The Ashburton Guardian.

VOL. VII.— No 1918

ASHBURTON. TUESDAY, AUGUST 14, 1388

PRLCE-uNE iiftiNNY



... Public Notices ' . v; i- BUILDERS, UHDERTA.KERS, &<s., .oni2r Wakanui Hoad a»d Casa stteetj il (Nsxf Central Hotel,) •J- it -laker and Brown's Coach Faotery ilypelook Btree't ' / lljl WHY! WHATS . . s . B O'CONNELL DOING NOW?. i BELLING- i HORSE CLOTHS from ... ... 'lfia 0d WATERPIiOOF OILSKIN SUITS from ... ... .... :12 8 3d ' CALICO TENTB from ... ... 12s fid And everything elae m tha Trade equally cneap ; and all hia own moke. Let ub go and see P. O'CON NELL'S Al Tent Depot. J Where is his Shop? Whyf CO UPTON'S BUILDINGS Moore Street, Ashbttrtdny ■•'' 6*2) NOTICE. - " " IN Thanking my numerorifl Friends and Customers m Tinwald and surround- ing District, for ihe liberal support they have given me, I beg to assure them lam carrying on the bueioees of ' GENERAL (STOREKEEPER AND BUTCHER exclusively on my own account, without connection with any FIRM or PBBSON, or m any way as an AGENT for others Soliciting a continuance of your favors, which Bhall have prompt attention, whether left at the Store or f prwardjad by nay cart, now running the Tp.wa every morning, Moito : HONESTY and CIVILITY. 5*38 JAMBS GUDSILL. REID and ;^IgLY, CAMERON STREET, ASHBURTON. _.„ ■ Makors^oT IMPRO vT£D~D.- FUHSOW 'PLOUGHS (Made of Best Hammered Scrap Iron, and Winner of First Prize at Melbourne Exhibition.) Over 80001 AT /Over 8000 m use. /Reduced Pbiohs:"i In nna. Extra heavy Mould Boards for Land m Stock, Zig-Zag Eawows still maintain thei< reputation as the best general purpoßa Harrow. Four hundred sets made an« nually. Newly Improved Ohaffcntters all Bizen, with Balance Fly Wheel, fitted with patent cast steel Mouthpiece, m one piece, which can be taken off and replaced by ao ordinary laborer m a few aeeonda. Cut three lengths of chaff. Portable Screw-Prees and BaggU Chaff cutter, cuts, riddles, elevates, screoi and presses into the bag at one operation 1, 2, 3, and 4 Horse-Powere. simpl strong, and easily drawn, universally throughou New Zealand. Jointed Pulverising Disc Harrows, ovei 700 m use. No farm should be without them. All sizes from 6ft to 12ft. Grain Drills from 11 to 17 Coulters. We 1 make largely for Canterbury and North Island. Cahoun's Hand Seed Sower, Farm Drays and Waggons, patent Fencing Standards for Folding Sheep, Fencing Wire, Steel, Iron, and Barb Wire. Repairs to all descriptions of Machinery promptly executed on the premiess. Catalogues free on application at Dune* m or any of our Branches. 4°163 ASHBURTO GLASS, PAINTS, AND PAPERHA. GINGS WAREHOUSE. THE Under igned, having sold ia Stock-in-Trado and Goodwill of the above Business to Jambs Cbaigie, > ! Timaru, begs to thank his friends and the public for the support accorded to him fo« the past eleven years, and solicits continuance of the same to his successor, J. R. CHAPMAN. James Craigie PAINTER, GLAZIER, PAPERHANGER SIGN WRITER, &o. and DIREOT IMPORTER OF ALL THE REQUISITES OF THE TRADE, HAYING taken over the Business of Mr J. R. Chapman, I beg to inform the public of Ashburton and District that I will keep a Painter's and Paperhanger's Stock id keeping with tho size and importance of the Town and Di«i- trict. All orders will receive prompt atten- : tion and be carefully executed. Workmen ' sent to any part of the District. 1 —FORSALE.— Newest Designs of PAPERHANGINGS , good variety. SHEET GLASS, all sizes, from a 60 40 to a 10 x 8, m 16 or 21oz or 260z. British Plate, Silvered Plate (f or mirrors Rougn Plato, Colored, Obscured, and Ornamental Sheet, Oak Varnish, Carriage* Varnish, &c., White and Red Lead, iei Colorsj Mixed Paints ip Tina, Brushes crim, &c. &o. Paint mixed to any Shade, . Advice to quantity freely given. THE ASHBURTON GLASS, PAINTS \ AND P4PERHANGINGS WAKE* ;• HOUSE, 4



