Wtlsh melodies —wild, soft, and melan choly—which still linger about the mountains. In rapture of delight at the purity and correctness of the inton ation, Patti immediately despatched a messenger in search of the singer, who proved to be the village shoemaker, the “Sutor Johnnie” of the place. Without a moment’s hesitatation, Patti undertook to provide for his musical education, and Lady Hughes, an en thusiastic lover of music, generously supplied the material wants of the i family during the time of the father’s studies. According to report, the voice of this new musical prodigy is so extraordinary that Patti has declared that even that of Mario would have I seemed of small account by com-1 parison.

THE LATTER-DAY SAINTS IN LONDON.

The activity of Mormon agents eager to gain emigrants for Utah continues lltiabated ill this country; says the Home JVewi. But it will have received a Shafp chefcfe in the recent riotous pro fcfcfedings in the north of London. It seeths that a number of so-called apostles Mormon elders, in other words—both male and female, paraded tamdfen Town in procession distribut ing handbills. Now and again the leaders halted and addressed a few Seasonable words to the crowd, accom panied by a warm invitation to attend a Mormon iheeting in a public hall. A ihob soon collected, and just now London mobs are somewhat unruly, not

tosay rough. Thebystanders soon passed from jeers and gibes to more tangible . insults, and ended by violently assault ing the “ saints.” The latter, however, gained the hall of meeting, whither the mob followed them, broke in, stormed the platform, smashed the furniture, and put the Mormons to flight. The streets of London nowadays offer many curious spectacles. Now it is a pro cession of interested fanatics, such as those whose march was so bad ly i n terfered with ; now a long string of “ sandwich men ” in the strangest disguises. Not long ago the enterprising lessee of a theatre at which “ Pluto ” was being performed advertised the piece by send ing out his myrmidons carrying red-hot pokers and other insignia of his Satanic Majesty. This was followed by a pro cession of Afghan tramps with pallid faces and sham beards under their white ; turbans, an advertisement intended to draw crowds to the music-hall perform- | ance of the capture of Kabul. But | these shows were suffered to pass un- i

molested For a good street row there

is nothing like a demonstration of r saints, whether members of the Salva tion Army or followers of Brigham -Young.

CORRESPONDENCE.

We do not hold ourselves responsible for the opinions expressed by our correspondents.

THE LIBRARY SITE.

To the Editor.

Sib, —I am both surprised and annoyed to..find that the question of site, which we hid all imagined was finally settled, is not so. I learn on the best authority that the Library Committee, taking advantage of 'the split in the camp occasioned by the objections raised to the use of the Eire Brigade reserve, are quietly agitating for the selection of the old site, which seems to have charms for the Committee, which are quite unappreciated by the public at large. The Library Committee no doubt are a very important body and, fondly imagaiue that they are going to erect the Library just wherever they please. Of course the public meeting called to decide the vexed question of site is to count for nothing ; the re solution passed at that meeting did not happen to concede with the ideas of tjhe five committeemen on the subject, and so they have, apparently, made up their minds to ignore it, despite the fact that one or two of the said committeemen have expressed themselves in favor of the Fire Brigade site. Whatever is done, I am satisfied of one thing, Sir, and that is, that any interference on the part of the Committee with the public wish on this public matter will be fought against Tooth and Nail.

THE ASHBUBTON GMJAEDIAN, WEDNESDAY, MAY 17, 1882.



Holloway’s Pills.—The changes of tem perature and weather frequently upset persons who are most careful of their health, and most particular in their diets. These corrective, purifying, and gentle aperient Pills are the best remedy for all defective actions of the digestive organs ; they augment the appetite, strengthen the Stomach, correct biliousness, and carry off all that is noxious from the system. Holloway’s Pills are composed of rare balsams, uumixed with'baser matter, and on tbit account are pe culiarly well adapted for the young, delicate, and aged. As this peerless medicine has gained fame in the past, so will it preserve it in the future by itsrenovatingand invigoratingqualities and Us incapacity of doing harm.—[Advt.]



