PARLIAMENTARY.

LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL.

LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL. Wellington, October 8. The Council met at 2.30. BILLS PASSED. The Chattels Transfer Act Amendmeni Bill, and the Mining Companies Act Amend ment Bill passed their final stages. TOBACCO ACT AMENDMENT BILL. Amendments were made m the 'fobaccc Act Amendment Bill m Committee, and it was reported with amendments. '■ THE WAGES PROTECTION BILL. In Committee upon the Wages Protection Bill, clause 6, providing that the consent of the worker should be no defence m actions for the recovery of wages against the employer, was struck out by 17 to 7. The Minister moved to report progress, and asked leave to sit again. Leave to sit again was granted. OAMARU HARBOUR BOARD LEASING BILL. Mr Jones moved the second reading of the Oamaru Harbour Board Leasing Bill, which was strongly opposed by Mr Shrimski, and the debate was adjourned. At 5 p.m. the Council rose.

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.

Wellington, Ootoberß, The Houbo met at 2.30. 30 p.m. FACTORIES BILL.

The amendments made by the Legislative Council m the Factories Act Amendment Bill were agreed to.

GOVERNMENT BUSINESS.

The Premier said that he should move next day that the House meet ou Saturday at 11 a.m. for Government business.

ANSWERS TO QUESTIONS,

Replying to Captain Russell, the Premier said that the work of the session would practically he concluded on Saturday night, out the House might have to meet on Mon day and Tuesday for other business. ' Replying to Dr. Newman, as to whether that' other business included a Banking Bill, the Premier said that the honourable gentle man was rather inquisitive. THE BATING BILL. It was decided to disagree with the amend ments made by the Legislative Council m the Rating Act, 1834, Amendment Bill.

RAILWAY!. CLASSIFICATION BILL,

Mr Cadman moved the second reading of the Government Railways Department Classification Bill. He referred to the great anxiety that existed amongst the Civil Ser vants of the colony for classification, and spoke highly of the ability and energy of the majority of the officers of the Railway Department. The preparation of this Bill had, been a difficult task. So far as the Department could work it out, if the present staff remained stationary the nece-sary ex penditure caused by the Bill would be £5435 for the first year, £65>4~f0r the second year, £6467 for the fourth year, and £8480 for the fifth year. The nominal increase year by year at present was £3500. '1 he increase made by the Bill would be m addition to that again, so that the Estimates coming down next year would Hhow, as near as they could tell, au increase of £5433, plus £3500. As a set-off against that there were reduc tions, resignations, and dismissals, which meant an allowance of 33£ per cent. The Bill would not affect the present staff co far as reductions were concerned.

Captain Russell welcomed the classifica tion scheme as being m the direction of taking from Ministers some of the patronage which they now possessed.' He pointed out that the Railway Department) had for some years suffered because of the way m which Ministers were looked up to. He thought that a great mistake had been made m abo'ishing the Railway Commission era, but he freely admitted that Mr Cadman had been indefatigable m his desire to promote the welfare of the Railway Service. He thought that this Bill would, on the whole do good, and would tend to better the position of the railway servants. Mr Ward combaUed Captain Russell's opinion that the Railway Commissioners should not have been abolished, and asserted that all classes of the community were now better Satisfied with the administration of railways. Be found on working it out the total average increment for 17 years by this Bill would be about £10,000 per annum, or about £2 per man for every man m the Railway Service, and these proposals were most moderate. He alluded to the satis factory manner m which the Postal and Telegraph Department classification scheme was working. Sir Robert Stout hoped to see all. the Departments of the Public Service classified, bo as to make the emp'oyees more indepen dent of Minister-, and prevent them being buffetted about by Ministers. This Bill was an honest effort to deal with this subject, and he should support the Minister m passing it. The Premier endorsed Captain Russell's tribute io Mr Cadman'a administration of the railways, but he differed altogether from the leader of the Opposition when he eulo gised the Railway Commissioners. He also repelled Captain Russell's statement that the Government dispensed patronage im properly, and said that it was not true demopracy would take power from the Govern ment and' hand it over to irresponsible per ppns. He claimed thaf; sinpe the Govern ment took over the administration of the railways, they had been much more economi cally administered, the travelling public had much greater confidence, and the employees were better satisfied now than they ever were since the railway system had been initiated 1

