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ASHBURTON. THURSDAY NOVEMBER 85. 1886

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Business .Notices. NOTICE TO OWNERS OF DOGST HEREBY give Notice that all Dogs „ found Interfering with Sheep on this Estate will be destroyed, and the Owners sned for any damage done. DONALD MoLEAN. 1 167 Lagmhor. Mrs Meech DEESSMAKEE, BURNETT ST., opposite Mail Office, BEGS to Inform the Ladies of Ashbur ton and county that she has opened business on her own account, and solicits a share of patronage. Mrs Meeoh will eastaln her reputation for fashion and general excellence. 9710 T HE PROBLEM SOLVED. By the aid of math-unatlcal science, and by carefully si udylu 0 the human from In all Its varied phases of development, we have long ago reduced the art of fitting to a certainty. But In these days of falling prices, another problem presents itself 'or solution, and It Is this: to produce CLOTHING TO MEASURE at the same price as ready made goods so that everyone may the luxury of a Pkefkot Fixi ng Suit, at the lowest possible expense. 3 0 3 10 it gives us much pleasure to Inform jur .'fiends and the public generally that ms PROBLEM IS ALSO SOLVED, and we are now making suits In onr usual First-class style, at the following prices; B a d. Fair Tweed Suit to measure .. Better quality Good honest Ashburton or Kal apol Sulla ... Fancy Ooatlngs, Broadcloths, etc, In proportion. As no margin is allowed for risk of sind, orders at these prices will be sxa cnted for CASH ONLY. Several largo shipments of Autumn and Winter Tweeds and Fancy Coatings 4 0 0 just received. Craighead & Co. TAILORS AND CLOTHIERS ASHBURTON. HAYES & CO. H AVE JUST RECEIVED LARGE SHIPMENTS SUMMER GOODS General Drapery, Which will be MARKED IN PLAIN FIGURES at a PRICE which must fully sustain the repn* tatlon of the firm for giving BEST VALUE IN ASHBURTON. d BOOTS AND SHOES Fsom the Best English and Colonial Manufactukebs . LOOK OUT FOR OUR New Advertisement Which will appear in the course of a few days. >le, jHAYES & CO BEADY MONEY DRAPERS ARCADE. 310 3 litj ffioe mips ling ness the pout |



S veyor, Civil C E. FOOKS AND SONS Architects, Jinx. Enoibmrs, Yaviators, Liornbm Survrvors, and Land Brokers, triangle, WAKANUI ROAD Ashburton. Conveyances Tinwald and mount some r RAILWAY. MOUNT SOMERS AND CAVENDISH ROYAL MAIL COACH. The above Oeaoh leaves Hood’s hotel or Cavendish Railway Station every day, meeting each train. Passengers by morning train may pro seed by coach to Alford Forest, thence to Methven in time for the last train for Christchurch, or may r- turn In time for the last train for Ashburton. Parcels and Orders will receive every attention. Horses and Buggies on hire. JOHN HOOD *» jrODNT SOMERS & METHVEN M »OYAL MAIL COAOH. On and after January Ist, 1885, the undersigned will ran a Coach each Mon day. Wednesday and Saturday, starting at noon from Hood’s Hotel, Mount Somers, for Springburn and Alford Forest, there connecting with Duff s Coach from Methven returning same evening. Earea Spring burn, 2s, return, 3s; Alford Forest, 4s, return, 6s. 1 27 T HTX KEATING’S POWDER destroys bags, fleas, moths, bedtles, and all other Insects, whilst quite harmless to domestic animals. In exterminating beetles the success of this powder is extraordinary. It Is perfectly clean in application the article you purchase is KBAIIINU' rs Imitations are noxious and Ineffectual Sold In tins, 6d, Is, and 2s 6d each, by chemists. 