New Advertisements. [■ANTED Known—That Friedlander Bros, are opening the best value in Drapery, and as low in price as any house in Christchurch. 515 e A GOOD TEA and CONCERT will be provided by the Star of the East Lodge on the Queen’s Birthday. 506 e npENDERS FOR FENCING. Wanted, TENDERS for at least 200 chains Plough Sod FENCE, stakes and four wires. Specifications to be seen at the office of the undersigned. Tenders close SATURDAY, 27th inst., at noon. So4e MATSON, COX & CO. LOST, from Methven on or about the I 4th of May, a strong Chestnut BAGS* abont eight years old, white star on forehead. Any person delivering same at the Methven Hotel, or giving infor mation that will lead to its recovery will be Rewarded. O ROBERT PATTON. Efcthven, IBth May, 1882. 6010 rf- SHEUR TON BOROUGH - COUNCIL. ELECTION OF AUDITORS. In pursuance of the Municipal Cor porations Act, 1876, and the Regula ting of. Local Elections * ct, 1876, 1 ti B'*® notice that an ELECTION for to act as AUDITORS for iIT, jbo held at the Borough ' ibers, Burnett street, Aah “ISDAT, the Ist day of form .prescribed in iht Hie last-mentioned ovk*A; tioccan be- DAY, the



A novelty in Colonial Hotel accommo dation will be available at “ The Commer cial ” in the shape of a LADIES’ DRAWING-ROOM, Kept specially select and exclusively for Ladies. A high-pressure water supply has been arranged for on the premises, and the Bath Rooms are fitted with every con venience for hot, cold, or shower baths at any time. Comment on the quality of the Liquors supplied at the Commercial is unnecessary, as the cellar is under the special super vision of Mr W. P. Warner. The Hotel being most centrally situate, adjacent to the Cathedral, and within a short distance of the Museum, Theatre, and other public buildings, and with a tram service to all parts of the suburbs passing it at short intervals, renders it unequalled as a place of residence for families or commercial gentlemen visiting Ch ristch urch. For the convenience of commercial travellers sample rooms will be available. An excellent chef de cuisine has been engaged, and generally no pains will be spared to make the Commercial the lead ing Hotel in Christchurch. Prompt attention will be given to tele grams or letters applying for apartments. W. F. WARNER, 500 e Proprietor. HE CENTRAL FREEHOLD LAND, GENERAL COMMISSION AGENCY, VALUATOR, &c. FOR SALE— The above Agency has the following Farms for Sale : 200 acres, 78 acres, 250 acres, 400 acres, 163 acres, 79 acres, and 230 acres, at prices and terms to suit buyers ; full particulars at our offices. TOWNSHIP PROPERTIES. Two four-roomed cottages in Peter street. A five-roomed cottage in Cox street. A five-roomed cottage in Cameron AND TJNDEK THE MANAGEMENT OF William Smith,



street. Two three-roomed cottages on East Belt A six-roomed cottage in Havelock street. A seven-ronnied cottage on East Belt. A two-roomed cottage in Tancred street. TOWN ! SECTIONS. T S. 855, 85G, in Orry street. Three sections in Burnett street. Two sections in Walianui road. Three sections in Peter street. One section in Wakanui road. T.S. 783, Peter street. Two sections facing Old Men’s Home. T. S. 1142, Wills street. Two sections in Cox street. SUBURBAN SECTIONS, We have over 40 lots to choose from, ranging from 1 rood to 16 acres, situated on the Belts, Alford Forest road, Walsh’s paddock, Mayo’s paddock, McLean’s paddock, Tail ored and Allan’s land, etc., etc. MONEY. £6,000 to lend on freehold property, at current rate of interest, in sums of £IOO and upwards. Apply to WILLIAM SMITH, Manager, East street. Ashburton. LIVERPOOL & LONDON & GLOBE INSURANCE COMPANY. Fire Reserve— £l,ooo,ooo. Annual Income— Invested Fund5£6,221,965. £6,221,965. Claims Paid— £1,564,000, £16,809,153. INSURANCES EFFECTED ON Buildings, Furniture, Stocks, Wool (iu shed or stations), Crops (growing or stacked), &c., &c. Agent for Ashburton— WILLIAM SMITH, East street, Ashburton.



SUN FOUNDRY. FOR SALE— Ranges (any size) with copper, cast, or wrought iron boilers; registers, verandah brackets, fretwork, fm.b railings, &c. Patterns of the above can be seen, and orders taken by the undersigned. WILLIAM SMITH, Agent for Ashburton. COALS & FIREWOOD. All orders left at our offices, or for warded by post, will be delivered to any part of the town or suburbs, at the lowest . possible price. WILLIAM SMITH, , Manager, 220 e East street, Ashburton.



