The Ashburton Guardian.

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-No 1431

ASHBURTON. TUESDAY DECEMBER 14. lH8f)

PRICE-ONE PENNY



Conveyances mINWALD AND MOUNT SOME J_ RAILWAY. MOUNT SOMERS ROYAL MAIL COACH. The above Csach leaves Hood’s hotel or Cavendish Railway Station every day, ?Jd hr eoaoh to Alford Fomt. th»«. to Metbven in time for the last train for Christchurch, or may retain in time for the last train for Ashburton. Parcels and Orders will reoelve every attention. Horses and Buggies on hire. ln JOHN HOOP M OUNT SOMERS & METHVBN ROYAL MAIL COACH. On and after January Ist, 1885, the undersigned will run a Coach each Mon day, Wednesday and Saturday, stutiug at noon from Hood’s H«el. Mount Som«*«, lor Springburn and Alford Forest, there tmnecting with Duff’s Coach from Methvefl ?3tornlng same evening. F ? r ?“~ S P t bun, 2a, retain, 3s; Alford Forest. 4s return, Bs. T HIX 0. 0. FOOKS AND SON, Architects, IVIL hwUDIMBa, VAI'JATOM, Lxomhb> SuBVXTOBS, AITD LAIOj BbOKKRS, TRIANGLE, WAKANDI ROAD Ashbubtow. FT" EATING’S POWDER destroys bugs, r\ fleas, moths, bedtles, and all other Meets, whilst quite harmless to domestic ilmaln. In exterminating beetles the iccess of this powder is extraordinary. : Is perfectly clean In application, le article yon purchase la KEATING ' i imitations are noxious and ineffectual Did in tins, 6d, la, and 2s 6d each, by lends ts. 1



The Thoroughbred Horae Perkin Warbeck II TTTILL Stand thia aeasou at Grow »T Park, Tinwald. Pedigree. He is by the celebrated ho~se Peckir Warbeck (imp), out of Miaa Kate (Imp) Perkin Warbeck was go' by Adventurer dam Bumble Kite, by Yoltigeur—Sweet hriar. by Stookweil—Eglantine, by Flyins Dutchman —Azalia, by Oatton —Annoi Lyle, by Ashton—Lamia, by Gohann - Adventurer by Newminater, dnm Palma, by Emilias. Newminster by Touchstone, dam Beeswing. Miss Kate was got by Adventurer, her dam Sporting Life, by Prime Minister—Candlewick, etc , etc. An examination of his w ! H show that he possesses a double vein oi the famous Adventurer blood, and is one of the very best bred animals in the Southern Hemisphere. .Terms: Three guineas, duo on Ist January, 1887. Groomage free, ss, pay able at first service. For further par ticulars apply 9676 EDWARD GATES



' 0 S;tAND THIS SEASON. Tam O’Shanter, Will 'Ravel the Districts of WA.PERTON, WHEATSTONE, FLEM INGTON, WILLOWBY AND r r\ vi n t> t? a r% rr By Young 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 oh more than two mares. Mates will he grazed free to January Ist, but no responsibility incurred By Messenger—Banshee, israugui OIHUIUU, Spring Bank, LONGBEACH. Fee : £3 3s. Draught Stallion, 10*794 JOHN GRIGG, Proprietor



Put lie 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 MoLEAN. 1 167 Lagmhor. Mrs Meech DEEBSIAKEB, 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 rpHB PROBLEM SOLVED. By the aid of mathematical science, and by carefully studying the human from in all its varied phases of development, we have long ago reduced the art of fitting to a certainty. Bat in these days of falling prices, another problem presents itself for solution, and It is this : to produce



CLOTHING TO MEASURE at thejsame price aa ready made goods so that everyone may enioy the luxury of a Pekfkot Fitt vq Suit, at the lowest possible expense. it gives ns much pleasure to Inform jjr .'rlends and the public generally that ms PROBLEM IS ALSO SOLVED, and we are now making suite in our usual First-class style, at the following prices: Fair Twedd Suit to measure ... 3 0 0 Better quality ... ... ... 310 0 Good honest Ashburton or Kal apoi Suita 4 0 0 Fancy Coatings, Broadcloths, etc, in proportion. As no margin is allowed for risk of Kind, orders at these prices will be sxb onted 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 or 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 From the Best English and Colonial MANUFACTURERS. fgf LOOK OUT FOR OUR New Advertisement Which will appear in the course of a few days. HAYES & CO EEADI MONEY DRAPEES, ARCADE.



