the land was surveyed and became ready for the ballot. Each member of the as sociation had an equal right to ballot for the priority of choice of sections. There being the same number of sections in the block as there were members of the as sociation, the result was that each man could be sure of securing a section. The moment the balloting was over, they ceased to be an association, and the settlers became tenants of the Crown in the same way as other lessees. They received their leases direct from the Crown under the Land Act, and they had to comply with all conditions accordingly. So that the moment the ballot was com pleted the association no longer existed. The advantages members of associations received were these: That when a block was allotted to them it ensuied to each individual memb«r a section of land. No one outside his association could compete with him at the ballot box. He (Mr McKenzie) could assure them that they were going to have a lot of first-rate settlers under that system. He could supply his hearers with a great deal of information and particulars in reference to the settlement during last year, but as he had so many other subjects to deal with that evening time would not per mit. However, the Crown lands report when printed would show that settlement was steadily progressing. He had no hesitation in saying that when in a few years the settlers he had referred to got fairly to work they would give a good account of themselves, and the good work they were doing would be proved by the in creased producing power of the colony. VILLAGE SETTLEMENTS. Mr McKonzie then dwelt at great length on the village settlement scheme, inaugurated by Mr Ballance six yeans ago, abandoned by the Atkinson administra tion, and taken up again by tbe present Government. Statistics were largely quoted, and the speaker dismissed this question by saying that under the Ballance system of village settlements 36fl householders had been placed upon 8284 acres of land, an area, by the way, that a good many people would consider not sufficient for them to hold in one estate- It should be borne in mind that those 368 people were all marred men bringing up families—and Burely we should not grudge them that small area of land in New Zea land. Another system which he hoped to see bear good fruit was one which he was new initiating himself. That was THE IMPROVED FARM SYSTEM. He might say that that scheme had met with the hearty approval of the late Premier before his death. In fact it was one of the last things he had consulted him upon. For that purpose he had set aside blocks of land in various parts ot the colony. The mode of working this new system was as follows:—On a certain area of the land, say one-third or one fourth of each block, the Government were to fell and burn the bush, and make decent roads to open up the land. When that was done, the men who were em ployed to do the work of clearing, etc., would be allowed to select land for home steads for themselves on the then im proved block, The cost of the improve ments would be adedd to the original value of the land, and selectors would be asked to pay four per cent, interest to the Government on the total cost. This would enable the industrious and careful men who are selected for the work to acquire homes for themselves, and also to obtain employment in improving the land which they would afterwards take up. They could then be supplied with one yew's work in improving the next block co as to give them a start. Provision could then be made to introduce a further number of men, nho would be given the same advantages for another year, and so on until the whole block was improved. While he did not claim to be the origi nator of th« scheme, he claimed to have put it into practical shape and on its trial, and he hoped to see it turn out a success No lavish expenditure, however, should be indulged.in, but great caution was necessary in making an experiment of that sort, so that it might be all the more likely to prove a success financially as well as a success from a settlement stand point. Another measure which he had introduced last session, and which had passed both Houses, was the LAND FOR SETTLEMENTS ACT. This was passed to enable the Govern ment to procure, for small settlement land in already settled districts wherever there might be an urgent demand for land He was already accused of not having created any settlement under this Act, and even by papers of " the right colour." Well, the Act only came into operation in October last, and he im mediately took steps to acquire lands under it, in districts where land was moat required for settlement. A large number of properties had been offered in some parts of the colony, but for the most part either in unsuitable localities or at too high a price, and if he failed to come to terms with the proprietors he would ask Parliament for power to take the properties by arbitration. DUMMYISM. There was one subject he would like to refer to as showing the difficulties a Minister for Lands had to contend with. He referred to dummyisra, the task of checking which had been a very difficult one, the reason being those whom he had to fight against were, generally speaking, people holding a high social position. A great deal had been said against him m regard to his actions on this question, but nothing people could say would prevent him carrying out the laws of the country in an honest and straightforward manner. He would consider himself unworthy of the position he held if he did not see