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THE CONGRESS OF CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE. London, May 7 The Congress of Chambers of Commerce opens on June 8. Thirteen Australian delegates will be present. Earl Jersay will entertain all the dele gates at Osterly Park, Isleworth. CHAFF EYS' IRRIGATION CO. Mr Justice Williams has granted an order for the compulsory winding up of Ohaffeys' Irrigation 00. LI HUNG CHANG SX PETBRBBUEO, May 7. The Czar extended a hearty welcome to Li Hung Chang. THE A&SASSI NATION OF THE SHAH. Gonstastinople, March 7 Jenaldine, who is alleged to have instigated the assassination of the Shah . -was arrested here, but wassubsequently released. GOLD. New York, May 7. A rich discovery of gold has been made m Trinidad. SEVERE EARTHQUAKE Quito, May 7. A severe earthquake was experienced throughout the Republic, and many persons were killed.

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NEiW SOUTH WALES POLITICS. Sydney. May 8 The Premier, speaking at Litbgow, outlined the Government programme, between thirty and thirty-five measures would be introduced this session, em bracing alien immigration restriction, the referendum to be applied to dis putes m both Houses, rabbits, fisheries, electoral reform, law reform, coal mines, and the regulation of factories i and workshops. THE ARGUS LIBEL CASE. Melbourne, May 8 In the libel case, Mi ram v. Argus, the Jury found for the defendant newspaper on the main issue, and for plaintiff on a minor point. WESLEYAN UNION. Adelaide, May 8 The Methodist Federal Council has adopted a plan for union which was compiled by the Wesleyan section of the Council. ADELAIDE HOSPITAL. The Hoßpital Board recommends the appointment of Dr Napier as resident surgeon, and Dr JBulkley, of Man chester, resident physician.

Peart, the Diver, Killed

. _ — +. > Sydney, May 8 During tbe opening performance of Fitzgerald Bros circus last night, Peart the diver, while attempting to dive f rom^he dome into a small tank of water, struck the edge of the tank with ( his chest, and died later m the evening, j The impact was so great that, accord ing to the medical evidence, anyone with less vitality and energy would have been killed instantly. Peart was able with assistance to leave the tank.

The Chrysanthemum Show.

♦ Save a display made aome two or three years ago by Mr Porter, the first Chrysan themum Show held m Ashburton took place yesterday m the Oddfellowa' Hall, under the auspices of the Horticultural Society. It was well worth a visib, but the attendance of the pnblic was not nearly so large as might have been expected, possibly because the intention to hold the exhibition had not received sufficient publicity. General sur prise was evinced ar the excellence of the exhibits, as few persons were aware of the perfection to which the cultivation of the queen of autumn flowers has attained among tbe growers of the town and district. The displays made by Mr G. T. Smith, Mr John Orr, Mr 0. A. Hardy (Rakaia), Mrs Bushell, and Miss Grigg were the most extensive, and comprised magnificent blooms of all the newest and choicest varieties, the first-named exhibitor being the only one who labelled his exhibits 00 that it is impossible to attempt to describe those of others by name. Miss Grigg showed a beautiful itand of six large peach-colored bloomß of a vary choice variety which was much ad mired; Mr Orr two stands of eighteen .blossoms each, two stands of twelve, and a numbet of single specimens, the whole collec tion comprising Japanese, incurved, and hirsute varieties being the theme of general admiration. The same may be said of Mrs Bushell's, Mr Hardy's and Miss Grigg's exhibits* The first-named showed a collec tion of trusses, eighteen varieties, and stands of twenty-four, eighteen and twelve blooms, Mr Hardy twa stands of twelve each, Miss Grigg two stands of twelve, be sides the stand of six above referred to, while Mr John Cochrane (Elgin) also showed a stand of twelve trusses, four of six blooms each, Mr Christensen (May field) three stands of six ; a stand each being also contributed by Mr W. W. Smith (public gardens), Mr F. Johns, and Mr Jackson. Mr G. T, Smith's was a magnificent display, some of the blooms shown by him measuring ten inches m diameter, and being _ of marvellous beauty. We noticed m particu lar the following choice varieties among his exhibit :— Ethel de Lyons, a pale peach Japanese; Vivian Morrell, white tipped with peach ; I«ouis Boehmer, white and Eink hirsute varieties ; W. W. Lincoln, a rilliant yellow Jap ; Compte de Germanic, a well-known incurved flower ; Barbara, a spheroidal umber orange ; Madame Theresa Ray, white, tinged with primrose ; Ex celsior, a reflex Jap of pale magenta with silver reverse; Lord Eversley, white in curved, a perfect ball ; and Duchess of York, a gorgeous yellow Japanese. Mr T. Rollitt contributed a well arranged stand of plants m pot, and there was a large number of bouquet* j among which the fins must be given to one of white chrysanthemums and J maiden-hair fern sent by Mrs Bushell, who alio displayed a very beautiful table decora* tion m the shape of a chrysanthemum basket. Mrs Lechner also showed some beautiful bouquets, and Miss Lily Davis emulated Nature with a very cleverly made stand of artificial blooms m paper-work. The hall was festooned with ropes of chrysanthemums, and the chandeliers were Srlanded with the same, the tout ensemble ing mo»t charming. Altogether the Show must be pronounced a great success m every respect, save as regards the financial result), which we fear will not be what the promoters had a right to expect. In the evening there was a chrysanthemum ball under the auspices of the Society, which was largely attended, dancing being kept up until 1 a.m. to the excellent music of Gates' band. Mr Frizzell was a most effi cient M.0., and refreshments were very satisfactorily provided by Mr W. 0. Davis.