Public Nqtice3 ASHBURTON. mHE CENTRAL TTOTEL, Proprietor \V, Rbuaion A Comfortable Family and Commercif Hotel. Private Suites for Families Goo Billiard Room, ' ■ Drinks at Front Bar, 3d . Lunch Free a 12 o'clock. Choicest Brands of Liquors. Specie terms per week. g. w. r^&c^ General Auctioneers, Land u»d Es'a(( Agents, 20, Collins Street, West, Melbourne, Are prepared to undertake Sales of Free- hold Proporty, Household Furniture, Mer chfindise, etc. Liboral advances made or goods for unreserved sale. Monthly lists of Property for sale, or to let, issued free Loans negotiated, kbsentees represented. Insurances effected, charges moderate, settlements promot. Land sales con- ducted. .* 7 100 TtO MEET THE TIMES. OROPRIETOR of the Prince AtberJ JL Boarding - House, Wills Street, Ashburton, next Oddfellows' Hall, while thanking bio many Friends and Customers for their liberal support for the past 10 years, solicits a continuance of the same.. Board and Lodging, 16e, 18s pei week, or 8s per day. Dinners only, 4a per week. Good accommodation for Families, and private rooms for Ladies. 7 52 P. B. Yon SCHOENEBERGr obinet-maker, Upholsterer, Undertaker, and General House Furnisher, (Late of Cbristchurcb), Eaßt Street, next Win. Patching. Furniture to any design or pattern Ohrißtchurch rates. The latest patterns produced. Pianos repolishod at very low rates. Repairs done on the premises to complete satisfaction of Customers. Funerals conducted with approved style and economy. ASHBURTON COAL AND FIREWOOD . DEPOT, ; RS. BEAN hV thanking his Friends , • for the liberal patronage bestowed npon him for the last six years, begs, to inform them and all the inhabitants of Ashburton that he is still prepared to delivor promptly all orders tor Newcastle, Wescport, Brunner, and Malvera Coal, Firewood, Posts and Rails, Stakes, Strainer?, Oats 3 Bran, Chsfi, Potatoes, Chick Whoac, &c., &c, at the loweßt ijOSttiblo iJUOtutioil'!. TJntp i\\n n.f^rfgg '• .. r: SrBEANT — ■—— West street, 5 256 Next Bank of Australasia. Charles Kajy MECHANICAL ENGINEER EBPATRS Gnne, Sewing Machines Lawn Mowers. Pumps, etc. BICYCLES and TRICYCLES repaired and extras kept on hand BICYCLES FOR SALE. Engineering m all its Branches. Opposite CENTRAL HOTEL, Wakanui Road. 5*2 MUSIC. REDUCTION IN TERMS. Leßsons from £1 Is per Quarter, MR J. H. BKOOKS is prepared to re- ceive pupils for Piano, Organ, Violin, Singing and Voice Production, from' June Ist, at greatly reduced terms. Pupils can have Lessons at their own homes (no extra charge), or at Mr Brooks residence, Peter Street. The Quarter commences from any date. Pianos tuned and repaired, also bought and sold on Commission, A reduction made for two or more pupils m one family. Particulars on application to J. H. BROOKS, 6t62 Peter Street, _ Dc McFarlane, grocer; ASHBURTOHS MY MANY THANKS ARE