The Ashburton Guardian.

VOL,. V—No. 1434

ASHBURTON. FRIDAY DECEMBER 16, -'HKfi

TRICE-ONE PENNY*



Conveyances The above Caach leaves Hood’s hotel or Cavendish Railway Station every day, meeting each train. Passengers by morning train may pro ceed by coach to Alford Forest, thence to Methven in time for the last train for Christchurch, or may return in time for the last train for Ashburton. Parcels and Orders will receive every attention. Horses and Buggies on hire. Mount somers & methven ROYAL MAIL COACH. On and after January Ist, 1886, the undersigned will run a Coach each Mon day, Wednesday and Saturday, starting at noon from- Hood’s Hotel, Mount Somers, lor Springbutn and Alford Forest, there connecting with Duff s Coach from Methven returning same evening. Fares —Spring- burn, 2s, return, 3s; Alford Forest, 4s, *1 _ MOUNT SOMERS AND CAVENDISH ROYAL MAIL COACH. In JOHN HOOD return, 6s. I 27 T. HIX.



0. 0. FOOKS AND SON, Architects, .im. Ehoibmbs, Vavtatobs, Lioinssd Suets roKS, and Land Bbokkbs, TRIANGLE, WAKANDI ROAD K EATING’S POWDER destroys bugs, fleas, moths, bedtles, and all other Insects, whilst qnite harmless to domestic animals. In exterminating beetles the sneoess of this powder is extraordinary. It is perfectly clean In application, the article yon purchase is KEATING • n imitations are noxious and ineffectual Sold in tins, 6d, Is, and 2s 6d each, by chemists. 1 fJIO STAND THIS SEASON. Tam O’Shanter, By Messenger—Banshee, Will Travel the Districts of WATEBTON, WHEATSTONE, FLEM INGTON, WILLOWBY AND LONGBEAOH, Fee : £3 3s. Draught Stallion, By Y rung Banker (imp.)—Farmer’s Lass Will Stand during the Season at LONGBEACH on Mondays, Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays, and at FLEMINGTON on Wednesdays and Thursdays. Fee : £4 4s. A reduction will be made en more than two mares. Mares will be grazed free to January let, but no responsibility incurred- Ashbtjbton. Bank, 10°794 JOHN GRIGG, Proprietor



The Thoroughbred florae 3?erkin Warbeck 11. WILL Stand this season at Grove Park, Tinwald. PsMGKKB. He la by the celeorated ho?ae Perkin Warbeck (Imp), out of Miaa Kate (Imp). Perkin Warbeck was got by Adventurer, dam Bumble Kite, by Yoltigenr—Sweet briar, by Stockwell—Eglantine, by Flying .Dutchman —’Azalia, by Oatton —Annot Lyle, by Ashton—Lamia, by Gohanm. Adventurer by Newminater, dam Palma, by Emilias, Newminater 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 he possesses a double vein of the famous Adventurer blood, and is one of the very beat bred animals in the Sonthern Hemisphere. Terms: Three guineas, due on Ist January, 1887- Groomage free, ss, pay able at first service. For farther par ticulars apply _ 9676 EDWARD GATES A WONDERFUL BOOK FOB la. 100 00BTAIN1SG THICKS AND DELUSIONS WITH CiRDS 25 MARVELLOUS COIN TRICKS, For the performance of which only a common pack of cards and the. ordinary coins of the realm are needed. ALL FULLY EXPLAINED.



Public Notices NOTICE TO OWNERS OF DOGS. I HEREBY give Notice that all Doge found Interfering with Sheep on this Estate will be destroyed, and the Owners sued for any damage done. DONALD MaLBAN. 1 167 Lagmhor. Mrs Meech DEEBSMAKEE, 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 Meech will sustain her reputation for fashion and general excellence. 9710



rjIHS PROBLEM SOLVED. By the aid of mathematical science, and by carefully studyiu ta the haman 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 for solution, and it is this : to produce CLOTHING TO MEASURE at the|samo price as ready made goods so that everyone may enioy the luxury of a Pbrfbot Frrr ; vo Suit, at the lowest possible expense. it gives us much pleasure to inform jjr friends and tbs public generally that ms PROBLEM IS ALSO SOLVED, and we are now making suits in our usual First-class style, at the following prices: Fair Tweed Suit to measure ... 3 0 0 Better quality ... S 10 0 Good honest Ashburton or Kal apol Suits 4 0 0 Fancy Coatings, Broadcloths, etc, in proportion. As no margin is allowed for risk of xlnd, orders at these prices will be sxa ented for CASH ONLY. Several large shipments of Autumn and Winter Tweeds and Fancy Coatings just received. Craighead & Co. TAILORS AND CLOTHIERS ASHBURTON.



