The Ashburton Guardian.

70L« xvn. so. 9708

A,shbubtojn : Monday, December 23, 18»5

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t WtMm NEW ZEALAND SHIPPING COMPANY OO.'a ROTAL MAIL STEAMERS, FOB LONDON, Via Monte Video. Rio, Teneriffe, and Plymouth. Port, of Steamers. Tons. Departure. Bate. Kaikoura 4507 Wellington Deo. 26 Kuahine 8127 Wellington J>m. 23 Tongariro 4183 — Feb. 20 Rimutaka 4515 ~ March 19 Ruapehu 4202 — April 16 And thenceforward every fourth Thursday Splendid accommodation lor all classes oi jSßSßcngers. Warrants issued for passengers from Great) Britain on payment of passage money or approved guarantee for same. Vef farther particulars apply to FRIEDLANDEB BROS, Limited Agents, Aahburton, TtSioF STEAMSHIP COMPANY U OF NEW ZEALAND, Limited. STEAMERS SAILFROM LYTTILTOH AS UNDER: For Weatport; »nd Girevmouth—Weekly. Wellington — Daily, except Sunday Friday, and alte**»ate Wednesdays,* Danedin —Momdaya, Alternate Tuesdays • Friday, and alternate Saturdays. Nelson and Picton, via Wellington- Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday* Nsw Plymouth iStOnehunga-—Thursday, Auckland, via East coast—Alternately Thursday and Saturday. Melbourne, via Hobart—October 4, 15 and 25, and November 5. Sydney, via Auckland — Alternate Thursdays. Sydney, via Cook's Straits—October 18, and 29, and November 8. The above are subject to alteration; reference Bhould therefore be made to Ohriatetmcoh daily papers for datos and hour of sailing. For further particulars apply to F. FERRIMAN, Agent, Ashburton. BEL HOUSE WYNTARD BQUARBi SYDNEY, IS a retoe* Bodal HOME, contains forty large airy bed i-ooniß, mo* fashionable and central position, one minute from General Post Office- Board optional, or t>oafd only, by day or week; drawing and smoke irooliiSi sot sad cold baths, excellent cuisine. Ail the convraifioes of a hotel. Terms—Very moderate^ Hot Luncheon. Save tram and T>us farea, «nd time. Fermanents Special Terms. Write for particulars. ■PFOWLES' Pennyroyal and Steel Pills for females •*■ qalckly correct all irregularities, and relieve tue 'distressing symptons bo prevalent with the ccx. Boxes Is lid to 2s 9d, of all ChemJstß and Patent Vendors. Prepared only by the Lincoln and Midland Counties Drug Go, Lincoln, England Whole sale of al the Wholesale Howies. Beware of imita *ran. r __ , '~CHABgAING> S WINE ' HIGHLY recommended by the mos* eminent phyeioianß and Medical mathoriiies. Has for 30 yearn proved mort efficient in all oases of Indigestion.Dyßpepsia Stcmaebio Diseases, Consumption, Lobb Appetite, eto A meet agreeable dinner wine Apply to—J Lde Lahbebt, 49 Elizabeth street, Melbourne tteatwslowdbr" k eating's powder, jr EATING'S POWDER, JIV. JT EATING'S POWDER, Xk I/" EATING'S POWDFR, JS" EATING'S POWDER, This powder, so celebrated, v& utterly un sdvalled in destroying Bugs, Fleas, Moths, Beetles, and all insects (while perfectly fearmleßß to animal life ) All woollens and furis ehould be well sprinkled with the pow der, before placing away. It is invaluable to take to the seaside. To avoid disappoint ment insist upon having Keating's Powder. Ho other powder is effectual fBUGS, FLEAS, &ILLS 4 MOTHS, ! \ BEETLES, [MOSQUITOES. Unnvalled in destroying Fleas, Bugs, Cocxrqches, Beetles, Moths in Furs and every other flpeuies of insect. Sportßmen will find fchis invaluable for destroying fleas in the dogs, as also ladies for their pet dogs The Public are Cautioned that every package of the genuine powdar bears the autograph of Thomas Keating Without this any article offered is a iraud. Sold ia Win* only KBATING'S WORM TABLETS. KEATING'S WORM TABLETS KEATING'S WORM TABLETS. KEATING'S WORM TABLETS KEATING'S WORM TABLETS A Purely Vegetable Sweetmeat, both in appearance and taßte, furnishing a roost agreeable method of administering the only ■certain remedy for Intestinal or Theeab WokMS, It is a perfectly safe and mild and k especially adapted for "Children. Sold in Tins by all Druggists Proprietor .• Thomas Keating London] ASHBURTON DOMAIN BOARD TEN POUNDS REWARD. Tg]£ above Reward will be Paid to m n Peraon who will furnish evl deneetaVtwill lead to the conviction of any Peraoa or Persons for molesting the water-fowl or stealing flowera within the Domain. By Order, OHAS* E. FOOKS, Secretary to tho Board. jJotoberjJlSOS. 10_70 WANTED KNOWN. — F. S Jeffries, leading Confectioner and Fruiterer, of last Street, next the Comer. Hofc Pies at any hoar and Tea and Coffee also. N.B. Lady Attendant Fruit of every description. Ladlu Boom a specialty !*ls



