POLITICAL NEWS.

Wellington, December 5. There Is a perfect stagnation (n tha Lobbies this morning and there ia nothing moving whatever. The Public Works Statement is not yet thoroughly revised, and at the time of writing a Cabinet meeting Is being held to consider the matter. To-day'e sitting of the House will probably be oooupled m Committee on the Government Railway Bill, which 1b the first Order of the day.

TO-DAY'S TELEGRAMS.

Civil Service Examinations. Wellington, December 5. The following are the number of candi date! entered for the anneal examination eosdueted by the Education Department : Senior Oivil Service, 41 : Junior Civil Service, 154 ; leachen examination, 862 ; total, 1C67.

POISONING CASE

A iwagger, apparently about 40 years of •ge, died yesterday morning from the effects of a dose of laudanum, supposed to have been taken the previous night. The faott of the case are as follows : — On Saturday evening the man went to Mr Keate's chemist's shop, and purchased two ounces of laudanum, signing himself m the book m which the names of the purchasers of poisons are entered, as " Edward McOormiok." He went to stay .at Strlbllng's Panama Boarding- House, sod went to bed abont eleven o'clock, telling Strlbling that ha need not wake him la the zaorniog. About half past nioe o'clock on Sunday morning a man named Patrlok Oithan, who oconpled the earne room as McOoamick, had his attention called to the latter by his peculiar snoring and thinking these was something wrong, Informed Strlbling. The latter sent for Dr Trevor, and Dr Leahy was also called Id. The cause of the man's condition was made apparent by the empty laudanum tottle being found, tha whole of the two ounces, with the exception of some half a dozen drops, having been consumed. The stomach pump was applied but without avail. An injeotion was then tried, and •pplicatlona of mustard plasters but all to no u«e, and the man expired about half pait eleven. The body was removed. awiltfng the inquest, to the saleroom adjacent to the Royal Hotel.

THE INQUEST.

An Inquest on the body of the deoe»B6d was held at the Hoyal Hotel at two o'olook this afternooD, before Mr R. Alcorn, soting coroner, and a jury six of whom Mr J. Henry waß chosen foreman. The jury having viewed the body, the following evidence waa called : — J. W. Moßae, landlord of the Central HoteJ, bad known deceased by the name of "Ned." The first time witness ever ■aw him was about eight weeks ago. He gild that he was m the emplry of Mr Grlgg, and had just come out of the hoipitil. Witness had not seen the man •live since. Dt. Teavoi said that about half-past ten on the previous morning he had been called to see the deceased. Found him Id bed at the Panama Boarding-house. From the symptoms and general appear ance witness suspected opium poisoning. Deceased was perfectly uc conscious ; the ■urfaoa of the body was pale, oold and clammy, the pupils of the eyes contracted •nd the breathing stertorous. These were the ordinary symptoms of opium or morphia poisoning. Witness applied various remedies In the shape of stimu lants and antidotes but with only very partial effeot, and the man died about an boar and a half after witness first saw him. Had the body searched and an almost empty bottle marked " laudanum — Poiion," was found. The man vu dressed with . the exception of fail ooat and boots, when wit* neflß law him: Witness directed, that Dr Leahy chould be sent for, and that gentleman attended! Witness had no doubt that 'death resulted from opium or ■ome of Its preparations. Laudanum was • preparation of opium. If medical bb ■btaaoe bad been seat for earlier the man's life would have probably been oared. The poison must have been taken a considerable time before witness was called In — quite time enough to have been all absorbed by the eyatem. He did not appear as If he would live ten minutes, and it was only by Injections under the skin that he was kept alive so long. Witness could not discover any signs of tba man having been drinking, but the amount of laudanum taken would probably mark the fact, had any drink been taken. 0. J; H. Neate, chemist, and regis tered vendor of poisons, said that de* ceased came to his shop between five and lix on Saturday afternoon. He asked for ■ome laudanum, saying that he waa suffer • log from toothache. After deciding to give ft to him witness stepped back to get a J-ounce bottle to fill, recessed said that was not sufficient, and throwing down two ■billings asked that he should be eupplied with laudanum to that value, saying that be was out at Longbeach station, and all the hands there used it for toothache. Witness then served him with a bottle similar to that produced. Witness gave deceased some cottonwool, and saturated • pleoe which he applisd to his tooth. Witness produced the poison book, m vbich the man's name was entered as Edward McCormick. He said his name was "Ned McOormick," but as he stated be could not wiite, witness entered the same, deceased attesting the signature by • cross. Witness did not notloe any tblog peculiar In the deceased's manner. To all appearances he wbb perfectly sober and sensible. By the Jury : Laudanum was a common remedy for toothache. The opium sup plied to deceased was of the ordinary strength. Patrick Cashan, a laboring man, eaid that on Saturday night he went to bed m room No 15, Pannma Boarding-house. He thought it was after eleven o'clock. Deceased was m bed m the came room. He spoke to witness ; witness thought he bad been drinking because his speech was thick. He said he would have a talk with witnesi about the Old Country (Ireland) In the morning. Did not talk with deceased more than about two minutes ; deceased then appeared to fall off to sleep. Witness got up about half-past eight on Sunday mprn iptj. Deceased was asleep heavily, and ■noriDg loudly* About ten o'clock a man named Carmichael went with witness to the bedropm. Carmichael remarked that deceased seemed to he kick, and after several ineffectual attempts to wake him, the doctor and police were sent for. Witness saw the man when he first went to Stribling's, and he was then drunk. John Stribling, keeper of, the Panama Board jngbpuae, recognised deceased aB the man who came to his house about ten o'cleck on Saturday night. [Xeft sitting.]

