RAILWAY TIME TABLE

Tbaimb Abbivb at Ashburtgw— From Christ* church and the North, at 10.15 a.m. (express), 1.35 p.m., and 7.10 p.m. Prom Timaru, 10.45 a.m. From Dunedin and South, 5.27 ♦m. (express). From Mount Bomers, 10.5 a.m «... Tbainb Lbavs AsnuußTOK — For Ohnat ohuroh and North, at 7.10 a.m., 10.55 a.m., „ and 5.37 p.m. (express). For Dunedin and r South, 10.25 a.m. (express). For Timaru, 4.45 p.m. For Mount Somers, 5.5 p.m I — —^—^ — — — —^ ' ' i ' ——————— ————^—^—^—^ . ;

THB ASHBURTON GUARDIAN.

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MAIL NOTICES.

Mali* close at ihe Ashbarton Post Office follows : — For Christ-church and North at 6 a.m 0.30 a.m., and 6 p.m., daily. For Ohertoey Eakala, &0., at 10.30 a.m and 6 p.m. daily. For Dttnedin,Tinwald, Winulow, Hinds, OoMotream. Bangltata, Orarl, Winchester, Uid Geraldlne, at 10 ».m. daily. For Temuka, at 10 %.m. and 4.30 p. m §jly, For Tknaru and South,! at 10 a.»., and 80 p. m., dally For Greenstreet and Aahburton Forks, on Wednesdays and Saturdays, at 10.30 For Wakanui, Elgin, Seaview, Seafield, sdKyle, on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and turdays, at 6.30 a.m. For Mount Somers, dally at 4.30 p.m For Mayneld and Kuapnna, on Mon days and Thursdays, at 4.30 p.m. For Amhton, Waterton and Longbeach, 4.30 p.m. daily. For Fleuiington, on Mondays, Wednes 4»ys, and Fridays, at 4.30 p.m. , For Newlanda, on Tuesdays and Fri at 10.30 mb, Malls arrive at the Ashburton Post j/rom OhrJstchuroh and Rakala at 10.15 • m., 4.35 p.m., and 7.20 p.m. From Ohertsey &o. at 10.15 t. and ,36 p.m. cuily. From D.\nedin *ad intermediate places 6.3? T»,m daily. jFrobi Temuka an Timaru at 10.40 a.m p 6, 50 p.m daily. From Greenatreet and ABhburton Forks, Wednesdays and Saturdays, at 4.45 p.m. From Wakanui, Elgin, Seaview, Sea field and Kyle, on Tuesdays, Thuradays, and Saturdays, at 6 p.m. Ssqdx Mount Somers, daily at 10.5 i m. From Mayfield and Ruapuna, on Wed oesdayi and Saturdays, at 10.5 a.m. From Ashton, Waterton, and Long at 10 a.m. daily. From Newlands, on Tuesdays and Fri at 2.30 p.m. From Flemington on Tuesdays, Than, days, and Saturdays, at 10a.m.

The Ashburton Guardian. Magna est Veritas et Prævalebit. WEDNESDAY, APRIL 27, 1887. THE "TIMES" CHALLENGE TO MR PARNELL.

I Mr Parnell does not seem m any hurry to take up the challenge, which, m the face ot the whole civilized world, the London " Times " has thrown down to him by publishing what it alleges to be a letter from him to a political associate wherein Mr Parnell expresses his distinct approval of the cowardly murder of Mr Burke coupled with regret at the "accident " by which Lord Frederick Cavendish was murdered at the same time and place. Mr Parnell's mere denial of the authorship of such a letter simply counts for nothing at all It could hardly be ex pected that he would acknowledge its au hentictyi unless, indeed, he were prepared to retire instantly and for ever from public life ; but the only way m which he can vindicate his character from the stigma now cast upon it is by prosecuting the proprietors of " The Times " m a Court of Law for libel, when the whole matter would be sifted by an impartial tribunal. "The Times " invites Mm to institute such a prosecution, eminent statesman do ao likewise, the American and Continental newspapers point out that this is the sole mode by which he can prove his innocence, but Mr Parnell remains passive, notwithstanding that if the matter were brought before a Court of Law, it would not be incumbent upon him to prove that he did not write the letter, but the onus would rest upon 11 The Times " of proving that he did. So far as Mr Parnell is personally concerned, however, it is a matter of no moment to the mass of the British people whether he chooses to let judg ment go against him by default or not, but the point of interest lies m the fact that Mr Parnell is the leader of the Irish National Party and his written approval of the murder of Mr Burke indicates the desperate measures to which that party is ready to have re course for the purpose of attaining its ends, whatever jhose ends may be, for it must be borne m mind that the Irish National Party has never yet pub lished any difinite programme or intro duced any Bill into the Imperial Parliament for the purpose of giving effect to its views, so that is is only by the actions of the National League and the utterances of its leaders that we can infer the nature of its ultimate aims. The publication of Mr Parnell's letter is sure to strengthen the hands of the Salis bury Government m dealing with the party of disorder m Ireland, and Parlia ment will all the more cheerfully grant the increased police powers asked for m the Crimes Bill. It is high time indeed that the reign or terror and violence, which the National League has exer cised over some parts of Ireland for several years were terminated, and peaceable citizens were allowed to pay their rents and exercise their personal liberty without danger of themselves, their wives or daughters being shot or maltreated, or of their cattle being maimed or destroyed, their crops burnt or injury done them m other ways. The restoration of law and Older is a matter quite distinct from the question of the right mode of governing Ireland. The first duty of every Government is to make itself obeyed and to protect peaceful citizens m the exercise of their rights. Coercion Bills affect criminals and not law a biding citizens, and the sympathies of all right thinking men will be with those who obey the law and not with those who conspire together to break it. We are glad to see that Mr Gladstone is urging Mr Parnell to indicate himself m a Court of Law. The English telegrams at first stated that Mr-Glad stone was following an opposite course and was supporting Mr Parnell m his refusal to accept the "Times" challenge, but either this was a mistake of the telegraphist or else Mr Gladstone has become convinced by public opinion that a circumstantial charge, like that made by the leading journal of the nation, cannot be got rid of by a barren denial of its truth and that Englishmen will not countenance any cause which winks at assassination. It would, indeed, have been a matter of profound regret if Mr Gladstone had permitted \ himself to be so far led away by political feeling as to even indirectly aid m stifling an investigation into a charge which not only reflects m the most serious manner upon the personal character of Mr Parnell, but implicates the Irish National Party with the foulest ?f crinaes.

