The Ashburton Guardian.

VOL. VIl.-No 1903

ASHBURTOK THURSDAY, JULY 26. ISBB

PRiaE-oiSifr F&NNY



uhlic Notices. 1 BUILDERS, TJN.OERT! &KERS, &0., Corn3r Wakaaui Road aud-Casß Street. (Nsxt Central HoTm.) Or at Baker and Brown's Coach Paotary /flayelock.atrpot^ lltl SADDLERY 1 /SADDLEE* jt Cum <u\m MR A. IRELAND, having removed to premises Occupied by Mr Tax* l Burnett Street, hopes, by strict attention ■ to Business, to merit a share of publio !■ patronage. l THE LOWEST PRICES CHARGED. Every requisite m the Trado kept m Stock. .-,■; ? , Fanners and others will now have opportunity of getting SADDLER Jf such LOW PRICES as were never before offered m Ashburton. : Repairs executed on most leaeonable terms. . A GENT-;, for the new high arm Davis . SEWING MACHINES. The only Vertical Feed Machine m the world. It nas no equal, Sold on time payments if required. U^l9 A. IRELAND. NOTICE. IN Thanking my numerous Friends and Customers m Tinwald and Burround. ing District, for the liberal support they have given me, I beg to assure them I am carrying on the business of GENERAL STOREKEEPER AND" BUTCHEB exclusively on my own account, without connection with any FIRM or PERSON, or m any way as an AGENT for others. Soliciting a continuance of your favors, which shall have : prompt attention, whether left at the Store or forwarded by my cart, now running the Town every morning. Motto : HONESTY and CIVILITY, r 5*38 JAMFS GUDSELLt JSEXD and GtftAY, CAMEKON STEEE^ ASHBURTON. Makers oiTIMPUO V EoIT.-FUIiROW PLOUGHS (Made of Best Hammered Scrap Iron, and Winner of First Prize at Melbourne Exhibition.) Over 80001 AT /Over 8000 m use. J Reduced Prices; \ m use. Extra heavy Mould Boards for rough Land m Stock, Zig-Zag Ettjfrows still maintain thei* reputation as the best general purpose Harrow. Four hundred sets made an- nually. Newly Improved Chaffcutters all BizeS, with Balance Fly Wheel, fitted with patent caßt steel Mouthpiece, m one piece, which can be taken off and replaced by ao ordinary laborer m a few seconds. Cut three lengths of chaff. Portable Screw-PreßS and Baggil Chaffcuttor, cuts, riddles, elevates, epreei and presses into the bag at one operation 1, 2, 3, and 4 Horse-Powers, aimpl stroDg, and easily drawn, universally tbroughou New ZealanJ. Jointed Pulverising Disc Harrows,-ov«l 700 m use. No farm should be without them. All sizes from 6ft to 12ft. Grain Drilla from 11 to 17Ooultora. We make largely for Canterbury and North Island. Cahoun's Hand Seed Sower, ; Farm Drays and Waggons, patent Fenoing Standards for Folding Sheep, Fencing Wire, Steel, Iron, and Barb Wire. Repairs to all descriptions of Machinery promptly executed on ihe premiess. Catalogues fiea on application at : Dnne« m or any of our Branches- 4°163 ASHBURTO GLASS, PAINTS, AND PAPER HI GINGS WAREHOUSE. ;iIHE Under igned, having sold hia §. Stock-in-Trade and Goodwill of the above Business to James Craigie, of Timaru, begs to thank his friends and tha public for the Bupport accorded to him for the past eleven years, and solicits q continuance of the same to his successor. _____ J. R. CHAPMAN. James Graigie PAINTER, GLAZIER, PAPERH ANGER SIGNWBITER, &c, and DIRECT IMPORTER OF ALL THE REQUISITES OF THE TBADE, TIT AVING taken over the Business of JUL Me J. B. Chapman, I beg to inform tha public of Ashburton and Distriot that 1 will keep a Painter's and Paperhanger'a Stock m keeping with the size and importance of the Town and Dia« trict. All orders will receive prompt atten- tion and be carefully executed. Workmen sent to any part of the Distriot. • —FOR SALE.— Newest Designs of PAPJSKEANGINaS 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 (for mlrrorg Rougn Plato, Colored, Obscured, and Ornamental Sheet, Oak Varnish, Carriage Varnish, &c., White and Red Lead, ila, Cobrs, Mixed Paintß m Tins, Brushes c^im, &c. &c. Paint mixed to any Bhade, Advice to quantity freely given, THE ASHBURTON GLASS, PAINTft* AND PAPERHANGINUS WIRE- HOUSE, ■



