MAIL NOTICES.

Mails close for the following places as under, subject to the necessary altera tions: — TUESDAY, DECEMBER 24, For United Kingdom, Continents of Europe and America, (via San Francisco), Hawaiian Islands and Samoa, and also for Northern ports of New Zealand, per Taka puna, as follows:—Letters, Books, and newspaper-, 615 p,m.; money orders 3 p.m. registered letters, 5 p.m. Due London January 29fch. Note.—On December 25th, Christmas Day, the Post Office will be closed in all branches, All mails will be closed afc 6.30 a.m. . On December 26bh, Boxing Day, the Post Office will be open from 9 a.m. till 1Q a.m. only. There will be one delivery by letter carriers, commencing at $ a.m., and no mails wil' fee daspatched $fter 10 a.m. The next parcels mails; for th,e United Kingdom, Europe, &c, will close on or about Deoembei 27th, per K»ik©\ir», f CQm w«liio|» tea

Ashburton Guardian. Magna est Veritas et Prævalebit. MONDAY, DECEMBER 23, 1895

While the United States President is j shaking his list at Britain over the' Yen ezuelan the affair, and Lord MONROE doctrine. Salisbury is as good as telling Grover Cleveland to mind his own business, the following little history of the Monroe doctrine is worth printing. We are indebted for it to the Dunedin Star :—ln his seventh annual Message to OongresSj December 2, 1898, President Monroe laid down, broadly and clearly, the doctrine held by his Government concerning the relations subsisting between America and the nations of Europe. The cause of the declaration was the antagonism of the two political systems of Europe and America, and the object was not merely to prevent danger of invasion. I i The Holy Alliance for the maintenance of the order of things which had been established in Europe had take under its advisement to extend its care to the young American Republics of Spanish oregin, and to convert them into monarchies, to be governed by Sov ereigns of European stocks. It was against the extension of this European system to the two Americas that President Monroe protested in his famous Message. After alluding to the struggle for liberty in Greece, and to the disappointment of our expecta tions in regard to Spain and Portugal, President Monroe said: "In wars of the European Powers, in matters relating

to themselves, we have never taken part, nor does it comport -with our policy to do so. It is only when our rights are invaded, or seriously 'menaced, that we resent injuries 01 make preparation for our defence. With the movements in this hemis phere we are of necesss'ty more im mediately connected, and by causes which must be obvious to all en lightened and impartial observers. The political system of the Allied Powers! is essentially different in this respect from that of America. This difference proceeds from that which exists in their respective governments. And to the defence of our own, which has deen achieved with so much ex pense of blood and treasure, and matured by the wisdom of oar most enlightened citizens, and under which we have enjoyed most 'un exampled felicity, this whole nation is devoted. We owe it, therefore, to" candor and to the amicable relations subsisting between the United States and these Powers to declare that we should consider any attempt on their part to extend their system to any portion of this hemisphere as dangerous to our peace and safety. With the existing colonies or dependencies of any European Power we have not interfered and we shall not interfere. But with the Governments who have declared their independence and main tained it, and whose independence we have on great considerations and on just principles acknowledged, we could Eot view any interposition for the purposes of oppressing them or con trolling in any other manner their destiny by any European Power in any other light-tfran as the manifestation of an unfriendly disposition towards the United States. In the war be tween these Governments and Spain we declared our neutrality at the time of their recognition, and to this we have adhered, and shall continue to adhere, provided no change shall occur, which, in the judgment of the competent authorities of this Govern ment, shall make a corresponding change on the part of the United States indispensable to their security." He also informs Congress that in the pending negotiations with Russia, which he had entered upon through a desire " by this friendly proceeding of manifesting the great value which we have invariably attached to the friendship of the Emperor, and our solicitude to cultivate the best under standing with its Government," he had judged the occasion a proper one for " asserting, as a principle in which the rights and interests of the United States are involved, that the American continents, by the free and inde pendent condition which they have assumed and maintain, are henceforth not to be considered subjects for coloni sation by any European Power." The paragraphs of the Message, taken together, present three distinct articles of faith or principles of action :— 1. That the American continents (leav ing out the islands) are henceforth not to be considered subjects for any future colonisation by any European nation. 2. That we shall consider any atempt 0^ the part of the European Powers to extend their political system to any portion of this hemisphere as " dangerous to our peace and safety/ and to be counteracted or provided against as we shall deem advisable in any case. 3. That for any European Power to interfere with any American Government for the purpose of oppressing or dictating to it unjustly, or of controlling its destiny by force or threats, would be viewed by us as "the manifestation of an unfriendly disposition towards the United States," which we should be called upon to notice by protest or remonstrance, or in suph way as we should think our honor and interest required. The Monroe doctrine, in short, is simply j the extension to all the political com-: munities of the New World of the declaration made by our ancestors for the British colonies in 1776 thas they were "and of right ought to be free anc} independent States." The fact that the doctrine has never received the formal endorsement of Congress has neither diminished its moral effect nor impaired its practical efficacy whenever the opportunity for its assertiou has occurred.