LOCAL AND GENERAL.

The annual meeting of the parishioners of St. Stephen's will be held to-morrow (Thurs day) m the Churoh Schoolroom, at 7.30 p.m. Miss Morrison, of Ashburton, and Miss Holloway, of Christchuroh, announce that they have entered into partnership as dress makers, etc, m premises opposite those »i .Mr Chapman, painter. We were sorry to disappoint our country subscribers yesterday, but the late hour at whioh the telegram containing His Excel lency's speeoh .at the opening of Parliament reaohed us rendered it impossible to get the paper out m time for the trains. Mr J. Clark, of the Hinds, bad four etudes of wheat burned last week. The grain was insured. On the 21st inst Mr Osborne, of Dobbin's ford, had a quantity of oats destroyed by fire. A combine and elevator, which were on the ground, were also burned. Tha oats combine and elevator were insured m the Colonial office. A trial of Kennedy's patent washing machine, for whioh Mr W. Baylis is the local agent, was held at the Central Hotel this morning, There was a fair attendance o* persons interested, and all expressed them selves very well pleased with the manner m which the maohine did its work. The patentee has received nnmerous testimonials regarding his machine, greatly praising the saving of labor attained by using the maohine and also the less amount of wear and tear involved on the olothes. The following very unlikely piaoe of news appears m yesterday's Ohristohuroh " Tele graph," as reosived from its Wellington cor respondent; — On dit that Sir Julius Yogel has expressed his desire to throw m his lot with the Opposition, and that at least one Atkin sonite has been sounded with a view of seeing whether such an alliance would be acceptable. I merely give the rumour for what it is worth* At a meeting of the Tinwald School Com mittee a letter was received from Mr D. T. Todd tendering his resignation as pupil teaoher, and from Mr Quarterrnain recom mending a pro tern supply. It was resolved that Mr Todd's resignation be aooepted, the Committee expressing regret at the loss the sohool would sustain m the acceptance of suoh resignation, but wishing him every prosperity m the future. It was resolved that Mr Eees Williams be appointed as a temporary supply m place of Mr Todd, as reoommended by the Head Master, until a pupil teacher be ap pointed. The Chairman' was instructed to communioate with the Board of Education asking for a oopy of the Eduoation Aot for each member of the Committee. The Com mittee decided to hold their meetings on the last Friday m eaoh month. The anniversary of the Methven Sunday Sohool was celebrated by a soiree m the sohoolroonvon Friday last. The tables were very tastefully arranged and decorated, as well as bountifully supplied with all the good things that ate so attractive to the eyes of the rising- generation, and whioh were pre sided over by Mesdames Grainger, Hook, Sorimgeour, Rands, Hill, and others, Misses Andrews and Grainger presiding m the biohelors department. The attendance of young and old was so numerous that the teachers deoided to give the children their tea first, and let them play whilst th« old folks enjoyed theirs m peace. After ample justice had been done to the good things the tables were oleared and a meeting held, at whioh somt of the ohildren sung several hymns very nicely, and addresses ware pivan hy tha Rev D. MoNicol and Mr J. M. Jones, of Ashburton. The Superintendent (Mr M. Grainger) read bis yearly report, and stated that the soiree had been a finanoial success. He then pre sented the prizes, there being one for eaoh scholar. A vote of thanks was passed to the speakers for their attendance and addresses > and a similar compliment was paid to the onergetio Superintendent and his effioient staff of teachers. A very pleasant gathering. was brought to an end by singing a hymn and pronouncing the benediotion. White Island has been giving magnificent pyrotechnic displays of late, sending up flames, smoke, and steam to a great height. Impecunious Lover : "Be mine, Amanda, and you will be treated like an angel." Maiden : " Yes, I suppose. Nothing to eat, and less to wear. No, I thank you." A man m New South Wales was attaoked by a monkey the other day, and received 13 gashes on his leg, rendering him a cripple for some considerable time. Mrs Boulanger, near Ogdensburg,- N. V., is j said to have given birth to nine ohildren dur ing the past two years. Two years ago she gave birth to twins, the year following to triplets, and a few days ago she presented her unlucky husband with four youngsters. The New Zealand " Times " Canterbury correspondent, «' Fossiker," writes : — lt is re ported that Major George* (or rather Mrs George, for it is no secret that the horse is her own private property) has aocepted an Australian bid of £5,000 for Nelson, and that tha Major and his wife are on their way to Auckland to settW down. No crape was hung on the door when Beecher lay dying, ho having always objected to the use of this and the gloom associated with it m the presence of death. And, in stead, a magnifioent wreath of flowers was hung from the left side of the doorway, and the top of the stoop, composed of white and red roses and lilies of the valley, tied up with satin. A subscriber to Mudie's lately wanted to borrow Eider Haggard's last novel " She." All available copies were out at tha moment, but a few days later he received the following post-card :-— " * She ' has come m, and will be kept for you till to-morrow evening, but no longer.' Unfortunately the poor fellow's wife Baw the oard first, and, forming her own conclusions, kept it from him. He had an awful time of it, till the lady (m a rage) pro duced what she called the "proof of his perfidy ! " And the worßt of it was he never got " She " after all. A friend writes from Shanghai to the Vienna correspondent of the " Daily Tele graph " that m view of the coming oonfliot between England and Russia m Central Asia, the Japanese Government have spent upwards of £180,000 on the fortifications of the twin islands that command the entrance to the straits of Corea. There are now a number o localities m Japan where tha Russian language is spoken. The number of prose* lytes to the Russian Churoh last year was about 12,000 spread over more than 180 villages. The Burmese are a nation of smokers. Every man, woman, and ohild, from the King downward, may be said to smoke immense cheroots four or five inohes long, > made of a coarse leaf rolled up and tilled with wood chips, raw sugar, and a dash of tobacoo, according to taste. One of these cheroots, once lit, frequently passes round the entire family circle, not forgetting even the smallest member of it. Feeble ladies, aged persons, weakly children, persons of sedentary habits, all need American C 0,6, 6 Sop Bitters daily, Believe