i ASHBL'KTOS. ■■ qpHE fiBNTRAL TJOTEL, „ I V 11 Proprietor ... ... W, Redmoni A Comfortable Family and Commercia Hotel. Private Suites for Families Goo( Billiard Room, Drinks at Front Bar, 3d . Lunch Free a 12 o'clock. Choicest Brands of Liquors. Specia terms per week. As Byron says — I never, no, I never, Saw any man so yellow f How's your liver ? (Yellow Dwarf.) TAKE MOORE'S PILLS, Christchurch, March 9th, 1887. I am happy to testify to the value of youi Liver and Stomachic Pills, having used them for the last fourteen years, and can recommend them to every household with every confidence. — J. G. Garfoiith. Sola Agent for Ashburton,— OHAS. NEATE, Pharmaceutical Chemist. 7 166 /\ E. M. BLAKE, ARCHITECT. ■/.'.' Office: Montgomery's Buildings, East street. ENTRANCE : BORNETT STREET. ■ 3 34 »TIO MEET THE TIMES C. TRUCKLE, T)ROPRIETOR of the Prince Albert JT Boarding - Houbo, Wills Street, Ashburton, next Oddfellows' Hall, while thanking his many Kriends and Customers for their liberal support for the past 10 years, solicits a continuance of the same. Board and Lodging, 16s, 18s pet week, or 3s per day. Tinners only, 4a per week, Good accommodation for Families, and private rooms for Ladies. 7 52 ASHBURTON COAL AND FIREWOOD DEPOT. RS. BEAN m thanking his Friends >, for the liberal patronage bestowed npon him for the last six years, bega to inform thorn and all the inhabitants of Aahburton that he is still prepared to deliver promptly all orders tor Newcastle, Weßlport, Brunner, and Malvern Coal, Firewood, Posts and Uailn, St&kes, Strainers, Oats^ Bran, Chaff, Potatoes, Chick Wheac, &c. } &c, at the lowest possible quotations. Note the address : — R, S. BEAN, West street, 5 256 -Next Bank of Australasia. . Charles Ray, MECHANICAL ENGINEER REPAIRS 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. • reduotion"~in terms. Lessons 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 fc-treet. 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, D 9 McFarlane, GROCER, ASHBURTON. MY MANY THANKS ARE Tendered to my uumeroua Cus tomers and the Public generally for ho liberal Bupport accorded me at my Clearing Sale last Saturday, and also to my Eaßt Street Patrona who found their way to Burnett street, my CASH TAKINGS showing conclusively that they have not deaerted me. I hereby beg to Inform all that as my ealo bo far h&s been such a success I intend continuing It for another FOUR WEEKS, during which time my Customers will have the advantage of buying Goods without the extra duty of the new Tariff placed thereon (aa now charged by other stores,) Therefore you may depend upon getting BARGAINS. It la a great pleasure to me to see my Customers walking out of my establishment with largo Parcels and smiling faces for a small outlay, and I confidently es3ert — without gush, blow, or bunkum — that I sell twenty-fiva per cent, cheaper than ! ANY OTHER HOUSE, "- andi shall continue to do so for another Mouth, Therefore Don't delay, Purchase whila you may, And lay In a stook for a rainy do>y. D. I C FARLANE, WHOLESALE AND FAMILY j GROCER, ONLY ADDRESS— \ BURNEET STREET^ , Ashburton, <