A WONDERFUL BOOK FOR la. 100 CONTAINING TRICKS AND DELUSIONS WITH CARDS 25 MARVELLOUS COIN TRICKS, For the performance of winch only a common pack of cards and the ordinary coins of the realm are needed. ATX FULLY EXPLAINED. Also, a large collection of AMUSING RIDDLES, CHARADES, GAMES, Ac., And over 200 TRICKS WITH CONJURING APPARATUS. All illustrated, explained, and made simple, with a catalogue of English, French, and American Novelties, Games, Toys, 4e. Covering over 800 pages and illustrated wit over 300 woodblocks. Both books mailee free for Is. JACK HIS BRIDE. Mechanical FIGURES DANCE to MUSIC and keep perfect time. Is 3d each, the pair 2s. TTTR WIZARD OP THE NORTH’S CHANGEABLE PACK OF CARDS Wonderful Changes with Lightning Rapidity 1s 2d, post free. N.B.W. stamps taken at par j post office orders and postal notes preferred. If * imps of other colonies are sent add 2d in the shilling forexchange. TAK» NOTION—'To advertise onr bnsi’'ess We will for a short time send * as whole of the above mentioned articles to one address post paid f r 2s 6d Address all orders: H. YORK 4 CO., 401 George street, Sydnev. Lock Box 41, King street, Post Officei



Business Notices. THE worst form of Ftver, Prickly Heat, Smallpox and Measles rapidly cured by LAMPLOUGH’S PYRETIC SALINE ‘‘lt saved my life, for the fever had obtained a strong hold on me." —O FiZigeraid, Correspondent of Man cheater Guardian, in .Albania. Abundant medical les itnuny enclosed with each bcttle. It is the cure 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. S. Purdy, Esy., writes:—“l would rather go short cf anything than this never-falling travellers’ friend." 9862 Ashburton permanent BUILDING & INVESTMENT SOCIETY. The above Society pays Interest at rate of per cent, per annum for De posits at Call, 5 per cent, per annum fo three months, and cent, per annua if fixed tor 6 months or over- J WARD, Manger. Office.- Arcade Chamoets, Burnet tree'*-



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’icited. R. S. BEAN, Ashburton Coal and Firewood Depot, West Street. J. Ballantyne & Co. HAVE OPENED THEIR NEW SPRING GOODS, And are making a very fine display or 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 p’ MERCERY. DUNSTABLE HOUSE Christchhkoh, 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 every 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 that 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 WORM TA' LETS. KEATING’S WORM TABLETS. KEATING’S WOHM TABLETS. KEATING’S WORM TABLETS. KEATING’S WORM TABLETS. A PURELY VEGETABLE SWEETMEAT, both in appearance and taste, furnishing a most 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 Druggists. Propretor—THOMAS KEETING, London. GRATEFUL—COMFORTING. EPPS’S OOOOA. BREAKFAST. BT a thorough knowledge of the naturs lawa which govern the operations o digestion and nutrition, and by a oarefu application of the fine properties of wel selected cocoa, Mr. Epps has provider onr breakfast tables with a delicate flavoured beverage which may save a many heavy doctor’s bills. It Is by th ad cions aae of each art idea of die 4 ' a constitution may be gradually hsiit uj sntil strong enough to realat every tan deucy to dlaeaae. Hundreds of snbtl. maladiea vre floating around na ready ' attack wherever there la r weak point Ve may escape many a fatal shaft b keeping ourselves well fortified with pur food and a properly nourished frame. - An article in the Civil Service Gazette. Made simply with boiling water or mllli Sold In Jib packets by Grocers, labelle thus:— JAMES EPPS AND 00., HOMOEOPATHIC) CHEMISTS, LONDON, ENGLAND. BEOOM VILLA, Wakanui Road. MISS STEANE still continues receive Pupils, and thoroug h grounds them in English (Gram., Geo , Histy., Die., and Compos’n.). with accomplishments of Music, French, and Drawing, af the most moder i terms. Evening lessons in any or all these could be resumed if sufficient en couragement were given AN OPENING FOB A LADY BOARDER, 96



Business Notices f|IHE PUBLIC TRUST OFFICE OF NEW ZEALAND ITS OBJECTS. 1. The Administration of Intestate Estates, and the realise tier 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 Mondy Trusts, including Marriage Settle ments and every kind of fund, the trusts of whiohare definitely set orth 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 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 fnlfiim nt of all trusts placed in the office. ITS INCREASING POPULARITY. This will be shewn by the following figures : Scales of charges with existing 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 Are .t at Christchurch.



