The Ashburton Guardian.

YOU. 2-No. 335.]

[published every evening.]

ASHBURTON, WEDNESDAY, MAY 4, 1881.

[PRICE—ONE PENNY.



Consultations. J L. FLEMING’S ’NOVELTY CONSULTATION, No. 2, ON THE NEW ZEALAND GRAND NATIONAL , STEEPLECHASES, To be held at Thnaru on Tuesday, May 24, 1881, Including the New Zealand Grand t National Handicap, Hunt Club Cup, and Maiden Plate. 3,000 Subscribers at ... 10s Each. Each Ticket has a chance of winning 5 THREE PRIZES. N.Z.G.N.H. I■ every subscriber will have a chance of Winning Three Prizes for Each Ticket. The drawing will be held under the supervision of a Committee of Subscribers, ! and results advertised in daily papers. Intending subscribers are requested to ’ make early application. If cheques are ’ sent, exchange must be added, and stamps Enclosed for reply and result, i "s J. L. FLEMING, ,<* k ; -if' ' Auctioneer, &c., „ -631 a High street, Triangle, Christchurch. Hotels. CENTRAL HOTEL, CORNER OF WAKANUI ROAD & WILLS STREET ASHBURTON. SAMUEL BROWN ... PROPRIETOR FEEST-CLASS ACCOMMOEATION. Liquors of Best Quality kept in Stock. Good and Comfortable Stabling. 498 a New Restaurant, MORTON’S HOTEL. High street, Christchurch. G EORGE W. COLLIN SON (From Carle’s) Proprietor. Luncheon from Twelve o’clock. 264 a Boarding Houses, &c. The A 1 Restaurant. PHILLIP HARPER wishes to in timate to bis old Patrons, and the Public generally, that he has taken those Commodious Premises in Tancreu street known as the A 1 Restaurant, where SUPERIOR ACCOMMODATION can be obtained by all who favor him with a visit. Board and Lodging, £1 per week. Board only, 13s per weok. Single Beds and Meals, Is each. Meals at all hours. JSS- Don’t forget the Address— PHILLIP HARPER A 1 RESTAURANT, Tancrbd street, Ashburton. 886 PANAMA HOUSE (late anstee’s), Tancbed street, Ashburton. The undersigned begs to inform the pubic that he has REMOVED from the Prince Albert Dining-rooms to the more commodious Boarding-house lately in the occupation of Mr Anstee, where he hopes to merit the same patronage bestowed upon him as heretofore. Good Bath room. S. LUCAS, 210 a Proprietor. PRINCE ALBERT BOARDING HOUSE. Conducted by Mrs C. Truckle. In consequence of insufficient accom modation at the Echo Dining Rooms, the proprietor has taken the PRINCE ALBERT BOARDING HOUSE, where a good table will always be kept. Meals Is each. Good Accommodation for Boarders and Travellers, at 16s, 18s, and £1 per week, to meet the times. Private Rooms for families. Remember the ad dress—Mrs Truckle, Prince Albert Boarding House, next to Cookson’s Stables, and close to the Railway Station. 209 a Business Notices. CHERTSEY. A. R. MARKHAM (Next Montgomery’s, Chertsey), GENERAL STOREKEEPER HAVING taken over the store of Messrs. Orr and Co., and increased the stock, is prepared to supply first-class articles inGrocery,Drapery, Ironmongery, etc. AGENT FOR THE ASHBURTON GUARDIAN. 423 P. and D. Duncan ' T) EG to call the attention of Farmers ’ j) and others to their Single, Double, ' and Three - furrow Ploughs, which have taken the following prizes and j awards at this season’s Shows and Exhibi _ tions:— B At Timaru —First Prize for Single At Rangiora— „ ~ Single and Double ’ At Christchurch— ~ „ Single, Double ? and Three a Furrow At Ashburton—First Prize for Single, Double-Furrow, Double- Furrow Sub-soiler, and 1 Three-Furrow BEATING ALL COLONIAL AND IM „ PORTED PLOUGHS. 8 ALSO, FIRST AND SECOND AWARDS d OF MERIT AT THE MELBOURNE 1. EXHIBITION. >r FIRST AWARD, ASHBURTON IN DUSTRIAL EXHIBITION. P. AND D. DUNCAN, ' „ 456 a , , Christchurch.



