PHASES OF THE MOON.

Ashburton Guardian. Magna est Veritas et Prævalebit. FRIDAY MARCH 6, 1896. CURRENT TOPICS.

Although there are not wanting persona who hold that the stage ca.n be ! made a ;use a devotional play, fal adjunct' to the churches, and that the drama may be utilised an the sarvice of religion, perhaps the onlj' permanent realisation of the idea is m the Oberammergau Passion Flay which is periodically produced at the village of that name. Some interest therefore attaches to an experiment of this kind which is now being made m London m the form of a devotional play of which i the following description is given by the correspondent of the Otago Daily Times'. — "Last Saturday night wit nessed the production at the -Lyric Theatre of a new play very remarkable m its character. It is new, at any rate, to London, although it has already scored a success m the pro vinces. It is entitled " The Sign of the Cross," and its author is Mr Wilson Barrett, the eminent actor, who under* takes its principal part, that of Marcus Supeibus, a Roman Prefect m the time of the Emperor Nero, whose persecution of the early Christians is supposed to be m full force. There is some slight reminiscence of the central idea m Handel's "Theodora" and Benedict's " Legend of St. Uecilia " m the plot of the play which revolves round the love of Marcus Superbusj the pagan and licentious patrician, for Mercia, the humble Christian maiden who eventually wins him to the faith, and the fcwo go to martyrdom together. The play is entirely devo tional m its character. Passaged from the Scriptures are freely ; used and prayers uttered, but all m so reverent a spirit that none can be offended. |ndeed the opening performance 'was numerouilv attended by elf rgymen of ,

note— it is said that so many of " the ! cloth " were never before seen m a i theatre at one time, — and the opinions j expressed have been not merely favor- ) able but enthusiastic. The play is re- J garded as one of an entirely whole- 1 somej instructive, and even beneficial character. J?orae of the scenes are almost too harrowing. For instance, a Christian ? ,boy, Stephanu- 1 , is rescued by Marcus, for love of Mercia, but not before he has undergone the rack m the sight of the audience, many of whom were uupkasantly affected by hia piercing shrieks of agony. But it is undoubtedly a fine and powerful play, although here and there the lan guage scarcely rises to the high level of dignity demanded by so noble a sub ject. Mr Wilson Barrett is an admir able representative of the Roman Prefect, and is well supported all round. He had a tremendous reception m his tripartite character, as author, actor, and manager."

LOCAL AND GENERAL.

