The Ashburton Guardian.

YOL. 2.-No. 338 J

[published every evening.]

ASHBURTON, SATURDAY, MAY 7, 1881.



&sr Business Notices. CHERTSEY. A. R. MARKHAM (Next Montgomery’s, Chertsey), GENERAL STOREKEEPEI HAVING taken over the store o Messrs. Orr and Co., and increase< the stock, is prepared to supply first-clas articles inGrocery,Drapery, Ironmongery etc. S AGENT FOR THE ASHBURTON GUARDIAN. 42; 1 P. and D. Dnncan BEG to call the attention of Farmer! and others to their Single, Double „ and Three - furrow Ploughs, whicl 0 have taken the following prizes anc awards at this season's Shows and Exhibi *■ tions : At Timaru—First Prize for Single At Rangiora— „ ~ Single anc Double At Christchurch— ~ ~ Single, Double y and Three Furrow At Ashburton—First Prize for Single, Double-Furrow, Double e Furrow Sub-soiler, and I* Three-Furrow !> BEATING ALL COLONIAL AND IM “ PORTED PLOUGHS. I ALSO, FIRST AND SECOND AWARDS OF MERIT AT THE MELBOURNE EXHIBITION. • FIRST AWARD, ASHBURTON IN DUSTRIAL EXHIBITION. P. AND D. DUNCAN, ) 45fia Christchurch. fJIHE SECRET OF SUCCESS. ! HOW IS % IT THAT ORR AND CO. CAN ■ Sell Cheaper AND DO SELL CHEAPER THAN ANY OTHER HOUSE IN THE DISTRICT 1 1. —Because they import nearly all the Goods they sell from leading manufacturers in England. 2. —Because they buy chiefly for cash. 3. —Because they do such an immense trade they are enabled to buy in trade lots, and get extra discounts. 4—Because they are satisfied with smaller profits than others. ORR AND CO. Gained FIRST AWARD of Merit for all classes of Goods exhibited by them at the ASHBURTON Exhibition, In Articles, viz.: — Roslyn Flannel, at Is 3d to 2s fid Roslyn Blankets, at 20s to 57s fid Roslyn Rugs, at 30s and upwards 1 Roslyn Wools, at various prices 1 Roslyn Hosiery, at all prices Kaiapoi Blankets, at all prices, from 18s Kaiapoi Flannels, at Is 2d to 2s fid Kaiapoi Hose, at Is 3d to 2s fid Kaiapoi Wool, in shaded colors Kaiapoi Wheeling Yarn, reduced price Kaiapoi Tweeds, for Gent’s Suits, 200 pieces of Tweeds to choose from , Suits made to order on the shortest , possible notice, prices from £3 17s ’ fid upwards i We are showing £6OO worth of Kaiapoi p Goods, as exhibited at Exhibition, purchased by us, of the best pat terns and styles i We are now opening up our second shipments for the season in all classes of 1 WINTER GOODS, DRESS GOODS, BLACK AND COLORED VELVETEENS, BLACK AND , COLORED FRENCH MERINOS. Boots. - We are showing some beautiful im ported Goods in Ladies’ and Children's • Boots. Ladies’ Boots, from 6s 9d upwards r Girls’ Boots, at 4s upwards “ Gents’ Boots, colonial-made, at greai reductions ® Gent’s Elastic-side Boots, at 15s 6c upwards n ts r- Carpets. p. Brussels Carpets, Kidder Carpets, Tu pestry Carpets, Felt Carpets 8. tS at u. er ORR AND CO., IMPORTERS, EAST STREET. Ashburton, Aprtl, 1881.



