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Houa-s of Parliaments He said he wished he could do so with more pleasure and better heart. They looked to Par liament to preserve their libertiesand art their prosperity, and he hoped the day was not far distant when they would le able to do so with a more confident feel ing. With the toast he coupled the names of Mr C. W. Purnell and Mi James Brown. , .  , Mr Purnell spoke with admiration of the Legislative Council for the fair and impartial manner in which they dealt with injures thafc came before them, but thought the Lower House was falling lowe? and lower in public estimation and ifcwas now the Upper House had to loak to for the P"^ 8*1™0* their rights and liberties. He hoped the neoDle would rouse themselves and free thT^er House from the demagogues nd political adventurers who now in 6Mr*Brown did not agree with the opinions expressed by the last; speaker. Ie failed to see that the countryjras m the state that had been ;Jmoc^M asssfsgsfe the House of **VTW*at»tiv<*, dated Wellington, July 17, MM:- "D"JL* r ' -Will you be so good as to express on my behalf to the gentlemen £»""* ■£ regret that I am not able to be present to tssist in doing honor to sp worthy a fellow-townsman, so useful a «*»%™* so upright a business man as myfriend, Mr Hugo Frisdlander; and to that gentleman himself my hearty congratu lations on the well-deserved honor y,u are showing him, and my best wishes for a safe andjleasant voyage and ajgeedy return.-lours very sincerely, Wm. J. Steward." Letters of apology were also read from Messrs C J. Harper, Peter Gunniiwham (Christchurch), Duncan Cameron (Springfield), E. S. Coster (Rakaia), H. Kohn (Ohrisjchurch), W, H. Bailer (Inspector, Bank of New ZeaUnd), D. McLaren(St. Andrews), 0. T Dudley (Christchurch), David Morrow (Christ church), C. E. Fooks (Town Clerk), Wm. Baxter (County Engineer), W. Chisnall (Hinds), Wm. Power (Methyen), John Harrison, Thomas Scaly, David Zander, and Henry Davis. The several writers made most complimentary references to Mr Friedlander's public services and the benefit the district had derived from the large business done by his firm and the up right manner in which it had been con- The* Chairman then gave the toast of the evening-*'Our Guest, Mr Hugo Friedlander." He said that it was over twenty years since Mr Friedlander came to Ashburton first, and started business on the site of the present offices of the firm. Ihao* that locality was all tussocks, and Messrs Fri«dland«r Brothers wore among the first to erect substantial build ings. The longer he had known Mr Hugo Friedlander the mora he respected him. He was a most energetic fousinees man and his offices were always thronged with numbers of their many clients* who all had attention. That large business was not sufficient for Mr Friedlander, and he engaged in public matters. It w»s on account of hw public services that Mr Friedlander wa» entertained that night. He had served on the old Road Board for a short term, and was a very energetic member; but on the County Council he had served a long time, and had taken a prominent part in all the important busi ness of that body and was on most of the principal committees. Still that was not sufficient lor his capacity for work on be half Of Hie place which he had made his home, and he entered the Borough Council. He began by contesting the mayoralty, and won one of the hardest contested elections there had been. He took office without any previous experi ence of Council work, but it made no difference to him. And it must be re membered that to diwharge the duties of the Mayoral chair was not then the easy job it is now. There was strong opposi tion to the chair then, but by courtsey, firmnessand fairness to all parties, Mayor Friedlander overcame the opposition, and thereafter things went on better. Some of the most important works the Borough had undertaken were carried out dur ing Mr Friedlander's term of office, the chief among them being the outfall drain—which was a far larger affair than most people had any idea of—and the water supply. The value of these works* was not appreciated at the present day, when people did not know what it was to bo without them. It was to make the drain the overdraft was incurred, and as Mr Friedlander was in the chair when the overdraft was incurred he was also in the chair when ie was materially reduced. The town was in a good position, and he vindicated the action of the Mayor (Mr Friedlander) in reducing the over draft. Mr Friedlander had been absent from the Council for a time, when he went on a trip Home. The duties of mhyor were very extensive, and if done well took up a great deal of time. Mr Friedlander had given an hour every day to attendance at the Borough Chambers to do Council work. He was fortunate in having capable officers,which made the work easier. Mr Friedlander persisted until he obtained Crown grants of all the reserves the Rorpugh was entitled to, sp,me of which had not previously been vested m the Borough, and might not have been granted yet but for his energy. Ifc would soon be fourteen years since tf»e B J OTOU*k was proclaimed, and Mr Friedlander had bean Mayor for more than one fourth of that time. The relations between the Borough and the County Council had been aenerally amicable, especially in regard te transactions connected with the water supply. Mr Friedlander had taken great interest in all Questions for the good of the district, He was loyal and public spirited, and his business oapacity was limitless. He (the Chairman) was glad to see so many farmers present, showing that they appreciated the value of Mr Friedlander's connection with the district as a large buyer of produce. He heard from commercial travellers and other business people who visited the towirthat tifero tsino'ijUide Ijke Afbburtori, and they had Mr Friedlander much to thank for that. He was also well-known be yond the district, being often a large buyer at Christch^gh, Timaru ancl even Qataaru. fWedlander on fetff Of tW W^ting a safe journey home 4nd back., and fchat |c wouldnot be long aW When he returned ho wou^ act a hearty welcome bftck.. They bad never ftftd suoh a toast before, Wd b« proposed, it pleasure and confidence.. This gathering reflected gib^t credit on the people of Ashburton, and he called oa them to drink " God pneed on the YQV&ge and a safe return to |fr Hugo friedlantier." The toast was drunk with the utmost enthusiasm. Mr H. A, Gates sang the following songf written for the occasion :— THE HUB, Ttme-Tit WlUow, In the midst of the plains there squats a wee the Hub, the Hub, the Hub; For a town of its inches it has gained some renown, H*»the«ubj Deservedly proud of its ample Domain— The love-making ground of young maiden and «wain — It's there you muat go lost health to regain, In the Hub