HORSE MARKET.

Mr T. Bullock reports for the week ending Saturday, December 3rd:— 23 horses were offered at the day's sale, and a'though there was about an average attendance of farmers and other settlers, biddings were extremely languid, and only ' 8 out' of the day's entry changed hands. Medium draught of a fairly good stamp, £22 ; aged a>are, with foal at foot, £7 10s j light harnoss horses, £6 10s to £9 10», according to description ; hacks, £3 103, £4 10s, £6 10s, according to stamp.

Sundries : McCormick reapers and binder* (wire) £14 15s, £3 ss. A quantity of harness at market rates.

AUCTIONEER'S REPORT

Mr Alfred Harrison reportß his weekly sale on Saturday, 3rd December, as follows : — Cows, — A capital lot of milch cows, calved and close to calving, were yarded, but sales were dull and difficult to effect. Springers Bold from 50s to £4 10s. Pigs were well represented and sold at good prices, every line being penned without reserve. Slips, 9s, 13s 6d, 14s 6d, 15s, 16s 6d ; stores, 14s 6d. 16s 6d, 18s and 19s. Poultry. -—Fowls, Is 7d and 2s to 2s 9d ; ducks, 3s 3d, Peoducb— Derwents, 2s to 2s 3d ; oats, ls,6d to Is 9d ; tea, 14a ; ohickwheat, 2s to 2s 3d ; bran, 4s ; sharps, 7s ; mutton, I 2d per lb ; bacon, Id to 4d per lb ; cheese, 3d psrlb. Implements. —Movable hut, £14 5s ; McOnrmick reaper, £13 10s ; spring cart, £12, etc. Sundries.— A consignment of boots and shoes were partly cleared, also furniture and effects and sundries as usual.

THE WAITOTARA PETITION.

Wanganui, December 3.