STBATHMOBE PRIVATE HOSPITAL for. DISEASES OF WOMEN TS NOW OPEN FOR PATIENTS., For fall particulars, apply to the matron, Strathmore Hospital, 170 Christchurch,



LOW VIIALITI »R OHURCHILI/S 1 Syrup of Hnwphoaphite of lime Is prescribed by the faculty for the enre of Conitunp i Uost Ohronto Congh and general debility TT Contains two of the principal ingredient* noceaiaiy *• tor tralidl rag np the Banian Frame, and which an considered deficient in the above coaaplmlate, fit, Phosphorus and Lime.. It oaana be too highly reoomm«rid»<! tor dellaitd childwa, ' ■ ■ '!. , ■'■; ■ ;■; '-;' Ji.t— U ' Dr ChnrcMU'e Oomponnd Syrap at HYPOPHOSPHITSS la real brain food, and in cases where mußcufa and nervouß exbaurtion has acquired a worldrfltfde reputa tion. Bach bottle bean Dr Churchill's signature. Prepared only by SWAN, CHEMIST. PARIS



£OR COUGHS, GOLDS, BRONCHITIS, ASTHMA, Influenza, Consumption, &c, &o <AY'S COMPOUND BSSBNCE OP LINSEBD, Aniseed, Senega, Squill, Tola, *.o / AY'S COMPOUND, a demulcent expectorant, lor \ Coughs, Colds, and Chest Complainti £ AY'S COMPOUND, for Coughs and Colds, Is equally i \ nervlooßble for horses and cattle £ AY'S TIO PILLS, a specific in Nearaigifc Paceaolie, \ &c. Contain Quinine, Iron, &c I INUM CATHABTIOUM PTLLS, d gostive, coinroo l_ tive, and agneably aperient ?SoA6tJLlNß—Oemeat for Broken Articles. Sold \j trraeywhere. Manufactory, Stockport, England QRIU PERFUMERY, 11, Place de la Madeleine, Paris, t X E GRAND'S SPECIAL PRODUCTS ±J Savon-Orisa (Oriza Soap)— From the formula of Dr 0 Revell The best soap for rendering the skin soft and waits Sweetly and refreshingly scented (rose, green and white) Savon-Oriza Teloute, exquisitely perfumed for the toilet and bath Savon-Oriza (Oriza Soap)—extra in boxes, 6 cakes, IS exquisite perfumes Oriza-Savon-Incolore, superior quality, rose tea white heliotrope and white violet Oriza-Tonica, Extract of Plants, to cleanse the hair New Mown Hay, Moss-Kose, Violet, etc Orira-Powder—Flowera of Carolina rice For soften ing and refreshing the skin in elegantboxes, with powder puff Oriza-Veloute—Flowers of rice powder, adhering to the sk*n, with the perfume of New-Mown Hay Oriza Flowers—White and ambered An excellent toilet water, tonio to the skin, sweetly and delicately perfumed Aqua-Oriza—New toilet water refreshing to the skin. Oriza-Hay—A toilet water with a pnrfume of w mown hay Oriza-Aciduline—Toilet vinegar, aromatic Infectant, specially adapted for ladies' toilet Oriza-Scotch-Lavenaer—Spriga of Scotck l&?ender Sowers ;arich toilet water. Ean-de-Cologine-Oriza—The High-Life Toilet water Oriza-Water—Concentrated and distilled Extract of superior Eau-de-Cologne Gouttes-Orlaa-Dentifrice—An elixir for preserving the teeth and gums in good healKn and preventing decay , Oriza-Dentaire, in paste or powder, for whitening the teeth without affecting tho enamel Ess-Oriza-et-Oriza-Lys—Perfumes for scenting Una and the handkerchief without staining. ■■ Oriza-oil—Variously perfumed; for rendering the hair soft and brilliant, and preventing it from falling off Oriza-Lacte (oi.