And it« water supply flows fully aad free, And it wimples along down each street, as you »cc, Qt t^e Hub;

, It runs past the pubs—doomed by Isett and and Go,— There are six of these cribs, and if they must go Thirsty souls, they muat think it is playing down low On the Hub. I And Councillors nine guide the public affairs of this Hub, But the Councillors' guidance—that care is the Mayor's, of this Hub. He managed that guidance with wonderful craft. Though often by Dr and David sore chaffed, He stuck to his game, squashed the big over draft, of the Hub. And now he's for off to the old Vaterland, From the Hub, The God speeds we give him at once and off hand, of the Hub, God's blessings on him and bis kinder und frau. May his life be as long as Methuslau's from now, And we hope no O.D. will the new Mayor allow,, for the Hub.

Mr Friedlahder on rising to reply was received with round After round of cheer ing. He said he would rather be Mayor for ten years than address that gathering, n sponding to their kind toast. He would far rather work hard, but he returned them his heartfelt thanks. As in the past so it would in the future be for him a pleasure to do anything for them or the colony. He «»ve a humorous account of the first time he was in Ashburton, when he spent his last shilling there in passing fcnrough on his way to join his brothers at Temuka. He first came out to Victoria, where in a hurry to make money gold* mining he lost his little fortune. He then had to look out foi another place to make his living, and landed in New Zealand on Queen's Birthday, 1870. It was, con trary to the general rule, a fine day when he landed at Lyttelton, and lie took that as a good omen. After some vicissitudes he reached Temuka. He entered the late Mr Mendelson's establishment, and was soon sent to an up-country branch in which he was given a share. He afterwards was taken into the Temuka business, but after a while a difference of opinion oc curred which seenitd to show that he might be a good master but a bad serve At, and he started on his own account at the Rangitata. He was there stuck up and robbed, and not caring to run the risk of losing his money in that way he made up with his old boss, and was with him till he (Mr Friedlander) started in Ashbur ton. The first man he met at Ashburton was their present chairman. He thought then that Ashburton was not a bad plac<>, and he thought the same still. He hoped he had done his duty as a citizen. He thought it was his duty to do what he could for the place which afforded him a living, and desired to take no credit for doing so. Mr Friedlander referred at some length to the exception the Guardian had taken to the reduction of the overdraft in a *' hsroicft' manner, and contended that in doing so he had carried out the wishes of the majority of the ratepayers, as expressed through their representatives in the Council. He disclaimed any personal credit for che operation further than carrying out the wishes of the Council in the matter. He was very pleased to see his old fiiend, Mr Williamson, in the chair, and thanked him for the very kind things he had said. He .would always consider it part of his duty, if he came safe back, to do as he had done in the past. He took the attendance as a great compliment. It showed that the Tittle work one did was appreciated. He had done it with good heart, and he thanked them most sincerely for their kind wishes. (Applause.) Other toast were "The Navy, Army and Volunteers," proposed by Councillor David Thomas, and responded to by Adjutant Fooks ar.d Captain Sparrow; "The County Council, proposed bj Councillor John Orr, and responded to by Mr W. C. Walker, Chairman, and Messrs John Grigq and James Brown, members of the Council; " The