CRICKET.

Press Association—By Electric Telegraph— Copyright. Sydney, December 10. Latest developments in connection with the postponement of the test match are that the secretary and treasurer of the New South Wales Cricket Association waited on the Minister of Lands and c mplained that the Association had not been consulted by the trustees of the cricket ground in deciding to postpone the match from Friday till Saturday. They stated that this was not the first time they had been ignored, although the Associations were recognised as the representatives of cricket. They aiked the Minister's advice in the matter. Mr Garruthers condemned the action of the trustees, and urged the Association to insist on its rights, with regard to the ground, being respected. At a subsequent meeting of the delegates of the Association the secretary read a minute fnom Mr Carrutbers embodying his reply to the representative!:. The minute stated that the grant distinctly established the Association's right to the direction and management of matches played on the ground, and under the deed of association they were entitled to assert their uudoubted rights. Mr Garruthers promised

to cordially assist to have the trußt observed, 3 he meeting discussed the situation when it whs stated that the executive had inter viewed the umpires, and both elated that the ground waa quite fit for play at noon to day. A resolution waa adopted censuring the trustees for ignoring the Association in the postponement of the match. In defending themselves against the criticisms and protest by Mr Stoddart on behalf of the Englishmen, the trustees state that their only desire was to have the match fought oat on its merits. They deny that they were actuated by the question of gate money. They admit, that a soft wicket would have given the Englishmen an ad vantage. UnJeaß further rain falls the match begins to-morrow. The final decision rests with the umpires. There wera occasional showers to-day, but nothing of consequence. The surface of the wicket has dried considerably, but the wicket is heavy md treacherous. The general opinion is in favour of the Englishmen. The Australians gained a little by the postponement. To-night is fair and the clouds are breaking. The teams have indulged in a little practice. Ranjifcsinhji arrived from Armidale this morning in a special carriage fitted with a bed. The swelling in his throat has Bab sided considerably, bat he ie still in con siderable pain and very weak. It is definitely stated that he and Stoddart will not play.

The meeting of the Cricket Association was marked with great warmth. Some of the delegates holy denounced the action of the trustees. Interesting complications «re likely to arise over the friction between the two bodies. Received Wakapuaka D. c. 11, 2pm, Guardian Office, 2.21 p.m. Sydney, December 11. The match has been postponed until Monday.

Waterton V Tinwald.

A match between the above clubs was played on Thursday, on the ground of the former. The Tinwald captain winning the toes elected to bat, and seat in McKensie and Dixon to oppose the bowling of Nornsh and W. C. Smith. The innings opened rather disastrously for the visiting team, four of the best bats going down for no nwa. Rev. Blackburn then made a stand and matters brightened for Tinwald, the innings eventually cloßing for 38 runs. Waterton replied with 33, Norrish and W. 0 Smith making a good stand against the bowling of Dixors and Culverhouse. In the second innings Tinwald compiled 26 runs, Dixon compiling 14 not out, and leaving Waterton 33 to win. This was done fay Waterton with the loss of only two wickets, the local team being thus the victors by 2 runs and 8 wickets. W. C. Smith was in particularly fine form, and was not out in each innings.

CONCERT AT WATERTON.

A very successful concert and coffee Bupper in eonneetkn with the Waterton Cricket Club was held in the Library Hall on Thurs day. The chair was taken by the President of the Club, Mr T. Taylor, who, in a well ordered speech, gave the history of cricket in the district for the last eighteen years, and beßpoke a loDg and successful career for the preseat Club, and urged all young men to give it their patronage by joining its ranks. The programme, which was a very lengthy one, and of exceptionally high merit, WRB gone through in a pleasing manner. The performers, without exception, rendered their various items in a finished style. The performers comprised Misses Watson, Dakerß, Henderson, Weston, and Rutledge, vocalists, Misses Wnteon and Rutledge a'so doing excellent service at the piano ; Messrs MsKay, H. McConnell, J. Jiinieson, Wheeler, Shearer, Smith, and Dakers, who gave excellent songs; Mr J. Bond, who contributed a mandoline solo; Mr G. McCoDnell, who daßced a hornpipe; >nd Mestrs Wills and Clarke, elocutionists. Mr GUmour contributed a lantern exhibition of "The Emigrant's Voyage," besides a number of North Island views* finishing up by running some comic pictures through for the pleasure of the young ones. Various votes of thanks were proposed, and one of the mt»Bt> suceessJul gatherings ever held in Waterton was brought to a close by aH Bfcanding and singing " Auld Lang Syne." The proceeds will be about £6 10a.