Beading matter on fourth page . We are sorry to learn from the Post that Lady PrendergasC Is suffering from a stroke of paralysis. A first) offender for drunkenness made his appearance before Mr Alcorn, J.P., this morning and was fined 03, The biggest obntraotfor stonework ever awarded was probably that reported to have been made for the stone for the Hudson river bridge. The sum earned is above £1 000,000. The " Great Tower," for London, Eng land, m coarse of construction from designs of Mr Henry Davey, C.E., will onttop all metal structures, being bnilt of steel, and its extreme height will he 1250 feet when finished. If all the babies born m one year were laid m a line, head to foot, they would stretch from New York to Hongkong. If they could walk past a corner at the rate .of twenty per minute, it would take them six years to pass. Jekyll Island is said to be the only place m the world entirely iohahited by million aires. It belongs to a club composed of New York, Boston, and Philadelphia capitalists, the poorest of whom counts his fortune by millions of dollars. A twelve year old bandit is the latest prodnction of Georgia. A few days ago he stole a horse, and with a big pistol m a belt bnckled around his waist) rode com placently down the principal streets. At the age of eight he stole £8, and has since committed arson and attempted murder. A Wellington telegram dated sth fast* reports :— Oarl Locher was allowed bail to-day on his own recognisances of £200 and two sureties of £100 each. Inspector Pender stated that there was some slight evidence of complicity on the part of the male accused, but he did not think it likely he would leive the place. Mr Pender said that the doctor had told him he thought tforbury would pull through. D« S. Beaumont, the cyclist who left Ghristchurch at 10 o'clock on Tuesday morning for a rapid ride to Dunedin, reached Oamaru at midnight, and Herbert at 3 a m. — 166 miles ml 7 hours, Beau monb could easily have lowered Shorland's record, having then only 60 miles to go and 7$ hours to do it m, but at Herbert he met n strong souther and heavy rain, which pulled him up. A new invention consists of a prepara tion of asbestos wool compressed into thin sheets by hydraulic pressure. These sheets are then waterproofed on one *ide by a special solution, and portions inserted into the boots as middle soles. Asbestos being a non-conductor of heat, its inter polation into the fabric of boots and shoes m conjunction with a waterproof material has the effect of counteracting the influences of heat, cold, and moisture. ' Asbestos-lined boots cannot croak m wear, and are, besides, many times more flexible trhau boots made m the ordinary manner. Lastly, asbestos being a non-conductor of electricity,, persons wearing boots thus made may walk over live electric wires m perfect safety. The Wellington correspondent of the Otago Daily Times writes :— "Mr M'Kay, of the Labour department, has ju3t re turned from a visit to thd State farm at Levin, and gives most plowing accounts of the flourishing state of that institution. The yield from the potato, oats, turnip, and other crops this year are, he states, most satisfactory. The oats average about 40 bushels to the acre, and the potatoes go to 12 tons per acre ; while things generally at the farm are m first-class order. The 500 or 600 grape vines recently planted on the farm are included m the list of successes. What it has coat to arrive at this stage of perfection will be looked for with interest." A writer m a London paper says : — Farming, which was once practically the only industry m the kingdom, still remains the largest single industry, and agricul tural capital stUl forms one-fourth of the , whole wealth of the nation. The number of persons supported by it m the United Kingdom is estimated at 6,520,000, as against- 9.108,400 by manufacturing and , 19*182,000 by commerce. The number of persons actually employed m farming is estimated at 2,561,000, as against s. lß9,ooo m manufactures and 7,985,000 m com* merce. The latest estimate of the national earnings per annum comes out as follows : — Agriculture, £226,000,000; mining, £53,000,000; manufactures, £492,000,000; internal transport, £113,000,000; com merce£74,OoO,ooo; shipping,£3o,ooo,ooo; banking. £45,000,000; and professions, £117,000,000. The following paragraph, which refers to a compositor who served his apprentice ship m this office, is from the Sydney Daily Telegraph : — Mr Frank J. 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School Committee.

HAMPSTEAD.

The usual meeting o- fhe Hampstead I School Cuinmitiee was held on Tuesday— | Present •— Messrs Crocks (Chairman 1 , I Strange, Sage, Berryman, Patrcn, Lawrie, ( and Andrews. An apology w»s tendered for the absence of Mr Henary. CORREf-rOKrENCE. The Board of Education wrob\ s»atinq that an assistant mistress h»<l ».<v n *.d. verds-d for, aid the Chairman (Mr Crp: ks) said that, as ihe smier-a . f Miss Williamacn weie not avai^hle »fc the time, ie had been arranged t.iiat Mfi3B Bell should take the cl«ss for a m .mh. The Board of Education wrote to ihe effect that plans for additions, etc , to the master's house had been prepared, but the Board, for want of funds, were not m a position to authorise the work. A circular and a prospectus referring to the New Zealand Reader were received from the Board. The Board forwarded a oopy of a new regulation, fixing the limit of holidays.— In reterence to this matter, Mr Lawrie proposed that a conference of representa tives of the Borough, Hampstead, and High schools, be held to endeavor to arrange for a uniform limit f>r these schools, and after a short discussion the chairman was authorised to interview the Ohalrmen of the other committees, and determine what, holidays should be allowed. '• ; It was resolved to defray the cost of repairing the roof of the master's house oud of the incidental fund, the Chairman to see to having the work carried oat. master's report. The master's report showed— number on the roll, 405 j average attendance, 350. VISITING COMMITTEE. The visiting committee reported having had some locks repaired, and other small matters attended to, as well aa a fence re* erected that had been blown dowm Messrs Berryman and Lawrie were ap pointed for next month. ACCOUNT 3. Several accounts having been passed for payment, the committee adjourned.

The Oddfellows' Hall.

I opjEffiarct cososbt.