Borough Council," proposed by Mr Walker, and responded to by Councillors Bird, Cuth bertson and Thomas; "The Agricul tural and Pastoral Interests," proposed by Dr. Tweed, and responded to by iW«BSsrs J. Grigg and G. W. Leadley ; "The Mercantile and Financial Interests," proposed by Mr James Brown and responded to by Messrs G. Jameson, Ludwig JBergh, John Orr and A. H. Shury; *' The Learned Professions," proposed by Mr J. E. Buchanan and responded to by the Very Rev. Father Chastagnon, Dr. Trevor and Mr R. M, Cuthbertson : " The Chairman," proposed by Councillor Paul; "The Vice-Chairman, '* proposed by Mr M. Stitt; " The Ladies," proposed by Mr HV Zander and responded to by Councillor Bird, and Messrs C. Haft and A. A. Fooks ; " }rrem" proposed by Mr R. Friedlander and responded to by Councillor Paul and Mr Bisset (the latter taking occasion to main tain that the opinion of the Guardian with reference to the reduction of the overdraft was that of the majority); and "The Host, Mr John Henry," pro posed by the Chairman (who paid o- very high but weU'd^seryed compliment to Mr Henry and his family and assistants on the style in''which' the banquet had been served and all the arrangements carried out) and responded tQ by Mr Frank Henry. The speakers without cx c ption gave thejr tribute of respect and admiration to the excellent qualities dis played by the guest; of the evening in his public, business, and private life. We regret that ye have not space to give some of the speeches th,at were made, wliich were in the best spirit and taste— except that some of tne speakers dis regarded the guest's, request that politics should be avoided. Songs were given by Messrs Brooke, Flower, Gates, S. Brown and D. Thomas, and the evening passed most pleasantly.

The Sydenham Licen sing Cases.

JUDGMENT AGAINST TBE C^ ■■■_■*. MITTEE. His Honor Mr Justice in the appeal against the decisjon of the Sydenham Licencing Committee closing the remaining three hotels in the district, gave judgment to-clay against t^g Qojn miti§© Wh*)\ jogto, 1 ~ ' *.*I!.SS ASSOCIATION], Chpistchubch, July 20. \ Judgment vas c'tj'iyered this morning in the Syftatam Licensing case. His Honor Mr J ustic i Denniston, in a very lengthy and elaborate judgment, reviewed the whole facts of the case, pointing out that the matter to be decided was whether the Committee could be said to have dealt with the applications in a strictly judicial manner/ His Honor said : — ■' Their Chairman remains head of the Prohibi! ion League and editor of their journal, and in a letter to the public journals rejoices in the consequences of the election, one of which admittedly is the closing of all Hcjnsed houses in the district. The Chairman also attends as an opponent a meeting called to sympa th'Bs with those whom he has judicially deprived^of licenses." After referring to the affidavits and the fact that the Court was entitled to interfere when the Oomni'tje acts non-judicially the judgment proceeded as follows :— " Having to answer the question as to the action of the Committee J«kji»nwer in only oneway. I think

the circumstances show chat the majority of the Committee have been unible to bring a judicial mind to thf consideration , of the question—have, in fact, decided on what have been called prohib tion lines and without due consideration of the actual requirements of the district. 1 think, therefore, the plaintiff is c titled t r> a writ of te'titrjuri to bring up and quash the certificate. 1 do not see how, in the view I have taker, T can do other than order the costs of the pc( edings to be paid by those members ■ ( the Committee who have appeared to o>po: c the motion." Mr Caygill obtaim d leave to appeal. ' ,

THE ASHBtJRTON GTTAKDIAN : WEDNESDAY, JULY 20, 1898.