LOCAL AND GENERAL.

Cable newts will be found on fourth page. Sir Patrick Buckley has been sworn in as a Judge. j", Stanabury has put np the first deposit of £100 for the match against Harding. The race will probably take place on the Thames at the end of August. Stausbmy intends to leave for England in Peo ruary. The special meeting of tke Domain Board convened to consider the raattter referred to in the rider of the jury in the Domain drowning case takes place i this evening in the Borough Council chambers, and not on Thursday, as stated in our Saturdays issue. " Sprinter " sends us the following tips for the amateur events at the Rakaia Sports, to be held on Boxing Day :— SIOO Yards—J. F. Henry, syds, 1; J. O'Neill, 4yds, 2, 200 Yards—JL. Broad, scratch, 1; J. F. Henry, 13yds, 2. 440 Yards—L. Broad, scratch, 1; J. O'Neill, 28yds, 2. Judge Wilson's Court;, sitting lately In Rotorua and Waikafco, has made partition ordere in favour of the Crown for 60 blocks of land, containing 267,234 acres; also orders in favour of thn JNatives for 105 blocks, containing 248,139 acres, total 515 373. These blocks are scattered over the country from the Buy of Plenty to the southern boundary of the province of Auckland. The advertised limelight exhibition took place on Thursday evening in the Primi tive Church, there being sixty or seventy persons present. About one hundred slides were gone through, among which were views of the * Wreck of the Waira rapa,' two illustrated temperance tales, and some comic slides. Connective recitations and readings, explanatory of the pictures were given. A vote of thanks to Mr Murray brought to a close a profitable two hours' amusement and i instruction,

