SPORTING.

fl.O J.O. SPRING MR 1 TING. " The following are the final results of yesterday's racing:— Spuing Handicap, 100 soys. Quo and a half miles. Mr H. Goodman’s Billy, Bst 41b ... 1 Mr P. Butler’s Tim Whiffler, Bst 21b... 2 Mr J. Matthews’ lonic, 6st 71b ... 3 Selling Hurdle Back, of 20 sov. Messrs M. and C. Hobbs’ Our Pony ... 1 Mi H. Goodman’s Unit 2 Mr - !?* IiYXHO HASDic.ir, 40 savs ; six furlongs. Mr H. Goodman’s Billy, 9st 1 Mr D. Matthews’lonic, Oat 71b ... 2 Messrs M. and 0. Hobbs’ Jackdaw, 6st Tib .* Mr K. A. Bowden’s Norman, 7st 101 b 0 Selling Hack Race, 15 sovs. Mr F. Simmons’s Naylor 1 Messrs Hobbs’ Tongariro 2 Consolation Handicap, 20 sovs; one mile.’ Mr Matthews’ lonic, Sat 71b 1 Messrs Hobbs Bros.’ Jackdaw, aged, - Bsf ... ... ... ... 2 Mr P. Jones’ Pirate. 7st 71b 3

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Twehtbe’s tbmgrams—coptmghx.] Monetary aw«i Commercial. London November 24. ...Money and--produce markets are unchanged. At the wool auction to day 9,906 bales were offered. A good competition was experinced. The Mails. The Homeward mails per Orient steamship Iberia, from Melbourne (October 17th), were delivered via Biindisi to-day. Shipping. Arrived—Ship Dunscore, from Lyt telton (August isth).

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(bBDTBB’S TELEQBAMS—COPTBIOHT.) . She Markets. ; Melbourne, Yesterday. 'The Melbourne Manager of the Na tkrfud Mortgage and Agency Company erf New Zealand, limited, reports of the local’ grain market as follows Wheat :upland, 3s lod to 3s ud; malting'barley, 4s to 4s 6d, no improve ment m -the market; New Zealand Qats, feeding sorts, 33 $d to 3s 1 id, market flat and prices nominal'; milling seres, quieter and weaker at 35 lid to 4a id ; New Zealand pats, under bond, 3s to 3s id.. Prices barely maintained, v ■■ Shipping. Sailed, this afternoon—Te Anau, for the Bluff The Derby Protest. Consideration of protest lodged against Rufus, the winner of the V.R.C. Derby, was concluded to-day, and re sulted it its dismissal. 'A Mark of Respect. Both Houses of Parliament ad journed to-day, as a mark of respect to the late Sir William Mitchell, Pre sident of the Legislative Council.

Arrival of the Coptic. Hobabt, Yesterday. Arrived—Steamship Coptic, from London (Oct. nth).

TELEGRAMS.

Fatal Accident.

{PBB PKItaS ASSOCIATION.] Died at Sea. Auckland, To-day. Arrived—Nightingale, brigantine, from Dunedin. Paring the voyage a man named Henry Fenton died suddenly, and was buried at sea. ■ Fire. Palmerston North, To-day. An old building known as Peck’s brewery, waa destroyed - by fire last night. Lyons's coi dial factory-adjoining bad a narrow escape. The fire is supposed to have been caused by the building being occupied by drunken tramps. Chairmanship. Nafieb, To-day. Mr F. Sutter, late M.H.B. for Hawke’a Bay, was elected for the seventh time. Chairman of the County Conncil to-day. Shipping. ’ Chbistcuoech, To-day. The New Zealand Shipping Company’s Steamer Ruapehu sailed this morning for Plymouth, with 68 passengers and a full cargo of produce. Fatality. V" ’ Oamabct, To-day. This morning a yonng man named Reid, « scavenger, was killed by his cart falling on him.

Dunbdin, To-day, A thirteen year bid sonjof Mr Me 0 onald, bf Waits! una, was killed by a fall from a hone.

