THE ASHBURTON GUARDIAN, W

DNESDAT, NOVEMBER 22, 1882.

Printed and published daily, for the Proprietor by William Fisher, of Ashburton, at Th Ashburton Guardian Printing Office West street, Ashburton, ■ Wednesday, November 22, IjS2 •



- Eor.Sale. c ’ : ; : l TN O R ~S A D E From this date— CRUSHED OATS, 3s 4d per Bushel. BRAN, SHARPS, CHAFF. OATEN SHEAF CHAFF. First-class lot o£ VEGETABLE and FLOWER SEEDS. JOSEPH CLARK, Ashburton and Tinwald. o 5 Barristers, Solicitors, &c. 0. W. Purnell, TTARRISTBR AND SOLICITOR, EAST STREET. . 4 5e George Swaim, JJARRISTER AND SOLICITOR; Hereford street, Christchurch. jUB W. F. Allen. C*k STOCK, STATION, GENERAL COMMISSION AGENT. Burnett street, Ashburton. WEEKLY SALES of Live Stock, Merchandise, Poultry, and General Pro duce, held every SATURDAY, commenc ing at 11.30 sharp. Special Sales conducted in Town or Country. ' —Valuations made. FORTNIGHTLY SALES of took at tended at the Public Yards. T „-,.,.W,,r. ALLEN,, ■ Auctioneer. bu 22 T. Bullock. SATURDAY,- DECEMBER 2. ; vr.- Property Sale. My next Sale of Town, Suburban and other properties will take place at the Bazaar, Burnett street, on the above date, a£4p.tnj •• -aJ BUL L O •j ; Auctioneer... C K , T. Bullock. ESTATE UCTIONEER, , AND . . ' COMMISSION AGENT. EAST STREET, { AND-AT THE?.; . B A Z A A k, BURNETT STREET, Ashburton.



M OTIOE OF REMOVAL, ON "VnBDNBSDAY FIRST, 11th in stknt/this undersigned WILL REMOVE TO TEMPORARY OFFICES IN „ . 1: ! UW i ■ ; BARNETT STREET. T. BULLOCK, Auctioneer and Estate Agent, Octolefjgth,!#. /'•// .H ; NOTICE. Jbi futur^W^ATURU\Y’S SALE'S will Commence at 1 o’clock instead of 1.30. T. BULLOCK. IMPROVED FREEHOLD FARM, of “ 123 Acres, well watered, FOR SALE by private treaty, situated near the Hinds, togetherwith interest in lea«e of TSO acres 1; rood.-25 perches. Improve f?f a 99n|forUbIe. Woodefa •'House, or 5 rooms, 4 stalled stable,. eta The, freehold is divided into t three pad aolJKl,'arid the’leasehold into five; one of the county water races runs through both properties There is a Rowing crop of 78 Bjcra%.&heat, and 70, acres , turnips, which "tvill be sbld with the property. This offers a favorable opportunity to persons .'“fTesftrous of procuring a farm at a low fince and liberal terms. For full particu are, apply to « , fn ' 1 : r T. BULLOCK, V ,,J ‘ r Auctioneer. j~.» i«l • - •r-fpo iLET, at a low rental—SHOP in ;>;i "Moore street, presently occupied by Mr John Smithson. T. BULLOCK. iio A LL DOGS found TRESPASSING •"•stater- on m V Farm' -or the Maori Reserve willbe DESTROYED. THOMAS BULLOCK, 712 e V>l <s JOHN CARTER. O N E X /Bevhral Sums ready for investment on approved Freehold Security, at the lowest current rate of interest. Apply to , i ■ : . T. BULLOCK. L ... E T . SHOP in Havelock street, Apply fc),. T. BULLOCK. OOR SALE—2O acres GRASS LAND, Pi with a House of six rooms, situated only a /short distance from the town of Ashburton. For full particulars apply to the undersigned. T. BULLOCK TO LET.—The CENTRAL BAKERY, together with shop and dwelling houM, near Post office, ■ n ? T. BULLOCK. T7IOR RALE—A comfortable COTTAGE Jj of 5 Rooms, together with a Quarter T «wwe Section, situated at Hampstead, near the Wakanui road, lately in occupation of . /Ihiy®. Johns. Liberal terms of pay ” mentvwill be accepted. ■vraacea T. BULLOCK. TO LET—Ata low rental, Central BOARDINGHOUSE, in the Tri ogle, lately in occupation of Mr Donald ■rfWJ HOLOGRAPH Y; —Portraits are now jr ,being taken hy the New Instan- Iwu&iils'J OelMine Emulsion Process at ~ HENRY’S PORTRAIT ROOMS, Saun- East Street, Ashburton^ tu vjnn Sot£> Q<OT:> AND ; SHJOE M AKER, - JJ Tancred street, Ashburton. J J. H. desires to notif|.to the , public of AshlMw&nf and surrounding districts that heU/sfmcsirying bn business in the above $ Jfne/LMiidMbyi /Good .Wotkiand Quick De t|w,(ehareof



Poyntz & Co., Land estate, and general AGENTS £ AS T STREET ASHBURTON POYNTZ & CO. have received instructions from Mr W. B. MOSS to offer for sale that very desirable Dwelling House, situate in TANCRED STREET, EAST, Ashburton, containing seven rooms, with Garden attached.



