missioners would recommend thier em ployees to give this subject their careful consideration." At a meeting of railway servants last night, it was agreed to suggest to the Railway Servants' Executive that a con ference of delegates from all sections of the Society be held here to discuss the suggestions of the Railway Commissioners, and also to interview tha latter. .Dunk mx, September 20. A series of disturbances took place on the wharf lasfc night. A man named Dowie received serious injuries, another named Matheson, who was also attacked, drew a revolver, which had the effect of dispersing the assailants. Some officers forced an entrance into Silk's restaurant with the object of compelling a lodger there to remove an alleged offensive oar toon from a shop window m t- wii, <f which ho was the artist, giving lt;:n tijl eight o'clock this morning to mnore "f. Among those knocked down was the Harbor Board's watchman. None of the assailants were recognised. Napier, September 20. The Railway authorities here have in formed the "Evening News," to-day, that m consequence of the adverse criticism of their policy, the Commissioners had in structed that no Railway advertisements be given m future.

PETITION TO THE RAILWAY COMMISSIONERS.

The following petition was m course of circulation m Christchurch and suburbs on Saturday morning, and was being largely signed. It emanates from citizens who have not been concerned m either side of the present unfortunate difficulty : "To the Commissioners N.Z. Railways, Wellington. Gentlemen, —We, the under signed, adult residents m the provincial district of Canterbury, beg to present for your earnest consideration this petition. We believe that there is a wide-spread feeling amongst all classes, including the great majority of ' Trades Unionists,' that the present conflict between interests which should work m harmony is unwise, and its continuance is not calculated to secure any lasting good to anyone. We have a firm conviction that the experience gained m connection with the present troubles, and the sound common sense of the colonists, will cause means to be devised for preventing a possible re currence of the evil ; and m our earnest desire to restore, harmony to see the in dustries of the Colony which have been dislocated again flourishing, to give the intelligence of the pe»ple an opportunity of exercising itself free from the irritating effects of either punishment or victory, we, your petitioners, do earnestly desire fchat' you will endeavor to reinstate m their former positions, where and when possible, those of your employees, who, through acting from a sense of loyalty to thfiir comrades m Unionism, were dis missed the service." Lyttelton, September 21. The enquiry into the circumstances connected with the fire on the brigantine Nettie on September 10th was concluded yesterday evening. A large amount of evidence was taken, and it was clearly shown that smoking had been carried on by the free laborers, both m the trucks and on board the vessel, when the work of loading the flax cargo had been going on. The jury returned a verdict that there was no evidence forthcoming to show by whom the fire was caused, and added <i rider as follows : —" That care lessness iIAS been shown by the railway and ship awyants m smoking at periods during which the ship was loading." Yesterday afternoon the "free" laborers working the Monowai refused to turn to after dinner because they had not been supplied with pudding. They were soon satisfied, however, and when the wants of the inner man had been supplied they went to werk again, Christchukch, September 21. Arthur Bryant, 19 years old, was fined 40s for assaulting a non-unionist named Neate at the British Hotel, Lyttelton. The accused was drunk. Neate was not sseriously injured. The Melbourne correspondent of a con temporary writes ;—" The general feeling is that a crisis has arrived m the history of labour struggles, and the all important principle at stake m the present strike is as to whether trades unionism is to sanction the boycotting of every class m the community to enforce any demand that may be made by union workmen. The strike from this point of view, is of paramount importance. The real issue is not whether officers or seamen shall get a slightly increased wage, but whether all the workmen of Australia are to strike work every time an employer does not see fit to fal. m with the demands made on him. If the present strike is settled by a concession on the part of employers, there is the probability that within a week or two the existing condition of affairs will be again brought about by a disagreement between unionist shearers and squatters, Employers of Melbourne recognise this, and have banded themselves together to fight the present battle to the end, so that the issue may be settled once and for all. It; is understood that the banks will not press employers until the strike is over, and they are likely to receiye the support of the bulk of the community. At present it seems as if fche Trades Hall will have to give m."

Latest Telegrams.