HAYES & CO. JJ AYE JUST RECEIVED LARGE SHIPMENTS O F SUMMER GOODS AND General Drapery, Which will be MARKED IN PLAIN FIGURES at a PRICE which must fully sustain the repu tation of the firm for giving BEST VALUE IN ASHBURTON.



BOOTS AND SHOES Fbom the Best English and Colonial M ANXj EACTDEEKS. LOOK OUT FOR OUR New Advertisement Which will appear in the coarse of a few days. HAYES & CO EEADI MONEY DEAPEES, A R 0 A>D E(.



Also, a large collection of AMUSING BIDDLES, CHABADEB, &0.. GAMES. And over 200 TRICKS WITH CONJURING APPARATUS. 411 Illustrated, explained, and made simple, with a catalogue of English, French, and American Novelties, Games, Toys, <te. Covering over 300 pages and illustrated wit over SCO woodblocks. Both hooks mailee free for Is. JACK AND TTJS BRIDE. Mecnaaioal FIGURES DANCE to MUSIC and keep perfect time. Is 3d each, the pair 2s. THE WIZARD OF NORTHS CHANGEABLE PACK OFGAMB Wonderful Changes with Lightning Rapidity Is 2d, post free. N.S.W. stamps taken at par; post oEce orders and postal notes preferred. If •'**?P" of othe* colonies are sent add 2d in the euiumg lor exchange. * . Ta'kk Notice —To advertise onr business we'will for a short time send tie whole of the above mentioned articles to one address post paid f r 2s 6d Address all orders: H. YORK & CO , 401 George street, Sydnev. Lock Box 41, King street, Post Office;



Public Announcements. THE worst form of Ft-ver, Prickly Ueut, Smallpox and Measles rapioly cured ly LAMI‘I/)UGB’S PYRETIC SALINE “It saved my life, for the fever had obtained a strong hold on me.” — O. Fiztgerald, C.jrresp -ndent of Man chester Guardian, iu Albania. Abundant medical tea imony enclosed with each bottle. It is the cure for Cholera and PREVENTIVE of meat dfteaaes incident to Tropical and Colonial life- It allays thirst in a remarkable manner and cools and vitalises the blood, J. S, Purdy, Bay., writes:—“l would lather go short if anything than this nover-fal’ing travellers’ friend.” 9862



Ashburton permanent BUILDING & INVESTMENT SOCIETY. Tlio above Society pays intercut at tats of per cent, per annum for De posits at Call, 5 pc’- v»;,t. per annum fo three months, and cent, per annuo if fixed tor ('< monthr or over J WARD, Manger. Office;— Arcade Chamoeifl, treat



NOTICE. NOTICE. TO MEET THE TIMES. TAM now LANDING COAL, ex W. McLaren and Tekapo, which I am prepared to deliver at the LOV> EST CASH PRICES Also, WESTPORT and MALVERN COAL. OATS, CHAFF, BRAN POTATOES, &c. A Trial so'icited. R. S. BEAN, Ashburton Coal and Firewood Dep6t, West Street.



J. Ballanlyne &> Co. HAVE OPENED THEIR NEW SEEING GOODS, And are making a very tine 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 MEN S MERCERY. DUNSTABLE HOUSE Christchurch, Large Discounts for Cash



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 destroying FLEAS, BUGS, COCK ROACHES, BEETLES, MOTHS in furs and everv other species of insect. Sports men will find this invaluable for destroy ing fleas in their dogs, as also ladies for their pet dogs, THIS ARTICLE has found so GREAT a SALE mat it has tempted others to vend a so-called article in imitation. The PUBLIC are CAUTIONED that packages of the genuine powder bear the autograph of THOMAS KEATING. Sold in tins by all Druggists. KEATING’S KEATING’S KEATING’S KEATING’S KEATING’S WORM TABLETS. WORM TABLETS. worm tablets. WORM TABLETS. WORM TABLETS. A PURELY VEGETABLE SWEETMEAT, both in appearance and taste, furnishing a moat agreeable method of administering the only certain remedy for INTESTINAL or THREAD WORMS. It is a perfectly safe and mila preparation, and is especially adapted for children. Sold in tins by all Druggis's, Proprietor—THOMAS KEETING, London



