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TELEGRAPHIC.

HOME AND FOREIGN.

IK* ffcKSs ASSOCIATION.)

COLONIAL PEERS.

, London, August 13. The, Marquis of Salisbury favour* the creation of members of the House of Peers to repjescnt the colonies. Sir Samuel Wilson and Mr Henniker Heaton are mentioned in connection with the suggestion. THE MELBA SUIT. The Melba divorce case has been amicably settled. THE .SILVER QUESTION. " The Times " says that the money market is uneasy in consequence of the continued fall of silver, and that the Council; of India should have power to stop coinage. London, August 14. "The Statist " warns investors that America stopping purchases of silver, and India suspending the coinage of silver, must cause securities to decline, and predicts a sharp fall. "The Standard " says that the con tinued fall in silver must embarrass the money market.. MINERS' WAGES. One hundred thousand Welsh miners are to be reduced 2£ per cent in their wAgei.' THE BENVENUE WRECK. The owners of the ship Benvenue, which was wrecked off Sandgate in November last when several life-boat men were drowned in going to the assistance of the crew, have: been sued for compensation. The Court awarded £200. MR MUNRO. A party of members of Parliament , dined with Mr Munro yesterday, in i order to show their sympathy for the Agent-General of Victoria in his present position.

AUSTRALIA AND CANADA.

Ottawa, August 14. In his interview with the Canadian Ministers, Sir George Pibbs said that he thought it would be feasible/to open np an important trade directly be tween Australia and Canada in' place of allowing it to go via San Francisco. He agreed that it would be 4 great benefit to the Empire to possess a cable and telegraph service 1 passing entirely through British territory, and that it would be of material service m the event of war.

ANOTHER DISASTER TO EDISON.

1 New York, August 14. Edison's ore works at Ogden col lapsed, and four persons were killed. JSdisori himself had a narrow escape.

HORRIBLE MURDER.

Washington, August 14. A girl, named Borden, has been Arrested for the murder of her wealthy father and stepmother at Fall River (Mass.). She administered "■ poisoned milk to them, and while they were in sensible, fche killed and mutilated them m revenge for a quarrel,

MOROCCO.

- Tanoikrs, August 14. The Augberite rebels retreated before the Sultan's troops, who set fire to their villages and then returned to Tangiers. . :

THE CHOLERA.

St. Petersburg. August 14. The .Czar .has abandoned the great army manoeuvres usually held at this time of the year. They were to have taken place at Krassnoe-szelo, but fear ing the health of > the troops might suffer from the prevalence of cholera, the orders were cancelled. ;, : * Fire thousand deaths from cholera,' have occurred since August 11. , , Owing to the ravages of cholera m Moscow numerous shops and' factories are closing. ■ . >. .■<■■ Tkheban, August 14. " Three thousand deaths from cholera are reported at Sabriz. The town is deserted:  '■ -"•

AFGHANISTAN.

 . . Calcutta, August 14. The Ameer states he fc willing to receive a mission under Lord Roberts, but is unable to fix time or place owing to the Hazara troubles. The Ameer's answer to the Viceroy 'is considered satisfactory. He is now aware of RusbWs tactics oii thfe Pftmir. The situation is causing a fall m Go vernment securities m Calcutta, though the fears of a positive rupture with the Ameer have subsided. ,. It is reported that the villagers m the vicinity of JellaWW have re volted. . The Uiberg have migrated to Russian territory. Inrnael Khan, a relative of the Ameer, is Intriguing with Bussia.

THE KATANGA EXPEDITION!

$a^MKZ*« August 14. It has been ascertained that Hoe disher, director.of the Katanga expedi tion vu captuted-by Arab*, who tor tured him fttr tto*k foj* »nd then be headed the unfortunate man.

AUSTRALIAN.