i ASHBURTON "GUARDIAN.'} DUNBDIN AGENCY. MR R. T. WHEELER, Stafford Street, Dunedln, has been appointed onr Agent and will be able to arrange terms with advertisera foe contract advertise- ments. W. H. Paget. . f~?~^*i*itZz ~^^*v^ i3ija.vJxoiM.XXrX Bxtbnett Strbbt, next " Mail " Offioe. . BEGS to announce that ho has taken over the Ooanh Building and Wheel- wrighfc Branch, lately carried on by H. Peat, and will continue all branches of the above business aa before. All kinda of Buggies, Dtayß, or Carts made and re- paired. Agricultural Implements repaired promptly. Horses Shod with skill and care, w, bTpaget. ♦ ASHBURTON DRUG COMPANY'S POISONED WHEAT, Prepared by J. M. CAMBRIDGE'S patented ptoceaa, Copy of a letter received from the Chairman. Rangitata Road Board : — To the Manage? Ashbarton Drug Com- pany, Limited. Dear Sir,— So far as I can judge at present, the Poiaoned Wheat supplied this Season ia far superior to any previously obtained. It is a nioe clean bright sample of Wheat, and doea not stick together. Youra truly, 0. J. HARPER, 5 64 Chairman Rangitata Road Board. GREAT EXCITEMENT ! 1 1 WHERE ? AT HAVES & GO'S BECAUSE they moat CLEAR AT AN ENORMOUS SACRIFICE £2000 Worth of Gooda m a Month, and to "do \ thia they must give Gooda at Prices nevei heard of In .' Aehbutton, Bargains. Bargains. Bargains. In every^Department, consisting of — Dresses, Velveteens, Flannels, Blankets Calico, Shirtings, Oorsots, Hats and Jackets, Ulsters, Skirts, Clothing, Boots, &c, &o. The whole to be offered afc STARTLING PRICES that must command a Great Sale. P.S.— You are kindly invited tojlnapect the Gooda and compare prices, Hayes and Go, 6 BCADE AND EAST STREET A HBURTOST ! \ \ '0



»________________ I7IVENING CLASSES are being held S}j at my Office, Montgomery's Bulld- Ingo, Barnett Street, on MONDAYS, WEDNESDAYS, and FRIDAYS, from 7 to 9 p.m. Architectur&l, Plotorlal, Model, and all branches of Freehand Drawing, etc., are being taught. E. M. BLAKE, 4 160 Architect; THE "RED CROSS" PRESERVING COMPANY, Chapel Street, South Yarra, Victoria, /"^ANNED Tomatoes, equal to American, \J and at same price ; also Peaches, Pears, Apricots, of the finest qnality, and m heavy -syrup. All these goods are manufactured under the supervision of Mr George James Ward, late of California. The Jama, Jellies, Pickles, Tomata Sauce, and Assorted Sauces of this Company are well known to be better than any im- ported, 5 213 John Russell HAS great pleasure m announcing to the residents of Ashburton and the Public m general that he has removed to the Block known as the TOWN HALL, m East street, where he has opened out a Choice Selection of DRAPERY, MEN'S CLOTHING, &c, suitable for every ciaas. aN INSPECTION INVITED. Prices defy the World. Come and judge for yourselves. 5°151 THE ASHBTJKTON Woollen Manufacturing Co., Ltd. SUBSCRIBED CAPITAL, £11,000 DIKEOTOBS: G. H. Gbbenwood, Chairman, Gko. Jameson C. J. Hamper H. Fbiedlandek A. Habbison John Obb 1). H. Bbown. rpHE Direotors are prepared to receive DEPOSITS at the following rates of interest : — 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. TWENTYMAN, Secretary. LEVIATHAN RAILWAY mE M P EJR AN 0 E TJO TEL (Opposite the Railway Station), DUNEDIN MRS SILK - - Proprietress. Begs to Inform her friends and. the Publlo generally that she has purchased the above Hotel, and respectfully solicits a share of their support. The Hotel 1b the largest and most com- modious of Its kind m Dunedin, and can offer accommodation not to be excelled ; having been thoroughly renovated since the new proprietress took possession ; and will now be found most comfortable. VISITORS Will find every civility and accommoda- tion, and the aim of the Proprietress wiU be to give her patrona every eatiafaction. N.B. — Refreshments can be obtained m the Bhape of Tea, Coffee, and Cocoa on arrival: and Gueats wlahing to go airay by early train can depend on being called In ample time, If they will only make their wishes known. 4 156 ASHBURTON JIGH SCHOOL ESTABLISHED 1881. _ i Teaching Stabf, 1 Boys' School.— Mr J. E. Buchanan, Ist B A., University College, London. Girls' School.— Miss Saunders, Canter- bury College, Ohrlstohuroh • Miss Grubb, Trinity College, Dublin. AT this institution pupils of both havo the opportunity of acquiring the elements of a liberal edu- cation. The subjects of Study are those usually taught at Seoondavy Schools ; but the ordinary conrße may be modified to meet speolal oaaea, if ip the Inter** of the Papila auch a plan ia judged advis- able. The year Is divided into thr s terms. All feea are payable m advar«,e. per term Pupils under 12 years of age ... £2 2a i, over 12 yeara of age ... £2 16b Music (extra) £1 la Fee or attending music (only), ... £2 2s Drawing and Painting (only) ... £1 1 8 HA term's notice required before the removal of a pupil. The eecond term commences on Monday, 28th Msy. Puplla will assemble at 9.30 a.m. ( For farther details apply to the Head- («nMtar.