Tendered to my numerouu Cna tomers and the Public generally, for he liberal tmpport acoorded me at my Clearing Sale laat Saturday, and also to my East Street Patrons who found their way to Burnett Btreot, my CASH TAKINGS showing conolnßlvely that they have not deserted me. I hereby beg to Inform all that as my sale bo far has been such a aaccesa I intend continuing It for another FOUR WTCEKS, during which time my Customers will have the advantage of buying Goods without the extra duty of tho new Tariff placed thereon (as now charged by other stores.) Therefore you may depend upon getting BARGAINS. It Is a great pleasure to me to 869 my Customers walking cut my establishment with largo Parcela and smiling faces for a small outlay, and I confidently aaaert — without guah, blow, or bunkum — that I Bell twenty-five per cent, cheaper than ANY OTHER HOUSE, and! shall continue to do so for another Mouth, Therefore Don't delay, Pnrohaee while you may, And lay m a stock for a rainy day. D. I C FARLANE, WHOLESALE AND FAMILY i GROCER, j ONLY ADDRESS- I BURNEET STREET | ASHBURTONj



Public Notices. /J E. Me BLAKE, ARCHITECT. Office : Montgomery's Buildings, East street. Estrange : Burnett Street. 8 84 WTT "V "W a o—l B-?Q Cflt^T • XI. JTd.£)UUe BLACKSMITH HOPBH-BHOBB .^Wife^^ ' SMITH, Burnett Street, next " Mai! " Office. BEGS to announce that he haa taken over the Ooach Building and Wheel- wrigbfc Branch, lately carried on by H. Peat, aud will continue all branches of the above business as before. AU kinds of Buggies, Diaya, or Carta made and re- paired. Agricultural Implements repaired promptly. Horses Shod with skill and oa?o. jy\ hTpagket. BLANKETS. BLANKM. I HAVE secured a large Jot of Heavy ASHBURTON BLANKETS, slightly stained. COME EARLY as the price will sell them quick. Ashburton Clothing Mart, SAUNDEES' BUILDINGS. Robert Alcorn. Ashburton Drug Company, Li, J, M. OAMBIUDQE, . Pharmaceutical Chemist, "B WISH to notify that, following the [ example of the (irocerc 1 , Drapers, and other Traders, and to meet the very ! limited capacity of the public forspending money, I have made a thorough revißion of my prices, and although the new Cus- toms TarifE impoeea a duty of nearly 27 per cGnt on patent medicines, I havo decided to adhere to the old prices as far j as possible, j DRUGS In daily uue, as Cod Liver Oil ; Glycerin Llnßeed Meal, etc., I have bought largel and am soiling at one haj.£ the pric charged by mj predeceßsor,*and for every article my price for the finest quality will be found as low, and generally lower, than it can be purchased elsewhere. dispensing- Is done with the greateßt care, and with Drugs selected for the purpose, and m no case does my charge for medicines exceed the prices now cirrent m any establish- ment m town. VETERINARY MEDICINES Are still prepared from my original recipeHi Testimonials as to their value have been freely given mo by Livery Stablckeepers, Farmers, Dealers, from Mr John Grigg, aud other well known breeders. As my experience was gained m a largo veterin- ary ebtablishim nt, with a member of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons, and not solely from books, my medicines and advice may be relied on. GREAT EXCSTEIENT I I I "WHERE ? AT HAVES & COS BECAUSE they muat CLEAR ATJjAN ENORMOUS SACRIFICE £2000 Worth of Gooda m a Month, and to do thla they muat give Gooda at Prices nevei heard of In Ashbutton, Bargains. Bargains. Bargains. In every Department, conaiatlng of — Dreaaeß, Velveteens, FlaDnels, Blankets Calico, Shirtings. Oorseto, Hata and Jackets, Ulstera, Skirla, Clothing, Boota, &c, &o- The whole to be offered at STARTLING PRICES that muat command a Great Sale. P.S.— You afe kindly Invited tojlnapeot the CV)odB and compare prices, Hayes and Co., Arcade and East Street A^HBURTON^