1 The Thoroughbred Horse Perkin Warbeck 11. WILL Stand this season at Grove Park, Tinwald. Pedigree He is by the celebrated lurse Perkin Warbeck (impl, out of Miss Kate (imp). Perkin Warbeck was go- by Adventurer, dam Bumble Kite, by Voltigenr—Sweet briar. by htookwell—Eglantine by Flying Dutchman—Azalia, by Catton—Annot Lyle, by Ashton—Lamia, by Gohanna. Adventurer by Newminater, dam Palma, by Emilias. Newminster by Touchstone, dam Beeswing. Miss Kate was got by Adventurer, her dam Sporting Life, by Prime Minister—Candle wick, etc , etc. An examination of his w'll ■how that be possesses a double vein of the famous Adventurer blood, and is one of the very beat bred animals in the Sontbern Hemisphere. Terms: Three guineas, dne on Ist January, 1887. . Groomage free, sa, pay able at first service. For further par ticulars apply „. 9676 EDWARD GATES. fjlO STAND THIS SEASON. Tam O’Sh.an.ter, By Messenger—Banshee, Will Travel the Districts of PERTON, WHEATSTONE, FLEM INQTON, WILLOWBY AND LONGBEA-H. Fee: £3 3s. Draught Stallion, Spring Bank, By Young Banker (imp.)—Farmer’s Lass Will Stand during the Season at LONGBEACH on Mondays, Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturda.s, and at FLEMINGTON on Wednesdays and Thursdays. Fee : £4 4s. A reduction will be made on more than two mares. Mares will be grazed free to January Ist. but no responsibility incurred ’ JOHN GRIGG, 10*794 Proprietor 70NDERFUL BOOK FOB Is. CONTAINING TRICKS AND DELUSIONS WITI CARDS MARVELLOUS COIN TRICK 3, . performance of which only a -ommo pack of cards and the ordinary coins of the realm are needed, AT.T. FULLY EXPLAINED. Also, a large collection of rSINQ RIDDLES, CHARADES, GAMES, <fcc.. And over TRICKS WITH CONJURING apparatus. trated, explained, and made simpl i a catalogue of English, French, and American Novelties, Games, Toys, 4e. over 300 oagea and illastratei w over 800 woodblocks. ooks mailee free for Is. and his BRIDE. GURES DANCE to MUS keep perfect time* each, the pair 2a. THE WIZARD OP S?sns* 3 CHANGEABLE PACK OF CARDS ronderfnl Changes with Lightning Rapi Is 2d, post free. , N.S.W. stamps taken at par; post on rders and postal netes preferred. If • ‘j* E other colonies are sent add 2d in the BUUIi f exchange* Take Notice.—-To our bußin , or a short time send 'ae whole of 1 [>ove mentioned articles to one address p iidf r2a 6d^ ddreaa a y orders: r YORK & CO , 401 George street. By dm “ Box 41, King street, Poet Office*



Public Announcements' BROOM YILLA, Wakandi Road. MISS STEANE still continues receive Pupils, and thoroug'. grounds them in English (Gram., Geo , Histy, Die., and Compos’n). with accomplishments of Music, French, and Drawing, at the most moderai terms. Evening lessons in any or all these could be resumed if sufficient en couragement were given AN OPENING FOR A LADY BOARDER. 9692 1 1 mHE worst form of Fever, Priokly I Heat, Smallpox and Measles rapidly , cured by LAMPLOUGH’S PYRETIC I SALINE “It saved my life, for the ■ fever had obtained a strong hold on me.” —0 Fiztokeald, Correspondent of Man chester Guardian , in Albania. Abundant medical tes imony enclosed with each hcttle. It is the core for Cholera and PREVENTIVE of most diseases incident to Tropical and Colonial life- It allays thirst in a remarkable manner and cools and vitalises the blood, J. 8. Pukdt, Esy., writes:—‘T would lather go short of anything than this never-falTng travellers’ friend." 