T H E PREMIER OOL O N I COMPANY jANTiRBUP.Y BRANCH, ’' V* ftjiQt % Big I *.‘V- S&E&SI t«i c>> YAiJiV m i SSSa "■•V wm 9 co Capital DOG FIRE AND MARINE RISKS, ALSO RISKS ON GROWING CROPS ACCEPTED AT THE LOWI< T CURRENT RATES. George Jameson AOFNT ASHBTTTfTO 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 Age



IN placing the Electric Necklet before the New Zealand pnbllo the discoverer and proprietor begs to draw Special 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 titanic powers, which generate a continuous light current of galvanism, and the Necklet in consequence contains ail the virtues of a miniature battery, and Is 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 Kursteiner, 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 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 most 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 la needless to comment on the anxious and sleepless nights passed by thousands of mothers during the painful period of the teething of infants. Every day brings to an untimely grave hundreds of infants whose lives might have been saved by the use of the simple Necklet. In addition to the relief from pam afforded by the Necklet during the period of dentition, by its norve-g : ving force ft wards off and 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 CONROD A' CO., Auckland, his sole agents in New Zealand for the sale of these Necklets, from whom only they can he obtained. The price has been placed at the very lowest possible point, point, barely c vering the cost of importation, sad 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 bo 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.



<9 DRINK #■>!% O p^p.PvCTS e Bestfeas N.Z INDUSTRIAL GAZETTE ' The blending is entirely attended t by Mr Nelson himself, who is Taster of great experience, and ha had a special training in the art.' i TIIHARU HERALD. k •• This firm deserves the sup A port of all purchasers of Tea as the article they offer 1 superior to anything’ we bar yet seen in this Colony. ’ ’«k PRESS. “Mr. Nelson is a pro i fessional Taster an< k w Blender." IN THE SEtrSQ oruv C .os 1 (& SUM! THOUGH COPIED k BY ALL # Packets i CES P R '■h z h i/s, 3/- fd L? 'TO ‘m '/ 4, AWARDED BOXES 1- ELSONfdOftT 4 HALF & Co Wr OS CHCH CHESTS prlb PURE BLENDED TEAS AUCKLAND ,WELLI NGTON, CHRISTCHURCH, DUNEDIN, AC?'’ -S EVERYWHERE *



£2s REWARD WILL be given to anyone who can prove that wo are not selling exactly the same kind of English Levers for £3, made by the same factory and of the eame quality, as Stewart Dawson and Oo.’s Watch, No. 105 U 3, for which they charge £3 16s, and state in their guarantee (be regular retail price to be £8 10a. Inspection invited. J. F. STRATZ & CO., 261, High street, ohristohoroh; REWARD To anyone who can prove that Stewart Dawson and Go.’a Watch No. 118098, for which they charge £6 15s, and state in their guarantee the r- gnlat retail price to be £l2 10s, is better finished, more serviceable. stan r s more wear, and is'better suited for New Zealand use than the English Levers I sell at £6 10s. Inspection invited. J. F. STBATZ & CO., 261, High street. OEBISXCJIUROH. £2 5 REWARD To anyone who can prove the Watch No. 113112 in my window, with Stewart Dawson and Co.’s Beat Manufacture” engraved on it, was ever made in England. This Watch is a Geneva Wat**h. 1 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, OHBISICH URGE.



No one in New Zealand can com pete with onr prices We are sending direct from onr Workshops to the wearer’s pocket a good, etrong Silver Hunting English Ijover. capped and jewelled, for £3. Our extra heavy English Hunting Levers, as strong as John Bull, capped and jewelled, for £4 10s. The very best English Levers ever 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 gooa value. The above Watches are sold by retail dealers for doable the amount. In addition to the above, we have a large assortment of the well-known Rotherham English Bunting 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 costs, from £1 ss. Ladies’ English made Lever Watches, handsomely finished and perfect in time, from £3 10s



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 you with a first-clast 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 out steel pinions, polished mainsprings, and go in any position. Send Post Office order fer 8s 6d, and we will forward yon one id 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 cosh, therefore, in purchasing your goods from us yon have not to pay for other people’s bad debts. Wo have no hawkers, and have no connection with any other business in New Zealand, Our only place of business is at 261, High street, Christ church, our Watch Factory. Clerken well, London, and our Clock Factories at Birmingham, England, and Black Forest, Germany.



WOOL SALES QUR gALE BY RUCTION Will be held at our GRAIN STORE, WEST STREET, ON Thursday, 16th December. When a Large Catalogue will be offered FEIEDLATOER BEOS. None —The ground floor has bean cleared for the purpose, so that the Wool will be shown to advantage. F. B. WOOLPACKS WOOLSACKS. E offer Full-Sized WOOLPAOfcS AT 2 08. EACH



J. F. STEATZ & CO., PRACTICAL WATCHMAKERS, JEWELLERS, AND MANUFACTURERS, 261, High Triangle, CHRISTCHURCH. Haring secured our premises in the early aaye when rents were low, and as we are a large amount of mannfaotnring 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 A CO- Ate their own manufacturers. J. F. STRATZ & CO Are their own Importers. J. P. STRATZ «k CO. Are their own Retail Dealers. if eat lllng direct to the public everr ■ictic 1 Wholesale Price. 3 *3l 6



