MAIL NOTICES.

Mails close for the following places as under, subject to the necessary alterations :— WEDNESDAY, June 22 For Northern Ports, per Takapuna, at 1 J.SJO p.m. ; late fee letters, express train, at U. 55 p.m. THURSDAY, June 23. For South America, United Kingdom, and Continent of Europe, &c., per E. M. S. lonio, as follows :—Ordinary letters, books, and news- [ papers, at 6.30 a.m. This mail is due in London on August 2, 1892. For Northern Ports and Greymoutn, per Herald, at 6.'30 v.iv. For Northern ports per Waihora at 3.15 p.im. FRIDAY, June 24. For United Kingdom, Continent of Europe via Brindisi, India, China, Japan, &c, and also for Australian colonies, per express (to connect with Tarawera at Port Chalmers), at 153.30 p.m. ; late fee letters, guard's van express, at 12.55 p.m. TUESDAY, June 21. For Westporb (direct), per Oahu, at it G'SO p.m } late fee letters, van express van, 6.55 p.m.

The Juvenile Burglars.

(per press association.)

Wellington, June 21. Two children, one nine und the other twelve, were convicted this morning of breaking into a house on Sunday while the residents were absent, and stealing a number of sovereigns and other articles. Tne Bench commended on the recent revelations of juvenile depravity, and while sentencing the culprits to the Industrial School, ordered the elder one to receive a sound whipping.

BAPTIST CHURCH.

BAZAAR m THE TOWN HALL.

This morning, the bazaar held by the members of the Ashburton Baptist Church, in the old Town Hall—(kindly lent for the occasion by Mi Bairstow, cabinet maker, who has for some time been occupying the auditorium of the old hall as a snow room)—was formally opened by the Mayor, Mr Hugo Friedlander. Not withstanding the early hour, eleven o'clock, and the fact that it was sale day, there was a pretty good attendance. His Worship in opening the bazaar said he was pleased to be there that mt iMing to open the Bazaar. It was rather an un expected honor to him when he was asked to do so, and he accepted it as a good sign of the times in New Zealand when people could could come together irrespective of their beliefs, as far as religion was con cerned, and try to help each other. This was made the more remarkable when they looked round and a»w what was transpir ing in a European country—a country claiming to be civilised and Christian, It was saddening to not* the persecution that a certain class of people had been sub jected to in so called civilised Russia, and when they in New Zealand, compared their free and happy condition with sach a country as that, they had great reason to consider themselves fortunate. The Bazaar which he was honored by being asked to open had been got up with the view of recognising to some extent the services of the pastor of the Church, Mr Sawle, who for eighteen months had labored without fee or reward. The young ladies of the congregation had been making a great effort to do something in this direction and the display of work they saw around them was the result. He hoped it would all find purchasers and net a handsome sum for the cause in which they were working. He fancied the attendance would have been very much larger had the opening taken place in the evening instead of at eleven o'clock, but he had no doubt the people of Ashburton would rally round them and make it a success. He now declared the Bazaar open (applause). The Rev. J. W. Sawle, Pastor of the Church, said they all felt very sttongly in regard to the conduct of the Russian Government towards the Jews, and a deep sympathy for the people who were suffering under a severe and un merited persecution. And that sympathy called up to their minds the great privi lege they themselves enjoyed in living in a country of freedom and sacred liberty. He heartily thanked His Worship for kindly opening the Bazaar for them that day. (Applause;. The iittie hall presented quite an at tractive appearance, It was beautifully decorated with evergreens, »nd the cor ners of the room were filled in with neat Sieces of Mr Bairstow's work. Mesdames blyer and k Good had charge of the refreshment table, where hearty and sub stantial good things were supplied at a figure to visitors. The poultry, dairy produce, and vegetable stall were under the management of Mrs Wildsmith, and many good things appeared on her boards. The toys were spread upon a tressle pre sided over by Miss Nellie Leggett, and among them were numerous tempting things for the young people. But the great table of the Bazaar was that carry ing the ladies' work, the resulb of many months of labor of the fair hands who had toiled to mike the undertaking a success. The disposal of the ladies' work was placed in the hands of Misses Wildsmith and Steele and Mrs Barrow. During the afternoon the organ was made use of by the many clever players that belong to the Baptist Church, as well as by friends from other congregations.

