COMMERCIAL.

CHRISTCHURCH GRAIN AND PRO DUCE MARKET.

If anything, a rather bettsr tone has pre vailed in the wheat market during the p*»t few days. The more favourable cables from England have hv3 a slight effect upon the local market, There have been severe. 1 inquiries from the North Island, and millers have shown more disposition to purchase, consequently the market is slightly firm t ; but as prices offered are just below those asked, no business of importance has re sulted. Farmers show more inohnaUon to accept the drop in prices, but are not push ing sales, and it is quite possible that dur.ng the next week buyers and sellers may be biought sufficiently near together to enable business to be transacted. The market for feed stuffs is atill very quiet, and oats and oateheaf chaff are on'y saleable m smali quantities to fill retailers' requirements, but all good lines of seed are readily sought after. Barley continues firm, but there is very little offering. Potatoes are still very dull, but there are now several inquiries from Auckland, as stocks there are diminish ing owing to there having been no steamer for that port last week, and also to the fact that the Maud Graham, the bulk of whose cargo for the port is potatoes, has had to return to Lyttelton without reaching her destination. Onions have now fallen to £6 10*, and the end of the season is nob far oft. The following are quotations, which inmost cases are nominal: —

Wheat—Pearl (prime milling) and. Velvet Chaff 43, Tuscan 3a lid, Hunter's 3s lid, good seconds, clean, 3s. Oats—Milling Canadians 2s 41, Tarfare 2s 2d, stout feed 29 Id to 2i 3d, duns 2s. Danish 2s. Barley—Prime malting 5a 9 i to 4*, medium 3s 3d to 3 ■ 6:1, feed 2s 2d to 2a 6d. Beans— 2j 9.1 to 2s lid. Peas—Blue Prussians 4s, Partridge 3s 31 Oatshkaf Chaff—6os at handy country s ations for good samples. ' * Potatoes—Derwents 35s ab country stations. Onions ~£6 10s, Grass Seed—Ryfigraas, farmers' lots 2* 3d to 2b 6d, machine dressed 3a 9cl, heavy weight 49 to 4a 31. Cocksfoot, farmers' lota, discolored 3d, bright 3£ 1 to 3^d, town machine-dressed 4^d to sd. Dairy Produce—Cheese 4d to4|\ loaf 4d to Sd; butter, factory la Id, in boxes 91 to ]od, dairy 7d to lOd, salt in boxes 6d to 7d. Baoon and hams 6£d to 7id. The above prices except where otherwise stated, are those paid to farmers f.o.b. Lyttelton,

ADDINGTON MARKET.

THE GRAND NATIONAL SALE. Press Association—By Electric Telegraph Christchuroh, August 11. As is usual at the Grand National market there was a large attendance from all parts of the colony of those interested in stock. There were fair entries in most classes, in cluding several exhibition consignments, but scarcely so good as in paßfc years, and the fancy prices generally ruling at this sale were conspicuous by their absence. The sheep sale was not started until nearly one o'clock, and it was not till almost seven o'clock thab the last pen was offered. Matters dragged considerably, and a gord deal of time was wasted by running from one quarter of the yards to another, rendered necessary by the penning arrangements. Salesmen were not altogether free from blame either for the lateness of the hour to which the market dragged out, 1 hey wasted tiffle unnecessarily by offering sheep ma by pen instead of in lines. At one stage fhe proceedings degenerated into a farce, the sheep being offered singly, and in twos and threes, and for a lime this thoroughly disorganised the market and disgusted buyers. Many visitors from other parts of the colony, who had gone to Addington expecting to learn something as to the proper method of conducting stock sales, strongly condemned such a style of doing business. If Addington is to retain its | reputation as the leading stock market of j the colony, considerable improvement in the mode of conducting sales will have to be made. The entries for the day comprised I 13,124 sheep and lambs, 339 head of cattlo, and 356 pigs. Cattle, —The entry of bsef comprised 150 head, including some very good steers and heifers. Messrs D. and A. McFarlano, Lyndon, sent forward a draft of 23 head of prime eteeru, which brought from £6 2s 6d to £8 los (averaging £7 10a.) Mr i. W. Rutherford, Brookdale, had some really prime steers, which sold at £7 12* 6d to £9 2* 6d. Bidding was more spirited than of lafce, but cattle generally realised about £1 per head Jess than at last Grand National sile. Best beef realised 16s to 17b 6d per 10011', cow and secondary sorts 12a 6d to 15s. Prices per head were—Steers £5 to £9 2s 6d, heifeis £3 17s 6d to £7 15s, and cows £3 5s to £5 10b. r