Peter Hogg continued: — Did not re member paying for any drinks daring the hours of polling. After the close of the poll, when respondent's return was certain shouted for all present, many of whom were strong supporters of Mr Bryoe. Did not say after shouting—" There goes the last of George's notes." Mr Bell was proceeding to re-examine as to treating on days other than the polling day, when Mr Tr&vers raised the point whether, under the New Zealand Act treating on days other than the polling day waa a corrupt practice. After considerable argument the point was re served. Mr Hogg's re-examination being continued, he eaid he did not remember shouting for anyone after respondent's meeting at Turakins, but remembered having a " shilling m." Respondent gave him very definite instructions not to^com promise him to the extent of a single sixpence. Wm Burch remembered Mr Hogg shouting for him and for three others on polling day. He pulled a note out of his pocket sajing — "This la the laat of old George's money," referring to respondent, Alex. Simpson, an elector, saw Mr Hogg at Turakina on polling day. Saw him shout for all handa. Saw him at the Ben Nevis hotel, Turakina, on the occasion of respondent addressing the electors. Had a dring on that ocoaslon at respondent's invitation. W. Bobs aooompanled respondent to Keriori, a two days' journey on horse baclr. Took a dozen of whisky to Eeriori. Respondent addressed the meeting on j Saturday evening. After the meeting a ■ bottle of whisky was produced, and all had a drink. Neither respondent ror Mr Pieroy was pres nt when the whUky waa ' produced. Htd ion© what he oould to ' eeoare respondent's return, but had not ' been promised anything by respondent. Had made a remark after the election < that be would stick respondent up for a ' billet. Had not received any fcppolnt- > ment. In crota-examination, witness said that Hezalden, a supporter of Mr Brycp, had Binoo the election three or four times asked witness if he was not well paid for working for respondent. Told Hazalden that he (witness) w?b not promised any reward for what he had done, but he thought he would stick respondent up for a billet. At the third interview, Hazalden eaid he had been speaking to a prominent supporter of Mr Bryce, and advieed witness to go to this suppoiter, and con fess everything, and that he would be well paid. Andrew Graham was at Keriori when respondent addressed the electors there. After the meeting Pierey brought m whisky, and eaid—" Heie boys help yourselves." R. P. Bethbrldge saw Hogg at Turakina on polling day. Bogg shouted for him. On cross-examination wltneaa said Hogg and he were old friends, and had a drink whenever they met. Witness was a supporter of Mr Bryce. Hogg knew that. F. O. Kuox saw Hogg at Turakina on polling day, Saw him drinking with several others. Saw Hog? pay for drlnko. Saw respondent and Hogg at Turakina after respondent's first meeting there. Heard Hogg ask respondent for money. Respondent pulled out a sovereign case, and handed Hogg more than one coin. There waa some shouting, but oould not say who shouted. William Simpson remembered the Incident. Hogg cime out of the hotel, and said to respondent — " Have you got any money boss." Respondent pulled out a case and gave Hogg several coirs. Charles Oameron saw Hogg at Turakina on polling day. Had a drink with him on Saturday. Hogg paid for the drink. During the eleclon saw Hogg treat a good many people, Respondent Bbouted for witness and another on one occasion during the election On the Saturday before polling day Hogg had a roll of notes. He pulled them out to pay for drink. On cross-examination witness said he would not swear that It was on the 10th or 17th that he saw Hogg pull out the roll of notes at the hotel at Turakina. J. Piercy accompanied respondent Into Keriori. They took a dcz n bottles of whisky to Keriori. He presumed respondent paid for the whisky. Sent six bottles into the room after the meeting. On cross examination witness said the weather was very severe on the journey to Keriori. Snow was falling at the time, and stimulants were necessary under the circumstances. Alexander Montgomery attended re spondent's meeting at Opokongaro. Had drinks after the meeting, with others, at respondent's invitation, Mr Bell said that the charge that men .at Watson's station at Keriori had been paid expenses incurred m attending to yote would be withdrawn unreservedly. There had been a mistake which he muoh regrettod. The Court adjourned to 10 o'olock on Monday morning Wakoanui, December 5. This morning Walter Morgan swore that Peter Hogg treated witness and several others to drink on polling day at Turaklna. Did not flee Hogg pay for drinks. Witness waa not a voter. Cross examined : Waa an old acquaintance of Hogg'B James Hogg, faimor, gavo corroborative evidence as to hearing Peter Hogg address a question to respondent on the evening of the meeting addressed by the latter at i Turakina, and to eeeirg respondent hand Hogg two or three gold coins. \ Alfred Barlow, who acted ai scrutineer for respondent m one of the polling booths, had reoeived no money from • respondent for his services. Had never shown a pound note, Bay ing it was from 3 respondent for services on election day. A. B, Pyemoiit, alleged to have been 3 treated on polling day,' admitted treating ? several acquaintances In the ordinary way 1 on polling day. He sent a buggy for two or three voteri.

SPORTING

D.J.O. SPRING MEETING.

Tho following evont» were decided after we went to press on Saturday : — Gband Stand Handicap. 75 boys ; 6 furlongs. Apropoa,Bit 10lb (Prlco) 1 Jack, 7at 81b (Dodde) 2 Mokoia, 7st 12tb ... (Bnddioombe) 3 Won by a noee after an exciting race. Time— lmln 20seoa. Dividend— £2 11s Oochrane, the rider of Kimberley, and Dodd, the' rider of Jack, were disqualified until after tho February meeting for dis obedience of orders. Obiterion Stakes, 100 bovb ; 5 furlongs. SomueM, Bat lOlbs (Prioe) 1 Ohio, Bat 101 b (Sharp) 2 Sophistry, 7«t7ib (Dyer) 3 Won easily. Dividend— f 1 9a. Tahuna. Park Welter Stakes, 100 bovb ; 7 furlongs. Sprlngston, Bst 21b 1 Stive., 9st3lbs 2 Ravenaoraig, Oafc 121 b ..« ... ..t 8 Won comfortably. Dividend— £3 2s 6d. Frbe Handicap, 60 bovb ; 5 furlongs Wildrake, 6st s!b 1 Sweetbrlttr, 7at 2:b 2 Kimberley. Bat 51b 3 Won after a good race by a length. Time— lmin Bsecp; Dividend— £24 9a. Consolation Race. Silvermark ... 1 Dividend— £2 7a 6d.