^a MiiV>-An emulsive lotion, refreshing tonic to the skta, removing red spots end preventing wrinkles on the race Creme-Oriza (of Ninon de Lenclos)—For producing a tor utiful white complexion with tho clearness and velvi y softness of yonth Oivsellne-Colosrante (the best hair dye) -Foie in stantaaeously dyeing the air to any shad' with no danger to health, in boxes, each with biush, comb, prospectus, end bottle; or in boxes, the bottle only without acceenorieß Ess-prlia-Incolore Yiolette of th Csa; Thi most exquisite perfume, quite a nosegay if violets Blsa-Oriaa Buave white heliotrope Bouque* of the Howe Sole Agents for the Colonies, Messrs iSi!borand Fleming, Ld L»adon y CHRISTMAS, 1895. G* Jesson 5 PRACTIOAL WATCHMAKER AND JEWELLER, EAST STREET, ASHBURTON, HAS JUST RECEIVED^ {Entirely New Stock of WATCHES, CLOCKS & JEWELLERY 0! Every Description, SuitablQ for CHRISTMAS PRESENTS, afc Loweefc Possible Prices, CONSISTENT WITH FAIR TRADING Inspection invited G. JESS ON, BAST STREET, ASHBURTON Preserving S easow, 1895-96. I TTTE HAVE JUST LANDED, *" ex Ruapehu, 10 CRATES GLASS JAM JABS (With Screw Tops), Which we are prepared to Sell at the Lowest Prices.



Also, A Nice Line in Brass and Enamelled PEESERVING PANS. The Famous MiLLAQUIN CANE SUGAR, In any Qaantity. The Best for Jam. Our Stock of Good Things for Christmas and New Year is larger thaa ever, and as wfe are expecting further large consignments, we must move the present stock to make room NOW IS THE TIME FOR BARGAINS ALL ROUSD Cabsom avd Co., Grocers and Ironmongers. IMPORTERS OF GLASS, CHINA, AND EARTHENWARE,



LAZARUS'S SIGHT TESTING AND SPECIALITE SPECTACLES. I Sole agent for Ashburton Dtetricfc, q C A L E X, JEWELLER, EAST STREET, ASHBURTON. "T AZARUS Patented System ensures JLj comfort and correct sight. Dont spoil your eyes by ping badly fitting "Sheeted*!, ' ■ v :



Business Nott.3* 5- ■ THE THE DAVK SEW^_° MA°HI" "• •» *—«- ■» li— 'THE rapid!y-inoreaiing popalarity of m«r « \r ar\ TkT • r*t r\ NEW DAVI^ A *hese Machines in England and MIIN 8O N & CO • n v ** "■' ■* w I X? America has received a very yreat impetus by the remarkable success they attained at the Chicago Exhibition. Several very im portant improvements were there shown for 220, COLOMBO B<B., OHRISTCHURCH. ._,_,____ _ the firac time, and raceived from the judges VERTIOAL FEED tha recognition they well merited—Special Awards. The first consignment*, of thesa _ -- _ r latent improved machines reached thia : colony by the lonic a month since, and the Agents Messrs MXNSON A CO., say SEWING MACHINE. I^^ PBR 256» WCEK* awarded the Gold Medal.