HOUSEHOLDERS' MEETINGS.

+ . TINWALD. Some 30 persons, of whom about 20 were duly qualified householders, attended at the Sohoolroom, Tinwaid, on Monday evening for the purpose of eleoling a Committee. The proceedings were very quiet, very little in terest being evinced by any of the house holders present as to what had been done during the year. Mr Jeff, m the absenoe of the Chairman, Mr Jepheon, presided, and read the report of the outgoing Committee. It was particularly brief. Referenoe was made to the ohanges m the staff; to the irregular attendance, the new Committee be ing advised to put m force the compulsory olause ; and to money which is to be ex pended as lead. Mr Joseph Clark, being then voted to the ohair, proceeded with the election of a new Committee. Messrs D. T. Todd and S. Clark acted as scrutineers. Th« result was as followß :— J. Caygill .. .. .. 31 F. Clothier 24 W. H. Smith .. .. 22 M. O'Brien 22 C. Jephson . .  . . 13 S.Corrigan., .. ..11 G. Robinson .. .. 9 R.Jefi .. .... 9 D. Tippet . . . . . . 6 J. Biggs 0 As the result of a ballot for seventh place Mr Robinson was returned. The proceedings I terminated by a vote of thanks to the ohair. At a meeting of the now Committee held afterwards Mr Caygill was eleoted Chairman,

UPPER RANGITATA.

The annual meeting of the householders of the School District of Upper Rangitata was held m the Sohoolhouse, Mayfield, on the 25th inst, at 7 p.m. Mr J . Ooskerie was roted to the chair- The following householders were duly eleoted to form a Committee :— J. Ooskerie, J. Kellahan, R. Matheraon, H. Oorbett, T. Corbett, J. L. Ohristensen and J. McLauchlan. Immediately after the eleo tion the newly appointed Committee held a meeting, at which Mr James Coskerie was unanimously eleoted Chairman.

METHVEN.

The annual meeting of householders for the election of a Sohool Committee for the ensuing year, which waß to be held m the Sohoolroom on Monday evening lapsed, for want of a quorum. The few who did attend waited patiently for fully an hour after the .advertised time but were unable to proceed with the business of the evening.

SPORTING.

TIMARU AUTUMN MEETING.

