November 3. The Greymouth brigade with their new engine did grand work. Iwo lines of hose were run to the burning shaft, one being taken into the mine by way of the drive in charge of the firemen. The water supply was splendid. The men stuck to the work gamely, following fche fire in the drives, ably seconded by the mine men with their manual engines, until the volume of water began to have effect. It is not knowij how the fire started, but it is thought it began at the edge of 'the shaft where the pumping engines are stationed. The fire is now practically out. The damage cannot yet be estimated, but will be con siderable. The mine belongs to the Grey Valley Coal Company, and was bought by them from Joseph Taylor some years ago. The upper levels are well worked out, but the dip called Kimberley contains a most valuable seam of coal practically un worked. The manager takes immediate measures to ascertain the ..extent of the damage, and such other steps as may be found necessary to enable an early start to be made. Without doubt if it had r.ot been for the new engine of the Grey Fire Brigade the mine would be burning now and practically lost. Gkevmouth, November 2. The fire in the Coalpitheath mine will throw about ninety men out of work. Seventy were working in the mine yes terday. All the coal from this mine has for some lime been brought to the surface through the Brunner mine. The steam fire engine worked magnificently, throwing one stream down the shaft and another through the tunnel on the fiery mass. Later.' The fire is confined to the bottom of the shaft. The steam fire engine is ex pected to extinguish the fire shortlj. The damage is only trifling and will be re paired in a few day is. Too much praise cannot be given to the firemen and all connected with the engine in Greymouth. Work will be resumed to-morrow.

CRICKET.

The match yesterday afternoon was between sides chosen by the Captain and Vice Captain of ihe A.C.C. The attendance of spectators was very large, and a keen interest was taken in the game. When Lane's side, after making a very poor start, gradually overhauled their opponents the excitement became very intense, and when T. Sawle made the winning hit for his side with only one wicket to fall the applause from the oa lookers must have been heard some dis tance away. Lane, the newly elected captain, was applauded as he went to the wicket, and a great shout went up when E. Andrews get his revenge by clean bowling him first ball. Lane, however, bowled particularly well. Denshire batted in splendid form and if he con tinues as he has commenced this season, his place in a representative team is certain should the Waitaki Association put one in the field. Mitchell's twenty five included two fives and a six ; with practice both he and Price will make good bats. T. Sawle was fielding in good btyle—the catch with which he disposed of his brother was a really good one. In the bowling Lane and Andrews were in good form, the latter doing especially well. Appended are the scores :— Vice-Captain's Side First Innings. ■— Cuthbertson b T, Sawle 0, Simpson c Mitchell b Lane 11, Black b Lane 13, T. Sawle b Mitchell 10, L. F. Andrewes b Lane 1, Booth b Lane 0, Denshire not out 28, Saunders b G. Andrews 1, Alcorn b Lane 3, E. Andrews b Lane 0, Salek c Price b Lane 0. Extras 5. Total 72. Second Innings.—Denshire c Sawle b Mitchell 12, Simpson c Lane b G. Andrews 7, L. F. Andrewes b G. Andrews 5, E. Andrews b T. Sawle 12, Cuthbert son b G. Andrews 1, Black b G. Andrews 8, Alcorn b T. Sawle 1, Saunders c and b T, feawle 0, Booth not out 4, J. Sawle c and b 1\ Sawle 4, Salek absent 0, Extras 5. Total 59. Captain's Side. First Innings. —Lane b E. Andrews 0, E. Price b E. Andrews 13, T. Saw;e not out 23, Fox b E. Andrews 3, Woodhouse run out 4, D. Price b Cuthbertson 1, Booth c and b Cuthbertson 1, Mitchell b Alcorn 25, Makeig b E. Andrews 0, G. Andrew* b Black 0, Morton cE. Andrews b Simpson 5. Extras 6. Total 81. Several of the members of tha Albion Club took advantage of the half-holiday to have some net practice. We notice that C. Davis is shaping very well with the bat this season. On Prince of Wales Birthday (next Wednesday), the Colonial C.C., Timaru, will play a match against the Ashburton second eleven, at Ashburton.

LATEST CABLE NEWS.

