New Zealand and Canada

Sydney, November 14 Mr Larke, the Canadian Commis sioner, says he found that Few Zea land knew nothing of the trade condi tions of Canada, and the farmers took alarm at the proposed reciprocal treaty, because they thought it would cut their trade to pieces, though as a matter of fact it would be the other way about. The timber trade also became alarmed, especially the. Kauri Timber Company, and that set the North Island against the treaty. There wasj moreover, no time to educate those interested, and the result was a small panic in regard to the treat). There are a large number of the members of the Parliament of New Zealand, according to Mr Larke, who would give a subsidy to the Vancouver mail service if the subsidy to th© San Francisco service were with drawn, but that, he explains, is not the intention of the promoters.

VILLAGE SETTLEMENTS

Adelaide, November 15 The report .of the select committee which was appointed to enquire iato the village settlement scheme, shows the expenditure contemplated under the Act—viz., £15,000—has been ex ceeded by £26,000. The average cash ' advanced to settlers was JSS9 per head, and the average total indebtedness £85 per head, Only one village was started where the residents possessed any considerable means. The number of villages, notwithstanding reinforce ments, decreased during the year by 150. The cost of living and clothing, including that of women and children, varied from sis to seven shillings a week. The number of acres now under cultivation is 3 } 275, of which 2,400 are planted in cereals. The inspector advised that the cereal industry should not be relied on. Only two settle ments might possibly manage without Government assistance 1 while it would be impossible for some to succeeds even with further assistance, under the present conditions.

THE PACIFIC CABLE

London, November 14 The .Agents-General are expecting Mr Piayford, the South Australian representative, to be present when they discuss the Pacific cable question with the Hon. Joseph Chamberlain on Tuesday.

The Baptist Union.

JNapier, November 14 The morning session of tha Baptist Union was mainly occupied in receiving district reports. In the afternoon there was a discussion on a motion—" That female members of churches be eligible as delegates to the Union." It was understood that there was a majority in its favor, but as only 14 out of 30 churches were repiesenteel it was withdrawn ; but notice of it was given for next session In the meantime, a copy of the notice is to be sent to every church in the Union. There was an interesting discussion on an address by the Rev Mr Drew on "Church finance," in which rafiles, lucky "tubs, and similar devices to raise money at bazaars were strongly condemned.

$HE ASHBTJBTON GUABDIANs SATURDAY, NOVEMBEE 16, 18&6.

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Sporting. TINWALD~ BACltf G CLUB. * SHiL MEETING. To be held on the Kacecourse, TINWALD, ON WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 1, 1896. PROGRAMME (Approved by the Canterbury Jockey Club and N.Z. Trotting Association. First race to start at 12.30 sharp.) I—New Year's Gifi Handicap, open, of 25 soys ; second horse to receive 5 soys from the stake. Seven furlongs. Nomi nation 10.», acceptance 10a. 2— Pony Race Handicap, open, of 20 soys; second 3 soys from the stake. For ponies 14.2 and under. Four furlongs. Nomination 7s Bd, acceptance lOs* Fonifts to be on the ground for measure ment at 12 30 3—Tinwald Cup Handicap, open, of 60 soys j second horse to receive 10 soys from the stake. One mile and a quarter. Open to horses that have never won a stake in an advertised race exceeding in value 150 soys. Winner of any handicap of 40 soys or over after declara tion of weights to carry a penalty of 7lbs. Nomination 1 soy, acceptance 1 soy 4—Tinwald Handicap Time Tbot, of 30 Boys ; second horse to receive 5 boys out of the stake. About two miles. Nomi nation 10s» acceptance 10s s—Welter Handicap, open, of 30 soys; second horse to receive 5 soys from the stake. Winner of the Cup to carry 71bs penalty. One mile. Nomination 10s, acceptance 10s 6—Novel Race, open, of 25 soys. Winner to become the property of the Club, I and to be sold by auction. Weight Bat, any overweight to be declared. Six furlongs Entrance 10s. 7— Flyino Handicap, open, of 30 boys; second horse to receive 5 eova from the sake. Winner of the Tinwald Cup, ; Welter Handicap, or New Year's Gift to carry 71ba penalty, or of both races to carry 141bs penalty. Six furlongs. Nomination 10s, acceptance 10s 8— Hurry Scurry, of 12 soys; second horse to receive 2 soys from the stake. For horses that have never won public money. Catch weights. Half a mile. Entrance 10s, immediately after Mying Handicap is run. )