Public Notices. O" OPE FOR THE BEAR —Nicholson 1 JO. Improved Patent Artificial Eai Drums. The only Burc, easy, and unßeer device used to permanently restort hearing. Recommended by scientific men of Europe and Amerioa. Write fot free illustrated description book to J. H Nicholson, Lincoln's Inn Chambers, William etreet, Melbourne. ASHBURTON " GUARDIAN, 'j DUNEDIN AGENOI. * MR R. T. WHEELER, Stafford Street, Dunedlo, has been appointed oar Agenfc and will be able to arrange termß with advertisers foe contract advertise* ments. FOR the Blood isthe Life— Clark's world famed Blood Mixture, warranted to cleanse the blood from all impurities from whatever causes arising For scrofula, scurvy, skin and blood diseases, and scores of all kinds its effects are marvel- lous. Thousands of tesiimonialß. Sold m bottles 4s 6d and lls eaoh by chemists and patent medicine vendors everywhere role proprietors : The Lincoln and Midland Counties Drug Co , Lincoln, England 1 11 THE ASHBUKTON Woollen Manufacturing Co., Ltd, SUBSCRIBED CAPITAL, £11,000 DIHE OTOES: G. H. Greenwood, Chairman. Gko. Jamebon C. J. Hahper H. Frikdlander A. Harrison John Orr I>. H. Brown. rfWE Dlreofco?B are prepared to receive ( DEPOSITS at the following rates of Interest : — j If fixed for 12 months seven per cent If fixed for 6 months six per cent If deposited at call five per cent | J. H. TWENTY MAN, i Secretary. LEVIATHAN RAILWAY mE M P EJR AN O E TJO TEL 1 IX (Opposlte the Railway Station), DUNEDIN MRS SILK - - Proprietress, Bega to Inform her frlendß and the Public generally that she has purchased the above Hotel, and respectfully eoHcits a share oi thelr.sunnort.-, . ... - - The Hotel Is the largest and most com- modious of Us kind m Dnnodin, and can offer accommodation not to be excelled ; having been thoroughly renovated Bince the new proprietress took possession j and will now be found most comfortable. VISITORS Will find evory civility and accommoda- tion, and the aim of the Proprietress will be to give her patrons every eatisfaction. N.B.— Refreshments oan be obtained m the shape of Tea, Coffee, and Cocoa on arrival: and Guests wlohing to go away by early train can depend on being called In ample time, if they will only make their wishes known. 4 156 EL&E. Craigtiead WISH TO ANNOUNCE 10 THEIR CUSTOMERS THAT THEY HAVE REMOVED TO COIffiAN'S BUILDINGS, TAKCEED STREET. —ALSO— That they^have now m Steok a Large and Varied Außostinent of TWEEDS, COATINGS, &c, suitable for the preHent SaaHon, STYLE AND FIT ALL THAT OAN BE DESIRED^ H. & E; CRAIGHEAD TAILOKS, TANORED STREET, ASHBURTON. ASHBURION JHIGH SCHOOL ESTABLISHED 1881; Teaching Stabp, Boys' School.— Mr J. E. Buchanan, Ist 8.A., University College, London. Girls' School.