Mr Pirani and Mr G. W. Russell supported the Bill, but the latter pointed out some details which he, considered could be im proved. The debate was interupted by the 5.30 p.m. adjournment. The House resumed at 7.39.

Messrs Morrison, Earrishaw, Duthie, J. W. Jielly, Collins, (ZJrbwther and McLachlan also spoke, Almost unanimous approval was expressed of the measure although objections were raised to some of its details the princi pal of which was that the salary of the general manager pf railways, £800, was too low, and it was urged that iV should be increased to £1000.

Mr Cadman having briefly replied,' che second reading was" agreed to on the voices. NATIVE RESERVES BILL. The Native Reserves Act Amendment Bill passed through committee and was subsequently read a third time and passed. THB MINING BILL. The Mining Act Amendment Bill was further considered m committee. Clause 3 relating ' to prospecting on land and the resumption pf lahjf for purposes was again discussed at great length. Mr Cadman was understood to say that he had made some concessions m the Bill.

Mr R. Thompson said that the clause still gave power to the Minister to confiscate any man's property, and be strongly pro tested against it. He moved as an amendment that "no lands" be taken instead of "all Jande," that would settle the whole question.

Mr Cadman said that he was prepared to take a vote on it, but he pointed out that the Bill only ieferred to the mining districtb now existing. After a long discussion Mr Thompson's amendment was lost on the voices. On the motion of Mr Cadman the olause was altered, confining its operations to lands within any mining district now existing. The clause as amended was carried by 30 to 18.

Clause 4, containing provisions to apply lands reserved was struck out. '* new clauses were added on the motion of Mr Oadman, and the Bill was subsequently reported. Considerable debate took place on the third reading, after which the Bill passed its final stageß on the voices, and the House rose at 4.20 a.m.

THE CZAR'S VISIT to PARIS

Magniftcien'r Illuminations. Festivities m Paris Speeches at the Banquet. The ' zar "Unwell (per press association ) Paris, October 7 After lunching at the Russian Era bassy the Czar, and Czarina attended the Russian Church, and afterwards held a reception at the Klysee, where Madame Faure and the Senators ami Deputies were presented. The Czht remarked to M. Ribot, who was Pre mier m 1891, that that year was the beginning of great things. At night Faris wa3 ablaze with illuminations, and presented a fairy like scene, There was" a splendid dis play of fireworks at the Trocaaero and m the Champ de Mars, and a lovely cascade of fire fell from the Eiffel Tower. In the evening there was a banqußt at the Elysee, at which 270 guesta were present. President Faure, m a speech of welcome said the presence of the Czar seated the bonds uniting a powerful empire and a laborious Re public, and already it had promoted the cause of peace. The Czar, m reply, said he was profoundly touched by his reception m a city exhibiting so much genuis and taste, tie profoundly hoped that the precious bonds uniting the nations wou'd produce the h= ppiest influence, ft was noticed that h« never used the word " alliance " m the course of his speech.

The Czar and Czarini afterwards attended the opera.

Many high decorations have been conferred m honour of the visit.

Madame Carnot had an aff cting interview with the Ozarina.

The Czir was unwell after the banquet and entered the opera late. He hiroself signalled to stop the bailor., and he lffE suddenly. The c*use was attributed to fatigue, but a correspon dent of the St. James Gazette says that he wag suffering from the effects of bad cooking.

October 8

Remarkable 'precautions were taken for the safety of the Ozar and party at the Upera House last night The President personally invited the audiencp, and the directors would not admit anyone without a prefect's pass. The masses believe the visit^securr s revenge on Germany, and England's evacuation of Egypt.