Auctioneers, Commission Agents, &c. Alfred Harrison, A UCTIONEER, VALUER, COM JEL MISSION AGENT, &c. Lend Sales, Sales of Stock, Merchandise, Furniture and Effects. Pigs, Poultry, and General Produce. WEEKLY SALE eray SATURDAY, at 12 o’clock sharp, commencing in the • Yards with HORSES. ’ LAND SALES, IN THE ROOMS, AS REQUIRED. LOANS —I am open to receive applica tions on approved freehold security. Oats, purchased in any quantity, for cash. Advances made on Wheat shipped to H; England. Lowest possible charges. AGENT 'for THE TRANSATLANTIC "FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY. Every class of Risks taken at lowest rates. ! 28? a ALFRED HARRISON. f : pREDK. pAVITT, Ej»st Street (Close to the Railway Station) Ashburton, ' Land,and General Commission Agent. ! l ! OWers’takehfor—Sydney Drays, Newcastle ;nir,and Malvem Coal (by the truck load), -Build h . . rog l Materials of :aJI kinds, Fencing Wire, ~ ■ f Agricultural Implements, English and Ameri ' 3anj &c., &c. 607 a —————— ' :1 \ I 'Surveyor, Civil Engineers, &c. vC,e.fgoks AND SON, CENSED SURVEYORS AND LAND BROKERS Under the Lana Transfer Act, Government Contract Surveyors, Triangle, Wakanui Road, near Post-office , , r ASHBURTON. : " fi - 374 E. Dobson & Son, IV I L BN GINEE RS, ..I- I-AUTHORISED AND - J ..( jMYETDi s, South British Chambers, . Hereford Street, Christchurch. 674 Wool and Grain Exporters, &c. Jdsepii Clark, bain, her chant, Ashburton and Tinwald. Mr JosEPH Clark announces to Grain /Dealers and Farmers that he has OPENED a Branch Office in Burnett .ptreot, Ashburton, for the purpose of .carrying on the' Business of a Grain ' Merchant, Stock and General Commission Agent. Highest price given for Grain. Storage at lowest current rates. JOS EP H CLA RK, Ashburton, Adjoining Bollock’s Horse Bazaar. 263 a Sorenson and Co., Lzchsteld Street, Christchurch. S7i BAUST BROKERS & GENERAL MERCHANTS. FARMERS GRAIN disposed of in any Market to best advantage. 63a T FARM E R S D. B. McLaren, Grain Broker & Seed Merchant, Christchurch, ’‘ ■ Hae special facilities for the satisfactory disposal of Gram and Produce entrusted to him. Samples left with Mr S. Saunders, Ash burton,;will be immediately offered in the -best .'markets, and the highest value guaranteed. : 256 a ITTHEAT SHIPMENTS TO ENG VY LAND. NOTICE TO FARMERS. T. J. Maling & Co. Make LIBERAL CASH ADVANCES on WHEAT placed in their hands for : sale, in London, and guarantee Lowest Rates of Freight The successful result of their ship ments on behalf of clients last season is a sufficient guarantee that consignors’ in terests are well protected by their agents in London. ' ■ Prompt returns and minimum charges may berelied upon. 322 a T o FARM E R S We are BUYERS of WHEAT, OATS, BARLEY, and all kinds of Produce, or will mike LIBERAL ADVANCES against Grain for shipment to England or colonies. Oornbaga supplied. A. MOORE & CO, 129 a Christchurch. Grain Season, 1881. !"E are prepared to make LIBERAL f T ' CASH ADVANCES against ship hents placed in our hands. We have Brtkeri of the highest standing in Mark LoDe, "who will give every attention tc Srain conaigned through us, and obtair ffie' extbeme price for all shipment! Farmers may intrust to our care. W< mve •Mb’established Agencies in Liver sool, Glasgow, Hull, Dublin, and Antwerp indwe can ship to any of these market if so required. Our charges are regulate! it thelowest rates. ■i' p. CUNNINGHAM & CO., mu i Christchurch. CTIG, B TO FARMERS ThVWirsigDed ara descriptions of GRAIN delivered a air warehouses in Lyttelton, Timaru aimn and Ashburton, or at any othe ifiiray station. ' P. CUNNINGHAM & CO., KSk.— ..' ■ 1 ' Christchurch.