IRISH AFFAIRS.

THE ULSTER CONVENTION.

[per press association.]

London, June 19. The " Daily Chronicle " considers it ■would be folly to ignore the protests of the Convention, and suggests that Ulster should be exempted from the Home Rule scheme. The " Daily News" views the Con vention as the customary bluster of the opponents of Home Rule, and merely proving the assertive power of a minority. " The Times" says that it is a delusion to suppose that the Con vention is merely a Grand Lodge move ment, and it would be criminal folly to disregard the earnestness of the Ulster men* " The Standard " and " Post" have temperate but stirring articles on the subject. The following motions are to be pro posed at the Convention*: —By Sir William Ewart—" That Ulster adhere to the privileges of the Kingdom and Parliament;" by Dr. Lynd—"That Ulster will not accept the autonomy of Ireland if it is to be controlled by men responsible for crime and dis honesty, who are also the instruments of the Roman Catholic clergy." The third resolution will be "That dis order and bloodshed will be the result of the attempt of the Irish-Parlia ment to govern Ulster f the fourth, " That resistance to the Irish Parlia ment is not a mere side issue;" the fifth, " That an appeal be made to the Liberals to abandon Home Rule." Messrs Gladstone, Moiiey and the Liberal Press praige the moderation of the Ulster Convention. (Received June 21, 11.10 a.m.) London, June 20. Many Gladstonians were present at the opening of the Ulster Convention. They confess they were surprised at the depth of the antipathy to Home Rule shown by the people of Ulster.

THE ASH-BURTON GUARDIAN : TUESDAY, JUNE 21, 1892.



'-11l 3— ■ r-u *i'ness Notice •" "*••-:^*^rrj?qBgg«l ' ■ --i T - > ■ •.' • ' j ■ important to ladies. aLLJWOOL COLONIAL DRESS TWEEDS, AT SPECIAL PRICES. TO-DAY AND FOLLOWING DAYS; TJAVING PURCHASED UPWARDS OP THREE THOUSAND (3000) YARDS OB ALL WOOL COLONIAL DRESS TWEEDS ON VERY ADVANTAGEOUS TERMS we snail OFFER SAME to the Public, TO-DAY and ST<>lJLj%JvHtt4Ck DAYS, at SPECIAL PRICKS, as below. ; ; . : Lot I.—All Wool Colonial Dress Tweeds,.twenty-eight inches wide, usual pric 30s, special price 18** <fed for dress of twelve yards. Lot 2—All Wool Colonial Dresa Tweeds, forty-four inches wide, in Plain Colour* usual price 33s 3d, special price 3Os for dress of seven yarda. I,ot3—All Wool Colonial Dions Tweeds, forty-four inches wide, in a Great Variety of Choice *nd Exclusive Designs, usual price 3% 9d,||sfrtcial price 33tl titd, for dress of seveu yards. "'; ".' , rkady-max>e cloxhiino sEoikoiv; 97 Men's All Wool Colonial Tweed Suits, usual price 49s 6d, special price 3«»O«leach. ' - r A 73 Men's All Wool Colonial Tweed Overcoats, without capes, usual 'price 38s jld and 49s 6d, special prices 35s and 35m Od each. . ■* - 47 Youth's Long Trouser Suits, usual prices 20s to 29s 6d. special «rie#» O« lid and Os lid each. . i t~ *««>* 112 Par lof Men's til-wool Colonial Tweed Trousers, usual price Us 6d, special price T^M 11<1 per pair. *^ 137, Pairs of Men's hevvy all wool Colonial Tweed Trousers, usual price 19s 6 special price 13m Od per pain ■ • v BLANKETS AlVr> FLANNELS In all the leading English and Colonial MA«s we are now selling ftttfSpem' Prices, which, on-comparison, will b« found to be from 20 to 25 per cent under the prices usualljrjcharg^ for similar and qualities. " l SHOPPINGBYPOST, V. By meatisjof he Parcels Post you can do your shopping by letter, arid though living in the most distant country district, you can have all tho advantages of purchasing at ourfEstablishment brought to you very door. LETTER ORDER 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 as when a personal visit is made. The Newest Fashions, the most Reliable Goods and popular^ Cheap Prices, are thus brought withiu the reach of all. . l ; ;. PLEASEJJNOTE—Goods sent in execution of Post Orders, if not approved, ■Jsan be returned. W. STRANGE AND CO.. DHRISTOHTJROH. Scott's Unrirallert Cookioir Ranfres ' LARGE bSIPMENT OF LAMPS! WORTH INSPECTION, IN BNDLESB VABIETY AT VERY LOW PRIGESJ John Orr and Co., EAST STREET, , DUCKS ff*n^ DUCKS rMARKET HOTJSE. S^jjl /* MARKET HOUSE vrri'm the apyroaching Shooting Season in view we h*ve 'just landed very VY assortment cf^ DOUBLB fi vm BreechMers withreboundinsLocks^ and l^^HS'^^oiSSS 1 ««d Loaders, Cloaers ai\4 IReoappers. Powder. Shot, .Caps, Vads, unn s Cartridge Cases, and att other requisites for the bport. w^iWare Tinware, Odf«n»f and inspeok our Stock. Crockery, Hardware^^WjJJ n £ r J3 Rr^hwa^e, etc. Groceries at Christehurch : prices For C^^" 16.^"^!; if * |o^ delivered in and Suburbs. Cuatomers^waited up-n Cor orders vested. Satisfoetion we mean to give,that is Qttr mosto. . » market House. ■5.:;4. V- ■■ t-*^ V KiIM "i'l:;^^ ]■ "-■■■ >fi*r.--$ x'j *' %