SAVED »r THE;;FIRE. SALE „ 6" AT ■ O i TT7E ARE OFFERING a larg», quantity of Heavy Drew Cloth* (ptiocMy f f .Greys and Maroons) formerly U2d per yard lor 7fd per yard? Lflnes requiring a good useful Dress or School Dresses for their Girls should see thii list, A line of Gent* 1 White Shirts, all sites, formerly 5s 6d, for 3s 9d. Ladies' Ulsters, this season's shapes, formerly 18s 6d, for 7s 6d. Men's Heavy Tweed Trousers (striped) formerly 10s 9d, forts lid. T The above are all Wanhoueemen'a clearing line*, and cannot be replaced ttftdeff the regular prioea. : ALTHOUGH ALL OTTR GOODS ARE NEW AND FRRSH, never n&nm left tub during vat latrfAl,=>• They are OfTered at Prices to Compete wllb Damaflred Ooods. W. H. COLLIER. ;. GRB3AT SALV"AGm#4j|^ • r-.z■'■'.:>.■?- ov • n:;^, v^- ■ DRAPEKY. SLIGHTLY DAMAGED BYjREMOVAL AND WAT^SR. COMMENC^G FRIDAY, AT TEN O'CLOCK, At •--' .-'.■■' 8. W. Alcorn & Co.'s. IMMENSE SUCCESS of; .'..." -. ■ - ANDREW ORES C HE AP SALE OF . -.: . ■ , - :. ■:- Drapery, Clothing, and Boots. |EVERIfONE PLEASED WITH THE BARGAINS. THE WHOJUE BOOT STOU^C Off ! lHe§9rs Edwards, Bennetts, A Co., CHRISTORURCH. I.S BEING SLAUGHTERED ATA SACRIFICE. BLACK2AND COLORED FRENCH MERINOS AT Is 4<l, Is 6d, Is 9d, la 1W "WORTH DOUBLE THE MOISEY ILADIES'BOOTS FROM 4a PER PAJR. A LLdC LASSES OF GOODS GREATLY REDUC|E^D ANDREW ORR S ROBERT MURRAY* /flßjl Watcb and Clock Xa^ » MAKER. '•'.•!■■ GOTJ> AND SILVERSMITH, OPTIOIANJ *o ■ ■■ o ii '' ■ ' "'•'■"" .■"""' ALWAYS IN STOCK, A VERY LARGE AND VARIED ASSORTMENT OP WATCHES, JEWELLERY, PLATE, CLOCKS OPTICAL OOODS,^* . Specimens of Work on view in Shop Window. EAST STREEtT^SHBUBTON. : t PROMPT ATTENTION GIVEN TO pUtfTRY ORDER* POST OR TELEGRAPH. SATISFACTION.. 7 ; ; .  •.-V .^ T\URING the last twelre months we have been compelled to Enlarge »nd ICxtead 1 J our Premises THREE TIMES in order to meet the denuuids of OUg LARiK AND INCREASING BUSINESS. Thw speaks for iteeU, and ptoTM thai Customers appreciate the inducements we give, viz :t- BEST FIT- BEST STOCK BEST WORKMANSHIP AMD BEST VALUE SPARROW &~fiERRYMAI[ TAILORS and OUTFITTERS, FAST STREET, AJSHBURTON.)



Special Purchase t A Warehouseman's Stock ,- OF EMBROIDERIES. All New Patterns 6,730 Yards AT LESS THAN COST All Fresh and Glean. Figured Black Silk Velvets 1 4s lid 280 Yards [«• « All at is lid os od . Mitchell and Turner, TANCRED STREET,



(Stephens Bros., Market House. WE BKG to di'iw Special Attention to our TEAS, -v'licli we have just Imported direct from the Tea Growers' Association, m 1 will, ire think, compare for Quality with any Teas in the Market. Ceylon, In li in and China. Tip Top Value at the LOWJSST PRICE. ALSO, IN STOCK AND TO LAND- Plough Shares, Horns by's and Ransoms' and Sims' Plough Chains, Trace Chains, Plough Lines, Gorse Knives, Gorse Grubbers, and Mattocks, Spades, Forks, Hay Knives, and Bluestone. K&ROSKNE Must clear at Cost to make room for further shipments. Very Finest Quality. LAMPS and Lamp Fittings all Reduced in price to clear before end of the season GUNS, GUNS. Balance of Season's Stock. Now is your chanoe. Selling at Englishprices. CROCKERY. CROCKERY.-The beat selection to choose from. Just landed from the Home Potteries. Bought specially. All new patterns. Our own selecting. TOWN CUSTOMERS waited upon for Orders. Country Orders specially attended to, • ■ . rar WE GUARANTEE TO GIVE SATISFACTION. That is our Motto. STEPHENS BIROS, Market House.