Two and Three-roomed Cottages. o R s A L E. | MESSRS POYNTZ & CO. Have received instructions from the owner to offer for sale, BY PRIVATE TREATY, T.S. No. 678, BURNETT STREET, Situated close to the centre of the town, upon which is erected a comfortable four roomed dwelling-house, with stabling and good fruit garden attached. B t 1 POYNTZ & 00. THE Undersigned have been instructed to offer- for sale lots 1,2, and part of 3, 142, 141, 140, 132, containing about TWO ACRES, Situate on the Wakanui road, upon which is built a capital FAMILY RESIDENCE, Containing thirteen rooms. POYNTZ & CO.



FOR SALE —On account of T. R. Hpdder Esq., lot 124, containing TWO ACRES OF LAND, Adjoining his late residence, and fronting the Town Belt. This would be a good site for a residence. Also, on account of the same owner, T.S. No. 779, Situated at the junction of Cass and Peter streets, with stabling thereon. POYNTZ & CO. FOR SALE.—Lot 24, Alforl Forest road, containing 2 roods, with dwell ing-house, stables, and other outbuildings. Terms moderate. POYNTZ & CO. FOR SALE.—Town Sections Nos. 822, 828, 818, 698, 676, 318, 316, 118, and 119. POYNTZ & CO. FOR SALE —A good two-roomed cot tage and quarter-acre of land, close to the residence of Mr Bean- Small cash deposit. POYNTZ & CO. THE UNDERSIGNED have received instructions from Mr M. Hamilton to ofier FOR SALE, BY PRIVATE TREATY, His farm at Anama, containing 228 Acres, 50 ACRES IN WHEAT, 50 ACRES IN OATS, BALANCE IN FALLOW. The whole of the land is well-fenced, and within three miles of the railway. This presents a splendid chance for anyone re quiring a farm to take advantage of the opportunity, as the owner is determined to sell, owing to an accident. POYNTZ & CO.



MESSRS POYNTZ & CO. have re ceived instructions to sell, by pri vate treaty, on account of Mr W. Syca more,. his compact farm of 186 acres, within one mile of Willowby, being R.S. r 22922, in grass, well watered, and sub divided into 6 paddocks, tigether with a four-roomed dwelling-house. POYNTZ & CO. MONEY TO LEND on mortgage at lowest current rates. POYNTZ & 00. FOR SALE.—A farm of 862 acres at Ohertsoy. POYNTZ & 00. FOR SALE—A good second-hand four wheeled double-seated buggy, with pair of good horses and harness. POYNTZ & CO. TO LET OR FOR SALE.—A nearly new eight-roomed House, with ifistfly laid out grounds, situate in Tan cred street east. Apply to POYNTZ & CO. TO LET.—A well appointed six roomed HOUSE, with Coach House and Stable attached, in Cox street. POYNTZ & CO. T [0 LET.—A four-roomed House in Havelock street. POYNTZ & CO, TO LET,—A Pour-stall Stable, situated in Cass street. i POYNTZ & CO. T iO LET, A commodious BRICK STORE near the Raliwav Station. POYNTZ & CO. TO LET*—A four-roomed HOUSE in Cass street. POYNTZ & CO. rjlO -LET.—Two four-roomed HOUSES, ■ East Belt. POYNTZ & Co. T 0 LET.—A four-roomed House on East Belt, POYNTZ & Co. TO LET.—A three-roomed HOUSE, back East Belt. POYNTZ & Co,



Hotels FOREST HOTEL. The undersigned having taken the above well-known Hotel, begs to inform his friends and the travelling public gene rally that they will always find every com fort, combined with civility and economy. Wines, Beer, and Spirits of the choicest brands, &c. Good Stabling and Secure Paddocks. JOHNBOWIOK, c Proprietor. QENT RA L HOTEL. John Beecher Begs to inform the Billiard-playing public that he has now OPENED his fine BILLTARD-ROOM, where they will find one of Alcock’s celebrated Tables, and a Marker always “ on the spot.” Billiards, Pool, and Pyramids. More Loose Box accommodation has been erected for Racehorses and Entires. JOHN BEECHER, Central Hotel, Wakandi Road, Ashburton. au 26