On Friday last as Mr F. Lewis, veterin ary surgeon, of Tinwald, was standing on a box to drench a horse, he was knocked down by the animal, and had his shoulder dislocated.—On Saturday a little son of Mr John Welsh, near the mill, fell out of an apple tree on to a dead branch, the jagged ends of which badly lacerated the caif of his leg. Dr Leahy attended to both sufferers, and extracted several splinters from the boy's leg, and the telephone proved of great service in saving time in bringing aid to the patients. The Triad Musical Album Christmas number, Aehbnrten edition, is , now obtainable free from any of the following firms :—L. F. Andrews and Co., Ashbur ton Drapery Co., J. Mellor, Horace Gates, and the New Zealand Clothing Factory. The album contains thirteen good songs and pieces and the cover is beautifully printed in gold. In fact 10s worth of music any be obtained free, by ,anyona who makes his Christmas pur chases from any of the abova mentioned firms. Those debiting the album should apply early, as only a limited number has been printed. A tomb of considerable importance for the variety and richness ot its contents has been unearthed. A round the skeleton of a woman busied in it (probably a priestess) lay numerous objects of female ornament, among which were some very finely executed ear-rings with amber globules, some brooches in bronze and iron, many rings in gold and silver, and some bronza bracelets. The rest of the contents of the grave consisted of some seventy vases of various forms, three Egyptian scarabaei, and a statuette of Isis in ivory. These last objects point to some relation between the Eleusinian mysteries of Egypt, as indicated a short time ago by M. Foncart, Great complaints have been made for a long while past respecting a flock of geese trespassing in the cemetery where they go upon the graves, pulling out the flowers for the sake of the water in the vases, trample down "the growing fiowera and leave a scene of ruin and desolation in hallowed spots that had been made beautiful by loving hands, (some of the sufferers on complaining to the officers of the Cemetery Hoard have been advised to " impound the.buds." Now the persons who perform these labours of love on the graves of their lost friends and relations are chiefly ladies"; are they expected to drive a flock of geese for two miles along a dusty road to the Ashburton pound ? Or will the Cemetery Board by a hiut to fcheir caretaker, or other steps, endeavour to put a stop to the damage being done. We notice in the recent School of Arts examinations Miss Ethel S. Jones of Ash burcou secured quite a long list of honor?, as^follows: second grade "excellent" passes in free hand, perspective and blackboard. In the advanced second 'grade or art class teacher's certificate, second class certificate, group of models in sepia, ornament in light and shade from the cast, and applied elementary design, first class, and in personal examin ation, first class in light and shade from the oast and second class in modelling in clay, . The funeral of the late Mr Murdoch Bruce took place on Sunday, and was very largely attended. The procession started from the house of Mr Charles Reid in Wills street west, where the deceased was nursed during his last illness, and in which he died. The route followed was by way of Park street, down past the Presbyterian Church to East street, and by that street to the cemetery. The length of the procession and the class of people who formed it showed the high j esteem in which deceased was held, for most of the pioneer families in the district were represented, and there were farmers and others from all parts of the county, notwithstanding the very short notice that had been given, By the tinve the hearse had reached the Commercial hotel the last of the horsemen had not passed the Library, and at every cross street on the way the procession was joined by fresh vehicles that had been waiting to join it. When the coffin had been borne to the grave by four pioneers of the county, and placed upon the cross spokes to await the service, it was seen that an immense cloud of beautiful wreaths covered it, many having been brought by friends from long distances. The Rev. B. B. lnglis conducted the service, which was opened by the singing of " Shall we gather at the river," The rev. gentleman read the portions of scripture specially suited to such a scene, and offered up a prayer of thanksgiving for th§l®as©nathe life of deceased had. left" to his family, his neighbors, aad all who knew him, cf beaeechpsent for comfort to those who had been left behind him whose pain and -orrow had ended and who had entered into the rest that remaineth, and of trace for those around that the emblems of mor tality before their eyes would Induce them to number their dap wd apply their hearts into wisdom. The service was an impressive une indeed, Holloway'g Pille—Enfeebled exiatenee— This modioine embraces every attribute re quired iv a general and domestic remedy It overturns the foundations of disease i&jtl hf defective food and impure air In obstructions or congestions of the Ijver, lungs, bowels, or any other organ, these pills are especially serviceable and eminently &uooessful They should be kept in readiness in every family, being a medicine o! incomparable utility far young persons, eapeoiftlly those of feeble constitutions They never cause pain or irritate the most sensitive nerves or most tender bowels Holloway's Pills are the bfs known pmifiajs of the blood, the most active promoters of absorption and eeamtion, where by all poisonous and most obnoxious particles are removed ttom both solids and Salic

More Deaths from Thirst.

Perth, December 21

Another digger named Mountjoy died from thirst near Oue,

More Gold.

Perth, December 21

Oonaiderable excitement prevails over the reported discovery of a 300oz nugget in the Devon Consols mine at Black Flag. A number of small nuggets have been obtained in the same locality, and a rush has set in, and the country is pegged out for miles. The surface of Lake Ewen adjoining is marked out in claims, as the reef can be traced for about a mile.

THE TICK PEST

Brisbane, December 21

Tbe tick pest is assuming sush alarming dimensions that infested dis tricts are declared quarantine grounds.

Australian Politics.

BOUVH AI7BVJRAI.IA-

Adelaide, December 21

The conference of the two Houses resulted in a compromise on the Pastoral Bill, which was passed. The Opium Bill was amended so as to prohibit the sale of any drag to aborigines only, and was then passed. Government dropped tiro. Licensed Victuallers Bill and Electoral Bills, and Parliament has been prorogued to March 1. . ,

Postal Conference.

Sydney, December 21

The Premier has received a oahle message* from Mr Ward stating that it is doubtful whether he will be able to attend the Pacific Cable Conference if held in Australia. In communications passing on the matter it has been pointed oat that it is impossible for* the Australian Postmaster-General to* visit New Zealand. If possible, Mr Want, Attorney-General, will leave* today en a two months visit to Japan, otherwise on Monday.

