collection—G, Tutly. Pansies, 12 varieties™ B. Broomfield 1, J. Poiter2. Dahlias, 6 double, varieties —J. Millichamp 1 and 2. Dahlias, 6 single—G. T. Smith I. Mari golds, French} 6—J. Porter 1, B. Broom tield 2, Marigolds, African, Orange and Lemon, 6—G. Tutty 1, Mrs J. Porter 2. Beso collection Dianthus—T. Whittington 1, Mrs H. S. Clark 2, Beat collection Pet unias, also prize, value sa, given by Mr W 0. Davis-—T. Pitt 1 and 2, G T. Smith h.e. B. Broomfield h c. Astera, 12 blooms, 6 varieties—G. T. Smith 1 and 2 Asters, best collection, also prize, value ss, given by Mr Nokes—Mrs H. S. Clark 1. J. Milli champ 2. Phlox Drummondii, 12 varieties, 2 trasses each—G. T. Smith 1, J. Millichainp 2. Best collection of cut flowers, 12 varie ties— G. T. Smith 1. Zinnias, 6 varieties, 3 blooms each—G. T. Smith* 1. Gladioli, 6 varieties, 6 spikes—G. T. Smith 1, B. Broomfield 2. Private Prizes—Best collection ot Dahlias, any varieties, not less than 6 (special entry), prize, gentleman's hat, value 10s 6d, given by Messrs Hardley Bros—Mrs J. Porter. Best collection of cut flowers in the Show, over 12 varieties (special entry), cash 10s, given by Dr Tweed—G. T. Smith. Best collection of Pansies (special entry), prize, cabinet, value 10s 6d, given by Mr Severs—B. Broomfield. Cut Flowers. Amateur Glass—Roses, 4 varieties—T. Pitt 1, Mrs R. Clarke 2. Stocks, 3 double, in single spikes—W. Bickerstaff 1. Verbenas, 4 varieties, 3 trusses of each—U. Tutty 1, Mrs R. Clarke 2. Antirrhinums, best collection —W. Bickprstaff 1, T. Whittington 2. Pansies, 6 varieties—W. Bickerstaff 1, W. J. Steward 2. Pansies, best collection—W. Bickerstaff 1, G. Tutty 2. Dahlias, double, 4 varieties —T. Pitt 1, Mrs R. Clarke 2. Dahlias, single, 4 varieties—R. Lechner 1. Asters, 6 blooms—W. Bickerstaff 1, T. Pitt 2. Asters, best collection—W. Bickerstaff 1. Phiox Herbaceous, 3 varieties, 1 spike each —Mrs R. Clarke 1 and 2. Phlox Dram mondii, 6 varieties, 2 truss* 3 each—Mrs T. Clarke 1, W. J. Steward 2. Marigolds, French, 6—T. Pitt 1. Marigolds, African, Orange and Lemon—T. Pitt 1, G. Tutty 2. Zinnias, 3 varieties, 2 blooms each—T. Pitt 1, G. Tutty 2. Best collection of Cut Flowers, 12 varieties—W. J. Steward, Bouquets, Etc.—Best Hind" Bouquet, for competition by ladies only (bouquet nob to exceed 6 inches in diameter),*open to all — Mrs W. J. Steward 1, Miss Steward 2. Best Hand Bouquet, not to exceed 6 inches in diameter, not wired—Mrs A. Orr 1, W. 0. Davis 2. Best Table Bouquet, any siza — Mrs A. Orr 1 and 2. Best Table Decora tion, floral design—G. Tutty I. Private Prizes.