The Timaru Herald.PM SATURDAY, OCTOBER 23, 1886

Timaru Herald, Volume XLIII, Issue 3773, 23 October 1886, Page 2

The Timaru Herald.PM SATURDAY, OCTOBER 23, 1886

The Wellington correspondent of the] Ottttjo Daily Times says that tbe evening ] papers, " while commending Dr Mac- 1 Intyre for hrs moral courage and reso- 1 lution m initiating the prosecution in] the recent poisoning case, condemn the refusal of the police authorities to act m so serious a matter." Again, amongst the telegrams we published yesterday was tbe following : — " Probably Inspector Broham will be asked to give au explanation why he did not lay an information against Hall when the 1 particulars of the poisoning wero first •reported to him by Dr Macintyre." Thirdly, we learn from a private letter received from Christchurch that the medical men m that city appear to be very much exercised m their minds because a member of the profession laid the information. Their view of the case is that it was the clear duty of the police to have laid the information, and that Dr Macintyre should have > stood aloof altogether until called upon as a witness. Tlie letter fuither states that the medical men of Christchurch either havo made or intend to make a i representation to the Government on the subject. The writer of the lettir was not fully iuf ormed, for we understand that some days previously a complaint bad been sent to thc Government that the police had declined to lay thc information. Whether that complaint came from the medical men m Christchurch or from some other source is more than > we can say. It is of no consequence - who communicated witb thc Govern- ■ ment, but, as the matter has been commented on m the newspapers nnd it baß been assumed that the conduct of the police was deserving of censure, it is ' only fair to them that the facts should be laid before tbe public. That we shall do very briefly and plainly, and shall tben proceed to deal with the contention of the medical men, namely, that the police, and not Dr Macintyre should have laid the information, and tbat, Bpeaking generally, no medical man, situated as Dr Macintyre wa6 with [ regard to knowledge of the facts, should [ lay the information, but that he should be relieved of the responsibility by the police. Firstly, then, as to what actually | took place when the attention of the police was drawn to the case. Dr . Macintyre went to the inspector on thc evening of Sunday, August 15th, and stated that he had strong suspicions that Hall was poisoning his wife, and that certain analyses had, iv fact, shown that such was the case. He said he wanted Hall to be arrested at once. The inspector told r him that the proper course was for him to lay an information. Dr Macintyre 1 asked if the police could not do it, and the reply was that the proper course t waa for the doctor to lay it ns he was t in possession of all the facts. Without ' any delay whatever they went to the r courthouse where the information was ' drawn up by the clerk. Then with all speed they went to the mayor, the information waa at once sworn by Dr Macintyre, and a warrant was issued. Hall was arrested directly afterwards. It will thus be seen, firstly, tbat there was no unnecessary delay ; and secondly, that Inspector Broham did not " refuse to act m so serious a matter," though 1 he advised Dr Macintyre that he was the proper person lo lay the information. We have been shown a letter m which Dr Macintyre states m so many words that Inspector Broham did not refiiße to take action m the affair, and m which be further expresses his high appreciation of the conduct of the m I spector and his officers m the discbarge [ of their duties m connection with the case. It is fair to presume that, it Dr Macintyre had declined to lay the information, Inspector Broham, taking into consideration the extreme gravity of the charge and the necessity for prompt action, would have gone with the doctor before a magistrate, would have had the story repeated m his presence, and would then have taken the responsibility of laying the information. This brings us to the consideration of the contention of the medical men, namely, that no member of the medical profession, situated as Dr Macintyre was with regard to knowledge of the facts, should lay the .information, but that he should be relieved of the responsibility by the police. The question naturally suggests itself — Why should an exception be made m favour of medical men P For, undoubtedly, it is an exception which is claimed on their behalf. He who has a knowledge of the facts is clearly the proper person to lay the information, and that course is daily followed not merely m New Zealand, bufc all over thc British dominions. The information must be sworn to if the alleged offender is to be arrested. Common sense suggests tbat that oath should be taken by the real informant, and nofc by the police to whom he tells his story. Ifc is true that the police do lay numerous m- 1 formations for felonies, but thafc is, i generally speaking, after such invest!