THE BROKEN HILL STRIKE. Sydnjsv, August 15. ( This amalgamated Miners' Associa tion has struck a levy of 2J per cent to assist the Broken Hill strikers. It is expected £1600 per week will be received from, this source. $he€entral Mining Company at Broken Hill has appointed liquidators m Victoria; New South Wales, and South Australia, with nower to form a new company. THE TELEPHONE. Melbourne, August 15. The Telegraph Conference has dis cussed th« question of telephone coramu . nication between Melbourne, Sydney, and Adelaide, but decided against the proposal on the ground that it would not pay at present. > , ' ■ SIR WILLIAM JERVOI3. Sir William Jervois is staying with lard Hopetoun. ,MR MTJNRO. Mr Munro has been granted: leave of absence to eqable him to return to the colony* - < THE C^BLE GtFARAftTEE. A* the ?c*t«! Conference, Mr Kidd

Postmaster-General of New- South Wales, said that his Government wou ld throw the responsibility of giving a guarantee to the Eastern Ex- tension Telegraph Company over altogether if they were called on again >to pay such an amount as they had to pay this year. He moved that m yiew of the losses sustained the rate for public messages should be raised to is 9d, Government and press messages to remain as at present. This wae carried. The motion to agree with the proposals of the .New Zealand Govern ment was seconded by Mr Kidd and also agreed to. The Western Aus tralian Government telegraphed their consent.

INTERPROVINCIAL.

Auckland. August 15. Sir William Jervois, when he left the Ruahine at Hobart, intended to visit Mildura, thence proceeding to Adelaide to inspect some property in which he is interested,, and assist in starting meat chilling works in South Australia. He comes to New Zealand after the comple tion of this business. Some Victorian capitalists and Whan garei settlers have leased an! undertaken the development of the Naunguru coal, field, • Natter, Auirust 15. The licensee of- the Shamrock Hotel, Awatoto, for permittini; " Yankee grab " to be played for four drinks was mulcted in the Resident. Magistrates' Court to day in the sum of £9 10s fine and costs. Mastebton, August 15. ■ The charges of cruelty to their child against .Thomas and Elisabeth Goodgame were resumed in the P.M. Court to-day.' The female accused admitted in cross examination having emptied a chamber over the girl and otherwise shamefully illtreated her, but otiled that it was done to make her break off bad habits Elizabeth Goodgame was sentenced to four months' imprisonment, and Thomas j Goodgame to three months' hard labor.' The decision was received with applause. The Magistrate remarked that it would have been incredible to one who had not heard the evidence, that any parents could have been so cruel to their offspring.

Wellington, August 15. A deputation from the New Zealand Institute of Journalists interviewed the Premier, and nrged him to use his en deavors to pass the Libel Bill this session. It was pointed ou*-. that the present Bill would nearly,.assimilate the law in New Zealand with that of England. Mr Ba lance said the measure Was a reasonable 'one, and he was in favor of it, and would like to see it become law. It was. the intention of Government to introduce it, but he feared it would not get further (than the second reading, as he heard not only that opposition but obstruction was . likely tobe displayed towards the measure, but from what quarters he could not say. He assured the deputation that Govern ment would do all in its power to pass the Bill. DCNEDIN, AugUSt 15. A youth, named Daniel Murphy, and a companion, when leaving the hut of a Chinaman at Speargrass Flat, near Rox burgh, pointed a double-barrelled gun at the Chinaman. The charge exploded and the Chinaman was wounded about the mouth, losing much blood. The police are investigating.

SPORTING.

PLUMFTON PARK STEEPLECHASE MEETING. (PJIH PRBSB ASSOCIATION) Christchurch, August 13. Open Hurdlb Rack, nf 40 sove. One mile and a half.—Smuggler 9at 121 b, 1; Kaimanawa 9st 121 b, 2; Eriu-go-Bragh list 71b, 3. Time, 3min 4sec. Dividend, £3 6s.