COMMERCIAL.

ARCADE HORSE FAIR.

Mr D. Thomas reports an, entry of about 90 horeea of all descriptions at his faSr held ip the Arcade yesterday. There was a good attendance of farmers, amongst whom there •were a large number of buyers, consequently 0, good pale is reported, a large proportion of tfie entry changing hands at satisfactory prices; The demand wan chic fly for young' apund draughts and backs, though there were buyers present for all sorts. The following prices were obtained :— Unbbokhn Hobse-s -Grey colt, half draught, £10; 2 two-year-old draughts, £45; bay colt, £20. Broken Bouses.—Draughts—Bay mare £25, chestnut mare £10, bay gelding £17, black mare £27, bay mare £26, bay gelding £28, chestnut gelding £26, bay mare £25 10a, bay gelding £13 ss, black gelding £25, bay mare £19, bay gelding £9, bay gelding £8, bay gelding £10 ss, bay mare £13 ss, chestnut gelding £25 10s, bay gelding £14 10h» grey gelding £26 10s, brown mare £8 10s, brown mare £18, bay gelding £32 10s, bay mares £6 15s, £7 10s» £15, 2 mares »ml foals £53 10a. Hacks.—Broken to saddle or saddle and harness-Grey gelding *6, grey geldingj£B, browo cob £11, grey mare £10 10s, dark gelding £7 s>, bay filly £14 }o<s, bay gelding £10 IQs, bay mare £5 ss, grey My £6 10s, bay mare £5 10s, grey gelding £9 12a 6d, bay gelding £9, brown gelding £8, black m re £4 153, grey mare £16.

THE LATEST.

Home and Foreign'

Pc6B9 Association—By Electric Telegraph— I Copyright. ' Received Wakapuaka Dec. 111, 9.55 a.m, Guardian Office 10.9 a.m., The Army. London, December 10 Speaking at Edinburgh the Marquis of Lansdown, Secretary for War, said ifc was proposed to organise the infantry into groups of four, and a portion of the reserves men would rejoin the colours in the event of their being required. Increased inducement would be held out to the men to join young for some three years service, witht he option of becoming members of the reserve or joining the tegular army.

China and Germany. Shanghai, December 10 In consequence of the complaints made by China against Germany's demands the Germans will evacuate ELiaochan, and receive a coaling station at Samsah Bay, on the north eaet coast o£ the province of F>>kien. The date of the evacuation of Kiaochau will be fixed hereafter.

Australian

Press Association—By Electric Telegraph Copyright. Reoaived Wakapuaka "Deo. 11, 1.4 p.m. Guardian Office 1,29 p.m. A Steamer Wrecked. Sydney, December 11 The steamer Bitzroy went ashore ten miles south of Port Stephen at one this morning, All the lives were saved, seventy passengers and forty two of the crew landed on the beach.

HAMPSTEAD TOWN BOARD.

A meeting of the Hampstead Town Board was held last evening. Present—Messrs McElrea, Mahood, Hunt, and Elliott. Mr McEirea was voted to the ohair. COBRESPONPENCK. A letter was read from E. G. Wright, EBq., M.H.R., in reply to a lever from the Board, stating that there was no prospect of the Muuicipat Franchise Bill becoming law this session, and that he^would oppose the change whenever the matter was seriously brought forward. The Commissioner of Crown Lands wrote approving of the Board's proposals for expenditure of thirds. Mr T. Bullock wrote notifying the sale of Lot 10, north belt, to John McHugh. An account for £4 Is 6d was passed and the Board adjourned.

VOLUNTEERS.

The Volunteers held their class firing on their range on Thursday afternoon, when about twenty-eight members passed the third class. The following are the chief scores made, and aleo the winners of prizes. The conditions were—at 200 yds, 5 shots kneeling and 5 standing; at 300 yds, 5 kneel ing and 5 prone :—