-' ' gation as enables the informant to I swear either as to certain facts or as to bis strong suspicion tbat tbey exist. The sworn statement is a guarantee of the bona Jldes of the informant, and a very substantial personal responsibility rests with him if tbe event proves tbat , he acted without reasonable caution and consideration. Let ns suppose for a moment that, on bearing Dr MacIntyre's statement, Inspector Brobam ' bad sworn tbe information, and tbat , subsequently it had turned out that the ' doctor had been entirely mistaken and that poison bad not been administered. In tbat case Hall would m all probability bave brought an action and ye- ' covered heavy damages against the I inspector. Would tbe Government bave paid them P Certainly not ; In- ' speelor Brobam would have been told ' tbat he had acted witb great rashness ; ■ tbat Dr Macintyre, tbe real informant, ' should havo laid tbe information, and

that, if that course had been adopted, the inspector wonld have been secure. In judging of this question m relation to the particular case under notice, one must not look at it m the light of after events, but as it stood at tbe moment i wben Dr Macintyre applied to Inspector Brobam. The latter had himself no knowledge whatever of the facts ; there was neither time nor opportunity for independent inquiry ; the social position of the alleged poisoner ivas excellent, and all bis surroundings, as far as tbey weve known, raised a presumption m hia favour. Why, therefore, 6liould Inspector Brobam have burdened himself (except as a last resource) with a heavy personal responsibility m presence of the very man who had just told the terrible story, and who. if justified m telling it at all, J could bave no substantial reason for not ' certifying to its truth by an oath. We do not know that Dr Macintyre has ever complained that be was advised to lay the information, though we can readily understand that thc duty must have beeu very painful to him. But surely the most dreadful part of the business as far as he was personally concerned — the duty from which a weaker and less worthy man might have found escape by allowing fanciful doubt of tho one grave fact to override his intelligence and hia conscience — that part had already been surmounted m laying the facts before tbe inspector. There remained the formal act of swearing tbe information, and we bave Bhown that tbe advice of the inspector with regard to it waß strictly m accordance with law, usage, and sound sense. We can imagine nothing more disheartening to nu officer who not only tries to do his duty well but who actually accomplishes that difficult feat, than finding his actions subjected to carping and illconsidered criticism by those wbo ought to be amongst the first to acknowledge his merits. That is the sort of treatment which Inspector Broham seems to have received from the Wellington evening papers, but we have no doubt he will survive their attacks. [Since this article was written we received Dr Maclntyre'a letter wbich appears m another column.] Mv Geo. Green has presented a handsome Ci:p to be flrod for by members of tho Timaru Garri3on Corps. Tlio competition will only be open to volunteers who have never won a prize of the valuo of two pounds or over. Mr GcorgcT. Wood, of this town, was yesterday, on the application of Mr H. H. Loughnan, solicitor, of Cliristchurch, admitted ns a barrister and solicitor at Christchurch, by Mr Justice Johnston. Wo understand that it is Mr Wood's intention to practice his profession m Timaru. The following is the result of tho poll taken on Thursday to elect ono member on the Temuka Road Board to fill the vacancy caused through the death of Mr John Paterson : — Temuka— Blissett 12, Smith 5, Leo 18 j Waitohi -Blissett 0, Smith 0, Lee 7 ; Orari— Blissett 17, Smith 0, Leo 0 ; Winchesicr— Blissett 9, Smith 27, Lee 4 ; Rangitata— Blissett 5, Smith 7, Lee 2. Totals— Blissett 43, Smith 39, Lee 31. A lecture, tho subject of which Bhould provo of special interest to farmers and others m anyway connected with agricultural pursuits, will bo delivered m the Assombly Rooms next Wednesday evening, under the auspices of the South Canterbury Farmers' Club by Mr A. W. Ivey, Principal of tho Agricultural College, Lincoln, the subject being " Tho Turnip, its cultivation and value." The lecture should bo very largely attended. Among the attractions during tho coming " Sbow week " is tho Primitive Methodist Bazaar to bo hold m tho Odd Fellows' Hall, Barnard street. Tho efforts of the ladies of the congregation have resulted m a largo and valuablo assortment of useful and ornamental goods being collected, which