9862 Ashburton permanent BUILDING & INVESTMENT SOCIETY. The above Society pays Interest at rate of 4$ per cent, per annum for De posits at Call, 5 per cent, per annum fo three months, and cent, per annon if fixed for 6 months or over. j ward, MLartger. Office ■ Arcade Chumoera, xJnrnet treat NOTICE. NOTICE. TO MEET THE TIMES. TAM NOW LANDING COAL, ex W. McLaren and Tekapo, which I am prepared to deliver at the LOWEST CASH PRICES Also, WESTPORT and MALVERN COAL. OATS, CHAFF, BRAN POTATOES, &c. A Trial so’ioited. r. sTbean, Ashburton Coal and Firewood Depfit, West Street. Hgriesselioh AND CO., . WEAVERS’ HALL, WOOL EXCHANGE, LONDON, SHIPPING AND COMMISSION MERCHANTS, Established 1855. Ship to order any description or British and Continental Goods upon 2$ per cent, commission, selected by buyers with Colonial experience, and attend to the prompt realisation cl Produce at highest prices upon 1 per cent, commission. Or liars to be accompanied by Letters of Credit or part remittance In Bank Drafts or Produce. Open Policies of Insurance for floating cargoes to cover sea risks. References—-Chief Office of the London and Westminster Bank, or Agra Bank, London, and moat of the Colonial Banks. Current Price Lists. Produce Reports, and any necessary samples or Information on application FISHING. ANGLING. FISHING, ri\Hß Undersigned has JUST LANDED, J* ex Ruapehu, A SPLENDID ASSORTMENT OF FISHING TACKLE, Comprising RODS, MINNOWS, FLIES, and all other Tackle, of the very best quality. Also FISHING BOOTS, LEGGINGS, From the best makers. These Goods have been indented by Mr Shury, and specially selected by my agent. I have also landed a Complete Stock CRICKETING AND LAWN TENNIS MATERIALS, 01 of which I offer to the Public at icially Low Prices. WILHELM” ZANDER, ►BACCONIST & HAIRDRESSER EASP STREET ASHBURTON. ATOMMAKERS JEWELLERS, <? GH—GH. ). n p A per day to be made by per ebX Sb 1 ! sons of either sex, tr their own localities, at work for ns. Nov easiness.' All meet with wonderful sue seas. Anyone can do the work. Capita not required. We will start yon. Ontfi worth £1 mailed free. The emplcymen s particularly adapted to the region li which this publication circulates. Boy and girls earn nearly as much as men Pull particulars and Instructions maUa ree. Now is the time—don’t delay, bu write to us at once. Address Stinso: „,Do Poland Maine United S»ata ONE box of Clark’s B 41 pills Is wai ranted to cure all discharges from th urinary organs In either sex (acquired c constitutional), gravel and pains In th back. Guaranteed free from merenrj Sold In boxes 4b 6d each, by all ohemisl and patent medicine vendors. Sole pti prletors, The Lincoln and Midland Com ties Drug Go., Lino i sale by the wh



Business Notices T He public trust office of new Zealand ITS OBJECTS. 1. The Administration of Ickestats Estates, and the realisation and distribution oi the personal Estate, 2. The Executorship of the Wills of persons who may appoint the Public Trustee their executor, and thus avoid the necessity which otherwise would exist in commit ting their friends to the responsibilities involved by such positions. 3. The Administration of all kinds of Money Trusts, including Marriage Settle ments and every kind of fund, the trusts of which are definitely sot orth in the deed creating the Trust. ITS ADVANTAGES. 1. The Public Trustee In hie corporate capacity never dies, never leaves the country, and never becomes incapacitated ; thus, by his appointment, the expense of jresh appointments of Trustees consequent on death, change of abode, or mental or bodily infirmity, is altogether avoided 2. All proposed Investments ar considered by a Board of Officers, ensuring careful consideration of all securities offered. 3. The Government of the Colony is responsible for the honest fulfilment of all trusts placed in the office. ITS INCREASING POPULARITY, 1886 £195,000 Estimated Scales of charges with exuding regulations and all information may be obtained from the Public Trustee, Wellington, or any of his agents throughout the Colony. Wellington, ALEX. LEAN, Dec. 5, 1885. 