—Best floral Design, to be made by exhibitor from flowers grown by exhibitor (special entry), cash prize 103, given by Mr R. Friedlander —R. Elston. Best Bouquet of Wild Flowers, by girl or boy, under 15, Ist prize ss, 2nd 2s fid, given by Messrs Tucker and Bean —Master T. Smith 1, Master R. Smith 2, President's prizes for Best Hand Bouquet, made up on the morning of the Show, in the presence of „ a person appointed by the Committee, by a girl under 15, Ist prize ss, 2nd 33, 3rd 2s— Lily Davis 1, Kate Breeze 2, Fanny Davis 3. Best Hand Bouquet, made up on the morn ing of the Show, in the presence of a person appointed by the Committee, by a boy under 15, Ist prize 53, 2nd 3s, 3rd 2s—Percy Orr 1, Vernon Steward 2, Willie Breeze 3. " Fruit. Open class.—Best 3 bunghes Black Grapes, any variety—G. T. Smith 1. Best 3 bunches White Grapes, any variety ~G. T. Smith 1. Best Dish Blackberries— E. J. Craighead 1, W. Bickerstaff 2. Peaches, best 6—G. T. Fmith 1 and 2 Nectarines, best 6—P. Anderson 1, G. T. Smith 2. Apricots, best 6—E. J. Craighead 1, G. T. Smith 2. Plums, 3 varieties, 6 each-G. T. Smith 1, W, W. Smith 2. Apples, dessert, 3 varieties, 4 each—J. E. Hurdley 1 and 2. Apples, cooking, 3 varie ties, 4 each -B. Broomfield 1, J E. Hurdley 2. Best collection of apples of varieties suited for export, six varieties, 4 of each, also cash 10s 6d, given by Mr E. P. Wright—J. Millichamp 1, G. T. Smith 2. Filberts or Cob nuts, dish of—B. Broomfield 1. Walnuts, dish of-T. Mitchell 1, G. T. Smith 2. Be3t collection of Fruit (growers') -G. T. Smith 1. Best collection of fruit (fruiterers' only)— W. G. Davis 1. Honey in Comb—P. Ander son 1 and 2. Private Phizes —Best dish of Dessert Apples, to be shown ripe (special entry), prize value 10s 6d, given by Mr -A. Orr — J. E. Hurdley 1. -Fruit. Amateur Class—Peaches, best 4—W. J. Steward 1. Apricots, best 6, also 6 apple trees, value ss, given by Mr ,J. Thomas—B. Baker 1, G. Tutty 2. Apple?, dessert, 3 varieties, 4 each—E. J. Paul 1. Apples, cooking, 3 varieties, 4 each—T. Pitt 1, J. Lloyd 2 Vegetables, Open Cia3s — Cucumbers, —J. Taylor 2. Pumpkins, 2 heaviest — Mrs Falcon 1. Custard Marrows, 2—T. Whittington 1. Tomatoes, 6, one variety— J. Taylor 1. Celery, 4 heads—G. Tutty 1. Cabbages, best 2 heads—T. Whittington 1 and 2. Cabbages, red, best 2 heads—T % Whittington 1, J. Millichamp 2. Cauli flowers, best 2 heads—T, Whittington 1, J. Millichamp 2. Carrots, bunch of six— Whittington 1 and 2. Turnips, bunch of 6—T. Whittington 1. Onions, 12 best—W. Bickerstaff 1, G. Tutty 2, Leeka, buuch of 6—G. Tutty 1, T. Whittington 2. Lettuce, best 3 of any variety—T Whittington 1 and 2. Parsnips, best 6—G. T. Smith 1, T. Whittington 2. Beetroot, beat 6—G. T. Smith 1. Beans, broad, 25 pods—Mrs H. S . Clark 1. Beans, French, 25 pods—Mrs H, S. Clark 1. Beans scarlet runners, 25 pods. T. Whittington 