HOME AND FOREIGN.

ANDJOREIGN. [PKB PBJSSS .ASSOCIATION.] (Received November 3,10.20 &.m.) London, Novembbr 2. "" The Postmaster-General has de finitely refused to renew the San Francisco mail contract.

RAILWAY COLLISIONS.

The Scotch express travelling south wards came into collision with a goods train at Manor House siding, and all but two of the carriages were com pletely consumed by fire which broke out. It is known that eight persons were killed and eleven injured, and it is feared several others perished in the i flames. The sufferers were taken to Thirsk hospital. The accident occurred during a fog, when the train was running a mile a minute. Lords Tweeddale and Huntly, who were asleep in a Pullman car, had a narrow escape, Fifty persons were injured by a collision on the Mersey railway.

THE MEAT TRADE.

Mr WeddelPs party and a number of French war office officials lunched at Havre upon the Otarama's beef. They considered the meat and freezing arrangements aboard the Otarama were excellent, and the guests all expressed warm admiration. The officials will report to General Delarbre, member of the Superior Committee of War. Mr Weddell considers the beef is in capital condition as far as he has seen.

(Received November 3, 12.30 p.m.) *■' ' AFGHANISTAN. ' Calcutta, November 2. T-h,e Ameer is still acting in an evasive m^ner, and Lord Roberts' mission is not likely to start for three months.

AUSTRALIAN.

(Receive! November 3, 11.20 a.m.) NEW LEGISLATION. SYPNfiYi November 3. The Hew Postal Amendment Bill introduced into the Lower House pro vides for use of postal notes and pro hibits the carrying on of lotteries through the Post Office. The new- Marine Bill provides for the represen tali>n of engineers, officers and sea men on the Chamber of Commerce. THE BROKEN HILL STRIKE. ]ttoto&a Cathode Bi^ho]? of

Willcannia has appealed to the miners to declare the Broken Hill strike at an end. The money still in the hands of the Strike Committee will only support for a short time those unable to get work, i but if the strike is not terminated it it will be a gloomy outlook for wives and children. (Received November 3, 12.30 p.m.)' 2 SQENE IN PARLIAMENT. A scene occurred in Committee upon the Electoral Bill, recriminations arising between Mr Barton, Attorney 1 General, and Mr Rae, one of the labor members. The latter refused to obey the Chairman when called on to apolo gise, and was removed by the seargent at arms. Subeequently, however, he thought better of it and made the re quired apology. FINK'S FAILURE. Melbotjjrnk, November 3. Steps are being taken to set aside i the composition arranged by Fink with j a view of bringing about a liquidation ,of the estate, in order that the whole ;of the assets may be made available for distribution among the creditors. SURVEYORS' CONFERENCE. The Surveyors' Conference has passed a resolution that a board of examiners, consisting of not less than five members, should be appointed in each colony by the Governor, two members to be nominated by the pro fessional head of the Survey Depart ment and three by B the Institute of Surveyors.

SPORTING

V.R.C. SPRING MEETING.

THE MELBOURNE CUP. [per press association.] Melbourne, November 2. The New Zealand jockey, Thomas, was to hare ridden Glenloth in the Cup, but left Carmody's employ on Monday morning. Glenloth's owner, Urquhart, a milkman of Fitzroy, did not back him. The "Argus" gives Glenloth's start ing price at 50 to 1 ; the '' Age " returns ie at 33 to 1. (The " Argus " quotations govern starting price wagers.—Ed) , (Received November 3, noon). Melbourne, November 3. Tirailleur, it turns out, fractured his shoulder when he stumbled in the Cup race but Allen entertains hopes of bring ing him round. Porsea's injury was con fined to a straining of the muscles, whilst Pilot Boy got nothing worse than a severe shaking. Camoola's saddle split in half during the race.

RICCARTON NOTES.

Christchukch, November 3. No very important work was done at Riccarton this morning. St Hippo, 1 Crackshot, Merrie England, Boulanger, •Strephon, Rosefeldt and The Dreamer were given quiet exercise. Crown Jewel covered a mile fast, and Wyvern and Awarua Rose also put in some fast work. Several of the two-year-olds were spurted.