GENERAL BOOTH

Perth, DecembavJSl

General Booth in West Australia addressed several large meetings on the social evil question. He stated he had had correspondence with Govern ment in reference to starting one of his Oolonies in Western Australia, but he is dissatisfied with the result. The attitude of the Premier is that therein no need to allow farther concessions: than the present liberal land laws giva. Mr Steere is opposed to the scheme, which he says is opposed to the Federal spirit of Australasia. General Booth says he did not come expressly to seek land for an oversea colony or ask bpecial concessions. He had been, approached by parsons who favored the* scheme and as the colony possessed, certain advantages, if the people were- what they seemed to be in private^ conversation, perhaps he would settle* and start the Colony,

Loan and Mercantile Company.

London, December 22

At the meeting of the New Zealand Loan and Mercantile Agency Com pany, the report was adopted. Mr Edward Martin, the chairman* said the company possessed an ample liquid working capital for all requirements. The results of last year's operations went far to preclude a likelihood of the call of £847,000. The auditor's report was covered chiefly by the Bank's confidential report, and the Directors did not adopt the auditors* 1 figures. On the motion for the re election of the auditors, Mr Young said he was willing to act if re-elected. Be considered such reports to be in, the interests of the company. Mr Martin complained that the auditors had delayed the issue of the balance sheet, and declared that the Board would resign if Mr Young were re-elected. The meeting ultimately elected Mr 0. V. Kemp, of Messrs Kemp, Ford, and 00., in Mr Young's place.

SPORTING.

Melbourne;, December 21

Trenton and Carnage have been shipped for London In the steamer * Orizaba. Both horses are in splendid condition,, and are insured for their fall value during the voyage.

METHVEN SPORTS.

The following are the nominations for the Methven New Tear's Day Sports :— Maiden Tbot—Actress, L'Abbeia d& Gouare, Chips, Newluce, Masher, Darkie r Maid ef Erin, Diana Handicap Tkot—Actress, L'Abbess d& Gouare, Darkle, Poppy, Tabifcha, Biddy, Diana . , Mbteyen Plate—Miss Lord, Regent, Plough boy, Flyaway, Silver King, May Queen, Memoir, Lapwing Ladies' Purse—Miss Lord, Regent;, Tesaa, Ploaghboy, Flyaway, Silver King, Memoir, Bit of Blue, Lapwing The Trot handicaps will be declared on December 27° The Railway Department will ran a train from Bakala after the arrival ef the morning train from Ohrlat ohurch, returning to Rakaia to meet; th» evening train from Ohratchurch

THE WEATHER.

ALFORD STATION.

The following is the Meteorological report) for the week ending Deeambew 20, 1895:—.

Owing to scarcity of sheep fib for fmz ing in Hawkesßay, Nelson Bros will only employ lees than half the usual coraple | merit of hands this season, and will nob open till January 14. The great clearing sal© ©f S- Anderson* stock of Boots and Shoes, announced by McDonald and MeDiABMio is comuiie to a close witlyu ten days. Secure a pair, of Boots at ojfipe at the reduced price. - 11 158 Sometime ago I waa troubled wjithan attack of rheumatism. I used Chamberlain's Pain Balm and was completely cured. I have since advised many of my friends and custo mers to try the remedy and all speak highly of it. Simon Fojdbaum, San Luis Bey, Onf* For E*l*by A6UB7BTON DRUG CoMFASH?

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Business Notices. Cheaper Than Ever. G. J. NEI L L IN Premises lately occupied by F. Nokes, Bootmaker, next Shkarmah Bros Ladies' Trimmed Hats 4s lid Boys' and Girls' Sailor Hats lOd each MILLINERY OF EVERY DESCRIPTION. Ladies' Norfold Bodice 2s U New Dress Goods Goods 6|d Good Washing Prints 3s lid dozen Hew Dress Goods Is Good White Muslin 3a lid dozen Corsets 2s 3d pair GLOVES AND RIBBONS AT YOUR OWN PRICE. Men's All Wool Colonial Tweed Suita 19a 6d Boys' Trousers at Any Price Men's Ksdapoi Tweed Suits 22s 6d Men's Trousers 5s lid BOyBHATS, 33OAFS, SHIRTS, ANDJTIES AT HALF PRICE BOOTS. BOOTS. BOOTS. AH Our Boots are made Specially to our order. Every Pair Guaranteed. Men's Nail Shooters 7s lid Women^s Shoe* i* M Men's Bluchers 4s 9d Women's Shoes 5s lid MOnM ImBOOIS % SHOESJ3F BVBRY DESCRIPTION G- J- NEILL, BPRNETT STREET NEXT SHEARMAN BROS.