(Received Sept. 22,10.30 a.m.) Sydney, September 22. The Typographical Society has da cided that members shall devote one* sixth of their earnings to the strike fund. It is expected £350 per week -will be realised by this vote. Newcastle, September 22. Wool is coining m freely. Coal is rising m price and now commands 28s per ton. Melbourne. September 22. The conference of owners and miners connected with the silver industry /it Broken Hill has begun. The owners propose that m the event of a dispute a ballot of members shall be token. If favorable to a strike, then the matter shall be referred to a Board of Con ciliation, and if; either side fail to agree ■with the award three days' notice shall be given m the event of a strike, sufficient men to be left m the mines to keep them m working order. The miners propose that unionism shall bo fully recognised, and that 54 hours shall constitute a week's work for underground hands. The proposals are now being debated by the Confer-, ence. Grbymouth, September 22. The one topic of conversation last evening was the enormous police force of special constables, but the atreets were deserted at an early hour, and all is quiet. The following notice was posted m conspicuous places on the wharf last night:—Trades and Labor Cnion Notice. —All members of the above are requested to abstain from going on the wharf to day. Let "blacklegs" do their work unmolested. Let ua prove to the public, even under most trying circumstances, we are law-abiding citizens. By order of the Committee. Wellington, September 22. Non-union crews have been engaged for the Stormbird, and the Kahu, Star, and Victoria finish coaling and leave for Eng land to day.

TO-DAY'S TELEGRAMS

[pElt PRESS ASSOCIATION J KlfertH «ff 9£4Urfiirhni«>>it. Wellington, September 22. In consequence of the reductions made m the defence vote the scheme for the re organisation of the volunteer force ■Will probably be deferred, while the estab lishment of a partially paid force will certainly be postponed. J,<>g-Al JgxaminntiiwnA. The legal general knowledge examina tion, which begins to-day, will be under the control of the iNew Zealand University instead of judges of the Supreme Court as heretofore. KqtiiiMictiitl <S«J»». The equinoctial gales, which set m yes terday with some violence, were accom panied by a number of waterspouts, which burst shore on near Island Bay. Th«i 12W><-tioiiN. A requisition is being signed asking Mr W, Hutchison, of Dunedin, formerly ex- Mayor of Wellington, to contest the city. Off' «<» the «<»l'ltt>-t<Ji» J»u»h. A number of miners who had been on I strike arrived from the West Coast yesterday en route for the Peak Hill gold rush, New South Wales. Several seamen on strike here have taken out tickets by the Monowai, which sails for Sydney to night, their destination being the scene of the rush. A Rig' I>rt*v rn*t«. Dunedin, September 22. The Supreme Court was occupied all day with the case of Robertson and another v Howden and another, m which a strong bar was engaged. Mr Jellicoe appears for plaintiffs, Mrs Mary Robert son and son ; Mr Hosking for Howden ; Messrs Stout and Solomon for Bryan ; Messrs Raggittand Williams for Ketch en; Mr Chapman tor Larnach; and Mr Fraser for the Perpetual Trustees. Mrs Robert son was married m Scotland m 1870. to the late Mr Robertson. Under a deed of settlement £5000 was placed m trust and her own estate, was valued at £5000, to for the benefit of herself and children, be paid to survivors m 1875. Messrs Ketchen, Howden, Larnach, and Haggitt became her trustees. The plaintiffs allege that defendants, instead of investing the trust funds on sufficient security, invested £450 on 7 per cent mortgage to one Stanford, which is alleged lo have been a breach of trust. It is alleged another £1000 was similarly invested. The case ■will last several dayp. Invercargill, September 22, Mr Alfred Springford s Gap Road Hotel was burnt down on Sunday morning. Insurance : building, £200 m New Zea land ; furniture and stock, £100 m the Colonial.

Tinwald Wesleyan Band of Hope.