Timartt, April 26. Following are the acceptances for the South Canterbury Club's Autumn meeting on April 28th and 29th :~ First Day. timaru hubdle kace. ! Gunpowder I Boiderman Foreman | DItTRICT PLATE. ■:- The Brewer I Viking Jackall I TIMABU CDP. The Gem Bos* and Gold Marion Mirella Quibble Nelly TTELTER HANDICAP. Martin Luther Viking Silrer Queen Tenakoe Jackal Gaiety Tarantalus FLYING HANDICAP. Jealousy I The Gem Mir ell* I Silver Queen Melville | Gaiety SELLING RAOB. Viking Barnardo Silver Queen Urland Cathedral Melville Tawntalus Gaiety

OPENING OF PARLIAMENT

» Wellington, April 26. Parliament w»b opened by His Excel lency the Governor this afternoon. Just before two o'olook a sharp shower fell, and the weather seemed to portend a repetition of laat year's experience at the ceremony of the opening of Parliament. B afore, however, his Excellency arrived the rain had ceased, but the atmosphere remained bleak and cloudy. The perma nent Militia and Volunteer Artillery turned out as usual to form a guard of honor, and fire a salute, but there was no j band to enliven the proceedings, and it* absence was muoh commented on.

LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL.

Hla Excellency entered the Oonncll Chamber attended by the Hon Mr For teßCue and Captain Modley, A.D. O,'»; Major-General Whitmore, Colonels Bayley and Brett, Major Jervoia, and the French, German and LtanUih Consuls, There were ■eventeen Councillors m their seats, and at the summons of the Clerk fifty-nine members of the Lowar Houae made their appearance. The Ministers present were the Premier and Messrs Richardson, Tole, and Ballanoe. There were a large number of ladies both on the floor of the Chamber aiH m the galleries. The public gal cry was fall to overflowing, and the mutter of preaa representations was also unusually large. His Excellency read the Speech m a firm, clear voice, as already published. His Excellency having retired, THE SPBAKKR, The Hon. Mr Waterbouae, took the ohftii" and read a proclamation dated April 22nd, appointing him as Speaker, vica Sis W. Fitzherbert. Leave of abaeaoe was .granted to Hon. j E. 0. J. Stevens and Sir Vv". FUzherbert for twelve months. A OomtnlUeß having been appointed to frame the Address-in- Keply, Mr Oliver rose and congratulated Mr Wnterhouxe on bis occupying the Speaker's chair, even though temporarily. Mr Biokley spoke m similar ttrma, and added that m a fuller House ha hoped to express their feelings m a oubstancial motion. Mr Waterhouse having replied that he felt cheered by these expressions of kind ness. The Council adjourned.

HOUSE OF REPREBENTATINES.

The House met at 1 55 p.m. I A raeaa&ge was reaelvedfcom the Legis- ' la'.ivo Ooancil, requiring the attendance of members to hear tho Governors's epeeoh. NEW MKMBER3. On resuming, Mosers Braoken, Jones, Fraser, Monk, and flonl Taipaa, all new membera, look the oath and their seats. NEW BILLS, Sir G. Grey gave notice to move for leave to introduce, a Bill to authorise the purchase or other acquisition of private land for settlement. Sir R. Stoat introdaced'the Banks and Bankers Aot Amendment Bill. TFK PUBLIC BUSINESS, Mr Fraser cave ootioe to move the Addresß In Reply to the Governor's Speech. Mr Bryce asked the Government what coarse they intended to take as to the progress of business m the House. Sir Stoat said the House would meet to-morrow, and it was the intention of Government to go straight on with the buainesa. The Houae rose at 2.50 p.m.

Keating's Cough Lozenges oure coughs, Asthma, Bronchitis, medioal testimony states that no other medicine is so effeotual m the oure of these dangerous maladies. One Lozenge alone give ease, one or two at bedtime ensures rest. For relieving dimoulty of breathing they are invaluable. They oon* tain no opium nor any violent drug. Sold by all Chemists, m Tins, Js JJd, sud ?s 9d each

TELEGRAPHIC NEWS.

BRITISH AND FOREIGN.

[BBUTaB TBX.KOBAMB— OOrYKIGHT.]

THE RELIEF OF EMIN BEY.

Londoh. April 25 Advices to hand from the west coast ot Africa state that Stanley's expedition had ascended the Congo, passed Bomt on March aoth, and was expected to land and encamp at Matabe. Two days later the expedition would start from that place to Wadelai, wnere Emm Pasha is beleaguered. (Received April 27, 1.10 p.m.)

WOOL MARKET.

a London, April 26. The wool market is firm. Arrivals to date for next auctions amount to 320,000 bales.

AUSTRALIA.

(.RBVTKB's TJSLEGBAM8 — OOPTKZGHT.]

MELBOURNE MARKETS.