IMPORTANT TO LADIES. , . i ■ o aUi WOOL COLONIAL DRESS TWEEDS,? AT SPECIAL PRICES. ; TO-DAY AND FOLLOWING DAYS TTAVING PURCHASED UPWARDS OP TKBEE THOUSAND (3000) YARDS OF ALL WOOL COLONIAL DRESS TWEEDS ON VERY ADVANTAGEOUS TERMS smII OFFER *AME to the Public, TO-DAY abb .FOULOWINCI DAYS, at SPECIAL PRICES, as below. Lot I.—All Wool Colonial. Dress Tweeds, twenty-oight inches wide, usual pric 30s, special price 18» <scl for dress of twelve yards. Lot 2—All Wool Colonial Dress Tweeds, fotty-four inches wide, \n Plain Colours usual price 33s 3d, special prioe 3Os for dress of seven yar-ds. t<ot3—All Wool Colonial Dress Tweeds, forty-four inches wide, in a Great Variety of Choice and Exclusive Designs, usual prtce~33f 9d, special price S3s«Od for dress of seveu yards, READY-MADE CLOTHING SECTION. 97 Men's All Wool Colonial Tweed Suits, usual price 49s 6d, special price 3£Ss Od each. 73 Men's All Wool Colonial Tweed Overcoat?, without capes, usual price 36s 6d and 49s 6d, special prices 35s and 35tD Q<i each. 47 Youth's Long Trouser Suits, usual prices 20s to 29s 6d, special pricey Q» lid and O« lid each. 112 Pa r of Men's all-wool Colonial Tweed Trousers, usual price Us od, special price T l* 11<1 per pair. 137 Pairs of Men's heavy all wool Colonial Tweed Trousers, usual price I9s 0 special price l&H Odl per pair. BLANKETS AND FLANNELS In all the leading English and Colonial Makes we are now selling ab'Specia Prices, which, on comparison, will be found to be from 20 £6 25 per cent under the prices usuallyjcharged for similar^makes and qualities. SHOPPING BY POST. By means of j he Parcels Post you can do your shopping by letter, and though living in the most distant country district:, yon can have all tho advantages of purchasing at'our Establishment brought to you very door. >'■■'■ LETTER OBDER DEPARTMENT! The^Lettei^Order Department is now under careful management, and with 'confidence we can guarantee the same prices and attention to orders when sent by letter aa when a personal visit is made. The Newest Fashions, the most Reliable Goods and popular^ Cheap Prices, are thus brought within the reach of all. PLEASE^NOTE—Goods sent in execution of Post Orders,"if net approved, can be returned. W. STRAOT AND CO.. <3b;bistosttbok.



Zealandia Boots. SELDOM EQUALLED. NEVER EXCELLED, , **\* _ . ... ■ ■■" 4\Jt ' ' J BISHOP'S ZEALANDIA BOOT STOKE, TANCRED STREET, THE steadily increasing demand for the above Brand shows they are still as popular as ever with the , Ashburton public. A LARGE STOCK ALWAYS ON HAND. BOOTS to suit everybody at Lowest Possible Prices. PLEASE NOTE NEW ADDRESS— J BISHOP'S ZEALANDIA BOOT STORE, . TANURED STREET. J. BROCKELBaNK, Manager.



NOTICE. FIREt FIREt! FIRE HAVING secured part of Mr W. C. Davis's premises at the cornar, my Business will be temporarily carried on there pending erection of new premises. , All Goods will be sold at reduced prices to olear. New Stock to arrive ex Tainui, now in port My Workshop not having been de stroyed work will be carried ow there as usual. Orders can be left at either work shop in old place or at Business Premises, Davis's Corner, , . All work will be attended to with promptitude, 7*68 3. W. HARDLEY. " LAZAKUS' ~" OATtfNT SYSTEM OF SIGHT L TESTING AND SPECTACLE^ SOLE AGENT FOR ASHBURTON, Watchmaker and Jeweller. The. case of Tests and Lenses were in Mr Salek's fire proof safe at the time of the fire, AND ARE NUT DESTROYED. He is, prepared as hitherto to Correctly Test and Fit anyone with | LAZARUS' "SPECIALITE" SPECTACLES, Anew system of Measuring:, Adjusting and Ensuring Perfect Vision/ 7*99