POLITICAL.

. * PER PRESS ASSOCIATION. Auckland, November 2. NATIVE LAND TEGISLATION. A letter has been addressed to the Pre mier by Mr W. L. Rees, M.H.R., urging that as so large a subject as native land legislation cannot be dealt with in the ordinary session of Parliament, a speciai session should be held in February or March next to consider the question. He points outjthe important interests depend ing upon the settlement of ihe native lands.

THE ASHBURTOJN fItTARnIAN: THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 1893.



, |TOMORRO W, FRIDAY. &$& it 11 o'clock sharp. M JR ALFRED HARRISON,; in structed by Mr C. Truckle, who hag disposed of his business, will-WSell by Public Auction, on the premises, the Prince Albert Boarding Houss, the whole of the FURNITURE AND EFFECTS Contained in 14 Bedrooms, 2 Sitting Rooms, and 1 Dining Room, viz., Single and Double Bedsteads and Bedding, Wash Stands and Ware, Carpets, Pictures, Crockery, Cut lery, Looking Glasses, Mangle, three Couches, three dozen Chairs, twenty-fire Tables, Kitchen Utensils, etc. Also, — 100 POT PLAJSTS» all varieties. The above Goods are all in good order and must be absolutely cleared Without Reserve, ALFRED HARRISON, 10§219 Auctioneer. Public Notices QOUTH Rakaia Working Men's Money O Club. A special general meeting will be held in the Club room on SATUR DAY, November 5. 11 21 R. J, GEE, Secretary. ASHBURTON BOROUGH COUNCIL. "pENDBRS are invited for the supply A of Timber, Totara and Red Pine. Particulars may be seen at the Town Clerk's office where tenders are to be de livered before noon on MONDAY, the 7th inst. CHAS. E. FOOKST Torn Clerk. Ashburton, October 14, 1892. 11 23



U.S.S. CO. j LJT «J.3.8.CC. UNION STEAMSHIP COMPANY OF NEW ZEALAND. STEAMERS SAIL from LYTTEL TON AS UNDER: For Wellington—Monday, Tuesday, Wed nesday, Thursday, sud Saturday. Nelson—Tuesday and Saturday. Auckland —Thursday. Sydney—Every Second Thursday. Dunedin—Tuesday and Friday. Melbourne —Tuesday. Excursion Season commenced on November 1. Reduced fares over all the Company's lines. For particulars apply to MILES & CO. Agents for Ishburton. School Concert. IN AID OF ° THE PRIZE FUND, be given in the ODDFELLOWS' HALL, I ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 8. An excellent programme has been pre pared, consisting of Glees and Tableaux by the School children, Solos and Part Songs by leading Amateurs who have kindly promised to assist, Recitations and Orchestral Selections, also selection on the Hand Bells by Mr Mars^en's Company. A dmission : 2s and Is, children half price. Ticket holders will be admitted at 7.15. Doors open at 7-30 p.m., com mence at 8 p.m. ]1 6



Stop Drinking-. " I can't " are two little words seldom" used by a man who drinks ; to use them he thinks is j*n evidence of weakness, and so we wonder why, when he quits, he doesn't stay quit;. If we knew all, our wonder would be, with that terrible craving at his vitals, he is able to resist even for a short time—a craving on which will-power, moral suasion, the pledge, self-respect, have no effect whatever, and which until recently has been an insur mountable bar to reform in thousands upon thousands of cases. But the time has come when that craving can^ be stopped ! Sure. Just as sure as it is possible to cure a cold. The appetite can be destroyed ; the man placed back, so far as drinking is concerned, just where he was before he acquired the habit. The cure does not destroy the will, but the appetite. So he will have to learn to drink all over again, and the effort will be so great that if he is worth saving he won't make it. R. T. Booth's Golden Remedy No. 1 destroys the drink appetite. R. T. Booth's Golden Remedy No. 2 is the best brain and nerve tonic on th s earth. At all chemists and storekeepers -(Advt). 10*16



COLBMANE AND So X jfUCALYPTK Ex tract is the only genuine in the market, and was a warded medals and diplomas at Sydney, Melbourne, and Adelaide, beating all competitors. For all affections of the Chest and Lungs, Consumption, Asthma, Coughs, Colds, Gravel, and Kidney Com plaints, ib has no equal. Agents— SHBUBTON PXUG CoMI ANY.