In an article on the Pacific mail service the San Francisco Merchant of October 24 aaya :—“ The Premier of New Zealand in bis address stated that the San Fran ' cisco line was costing them very little. Such being the case, with increase of speed and accommodation for passengers, i* must not only cost nothing in the future bat produce a profit for the colony. We have already pointed out that by making ' Bussell in New Zealand and San Diego in Southern California porta of call, London will be reached in the short space of twenty-three days and twelve hours. New Zealand can and no doubt will shortly make tbM .event an accomplished fact. It baa only tb ball for tenders to carry out this object and the wotk ia done. It is now the controlling power, and it will afford ns considerable satisfaction to find that it has the firmness to insist on what is un doubtedly for the best interest of the •colony. New South Wales deserves richly to be Toft out in the cold. As soon as New Zealand mails are delivered at Bussell the weasel can steam direct to Melbourne. The travelling population of that colony is more numerous than from 1 any of the others, so that by making Melbourne the texminna the interests of the company will be considerably benefited. We as Americans owe a duty to ounelves, and in this instance it is paramount that we be up and stirring and press our claims upon Congress at ita next sitting. In the in terests of American manufactures we have a rightto demand that the sole burden of tbik : new contract be not borne by the colony of New Zealand. We as a nation •re already pledged through our represen tatives to contribute to its maintenance, and (we should certainly insist that our good faith be strictl> kept.” "The local industries of Ashburton are grow ing apace. A visit to the principal workshops - ie tins town will convince any of our readers that there is still a splendid future before us il we only patronise those of our enterprising townsmen who are determined to do a legiti mate lusincss with small profits. In Burnett street the workshops of Messrs Meech and Co. present a busy appearance, and having im -1 proved ,machinery are able to turn out an ex ; cefientdkplay of household furnishings equal ■ to jinv in Canterbury.,, .We anticipate a great r demana ana a satisfactory profit for the manu factimats iii return. In Kast street Messrs M. -' ai)id Co: have also opened a show room, where ■f, 'iVtoboieen some very fine furniture suitable J to and we believe at prices that i\ must command -already sale. Our advice is - !s stock for . bouse fur*

THE ASHBURTON GUARDIAN, WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 66, 1884.



Masonic # & A MASONIC ser: Prenched by the I Presbyterian minister, c SUNDAY, Nov. 30th, i Hall, Tancred street, at 2 tion in a : d of Benevolent terian Choir will assist. All are cordially invited INSTALL' TION Officers of the Thistle Lo will ta«ie place in the Masi cred street, on MONDAY atsp.no. sharp. District for Canterbury, Rev James ton. will per f orm the ceren -Visiting Brethren cordh By order of the W. SPARRC 11 2189 Ho Public Notic IRD S I Twopence per dozen w EGGS and HEADS of a livered at the following pit Road Board Office. Schoo lands, Wakanui, Seafield, Tinwald, Willowby, Longi Flemington. B Messrs Fribclandee B appointed Ashburton AG Belfast Chemical Works, a Superphosphate, Nitropho or Bone Dust, at Factor rail charges added. For circulars, etc., apply FRIEDLaNDER 10 1974 Ashburton a rinala P r



Stock Sale iiakaia £ WE bes to intimate that for the futur will be held at the Rak THURSDAY in evt NEW ZEALAND LOA! CANTILE AGENC LOST— About 15 wo S/lEEP, branded U brand indistinct. Anybod mation leading to their n rewarded. J. A. McLe. Ashburton. Lose, a mouse-colored 16th instant, from Quill horse is six years old wi brand on the near ahoulc back. The finder will reci STOCK, IMPLEME] SUNDRIES 7 1608 MATSON, Lost, Found, 0



Tenders rp o bui TENDERS are invitee a Presbyterian Church Pians and specifications application to the unden tenders are to be sent : p. a\ on FRIDAY, sth lowest or any tender no ceptod. 11 2201 TENDERS are invited TION of a DWELLII Wakanui, for Mr Jamei and specifications may be tion to the undersigned, i are to be sent not Jater tfc SATURDAY, 29ch insfc. any tender not necessarily 11 2186 CANTERBURY PL BOARD. Notice is hereby given < is prepared to LET on term of fourteen years, Plantation Reserve : COUNTY OF ASH] About 2CG acres, part of adjoining Rural Set Tenders for the above Jressed to the Chairman Christchurch, and sent in -he Ist December next. EDWARD G. ’ 21st Nov., 1884. To Let and Fo TO LET—Those large in Tancred street al pied by H. J. Weeks. F lars apply to J. Fowler, 1 OBU I I TO LET—Five-roomed j -i i.