The opening concert at the Oddfellows' Hall was, as was expected, very well attended. There were a good number of vacancies m the front seats, but the remainder of the house was well filled. Everywhere satisfaction was expressed with the appearance of the building, the provision made for the comfort of per formers and audience, and the admirable acoustic properties of the hall The Mayor presided, and m a few remarks by way of formal opening, referred m sympathetic terms to the loss the Odd fellows had suffered m the destruction of the old hall by fire, and the public spirit and enterprise they had displayed m providing the fine building m which those before him were now assembled, and whom he congratulated on having such a hall m which to hold their public gatherings. The Mayor having, amidst great applause, declared the hall open, the programme was procfleded with, not, however, before his Worship had tendered apologies for the absence of Mr Hugh Keeves and the Rev A. Mitchell, the former of whom had not been able to get away from Christcburch to sing his promised songs buh had sent instead a, valuable substitute m the person of Mr Hockley, and the latter (Rev Mr Mitchell) had unfortunately missed the train. The Ashburton Orchestral Society had the honor of giving the first item In the new bnilding, and nnder Mr David Jones' baton discharged the .duty welL The* * Cleopatra '- of Blaucheteau was the overture chosen, and the orchestra handled it ably, playing with precision and grace, and bringing out m prominence the many harmonic beauties with whioh ihe woik of the. brilliant French composer nbounds. The Society also played the overture opening the second part of the programme — the * Invocation a Ste. Oecile,' by Lamotte— a piece m which plenty of opportunity was afforded to the flate player, Mr Peachy, of showing the brilliant work that can be done by that instrument when handled by one who knows his business. The other instru mental pieces were a duet for violin and piano (Schubert's Sonata In D) by Mr and Miss Corrick, a violin solo by Mr Oorrlck •rod a piano solo by Miss Corrlok, all of which welcome contributions were highly appreciated and warmly applauded. The vocal numbers were not of cour&e given as set down m the programme, owing to the absence of Messrs Reeves and Mitchell, but the order was observed as far as. possible. The quartet "Humpfcy Dumpty " was sung by the Oorrick family and Mr Lovell. Mr Mitchell's full round baritone would have added to the volume of sound no doubt, but Mr Oorrick's lighter voice did good service, and the absence of the singer whose place was thus taken was not greatly felb. In the other quartet, Pinsuti's "Good night, beloved, Mr Horace A. Gates took the bass part, Mr Oorrlck being the pianist, and both quartets were received as well sung concerted mublc always is by an audience with any musical taßte. Mrs Oorrick was m admirable voice, and m addition to the excellent service which she rendered m the quartets, gave a most i delightful interpretation of Masoheroni's platntive monody " For all eternity," the riohness of her lower notes being spioially noticeable. Miss Alice Corrick has made herself quite a favorite m Ashburton, and m Arditi's "Dream of Home," and Henry Bishop's "Bid me discourse" she won more laurels. In response to an enthusiastic encore m the first part she gave with the necessary archness "The cows are m the corn," and m the second part "I was dreaming." Miss Henry's singing of the "Flight of. ages,"* by Bevan, and Stephen Adams' "By the fountain" was rewarded by encotes of that hearty kind which shows an un mistakably pleased audience ; as were also the always acceptable efforts of Mrs O. M. Brooke, who sang "Tell me, my heart," m her usual artistic style, Mr Lovell, the well-known tenor of Ohristchuroh Cathedral, was m his best form, and sang superbly Molloy's " Carnival," but ib was nob until, m the second part, he essayed Roeckel's "Across the stream" that his really fine voice was shown at its best, and the singer's ability to use it with j power and taste was exhibited. Of course I his efforts were fully acknowledged by the audience Mr Hockley, who took Mr H M. Reeves' place m the programme, sang Pinsuti's " Outposb " m place of the song set down m the first parb for Mr Reeves, but m the second p*rt he gave the two operatic selections from Wallace that were underlined for the absentee and m each case received hearty applause for his very pleasing efforts. Need ib be said that the humorous songs of Mr Charles Edgar were the source of great mirth. As usual his quaint nesses and drolleries had their irresistible effect, and !he was recalled time after time. Before closing, His Worship paid a high compli ment to the arohiteot of the hall, Mr R. W. England, on the success o& his buildiDg m regard to its acoustic proper ties and otherwise, a compliment which was endorsed by a round of applause, and it may. be added that all the vocalists' expressed to Mr Tuckar (chairman of the Hall Committee) their satisfaction with the room, Mr Edgar remarking that among (he many halls m which he had sung, none had given him more pleasure nor made his work so easy, as the one the Ashburton Oddfellows ought fo feel proud foppBIBBB, . ■

CABLE NEWS.