GRATEFUL—COMFORTING. EPPS’S COCOA. BREAKFAST. BY ft thorough knowledge of the naturs laws which govern the operations o ; digestion and nutrition, and by a carofr application of the fine properties of wsl ■elected cocoa, Mr. Epps has provide.' our breakfast tables with » delicate!; flavoured beverage which may save u many heavy doctor’s bills. It Is by th. ad clous use of such articles of diet a constitution may be gradually btUiit in until strong enough to resist every ter denoy to disease. Hundreds of sub":, maladies are floating aronnd us ready attack wherever there is s weak polm y Ve may escape many a fatal shs-ft h, keeping ourselves well fortified with pur.- food and a properly nourished frame. - An article in the Civil Service Gazette. Made simply with boiling wider or milk Sold In Jib packets by Grocers, labeller thus:— JAMES EPPS AND 00., 1 HOMOEOPATHIC CHEMISTS, LONDON, ENGLAND. BEOOM YILLA, Wakandi Road. MISS STEANE still continues receive Pupils, and thoroug . grounds them in English (Gr-un., Geo , Histy, Die., and C ompos’n.), with accomplishments of Music, French, and Drawing, at the mod moder t terms. Evening lessons in any or all these could be resumed if sufficient en couragement were given. AN OPENING FOR A LADY BOARDER. 962



Business Notifies fjf HE PUBLIC TRUST OFFICE OF NEW ZEALAND ITS OBJECTS. 1. The Administration of l"testats Estates: and the realisstlor and distribution oi the personal Estate. 2. Tha 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 hind of fund, the trusts of which are definitely sot ortb in the deed creating the Trust. ITS ADVANTAGES. 1. The Public Trustee In his corporate capacity never dies, never leaves the country, and never becomes incapacitated ; thus, by his appointment, the expense of tresh 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 fullilm nt of all trusts placed in the office. ITS INCREASING POPULARITY. This will he shewn by the following Hehips : 1885 £195,000 Estimated Scales of charges with existing regulations and alt info* mation 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 Are ,t at Christchurch.



T H E PREMIES COL O N I COMPANY Ur V D hli CH . C /7/;77 La p^Jklk: -A'.A_X - > A.,k,'*■. rnmim & m. & r>-7 m &■ *.■ •■" !85Q j Capital i 1.000,0- ! FIRE AND MARINE RISKS, ALS I > FISKS ON GROWING CROPS ACCEPTED AT THE LOWE T CURRENT RATES, George Jameson a«ent‘ ashbx bto' AN INEXPRESSIBLE BOON TO MOTHERS. Qr Auguste Kursteiner’s „ ELECTRO GALVANIC TEETHING NECKLET, Endorsed by the Medical Faculty of Europe, And pronounced by all Loading Phyeiiiana The Greatest Discovery of the Age



IN placing the Electric Necklet before the New Zealand public the discoverer and proprietor begs to draw -pedal attention to the fact that the material surround ing the inner chain of metallic substances is impregnated with a chemical solution, harmless in itself, and yet containing tbanio powers, which generate a continuous light current of galvanism, and the Necklet in consequence contains ail the virtue* of a miniature battery, and la therefore not a useless article like so many of the so-called electric appliances, which cannot possibly produce any good results, as they are incomplete in the most essential requirements, and cannot generate galvanism nor produce galvanic effects. This Necklet is the outcome of a long-continued series of investigating experiments by that well-known and eminent scientist and specialist, Dr Auguste Kurstelner, who Is ihe highest European 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 Kursteiner 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 years 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 cf infants. Every day brings to an untimely grave hundreds of infants v, hose lives might have been saved by the use of the simple Necklet. In addition to the relief from pain afforded ly the N icklet during the period of dentition, by Its nervc-g'ring force it wards oil tn... prevents Measles, Whooping Cough, Scarlet Fever, Croup, and Chicken Pox, thus relieving childhood of its martyrdom, and gladdening the heart of every mother who invokes its aid, Dr Kursteiner has appointed Messrs CONPOD .‘v CO., Auckland, his sole agents in New Zealand for the sale of these Necklets, from whom only they can be obtained. The price has bran placed at the very lowest possible point, point, barely covering the coat of importation, and is within the reach of. all, as one Necklet will last a life time.



