RAILWAY TIME TABLE.

j Trains leave Ashburton FOB, THE ' SfORTH every day at 7.20 a.m., 3.40 p.m. asad 7.5 p.m. (express). On Mondays, Wed nesdays, and Fridaya, an extra train leaves at 11.0 a.m. Trains arrive fre m the North every day at 10.45 a.m,, 12.43 noon (express) and 8.0 p.m. j Trains leave Ashburton FOH 1 HE SOUTH every day at 10.55 a.m , and 12"53 noon (express). On Tuesdrtys, Thursdays, and Saturdays a train leaves at 3.50 p.m. A train leaves for Mount Sorners branch line every day at 4,25 p.m. The branch train arrives in Ashburton at 9.45 a.m. J Trains leave Bakaia for Methven daily Thursdays exoepted) at 7.5 p«m., on Tuesdays at 10.10 a.m, nd on Thursdays at 12.20 noon. Ti . leava Methven at the following times respectively —8.50 every day, except Fridaya ; 10 3C Fridays 3.10 p.m. Tuesdays.

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Pri at, e,4 »°d P«Wißhcd by the A«hburtou PuDl«hm§ Company, Limited, at tbei WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 11, 18S?,



Friedlander Bros., Limited. T SEEDS FOR SPRING SOWING. TI7"K H'VK GIVEN SPECIAL ATTENTION TO THE SELECTION AND DRESSING OF OUR Grass and Clover SEEDS, AND ARE IN A POSITION TO OFFER HIGH GRADE QUALITIES j 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.



SAISHMBfcC &z song Euca lypti Extract. v ,v, There aro Imitations of Eucalypti Extract lathe market now, products of simple distillation forming crude resinous oils. In order that these crude oila may not be taken, OUR PURE VOLATILE EUOAL\ PTI EXTRACT, wn j o b. is recognised by the medical divißion of the Prussian Government to be of perfectly, pure origin, as their information forwarded to us through the Coaaul at Melbourne, March 2, 1873, we state :— It proved by tests by the Medical Clinioa of the Universities at Bonn and Greifßwald, Prussia, and reported by Dr. Sohulz, Professor of Parmaoology, at Bon, and Professor Dr. Hosier, Director of the Medical Clinic at Greifiwald, that only produota that are sttturated with oxygen and freed of acids, resinous and other subatancoa, adherent to primary distillation, will develope the •anative qualities proper to the plant according to these authorities, and aooording to Professor Dr. Lister, of England, and to Drs, Beuer, Mclntire, .Wood, Hazard, etc,, of America, is the only extract correspond ing to scientific tests, and the only one which possesses the proper therapeutic value. SANDER & SON'S EUCALYP EXTRACT. All other crude oils are to be classed among the turpentines, which have, when used as medicine, no therapeutic effect, and are abandoned as an internal medicament. These so-called Eucalypti Extract which may have received distinction at Exhibitions »s 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 moat 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 tennatea. If these crude oils, so called eucalypt extracts, are applied by mistake in cases of croup, bronchitis, diphtheria, internal inflamationa, dysentery, wounds, the consequences are appalling. For safety always ask for SANDER * SON'S EUCA LYPTI EXTRACT, and get the old, well tested, and reliablepreparation,—Sandhurst, Victoria, Australia. SANDER & SONS. *~The weather prophets predict that the long fine dry spell which we have had will be followed by a very wet 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 showing probably the largest stock of waterproof tweed, serge, and melton overcoats ever oxhibitad 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). All wool linings—keeping the wearers alwa-.s warm and dry—sewn throughout with strong ailk, ventilated and every improve ment " up to date."—Advt.



TO LET. r\NE TWO-EQOMED HOUSE WITH STABLE AND TWO ACRES OF LAND AT ALLEN TON. Apply FRIEDLANDER BROS., Ltd"! POTATO ES. POTATOES. TTT E ARE BUYERS OF PRIME TABLE POTATOES. FRIEDLANDER BROS., Limited. X\^ E HAVE FOR SALE PRIME TABLE POTATOES FRIEDLANDER BROS, Ltd. YTT7E ARE CASH BUYERS OF WHEAT RYEGRASB OATS COCKSFOOT BARLEY CLOVERS CHAFF And al other Farm Produce. FRIEDLANDER BROS., Ltd. 3



E. DUCKWOETH & SON, TTNDRBTAKKRS, Cabinetmakers, acd \J Upholsterers, Burnett Stbeet, Auhburton* Private Residence—Opposite Fire Brigade Station. 105 THE TRADE SUPPLIED.