1 7 Local Agent at Christchurch. T HE PREMIER OOLONI L COMPANY jANTERBUrv BRANCH. mSBi" * ■“** IUspSSK 3 ) ABU? M EO 1559. Mmm m m i M m Capital 1 1,000,0 tn FIRE" AND MARINE RISKS, ALSO RISKS ON GROWING CROPS ACCEPTED AT THE LOW!' T CURRENT RATES. George Jameson, aORNT ASHBURTON AN INEXPRESSIBLE BOON TO MOTHERS. Dr Auguste Kursteiner’s ELECTRO GALVANIC TEETHING NECKLET, Endorsed by the Medical Faculty of Europe, And pronounced by all Leading Physicians The Greatest Discovery of the Ago [N Discing the Electric Necklet before the New Zealand public the discoverer and nronrietor begs to draw peoial attention to the fact that the material surronnd ue the inner chain of metallic substances is Impregnated with a chemical solution, larmless in itself, and yet containing tiianlo which generate a continuous ight current of galvanism, and the Necklet in consequence contains all the virtues of i miniature battery, and la therefore not a* useless article like so many of the so-called dectrlc appliances, which cannot possibly produce any good results, as they are ncomplete ln the most essential requirements, and cannot generate galvanism nor produce galvanic effects. This Necklet la the outcome of a long-continued aeries of investigating Axneriments by that well-known and eminent scientist and spec alist, Dr Amgasto Kurstelner, who is the highest Europesn authority on all diseases of women and children The Lancet, the leading medical journal of the world, says The fact that the discovery and invention of these Necklets is announced by Dr Kurstelner Is a sufficient guarantee that a means has at last been discovered which will save the lives of millions of children, and relieve the anxiety of many mothers. Although new to New Zealand, these Necklets have been used for the last five rears with the roost Wonderful Success in England, on the Continent, and in the United States, and are now constantly prescribed by the most eminent physicians In their daily practice. It is needless to comment on the anxious and sleepless nights passed by thousands of mothers during the painful period of the teething of Infanta. day brings to an untimely grave hundreds of infanta whose lives might have been saved by the use of the simple Necklet. In addition to the relief from pain afforded by the Necklet during the period . AonUflnn bv its nerve-giving force it wards off and prevents Measles, Whooping martyrdom, and gladdening the heart of every mother who Invokes its aid. Dr Kursteiner has appointed Messrs CONROD CO,, Auckland, bis sole agents in New Zealand for the sale of these Necklets, from whom only they can he obtained. The price has been placod at the.very-lowesti possible point, point, barely covering the cost of importation, and Is within the reach of all, as one Necklet "will last a life time, Aside from its many virtues as a remedial and preventive agent, the Necklet is a handsome ornament, and will be sent free on receipt of One Pound, by postal note, money order, or registered letter. No cheques received. Address —J CONROD & CO., P.O. Box 408. Auckland, N.Z. 1 3b DRINK* -Stiee BesCTeas, EX q) Co gas Qr\£ xe & E&niflMß DEO O' THOUGH COPIED J 4r AWARDED HALF CHESTS CHCH BY ALL. # y Packets BOXES u Z INDUSTRIAL GAZETTE •■The blending is entirely attended to bv Mr Nelson himself, who is a Taster of great experience, and has had a special training in the art. TIUARU HERALD. This firm deserves the sup oort of all purchasers of Tea, as the article they offer Is superior to anything we have vet seen in this Colony.'’ PRESS. Mr. Nelson is a pro fessional Taster and Blender." PRICES 2/-. z h 2/8, 3j 3/*' J - prlb PURE BLENDED TEAS AUCKLAND WELLI NCTON,CHRISTCHURCH,DUNEDIn, ' W a G F .:jtS EVEKVVVHERE ?