Anniversary at Newlands

The anniversary services of the Primitive Methodist Church on Sunday last were conducted by the Rev. J. Taylor, who preached appropriate and eloquent sermons to large and appreciative congregations The annual soiree was held on Thursday, and was well attended by friends of the church from the surrounding country districts and from Ashburton. The tables, bright with varied and beautiful flowers, culled chiefly from the garden of Mr J. Cochrane, Elgin, and loaded with creature comforts, were attended by Mesdames Lloyd, Clncae, Kerrneen, and Margetts, and Misses L'oyd and Lambie. After full justice had been done to the good things provided, and the young people had indulged in a few out door games, the company gathered in the church for the public meeting. Mr Lloyd, one of the few remaining who have been connected with the district from its earlier days presided; and in a few well chosen words referred' to the helpful services held during the past year. Bright earnest addresses were given by th« Rev. J. Olphert, and Messrs G. Andrews, and J. Trezise. Mrs Marsden contributed two solos, and saveral hymns were sung, Mrs Clueas presiding at the harmonium. Votes of thanks to all who had assisted closed a hearty meeting.

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SKIN SALES, i At the sale of skinß^ hides ? and fat held op! J?ri(!ay, only a moderate entry came forward "which meb with a ready market, and a clearance was effected at the following rates -.—Butchers' skins—Crosabreds (best) 5s B<L' 5s 3d, OB 6d to 6s ; medium, 3s lOd, 4s, 4? 3d, 4a 6d, 4* 9d to 4s lOd. Merinos (best), 4=! SJ, 4s 6d to 5a Id ; medium, 2*, 2s lid, 3s, 3< 4d, 4s to 4s Id. f ambs, Is 6d. Pelts (best), sd, 81 and lOd ; medium. 3d to 4J. Dry Hkins—Crossbreds (beßt), 4s 6d, 4s 7d, 5s 2d, 53 4d to 5s 5d ; medium, Is 4d, 2s 6J, 3b 4d to 33 5d ; by weight, 4d per lb. Merinos (best), 4s, 4a Id to 4a 4d ; medium, la 6d, 3a 7d, 3s 8d to 3s 9d. Pelts, 3d, 4d, siand6l. Fat-Rough, |d to §1 per lb; rendered, Id per lb. Hides at scale rates, according to weight.



The Triad for December is a very good number of this excellent periodical. It contains a number of good illustrations, and two art supplements of considerable merit. The several priza competitions announced {particulars of which appear elsewhere) should prove very interesting, as they are both novel and entertaining, and tend to the advancement of tho competitors in various \ lines of knowledge. The reading is up to the usual standard, and very varied in character. The Triad deaervea the support of all intelligent readers. Hollo way's Pills and Ointment.— Bilious affections with all their concomitant annoyances induced by atmospheric changes, or too liberal diet, should be checked at once or serious consequences may ensue* When anyone finds his ideas less clear than usual, his eyesight dimmed, and his head dizzy, accompanied by disinclination for all exer tion, physical or mental, he may be quite , snre that he is in immediate seed of some alternative menicine. Let him at once send for a box of Holloway's Pills, a mild course of wheh will remove the symptoms and speedily renew his usutl healthful feeling. If the bowels be irritable Holloway's Oint ment should be diligently rubbed over the stomach and liver every night and morning.



WANTED. PRIMITIVE Methodist Church.—Morn ing, " The promised land." Evening, "Our sin bearer." Preacher—Rev John Olpherfc. 12 85 W" HITBBAIT, all kinds of Fresh Fish and Shrimps per express to-day. Whitebait, Is per quart at J. H. Jewitt's opposite Mail office. Telephone No. 96. 12 8] ''_ BLJJE Derwent Potatoes, 3s 6d per bag Sharps, 5s per bag ; Bran, 3s 6 i pc; bag, ex store. —Fletcher Bros*., Aehburton WASTE Paper for sale. Apply Guakpian Oflgce. FOR Sale—Ao excellenb <md neat brake, nearly new, wi h covered in back—or , would be exchanged for buggy. For particulars apply Mail Office. 12 41 FOR SALE — Pullets, first cross, as under :— Orpington-Houdan ; Indian Game Cochin ; Dorking-Cochin, from two to three months old ; aleo Houdan and Cochin Cockerels; at Pelham Yards, Ashburton, rpABERNACiiB Swday School Anniver- I i3ary, To-iinorrow. Mr G,H. Eliot, MA., of Chrißtchu-ch (President of the Canterbuiy Baptist Aasocbbion), will preach special sermons at 11 a.m. and 6.30 p m., with a special address to young people at ip m. Special hymns afc nil services, Uatlectiona to »5d of School |ua4s» 12 83