THE GENUINE DR GUILLIER ELIXIR Tonic, Glairoas, and Anti-Bilious, Pre pared by Dr Paul Gage Fils, Chemist of the Ist Class. The only proprietor of that remedy. Kue do Grenelle, S, Germain, Paris. Dr Onillie's Elixir is one of the most economical medicines, both as a Purga tive and as a Depurative, it is tha bost remedy against all bilious and glairiou disorder. For more than seventy five years Di Guillie'a Elixir has been employed with success against diseases of the liver, the spleen, the heart, rheumatism, gout, fevar, li fluer zi, el in diseases, etc. Beware of imitations, and see that you get the Genuine Dr Guillie's Elixir which bears the signature of Paul Gage and mark that each bottle is acoompanie y Treatise on Glairs. Sold by Droggista, Patent Medicine Dealers, and by AUSTRALIAN DRUG CO.. Sydney, H.S.W. JT OLA F i" Ailment of economy against fatigue banger, and thirst Antidepertic, antifatiguiug, stimula ting, reconstituent Indißpenßable to Velocipedists, ascen tionists, rowers, racsrs, hunters, and to any of them who have a muscular effort to develop France, M. Ch., Gamier, 8, Rue dcs Francs-Bourgeois, Paris. IHE AUSTEALIAN DRUG COMPANY, Limited Sydney "STBATHMOEE



COAL. COAL. I HAVE. JUST LANDED, ex Liddersdaie, 800 Tons 300 of the very best quality of NEWCASTLE GOAL, AND 50 Tons 50 OF WEST PORT GOAL, ex Janet Niool, which I am prepared to Sell at Lowest \ Rates to effect a clearance, ALSO IN BTOCK~k~ND TO ARRIVE, ---3 ho celebrated AL.LANDALE AND MOUNT SOMERS COALS. COKE & FIRE WOOD-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 West Street. Telephone No, 83.



PEIVATE HOSPITAL. EXTENSIVE ADDITIONS JUST COMPLETED. UNEQUALLED IN THE COLONIES FOR MEDICAL AND SURGICAL CASES. Accommodate upwards of FORTY (40) MALE and FEMALE PATIENTS TERMS : From 2 Guineas per week. PATIENTS CAN BE ATTENDED BY j THEIR OWN MEDICAL ADVISER. Apply to— THE MATRON, Strathmore Private Hospital, Ferry Road (just over Eaat Belt), Christ § 135 church. ANTED KNOWN—Mbs Hufmm faaviug taken the premises lately occupied by Mr G. Neill, intends to open same &a Ladies' Dining and Refreshment Rooirs, where visitors will find a long feit want supplied. Meala at all hours. A few boarders will find all the comforts of a home, WANTED Known, Meixor's Bargain Bale now on. Come early. (Jhil j



P. JONAS BEGS to Notify the Farmers and Butchers of Ashfourton 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 S and HORSE HAIR in large or small quantities. Office Days—Tuesdays and AU Communications carefully attended to. ■5 16* , ■ public notice7~~ DON'T give your Umbrellas to "foreign, travellers" at the door. If you want them repaired properly, and if you want to keep a Practical Umbrella Maker in Ashburton, take them to SMITH MAOKWBLL, East Street. Also knives and scissors ground, 7 191 BOOTS, Boots, Boots, wonderfully cheap at Mellor's Zealandia Boot Store. WANTED Known—That J. Moison has received a lar£;e stock of Winter Boots and Shoes, which he intends disposing of at a Discount for Cash. His own makes (which never was yet equalled) always on hand. I intend, as in the past, to keep the reputation of keeping the Best Boots in the trade. Nothing but the best sole leather used. Repairs done at once ab the Premie Boot Store, East Street, Tqwe Hall, Aeh- j barton, 8 lib