THE GLASGOW PIE HOUSE, Corner of Dowling and Princes streets, Dunedin, J. DONALDSON, Proprietor. Has opened a place in connection with the above, which he has christened “THE BODEGA,” and can promise to supply his friends with a better Glass of Wine or Beer, direct from the cask in a cool cellar, than they can obtain anywhere in the city. Dowling Street. Peino.es street. “THE BODEGA.” au 17 The shades, Hereford street. W. H. PORTER Begs to announce that he has entirely Rebuilt the Shades, and in soliciting the patronage of his friends, and the public generally, is determined that the prestige attaching to the old house for the excel lence of its wines, spirits, liqueurs, and ales, shall be fully maintained. Especial attention has been paid to the Cuisine, the resources of the kitchen being very complete. One of the Largest Ranges procurable, and a Grill of corresponding size, has been fitted therein. The services of'one of the best chefs has been secured, so that the LUNCHEONS at the Shades are second to none in the colony. Gentlemen whose business avocations necessitate luncheon in the city are respect fully solicited to patronise this establish ment.



N.B.—The Grill is in full swing to-day. 527 Boarding Houses, &c. PANAMA HOUSE (late a stbe’s), Tanored 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, Proprietor. PRINCE ALBERT BOARDING ' HOUSE. In consequence ot insufficient accom modation at the Echo Dining Rooms, the proprietor has taken the PRINCE ALBERT BOARDING HOUSE, where a good table w 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 dross— Charles Truckle, Prince Albert Boarding House, Wills street, near the Railway Station.



Business Notices. SPECIAL SALE of Spring VEGET ABLES, BROCCOLI, and CAULI FLOWERS ; also, a large quantity of CABBAGES and other Vegetables now growing in A. W. Randell’s gardens (near the corner of the N.B. and N.W. Belts, next the Caledonian Sports Ground), ‘Seed Potatoes and several tons of Prime Onions. Plants always on hand ; also a large and varied Stock of Fruit, Confec tionery, Lollies, etc NOTE THE ADDRESS— A. W, Randell, RIGHT-HAN D SHOP, TOWN HALL, East Street. Ashburton. 112 d Craighead and Co., rjIAILOKS AND CLOTHIERS. In again returning our sincere thanks to our many friends and patrons for the very liberal support which lias been ac corded to us since we commenced busi ness in Ashburton, we have much pleasure in announcing that our arrangements for the coming season are now complete. We have just been favored with several consignments of the best materials which can be obtained COLONIAL and EUROPEAN—including Fancy Coat ings, Serges, Bedford Cords, and Tweeds of every description. Our method of Cutting and Fitting being based on the most advanced ideas known to the Cutting Profession, com bined with ideas of our own. which are not generally known, a PERFECT FIT can always be relied on. Where any ab normal peculiarity exists it can easily be concealed, and when the figure is perfect it will, by our method be shewn to the best advantage. Prices moderate, as usual.



CRAIGHEAD & CO., TAILORS & CLOTHIERS. Tancred street. 250 HAYING purchased Messrs T. JR. Hodder and Co. ’s STOCK OF IRONMONGERY, GLASSWARE, EARTHENWARE, AND GROCERIES, I will continue the business in the same premises, SAUNDERS’ BUILDINGS, and by keeping the very beat quality of Goods, and selling at the very Lowest possible Price, everyone will find it to their advantage to deal with me. Now Landed, a lino of Strong and Well - flavored TEAS, which will be sold at 19s (guaran teed). Tea by the lb, 2s, 2s 6d, and 3s. There has never been anything like the 3s Tea in Ashburton before. I bought the Ironmongery, Glassware, etc., at a large discount under Cost Price, md will give my Customers the advan tage. Order# left at the Shop will be delivered with despatch, and Families leaving their address will be waited upon regu larly. Prime BUTTER and FRESH EGGS bought in any quantities. Robert Alcorn. ! 580 d