1. Best Salad—T. Whit tington 1. potatoes, Kidney, 12 of one kind—G. T. Smith 1, W. Campbell 2. Potatoes, round, 12 of one kind—G. T. Smith 1. Peas, 25 pods—T. Whittington 1, H S.Clark2. Rhubarb,6sticks—J.Milli champ 1 and 2. Best dish of Jerusalem Artichokes —T. Whittington 1. Be3t collec tion of Vegetables, 9 varieties—T. Whit tington 1. . Private Phizes — Beat collection ot Potatoes, any variety (special entry), prize value 19a b'd, given by the New Zealand Clothing Factory.—J. Task^r. Largest prizetaker, prisa* pair boots, value 12s 6d, given by Mr J. Bishop—T. Whittington. Vegetables Amateur Class—Cucumbers, best 2, put door grown; also 1 dozen Tomato Sauce, given by Mrs Whittington— W. C. Davis .1, G Tutty 2, Cabbage, 2 heads—T. Whittington 1 and 2, Vegetable Marrow, 2, suitable for table—W. Bicker staff 1, J. Tasker 2. Tomatoes, 6, one variety ; also cash, Ist ss, 2nd 2a 3d, given by Collins and Co.—R. Lechner 1, 0. Tasker 2. Celery, 2 heads—G Tutty 1. Rhubarb, 4 stalks—Mrs'R. Clarke 1, Carrots, bunch of 6-J. Tasker 1, T, Whittington 2. Turnips, iranch of 6—T. Whittington 1, G. Tutty 2. Onions, 6 best—T. Whittington 1 and 2. Parsnips, best 6—T. Whittington 1, G. Tutty 2. Beetroot, best 6—W. Bickerstaff 1, G. Tntty 2, Lettuce, 3 of any kind—T; Whittington 1 and 2. Peas, 25 pods—G. Tutty 1, T. Whittington 2i Beans, broad, 25 pods—Mrs R. Clarke 1. Beans, French, 25 pods—J, Shearman 1. Beans," scarlet runners, 25 pods—H, W Barrett 1, T. Whittington 2 Best dish of Jerusalem Artichokes—T. Whittington 1 and 2. Potatoei*, Kidneys, 6of one kind— G. Tutty 1, W. Bickerstaff 2. Potatoes, round, 6 of one kind—G. Tutty 1, W. Bickerstaff 2. Best Salad—T. Whittington 1. Best collection of Vegetables, 6 varieties, also 2 dozen aerated water, value ss, given by Mrs Eanger—T. Whittington 1. Private Prizes—Best collection of Vege tables, shown in a basket (special entry), prize, Filter, value 3 guineas, given by Mr W. H. Rule -T. Whittington. •Cottage Gardens. For the Best Cottage Garden of not less than a quaiter-acre, situated within a radius of five miles of Ashburton. Prizes, Ist £2 2s, 2nd £1 Is, 3rd 10s 6d—W. Bickerstaff 1, G. Tutty 2, Mrs J. Clarke 3. Six entries. Quite a number of entries were not judged. They were disqualified, as not in accordance with the prize schedule. Highly Commended by Judges— vege table Marrows—T. Whittington. Collection Basketware-J. Price, Mount Somers. Col lection Geranium Blooms—W. J. Steward. Collection Gladioli, African Marigolds, and Asters-C. J. Harper, Hackthorne. Collec tion Ornamental Ferns in Baskets, etc-J. Mitchell. , . . Mr T. Whittington obtained special prize for being the largest prize taker in vegetables in the amateur class