The closing meeting of the Tinwald Wesleyan Band of Hope was held m the Templar Hall on Wednesday, September 17th. There was a large attendance, about 150 being present. In the absence of the Rev. J. H. Gray, Mr Rees Williams presided. There wasja capital programme consisting of recitations by Misses Blanche and May Lewis, Annie Lowe, Charles Schneider and Sam Corrigan ; a dialogue by John Stalker, Harry Bradshaw, and Willi* Robinson ; one on "Strikes by John Lewis and George Culverhouse, and another, "A Bit of a Tiff," which caused great amusement, by Miss Annie Lewis, Masters Willie Culverhouse, Harry Begg, and Willie and Charlie Smith. Miss Bonnington rendered a solo very nicely, and the choir gave " Temperance Bells." At the close of the meeting the Chairman stated that it was the intention of the Choir to give a service of song m aid of the Band of Hope funds shortly, and that he hoped it would be attended as well as the Band of Hope meetings had been during the year.

THE MARKETS.

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London, September 19. At the wool sales combing merinos and crossbreds were disposed of at prices five per cent above those ruling at July sales. The prices for clothing sorts were un changed The shipping ring has reduced freights on cargo by sailing vessels to Melbourne and Sydney to 17s 6d per ton, and to Adelaide £1 per ton, The Tyser Company is being strongly supported, and it is expected there will be brisk competition for shares. (Received September 22, 10.15 a.m.) Loxdon, September 20. Tallow, medium mutton 27s 6d, beef 26s 6d. i The quantity of wool catalogued up to j date is 51,400 "bales, of which 49600 have j been sold. New Zealand patent flour, ex store, 24s 6d ; colonial oats, fine average, 26s 6d; galvanised' iron, Gospel Oak brand, £11 10s.

THE MISER'S DIAMOND NECKLACE.

In the year 1740 there lived m the Latin quarter m Paris, a famous miser named Jean Ave're. The wealth con cealed m the obscure rookery where he resided was believed to be fabulous, and was no doubt really very great. Among hiH treasures was a celebrated diamond necklace, of immense value. This he eoncea ed so carefully that he ultimately forgot its hiding-place himself. He sought diligently for weeks, and, failing to find it, became almost insane. This rendered him even less capable of re membrance, and he took to his bed broken m body as m mind. A few weeks later a doctor and an old woman, who had some times done odd jobbs about his house, were both at his bedside, seeing that the end was near. As the clock m the neigh boring toAver tolled one, he ceased his low nattering and sat up and shrieked, " I remember where it is now. 1 can put my hand on the necklace. For God's sake let me go for it before I forget it again !" Here his weakness and excitement over* came him, and he sank back among his rags, stone dead. Physicians and students are familiar with these sudden outflash- i ngs of memory at the great prisis of human fatp. Let the reader consider this while we relate an episode m the humble career of #. (Signalman, Andrew Agge, who may b found <.;j duty m his box at Culgaith, a little station on Mj<i TMjdland, twenty-three miles south of Carlisle. Jtfr Agge is on duty nearly every day, and. must" break his fast without leaving his post, The confinement and mental strain tell on the f-ystpm. The strongest men cannot stand it long without fgeling its effects. It makes one think of the passionate exclamation m Tom Hood's "Song of the Shirt," "Oh, God! that bread should be so dear, And flesh and blojod so cheap." Our friend had been at the same work for many years, although lie was only thirty-fiys «t} rhen these lines were written. In 1884 he began to fee} that he was about to break down. '' I don't know what ails me," he would say, " but i can't eat." What he forced down produced no sense of saiisfaction op strength. Some times he was alarmed a|b finding he could scarcely walk on account of giddiness. He saidto himself, " What if I should be seized with this at some moment when there is trouble on the line, and I need »U my wits about me ¥' Other features of this ailment wert pains m the chest itnd sid&s, oosfciveness, yellow skin and eyes, bad taste m the mouth, rising of foul r^'is m the thro.it, ptc The doctor sa^ «% fe must give up