it is their intention to offer at such prices as must ensure a ready and rapid sale. Tliis, with othor attractions Buch as excellent music, amusements of various kinds, and a profusely-provided luncheon room and refreshment stall, will doubtless secure a large attendance each day. Wo aro glad to learn that tho minstrel entertainments which are to be given on the evenings of Tuesday, Wednesday, aud Thursday of next week by the members and friendi of tho Timaru Garrison Band, promise to be as highly successful as tho one given somo months ago. The tickets for thc first night aro selling well, and a number of circle scats havo already been reserved. As there is to be a complete chango of programme each evening, the entertainments should prove very enjoyable. Wo may add that tho entertainments arc under the personal supervision and direction of Mr Sidney Wolf, the accomplished master of the Band. Attontion is again directed to the " Lights o' London" advertisement, which appears m another column this morning. The company's stay, we learn, will be positively limited to one night, owing to tho Christ- • church season opening so soon. The box plan will be open ot Mr Zander's to-day. A privato telegram from Dunediu last eveuing says : — The MacMahon-Leitch Company rovived tho " Silver King " at the Princess Theatre to-night, and despite a very wet night, drew one of the largost audiences that has been seen m the theatre for a loDg time. The play wos a complete success, ond evoked considerable enthusiasm from the large audience. The company has lost nono of its old-timo popularity, which is enhanced by the augmentation of its numbers. On Thursdoy evening last, lho members of tho Geraldine Brass Band gave an entertainment m tho Oddfellows' Hall m that township m aid of tho fund for purchasing new instruments. During tho earlier part of tho evening tbe band paraded the town, playing soveral lively tunes. The Hall was orowded m overy part. Lieutenant Ward, tho officor commanding the Geraldine Volunteer Rifles, presided, ond briefly animadverted to theobject for whioh the entertainment was being given. The proceedings commenced with an overture by the band, followed by eeveral songs ably rendored by Mrs Portoous, tho Misses Andrews, Miller, and Beckley, and Messrs Wilkinson, Penney, Logan, and T. Sherratt. After an interval tho farce "Phelim O'Toole's Courtship " was placed on tho boards. Mr G. Kruse sustained tho character of Phelim O'Toolo j Mr H. B. Pratt, as Larry j Mr H. CliiverEon, as Biddy O'Toolo j Mr W. Floming, as Father O'Hara ; Mr W. Sherratt, as Biddy Doran ; and Mr W. Stonohouse, junr. as Peggy Donovan. Everything passed off without a hitch, and the large and appreciative audience was dismissed iv the utmost good humour. Tho bandmaster, Mr T. Sherratt, prior to the closing of the entertainment thanked thorn for their attendance, and also those who had so kindly assisted to render it t, success.

We have to thank the telegraph operator for the admirable mannor m which ths verbatim report of the evidence and othor pro ceedings m the Hall-Houston caio was trans mitted to us from Christchurch. The wor! was very heavy for eight nights consooutivclj but the department proved itself fully cquo to the demands made on its staff. On Thursday last at the Resident Mngi; trote's Court, Waimate, beforo Messrs Muu Chester and Slee, J.P.s, David Cain pleade guilty lo haTiDg been drunk on tho 201 instont whilo m chaTgo of a horso. Ho ha been convicted of o. similar offence on tho 18t instant. A flue of 20s was inflicted, nnd th offender was cautioned not to do it again lc* a worse thing might befall him. The lad, Henry Edward Currie, was brougl; up on remand from Wednesday last, at th Resident Magistrate's Court, Geraldino, befoi H. W. Moore and R. K. Pearpoint, Eaqrs J.P.s, charged with the larceny of an India war medal, tlio property of Mr G. Fo: The accused's father had promised to loc after the lad. It was decided to bring tl caso under tbe provisions of the First Offei dors' Act, the accused to report himself to tl probation officer at Timaru. At tho Resident Mogißtrnte's Court, Wa mate, yeste. day, before tho Resident Magi trate, there was only ono civil case forlioarin, viz , White v. Beazley, a claim fer £7 5s 6i Defendant acknowledged tho debt, and judj ment was given for amount with costs. ( Fraser applied to the court for an order 1 send his two children, oged 5 and 6 yea respectively, to the Industrial School. Tl applicant said he was a widower, and imab to look aftor tho children. His Worshi refused tbe order, and said that tho childrc would co»t tho applicant as much m the Ii duatrial School as they would if boarded i the neighbourhood where Iheir father live and worked. Wo are sure our readers will bo please to learn that the G.V.B. Dramatic Ck intend to perform next Wednesday