Auctioneers, Commission Agents, &c. Alfred Harrison, Auctioneer, valuer, com ; MISSION AGENT, &o. Land Sales, Sales of Stock, Merchandise, Furniture end Effects, Pigs, Poultry, end General Produce. WEEKLY SALE every SATURDAY, at lit 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.purchMed in any quantity, for cash. Advances made on Wheat shipped to England, Lowest possible charges. AGENT fFok THE TRANSATLANTIC FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY. Every claim of Risks taken at lowest rates. 285 a ALFRED HARRISON. RE D K AVITT E/st Street' {Close to the Railway Station) Ashburton, !.Lapd and General Commission Agent. Orders taken for—Sydney Drays, Newcastle anil Malvem .Opal (by the truck load), Build ing Materials of all kinds. Fencing, Wire, Agricultural Implements, English an«T Ameri can, &c., Ac. 607 a Surveyor, Civil Engiiiders, &c. G E. FOOKS AND SON. I CENSED SURVEYORS A ND LAND BROKERS .Under the Loud Transfer Act, Government Contract Surveyors, Triangle, Wakanui Road, near Post-office ASHBURTON. 374 E. Dobson & Son, CIVIL ENGINEERS, AUTBOBISED AMD LICENSED SURVEYORS, i South British Chambers, Hkbeeori) Street, Christchurch. 674 Wool and Grain Exporters, &c. Joseph Clark, GRAIN MERCHANT, (Ashburton and Tinwaid. Mr Joseph Clark announces to Grain Dealers and Farmers that he has OPENED a. Branch Office in Burnett street* Ashburton, for the purpose of carrying on , the Business of a Grain Merchant, Stock and General Commission pjrice given for Grain, at lowest cuirent rates. JO sEP H CLARK, Ashburton, Adjoining Bullock’s Horse Bazaar. 263 a Sorenson and Go., Lichfield Street, Christchurch. BAIN BROKERS & GENERAL MERCHANTS. FARMERS GRAIN disposed of in any Market to best advantage. 63a |jj 0 F A B M E B S D. B. McLaren, Spain Broker & Seed Merchant, Christchurch, Has special facilities for the satisfactory disposal of Grain and Produce entrusted to him. I'. Samples left with-Mr S. Saunders, Ash burton,-will be immediately offered in the best markets, and the highest value guaranteed. 256 a W' HEAT SHIPMENTS TO ENG LAND. NOTICE TO FARMERS. T. J. Haling & Co. Make LIBERAL CASH ADVANCES on WHEAT placed in their hands *or 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 tents are well protected by their agents in London, Prompt:returns and minimum charges may be relied upon. 822 a T PA R M E B S. We are BUYERS'of WHEAT, OATS, BARLEY, and all kinds of Produce, or will make LIBERAL ADVANCES against Grain for shipment to England or colonies. Combags supplied. A. MOORE & CO, 199 a - Christchurch. Grain Season, 1881. "tVE eta prepared to make LIBERAL Jy CASH ADVANCES against ship ents placed in bur hands. We have rokenfof the highest standing in Mark ane. who will' give every attention to rain consigned through us, and obtain ie ‘extreme price for till shipments armets may totrad; to our care. We sve also bstabliahfed 1 Agencies itv Liver ool. Glasgow, Hull, Dublin, and Antwerp, ad w can ship to any of these markets 1 sbrfeanlfed. Our charges are regulated t thexoweit rates. P. CUNNWGHAar&.CO., . e , Chnstqhurch. 3a: ; OTroR;TO farmers. lie -undersigned are PCRCHASER k. Rdescriptiobs "of, GRAIN delivered al fj‘ warehouses in -Lyttelton, Timaru. .t,: .. j ; Pwmlmfa *■



Business Notices. T. R. Hodder and Company, JQRAPERS, CLOTHIERS, BOOT AND SHOE WAREHOUSEMEN, GROCERS, IRONMONGERS, SEWING MACHINE AGENTS, &c. AGENTS FOR NORWICH UNION FIRE INSURANCE SOCIETY. CO 08 cc CO Og 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 Hati 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 —Children’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 Suita, 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 Cash ; Sixpence if accounts paid monthly before 10th of each month. 466 a X O Aitken and Roberts, lURNISHING AND GENERAL IRONMONGERS, CASHEL STREET WEST, CHRISTCHURCH. FRESH SHIPMENTS EVERY- MONTH—PRICES VERY REASONABLE. lOW LANDING- Electm-plated Ware 1 Useful Novelties, and | Suitable for Presents and family use CurcUMills, 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! FURNISHING! P. PATERSON s NOW SHOWING, in his NEW and COMMODIOUS PREMISES, in CASHEL STREET the FRESHEST, CHEAPEST, and BEST STOCK of ftjirltitxtirib 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. cnmTR AfJF LOCAL INDUSTRY BY BUYING LOCALLY-MADE ARTICLES, THEREBY GIVINGEMPLOYMENT TO THE CONSUMEOS OF THE CROPS YOU GROW. TIE are now manufacturing Platforms and Elevators for all kinds of Reapers and /V Binders, and are prepared to give a guarantee that our make will stand more ear 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 ticks. Tacks, and Leathers, in stock. . . , NEW ZEALAND MADE TWINE.—We also manufacture and keep m stock Tanilla 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 e sold cheap. Our stock of Flax Twine is unlimited. are invited to all and take a sample reel or ball, to try it. TARPAULINS We have a splendid stock of Rick Cloths and Tarpaulins of 11 descriptions and qualities to choose from Also Tents and Flys of all sizes and inalities. As we keep a very large and well assorted stock of all our Goods, an order ly 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. 62a 171NCOURAGE COLONIAL WORK, AND BUY H, THE MAKER. YOUR BOOTS OF 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 is. 6d.; Men’s Shoes, from 11s. 6d.; Women’s Kid Boots, 7s. Od.; M omen s Levant o. (fancy stitched), Bs. 6d. OUR OWN MAKE. UY FROM THE AND THE MONEY IN THE COLONY.