The " at home " at tlw Wesleyan Church takes place this evening at half-past seven.. Doubtless every Wesleyan, and many others, Mill be present to bid farewell to the old' site though not to the old church. A report of Mr G. Hutchison's speech on the.Financial debate ia circulated with to day's Mail and GuabdiahTjf at the request I of Mr Wright, M.H.R. COLJBHAKB AND SOJT EUOALYPTE Ex tract is the only genuine. m the. market, and was a warded medals and diplomas at; Sydney, Melbourne,and Adelaide,,beating all competitors. For all affections of the Chest and Lump,. Consumption, Asthma, Coughs, Colds, Gravel, and Kidney Com-: plaints,' it has no equal. Agenta— : ABHBUKTON DWO COMI ANY. Where are you going to, my pretty maid - the Stores or some Biscuits, sir! she said? What kind do yon get, my pretty maid Why Aclsebbook's Owegos, sir! she said •• HOW ARE YOU T "Quite well, thank you, since using Aulsebrook's Arrowroot Biscuits. They have made me so strong. —[Advt* - ♦• Don t put off until to-morrow the pleasures of to-day, but ride a * Calliope' Bicycle at once." Illustrated. price list, Saville's Colombo street, Christchurch. Thk Best Remedy fob Indigestion Norton's Camomile, Pills are conftdenty recommended as a , simple remedy for Indigestion, which is the cause of nearly all bhe diseases to which we are subject* Norton's Pills, with justice called the 'Natural Strengthener of the Human Stomach," act as a powerful tonic and gen tlw perient, are mild m their operation, and ■afe under any circumstances. Sold m bottles, at U l*d, 2a Pd, 11s, by alt medicine vendors throannoot th« world.

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I' F.u)Ui,e, K> t} .yg.. . ... GREAT} SUCCESS. ""grEAT|SUCCEES THVJ Public delighted with the Professor's work. Tne firs*' lot «f proofs are now ready for distribution, and are on view at the Studio, Moore street, where the Public are requested to inspect the work, which will compare favorably with any m the colony. Come early. Business booming. Customers delighted. Studio hours from 9.30 to 4 p.m. A, T. ROBOTTOM, ■' Photographer, Moore street, (Opposite T**val Hotel). 7tl F. ClarE HAIRDRESSER a*d TOBACCONIST, XT AS re-opened :in Shop hitherto •*-■■ occupied, by Peofkssor Robottom, feast Street, Ashburton, with a complete stoclt of Tobacconist's Goods. .,..■.:....■ ..--The, , - HAIRDRESSINO DEPARTMENT s under the supervUion of Mr James Purchase •o well and favorably known m the trade. ' 7*94 " "TOOKJHERE IN; order to make room for oar Spring goods which are just arriving, we are obliged teslear out oar  .■.> .