ar Thursday evenings — tho Bhow and rai nights. Tho club has been practising and rs hearing moit assiduously far sometime pas and their performances givo promise of bein as successful as any yet given by tho clv On tho opening night they play tho corned " O'Callaghau on his last legs," and " Thi Boy Pete," and on tho socond night "Tl Irieh Emigrant" and the farco " The Hop < Fashion." All who pay the Catholic Boy schoolroom a visit on tho nights mentione will without doubt pass moit enjoyab evonings. An entertainment was given m lhe Odi fellows' Hall, Temuka, on Thursday evenin, m aid of the funds of the Banner of Fait Society. There was a capital attendance, tl ball being quito full. The programme, whie consisted mainly of songs, choruses, an recitations by the children, was well Carrie out, the young performers displaying amp proof of the very careful training they ha received for the purpose. The feature of tl performance was the lost item, a choru " Ten Little Niggers," given by ten smn boys, with blackened faces ond negi costumes de regie. They sang the funn verses with great gusto and much approprial gesture and action. Tho wholo cntertaintner reflected great credit ou the promoters, wl: must have taken an infinity of time an troublo to have brought their labours to sue a successful issue. Our Volunteers, or at any rate some i them, had rather a busy timo on Thursda; Judging distanco practice was carried out i 6 a.m. and 2.30 p.m. Some seventy me were put through at the two practices. Government parade was held at 7.30 p.tr when 208 of all ranks wero presont besidi Lieut.-Colonel Bailey, Major Newall an Sergt.-Mojor Jnes. After inspection tl mon wero marched out and put through son battalion drill m Ihe stroets. On returnii to the drill-shed, Colonel Bailey addressed tl volunteers. He expressed his gratification attl large muster, and said thero was evory reasc for officers aud men to pull together, at work themselves up m their duties as th< would probably be inspected by Colonel Sir ( Whitmore before the end of the year. Tl Easter encampment for 1887 would probab be held at or near Timaru, and this shou be an additional incentive to increased dii gence on tho part of all ranks. He intende to hold a field day shortly, and hoped to si a full muster on that occasion. Wo undo: •tand that the field day will probably be hei on the 9th prox., but definite orders may I looked for shortly. A concert m aid of the school funds wi held io tbe schoolhouse, Kakahu, on Frida evening last, the 15th inst. Tho attendanc was very good, and the whole entertainmer passed off very successfully. The Rev. G Barclay acted as chairman, and iv an apprc priate and very humorous speech introduce the business of the evening. Miss Jefcoat officiated as accompanist, and performed he duties to every one's thorough satisfaction, an contributed m no small degree to the euccei of the concert. In addition she played tl overtures to the firet and second parts of th programme, and displayed considerable powi of execution and feeling. Miss Dunlop san " 'The Bridgo," and " Silver Rhine," m a ver acceptable manner. Miss Millar was hear to advantage m her rendering of " Half-ma: High," and " The Miller and the Maid Miss Jefcoate, though uuder the disadvantag of having to play her own accompaniment received a well-merited round of applauso fc "Eileen Alannah." In the second part sh sang " Gathering up tho Shells." "Yo Sha Walk m Silk Attire," was sung by Miss I Meredith with considerable sweetness. M Binning sang " Tho Ship's Fiddler," an "The Englishman." In both songs li succeeded m gaining great applauso. M Mr Penny sang " True Blue" and " Here's t the Year that's Awa," but laboured unde the disadvantage of having no accompan ment. Mr Glanvillo succeeded m pleasin by his rendering of " No Letter from Home. Mr A. Meredith's song was receivod wit loud cries for an encore. The oomic elomer was supplied by Messrs Johnson and Skinnei but the taste of one at least of the forme gentleman* selections may well be questionee The duets were all received with great favou and pleasantly relieved tho monotony of long programme. Tho special feature of th entertainment was the performance of th school children m recitation and singing. A regards tho former too much praise cannot t bestowed on Miss Meredith, the head teache: for the great care she hod taken with th various pieces. Her task was rendered a the more difficult by tbe fact that somo c the children wero extremely small. The re suit of the concert has been very satisfactor to all concerned, and a handsomo addition t tho prize fund may be expected. At the coi elusion of the programme a largo number c the young people stayed to further enjo themselves by dancing, aud the party did nc break up until tho rays of the morning bu Jit up the crests of the surrounding hills.