New Advertisements aod US. }3e ted Tot ilia )5e rnENDERS are invited for BUILDIN( X a CHURCH, at Wakaliui (near th School.) Plans may be seen by applyin) to the undersigned. Tenders to be sen in not later than 2 p.m. on MONDAY 22nd inst. The lowest or any tender no necessarily accepted, 51 le R. BIRD. I O. G. T. The Dawn of Peace and other Lodges in Ashburton of the above Order, cor dially invite all or any 'of those who, at Mrs Hampson's solicitation, signed the Total Abstinence Pledge to become mem bers of any of these Lodges, and thus add their influence and assistance to the cause of Temperance. Proposals for membership will be willingly received by Messrs S. F. Poyntz for “ The Dawn of Peace J. Hardloy for “ The Safe Retreat and A. Cook for “ The Star of the East.” Friends, show your earnestness by prac tical work. 502 e Gazette in Bankruptcy. R. N OTICE— The Ashburton Guardian t» a Gazette for all notices undt r the Debtors and Creditors Acts IN the District Court of Ashburton, Holden at Ashburton. In the matter of The Debtors and Creditors Act, 1876, the Acts amending Iho same, and of the bankruptcy of HAY TAYLOR SMITH, of Ashburton, Farmer, a Debtor. This is to notify that Hay Taylor Smith, of Ashburton, in the Provincial District of Canterbury, farmer, has this day filed , a statement that he is unable to meet his ! engagements with his creditors. The first ' meeting of creditors to be held at the District Courthouse, Ashburton, on MON- t DAY, the 22nd day of May, 1882, at 11 o’clock in the forenoon. Dated the 17th day of May, 1882. W. MARTIN, Clerk of the Court. C. W. Purnell.



n- New Advertisements. rie at n a 10 r, e. ti 11 i y e s e 3 1 YTTANTED, immediately, several good VV Assistant DRESSMAKERS. Apply, at once, S. W. Alcokn. 503 e WANTED to LET, a four-roomed HOUSE in Peter street. For particulars apply to Elz Baos., Wills street, Ashburton. 6050 f I HE ORDINARY MEETING of the I DEBATING SOCIETY will take place THIS EVENING, in the Upper Chamber Town Hall, at 8 o’clock, when the Vice-President will deliver an Ad dr^sSi W, TOWNSHEND, 608 e Hon. Sec. W ARNER’S COMMERCIAL HOTEL, CATHEDRAL SQUARE, CHRISTCHURCH. W. F. Warner Begs to announce to his many friends in Christehurch'and the adjoining Provinces that having RE-ENTERED INTO POSSESSION of the above Hotel, which has been en tirely renovated, re-decorated, and re furnished in the latest stylo, he is now prepared to welcome his old friends and ( customers. 1 THE BILLIARD SALOON ; Attachel to the Hotel is unsurpassed by I any other in the Colony, containing three J tables specially imported from England to the order of the proprietor. The suites of PRIVATE APARTMENTS, Which are elegantly furnished and ap pointed, ai’e entirely distinct from the G j Hotel portion of the building, thuc insur- n f ing perfect privacy. a



Solicitor for the debtor. 507 e IN the District Court of Ashburton. Holden at Ashburton. In the matter of the Debtors and Creditors Act, 1876, and the several Acts amending the same, and in the matter of the bankruptcy of ANN HARPER, of Ashburton, Boardinghouse-keeper, a Debtor. Notice is hereby given that the above named debtor has this day filed in the above Court a declaration that she is unable to meet her engagements with her creditors. The first meeting of creditors will be held at tho District Courthouse, Ashburton, on MONDAY, the 22nd day of May, 1882, at 11 o’clock in the forenoon. Dated this 17th day of May, 1882. W. MARTIN, Clerk of the Court. E. G. Crisp, Solicitor for said debtor. 5100 IN the District Court of Ashburton, Holden at Ashburton. In the matter of the Debtors and Creditors Act, 1876, the several Acts amending the same, and of the bankruptcy of HENRY BOWERS, of Ashburton, Miller, a Debtor. This is to notify that Henry Bowers, of Ashburton, miller, has this day filed a statement that he is unable to meet his engagements with his creditors. The first meeting of creditors to be held at the District Courthouse, Ashburton, on MON DAY, the 22nd day of May, 1882, at 11 o’clock in the forenoon. Dated this 17th day of May, 1882. W. MARTIN, Clerk of the Court. Gerald D. Branson, Solicitor for the debtor. 512 e Meetings. Mount somers road dis trict. A PUBLIC MEETING of Ratepayers will be held at the Road Board Office, Mount Somers, on THURSDAY, May 25, at 3 p.m., to consider the Objections that may be lodged against CLOSING the unused Road near Mr Hoyle’s farm, Valetta, under section 4, Public Works Act, 1880. .By order. C. J. WENTWORTH COOKSON, Junr., Surveyor to the 478 e Mount Somers Road Board.