Business Notices. TO LIVERY STABLEKEEPERS, CONTRACTORS, FARMERS, AND OTHER OWNERS OF HORSES, CATTLE, &c. I Beg to call attention to roy stock of VETERINARY MEDICINES, All of which are well-known by those who use them to be most Valuable Prepara tions. ABSORBENT BLISTER.—Far supe rior to the imported blister. Being always freshly made it never fails to blister properly, and never blemishes. COLIC DRINK FOR GRIPES.—A relief is given by this medicine in ten minutes, and a second dose is rarely necessary. A bottle of this in the house may save the life of a valuable animal. PHYSIC BALLS. —Kept prepared in four different sizes. The ingre dients in these balls are tho roughly dissolved in a steam jacketed bath ; they act much quicker than those prepared from crude materials; never gripe, and will keep good for years. CONDITION POWDERS.—These are of two kinds : one for getting into sound hard working condi tion, and acting on the kidneys, skin, and coat, and the other for putting on beef for show or sale. WORM POWDERS.—WiII destroy and expel the various kinds of worms which infest horses. DRIFFIELD WHITE OILS. For sore shoulders, harness galls, &c. Will quickly heal any wound, no matter how severe. CLEANING DRINK—For cows after calving. Special medicines prepared and sent to any part of the district on receipt of full particulars of the case, and advice given as to general treatment of horses, cattle, sheep, and dogs. I have a quantity of veterinary surgical instruments such as can be used by anyone accustomed to farm work ; and these I lend out to my customers requiring any one of them. Having acted for some time as assistant to Francis Gupiss, M.R.G.V.S. (proprietor of the well-known Cupiss’s Constitution Balls), Norfolk, England, my experience is Practical as well as Theoretical.



J. M. Cambridge, CHEMIST, Ashburton. b!2 rpHE KING IS DYEING, First Order of Merit and Silver Medal International Exhibition. G. KING begs to inform the public of Ashburton that he has appointed Messrs ANDREWES BROS, as SOLE AGENTS for this district. Ladies and Gentlemen can have their Clothes Dyed to look new, at a reasonable price, by leaving them with Andrewes Bros. They will be returned in a week. Damask Curtains, Table Covers, French Merinos, Silks, Ribbons, Velvets, Lace, and Feathers Dyed or Cleaned. Kid Gloves Gleaned. G. KING, 98 Madras Street, Christchurch. il 18 E W GOODS. Apricot marmalade, Crosse and Blackwell, in glass camp kettles, 2s each, fresh from Soho square Indian packets, in lead, of pure Assam tea, wonderfully strong, 2s 4d per lb Dunedin oatmeal, Somerville’s, a fresh supply, in splendid condition, 4s 6d per bag Elegant Japanese canisters, containing 61b of very fine Souchong, 16s English pickles, 8d per bottle Raspberry vinegar, English, Is bottles Mushroom catsup, large bottles, Is



Reduced Prices. Mild-cured hams, per 7id per lb Wheat for fowls, per 3s 9d bushel Silk-dressed flour, 501 b, 6s 3d; 251 b, 3s 4d Good rice for chickens, 71b, 1s 4d New Jams, 6|d per tin Dunedin biscuits, fresh, 3d per lb Hops, best quality, 2s per lb Kerosene, 8s 6d, 9s 6d, and 10s 6d per tin at Gliomas Taylor’s. Patent dressed kitcl en fruit, washed and dried by machinery— Currants, 6d and C|d per lb Raisins, 6d and 8d Sultanas, 7d The cleanest fruit in New Zealand Maize meal, 3d per lb Haricot beans, 3d Egyptian lentils, 3d per lb German lentils, 6d per lb An 111 b box of the best Tea imported, Assam and Lapsang Souchong, 28s An 111 b box of new season’s tea, 20s. Compare this with (he 25s box of other houses. Pure lime juice, quarts, la 9d. Certified by the Board of Trade Lime juice cordial, Is 9d Captain White’s Oriental pickles, 2s 3d Calves’ foot jelly, quarts, 0. and 8., 3s 6d 88 Colombo St. Best black or mixed tea, 2s lOd Indian and China mixture, 2s per lb. Family Congou, strong, fine flavored ls6d Lucca oil, quarts, 2s 3d Bloater or anchovy paste, C. and 8., Is 3d White crystallised sugar, 3id, 4d, and per lb Dried apples, 7d per lb 128 Lower High St.



Self-raising flour, Is packets, 3s bags Rich pound cakes, 9d Mixed wine biscuits, 9d per lb Loose baking powder, 1s per lb Keiller’s marmalade, 9d per tin Black lead, lOd per dozen Blacking, 7d per dozen Best starch, 5d per lb Garb, soda, 6d 39 Manchester St. Irish moss, Is 2d and 2s per bottle Linseed meal, 8d per lb Fly papers, 9d per doz Safety matches, Bryant and May’s lOd per doz Fire kindlers, per doz Nestle’s mi)k,.loid per tin Sago, 4d per lb Tapioca, sd, 71b for 2s Gd &c., &c., &c. Triangle (LATE DEYONPORT’S), CHRISTCHURCH. ANTED KNOWN. That BONEDUST, specially prepared for drilling with carrots, mangolds, etc., can be obtained from the undersigned. F. MAYO, Hampstead Bone Mills.