s Thesßov. Mr- Crewes will preach mth c Congregational Church, North street, the i- next two Sundays. The popularity of this i- gentleman as a preacher and lecturer needs k no comment, and the deacoßs expect to see 7 , the church filled on both these occasions. il At Waimate, on Thursday last, a horso belonging to Mr Sherwin was taken out for s- exercise by a young man named David Ray, l- m tho employment of Mr Sherwin. After sd some time the borse returned without Ray. b As it was supposed that an accident had oc-, .d curred, search was at once made by Constable ,U Graham and others. Roy was found by Mr ie G. Freeman, junior, lyvug ov\ tho roadside st near tho hospital ia an unconscious state, liaving evidently been thrown by the horee it nnd stunned by the fall. He was removed to ie the hospital and attended by Dr Stacpoole. re Although Ray is badly injured, danger to life i., 13 not apprehended. m A meeting of tho Friendly Societies' x. Hospital Sunday Committee was held on ik Thursday evening, when it was definitely arie ranged to hold the parade to-morrow (Sunn- day) week, tho Slst inst. Tho A.O. Ie Forosters, and the 1.0. Oddfellows, and it is also hoped the U.A.O. Druids, will meet at ] • their respective bolls, from whenco they will I _ walk m procession through the town to the Congregational Church, which has been yy kindly placed at tho disposal of tho committee. It is with pleasure we learn that tbe j Rev. J. Crewes, of Christchurch, will officiate, a most probably delivering a lecture. The collection to be taken up m the church will bo m aid of tho convalescent fund, which fact no . . must commend itself to all well-wishers of tho hospital. This fund is to enable Mr and Mrs Jowsey to furnish m a suitable manner special quarters for those patients who are convalescent, and who no doubt will fully apa , preciate the accommodation to be provided for them. It is to be eineerely hoped that the _ , members of societies mentioned will muster m ', full forco, and that tho demonstration, whioh , we trust may be au annual one, will be a id ' great success. Joseph J. Popplewell, an elderly mon, created somo little excitement m Temuka ' early yesterday morning. On the previous night ho retired lo bed with his wife, but about half-paat ono he declared his intention y of standing it no longer, and bade good-bye to his wife ond family, announcing that he was resolved to put an end to his troubles and , himself summarily and simultaneously. Ho * then left tho house, lightly clad man abbreviated shirt, and proceeded ostensibly to the brewery creek to seek oblivion m ite somewhat muddy stream. Mrs Popplewell alarmed d- the neighbours, and one of them rushed off £• for the police. Constable Morton at once kh seized the drag and went down to tho creek, c which he began to whip industriously for the :h « slovenly, unhandsome corse." After some ] d little time, during which he brought to the 'd surface nothing more important than an ocle oasional battered billy or defunct dog, the 'd custodian despatched his assistant for a laTger „c piece of ropo, he himself continuing to fish u > with equal want of success. On the way '11 back, however, the man who was bringing the ra rope met the supposed suicide calmly taking >y the early morning air m the middle of the te road. He at onco seized him and despite tho lfc lively vitality of tho corpse, succeeded m 10 holding bim uutil his yells brought Morton to 1( * tho spot. Then they conveyed him to the ; h station and locked him up till ten o'clock. Ho was then brought before Messrs W. Rolleston of ond K. F. Gray, Justices, and charged with y. attempting to commit suicide. As nothing at of an attempt could bo proved againßt him sn further than that he was taking a stroll m a A somewhat unusual costume and at a somewhat i., unusual hour, he was discharged with a es sovero reprimand. id On Tuesday last tho membere of the lio Waimate Wesleyan choir, assisted by memoe bers of the Knox Church and St. Augustine's ng Church choirs, gavo an excellent musical