PARLIAMENTARY.

LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL.

Wellington, Occobei 11 The Council met at 2 30 THE CHINESE Without further debate Mr Rigg'a motion that, in the opinion of the Council, the Chinese are undesirable Immigrants, was negatived by 13 to 8 IN COMMITTEE The Alcohoiic L*'quors Bill was further considered in Committee Clauses 24 and 25, relating to clubs, were struik out Clause 26, providing that no railway refreshment room licenses aie to be granted in any district where prohibition Is carried, was retained on the voices On clause 27, costs of elections and administration to be paid by local authorities, several amendments were negativ'-d, and the clause passed un altered At 6 p.m. the Council adjourned till 7.30 p.m. The Council resumed at 7.30 p.m. In clause 28, whioh provided that no new bottle or New Zealand wine licenses : be granted after the commencement of the Act, Mr Stewart moved an amend ment to aliow the granting of bottle licenses The amendment was carried by 14 to 13 Mr Swanson moved an amendment to allow of New Zealand wine licenses being continued The amendment was carried by 20 to 5 In clause 29, a motion by Mr Kerr to increase the number of the licensing committee from six to eight was carried by 24 to 12 In clause 32 Mr Shrimski moved to amend the proposal limiting the trans fer of licenses to premises distant not more than a quarter of a mile, by allowing transfers under the present law to be continued till January, 1897 This was carried by 19 to 6 In the portion of the same clause, plac ing the onns of proof on a traveller or a lodger, new sub-sections were added exonerating the licensee if he truly believes that the purchaser was a bona Me traveller or lodger, and fixing a fine not exceeding £10 for misrepresentation. The sub-section extending the limit required to be travelled for a bona fide traveller from three miles to five miles was struck out by 19 to 6 The following new sub-section was added to the clause by 15 to 9 :— i The owner or immediate landlord who has evicted a tenant for having had his license endorsed may apply to the committee at any quarterly meeting for a cancellation of the endorsement on the license, and the Committee may grant such appli cation ' I No amendments cf any consequence i were made in the succeeding clauses and on reaching clause 43 progress was re potted At 10.10 p.m. the Council adjourned till 2.30 on Monday

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.

Wellington, October 11 The House met at 2 30. Mr Guinness was in the chair QUESTIONS In reply to queßtion., it was stated that Government would consider whether any further alteration of the Standing Orders was required in the direction of (.listen ing debates in the House ; that the Midland Railway Company had absolutely declined to face the Supreme Coart in regard to the seizure of their railway by Government ; that Government could not hold out any hope of being able to lower railway freights on frozen meat ; that Government would do their betst this session to pass & Bill in the direction of providing cheap lines for farmers The Shops and Shop Assistants ict Amendment Bill and the Westland and Nelson Native Reserves Act Amendment Rill were read a second time pro forma, on the understanding that the debate on them would take place when they returned from their respective Committees, to which they were referred IN COMMITTEE In Committee on the Impounding Act Amendment Bill considerable discuaeion took place on clause 2 Eventually the lion. John McKensde asked the House to divide on the clause, and said he had no desire to force the Bill on the House

The clause was lost by 30 to 17, where upon Mr McKenzie moved to report pro gress, which was agreed to, and on his motion the Bill was discharged from the order paper. eating act amendment bill Mr Ward moved the second reading of the Bating Act Amendment Bill, the chief provisions of which were to make native lands vested in the public trustee rateable property, and to impose only half rates on buildings which were unoccapied for six mouths After a short debate the second reading was agreed to on the voices REGISTRATION BILL. Mr Seddon moved the second reading of the Unclassified Societies Registration Bill, to incorporate unclassified societies, principally athletic bodies, and to allow them to sue and be sued The motion was agreed to on the voices without discussion. FOKMGN INSURANCE COMPANIES