AUSTRALIAN NEWS

Sydney, November 80. Very little progress to being made with pablio business Id the Assembly. Tbo match between Beaoh and Hanlan attracted about seven thousandi persona to the Nepean. The railway arrangements were very defective, and this led m a great measure to the email attendance. It was asserted that Hanlan lead for a abort dlatanoe, bat thlo Beach denies, being very close together, then Beaoh drew away, and from that ont waa never headed. He was strongly pressed by Hanlan all the distance. Beaoh now states his determination to retire, and Peter Kemp having challenged him first will be handed the championship by Beaoh. Kemp will then have to meet all-comers. Although Hanlan admitted that he was fairly beaten. It 1b now asserted that ho thinks he could beat Beaoh if Beaoh would keep on his Bide of the river and not give him the wash of his oara, but from the manner m which the race was won little doubt exists as to the best man. Forty-six designs for the State house haye been sent In, but none of them ap parently come within the estimate. The Bum of £116,000 has boon paid to the contractors for the Hawkesbury bridge. The discussion continues over the pro posed new name of the colony, and very few are found outside the Government to favor tha proposal. All sorts of names are suggested, but Sir 11, Parkes adheres to that of " Australia," notwithstanding the strong outside the colony. Loverß of tho pugilistic art will shortly witness a contest between Jack Burke and Larry Foley, theaa two having been matched, Arrangements are being' made for a private party to visit the sonnds and bays along the West Ooast of New Z3aland. Lord Oarrlngton will be one of tbo party. Brisbane, November 30. At Oroydon groat ecarctty of water i exists, "and It 1b now costing 5s per cask, or 6d a bucket. Grave fears are enter tained of a water famine. Owing to the rise m tha prtca of carriage flour has gone up to £55 per ton. The outlock for the coming hot Beaaon is anything but a bright one,

An entire boat's orew are supposed to have been massacred at Margaret Bay, near Oape Granvllle.

It is not only m the colony that ferrets attaok ohildren. The " Pall Mall Gazette " says : — Recently at Misterton, near Yeovil, a ferret belonging to a laborer, named Oaborno, entered a bed In whioh a child was sleeping. When discovered the infant had one of its eyes torn out, and the flesh on its faoe lacerated m a dreadful manner. The poor child, which was but four months old, died shortly afterwards. The " Paris Morning News " states that Poillerat, the shoemaker and Socialist orator, who reoently came m for a legacy amounting to about 8,000,000 dollars, bequeathed him by his brother who died m America, is begin ning to feel uneasy. With a view to test his Sooialistio principles and tha sincerity of his former ravings against "bloated- bond holders " and " infamous capital," his fellow Socialists intend to call a meeting of the party to decide what he is to do with hiß millions. Weakness and siokness changed to health and strength with Hop Bittera always if thoße made by American 00. See. " Rough on Itch."— 1 Rough on Itoh " cures skin humors, eruptions, ring worm, tetter, salt rheum, frosted feet, cb&tlainß teh, ivy poison barber's itch.

TELEGRAPHIC NEWS.

BRITISH AND FOREIGN.

[RENTER'S TELEGKAM8 — COPYRIGHT.]

CONSERVATIVE VICTORY.

London, December 2. The election of a member of Parlia ment to represent Dulwich took place yesterday. The vacancy was caused by the appointment of Mr J. M. Howard, Q.C., the sitting member, lo a Judgeship. The Conservative can didate, Mr Maple, was placed at the head of the poll, defeating his opponent by 141 2 votes.

COLLISION.

The Catherine, bound to Sydney, came into collision with the steamer Clyde during a fog off Dover. The Catherine sank, but the crew were rescued by the other vessel.

LORD MAYOR OF DUBLIN.

London, December 3. Mr Sexton, M.P., has been elected Lord Mayor of Dublin.

IRISH AFFAIRS.

Mr Timothy Harrington, M.P. for Dublin Harbor, and Secretary of the National League, has been arrested for publishing reports of meetings of the League. Mr Edward Harrington, M.P. for West Keiry, has also been arrested for publishing similar reports m the " Kerry Sentinel."

The rehearing of the charge against Mr Sullivan, late Lord Mayor of Dublin, of publishing reports of the doings of the suppressed branches of the League m September last, terminated m the conviction of accused, who was sen tenced to two months' imprisonment.

GOVERNOR OF FIJI.

Tt is reported that Sir J. 8,. Thurston will suceed Sir Charles Mitchell as Governor of Fiji and High Commis sioner of the Western Pacific, the latter to receive promotion.

(Received December 5, 12.50 p.m.) The appointment of Sir J. B. Thurqton as Governor of Fiji and High Commissioner for the Western Pacific is officially announced..

AUSTRALIAN

[rEUTKR's TELEGRAM— GOtYFIGIIT.]

THE ESCAPED CONVICT.

Perth. (W.A.), December 3. The escaped convict Thompson has been recaptured four miles from Guild ford. The three escapees have been brought before the Court on a charge of gaol breaking. Hughes, the bush ranger, and Thompson have been sen tenced to three years m irons, while jarvis was committed for trial.

H.M.S. DIAMOND.

(Received December 5, 12.50 p.m.

Sydney, December §. H.M.S. Diamond left this port last evening for New Zealand.