porlie formance m the Temperance Hall. Although bo not a full house, there was a large number of sn tho publio present. The Rev. J. H. Gray id presided, and m opening the proceedings, ey eaid the entertainment was got up by the 5. choir m aid of the fund laid by for building lie the new church. The performance consisted lj- of tho rendering of tbe cantata "Esther." l,j Mr Opio acted as conductor. The principal [j. characters of tho cantata wero well reprej^ eented by Mr Neilson as Ahasuerus ; Esther, cc Miss Mayfield ; Haman, Mr Gray, junr. ; r _ L^resh, Miss C. Groy ; and Mr Opio as [j Mordecai. The solo and choir Binging was l very good, and highly appreciated by an attentive andienco, tbo singing by Miss Mayfield, Mr Neilson, Mr Gray, and Miss C, Gray boing specially deserving of notioe ; whilst the organ accompaniment by Miss . Gray was acknowledged by all to bo given , with excellent skill and taste. Mr Gray gave tho readings which occur m the piece. The j chairman, on behalf of the Wesleyan Church, thanked tbo members of the other church choirs, Mr E. Saunders, Mr and Miss Evans 3r ' , and Mr George Watts, of St. Augustines, and Mr Neilson and Mr Alexander Philip, of Knox Church. He also said tho choir would be asked to repeat tbo performance of tliis* cantata at an early date, which will be duly | announced. I Yesterday's Olago Daily Times says t — i " Tho notorious Henry Percy Fishor, who t was sentenced at the last criminal sessions to i, three years' imprisonment on two charges of „ larceny, yestordoy succeeded m making his ( escape from the hard labour gang at tho North Heads. The gang m which Fisher was working was undor chargo of Warder Carlo. ii Tho escape took place about 4 o'clock m the 7, afternoon, and as soon as tbo other prisoners were made safe, search was made for Fishor. •, He was traced and seen about two miles ou the other side of Pulling Point, making tor wards Port Chalmers. As Fisher had by this time changed his clothing, there is a Btrong suspicion that he may have had one or move ._ accomplices ; but frora his well-known dexterity m appropriating anything that he takes „ a fancy to, thia may not prove to be the case. ', When soen, Fisher was dressed m light- . coloured trousers and a blue guernsey with red stripe, and was carrying a pair of paddlcß ' m his hand. Of course tho police were on the er , alert, and late last night Constable Crooves (stationed at Waitati), succeeded m capturing ' the runaway. Fisher had scoured a new axe, which he stated he purchased, and ho was carrying this weapon when he was arrested. The esoape was a remarkably clever ono, but the arrest was equally so." It will be seen hy a telegram m this morning's issue that Fisher ' has again effected his escape by jumping from tho train. The Lancet states " that hard-working " minds and fatigued bodies aro tho better of 8- some gentle stimulant that forces into -j activity the nerves, and which ministers lo l animal lifo and comfort. The peculiar effects of tea and coffee (when pure) aro of a x " refreshing character, and are due to tho jf alkaloid." The increased sale of our Blended ,y Teas is the best proof that the public . appreciates our effort to place before them a pure, wholesome Tea, sold at 2s, 2s 6d and 3a m por lb, and m tin 3of 3lb, 61b and 121 b each. J. Anderson and Co, [AdvtJ

An American paper says : — A new and ingenious swindlo has been detected, as follows : — A cheque, say for lOdols, is obtained from a depositor at a bank and a blank cheque exactly like tho filled m cheque is secured. The two cheques are laid one upon the other, bo that the edges aro exactly even. Both cheques are then torn irregularly acroßi and m such a way that the signature on tho filled cheque appears ou ono piece and tho amount and the name of tho payee on the otlier. Tho cheques having been held together while being torn, of course one piece iof tho blank cheque will exactly fit the otbor 1 piece of the filled cheque. The swindler then. i fills m ono piece of tho blank cheque with tho name