that the law was carefully and honestlygamed out, and he was going to do it- He found that the standard of social position in New Zealand was the amount of money a man has. If he is wealthy he can do wonderful things that a poor man can t. He had referred to the matter of Judge Conolly's remarks at Palmerston and need not repeat them here, but if some one had been before that judge for steal ing a loaf of bread he would have been aeverely punished, but tor tryins; to steal a few hundreds of acres of land he is treated as «< a white haired laddie. THE CHEVIOT PURCHASE. Another subject which no <Joubt they would be interested in in Ashburton, and on which a great difference of opinion exists, was the purchase of the Cheviot estate The action of the Government in* that transaction had to a certain extent been forced Upon tfam. Ij» the first place th«y had been compelled to protect the valuation of their assessors under the Land and Income Tax Act, and to prptect the revenue. They had been called upon by the trustees of that estate to reduce the valuation by £44,606", or else to take nver the property at the trustees valua- The action of the Government in that matter had been freely criticised. By a large number of people who knew the estate their action had been approved of ; by others it had been found great fault with, especially by those who knew nothing about it. One would imagine by what appeared in the Tory papers of the colony that tne GoveSeSt P had rushed blindfold into the purchase of Cheviot, and that they had Wd far to°" hig,h a Pricoi or SP property ;:bufc he could assure them the Government had taken every precaution before deciding in the matter, and that they had received full value for their money. That had had three separate valuations made of< the country. J.ne first was the valuation of the land tax | assessor. That value was objected to by the trustees, and the matter was accord ingly submitted to the Court of Reviewers. jbfy uf*eW Ww nation of the iftawov ■

and fixed the value at £304,826. Then the Government were called upon to take over the property or make a reduction of £44,606. The Government called upon Mr Marchant, the Chief Commissioner of Crown Lands, Canterbury, and Mr Smith, surveyor of the Nelson district, to go over the property and locate the areas of agricultural and pastoral land, and to submit a valuation to the Government of what they considered it was worth. Their valuation was £300,767, or £40,547 above the value at which the property had been offered to the Government. Not satis fied with that, the Government thought they should have a still further inde pendent valuation made, and they decided to ask Mr David M'Millan, of Canterbury, a man of high reputation as a valuer, to make this third valuation of the property. Mr M'Millan was a man who at one time represented a constituency in the New Zealand Parliament, <*nd at the present time held -several positions of trust to which he had been elected by his fellow settlers, and was well known in this district. (Hear, hear.) He was a practical farmer himself, and very few knew better the value of land. He was not a supporter of the present Government, but the Government selected him to make an independent valuation of the Cheviot estate. After going over the country carefully that gentleman reported fully to the Government. His valuation was £295,998, or £35,778 above the price at which the property had been offered to the Government. Thus it would be seen that the three separate valuations were within £8828 of e*ch other, which was a very small sum where so large a sum had to be reckoned. Under these circum stances the Government had no other option than to comply with the law and take over the estate, thereby protecting the revenue and at the same time securing j a magnificent block of land for settlement. He might say he (Mr M'Kenzie) himself had gone cwefully over the property — and he thought he knew bomething about the value of land—and he had no hesita tion in saying that the Government had made a Rood bargain in taking over the Cheviot estate. He was quita convinced, notwithstanding what might be said to the contrary, after his own inspection of the estate, that it would turn out a first rate speculation to the colony. Proof of that could be found in the fact that the property was afc present let and was yield ing a rental to the Government—part of it for six months and the rest for eleven months ; while the property was under going transition from a large estate into blocks of all sorts and sizes for small settlement. It was at the present time being; surveyed, roaded, and got ready for disposal, and notwithstanding the drawbacks of the short terms of the present leases, it would this year yield to the colony four per cent on the actual outlay; and by the time it was finally disposed of he had no hesitation in saying it would yield full interest on the money involved, and a fair percentage to cover all risks. He might naturally be asked the question: " what did the Government propose to do with the estate %" Well, at the present time they were having it surveyed into suitable sized sections, according to the nature of the country, ) and also getting it roaded for settlement. They hoped to put about 35,000 acres of it at least in the market about the begin ning of October next, and the balance in March next. His opinion was that when I they had it fairly on the market many Cheviots would be required to satisfy the demand that existed for land. Another matter which he thought