New Zealand Fire and Marine Insurance Company Established . 1859. CAPITAL— ONE MILLION. THE PBEMIEB & WEALTHIEST COLONIAL COMPANY, NOTED FOR PBOMPTNEBB AND LIBEBALITY, FIBB AND MARINE BISKS. ALSO,— RISKS ON GROWING CROPS. | MRESING MACHINES, &c, accepted at lowest current rates. GEORGE~JAMESON, AGENT, ABHBUBTON.



\\ M C CALLUM & CO. "TITE are now landing, ex " Maud Graham," a Cargo of Firat«olßSs KAUB VV FLOOBING, LINING, SHELVING, and other elzea In PBI84" CONDITION. We have also to hand Large Supplies of RED and WHITE PIN; TIMBER, all Blzau. A L S O,— NEWCASTLE COAL, WESTPORT COAL, AND MOUNT SOMKRS OOA: Out PAINTING and HOUSE DECOR ITIFU DEPARTMENT is repleta wit EVERY REQUISITE. ESTIM ATES GIVEN. McCallum and Co., TIMBEB AND COAL MEBCHANTS, PATNTEBS, PAPEB- HANGEBS, GLAZIEBS, Etc., EAST STREET ASHBURTON. W. H, 00LLIF8, Manager, THE PUBLIC UUST OFFICE OF NEW ZEALAND OFFER 3EB,EA.i: AjyVAJSTA.&EI& TOT) T? T) Q C\ T\T C bout to make their wills, and desiring to seonre the X JuXvOUiN O faithful execution of their last wishes. 13171500^01 about to marry and make provision by marriage X £jX\OUINO contractor settlement. TO■^P C 1 "D Q A ]Vf C contemplating the settling of their estate, or of 0 X HiXYO WIN O Bum or sums of money by trust deed. •• TA T^ 17 13 QA.AT O desirous of constituting trußts for charitable or 1U XJIIvDUINO benevolent objects. Tfl CflDCinM TDIIOTCITO holding moneys m trust for perßone lU rUKtlUll tnUuittg resident m this colony. All such should obtain detailed information from the PUBLIC RUSTEE, Custom House Quay, Wellington, or from ACLAND, BARNS, AJJ.D CO., CHRIBTOHTTRCH, Or D. M. ROSS, TIMARU. Winter Drapery." "Winter Drapery CALL AND SEE MITCHELL AND TURNER'S jsDresß Goods, Trimmings to raatoh CALL AND SEE MITCHELL AND TURNER'S Rngs and Blankets CALL AND SEE MITCHELL AND TURNER'S Flannels and Flanettea CALL AND SF-E MITCHELL AND TURNER'S Ladies' and Children's Ulsters and Jackets CALL AND SEE MITCHELL AND TURNER'S Shawls and Fur Capes CALL AND SEX MITCHELL AND TURNER'S Mitts., Glov'ea, and all classes Woollen Goods, splendid Stock CALL AND SEE MITCHELL AND TURNERS Mena 1 and Boya' Overcoats, Suits, Socks, Pants, and Shirts, SPECIAL NOTICE- Gentlemen wanting Suits to measure should call and look over a firat-clnsa lot of Hon:e and Colonial Tweed samples. Meaaure taken and guaranteed. N.B.— A splendid line of Tweed Trousers at Al " Value " 100 6i. BOOTS. BOOT?. BOOTS. None but firßt-claaa makes kept ; a good article at a fair figure MITCHELL AND TUKNEE, Tailored Street. | rpHE Undersigned has now foe SALE, by Bag'or per Ton, a splendid Hoe of 1 Prime Blue Derwent Potatoes Grown on good ground, and warranted to give satisfaction. itANSOME and SIMS and HOENSBI'S PLOUGH SHAEES, (ALL SIZES.) > SPRING WHEAT. I have for sale good clean samples of Tuscan and Lammas. DRAIN AND FIELD PIPES- TOAEEIVE, EX "OPAWA" AND OTHEE VESSELS- CLOVER AND TURNIP SEEDS ALL OF BEST QUALITY OBTAINABLE. GEORGE JAMES OF ASHBURTON. SI /Y\ M /!\ N - z - INDUSTRIAL GAZETTE A^Y ' B A£i gg aJm'^k c blending is entirely i:ten- Wks9 H CQ/M $1 fafa?et<&?3k\ ik et * to y fl Nelson himself, t-tt -v tt -r w jfjtm^^Si % who is a Taster of great experi- Mr ff\MSj^^li\ » once, and has had a special ■kj Tijr Eg jPtxMffiZ^sk^m. training m the ait." ii>j In c ib g\ T&j6wtT\ w timatjtt wuujtti l/tfjm^ Mf g r^TWmtT \ «. "Thfs fi?m deserves the sup- '/ |j \ \J MM a v \ vk. P ort <rf*H purchasers of Tea V/ ri W» *^ M f a (*eEPllin' A \ %as the . article 'hey offer is By mCf t**fsT?W£!st : tv^t < &\ superior to anythiiif; wo Sf gfi: r ?\ «L have seen m this Colony." i\> v g S& tw]MssD v\ m press. .oX^J^ 0 #•? .^WPfS^rV «L " Mr. Nelson is a pro- t%^\V* S3 &£* iJSfeSSHfS&iI wV ra, fessional and THOUGH M /^^^^^^^£w\_^ 1Cn pR!CES- BY ALL Wn^^\^^^^^^M^^^-^/^^ M^ >i^^Si 9/Q Q/ PORE BLENDED TEAS. AUCKLAND, WE LIVGTON, fHRISTDHUROH, DUNEDIIi AGENTS EVERYWHEREc SOLD IN ASHBUBTON BY EM. CAESON, HENRY ZANDER And the principal storekeepers.