The New Woman, the new fashion, the i&tast craae, have some particular virtue to d%tbmßiid v tham ;: bo.,i't is with the new cough mixture, Woods' Great Peppermint Cure— inafcantaneouß relief for man* woman, or child is the feature of this unfailing remedy. A.U Grocers and Chemists keep- ib, the pric* if rsasowbla, i*:W and 2u M, We. 16



Entertainments^ ORANGE HALIT \ MONDAY, DECEMBER 13, 8 p.m. PROFESSOR WHEELER, in his popular Entertainment—" Heads and Faces. Special feature—Hand Reading of Celebrities from Canvas. Free Character Reading at the close. Charts on application at Hall. 2 to sp. m., 7to 9 pm. daily. Admission to Lecture, free. Collection. 12 88



DAVID THOMAS. ~6at shea¥~chaff7~ I AM a Bayer of Oat Sheaf Chaff in any quantity. 12 89 D. THOMAS. ARCADE. SATURDAY, DECEMBER 18. MR DAVID THOMAS has received instructions from a Client to sell at the above date and fixture— The Goodwill of Perpetual Lease Section No. 48, R.B. 550, situated in the Hinds Survey District, containing 140 Acres, well watered, and divided into two paddocks. < Sale at 12 o'clock. 12 79 D. THOMAS, Auctioneer. F. FERIRMAN.



PUBLIC NOTICES ASHBURTON CALEDONIAN SOCIETY. ANNUAL SPORTS. BOXING DAY, DECEMBER 27, 1897, /COMPETITORS are reminded that \J entries for all Handicap events close on MONDAY, 13th inst. JOSHUA " UCKER, j 12 86 Hon. Secretary. <



| TINWALD RACING CLUB. "VTOMINATIONS for all Handicaps (for IAI Annual Meeting to be held on January 1,1898) close THIS EVENING at 9 p.m. at Mr Lagan's Hotel, Tinwald. Signed A. A.FOQK3, 12 84 Secretary.



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LONGBEAOH ROAD BOARD. IN PURSUANCE of the Public Works Act, 1894, Sections 123 and 126, Public Notice is hereby given that it is proposed to alter the course of the Road forming the South-western boundary of Reserve 737, and Rural Section 8426, Plans showing the proposed alteration are lying open to Public inspection at the Office of the Longbeach Road Board, Bullock's Arcade, Ashburton. Persons having objections to the proposed alteration must lodge such objections in writing at the Office of the Ashburton County Council on or before the Slat day of December, 1897. 0. E. FOOKS & SON, Surveyors to Longbeach Road Board. 12 38



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It. may be described aa a hollow pair of Hames enlarged to the size of an ordinary Collar but iv an improved manner. The secHon of the Collar is, everywhere of a U shape, one side resting against the shoulder and the other carrying the Draught Hookf. In designing the different parts of this Collar, the anatomy of the horse has been carefully studied, and the facility and exactness with which one Collar can, by the use of the simple means of adjustment whio.h ar6 provided, be made to fit any number of horses of about the satiie build, is an important advantage possessed by this Collar over a Leather Collar of the old type. Any one of the Elastic Steel Collars is capublc of three different adjustments in length, and thiee in width, (the Spanner, or Key sent out with the Collar being the only tool required) an^, with only eight sixes, all horses from the smallest pony to the heaviest dray horse, can be fitted from stock on receipt of the inside length and width of the old Collar. A Leather Collar, after a little wear, gets discoloured and shabby, the padding become displaced and protrudes, the lining is rotted by perspiration and rain, it becomes hard on the surface, givea the horse sore ahouldfsre, and has to undergo expensive repairs, the horse meanwhile requiring another Collar to be carefully fitted to him, or otherwise i 3 unoble to work, and in the case of a bad sore, has to rest till it heals. Most large employers of horses have quite a number of horsts kid up with sore shoulders, caused through the use of Leather Collars. The Elastic Steel Coll.irs on the contrary, may be readily adjusted to the horse's shoulders, and once fitted, never alter their shape ; and as they present a smooth eurfaae galvanized with zinc, they practically ex'end all over the Collar the advantages of the Zinc Pad, which has been in use for many years, with such good results. They are always dry and comfortable, and fit for immediate use. They are invaluable for horses with tender skin, enabling them to work with cemfort where, with ordinary Collars they would be continually unde treatment for galls. rihe cool and comfortable condition in which horses using these Collars return from their work is a remarkable contrast to the heated and exhausted state of horses working in ordinary Collars, in hot or wet weather. The Collars are lighter, stronger, cheaper, cleaner, and more comfortable than Leather Collars, and the only way to appreciate their numerous and undoubted advantages is to GIVE THEM A TRIAL, All parts are interchangeable, and in the event of any part being damaged or worn out, it can bo at onpe replaced at a nominal cost. The Hames of ordinary Collars are occasionally pulled out cf their places ; hut as Hames are not used with the Elastic Steel Collar, that dangerous oscurence cannot possibly happen. The Collars are in use by Her Majesty's Government, the Metropolitan Fire Brigade, Tramway, Omnibus, and Railway Companies, Brewers, Maltsters, etc. They are approved by the Society for the Prevention of Cruelly to Animals, and by eminent Veterinary Surgeons, and in no single instance where tbe Collars have been used have they failed to giin approval, and to establish their superioriry over those hitherto in use. I The only favour which the Company ask is a TRIAL ORDER, as they are satisfied that the merits of the Collar, when once known, will secure its general and permanent adoption, none other being comparable to it for strength, durability, appearance, economy, comfort, and general efficiency.