The Czar inspected Norte Dame and the public buildings.

The Czar visited the Academy, the Mint, the Palace of Justice, the Pantheon, and deposited a wreath on President Oarnot's tomb at the Invslidis. He laid the foundation stone of a bridge m connection with the

coming international exhibition, receivedan address at theHotel do Ville, and attended the Coraedie Francaise m the evening. He expressed deep emotion at ihe warmth of the nations

welcome.

The young monarch U greatly fatigued by his exertions m undergoing &o many functions.

CABLE NEWS.

Home and Foreign.

THE QUEENS EYESfGTTT.

London, October 7

I For some time p*st the Queen's eyesight has been failing. Dr Pagen sticker, a German oculist, who has been engaged to examine her eyes, denies that cataract has formed.

IMPORTS AND EXPORTS.*"

During September the imports in creased by £2,492,302 and the exports by £335,142.

A HEAVY OLATM.

The new Manchester Kail way re quires fourteen acres of the Maryle bone ground for a terminus. Lord Portman claims £400,000 as com pensation.

THE ARMENIAN MASSACRES Constantinople, October 7. The French and German members of the Military Gommissiqn connect the troops and police with the recent massacres, and have resigned, as they object to the procedure of the Porte.

THE VENEZUELA. BOUND ARY Washington, October 7

The United States complain "that British Guiana has authorised the con struction of a railway to JBarimo, a river and headland bordering orTV-sne zueia, and situated ahout Bieg 46tnin north and 60deg west

Australian.

BINK PKOSfcOUTIONS

Melbourne, October 8

A hitch has occurred m the City of Melbourne Bank prosecutions Jt has been discovered that a son of the foreman of the jury is m the employ ment of one of the defendants, and the question has been raised that this would affect the verdict. Ihe Judge adjourned the hearing to consider the point.

THE TEKAPO Itf COLLISION

Newcastle,, October §. A collision pcpu,rred to-day, at the pptrance to the harbour, between the Union Company's steamer Tekapo, which was outward bound, and the Government dredger. The Tekapo proceeded outside after the accident, but returned too effect temporary re pairs. &he had a hole two feet by three mad.c m her bp.w, bu,t it is not. of c, serious character. The dredge was also a geod deal knocked about. The Tekapo was making way for an inooming vessel, when she was caught by the tirlo and swung over to the dredge.

THE LATEST

Home and Foreign.

j (rER PRESS ASSOCIATION ) V^ABSHIPS FOR SMYRNA. Washington, October 8. Government has ordered five war ships to proeof d for Smyrna. * TRE PR! SrDENTTIAL ELFOTrON The Republicans are dismayed by discovering that Mr Bryan is likely to win Illinois, Indiana, and Michigan. A democrat has been elected Governor of Florida. OBITUARY. Paris, October 8. General Trochu. London, October 8, Lord Kensington.

Australian.

CITY OF MELBOURNE B S.NK Melbourne, October 9. The Judge decided that the City oi Melbourne Bank cases must go on, He had convinced himself that a jury man whose son was employed by on€ of the defendants would do his duty impirtially. ORIOKET OLUB DEBENTURES. £50,000 worth of 4| per cent debentures are oftered by the Mel bourne Cricket Club, and £57,500 were tendered. The "hole amount was allotted at £103 2s 6cl.

THE ENGLISH LIBERALS.