TREES. TREES, TBEES, James Porter, The well-known Nurseryman of so many years' standing, ALLENTON, ASHBURTON, HAS now on Sale ready for Planting, at Greatly Reduced Prices, consisting of— Apples, Pears, Plums, Cherries, Peaches, Apricots, Nectarines, Quinces. Many of the above are new sorts which I have imported from America and England at considerable expense. Others which I have proved by long experience to be uusuitftble for cultivation, I have dis carded. MY APPLE TREES are all twice grafted an the Northern Spy and Winter Majetin Stocks, which h«ve been proved beyond all doubt to be blight proof. Those in want of good, clean, well-grown Fruit Trees can rely on getting good value for their money. I have about 150,000 Cupressus Macro-1 car pa, one and two years old. All have been twice cut under, and should give every satisfaction to those about to plant. Also, —Thousands of Forest Trees, Pinus Insignia, cue and two years old, Silver Birch, Abies Menziesii, Abies Douglassii, Wnite Spruce. Also, a grand line of the Best Gooseberries ani Currants in cultivation. * Ornamental Trees and Shrubs ; also Rosas \n great variety. 1 hay? i\\e. largest and most complete olleotiou of Chrysanthemums in New Zealand, All orders shall receive my prompt attention. Catalogues on application. Orders may be left at W. C, Davib\ East Street. 7t2T



F. Clark, HAIRDRESSER and TOBACCONIST, HAS re-opened in Shop hitherto occupied by Professor Robottom, East Street, Ashburton, with a complete stock of Tobacconist's Goods. The | HAIRDRESSING DEPARTMENT under the supervision of Mr James Purchase, sd well and favorably known in the ;trad«. f*jft i



mENDERS are invited till 4 p.m., of X MONDAY, the 25th inst., for tha ERECTION OF PREMISES for the New Zealand Clothing Factory. Plans and specifications to be seen at j the Temporary Premises of the JSew Zea land Clothing Factory, where Tenders, , sealed and marked "Tender," mnst be sent as above. JAMES HISLOP, 7 112 Architect, Dunedin. "pro FARMERS, THRESHING MACHINE PROPRIETORS, AND OTHERS. MR HUGO FRIEDLANDER, while in Europe, will be glad to look after any Business entrusted to him. MR FRIEDLANDER leaves on JULY 21, and will be pleased to see Clients before his departure with reference to the above.



HOLDERS of SCRIP of the Somer set Masonic Hall are requested to produce it to the undersigned, on or before AUGUST 4th NEXT, with a view to adjustment. After that dace no further scrip will be recognised. H. A. VESTY, 17 Secretary. ~~RE JOHN BOYLE DECEASED. ALL claims against the late John Boyle, of Valetta, must be st once sent to the Executors, care of E. G. Crisp, , Solicitor, Ashburton. Claims not sent in BEFORW August 13 next, WILL NOT be recognised. Dated the 19th day of July, 1892. E. G. CRISP, 7 130 Solicitor. £25 Reward. THE above reward will be paid by the Ashburton .Borough Council to any person who will furnish evidence that will convict the person or persons who mali ciously tampered with the water supply on the night of the sth inst., daring the fire in East Street. By order. C. E. FOOKS, Town Clerk. Ashburton, July 19,1892. 7 132



TO LET. mENDERS are invited for the Lease L for two years of about 14 Acres at Trevorton, being part of R.S. 6607, fronting the River and Trevor's Road. Tenders close on SATURDAY, July 23. The highest or any tender not necessarily accepted. F T. BULLOCK, 7§llo Estate Agent.



TO LET.— Cottage on the Alford Forest Road, at present occupied by Mr Thomas Painter. Possession on Monday, 18th inst. TO LET—Cottage of four rooms just off the Wakanui Road; rental 4s per week.



MR T. BULLOOK. LONGBEACH DISTRICT. TTIOR SALE—An Improved Farm of ±} 262 Acres, originally part of the Celebrated Longbeach Estate. It was a very early selection, being part of R.S.s 6800, 6807, 8343, 17176, and others. It is in good heart, not having been cropped for a number of years. Price—£l2 10s per acre. Easy Terms of Payment, Apply to T. BULLOCK Estate Agent.



! William Wilson died at Christchurch hospital yesterday from the effects of falling down the steps of a hotel dive on Saturday.