National Mortgage & Agency. Company. ' - TVTATIONAL MORTGAGE AND j\ AGENCY COMPANY op NEW ZEALAND, Limited. Capital £1,000,000, Paid-up £200,000 HEAD Ot'FlCfi: 8 Great Winch estee Street, London BRANCHES: Chrlstchurch, Dunedin, Timaru, Oamaru, Invercargill, Wellington & Melbourne WOOL FOB, LOCAL SALE OR SHIPMENT, THE NATIONAL MORTGAGE AND AGENCY COMPANY OF NEW ZEALAND, Limited, are making Advances on Large or Small Wool Clipß intended for either local sale or shipment to London, at Lowest Current Rates of Interest and FREE of COMMISSION Wool for Local Sale should be con signed to-— NATIONAL MORTGAGE, CHRIST CHUKCH, and when for Shipment to NATIONAL MORTGAGE, LYTTELTON We have made very complete arrange ments in London for the disposal of Wool ' and can place our clients upon most i favorable terms



The Company's Shipments from the South Island alone last season amounted to over I8?OOO Bales» Clients are reminded that the Com pany s Articles of Association provide for Proceeds of Wool and Produce being Secure* under Separate Trust for the special account of principals WOOLPACKS, SEAMING TWINE and all Station Requisites Bupplied.! at Lowest Bates iNoTii —Wool consigned to the Company abLytt&lton for Shipment will be received into the Shaw, Savill and Albion Sheds Fkbe of Chaegb G. F.MARTIN, Manager, Christchureh. W. WALLIS, 10 119 Agent, Ashburton.



RULES AND REGULATIONS. I—The1 —The meeting will be held under the rules of racing. The Trotting Race imder the rules of the New Zealaud Trotting Association : 2—No entry will be received except on the condition that all claims, disputes, and objections arising out of the racing shall be decided by the Stewards or whom they may appoint. " Their decision on all points con nected with the carrying out of this pro gramme to be final 3—All races are open, with the exception of the Trot and Hurry Scurry, which are open only to horse*? resident in the district from October 1, 1895, to the date of meeting, and owned by a person who has resided ia the district for the same period 4_The district above mentioned is bounded on the north by the Selwyn river, and on the south by the Waitaki river s_-Pive per cent will be deducted from the gross of all moneys payable in accord ance with this programme, for the expenses of the course 6—All nomination, acceptance and entrance fees to go to the funds of the Club 7 —ln 1, 5, and 7 events, horses winning any race after the declaration of weights to carry 71bs penalty



NOMINATIONS Nominations for the New Year's Gift, Pony Race, Tinwald Cup, Trot, Welter, and Fiying Handicaps, accompanied by fee, name, age, description and performances of horse, and colors of riders, must be in the hands of the Secretary, at Lagan's hotel, Tinwald, not; later than 9 p.m. on WEDNESDAY, December 11, 1895. Nomi nations for Trot musb be accompanied by pedigree of horse and three last perform ances WEIGHTS. Weights will be declared on or about December 21



ACCEPTANCES. Acceptances for Handicaps and Entries for Novel Race must be in the hands of the Secretary, at Lagan's Hotel, Tinwald, not later than 9 p.m. on FRIDAY, Decembei 27, 1895. A. A. FOOK", 11 68 Secretary



JAMES POETER, Nurseryman and Seedsman, CLIFTON NURSERY, 107 Allenton, Ashburfcon.