SEWING MACHINE. None bo' Simple. None ao Datable None so Reliable. Will do a greater range of work than any other Machine yet made. No, I—With polished Walnut table £7/10 £B/8 No. 2—With beautifully fin ished cover ... ... 8/8 9/9 No. 3—Same as No. 2, with drop leaf (for dress makers) ... ... 8/15 9/15 No. 4—Large table, drop leaf, two side drawers, — very handsome ... 9/10 10/10 THE HOME COMPANION HAND LOCK-STITCH SEWING MACHINE, In Box with handle— Cash £4 4 0 Terms £4 10 0 Unequalled as a Hand Machine for sim plicity, strength and beauty, and cannot get out of order. A girl 12 years of age can work it with ease. Guaranteed throughout for five years. Terms—Not less than £1 deposit, and £1 per month. Send your orders to the STANDARD SEWING MACHINE COY W. MADDERN, Agent, Havelock street, Ashburton, BICYCLES. Manufactured in Coventry or tub STANDARD MACHINE COM PAN i Every improvement has been intro duced in the construction to ensure most reliable and perfect Machine. Prices, from £ls. YOUTHS’ AND BOYS’ TRICYCLES, (By Hillman, Herbert and Cooper, Coventry.) We would call attention to these as tb best for young people. Made of same material as full-sized Machines, and prc portoniately strong and elegant. Prices, from £5. In ordering give age of intended ridere Send for particulars: THE STANDARD MACHINE CO., W. MADDERN, Agent, Ashburton.



SINGING CLASS. Quarter commences THURSDAY, 24th, Oddfellows' Hall. Singing at sight. Part singing, Glees, etc., etc. Terms —One Guinea per quarter. 4960 Royal commission RE * Unemployed IN CANTERBURY. The Commissioners will hold a Sitting in the Borough Council Chambers, ASHBURTON, OK THURSDAY NEXT, NOVEMBER 27, Between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. For the purpose of hearing the evidence of persona out of work and others ac quainted with the condition of the un employed in the town and district. J. DRUMMOND MACPHERSON, 11 2157 Chairman. TMPORTANT NOTICE. MR J. H. WALLIS, ARTIST, is now in Ashburton, and is open to receive commissions to PAINT PORTRAITS in Oils, either from life sittings or from photographs —and in order to aflord the public an opportunity of obtaining a good picture, on easy terms, he has decided to establish a Portrait Club. PROSPECTUS— The Club is to be limited to Fifty Mem ber, subscribing as follows: — 10 members at Is per week 30 subscriptions 10 „ 2s 6d „ 26 „ 10 ~ 5s ~ 21 ~ 10 „ 7s 6d „ 28 „ 10 „ 10s 61 ~ 30 A drawing for precedence to take place every week. Further particulars on ap' plication to MR WALLIS, 11 2134 Hill’s Hotel. Wool. Wool. WE have just completed arrangements with Messrs R. Wilkin and Co., whereby wo are in a position to put far mers and others, who wish to try the CHRISTCHURCH MARKET, upon the best footing. The Wool is Carted free from Railway Station to Messrs Wilkin and Co. ’s store, and we are prepared to make liberal cash advances on Wool sent through us Free of Commission. The first sale of the series to take place on FRIDAY, 21st of Nov., at Messrs R. Wilkin and Co.’s Wool Stores, Hereford street, Christchurch, when fully 1,5C0 bales will be offered. FRIEDLANDER BROS. We are purchasers should farmers pre fer selling" on the spot to sending to Christchurch.