Fat Sheep,—Between 8,000 and 9,000 fat sheep were yarded, the pens set apart for this class being quite incapable of accommo dating them, and the small lamb peos and store yards were brought into requisition. A!l classes were well represented, and an extra large proportion of heavy weights were yarded, vendors having specially kept back their choice consignments for this sale. These, however, as far as competition and prices were concerned, foil short of owner's expectations, and in moat cases did not realise within 4s or 5s per head of the prices obtained at this sa'e last year. It soon be come evident that the supply of fancy sheep waa considerably in excess of the demand. There was a number of very nice lines of freezers, and when of suitable weights ex port buyers, although not kneen in parcbas lug, showed a better disposition to do busi neßß, and last week's rates were quite up*, hold. Butchers' sheep sold fairly well at the opening of the gales, but the very large entry soon made itself felt, and a consider able drop wai experienced in ews mufctou w<l iwwii dw iwtawp follow ttw cwsv

elusion, whilst a number were passed in.' The chief feature of the market was Mr Leonard White's consignment of 100 merino wethers, a beautiful line, which sold at 18s 2d, 17s 7d, 16> 6d, and 15s 6d for a cull pen. Mr D. Rutherford, Leslie Hills, had a 1 very nice line of 120 crossbred wethers, which, although not offered until near y the conclusion of the sale, brought 16a 8d for freezers, and 16s 9d for heavy weights. Mr H. Chamberlain, Leeston, sold crossbred wethers at 16s 2d at^d 17a 6d, and halfbreds at 16s 4d to 16s Bd. Mr Max Friedlander—Hampshire Down cross wethers, 17s 8d ; crossbred wethers, 17s 6d and 17a 8d ; merino wethers, 9a to 10s 6d; 419 half bred we^herß, 15s 6d. Mr W. Gerard, Snowden—3ls halfbred wethers 16s sd. Mr W. B. Andrew, Greenpark— 260 crossbred wethers, 15s sd. Mr A. W. Rutherford, Mendip Hills—merino wethers, 8s 6d, 10s 7d, and lis 9d j from his Brook side estate—26o crossbred wethers, 15s lOd. Mr A. W. Gillies, Oamaru—Down crossbred ewee, 14s id. Mr F. J Million, Lauriston —merino wethers, 9s to 10s 3d. The quota tions ruling were—-Exhibition line* ol wethers, 17s to 18s 21; heavy weight cross bred wethers, 16s and 17* ; prime freezers. 15s and 16s 5d ; meiium freezers, 13s and 14s 91 j infeiior and second quality, lis 6d to 12s 6d ; butcherb' beat ewes, 12s to 14s ; medium, 9j to lis 6d; inferior, 5a to 7s 6d ; good merino wethers, 8a to lis ; medium, 5a to 7s; and ewes 4a 6d to 7s. Fat Lambs.—The usnal Grand National consignments came f irward, but the monopoly so long enjoyed by one or two breeders of early lambs was broken down this year, and over 100 were sent in by between thirty and forty clients. This had its effect on tfjhe market, and instead of realising up to 25a as was the oase last year, the highest price obtained was 17s for very nice lambs bred by Mr J. M. Johnston, West Melton. They were lambed in March and were by Every McLean's English Lei cester rams out of crossbred ewes. Amongst other sales were—Mr J. Templeton, Hals well, 13a to 15a j Mr 8. Rutherford, Dale thorpe, 10s 6d to 13s; Mr G. Jameson, Springaton, lis 6d to 13s 6d ; Mr J. Hard ing, Prebbleton, 8s 9d to 12s ; Mr F. Moore, Eyreton, 10s to lis 3d; Mr G. Bubterß, East Eyreton, lis; Hartnell'a Trustees, Rakaia, lis 6d to 14s 3d. Store Sheep.—There was only a medium entry of store sheep on offer, made up mostly of small lobs. The sale lacked life and a number were not sold. Store wethers brought 9* id to lis ; a line of 200 halfbred wethers, 10s 8d; a line of HOO crossbred ewes in lamb, from the Peninsula, 10s Id to 10a 2d; small lines, 9s 9d; a line of 200 hoggets, 8s lOd ; others 8s 7d. Figs.—The quality of bhe pigs for the most part was good. All fats met a ready sale, baconers and porkers selling from 3£d to 4d per lb. Prices per head were- Baconers, 30a bo 53a ; porkers 17s to 27s ; stores 13a to 15a 6d ; weaners, 8s to 10s 6d.