^ , . SURPLUS STOCK. And m order to do bo quickly we have determined to' offer them to the Public at about COST PRICE. ■•""■. r?' ■*,/- ' Come early aiind secure bargains. "' '■■ All- work done m- Our usual first class style. t^-\ .."■■■ ••■- : :- ■ JB. A W. Cratsrbcad : MERCHANT TAILORS, TANCRED STRKET, ASHBURTON. ESTABLISHED 17 YEARS. ONE of the Largest Stocks of all kinds n the Colony—guaranteed the- best ob tainable. Forest Trees OF -ALL SORTS. Ornamental Trees IN GREAT VARIETY. Roses LARGE AND CHOICE COLLECTION. CHRYSANTHEMUMS Of Every Claw,'the Choicest and Best As we are purely Nurserymen, and do not grow for exhibition ourselves, our; patrons m%y rely on obtaining what is: most likely to prove satisfactory either' for exhMti&i or'other purposes. Tljios. Sealy^ NURSERVmak) •-"■-■■: i RIVERBANK, ASHBURTON / STARTLING N^W9. ; J^MesOPortetv, THE WELL-KNOWN NURSERYMAN: Of so many years; standing, has FRUIT TREES OF ALL KINDS. . ' . . . APPLE TREES, -: ;I On the:feliKht Pipof Stocks, ,-: ROSES, a Choice Selection ORNAMENTAL *TRISES & SHRUBS^ Of all descriptions* '■ ■■' '• FORE' S■ T TREES, In great variety. A special line of two years old PINUS INSIGNIS, 6s per 100. CHRYSANTHEMUMS. T have been at great expense m importing all the Latest . Nov«lties and I Prize-takers direct from English an 4 'American Growers, and pu?, success at the two last Chrymn'ihe'mum Shows at Christchurch, should be sufficient guaran tee as to the good quality of our Stock, having taken sixteen prizes, including five champions. .' '- N.B.—AH orders shall,». receive my prompt attention...- .< Chrysantheroumssent out m October., JTOHM O. RB»TEIiIi, GRAIN & WOOL STORES WEST STREET, ASHBURTON.; GRAIN MERCHANT, SHIPPING, < FINANCIAL & COMMISSION j AGENT, fto.- ._.--,- ■ ' OASHPTOCHASER ! or : i WHEAT, BARLEY, OATS RYEGKABS SEED, ETC. . . ■ j .■'; ' COMMODIOUS STORAGE AT CURRENT RATES. . ■._ , ALWAYS "ON SALE— 1 Cornsacks, Woolpacks, Twine, Super -1 phosphates, Pearl-Guano, General • • Farm and Station Stores, &c. : Cape Barley, Grass, Clover, Turnip and other Seeds of the best quality, , AT LOWEST CCTRRENT PRICES. I AGENT FOR THE New Zealand Loan and Mercantile Agency Company, Ld. Union Fir© and Marine Insurance Company. , . . - ! » Howard's Digging Houghs, * Cooper's Sheep Dip, Sutherland's Manure, «(«. I, JOHN O. REHTELL, In conjunction with the If BW 3EKAI.AWI* <&OAS * MM»- CAHIIU A«IICT «•-, I*. JOHN R BLAND, Auctioneer. ! Auctioneers/ Wotl Brokers, Land wad '. Financial Agents, &c. t are prepared to transact Farm and Station Business ) on the most favorable terms. • ' c* WOOL, WOOL, WOOLi LIBE^L CASH ADYANOKB U : ISJSiPiNG ULTPS. ♦ "., W>, U->»Wttisftlon on Advances, and at the ! "LOWEST CURRENT RATES OF 30 lINTERBSX'.