X ord Sosefoury designs the Leadership. Division, on the Fastorn Question- Loni.on, October 8. Lord Kosebery, m a h-tler to Mr T E. El. is, ohief "Whip, state; that he resigned the loader- hip of tho Liberal parry on the ground of the apparent difference with a considerable mass of Liberals over the Eastern question. He had had some conflict of opinion with Mr Gladstone, who scarcely gave .explicit support anywhere. He was. unwiling to divide the energies and try the faith of tho Liberals, and de aired his froedom before speaking at Edinburgh on iViday. The Daily News expresses profound astonishment at the National Liberal Federation unanimously deciding (hat Lord Kosebery's line with reference to Armenia was wise, and that Mi Glad stone's action was the cause of his resignation. It advises that a vote of confidence be carried, with a request ! that he shall resume the leadership, unless Mr Gladstone is willing to assume the position. The Chronicle is delighted at the trouble, and claims that Sir W. V. Harcourt should succeed to the leader ship of the party ' The Times states! In t Mr Gladstone's efforts to fan A rmenia are uubearablo, and Lotd llosebery had a right to resign. The Standard considers the dispute leaves the cleavage as wide and deep as when the Unionists retire.*.

In a case heard m the court yesterday a defendant was mulcted m damages for allowing his fowla to trespass on a neigh bour's cultivated section. Mauy careless people allow their poultry to range mis cellaneously over sections adjoining their own, and the gardeners, though not suffering vetfy great loss financia'ly, do suffer con siderably m the fact that when seeds and plants are ruined by the scratchers a whole season is often lost, besides a lot of extra work entailed. This case should act as a warning. Plaintiff had taken the law into his own hands, and had begun to shoot the trespassers. His Worship deprecated this conduct, but gave judgment for half the amount claimed.

Town Edition. MAYNARD v. ISITT.

9 ■ At the meeting last night, Mr J. H. Maynard asked Mr Isitt if the prohibitionists were prepared to make good the revenue that would be shore if prohibition were carried. Mr Isitb said — Who raises the revenue ? Now, what is the cry of the brewers ? Is it not that the drinkers pay the revenue ? It is a fact that the brewers say that the liquor traffic raises the revenue. You state if we do away with the liquor traffic we do away with the revenue 3 ergo, the revenue is raised by the liquor traffic, and that means, that the contention of the publican is right; The revenue comeß out of the pocket of the drinker and we teetotallers would have to help you to raise the lost revenue. Wriggle round that, my honest iriend. (Voice — It's you that's wriggling). Mr Isitt — I leave the audience to decide whose wriggling. You will vote for prohi bition if we could satisfy your mind, etc. ? Mr Maynard— l didn't siy J would. Mr laitt — You stated or insinuated that if we could satibfy the people's mind on this matter there were some who were anxious to vote for prohibition. - You talk about keep ing the liquor traffic going'To >keep the revenue going. Take your local revenue. You get we'll say £250 a year. You have to spend year by year £12,000 target that £250, and against that £250 you have to sec what you have to pay the Charitable Aid Board, bad debts made by tradesmen, etc., and I will give you an instance or two about bad debts. I got to New Plymouth. Mr White, one of the largest groqeia, aays he will submit his books to, experts, ' and prove that B.@veiveijgh.ths of had dobts are due t$ the influence of liquor. ' I go. to jnglewood, the largest boot shop proprietor says nine-tenths of his bad debts are due to the liquor traffic. Cries of " You're not answering the ques tion." "You're wandering from the sub ject." Cries and uproar. Mr Isitt — It does belong to the question. Have you not got brains to und.er£ita.nd that ?■ What about the clain^s tnado upon your private charity by those who waßte their money }n drink, and. then come to you for help. I say that I do not believe the ques tion put to me by that gentleman is an honest one by a person m an honest diffi culty. Mv Maynard — Do you really think, if we get national prohibition, that will not draw the country almost into a state of bankruptcy. (Laughter. ) Mr Isitt— You cannot get away from the fact two millions a year spent for v mere luxury and wasted. If we save the two millions, we could easily raise the £250 by another method. Gladstone said " Give me a sober country, and the revenue will take care of itself." (Applause), Mr Isitt then referred to statements mads,'by Mr Maynard at a previous meting m regard to prohibi tion at^lrmondviHe, and characterised these statements as being as utterly devoid of truth as they could possibly be. Mr Maynard here stepped on to the plat form and addressed the audience. He said tha statement made by Mr Isitt was an ex traordinary one. Most of. th,oae present had known him (Mr M.a.yaard) for a number of years, and he did not think they would be lieve hfe would utter deliberate lies, (Heur, hear), He had b^en iv QnnondviUe, an 4