Railway Notice. ZEALAND RAILWAYS. (Christchurch Section.) DUNEDIN AGRICULTURAL SHOW, NOY. 26th and 27th, AND RACES, NOY. 29th and DEO. Ist, 1884. CHEAP EXCURSION TO DUNEDIN. Excursion Tickets to Dunedin available for Return up to and including 13th De cetnbar, will be issued at Ashburton from 25th to 29th November inclusive. FARES— First Class ... 33s Second Glass .... ... 22s Passengers holding Excursion Tickets may break the journey at any stopping station, continuing it subsequently. FREDK. BACK, Traffic Manager. District Traffic Manager’s Office, Christchurch, Nov. 13th, 1884 11 2148 Meetings. ST. STEPHEN’S CHURCH, Ashburton. All ladies of the congregation interested in the forthcoming Garden Party, are re quested to MEET at the Parsonage TO MORROW (Thursday) afternoon, at 4 p.m. 11 2198 E. A. SCOTT. A s HBURTON WESLEYAN CHRISTIAN TEMPERANCE SOCIETY. A PUBLIC MEETING in connection with the above Society will be held in the Church, Cameron street, THIS (Wednes day) EVENING, commencing at 7.30 sharp. Addresses will be given by the Revs. Blake and Nixon, and several musical selections will be rendered by the choir. All are Invited. 11 2197 ALFORD FOREST ANNUAL SPORTS, BOXING DAY, DECEMBER 2Gth, 1884. The next MEETING to arrange a pro gramme will be held at the Alford Forest Hotel, on SATURDAY, December 6th 11 2193 FESTIVAL. The Anniversary Festival of St Andrew’s Church, Tinwald, will take place on WEDNESDAY, DEC. 3, 1884, IN Messrs Friedlander Bros’ Railway Store. Tea and Concert, 2s. Front Seats, 3s. | 11 2188



WALTHAM WATCHES. WALTHAM WATCHES. WALTHAM WATCHES. WALTHAM '"•O BEST TIME-KEEPERS IN THE WORLD. Highest awards at every Exhibition during the last TEN years. REMICK,KEMS/EY&CO 113, MANCHESTER STREET, Christchurch; or, W. MADDERN, Agent, Ablution



S* STEPHEN’S CHURCH, Ashburton. THE ANNUAL Garden Party will be held in the Parsonage Garden ON ANNIVERSARY DAY—TUESDAY, IGth December, 1884. Contributions of Needlework and Pro duce, etc., will be thankfully received at the Parsonage. Admission—2s ; children, Is. Proceeds in reduction of the debt on th* Building Fund. 11 217 STAR OF BSS ASH BURTON. X OYAL ORANGE LODGE, No. 23. TOWN HALL, FRIDAY, DEC. 26 Prizes and Blanks Under the management of Mr SIDNEY WOLF, R.A.M. After which a BALL will be held.



mO TRAVEL THL-> SEASON IN J. THE ASHBURTON AND SUR ROUNDING DISTRICTS, THE CELEBRATED THOROUGHBRED HORSE KINGFISHER. ADMITTED by all real judges, in cluding Colonel Williams, Indian Re-mount officer, to be the grandest horse in the Australian Colonies, for producing weight carrying saddle horses. Colonel Williams visited every stud horse of any note in the colonies, and this was his un solicited opinion Kingfisher's stock top the market in the North Island, and they will assuredly do the same here. Good paddock for mares from a distance at Is per week, until stinted. Groom’s fee, ss, payable at first service. For terms, etc., apply to B. OOOKSON 10 1887 Or Qrocto in



Auctions. r SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 29. } CLEARING SALE OF “ Furniture & Pianos a ITR T, BULLOCK has received im ® IVx structions from Mr H. J. Weeks to Sell by Public Auction, without reserve, at Fowler’s Brick Buildings, Tancred street, on the above date, The balance of his Furniture, etc., comprising— j Tables, chairs, cheffomer, chest drawers Toilet set, pictures, music stools Music cabinet and desk, curtain poles Kitchen utensils, crockery Waehtubs and wringer Dog kennel and chains Lot books and music 3 vols “ Life and Times of Wesley ’’ 2 “All Round the World,” etc., etc. Also at same time and place, 1 German piano, tricord, just imported 1 Bord piano, good instrument 3 American organs 3 violins, 2 music stands Counters and shelves, etc., etc. Sale of furniture, etc., at 11 o’clock. ~ pianos, etc., 12 o’clock. T. BULLOCK, 11 2195 Auctioneer. Metliven. CLEARING SALE OF VALUABLE HORSES IMPLEMENTS PORTABLE WHARE Etc., Etc. ON FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 1884, •iT MESSRS HIBBS BROS’ STORE, M E T H V E N. MESSRS MATSON, COX & CO. have received instructions from Mr J. Bibbs, in consequence of his relin quishing farming and taking to storekeep ing again, to sell as above, The whole of his Extensive and Valuable FARM STOCK AND PLANT, Consisting of 1 fcT Draught HORSES—young, staunch an ji sound 0 Hacks and Light Harness HORSES Drays, Ploughs and Harrows Cbaffcutter with horse-power, new Portable Wharo Harness And a large number of sundries.