NEW ZEALAND LOAN AND MERCANTILE AGENCY CQM^ANY. CLEARING SALE TIMBER MERCHANT'? STOCK. THUKSDAY, JIJkY 28, 1892. THE N. 2. LOAN. & MERCANTILE AGENCY CO. have received in structions from Mr John d. ResteJJ- '* con thence Qf the Xfosolutfe* o { partnetship onh«Jafc»fi^ o f Moss'and Restell, to oeil by Public Auction on the Premises i in West street, — ALL THE STOCK OF A TIMBER MERCHANT, Consisting of Red and White Pine, Boards and Scantlings, Flooring, Lining, Mouldings, Architraves, Rough and Dressed Kauri, well seasoned, kept under cover, and in great variety o! sizes; Roofing Iron, Doors, Sashes, &c, &c. Also, The unexpired terra of I ease of Premises with Buildings thereon. Drays, Traps, Harness, and a krge quantity of Sundries. This is an opportunity that rarely occurs. Builders, farmers, and the general public will find it to their ad vantage to attend this sale. Sale to commence 11 a.m, N.Z. LOAN & MERCANTILE AGENCY CO. ! J, R. BLAND, 75137 Auctioneer!



Important Sale HIGHLY IMPROVED AND VALUABLE FARMS AJ_ WAKANUI, MESSRS FRIEDLANDER BRO& instructed by Mbs Martha Gibson, will sell by Public Auction on .Saturday, August 6, 1892, at* Two p.m., in the ORANGE HALL, Burnett street, Ashburton, all her Freehold Property, consisting of abo«t 1936 Acres of some of the richest land in the well known WAKANUf DISTRI T. The Property will be ofifer«d in one Block, and, if not sold, in suitable Farms ranging from 100 to 393 acres, I OR THEREABOUTS, AS FOLLOW :— LOT I —About 900 Acres, all in gra«s. LOT 2—About 100 Acres, will be in wheat. LOT 3—About 232 Acres, 82 acres in wheat, 3§ acres in oats, balance in grass, on which is erected Cottage, Stable, and Dairy. LOT 4-rAbout 393 Acres, all in grass. LOT o—About 311 Acres, Homestead Block, with Building, Orchard, &o. Persons desirous of obtaining a really first-class Farm should visit the property, as it is not often &uoh » favorable opportunity to acquire one offers. Lithographed plans in course, of preparation. Terais and conditions at Sale. P. FRIEDLANDER, 7 1H Auctioneer.



| FUNERAL NOTICE. rii3E friends of Messrs Chapman Bros., _L of Willowby, are respectfully in formed that the Funeral of their late father Thomas Gregory Chapman will move from his residence, Willowby, on THURSDAY the 21st inst. at eleven o'clock, for the Ashburton Cemetery. BAKER BROS., 7 134 Undertakers.



TjpOß thfi transaction of General JD Banking Business this Bank will openatRAKAIA on THURSDAY, 14th July instant, and, thereafter, once a week, on each succeeding Thursday. For the Bank of Sew South Wales, W ft. Rhlnd INSPECTOR. Christchurch, July 11,189-. 7 76



THE FIRE. James McGregor HAS RE-OPENED IN SHOP AND SALOON NEXT DOOR TO FORMER PREMISES, ORE'S BUILDINGS, EAST STREET. TOBACCONIST, HAIRDRESSER, ETC SPECIAL NOTICE —The Damaged part of the Stock, consisting of Fipes, .Tobacco, Cigars, Brurhes, Toilet-Re quisites, Walking-Sticks, Pocket-Cutlery, etc., FOR SALE AT ANY PRICE THAT CAN BE OBTAINED. 7 49 sank or AMjmTu mm Established 1817. Incorporated by Act of Council as a Bank ot Issue, Discount, Deposit, and Exchange. Authorised Capital £3,000,000. Paid-up Capital £1,250,000. Reserve Fund £990,000.



Kink J>e Paris. mHURSDAY and MONDAY EVEN- A INOS. SATUUDAY AFTER NOONS for l&dies and children 6d, skates Free. Brass Band every Thursday Even ing. SATUKDAY, JULY 23. At 11 a.m. TNTEjSDING purchasers are reminded _L that the sale of Mas W. Robbrts' property, Cox street, will take placn at the Arcade on the above date and time as previously advertised. T. BULLOCK, 7 138 Auctioneer