Aside from Ub many virtues as a remedial and preventive agent, the Necklet 1b 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 & 00., P.O. Box 408. Auckland, N.Z. DRINK* Wfh o e Bestfeas N.Z INDUSTRIAL GAZETTE The hlendirif; is entirely attended to hy Jlr Kelson himself, who is a Taster of (frent experience, and has had a special tiriininy m the art. ‘ 1 TIMAIW HERALD a ‘ This ili-iii deserves the eup- Ht port of all purchasers of Tea, 1® ns the artielo they offer is ta superior to anything we iiavc yet seen in this Colony. • I N THE 1 rr Mr. Kelson is a pro fessional Taster and Blender,” THOUGH J pen P R 1 C ES 2/4, COPIED BY ALL Packets l 2/8, 3 /- 4, AWARDED BOXES momeJ? H -4 ELSDN HALF fIPVtA & CO CHESTS CHCH prm OP PURE BLENDED TEAS AUCKLAND, WEI A<l -



REWARD ILL be given to anyone who can prove that we are not Beilin? exactly the pame kind of English Levers for £3, made by the same factory and of the same quality, as (Stewart Dawson and Co.’s Watch, No 105H3, for which they charge £3 15s, and state in their guarantee the regular retafc price to be £8 10s. Inspection invited. J. F. STEATZ & CO., To anyone who can prove that Stewart Dawson and Co’s Watch No 118098, for which they charge £S 16s, and state in their guarantee the r 'gular ra'ail price to be £l2 10s, is better finished, more serviceable, stan s mo-e wear, and is better suited for New Zealand use than the English Levers I sell at £5 10s. Inspection invited. 201, High street, CHRISTCHURCH; REWARD J. F. STEATZ & CO., 201, High street. CHRISTCHURCH.



Ashburton WOOL SALES QUR Will be held at oar UOTION GRAIN STORE, WEST STREET, ON An Early Date When a Large Catalogue will be offered FEIEDLANDEE BEOS.



Note —The ground floor has been cleared for the purpose, so that the Wool will be shown to advantage. F. B. WOOLPACKS WOOLSACKS. yyE offer Full Sized WOOLPACKS AT 2 OD. EACH FEIEBLANDEE BEOS. WOOL. WOOL.



REWARD To anyone who can prove the Watch Ko. 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; 231, High street, CHRISTCHURCH. No one in New Zealand can com pete with our prices We are sending direct from our Workshops to the wearer’s pocket a good, strong Silver Hunting English .Lever, capped and jewelled, for £3. Our extra heavy English Hunting Lovers, as strong as John Bull, capped and jewelled, for £4 10s. The very best English Levers ever mad j 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 beantifnlly engraved sterling silver caste, from £1 6s. Ladies’ English made Lever Watches, handsomely finished and perfect in time, from £3 10s



WOOL. y^IBERAL Made on Clips of Wool PLACED IN OUR HANDS FOR SALE FEIEDLAKDEE BEOS. n n ASHBIIRTOIT WOOL SALES BEG to ntimate to our Clients and Others interested that onr



A SPECIALITY. We have just received from our Manufacturers in England the first . consignment of ENGLISH-MADE LEYER CLOCKS, the first that have been brought to New Zeala'd, and we are now able to supply you with a first-class English » Lever Clock direct from our Factory on to your own mantel shelf for 8s 6d. They are in beautifully finished cases, manufactured of the best materials, with cut s'eel pinions, polished mainsprings, and go in ally position. Send Pest Office order for 8s 6d, and we will forward yon one iu 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 ns yon have not to pay for other people’s bad debts. We have no hawkers, and have no connection with any other business iu New Zealand, Onr only place of business is at 261, High street, Christ church, our Watch Factory. Clerken well, London, and onr Clock Factories at Birmingham, England, and Black Forest, Germany. J. F. STEATZ & CO., PRACTICAL WATCHMAKERS, JBWBLLE3B, AND MANUFACTURERS, 261, High .'street, Triangle, CHRISTCHURCH. Having secured onr premises in the early lays when rents were low, and as we are loing a large amount of manufacturing aud repairing thereby making more than onr expenses by onr handwork, it enables ns to sell onr goods much cheaper than any other irm in the colony. Remember that J. F. STRATZ * COi Are their own manufacturers, Jf. F. STRATZ & CO. Are their own Importers. J. F. SXBATZ & CO. Are their own Retail Dealers, arjiiUij dimt t> thi prblio every a - . Wholaia'e Pr.ij.



NEXT WOOL SALE OF THE SEASON FOR THE ASHBURTON DISTRICT Will be held in our Stores on An Early Date When a Large and Varied Catalogue will be submitted to competition. Clients will oblige by forwarding par ticulars as early as possible, so as to allow of catalogue being prepared.