Nrew Jewellery for Christmas and lew Year Presents JUST RKOEIVED DIRECT FROM THE HOME MANUFACTURERS. A NICE SELECTION OF SMALL AfcD INEXPENSIVE ARTICLES SUITABLE FOR CHBISTSEAfi PREiBITI. X" Pay a Visit to the Leading Jewellery Establishment in the district, where is to be seen the Largest and Finest Stock of Gold and Silver Jewellery # 8.-—AU Goods marked in plain figures specially Low for the CHRISTMAS TRADE. 1)1 X IT WATCHES, Open face and Hunting cases, from 20s to 80s, are the Best S. SAL EX, WATCHMAKER AND JEWELLEE, EAST STREET. ~~ CHRISTMAS 1885. the Compliments of tlie Season to AIL FLETCHER BROS.. II AVti JUST UKCEIVED their First Shipment of New Season's Fruit 11 and it is Without Doubt some of THE FINEST FRUIT THAT HAS EVER CuME TO THIS MARKET | 40 Cases Finest Vostizza Currants i a Cases Preserved Peaches 10 O^es Finest Bleme Raisins | 6 Cases Preserved Apricots ] 0 Cases Finest Valencia* ! ;> gases Preserved Pears, etc^ •>0 Cases Finest Sultanas | 10 Boxes. Muscatels, Spanish and "2 Cases Finest French Prunes j Cahforman 50 Dozen Knence Lemon, 25 dozen o Boxes Persian Dates Es«ence Vanilla, Cochineal, etc., 10 Boxes Turkey Figs specially prepared for Fletcher 5 Oases Preserved Ginger tT 5 Boxes Dessicated Cocoanufc 3 Cwt Iceing Sugar 2 Oases Valencia Almonds 2 Cases Jordan Almonds ? Sacks Walnuts 3 Cases Sicily Almonds J Sacks Barcelona Nuts 5 Owt Scotch Mixtures 5 Owt Conversations Reason 1895-911* We have in Stock arid to Arrive 1/*5 TONS OF FINJSST OaNB «UGAR IN 561b and 701b BAGS. This Sugar can be thoroughly relied upon for making jam of finest quality. This Su»or is solely used by Kirkpatnck in the xnanfacture of their Celebrated «X' Jams, Jam Jars. «^am Jars, IH ALL PORTS AND SHSKS AT PRICES WITHIN THE REACH OF ALL vVJljar- quarts and half-gallon sizes ; lib Glass Jars with tops, 21b GlaU Jar, «iUi tops j White Jar, three in a »ice line-of IUMBLEKS, AT A \HRY LOW flttUUbj Bellini Patent lllllk Bucket. Wo hive in stock these celebrated Bucketa, with or without Stnber. Tim U ppallv a Splendid Patent and is a much superior idea to the old afcjle.of iuckct. ' 'the following *re five reasons why you should buy one:-. (1) It is perfect for holding between the knees while milking (•>.) The corner forms a lip for easy pouring (3) It is much easier to carry than the round bucket (I) It is not so cumoersorae (5) It wili hold three and a half gallons FLETCHER BROS., CA.SBL SUPPLY STORES, BAST STREET, ASHBU BTO N, AND U6 and 118 High Street, Ghristchurch.