SALE NO? ON AT "The Corner." o GREY BLANKETS formerly 8s lid for 5s lid TT> EING TH E WHITE BLANKETS formerly 12a 9d for 10s 6d BALANCE FLANNELETTES... formerly 0s B|d for 0s 6d OP DREAM „ ... formerly 0s 6*d for 0s 4d MANUFACTURERS GLOVES formerly Is Od for 0s 6d ULSTERS & JACKETS, b a line at half price. ALL NEWEgT Wool Tarn o'Shanters formerly Is 6d for 0s 9d 3ORSETS, all sizes... formerly 4a<3dfor 2s lid OF Women's Boots, all sizes formerly 9s 6d for 6s lid Boys'FELT HATS ... formerly 2s 6^ for Is 6d LATEST FASHION DWEED TROUSERS formerly 10s 6d for 7s 6d BOUGHT Uot of Men'a MACINTOSHES, 40s. your pick for 10« at And many other Special lines. HEAVY DISCOUNT W. H. COLLIER. IMPORTANT NOTICE. GREAT Id II OF Drapery, Clothing, and Boots. COMMENCING THUBSDAY, JUNE 23. ANDREW" ORR fTTILL, on the above date, offer THE WHOLE OF HIS STOCK OF HIGH-CLASS DBAPERY, CLOTHING, and BOOTS. ALSO, THE WHOLE BOOT STOCK OF Messrs Edwards, Bennetts, & Co., WAREHOUSEMEN, CHRISTCHURCH, Vho are giving up that Department of their Business, bought at Large Discount off cost price. Q A.. ORR will also offer A SPECIAL LINE OF I 94^ PIECES Black and Colored FRENCH MERINOS at Is 6d and la lid, worth doubie the money. SALE.— Thursday, June 23 ANDREW ORR. rKACTICAL CSBK^HrMrbl EAST STREET, ASHBURTON UNDER THE MANAGBMENT^OF MR ANDREW BLACK. Bronze Medallist for Watchmaking, London, 1887. ' Certificated from the City and Guilds of London Institute. Certificated from the British Horological Institute, London. ?irs. Award of Merit as a Workman frcm the People's Palace Exhibition, Londo MR ANDREW BLACK was a student at the British Horological Institute md passed through all the different Branches, making two watches, one a key Tinder and one keyless ; he is therefore thoroughly competent to repair properly my watches that may be entrusted to him. He has noticed, while in the colony, that watches are very often entirely spoiled ihrough being entrusted for repair to men who lack the necessary training. No one jut a"practical man can understand how to repair a watch properly, and as there is 10 royal road to watchmaking, good teaching and years of practice are necessary oefore a man can (with truth) call himself a watchmaker. Anyone possessing » valuable watch cannot therefore be too careful to keep it out of tbe hands of un :rained men. \ll work will now be done personally by MR BLACK. Stopping and Troublesome Watches THOROUGHLY CURED. ——:o:— —- Chertsey, June 7,1892. Me Andbew Black, Ashburton. _ Dear Sir, —In reply to your enquiry about the watch lam now wearing, I always like to give " honor to whom honor is due," and I am glad to state that ever since you repaired the watch it has given perfect satisfaction. The watch is a Rotherham and a good one. I left it with two different watchmakers in Ashburton and one in Christchurch before taking it to you, but none of these gentlemen were able to repair it and make it go satisfactorily.—Yours truly, Nicholas Welsh. . |.  _ CARPETS. CARPETS. A. J. WHITE TS NOW SHOWING a Stock comprising upwards ofj 10,000 YARDS BRUSSELS Quality and Designs the Beat the World can prodttoe. ALSO,— A GRAND ASSORTMENT OB AXMINSTER, TAPESTRY, KIDDERMINSTER and: other makes. Rugs,;* Riats, etc., etc. PRICES GUARANTEED THE LOWEST. STEAM \i\Wi AID UPHOLSTERY TOE CHRISTCHURC&