of tbe payee and tho amount to suit | himself, say 5000dol&, takea it with thß pieco of genuine cheque containing the signature of tho bank, and explains tbat tho cheque was accidentally torn. Die teller can put t v o pieces together, and os they fit exactly the chances are that he will think that the pieces aro parts of tho same cheque and become a victim of the swindle. The trick, of course, suggests its own remedy. The teller should refuse to pay any cheek Ibat is mutilated. Scott's Emulsion of Pure Codl Lirer Oil witb Hopophosphites, is a combination Df two most valuable remedies, m o palatable tnd easily digested form, having great healing and strengthening properties, most valuable m Consumption and wasting diseases. Read the following : — " I have found ' Scott's Emulsion ' of great benefit m the treatment of phthisical and scrofulous diseases. It is extremely palatable, ond does not upset the stomach — thus removing the greot difficulty experienced m the administration of the plain oil.— D. P. Kcnna, L.R.C.S., Surgeon, St. Vincent's Hospital, Dublin." Any chemist con supply it. (8) Poverty and Suffering. — "I was dragged down with debt, poverty, and suffering for years, caused by a sick family and large bills for doctoring, which did them no good. I was completely discouraged, until one year ago, by the advico of my pastor, I procured ' Hop Bitters and commenced their uee, and m one month we were all well, and none ot us have seen a sick day since, and I want to say to all poor men, you can keep your families well a year with American Co.'s Hop Bitters for less than ono doctor's visit will cost. I know it." — A Woeking Man. Road How to Get Sick — Expose yourself day and night, sit too much without exercise, work too hard without rest, doctor all the time, take all the vile nostrums and imitations advertised, and thon you will want tp know how to get well, which is answered m three words — Tako American Co's Hop Bitters ! Read [Adyt,] SYNOPSIS OF NEW ADVEBTISEMENTS. Moss Jonaa — Will hold his annual sale of exhibited and other stock on Thnrsday ; holds special salo of storo cattlo on Friday ; also valuable freehold property on the 30th. R. Turnbull and Son — Will sell produoe and sundries to-day ; also gold and silver jovallery, etc. W. Collins and Co. — Hold regular weekly auction of produce, etc., to-day. E. R. Guinesa— Sells store cattle on 29th j has shoop for salo privately. W. S. Maslin — Will sell a ohoioe freohold farm on 2nd prox. Little Dusipan — Have just lauded their first parcel of stationery, fanoy goods, eto. Timaru Poisoning Case — A now pamphlet will bo issued on Tuesday morning ; Mr T. F. Farley is receiving orders. Tho Canterbury Times — Contains a full continuation report of the Timaru poisoning oase, S.C. Farmers' Club— Lecture by Mr A. W. Ivey on Wednosday evening. Congregational^ Church — Rev Mr Crewes will condnot services noxt two Sundays. Mrs Williams— ls prepared for engagements as monthly nurse, etc. Primitive Methodist Churoh — Hold grand bazaar m Oddfellows' HaU on show and race nights. Old Bank Hotel— Bill of fare for to-day. G.V.B. Dramatio Clvb — Will perform next Wednesday and Thursday. J. Ballantyno and Co. — Are opening np new goods for the holiday season. John Jackson — Has all kinds of timbor, etc., for salo choap. Drummond & Glasson — Aro unpacking now dross goods, etc. G. Small, |stationor — Would call attention to his cheap clearing salo now on. Timaru Domain Board — Invites tenders for the construction of gates, etc., for tho Park. Mra Rowe — Has just received a large assortment of fancy needlework, eto. Georgo Pearson — Is as nsual selling his oonfeotionery, fruit, etc., cheaper than any other house m town. The N.Z. Loan and Mercantile Agenoy Comgany—lnvite tenders for wool carting. Tomuka Road Board — Election notico. Waimato County Council — luvite tenders for offico of poundkeeper at St. Androwß. Theatre Royal — "Lights o' London/ ',' next Friday. J. G. Cowan — Important notice re his twoeds, suits. In Bankruptcy — Re William Porry.