Educational. HIGH SCHOOL. The above School will RE-OPEN, for the Second Term, on THURSDAY, 18th May instant. For further information apply to the Head Master, or to F. MAIN WARING, 452 e Secretary High School Board. To Let and for Sale. jgSSEX SEED WHEAT. ON SALE- A small quantity, very clean. Early application necessary. H. MOFEATT, 344 e Wakanui Mill. IT' OR SALE, Cheap.—A FARM, con ; tabling 284£ Acres, well watered, situated at Wakanui. ICO acres in fallow, 70 acres in English grass, balance in stubble. Apply to Thomas Dalton, Wakanui, or Ollice of this Paper. 4180 O R SALE. OATS, CHAFF, BRAN, and POTATOES, at Lowest Current Rates. 41 Oe JAMESON & ROBERTS General stoke, mount SOMERS. WANTED to SELL or LEASE, the above Store, to which is attached a seven roomed House and Store-room, quite new and fitted up with Tanks, Leamington Range, Copper, and every convenience, together with a four-stall Stable and Coach-house, quarter acre section, all I fenced and cultivated. The Stock, which is a carefully-selected one, Fittings, and Plant to be taken at valuation, or other wise to suit purchaser or lessee. The business is in splendid working order, and doing an average of £250 per month, situated in a new and rising district, where the coal and stone is just being opened out, in which a largo trade is sure to be done. The railway just completed is within 3| miles of the store, and there is every prospect of its being completed to the bridge, £ mile from the store, in a very short time. This is a splendid opening for a small capitalist. The reason the present proprietor is dis posing of his business is ill-health, being ordered a warmer climate. Further particulars by applying either hv letter or person to W. H. PUDDICOMBE, Present Proprietor Mount Somers Store; Or WILLIAM SMITH, 494 e Commission Agent, Ashburton.



Matson, Cox, and Co. id of ir- Matson, Cox, & Co. LAND, STOCK, AND ESTATE AGENTS. P * LOANS NEGOTIATED at Lowest Rates rs and on most favorable terms. i- WOOL, GRAIN, SEED, AND GENERAL MERCHANTS. t We have now on hand FOR SALE— Woolpacka Cornsacks Castor Oil Fencing Wire (7, 8,9, 10) Barbed Spiked Wire Stakes Posts Rails Staples Turnip Seeds of all desc tions Clover Seeds do Timothy Cocksfoot Rye Grass Mangolds Potatoes Teas in boxes and I OATS, BRAN, CHAFF &c., &c. I j i £ AGRICULTURAL MACHINERY— 4 REAPERS AND BINDERS, &c. f We are now prepared to purchase j WOOL in large or small quantities, or ship same to the Melbourne or home ® markets, or to sell at the forthcoming Wool Sales in Christchurch, and to a make 4



To Let and Por Sale. GTA N D ' ie 8 J ig FOR SALE, CHEAP A splendid it SECTION of LAND, at the Corner of I, St Asaph and Durham streets. For par it ticulara apply to W. PENGELLY, Christchurch; Or -472 e L. H. WILKINS, Ashburton. g rp O LET. The FARM belonging to Messrs 4 Cowan and Tomes (lately in the occupa e tion of Mr Francis Casa), Wakanui, " comprising the following : * Rural Section 28403—7C5a 9 Rural Section 28404—95 a 23r 3 Rural Section 28405—103a1r13p Rural Section 28406—387 a 2r 20p Rural Section 28407 —234 a 3r lOp All the above can be bad as one com pact Farm—is nearly all laid down in English grass, and well fenced, with plenty of water. Apply, 39Se MATSON, COX & CO. TO LET, to a good tenant, at a low Rental, a FARM of 900 Acres. Land is all fenced, is partly laid down in grass, and is well watered. Apply for particulars Office of this Paper. 23e Licensing Notices. OF ASHBURTON. I, JAMES QUIGLEY, of Dromore, : do hereby give notice that I desire to obtain, and will at the next Licensing Meet ing, to be holden at the Tinwald, Tem perance Hall, on the 7th day of June, apply for a certificate, authorising the issue of a Publican’s License, for a house to be erected at Tinwald, on sections No. 121 and 122, containing 15 rooms, exclusive of those required for use of family. Dated the 16th day of May, 18 2. t 489 e JAMES QUIGLEY. C