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Wanted. WANTED a strong active boy, able to milk, drive, and make himself useful.—Apply Mail Office. 12 153 LSTON'S FANG* FAIR—No money refused. All over in a few days. Is, 6d, and 3d tables. Will be the run of the Eeason. 12 151 E~~LSTON'S FANCY FAIR-South end of Arcade. Gome and see 3d, 6d, and le tablet. Evwrything to be sold off In a few days. 12 150 •tU-STON'S~FANOY FA IR—Every -*-^ thing must be sold in a few days, Gomei and see oar Is, 61, t»nd 3d tables 12149 WANTED Known—MksSmith, Dress maker (late of London West), has Removed from Cameron street to Have lock street, opposite Army Barracks. ___J12J48 .4/ ANTED, to Lease, in Gerald me or VV Aahburton. counties, House, con taining §ye or six rooms, bathroom with garden and paddock. — Erummqnd- Sharpe, Mount Fyffe, Kaikousa, Marl boro. 12 152 COME and see the Is Stall Wonder ful values for all; best cash value better than a trumpery present. Cards, Booklets, beautifully finished, in great variety. Must be sold. Packets excep tional value.— H. M. Jones. FOR SALE— Four-roomed House, Waahhouse, Two-stalled Stable, and Buggy Shed. Apply—-Mrs Bright, Alford Foresb Road. 12 e7



WANTED Known—Cycles thoroughly overhauled and enamelled. Tyres a specialty.—E. Knight, Eclipse Cycle Works, Tancred Street;, opposite Arcade. 12 85 TTENRY^ HOOPER, El?er Bank .JIJL Garden, Allenfcon, begs to notify that he will call on old customers and new : ones three times a week with Vegetables and Fruit of all kinds in season. Young plants for Bale. 11 104 HOLIDAY Suits—A Nice Kaiapol Suit for 27s 6d, Boys' Knlcker and Cambridge Suits from 7s 6d, Men's Saitß to Measure from 465, Fit and Workmanship Guaranteed at R. Alcorn's WANTED Known—Men's Suits 17s 6d, Kaiapoi Tweed Trousers 9a lid, Knlcker Suits 4a lid, (Japs 6d.~ Ihe Corner. W. H. Collier WANTED— Ladies to see the latest efyles in Boots and Shoes.— Mellor's Zealandia Boot Store. J^mTjARST^AM JARST—FiETcraB Bros, are jasb landing a large ship ment of Jam Jars of all kinds. Mason Screw Top Jars in Quart and Half-gallon Jars at very low prices; also Fruit Preserving Sugar of the very best quality, in 661b and 70ib Bags, at equally low rates. —Fletcher Bkos , East Street, A.Bhburton. Telephone 24 WANTED— Every man to try Mellor's Blnchers, only 4a lid. WANTED Known—l am a Buyer of Bottles—pints, quarts. Whiskey, and Brandy ; also Old Iron, wrought and cas*; Bones in large or unall lots ; Zinc, Braes, and Horse Hair.—Charles Brown, bottom of Havelock, Street, Ashburton. &m <■'■-'■■ ■w"™™ ii 144 pHRfSTMAS &NEW YEAR CARD>', v-/ 1895-96. A New, Choice and Beauti ful Assortment of the latest designs, Packets of Cards at all prices to suit everybody- Booklets, Fancy Calendars, etc. —L. F. Andrewes & Co., Stationer fl Hall 12 Is npHE Very Latest.—Strawberries and J_ Tee Cream 6d per plate at H- A. Flower's, tha People's Confectioner. Iced Boston Cream and other drinks. WANTED Known—Girls' neat Kid Shoes 5s 6d at Mellor's Zea. landia Boot Srore. TUST Arrived.—A large variety of ase •l ful ana Ornamental Goods, Dollg, Toys, and Novelties ; also, a job lot over one hundred assorted Baskets and Morocco and Russian Leather Handbags, to be sold at and under ordinary cost price at Mrs Alcorn's. <lM EN'S Bluchers m, a giod Strong Ixl. Nailed Shooter ab 8s 6J ; a nice assortment of Ladies' and Children's Boots and Shoes from Is 9d a pair at R,. Alcorn's WANTEDKnown— Go toTHECoKHEK for Newest Styles in Drapery and Millinery—W. H. Collier. WANTED Known—For good ■ value in Drapery, Millinery, &c, go to Melford House. Tickets tor presents given to all cash purchasers,—H. C Segers, DRESSES ! Dresses ! Dresses! Trim mings of all kinds. Millinery and Mantles, Jackets and Blouse*, New and Stylish Goods at moderate prices.~ Mitchell and Turner WANTED Known—Mellor's Zea landia Boot Store is the cheapest Boot shop in Ashburton, WANTED Known—Repairing mide to look like new. Meli/r's Zealandia Boot Store. / 1 J&NTLEMEN who wish to dress VJX comfortably, and with good taste and economy, should visit our Clothing *nd Outfitting Department.—MiTCHELL AND TnRNBR. T'~RY FLETCHER BROS, for your Christmas Fruits. They are ot the finest quality that are procurable, and at the lowest possible prices. See the quality and judge for yourselves.— Fletcher Bros., Ashburton WANTED— Everybody to examine the Goods and Prices at Mellor's Zealandia Boot Store. WANTED Known—We are now showing all kinds of Summer Drapery, Millinery, Ac. Everything marked as low as possible. —H, C, Seoers, Meiford Honse. npO LADlES—Spring Cleaning. Before JL re-arranging your rooms pay us a visit. Our Stock of Furnishing Drapery is very large, and Includes evarything necessary for the beauty and comfort of a home. —Mitchell and Turner. WANTED Known—Dresses made to order in our well-known superior style and finish for 10s 6d.—Ashbnrton Drapery Company. 11J78 WANTED Known—Mellor's Zea landia Boot Store has Ladies' Kid Shoegjtfa 6d. pHRISTMASriiis—I beg to thank \J my friends and the public at large for the liberal support extended to me since I started business three months ago. I h»ve n°w received a qaantity of, Goods suitable for the Christmas and New Year trade, second to none in Ashburton, and at a price within the reach of all. A trial solicited.—E. Mahooo, East Belt Cash Stf>ro. WANTED Known—24o Pairs of Sample Boots at cost price,— Mellor's Zealandia Boot Store.