£50, £10, £10, £S, given ftw&y for A single gueßS. Send stamp for particulars and circulars to Box 176, P. 0., Wellington. 5 65 One Box op Clarke's 841 Pills is warren ted to cure all discharges from the Urinary Organß, m either sex (acquired or consti tutional), Gravel and Pains m the Back. Guarranteed free from Mercury. Sold m Boxes 4a 6d each, by all Cbemists and Patent medicine Vendors throughout the World Pc oprietora : The Lincoln and Midland Counties Drug OoMPAnY. Lincoln. England For a pain m ihe Bide or oheßt there ia notlr i-g so good as a piece oi flannel damped with Ohamberlain'B Pftin Balm and bound on over the seat of pain, It affords prompt and per manent relief and if ÜBed m time will often prevent a cold from resulting m pneumonia. This same treatment is a Bure cure for lame baok. For sale by the Aahburton Drug Com piny.

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......... Business .Notices. Wareliousfcuiairs Clearing Sale, gALE OP TtiE STOCK OF IaTB H. OLNEf, CHRISTGHURdB. W. H- COLLIER has bought from the above estate A line of. YOUTHS 1 OVERCOATS, 6s 6d upwards, worth double. Men's CARDIGAN JACKETS 4s 9d, worth 8* 6d. Black OSTRICH TIP.S 4£d, worth la each. A. .line new black bead DRESS TRlMflilfcGS 3d to 6d, worth doablt Ladies' handsomely beaded Cashmere MITTS 4£d pair. White embroidered COLLARETTES for children 8d each, formerly Is. Children's Woollen JACKETS Is 6d each, about half-price, Sale us o w On. "THE CORNER.' £g^j^^"«*y : BRIDGE WORKS* /^^^^^ KILWORTH~& SOK^ ENGINEERS, SrSROr%&J^Q li ®k ARE Fre P ared to undertake all lvaJ^Binf-^^^&' -. Agricultural Work that Requires i vy^'^^^'^^^M'fiWßw^BP^ScT^^^y Steel, Iron or Timber m its DON'T be afraid to call with any kind p£ iob ; we have the Men, Machinery, and Material to execute it. . " .There is often great talk about our £bcal Industries. Here is an opportunity for you. Encourage one and see it grow. Tfc/ee years ago, when we parted, -we were laughed at. To-day,, we have the largest works of the Kina m tho County. - <■ . . ; The Seed Sowing is now upon us again. Wo ate making a Specialty m Repairs; of all^makes of Seed Drills.f ' -■■'. GIVE^ US A TBIAL. -,,"^ WHEAT. WHEAT. TXT E ARE P*R OM P T C A|S H BUYERS OF Prime Milling Wheat, AT HIGHEST MARKET RATIiS. We