V. R. Licensing district of mount HUTT. In conformity with Clause No. 46 of the Licensing Act, 1881, I hereby give notice that a POLL of the RATE PAYERS will be taken to determine whether Publicans’, New Zealand Wine, Accommodation or Bottle Licenses may or may not be respectively increased in the above named district. The POLL will be taken at the Board Oflice, Methven, and the Schoolhouse, Barrhill, on FRIDAY, the 2nd day of June, 1882, between the hours of 9 a.m. and 0 p.m. ARTHUR MAKEIG, 3770 Presiding Officer. V. R. J ICENSIN6 ACT, 1881. JNOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that, in pursuance of the abovonamed Act, the QUARTERLY MEETINGS of the Licensing Committees will be held in the undermentioned districts at the times and places specified below, for the purpose of taking into consideration all applications made under the above Act, of which due notice is given to the Clerk of the Licensing Committee. Mount Hutt Road Board Office, Methven, June 2nd next, at noon. South Rakaia —R.M. Courthouse, South Rakaia, Bth June next, at noon. A. MAKEIG, Clerk Licensing Committee. R.M. Court, South Rakaia, 29th April, 1882. 378 e Public Notices. A : SHBURTON HUNT CLUB. The HOUNDS will MEET at Mr Digby’s Bridge, on THURSDAY next, at 2 p.m, sharp. FRED. G. SHURY, 497 e Hon. Sec. CANTERBURY AGRICULTURAL & PASTORAL ASSOCIATION. GRAND MID- WINTER SHOW OF FAT STOCK, GRAIN. SEEDS, AND ROOTS, HUNTERS, CAVALRY CHARGERS, AND PONIES, &a. THURSDAY, MAY 251 h INST. Entries for the above will Close on SATURDAY, _oth in-t. Entry forms and premium catalogues on application to M. MURPHY, 490 e Secretary.



~|~~yLl LEAHY has Removed to the late residence of Mr A. Orr, Tancred street. CONSULTING HOURS—IO to 11 a.in., and 7to 8 p.m. ■ 37Ce O TICE. Having Sold my Butchering Business, I hereby give notice, that all ACCOUNTS DUE to me, must be paid to Mr W. H. Gundry, East street, without delay, in order that the books may be closed. 487 e OCTAVIUS DIG BY. N 0 T .._ l 0 K TO PASSENGERS. The Coach to Gracroft will be DIS CONTINUED until further notice, on account of bad roads, and the Mail will be carried on a pack-horse. A. JACKSON, 277 e Proprietor. rjp RESP AS S NOTICE. Any person found TRESPASSING on the Lagmhor Estate, or damaging the fences, will bo PROSECUTED. DONALD M'LEAN, 313 e Lagmhor. rjIHE ASHBURTON GUARDIAN. PRICE ONE PENNY. PUBLISHED EVERY EVENING. Advertisers are reminded that Tub Ashburton Guardian is the ONLIi DAILY PAPER published between Christchurch and Tinnmi, and com mands a LARGER CIRCULATION throughout the County of Ashburton than any other Journal. The Ashburton Guardian circulates largely in the Town and Suburbs, and also in Rakaia, Chertsey, Seafiekl, Meth ven, Alford Forest, Mount Somers, Wakanui, Longleach, Ashburton Forks, Tinwald, Winslow, Waterton, and every part of the Comity of Ashburton within the reach of postal communication, thus being the best genet al as well as local medium for Advertising. The Ashburton Guardian will bo forwarded to any address in the colony for 24s per annum (paid in advance), or 6s 6d per quarter, postage extra.