Musical A OAKD Mrs A, 0, Cbridge, OF PIANOFORTE, ORGAN, and SINGING COX STREET, ASHBURTON. TERMS N APPLICATION THE VIOLIN. MISSBESSIE SIMMONDS Teacher of the Violin, SAUNDEKS' BUILDINGS, ASHBUKTON. 1895. PIANOFORTE, SINGING AND FRENCH. MRS F."MAKBIG, WILLS STREET WEST fpHE THIRD TERM WILL BEGIN 1 MONDAY, September 16. Vacancies in each of the above. Terms on application.



fjiiiswjeiiftiYJir Owe, PIANOFORTE, SINGING, & HARMONY, THE NEW TERM HAS JUST COMMENCED, INTENDING PUPILS kindly com municate as early as possible. Theoretical CJass for Preparation of Junior Intermediate and Senior Examina tion of the Trinity College, London, meets on SATURDAY MORNING at 8.30 a.m. ADDRESS, BOX 80, ASHBURTON. PL^FOIiTET^MiEIOAN ORGAN, ANDTHEOBYOF MUSIC. Mrs Bowman Fox, SAUNDEHS' BUILDINGS, (No 5 Entrance up Photographer's Stair case), and 'JCrevertou. Theory CJass Every Friday Aft 4 noo at; four o'clock MUSKL MISS CABSON HAS Resumed Teaching Pianoforte and Organ and will be able bo give her whole attention to her Pupils. For terms, etc., apply to Mrs Alcqrn, Have lock Sbreet, or at residence, Havelock Street. PnpUe could be boarded if re quired. 4 41 LF. ANDREWES & CO.—Sale now * on o Sorplns Stock of Fancy Goods, Toys, Books, Stationery and Account Books, and all at greatly rednced prigaa for cash, at L. F, Avdjuwm & Co



CARS©M All* CO., Grocers and Ironmongers, IMPORTERS OF GLASS, CHINA, AND EARTHENWARE, XAICBBD SVIKIIWK, W"~~anted~kn^wn7^ p. s Jeffries, leading Confectioner and Frniterer, of Eaeb Street, next the Corner. Hoi) Pies at any hoar and Tea and Coffee also. N.B, Lady Attendant Fruit of every description. Ladies



public Notices. Andrew Orr IS BHOWIKO A BEAUTIFUL SELECTION OF MILLINERY. TRIMMED HATS AND BONNETS FRENCH FLOWERS, LACES RIBBONS, Etc. CORSETS, In ED. Featherbone, Y. and N. Thompson's, and all the latest shapes DRESS~TWEEDS In French Costumes ol 7yds lengths, also Mosgiel, Kaiapoi and Boslyn, Choice Designs Splendid Assortment of Orepons, Prints, Galateas, Gloves, Hoisery, Umbrellas, Ties, and Curtains. EXCELLENT KID GLOVES, guaranteed, at 2s 6d per pair. MEN'S & BOYS' CLOTHING In endless variety; well cut, make I and style all that could be desired. Suits made to measure from 45a BOOT DEPARTMENT. ! The largest stock to select from in Canterbury, in English and Colonial Standard Boots; also Zealandia, in ?very style and fit. Ladies' and Gent Canvas Shoes in all sizes and colors. Ail sold at the Lowest Cash Prices.



Wool, Wool, Wool T AM PREPARED TO MAKE LIBERAL CASH ADVANCES WIIHOUT COMMISSION, on WOOL placed in my hands for Sate or for Shipment to England. SHEARING REQUISITES Of the Best Quality Supplied at CHEAPEST MARKET BATES. D. THOMAS, 0 Ashburton.



Flowers. Flowers. A LL lovers of Flowers are reminded •£*- that my Annuals, etc., from my first prize strains, will be ready for sending out first week in November, viz :—Asters, Annual Chrysanthemums, Gaillardias, Lobelia, Marigolds, Phlox Drummondii, Petuniap, Stocks, Verbenas, Zinnias. Also, Geraniums, Dahlias, Chrysanthe mums, Tomato Plants, etc. N.B.—All orders by post or otherwise will receive my prompt attention.