!his confining work or risk utter disability. He could not. Wife and children were m the way. So he remained at his post and grew worse. But his work was al ways right, telegrams were properly re ceived and sent, and no train got into trouble through any neglect or fault of his. His disease—indigestion und dyspep sia—'took a step further, and brought on kidney and bladder trouble. The 'doctor at _ Appleby said, "Mr Agge, you are poisoned with the foul stuff m your stomach and blood." His doom seemed to fee sealed. It was like a death warrant. Six months more rolled by. On duly one morning he. was attacked with ;s> great and so sharp a distress he could neither sit nor stand. He says: ' I tumbled down on that locker and lay there all the forenoon. Signals might be given, the telegraph needle might click, but I heeded them no more than a man m the grave heeds the beating of the rain against his own tombstone." He was alone at first, but help arrived, and the poor signalman was carried home. Physicians labored on his case without avail. Around his bed were his five little children, the mother being absent m an institution, to be treated for a serious ailment. Here he lay for weeks, part of the time I tatoonscious. Nothing was to be done but to wait for the end. Then the torpid faculties awakened for a moment. Memory Hashed up, and he recal'ed the, fact that a medicine lohich he had nscd ivith benefit years before, and then thrown aside and fnrgotfen, teas concealed m a secret place at the strjnal box. He. sent for it, and took a'dose. Soon his bowels moved, the kidneys acted, the pain was ceased, he felt better With brightened, hope he sent to Carlisle for more. It arrived. He used it, and m a few days the doctors were astonished to find their patient out of doors, and on the road to recovery. He regained his health com pletely, and, m speaking of his experience said to the writer, "What a wonderful thing it Was that, on what promised to be my death-bed, I suddenly remembered where I had put that half-used bottle of Mother Seigel's Curative Syrup. That flash of memory probably saved me from death.

Mrs Spencer Bruntou owned a Persian carpet of the seventeenth century, made of combed wool, much more costly than silk, for which her husband paid £1000. It was sent to Messrs Maple and Co. to be cleaned, and the man they employed on the work, having cleaned it with benzoline, hung it ever hia bed to dry, A child entering the room struck a match to light a fire, the vapor m the room was ignited, the carpet Was ruined, and two children lost their lives. Mrs Bruhton sued Messrs Maple m the Queen's Bench for the damage, and believing there had been negligence, the jury assessed the damages m respect to the carpet at £1000, the carpet to belong to the plaintiff's trustees.

THE ABHBUBTON fIffABDIAN, MONDAY, SEPTEMB Eft 22, 1890. , . ... ■ ...:.■■■ ■ ■•■ ■ —^ .__—^ ' .._.... . , iiiniM'—r •»■(■*< ■*■••»• ft 'mr*'mmmmm»m*mf -wi



WHEAT. WHEAT. WHEAT CAS H BUYEHD ROLLIT & C 0,,, CANTERBURY MILLS, . ■ > - , A ■ W-H T* II I!TQ V A Kj^.-;till prompt C'jihli Buyers of i'rime MiJJhsw Wheat-at JnghcKt :>;nrk«:fc rates J_jL Floui, Bran nudSliarps always on hand. (-Srii'iing hy patent Roller procuriM i one on the shortest! notice. . GEORGE JAMESON. ABHJUJBTON KSD EAICAIA ;iIAS FOR SALE THE FOLLOWING FARM SEEDS RED AND WHITE CLOVER COW GRASS AND ALSYKR KYE*GRASS—COCKSFOOT EETC.j - .ETC] ■ •:. "r, i ' WE HAVE ALSO IN STOCK,— , : TUENIP SEEDS Sfbcial is paid to"the SEED DEPARTMENT, and'nouc 'i but those of the best quality and description are imported Station-holders and i'armers can always rely on ..':.., , getting the newest seed obtainablej ARTIFICIAL and CHEMICAL MANURES^ T* HAVE^FOR^SALE m Large or Small quantitiw":— GUANO SUPERPHOSPHATE HIGH-CLASS SUPERPHOSPHATE ' DISSOLVED RONES , POTATO'MANURE ' BONE DUST :; ,'.;■!'•;:.' ANIMAL GUANO GEORGE JAMESON, ASHBURTON AND RAKAIA 8 155 NOWS THE TIME TO USE KED WOOD'S : SCALY BLIGHT SPECIFIC '. B.THOMAS. FOR THE SEASON HAVE JUST COME TO HAND, Per Ship "Nelson. THEY ARE Al IN QUALITY AND LOW IN PRICE, THEY ARE HURST and SONS, op LONDON OHOICEST SEEDS, inspection invited. samplelTupplied DrTHOMAS, ASHBURTON. D. THOMAS (Lace of Matsok, Cox akp 00. • AUCTIONEER, LAND, INSURANCE, and ESTATK AGENT, . V VALUATOR, WOOL and GRAIN BROKER ASHBURTON ' '.',' "T OANS^Negotiated, AVeokly Sales of Live Stock ; Tiuwald and Ashburton alternately. Fortnightly Sales of Sheepskins, Fat, and Hides on FRIDAYS. \ . Saleß of Wool throughout the Season. Grain bought and sold . on Commission. Clflaring Saies as per arrangemeitt ..._,,; LONDON AND LANCASHIRE FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY. I have been appointed Agent for the above Company and am now prepared ; take risks ot»|Buildings, and^Growing Cropsfat current rates. WOOT, WOOL. WOOL TATTERSALL'S, WEST |STREET, ASHBURTON IVM Prepared to make LIBERAI CASH ADVANCES against the Grow Clip of WOOL, placed m my hand for SALE m Ashburton,*or Shipment Eng nd. WOOLPACKS/JWINE, OIL RABBLE &c* SUPPLIED! " Vr IH;.)MAS.