Business Notice. TOWNEND'S CELEBRATED CINNAMON CURE FOR CONSUMPTION ANT) OTHER CHEST DISEASES. The moat valuable discovery In Medical Science, Destroy* the Morbid Deposits of the Lungs. Overcomes the racking ooagh and spitting of blood. READ the following extract from the Weeh'y Press " It has been clearly demonstrated that this new remedy is not only highly efficacious in the treatment of the more formidable disease of consumption, but that in all cases of coughs and colds, whatever may be their cause, it cures with astonishing rapidity. It acts against I these lesser maladies as quinine aote against intermittent fever. It is equally efficacious in bronohitis and catarrh, and al! inflammatory states of the respiratory organs. Expectoration and cough dis appear like magic, and there can be no doubt that thousands of cures will be affected during the coming winter by this latest application of modern medical | science." I PRICE 2s 6d SOLD EVERYWHERE Sole Wholesale Agents: KBMPTHORNE, PROSSER & 00 S* NEW ZEALAND DRUG 00. Ltd. Dunedin, Christchurch, Wellington, and Auckland



COAL. COAL. COAL. 200 TONS. 200 MUST BE 'SOLD TO MAKE ROOM FOB FURTHER SHIPMENTS. W. H. COLLINS & CO., COAL AND TIMBER MERCHANTS, IRONMONGERS & PAINTERS,



ALAXUM Trie greatest remedy ever mtroduced for all diseases arising from, a disordered state of the digestive system. It i? A LAXATIVE. AN APPETISER, AND A STIMULATING TOKiO. A few opinions from the Christchurch Press and other newspapers ; — " Alaxum stands alone an-1 and vailed in the treatment of all ailments dus to dufcodve assimilation." " Alaxum strikes at the root by correct ing the Irregularity." ** No morbid condition can exist." "Vital force speedily generated by AIidXUM, the premier medicine." "Alaxum ia essentially a nerve timuianb and tonic laxative which \ strengthens the whole being. , '



There is NO MEDICINE. TO EQUAL IT FOE INDIGESTION., DYSPEPSIA' LIVER COMPLAINTS, SLUGGISH ACTION of the BOWELS, CONSTIPATION, BILIOUSNESS, i or HEABACH& and derangements oi the Digest!w System,. It does not act by drastic purging, than Which there ia no greater evil to the human body. By clearing the alimentary canal of all foul matter, and by toning and renewing the strength of the entire digestive system, if; builds up the entire energy of the whole being and enables It fco throw off all functional disease.



Where there is organic disease "we say consnlt a physician. Remember, how ever, that most of the ailments affecting humanity are FUNCTIONAL f The organs themselves are so,jmci, bttfc ajre nob doing thf ir work. Alaxum 4 3 e Remedy. mom 2 a Q D from: all Chemists. ; WHOLBSAIEi iGEMTS : KEMPTHORNH,. PROSSER & CO. I (Wo 1 ,lted). 7 34



BARRETT BROS, have juat opened some new lines in clothing. Our noted " Wear-well" Mosgiel Tweed Suit at £2 ; but cash discount One Shilling in the Pound makes them 38/- now.—" The Hall," Eajfc Street. WHERE are you going to, my pretty maid 1 To Mbllck's Cheap Boot gall, lir, sbt ifti&



THE AUSTRAL CYCLE AGENCY (LIMITED), SOLE AGENTS FOR: "If UMBER," «SWIFT 9 'y "SINGER,*' "TRIUMPH? AND "ATALANTA " CYCLES, "THE HUMBER" I Has Had More Geuuine Hncceß»eß Tfaan any Other Oyele in ttoe World and Still Heigrns Supreme, WE ARE THE "WORLD'S GREATEST CYCLE DEALERS," ™* THE HIGHEST GEADE ES ARE PURCHASABLE AT ANY OF OUR DEPOTS. Head Office—2Bs, Collins Street, Mblbourne. NEW ZEALAND DEPOTS— Manchester Street, CHRISTCHUROH. 123, Georgb Street, DUNJ&DIN. SHEARMAN BROS., AGENTS, ASBBURTON.



1897. NIMMO & BLAIR'S. 1897. FRESH STANDARD 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 the novice at gardening cannot v_y tail to have success by using Nimmo and B'air's *' Standard " Seeds, and following the directions given on Packet. Nimmo and Blair's strains of Vegetable Seeda are either grown under their own personal supervision, or are procured from the most reliable sources in Great, Britain and Europe, and the many testimonials they have received trom all parts of New Zealand prove that their efforts to supply pure and genuine seeds have been thoroughly successful. Id Packets, FLOWER SEEDS. Id Packets. IN OVER 100 VARIETIES. This list includes the iuo3t hardy varieties, as well as the showiest, and each packet contains more than sufficient seed to plant an ordinary garden. Full directions for sowing are given on each packet, and if followed, the best results will be obtained. We can supply any of the latest Novelties in Vegetable or Flower Seeds at the Catalogue Price. CALL AND PROCURE A COMPLETE CATALOGUE. SHEARMAN BROS., GROCERS & IRONMONGERS, Market House, Burnett Street. Telephone—No, S3.