SHA VIMC*. DESIRING to supply a long felt want in Ash burton, I am pleased to notify to the Public generally, that I have jusfc received a Specially Imported Chair From America, with the very latest improvements, and so am now able to give my customers the mosb comfortable shave in town. R. D. WILSON, HAIRDRESSER, (Late McGregor's) in the premises of Mr a.PBKCY Tobacconist, East Street, (Nexc Afihbarton Drug Company). 10 66 DON'T HUN SHORT of Winter Feed. Carson and Co. are selling the Best of Mangel, Carrot, and Tarnip Seeds at Low Prices. IF YOU WANT First-class Dairy Prodnee go fco Carson and Cos. They are large buyers and can offer the best assortment, IF YOU WANT the besb value in Tea try Carson and Co. They have jusfc got in a fresh stock of Indian, China, and Ceylon at the REDUCED DUTY, and will give their Customers the benefit. IF YOU LIKE nice Scones try the ' Bnow Baking Powder' (registered) ; manufactured by Carson and Co. It is the purest and best, and is packed in handy Glass Jars. IF YOU REQUIRE Vegetable or Flower Seeds, either Nimmo and Blair's or Arthur Yates, go to Carson and Co. They keep the Best 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 Weights^ 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, Turpentine, Wire Nails, Fencing Staples, Wire Netting from f to 2-inch mesh, call at Carson and Co.'s where you will get verything up to date both In price and quality.



Immense V^\\^ I |Lmoleums Stock I I l^\ i Wholesale Carpets t» I and \ Prices. THE CHEAPEST LIFE POLICY IN HEW ZEALAND IS ISSt'ED BY THE MUTUAL LIFE ASSOCIATION OF AUSTRALASIA. Specimen Bates: Whole-life Assurance without Profits. Annual Premium during * * firat five years. 20 £0 15s lOd 25 £0 18a Sd 30 £1 Is 9d 35 £1 5s 4d 40 £1 10s 3d 45 £1 17s Id THE MDTUAL LIFE OF AUS TRALASIA is the only office which issues Limited Premium and Endowment Assurance Policies at half-premium rates. Send for a copy of "The Helping Hand," which contains full particulars, to }^otauK MB . Branch Office, 160 \Chas. H. Cotton, Hereford st., Ch.Ch./ Acting District Sec 10 145 A. Lawrie &Co^ SAUNDERS' BUILDINGS.



ARE now|Showing a full'ftssortment of SPRING AND SUMMER GOODS, including— PRINTS, ZEPHYRS, CREPONS, SATTIENS, DELAFNES,! GALATEAS, DRESS MATERIALS in all the Latest 'designs.



Muslin and Linen Aprons and Blouses San Hats, Sun Bonnets, Laces, Ribbons,, etc., etc. Men'b and Boys' Straw Hats, Suits, Ties, Shirts in variety. Ladies' and Gents' Tan, Leather and Oanvas Shoes. —! I™vi™ oOiSn AßE 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 CASH. A. .Lawrie & Co,,



_... --———_J^B^!H e3 -w t-lc'~-t WHAT DOES THIS MEAN? JjURING D0r08ER.,1895. we took uJore orders for Suits, &o , than ever we naa before for any month aince the Establishment; of nor Business (1888) TJwrS^i^??^ 8 for *tself> and shows that the Publ»c appreciate our «mxuf saSoti°sn *" they °" rely °n °°r repiltatio° for AN APOLOGY We wish to apologise to those friends whose orders we were compelled to refuse owing to the rush before the show COME EARLY w«<i? US iT^ MEIi S rel alping Suite, Ac, for the Christmas Holidays are Kindly asked to leave their orders as early as possible to avoid the inevitable rash and disappointment rRAIGHEAI>~*~ BRiMKYHAW, THE LEADING TAILORS & OUTFITTERS, ASH BURTON SHEARMAN BROS,, GROCERS AND IRONMONGERS, WE HAVE just received from the well-known firm of Maoongohii Bros 0 London, a consignment of ENGLISH MARMALADE, in lib Glass Jars HERRINGS in Tomato Sauce. Fresh Silvoceaa KIPPERED HERRINGS, Etc. All the above being this season's goods, are perfectly fresh, therefore we can, with confidence, strongly recommend them to our customers as splendid table delicacies. We have also just opened a choice assortment of refreshing Summer Drinks, including Paramatta Lime Juice, Ship's Lime Juice, Lime Juice Cordial, Lemon Syrup, Raspberry Vinegar, Etc. SHEW SHEARS. S SHBEP SHEARS. We have m Stock the famous 8.8.A. Sheep Shears j also a nice lot of Turkey Oilstones. Soie Agent for the Tiger Blended Teas, in Mb and lib packets, 61b and 101b Oal ß2r e ™r^ ddaily Ordera °y Poßt despatched with ponctnality. CMifiAPEST HOUSE in Ashburton for GROCERIES, CROCKERY * HARD WARE. SATISf ACTION IS OUR MOTTO. , SHEARMAN BROS., MARKET HOUSE.