■-* ■ il-ii 'i; ,IiW..L»UK.Iv- ._ \ TOFARMERS AND OTrIKH-. IHAVEthV'i. -. • '_*..:I.US FOR SaLE 11216 Acres, Mount :\ nurs District., \ 600 Acres LyndhurHt District : 647 Acres Hinds District 440 Acres Dromore District 486 Acres Wakanui District . 495 Acres Westerfield District '. 608 Acres Mount Someis District 441 Acres Wakanui District 205 Acres Westerfield District 502 Acres Hinds District , 376 Acres Mount Somers ' f District '79 Acres Hinds ' District > And other Properties. Full particulars on application. ; FOR SALE—23J Acres, close to town, nice little Homestead. : TO LET—Three-roomed Cottage, Peter \TO LET.—For a crop of Oats, the Homestead Paddock at ' f The, Grang Farm, containing' l96. Acres '-■;'■ , . T; BULLOCK ,\ Estate Agent. SaSSSBBHHHHBHIMHHIMMHBMaaBai^HHaaHaBIHaH f nLAZARUS' STDATENT SYSTEM OF SIGHT L TESTING AND SPECTACLES: ' SOLE AGENT FOR ASHBURTON,.; c*. BALEK, Watchmaker and Jeweller, • The case of Tests and Lenses were in Mr Salek'a fireproof safe at tbefime of the fire, AND ARE NOT DESTROYED. * He prepared aj^MtneHfo. tp Correctly: Test and Fit anyone with LAZARUS •♦SPECIALITE" SPECTACLES, A new system of Measuring, Adjusting and Ensuring Perfeft Vision; 7*s NEW SHOEING FORGE >. AND BLACKSMITH'S SHOP. FRAN K~D A. lL V^ ''! , Late of Ashburton Forks, *TT7IBHESto inform his friends arid : VV the public of the Ashburton dis trict that he has OPENED in above Business in NEW PREMISES, WAKANUI ROAD, Behind Post Office and Kilworth's shop. Good roomey stand for Horses. He trusts that with' good workmanship and strict attention to business to merit a share of public support. Horse shoeing a specialty ■ ,''.,,,, 7' 7': S. T. FORO A CO "VTEW ZEALAND WOOL SK)RES. JLN (Late R. Wilkin and Co.), 164, Hskefobd Street, CHRisTOBracH. AUCTIONEERS AND COMMISSION AGENTS 'For the) Sale of Stock, Wool, Skins, Hides, Grain; or other Produce. LAND and STATIONS valued and sold either by Auction or Private Treaty. Will attend Addington Market weekly. Ashburton, and;Tinwald every alternate Tuesday. -■''■-* — "■ Kirwee and Darfield monthly. CLEARING SALES in Town or Country Will receive prompt attention]; MR ROBERT JEFF will attend to the Receiving and Delivery of Stock en trusted to us for Sale at the Ashburton? md Tinwald Yards. 'Postal' Address— ROBERT JEFF, Tinwald. ~~J. T. FORD, Auctioneer.' '■■' SEED POTATOES AND RHUBARB ROOTS. Now is the time to plant your Gardens. BEAUTY OF RATH, or BEAUTY OF HEBRON POTATOES, earliest and best, true to name, heavy sroppers and good quality. RHUBARB ROOrS of ,;beet varieties <'^/; A.,,-- .Agrown. '- "■■ • -.,': A. W. Randell. 3*22 TOWN HALL. TIMBER. TIMBER. TIMBER. BEING Desirous of Reducing my Stock of Timber very considerably,*' tnow beg to offer to Farmers, Builders and others, thei* requirements AT PRICES PREVIOUSLY UNHEARD OF IN ASHBURTON. COAL. COAL. COAL. ~"~ Am now Receiving into * Stock 100 TONS OF VERY BEST NEWCASTLE COAL Which I shalVfiell at - LOWEPT CURRENT PRICES. MALVERN AND~MOUNT SOMERS COAL ; Kept in Stock. John Gr. Reatell, WES'! STREET, ASHBURTON. BMOHElU'ittWlli ESTABLISHED 1817. Incorporated by Aot of Council as a Bank ot Issue, Discount, Deposit', and Exchange, authorised Capital £3,000,000. Paid-up , . Capital £1,250,000. PeservelFund . £990,000" "TpOR fcho transaction of General JJ Banking Business this Bank will open at RAKAIA on THURSDAY, 14th July instant, and, thereafter, once a week, on each succeeding Thursday. For the Bank of New South Wales, W <*, KhtiKi, ' i!»ap«cxo». Christchurch, Jul/H, 189 1. 7 7 NOTICE. HAVING PURCHASED from'Mb James Craigie, the whole of his STOCK PAPERHANGINGS, GLASS, PAINTS, &fcG 'I Will CONTINUE THE BUSINESS V* THE OLD SHOP, BURNETT STREET. Having bought the Stock at a Bargain, I am prepared to Sell at GREATLY REDUCED RATES. Estimates given. Orders promptly at. tended to, and ©barge* reasonable. Joliit Wilson, PAINTER, PAPERHANOER, etc?., 'i Burnett Street, Corner of. AT^de.. v ' f 80