LONGBBAOH COACH. OK and after WEDNESDAY, Jana ary 2, the Longbeaoh Coach wili start from Aehburton at 4 p.m. R. R. BROWNE, Ooftchman. BL AWARDS " lODINE OF IRON Dj I/ O A PPKOVED by the Academy of Medicine : v of Paris, are especially recommended i by theMedioal Celebrities of the World for Scrofula (Tumors, Kings Evil; eto), the early stages of Consumption, Constitutional Weak ness, Poorness of Blood and for stimulating and regulating its periodic course. Mono genuine unless signed Blanoard, 40, Bat Bonaparte, Paris Sold by Druggists and Chemists through out the Colonies



SHEARMAN BKOS., MAEKET HOUBE "Dear Maggie, you will keep on drinking " Oh, yes, dear; I now well remember That muck which you buy at the door; How Auntie suggested that Tea, And the doctors for ever are smiling, And a blessing from all she'd entitled And life ia becoming a bore." For suggesting such excellent Tea. '* Dear Mother, I know that your nerves are How happy our home will be, Maggie, ' are all ruined, Your father is getting so free And your system is wrecked to the core ; Of those ailments he suffered so greatly, But believe me the Tea that I'm drinking Through drinking inferior lea. Is the stuff that will quickly restore. Then let's drink to the health of tho Your illness has taught me in drinking Agents, To be careful of poisonous blends And our pledge we alt three agree Be assured I am drinking the Tiger That from now till the end of existence Whichjthe doctor so highly commends. We'll awear by the Tiger Blmd Tea," Shsarman Bros., our Grocers are Agents God bless them for giving the Q, To a drink that's a great earthly blessing And saved us from bidding Adieu. SHEABMAN BBOS., MABKET HOUSE. AGENTS FOB, ASHBURTON RATTRAY & SON, Agents for New Zealan



"THE CORNER" i Beg to Announce that they are Opening Up NEW GOODS IN ALL DEPARTMENTS- For the Spring and Christmas Trade. WTT /I OL LI E R has Just returned from the London and • JIL« U Manchester Markets and is now showing a a very large assortment of the Newest Qooda personally selected for Ashburton wants and ! requirements, I OLS5 8* Many lines are of very exceptional value, having been bought on special terms for Cash, of which the Ashburton Public are offered the benefit, ( The Display at " THE CORNER " will be found the Largest and Finest in Ashburton for Taste, Variety and Durability. Everything is new, the very cream of fashion at Home for Dress Goods, Fancy Silks, Millinery, Gloves, Ties, Hosiery, Prints, Ribbons, Curtains, Art Muslins, Fancy Drapery Calicoes, Men's and Boys' Clothing, Shirts, Hats, Ties, Boots. Prints from 4|d per yd Black and Brown, 4 butts, 2s 6d Dress Stuffs from Is, double width Women's and Children's Black New White Muslins 3d Ribbed Hose 6d pair Check Glass Cloth, black and Heavy Forfar s|d colored, 4|d Cashmeres Is 6d Kid Gloves, 4 butts, 2s per pair Art Muslins for Drapery l|d per yd You are Invited to Inspect all the Novelties we have just opened up. W. H- COLLIER, "THE CORNER.'



BRIDGE WORKS, ASHBURTON. THOMAS R KILWORTH, ENGINEER. QTEAM ENGINES, PUMPS, HOT AND O.OLD WATER APPAPATUS FOR ALL PURPOSES. -AGENT FOR™ McLaren' (Leeds) Traction Engines Oroasley'B Oil and Gas Engines Nelson's Portable Blast Furnace*. CHRISTMAS. CHRISTMAS. NEW FRUITS, NEW FRUITS. WE HAVE jasb landed for the Christmas Trade the following Seasonable Goods: 20 Cases Finest New Currants 1 Cwt Finest French Plums 20 Boxes Finest New Sultanas 1 Cwt Valencia Almondß 20 Boxes Fnest New Valencia Raisins 1 Cwt Jordan Almonds 5 Cwt New Peel, Orange, Lemon, 2 Cwt Dessieated Cocoanut and Citron 1 Owt Mixed Spice 1 Cwt Finest New Spanish Muscatels 2 Cwt Icing Sugar 5 Boxes Mildura Dried Apricots 1 Cwt New Figs 5 Boxes Mildura Dried Peaches 2 Cwt Preserved Ginger 5 Cases Paramatta Lime Juice Etc. Etc, SUGAR. SUGAR. SUGAR. We have also to hand a shipment of MILLASUIN CANE SUGAR which is Unequalled for Preserving Purposes Goods delivered daily. Orders by Posb despatched with punctuality. CHEAPEST House in Ashburton for GROCERIES, CROCKERY, & HARD WARE. SATISFACTION IS OUR MOTTO SHEARMAN BROS., MARKET HOUSE-