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Church Services. ST. STEPHEN'S CHURCH, Ashburton. SUNDAY SERVICES. (December 12.) j B.3o—Holy Communion. 11.0—Morning Prayer. 6.3o—Evening Prayer. REV T. A. HAMILTON. T. Bullock. SmJBDAY7DEOEMBEKTB TO FARMERS, CAPITALISTS, AND OTHERS. IMPOETANT SALE OF AN IMPROVED FARM OF 700 * ob : ■ g 700 COLDSTREAM SURVEY DISTRICT.



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MR T. BULLOCK has received instruc tions fiom Mr D. L, Inwood to Sell by Pubic Auction at the ARCADE on the above date— HIS IMPROVED FARM of 701 Acres, 1 Rood, 19 Perches, being R.S. 16004, 16873, 19480, and part of 13847 and others, situated about two miles from the sea beach, Lowcliffe, and eight miles from Hinds railway station, by good ■ metalled road. It is divided into about eighteen convenient sized paddocks, mostly in English grasses. A large proportion of the property , has been drained, and a portion pipe I drained. The Improvements con Ut of a Comfort able FARM HOUSE, surrounded by Garden and Plantations ; also Work men's Cottage, Stable, Yvoolshed, Implement Shed, Sheep Yards, etc. There is a School and Post Office just on the outskirts of the propert/. On reference to the numbers of the Rural Sections, it will be observed that this was an early selection. Those requiring an investment, ordesiroua ■. of purchasing a farm of this description are I invited to inspect. ! Full particulars as regards term.", etc., furnished on application. Note time of sale—ll.3o a.m. T. BULLOCK, 12 25 Auctioneer. :" ~Fu.fi- bTTTe7~~~~ /CAPITAL Building Site, £ acre, being \J Town Sections 258 and 259 well situated at the Corner of Moore and William Streets. It is seldom that half an acre such as this is'offered for sale, as recently there has been a difficulty in getting two sections together in a good position. Terms if required. Apply to T. BULLOCK.



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MONEY. SPECIAL Sum of £2000, also a small sum of £200 to lend on approved freehold security at lowest current rates of interest. Apply to T. BULLOCK. FOR SALE, "VTEW Cottage and Quarter Acre Section i_\ in Cox Street. £100, Price wanted— £10 cash, balance by insulinen!B. Apply to T. BULLOCK, Agent. lIAMI'STEaD. NEAR IHE SCHOOL. fi Kiy P^ICE required for small C< ttage oCt/rW and Land fronting Ciml ridge Street, tot far from the School, Terms can be arranged. Apply to, T. BULL onK. TWWALD. 1 ACRE ]_ HAVING two frontages ou Hariand and Grove streets, bein.; eections Nos 525, 524, 531 and 532, on wh:ch is erected COTTAGE, etc., the property of Mrs Laffey. On account of the owner's removal from the district, this is for sale ou < xcejjtioaaliy easy terms of payment. Full particulars furnished on application. T. BULLOCK, Agent. TO LET, PRRMISES in Moore Street, at & low rental, viz :— sn bi per week. Apply to T, BULLOCK. TO LE T. OFFICE or small Shop in the Arcade. Possession can be given in a few days. Apply to T. BULLOCK, SECTIONS numbered 388 to 395 and 409, South Street, near the Pound, for ft paddock. Offers are invited for the purchase of the above ; very easy terms of payment will be accepted. T. BULLOCK.