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IMPERIAL PENNY POSTAGE

London, February 17. The deputation to the Postmaster- General, relative to Imperial penny postage, has been postponed for the present. Mr Henniker Hea'ton, M.P., in a letter to " The Times," asserts that he possesses written and verbal authority from the Colonial Governments for stating that they would assent to Eng land creating a penny postage through out the Empire. COLONIAL GOVERNORS. In the House of Lords Lord Oaslow gave notice to ask the Government if the statement by Sir G. ft. Dibbs, that no Governor of New South Wales shall be appointed until his name be submitted to the Government of the colony, is correct. FROZEN MEAT. Mr Gladstone states that he is will ing to facilitate enquiries as to the ap plicability of labelling to frozen mutton. THJS EXPELLED M.P. Edward S. W. DeCobain, formerly member for Belfast East, who in April, 1891, was accused of a gra^e criminal offence, and who fled to Ppain, has been arrested in. Belfast and will bs placed on his trial.

EGYPT. I

February 18, I The P. and O. Company's steamer Arcadia has conveyed to Suez a battery of artillery suddenly ordered to Egypt. Constantinople, February 18. Osman Pacha replaces Mukhtar Pacha asHighOomrnissioner for Turkey in EsvDt.

FOOTBALL.

February 19. The annual football match between Oxford and Cambridge Universities was won by the former. Yorkshire won the county football championship. THE LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL APPOINTMENTS. The Marqnis of Kipon. Secretary of State for the Colonies, has promised to inform the House of Lords of the effect of the recent additions made to the. Legislative Council of New Zealand.

THE CHOLERA RIOTS.

St. Petkrsbubg, February 18, The Czar has remitted the death sentence passed on those convicted of complicity in the cholera riots in Astrakan,

THE CRISIS IN HAWAII.

Washington, Febrnar^ 17. Conflicting statements are published as to the Senate's probable action re garding the Hawaiian treaty. The Committee of the Senate have reported in favor of the Hawaiian Treaty. February 18. Secretary Foster, in a despatch to Mr J. L. Stevens, Americ&n Minister at Honolulu, approves of his co-operat ing with the de facto Government for protection of life and property in the islands, but disavows his action if it sets the authority of America above the Government of Hawaii, in the capacity of protector, or impairs the independent sovereignty of Hawaii. CENTRAL AMERICA. February 19. Venezuela, Ecuador, and Columbia have entered into an alliance to^resist British encroachment.

THE PAPACY.

Rome, February 19. His Holiness the Pope, replying to an address presented by pilgrims, stated that he longed for a cessation of the conflict between the Vaticar and Italian Sovereignty.

MINING DISASTER.

Twenty-seven miners have been suffocated by an escape of gas in a lead mine in Nazzaw t n. The wives and families of the deceased rushed to the mine and most pitiful scenes were witnessed.

THE MONETARY CONFERENCE

Brussels, February 17. The Monetary Conference will not assemble again, the Ureat Powers being convinced that no satisfactory result is likely to ensue.

THE ASHBTTBTON GUARDIAN; MONDAY, FEBRUARY 2q, 1803.