LIBERAL CASH ADVANCES When in Our Stokes. FORTNIGHTLY SALES OF STOCK Will be held at ASHBURTON AND TINWALD ALTERNATELY. NEXT SALE at ASHBURTON YARDS On TUESDAY, MAY 23. Agents for Royse, Stead, and Co. Agents for Robey, s Threshing Machines. MATSON, COX, * CO. T. Bullock. T. Bullock, AUCTIONEER, ESTATE AND GENERAL COMMISSION AGENT, EAST STREET, AND AT THE BAZAAR, BURNETT STREET, Ashburton. F O R S E Lot 37, half-acre, Hampstead, part of R.S. 7767 T. BULLOCK. F O R E. Five or Ten Acres GRASS LAND, together with a Dwelling-House of 6 Rooms, situated about one mile from the Town Belt North, T. BULLOCK, F OR SALE, CHEAP. A LARGE CHAFF-CUTTER, By Reid and Gray. Suitable for horse or stram power, T. BULLOCK. T O E T SHOP in Havelock street next door to Messrs Everett Bros., drapers. Apply to T. BULLOCK. 0 E T SHOP and DWELLING-HOUSE in Moore street, at a very low rental —vi*., LOs per week. 1 T. BULLOCK. FOR SALE, on account of Mr Donald Stewart—Lots 517, 518, 519, 53G, >37, 538, Tinwuld ; each containing one quarter-acre, on which is erected a well built Four-roomed Cottage, with Pump >n premises; also other improvements. Phis property will be sold on very liberal terms. T. BULLOCK. F O R S E SPRING CART, new ; also, GIG, second hand. T. BULLOCK. pOR SALE, OR TO LET, LOT 2, Trevorton, with Comfortable COTTAGE erected thereon. Also, TWO \CRES LAND, near the above. The •eason for disposing of this property is hat the owner has taken a small Farm. Apply to T. BULLOCK. M o E Several Sums ready for investment on approved Freehold Security, at the lowest current rate of interest. Apply to T. BULLOCK. Barristers, Solicitors, &c. C. W. Purnell, ARRISTER AND SOLICITOR, EAST STREET. 4050 /GOVERNMENT PUBLICATIONS. District Court Rules, Land Transfer Handy-Book and Acts, Joint Stock Com panies Acts, &0., on Sale at Office of this Paper ___



J. T. Ford and Co. TO STOCK OWNERS, FARMERS, AND OTHERS, IN THE COUNTY OP ASHBURTON. We beg to announce that we have COMMENCED BUSINESS ASHBURTON, AS AUCTIONEERS & COMMERCIAL AGENTS, For the Sale of STATIONS, FARMS, LIVE AND DEAD STOCK, PRODUCE, &c. Wo have arranged with Messrs Pkiedlander Bros, to receive entries, and to make arrangements for sales on our account in the Ashburton District. Our experience in all classes of Farm and Station Properties, Stock, Produce <fec., and our intimate knowledge of th markets in the chief centres of New Zealand, combined with the close ac quaintance with the requirements of the district of Messrs Freidlander Bros., who will carry out the arrangements for sales s a guarantee (hat the business entrusted to our care will l>e well and promptly attended to. J. T. Ford and Co., AUCTIONEERS, Christchurch, Timarn, and Ashburton. WITH reference to the above, our name is a sufficient guarantee that any business entrusted to our care will receive every possible attention. FRIEDLANDER BROS., Merchants. May 23, 1881. 880 a Tenders. T O BUILDERS. The undersigned require TENDERS for the erection of a BONDED STORE, in brick. Plans and specifications to be seen at our office. FRIEDLANDER BROS., 492 e East street. T o BUILDERS TENDERS are invited for the EREC TION of SHOPS, OFFICES Ac. (brick and stone), in Burnett street, for Mr T. Bullock, Plans and specifications may be seen at Messrs C. E. Fooks and Son’s Office, where tenders are to be sent in not later than 12 noon on THURSDAY, May 25th, accompanied by a guarantee deposit of L 5. 455 e T. BULLOCK.



Lost. LOST nr STRAYED, Two HEIFERS (one spotted and one strawberry), two years old, from Ashburton County Saleyards, on or about 25th April last. A Reward of £1 will be given to any body giving information that will lead to their recovery. Apply to A. Ede, Alford Forest. 454 e Public Companies. BRITISH AND MERCAN- TILE INSURANCE COMPANY. Established 1809. Subscribed Capital Fire Fund Life Fund ... Premiums for 1880 £2,000,000 1,201,2-13 3,380,107 951,173 Ashburton Agency: POYNTZ AND CO.. East stiieet. 74 c Business Notices, Jameson & Roberts, Ashburton, Are CASH PURCHASERS OF RYE GRASS, WHEAT, OATS BARLEY Farmers’ Lots of Rye Grass CLEANED as usual at low rates. Storage for all kinds of Grain, and Liberal Advances made on same, if re quired. Agents for the New Zealand Insurance Company. Standing Crofs Insured until threshed and carted out of paddocks. Cornsacks and Twine supplied at cur rent prices. 177 d N SALE. Felt Chest and I ung Protectors Respirators American Chest Expaudeis American Elastic Stockings and Knee caps American Elastic Belts and Trusses American Enemas Allen and Hanbury’a Perfected Cod Liver Oil Eau de Suez Nestlo’s Milk Food Du Barry’s, Hard’s, Ncave’s Ridge’s, and Liebig’s Infanta’ Foods Pear’s Transparent Glycerine Soap. STRYCHNINE, 200 ounces now in Port Lyttelton.