Mr Ward moved the second reading of the Foreign Insurance Companies De posits Amendment Bill, to enable the Public Trustee to issue certificates to foreign insurance companies, and also to give power to the Governor-in-Council to vary the rate of interest on these de posits Agreed to on the voices COAL MINES Mr Cadman moved the second reading of tbe Coal Mines Act Amendment Bill, a technical measure which bad already passed the Legislative Council, —Agreed to on tbe voices The House rose at 5 30 p.m. The House resumed at 7.30 p.nr BESKSNATION OF DISTRICTS BILL The Colonial Treasurer moved the second reading of the Designation of Districts Act Amendment Bill, and explained the measure in a short speech. As an illustration he re ferred to the mistakes which frequently arose owing to the similarity of the names Palmerston North and Palmerston South Mr Pirani (Palmerston North), strongly opposed the measure Mr J. W. Kelly, after further discus siots, moved as an amendment that the Bill be read a second time this day six months The amendment was lost, and the Bill read a stcond time by 35 to 23 IN COMMITTEE _ j The Hou?o went into Committee on the Unclassified Societies Regis tration Bill. The Bill passed through Committee with unimportant amend ments The Rating Act amendment Bill was considered in committee Clauses 5 and 8 were both struck out The Bill was reported and put through its final stages The Unclassified Societiea Regis tration Bill was reported from com mittee and its third reading fixed for Monday BILLS I'ASSED The Foreign Insurance Companies De posits Amendment Bill passed through Committee without amendment was read a third titre, and passed The C<.al Mines Act Amendment Bill passed through Committee without alteration, was read a third "time, and passed At 1.10 am., the Houfe adjourned till | 30 pm, oft Monday

SUNDAY TRADING.

St'lling BBris.lt to a PruUlbi*. | Tim aRt. October 11 I On Sunday, Rep ember 22. P. Pater son, residing in Timaru, took a prohibited person named Peacock to tho Empire Hotel, and both were supplied with drinks by the barman, P. bertie. To-day the licensee, T. J. Burns, was charged with Sunday trading ; the barman with supplying liquor for the use of a pro hibited person ; and Peacock with ob taining the liquor whilst under a prohi bition order. F'aterson was induced by friends of Peacock to make a statement of the facts to the police. This he was induced by the licensee and barman to withdraw and deny, but in the box he [swore to Its truth. Defendants denied ] the supply and the inducement The S.M. convicted in each case, and Imposed fines of £5 each, which weie raised on request to £5 Is to permit of apoeals, Four counsel were engaged—Mr Caygill, Christchurch, for the Crown.

Discovery of a Whisky Still.

I Invercargill, October 11 Last week Customs officer Mont gomery and Constable Brookes seized a complete plant fox whisky making on Bluff Hill, about three-quarters of a mile from the signal station, from which the site was concealed by a ridge and the still was under the cliff The plant had not been used for months, perhaps years, as no tracks through the bush or scrub leading to it were discovered. Under the fly of a tent, malt, sugar, etc., were found, everything beinp* covered with blue mould. The still did not appear to have been often used, but the plant was complete. There is no clue to the owners, and it is supposed the plant had been abandoned.

COMMERCIAL.

Adelaide, October 11 The Register says that the condition of *he ! growing wheat crop is causing increased anxiety and the backward state in some dis tricts has not enabled the crops to withstand the late dry weather. The yield is certain to be small. In other districts the outlook is not so bad, and the crops are still in a posi tion to recover with a good rainfall. The recent rains were insufficient and rain is anxiously looked for and needed in the north ern, western, and eastern wheat districts, and unless it comes very soon the prospects are dark.

LATEST CABLE NEWS.

MAW«J_[.AlT«liriK» «- -• Sydney, October 12 The youth McLean, who stabbed Coulson, steward on a steamer, was found guilty of manslaughter.

THE DEAN CASE.

Sydney, October 11 I Dean has been committed for trial on a charge of perjury. *>ydnjey, October 12 A benefit fund has been started for Mrs Dean. Several prominent citizens are on the committee. Dean stated that Meagher never mentioned Sir Julian Salomons' otfss of money to leave the countiy He would have jumped at the chance, as he always feared the secret would leak out, but was determined to maintain a bold front till he found the game was UP* .  The soot of the chimney in Dean s house has been analysed, and sufficient arsenic has been found to demonstrate that it had been burned in the lira.

Manchester Syndicate.

Mbibournb, October 12 The Premier says he would not have been justified in guaranteeing the Manchester syndicate half loss on the redaction of freights, but negotiations were still proceeding, and he is hopeful of arranging a monthly service. Repre sentatives of the firm are coming to Melbourne about the matter,

MADAGASCAR.