Business Notices. your money these Ha RD TIMES- Two Shillings in the £ Saved BY DEALING WITH _ ._ TAYLOR AN D P A P P fo, GROCERS AND TEA DEALERS, LONDON TEA WAREHOUSE, TRIANGLE, HIGH STREET; BRANCH ESTABLISHMENT— nTOTrontPU HIGH STREET (Two Doors from Tuam street), CHRISTCHURCH. Good Family Tea, Is. 6d. per lb. Good Raw Sugar, 3|d. per lb. Table Rice, 71bs. for Is. 6d. New Jam, 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. 344 a 500 Q cot o^ t,ohs 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, to 28s ‘ the Box ‘ Half Chests, of 40 lbs., Sugars, „ White Crystals, New Currants, T. TAYLOR, COLOMBO STREET (Near Tuam-st.), & HIGH STREET (Near St. Asaph-st.) [Not connected with Taylor and Papse.] 461 a £3 to £5. to 4d. to sd. 6d. per lb. P URNITURE WAREHOU SE, High and Lichfield Streets, Christchurch. W. S. KING AND CO., WHOLESALE AND RETAIL MANUFACTURERS AND IMPORTERS OF ALL KINDS OF FURNITURE, CARPETS, &c., &c., &c. WHOLESALE WAREHOUSE—LICH FIELD STREET. 198 a John Sheen, i BOOT IMPORTER, 1 SYDNEY HOUSE, HIGH STREET, AND OPPOSITE TWENTYMAN AND COUSINS, CASHEL STREET, BEGS to announce that he has OPENED UP a First-class Assortment of SUMMER GOODS, comprising Ladies’ Gents’ and Children s Boots and oboes, t Prices to suit the times, viz : Ladies’Kid E,S., from 7s. Men’s Calf E.S. M'en’s Calf Bats ... Men’s Kip Watertights Men’s Kip B’ucbers Men’s Canva- Shoes 10s. 14s. 14s. Ba. 7s. 6d. 6d. 6d. 6d. 6d. Large Assortment of Slippers and Children’s Boots remarkably cheap. 738 WHOLESALE RIDGE CAP, Thomas Crompton, MANUFACTURER OF GALVANISED IRON SPOUTING, DOWN PIPING, COLONIAL OYENS KITCHEN RANGES, PORTABLE WASHING FUBNACES, CLOSET PANS, LEAD WASHERS, &c. CHAS the pleasure of informing his numerous Friends that having Re . moved into his newly-erected and extensive Manufacturing Premises m mash Street (Exactly Opposite his old Workshops), which have been fitted up with , most modern appliances for the production of work in the various branches of his sinesa Te is now prepared to execute any order entrusted to him with despatch and i of the best quality of material, and the Lowest Price which it is possible for jam Power and Machinery to effect. Note the Address — ARMAGH STREET Near Manchester Street, Christchurch. J. Julius Parker, G E CANTERBURY LABOR EXCHAN Registry Office for Male anp Female Servants, COLOMBO STREET SOUTH, CHRISTCHURCH, Near Montgomery and Co.’s Store. (Established 1858.) PRIVATE ENQUIRY OFFICE FOR DISCOVERY OF MISSING FRIENDS, NEXT OF KIN, HEIRS AT LAW, LEGATEES, Etc. N B - Best and Cheapest Office in Town for the Sale or Purchase of Freehold ropers. Houses and Land Let or Bold. Certificate, of Births, Deaths, and [amazes obtained and forwarded. Rents and Debts collected. ORDERS PER POST OR WIRE PROMPTLY ATTENDED TO. HASHING DAY REFORM. JE FAMILY WASH IN FOUR HOURS ithout rubbing or boilintr, saving five mrs of copper firing every washing day, r n S i>,<T Harper Twelveiree’s Patent ASHER, WRINGER & MANGLER. Three Machines in one. Price reduced am L 9 10s to L 8 10s. Sold by J. HERN, Manchester and Tuam streets, 15,, Christchurch. SCOTT BROS. (RAILWAY FOUNDRY), LRE the manufacturers of the following among other specialities : 10 celebrated “ EXCELSIOR' 1 WIND MILL. This Mill got the FIRST PRIZE at e November Metropolitan Show. It is srfectly reliable and self-regulating. [RST PRIZE PATENT GRASS SEED STRIPPER. As onlj a limited quantity of these achines, which took the FIRST PRIZE the recent competition of the Agricul ral and Pastoral Association, can be pplied, orders for next season must be ven early, or they cannot he executed. EAMINGTON COOKING RANGES. These Stoves have been shown for years competition with other makers, and ive always received first honors, having EVER BEEN BEATEN. We can mfidently recommend them as the best toves in New Zealand. CAMBRIDGE ROLLERS, pecimcns of our Prices for this season— -Bft. by 24in £l7 0 0 Bft. by 2Gin.... ... 18 10 0 9£t. by24in.... ... 18 15 0 9ft. by 26in.... ... 20 15 0 Other prices equally low. 48a FAMILY BOOT & SHOE DEPOT, Next Orr and Co. (late Trickett), East street, Ashburton. Daniel Fitzpatrick, Proprietor. D. F. will pay the same attention in future to his Order Trade, as hitheito. All descriptions of BOOTS and SHOES made to order, at reasonable prices. A good fit guaranteed. A well selected Stock of Bools and Shoes of every kind always on hand. hß6a 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 ■JjJ-ELSON, MOATE, 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. Agent, Ashburton— H. M. CARSON.