MR JOHN G- RESTELL- ; FARMS. FARMS. FOR SALE BY PRIVATE TREATY. MR JOHN G. RESTELL has been instructed to Sell, in conjunction with the New Zealand Loan and Mer cantile Agency Company Limited,— The whole of the well-known I Biiceleuch Estate, Comprising 7865 acres 7863 DIVIDED INTO FARMS O* FROM Q ACRES TO 1826 ACRJSS' The land is of good quality and well situated, the Mount Soriiers Railway line passing through the Estate: Persons in want of eood, farms would do well to inspect this property, as it will be sold at a reasonable price and on very liberal terms. For full particulars, apply to • THE NEW ZEALAND LOAN & MER* CANTILE AGENCY CO., Ld., Christchurch and Rakaia ; -■ Or, JOHN G. REBT*iLL, 8 96 Ashburton. U , ■ ■— 1 J. T- FORD AND CO. FARMS. FARMS. FARMS. . MESSRS J. T. FORD & CO have received instructions from Messrs E. B. and R. Million, to , OFFER FOR SALE BY PUBLIC AUCTION, ■ at the ORANGE HALL..ASHBURTON, ON Saturday, Sept. 3, AT THE HOUR OF 2.30 p.m. ALL THAT VERT USEFUL BLOCK, Comprising 4:4 d0 Freehold Land, Adjoining the Well-known Winchmore Estate, . . And Within Five Miles of the Town «f ASHBURTON. The above block of land has been for the past five years in the occupancy of Westcote Lyltelton, Esq., whose tenancy, expires on the first day of September next, and will now ba divided and offered for sale in suitable Farms of from 100 to dOO Acres each. About two-thirds of it is now in- English grass, after two grain crops only, the bulk of it having been'some years laid down..: The remain ing one-third native pasture.- JTHL WHOLE, level land, easily worked and without waste of any kind. It is almost in the centre of the block intended for irrigation, and is at present well served by water races, is approached and inter, sected by good roadß, and distant about five miles from th« Ashburton and Drombre Railway Stations. The Proprietors MEAN TO SELL, so that the Auctioneers have no hesitation in saying that this sale offers a rare opportunity to farmers of securing really Useful Farms in the immediate vicinity of good stock and produce markets. It is really good sheep land, grows splendid turnips and has produced 30 bushels of wheat per acre. .... m The Terms of Payment will be—Ten Pounds per centum deposit at sale; Twenty-five Pounds per centum March Ist, 1894: Balance in five years from Bale with interest at Six Pounds per centum per annum on all unpaid money. Plans will be furnished on application to J. T. FJRD, Auctioneer. 154. Hereford Street, Christchurch. r6O ASHBURTON pOUNTY JJUNT pLUB. m\l STEEPLFfHASES. To b« held on the Tinwald Racecourse on Friday, August 19, 1892 • PROGRAMME. (Approved by the Committee of the Can terbury Jockey Club 1. Hunters' Hurdle Race, a handicap of lSsovs; second horse to receive 2sovs from the stake. For , qualified hunters the property of members of the Ashburton County Hunt Club. Maiden riders allowed 71b. Nomina tion 10s. acceptance ss. About i two miles, over eight flights of hurdles, about 3ft Bin high. 2. Hunt Club Cup Steeplechase, a A handicap of 40 soys ; second horse to to receive Ssqvs from the stake. Open to all qualified hunters, the property, of members of any recognised Hunt Club. Minimum weiarht lOst. Maiden 1 riders allowed 71b. Nomination 15s. Acceptance 15s. About three miles, over such course" and. jumps as the Stewards shall direct. N.B.—Th* winner of this race to have the option of receiving the prize in a piece of. plate or in specie. 3. Open Welter Handicap of 25sovss; second horse to receive 2sovs from the stake. No weight under lOst. Nomination 15s. Acceptance 10S. One mile and a half on the flat. 4. Maiden Steeplechase Plate, of 15 soys ; second horse to receive 2sovs from the stake. For qualified hunters, the property of members tif the Ashburton County Hunt Club, that have never won an advertised , steeplechase. Weigh*-for-age. Maiden riders allowed 71b. Entrance 15s. About two miles. 5. Ladies' Bracelet Handicap, of 20 soys ; the first horse to receive .a' bracelet, or money, of the value of 15 soys; second horse to receive a bracelet or money, of the value of ssovs. Open to all qualified hunters, the property of members of any recog' nised Hunt Club. A high weight handicap. Winner of the Open Welter Handicap to carry lOib exira. Gentlemen riders. Maiden riders allowed 71b. Horses before starting for this race must qualify over a flight of hurdles in front of the stand to the satisfaction of the Stewards. All horses to be nominated by ladies^ Nomination JOs. Acceptance 10s. About two miles on the flat. 6 Hack;' Race, of lOsovs, No weight a under lQst. For horses that have never bfi«n nominated for a handicap or classic face. Post entry, 10s, to go to the fund. Three-quarters of a mile on the flat. J Nominations, to be in writing, and ac companied by fees, name, age, and de scription qf the horse, and colours of rider, m^st be in the hands of tho Secre tary, Commercial Hptel, Ashburton, not later than 9, p.m. on Monday, August 1, 1892 Weights will be declared on Monday, August 15, 1892, Acceptances must ,be made to the Secretary not later than 9 p.m.' on Wednesday, August 17,1892. E. 4- PAUL, Hon. See Whoevoraeeks to improve the domestic life of the people by increasing their dailj happiness is a philanthropist < indeed Such is the object arrived at in the pro duction of Warbcrton's Can't B Bbai BakuwPowde.k, Once tried »lw»ysw«d