HOME AND FOREIGN

THE VENEZUELAN TROUBLE. London, Match 4 A forecast of Sir J Pollock's state ment of the British case over the Vene zuela boundary dispute states that the British rights to Essequibo are over whelming and based on effective pos session. EVICTED TENANTS REIN STATED. The evicted tenants on the Pon sonbyand Smith Barry estates have been reinstated. NORFOLK ISLAND: Mr Chamberlain stated that New South Wales requested to be allowed to administer Norfolk Island because justice was partial and crime went un punished, and, further, that the island was m a retrograde state. j UNMUZZLED DOGS. ! Four thousand five hundred un muzzled doga have been destroyed m London. COLONIAL QUESTIONS* . . March 5. The Agents-General are sending to their respective Governments for authority to support Mr Laurie's Marriage Bill, and are discussing whether they shonld apply to the Treasury to forego the income tuc when it has already been paid m the colonies by money investors m the colonies. ATLANTIC SUBSIDY. There is an agitation m Ottawa to forward Mr Chamberlain^ plans tor a fast Atlantic service, with a subsidy 6f £190,000 annually.

LATEST GABLE NEWS.

HOME AND FOREIGN

COLONISTS DINNER. Losdon, March 5. At the South Australian coloni»t» dinner, Sir J. Ferguson said his recent visit sho wed that the colony though one of the youngest, was also: one of the most vigorous. Lord Selborne suftthe message of goodwill from the colonies brought closer constitional union to the verge of practical politics. Mr Play ford Agent-General pointed out that ia comparison to the population, the trade of South Australian, was ahead of the other colonies, and- they had already removed depression. Colonial Federation was near at hand, and. the people would assent to it immediately the details _ were submitted. Lord Rosebery said the Empire never rested on a surer basis. Difficulties with other countries had evolved a spirit of generous loyalty surpassing expecta tion. He did not think mechanical union with the colonies was any nearer than a decade ago, and m some respects not so near; a union of sympathy and interest, however, was equally precious, and, resting as it did on a liberal and loving comprehension, no surer basis could be possible. THE BRITISH NAVY, Lord Rosebery, speaking m th© House of Lords, said it was an absolute Tttefcessity for Great Britain to possess the strongest navy. The question was one outside politics, and belonged to Englishmen all the world over. The newspapers applaud the ex-Premier's advocacy of the establishment of , a dominant navy. FRANCE AND RUSSIA. Pabis, March 5 The President met the Czarewitch at Nice. Extreme cordiality was shown on both sides.

CONFERENCE OF PREMIERS.

I THE FEDERATION MOVEMENT.

Sydney, March 4 The Premiers' Conference * has opened. Press representatives are not admitted. New South Wales, Queens* land, South Australia, Victoria and Tasmania are represented. Mr Reid presided. The Conference generally discussed the proposed Japanese treaty, federal defence, and the question of lighthouses. Resolutions on these questions will be submitted" for adop tion at to-morrow's sitting. During the day a telegram was received from the Australasian Labour Federation, sitting at Brisbane, asking the Con ference to take action m totally ex cluding coloured races from Australia, and to reject that portion of the Japanese treaty giving Japanese the right to reside m the colonies. Symhcy, March 5 The Premiers' Conference adopted the following resolutions respecting federal defence :— That federation is essential for any complete scheme of Australasian defence, meantime it is desirable that the laws of the various colonies be amended to allow local forces to serve m any part of Australia and Tasmania for the purpose of de fence against foreign aggression. Uni formity of control and discipline, arms and pay, when on active service, should be secured aa soon as practi cable. The establishment of a cordite factory m Australia is a matter of urgent importance. With regard to the Japanese treaty, that it is inex pedient for the colonies to become parties to the Treaty. As to undesir able immigration, that it is desirable without delay to extend the provisions of the Chinese Restriction Act to all colored races. The Conference adopted; with unim portant modifications, the resolutions of the recent Melbourne Health Con ference, with reference; to Federal quarantine and the recommendations' of the Hobart Maritime Conference of 1894 with respect to ocean and coast lights. The Victorian representatives, however, reserve the right to indicate their decision at a later period to the various Governments on the last question. A resolution also was carried that the deliberations of the Conference have made the urgent necessity for the federation of the colonies more apparent than ever.

THE ABBBOBTOK GDAttDIAN : J?Mda¥, MARCH 6, 1898.