TJtXN FOUNDS. " TRIAD " / Frizo Competitions P Q ' _ B g mHIS MONTH the "Tiiad" ~ JL offers £10 in prizes, the ._ Q amount to be divided into five J" JL prizes of £2 each, and to close at 0 dates as under :— m p^ 1. A 40s Watch for the Best New *j W deal's Story, of about 1500 words y (or a page of the " Triad,") Open «j for boys and girls under 16. To close 80, h December. 2. £2 for the Bebt Specimen of Illuminating. The .subject to be "The Lord's Prayer," and the ?a rt\ 11 inches by 8£ inches. To clos Q 1 20th January, 1898. 2 H §,' A 40.s Watch for Best Design for « <5 a 10 Roomed House, showing 2 Jj groand plan and front elevation. * Open to youths (or girls) under 18. M v To close 20th January, 1898. /? Qh 4. £2 for BfSt Poem, of about fif y * lines, on •* Otago's Jubilee." To H / close 20th February, 1898, g §. £2 for Beat Original Comic h p Drawing, in sepia or mjnotone; C sige 9 inches by 6 inches. To close » 20th March, 1898. i Each of the above competitions to be accompanied with a receipt for not less than 5a for goods 1! purchased from one of the &dyer<? Q fcisera in the " Triad," o.r foe g.o.ods M Z advertised }n \h% c,' Triad," as W P ' . *\ \ v Ashburton Drapery Co. w 1 w Gates, Horace A., Music Ware- z i^ house, (agent for " Triad.") V Lochhead, R. (§j jf Nimmo and Blaiv, fjee&tmen. H 1 N.Z. Plothjng factory. ""' * i *< Yatiity Fair Cigarette-. W



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NOTE THIS; "WEULu— The whole system of a human being may be perfectly sound, and yet through derange ment or weakness the organs of the boay may perform cheir functions or their work sluggishly, thus giving rise to want of appetite, and a consequent general impover ishment of the whole being. Such a con dition causes thousauds of people to fancy that they are consumptive, while they are really only in need of a remedy to sec the organs of the body working harmoniously. Reason points to two essential qualities in a remedy for this purpose. It must create an appetite for food, and at the same time assimilate its nutriment. With either of these qualities liloae the remedy would be worse than useless, but with both it becomes a power with incalculable good. Alaxum is the only medicine which combines these two qua'ities, It is a natural appetiser, and its first action is to create hunger. Afier the appetite is satisfied it acia directly on fehe stomach, liver and kidneys, clearing away all effete matter und exciting them to activity. The system then receives nutri tion and new life from the proper assimila tion of the toed ; and where there U no organic disease health must follow. This is common seme and cannot be gainsaid Accrpt no substitute that maybe recrni mended U lie "jast us good' It miy be better—for ike dealer— because of its bettej profit, but in men an instance the dealer is not the cue who needs help. FROM ALL CHBMI3T3 & STORE KEEPERS, moK- 2 S 6 d



THE FIRST SIGN OF A COLD Should remind you that the best time to commence taking something is at the begin ning. It should also remind you that the best remedy to head off a spell of sneezing, coughing and general unpleasantness is Benjamin Gum.



MEN START AT MY STATEMENTS ABOUT BENJAMIN GUM! Thousands of bottles have been soil, »nd universal praise of its curative qualities it the result. Note the Name: Spencer Vincent's Great Ben j ixmin C*um If attract. PKICE \ B Q Take no other Remedy, bus insist ou having BENJAMIN GUM



Don't take " J?ss AS Good," TEST^MOKIA^S. Woolpton, Aagasfc 10,1897. i To Smn(?er Vjsoent, Christchurch, Dear Sir, —For some time past 1 have been suffering from a most painful cough. ]j had quite given up hope of its eve^ paying me, at least or the remamd^ of t'ifl winter, and feared that it liart Veqoine. cJuronie, seeiDg th/vfc «^tbojr' reV^ediea fuiled to give me re,lisi, much less cure. Ths pain became *o ! intense that I waa Hfraid of iujuripg my 'throat and head, especially 1 fee,'HUer. 1 ' procured one bottle of $our Benjamin Gum. : and I may Ss# that J hadn't an atom o( faith \n Its curative prop^rtiea, but felt that I X rnusfc fcalse something to ease the pain. I drank oontents of first bo! tie very freely, and am thankful to aay in leas than twe.ve houra I was wholly free irom cough. E. W. Ssups. P.S t—Nearly three monthij sjaoc cough began.^-E.W.B,