Public No ile*. Rink de Varls "~T fTTHE ABOVE WILL BE CLOSED Until further notice. NOTICE. ALL accounts owing to the under sitrned are requested to be paid to John Hioos by the 20th iast., after T'hich legal proceedings will be taken for their recovery. _ B*B4 JAMES CRAIQIE. i THRILLING STORIES. I Of Missionary Work and Adventure, BY 11EV. pEORGE -DROWN, D.D., F.R.G.S., General Secretary Aus tralasian Wesleyan Missions, &c. Oddfellows' Hall, WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 17, 1892, AT 8 P.M. Lantern Illustrations of Scenery and Missionary Incidents in NEW BRITAIN, NEW GUINEA, etc. etc.... Collection for Mission Funds. 8§79 , .. Richard T. Booth, ORATOR AND REFORMER, WILL CONDUCT A. Gospel Temperance Mission in the ODDFELLOWS' HALL, Ashburton. This is a j UNITED EFFORT Of the Churches and Temperance Socie ties to redeem Abhburton from the DRINK TRAFFIC. Subjects: Monday,.August 15 ... Story of my Life Tuesday, August 16 ... Grand Reform Wednesday, August 17 ... No Meeting Thursday, August 18 ... Moderate Drinking WESLEYAN CHURCH. Friday, August 19 ... Woman ODDFELLOWS' HALL. Saturday,.August 20, and to continue in that Hail until further notice. A UNITED CHOIR, - Conducted by Mr Lake, will sing at each meeting. 8§92 EVENING CLASSES ENGLISH, Latin, French, and Greek. Classics, Mathematics, Book-keep ing, etc. Candidates coached for Matricu lation and Civil Service. MUSI C.—Pianoforte and Singing Classes. For terms, etc., apply D. JONkb, Catholic School. FRIEDLaNDErT BROS. FOR PRIVATE SALE. 1236 Acre Farm AT WAKANUI. MESSRS FRIEDLANDER BROS, are instructed to sell by private treaty the Farm occupied by Mrs Martha Gibson, either in one Lot or subdivided into Five Lots ranging from 100. TO 393 ACRES, as shown on plans. Intending purchasers will please com-, municate with us, when full particulars as to conditions and terms can be obtained. 50 FRIEDLANDER BROS. "~~FURS. FURS- FURS. UNRESERVED SALE OP AUSTRA LIAN AND FOREIGN run Rues At the ORANGE HALL, on SATURDAY, AUGUST 20, at 1 p.m. MESSRS FRIEDLANDER BROS, have received instructions to sell by publiciauction as above,—- , i A valuable consignment of Native and Foreign Rugs, manufactured by S. R. Clark, the Premier Furrier of Australia,' comprising -Carriage .and Railway Rugs, Wallabi, Kansraroo, Grey Possum, Boas, Muffs, Sets, Coseys, Victorias, 'Pelerines, Capes; and one special line heavy all back Grey Possum Rugs. High class Diplomas and Medals have been received by Mr Clark from Canada; Amsterdam, London, and the Australian Colonies, and two Gold Medals from the Victoria Exhibition. On view Thursday and, Friday, afternoon and- evening. R. FRIEDLANDER, 8*95 Auctioneer. i , S.MAirailtfti «fc Co., LIMITED BREWERS OF THE I FAVOURITE CHRTSTCHURCH SPARKLING PALE & BITTER ME& TO BE OBTAINED Kf HOGSHEADS, BARRELS AND KILDERKINS, at pHRISTCHUROH BREWERY AND or Mb HJ ZANDER, ASHBURTON ON DRAUGHT AT THE SOMERSET HOTEL, j ASHBURTON. THE TINWALD HOTEL, TINWALD *NS RAILWAY HOT;ELi WINdLOW



The Best Tea IN THE WORLD. Hysl jp^Tceylon. NINIAN HYSLOP, and CO., Tea Importers, 138 Cashel street, Chiistchurch. R. E. Dowle, "THE TIMES TAILOR," HAS just received the latest novelties m TWEEDS, COATINGS, WORSTED TROUSERINGS, COYBKT COATINGS, Etc Before ordering a Summer Suit give me a call, Greatest assortment, m the town to choose from, ATEST STYLUS IN EVERY DEPART " , ' MENT.' Note Addbis*. - Opposite Mr Bullock's Office. ARCADE. T^OTICE is hereby given m pursuance 131 of the >'Public Reserves Act, 1886," that the Acihburton Domain will be set apart for the Adiburton Football Club's Match on SATURDAY, August 20th inst, on which day CHARGES WILL BE MADE FOR ADMISSION thereto on the following scale, viz :~r , ■ For each Adult ,„ ... One Shilling For each Horse .... . One Shilling For each Trap ... ... One Shilling .'..,: R. BIRD Chairman Ashburton Domain Board. August io, im,