J. T. FORD & CO., "VTEW ZEALAND WOOL STORES, IN (Late R. Wilkin and Co.), 154, Hereford Street, Christchtjrch. 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 and Tinwald Yards. Postal Address— ROBERT JEFF, Tinwald. J. T. FORD, 6+90 Auctioneer. ~~ £5 REWARD, THE above reward will be paid on con viction of anyone found trespassing with dogs or guns on the Riversdale Estate J. R^WILLIAMS, Manager. pREEH "T> R O S., ALFORD FOREST, Are prepared to supply Farmers, Con tractors, and others with any quantity of Fencing; Materials, viz:—Hetrt Posts, Heart Stakes, Sheep yard Rails, Straining Posts, and also Firewood. Delivery can be had at a very convenient place, or orders may be sent from Springburn Railway Station. Postal Address— Bushside. ZealsuidiaTioois. THE WINTBR having fairly set in, one of the most important questions discussed in every household is where can we obtain really GOOD BOOTS 1 The Public want Boots that will keep • out the damp, and that will wear well and re comfortable. All these qualifications can be obtained at moderate prices without any trouble or risk by purchasing nothing but the cele brated ZEALANDIA BRAND. These Grand Boots are sold > from Auckland to the Bluff, and the universal verdict is —the most satisfactory Boot in New Zealand, and the best value t The finest material and best workman ship are employed, and so confident are the Manufacturers of the sterling quality of these Boots that they actually guaran tee every pair bearing the Zealandia Brand to give good wear. Should any pair fail, the Retailor is authorised to adjust the claim of the purchaser. In addition to the every day lines, a large number of new lines has been especially manufactured for the Winter Trade Strong Farm Boots for Men and Women a Specialty, and attention is directed to the Splendid Stitched Water tight and Shooter Boots, very suitable and comfortable for country work. Boys', Girls', and Women's Boots of this Celebrated Brand in a great variety. Every pair is branded on the sole ZEALANDIA. This Brand has in the past been favorably known in the Ashburton District, and in future the public can obtain full supplies at Mr JT. Bishop's ZEALANDIA BOOT STORE, TANCRED STREET, ASHBURTON. 1 a ALE NOW ON AT THE ART NEEDLEWORK DEPOT SAUNDERS' BUILDINGS' T^TOVELTIES in Fancy Work for th< |t! present season. New Aprons, Pinafores, Dresses, Ladies and Children's Clothing, Infants I<ayettes. Madame Weigel's Fashion Journals an< Patterns always in stock. Orders taken now for Winter Socks aw Stockings, home knitted. MRS ADAMS, LAMES AND CHILDBEN'S DBAPEJ