FRIEDLANDER BROS. WOOL. WOOL. WOOL. Made on Clips of Wool PLACED IN OUR HANDS FOR SALE FRIEDLANDER BROS. 1111 ASHBURTON WOOL SALES BEG to ntimate to onr Clients and Others interested that onr



NEXT WOOL SALE OF 'I'H M SEASON FOB THE ASHBURTON DISTRICT Will be held in our Stores on Thursday, December 16, 1886, 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 as for Sale either at CHRISTCHURCH, ASHBURTON, AUSTRALIAN OR ENGLISH MARKETS EL Matson & Co, ASHBUETOK 1153



Public Aanonncttßiaatc. J^AOINO A N NU A L~M B ETi.£ Q, JANUARY La, 1887. President—Donald McLeasr Vice-Presidents—J. O. H. Qrin n< Wiikm. Judge—Mathew BUtt. -• Starter —Dr Leahy, Treasurer—Mark Scott, deck of Scales—B. B. Jeff. Clerk of Jackson. Handicappcrs—The Committee . FIEBT BAGS TO START AT IS SO. 1. HANDICAP HURDLE BACE of 15 me. One and a half mile,,over S flights of hm-dlee, about Bft 6m high. Second horse to receive 60s from the stake. .Bami'ettas 10a, acceptance,. ss. , , ' 2. NOVEL EUBDLB; BACH of » me. One and a half mile. ' Over t flights of hn>dle« about 3ft 6ln high. Fpas entrance 10a Winner to be' sold, and the whole of the proceeds to go to the funds of the Club. Weight lOrt. i; 3. TINWALDCUP, a handicap at t» men* One and a half mile. ' Second > horsste receive £5 from the stakes. Ncnriwatien 16s, acceptance 16a. - J 4. TROTTING BAOB, a Time Hagdioap of 16 sots. Three miles. Second .hptw to receive 60s from the stake. No- weight nnder lost. Nomination 10s, accept* once, 6a. “ & MAIDEN BACK of lO eovs. One' lie. Weight for age; Entrance 10a 6. FLYING HANDICAP of 10 sovsl Six furlongs. Entrance 10a Cup winner to carry 71b penalty: 7. S LUNG HACK RAQB of 10 me. Half-mile. Winner to.be sold for any surplus to go to the fond* of the Club. Post entry, 10s. Weight 8M ap. . CONSOLATION HANDICAP of 10 eon One mile. Entrance 10s. 9. HTJBRY SCTJBBT for all entrance money) Entrance 10a. For horses that have never won public money. miNWALD £jLtta



BUXjES AND REGULATIONS. 1. No entry will be received except under i the following conditions— That all disputes, ! claims, ard objections arising ont of the racing shall be deed'd by the Stewards, or whoa they may appoint; their decision on all points connected with the carrying ont of this pro* gramme to be final. 2 C. J.C. New Buies will be in forae 3. The Races are open to any horse com monly resident in the district from thd Ist of October to the date of meeting,and owned by a person who has resided in the district doting the same period. 4 The district above mentioned is bounded on the north by the Selwyn River and on the south by the Orari. 5. Five per cent, will aq deducted from gross of all moneys payable in accordance this programme for expenses of the conn 6. All nominations and acceptances go to t funds of the Olnb. NOMINATIONS iND ACOHPTANCES. All Nominations to be accompanied by foes age, name, and description of horse, colours of rider j to be in the bands of the Secretary, add-eased Scott’s Hotel, Tinwald, before 9 pw on SATURDAY, DECEMBER lllh. Weights will be declared on Saturday, 18tlu Acceptances and Maiden Entries Didst be in the hands of the Secretary, at Scott's Hotel, Tinwald, not later than 9 p.m. on Tuesday. December 28th, 1886. CYBIL JEPHSON, 10837 Secretary.



Special Christmas Announcement r calling the attenfou of our mtny patrons and the general public to tne above, we have pleasure in informing then of our very EXTENSIVE SHIPMENTS 09 CHRISTMAS FANCY GOODS TOYS, &c., &c. These are now displayed in the new very spacious additional Show Bmm lately suded to the Warehouse as a FANCY GOODS BAZAAR



School Committees. Sports Committees, and Public Inetitutiona have now the op oortunity of selecting from, the la ge*t, the choicest, and the moat varied Stock of Paucy Novelties ever displayed in Mew Zealand, and all at strictly Whole* sale Prices. IMMENSE DISPLAY w OF CHRISTMAS AND NEW TEAR CARDS. O string to the extraordinary attendaaos of customers dating this Besson in the past year «he WABBHOUSE will be OPEN till 9 80 pm. on S'TUBDATS, thellth and 18 th, and also GHBISXIIAS EYE. Visitors are requested to teepeet tbft Stock without being pressed to porohaaflb E. 0. BROWN. HiMlSglie D.1.C., OiHHItTi S^put CHfiisTcmmcH.