THE ASHBUJRTON GUARDIAN; MONDAY; DECEMBER 5, 1887:



Public Notices. ECONOMY IN TIME : ECONOMY IN LABOR: : r :ECONOMY k IN FENCING MATERIAL. Patent Titan Wire Strainer. ADVANTAGES: IT strains a wire anywhere, either pest or midway ; makes the best ' knot, and one which seldom breaks old wire ; does not slip about m workins * strains with unrivalled power, ease, and freedom from annoyance ; docs Dot allow the wire to slacken moro than ONE- SIXTEENTH of an inch while being secured ; combines lightness end strength m the highest degree ; can be conveniently applied to all purposes which require wirea to be joined under tension, A REVOLUTION IN WIRE FENCING EFFECTED BY REID'S PATENT TRIPLEX WIRE STRAINER. (Patented m 1886 throughout Great Britain, the United States, and the Colonies.) No Straining Postsl required except at the angles of fences. The boring o£ Straining Posts unnecessary. The advantages claimed for these, the latest and moa!; improved means of strain- ing wire fences, are : — THEY COST NOTHING, because they pay their cost m the straining posts they save, THEY ARE A DIRECT GAIN m ecouomy of time and labor, because no boring of straining posts is required, and the whole process of straining occupies only about quarter the usual >.ime. THEY EFFECT A FURTHER SAV- ING of time and labor as leng as the fence exists, because they are left perma» nently attached to the wires, which can therefoie be tightened or slackened when* ever desired. Comparative Estimate of 14 chains of 6- Wire Fence. UNDER ORDINARY METHOD. No Wire Stretchers left attached. 6. d. 2 strains of 7 chains each, requiring 3 straining posts at say 3s each 9 0 Labor at 2 strains of 6 wires, Bay 1 man for 1 hour, at Is per hour 1 Labour digging, erecting, and fixing 3 straining posts and stays for same, say 1 man for 4 hours, at Is per hour ... ... , 4 0 Labor boriDg two straining posts, Bay 1 man for 20 minuteß ... 0 4 Total 14~~4 UNDER NEW SYSTEM. Triplex "Wire Stretchers being left attached to Wire, 1 atrain'of 14 chains, Patent Triplex Wire Stretchers used midway, and straining 7 chainß on each side ; only 2 straining posts required, at say 3a each ... 6 0 Labor at one strain of 6 wires, aay 1 man for 20 minutes, only no fasieningg,eing required ... 0 Labor erectin digging, and fixing 2 strainin posts and Btays for same, cay man for hours 40 minute ... ... ... 2 No boring required,.. ... ,„ 0 °COst of 6 Triple Wire Stretchers, at say about 8d each ... ... 4 O Total 13 *NOTE WELL. —If lITAN WIRE STRAINER bo used and removed after straining, the above item of 4s will also be saved, though at the expense of futun efficiency. bhowing New System to be so muc more economical than th«i old one — that balance is left over ajter Mcluoing tf/ie cost of Triplex Wire Sintchvi ///„, McCalluia & Co, 1 fcoleAg ts;£or the County



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MESSRS FRIEDLANDER BROS. HAVE FOR BALK THE FOLLOWING~ SHEEP. 1 O 000 MERINO Ewe£ ? 1 IVIHA 4-TOOTH Merino JUUV Wethers 4 ffrnn 8-TOOTH Merino g OUU WrthOTS I J§ 1 F^rin 2-TOOTH Merino f xi XO\J\J Eweß and • Wethers 5 3r\f\r\ Fnll-Monkhed W \J\JkJ Merino Ewes O 1000 D ' Do J G)(~\f\(^\ Merino Hoggets AVjVJV.) m the Wool OAAA LAMBS, Ist iiUUU Crosf, delivery end of February ALS 0 , — THE FOLLOWING PROPERTIES— -i-\K ACRES, beintf R.S. No. 20078, JLI.O 20079, 20295, at ABhton, lately ocoupied by Mr Thoß. Magee. Inn ACRES, beiug R.S. 28585, 2SSBG at JLUW Alford Foreßt. A f\£\ ACRES, laid down In grass for 5 tcv/v years, divided into 2 paddocks, with (stable thereon, at Kyle. tjr\C\ ACRES m grass, for 5 years, at § \JKJ . Dromore. 4iOO AoßES^ atAßbburton ' I 1 \C\ A° RES > being part ofJR.S. 718G at JL \J \J Wakanui, now occupied by Mr R. Adorns. LOTB IG, 17, 18, 1 D and 20 each containing about £ an acre, fronting Winter's Road n"d Charlfß street, being immediately opposite the Woollen Factory. LOT 77, South-east Town Belt, Ashburton, contaitiDg with Dwelling-houße thereon. TOWN SECTIONS No 1016, 1047, 1050 Peter street. TOWN SECTIONS No 580, 681, with 4- roomed House oa each Section, Cameron street. TOWN SECTIONS No G65 and G6G, Park street. For price, terms, and full particulars apply to the undersigned. OUR FIRST WOOL SALE OF THE SEASON Will bo held on the 9th of DECEMBER. Saleß of Horaeß, rigs, Cattle, Produce and Furniture on Saturdays; Stock Sales on Tuesdays. Sheepskin Sales every second Fridayi BAKAIA MONTHLY ?ALE, let of the month, FBIEDLANDER BEOS., EETER WILLIAMS, .. Auctioneer*