Public Notices. VEKY little medicine of any other kin< required if LAMPLODGH 1 ! PYBETIC SALINE is at hand, and takei as occasions aripe. It is the cure am PREVENTIVE of most diseases inciden to Tropical and Colonial life. It allayi thirst and cools and. vitalises the blood ii a remarkable manner, speedily removing Constipation, Feverishnesßj Fevers, Head ache, Vomiting, and Liver troubles, Station proprietors, flockmasters, and al residing m up-country etaiions uhould b< provided with it. AbU your merchant tc send regular supplies with your othei stores, as it is invaluable to all . Sold bj all medicine vendors. WHAT WILL IT COST TO PRINT? fTSHE Centennial Pabliehing Company I undertake to reviss and prepare Manuscript for PUBLICATION, either m serial or book form. Estimates and De™ •igns furnished GARNET WALOH 1^..^,, NAT. J. BARNET § &™ o ™' Melbourne, Premier Chambers, 7 Collins Street W. 6 I£2 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 OF Patented American NOVELTIES, In Stationers' Specialities & Light Hardware. THE Novelty Paper Fastener; A full line 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 Knife (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 attached. Mincing Knives, with one, two, 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 Iree on application. Goods can bt ordered at the same prices through any reliable American Commission House. Houses undertaking the sale of these goods will find their trade rapidly inciease, and that the joods 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 bere. LOW VIJALITY. DR. CHDKCHILL'S Syrup of HypophospMte of Lima prescribed by the faculty for the cure of Consumption, Chronic Cough and Genera! Debility. IT contains two of the principal In- • gredlOEitß necessary for building up- the Human Frame, and which are con- sidered deficient m the above complaints, viz., Phosphorus and lAme. It cannot be too highly recommended for Delicate Children. Dr. Churchill's Compound Syrup of HYPOPHOSPHITES 1b real Brain Food, and m cases of Mueoular and Nervous Exhaustion hpa acquired a world-wide reputation. Each bottle bears X>t, Churchill's signature. Price, 4fr Prepared only by' Swan, Chemist, Bob Cabtiglione, Papis BAKER AND CO. TIMBER AND COAL MERCHANTS, WEST BTEEET, ASHBURTON, DESIRE to announce to the inhabitants of Aahburton and surrounding districts that they have opened a TIMBEB and COAL YARD, opposite Mr George Jameson's Grain J3tore ; West street, and are prepared to supply ai ) 3\aaseß of BUILDING MATERIAL, m large or small quantities, to suit purchasers. RED, WHITE, and BLACK PINK t and TOTARA. GALVANISED CORRUGATED IRON m all lengths, and best branda. MOULDINGS, ARCHITRAVES, SKIRTINGS. POSTS and RAILS, STAKES, and all Fencing Material. c6TI: Westporf Goal, Newcastle Coal, Mount Somera Coal. Fiiewood m long or short lengths. Agents m Ashburton for Wilson's Portland Cemeat kad Hydraulic Lime. Notk Addeess ; — BAKEE AND CO. ' OppoßlteJMr G. JAMESON'S Grain Store 3 West street. It