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BANKRUPTCY NOi\CE _ " IN BANKRUPICY. In the District Court of Ashbarton, holden at Ash burton. In the matter of the " Bankruptcy Act, 1892," and of the bankruptcy of Andrbw Ewart Harris, of Mount Somers, Coal Miner, a bankrupt. A MEETING of the Creditors of the above-named Andrew Ewam Harris, to consider an applicntior by him for his discharge is hereby summoned, to be held at the aaove Court, Ashburton, on MONDAY, the 27fch day of February, 1893, at eleven o'clock in the forenoon. Dated the 20th day of February, 1893. J. C. BELL, Deputy-Official Assignee. And notice is hereby also given that the said Andrew Ewart Harris will, on the 17th day of March next, at eleven o'clock in the forenoon, or | so soon thereafter as counsel can beg heard (that being the time and place appointed by the said Court fcr the purpose) apply to the above honorable Court for an order of discharge. Dated this 20th day of February, 1893. EDWARD G. CRISP, 2 99 Solicitor for the Debtor. MR D. THOMAS. i IMPORTANT CLEARING SALE V THURSDAY,iiBBUARY 23, 1893. MR DAVID THOMAS has received instructions from Mr G. P. Mil l som, who is leaving the district, to sell by Public Auction the whole of his HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE AND EFFECTS, consisting of O UPRIGHT GRAND PIANOS Q Drawing-room Suite, Vasea, Washing Stands and Ware, Bedroom, Sitting room, Dining room, and Kitchen Furniture. Quantities of Nick nacks, aud many other useful articles of household furniture. Sale at his Private Residence, WILLS STREET EAST, (without Reserve) Commencing at 12 o'clock sharp. Open for Inspection from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. from MONDAY next to date of Sab. DAVID THOMAS, 2§82 Auctioneer. Public Notio93 U.S.S. 00. a.s.sco. UNION STEAMSHIP COMPANY OF NEW ZEALAND. STEAMERS SAIL from LYTTEL TON AS UNDER: B'or Wellington—Monday, Tuesday, Wed nesday, Thursday, sxid Saturday. Nelson—Tuesday and/Saturday. Auckland—Monday and Thursday. Sydney—Every Second Thursday. Dunedin —Tuesday and Friday. Melbourne—Tuesday. Excursion Season commenced on November 1. Redused fares over all the Company's lines. For particulars apply to MILES & GO., LTD., Agents for ishbwrton. new zealand and australasian steamship company. &s, miowera and warrimo. thf largest and swiftest steamers in the trade. .^SSBLp wabrimoo, WILL Sail for Sydneyand Melbourne, via Auckland, on FEBRUARY 22. Passengers and cargo at lowest rates. KINSEY & Co., Agents, Christchurch and Lyttelton. Local Agent, HENRY ZANDER, , WING TO THE SUCCESS v WHICH HAS ATTENDED MY BUSINESS, I find it necessary to PROCURE ASSISTANCE Which I am now endeavoring to do. T TAKE the opportunity to thank the Public of Ashburton for their kind patronage, and to say that I hope to continue to merit their support. 11. E. Bonnington, CHEMIST & DBUGGIST, EAST STREET, ASHBURTON. T3EOPLE about to marry and furnish J_ their houses, are invited to call on Pickford & Undrlll, AT THE ASHBURTON FURNITURE WAREHOUSE, TANCRED STREET, Next Building Society. —NOW ON VIEW- Bining-room Suites in Rimn, Bedroom Suites in Rimu, Iron and Brass Bedsteads, Chests Drawers, Washstands, Spring Mattresses, English and Colonial Peram bulators, Horse Hair, Kapoc and Flock Mattresses, Duchesse and Fancy Tables, Floor Cloths and Linoleums, Carpets, Hearth Rugs, and Mats. Furniture Repaired, Restufled, and Repolished on the Premises. —Note the address— TANCBED STREET, Nex Building Sosiety,



MR T. BULLOCK. FOR SALE. 1 A Q Acres Mount Somers District. Af\ Acres Alford Forest QA Acres, all in grass, with form * house and other buildings. £vl"VO Acr^"i plains land, good sheep U\JVJ CO untry. QA Acres, all improved, near a school. An improved farm of 440 acres with dwelling, sheep dip, etc., to be sold fct a reasonable price, as the owner is desirous of going to the Worth Island. ■ T. BULLOCK. ~~TEITsHiLLINGS~REWARIX THE finder of a Brass Carriage Lamp Socket, lost yesterday, will receive above reward on returning same in good condition to office of this paper. 2 81 CARD. JHlfis Carson, TEACHER OF MUSIC, — PIANOFORTE AND ORGAN. BURNETT STREET, ASHBURTON. ~* A CARDI "~ MRS A. C/CL4BIPGE TEACHER OF // PIANOFORTE <fc ORGAN, COX STREET, ASHBURTON. j TERMS ON APPLICATION "moukt some"rs~coaiT MINES. I WILL NOT be held responsible for Debt contracted on my behalf without my written order. All Cotl obtained from these mines will be charged for by me, no other receipt than my own being a sufficient discharge. ' C. B. KNIGHT, PROPRIETOR, WEST STREET, ASHBURTON F.CLARK, HAIRDRESSER & TOBACCONIST NEW PREMISE?, EAST STREET, ASHBURTON. Site ot the Old Shop, HAS just opened a Choice Assort ment of Cigarettes, W.D. and H.O. Wills, The Three Castles, Firefly, Vanity Fair, Old Judge and Cameo. G.8.D., V,V., and other Pipes. Sole Agent for Divas Cigars, Five Cigars and Case, Is. .