THE ASHBtJBTON GtABDUN : IHUBBDAt, AtJGUBT 12, H-rt.

Pri ntu,4 *nd Pnbli«hed by the Aibborton t-üblMhmg Company, timitwd, at tad a v? F mtln ß Offios, Barrett Street Aahburton. THURSDAY, AUGUST 18, I*7, 



The bat preparation tor preserving, catering, and beautifying the hair is Ayer's ♦ • Hair Vigor. It keeps the scalp free from dandruff, heals troublesome humors, and pre vents the hair from falling out. Whea tat hair becomes dry, thin, faded, or gray, it restores the original color and texture and promotes a new and vig orous growth. Wherever used, Ayer's Hair Vigor supplants all other dress lags, and becomes at once the favorite With ladies and gentlemen alike. Ayer's Hair Vigor. PREPARED BY OR. J. C. AVER i CO., Lowell,Miu.U.S. A. SOLD MEDALS at the World's Chief Exposition*



SiVisi>ESi«, £c Json® .Euca lypti Extract. There are imitations of Eucalypti Extract in the market now, products of simple distillation forming crude resinous oils. In order that these crude oils may not be taken, OUR PURE VOLATILE EUCALYPTI EXTRACT, which is recognised by the medical division of the Prussian Government bo be of perfectly pure origin, as their information forwarded to us through the Consul at Melbourne, March 2, 1878, we state :— It proved by tests by the Medical Clinics of the Universities at Bonn and Greifswald, Prussia, and reported by Dr. Schulz, Professor of Parm&coiogy, at Bon, and Professor Dr. 1 Mosler, Director of the Medical Clinic at Greifswald, that only products that are saturated with oxygen and freed of acids, resinous and other snbstaucos, adherent to primary distillation, will develope the sanative qualities proper to the plant according io these authorities, and according to Professor Dr, Lister, of England, and to Dra. Bsuer, Mclntire, Wood, Hazard, etc,, of America, is the only extract correspond ing to scientific tests, and the only one which possesses the proper therapeutic VA "sAKDER & SON'S EUCALYP EXTRACT. All other crude oils are to be clae-ed .among the turpentines, which have, when uted as medicine, no therapeutic effect, ond are abandoned as an internal medicament. These so-called Eucalypti Extract which may have received distinction at Exhibitions as commercial articles are used for mechanical purposes are only discernible. By their deficiency in pundgent odour— which our product, the only genuine Eucalypti Extracts develops most freely through its surplus of oxygen. By their alcoholic thin and mobile appear ance being reduced in specific density through the presence of acids. By their taste, the result of the contracting tendency of resins and tennates. If these ciude oila, so called eucalypt extracts, are applied by mistake in cues of croup, bronchitis, diphtheria, internal inflamationfj dysentery, wounds, the consequences are appalling. For Bafety always ask for SANDER & SON'S EUCA LYPTI EXTRACT, and get the old, well tested, and reliable preparation, —Sandhurst, Victoria, Australia. i SANDEB & SONS.



The weather prophetspredict that the long fine dry spell which we have had will be followed by a very web and severe winter. The one thing needful for protection against the elements of such a winter is a really good reliable waterproof coat or cloak. We are assured that Messrs Craighead and Berryman have become famous for their well known brand of winter clothing, which has hitherto given such satisfaction, and in anticipation of a still larger sale for these goods, this season they are now showiug probably the largest stock of waterproof tweed, serge, and melton overcoats ever exhibited in Ashburton. They are also supplying ladies' and gentlemen's water proof cloaks and coats to measure at ready made prices. Every garment guaranteed thoroughly waterproof. (Three months trial, if defective money returned)). AH wool linings—keeping the wearers always warm and dry—sewn throughout with strong ailk, ventilated and every improve ment "up to date."—ADVT.



TYPEWKITING OFFICE Arcade Chambers. ALL CLASSES of Work neatly and promptly executed. Legal, Com mercial, Tabular Statements, Testimonials, etc. Caibon Duplicates half price. Memeograph Copies for Circulars, etc., from 3s 6d per hundred. Instruction in Typewriting. Vacancy for two pupils. 4 213 a M. GRAHAM.



