strongest oppbnents of the Administration which, in face of tbe keenest opposition, succeeded in carrying through Parliament their important measures known as the Lands for Settlement Act and the Advances to Settlers Act, has now acknowledged that the Seddon Administration, by passing those Acts has prepared the way for a settlement of a difficult problem in South Africa, and has also led the way for 6very English speaking country to follow, is decidedly remakable. Our readers will remember that the policy of acquiring lands for close settlement was stigmatised as being a policy of confiscation, while in respect to advances to settlers it was said that it woold lead to corruption. It is gratifying, however, to find that the great policy measures of the Government are now approved by former opponents,' and the' lesson conveyed by this altered tone will not. be forgotten in a hurry.

Accident. — A correspondent writes from Waimea West: "An accident happened on Sunday evening last which might very easily have resulted in serious harm. As Mr William Ford was driving home from chapel his horse took fright at some timber on the side of the road, and backed the trap into a large ditch on the opposite side of the road. All the occupants were for the time pinned down, but luckily there was not a great quantity of water in the ditch, and prompt assistance was at hand, while the horse took things fairly quietly. The result was a few bruises and a drenching for the occupants and a very much damaged carriage. This is tbe third accident of the kind in that particular ditch, which goes to show that some protection is needed, and a post and rail fence would probably save further accidents."

An Alteration Required. — Sometime back a public agitation resulted in provision being made to house at Belgrove the carriages used for the early morning "down train. Yesterday morning v. member of our staff learned by unpleasant experience, that the old practice had been revived,, anc? on enquiry from a. country resident, was told that the shed was not removed to the new station. Yesterday morning the carriages were in a disgraceful state through standing out all night in the heavy frost, The platforms were covered with frost, and positively dangerous ; the windows were so encrusted that it was impossible to see through them, and in a certain compartment was to be seen the member for Motueka trying by means of lighted matches to thaw out a peep hole so that he might look around him. The cold in any case would have been quite sufficient for discomfort on such a morning, but to expect passengers to travel in such freezing Chambers is too much, and we hope that something will be done promptly, even if it is no more than covering the carriages at night with tarpaulins as a temporary expedient. A number of children come in daily to school and College, and such a condition of things as we have stated would certainly have a harmful effect on any but the most hardy of children, moreover the .danger to railway emyloyees in passiug through the train must, be largely increased by the slippery state of the platforms. We have no desire to cast blame on the present local management, which may be carrying on things as found, but an alteration is required, and if public support is required for any representatioryto head quarters, this should be forthcoming through the Chamber of Commerce.

Government Ri_"j_e _Club. — A meeting of members of tbe Government Rifle Club was held at the Drill Shed last evening, about thirty being present. Mr Watson, who presided, reported that he had received a telegram from the Defence Department stating that the question of supplying rifles has not yet been decided. A committee of members was appointed to draw^p rules, and as soon as definite information is received as io rifles another meeting will be held, when officers will be elected, rules adopted, and other business transacted.

The Tempebatube. — At three o'clock this morning the thermometer outside this office registered 30 degrees — two degrees below freezing point.

The Amateur Operatic and Dramatic Society. — A general meeting of the members of this Society was held in the Dresden Rooms last night, but an adjournment was agreed to.

The Corrick Family. — We learn that this talented family met with a very pronounced success in the Golden Bay district. They will appear at Wakefield to-night and at Motupiko to-morrow, and their entertainment is such as all may enjoy.

Correction. — In our report of the Chief Justice's remarks to the Grand Jury appearing in yesterday's issue the omission of the words now given in italic the sense of one paragraph, which should read as follows : — His Honor then gave instances to show that decision by jury was more limited in New Zealand than in England ; first in the case of compensation for land taken by Government or public bodies, in England the case would be heard before a Common Jury, in New Zealand it %cas heard by assessors, and claims under the Workers Compensation Act would be heard by special tribunal.

Baton Nugget for the King. — The nugget presented to the Duke of York last week by the Premier, on behalf of this Colony, for presentation to King Edward, is a magnificent lump of water-worn gold weighing net»ly 40ozs. It was found on the Baton river, Nelson, and is worth about £150.

" Evening with Author.."— ln the Provincial Hall, on Wednesday next, the Rev R. S. Gray will give another " Evening with Authors," and a specially interesting musical programme by several of the leading musicians of the town is being arranged by Mr H. B. Coney. The programme will be published in our Saturday's issue.

Hockey. - The following team will represent the Nelson Club in their match with the Federal Club to-morrow :^-Goalkeeper, Rowe ; full-backs, Gully, Milner ; halfbacks, Caffin, Clifford, Roberts ; forwards, James, Duncan, McCabe, De Fourettes, and Clayden ; emergencies, Whitwell, Giblin, Hounsell, Freeth.

' Football. — The following players will represent the Albion Club in the Senior Cup match with the College, to-morrow, at Trafalgar Park:— Messrs Johnson, Bird, McKinley, Roberts, Adamson, Nesbitt (2), Bush, Tibbie, Whiting, Chapman, Railim, Redwood, Haase, Young, McDonald, and ! Kinzett. Referee, Mr Levien. The junior teams will be composed as follows :—Nelson : Messrs Kitching, Solanders (2), Riley, Wright, Moorehouse, Stephens, Papps, Butler, Hawkesworth, Spencer, Palmer, Pratt, Livick, Cooke ; emergencies, Seymour andMcCabe. Albion; Messrs Slinn, Lawrence, E. Brown,. Bamett, J. Brown, A. Hogg, Whiting. Stewart, Hounsell, Edwards, Grant, Bayley, Liddle, Reade, and S. Fike. Referee, Mr Oldershaw. In the Third-class match, Rival v. College, Mr Batchelor will I referee.

The Illustrated Press.— We have received from Mr S. Starr, of Bridge street, news agent, copies of the special number of

" The Canterbury Times," in commemoration of the Royal visit, and of the "Weekly 1 Press " souvenir number of the Royal visit.; With the " Canterbury Times " is issued a supplement, on the cover of which are excellent portraits o£ tbe Duke and Duchess, and which contains a large number of illustrations, including portraits of the Duke as a child, a view of Sandringh£.m| .a scene at tbe marriage df the I.uke and Duchess, a picture showing their ohildren, and a number of views - incidental to their present tour, portraits of the staff, , etc., arid scenes in connection with their reception in Australia-, in Ad^klanct, at Rotorua, at Wellington, and at Christchurch. The reading matter is also full of interest. While the cover of the " Times " bears the Royal Arms; that of the " Weekly Press " is illustrated by a portrait of the Ducbess wearing a Maori mantle. The "Press" also contains a number of excellent illus.rations depicting the naval display i n Auckland, the, procession-, the arches &c, an excellent picture of the Royal party at Government House, Auckland, views of the fireworks display in the northern city, a number of pictures illustrating the proceedings at Rotorua, and one of a geyser playing. There are also a number of illustrations showing the reception in Wellington and the arches, &c, while there are also a number of pictures showing various scenes at the reception at Christchurch, as well as portraits. The reading matter is also full of interest-,

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