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T>RESENTS, Presents— We are new * giving useful Presents to all Pur- chasers of Drapery, etc. — H. O. Segbrs, Melford House |i/|EN'S Bluchers ss, a good Strong *** Nailed Shooter at 83 6d ;.a nice assortment of Ladies' and Children's Boots and Shoea from Is 9d a pair at R. Alcorn's HOLIDAY Suits— A Nice Kaiapoi Suit for 27s 6d, Boys' Knloker and Cambridge Suits from 7s 6d, Men's Suits Ho Measure from 455, Fit; and Workmanship Guaranteed at R. Alcorn's TITANTED Known— That E. Mahood * * is still (nailing all kinds of Grooery, Orcckery, and Glassware at as reasonable a price as any other house m the trade. Orders by letter or Telephone promptly attended to. Families waited on 'daily. Telephone No. 76. \k,- ANTED Known— 6ooo pairs of * * Boots to be cleared m one month. — Mellor's Zealandia Boob Store. \ITANTED Known— Newest Goods m vv Drapery and Millinery for the Summer Season, direot from London— W. H. Collier, The Corner. ANTED Known— We intend to shake up every Boob Shop m Ashburton. — Melloh's Clearing Boot Sale Now is the time to buy your Boot* and Shoes while you can get supplied at a dis- count of from ten to forty cent. Only at McDonald and McDiarmid's Cash Boot Shop, East street, . Atinual Sale now going « 8



public Notices. Success ! Success ! SUCCESS ! NOTHING SUCCEEDS LIKE SUCCESS,. AND THE "BLUE HOUSE' DESERVES IT CHB4P GOODS opening everyday TT being now a recognised fact that the "BLUB HOUSE" Is the Cheapest Place m Ashburton for Drapery, Clothing, Millinery, Boots* etc. Therefore the thrifty housewife and care- ful farmer, who wishes to snstain the confidence of those near and dear to them, by saving their hard earned money | should not fail to find the i "BLUE HOUSE," When m Pursuit of Cheap and Durable Goods LOOK OOTI" LOOK OUT! j LOOK OUT! The Best Value m the Trade. Compare a few of the " BLUE HOUSE " PBICES. White Calico Is lid, 2s lid, 3s 9d per dozen Grey Calico Is 9d, 2s 9d, 3s lid per dozen A really good make at 2s lid per dozen Flannelette 2s 6d per dozen A splendid line Assorted stripe at 3s lid worth 6s per dozen Art Muslin 2s lid for 12yds — a marvel Silesia from 3d per yard Ticking 4s lid bed of 10 yards, worth double American Leather and Oil Baize from 9d per yard 72 inch Twill Sheeting, 9|d per yard, plain, ditto, per yard B%i PRINTS, CAMBRICS, BLOUS- INGS, MUSLINS, etc. Having had a most; successful season m these Goods, for the balance no offer approaching reaton will be refused at the "BLUE HOUSE." It so happens thac all the low class Goods have been sold — the better quali- ties only are m Stock ; therefore, Superior Goods at Low Class Prices. For instance— 9d DeUines now 4£d ,* all Linen Blousings were Is 3d, how 7£d ; Zephyis, any shade, 3s 9d ten yards, were lOd ; Persian Cords, usual price Is 9d no n 10&1, any shade; Beautiful Designs m all shades and qualities of Satteen, with the price cub fairly in^half. No two bitea at a cherry with BLUE HOUSE GOODS Jiufc opened a few more pieces o? Black Cashmere still 6s lid Dress. Be quick lor these, no need to overlook the luxury of m mining at this price. Hosiery and Gloves, any price from"'4d por pair ; Beautiful Silk Gloves only Is 6d, riilk Hose la lid, Black and Navy Cuffs and Collars from 3d, Hair Nets, a lot at 2d each millinery7lollinery, MILLINERY. So Successful has been the "BLUE HOUSE" m this Department m almost entirely clearing out their Summer Goc ds. Now that the season is practic- ally over, the tail end of the Stock will go afc nominal prices* too ridiculous to quoto ; just call and the price will delighc a likely purchaser. HATS, FLOWERS, VEILINGS, FEATHERS, etc., Must be given away or laid aside. We prefer to give them away at poor price IN THE CLOTHING AND MERCERY DEPARTMENT, Its a case of Speculation is the footstool to fortune If yon want a rig oufe, and have only about one third of what you imagine it will cost, don't wait until you have more money, but 'find the "BLUE HOUSE," And there we will help yon to solve the problem of how to live within your means and get all yon require. You won't get any credit, but real red hot value. LOOK HERE— A Man's Suit any size for 14s tid, a good Tweed Suit) 19s 9d, Men's Tweed Trousers and Vests : 11s 6d, Tweed Trousers from 5s lid, Serge Trousers from 4s 6d. The Wonder— "BLUß HOUSE" Moles 3s lid, Men's Tweed Hats Is 3d, Caps 6d, Felt Hats, black, brown and drab from Is 6i Everybody within a radius of forty miles .has had a - v "BLUE HOUSE" SHILLING SHIRT,- Plenty more. , Leather Shirts 2s lid. B.C. Under Shirts and Pants Is 3d, Merino do Is lid, Strong Soxs, 3 pair for Is ; Is 6d Bora now9d, all Ties, Scarfs and Collars at a cut m two price for a few days, [t wo yards wide Floor Cloth, best quality, Is per yard ; Linoleum la bid square yard. Carpets Is lid ' .., BOOTS ~&" SHOES ALL AT " BLUE HOUSE " PRICES. Another case of the famous Strap Shoes 3s lid, be quick if you want a pair To Study Economy and live within means, pay cash. If you want to come Into the town for holiday go to the ■ " BLUE HOUSE " And spend a pound, then you enjoy yourself, because you have a holiday and save a day's wages THE CHEAP "BLUE HOUSE," Between J, Qrr and Co. and The Clothing Factory, ":*■'■■■ East Street.