Mblbournb, April 25, The manager of the National Mort gage and Agency Company of New Zealand reports as tollows of the local market :— Wheat is 3s nd to 4s, prices barely maintained. Barley, 4s gd.tp 5s 6d, steady not an active demand, Oats, feed sorts, as yd to 2s iod, better demand. Oats, milling sorts, as iod to as 1 id, firm; New Zealand oats, under bond, as ad to as 3d. . '

THE JUBILEE.

Melbourne April 26. Lady Loch's proposal that a Jubilee fund be formed for the relief of women lin distress m the colonies is generally 'approved of. Sir William Robinson, the Governor of South Australia, has opened a fund for the purpose, and Sir Anthony Musgroye, Governor of Queensland, has promised his co-opera* tion.

SOUTH AUSTRALIAN POLITICS.

Adxlazdk, April' 26. The Parliamentary elections are now completed, and the Legislative As sembly is composed chiefly of members who have not, sat m Pafliament before. There is a substantial majority m favor of protection, an absolute majority m favor of payment of members, and a large majority will support an increase m the land tax, and Government have intimated that they have abandoned their intention of introducing a property tax on the basis of the New Zealand Act. It is expected Parliament with a view to adjust the revenue will imme diately deal with the following subjects — Thorough reorganisation of the system of leasing Crowns Lands, and of pastoral runs on the • expiration of the present leases, appointment of Boards controlling the Civil service and rail ways. It is expected that the revenue from the present land and income taxes will be increassd by abolishing the exemption. (Received April 27, 1.10 p.m«) A DISABLED MAN-OF-WAR. Melbourne, April 27. Her Majesty's troopship Tyne, bound for Sydney with relief crews, has been sighted off Wilson's Promontory flying a flag showing that she is disabled, apparently having been m collision with some rock or wreckage. H.M." survey ing vessel Myrmidon is m attendance and there appears no immediate danger to the Tyne. • *

IMPERIAL CONFERENCE.

[rEUTER's TELEORAMS — COPYRIGHT.] London, April 25. At to-day's meeting of the Imperial Conference, the discussion on the question of Australasian naval defences was resumed. After the delegates of the Imperial Government had explained the types of war vessels which they proposed for the Australasian defences, and which would be an improvement on the Archer typp, several of the colonial delegates read telegrams from « their respective Governments accepting the Imperial defence proposals lubject to the approval of the Colonial Legis latures. Sir Henry Holland congratu lated the colonies on their complete unanimity on the defence question, which of itself would be sufficient to prevent the failure of the Conference. Sir Patrick Jennings (New South Wales) expressed confidence that his Govern ment would agree to the defence proposals. London, April 26. The colonial delegates to the Imperial Conference were presented to the Prince of Wales at yesterday* levee.

FRANCE AND GERMANY

[rbutbr's telegrams— copibioht.] Berlin, April 25. The " North German Gazette " to day publishes a statement from reliable sources that the French Commissioner, Schnoebell, was arrested m German territory on a charge of treason and intriguing m Alsace, and that his arrest was decided upon after convinc ing proofs of his guilt had been obtained. Bomb, April 25. His Holiness the Pope has offered to mediate between France and Germany relative to the arrest of Commissioner Schnoebell.

ASHBURTON LIVE STOCK MARKET

\ Mr B. G, Staveley (for New Zetland Loan and Mercantile Agency Company, Limited) reports on Aahbarton eale, 26th . inst ; — Aboot 12,000 sheep and average , number of osttle yarded. Good attend* ) anoe, and improve! enquiry for younsf sheep, for which values had a hardening I tendency. Cattle were dull. Fat ooira ■made £3 5s to £4 ?s 6d; forward ballooki, £5 j fat crossbred ewes, 4s, 4s 8d and 6a , 6d ; halfbred wethera m forward condl tion, 5a 6d ; merino wethers m good condition, Is lOd ; two-tooth mixed oroaa* , brede, 3s 2d 3a 5i and 3s 9d , full-mouth merino ewes, Is 51, la 7d and Is 9d ; for ward four and elx-tooth oroisbreds, 5a 8d and 6s ; medium croasbred lambi. 81 6d and 3s 2d.

" Bough on Gatabkh." — Correotß o&etuiive odora at onoe. Complete ours of wbrat chronic oases ; also unequalled as gargle tot diphtheria, sore throat, foul breath " "Bough on Piles."— Why Buffer Piloa? Immediate relief and complete cure gqaran- Ask for "Bough on Files." Bars cure for itching, protruding, bleeding, or any orm of Files. Ob, how refreshing, palarable, and reviving is a draught of 000 l water with American Sop Bittera, m it, to a fezer patieut Set£SJ9