— Miss Saunders, Canter- bury College, Ohristohurch ; Miss Grubb, Trinity College, Dublin. AT this institution pupils of both lexes hava the opportunity of acquiring the elements of a liberal edu- cation. The subjects of Study are those usually taught at Seoondaiy Schools ; but the ordinary course may be modified to meet special oaßea, if m the interest of the Pupils such a plan Is judged advis- able. The year la divided into thf. terms. All fees are payable In advance. per term Puplla under 12 years of age ... £2 2b  over 12 years of age ... £2 16s Music (extra) £1 1" Fee or attending music (only), ... £2 2s Drawing and Painting (only) ... £1 Is A term's notloe required before the removal of a pupil. » The second term commences on \ Monday, 28th May. Poplla will assemble Sat 9.30 a.m. X For further, details apply to the Heaa- fraMter,



;l M C CALLIJM & CO. "TITE are nov? landing, ex " Maud Graham," a (Vgo of Flrßt-olasa KAURI W FLOODING, LINING, SHELVING, and other eiaes In FRI3O CONDITION. We have slbo to hand Large Supplies of RED and WHITE PIN* TIMBER, nil Bizes. A L S O,— NEWCASTLE COAL, WESTPORT COAL, AND MOUNT SOMERS OOAI Our PAINTING and HOUSE DECORATING DEPARTMENT ia replete with EVERY REQUISITE. BSTIMA TES GIVEN. McOallum and Co., TIMBEB AND COAL MERCHANTS, PAINTERS, PAPER- HANGERS, GLAZIERS, Etc., EAST STREET ASHBURTON. W. H, COLLINS, Manager, THE PUBLIC! RUST OFFICE OF NEW ZbALAND OFFER REAT ADVANTAGES TOT)^7'D GniSJO k° ut to make tlaeir wills » and desiring to secure the 1 JjJaDUIN D faithful execution of their last wishes. ; TOT)^7T)QnIV^C! about t0 marr y and mako provision by marriage JT Jui\^)UlN O contractor settlement. TOX)t7ISCAIVfC contemplating the settling of their estate, or of a A JCillOVjlN O sum or sums of money by trust deed. TODI7IDOnI\TC desirous of constituting trusts for charitable or 1 lIiJLvDUINu benevolent objects. Tft BTnDCIPI! TDIIQTCCQ Elding moneys m trust for persons IU rUKtIuN inUOILLy resident m this colony. All such should obtain detailed information from the PUBLIC RTJSTEE, Custom House Quay, Wellington, or from AOLAND, BARNS, AFD CO., CHMBTCHTTRCH, Or D. M. ROSS, TIMARU. New Zealand Fire and Marine Insurance Company Established  1859, CAPITAL — -ONE MILLION. THE PREMIER & WEALTHIEST COLONIAL COMPANY, NOTED FOR PROMPTNESS AND LIBERALITY. FIRE AND MAKINE BISKSa i ALSO,— RISKS ON GROWING .CROPS. TiiH-EsiMe jMAaniNES,-&c., accepted' at lowest current rates. AGENT, ASHBURTON. mHE Undersigned has nov? for SALE, by Bag or per Ton, Blue Derwent and Kidney Potatoes, Grown on (good ground, and warranted to give aatlafaotlon EANSOME and SIMS andHOBNSBY'S PLOUGH SHARES, 1 (ALL SIZES.) SPRING WHEAT, clean samples of Tuscan and Lammas, ! DRAIN AND FIELD PIPES- i GRASS AND CLOVER SEEDS ALL OF BEST QUALITY OBTAINABLE. And at lowest entreat rates. GEORGE JAMESOF ASHBURTON. BfW\ MS /i\ N>ZI INDUSTRIAL GAZETTE ' I <AA A £sf Jfj7§&\ " T-' ie bleiiflmcc is entirely f>Ucn- HSXi H QQib S fw™**^'^* d e<l l ? v Ir - N c ' son niinsclf, V"¥ Jj^ ▼▼▼»▼ jw »lwS^^i who is a Taster of great ox))eri- Bl *fflrfSSS Si ence, and lias had a special ... _|j|- jS JwCffi2i3^Ss>a 'Iwl training m thii art." m int a /^S^KA m tjmabu herald. \ji b IS S '^Wnn%W i i\ xgk " T!l!a (jem deserves the siip- wlr^\ 1"^ 1 \ J M§ a JsiksSSS^&K * \m port o?all purchasers of Tea *r If W l^ at B (TH&iUHjpSrt^A » as tha article they ofler is iff Blu m su P f;rior l ? an>-thinß we O B #4r C^ES2^^J T Wi m^ have seen m this Colony." t\ xy iff ite nHT^lin ¥\ % press. . i»iW N r M J$ nlXd^i||j" V\ yk fcssioiml Taster and VJV* tw fin} TTt™''n?'llirr TOl Blender." THOUGH M^^J ,^^^^S^^^>-- V-A PRICES: by all £^^^^^^^^^(m^^m^/^ 3/- JrUllfii Dli£i li 1/ £ il/ AJ!iA5i AUCKLAND, WEaiXBTON, CHRIST3HURCH, DUNEOIN. 8 AGENTS EVERYWHERE, SOLD IN ASHBURTON BY EIL CARSON, HENRY ZANDER : i And the principal storekeepers