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Temporary Premises '"' .;-:'im OLD TO W JST . H-AjiM (Next MRE.M. JONES.) ■ '^\-m ■ ' ANDREW'ORE UTILL REMOVE his LARGE STOCK to the above Address on | WEDNESDAY, the 22nd, I For a FEW WEEKS during the BK-BUILDIN3 of his Old Premises. ...-,,' Drapery, Clothing & Boots J WILL BE SLAUGHTKBED; i:M As the Space is Limited and NEW GOODS are now Landtag. v y\ I Remember Address,— I ANDEEWOBR, | • OLD TOWN HALL. ' '" 'jl P.S.— Mr Bairstow will still be found Upstairs in the same building. | f| W.:k .COLLIER'S' ■-. "I • CLEARING "SAM'}, ■ ■/"I v STILL GOING ON ' s'\l .% IN - ■■•'-.-• '"■ - -"^ TEMPORARY PREMISES I NEXT BANK OF NW ZEALAND. |J ■ ■ r " ' " • |; About 15 dozen GentsJ New Ties and Scarves 6d, usually Is. ft About 8 dozen Ladies Leather Belts 6d, usually Is. In A lot of Children's pretty and fashionable Silk Hats and Bonnets 1b 6d, lslld " ' 2s 6d, wonderful value, usually 4s, 5s 6i, 6s 6d. . )\f New Ladie^ Dust Cloaks, very cheap, 8s lid, usually 18s 6d. . !j .. ■•' * ' ■ )(S * ' ■" '■ IJ As "THE CORNER" will bo ready for occupation early in February, we_~ \ . • ii'r must dear out a lot of Goods before returning to it. To do this we are offering ill ' \fi tome wonderful value in all kinds of Drapery, Clothing, and Millinery. . |t LADIES SHOULD OALL AND SEE. |fy : .—_._rx_______ > I Great Cheap SaleT f -OF- , m 1 SUMMER DRAPERY, MILLINERY, MANTLES, DRESS 1 GOODS, PRINTS, Ac, IOW OK. vl IN Consequence of the General Depression, we Are making VERY GRFAT l REDUCTIONS on all SUMMER GOODS for CASH. . ,j Purchasers are invited to COME EARLY and Secure Bargains , S. W. ALCORIST & CO., I EASTSTBEB-T. S 1 's ' ■Sj THE PEOPBIBTOES OF THE |'j MANDARIN AND TIGER \\ Pure Blended Teas J * " ' • if HAVE much pleasure In announcing that they have now made arr*ngemtni«-. 'm through the Agency of i ' "'"' . _ '-ji| MESSRS HV'BPHKWII BROS. 1 MARKET HOUHE, U for the introduction into the Ashburtoa District of these now universally favored ''' Teas. " - V\ THE MANDARIN BLENDS aie a skilful combination of the Choicest Teae o China, India and Ceylon. . -- "1 THE TIGER BRANDS are the first Blends introduced into the c*4ony contain* ii ing a judicious mixture of the highly flavored Ceylons with ths rich strong Indians. I Retailed at 2s, 2s 4d, and 2s Bd, in packets, tins, and half chests. [ 11 Every sensible and economical Housewife will give these Teas a trial against her ■ present mixture. [ >| Samples may be obtained from MESSRS STEPHENS BROS. I J. RATTRAY & SON, Dunedin, I 266 ' Wholesale Agent*. \" * •»' -■' ■ ' •' : ' ' )A WILLIAM SPARROW, \ [(Late of the firm of Syarrow and BtrrymanK . ,;" Tailor and Outfitter, | I AM DETERMINED TO DO THE '% ■ -.■'. '■ ' Tailoring Trade of the Town k And td enable me to do this I have decided to charge Prices that ha*t asvf btw f" heard of in Aihborton^ . r ;'"' ■-S) Come and See for Yourself J ■: ■.'.■'■ i*ij NEWEST ' .' .)2 Tweeds, Coatings, & Fancy Buitings^| WOTB THE ADDRESS : I JHT^ The Shop between J. Scaly and Qo.\ an* /v| " H. C. Segers, -■- ■ - _•-.-.-' I'---:^fj| EALI STREET, ASHBTJRTON | ' • -" I.'"^"cj