rpHE LION BREWERY CO. The above Company having commenced Brewing, are now in a position to Supply Ale and Porter Of first-class quality, at reasonable rates. A quantity of Yeast and Grains always on hand. G. WOOD, (Late of the Ashburton Brewery), 75e Resident Manager. LFORD BREWERY. Quinton Bros., BREWERS & BOTTLERS, KE.UI THE OLD MEN’S HOME, ALFORD FOREST ROAD, ASHBURTON. Quinton Bros, beg to inform the public of Ashburton District that having completed their New Brewery at the above address, and engaged an ex perienced Brewer, they are now prepared to supply ALES and PORTER of first class quality, brewed from pure Malt and Hops. Having taken First Prizes at the Ash burton Agricultural and Pastoral Shows in 1879 and 1880, they trust this will be a sufficient guarantee of the quality of their Liquors. Family Trade will be specially attended to. QUINTON BROS., ALFORD BREWERY. 858 d rpHE FUTURE OF NEW ZEALAND, As the future prosperity of these sunny isles depends in a great measure on the support which is given to colonial manu factures, A. Craighead & Co., MERCHANT TAILORS, TaNCRKD STREET, Have determined to encourage the mamifactin-e of Colonial Tweeds as much as the requirements of their business will permit. By following this course they will be enabled not only to foster the growth and development of the internal resources of New Zealand, but will alsc be enabled to other to their friends, patrons, and the general public a very SUPERIOR ARTICLE AT A MODERATE PRICE. To cany this idea to a piactical issue they have just been favored with a large consignment of the CELEBRATED KAIAPOI TWEEDS, Manufactured to their special order for the coming season. As these Tweeds are equal, and in some respects superior, to anything of the same class that can be imported, they feel confident that, by strict attention to business, and by the exercise of their usual care in cutting and fitting, they will continue to give that satisfaction which their rapidly increasing business warrants them in believing they have given in the past.



J. M. CAMBRIDGE, Pharmaceutical Chemist. 337 d CHAFF. CHAFF. Jones & Bradshaw, CORN AND CHAFF DEALERS, Archibald street, Tikwald, Deg to inform the public that they have purchased a large quantity of dean and v,cll-saved OATEN STRAW, which hav ing been threshed and cut into Chafl by their own machines, they can safely gua rantee it good and free from wire, and t Her the same, with Oats, crushed or un crushed. Bran, Sharps, etc., at the lowest pcs sible prices. J. and B. also beg to notify that they CRUSH GRAIN, in large or small quan tities, at their Store, and keep a Portable Steam Chaff-cutter to cut Chaff for far mers on the premises. All charges extremely moderate. 496 e



PERFECT FIT GUARANTEED. A. CRAIGHEAD AND CO. Undersigned wish to intimate that ■*" hey are in a position to supply every class of Agricultural Implements and Machinery, including Grain Drills, of different makes, comprising the “ McSherry,” “Champion,” “Farmers’ Friend,” and “Anglo-American,” at the Lowest Prices, and are prepared to indent Engines and Combines, and extras for Engines and Combines, from any Eng lish maker for next season’s threshing. P. AD. DUNCAN, Ashburton. (Head Oflice, Tuam street Chiistchurcb.) 240 c SHBURTON BREWERY. Messrs Wood & Co. BREWERS AND BOTTLERS, Have much pleasure in informing the public that, having completed their exten sive alterations in the above Biewcry, they are now prepared to supply, Whole sale and Retail, a fust-class article, botli in ALES and STOUT, at a gieatly re duced price. 'ihey have also made special arrange ments for supphing those light BITTER ALES so highly appreciated both at, Home and abroad. All Ales and Porter from this date will he guaranteed, and delivered carriage paid to any railway station. N.B.—On Sale, a largo quantity of good MALT VINEGAR, price 2s per gallor. Fresh Yeast ar 1 Grains on Sale daily. WOOD AND CO. I’UU u , AsimUMON BIIfWEKY, Cameron street.