would interest the people in this district was that of the AGRICULTURAL DEPARTMENT, The office of Minister for Agriculture he held in conjunction with his other port folios. That department had been estab lished first by the appointment of Mr Ritchie, the head of the Stock depart ment, as Under-Secretary for agriculture. Some fault had already been found with him for not having proceeded more rapidly with the building up of that department, but it was his opinion that the formation of that department should be gradual and proceeded with carefully. There should be no rushing into expense by the employment of an expensive staff of officers all at once. They should be careful to initiate only such branches of the department as would be useful to the farming community—and they had done so. The Government was in communica tion with other countries, with a view of obtaining all information possible in con nection with agriculture, and they had taken every means in their power to circulate throughout the colony amongst the farmers such information as they thought would be of service to them in connection with the improvement, man agement, and health of stock, &c. The question of protecting the health of our flocks and herds, horses, and other stock had been taken into consideration, and the Government had lately sent Home to England for two first-class veterinary surgeons, one to be stationed in the North Island and one Sonth, whose duty it would be to give every assistance to stock owners and farmers in conr ection with the health of their live stock. To nuke the Agricultural department a success it was absolutely necessary to proceed cautiously, and not incur heavy expenditure that would bring no quid pro quo in the shape of advantage to the agricultural and pas toral community. As time went on experience would show the proper course to pursue, and how best the department could be made use of in the in terests of the colony, and no effort would be spared in this direction. He hoped that if any of the settlers in the district could send any information likely to prove useful to the department they would do so. Some information that they could sand and might thiik of small value might turn out to be of use, and they would be very glad to reoeive it. the ruiußß. No doubt they would expect to hear something from him about the future, but time would not enable him to give them a financial statement, but he could shortly say that it was the intention of the present Government to carry on the policy of their late chief so far as they sould possibly do so. They did not in tend to borrow large sums of money—they intended to stick to the no-borrowing policy as laid down by their late chief. They did not intend to go on the London money market for more money. They hoped to lay before the House when it met a statement that would cqnvinGQ them the colony could be carried on without further borrowing. They would take a lesson from the present financial position of the Australian colonies, and their policy would be different. They did not intend to make any roads, bridges, or railways unless they would be of benefit to the colony. They were going to have no political railways, no political roads, and no political bridges. They intended to be self-reliant, and were determined as a Government when their term of ofhce came to an end (and tho people of New Zealand will want a change of course some time ; "we are bound to get unpopular ) they would not be able to say that they had not paid sufficient attention to the affairs of the country They were spend in* two millions of money annually to London for interest, which was as much as New Zealand could afford. This money was taken out cf the pockets of the settlers to give to people who live in the Mother Country. There had been considerable discussion in the public press and also amongst public men, about the propriety of charging a tax on j improvements. The Government hoped in a short time to do away with all taxa tion on improvements. They would re membes when the land tax was introduced j

they had to get a certain amount of reve nue. Now the Government would be able to tell exactly how much they would lose if they did away with the tax alto gether on improvements. This matter he noticed was referred to by Mr Seddon at the West Coast, and their Conservative friends immediately turned! t into this : that Mr JSeddon had stated that the whole of the taxation of the colony was to be placed on the land, but they have had to admit that sach was not the case. They intended to carry on as far as they pos sibly could the land policy on the same lines as during the last two and a half years. Mr McKenzie then referred to the native land question at some length as one of those matters which Govern ment would have to grapple with, and went on to speak of the fallacy of RAILWAY MANAGEMENT. It was not the intention of the Govern ment to abolish the Railway Commissioners, as many people imagined, but the Govern ment did think that one of the Commis sioners should have a seat in Parliament and be responsible to the House for the large expenditure of nearly three-quarters of a million of the taxpayers' money. Last year the House was asked to vote a lump sum of £714,914 for working railways, and the Commissioners overdrew that amount by £14,362, without one word of explanation as to how that money was to be expended, or what salaries were to be paid, &c. The Government, therafore, thought it advisable in the besc interests of the colony that one of the