STKATHMOBE PRIVATE HOSPITAL. EXTENSIVE ADDITIONS JUST COMPLETED. UNEQUALLED IN THE COLONIES FOR MEDICAL AND SURGICAL CASES. /~1 AN Accommodate upwards of FORTY (40) MALE and FEMALE PATIENTS TERMS : From 2 Guineas per week. PATIENIS CAN BE ATTENDED BY THEIR OWN MEDICAL ADVISER. Apply to— THE MATRON, Stbathhobb Private Hospital, Ferry Road {just; over East) Belt), Christ -6 m dffiWb» *



Friedlander Bros., Limited. SEEDS FOR SPEING SOWING. ttte'have given special attention tg the selection and dressing of our Grass and Cloyer SEEDS, AND ARE IN A POSITION TO OFFER HIGH GRADE QUALITIES AT LOWEST POSSIBLE PRICES. IT WILL BE TO THE ADVANTAGE OF CONSUMERS TO OBTAIN OUR SAMPLES AND QUOTATIONS BEFORE PLACING THEIR ORDERS. Friedlander Bros., Limited*



TO LET. /"\NE TWO-ROOMED HOUSE WITH STABLE AND TWO ACRES OF LAND AT ALLENTON. Apply ERIEDLANDER BROS., Ltd Potatoes, potatoes? TTTE ARE BUYERS OF PRIME TABLE POTATOES. FRIEDLANDER BROS., Limited. "VTT E HAVE FOR SALE PRIME TABLE POTATOES. FRIEDLANDER BROS, Ltd.



VTTE ARE CASH BUYERS 01 WHEAT RYEGRASS; OATS COCKSFOOT BARLEY CLOVERS CHAFF And al other Farm Produce. FRIEDLANDER BROS., Ltd,



E. DUCKWORTH & SON, TTNDERTAKTCRS, Cabinetmakers* and KJ Upholsterers, BXTENETE StBEET, ABHBTJKTOBf. Private Residence—Opposite Fire Brigade Station. 105 THE TRADE SUPPLIED.



COAL. COAL. I HAVE JUST LANDED, ex Lidderadale, ; 300 Tons 300 of the very beat quality of NEWCASTLE COAL, AND 50 Tons 50 OF WESTPORT COAL, ex Janet Nicol, j which I am prepared to Sell at Lowest Rates to effect a clearance. ALSO IN STOCK AND TO ARRIVE,- The celebrated ALLANDALE AND MOUNT 80MERS COALS. COKE & FIREWOOD -long & short lengths Any person who intends fencing should call and get prices— A large stock of STAKES, POSTS, and RAILS always on hand. James Elliott, COAL AND FIREWOOD MERCHANT Weßt Street. Telephone No. 83.



P. JONAS BEGS to t Notify the Farmers and Butchers of Ashburton and Surround ing District that he has Opened up Business in the Premises adjoining Hanmer and. Graves' Stables as a Cash Buyer of WOOL, SKINS, HIDES, FAT, and- HORSE HAIR in large or small quantities. Office Days—Tuesdays anh/SatUbDays AU Communications carefully attended to. .5 16



PUBLIC NOTICE. DON'T give your Umbrellas to ««foreign travellers" at the door. If yon want them repaired properly, and if you want to keep a Practical Umbrella Maker in Ashburton, take them to SMITH MAOKWELL, East Street, j _Also knives and scissors ground. 7 191



BOOTS, Boots, Boots, wonderfully cheap ab Mellor's Zealandia Boot Store. WANTED Known—That J. Moison has j received a large stock of Winter Boots and Shoes, which he intends disposing of at a Discount for Gaafa. His own makes (which never was yet equalled) alwaya on hand. I intend, as in the past, to keep the reputation of keeping the Beßt Boots in the trade. Nothing but the beßt sole leather used. Repairs done at once afc the Premie Boot Store, JB&st Street, Town Hall, Ash barton, 5 115



IS P RING BLOSSOM TEA Packed in |S», 11b,1 sSl t and 10B& Net Weight Aib-Tight Tina. No 1 (Blue Label) No. 2 (Red Label) No. 3 (Golden Label* 1/9 per ft. 2'- Per ft- 2/4 P er ft' IV 154 Obtainable from all Storekeeper* and Tea Dealers.