THfl ABHBXJBTOH GUARDIAN, WEDNESDAY, APBIL 27, 1887



Wanted. |T T ANTED KNOWN. — That MRS VV MEEOH, Dressmaker, has Re- moved from Burnett street to premises m Cameron street, next Post Office. ' \k ANTED Known.— The Ashburton v *^ Select Quadrille Class opening night WEDNESDAY, April 27th, 1887, at the Orange Hall, Burnett street. Dancing at eight sharp. Admibsion : Gentlemen, 2s ; ladies, free. By order of the Dance Committee. 4 291. WANTED the Public to look out for the Ashburton Patent Jubilee Washing Machine. A great success and no puff. Due notice of a public trial will be given. Waßhing no more trouble.— Samuel Hardley, Inventor, Kaßt Btreet, Ashburton. 4 310 JUBILEE PUMPKIN PRIZES.— First J Prize value £3 ; second £2 ; third £1 10s ; fourth £1 ; and 300 otherß from 15s to 2a. A very good chance of getting a prize to every purchaser of 5s worth of Drapery. — H, C. Segers, Melford House. WANTED known that HAVES & CO. have Large Stocks on hand. For particulars see our advertisements m this paper. JUBILEE PUMPKIN.— Every person tl purchasing 5s worth of Gooj?s will be entitled to One Guess, (10s Two Guesses, and so on) as to the number of Heeds contained m the Jubilee Pumpkin now on view m our window. — H. C. Seqers, Melford House. WANTED known— l have jnat opened up a useful assortment of house- hold Crockery, Ironmongery and Brnah- ware. — James McGregor, Grooer, Etc., Tanored Street, opposite Aroade. JUBILEE PUMPKIN PRIZE. —As we £/ intend making this a great success we have decided to double the number of Presents, making m all a total of about 300 to be given away. A lot of Jubilee Presents just opened, (more m a few dajs )— H. O, Seqers, Melford House.



HAVING taken the shop adjoining our Drapery, have opened it for Men'B Clothing and Boots, &n. Splendid Assortment of Overcoats, Waterproofs, Oilsbins, &c. 155 Pumpkin Prizes to b given away. Apprentices wanted for the dressmaking. — H. C, Segers, Melford House. FAYARD AND BLAYN PAPER SIXTY years of great success proclaim superiority m the treatment of Violent Colds, Irritation of the Chest, Aching, Sprain Sprains, Sores, Scalds, Corns, Bunions, Sof Corns, etc. This medicine, the property o which has been established more than half a century by thousands of cnres, iB of an invalu- able use m many inflammatory diseases against which there are not to any effi acious remedies, and is therefore justly considered by a great number of our most eminent physicians as the most active and least irritating agent m the bove affections. In order to avoid counterfeiting, Messrs Fayard and Blayn'a signature has to be required on every roll of paper and on the box. Wholesale 30, Bue Saint-Merri, Pari6 (France) and sold by all Chemists m the olonies. THE SECBET OF SUCCESS. THE "SECRET OF SUCCESS," a new invention, is brought before the public, and commands success. A score of abominable imitations are immediately introduced by the unscrupulous, who, m copying the original closely enough to deceive the public, and yet not so exactly as to infringe upon legal rights, exercise on ingenuity that, employed m an original channel, could not fail to Becure reputation and profit. TO THE WIVES AND MOTHERS OF ABHBURTON AND THE GENERAL PUBLIC CF NEW ZEALAND. | In presenting to the public of Ashburton the marvellous STEAM WASHER. I believe I am conferring a boon of incalculable worth on every wite and mother m this beauti'ul land on whom that most important function of every household devolves known (and hitherto dreaded) as washing clothea of every de- scription. By the use of this Machine, this distasteful and slavish woiks is entirely relieved of its drudgery, and made a source of pleasurable exercise > The unequalled qualities which it possesesa of thoroughly bleaching the clothes, giving them an unparalleled whiteness, and its hsrmless action upon delicate and colored ! fobrico, xoutiur id peculiarly useful and popular. The saving qualities of the Machine are quite m keeping with ita other meritorious features. Any person who will give it a prac- tical test will be unquestionably convinced that from an ECONOMICAL standpoint it is unsurpassed and unequalled. The consump- tion of fnol is materially rednced. The saving effected m this item alone will m one year equal the price of che Machine. As it only entoiiß the consumption of two-thirds the amount of soap used m the ordinary way of washing, this item of economy iB self-evident to every person. The greatest Having, how- ever, is effected m tho wear and tear of the clothes. Every intelligent individual knows that the use of the washboard wears the variona fabrics more than anything else* and as tho marvellous Steam Washer renders its use absolutely unnecessary, and thereby ob- viatea almost entirely the necessity for 11 clothes mending,' its saving qualities m thiß particular will be at once apparent and appre- ciated. But all its saving qualities cf a* financial character are elipeed, and dwindle into insig- nificance, when we take into consideration the frail, delicate, and weakly condition of thousands of wives and mothers who are forced to tax their energies and waste their limited strength m the old way of washing: but who may by the use of its magical pro- perties, do the work without any fatigue to their feeble bodies, and with infinite satisfac- tion and pleasure to their minds. This, more than any desire or expectation on the part of the invento to make money out of the article, was the prims object ha had m view. From the marvellous result a obtained from its use, however, and the unbounded and enthusi- astic commendations from evetyone having used i t since its introduction to the public, as the annexed list of names of persons who have purchased the machine and are willing to testify to its merits, will fully atteßt, the advertiser has deemed it wise, m order to place this incomparable article of household use more prominently before the intelligent people of the district, to give the postal address of a few of the buyeis, m order that an unpreju- diced and entirely impartial opinion of its intrinsic value, may be readily obtained by anyone desirous of getting such information from actual nssra and ptirrbaaerß, who will undoubtedly bs best calculated to give a just estimate of its value. Mrs Herbart, Senfield Mr M. Bruce, Seafield Mr Collison, Seafield Mr D. Robs, Lauriston Mr G T. Marriott, Ashburton Mr T. Olaridpe, Ashburton Mr W. '.-harlton, Ashburton Mr Bradbnry, Aehburton Mr H; Hudson, Elgin Mr J. Lloyd, Newlanda Mr E. Thomas, Wakanui Me A. Frisby, Ashburton Forks Mr &>. Chapman, Willowby Mr G Or co, Willowby Mr J. Williams, Willowby Mr J. Hearn, Ealing Mr A. McLeod, Tinwald Mr W. Anderson, Flemington Mr C, C. Fooks, Alford Forest Road Mr Peter Lownie, Wakanui Mr William Browne, Wakanui * Mr J. Johnßtone, Trevorton Mr Chares Ward, Ashburton Mr William Baylies, Asbburton Mr OharU s Fowke, Aehburton Mr Andrew Dawson. Wa'erton xir John Small, Wheatßtone Mr J, H. Carl ton, Mount Somera Mr J. Tucker, Ashburton Me T. U. Jones, Ashburton Mr Reycraf b, Rakaia Mr Button, Methveri Mr Maginnis, Methven Mr L F. Andrewes, Ashbircon Mr B. Lowe, Willowby Mr J. W. Silcock, Ashburron Mr J, Canning, Ashburton Mr J. Kingsbury, Ghertsey Mr McAnnally, Kyle Mr J. Primmer, ItakaVl ' Mr J, Wheeler, Willowby | Mr J. Oaborne, Willowby Mr ,T, Dunn, Flemington Mrs Nevill, Aehbarton I Mr J. Doyle, Ruapuna . Mr A. Gibson, Tcmaka Mr : Crowe, Temuka < Mr . Mcßae, Central Hotel < Mr B. Baker, shburton Mrs Hellens, Ashburton Mr J. Harris, Ashbarton * 1 And 304 others. , It do? s away with wet fret, pain. u \ ice arms, back, and breast, and does a k,t uny'b 1 washing it 2 hours, and makes yoo t.ao=>4al i even on washing day, F. EEREIMA^ [ SOLE AGENT v t c