Business Notices. W INTER GOODS. WINTER GOODS N OW OPENED AT E YER.ETT BROS. AND CO., Havelock street. "VT OYELTIES IN ALL DEPART MENTS. G RAND DISPLAY OF N E W GOODS. Everett 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. cr 3= <i 3 <r*~ m i B P ZD M. F. Stratz, Watchmaker from L London A 2.1 S 00 a o S' 9 S-J ft. y t*i 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 0 12 6 236 DAS BILLIGSTE HAUS IN NEW ZEALAND. FIRST-CLASS TAILORING GO TO L U B L 0 W T A 1 L O R 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 U B L 0 W T A 1 L O R EAST STREET Just arrived, per Pleiades— A LARGE ASSORTMENT OP THE FINEST SUMMER TWEEDS, FANCY VESTINGS, AND COATINGS, Forwarded to G. J. F. Lublow’s special order. SUITS MADE FROM £8 - 15 - 0. GENUINE TREBLE-MILLED BLISS and ELASTIC TWEEDS in stock, specially woven for rough riding. Cal:si in and Sealskin Vests made to any desired pattern. j&f' 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. Cd. Leeds house for men s’ 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. Leeds house for men’s ger man TWEED TROUSERS, AT 10s. 6d. Leeds house for men’s tweed SUITS, AT 255. Leeds house for stylish hats. Leeds House, CASHEL STREET, W., (Nearly opposite the Press Office). CHRISTCHURCH. L



Business Notices. G BEAT REDUCTION WATCHES. IN 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 :—Rotherham’s gold hunting Levers from £lB ; 1 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, WATCHESfIand JEWELLERY on Sale. All kinds of Cleaning and Repairs well executed, and country orders promptly attended to. 611 a Public Companies. STANDARD FIRE AND MARINE INSURANCE COMPANY OF 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.I.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. Vice-President —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. E. Corsbie, D. M'Lean, R. Friedlander, Joseph Hunt. Lyt telton, F. B. Passmore, and E. G. Crisp. Judge —Mr M. Stitt. Starter —Mr N. M’Lean. Clerk of Course —Mr E. Saunders. Clerk of Scales —Mr John Carter. Hon. Treasurer —Mr C. C. Fooks. 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 1£ 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 where 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 Jide owner’s name in races outside the County during the above-mentioned time. 3. The decision of the Stewards on al l ■ disputed points shall be final. ' 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 26th. Ao- I ceptances on night of general entry, May, I 25th, at 8 p.m. G. All entries to state age, color, and name of horse, and colors of the rider. 7 L JOHN 0. BELL, 604 a Secretary.