SPECTACLES. SPECTACLES. R. MURRAY & SON, OPTICIANS, GOLDSMITHS, Etc. i-w noßc-waanoßtofthe lar«e increaTe in thin branch of our business, we haveiound it T*2£2£ ™ iugment ouf alreldy large Stock of Optics, by frequent co nß ignm. B t« from England of the latest patterns and mostiwmd designs in all classes of SPECTACLES, FOLDERS, EYE SHADES, LENSES, etc. OUR Mr R. Mcbbat having had upwards of THIRTY-FIVE YEARS'Experience of Opti^id during that time has made careful study of the relation between Spectaclei»and th Pc S?gan of sight, the result being that he is able to quickly discern the errors °* ™°°j and correct them by the u«e of suitable Lenses, an advantage that) cannot be adopted by those having little or no Experience of Optics. CUSTOMERS may hare their EYES TESTED^ U£««w«y. «d.•!»« *»;iVSEmw fitted to correct the sight in Eyes of UNEQUAL VISION. SPECIAT .CURLED SIDES, for riding, or mechanics at their work WON'T fall off when stooping. NEW FRAMES NEW SIDES, NEW LENSES, Repairs Neat and Strong



JOHN TAYLOR (LATE MANAGER FOR MESSRS REID AND GRAY): BEGS TO ANNOUNCE TO THE FARMERS OF ASHBURTON '.COUNTY, that he has opened Premises in West Street, Ashburton, adjoining Messrs F. and H Steel, Coacfabuilders, where he intends carrying on business as AGENT FOX THE SUPPLY OF AGRICULTURAL IMPLEMENTS, made by the undermentioned firms. Having acquired a large experience from his earliest days in the manufacture of Agricultural Implements in some of the leading shops at Home as well as in the Colony, he is in a position to know the moßt approved implements of the day both for the cultivation of the soil and for handling its produce. In order to nrovide this Bupply he has obtained the appointmenb of AGENT FOR MESSRS BOOTH MACDONALD AND COMPANY, CARLYLE WORKS, CHRISTCHUROH, whoiie Ploughs, Disc Harrows, Cultivators, Windmills, Rollers, Wool Presses, Straw Baling Presses, etc., etc., are now well-known throughout the Australian Colonies for their superiority in every respect. He intends keeping a good supply of the übove imohinery and implements, as well as extras, to aa to be able to supply with promptness the needs of his customers. He has also been appointed AGENT FOR MESSRS ANDREWS AND BEAVEN, CANTERBURY MACHINE WORKS, CHRISTCHURCH, whose Chsff-cutting Machinery and Duplex Baggers, Corn Crushers, Seed Cleaners, are now so well-known that no farmer would ever think of buying an imported machine where one of thears could be got. Samples of these machines he will also be well supplied with, as well as extras for all wearing parts. He has also been appointed AGENT FOR MR A. H. ANDERSON'S AVELING AND PORTER'S TRACTION ENGINES AND MACHINERY, and is authorised to give quotations, and to do business on;.his behalf for«|the [sale and repairing of Engines, etc., etc. The'advertiser trusts that by constant attention to business, snd to the wants of the public,2»nd with [reasonable charged he will merit a share of public patronage. WEST STREET ASHBURTON. GREAT CLEARING SALE OF WINTER DRAPERY AND CLOTHING i FOR OP B MONTH!, npHE whole stoc;k reduced ALL SEASONABLE GOODS TO BE CLEARED. fßg* SEE CIRCULARS FOR PRICES 4KB —COMMENOES— Saturday, July 10. n m *Q*i« ilTiliiir-ir A. P. WILLIAMSON, (Late Beatb & Co.) CASH DRAPER & CLOTHIER, TANORED STREET.



THE ANNUAL BOOT SALE. FOR FOURTEEN DAYS before Stock Taking the ZEALANDIA BOOT STORE is determined to Slaughter the folllowing Lines j— Men's Best Kip Blttdieis, pegged, 6s lid, usually 8s 9d. Girls' strap shoes, all sm»s, 3s 6a7 usually 6a 6d. A tew dozen pairs Children's Straps la 9d, usually 2s 6d. Ladies' Glace Kid Lace Boots 7s 9d, usually 12s 6d. Ladies' Button Shoes, large rile, 6. 9d, usually Us 6d. Ladies' and Gents' Waterproof Canvas, half-price. Ladies' Slippers in odd sizes very cheap. Ladies'Be«t Button 800 s 12s 6d, usually t,t. 1a m™™ n f Tu.<Hbh' Ramnle Shoes 40 per cent under usual prices. Ladies other lines all reduced. REMEMBER. REMEMBER. THIS IS MELLOR'S ANNUAL BOOT SALE Do not despair if you have m iss ? d the^^^^ B^^Kw^^n^ B^rYS aO N B Ly this Bargain Sale will run* SALE COMMENCES SATUBDAY JULY 3, 1897. NOTE ADDRESS *F JAMES MELLOR, 2EALANDIA BOOT STORE, ASHBT7RTON.