THRESHING {MACHINE OWNERS A TTENTIONia direoted to the following A facts :— We are making STALKER'S AUTOMATIC FEEDERS for £12 10s, including fixing to machine, and wo are prepared to fix to machines m any part of the County for same price. Cartage extra. The time that it is necessary to stop the machine is from 2 to 3 hours. These Feeders are perfect m their action, no sparking out of grain. No uncut sheaves or other improper articles oan get into the drum ; nothing but a continuous stream of golden sheaves well shaken out The regularity of the feed does not dopend upon the Band cutter. They can be seen at work on machines belonging to the following gentlemen : — James Quiftley Chapman Bros. Thomaß Perks Nelson Eden Edward Gates John Stalker JohnMoorhead. F. White. Timara P. & D. DUNCAN, Wills Street, A shburton, 42 '^nle Agents. NBW ZEALAND C h O T H I N ti FACTORS' THE NEW GOODS FOR THE SUMMER SEASON ARE NOW OPENED OUT The ock is THE LARGEST & BEST SELECTED IN THE TOWN, And the variety of Style and Patterns m Men's, Youths', and Boys' Clothing leaves nothing to be desired. Thousands of Men's and Boys Suite, newest Btyleß. Trousers and Troiißeru and Vests manufactured of New Zealand Tweeds. Every garmen warranted shrunk Jvercoats, Waterproof Coats and Leggings m great variety Hats, comprising every new styl« worn QbikilrQiffl Jersey Suitß, Child/ 1 ,^ Men- of- War Suits Gentlsmen's Hoßier^ Scarves; Oxford Regatta and White Shirt? Bugs, Portmanteaus, and Travelli .Bogs f%e celebrated WERTHEIM SLUING MACHINE. Tims Payments. N,s*, CLOTHING FACTOR^ East Braiax,