CLOVERS. CLOVERS. CLOVKH? 11/ E ARE LANDING,— ex "jNclson and ex " Carrie-L. Tyler.' BED GLOVER, WHITE CLOVER, COWGRASS, ALSIKE, TIMOTHY, etc., etc. 1L L OF CHOICES T QUA LIT i T, , For wjiioh we arc now Booking Orders at LOWEST CURRENT RATES -Tl7 E HAVE ALSO FOR SALE MACHINE DRESSED RYEGRASS and COCKSFOOT. FRIEDLANDER. BROS. Timber* Timber. Timber. HAVING purchased the TIMBER BUSINESS ■of Mn.John G. Restkl* we have amalgamated the same with our Business m East Street, where- With will be carried on conjointly. Our Clients can rely on receiving the full advantage of this change, .is we intend, as lieretofoi'b. 'supplying their demands m a most liberal and satisfactory manner. We have m Stock large quantities of every kind of BUILDING MATERIALS, and all orders entrusted to us will receive prompt attention. NOW LANDING :—A line of splendid WHITE PINE FLOORING and MATCHLINING. NEWCASTLE and MOUNT SOMERS COAL ON SALR W.H. Goiis and Co. TIMBER AND COAL MERCHANTS, ,; ash:btj:rto:n\ t EXTENSION OF PREMISES "The Corner." W- H. COLLIER. TJAS pl'eature m announcing the opening of a NEW MILLINERY SHOWROOM by the addition to the premises of the adjacent shop. The Department is placed under the charge of a First-class Milliner (Miss Le Mbrcier) from Cbristchurch. , THE NEWEST STYLES In MILLINERY, FLOWERS, and also SPRING GOODS generally are now showing. CUSTOMERS may rely on the best style combined with the most reasonable charges. _ V „ .1, I, - W. H. COLLIEE, "THE COMEB." T> 'iii i jThijuSm? ' WATOIi and CLOCK jttODt, Jlp^^J^l MAKER, JEWELLER, Ac Murray W&Sm East ?*[?*' m.UlXd,y |ral Ashburton A LARGE and Varied Assortment of New Jewellery, Plate &c. A magnificent Stock of Watches and Clocks, at prices ranging from a few shillings to £30. Every Watch or Clock sold will be guaranteed. I make a special line o High Class English Watchea. Well appointed Worshops under my personal superintendence assures all work beinc turned out promptly and m first-class condition, being turned ou v E^^RY THING SOLD WARRANTED t~» rki Q«^Hcs C. Thornton Dudley, Rename seeub, land^ estate and BT q CK agent ■___ 161 Hereford Street, Christchurch I have sums of ♦" ney to lend on good „' <a » , , . security at low rates of interest. Several pENUINEFann Seeds for sale at ¥ e am J orSale \JC J. SEALY & OU. o. Genuine Garden Seeds at J. SEALY At CO 'S FISHING SEASON, 1890 91. Genuine Flower Seeds at J. SEALY | — & CO.'S. ) FISHING TACKLE. Blue Prussian Peas at J. SEALY & t| .CO.'S. '10 I Golden Tares at J, SEALY & CO.'S. Hi 0K New Turnip Seecs. at J. SEALY & 100(1 Np jA |QQ| a i f-r «n? AT V «-TO S TUST arrived, ex "DORIC "from best j Farm Seeds at J. SEALY A CO. b. J Enfflighh ' aml American Manufac-1 ____ turers a large and well assorted stock of all Fishing requisites. ■Xt u^ n t -oi.fe«' i^t» Tn'* olir.icp Rods, Lines, R«els, Minnows, FUeB, Gaf None but 0-ABTte -a*d Co.* choice Hooks, Bingle, double and treble, Seeds m stock, Mountings, assorted Hooks: Waterproof Stockings, India Rubbercrack- T Q17 1 AT"V CO proof Gum J. fc-CJ ISIjJ KjKJ. . Boots, water- ' proof Fish ■—~ Bags'l C\ M* J^Si^' . Inicreat variety including latest pat- W-a JXt.* -h-**l^ VJU terns. Every article of the season at lowest prices. C HEM I S T Fishing Licenses can now be obtained °ALSO.—New Stock of CRICKETING v ac m STREET and TENNIS MATERIALS. hAs " W. ZANDER, ASHBURTO K. Direct Importer Fishing Tackle. ' Tobbacconist and Fancy Goods. - | Ladies and Gentlemen's Hairdressing 19J30 Saloon X)RF6CRIBES For j JL COUGHS, COLDS, — — - RHEUMATISM, SKIN mOUffifi. £1 »£4 ™ ™£* either sex' m their own localities, at work for us. New business. All meet with ii/r- i;i m anf« wondevfui success. Anyone can do the Other Minor Ailment. Capita 1 not required. WewiU start you. Outfit worth £1 mailed, free. The employment is particularly apapted -|-k w-^ y~v v~v ~W7~ W7\}Ci to the region m which this publication _LJ JA) \J \J -IV.x!i K^ circulates. Boys and girls earn nearly as .■_* j_w v^ much as men. Full particulars and m, , i-rmT-toT-r taito tnt tv structions mailed free. Now is the time ANTIBILIQUS PILLb, _ don , fc d^ }mt wHte t() ug af fmce i t>w n,^ Address—Stinson and Ob., Portland. Is ler Jiox, Ma . ne> Unked gtotea( Are the best all round Family Mediciu