Commissioners at anyrate should have a seat in the House so as to be in a position to explain to the people in Parliament as to how those large sums of money were to be expended. This, he thought, could be effected without in any way interfering with the management, or bringing the railways under political control, as many people appeared to fear might be the case. He had no doubt the subject would be thoroughly discussed during the next session before any change was made. Another question of great importance they would have to attend to is that of LOCAL GOVERNMEM for. New Zealand. In some portions of the colony no doubt the system of local govern ment was very satisfactory but in others it was not so, but what shape the matter would take* he was not in a position to tell them, but he could say that the Government thought, and he thought also, they could reduce the number very largely of our local bodies in this colony by amalgamation and control by one local body in each district. j A great deal of friction could be avoided ' and a saving effected by that means. THE ELECTORAL BILL. Another measure which he had no doubt largely interested the people of Ashburton was the Electoral Bill introduced last ses sion, and, owing to a disagreement with the Upper House, abandoned. They intended to bring in the Bill again, with a provision for Female Franchise, for it was quite evi dent that the people of the Colony demanded it. Although he, personally, was not sure whether it would not be a leap in the dark, he could see that the people were pre pared for this big chauge, and that being the ease, it was the duty of the Govern ment to give effect to it. Before he sat down he would like to say on behalf of himself and his colleagues, that their object was to do the best they could for the interests of the Colony of New Zea land. They could not legislate for one class alone but must do so for the people as a whole. He thanked them for their patient hearing that night. He had come there at their invitation, and now placed himself un reservedly in their hands—that was to say, he would be glad to answer any questions they might care to put to him. QUESTIONS. In answer to one question as to whether a tenant temporarily paying rent to a landlord was debarred from taking up land under the perpetual lease, Mr McKenzie stated that would not interfere at all with a man taking up a lease. He was then asked if he would be prepared to receive a deputation of Vil lage Settlers. Mr McKenzie replied that he would be glad to do so, and as some might not be able to come in the morning on account of their work, he would be glad to reeeivs them that night. thaxtcs. Mr J. W. Sawle then begged to move a vote of thanks to the Honourable Minister for Lands for his address. He thought it had been plain and straightforward enough for everyone ; and he would be a poor man who could not understand the position. He believed in the principles advocated and presented by the Hon MrMcienzie. It was their duty to help to p use those who are down and place them in a better posi tion. Especially was it the duty of the Government to administer the law of the colony to the well being of all, and to take care of those who were unable to take care o! themselves. He thought it was the duty of the Government to endeavour to carry out those principles. He would also move a vote of confidence in the present Govern ment. Mr H. M. Jones, in seconding the motion stated that they were much indebted to Mr McKenzie for his exhaustive and luoid address. The policy of the Government was an able one and had been well carried out and no doubt those present that evening were anxious that they should have the opportunity of bringing their policy to a successful issue. The motion was then put and carried unanimously. Mr McKenzie in replying thanked them in well chosen words for the hearty manner in which they had carried the resolution stat ing that it was a great encouragement to a Government when they found that their actions were so well appreciated, He thanked them not only, for himself hut also on behalf of the Government.

CRICKET.

AUSTRALIANS t OXFORD UNI VERSITY. (Received June 2, 10.50 a.m.) London, June 1. In the match against Oxford Univer sity, the Australian 1? went in first, and were all disposed of for 200 runs.

On Thursday last a numerous party of parents and friends assembled in the Winchmore school on the occasion of the distribution of prizes to the children, Mr Miller, chairman of school committee, handed oat the books, giving with each a, few kindly words of encouragement, The dux prize, a very handsome ho.nd-.bag, the gift of Mrs Hart, went to Kate Rooney, who also gained Mrs Bland's prize for sewing. The chief prize takers were—S. 6, Kate Rooney 1. S. 5, Robina Miller 1, James Rooney 2, George Bland 3. 3; 4, Lizzie Bland 1, James Johnston 2, Angus Robert son 3, Samuel Green 4. S. 3, Sarah Green 1, Violet Bland 2, Alice Hewson 3, Ft. 2, Sylvia Corbitt 1, Thomas Sutfcon 2. S. 1, Emma Sutton 1, Mary Robertson 2. Infants—Ernie Bland 1, John O'Grady 2. John Corbitt 3. Two prizes were pre sented by Mrs J. S. Bland, one a '• Girls' Own Annual" went to Robina Miller, as a first prize in S. 5, and the other to the same scholar as a special prize for neatness. Mr D. Thomas' books went to James Bland for attendance and to Robert Johnston for general work. Other prizes for attendance were gained by Harriet Green, Ernie Bland, and Daniel Robertson, one for neatness by Violet Bland, and one for improvement by Kate Robertson.