ORR & CO. OO RRR BRR AND CO OCR R R R AND O 0 O O RRR RRR AND 0 00 O O R R R R AND 0 0 0 0 00 R RR R AND CO 00 BEG to inform the ladies of Ashburton that they have now opened an ex tensive shipment of New Drapery Ex s.s. DORIC, direct from LONDON comprising Newest Styles in Checked and striped zephyr cloth, new patterns in sateens and prints, the new repp print (the latest novelty), new Galatea stripes and Harvard shirtings, a choice selection of ladies’ and children’s straw hats, an exquisite lot of new flowers and feathers, white, cream, black and colored laces,. broche capes, four in hand, mantles and dust cloaks. An immense variety of ladies’ and childrens hosiery, lace curtains, toilet and maisella quilts, and a complete assortment of domestic drapery, sheetings, towels bleached and unbleached, damask tabling, white and grey calicoes, twilled and plain, etc. THIS SHIPMENT COMING DIRECT FROM THE MANUFACTURERS and having been marked off at exception ally LOW PRICES we have the utmost confidence in recommending them to the attention of purchasers. An early call is respectfully solicited. Special notice is requested to our CLOTHING DEPARTMENT, in which we have just opened out an immense variety of toys’ Norfolk suits, sizes 3 to 11, youths’ and men’s suits from the Kaiapoi Woollen Factory, bought at job prices, to be sold at corresponding reductions.



Sale at 12 o’clock. Luncheon Provided. MATSON, COX & CO. Entries of Extra Stock may be made with Messrs Hibba Bros. , 11 2125 Sporting. "yyr INSLOW RACES. ANNUAL MEETING, THURSDAY, JANUARY Ist, 1884. President—E. G. Wright. Vice-president—D. McLean. Judge—M. Stitt, Starter—G. James. Clerk of the Scales—A. Harrison. ; Clerk of the Course—D. Jackson. Handicap pera—G. James, S. Saunders and M. Stitt. Treasurer—W. Harris. Committee—P. Foster, G. Rickards, D. • Jackson, W. Harris, G. James, S. Cox, J. Corrigan, A. McLeod and W. Cookie. Programme : 1. Handicap Hurdle Race, of 15 sovs ; over six flights of hurdles, about 3ft 6in high ; nomination, 10s ; accept ance, 20s ; l£ miles. 2. Winslow Cup (handicap), of 30 sovs ; nomination, 20s ; acceptance, 20s ; second horse to receive 5 sovs from the stake ; 14 miles. 3. Trotting Race (a distance handicap), of 10 sovs ; nomination, 10s ; accept ance, 10s ; 2 rfftles. 4. Maiden Plate, of 15 sovs; weight for age ; entrance, 50s ; 1 mile, 5. Selling Hack Race, of 10 sovs ; the winner to be sold immediately after the race for 15 sovs ; any surplus to go to the funds of the Committee; 1 mile. 6. Consolation Handicap, of 10 sovs; nomination, 10s, to be made imme diately after the Selling Hack Race is run ; acceptance 10s to be made within 10 minutes of declaration of the weights. X mile