are also prepared to Store Grain on Farmers account m our New Grain Slorea West Street, Ashburton, on very favourable terms Full sized Cornsacka nnd Twino Supplied at LQWESi' CURRENT ItATES Bollitt"* "& Go, CANTERBURY FLOUB MILLS, Ofmoes aijd Stokes: WEST STREET, ASHBURTON. • 159. VX,>E A|RE CASH BUYERS OF WHEAT, OATS.i BARLEY, EYEGBASSJ COCKSFOOT, AND OATEN SHEA3 1 CHAFF, In Large j[or Small|JQuantities. [JUST LANDED, EX MOUNT- SIVIOU,— 1000 BALES OORNSAOKS. FuUfsize and fuU weight Fiiedlander Bros., Limited. H. M. JONES' H. M, JONES. BOOKS, BOOKS, BOOKS. PUBLISHERS PRICES. CHEAP EDITIONS. Bought for Cash, THE ASSIGNED STOCK OP J. MARSDEN at a Low Price, and the whole £266 will bo Cleared at a Great Redaction. COME EARLY FOR BARGAINS IN BOOKS, STATIONERY, AND FANCY GOODS. SHIPMENT of Books, ex T*inai, just opened op. Great variety, suitable) for prizo awards and presentation purposos. Liberal Discount to School Com- mittees, to keep the trade here. STATIONERY, STATIONERY, STATIONERY. SPECIAL VALUES m Boxed Paper and Envelopes. Plain and Fancy from <B<l upwards. Good Business Envolopea from 3s $>d per 1000, cash. {Law and Com- mercial Papers. ACCOUNT BOOKS, ACCOUNT BOOKS. Various sizes and Binding, Memorandum, Pocket and Counter Books, Pianos, Albums, Photo Frames. ELECTROPLATED, GLASS AND CHINA WARE FANCY GOODS In great variety. All at lowest, Casli Prices. I have made arrangements to procure any Books, Magazines or other lines re* quired, from London* America. Melbourne, and elsewhere, at the [shortest possible notice. H. M. JONES.



Henry Zander aa s now von sal c— Cornsacks (full-sized) Cornsacks Seaming Twine (5 ply) India, China and Ceylon Teas (Direct from the Growers) ; Mauritius and Queensland Sugars Wines and Spirits Ales and Stout Manning and Co.'s Colonial Ale GUNS (Hollis; GUNS Ammunition. Ammunition. Of Every Description Barbed and Fencing Wire Eansomes and Horn sbys i Plough-Shares Crockery and Glassware Etc. Highest Market Prices Paid FOB GRASS AND CLOVER SEEDS, OATS AND OATEN SHEAF CHAFF Clearing Sales Conducted, and Saleyards Regularly Attended under the supervision of J Mr David Zander, Auctioneer. Henry Zander, GENERAL MERCHANT WOOL, STOOK AND STATION AGENT AGENT FOR- Snn Fire Ininrance Offioe Australian Mutual Provident Soolet