Business Notices MR THOMAS MUTTER BEGS to announce that, having sold his General Store Business, ho has NOW OPENED IN THE SADDLERY LINE. Mr T. M. ’s 24 years experience in that line is a sufficient guarantee that all work entrusted to him will be executed in a workmanlike manner. Workmen sent out. Christchurch Prices Guaranteed. MR THOS. HOTTER, Mackay street, . 180 South Rakaia. James Heseltine (Late Thomas Dudson), SADDLER, Buenett street, begs to announce that he has bought the business lately carried on by T. Dudson, and that he is prepared to supply Saddlery and execute all Repairs at exceptionally low rates. J. H. also begs to state that he is still carrying on his Tinwald business, where his numerous friends and customers may depend on their orders being carried out as her tofore. J. Heseltine, Ash burton and Tinwald. s 8



Agricultural machine shop, Ashburton. C. Ray, ENGINEER, MILLWRIGHT, REAPER AND BINDER EXPERT. The M'Oormick, Deering, Osborne, Harvester King, and Wood’s Machines Repaired and Adjusted in Town or Country. Canvas Elevators fitted to Wood’s and Harvester King. Wire and Oil of the best brands. Engines, Combines, Pumps, &0., Re paired at very reasonable terms. All work guaranteed. Practical Sewing Machinist. Estimates given. 0. RAY, Opposite Central Hotel, Wakanui Rd. Authorised AGENT for SCOTT BROS.’ celebrated Leamington Cooking Ranges, Excelsior Windmills, Tomb Rail ings, and other Castings. Price Lists on Application. 83



All who intend building, Are invited to CALL at the YARDS OP J. T. BROWN, TIMBER AND COAL MERCHANT, Where they can be folly supplied with everything they require in TIMBER of all kinds, and every other trade line at Lowest Current Rates. SPECIAL LINES LANDING. FENCING WIRE, IRON, CEMENT. American Dressed Shelving, and other Timber, large assortment. Special at tion to Country Orders, and shipped direct from siding. J, T. BROWN, Office : Tuam street. Wholesale Depot: Railway Siding and Sawmill, South Belt, Christchurch. ii 19



OTICE TO FARMERS. THE EUROPEAN" AND AUSTRALASIAN Labor Agency Has now become the favorite means of PROCURING FARM HANDS Of all descriptions. Skilled Laborers or Ordinary Hands can be obtained at the Shortest Notice. The success of this institution is no doubt due to the fact that the Manager’s time is not taken up with House or any other business, and he is able to devote all his energies in the interest of his employers. The Office is situated in LICHFIELD STREET, CHRISTCHUROtI (Next to t l '. Reece, Ironmongers, he Signboard can be easily seen from Colombo street. s!6



ressmaking. UNDERCLOTHING. MISS KINGSBURY Havelock street (next Court-house), Ashburton. Orders promptly attended to. 396 e OF REMOVAL. The Undersigned takes this opportunity of thanking his numerous patrons and the public generally for the liberal share of support accorded to him during the past, and intimates that he has REMOVED from Saunders’ Buildings to PROSPECT BUILDINGS, East street (next Mr Murray’s, watch maker), and hopes, by still continuing to keep a good article, to be favored with a fair share of public support. J. RANGER, Prospect Buildings, East street. 529 Summer Fashions. i —— T HAVE now Opened up 40 Cases of NEW GOODS for the season, im ported direct from the Home Markovs. All the Latest Novelties in Lidies’ Hats, Flowers, Feathers, Sun-Shades, Dress Goods, Prints, Satteens, Oatmeal Cloth, Laces, etc. Also an immense Stock of Household Drapery, Carpets, etc. S. W. ALCORN, 025 East street.



ROBINSON AND TOWNSHEND, having entered inco PARTNERSHIP, are prepared to give the highest Cash Prices for WHEAT OATS BARLEY GRAST SEED And have for sale —Flour, Sharps, Bran, Chaff, Tea, Sugar, etc., etc. Sacks at lowest rates. Agents for A. MOORE & 00., Christchurch. ROBINSON & TOWNSHEND, 03l Havelock street, Ashburton.