RULES AND REGULATIONS. 1. No entry will be received except on the condition that all disputes, claims, and objections arising out of the racing shall be decided by the Committee, or whom they may appoint; their decision on all points in carrying out the pro gramme to be final. 2. Ashburton Racing Club’s Racing Rules strictly adhered to. 3. The races are open to any horse that has been commonly resident in the country lying between the south bank of ithe Selwyn and the north bank of the Orari from September 30th, 1884, and up to the date of the forthcoming meeting, and owned by a person who has resided in the district above defined during the same period. 4. Five per cent, will be deducted from the gross of all moneys payable in accord ance with this programme for expenses of the course. 5. All nominations and acceptances go to the funds of the Committee. 6. Three horses to start or no race. NOMINATIONS AND ACCEPTANCES Nominations to be accompanied by fees, name, and performances of the horse and colors of the rider to be in the hands of the Secretary, addres sed Winslow Hotel, or lodged with Mr S. Saunders, secretary A.R.C., before 9p. m. on Dec. 20th. Weights will be declared on 29 th Deo, Acceptances to be made to the Secre tary at the Winslow Hotel, or to Mr S. Saunders, not later than Wednesday, December 31st, at 8 p.ra. F. M. FOSTER, 11 2183 Hon. Secretary. A. Harrison. Alfred Harrison, A UOTIONEER, STOCK & ESTATE \ AGENT. VEJEKLY SALE every SATURDAY, at 12 o’clock. Horses, Cows, Poultry, Pigs, and Merchandise. AGENT for THE NORWICH UNION FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY.



Requisition. A SHE UETON BOROUGH ELECTION OF MAYOR. To RUDOLPH FRIEDLANDER, Esq. Dear Sir, —We the undersigned rate payers of the Borough of Ashburton re spectfully request that you will allow yourself to be nominated to the Mayoralty for the ensuing year, and should you con sent we pledge ourselves to do our utmost to secure your return. As you have been associated with the Council since its for mation we sincerely hope that you will accede to our requei John Orr George Cates Alex. Craighead Andrew Orr Sam. B. Nelson J. R. Chapman Dimant and Coe H. M. Carson Ssm. W. Alcorn Fredk. Clark J. M. Cambridge David Amos Laurence Thomson W. held H. Hepburn J. L. Brown W. Sparrow B. McCallumJ Weymouth Roberts S. Satmdeia C. Reid Joshua Tucker James Elliott H. W. Barrett C, By el R. Minnia A. W. Tennant T. Sealy R. Cullen G. A. "Vincent M Mayo b. T. Toppin G. Kidd J, Sealy D. Zander W. Patching Nelson Eden Andrewes Bros. W, Davis W. C. Page H. J. Jones D. Williamson G. St Hill J. C. Duncan Joseph Hale Alfred 0. Prichard H. D. Hopkins F. Ferriman W. H. Gundry W. Mitchell James Tait Fredk. Bill S. S. Revans John Hefford James Bradley M. M. Bradley W. T. Davison J. Ward T. Taylor James Campbell W. Turton To John Orr, Esq., and others signing the above requisition. Gentlemen, —I esteem it a great honor to have been raked by such a numerous and influential requisition to allow myself to be nominated for the high and impor tant position of Mayor of this town, and I cannot otherwise but accede to your kind request. While thanking you for the honor you wish to confer on mo, 1 can assuv?* you that it will at all times give me the greates pleasure, whether as your Mayor, Count cillor or Borough ratepayer, to work for the advancement of our town. I am. Gentlemen, I Yours faithfully, RUDOLPH FRIEDLANDER. 9 2001



nnO LEASE—The following Town Sec tions suitable for business sites ; T.S. 510, 609, 614. 497, 496, 455, 456, 452,433, 636, 421, 342. The above are in the estate of the late Hon W. B. Rhodes, for which long leases on very easy terms can bo arranged ; many of them are very central and suited to any kind of business. Apply ALFRED HARRISON, Agent. FOR SALE— R.S. 20 09, containing 2 roods 29 perches, Hunted at Elgin. Cheap. ALFRE HARRIS O'



Orr and Co., IMPORTERS AND GENERAL MERCHANTS* BAST STREET.