£2s REWARD WILL be given to anyone who can prove that we are not Belling exactly the same kind of English Levers for £3, made by the same factory and of the same quality, as Stewart Dawson and Co.’s watch, No 105113, for which they charge £8 16s, and state in their guarantee the regular retail price to be £8 10s. Inspection invited. j J. F. STRATZ & CO., I 261, High-street, christchurch; £2s REWARD To anyone who can prove that Stewart Dawson and Oo.’s Watch No. 118098. for which they charge £6 16s, and state in their guarantee the regular retail price to be £l2los, is better finished, more serviceable, stance more wear, and is better suited for New Zealand use than the English Levers I sell at £6 10s. Inspection invited. J. F. STRATZ & CO., 261, High street. CHRISTCHURCH. £2s REWARD To anyone who can prove the Watch No. 113142 in my window, with Stewart Dawson and Co.’s Best Manufacture” engraved on it, was ever made in England. This Watch is a Geneva Watch. I have all material for Watches bearing the above name, and I am looking after them as if they were sold by me. J. F. STRATZ & CO., 261, High street, OHRISTOH URGE. No one in New Zealand can com pete with our prices. We are sending direct from onr Workshops to the wearer’s pocket a good, strong Silver Hunting English .hover. capped and jewelled, for £3. Onr extra heavy English Hunting Levers, as strong as John Bull, capped and jewelled, for £4 10s. The very best English Levers ever mad> for £6 10s. These Watches are sent to any part of New Zealand free of any extra charge. One month’s trial allowed, and money returned if not good value. The above Watches are sold by retail dealers for double the amount. In addition to the above, we have a large assortment of the well-known Rotherham English Hunting Levers that we are selling from £4 10s. Waltham Lever Watches, in ‘‘Hall marked” English silver cases, from £2 10s. Ladies’ Watches, in beautifully engraved sterling silver coses, from £1 6s. Ladies’ English made Lever Watches, handsomely finished and perfect in time, from £3 10a. A SPECIALITY. We have just received from our Manufacturers in England the first consignment of ENGLISH-MADE LEVER CLOCKS, ■ the first that have been brought to New Zealand, and we are now able to supply yon with a first-class English Lever Clock direct from our Factory on to yonr own mantel shelf for 8s 6d. They are in beautifully finished cases, manufactured of the_ best materials, with cut steel pinions, polished mainsprings, and go in any position. Send Post Office order for 8s 6d, and we will forward you one in return. The money returned if not approved of. All our Watches and Clocks are examined and regulated and warranted from two to five years. Our business being done entirely for cash, therefore, in purchasing your goods from us you have not to pay for other people’s bad debts. We have no hawkers, and have no connection with any other business in New Zealand. Onr only place of business is at- 261, High street, Christ church, onr Watch Factory. Olerken well, London, and . onr Clock Factories at Birmingham, England, and Black Forest, Germany. J. F. STRATZ & CO., PRACTICAL WATCHMAKERS, JEWELLERS, AND MANUFACTURERS, 261, High street, Triangle, CHRISTCHURCH. Having secured onr premises in the early days when rents were low, and as we are doing a large amount of manufacturing and repairing thereby making more than onr expenses by onr handwork, it enables ns to sell onr goods much cheaper than any other firm in the colony. Remember that J. F. STRATZ & CO; Are their own manufacturers. J. F. STRATZ & CO. Are their own Importers. J. F. STRATZ & CO. Are their own Retail Dealers. And are selling direct to the public every article at Wholesale Price. 13*886