Business Notices. VTEW TINWALD STORE, JIM Opposite the Railway Shed. Opened June 18, 1881. Biggs and Beid, PROPRIETORS. B. and R. begs to inform their Farming friends and the public generally, that they hare opened a GENERAL STORE, In Jones and Bradshaw’s old premises, opposite the Railway Shed, Tinwald, and solicit a share of the general patron age. CHEAP TEAS! TEAS! TEAS 1 Of the Best Blends. SUGARS ! SUGARS !! SUGARS ! ! At remarkably Low Prices. CLOTHING ! CLOTHING !! CLOTHING !!! And HARDWARE ! HARDWARE 11 HARDWARE!!! At Prices not to be rubbed out. B. and R. ’s Cart is now running daily in the outlying districts. BIGGS AND REID. 50a



o T I 0 E TO Dairymen & others. The undersigned is now prepared to PURCHASE CORN-FED PIGS In any quantities, at Current Rates at his Curing Cellar, WILLS STREET, ASHBURTON, Close to the Railway Station. CHAS. W. GREEN. May 4, 188*2. , 402 e



The Ideal Cooking Stove, XT' 0 R WOOD AND COAL. The New Patent Improved AMERICAN STOVE has NO DEFECTS. IT WILL BAKE EVENLVT. BROIL PERFECTLY. COOK SATISFACTORILY AND PLEASES EVERYBODY. IT SAVES TWENTY TIMES ITS COST IN FUEL. We are constantly receiving testimonials in praise of this great Fuel Economiser. TESTIMONIALS. A bank director writes : “ The stove has given great satisfaction. It is effective, economical, and clean, and would, I feel certain, if better known, get into universal use.” A solicitor writes: “ The stove you supplied me with suits us admirably. It is in every respect a j good and convenient one.” From a clergyman : “I herewith send cheque in payment of cooking stove, which surpasses by far in every respect all the stoves used in my house in a somewhat lengthened experi ence in housekeeping. ” From the proprietors of a large ladies’ school ; “ The stove has been in constant use, and gives great satisfaction, combining economy in the consumption of fuel with efficiency in cooking for a great number of persons.” The originals of above testimonials and many others of the like effect may be seen at oiir office. We warrant our stoves to give complete satisfaction. Send for a price list. Inspection invited, LONG AND CO., WHOLESALE AND RETAIL IRON MONGERS. 101, Elizabeth street, Melbourne. AGENTS WANTED.



|(gEW IN G MACHINES. THE NEW ROTARY ACTION Wheeler & Wilson’s STRAIGHT NEEDLE SEWING MACHINES. FOR FAMILIES. FOR FAMILIES. FOR TAILORING. FOR TAILORING. FOR LEATHERWORK. FOR LEATHERWORK. THE NE W MACHINES are designed on a now principle. They have all the best points of the leading Sewing Machines without any of their defects. The New Machines have neither COG WHEELS nor SHUTTLES, and are not liable to get out of order. They are unequalled for Quality and Quantity of WORK, DURABILITY, QUICKNESS, AND SPEED.



Extract from the Jury Report on Sewing Machines, Melbourne Exhibition : “The Premier Place was awarded to a NEW WHEELER AND WILSON MACHINE, which performed the feat of sewing together all the parts of a pair of moleskin trousers in nine (9) minutes, doing its work smoothly and well. ” DO NOT BE MISLED. Inspect the New Machines, and be convinced of their great superiority. TIME PAYMENTS On the Most Liberal Scale. ORR AND CO., DISTRICT AGENTS. ERNEST LOW’S Cherry Pectoral, An invaluable Medicine in all the stages of Consumption, and not to be surpassed in efficacy for Coughs, Bronchitis, Asthma, Hoarseness, Loss of Voice, Difficulty of Breathing, Influenza, Spasmodic Croup, Hooping Cough, and all affections of the Throat, Bronchia), and Lungs. Prepared only by H. N. CITRON, Chemist, Afaroa, New Zealand. Sole Agent for Ashburton: j CHARLES NEATE, Chemist.* au7



Educational. MISS STEANE having returned to Ashburton, desires to inform her Friends in' the town and neighborhood that she will be happy to receive MUSIC PUPILS at Mr Jones’ Room, B ring square, or attend at their own houses, if desired. Terms (per Quarter) —Young Children, One Guinea; Adults, 30s. Lessons alstOj given in French, Drawing, Ladies Fancy Work, etc. An Evening Class three times weekly for general in struction—ls 6d for one, 2s 6d or two. Next Rev. Nixon’s, Tancred street. s!8 Conveyances. LONGBEAOH ROYAL MAIL COACH Leaves Longbeach for Ashburton daily (Sundays excepted) at 7.30 a.m., Waterton 8.10 a.m., Ashton 8.25 a.m., Wheatstone 8.45 a.m., arriving at Ashburton in time for the 10.24 express from Christchurch to Timaru.' The coach leaves Shearman s Somerset Hotel, Ashburton, at 4.50 p.m., arriving at Longbeach at 7.30 p.m. Parcels or orders left at any of the above places wi l ! receive strict attention Fares—Through single fares, 5s ; return same day, Bs. W. E. BOND, Proprietor, 427 c Longbeach. TIN WALD AND MOUNT SOMERS RAILWAY. MOUNT SOMERS AND ANAMA ROYAA MAIL COACH. This Coach leaves Hood’s Hotel, Mount Somers, for Anama Railway Station, at 7.30 a.m. and 5.35 p.m. every Tuesday and Saturday; returning to Mount Somers on the arrival of each train. Parcels and Luggage punctually attended to. Single fares, ?s ; return, 3s. 4n JOHN HOOD.