one of the great tempft r anee mr>n sai<! to him Ui v M. 1 i ■. wli > liii-i be«*n in'ki'>s "i Ash burton had been writing there trying to get the facts. Now, if he found the facts as stated by him (Mr Maynard) were false, why didnt he put it into the Prohibitionist, and ho was willing to leave the matter m the hands of the Chairman, the worthy Mayor whom they all knew to be a just and impar tial gentleman under the following conditions that each stake £5, to be given to the Old Men's Home by the party whose statement are nofc substantiated. Mr Isitt — Repeat your statements. Mr Maynard— Let Mr Isitt state the facts aiid prove th*t anything I have said is a He. Mr Isitt — Mr Maynard thinks I can carry every speerb mmy hea'i. I know he spoke about the fallacy of prohibition m Ormond ville, and I saw Mr Harding, Canou Webb, Mr Wills, and others, and they one and all concurred m the fact that Mr Maynard ha 1 resorted to his imagination for hia state ments. ■ . * Mr Maynard— lt is very strange Mr laitt oan remember all those statements and yet nob remember what he (Mr Maynard) had said about prohibition m Ormondville, and Mr Isitb was less than a gentleman to make the remarks he had about hia (Mr Maynard's) veracity. Mr Isitt— lt ia "very Btrange that the getitlemaa won't repeat his statement. Mr Maynard— lf Mr Isitb will do what I have challenged him to do 1 will repeat them. Mr Inglis here came and moved the usual vote of thanks which were carried. Mr Isitfc — One moment please. One state ment made by Mr Maynard waa that there was more sly grog seUiog and drunkenness when the public houses were closed than when they were opened. Canon Webb said he saw no drunkenness when the hotels were closed, but the very first night the hotels were opened a drunken man rode into his horse and knooked him ovor.

The House Banking Committee Report.

» (PER PRESS ASSOCIATION ) Wellington, October 9. The report of the House of Representa tives Banking Committee was presented this afternoon, when the House met at 2.30. It i< very lengthy.- It states that members of the Ministry were not persona ly interested m the banking legislation, and that the passing .<oi the ths. Guarantee Act for two millions averted a grave fiuancial crisis m the colony. It recommends the abolition of the office of president, and that a change be made m the office of general manager. y

THE ABHBURTON GtJARDIAN : FBIDAY, OCTOBEK 9, 1696.



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I TYPE-WHITING OFFICE, ARCADE CHAMBERS. MISS GRAHAM will be glad to receive orders for COPYING DOCUMENTS, either Legal or General ; also, M.S.S, of every des- cription. All orders strictly private. Terms, &c, on application. Licensed to Sell Stamps. 9 33 THE PREMIER MAKES A STARTLING SUGGESTION WHICH MAY PROVE AWKWARD FOR SOME PARLIA. MENTAR* CANDIDATES THE Premier, "when speaking at the open- ing ceremony of the Palmerston North Art and Industrial Exhibition on Monday last, said : — "I must not forget to mention the Rent- gen X Raya which are on view, and have done ao much to advance medical science and assist suffering humanity. Now, it any coustitnency doubted that their mem- ber had any brains, they could get hiß head photographed m order to see, and I would strongly advise all constituencies to have the brain of the candidates photographed before making a choice." This was a moat thoughtful suggestion of the Premier. But what is the value of brains without digestion ? He should have gone further aud recommended the applica- tion of the X Rays to the digestive organs of the whole of Her Majesty's subjects, when ie would have been found that those whc wore m the habit of drinking ordinary teas would find the coating of the stomach con- verted into a sort of partially tanned leather. This causes indigestion, shortens life, and spoils the moat angelic temper. Suratura Tea being as pure as the lily un- dented, is not only harmless, but an invigor- ating digestive tonic, and is recommended by ALL who have used it. Note. — An important omission was nearly being made m this advertisement, viz. : The usual guarantee that Suratura Tea is NOT blended with China or Indian Teas. JOHN QRR & Co., Agouti,