iir yHilike Nictr^EE^^vifßuß*iStiio6n^iwi 1] I--—..1.. I - -I.- -II !-... , . ... ._ : .. | FOR lIFIIfS MB mYALIDS. MELON'S LACTO-GLYCOSE ©JEfc MXXjJK JPOOX»» SPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR COUNTRIES WHERE FRESH COWS MILK CANNOT BE OBTAINEft AQENTS—Chryßtskll A Co., Wardell Bros A Co., A Kempthorne, Proaser A Co., Christchurbh Great Annual Gift Distribution FUR CHKISTMAS AND NEW YBAK, COMMENCES TODAY. AOUPGNS for our Annual Grand Distribution of' Gifts are now being 0 given away. Every purchaser spending from 2a 6d upwards will receive a Coupon which must be held until the Presents are open. The value of the Present is stated on each coupon and will be equal to a Discount of Ten por cent. mi , ikhiim i ( Q § wiiun ■ ilium —REMEMBER— NO ADVANCE IN PBIOBS. Every article ' la our Establishment is uoarked at the LOWEST PRICE FOR CASH, and our stock at the Present Time is Splendidly Assorted with all the Latest SUMMER NOVELTEES in all departments, XT BE SURE AND GET YOUR COUPON. Dresses, Crepons, Drills, Prints (in all the latest designs), New Gloves, Kibbons, Corsets, Umbrellas, Aproas, etc., Men's, Youths' and Boys'; Clothing "A Specialty," Men's New Straws, Scarves, Vesta and Hoisery. G- L. BEATH / CO. TANCRED STREET Special and Grand Display OF Summer Drpss Goods. "pMBRACING the Latest Novelties in both Cotton and Wool Materials Washing Silks for Blouses, Artistic Millinery Plain and Fancy Silks for Trimming StyliahJackets and Capes Rlbbonajand Laces, the latest The Newest in Blouses. JUST OPENED A FEW CHOICE AND HIGHGLASS CARPET SQUARES AND RUGS. Japanese and Chinese Mattings and Mats, Oilcloths and Linoleums 18 [inches to 12 feefe wide. 130 patterns to select from. VEBY SPECIAL TWO TRUNKS|LADIES GLACE KID SHOES. STARTLING VALUE, 5s Od. MITCHELL AND TURNEB. TANOBED STREET.



I;usmesft Notices. DJEjSTI>ii,Y. PAINLESb KXTKAOTIOJ OF TKifITH BY NITROUS OXIDE GAS. A Specialty, F«e for administration ... ss. All kinds of Dental work executed on the premise)!, Satisfaction Guaranteed. G. F.DODDS, SUfeGEON DENTIST, Bpeneti? Street, Ashbubtok 9 4 E- OWEN COX r AM A CASH PURCHASES OF PBIME FREEZING SHEEP AND LAMBS AT FULLEST MARKET RATES. Owners of stock will find it to their advantage to communicate with me, LIBBKAL CASH ADVANCES OS LIVE STOCK. I am now making ADVANCES against the GROWING CLIPS OF WOOL. Correspondence solicited, E- OWEN COX. Tattersall's 9 75 OHKISTCHURCH THE TEA OF THE AGE. Saxon Tea. Saxon Tea, qnRY JT, AND YOU WILL HAVE NO OTHER. SAXON TEA. SAXON TEA, Proce'-sok Bjckbrtojj reports that SAXON TEAS ar« absolutely Pure and of good quality j -.HRIBTMAB O. "KTEW y EAR'S GOODS. iSxs.s. lonic, s.s. Matatua, s.s. Maori WE have just landed, ex e.B. lonic, a "Bhipment of Goods, consisting of 13 HOGSHEADS OP CROCKERY, CHINA, AND Jj'ANCY GOODS, All of which have been selected by our Home Agents, with the utmost care, to i meet the requirements of our Customers and the public generally. CHAMBER BETS, TEA SETS, DINNER BETS, Printed and Plain Cups and Saucers and FANCY GOODS