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Wanted. ______ WAHOO ! THE CORE FOR INDIGESTION. Ashburton Drug Company, Agents II 108 WANTED Known—so pairs Ladies and Girls' Leather Top and Canvas Tennis Shoes, at half usual price, for two weeks only. — Andrew Okb 10 136 OWN Makdiu Ladies' and Children's Underclothing, Aprons, and Pina fores ; also a good assortment of Calicoes, Muslins, Flannelettes, Trimmings, etc, at Mrs Awobns new shop, Baker's Buildings. _ \IfAtfTMJ Known—lf you are hard VV °n Boots try Mellok's Zealandia Boot Store.



v WANTED Known—We are now VY giving Tickets for Presents to all cash purchases of I/rapery, Millinery, <fee.—9. 0. Segkbs, Melford House. WANTED Known—Stacks of cheap Boots and Shoes at Mellok's Zealand ia Boot Store. AJNtFM) Known—Mellob s Hoots and Shoes stand like brass ; try a pair. WANTED Known—No old fashioned Goods at Mellor's Zealand!* Boot Store. |°<HRISTMAS and New Year Presents V* —Boya and Girls and other New Annuals. New Books for School Frizes er Presentations, School Committees and j others supplied at Lowest Prices. New fancy Goods, including Japanese, fancy China and glass ware. Toys of various kinds and at all prices. All goods at Lowest prices for Cash.—L. F. Andrewes and Co., Stationer's Hall



THE HOLIDAYS. *pflE Guabman WILL NOT be Published on WEDNESDAY (Christmas Day), or on THURSDAY, December 26, (Boxing Day). The Mail WILL NOT be Published on December 26 (Boxing Day. A SSHBU'RTOK TYRAPERY nOMPANY. SPECIAL DISCOUNT FOR THE CHRISTMAS SEASON. IN PLACE OF CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR PRESENTS, from the 14th to the 31st Demceber in clusive, We will Give Our Customers A SPECIAL DISCOUNT OF ONE SHILLING off every pound's worth purchased at ourjestablishment. [TERMS STRICTLY CASH. DRESSMAKING A SPECIALTY, lOs 6d, Ladies' Own Material Made Up. Ashhurton Drapery Company, Corner of Arcade and Burnett street. 12 68



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J KKAUNG'S POWDERS destroys Bugs Fleas, Moth", Beetles, and all other insects, whilst quite harmless to domestic animals, In exterminating Beetles the success of this powder is extraordinary. It is perfectly clean in application* See the article you purchase is Keatings, i.e., with the signature Thomas Keating on each tin, as imitations are noxious and ineffectual, Sold in tins, 6d and Is' each, by all chemists. # Every line of Boota and Shoes, and every single pair selling at a great reduction dur ing the last ten days of McDonald and MoDuiuud'B eale of Anderson's Boot) Stock* W »W