Pub ie Notices. VERY little medicine of any other kind required if LAMPLOUGH'£ FTBETIO SALINE is at hand, and taker as occasions ariee. It is the cure and PREVENTIVE of most diseases incident to Tropical and Colonial life. It allays thirst and cools and vitalises the blood m a remarkable manner, speedily removing Constipation, Feverishnesa, Fevers, Head- ache, Vomiting, and Liver troubles. Station proprietora, flockmastera, and all residing m up-counlry stations should be provided with it. Ask your merchant to send regular supplies with your other stores, as it is invaluable to all. Sold by all medicine vendors. THE "BED CROSS" PRESERVING COMPANY, Chapel Street, South Yarra, Victoria. /"BANNED Tomatoes, equal to American, \J and at same price ; aleo Peaches, Pears, Apricots, of the finest quality, and m heavy syrup. All these goods are manufactured under the supervision of Mr George James Ward, late of California, The Jams, Jellies, Pickleß, Tomata Sauce, and Assorted Sauces of this Company are well known to be better than any im- ported^ 5 213 THE '--—Philadelphia Novelty— MANUFACTURING CO., 1422, 1424, 1426 Callowhill St., Philadelphia, Pa., U.S.A. (incorporated), New York Office, No. 32 Howard Street, New York City, SOLE MANUFACTURERS OF A LINE 07 Patented American NOVELTIES, In Stationers' Specialities & Light Hardware. *T*HE Novelty Paper Fastener; A full line J- of Paper and Letter Clips. The Up. right Clip. Paper Weight and Clip, Note, Letter, and Legal Cap Board Clips. Auto- matic Fountain Penholder. Automatic Fisher (for fishermen.) Novelty Pocket Knife, and Novelty Hunting Knile (operating instan- taneously with one hand.) Ornamental Match Boxes, with bracket hooks (nickel plate, Tucker bronze, and other styles of finish.) Shelf Brackets (for putting up shelves without tools), with sets of wardrobe hooks ftttarJied. MinnSnE Knives. wi**> «vn»». Kyrs, and three blades. Staples for binding pamphlets and papers. Suspension Ring Staples for hanging up show cards, etc. The Celebrated Madame Louie Hair Crimper, etc. All goods new m design, novel m operation, protected by patent, better finished, better working, and lower m price than other goods of the same classes. Full illustrated descrip- tive catalogue tree on application. Goods can be ordered at the same prices through any reliable American Commission House. Houses undertaking the sale of these goods will find their trade rapidly increase, and that the goods will give the fullest satisfaction. New articles are being constantly brought out, and merchants are asked to send for catalogue or order samples through their correspondents here. LOW VITALITY. DB. CHURCHILL'S Syrnp of HypophospMte of Lime preocribed by the faculty for the cure of Consumption, Chronic Cough and General Debility. IT contains two o£ the principal In- gredlents necessary for building up the Human Frame, and which are con- sidered deficient m the above