Business Notices. L OCAL EXHIBIT lON Has much pleasure in announcing to his Customers the arrival of an Immense Stock of New Drapery, Clothing, & Fancy Goods, Ex Lurline and City of Perth. A SPLENDID ASSORTMENT OF GERMAN JACKETS,: Nice fitting goods. Several cases of New Millinery, Plush, Seal and Velvet Hats and Bonnets, in Gre Variety Black and Colored Velveteens, in all the newest shades, at very moderate prices A. Great Variety of the new Liver, Kail and Road Serge, so fashionable in Engla ; (see Queen’s Journal) A Grand Selection of Homespun Tweeds, in all the shades Hosiery and Gloves, in endless variety Umbrellas, Stays, Ties, Collars, Dress-Trimmings, Etc. BLANKETS AND FLANNELS. An Immense Stock of Boslyn, Kaiapoi, and English Blankets and Flannels jua opened up. Flannel from fid per yard. CLOTHING, &c. Men’s Suits from 40s upwards. Boys’ Suits from 12s Cd. Suits made to orde correct fit guaranteed 40 dozen Men’s and Boj-s’ Hats just to band, splendid value Men's Shirts in endless variety, from Is Cd 10 cases Boots just to hand, greatly reduced in prices A. O. begs to state that all his Drapery Stock is Purchased FOR CASH thereby saves Large Discounts, of which the public will get the full benefit. SOLE AGENT FOR DAVIS’ VERTICAL FEED SEWING MACHINE.



A S all with brains, and even those with none to speak of, have by this time solved my enigma, it must give place to the present advertisement.—l take thi opportunity to again thank all my cus tomers sincerely for their liberal and continued support since commencing business for myself over a ago. They seem not to be tired meor my goods; and certainly it con tinues to be a pleasure as well as my busi ness to attend every day upon their wants and wishes. Jedging by my largely -in creasing trade, the Packet Teas (care fully Selected and properly Blended) are giving great satisfaction to consumers. A FRESH CONSIGNMENT JUST TO HAND. Seasonable Fruits in Variety. Grocery and Italian Goods or. Sale as usual. Good Butter and Fresh Eggs purchased at Best Market Price. H. M. Carson’ Fruit and Italian Warehouse, nex Bank of New Zealand, East street. Sole Agent for Nelson, Moate, & Co.’s Puke Blended Teas, in packets an boxes. 3o L F O R D FOREST The undersigned have always on hand for sale POSTS, BAILS, STAKES, STRAINERS AND EIRE WOOD, In any quantity. BUILDING TIMBER FOR STABLES As per order. All outside the Bush. GOOD SECURE PADDOCK FOE. HORSES. Cooper Brothers. N. B.—Delivered in any part of County, as per order. TRADE BAKERY, AND SOMERSET BUTCHERY. Having combined the two Businesse together, and by keeping a good LOA at 6d, and 1C( zs to the lb, trust to receive a shr.ro of patronage. Stick to Free Trade and Free Trade will Stick to You. I?. LANCASTER. 34 Geo. Booth & Sons, Agricultural implement importers, Tuam & St. Asaph streets, Christchurch. SOLE AGENTS FOR— A Ransomes’ Engines and Threshers liirst and Bradley’s Gang and Sulky Ploughs Randall Revolving Disc Harrows T “ Fanner's Friend,” and ‘‘Monarch’ Grain Drills The Wonderful ‘‘Easy ’’Lawn Mowers. The Best of Every thing. All kinds of Farm Implements and Bequisites always in Stock. Write us for Circulars and Prices before purchasing. Agent : FREDK. PAYITT, 4730 Ashburton. W. H. GUN DRY, Estate & station age at, LICENSED LAND BROKER AND GENERAL MERCHANT EAST STREET, ASHBURTON HAS ON SALE— Fencing Wire, Nos. 8 and 9, Posts and Bails, Stakes Turnip, Clover, and Gorse Seeds Station and Farm Stores Boiled and Raw Oil Raddle Lampblack, Ac., Ac. COAT. AND FIREWOOD. Agent for AUSTRALIAN MUTUAL PROVIDENT SOCIETY. STANDARD FIRE A MARINE IN’ SURANCE COMPANY. STANDARD PROPERTY INVEST MENT SOCIETY. P 0 R SALE Quarter-acre Section, No. 91, Bullock’ Block, East Town Belt. Cheap. Term CaSy W. H. GUNDRY O N E Y TO L E N On approved Freehold security in various sums, at lowest curren' fates. Apply to W. H. G undry, LICENSED LAND BRO (under the Land Transfer Act.