i. L.4WEIE & CO, HAVE pleasure m announcing to their town and country friends that they are now showing an ENTIRELY NEW STOCK OF Winter Goods Comprising Men's, Youths' and Boys' Clothing m the latest styles and best materials. Men's and Youths' Tweed Overcoats and Waterproof Clothing m stock and made to measure. A choice stock of Patterns to select from at very low prices, fit guaranteed. A splendid assortment of the beßt makes of Flannelettes, Shirtings, Calicoes, Sheetings, etc, etc. ENGLISH AND COLONIAL BLANKETS And a nice lot of Dress Goods m Serges and Tweeds, suitable for the. season. All these goods will be found sterling value and will give satisfaction. —BOOTS AND SHOES— All sizes. Standard, Zealandia, and other noted brands m stock and to arrive, offering at prices to ensure a quick sale. COMPLETE STOCKS OF IRONMONGERY GROCERIES CROCKERY and GLASSWARE OATS CHAFF BRAN and FOLLARD AI^VAYB IK STOCK, SAUNDEBS' BUILDINGS, WILLIAMS' Patent "Snowflake" Washing Machine., rpHE SUCCESS OF THE AGE! Clothes require no rubbing. A marvel of simplicity. Will wash Blankets with the greatest ease Great saving of time and labor. Can now be inspected on my premises. Henry Zander, SOLE AGENT FOR THE COUNTY. . 4 217 WANTED Known— You save 6s In, every pound if you patronise Mellqii's Cheap Boot Store.



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I, ___ Business Notce& FOR SALB 1778 Acree, 3 Hoods, boing R.B, 27828. 27888, 30151, 30152, near Methten, and known as Hole's Farm. This Farm is well improved, most of it beiDg m English Grass. The land is g iod, and grows heavy crops of Turnips, Oats, and Glover ; subdivided into several paddocks with plenty of water. E«sy terms of payment. Price very luw, < A L S O,— 1093 Acres, b.ing tt.S. 27U31, 27388, 27389, 27390, situated nearDromow, and known as Robert Clark's F«iai. The land is m splendid order, fences goor 1 , water m each paddock ; 400 A.iros now being put into Crop, with whichTGr«ss Seed will be sown. The balance of the land is m clover, two and three years old— -a splendid strike. Easy terms. Price very low. Either of these Farms is well worth the atten:ion of would-be investors, as they can be bought very cheap, and th«y are both w^U situated, being close to Railway Stations. ALBO- -338 Acres Tussock near Lismore. A good investment for anyone with swump land to work with it. A L 8 ()- --460 Acres, well improved, near Lismore ; goo •' Lud, well watered, and sub- <l!vded,all m Grass ; a proportion ready lor cropping. Terms easy. Price very low. A L S O— 180 Acres, adjoining Mayfield Township, known as D. KelUghan's Farm. House and Out-buildings ; well improved ; plenty of water. Easy terms. Price very low. ALB 0- - Several other Properties, Ashburton Town Sections, and Mrs Quion's House DAVID THOMAS, Ashburton.