Business Notices. One Month. G. J. NEI L L HAS MARKED HIS STOCK OF General Drapery Clothing and Boots BELOW COST PBICE, , A ND is now offering it to the Public. Make no mistake the prices . Cannot be beaten. G- J- NEILL, BPKNETT STREET NEXT SHEARMAN BROS. REMEMBER — FOR ONE MONTH FOR WEDDING PRESENTS, BIRTHDAY PRESENTS, and PRESENTATIONS OAYA VISIT TO THE JEWELLERY ESTABLISHMENT OF S. Salefc, EAST STREET, where the Largest and Finest Stock at Reasonable Prioea, are to be seen. N.Bi ALL GOODS MARKED IN PLAIN FIGURES* f For Satisfactory "Watch and Clock Repairs at Moderate charges go to 8. SAL EX, WATCHMAKER AND JEWELLEB, EAST STREET. Ki&MT. LENT. JLKHTT. FLETCHER BROS.. HAVE just received a large Consignment of the Finest Preserved FISH forth.c PRESENT LENT SEASON. 2 Kegs Finest Salt Salmon 6 Doz. Salt Herrings, one doz, 5 Tins Red Herrings, Scotch m each tin 5 Cases MoirV Fresh Herrings 2 Cases Herrings m Tomato 2 Cases Maconochie's Fresh Sauce Herrings 2 Cases Kippered Herrings 5 Cases Cocktail Salmon 5 Cases Auckland Mullet < 2 Cases Albert Sardines 1 Case Mackerel 3 Cases Boneless Cod I Etc., Etc. CROCKERY. CRO CHERI, We have just received several shipments of Kveryday^Lines m Crockery, which we are enabled to sell at "Very Low Prices. We have also received a special line m China Cruets that we are selling at the remarkably low price of Is 9<l. They are really the Cheapest Cruet ever sold m Ashburton. We have only a few left. If you are requiring one come at once, as we have only a few left ENAMEL WARE. ENAMEL WARE. Having bought large stocks of Enamel Ware m the Home and Continental markets before the rise, we are enabled to sell at lower prices than anyone m the trade. The following are a few of the varieties we keep m stock : — Enamelled Saucepans m various sizes (with lid and without) Enamelled Stewpans m various sizes Enamelled Kettles, Enamelled m three sizes Enamelled Wash Basins and Mixing Bowls, Enamelled Jugs Enamelled Mugs, Pint, f Pint, and 1 Pint Enamelled Pie Dishes m all sizes, etc , etc. '.'sl TEA. TEA. TEA. Try our Indian and Ceylon Pekoe, with red label, m -|lb and lib packets. It is without doubt one of the Finest Teas m the market, and is specially selected and bulked m the Gardens for our own trade. Give it a trial. FLlTCfitt §ROS., cash suppiS ;j|toees, ? BAST £TR E ET r j A-SfIBURTON, ' Wholesale and llotail Agents ia Ashburton and Christchurch for NIMMO AKD BLAIR>3 BTANDARD SEEDS. Tkuspbone 34 ; ;■ ■■■■Box 67