PAPERHANGINGS OUR LATEST SHIPMENT of 1895-96 W&XL PAPERS have just cometo hand, and for Quality, Ddsign, and Cheapness, have never been approached in Ashburton. A Splendid Assortment to choos* from, there being upwards of 227 different patterns. The Papers are direct from tße famous manufactory of Messrs Oablyle& Clegg, London'; J. WILSON, PAINTER, PAPERHANGER, AND SIGN-WRITER 10 177 Corner of Arcade, Ashburton.



£19^0 T° LENI> in One orlMore Som8 i at] Lowest Current rates, on First-class Freehold security. ! ' F. FERRIMAN.f IT!HE undersigned is a Cash Buyer of Dry Bones, in large or small quan tities'delivered at the Bone Mill, Wakanui Road. F. FERRIMAN.



TIOR SALE—A very Desirable Residence of eight rooms and Stables, together with half-acre of First-class land- on S.E, Belt. Small cash deposit, balance at low rate of interest. F. FERRIMAN] FOX SALE. TOWN SEOTIONS -30 Acres First-class land, well watered, close to Dairy Factory 3|Acres Land and Small House. \ F. FBRRIMAN. PUBLIC KoSBE, TRESPASSERS on the land of the undersigned |(£rontingj'oß| Joneij Road)"will be prosecuted, without respect of persons. F. FIURIMANj MALCOLM MILLAR. Ashburton, September 20, 1&9& > H^. ,„,„,,. ■„..... H H . . j _ BRIDGE WORKS, ASHBURTOH. f n \ THOMAS E. KXLWORTH, ENGINEER. gTEAM ENGINE^ PUMPS, HOT AN[D OOLD WA[TER API'APATUS FOR ALL PURPOSES. -AGENT FOR- M« iLftreo' (Leeds) Traction Engines 0' foasley'B Oil and G»s Enginei Ni»l»a^ Portable Blait Furnace*.



Stud Notices. STUD HORs Ea. NOTrOE 10 HORSE BRfiED&KB. li/TR J. R. BEGG'S Carriage Stallion Boomerang Will travel the same Districts as las year. 9 180 TTHE THOROUGHBRED STALLION FRIVOLITY, (Cabogan—Nonsense, Albany—No Name) Will Travel in the WAKANUI AND SURROUNDING DISTRICTS THIS SEASON. For further particulars see Cards or apply to D. COOHRANE, 3mm., 9 117 Proprietor Wakanui THE THOROUGHBRED STALLION GORTON



WILL TRAVEL THIS SEASON IN THE ASHBUBTON COUNTY, and Stand at his Owner's Farm. GOBTON, by Thunderbolt—Lyra, is * chestnut, stands nearly 17 hands high, and his Pedigree shows him to be descended both on dam and sire's sides* from the moat successful racing stock in England. Thunderbolt was probably the most brilliant horse in England of his day, having beatea Buccaneer (who is credited with the fastest mile on record—l.3B), the only time they met; he is also rhe sir« of some of the greatest racehorses in England. The pedigree of Lyra speaks for itself, being by Thormanby {sire of Albany), one of England's most fashionable sires, oat of a Touchstone mare. • Gorton is the sire of such well-known per« formers as Blizzard, St Malo, Pique, Oon jurer, Emmason, Langley, Enfield, Mistral, Rothamstead, Warrington, Errington, Rancor, and Enroclydon which ran second in the autumn Challenge Stakes and won the New Zealand Gup, Derby, and Canter bury Cup. For further particulars apply to SAMUEL BROWN, Proprietor, Melrose Farm, Wakaaui, Ashburton.