NEW ZEALAND GOVERNMENT RAILWAYS. LEASES OF REFRESHMENT ROOMS. Head Office, Wellington, October 28, 1892. SEPARATE WRITTEN TENDERS will be recsived at this office up to NOON of MONDAY, November 21, for LEASING THE REFRESHMENT ROOMS at Auckland, Mercer, Wai pukurau, Aramoho, Halcombe, Palmer stcn North, Kaitoke, Christ-church, Ash burton, Timaru, Oamaru, Palmerston South, and Dunedin for a period of THREE years from January 1, 1893. Specifications and forms of Tender may be obtained at the Railway Managers' Offices at Auckland, JNapier, Wellington, Wanganui, Christchurch> Danedin, and Invercargill, or at the stations named. Tenders are to be addressed to the New Zealand Railway Commissioners, Wel lington, and marked outside, " Tender for Leasing Refreshment Rooms," Telegraphic tenders will not be received; and no tender will necessarily be accepted. By order of the Commissioners, ' E. G. PILOHER, 11 §17 " Secretary.



OWING to the REDUCTION in the PKICE of FLOUR, the PRICE of the 4-lb LOAF will, after this date be £s£d cash, and O£d booked. BRYANT & ROBERTS. W- POLLOCK. P. HAXRAHAN, 11 26 c\nm\AM* week. ALTERATION OF DATE OF *tock Sale at Tin wald. THE next Sale of Live Stock will be held at TINWALD YARI>S ON Monday, Ufov. 7, D. THOMAS, J OHN (r. RES FELL (in conjunction with the N.Z. L. and M.A. Co., Ld.) MILES & 00. FRIEDLANDER BROS, I ' p OR~SALE.—OoinniodiQUs Dwellirg Plenty of water, quarter acre, and i shelter trees. Apply, W. W. Waitb or T. Bullock^ _Zl_£ NEW ZEALAND WESLTtYAN HOME ■ MISSIONS. ANNUAL Meeting THURSDAY, November 3, 8 p.m., in Primitive Methodist Church. Speakers, Revs. J. N. Buttle, W. Tinsley and circuit Ministers, Collection for Mission funds,



TENDERS. TEN DEBS wanted for erection of Wesleyan Church at Greenstreet, (alternative for labor only). Plans etc., to be seen at Mr Kilworth's, to whom tenders are to be sent not later than 5 p.m., TUESDAY, Novsmber $, iH TSHBURTOH FOOTBALL CLUB< -prrRST A J)INNKR AND SMOKE CONCERT, is not restricted to members. Mr D. Thomas, Vice-president wiU pyeside. Tickets from any member of Committee. A, A, FOOKS, v g Q Captain,



FARMERS THIS IS A WEIGHTY MATTER, a \ ' ' M "* ":^^^^^^^**^fy^*^^Tff?i_H^l^E¥__^B^_— _BB__EF^ «<f^ _ ASP NEEDS W^HATK ATTJBNTION. ~MK ALFRED HARRISON iyiß T. BULLOCK.



FOR yALE—Four acres near the County Saleyards ; would make a capital paddock for farmers living at a distance, and sending stock to the yards for sale. I'OR SALE at a,4ow price and en easy . terms, an improved farm of 441 acre?, J with all improvements, and well watered. Also a farm of 450 acres. MONEY.—To Lend on approved Freehold Securi fy. Two special sums of £250, and £800. TO LET.—Dwelling House ot five rooms near the Woollen Factory. I have several Totsn Properties sale at low prices and on liberal terms Full particulars on application. T. BULLOCK. Estate Agent.



CONCERT. XN aid of Widow and Family of LATE ROBERT JOHNSTONE. ODDFELLOWS HALL. HAMPSTEAD KINDERSPIEL AND CONCERT. Admission, One Shilling. Doors open at 7.30. Concert at 8. Ticket holders admitted by side door at 7.15 10t202 Alford Estate. WE have several Blocks of Land on this Estate for sale on easy terms of payment. For particulars apply to T. BULLOCK, Or MILES AND CO., 11* Ashburton and Rakaia.