G. Jesson. (Late J. Quinn), PRACTICAL WATCHMAKER AND JEWELLER. WATCHES cleaned and guaranteed twelve months 4s 6d . Clocks cleaned and guaranteed twelve months 2s 6d. Jewellery of every description repaired and made to order. Customers own gold made up. Gents' silver watches at 30s, Clocks from 4s 6d 4 Gold brooches from iss. Silver brooshes from 2s 6d. Spectacles to suit all sights at Is per pair. EAST STREET, ASHBURTON. CO Aft.! COAL! COAL! MOUNT SOMEKS GOAL. PORS A L E BY ALL COAL MERCHANTS, WHOLESALE BY HARRIS & KNIGHT. Office : WEST STREET. TO LET. SEVEN-ROOMED HOUSE, with 2|r ACRES LAND. Beach road. Apply, 3 102 J. C. DUNCAN. TAILORING FOR THE TIMES. R. E. lioWftfE, "THE TIMES" TAILOR, BTSGS to thank the Public of Ash burton and District for their liberal support during the last twelve months. Having met with so much success, he wishes to state that he is enabled to offer greater advantages than any Tailor in tho town. R.E.D. having served six years m one of the best Christchurch firms is himself % PRACTICAL TAILOR. R.E.D. not being mixed up with so many branches of trade, is consequently in a position to give his whole attention to TAILORING. PRICES for the TIMES. FIT and STYLE for the TIMES. QUALITY and WORKMANSHIP or the TIMES. Hundreds ot Patterns to choose from. THE AHCAfIE, Opposite Mr Bullock's Offlce.st Building timber at following prices in any quantity :— per 100 superficial ft Red Pine Scantling at 11s 6d Weather Boards at ... ... 10s White Pine, linflooring (seasoned) 13s 6d White Pine, £in Match-lining, do 10s DOORS & SASHES, CORRUGATED IRON and all necessaries for Building. FURNITURE, CROCKERY, FANCY GOODS, and Clegg's Perambulators, REDUCED PRICES PER CASH. James Baker, Opposite Harrison's Auction Rooms. 3 19?



O OLE AGENT for Lazarus' Patent System of Sight Testing and SPECTACLE THE ESTABLISHMENT FOR PURCHASING WEDDING PRESENTS, BIRTHDAY PRESENTS, PRESENTATION TESTIMONIALS. l'lic magnificent stock of E.P. Ware, Marble Clocks Gold Brooches, Engagement Rings, I And other High-class Jewellery will be found well worthy of inspection. WATCHMAKING and JEWELLERY REPAIRING in all their branches S. SALEK, WATCHMAKER, JEWELLER, and OCULIST'S OPTICIAN. • WE HAVE JUST LANDED exs.s. "Uceana, 1 ex VTC7II LlCmUli « « Doric," and s.s " Pkeha," direct from the Best Manufacturers a Splendid Lot of l¥ew Winter Goods, Comprising all the NEWEST DESIGNS in BEST QUALITY, BEST OF ENGLAND SUITINGS, REAL BANNOCKBURNS, WORSTED COAT INGS CHECKS, STRIPES, AND FANCY CHEVIOT SERGES, STRIPED WORSTED TROUSERINGS, FANCY WINTER VESTINGS, ETC. WE have also just opened a Choice Stock of the Best Colonial Goods including ASHBURTON, ROSLYN, MOSGIEL, KAIAPOI, and WELLINGTON TWEEDS IN NEW PATTERNS. A complete Stock of New Winter Hats, Caps, Shirts, Ties, Rugs, Blankets, Port manteaux, and Travelling Trunks, Overcoats, Waterproof Coats Umbrellas and Leggings. BOYS' and YOUTHS' JSEW WINTER SUITS in all s zes. MEN'S AND BOYS' BOOTss* and SIIOUS of EVERY DESCRIPTION Best English Hand-Sewn Goods (imported direct from the makers) and Reliable N.Z. Makes. §Hf> EVERY PAIR GUARANTEED to give GOOD WEAR. SPARROW FbERRYMAN TAILORS and OUTFITTERS, EAST STREET ASHBURTON.