Fub;ic Notices F R. SALE PRIVATELY. •"PHIS following Draught Stallions YOUNG NEW STYLE, by New Style out of Dolly, by GLENROY. BANKER'S HERO, three ye«r« old by Springbank out of Bloss, by Young Hero (imp). MARQUIS, five years old, by Young Clyde (imp.) out of full sister to GLENROY. For terms and particulars apply 9*105 D. THOMAS. SATURDAY, 27th SEPTEMBER. Two o'clock sharp. MR ALFRED HARRISON has received instructions from Mr David McCombe to sell by Public Auction at his rooms, Sections Nos. 9, 10, 11, and 12, con taining £-acre eac^i, and situated at corner of Cox street and Cross street, close to the N.W. Town Belt, and almost im mediately behind the Hospital. Without Reserve. ALFRED HARRISON, 9*lol Auctioneer. ..—ASHBuETOJsT^T TROCTIIG CLUB. ipIRST Meeting will be held on the ; Ashburton Racecource on OCTOBER 16th, 1890. Nominations Close, FRIDAY, Sept. 26, at 9 p.m.. at Club Room, Central Hotel. For Programme, etc., Apply JNO. J. C QUANE, 9+83 S3cretary._ ASHBURTON AGRICULTURAL AND PASTORAL ASSOCIATION. THE ANNUAL Horse Parade WILL be held at the ASHBURTON COUNTY SALEYARDS on SATURDAY, 4th OCTOBER, 1890, at 10.30 a.m. Brood Mares may also be entered. Entries : Stallions, 5s ; Mares, 2a Cd, close with the underrigned on TUESDAY, September 30th, at 5 p.m. Admission to grounds, Is. Meirbers free. JNO. J. C. QUANE, 9§95 Secretary. __ MOUNT SOMEBS COAL PER TON \ T any Railway Station between /•> RAKAIA and RANGITATA by the Truck Load. THIS COAL IS QUITE EQUAL TO KAITANGATA AND HALF THE PRICE. E. F. WEIGHT. 75 I'm. SPARROW TAILOR AND| MEN'S I E R C E R. EAST STREET. ASHBURTON FIRE BRIGADE. IVTOTICE is hereby given that the IN FIRE BELL has been »RE MOV"ED from the old site, Wakanui Road East, to the new Fire . Brigade Station, Borough Council Yard, Burnett Street. CHAS. E. FOOKS, Borough Engineer. Ashburton, Sept. 16, 1890. 9 85 SPRING HAS again come upon us, and find MITCHELL & TURNER ready with a choice and varied selection of New GOODS m every way suitable to the Season, and the alterations and enlarge ment of their premises now give every opportunity for full inspection of their New Prints, New Dress Goods, New Costumes. SEE OUR WINDOWS. New Boots and Shoes. MITCHELL & TURNER KAIAPOI HOUSE, TANCRED STREET.