SEASON 1895. TO STAND this Season and Travel the LACJBJSTONand neighboring Districts, The PUREBRED CLYDESDALE HORSE I FBOTBCTIOft PROTECTION is a dark brown, standing sixteen hands two inches on good legß, with immense bone and plenty of ham He n compactly built, has sp'endid sound feet, and is a magnificent movei. He is perfectly quiet and good tempered, and is broken to all kinds of work. He has proved himself a sure foal-getter PEDIGREE PROTECTION was bred by Mr James Henderson, Aparima Estate, Southland, and is by Mr Russell's unrivalled Extinguisher. Extinguisher's dam is Maggie McCormaok, by Sir William Wallace, dam Miss McCormack. Miss MeCormack by Lincoln* shire Hero, grand-dam by Black Champion (imported). Miss McCormack was imported by the late David Nesbit, from McCormack Bros., Tasmania PROTECTION'S dam, Maggie, bred by Mr Henderson, Southland, is by Mr McKellar's Prince Royal, Christehuroh j grand-dam, Old Maggie, by Old Prince of Wales (imported). Prince Royal is by Mclntosh'a Prince Charlie (imported from Scotland to Victoria). Itv will be seen by the foregoing pedigree that PROTECTION has descended tiom the best apd rnosb fashionable blood in Scotland and the Colonies TERMS—On application. Guarantees as per agreement. Groomage fee, 5s ; payable at first service All season or guarantee mares, if sold or exchanged, to be held as in foal PETER DRUMMOND, 254 Lauriston.



FttDlie 'Notices. WAMTiD JvNOWN""THAT J. MOISON 18 STILL THE LEADING BOOTMAKER For Best Workmanship and Reliability and Punctuality. Always on thp, spot personally to attend tc, the proper needs anc\ care of his customers, v No changing about, beJ'ag locally too well rooted. The public have every advantage in patronising him; their money remains in the place, and they get the best value in Boots and Shoes in Ashburton, THE CHOICEST STOCKS OF ALL KINDS ALWAYS ON HAND. Repairs done at once at 3. MOISON'S MPERMEABLE BOOTMAKER, EAST STREET, ASHBtJKTQN.



COAL | MOUNT SOMERIS } COAL COAL j HOUSEHOLD | 004 L COAL HP HIS well-known and favorite Monse 1 hold Coal is now delivered at the following rates per 4 ton track :~- Westerfield Railway Station, 158 per ton, freight paid. Ashborton Railway Station, 16s per ton, freight paid j Meth ven, 19s 6d, freight paid. All orders most be accompanied cheque or P.O. vfder, GEORGE PARK, Mount Somers. mH E COLONIAL MUTUAL LIFE ASSURANCE SOGUTX, (limited) offices in all the colonies and Ist i the united kingdom TOTAL NEW BUSINESS since commencement of the Society exceed TWENTY-ONE MILLIONS, Being an average of a million for each year of its existence. PREMIUMS MODERATE.



Claims paid immediately on proof of death and title. Policies kept in force out of Sur render Value as long as there ia sufficient to pay one quarterly premium. Write for Proposal Forms and all informa tion to E. 0. YOUNG, Canterbury District Agent. B. £. BESTELL, Local Ageat; or ABTHUB E. OIBBS, Seoretary for New Zealand, Wellington. 10 154 | WANTED Known—24o Pairs of Sample Boots at cost price,™ Mellor's Zealandja Boot Store.