Paris. October 10 The capture of Antananarivo is confirmed. News from Madagascar states that a brilliant action preceded the capture of the capital, and that on Tuesday terms of peace will be arranged, sub ject to ratification by France. General Metzinger has been appointed the Governor of Antananarivo. The President has cabled the thanks of France to the army.

Paris, October 11 The French will allow the Queen of Madagascar to retain her throne, but they will depose and probably banish the Premier, and establish a stringent protectorate, ensuring their exclusive influence in the country. A strong garrison will remain in the capital and the coast will be guarded by black troops. The French are now return ing. General Duchesne will receive the Legion of Honor.

German Farmers

Syonev, October 11 A syndicate of German farmers has secured a million acres at Brooking Station, Riverina, and intend forming a colony under the homestead lease, on the principle that each ia allotted an equal portion of land.

Condition of China.

Syonky, October 11 Eastern files by the Tsinan state that from all parte of China coiaes intelli gence that the war has not produced the smallest perceptible effect upon the nation. The predicted awakening is a myth. She sleeps as soundly as ever. Borne districts know nothing of the war and many people believe that China came off victorious.

WOLFFE'S SCHNAPPS

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European and Other Foreign Items.

' London, October 9 Messrs Dale and Reynolds are organising an exhibition of colonial produce, to be held at the Agricultural Hail at Islington in June, 189G, and ask the Australian colonies and Canada to guarantee ,629,000 towards the cost. The Agent-General of New South Wales has convened a meeting of Agents-General to consider the proposal.

October 10 The personalty in the estate of Henry Nathan, Australian merchant, has been sworn at under L 153,000. The widow has a life interest in £50,000. The bulk of the residue is divided equally between the sons, Louis and David, and the daughter, Matilda Moss. A mining relapse has begun with South African stocks, owing to over fcpeculation in Paris, where weak holders of scrip have been realising largely. The market is now rallying 'slightly. West Australians have un dergone a general decline, but to a less extent than Africans. The Colonial Investment Agency's balance sheet shows a loss for the year of £7126. A call of 5s per share will be made in November The Victorian Government has declined Mr Birt Potter's offer of a produce service with a three years' contract. It will only accept a two years' term, and refuses to guarantee any quantity of freight. The negotia tions will probably cease. The Manchester syndicate asked Victoria to guarantee half tbe possible loss, owing to the reduction of freights 20 per cent, but the Premier declined. The Earl of Jersey has declined the chairmanship of the London School Board. The ship Timaru 13 now reinsured at [ a premium of thirty guineas, and the ship Knight of the Garter, from Brisbane, at forty five guineas. Robie, October 10 The Pope, in a letter to Cardinal RampoHa,said the celebration intended by the Government virtually ignored his own old age, and showed the intention of perpetuating a disastrous conflict and repaganising Rome. Madrid, October 10 Spain is raising a three million loan for the prosecution of the war in Ouba

NEW SOUTH WALES LOAN.

London, October 10 Thd total amount subscribed for the New South Wales four million three per cent oan with a minimum of 94, waa L 6,800,000 It is expected to average nearly 98. A large syndicate tendered for the whole amount at £96 14s, but only gets 52 per cent. Sydney, October 11 The Hercild says the result of the new loan is very satisfactory, and j highly gratifying. Never before has so high a price been obtained by an A ustralian colony The highest previous was the New Zealand 3 per cent loan, which if floated on equal terms of currency would have realised £94 8s Gd. There will be hearty concurrence [in the new policy of 3 per cents, and unless the colony by m;smanage ment is caught, in a financial storm no fresh negotiations should be at a higher rate. We have never doubted that the time will come when it will be possible to realise par for these loans. | The new loan will reduce the charge for interest on the public debt £53,000 a year. Half this amount ia the result of faith in the credit of the colony at a lime whr-n everything was dark, and the other half is partly in consequence of a general downward trend in tbe price of money, and partly the better repute of the colony. If regard be had to both these considerations, even more satisfactory results will attend future loans. London, October 11 The loan averaged £96 8s 3d. The Standard considers it a very qualified success, much of the stock not being strongly held. The Financial Times is glad that the success of New South "Wales is within reasonable bounds, as the heads of other colonies will not be turned.