Public Notices rjttNWALD JJACING QLUB, ANNUAL MEETING, JANUARY Ist, 1887. President—Donald McLean, Vice-Presidents—J. O. N. Grigg and 'Wilkin. Judge—Mathew Stitt. Starter—Dr Leahy. Treasurer —Mark Scott. Clerk of Scales—R. B. Jefi. Clerk of Course—David Jackson, Handicappers—The Committee FIRST RACE TO START AT 12 90. 1. HANDICAP HURDLE RACE of 15 soys. One and a half mile, over 6 flights of hurdles, about 3ft 6in high. Second horse .to receive 50s from the stake. Nomi ation 10a, acceptance, 6b. 2; NOVEL HURDLE RACE of 20 sovs. One and a half mile. Over 6 flights of hmdle* about 3ft 6in high. Post entrance 10a. Winner to be sold, and the whole of the proceeds to go to the funds of the Club. Weight lOst. 8. TIN WALD CUP, a handicap of 30 sovs. One and a half mile. Second horse to receive £5 from the stakes. Nomination 16s, acceptance XSs. 4. TROTTING RACE, a Time Handicap of 16 sovs. Three miles. Second horse to receive 60s from the stake. No -weight under lOat. Nomination 10s, accept ance, 6s. 6. MAIDEN RACE of 10 sovs. One mile. Weight for age: Entrance 10a. 6. FLYING HANDICAP of 10 sovs. Six furlongs. Entrance 10s. Cup winner to carry 71b penalty: 7. SELLING HACK RACE of 10 sovs. Half-mile Winner to be sold for £lO, any surplus to go to the funds of the Club. Post entry, 10s Weight Sst up. 8. CONSOLATION HANDICAP of 10 sovs One mile. Entrance 10a. 9. HURRY SCURRY for all entrance money. Entrance 10a. For horses that have never won public money. RULES AND REGULATIONS. 1. No entry will be received except under the following eruditions— Thit all disputes, claims, a id objections arising ont of the racing shall be deeded by the Stewards, or whom they may appoint; their decision on all points connected with the carrying ont of this pro gramme to be final. 2. C.J.G. New Rules will be in force.. 3< The Races are open to any horse com monly resident in the district from the Ist of October to the date of meeting, and owned by a person who has resided in the district daring the same period. 4, The district above mentioned is bounded on the north by the Selwyn River and on the south by the OrarL 6. Five per cent, will sq deducted from gross of all moneys payable in accordance this programme for expenses of the conrs 6. All nominations and acceptances go to t funds of the Olnb. NOMINATION 3 iND ACCEPTANCES. All Nominations to be accompanied by fe es age, name,- and description of horse, colours of rider; to be in the hands of the Secretary, add'eseed Scott’s Hotel, Tmwald, before 9 p.m. on SATURDAY, DECEMBER lllh. Weights will he declared on Saturday, 18th. Acceptances and Maiden Entries must be in the hands of the Secretary, at Scott's Hotel, Tinwald, not later than 9 p.m. on Tuesday, December 28th, 1886, CYRIL JEPHSON, 10887 Secretary. D.I.C. SHOW DISPLAYS FOB SPRING SEASON. AT the approach of another Season the Public are invited ort FIRST GREAT DISPLAY OF SPRING NOVELTIES In all the DEPARTMENTS OF FASHION. We have great pleasure in issuing this invitation, as we have never exhibited on any previous occasion each a RICH PROFUSION *o Fabrics, Novelties, and Effects, The beauty of which transforms tha Spacious Warehouse, and calls forth admiration and wonder; On this Special Occasion the Ware house will be OPEN till 9 p.m. on SATURDAY. BVERY ARTICLE AT WAREHOUSE WHOLESALE PRICE. UB DRAPERY AND GENERAL IMPORTING COMPANY OF NEW ZEALAND. LIMITED, Cashel Street CHEISTCHUKCH. B HALLENSTEIN, Chairman. E.iO, BROWN, Manager.