A CERTAIN CURE FOR BALDNESS. HICKMAN'S Eclipse Hair Producer. (Registered). PRICED 4b. ANEW DISCOVERY for the growth of Hair on the Head and Face ; for removing and preventing Dandruff, and arresting the Fall of the Hair. It curea any Disease of the Scalp, and causes new growth on the head after being bald for years, None genuine without the trademark and signature— JOHN HICKMAN, To be obtained at all Chemists. HORSE COVERS, HORSE COVERS. J. HESELTINE, SADDLER, BULLOCK'S ARCADE, ASHBURTOK AND AT TINWALD. T HAVE determined to give better valne |_ In HORSE COVERS than any other n the trade m Canterbury, having IMPORTED DIRECT, CANVAS of a raperior make for Covets. I have also JUST LANDED, a large Shipment of all kinds of SADDLERS, >cr b,s. Talnul, from the beat linglli.il nanufacturers, which I am prf'Med to lell at pi ices not to be beateu. I have m Stook every defk»^£lon of Saddlery to eeleot from. Gash Customer* liberal? f dealt <^b. highest Cash Price for Morse V.J The old motto— Tbe Bee? is ?gp iBEAHSb^. 3|105



Victoria House. IN Consequence of Bequiaite Alterations to Premises,, which will afford greater facilities for conducting our rapidly increasing business, it has been found necessary to Greatly fiednce our Stock within ihe next few weeks. 1 arge and liberal Reductions are now made m every Department. Holders of Glasßw are Gift Coupons are requested to present the same as early as convenient;to enable the Gift Distribution to be satisfactorily closed . DIMANT~& COB, GENERAL DRAPERS, CLOTHIERS, &0., East and Tancred streets, Ashburton. ALBERT ROBEKTST 18 A CASH PURCHAbER OF Wheat, Oats, and other Farm B Produce. Offers STORAGE FACILITIES on Advantageous Terms, Has for Sale,— GOLDEN TABES,%CAPE BARLEF, PLOUGH SHARES (all sizes). j r: SEED WHEAT, !O AIS, BARLEY, CLOSERS, COCKSFOOT, RYE GR RAPEiSEED, CORN SACKS, SEAMING TWINE. COOPER'S SHEEP DIP, Acknowledged Jtojbo THE BEST IN THE MARKET. m H E PREMIER COLONIAL COMPANY QANTERBURY BRANCH. FIRE AND MARINE RISKS, ALSO RIS> T S ON GROWING CROPS ACCEPTED AT THE LOWEST CURRENT .^RATES. George Jameson s A«ENT ASETBURT N w. patching TENT,' TARPAULIN, FLAG, AND HORSECLOTH MANUFACTURER. A LARGE STOCK ALWAYS ON HAND OF TENTS OF ALL SIZES CALICO, DUCK, TWILL, AND CANVAS. Manilla .Rope,||Ploagh Lines, Fishing Lines,' Clothes and Garden Lines. IRON AND WOODEN BLOCKS, Special attention is called to the well assorted STOCK OF REAPER AND BINDER CANVASES, All made on the Premises. fattens' and Canvasflkept m stock, and repairs promptly executed. Tarpaulins'.from 6£x 8t024 x3O always m stock. Oilskin Clothing made on the Premises. MARQUEES [from 12 x 24 to 25 x 65 ON HIRE. All Orders by Letter or Telegram Promptly Attendep to. W- PATCHING 1.0861 EAST STREET, ASHB'UBTON.



FAMILIES WAITED ON FOE OKDEKS WEEKLY. Goods delivered m any part of town and suburbs. "War. BAYLIS, East Street.



MRS MANHIRB, Saundbbb 1 Buildings, TjUNCY GOODS of all descriptions. Jj Aprons, Ladles' and Children's Clothing In variety on sale and patterns for Inspection. Note the address — SAUNDERS' BUILDWGS, Opposite Railway Statloop CAUTION TO POACHERS. IN oonsequence of bo much Poaching of Trout from the Lagmhor Creeks I hereby give notice that anyone* found so doing will be prosecuted ; and further, tha a reward of £20 will be paid to any person who will give such information as jhall lead, to the conviction of such offenders. DONALD MoLEAN, 11*36 Lagtnhor.' AS our old motto is SMALL PROFITS AND QUICK RETURNS, and as it is uopleasant to quote a lot of prices to mislead the public, we shall be thank- ful for an early call, and you can judge for yourselves. Note the Addeess — HAVES & CO, Cash Drapers and Grocers, ARCADE, And do not be be misled. N.B.— Our BOOT STOCK is IMMENSE. TRY KIEKPATEICO NEW SEASON'S JAM. SPECIAL NOTICE. KIRKPATRICK'S NEW SEASON'S JAM is made from NELSON GROWN FRUIT, and boiled within a few hours after the fruit has been gathered. It thus retains most of the natural flavor of the fresh fruit. KIRKPATRICK'S NEW SEASON'S JAM is the most delicious preserve m tke market. Do not be persuaded to buy cheap and inferi brands Jam, the remains of old •tock, which must be sold at any price, but ASK for KIRKPATRICK'S NEW SEASON JAM, ond see that you get it. THE BEST IS ALWAYS THE OHKAPEST. Kirkpatrick's NewlSeason am is the best. [CAUTION. None is genuine unless our name is stamped on each tin, and has our registered Trade Mark "Lord Nelson' on the label. ■ ■ S. Kirkpatrick & Go. MANTTFACTUKEES,