Australian Politics.

HEW SOUTH WALES

Sydney, October 11 Sir Henry Parkes contests M.r Meagher's seat,

THE WEATHER.

ALFORD STATION.

The following is tha Meteorological report for the week ending October 11, 1895 :~-

Ace -di. g ... 1-ff.,' Encyclopedia, pub lished .some time apo, capons csnbe taught ',o mike excellent mothers Th-: following ire the directions for treatment : —The capon is to be rendered very ranae, 4 so as ( to feed from ons's hand ; aud (h n, about evening, plucking (ho feathers oil hi.; breast and rnbbing the bare skin with nettles ; the chickens are then put to him presently run under his breast and and belly, and, probably by rubbing the hare skin gently with their heads, allay the j pnia which the stinging af the nettles has I caused him. This is repeated for two or three nights, until the capon has contracted an affect on for the chickens which have given him relief, and takes them under his protection, A capon accustomed to this service will repeat it to one brood after (mother.*

Tlli!> ASHBORTQN GUARDIAN i SATURDAY, OCTOBER 12, 1896.



! Shade. Date. [Low. High Saturday .. j 38* 67* i Sunday ... 40* 67* Monday ...| 32* 74* | Tuesday ...I 39* 77* Wednesday! 37* 72* Thursday...! 40* 64* Friday ...j 36* 7*2*

High I State in | of weather. Sun. US' Pine, calm 119 „ 122* , E. 119* '„ N.W. 13-".' ! Heavy Rain 127* iFine,  ,1-il' i ). ..



AN ADVERTISING D'JDGE. You can't always tell by the heading of an article what it is. It may be an advertise ment for Warner's S.ife Cure, ' a safe, sure, and positive cure for diseases of the kidneys and liver, and their developments,' and you do not. read advertisements if you know it, but you have read this one so far, and ought to finish it, as it will only take you thirty seconds to read the testimonial of Mrs Eliza Parkes, who lias resided ia Gisbourne, Victoria, for thirty year 3, which is witnessed by the wife of the Hey. Alcßride, Wusleyan Minister of Kineton. ftHe s^ys : ' About six years ago I was taken very ill, and was confined to my bed for several months, being attended by the doctor who resided here at th*»t time, whom I believe to be a very clever and skilled physican, and most certainly a very careful and attentive one. After doing all he could for me, he gave me no hopes whatever of my recovery, and stated that 1 was suffering from diseased kidneys; the liver, he said, was also in a very bad state, the action of the he;irt very weak, and the blood very thick and poor. My legs were swollen to an enormous size. Having heard about Warner's Safe Cure, I determined to try it. I bought one bottle at a time, and I found it was doing me good, so I continued taking it, and after taking several bottles j waa able to get out of bed. Still continuing I the medicine, I soon became strong and able to get about as well as ever. This I consider a wondeifr.l cure, as my age h now seventy six years,;'and I have not had the least symptoms of the old complaint since I left off taking the medicine, which was six years ago. I informed the doctor that I was using Warner's Safe Cure, and he recommended mo to continue, as he candidly said it was a very good mediaine.'



There wero about 300 farmers at the meeting c mvtned by Mr D. Thomas to day, and it w.s unanimously resolved to hold the wool sales at Ashburton, those present undertaking to do their best to upportthcm. Our better halves say they could not keep i hou?e without Chamberlain'_ Cough Remedy. It is U3ed iv more than half the homes in Leeds. Sims Bros., Leeds, lowa. This shows the esteem in whioh that remedy ia held where it has been told for yews and is well known. Mothers have learned that there is nothing so good for colds, croup, and ' whooping coufth ; that it cures these ailments quickly and permanently, and that it is pleasant and safe for children to take, for sale by Ashsuhton Drug Company,



] Public Notices. ' ASHBURTON A GRIOULTURAL and PASTORAL -*£-*- ASSOCIATION'S I g ii. m w OF LIVE STOOK, PRODUCE, IMPLEMENTS, MACHINERY, Etc., Will be held on the j ASHBURTON SHOW GROUNDS, j ox FRIDAY NOVEMBER 1, 1895. OVER FaID IN PRIZE MONEY LAST EXHIBITION. Liberal Prize Schedule, together with numerous Special Prizes, again offered for competition. ENTRIES (which will not be considered valid unless accompanied by Entrance Fees) mast be in the hands of the Secre tary not later than 6 p.m. ON FRIDAY, OCTOBER 25. W, SIMPSON, 10 77 Secretary.