O T I C E TO PASSENGERS. The Coach to Cracroft will be DIS CONTINUED until further notice, on account of bad roads, and the Mail w be carried on a pack-horse. 277 e • A. JACKSON, Proprietor.



Medical IMPORTANT to all afflicted with Ulcers, Scurvy, Sores, or Wounds of any descript on. Y ATES’ PATENT BRITISH HERBOINTMENTS,prepared only by Mrs Burns (daughter of the late Mr Yates), Christchurch. War ranted to cure Burns, Scalds, Cuts, or Wounds of any kind, etc., of ever so long standing. Red Ointment, a certain cure for Ulcers ; Green Ointment,' a certain cure for Scrofula or King’s Evil; White Ointment, a certain cure for Swellings or Inflammation in any part of the body or limbs, Lumps in the Throat, Sore Nip ples, Gathered Breasts, etc. Directions for use—Spread the Red and Green Oint ments lightly on linen rag no bigger than the wound ; the White Ointment is to be rubbed by the hand over the part affected. Also, YATES’ PURIFYING DROPS tor Gravel or Pains in the Loins ; dose for Gravel, from 20 to 30 drops in a table spoonful ef cold water at bedtime. The Ointments are sold in pots at 2s 9d each, and the Drops the same price, 2s 9d per bottle. These Ointments and Drops have effected astonishing cures in New Zealand. Names and addresses of over 50 persons cured, some of diseases of 30 years standing, may be obtained by applying to Mbs BURNS, at the above address. Agents for Ashburton— Andrewes Bros. 9o 3 gg ga S 0 STEEDMAN’S SOOTHING POWDER FOR CHILDREN CUTTING TEETH. CAUTION TO PURCHASERS



The value of this well-known Family Medi. cine has been largely tested in all parts of the world, and by all grades of society,' for upwards of FIFTY YEARS. Its well-earned exten sive sale has induced SPURIOUS IMITA TIONS, some of which in OUTWARD APPEARANC E so closely resemble the ori ginal as to have deceived many purchasers. The proprietor therefore feels it due to th. public to give a special caution against the use of SUCH IMITATIONS. Purchasers are therefore requested carefull) to observe the four following distinctive characteristics, without which none are genuine : Ist—ln every 'case ,the words JOHN STEEDMAN, CHEMIST, WALWORTH, SURREY, are engraved on the Governmeni Stamp affix to each packet. 2nd—Eacfi Single Powder has directions fo: the dose, and the words, John Steedman Chemist, Walworth, Surrey, printed thereon. 3rd —The name, Steedman, is always spell with two EE’s. 4th —The manufacture is carried on solelv at Walworth, Surrey. Sold in Packets by all Chemists ana Medi cine Vendors. Sold by Kempthorn , Prosser and Cr. Auckland, Keating’s Powder. Keating’s Powder. Keating’s Powder. Keating’s Powder. Kills Bugs. Fleas, Moths, Beetles.



This Powder is quite harmless to ANIMAL LIFE, but is unrivalled in destroy iog fleas, bugs, cockroaches, beetles, n oths in furs, and every other species ofinsect. Sports men will find this invaluable for destroying fleas in their dogs, as also ladies for their pet dogs. TftlS ARTICLE has found so GREAT a SALE that it has tempted others to vend a so called article : n imitation. The PUBLIC are CAUTIONED that the tins of the genuine powder bear the autograph of THOMAS KEATING. Sold in tins only. Keating’s Worm Tablets. Keating’s Worm Tablets. Keating’s Worm Tablets A PURELY VEGETABLE SWEETMEAT, both in appearance and taste, furnishing a raosl agreeable method of administering the only certain remedy for INTESTINAL 01 THREAD WORMS. It is a perfectly safe and mild preparation, and is especially adapted for children. Sold in tins by all Chemists and Druggists. Proprietor, THOS. KEATING, London BREWERY. A. Moore & Sons, BREWERS, MALSTERERS, AND BOTTLERS, Cameron street, Ashburton. 024