| J. WILSON. i CORNER OF ARCADE, MAGNIFICENT ARTISTIC WALL PAPERS. , LARGEST ASSORTMENT IN ASHBURTON. TITIXED PAINTS, WINDOW GLASS, MIRROR GLASS, ARTISIS MATERIALS, PICTURE FRAME MOULDINGS, SCRIM ENAMELS, VARNISHES, <£a, IN STOCK. PAINTER, PAPERHANGER, & SIGNWRITER. Telephone 65 P.O. Box 16



THE REASON WHY YOU SHOULD PATRONISE BRIDGE WORKS. The Largest Engineering Works in the County of Ashburton. BECAUSE You can get all the Mechanical Work dons * you may require, from the Repairing of a Sewing Machine to j £* the making of a Combine. S ;£ BECAUSE We do not take in work, and then get it done at head-quarters in the large towns. Our headquarters are J# g BRIDGE WORKS, Ashburton. Where your money will fel qq go to employ local tradesmen. i> ■^ <"■^ 3 BECAUSE We bring more Money to Ashburton for work P3 done in other provinces than all the other shops in the same line of business put together. -<j W 3 H BECAUSE Within the last three years WE have sent £] H close on a £1000 worth of Machinery into Otago. These Machines were made by us in Aahburlon. KILWORTH & SON, BRIDGE WORKS, Ashbnrton.



EX "Gothic." Barrett Bros have re ceived through their agents, direct from English Manufacturers, some special i lines in Drapery, etc. Oash discount One Shilling in the Pound " The Hall," East Streeb WANTED Knowa—A. Obb, Agenfclor tba celebrated Fearnought Serges Mfm iir, »ncj wat»r, jljg



SPRING BLOSSOM TEA Packed in |ft>, IK), 5K>, and 101b JS'kt Weighi Aib-Tight Tins. No. 1 (Blue Label) No. 2 (Red Label) No. 3 (Golden Label) 1/9 per Bt>. 2'- per a. 2/4 per H>, 11 154 Obtainable from all Storekeepers and Ten Dealers.



SPECTACLES._ x SPECTACLES. R. MURRAY & SON, OPTICIANS, GOLDSMITHS, Etc. IN OoKMsqcienceJlof* the large increase in this branch of our business, we have found it necessary to augment) our already large Stock of Optics, by frequent consignments from England of the latest patterns and most approved designs in all classes of SPECTACLES, FOLDERS, EYE SHADES, LENSES, etc. OUR Mr R. Murray having had upwards of THIRTY-FIVE YEARS' Experience of Optics, and during that time has made careful study of the relation between Spectacles and the organ of sight, the result being that he is able to quickly discern the errors of vision, and correct them by the use of suitable Lenses, an advantage that cannot be adopted by those having little or no Experience of Optics. CUSTOMERS may have their EYES TESTED it necessary, and also h*,e Spectacles fitted to correct the sight in Eyes of UNEQUAL VISION. SPECIAT k 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 that he has opened Premises in West Street, Ashburton, adjoining Messrs F. and H. Steel, Coachbuilders, where he intends carrying on business as AGENT FOR THE SUPPLY OF AGRICULTURAL IMPLEMENTS, made by the undermentioned firms. Having acquired a large experience from his earliest dayß 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 most approved implements of the day both for the cultivation of the soil and for handling ite produce. In order to provide this supply he has obtained the appointmenfe of AGENT FOR MESSRS BOOTH MACDONALD AND COMPANY, CARLYLE WORKS, CHRISTOHURfiH, whose 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 & good supply of the above machinery and implements, as well as extras, co as 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 Chaff-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 onei of theirs 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 onjihis behalf for. the (sale and repairing of Engines, etc., etc. The advertiser trusts that by constant attention to business, and to the wants of the public, .^and with reasonable charges' he will merit a share of public patronage. WEST STREET ASHBUBTO N.