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Wool Season, 1887-88. WE are prepared to make LIBERAL CASH AD VAN CSS against Large or SMALL Clip, of Wool, whether in- tended for Sale In ASHBUETON OE ELSE- WHERE. We have'made moat Batlsfaotory'arrange ments for SHIPPING CLIENTS' WOOL, If prlceß realised m Ashburton are not considered aatiefaotory. It la our Intention to hold PERIODICAL WOOL SALES Throughout the Season, Of whloh dne notice will be given, and as our GRAIN STORE, which was con- structed with due regard to LIGHT, will be EMPTY, wea haU*have an opportunity of displaying the Wool to the very beet advantage, whloh should be a dislderatam ! to the Sellor.



Public Notice ! STORAGE. STORAGE. I WOOL. WOOL. WOOL. TBE Undersigned begs to announce to his numerous friends of Ashburton and the surrounding -districts that he has taken over the NEW ZEALAND LOAN" AND MER- CANTILE AG-RNCY CO.'S STORES IN ASHBURTOJN, And is prepared to receive Wool and Grain for STORAGE or SHIPMENT. Liberal Cash Advances made on WOOL, GRAIN, SKINS, &c., m store or con- signed for Salp. WOOLPACKB and CORNSACKS at the Lowest Prices. TWINE, CHAFF, OATS, OILS, LAMPBLACK, &c. GRAIN bought and sold. Land jnd Estate Agent, AGENT~FOR— N.Z. Loan & Mercantile Agency Co Union Insurance Company Brooke's Sheep Dip, Eto. Newest Improved Threshing Machines arranged for. FRED. MAKEIG, II 85 Ashburton.



Pnblic Notices. HAVING taken over the Grocery and Earthenware Departments of the Business of the late Firm of ORR and ALCORN, I will oontinue those Branohes of tho Bnßinoßß m the same Shop for the present. I have regular Shipments of GLASS AND EARTHENWARE, Coming forward from the Manufacturers which enables me to SELL at a PRICE that defies competition. I intend, as formerly, making TEA my speciality. COFFEE ground daily on the Premlfleu. Quality combined with Cheapness will be my Motto. R. ALCORN. P.B. — Having taken over the debts of the IRONMONGERY and GROCERY Departments of the late firm of Oeb and Alcokn; persons indebted are hereby requested to settle at once, or call on me and arrange and save expenses. 9*99 ROBERT ALCORN,



XIAS PRESENTS. EVERY Purchaser of DRAPERY |lhis month of THREE POUNDS and upwards will be presented with a Handsome Album. Copies now on view m the Window. JOHN OER & CO. Dec.mber 2od, 1887. SPECIAL NOTICE. A LAEGE SHIPMENT OF MENH' AND YOUTHS' Tweed Suits, Boy's Knicker and Jersey Suite, Felt and Tweed Hate, now shapes, Shirts, &o. Suitable for Xmas. JUST LANDED. To be Bold extra- ordinarily cheap. I John Orr and Co.!



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CHRISTMAS 18 APPKOACHITO. I THEREFORE consider it my duty to inform my numerous Clients and tho Public generally, that 1 have just landed the Ohrißtmas requisites, viz. : — New Currants, Elemeo, Valene'as, and Sultana Raisins, and as those Fruita men* tioned are both Largo and Blooming, I anticipate a large and ready SALE to the Loveisot good FRUIT; also, in addition to the foregoing Lin<-s, I Inve secured some good parcels of ALMONDS, both Svreet and Bitter, also ALMONDS m Bhells, Barcelonian, Brazilian, Monkey, and Chinese ; Candied Peels, Lemon, Orange and Citron ; also a variety of other parcels, which include some excellent value m Italian goods. Crystallised i ruits, Prize < Packets, Lucky Bags, and many other interesting and amusing commodities for the Lit'le Folks, and whilst courting an inspection of my Stock. I would beg to tender my warmest gratitude for the support which I have received from my Friends and the Public during my business career, assuring them too, that as I am now the oldest and largest Betaller of GROCERIES m Aehburton, ifc givei me an exceptional advantage over smaller bouses, with regard to purchasing powers m the Wholesale Markets ; consequently my Customers and the Public can rest assured that they will get the best value for tbeir money if they will but CALL and inspect cur largo and assorted Stock of GKOOEKIBf, coopled with House- hold Furnishings, Ironmongery, Cooking Utensils, Crockery, Ch'na, Glass, and Earthenware, Majolica Wars, Clocks, and many other remarkable lines too numerous to quote, but all SOLD at the Lowest Legitimate Prices.