Mr T. Bullock. Siction and Cottage, Graham Road Tinwald. MR T. BULLOCK has received in structions to Sell by Public Auction at the ARCADE on the above date, on account and by order of the Mortgagees,— LOT 151, corner of Graham and Thomp son Streets, on which is erected a four-roomed Cottage, formally occupied by Mk F. J. Makdon. Terms at Sale which takes pace at 11.30. , T. BULLOCK, 10 84 Auctioneer. 3A rj AGUES, fronting Seafield tfc I Road, being R.S.s 26727 and 26859. Offers are invited for this property. Exceptionally easy terms of payment. T. BULLOCK



FOE SALE, NEAR MAYFIELD, On the South Bank of the River Hinds. A FARM 0_F~948 ACBES, | Part of R.S. 19326. THE Land runs back about 40 or 50 chains from the river* is of excellent quality, and is watered by water races throughout its whole length. About 300 acres were laid down last spring. The fencing consists of heavy standards with seven wires. Terms as may be arranged. Apply to HARMAN & STEVENS, 9 233 Christchurch. j



TINWALD. FOR SALE-FOUR SECTIONS. One Acre All in one block. T. BOLLOfK FOR SALE. SUBURBAN PROPERTY. A N ACRE of First-class Land, together r% with a comfortable four-roomed Cottage. T. BULLOCK.



BUSINESS CHANGES. • WE beg to notify that we have this day transferred to MESSRS McDONALD and MoDIARMID, Boot *nd Shoe Manufacturers of Oamaru, the business lately carried on by us in East Street, and have much pleasure in be speaking for them the patronage so liberally accorded to us. S. ANDERSON AND CO.



J FOR SALE, VALUABLE SUBURBAN PROPERTY -j i~\ ACRES Magnificent Land, having Il' ' three frontages on Winter, Allen, and Middle roads, surrounded by well grown Plantations, Allenton Suburban District. Very desirable site for a private residence ; healthy locality. To be sold as a whole, or in two lots. Terms if required. T. BULLOCK TO LET, at a low rental, Shop and Dwellinghouse in Moore street, in Block known as Compton's Buildings. T. BULLOCK. L>OR SALE-Capitai Building Site, "' between Ailken and Grty Streets. One acre, being T.S. 851, and others. Terms if required. Also, one acre front ing tho Town Belt, West ; good site for a private residence. ' T. BULLOCK. MONEY. j ' I'lWO fppchl sums to If ul on Freehold a Security, viz , £500 and £200 at current rates. Arp'y to I T. BULLOCK. |



07 ITH reference to the above, we beg ** to announce that it is our inten tion to carry on the Boot and Shoe Busi ness in this toTin, and that we shall OPEN THIS DAY, 'SATURDAY), with a Frst-elass Stock at prices that must give satisfaction to the public.



McDonald cfMcDiarmid BOOT & SHOE MANUFACTURERS, Ashburton, Cam _tv, and Waimate. 10 76 piON'T RUN SHORT of Winter L.J Feed. Carson and Co. are selling the Best of Mangel, Carrot, and Turnip Seeds at Low Prices. IF YOU WANT First-class Dairy Produce go to Caukon and Go's They _re large buyers s_nd can offer the best assortment. IF YOU WaN 1' the beat value in Tea I try Carson and Co. They have just got in a fre.h stock <<f Indian, China, and Oylon at the REDUCED DUTY, and will give thtir Customers the bentfifc. IF YOU LIKR n'ca Scones try the 4 Snow B. king Powder ' (registered); manufactured by Carson and Co. It is the purest and best, and is packed in handy Glass Jar 3. IF YOU REQUIRE Vegetable or Flower Seeds, either Nimmo and Blair's or Arthur Yates, go to CARBON and Co. They keep tha B.sfc Selection in town, IF YOU WANT Garden or Farm Tools of any description, Dairy Requisites, American Churns, Floating Dairy Ther mometers. Barrel Churns, Milk Pans, Scales and Weight.", Spades, Digging Forks, Hoes, Rakes, Garden Lines, Plough Rein, Seaming Twine, Sheep Shears, Turkey Stones, Boiled and Raw Oil, Lamp Black, Blue and Red Raddle, Tuipentine, Wire Nails, Fencing Staples, Wire Netting from f to 2-lnch mesh, call at Carson and Co 's where you will get everything up to date both in prfca and quality. CaBSQJV AMU CO., Grocers and Ironmongers. IMPORTERS OF GLASS, CHINA, AND EARTHENWARE, TAWCRE.B STRKS.T. 1 65