T3OYAL EXCHANGE ASSURANCE FIRE, LIFE, SEA, and ANNUITIE Established—l72o. Claims Paid—Thirty-seven Million*} J. 0. BELL, AGENT, . Burnett Street, Ashburton. 2 3 PALM AND JOKO TEAS,



INDIAN AND OEYLON. OUR 2s 4d INDIAN (Palm Brand) is noted fox producing 200 large Tea Caps of first-rate Tea to the pound. This Is the Tea Mr George Janteaon Bold so largely, OUR 2s TEAS (Palm and Joko) are equally good value for the money. DUE TEAS are bo popular that we frequently hear of instances of other Teas being packed and sold in our empties 1 Imitation is ainoerest flattery,' but the public should see they get the genuine artlclei Retaii zrom all the principal Store* keepers. WHOLESALE FROM JAMESON, ANDERSON & CO, 155 Colombo Strebt, Christchubcb



y AM A CASH BUYER OF— EYE GRASS, COCKSFOOT, AND CLOVER SEED. C. H. DOWDING. Agent for Cooper's Sheep Dip.



NOTICE. POLLED BACK AGAIK JOHN DONOVAN, SWEEP. All Orders promptly attended to, Note the address: MOORE STREET, LAZABUb'S SIGHT TESTINtt AND SPEOIALIJE SPECTACLES. Sole agent for Ashbarton District, S. S A h E K JEWELLER, EAST STREET, ASHBURTON. I* AZARUS Patented System ensure J. comfort and correct sight* Don spoil yonr eyefc by asing badly fittin Spectacles. ~~ fredTmakelg, "DROKER & COMMISSION AGENT. Barrytown Flat Gold Mining Shares and Auckland Gold Mining Shares for Sale. GRAIN BOUGHT AND SOLD ON COMMISSION. FRED MAKEIG, Arcade "lelenby knight SINGLE TREK STORE, ALFORD FOREST AND METHVEN 'pHANKS the Public moist heartily for X their constant support during the past 14 years, and assures them that the quality of New Goods in Drapery, New Zealand Clothing, Trimmings, Hats, Roct», (Mub erers' Boots being a specialty) Saddlery, Ironmongery, Paints* Varnishes, Brushes of every kind, Oils, China, and Glassware cannot be surpassed at tha prices Paten Medicines of all descriptions kept In stock, with a large assortment of Stationery at low prices. Only Steel Roller Flour kept. Aaent for Nelson, Moate, and Co.'* Tea*, Also Indian, Arab, and Saxon. Orders by post promptly attended to, and goods delivered daily



]iOTI€JS. THE ASHBURTON TAILOEING COMPANY has on hand a very choice selection of the very latest; Patterns, by which the public caa secure the most Fashionable Suit, and not hare any old stock palmed onto them. Our cutter, Mr Pauling, has had a large experience in the best Tailoring Establishments in the colony. Therefore give us a trial, and we will guaran tee you one of the most fashionable Suite procurable. Gentt'.own material made up. W. PAULING, Manager ;



LOOK CHEAP WINTER FIRING. NEW MOUNT fcJOMERS COAL. OUTPUT haa Trebled during the last) twelve months.,] IT IS USED EVERYWHERE. This Coal is the Best and Cheapest Steam and Household Coal in the market. Used in the Woollen Factory and Canter bury Flour Mills. GIVES SPLENDID RESULTS WRITE FOR PRICES TO G. T. PABK, MOUNT SOMERS. WANTED Known—A Cheap Boob Sale at Mkixob's, for fourteen days nly. WANTED Known—2so New Jackets Mantles, and Capes now open; beautiful goods. German made.—A. Obb. 314 WANTED Known—Spectacles, Eye Protectors, Goggles, Folders, and Everything is fch« opticalliat »t 8. Sa&lK's,