T7ILEMINGTON PRESBYTERIAN JD CHURCH. ANNUAL TEA MEETING IN SCHOOLROOM, THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15, 1896. Tea on tables at 5.30 p.m. To be followed by a public meeting m the Church at 8 p.m. 10 60 NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF NEW ZEALAND. A GENERAL MEETING of the Asso- ciation will be held m the Oddfellows' Hall on WEDNESDAY, October 14, at 7.30 p.m. F. I. COWLISHAW, 10 61 Hon. Sec. ~\\T ANTED, Second-hand Bags m any Quantity. NEWCASTLE, WKSTPORT, BRUNNER NUTS, MOUNT SOMERB, AND ALLA.NI3ALE COALS, always m Stock. ALSO— COKE, FIREWOOD, POSTS, RAILS, STAKES, and all fencing material. I wish to draw the attention of the public to the celebrated AILANDALE COAL, Which has hold its own [against all the Lignites m the market. It is screened, and burns with a flame to a clean ash, leaving no dangerous embers, and is really the beat and cheapest Native coal to be had. One trial will convince you. James Elliott, SOLE AGENT, WEST STREET, Oppoiite D, ffhomai' Grain and Wpol Bft Stow,



i'-p.EE LEADING JtiWfiLLEM? AND WATCJH &B. [ PAIRING ESTABLISHMENT* IN THE DISTRICT. S. SALE X, . EAST STREET. i WATCH AND CLOCK REPAIRS AT PRICES CONSISTENT Wilh §«uort & Reliable Workmanship. «ar THE LARGEST^STOCK OF JEWELLERY AND SILVERWARE TO BE FOUND AT o*u*»mwa»* ,S. SALEK'S, .  , v WATCHMAKER AND JEWELLER, EAST STREET. IMPORTANT PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT. 11/rESSRS O. L. BEATS & CO. thank the public of Ahhburton and District for the very liberal support bestowed on them during the last three years, and beg to announce that they have disposed of the Stock and Goodwill of their Ashburton Business to their late Manager, MR A. P. WILLIAMSON, and for whom they solicit a continuance of the very liberal patronage accorded them m the past. / A. P. WILLIAMSON, * HAVING TAKEN OVER THE BUSINESS from his late employers, trusts that by keeping the Btock "up to date " m every particular, and giving the best possible value for " READY MONEY ONLY, to retain the valuable -support accorded to his predecessors JHg" NEW GOODS FOE THE COMING SEASON NOW OPENING UP. A.P.WILLIAMSON, CASH DRAPER, CLOTHIER, AND OUTFITTER, TANCRED STREET, ASHBURTON. 'YJU E ARE CASH BUYERS ■ OF WHEAT OATS BARLEY, RYEGRASSJ OOCKSFOOT f AND OATEN SHEAF CHAFF, Tn Large or Small Quantities JUST LANDED EX MOUNT SIRION,— 1000 BALES COBNSACKS. Full size and full weight FRIEDLAISDER BROS. LTD.