CHRISTMAS—IB 97. NEW" SEASON'S FRUIT. FLETCHER BROS. HAVE Just received by the following steamer—linic, Mataurs, Had Rirautaka—their NEW SEASON'S PR VI r, direct from the grower*, and can safely say that it is some of the Finest Fruit ever brought to New Zealand. The following Quotations will defy competition in regard to fint class quality j— 100 oases finest Patras Currants, 4jd per lb 2 casks Sicily Almonds, U2d per lb 50 cases finest) Voßtizza Currants, s<i per lb 5 cwfc Mixed Spic«, lid per packet, Jib 59 cases finest Valencia Raisins, 7.1 pec lb iii. 6<l 25 cim«« finest Elemes Raisins, ?d per lb 2 boxes Jordan Almond*, 2« W pet lb 60 cases finest Sultanas, 7d per lb 1 ton Mixed Lemon, Orange, and Citron -to bags new Natural Figs, 8d Peel, 8 \ per lb, 2lb for U 3d -40 boxes finest new Dates, 6d per lb 20 cases 2slb < ins preserved Frui «in heavy a) boxes finest Layer Muscatels, la per lb syinp. 10.1 per tin 10 boxeß good Layer M uaeatels, 8d per lb 10 cases Dried Apricots, Pears and Peaches* 5 sacks Barcelona Nuts, 8d per lb lOd per lb SEASONABLE GOODS. SEASONABLE GOODS. Worcester S*uoe, large bottles, 9d per bottle JEnos Fruit Salts, 3s 3d per bottle Worcester Sanoe, small bottles, 4*d perboule Cil rate of Magnesia. Is per bottle * meat Cocktail Salmon, lid per tin Jelly Powders (pint packets) 6d per packet, Fresh Herrings, 6£d per tin Raspberry, Lemon, Orange, etc. etc Lynx Brand Salmon, 8d per tin Mullet, star brand, 7d per tin Herrings in Tomato Sauce, lOd per tin Anchovy Paste, 8d per tin lib tins Sheep Tongues, 81, 9d, lOd per tin Bloater Paste, 4.* d par tin iiippered Herrings, lOd per tin Loose Hops, Is 31 per lb lib tins Rabbit in jelly, 7J per tin Pressed Hops, le 4d per lb Large bottles Caperi, Is per bottle Unbleached Ginger, 1« 2rf per lb Sardines, 4*d per tin, 4s per drzen Bleached Ginger, Is 3d per ib Lemon Squash, Is 3d per bottle Ground Ginger, Is 4d per lb Euglwh V"megar, &d per bottle Fine«t Carraway Seeds, 8d per lb FmeitAkarOa Cheese, 6d per lb 1 1897—PRESERVING SEASON—IB9B. PRESERVING PANS DIRECT FROM THE MANUFACTURERS. 8 quarts 7s, 10 quarts 8s 6d, 12 quarts 9s 6d, Light; Steel Enamel Preserving Pans, beat - »nd 14 quarts 11s quality, 3s, 3a lid, 4s 6d, &5« ewh 010CKEKY DEPARTMENT. We have just received very heavy shipments of all lines of CHINA and EARTHEN WAUE, both Fancy and Plain, and everyone h welcome to step in and see the bargains we have in this Department, without beiug pressed tobuy. Plain Tumblers, 2s per dcz3n Nail Brushes, 3J each Moulded Tumblers, 2s 6d per dozen Pie Steamers, 4 1 each Printed Cups and Saucer*, 2s 91 per dozen White and GoM Egg Cup*, Is 3d per dozen White and Gold China Cupß and Saucerß, 6s Alarm Clceks {s;nod timekeepers) 3s lid 6d per dozsn Nickel-ptated Butters, from 3s 6d each Celeste and 3 gold line China Cups and 5 hole Revolving Cruets, from 7s 6d each, Saucers, 6a 6J per dozsu etc., etc. Kindly note that nearly all the above mentioned goods are impor ed by vi direct from the manufacturers, ao therefore we are enabled to sell as cheap, in fact cheaper than any house in the trade. FLETCHER" BROS., CASH SUPPLY STORES, East Street, Ashburton and High Street, Christchurch P.O. Box 67. Telephone 24. H, M. JONES. 