complaints, viz., Phosphorus and Lime. It cannot be too highly recommended for Delicate Children, Dr. Ohorenill's Compound Byrnp of HYPOPHOSPHXTES Is real Brain Food, and m cases of Muscular and Nervous Exhaustion tea acquired a world.wide reputation. Each j bottle bears Dt, Churchill's signature. Prioe, 4fr Prepared only by 1 Swan, Chemist, Rob Oabtiglionb, Pawto BAKER AND CO. TIMBER AND COAL MERCHANTS, WEST STREET, ASHBURTON. DESIRE to announce to the inhabitants of Ashburton and surrounding districts that they have opened a TIMBEB and COAL YAKD, opposite Mr George Jameson's Grain Store g West street, and are prepared to supply al J «lMses of BUILDING MATERIAL, m large 01 small quantities, to suit purchasers. RED, WHITE, anTBLAOK ¥INK| and TOTARA. GALVANISED CORRUGATED IROE m all lengths, and best brands. MOULDINGS, ARCHITRAVES, SKIRTINGS. POSTS and RAILS, STAKES, and al Fencing Material. o6Tl: Westporfc Coal, Newcastle Coal, Moun Somera Coal. Fiiewood m long or short lengths. Agents m Aehburton for Wilson' Portland Cement and Hydraulio Mmc, Notk Address:— BAKEE AND CO. OppoßltelMrlGh JAMESON'S.Grain Btor s West etnet. 1%



Public Notices "Zealandia" Boots HAVE the Highest Reputation m tho Colonies, ,*.ODonnoed at the Indi&d and Colonial Exhibition as the FINEST ia the Whole Exhibition; For substantial wesr they are the BEST IN THE WORLD. Buy a pair o "ZEALANDIAS" and you will never oae any other Brand. Oar Patented ••PARAGON BOOT' and » INDESTRUCTIBLE TOES." For Boys and Girls are Splendid Lines for Hard Wear. None are Gtanui \e unless branded on the Sole i »^"- - ' ~~^.f'p~' And every pair is absolutely Warranted to give Good Wear. Sold by the leading Boot Dealers and Country Stores througaout New ZeaUnd, and Wholesale by LIGHTBAND, ALLAN & GO. CHRtSTCHURCH. STORAGE, _STORAGE. WOOL. WOOL. WOOL. rpHS Undersigned bege to announce to JL bis numerous friends of Ashburton and the surrounding districts that he has •ken over the SEW ZEALAND LOAN AND MER. CANTILE AGENCY CO.'S STORES IN ABHBURTOfI, Aad is prepared to receive Wool and Grain fci STORAGE or SHIPMENT. Liberal Cash Advances made on WOOL, GRAIN, SKINS, &c ( , m store or con- vened for Sale. and OORNSAOKS at the Lowest Prices, TWINE, CHAFF, OATS, OILS, LAMPBLACK, &c, GRAIN bought and sold. Lasd and Estjltb Agent. agenFfor— h.Z. Loan S Mercantile Agency Co Uhiok Issttbakoe Compact 88000*3 Bhbip Dip, Etc. Newest Improved Threshing Machine! mngod for. . FEED. MAEEIGr, 1 35 Ashburton. Ffledlander Bros. _^ WOOL. WOOL. WOOL. Ssaboh, 1888-89. tSTS ate prepared to make LIBERAL CASH ADVANCES OK TUB ENSUING CLIP OP WOOL Placed m oa? hands foi Bale. Out Peemlies being well lighted afford tpeeia! adranuges for displaying WOOL. No Gommiesion ohaeged on advances, and no Oommisilon charged |for offering WOOL anleia a aala is effected, WOOL PACKS AT LOWEST CURRENT BATES. FRD3DLANDER BROS., PETER .WILLIAMS, ££33 Auctioneer. Prime Oam&ru Derwent Potatoes Skin Sales. WE HOLD FOBTNIGHTLY SALES ;o» SKINS THROUGHOUT THE BEASON ON THE FOLLOWING DATES :- July 27th, August 10th and 24th Septembe* 7th and 21at, October 6th and 19th, November 2nd, 16tb, and 30th BALES OP HOUSES, PIGS, CATTLE, PRODUCE, & FURNITURE OK SATUBDAYS. STO.qK SAL'EIS OK TUESDAYS. HBAKAIA MONTHLY SALS— Find Thursday of the Month FBIEDLANDER BBOS., °UTEB WILLIAMS, Attcftonee/i