Of £he Best Patterns and Latest De signs, in endless variety, too numerous to particularise. WE HAVE ALSO" OPENED UP (ex s s Matatuft), FROM MACONOCHIB BROS, 15 CASES GOQDB, Suitable for the Season's requirements GUB GROOEEY AND IRONMONGERY DEPART MENTS . Will be found fully Stocked with Goods of the best quality We have also landed ex s s Maori a Specially Selected Assortment of CARPETS, OILCLOTHS, LINOLEUMS, HEARTHRUGS, etc, Which will be offered at a Special DISCOUNT FOR CASH. An inspection of our Stock is cordially invited. A. Lawrie & Co. WANTED Known—Spectacles, lye Protectors, Goggles, Folders, and everything la the optical line it S, Saw's, Optician.



Business Notices. -HUm FEVCRIBH HEAT? prevent fits, convulsions, etc. %•*•••■*• a healthy stats of tho const). *p+*on during the period orT©«f«""" ■P 3** wordi "JOHN STMDJrfAK p» npmt on tbc Scwrnmmi «o«r <tfi*«d <*«««» Sold by Kjbmpthobnib, Pbosseb, and Co. LASTED JvNOV^Pt^aT J. MOISON 13 STILL THE LEADING BOOTMAKER - For Best Workmanship and Reliability and Punctuality. Always oft the spot personally to attend to the proper-needs and care of his customer!. JKo changing about, being ; locally too well : rooted. The public have every advantage in patronising him; their money remains in the place, and they gee the best value in Bookstand Shoes in Ashburton. THE CHOICEST STOCKS OF ALL KINDS ALWAYS ON HaND. Repairs done at once at J. MOISON'S IMPERMEABLE BOOTMAKER, EAST , STREET, ASHBUKTON. ASHBURTON PERMANENT BUILDING AND INVESTMENT SOCIETY. ADVANCES of £25 and upwardb made on FREEHOLD PROPERTY, repayable by Monthly, Quarterly, or Half-Yearly Instalments. Loans also granted for fixed periods a, current rates. Further particulars on application to EDWARD STEPHENS, Mauaget.- PALM AND JOKO TEAS INDIAN AND CEYLON. OUR2s4d INDIAN (Palm Brand) ia noted for prodocing 200 large Tea Caps of first-rate Tea to the pound. This is the tea Mr George Jameson sold so largely. OUR 2s TEAS (Palm and Toko) ara equally good value for the money. OUR TEAS are so popular that, we frequently hear of instances of other Teas being packed and sold in oar empties. * Imitation is sincerest flattery, s but the public should see that they get the genuine article Retail from all the principle Store keepers. WHOLES &LTS FROM JAMESON, ANDERSON, AND CO. 155 Colombo Street, Christchurch 9 68 .loz Prevention IS WORTH POUNDS OF CURE Why ruin your Reapers and itfowe*< by using inferior Lubricating Oils, whic. | tire your horses and clog the Machines, when you can obtain a true Lubricant



iMe Talvoliwk which has been thoroughly tested all over he world and pronounced Unequalled, Obtainable from all Storekeepers or th Agents EBWAKD REEOE & SONS! OHRISTCHUR3H ~~ m. m. ttestell, •COMMISSION 1 AGENT, BURNETT STREET, TTAS ON SALE — MANURES, MANURES, TUUNIP and RAPE SEEDS, Detective Tatoo Ear ad Body MAHKER, foe Branding sheep. TFA. TEA- TEA- Jameson and Anderson's Celebrated INDIAN & CEYLON TEAS, Pal and Joko Bkands. BINDER TWINE, OIL, and WALTER A. WOOD'S EXTRAS, which may be had day and illghfc throughout haivcsfe and at Rakaia from Mr W. Barcock. AGENT FOE WALTER A. WOOT) COMPANY*; For Ashburton and Rakaia Districts Alliance Assurance Company (Fire and Marine) Risks on Growing Crops and Stacks accepted afc current rates Colonial Mutual Life Asßurance Society Limited Trade Books posted and Accounts colleote E B. BESTELLj Burjn'BTT Ssbbkt, opposite Orange H»