T WILL HOLD MY NEXT J_ SKIN SALE ox FBIDAY. JUNE 24, 1892, And shall be glad to receive Entries for same. 6J122 D. THOMAS. DAVID THOMAS. I WILL OFFER AT THE ARCADE ON SATURDAY, JUNE 25, On account of a Southern Client, I O DRAUGHT MARES AND Ji* GELDINGS. For particulars see THURSDAY'S Mail. D. THOMAS, 6*121 Stock Salesman. TO BE LET—That Shop in East Street lately occupied by Mr Black. Watchmaker. Apply A. Ork, 6 126 ~~ ASHBURTON HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY. A SPECIAL General Meeting of Mem bers of above Society will be held in the Arcade Chambers on WEDNES DAY, June 2?, at 8 p.m. JNO. J. 0. QUANE, 5 128 Secretary. TENDERS. mENDERS Wanted for Cutting down JL and Clearing outside row of Pine Trees at Racecourse. Full particulars :rom Secretaky Ashburton Racing Club. 6J125 MR T. BULLOCK. TOWN SECTIONS FOR SALE. £30.-745, Peter Street East; capital 3ite ; good land. £35.-723, Wills Street. £35.—724, corner adjoining ; grand site For a house ; first-class land, £12 105.—70, Moore Street. £30.-857, Grey Street; nice site for cottage. £16 ]05.—1165, Cameron Street West. £37.-413, Moore Street j centrally lituated. £30.-243, Kermode Street; good land. £30.-256, Moore Street. TO LET—Cottage of four rooms; Rental, 4s 6d per week. FUNERAL NOTICE. THE Friends of Mr James O'Connor, of Chertsey, are respectfully in formed that the Funeral of their beloved daughter, Catherine, will move from the Ashburton Hospital TO-MORROW, the 22nd inst., at 10 o'clock, for the Roman Catholic Church. BAKER BROS., 6J127 Undertakers. "FOOT ZROT" TO BE ttlYE* AIT AY, TWENTY SAMPLE TINS OF Rickinan's FOOT ROT PAINT. TjIAR SUPERIOR TO ARSENIC, BLUESTONE, or BUTTER OF ANTIMONY. PREPARED ONLY BY €. ML Brooke, CHEMIST, ASHBURTON. JOHff <w. RESTEIiL, GRAIN & WOOL STORES, WEST STREET, ASHBURTON. GRAIN MERCHANT, SHIPPING, FINANCIAL & COMMISSION AGENT, &c. CASH PURCHASES, OF WHEAT, BARLEY, OATS, RYEGRASS SEED, etc. COMMODIOUS STORAGE AT CURRENT RATES. ALWAYS "ON SALE— Cornsacks, Woolpacks, Twine, Super phosphates, Pearl-Guano, General Farm and Station Stores, &c. Cape Barley, Grass, Clover, Turnip and other Seeds of the best quality, AT LOWEST CURRENT PRICES. AGENT FOR THE New Zealand Loan and Mercantile Agency Company, Ld.. Union Fire and Marine Insurance Company. . Howard's Digging Ploughs. Cooper's Sheep Dip. Sutherland's Manure, &c. JOHN Gr. SMBSXJEOLX., In conjunction with the CAMIIK AWKWCIf CO., *•!. JOHN R BLAND, Auctioneer. Auctioneers, Wool Brokers, Land and Financial Agents, &c, are prepared to transact Farm and Station Business on the most favorable terms. WOOL. WOOL. WOOL, | LIBERAL CASH ADVANCES MADE AGAINST ENSUING CLIPS. No Commission on Advances, and at the , LOWEST CURRENT RATES OF 1 INTEREST.



Important to Cyclists. — A good Safety Bicycle for £15 15s. Repairs and Cycle accessories ab exceptionally low rates at Saville's v Calliope ' Cycle Works, 110 Colombo street, Christ church Holloway's Ointment. — The great climatic variations which soldiers and sailors experience reader them liable to a variety oi diseases, the development of which ia favored by exposure and hardships—often, ; it is to be feared, by their own carelessness as well. Holloway's remedies afford a safe and easy means of cure for those constitu. tional and local maladies which are so fre quently engendered by residence in unhealthy climates and by incautious living. The ointment is a wonder fulhealing application ami cleanses the surface of foul sores and ulcers, soothes the throbbing and pain iv cases of inflammation, and checks the pro gress of skin diseases. The pills purify'the blood, cleanses the liver, and remove all poxious maUer from the systeir,