11. M. JONES. SANTA GLAUS AND FATHER CHRISTMAS are coming again. SPLENDID VARIETY of NEW GOODS specially imported for Christmas Tra.le, ex Rimutaka, Deinhic and Matatua, from London, and T&lure fiotn Melbourne and Sydney. Books Hooks* HcokH. A LAKGK ASSORTMENT of Prlz •, Reward, and Presentation Books, selected from the well-known Publishers—Ward, Lock and Co., Gassell and Co., Neebilt and Co., Nelson and Sons, Rations Tract, Society, Warne and Co , ami others, comprising works of Travels, History, Biography, Fiction »nd Fairy Stories, Scientific at ; «l Poetical Woike m Cloth, Plain Leather, ami Morocco Bindings. Boy's and Girl's Own Annual, Little Folks, Chatterbox, Infant Magazines, Chili's Companion, Wide-a-Wake, Sunday and other* Sew Books and Magazines by every mail. Kaiicy fioods.. Fancy Goods. LADIES' and GENTLEMAN'S Dressing Boxes, Writing Desks, Work Boxe», Papeterie, Albums, Pnolo Fiamee, and Screens, Ulove and Handkerchief Boxes, Work Baskets, plain and fitted Ladies' Companions, Wallets Purses, Pocket Books, Pea and Pencil Cases, Handbag*, Brackets, Mirrors, l'pergnes, Fans, Japanese Goods. ■stationery. Stationery. AN: EXCELLENT VARIETY of Boxed Stationery, of the best quality'and latest des'gns, plain, fascy and floral. Is BOXE^. Ort BOXES. EXCEPTIONAL VALUE. Account and Letter Books, Counter and Memorandum Books, »ndal> Office Requiremente* Account Books any size or patterns made to order. Toys. Toys. Toys. UNRIVALLED COLLECTION of TOYS, in wood, tin, and rubber. Noah's Arki, Trains, Watches, Skittles, Balls, Animals, Prams, Bat rows, Rocking and Hobby Horses Buckets, Fpades, Games, Tricycle*, and a great variety too numerous to particularize. Electro-plated Ware. A UNIQUE STOCK of GOOD-PLATED WARE. Butter, Je'ly, and Jam Dishes, Sugar and Cream, Toast Racks, Cruets, Salad Bowls, Biscuit Barrels, Egg Stands, Batter Knives, Tea Spoons, Carvers, Serviette Rings, Teapots, Salts, and Inkstands, Marble, Gilt, and Nickel Clocks, Ladies 9 and Gentldmen's Watches, Studs, etc. | Fancy Glass and China Ware. Jap Tea, Cups and Saucers, Dishes, Teapots, Sugar and Creams. Cheese Stands, Ring Sets, Egg and Cruet Stands, Biscuit Barrells, Tea Sets, Jugs, Plates, all in chaste and pretty designs. CROQUET SETS, LAWN TENNIS, & CRICKETING MATERIALS ORGANS from £8 10s to £45. PIANOS from £20 to 70 Guineas. Bicycle**. BicycL s. Bicycles. I CAN SUPPLY any of the following machincs/~-The Monarch, Waverly, Hadden, Star, Benhur, and Envoy. AH up-to-date and GUARANTEED. Ladies' and Gentiemen'a tfieycles from Cash- UirU* Bicycles from £13 10g. • Easy terms arranged. Cycle extra". EVERY LINE AT THE LOWEST POSSIBLE CABH PBIUK, To keep the Trade in the Di t ict. Liberal Discount for Cash to School Committees. H. M. JONES. »» HOUSE PAINTING & PAPERHANGING. IHAVK just to hand a shipment of GENUINE WHITE LEAD & PURE LINSEED OIL for tho psoscnt scaaun^ Fainting and Decorating. Pertous desirous of having their homes well painted with GENUINE MATERIALS fc GQOB TRADESMEN are requested to call upon us. OIL CLOTH FOR DADOS IN STOCK. TO ARTISTS. I 1 HAVE a Splendid lot of OpalGla^s hi stotk, specially prepared S»r Artists' use, which can bo cut lo any size required at a moderate charge, J. WILSON, ) CORNER OF ARCADE & BURNETT STRKE-RVT 1 it l#>one 65.] [P.O. Box Wr%