LAWEENCE, ARTISTIC PHOTOGRAPHERS (By Special Appointment to His Ex cellency the Governor.) "DEG to announce to their Friends and the Public that the following: REDUC TIONS are made till Christmas CABINETS L2sperdoz, CARTES DE VISITE 7s6d „ „ Or a LARGE PHOTOGRAPH pre sented with a dozen cabinets for 15s. 10 19 NEW SEEDS. NEW SEEDS. AS the whirl ot time has ushered in Busy Spring, SEALY & CO- Are prepared to supply the wants of tluir numerous Patrons WITH SEEDS for SPRING SOWING Which have just come t-i hand. CLOVERS, TURNIPS, MANGOLDS, CARROTS, RAPE. WE HAVE ALSO FOR SALE AT LOWEST RATES, Oockstoot, Ryegrass, Golden Ta^es. Early Snowdrop, Beauty of Bath, Ameri can Alpha, Snowfljke, and other EARLY POTATOES. GARDEN AND FLOWER SEEDS In endless variety, from that well-known London house, CARTER & Co. EMPTY TANKS FOR SALE, new patent j. sealT & co.



Oaten Sheaf Cbaff T HAVE FOR SALE, PRIVATELY, A LARGE LINE OF GOOD QUALITY OATEN SHEAF CHAFF'S AT PRICES CONSIDERABLY REDUCED, Also,— 3RUSRED OATS, BRAN SHARPS, ETC. John «. Restell.



TJ^BRNS, Fuchsias, Palms, Cinerarias, Calceolarias; Tricolor, Zonale, and Ivy leaved Pelargoniums ; Deutzias, Azaleas, Begonias. Heaths, UameMas, HeHotropas, etc., to be seen blooming in my window. For sale from 9d each upwards, J. T H. O M A. », PRODUCE DEALER, Haveloek Street. TEA WAEEHOUSE. TTAYIISG removed to New Premises, Cheap Sale will be continued in first brick shop, two doors from old qtup, round Coli^e^'s. Corftevn 11. M. i arson, TANCREI) BTREE^. October 19,1892^



W. H. COLLIER, ASHBDETON. Premises to be Rebuilt! CLEARING SALE BEGARDLESS OF COSTI POINTS marked from 6s 6d doss to 3s lid doz Qalateas marked from 6s doz to 3s lid doz Black Cashmeres marked from Is lid, 2s 6d, 3s 3d, 3s 6d, to Is 3d, Is 6d Is lid, 2s 6d per yard Shirtings marked from 7s 6d to 3s lid doz Table Damasks marked from Is 6d to 10£ d per yard Ladies' Ribbed Hose from lOd to 6d per pair Sash Ribbons 3d per yard Ladies' Garibaldis marked from 5s 6d to 2s lid Gents' Print Shirts (with collars) marked from 4a 6d to 2s lid Gents' Ribbed Cotton Pants marked from 2s 6d to Is 6d per pair Tweed Trousers marked from 9s to 63 lid per pair Boys' Knicker Suits 3s 6d ; about quarter usual price. Leather Boots, Kid Boots and Shoes all reduced, _____ , Stock must be sold—Premises coming down. TEEMS—CASE ONLY.



MANUKBS. NOW IN STOCK AND FOR SALE IN LARGE OR SMALL QUANTITIES. Anglo-Continental High-Class Superphosphate. The Certified Analysis of this made by Dr Voelcker and Sons at time of shipment gave the splendid result of 38.31 per cent of Soluble Phosphate. Bone Dust For mixing with Superphosphate, or for use alone. Chesterfield Guano. Where Land is sour-or devoid of Lime, a dressing will have an excellent enecf, and beneficial results will soon be shown. We are in a position to offer these Manures at prices within the reach of every Farmer, SPECIAL QUOTATIONS FOR LARGE QUANTITIES. Wool. Wool Wool. SALES FOR THE SEASON 1892-3. ASHBURTON—DECEMBER 8, JANUARY 23, FEBRUARY 13. LIBERAL CASH ADVANCES made on all Clips consigned to us for Sale locally, or for Shipment to our London House. WOOjLiPACKS, TWINE, Etc., supplied promptly at Lowest Prices. Our Stores are well Lighted and Commodious ; specially adapt ad for the Display of WOOL, and are connected with Railway Siding. Account Sales are promptly rendered. Ul Lots will be valued by an Expert prior to Sale, and Vendors' interests carefully protected. " MILES & CO., * ASHBURTON AND RAKAIA,