Friediandef BfOS M Limited. HIGHBANK CLEAKINCT SALE. IN Conjunction with the Nbav Zea- land Loan & Mercantile Agency Company, Messrs Fbiedlandbb Broj., Limited, will hold a Clearing Sale at Hlghbank on THURSDAY AND FRIDAY, MAY 14 AND 15, 1896. Comprising — q/\ DRAUGHT HORSES, all m active work. *y DRAUGHT YEARLINGS Or| HACKS AND HARNESS *-*^ HORSES, broken and unbroken. 10 Drays, 3 Farm Waggons, 15 Ploughn inoluding 6 Digging Ploughs, 10 Reapers and Binders. 3 Portable Houses, 6 sere of Harrows, 6 Strippers, 3 Broadcast Sowers, 2 Drills, 1 Mower, 30 sets of Dray, Leading and Plough Har- ness, contents of a complete Blacksmith's Shop, Household Furniture, and other Farm Sundries, too numerous to men- tion. Sale starts at 1 p.m. on May 14. CONVEYANCES for Buyers will leave Rakaia Railway Station on the arrival of the firat train from Ohrlstchurch on THURSDAY, MAY 14. O. R. CALCUTT, R. FRIEDLANDER, 5 35 Auctioneers. SATURDAY, MAY 9, 1896 METHVEN FARMS, METHVEN FARMS. TO GRIIN GROWERS, DAIRY FARMERS, & GRAZIERS MOST IMPORTANT SUBDIVISION 4L SALE EVER HELD IN THE METHVEN DISTRICT. Adjoining the rising Township of Methven and Methven Railway Station. MAGNIFICENT GRAIN-GROWING AND GRAZING LAND, splendidly watered by County water races. No droughts, no failures of crops, the nor' west rains providing plenty of moist ore. State School, Post Office, and Railway Station close to the property. MESSRS FRIEDLANDER BROS., Limited, have received instruc, tions from Duncan Cameron, Esq., Olunes, sell by Public Auction at the ORANGE HALL, BURNETT STREET, ASHBURTON, ON SATURDAY, MAY 9, 1896, His well-known property containing 1020 ACBEB, Sub-divided in(o Blocks of from 20 to 220 acre's each. BLOCK I—3o acres, newly laid down. „ 2 — 130 acres, four years m grass  3 — lßo acres, 88 acres are m turnips, balance stubble and grass.  4—20 acreF, two years In grass.  5-28 acres, m turnips  6— 85 acres, three years m grass „ 7—Bo acres, skimmed after one wheat crop; „ 8 — 100 acres, laid down In red clover last year, „ 9—140 Acres. „ 10 —220 Acres, Homestead Block, with good substantially built Dwelling, large stable, and all other mc^esary improvements to work such a Farm. 20 acres are skimmed after one wheat crop. 90 acres are skimmed out of grasa. 88 acres are newly laid down. 20 acres are old pastures. The Land, as already stated, is of excel- lent quality, and known to be one of the early and best selections m the Methven District. Wheat) yivlds of over 50 bushels per acre have been harvested on the pro- perty. Teims will be made easy, and the Property is put on the Market with the Intention of selling at the present low values ruling, and Buyers can attend the sale with confidence, knowing that there will be no ridiculous prices asked. The agents are instructed to sell the Property, «nd confidently expect that every Block will he disposed of under the hammer. No such opportunity of obtaining really first-class land at such easy tern's haa ever been offered to the Public. TERMS— IO per cent cash deposit 5 per cent m six months 5 per cent m nine months Balance can remain on Mortgage for a term of years at current rates of interest, or all Cash at purchaser's option. Plans are ready, and can be obtained from the undersigned. After the above we will offer— SECTIONS AT CHERTSEY. On account of a Client we are instructed to sell TWO quarter-acre SECTIONS, being Lot 6 and 8 at Chertsey. Particulars at Sale. Sale at 1 p.m. FRIEDLANDErTbROS., Ltd., 4 89 Land and Stock Agents. Tenders. TENDERS. mENDERS WANTED for ERECTING I about SEVENTY CHAINS of STAKE and WIRE FENCE. Tenders close on TUKSDAY, May 12 , to be left at Mail Office, addressed to G-edbge Ko*ertjJON', Winchrnore road, from whom particulars can be obtained. W. M. LYTTLETON, 5 50 Rokeby. UPPER ASHBURTON ROAD DISTRICT. TENDERS are celled for shingling some seventy yards, more or less, of the Road from Mr Sargent's towards Dlgby's bridge, twenty yards of shingle to the chain. Particulars of the work can be obtained on application to the Clerk. Tenders to be addressed to the Chairman marked * Tender ' and left at the Board's oflico Before NOON OF SATURDAY NEXT, the 19fch inst. The lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted. By . Order, JOHN DAVISON, 5 29 01«rk.