PUBLIC NOTICE. DROMORE SCHOOL. A SOCIAL and DANCE, in aid of the School Priza Fur d, will be held on FRIDAY, Oc.ober 25, in the Railway Grain Shed. Admission, 2s 6d ; Ladies free. 10 83 Refreshments provided. JT. STEPHEN'S CHURCH O MEETINGS AND SERVICES. SUNDAY—B.3O, Holy Communion  11 a.m., Morning Prayer  2.45, Children's Services  3.30, Baptisms  6 30, Evening Prayer. 10 71



S II A W I m CV . DESIRING to supply a long felt want in Ashburton, I am pleased to notify to the Public generally, that I have just received a Specially Imported Chair Prom America, with tho very latest improvements, and so am now able to give my customers the most comfortable shave in town. R. D, WILSON, HAIRDRESSER, (Late McGregor's) in the premises of Mr C. PEROT, Tobacconist, East Street, (Nexr. Ashburton Drug Company). 10 63 " CHURCH. ANNUAL^REUNION ffIHE Ashburton Presbyterian Con 1_ gregation will hold their Annual Reunion in the Volunteer Drill Hall, Burnett Street West, on THURSDAY, OCTOBER 24.



Sporting. ASHBURTON TttOTTiwe ciiUe spring"meeting. mo BE HELD on the Agricultural JL. Show Grounds, Ashburton, on SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 1895. (Under the Rules of the Canterbury Metropolitan Trotting Association,)



!»IlOC._tlA.M_tlß I—l.ia p.m—Handicap Maiden (Saddle), of 20 soys ; second horse to receive 2 soys from the stake. 2-fominaiion 10s, acceptance 10a. Two miles 2—2.0 p.m—Lagjihok Handicap (Harness), of 20 soys ; second horse to receive 2 soys from the stake. Nomination 10s, acceptance 10s. Two miles 3—2.45 p.m—Ashburton RANDicAi'(Saddle) of 25 soys ; second horse to receive 3. soys from the stake. Nomination 12s 6d, acceptance 12s (M. Two miles 4—3.30 p.m—Farmers' Plate (Saddle), of 20 soys ; second horse to receive 2 soys from the stake To be confined to horses the ht-na fide property of Farmers resident in the Ashburton Comity, and must have been the property of such owners prior to September 1, 1895. Amateur riders, who have never won a trotting race, to be approved by the Club. Nomination 10s, acceptance 10s. Two miles 5—4.15 p.m—Electric Handicap (Harness) of 20 soys ; second horse to receive 2 soys from the stake. Nomination 10s, acceptance 10s. One mile 6—5.0 p.m—Dash Handicap (Saddle), of 20 soys ; second horse to receive 2 soys from the stake. Nomination 10s, accept* ance 10s. One mile



Tables will bo laid at 6 o'clock. After Meeting at 8 o'clock, EXCELLENT MUSICAL PRO. GRAMME, With full Orchestra. Addresses by Popular Speakers. 10 52 ' ashlburton" ~~~"~"~' WESLEYAN SUNDAY SCHOOL. Baring Square, ANNIVERSARY FESTIVAL SUNDAY, OCTOBER 27. OERMONS by the Rev J. Hosking, •^ D.D , and Special Music by Scholars, Choir and Orchestra, TEA AND LFCTURE, TUESDAY, OCTOBER £9. Lecture entitled " Science and the Bible," by Rev .1. Hosking, and Special Musical Selections by Scholars ?nd Choirs. Tea at t>. Lecture at 7.30. I Admission Is 6d ; Children half price. 10 34 _ pHOIOE FRUITS,-Peaches, bananas, v> ©ranges, lemons and tomatoes, at H, A. Fiowjsb, Fruiter and Confectioner, East ettrget,