Business Notices. B oi sd 38 7‘ !3 '3 3, h d i d 6 }- J d S E T. E. Hodder and Company, REAPERS, CLOTHIERS, BOOT AND SHOE WAREHOUSEMEN, GROCERS, IRONMONGERS, SEWING MACHINE AGENTS, &c. AGENTS FOR NORWICH UNION FIRE INSURANCE SOCIETY. CO Og QC CO co The attention of the residents in Ashburton and surrounding country is politely directed to the following Goods for the Winter of 1881, just arrived by the s.s. Norfolk, and other late arrivals, for— DRESS DEPARTMENT—Winceys, Serges (an especial line in the fashionable shades), Homespuns, French Merinos, Brocades, Embossed Satin Cloths, Lustres, Twills, Silks, Velvets, Velveteens, Russell and Persian Cords, Costume Tweeds, and other materials. MILLINERY ROOM—Ladies’ elegantly trimmed Parisian and English Hats and Bonnets, Seal Caps, Fur, Velvet, and Seal Tam o’ Shanters, Tiger skins, Turbans, Langtrees, Countess, Plush Riding Hats, etc.; an assort ment of 150 newest styles to select from. English and French Flowers, velvet and plush Ornaments, all the latest shades in Plushes, Velvets, Silks, Satins, and Pompadours, Ostrich Feathers, Lappett, Britone, Maltese and Spanish Laces. UNDERCLOTHING—Baby-linen, Ladies’ Corsets, Mantles, Ulsters, Underskirts. T. R. H. & Co. have found it necessary to appropriate the shop adjoining their boot warehouse, in Wills street, for the above depart ment, in addition to their present show-room. MANCHESTER DEPARTMENT—CoIoniaI manufactured goods, as shown at Industrial Exhibition, Flannels, Blankets, Shirtings, Tweeds, Striped Rugs, from the Kaiapoi, Roslyn, and Mosgiel Mills ; Calicoes, Shirt ings, Carpets, Sheetings, Towels, Cretones, Prints, Counterpanes, etc., etc. New Winter Goods, Drapery, Clothing, Boots, &e . HOSIERY DEPARTMENT—ChiIdren’s and Women’s Hosiery, Dent’s and Josephine Gloves, Wool Squares, Hoods, Wraps, Shawls, Handkerchiefs, Ribbons, Collars, Yarns, etc. CLOTHING & MEN’S MERCERY DEPARTMENT—Boys’, Youths’, and Men’s colonial and imported Tweed and Doeskin Suits ; 150 pairs heavy colored Moles, Overcoats, Oilskin Suits, Broads, Ulster Cloths, etc. Immense stock of Men’s Shirts, Tweeds, Kaiapoi and Roslyn, also Scotch, Angolra, and Chatsworth Shirts, Cardigan Jackets, Reefers, etc.; Almao’s colonial made Tweed Hats, as awarded first prize at Exhibition. T. R. H. & Co. are appointed agents for the above Hats. Ties, Collars, Braces, etc. T. R. H. & Company intend keeping up their reputation in the Men’s Cloth ing Department, having a well-assorted stock, and selling at the lowest paying profit. BOOTS & SHOES—In colonial and imported Children’s, Women’s and Men’s, in Kid, Calf, Leather, etc., large accessions to their ordinary stock just to hand—the very best colonial article made. Agents for Singer’s Hand and Treadle Sewing Machines, as seen working at Industrial Exhibition, and gaining first award of merit for strength, variety of work capable of doing in a given time, easy management and adjustment, not to be surpassed, and known to be the favorite in the Southern Hemisphere. to cash customers—One Shilling in the Pound for prompt 3ash ; Sixpence if accounts paid monthly before 10th of each month. 