Sporting. JJACING OLUB. SPRING MEETING. - THURSDAy’aND FRIDAY, December 9th and 10th, 1886. President, E. G. Wright, ; Yice-Pred dent, J. Grigg ; Judge, Matthew 1 Stitt Stewards, H. Friedlander, W. B'Den shire, J. C. N Grigg, r B.. Friedlander, . W. 0. Walker, Drs Ross and Leahy; , Treasurer—D. Thomas; Clerk ' o i the Scales, M. Friedlander ; Clerk of the Course, A. Hewson ; Handi cappers, F. Cotton, C. C. Fooks, M. f Stitt and Dr Leahy * First race to start at 1 p.m. FIRST DAY, i County Hurdle Race, of 30 sovs; over six flights of hurdles, about 3ft 6in high ; nomination, 1 sor; accep tance, Iso v. Second horse to receive 6 sovs from the stake. mile. | District horses only, ‘ Welter Handicap, of 45 sovs; nomi nation, 1 sov ; acceptance, 14' mile minimum weight, lOst. Second btorse to receive 5 sovs from the stake. For horses that have never won more than 25 sovs in one event on the flat. 2 . miles. 3, Ashburton Cup Handicap, of 120 sovs ; nomination, 1 sov ; acceptance 3 sovs. Second horse to receive 10 sovs from Ihestake. 1£ mile. 4 County Plate Handicap, of 40 sovs. nomination, 1 sov; acceptance, Isov. Second horse to receive 5 sovs from the stake. mile. District horses only. 6. Post Stakes, of 15 sovs; catch weights; nomination, 1 sov, to bo made to the Secretary immediately after the County Plate is ran. The winner to be sold by auction imme diately after the race for 15 sovs, any surplus to go to the funds of the Club. 1 mile. 6, Spring Handicap, of 50 sovs; nomina tion, 1 sov ; acceptance, 1| sov. { mile. SECOND DAY. 1. Handicap Hurdle Race, of 50 sovs; over eight flights of hurdles, about 3ft 6in high ; nomination, 1 sov; acceptance, 2 sov. Second horse to receive 5 sovs from the stake. 2 miles. 2, Racing Club Handicap, of 100 sove nomination, 1 sov ; acceptance 3 sove Second horse to receive 10 sovs from the stake mile 3 Ladies’ Pcrse, of 25 sovs; welter weights for age. Gentlemen rid era. Entrance, 1 sovs. 14 mile. District horses only. 4 Totalisator Stakes, of 15 sovs; minimum weight, Bst; nomination 1 sov, to be made to the Secretary immediately after the Ladies’ Purse is run. The winner to be sold imme diately after the race for 10 sovs, any surplus to go to the funds of the Club 4 mile. 5 Flying Handicap, of 40 sovs ; nomina tion, 1 sov; acceptance, 1 sov. Second horse to receive 5 sovs from the stake, 4 mile. 6, Consolation Handicap, of 20 sovs; nomination, 1 sov, to be made to the Secretary immediately after the Flying Handicap is run ; acceptance, free, to be notified to the Secretary within 10 minutes of declaration of weights. 1 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 de.cided by the Stewards, or whom they may appoint; their decision ou all points connected with carrying oat this programme to be final. 2. A district horse shall mean any hone that has been commonly resident in the district lying between the rivers Selwyn and Waitaki from July Ist 1886, and-up to the date cf the forthcoming meeting and owned by a person who has resided in the said district during the same period. 3. Five per cent will be deducted from the gross of all moneys payable In accord' ance with this programme for expenses the coarse. 4. All nominations and acceptances go to the fundi of the Club. NOMINATIONS. All nominations to be accompanied by fees, name, age and description of horse, and colors of rider, and in the hands of the Secretary (address —Ashburton) no* lat >r than 9 p.m. on Monday Novembec 1 1886. WEIGHTS. Weights for the first day’s handicaps will bo declared on Thursday December 2 1886. Weights for the second day’s handicaps will be declared at 9 o’clock on the evening of the first day’s racing. ACCEPTANCES. Acceptances for the first day’s handi caps must be made to the Secretary not later than 9 p.m. on Monday. December 6, 1886. Acceptances for the second day’s handicaps at 9 o’clock on the eve li ng of the first day’s racing. O. O. FOOKS, Secretary J. Ballantyne & Co. HAVE OPENED THEIR NEW SEEING GOODS, B And are making a very fine display oi MILLINERY, MANTLES, COSTUMES, and all the varied textures and style in NEW DRESS MATERIALS for the coming Season. THE GENT’S DEPARTMENT is replete with a magnificent STOCK OF CLOTHING AND MENS MERCERY. DUNSTABLE HOUSE. Christchurch, One Shilling ofi the Found fps o*sh»