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Public Notices. MOfcEY TO LEND. I HAVE £200, £400, £1,400 and other sums, waiting investment on good freehold security at current rates of interest. JOHN A. CAYGILL, lotsß Solicitor, Tancred Btreet £20 REWARD. IN consequence of the amount of Poaching going on m the Creeks on tho Lpgmbor Estate, the above reward will be paid to anyone giving information that will lead to a conviction. From this dato NO ONE will te per. Knitted to fish m the Creeks on the Lagmhor Estate. 11*58 DONALD MoLEAN. TO SHEARERS V TTT A N T E D,— 28 Sheared 4 Fleece Ploken 5 Fleece Rollers and Sorters of Plecei i.nd odd Hands, oa TUESDAY, December 6tb. O. G. TRIPP. Orarl Gorge, 25th Nov., 1887. 11 146



George Jameson TURNIP ATORAFB SEEDS. FOR SALE— Pwple and Gwen Top Aberdeen, Mammoth, Grey atone, and other varletlee. These have been thoroughly tested, and are guaranteed new and fresh GEORGE JAMESON, Aahburton. Wool Season 1887-88! T IBERAL CASH ADVANCES made Jj on Large or Small Clips at Cur?»rt Rates, Woolpaoks and Twine Supplied. GEORGE JAMESON, Asfabnrton. Wool. Wool. MESSRS MILES AND 00. beg to inform their friends and clients that they propose holding Local Auction Sales of Wool Throughout the Seaßon as usual, and aro now prepared to make Liberal Advances on large or small clips free of Commission, and at a low rate of interest. SALES will be held as formerly inj ! MR GEO. JAMESON'S SHED, WEST STREET,! Where every car© and attention will be given to each lot entrusted to our care. The Shed is well lighted, convenient, and m every way suited for the ptoper display Wool. WOULPAOKB AND TWINE supplied at Lowest Current Sates. J. T. FORD, Auotioneez. j GJEOBQJBS JAMESON, Ag^t,



TO HIS WORSHIP THE MAYOR OF ASHBURTON. I WE, the undersigned ratepayers and residents of tho Borough of Ash- barton, respectfully request yon to proclaim a PUBLIC HOLIDAY oq Bth DECEMBER, the occasion of the OPENING of the MOUNT SOMERS TRAMWAY. Don&ld Williamson C. W. Purnell Francis F. Clayton D. McFarlane W. Patohing E. Cookson J. Scaly and Co. T. H. McOwen R. Frledlander Thos, Stone P. Williamß O E. Sherlook John C. Grubb Edw, G. Crisp William Anderson Robert Alcorn G.A.Vincent John Orr & Co, Dlmant & Ooe. Tucker & Reetell H. C. Craighead Ohas. Reid John Molson T. Chambers J. MoGregor P»&D.Danoan H. Zander & Co A. H. Shury Andrew Orr Alfred Harrison Hallensteln Bros. Frledlandor Bros Robt. Murray C has. Neate A, 0. Prlohard David Thomas H. M. Jonea W. Pattman 12 21 IN response to a numerously signed requisition, I respectfully request the Burgesses to observe December Bth next, a HOLIDAY, being the date fixed for opening the Mount Somers Tramway, when the Railway Department will run an Excursion Train m connection with the same. IHOS, SEALY, 11 124 Mayor.



NEW ZEALAND BAILWASTS. EXCURSION TO~MOUNT SOMERS, ON THURSDAY, Bth December, an Excursion Train will run from Ash- burtoa to Mouufc Somers and back as under : — RETURN FARES : a.m. IstClasa 2nd Class Ashburton, dep. 9.40) olf . n , p Tinwald, „ 9 50} 3 / 6 2 I Q *Chelmßfiild, Wester- field 3/ 2/ *Hacklhorne Road ... 2/6 1/9 Mt. Somers, air. 11 5 *<Stopg if required. Returning from Mount Sornors at 6 35 p.m , arriving at Ashburton at 8 0 p.m. Children, 3 to 12 years, half latee, under 3 years, free, 12*4 By order.



Masonic Bazaar. Thursday, Friday, & Saturday, DECEMBER Bth, 9ih AND 10th. TO BE BJ$/D IN THB MASONIC HALL. The proceedings at the OPENING CEREMONY "Will be conducted by BRO. JOHN OLLIVIEP, of Ohristcburch. Rare and Unique collection of COINS and STAMPS. A large collection of PLAIN and FANCY GOODS. Beautiful WORKS of ART to bo disposed of by .Art Union by p-rmießion of tho Colot-i 1 Secretary. ST. STEPHEN'S CHURCH, ABHBULTON. mHE ANNUAL GARDEN PARTY X WILL BE HELD IN THE Parsonage Garden ON | FRIDAY 16th DECEMBER 1887. Stalls .. frie Scle of Needlework, Fruit, Garden and Farm Produce, etc. The Ashburton Band will bo m attendance Various Amdsements, Admission, including tea, Is 6d ; Chil- dren, Ib, or two for Is 6d. Gates open at 2 p.m.