COAL. COAL. COAL. 200 TONS. 200 MUST BE [SOLD TO' MAKE ROOM FOB FURTHER "SHIPMENTS. W. H. COLLINS & CO., COAL AND TIMBER MERCHANTS, IBONMONGEBS & PAINTEBS,



BARRETT BROS, have just opened »ome new linen ia clothing. Oar noted "Wear-well" Moagiel Tweed Suit at £2; but cash discount One Shilling in the Pound maketthem 38/- now.—" The Hall," Eaob I Street, WHERE are yon going to, my pretty maid? To MiLK»'i Oowp Boot Bait, llr, ibf Midi



THE AUSTRAL CYCLE AGENCY (L IMITED), SOLE AGENTS FOR: "HUMBER? "SWIFT" " SIEGER? "TRIUMPH? AND "ATALANTA » CYCLES. "'.THE HUMBERT Haa Had More Genuine Anooeiaei Thau any other Cycle in the World and Still Retina Mapreme, WE ARE THE "WOBLD'S GBEATEST CYCLE DEALEBS," only THE HIGHEST GRADE "*"™ ARE PURCHASABLE AT ANY OF OUR DEPOTS. Head Omas— 2Bs, Collins Stbeet, M«lboubkb. NEW ZEALAND DEPOTS— Manchbstek Stbjbbt, CHRISTCHUROH. 123, Gkorob Stbeet, DUNBDIN.  SHEABMAN BBOS., AGENTS, ASHBUBTON.



1897. NIMMO & BLAIR'S- 1897. FEESH STANDAED SEEDS. 3d per Packet. VEGETABLE SEEDS. 3d per Packet. Or 13 for 3s 6d. 100 VARIETIES. 100 VARIETIES. /CULTURAL Directions are given on each Packet, and thenovioe at gardening cannot \J tail to have success by using Nimmo and Blair'B " Standard " Seeds, and following the directions given on Packet. Nimmo and Blair's strains of Vegetable Seedi are either grown under their own personal supervision, or are procured from the moat reliable worcM- in Great Britain and Europe, and the many testimonials they have received iromall parta of New Zealand prove that their efforts to supply pure and genuine needs have been thoroughlj successful. Id Packets. FLOWEB SEEDS. Id Packets. IN OVER 100 VARIETIES. This list includes the most hardy varieties, as well as the showiest), and each paeksfe contains more than sufficient seed to plant an ordinary garden. Full directions for lowing are given on each packet, and if followed, the best results will be obtained. We can Bupply any of the latest Novelties in Vegetable or Flower Scads at the Catalogue Price. CALL AND PROCURE A COMPLETE CATALOGUE. SHEARMAN BROS., GROOEES & IRONMONGERS, Market House, Burnett Street. Telephone—No. 5&



..... J. WILSON;.;;;;^-;:*:-: CCR^EB OP AECADE: MAGNIFICENT ARTISTIC WALL PAPERS. LARGEST ASSORTMENT IN ASHBUBTON, Ti/TIXED PAINTS, WINDOW GLASS, MIRROR GLASS; ARTISTS MATERIALS, PICTURE FRAME MOULDINGS, SCRIM ENAMELS, VARNISHES, <k., IN STOCK. PAINTEB, PAPERHANGER, & SIGNWRITER. Telephone §5 P.O. H0%16



THE EEASON WHY YOU SHOULD PAIRONISB BRIDGE WORKS. Th f I*r«*t Engineering Worku in the County of Ashbarton, BECAUSE You can get all the Mechanical Work do&f. j* you may require, from the Repairing of a Sewing Machine to l^s IJ the making of a Combine. g BECAUSE We do not take in work, and then get it don© at head-quarters in the large towns. Our headquarters are fcri g BRIDGE WORKS, Ash burton. Where your money will S qq go to employ local tradesmen. {&>• *4 2Q .. ■ (sj BECAUSE Webring more Money to Ashburton for work S Ph done in other provinces than all the other shops in the same line of business put together, M' " S H BECAUSE Within the last three years WE have «ent S EH close on a £1000 worth of Machinery into Otago. These Machines were made by us in Ashburlon. KILWORTH & SON, BRIDGE WORKS, Ashburton.



WANTED Know«-A. Obb, Age.t fcr the celebrated Fearnmigkb Sworn defy sea »ir, and water. 313