N.Z. Loan and Mercantile Agency Company, Limited- WOOL. WOOL. WOOL. The New Zealand Loan & Mercantile Agency Company, Ld. Capital £3,500,000, reserve fund £220,000. THE PREMIER WOOL HOUSE OF THE WORLD. fJ»HE COMPANY'S TRANSACTIONS FOR THE LAST SEASON WE AS FOLLOWS:** SHIPMENTS TO LONDON 72,721 BALES SALES IN MELBOURNE 37,686 „ „ SYDNEY 2,900 „ „ NEW ZEALAND 11,132 „ Or a total 0f...... 124,439 BALES Showing an increase of 15,263 Bales over the operations of 1882-83. As the Wool Season 1884 5 is now approaching, we would direct the attention of Wool Growers to the advantageous ' opportunities that the Company offers for the disposal of their Clips. Throughout the Season Periodical Auction Sales of Wool will be held in our WAREHOUSES, DURHAM STREET CHRISTCHURCH, where special attention is given FOR THE EFFICIENT DISPLAY OF EVERY BALE, and all Lots on arrival will be valued and classed by Experts. FREE STORAGE on all Wool intended for sale locally, or for shipment to the London Market, will be given.» any of our Stores, at ASHBURTON, CHERISEY, or BAKAIA. .Liberal Cash Advances Will be made on all WOOL placed in out hands, either for Local Sale or Shipment to London FREE OF COMMISSION GROWERS are reminded that, as we act solely as Selling Brokers, they may rely upon their Consignments obtaining HIGHEST MARKET VALUE. 9 1789 Farther particulars on application to H. H. SECRET AN, Agent, Ashburton; and to 0. W. TURNER, Agent, Rakaia.



Andrew Orr. Great Slaughter of Boots! H ANDREW ORR AS SECURED THE BALANCE OF A MANUFACTURER'S STOCK OF BOOTS, AMOUNTING- TO NEARLY £BOO, AT HALF PRICE. THEY WILL BE OPEN FOR SALE ON SATURDAY MORNING. As to Price, Sizes, and Particnl&it ec Friday evening’s Gtjibdu^. Opening Announcement- GRAND DISPLAY ' OP PLAIN AND FANCY DRAPERY.* A. C. PRICHARD (LATE OF MR ANDREW ORR), HAVING secured the Premises in EAST STREET lately occupied by Mr Wm. Gavin, is now showing A Splendid Assortment of New Goods.



The following are a few special lines:— 20 dozen Women’s Black Kid Gloves, 2 fastener?, la 60 New Sunshades, from Is lid, worth 5? Ladies’ Trimmed Hats, 2s lid Ladies’ Corsets, from Is 8d Strong Prints, from 3d t lUwove Flannel, Hid And all the requisites Heavy Holland, s£d Tape Nets, Id Strong Towels, from 3£d Tickings, from Sid Strong Grey Calico, 2s 9d per doz Turkey Twill, 5Jd Linen Table Danmouth, Is Boys’ Washing Suits for 3s 6d of a well appointed DRAPER S STOCK. The above Stock has been selected with great care, and is the pick of THIS SEASON’S SHIPMENT, All New and Fresh Goods, And will be submitted for .CASH ONLY, at prices to suit the moat limited means. COME EARLY and inspect thO New Stock—where Elegance of Design, Latest Fashion, and a Marvel of Cheapness are combined. Note the address— A. C. PRICHARD, EAST STREET, NEXT MR CAMBRIDGE, CHEMIST, 11 2088



Public Notices. Ash-bur'ton FURNISHING WAREHOUSE, Next the Post Office. J. A. Persson, Bega to inform hia friends and customers that he has cleared out all his old stock and has opened with an entirely NEW and SERVICEABLE STOCK of House hold FURNITURE TO SUIT ALL CLASSES, and at most reasonable terms, and intending purchasers cannot do better than inspect J. A. PERSSON’S stock before going elsewhere. Agent for the Cheapest Venetian Blind maker in the oolong ■ J. A. P. having made ar rangements for a Heatse and Mourning Coach is prepared to execute funerals in Town or Country cheaper than any other house in Ashburton. J. A. PERSSON, Ashburton, Warehouse and Workshops—Opposite Railway Station and next to Post Office. 8 Ashburton permanent BUILDING & INVESTMENT SOCIETY. The above Society pays Interest at the rate of 6 per cent, per annum for De posits at Call, b\ per cent, per annum for three mouths, and 6£ per cent, per annum if fixed tor 6 months or over. J WARD, Manager. Office Arcade Chambers, Burnett street ndl QHEAPER THAN E'VEB* Picture Frames. HUNDREDS OF FEET OP NEW MOULDINGS, To select from. ! The Trade Supplied. Oxford FRAMES Manufactured on tb Premises. GAT B* S S PICTURE FRAME MANUFACTORY Peter street, Ashburtw* 8 1628