GREAT STOCK-TAKING SALE AT " THE CORNER." STOCK MUST BE HEAVILY REDUCED BEFORE STOCK-TAKING, JULY 31st. WAREHOUSEMEN'S CLEARING LINES AT HALF PRICE. WONDERFUL BARGAINS IN ALL DEPARTMENTS. HIGH Class Ladies' Jackets at marvellously low prices. Few Maids' Ulsters to clear at half cost price.! Ladies 1 Macintoshes, newest styles, 10s 9d, 15s 9d. Children's Handsome Tunics from 4s 6d. Flannelette Underclothing at half price. Merino Combination Garment!, 3s lid. Stylish Dress Goods, 10£ d per yard, double width, worth 18d. Men's Colonial Tweed Suits, well made and lined, all sizes, 25s 6d. A line of Youths' Overcoats, all sizes, 5s each. A large lot of light fancy ribbons, Id per yard. A Wonderful line of Ladies' Black Oloth Jackets, new styles, 8s 6d, worth more than doable. W. H. COLLIER.



GREAT CLEARING SALE OF WINTER DRAPERY AND CLOTHING FOR ONE MONTH I*HE WHOLE STOCPC REDUCED ALL SEASONABLE GOODS TO BE CLEARED. ggf* SEE CIRCULARS FOR PRICES Jg£ —COMMENCES— Saturday, July 10. j A. P. WILLIAMSON, (Late Beath & Co,) CASH DRAPER & CLOTHIER, TANOBED STREET.



T3OYAL EXCHANGE ASSURANCE FIRE, LIFE, SEA, end ANNUITIE Established—l72o. Claims Paid—Thirty-seven Million* J. G BELL, AGENT, Burnett Street, Ashburton. 2 3 PALM AND JOKO TEAS. INDIAN AND OEYLON. DUR 2s 4d INDIAN (Palm Brand) la noted for producing 200 large Tea Caps of first-rate Tea to the pound, " Thla is the Tea Mr George Jameson sold to largely, OUR Ss TEAS (Palm and Joko) an equally good value for the money. OUR TEAS are so popular that we frequently hear of instances of other Teas being packed and sold in oar empties, 'Imitation is sinoeresc flattery,' but the public should see they get the genuine article. Retaii xrom all the prlndpal Store keepers, WHOLESALE FROM JAMESON, ANDERSON & GO-, 155 Colombo Street, Ohbistohubob



T AM A CASH BUYER OF— RYE GRASS, COCKSFOOT, AND CLOVER SEED. C. H. DOWDING. Agent for Cooper's Sheep Dip. NOTICE. ri ALLED BjACK AGAIN JOHN DONOVAN, SWEEP, AH Orders promptly attended to. Note the address; MOORE STREET. LAZARUsIfiIGHT TESTING AND SPECIALITE SPECTACLES. Sole agent for Ashburton District, S. S A L E X'K ' JEWELLER, EAST STREET, ASHBURTON. T AZARUS Patented System ensara X-«- comfort »r.d correct eight. Don spoil your eyet by using badly fittln Spectacles. FRED. MAKEIG^



"DROKER & CQMJvJISSION AGENT. Barrytown Flat Gold Mining Shares and Auckland Gold Mining Shares for Sale. GRAIN BOUGHT AND BOLD ON COMMISSION. FRED MAKEIG, Arcade SINGLE TREK STORE, ALFORD FOREST AND METHVEN 'THANKS the Public moot 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, Boot*, (Mus 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 assortmenb of Stationery at low prices. Only Steel Roller Flour kept. Agent for Nelson, Moate, and Go.'a Teas. Also Indian, Arab, and Saxon. Orders by post promptly attended to, and goods delivered daily ~ notice, '



mHE ASHBURTON TAILOEINO J_ COMPANY has on hand a very choice selection of the very latesb Patterns, by which the public caa secure the moss Fashionable Suit, and not hare any old stock palmed on to 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. Gents'Jown material made up. W. PAULING, Manager LOOK CHEAP WINTER FIRING. NEW MOUNT SOMERS COAL. OUTPUT :has Trebled during the last twelve months.] IT IS USED EVERYWHERE. This Coal is the Best aud Cheapest Steam and Household Coal in the market. Used in the Woollen Factory and Canter, bury Flour Mills. ■ GIVES SPLENDID RESULTS WRITE FOR PRICES xo O. T. PARK, MOUNT SOMERS.



[ Tl^ ANTED Known-A Cheap Boot Said I I' »•> Mellob's, for fourteen days TO-ANTED Known-250 New JwkeU . "'.., Manttea, and Capes now open; beautiful goo*?a, German made.~A. Orr. 314