A | T. Bullock. MAY 9, .1896. I DESIRABLE SUBURBAN RE3I- DENCE. i rpHE Rev A. Blake's, well situated on X the Main South Road, linwald district. Intending purchasers are re- minded that the Sale of this property takes place at the Arcade at 11 .30 on the above date as previously advertised. T. BULLOCK, 5 59 Auctioneer. MONDAY, MAY 11. CLEARING SALE OF FURNITURE fTIHE Public are reminded that the JL Sale of the Rev A. Blake's Drawing Room, Dining Room, Bed Room Furniture and Effects takes place on the above date as previously advertised, T. BULLOOK, 5 60 Auctioneer. SATURDAY, MAY 9. 197 aoTes 197 WAKANUI PLAINS, For Sale by Order of the Mortgagee. MR THOMAsTSjLLOCK has re- oeived instructions to Sell by Public Auction at the Arcade on the above date, on account and by Order of the Mortgagee,— R.S.s 25305 and 25783, containing 197 Acres, near Charing Cross, lately occupied by Mr Lukies. Fenced and divided into paddocks, well watered with county water races. There are a Cottage and other buildings erected on the property. Terroa at Sale, which takes place at 11.30 M. J. KNUBLEY, Solicitor for the Mortgagee, Timaru, T. BOLLOCK, 5 3 Auctioneer. OR SALE OK ,TO LET to a first class tenant 40 acres fronting the Racecourse Road, and part of the Grange Estate, on which is erected a new dwelling house of five rooms with verandah. This property is conveniently situated near the Saleyatds, verj healthy locality. If sold, exceptionally easy terms of pay- ment will be acoepted. T. BULLOCK To persons desiroas of settling m the North Island. FOR SALE CHEAP, 145 acres, 2 roods, 24 perches. North of Auck- land, m the Ahutoatoa District. For full particulars apply to T. BULLOCK. TO LET— Shop and Dwelling In East Street, lately occupied by Mr R. Lewis; T. BULLOCK. OFFERS are invited for any of the following Town Sections, each containing I acre :— - --755 Peter Street 818 Ait ken Street 822 Cox Street 711 Wills Street 842 Corner of Ait ken and Cass Streets Liberal terms if required. T. BULLOCK, Agent. TO OWNERS OF RICH HEAVY LAND, SHEEP FARMERS AND OTHERS. FOR SALE, O A r7Cr ACRES GOOD SHEEP A^JZ 4 O COUNTRY, situated m Shepherd's Bush Survey District, being R.S. 28486 and others. Very suitable for working with rich heavy land. T. BULLOCK. XpOR SALE an improve* Fa> m of 156 J- Acres, divided into 7 Convenient sized paddocks, nearly all m Knglish grasses, all well watered and conveniently situated near a 6chool. Easy terms of payment. For full par* (iculars apply to T. BULLOOK. TO LE (', at a low rental, viz, 6s per week, Shop and Dwelling m Moore Street. | T. BULLOCK. ~ FOR SALE, GOOD SHEEP COUNTRY, 000 ACRES near Maronan, partly O'/O Fenced. Persons desirous of Purchasing a block such as the above, are invited to inspect. Low Price will be accepted, and exceptionally easy terms of payment. Full particulars on applica- tion. T. BULLOOK. BUILDING SITES FOR PALE as follows : - T.S. 732, Wills Street. Capital site for a house, first class land. Price £35. T.S's. 994. 995, h»lf an acre, corner of Walker and Peter Streets, West. Prlcn £20 each. T.S. 875, Grey Stroet, good land. Price £25. T.S., Altken Street, East, trice £14 10d. T.S. 860, Grey Street. Price £25 10a. Cottage and Section well situated m Moore Street. Price £135. T. BULLOCK. Public Notices. CLARHR'I CARBOLIZED WHEAT PROTECTOR THIS season* shipment Is now to hand* With the enormous success 1b achieved last season, Farmers will do well to order early HIGHEST TESTIMONIALS from all Farmers In the County who have used it. It will add five bushels per acre to the yield, and at the same time save a quarter bushel per acre m seed. Those who study their own interests, will use no other. Henry Zander, SOLE AGENT FOR THE COUNTY 4 218 ST. STEPHEN'S CHURCH Ashburton SERVICES. FRIDAY— Short Service, 730 pm Choir Practice, Bpm SUNDAY— B.3O am— Holy Communion Rev T. A. Hamilton ; 11 a m., Morning Prayer, Rev T. A. Hamilton ; 2.30 p m., Children's Service and Catechising (IV*. V. and VI. Standards of both Schools) m St Stephen's Schoolroom— Rev T. A. Hamil- ton ; 330 p.m., Holy Baptism, Rev T. A. Hamilton; 6.30, Evening Prayer, Rev T. A, Hamilton. DROMORE — 3 pm, Mr W. Bowman Fox.