466 k Aitken and Roberts, GENERAL IRONMONGERS, BURNISHING AND CASHEL STREET WEST, CHRISTCHURCH. FRESH SHIPMENTS EVERY MONTH—PRICES VERY REASONABLE. STOW LANDING— Electro-plated Ware I Useful Novelties, and > Suitable for Presents and family use Churns, Cheese Presses, Harvest Tools of all kinds, Machine Oils Weighing Machines, Binder Twine, Rope, Station Requisites, Paints, Oils Theodolites, Planimeters, Band Chains, Surveryors’ Cots and all requisites Dynamite, Powder, Shot, Cartridges, Guns, Rook Rifles, Gun Implements Lawn Mowers, Lawn Sprinklers, Pumps, Filters, Wire Netting, Baths English and American Ranges, Stoves, Bedsteads, Nursery Guards, Hall and Umbrella Stands Travelling Trunks, Bonnet Boxes, Toilet Sets, Stove Ornaments, and Well-assorted Shipments of Furnishing and Builders’ Ironmongery. AITKEN & ROBERTS, Cashes. Street West. 306 URNISHING! P. FURNISHIN G! PATER SON s NOW SHOWING, in his NEW and COMMODIOUS PREMISES, in CASHEL STREET, the FRESHEST, CHEAPEST, and BEST STOCK of EP T T IR IST I T TT -El IE IN CHRISTCHURCH. ABINET WORK AND UPHOLSTERING OF THE VERY FIRST QUALITY. MATTRESSES, &c., MADE TO ORDER ON THE PREMISES. DEFERRED PAYMENTS TAKEN. 462 a Special Notice to Farmers. rNCOTTRAGE LOCAL INDUSTRY BY BUYING LOCALLY-MADE ARTICLES, ?§ERFBY GIVING EMPLOYMENT TO THE CONSUMERS OF THE CROPS YOU GROW. TIE are now manufacturing Platforms and Elevators for all kinds of Reapers and YY Binders, and are prepared to give a guarantee that our make will stand more rear than the Imported Article. We are making some of Tanned Canvas, which reserves them from damage by rain or dew. We also repair them, and keep the Sticks. Tacks, and Leathers, in stock. , NEW ZEALAND MADE TWINE.—We also manufacture and keep in stock Manilla Hemp, and Flax Binding Twines, which we can sell cheaper than the im )orted ’ We have about two tons of Manilla and Hemp Twine in stock, which would ie sold cheap. Our stock of Flax Twine is unlimited. are invited to ■nil and take a sample reel or ball, to try it. , „ TARPAULINS. —We have a splendid stock of Rick Cloths and Tarpaulins of ill descriptions and qualities to choose from. Also Tents and Flys of all sizes and malities. As we keep a very large and well assorted stock of all our Goods, an order iy post or telegram received during the afternoon can be forwarded by the evening rain. B HALE and Co., Sail, Tent, Tarpaulin, Flag, Horsecloth, and Oilskin Clothing Manufacturers, and Rope and Twine Makers, Cashel street, Christchurch. Direct mporters of everything connected with the Trade, wholesale and retail. Encourage colonial work, and buy your boots of THE MAKER. Why Buy imported rubbish when you can get Boots always Fresh Made at Hyde’s Boot Factory, Triangle, High street, Christchurch. OUR OWN MAKE—Men’s Elastics, from 13s. 6d.; Men’s Light Watertights, from L3s. 6d.; Men’s Shoes, from 11s. 6d.; Women’s Kid Boots, 7s. 6d.; Women s Levant 10. (fancy stitched), Bs. 6d. —OUR OWN MAKE. And all other Boots at Low Prices. BUY FROM THE MAKER, AND KEEP THE MONEY IN THE COLONY



Business Notices. YOUR MONEY THESE HARD TIM jg AYE Two Shillings in the £ Saved rl 1 BY DEALING WITH TAYLOR AND PAPPS, GROCERS AND TEA DEALERS, LONDON TEA WAREHOUSE, TRIANGLE, HIGH STREET; BRANCH ESTABLISHMENT- C FT HIGH STREET (Two Doors from Tuam street), CHRIS Ighuklu. Good Family Tea, Is. 6d. per lb. Good Raw Sugar, 3£d. per lb. Table Rice, 71bs. for Is. 6d. New Jam, 6ltd. per tin. Twist Tobacco, ss. per lb. Sperm Candles, 9d. per lb. New Currants, 6d. per lb. 500 Articles on Price List equally cheap. Country Orders receive prompt attention. Not connected with T. Taylor. 