Wool. Wool. Wool. DAVID THOMAS TS MAKING CASH ADVANCES ON THE ENSUING CLIP, FREE OF COMMISSION. PERIODICAL SALES HELD THROUGHOUT THE SEASON, THE FIRST BEING EARLY IN DECEMBER. A LL WOOL placed in my hands for Sale will receive every care and A. attention. My Stores and the Arcade are unsurpassed for the display of all lots, both being especially built for the purpose. Any wool not sold will be delivered into the trucks, absolutely without charge to the vendor. DAVID THOMAS, Stock and Station Agent, ASHBURTON. Turnip, Rape, & Clover Seeds. MY SEASON'S SUPPLY of the above has just arrived per s.s. "Matanftm,' 1 from the Celebrated Seedhouse of MESSRS KURST AND SON, LONDON, AND I AM PREPARED TO SUPPLY FARMERS AT LOWEST RATES, compatible with good quality.



MANUKES ARTIFICIAL AND CHEMICAL A S I have been appointed Sole Agent for Ashburfcon for the NEW ZEALAND PROVISION AND PRODUCE COMPANY'S '.MANURES, I shall be pleased to receive Orders for BUPBBPHOSPHATB, BONE DUST, OR ANY OTHER FERTILIZER MANUFACTURED BY THE COMPANY! SUPItRPHOBP HA^-"£5 ton 0" trucks at Belfast; D. THOMAS, SOLF. AGENT FOR] ASHBURTONjJ



JUST OPENED. TWENTY-FOUK DOZEN LADIES' A"D GEWTS 1 STANLEY SHOES AT 2g 6d per palr> —ALSO BATHING TRUNKS. BOYS 6d, YOUTHS Bd, MEN'S 9», and Is. —ALSO BATHING COSTUMES.



WILLIAM SPARROW:, (Late of the firm of Sparrow and Berryma.n), Tailor and Outfitter, I AM DETERMINED TO DO THE Tailoring Trade of the Town And'to'enable me to do this I have decided to charge Prices that have>ever been " heard of in Ashburton} Come and See for Yourself. NEWESI Tweeds, Coatings, & Fancy Suitings. NOTE THE ADDRESS : &S* ThelShop between J. Scaly and Co.'s ana H. C. Segers. EAST STREET, ASHBURTON. 8 2CO



Important to Farmers and Shearers. RED, BLACK, AND BLUE TATTOO BRANDING OIL, LAMPBLACK, AND RADDLE. 8.8.A. SHEEP SHEARST~B.B.A. SHEEP SHEARS. TURKEY STONES. TURKEY STONFS. 1 KC\ Drums of Boiled an. d K*w Linseed Oil. Also, Castor, Colza, Neatfifoot i. O\J Valvoline, Lubricating Oils. TIMBER. TIMBER. TIMBER Every description of Building Materials at Lowest Possible Pi foes. BIRCH TIMBER AT §8 0(1 PER lOOft, Newcastle, Westport, Mount Somers, and Malvern Goal. W. H. Collins & Co., MERCHANTS AND IMPORTERS. AGENTS FOR| Gr^y v a ii ey Coal Company



MITCHELL and 'TURNER'S NEW SHOW BOOM NOW OPEN. INSPECTION INVITED. • BHOVELTIEI IN THREE-QUARTER CLOAKS* DUST CLOAKS, JACKETS,! FEATHERS and FLOWERS UNDER CLOTHING CHOICE^STOCK OF DRESSES IN COTTON AND JWOOL FABRICS. TANOBBD STRUETJ ASMBUBTON.