DOMINATIONS must he in the hands of the Secretary by 0.30 p.m. on MONDAY, October 21, at the Commercial Hotel, Ashburton. Handicaps declared on SATURDAY, October 26 ACCKPTANCE3 will close at the same hour and place lon WEDNESDAY, October The Water Race has been deviated off the Track and the Culverts done away with, thus now making the Track perfectly level. .W« R. J. HENRY, Bcgrota.y



J public Notices. IBY PERMISSION OF THE COLONIAL I SECRETARY j ftraml Art Union OF JAPANESE WORKS OF ART. PROMOTED by ROBERT ELSTON. ■*• late Les.ee of the Oddfellows' Hall, destroyed by fire.) Limited number of Tickets at One Shilling each. Over 100 Prizes. ' FinsT Prize — Magnificent Japanese Screen, in Gold and Velvet— £7 7s Second Prize—Magnificent Japanese Screen, in Gold and Oloth—£3 3s Third Prize—Pair Handsome Vases —£2 2s Twenty Prizes, value One Guinea each— £21 j Twenty-Five Prizes, value Half-a- Guinea each ~£ 13 2s 6d Fifty-Five Other Valuable Prizes &8* On view at BLUE SHOP, Aroade. Drawn on November 14 9 17



Henry Zander- T HAVE ON HAND MY SEASON'S -*- SUPPLiT OF Finest Turnip @ecds,



Including Imperial Green Globe, Fosterton, Hybrid, White Stone, Stubble, Green and Purple Top Aber i deen, Mammoth, Swede, Devonshire Grey and Yellow Tankard Mangold A Carrot fteed. I Special Kinds, Machine Cleaned KAPE SEEdTKaPE SEED. All of the Purest Quality FERTILIZERS~IN STOOK Aoglo Continental Guano MANURES SHEEP~SHEAKS, SHEEP SHEARS, all brands, Also the COMBINATION T U * S .SHEFFIELD TURKEY & WASHITA OIL STONES SHEEP BEANDING OILS,



Blue, Red, and Black, In one and five-gallon drums (.ROUND AND LUMP RADDLE. | BOILED AND RAW LINSEED OIL, WOOLSACKS, Wool Packs full size and full weight Garden Tools in Great Variety GROCERIES, At Lowest Advertised Prices for Cash WINES & SPIRITS, ALES & STOUT of Best Brands, in Stock BICYCLES,~BICTCLES, Direct from the maker, and to be sold at English Prices I have Always for Sale—• CRUSHED OATS, OATEN SHEAF CHAFF OATS, BRAN, SHARPS, AND CHICKWHEAT. Henry Zander, GENERAL MERCHANT AND DIRECT IMPORTER. AGENT FOR- Sun Fire Insurance Office Australian Mutual Provident Society J T Ford and Co



An Lawrie & Co., SAUNDERS' BUILDINGS. ARE now Showing a full assortment of SPRING AND SUMMER GOODS, including — PRINTS, ZEPHYRS, CREPONS, SATTEENS, DELAINES, GALATEAS, DRESS MATERIALS in all the Latest designs. Muslin and Linen Aprons and Blouses, Sun Hats, Sun Bonnets, Laces, Ribbons, etc , etc. Men's and Boys' Straw Hats, Suits, Ties, Shirts in variety. Ladies' and Gents' Tan, Leather and Oanvas Shoes. THESE GOODS ARE ALL ENTIRELY NEW AND FASHIONABLE. All other departments are fully stocked with the Best Carefully Selected Goods and will be at EXTREMELY LOW RATES FOR C A S H. A. JLawrie & C-a,



LAZARUS'S SIGHT TESTING AND SPECIALITE SPECrACLES. Sole »|ent for Ashburton District, C C A L E X, JEWELLER. EAST STREET, ASHBURTON. LAZARUS Patented System ensures comfort and correct sight. Don't spoil your eyes by using badly fitting Spectacles. 5 9 fTaNDREWES & CO .—Sale now i on of Surplus Stock of Fancy Goods, Toys, Books, Stationery and Account Books, and all at greatly reduced j psicoa for cash, at L. F. Aw iiswes &Co