Public notices "Zealandia' 1 Boots HAVE the Highest Beputatio m theColoniei. '.enounced at the Indian and Colonial Bbikbition as the FINEST ia the "Whole Exhibition; Fer gubatantial wear they are the BEST IN THE WORLD. Buy a pair 0 « ZEALANDIAS " and yon will cover ate any other Brand. Our Patented •» PARAGON BOOT' and " INDEBTRUOTIBLE TOES." For Boys and Girls are Splendid Lines for Hard Wear. Nona are Gennne unless branded on the Sole And every pair is absolutely Warranted to give Good Wear. Sold. by- .the leading Boot Dealers and Country Stores 'througnout NewZoalind, and Wholesale by LSGHTBARD, ALLAN & GO. CHRISTCHURCH. STORAGE. _STORAGL WOOL. WOOL. WOOL. fTIHE Undersigned begs to announce to JL his numerous friends of Ashburton and the surrounding districts that he has aken over the SEW ZEALAND LOAN AND MER. CANTILE AGENCY CO.'S STORES IN ASHBURTON, Aad is preparad to receive Wool and Grain fes STORAGE or SHIPMENT. Liberal Cash Advances made on WOOL, GRAIN, SKINS, &c, m store or con- signed for Sale. WOOLPACKB and CORNSACKS at tae Lowest Prioes, TWINE, CHAFF, OATB, OILS, LAMPBLACK, &c GKAIN bought and sold. Laed and Estate Agent. AGENT FOR— N.Z. Loan & Mercantile Agency Co Union Insurance Compavy Bbooke's Shebp Dip, Eto. Newest Improved Threshing Machines rranged for. FEED. MAKEIG, 1 35 Ashburton. MESSRS FRIEDLfiNDER BROS. HAVE' FOB BALE— SDOUBLB-FUBROW PLOUGHS (second hand) O BBTS 4-LEAF HAUEOWS (new) ITIP DBAY (second-hand) _ IFABK DEAY -with FBAMB (second hand) •| B?BINQ O&BT (new) •> -j A.MEBIOAN WAGGOft (e'cond-band) 6 BE A.PERS and BIDDERS by MeOormack Horneb/, and Wood (aecond^hand) Prime Oamaru Derwent Potatoes Skin Sales. WE HOLD EOBTNIGHTLY SALES OF SKINS THROUGHOUT THE »EASON ON THE FOLLOWING DATES :— July 27tb, Augußt 10th and 24th, Feptember 7ih and 21st, October sth and 19 tb, November 2nd, 16th, and 30th SALES OF HORSES, PIGS, CATTLE, PRODUCE, & FURNITURE ON SATUBDAYS. S|TOCK SALES ON TUESDAYS. BAKAIA MONTHLY SALE— First Thuredaj of the Month FSIEDLANDEB BEOS,, FSTEB WILLIAMS, 1 ; Auctioneer, '