TilE ASHBURTON GWIABDIAIN i FRIDAY, JUNE 2, 181)3.



Mr i. Bullock. __ ~~BATUBDAY, JUNE 10. ~~ TO FARMERS, DEALERS ANI OTHERS. An Improved farm of t«8 ACRE* 1«§. Conveniently situated close to the Tinwald County Saleyards. 400 ACRES 4OG LAGMHOR. MR T. BULLOCK has received in structions to sell by PubJu Auction at the Arcade on Saturday, Juni 10, at 11.30. AN IMPROVED FiRM OF 123 AORES 128 Conveniently situated close to the Tin- Tinwald County Saleyards, being part of R.S's. 17076, 20425, 20426. A portion of this fronts the Main South Road and Railway and the .other part fronts on Ford's Road. There is a comfortable Dwelling House, also stable, sheds and other buildings erected on the property, all surrounded by well grown plantations. Ifc is well situated very suitable for a family man, being close to a school. —ALSO -400 acru 400 UNIMPROVED LAGMHOR RUN. Being R.g's. 29510, 29511, 29512. Farmers owning heavy rich land in the Longbeach District are invited to inspect this, as a block of light land such as this should be very suitable to work with theirs. Further particulars on application. Terms at sale. Note time, 11.30 a.m. T. BULLOCK, 6*9 .Auctioneer. To-Morrow. SATUKDAyT JUNE 3. DESIRABLE RESIDENCE, CHARLES STREET, ALLENTON, Also, p i-ACRE SECTIONS p MR T. BULLOCK has received in structions from Mr Robt. Shiels (on account of hia removal to Timaru) to sell by public auction at the Arcade on the above date, his property at Allenton, being Lot 49, fronting Charles Street, containing about J-Acre, on which is erected a Com fortable Dwelling House of 4 Rooms and Scullery, detached Washhouse, and other improvements. { The grounds are nicely laid out and planted, the back portion of the Bection being laid off as an Orchard. Also— 2 BUILDING ALLOTMENTS, num bered 14 and 15, each containing 1 Rood 38 Perches, fronting James Street, fenced with stakes and wire. As Mb SurELS has made up his mind to dispose of these properties, intending pur chasers are invited to inspect and attend the Sale. Very liberal terms. Sale at 2 p.m. T. BULLOCK, 6}B Auctioneer, Entertainments ADDFELLOWS 1 HALL TWO GRAND CONCERTS, TO-NIGHT, FRIDA.Y, AND SATURDAY, By the World Renowned misses Allmi and Company Admission—3s, 2s, Is. Box Plan now open at H. Friedlander's, Doors open at 7.30, commencing at 8. 6 9 Public Notices. OF BEMOVAL. NOTICE is hereby given to my Clients and the Public, THAT I HAVE REMOVED TO THE PREMISES IN TANCRED STREET, Lately occupied by the Building Society, where I will in future conduct my busi- J ness. ' E. G. CRISP, Barrister and Solicitor. May 31, 1893. 5 256 Me welly n Owen, FTIHE New Term commences May 17. PIANOFORTE, SINGING AND HARMONY. ARCADE "CHAMBERS. (Dances not attended.) 421 THE LONGBEAOH DESTROYER The only guaranteed effectual means of cooing with the SMALL BIKDS PEST. I>HE Longbeach Estate has been lor the last two ypars kept freer from Birds than ever before, at a.merely nomi nal cost, and to Mr Grigg's entire satis faction. Longbeach is now freer from Birds than any similar property in New Zealand. Testimonials from all parts of New Zea land and Australia. Supplies may be obtained from FREDERIC POWELL, Care of John Grigg, Esq., 5*153 Longbeach THE NEW ZEALAND SHIPPING COMPANY'S LINE. ' REDUCED EARES FROM LON DON TO NEW ZEALAND. A RRANGEMENTS can be made X_L with the Agent-General in London to procure passages by the above line at the following greatly reduced rates : — Second Saloon ... £.28 0s Intermediate ... ... ... £18 18a Third Class t .. £13 0s For further particulars $pply at offices MILES & CO., Limited, 51 Afihburton and Rakaia.