D. Thomas. ~~~ ' A R C A D F. SATURDAY,~CTOBER 10 MR DAVID THOMAS has received instructions fr.jm Kennedy Wylie .to Sell by Public Auction on the above date and fixture — 1 O GOOD YOUNG DRAUGHT MARES L4j AND GELDINGS. All broken to farm woik. DAVID THOMAS, 10 51 • Auctioneer. A R O A D F. SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10. MR DAVID THOMAS has received instructions from Mr H. Chesterman to Sell na above, — A CONTRACTOR'S COMPLETE PLANT, Consisting of 9 GOOD DRAUGHT HORDES, just out of work. Q Nearly New Reid and Gray DRAYS. Portable Whare, Six-leaf Tine Harrows, Double-furrow Plough by Duncan, 5 Three-furrow by Reid and Gray, § Four-horse Tackle, Harness, Swingle- trees, Chains, Horse Covers, and a. large quantity of Sundries. Sale at 1 p.m. 10 5 D. THOMAS. T. Bullock. TO LET, DWELLING of five Rooms-ami Scullery, with Bay Window and Verandah, well situated m Cameron street, west. T. BULLOCK. MONEY TO LEND. ON approved Freehold Secarities m sums to suit Borrowers at lowest current rates of interest. T. BULLOCK. SUBURBAN LAND. -~ — • 9 AORES, corner of Bacecourse and Middle Roads, Allenton, with small Stable thereon. Offers are invited for this property. Very liberal terms of payment. T. BULLOCK. FOR SALE.— Town Section No. 333 and Cottage, well situated m Moore Street. Price — £155. Easy terms. T. BULLOCK. TO LET, at a low rental, SHOP and DWELLING, East street eoulh. T. BULLQCEf. f^i OOD BUILDING SITES, well situated, vJT haviDg two frontages on Havelock Street and Wakanui Road, West, being T. S.s 1126 and 1227, i-acre. These sections are to be sold to close accounts. T. BULLOCK. TO FARMERS AND OTHERS. FOR~SALE. • IMPROVED FARMS, RURAL LAND, &c. . 168 Aores, fenced, near Maronan 1216 Acres, fronting Bowyer's Stream, Mount Somers 20 Acres, Wakanui, fronting the sea beach 156 Aores, improved, Willowby] 40 Aores, close to Ashburton . 530 Acres, Ranejitata Island ] 498 Acres, Hinds 22 Acres, Lowcliffe 1093 Acres, close to Bronaor* 26 Acres, Spaxton Survey District 200 Acres, Hinds 18 Acres, Col det roam 9? Acres, close to Springbura 288 Acres, Seafield, and other properties. For full particulars apply to T. BULLOCK. F. Ferr man. FOR »Al*jM • €11 ft A P SECOND Hand / l^lo- American Drill, 17 Coulters m oapfcal order. F FERRIMAN. _ A BARGAIN. ~ THE Undersigned has received instruc lions from Mr Addis to sell by pr iva te treaty his House containing six rooms and 83uUery» together with \ an acre nf First Class Land with good frontage on the Wakanui Road. This property is being sold solely on account of Mr Addis removing to Highbank. I F. FJSRRIMAN.



KeAtisg's Powder aestroys buge, fleas, mr>hs btetlep, aud all other inseots, whilst gui c hnrmleßs to doracetio animals. Id exterminating beetles the eucoees of this powder is ex raordinary. It 15 perfectly clean m app ! ica?ioD. See the arfciole you purobase is Kbati.o's, as imi alions are noxious and ineffectual, Sold m tins, 63, Ib, and 2* 6d. oaoh, by all gheaaiatg. It will be seen by a new advertisement m another column that Messrs Craighead and Berryman are probably now showing the largest stock of new tweeds and fashionable tailoring goods ever exhibited m Aehbur- ton. This speaks well for their enterprise



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Fob Indigestion, the best remedy is un doubtedly Nobton's Camomile Pills. Th6y can confidently be recommended as being mild m operation and absolutely free from injurious drugs. Acting at once as a -splen- did tonig and a gentle aperient. For nearly 100 years they have proved uLequallec* for Indigestion, Pyppepsia, sick Heada/^e and for Liver and Stomach complaints/ 'm bottles Is ljd, 2a 9d, andlls, by all Medi- ojne Y*ndors throughout the world. A ■fo)ple, •»'* M*d onrtiain remedy