The Stud. TO STAND THIS SEASON, at Messrs/ Matson, Cox, and Co.’s ; Premises, West street, Ashburton, the IMPORTED AMERICAN TROTTING STALLION, Oakgrove. OAKGROYE is a bay horse with black points, rising five years, by Irvington, out of Lady Venture, by Belmont. Irvington by Rysdyk’s Hambletonian out of Imo gene, by Seely’s American Star. Rys dyk’s Hambletonian was one . of the best horses that ever stood in America, his service being 500 dollars. Terms—£7 7s for one mare, £6 6s each for two mares, £5 5s each for three or more mares ; payable by acceptance, due on January Ist, 1883. Qroomage fee of 6s per mare, payable on first service. For further particulars apply on the premises. MATSON, COX, & CO. That unequalled and favo rite THOROUGHBRED SIRE Tribune, By “ Traducer,” dam “ Azuoana,” Will Travel his accustomed route this 1 Season. The excellence of “ Tribune’s ” stock induced Mr Herring to purchase him for the Alford Estate Company. Well-sheltered Paddocks, with abund ance of Grass and Water, will be set apart for Brood Mares during the season. For terms, etc., apply at Muir’s Reposi tory, or Groom in Charge. Alford, Oct. 4, 1882. 65



THE PURE-BRED CLYDESDALE ENTIRE Strathmore, Will Travel this Season in the ASHBURTON, '' And Surrounding Districts. For particulars see Cards. R. EDGWORTH, Owner. 1 Ashburton, Oct. 5, 1882. 6o



mil DRAUGHT STALLION 1 Drayman Will shortly arrive in Ashburton, aqd will Travel North and South of Ashburton and Ashburton Fjrks. Drayman will be at M'Bie’s Stables every Saturday. “ Drayman ” is a dapple brown, rising six years, has h eavy bone, and is active. His sire was “ Young Prince of Wales,’ and is owned by S. B. Sutton. For in* formation and particulars apply to GILBERT BOGLES, V 02 In charge. f£lo STAND THIS SEASON, 1832 The pure Clydesdale Stallion, Dundee (46).



Dundee is a beautiful bay, 6 years old; bred by Mr Robert Wilkin, Christchurch. Sire Prince Charlie (4) (imported); dam Charlotte, by Lord Haddo (imported)'; 2nd dam Bess, by Cromwell (imported); Dundee will stand at Maronan Station, and travel between Maronan and Grove Farm and surroundidg districts. Tebms—£3 5s each ; guaranteed, £4 4s. Groomage Fee, ss. Every care taken, but no responsibility. The above figures refer to Draught Stud Book for New Zealand. i WILKIN & CARTER, : 120 Grove Farm; Tinwald. TO TRAVEL THIS SEASON is ASHBCRTON And surrounding District, '', f THE CLYDESDALE HORS Pretender,, PfiDIGBEfI : : SJPretender is a dark bay with black points, rising eight years old, with gppd bone and substance; stands 18£ bands high, ap’endid temper, good action, and a quiet wo ker. Pretender is by Prince Charlie (im ported from Scotland by Mr W. Boag), out of Maggie by King Fergus (imported from Scotland by Mr David Innes). Maggie’s dam imported from Tasmania. Pre ender gained second prize in the Northern Show as a two-year-old in 1876. I He also took second prize in 1878. Terms —£2, payable on Ist January, 1883, and 5s groomage. Groomage fee payable on first service. Will be in Ashburton every SATUR DAY. WM. H. JOHNS, ;i 4o Trevorton. rjlO STAND THIS SEASON—IBB2 THE CLYDESDALE STALLION BONNY SCOTLAND, BONNY SCOTLAND is a dark brown, rising five years old, stands 16£ hands, with good bone and substance ; splendid temper, good action, and very quiet. Bred by Thomas Pashby, Esq., Kaiapoi. Sire —Sir Walter Scott (imported), dam Bonny by Sir Colin Campbell.



Bor ay Scotland will Travel the Water ton, Wakanui, and Ashburton Forks dis tricts. Terms for Season, £3 3s. Groomage fee, 6s. Every care taken, but no responsibility. For further particulars, apply to the s 23 GROOM IN CHARGE. JgOXING! BOXING!! BOXINGH! DAN LEA, Champion Light Weight of New Zealand, and ex Champion of England, has commenced giving Lessons in the Noble Art of Self Defence, in Mr Hill’s Sample Rooms, back of Somerset Hotel every TUESDAY and FRIDAY Nights, from 7.30 to 10 o’clock, for Pupils only. Private Class Lessons, £1 per month. N.B.—The rooms will bo thrown open every SATURDAY Night, for Public BOXING, under the superintendence of Dan himself. All written communica tions to be addressed to Somerset Hotel. - ■' 9o