ANAMA ROAD BOARD. NOTICE, THE BOARD propose to CLOSE the road lying between Perpetual Lease Section 36162 and Rural Section 3619,7 on the one side, and Perpetual Lease Section 36,163 and Rural Sections 31204 and 30643 on the other side, and in lieu thereof to open a line of road through 1 Perpetual Lease Section 36163 and Plan tation Reserve 2573, leading direct to the Anama Railway Station. The plan showing the proposed altera tion is on view at the office of the Board (Mr Coskerie's), Valetta. v EDWARD G. WRIGHT, Chairman. April 14,1893, 1107,



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GRAZING. WANTED TO LET, by the week or month, 2000 ACRES on the Ran gitata, late Sawle's. Plenty of water; well fenced. Apply D. THOMAS. 5*241 Ashburton. T3AKMA SECTIONS.—I have the -*-~ following numbers for sale, for which I am prepared to receive offers viz: -26, 121, 124, 291, 292, 295, 297, 298,462, 468. Apply to T. BULLOCK. fjlOR SALE—Private Residence, cen- JL" trally situated, corner of Cameron and William streets, half-acre, being T.S's. 715 and 716. Easy terms of pay ment T. BULLOCK. BURNETT "STKEET~~ — R EBTAVBAI T.— MRS. C. I. BRYANT BEGS to notify that she has taken that centrally situated RESTAURANT in BURNETT STREET, lately carried on by Mrs Ranger, and hopes to be favored with the same liberal support that was accorded to her predecessor. HOT MEALS AT THE USUAL HOURS. SPECIAL TERMS to Weekly Boarders. CATERING undertaken for balls, etc.", on the shortest notice. 5 142 PATENT SELF RAISER TjlOR raising land lever of three-furrow and other Ploughs. Can be obtained from MESSRS P. & D. DUNCAN, 5 205 Christchurch and Ashburton. £37 10s.—Capital Building Site, fronting Alford Forest Road, being Lot 31, containing half an acre and two and a-half perche*. Apply T. BULLOCK. I'ublic Notice. J. T. Ford & Co. Have the pleasure to announce to their OLD FRIENDS AND CLTENTS, as well as to the FARMERS and GRAZIERS of the Ashburton district generally, that they will REGULARLY ATTEND the ASHBURTON and TINWALD Stock Markets, and have arranged to act in conjunction with MR HENRY ZANDER, who will receive ENTRIES and take all instructions, and also render prompt ACCOUNT SALES WITH NET PROCEEDS. THE PERSONAL SUPERVISION AND ATTENTION OP Mr J, T. FOBD will be given to all Stock, etc, committed to. their care for disposal, either by Public Auction or Private Treaty, aRd Clients may have entire confidence that their interests will be fullj protected, CLEARING SALES will also have their careful attention either in Town or Country. J. T. FORD & CO. LAND, STOCK, & WOOL BROKERS, 154 Hereford Street, Christchurch. , jpNRY,Z4NJ?ES v ■. . IPR.CH^T. ASBBUJTOtf,



TFE ASHBURTON ARCADE "DAINTING & "DAPERHANGING ESTABLISHMENT. John Wilson (Late Jas. Craigie), Has in stock a Choice selection of PAPERHANGINGS in New Designs. BORDERS, DADOS, AND CEILING PAPERS in Great Variety. Estimates for Painting and Decorating given, All work executed promptly, with the very best materials and workmen. JOHN WILSON, AROADE, BURNETT STREET. 3 80 T- GEAINGEE, WATCHMAKER, COLEMAN'S BUILDINGS, East Street, Ashburton, ANNOUNCES that he has Commenced the Business of WATCH AND CLOCK REPAIRING, At the above address, and in soliciting patronage would intimate that he has had twenty-five years' practical experience in some of the best shops in England, and can guarantee satisfaction with al) work ' encrusted to him. 5§227 HOTEL. MRS R~ANGER "DEGS to announce that she has GIVEN UP THE DINING ROOMS, BURNETT STREET, And concentrated her business as above. Thanking old Customers for their patronage, she trusts they will continue their favors. t Well Furnished Bed and Sitting Rooms. Hot, Cold, and Shower Baths. MEALS AT ALL HOURS. MRS RANGEP will continue to cater for banquets, balls, weddings, and parties. Cutlery on hire. SJI "T)EOPLE about to marry and furnish X their houses, are invited to call on Plckfora A ITndrlll, AT THK ASHBURTON FURNITURE WAREHOUSE, TANORED STREET, Next Building Society. —NOW ON VIEW— Dining-room Suites in Rimu, Bedroom Suites in Rimu, Iron and Brass Bedsteads Chests Drawers, Washstands, Spring Mattresses, English and Colonial Peram bulators, Horse Hair, Kapoc- andj^ock Mattresses, Duchesse and F^aey Tables Floor Cloths and Linoleums. Carnal Hearth Rugs, a»d Mats. ' Furniture Repaired, Restuffed, and Bepolished on the Premises. ——. -rNote the address— TANCRED STREET, Ne^W^*^Qlefcy.



IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT. J ; J, Breakdown of tiie s.g. lonic. -I O CASES OF HEW DRAPERY GOODS. O TRUNKS OF BOOTS. 0 CASES OF BELFAST LINEN GOODS. (XWpXG to the breakdown of the s.s. lONIC the above Goods have armed toe late for the Season. ANDREW 088 WILL HOLD A Special Clearance Sale OF HIS ENTIRE STOCK, COMMENCING JUNE 1. ALL GOODS REMARKED AT A GREAT SACRIFICE. 1 Case Ladies' Button Boots 4s 6d, formerly 10a. 1 Case Stanley Shoes Is 6d, formerly 2s 9d. 100 Pairs Ladies' Evening Shoes 3s lid. 100 Pairs Soiled Blankets, Cclonial made, CHEAP. CARPETS and LINOLEUMS Is 6d per yard, under former price. RfiIOTIL NOT ICE. BAEKETT" BEOS *T*AKE this opportunity of thanking their numerous friends and patrons for the ■*• generous support accorded them since starting Business as GENERAL DRAPERS, CLOTHIEKS, <fco. They have now much pleasure in announcing their intention of REMOVING TO LARGER AND MORE CONVENIENT PREMISES, THE OLD TOWN HALL,. EAST STREET, Where by strict attention to the requirements of Customers, they hop? to retain the liberal patronage already accorded them. The Business will be carried on in connection with H. Bairstow's, Furnishing Deo&rlraent THE FIRM TO BE KNOWN AS tf" pwunrai, BAKKETT BROS. AND BAIKSTOWV THE HALL, EAST STREET, ASHBURTON. SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT. BARRETT BROS. AND BAIRSTOW, FAMILY DRAPERY AND FURNISHING WAREHOUSE, The Hall, East Street, Ashburton. OPENING SALE—SATURDAY, MAY 27. SPECIAL BARGAINS IN HOUSEHOLD DRAPERY, CLOTHING, Ac. New Goods to open, no old Stock. A, lot of odd lines and Remnants to kt cleared very cheap. Everyone invited to walk through and inspect the stock No one asked to buy. All Goods marked in plain figures at LOWEST POSSIBLE PRICE. DOORS OPEN AT TEN O'CLOCK ON SATURDAY* MORNING. THE HALL, EAST STREET. W. n. Collier. /COMPLETE QTOCKB CHOICEST MILLINERY UNDERCLOTHING, &c, *W Vm RELIABLE WEARING HOOD* jfmjffi ' CENTS'SUITS TO MEASURE y/^Kfe* V m FOURCLASPKID GLOVES DRAPER ck CLOTHIER WILLIAM SPARROW, (Late of the firm of Spwraw uid BerrymftnK Tailor and Outfitter, ..C3.,. ...,. T I AM DETERMINED TO DO TH£| Tailoring Trade of the Town And U enable me to do thii I have decided ho charge PrioN that bare roar h—* \«ui. of in Athburtoa Come and See for Yourself] NEWEST Tweeds, Coatings, & Fancy Suitings TOTK THE ADDRESS &£p The Shop^between J. Scaly «nd Qo, y% ano H. C. Segers. EAbX STBJBBT, AS«BUBIOK;,