I Business JNOtiees The Canterbury frozen Meat and Dairy Produce Export Company, Limited* MANURBSEASON, 1895. nnHE Company has for Sale, Manure to suit all purposes and landg, at prices A rsnging from £2 17* 6i per ton, to £5 5s per ton. SPECIAL POTASH MANURES FOR CLOVER, POTATOES, & ORCHARDS. BONEDUST, ANIMAL MANURES, & SUPERPHOSPHATE, mixed ready for the drill. For List of Prices, etc., apply at the Company's Office, 191 Hereford Street, Christchurch, F. WAYMOUTH, Secretary. Or to DA VID THO-fl A«, Ashburton Agent. NEW ZEALAND LOAN & MERCANTILE AGENCY COMPANY, RAKAIA AGENTS. 10 57 TAILORING PRICES REDUCED TO MEET THE TIMES. NEW SUMMER GOODS, comprising a CHOICE SELECTION of the Finest Qualities and Patterns obtainable. pTvTe Guarantee Fit. Style, and Quality of Material equal to the best we have hitherto produced. And our prices are REDUCED 15s to 20j PER bUIT less than formerly, Men's all wool Tweed or Serge Suits to measure from 47s 6d Men s all wool Tweed or Serge Trousers to measure from 14s 6d Encourage Local Industry, Genuine Tailoring. Every Garment made on the Premises. Guaranteed to maintain our reputation as THE LEADING TATLORS AND OUTFITTERS. craigheadTmrryman. N.B—Order early to avoid the rash before the shows, etc, 8 148 £1 P^O LEND in One or More Sums, at Lowest Current rates, oa Firat-c.ass Freehold security. F, FERRIMAN. •THE undersigned is a Cash Buyer of Dry Bones, in large or small quantities delivered at the Bone Mill, Wakanui Road. F. FERRIMAN. TIQR SALE—A very Desirable Residence of eight rooms and Stables, to gether with half-acre of First-class land on S.E. Belt. Small cash deposit, balance at low rate of interest. F. FERRIMAN. FOR SALE. TOWN SECTIONS— 30 Acres First-class land, well watered, close to Dairy Factory 8 Acres Laud and Small House. F. FERRIMAN. PUBLIC NOTICE, fJIRESPASSERS on the land of the undersigned (fronting on Jones Road) will be prosecuted, without respect of persons, F. FERRIMAN MALCOLM MILLAR. Ashburton, September 20, 1895. SELLING ON. SELLIJSG ON h. m. "Tones ISI Selling the whole of his large and varied stock of STATIONERY, ACCOUNT BOOKS, and FANCY GOODS for lowest prices for CASH. NEW LINES OPENING UP. School Committees and Teaehera supplied with all School Requisites, at par with Christchurch prices. A special line of BLUE BLACK INK on draught, excellent quality. Cream laid Foolscap from 10s 6d per ream, Chalk, Blotting Paper, Pens, Pencils, Globes and School Books. Account Books Made to Order, Ruled, Printed and Bound as required, Any Books and Publications required procured from Local, Colonial, or Londo- Publishing Houses, NEW PIANOS from £26, sold on monthly payments of £1. ORGANS from £16. Easy Terms. Violins, Strings, Pegs, Bridges, Aceordians, Etc. Star, Humber Cycles for Ladies or Gentlemen, Latest Improvements, Best, Materials Second-hand Bicycles. Cash or Terms. Cycle Extras, Agent for Adams, Curtiea and Co., Christchurch. Send for catalogues. Buy the best jmachine ;yov can,*[Stars ape the best value obtainable. 11. M. «loiiefii



COAL | MOUNT SOMERS } COAL COAL | HOUSEHOLD | COAL COAL T HIS well-known and favorite House 1 hold Coal is now delivered at the following rates per 4 ton truck:— Westerfield Railway Station, 15s per ton, freight paid Ashburton Railway - Station, 16s per ton, freight paid ; Meth ven, 19s 6d, freight paid. All orders must be accompanied by ". ■*' cheque or P.O. t, e&er. GEORGE PARK, Mount Somers. fragrant and Comforting—.Nm Venus