__ la Bankruptcy. IN BANKRUPTCY. In the District Court of Aehburton (being a local Court of Bank- ruptcy, holden at Ashburton. In the matter of " The Bankruptcy Act, 1883," and the Acts amending the same, and of the Bankruptcy of JAMES HAMPTON, of Tinwaid, Farmer, a debtor. "VTOTICE is hereby given that I, James JLX Hampton, of Tinwaid, m the Pro- vincial District of Canterbury and colony of New Zealand, farmer, have thia day filed m tho said Court at Ashburton a petition to be adjudged a bankrupt. Dated this fifth day of December, 1887 JAMES HAMPTON. E.<*G. Cblsp, Solicitor. 12+19 IN BANKRUPTCY. In the District Court of Ashburton (being a Local Court of Bank- ruptcy), holden at Anhburton. In the matter of " The Bankruptcy Act, 1883," and the Acts amending the same. NOTICE is hereby given that James Hamfxon, of Tlnvrald, farmer, has this day been adjudicated a bankrupt, and that the first meeting of creditors will be held m the District Oouithouse, Aohburton, on FRIDAY, December JKh, 1887, at 12 o'olock noon. Dated this sth day of December, 1887. J. 0. BELL, 12+21 Deputy Official Assignee. IN BANKRUPTCY. In the District Court of Aebburton, (being a local Court of Bank- ruptoy), holden at ABhburton. Jn the matter of the "Bankruptcy Aot, 1883," and the Acts amend- ing the Bame, and of the Bank- ruptcy of ALFRED CHARLES PRIOH ARD, of Aehburton, draper, a debtor. NOTICE is hereby given that I, Alfiud Charles PmcHAKi), of AshburtOD, m tho Provincial District of Canterbury and colony of New Zealand, Draper, have this day Jfiled m the said Court at Ash- burton a petition to be adjudged a bankrupt, Dated this fifth day ojj December, 1887. ALFRED CHARLES PRIOH ARD. E. G. Crisp, Solicitor, 12§20 IN BANKRUPTCY. In the District Court of Aehbarton (being a Local Court of Bank- ruptoy), holden at Ashbuiton. In the matter of " The Bankruptcy Aot, 1883," and the Acts amending the same. "VTOTIOE is hereby given that Alfred Xl Charles Pbic^ai^d, of ABhburton, Draper, has this day been adjudicated a bankrupt, and that the first meeting of Creditors will be held m the District Courthouse, ABhburton, on FRIDAY, December »th, 1887, at 10.15 o'clock m the forenoon. Dated thia sth day of December, 1887. lninn Ji C; BELL, W33 Pepniy QftolsJ Aulgnee,



Public Notices. FOUND, FOUND on SATURDAY, 3rd Decom ber, a purae containing a Bum of money. Owner can have same by giving Batiafaotory description, and paying ex- penaea. Apply W. WILLS, 12*24 Oaborne'a Road, Willonghby. ASHBURTON COONTY OODNOIL. "VTOTIOB i 8 hereby given that Messrs JLI A. B. Peachb and Wm. Edson have been appointed Trustees for Mount Somers Cemetery m the place of Messrs J. Taylor and F. Polhill, resigned. By order, F. MAINWARING a,u . x, , CJerk - Aehburton, December s(h, 1887. 12 18 SHEEP. SHEEP! SHEEP. MILES & 00. will eubmit to Public Auction at the CHERTSStf MARKET YARDS, ON MONDAY, DECEMBER 12th lAAA FOUR TOOTHED OROBB- -lUUU BRED WETHERS, shorn durmg third week m October, and a large proportion of them fut. Sulo at 12 o'clock noon. J. T. FORD, Auctioneer. GEORGE JAMESON, 12°16 Agent, A SHBURTON PERMANENT JTI. BUILDING and INVESTMENT SOCIETY. Monthly aabßcriptiona and other pay- menta due will be received at the Society a officeß, Burnett atreet, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and from 6 to 7.30 p.m., TO- MORROW. Depoßito received at the highest car. rent rates of interest. TABLE Showing the Soale of Repayments adopted by this Society for a Loan of £100 upon firat-clasa security. No of Monthly Amount Total Yearß. Repay- per Amount ments. Annum. Repaid. £b. d. £ g. d. £ 8 . d. Two ... 412 255 6 0 110 12 0 Four ... 210 8 30 8 0 121 12 0 Six ... 117 222 6 0 133 1 0 Eight ... 1 10 2 18 2 0 144 16 0 Ten ... 1 6 415 16 0 58 0 0 J. WARD, 2*9 Directing Manager.



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