500 Q u 0 T o A s TlO N s 500 Taylor’s Tea and Grocery Price List Show themselves lower, on comparison with those of other houses, by 2s. to 3s. in the pound. New Tea, Half Chests, of 40 lbs., Sugars, „ White Crystals, 'New Currants 17s. to 28s. the Box. £3tO;£S- to 4d. to Sd. 6d. per lb. T. TAYLOR, COLOMBO STREET (Near Tuam-st.), & HIGH STREET (Near St. Asaph-st.) [Not connected with Taylor and Papse.] WAREHOU SE, FURNITURE High and Lichfield Streets, Christchurch. W. S. KING AND CO., ' WHOLESALE AND RETAIL MANUFACTURERS AND IMPORTER.S OF ALL KINDS OF FURNITURE, CARPETS, &c., &c., &c. WHOLESALE WAREHOUSE—LICHFIELD STREET. 198 a John Sheen, BOOT IMPORTER, SYDNEY HOUSE, HIGH STREET, OPPOSITE TWENTYMAN AND COUSINS, CASHEL STREET, EGS to announce that he has OPENED UP a First-class Assortment of AND BEwo to announce tnat ne uas wm'"" —--- SUMMER GOODS, comprising Ladies’ Gents and Childrens Boots and oboes, sit Prices to suit the times, viz : Ladies’ Kid E.S., from Men’s Calf E.S. ... Men’s Calf Bats ... Men’s Kip Water tights Men’s Kip Bluchers Men’s Canvas Shoes Large Assortment of Slippers and Children’s Boots remarkably cheap. 738 Thomas Crompton, WHOLESALE MANUFACTURER OF GALVANISED IRON w SPOUTING, HPE CAP DOWN PIPING, COLONIAL OYENS KITCHEN RANGES, DGE CAP, UUWIN-L-LX- WASHING FURNACES, CLOSET PANS, LEAD WASHERS, &o. 1 A HAS the pleasure of informing his numerous Friends that having Re \ r* moved into his newly-erected and extensive Manufacturing Premises m Vox T/tjwHv Onnosite his old Workshops), which have been fitted up with rmagh Street various bran3hes of hia ie most modern app f t * £ llte any or der entrusted to him with despatch and “tot of material, an/the Lowest Price which it is possible for Power end Machinery to effect. ARMAGH STREET Near Manchester Street, Christchurch. J. Julius Parker, CANTERBURY LABOR EXCHANGE Registry Office for Male and Female Servants, COLOMBO STREET SOUTH, CHRISTCHURCH, Near Montgomery and Co.’s Store. (Established 1858.) >UWATE ENQUIRY OFFICE FOR DISCOVERY OF MISSING FRIENDS, NEXT OF KIN, HEIRS AT LAW, LEGATEES, Etc. N R - Best and Cheapest Office in Town for the Sale or Purchase of Freehold ropSl So“e.“d P Lend Let or Sold Certificate ot B.rthe, Death., and arriaees obtained and forwarded. Bents and Debts collected. ORDERS PER POST OR WIRE PROMPTLY ATTENDED TO. ASHING DAY REPO RM. IN FOUR IE FAMILY WASH HOURS ithout rubbing or boiline, saving five urs of copper firing every washing day, usina Harper Twelvetreo’s Patent ASHER, WRINGER & MANGLER. Three Machines in one. Price reduced nn L 9 10s to L 8 10s. Sold by J. HERN, Manchester and Tuam streets, ,K a Christchurch. Family boot & shoe depot, Next Orr and Co. (late Trickett), East street, Ashburton. Daniel Fitzpatrick, Proprietor, SCOTT BROS. (RAILWAY FOUNDRY), A RE the manufacturers of the following among other specialities ; Tie celebrated “ EXCELSIOR'’ WIND MILL. This Mill got the FIRST PRIZE at he November Metropolitan Show. It is Perfectly reliable and self-regulating. D. F. will pay the same attention in future to his Order Trade, as hitherto. All descriptions of BOOTS and SHOES made to order, at reasonable prices. A good fit guaranteed. A well selected Stock of Boois and Shoes of every kind always on hand. 586 a TRST PRIZE PATENT GRASS SEED STRIPPER. As onlv a limited quantity of these lachines, which took the FIRST PRIZE t the recent competition of the Agricul ural and Pastoral Association, can be applied, orders for next season must be iven early, or they cannot he executed. SAMINGTON COOKING RANGES. These Stoves have been shown for years competition with other makers, and ve always received first honors, having EVER BEEN BEATEN. We can nfidently recommend them as the best eves in New Zealand. CAMBRIDGE ROLLERS, pecimens of our Prices for this season Bft. by 24in.... ... £l7 0 0 Bft. by 26in.... , ... 