NOTICE. OUR Grain Stores and Offices will be closed on WEDNESDAY, Septem ber 24th. 9§llo FRIEDLANDER BROS. NOTICE. MY Premises will be CLOSED 1 on WEDNESDAY, 24th inst., on account of holiday. 9§107_ HENRY ZANDER. LOWCLIFF ESTATE. rpENDERS are Invited for breaking up J_ 300 Acres. Tenders not later than Ist OCTOBER. J. R. BROWN 9 117 Manager. """SHEEPSKIN SALE."" MY NEXT Sale of Skins by. auction will be held on FRIDAY NEXT at my Ashburtoh Stores. 9§115 GEO. JAMESON. WOLSELET SHEEP "SHEARING MACHINES. ~W TE have made arrangements for our Vy Expert, MRT. H. PETTIGREW to visit the Canterbury province this week, and communications addressed to him at the General Post Office, Christchurch, or care of Mr Melville Gray, Timaru,'will receive early attention. FULTON, STANLEY & CO, Dunedin, Agents for the Wolseley Sheep Shearing Machines m Canterbury, Otago and South land 9 112 nravEpoAcir" G. H. ALLISON, "OROPRIETOR of Methven Livery JZ Stables, begs to inform the public of the Methven and Ashburton Districts, fchathe will again start running a Passenger Coach from Methven to Ashburton on TUESDAYS and SATURDAYS from 4th October, leaving Methven at 8 a.m., and the Somerset Hotel, Ashburton, at 4 p.m. Fares, single, 4s ; returns, 6s. Parcels and Orders carefully attended to. 91118 ASHBURTON BOROUGH COUNCIL "VTOTICE is hereby given that all J_\| annual Licenses under the Borough Bye-Laws, namely, for Keroscene or Petroleum Carriers Hackney Carriages Drivers Public Buildings Hawkers Will expire on TUESDAY, the 30th September instant. Applications for renewal must be made on the expiry of the old Licenses, under a penalty, m default, not exceeding Five Pounds. CHAS. E. FOOKS, Town Clerk. Borough Council Office, Ashburton, Sept. 22nd. 1890 9*121 I WILL not be responsible for any DEBTS contracted m my name by any person or persons without my autho nty* CHARLES RYEL, Fishmonger, Alford Forest Road, g 122 Ashburton. Pr"S?i A ATHBURTQN, KILWINNING ROYAL ARCH CHAPTER, THE ANNUAL MEETING for In stallation of. Officers "will be held at the Masonic Hall, on TUESDAY NEXT, the 23rd inst., at.7.30. Visiting Companions cordially invited J By order, 9 24 __ 4LFRED HARRTSQN, S.E^ STEPHEN'S SCHOOLTtOOM, ~ 'ASHBURTON. CRAKD CONCERT TII IT It SI) AY NEXT. Septkmber 25th, at 8 p.m. i "T3ERFORMERS — Mesdames Brooke, ' \T Crisp, Williams, and Mayne, Misses Trauraann and Sinunonds. Messrs W. B. ' Dixon, Mils' >m, (Jafces, and Stevenson — Ashburton Choral Society < Admission —2s and Is. Proceed ito Church Fabric Fund, 9 123



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