Wool. Wool. Wool. LIBERAL CASH ADVANCES AGAINST WOOL Consigned to u for Sale either at CHRISTCHURCH ASHBURTON, AUSTRALIAN OR ENGLISH MARKETS BE. Matson & Co, ASHBURTON . 1152



Business Notices. MINWALD JJAOINO OLU*. ANNUAL MEETING, * JANUARY Ist, 1887. r President—Donald McLean. ' Vice-Presidents—J. C. N. G-rigg and ■ Wi kin. Judge— Mathew Stitt. Starter—Dr Leahy. t Treasurer—Hark Scott. Clerk of Scales—R. B. Jeff. Clerk of Course—David Jackson, Handicappers—The Committee ~ FIRST RACK TO START AT 1210.



i. HANDICAP HURDLE BAGE-ol tfi son. One and a half mile, over ft flights of hurdles, about 3ft 6in high. Second hone to receive 60s from the stake. Nomf.atfaa 10a, acceptance, 6s. 2; NOVEL IIUuDLE RACE of 20 son. One and a half mile. -Over S flight* of hn’die* about 3ft 6in high. Poet entrance 103. Winner to be sold, the whole of the proceeds to go to the funds of the Clnb. Weight lOat. 8. TIN WALD CUP, a handicap of 30 sots. ' One and a half mile. Second hone to receive £5 from the staked. Nomination I 16s, acceptance l(s. . ■ • 4. TROTTING EACB, a Time Handicap of 16 sots. Three miles. Second btucao to receive 60s from the stake. NO weight under lOst. Nomination ids, accept* ance, fit. 6. MAIDEN EACB of 10 sots. One ile. Weight for age: Entrance 10a, * 6, FLYING HANDICAP of 10 so vs. Six furlongs. Entrance 10a. Cap winner to carry 71b penalty: 7. B LLING HACK EACB of 10 son. Half-mile. Winner to be sold for £lO, any snrplns to go to the funds of the Club. Post entry, 10s. Weight Bst np. . CONSOLATION HANDICAP of 10 son One mile. Entrance 10a. 9. HUBBY BCUEET for all entrance money: Entrance 10a. For horses that have never won public money.



BULBS AND REGULATIONS. 1. No entry will be received except nude the following conditions— That all dispute* claims, and objections arising out of the racing shall be deeded by the Stewards, iCt,turbos* they may appoint; their decision onall points connected with the carrying out of pro* gramme to be final. 2 C.J.C. New Rules will be in force 8. The Races are open to any home com* monly resident in the district from the Ist of October to the date of meeting, and owned by a person vho has resided in the district daring the same period. 4 The district above mentioned -is bounded on the north by the Belwyn River and on the south by the OrarL 5. Five percent. wiU aq deducted frem gross of all moneys payable fn accordance this programme for expens espf lie cents 6. All nominations and acceptances go to t funds of the Clnb.



NOMINATIONS iND ACCEPTANCES. All Nominations to be accompanied by fees age, name, and description of horse, colours of rider; to be in the hands of the Secretary, add eased Pcott’a Hotel, Tinwald, before 9 run. on BAIURDAT, DECEMBER 11th. Weights will be declared on Satnrday, 18th. Acceptances and Maiden Entries most be la the bands of the Secretary, at Bcott a Hotel, Tinwald, not later than 9 pan. on Tuesday, December 28th, 1886. cypil jephsost, 0837 Secretary.



D.I.C. Special Christmas Anneimeemeiit IN calling the attent’on of oar many patrons and the general pablic to tns above. we have pleasure in. informing th«m of onr very EXTENSIVE SHIPMENTS or CHRISTMAS FANCY GOODS TOYS, &c., &c.



These are now displayed in the new and very spacious additional Show Boom lately add'd to the Warehouse as a '* FANCY GOODS BAZAfIP School Committees. Sports and Public Institutions have now ,thp opportunity of selecting from J tiS largest, the choicest, and the moat vaitin Stock of Fancy Novelties ever displayed in New Zealand, and all at strictly Whole* sale Prices. IMMENSE DISPLAT X_ or CHRISTMAS AND NEW CARDS.



Owing to the extraordinary attendaaos* 7 of customers dn'i”gthis season in the past year, the WAREHOUSE will be OPEN? till 9 30 pm. on SATURDAYS, the Uth and 18th, and also CHRISTMAS EVE. Visitors are requested to inspect the Stock without being pressed to purchase. ’' B. 0. BROWN, Manager. D.1.G., Cashel Street CHRISTCHtmCH.