I Cure DYSPEPSIA, Cure BILIOUSNESS, Cure CONSTIPATION, Cure SICK HEADACHE. Are Purely Vegetable, Are Sugar Coated, Are Mild but Effective. Good for the Stomach, I Good for the Liver, I Good for the Bowels. | THERE ARE NO OTHER PILLS SO COOP AS AVER'S PILLS. Highest Awards at the World's Great Expositions. L. ■ — Bankruptcy Notices. IN BANKRUPTCY. In the District Court of Ashbarton, i (being a local Court of Bankruptcy) holden at Ashburton. ■LIIRST AND FINAL DIVIDENDS -*- m the undermentioned Estates on all proved and acoepted Claims are now payable at my Office, Ashburton. Albert Betts, of Ashburton, Con- tractor — 2£d m the £. Hay Taylor Smith, of Mount Soraers, Farmer— ls 7d m the £. Dividends will only be paid to principals their authorised Agents, or on demand through Banks. JOHN DAVISON, Deputy Assignee. Ashburton, May 8, 189 S. 5 62 D. Thomas. CHAFF BAGS. TO* ANTED second-! and CHAFF BAGS m any quantity. Apply 5 26 DAVID THOMAS. BULLOCK'S ARCADE, SATURDAY, ~MAY 9, 1896. D THOMAS (m conjunction with H. • Zander) has received Instructions from Messrs Satton Bros, Southland, to sell by public auction as abova — TO FIRST-CLASS Young Sound -*-♦*' Draught Mares and Geldings, several of them having taken prizes m the Show Ring. Also, on account of a Client — 0 YOUNG DRAUGHT GELDINGS g SPRING-CART GELDINGS 1 UNBROKEN HACK Sale— l 30. DAVID THOMAS, 5 49 Auctioneer. AROADE. SATURDAY, MAY 9. MR DAVID THOMAS has received instructions from a Client to Sell by Public Auction, ay above, the under- mentioned Household Furniture : — Bedsteads', Spring Mattresses, Chest of Drawers, Wash Stands and Ware, Tables, Cheffnri r, Book Case, Heating Stove and Piping complete, Chairs, Carpets, Hearth Rugs, Fenders and Fire Irons, Lamps, Mirror, Filter, Wire Netting, Grindstone, Ladders, Roller, Garden Tools, and Stable Requisites, etc. Further entries solicited. Sale at 12 o'clock sharp. DAVID THOMAS, 6 63 Auctioneer. NOTIOE~OF APPLICATION FOR~A PUBLICANS LICENSE. I MICHAEL LAGAN, of Tinwald « do hereby give notice that I desire to obtain, and will, at the next Licensing Meeting to be holden at Geraldine. on WEDNESDAY, the 3rd day of June, 1896, apply for a Certificate authorising the issue of a Publican's License for a house, situate at Tinwald, and known as the Tinwald Hotel, containing 24 rooms, exclusive of those required for the use of the family. Dated the sth day of May, 1896. 544 MICHAEL LAGAN. _NoT j c E H. S. DRUMMOND, Of Opawa, TS AUIHORISED to Collect All JL Accounts due to W. DRUMMOND. late of Ashburton, and his Receipb will be Sufficient Discharge for the same. 5 43 W. DRUMMOND. The women of New Zealand have nearly every right that men possess. They have also the privilege of securing a tailor made Waterproof Cloak at the New Zealand Clothing Factory. Newest styles for winter 1896. We guarantee every garment to have sewn seams throughout. Call at the Factory and inspect our large range of patterns. Ale* Hendry, Manager.— Advt.



Intending buyers of the Methven land are reminded of the sale of Mr " Clunes " Cameron's farms, whloh take place m the Orange Hall to-morrow, at one o'clock sharp, under the hammer of Mr Rudolph Frledlandtr. It will be seen by a new advertisement m another column that Messrs Ctatghead and Berryman are determined to maintain their reputation as the leading tailors and outfitters of Ashburton. Their grand dia- play of new winter goods and their reduced priceß should prove a great attraction to all who wish to prepare for winter.—(Advt.) WfiotqsonKanit Refrtshwa—Ncw Venus