18 10 0 9ft. by 24in 18 15 0 9ft. by 26in 20 16 Other prices equally low. 48d Edward George, Boot & shoe importer, & MANUFACTURER of French, Eng lish, and Scotch Boots and Shoes. Stores and Stations supplied on the most reason able terms. „ _ CASHEL HOUSE High street, Christchurch. 229 a MO ATE, AND CO.’S Pure Blended T eas Beautiful Teas Delicious Teas Faultless Teas Genuine Teas Magnificent Teas Agreeable Teas Wonderful Teas Nutritious Teas Splendid Teas Rare Teas Valuable Teas Incomparable Teas Original Teas Useful Teas Guaranteed Unadulterated PURE BLENDED TEAS. NELSON, MOATE, & CO., HIGH STREET (Next Ayers’ Baths), Christchurch. H. Agent, Ashburton— M. CARSON. 422 s



Havel N G N E OVELTIES IN ALL DEPART MENTS. RAND DISPLAY OF E W GOODS. YERETT BROS. AND CO. 204 a J. F. Stratz, HIGH STREET (TRIANGLE), Cristchurch. PRACTICAL in Foreign and English Watches. Makes all his expenses by his hand-work, therefore he can sell cheaper than any other house in Canter bury. [Established 1877.1 Rotheram’s Silver Hunting Levers, £6. £l5O REWARD, if not genuine. 20 per Cent. Cheaper than other House. B w o m E-i W & s 3 S Ph oq A 02 -<1 p 3 a o Ph O tr S : w 5? o M. F. Stratz, Watchmaker from L London a O 00 S <t> & Q q p. 2 ST Kl J. F. STRATZ, Direct Importer of Watches, Clocks, Jewellery, and Silver Plate from England, France, Germany, and America. English Silver Hunting Levers, capped, from £3 10s to £lO 10s. £ s. d. American Waltham Levers, with English cases, from ... 2 5 0 American Lever Clocks, in wood or nickel silver cases 0 9 Alarm Clocks (nickel silver), bell 012 6 236 DAS BILLIGSTE HAUS IN NEW ZEALAND. JpiOß FIRST - CLASS TAILORING GO TO tySS' L U B L 0 W T A 1 L O B He has the largest and best stock of TWEEDS, COATINGS, &c., in Ashburton to select from. He is constantly adding NEW GOODS to his already unrivalled stock. TWEEDS THOROUGHLY SHRUNK. For Neatness, Cheapness, and Durability, G.J.F.L.’s Clothing cannot be surpassed. His motto being— “ Small Profits and Quick Returns,” and his terms cash, gentle men favoring him with their patronage will get the best material at the lowest prices. L XT B L 0 W T A 1 L O B EAST STREET Just arrived, per Pleiades — A LARGE ASSORTMENT OF THE FINEST SUMMER TWEEDS, FANCY VESTINGS, AND COATINGS, Forwarded to G. J. F. Lublow’s special order. SUITS MADE PROM £8 - 15 - 0. GENUINE TREBLE-MILLED BLISS and ELASTIC TWEEDS in stock, specially woven for rough riding. Calfskin and Sealskin Vests made to any desired pattern. Please Note the Address, and give him a call before ordering your goods elsewhere — G. J. F. LUBLOW, PRACTICAL TAILOR, &c., Prospect Buildings, EAST STREET, Ashburton. 718 a Leeds house for boys’ tweed SUITS AT 4s. 6d. BEDS HOUSE FOR MEJSS’ PAGET COATS, BOUND EDGES, AT 15s. Gd. BEDS HOUSE FOR MEN’S TWEED TROUSERS AND VESTS, AT 12s. 6d. Leeds house for men’s heavy TWEED TROUSERS, AT 6s. 6d. BEDS HOUSE FOR MEN’S GER MAN TWEED TROUSERS, AT 10s. 6d. Leeds house for men’s tweed SUITS, AT 265. Leeds house for stylish hats. Leeds House, CASHEL STREET, W., (In early opposite the Press Office). CHRISTCHURCH.



J. S. QUINN, Watchmaker, East street, Ashburton, having received a large stock of English gold and silver Watches; will offer the same at the follow ing Reduced Prices, viz :—Rothetham’s gold hunting Levers . from £18; Rotherham’s silver Levers from £6 10s ; Ehrhardt’s silver English Lever from £5 10s ; gold Genevas (ladies’ watches) from £3 10s ; Waltham watches, in English cases, from £4; American watches from £2 5s ; two years’ guarantee given.' Also, a choice selection of Colonial-made Jewel lery, Brooches, Earrings, Dress Rings, &c., set with Australian rubies, at corre spondingly low prices. Particular attention paid to the repairing of every description of Watch, Clock, and Jewellery. Guaran teed for 12 months. Pebble and other Spectacles to suit all sights. 308 a S. Phillips, PRACTICAL WATCH MAKER & WORK ING JEWELLER, Begs to notify to his patrons that he has now secured New Premises, adjoining the White Hart Hotel, Christchurch, and has a Splendid Assortment of, CLOCKS, WATCHES and JEWELLERY on Sale. All kinds of Cleaning and Repairs well executed, and country orders promptly attended to. 511 a Public Companies. STANDARD FIRE AND MARINE INSURANCE COMPANY OP NEW ZEALAND. This Company is prepared to TAKE RISKS on ALL KINDS of PRO PERTY, including Grain Risks, &c., at current rates. A. R. MARKHAM & CO., Agents, 162 a Chertsey. THE NATIONAL MUTUAL LIFE ASSOCIATION OF AUSTRAL ASIA (LIMITED). Established 1869. Actuary and Secretary —J. M. Templeton, F.L A. The MOST LIBERAL and EQUIT ABLE OFFICE for Life Assurance in the Australasian Colonies. The best office for young men. Profits divided every three years. Offices in Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide, Wellington, and Hobart Town. The New Zealand Branch—A LOCAL INSTITUTION, investing all moneys in the colony. Resident Secretary Thomas Swain, Temple Chambers, Featherston street, Wellington. Agent for the County of Ashburton— S. SAUNDERS (of the firm of Saunders Bros.), Ashburton. Note the name—The National Mutual 445 a Sporting. COUNTY Steeplechases. FRIDAY, MAY 27 th. LIST OF OFFICERS— President—E. G. Wright, Esq., M.H.R. Yice-Peesident —W. C. Walker, Esq. Stewards —Messrs E. S. Coster, H. T. Smith, S. Saunders, J. Hawdon, F. J. Raine, Dr Ross, Messrs C. H. Dowding, O. Digby, L. B. Corsbie, D. M'Lean, R. Friedlander, Joseph Hunt, Lyt telton, F. 6. Passmore, and E. G. Crisp. Judge —Mr M. Stitt. Starter —Mr N. M‘Lean. Clerk oe Course —Mr E. Saunders. Clerk of Scales —Mr John Carter. Hon. Treasurer —Mr C. C. Books. Handicapper —Mr E. Griffiths. Secretary —Mr J. C. Bell. First race to start at 12.30 p.m. 1. Ashburton Handicap Steeplechase of 40 sovs, added to sweepstakes of 2 sovs each for acceptors ; over about 3 miles of fair hunting country. Nomi nations 2 sovs. 2. District Handicap of 25 sovs., added to a sweepstake of 2 sovs for acceptors; 2 miles ; nominations 1 sov.; for district horses only. 3. Tradesmen’s Plate of 30 sovs.; weight for age ; 2 miles ; entrance 1 sov. 4. Farmers’ Steeplechase of 20 sovs; about l£ miles ; weight for age; entrance 1 sov.; for district horses only. 5. Hack Steeplechase of 5 sovs; 1 mile ; catch weights; entrance 1 sov.; for district horses only. RULES AND REGULATIONS. 1. The New Zealand Grand National Rules strictly adhered to, except whore otherwise specified. 2. “ District horses” shall mean horses which have been commonly resident in and owned by a resident in the County pre vious to March 1, 1881, and up to the date of this meeting ; provided always that any district horse shall not be dis qualified from having run in his bona fide owner’s name in races outside the County during the above-mentioned time. 3. The decision of the Stewards on al* ■ disputed points shall be final. 1 4. No protest will be received unless 2 sovs be deposited, which shall be forfeited if the protest be considered frivolous. 5. Nominations for the handicaps to be sent to the Secretary, at Quill’s Hotel, [ not later than 9 p.m. on WEDNESDAY, May 18. Weights will be declared on the night of May 24, at Quill’s, and appear in the Christchurch papers on the 25th. Ac ceptances on night of general entry, May 25th, at 8 p.m. 6. All entries to state age, color, 'and name of horse, and colors of the rider. JOHN 0. BEIL, 604 a Seoratuy.