Town Edition. THE GREAT BATTLE IN THE SOUDAN.

Graphic Account. (Per Alameda at Auokland.) United Presa Association — By Eleotrio Telegraph Auckland, May 11. The following account of the great battle m the Soudan was received by the San Francisco mail : — Cairo, April 8 The Anglo-Egyptian forces, under Sirdar General Sir Herbert Kitcheoer, attacked the Dervishes' position at 7.45 this morning and rushed Mahmond's zariba, the centre of his fortification, without check. The attack was entirely successful, and the Dervishes suffered heavily. The Anglo-Egyptian force, after a night march, arrived at dawn before the enon>y's camp. When the trenches of the Dervishes had been bombarded the whole Anglo-Egyptian force made a brilliant rush for the zariba and the trenohes. The Dervishes stood their ground bravely and reserved their fire until the attacking force wbb close to them. Mahmoud, the Der vish General, was among the prisoners captured. As the despatch was sent, the Anglo-Egyptian cavalry, with Maxim guns and batteries, "was pursu ing the fugitives. The loss of the Anglo-Egyptian forces includes Cap tain Urquhart, of the Cameron Highlanders, and Lieutenant Gore, of the Seaforth Highlanders, killed ; and ten officers of the British Brigade, and four British officers of the Egyptian service wounded. Atbara Camp (Nubia), April 8 The Sirdar's force numbered 12,000 'men, with twenty-four guns, under Colonel Long, and twelve Maxims. The enemy left Shendy with 19,000 men, but they have suffered from desertions since. The enemy was at first practically concealed underground m a strong zariba running around the whole position. We reached Mah moad's position at 6 a.m. The enemy was evidently aware of our approach and after an hour of heavy bombard ment, the brigades were formed up, and carried the position at the point of the bayonet under a tremendous fire from the enemy. The zariba was torn away, bub the enemy obstinately clung to the trenches, and were bayoneted m them. During the whole admirable bpmbardment by Colonel Long not a Bingle Deivish was visible. Mahmoud was captured by the Tenth Soudanese ' battalion. He was underground the , whole time his men were fighting. Qsman pigna {led as. usual. The prisoners say Mahmoud's men deserted m large numbers before the battle. The enemy's guns, baggage, animals, and standards were captured. Our loss would have been much heavier if the enemy had not fired high. The Dervish f| re was yei 7 h eav yi an d the British loss was mostly, before reaching the zariba. Colonel Murray had his horse shot under him, and was wounded m the arm, The enemy certainly behaved with great bravery. Prisoners gay they lost heavily by tho bombardment. Before the advanoe some of the enemy tried to break across the river at an early stage, but were beaten back by the Dervish horse men. Rockets, under Captain Beatty, get the enemy's camp on fire m many places. Bashdardi Kedi fell at the head of his men. Authorities say the battle was the most brilliant ever fought m the Soudan, everything having been carried straight tb rough Tipftijont a tytc)? or qheck. Inside the zariba' there was an astonishing Jabyrinth pf earth works. I have bpen all over the Pervisfr position and estimate tbejr dead at more than 2000. The night march was as weird as that of Tel-el-Keber. The Egyptians, Soudanese, and British, strove to be grst m the rape and first m the attack. As usual several brigades claim the honor. The enemy opened with such a terrific fire that our men were dropping on all sides. It was as terrible a fusilade as troops were ever called on to face. Mahmoud's army is practically wiped out and four thousand of his followers have b,een taken jiriaqnerf. He himself was caughfi niding m a hole under a bpd. He is a Jail, dignified, sensuous looking black feaggara. about thirty-five years of age, with a shaven bead. When taken he was dressed m a richly embroidered robe.

THE GALE AND SHIPWRECKS IN NEW SOUTH WALES.

United Eress 4.BBbbiation— By Eleotrlo ' Telegraph— Copyright. Sydney, May 10 The gale is renewing, and very stormy conditions prevail on the coast. The Miowera, which has arrived from Wellington, met the wVinla oale. and was hove-to fpirtbirty six hours. Ti*e estimated loss to shipping by the storm amounts to £20,000. Received Wakapuaka May 11, 1Q a.m., '' Goabdian Office 10.37 a.m. Sydney, May 11 There is now little doubt that Mr Mplndoe, mate of the Merkswortb, has perished. The schooner Seaflower is ashore at Port Macquarie. Her crew were saved. So far there have been six wrecks, and thirteen other casualties to ship ping reported. At Newcastle last night a vessel was firing distress signals north east from Nobby a. It was too dark to ascertain whether she was a sailing vessel or a steamer. Three steamers despatched to her assistance had not returned at a late hour.

COMMERCIAL.

LONDON MARKETB, United Press Association— By Eleotrio Telegraph— Copyright. London, May 9 Wheat — Average qnotation m English country markets, 41s 4d. At the wool sales to-day competition was good : merinos are unohanged. May 10 Sellers are asking 2s advance for wheat. Bayers, however, hesitate aVthe price, She Bradford wool market is ia » depreised : Wf ' - - - .

SAN FRANCISCO MAIL.

. • United Preeß Association— By Electric 1 Telegraph. Auckland, May 11 The mail summary unfortunately did not arrive by the Alameda. The American files are full of war rumors and war preparations, but war had not actually been declared when the mail left though great preparations were being made for the conflict by the United States. ■ Wellington, May 11 The Takapuna, with the San Franoiaco mail, is expected to reach here about 4 p.m. to-morrow Afternoon, and will sail for Lyttelton with the southern portion about two hours later.

THE "WAR" IN THE NORTH.

United Press Association — By Electric Telegaph— Copyright. Wellington, May 11 MrClendon, S.M., wires to Government that information has been obtained as to where some of the weapons with which the Natives were armed were procured, and the parties are to be proceeded against under the Arms Act. Rawehb, May 11 H.M.S. Torch left Bawene this morning, bound to Wellington via Onetiunga and Wanganui. She took Mr John Webster and Rev. Mr Cowie &s passengers to Oponini, Mr Webster's residence, near Hokianga Heads, where she will make a short stay, if she cannot get over the bar at once. Dr Lowe is a passenger by H.M.S. Toroh for Manukau, where the Toroh will be the first war vessel to oall for many years. HokiaDga bar iB breaking heavily. The Tutanekai is < still bar-bound at Kaipara, and is anxiously awaited here to take the Auckland force i and prisoners to Onehunga.

News m Brief.

■■♦— — The Acclimatisation Society's annual dinner takes place to-night at Devane'a Hotel. A notice regarding the aaie of the Guardian by rnnoera appears above the looal news, and one referring to cash advertisements.

Latest Items.

■ ♦ Thei Mataura Beat. — The writ for the Mataura Beat was issued to-day. The date of the eleotion has not yet been fixed, bat will probably be Wednesday, May 25. The Colony's Finances — The accounts for the year (states a Wellington Press Association telegram) have been certified to by the Controller and Auditor-General. The actual surplus is £521,000. The detailed accounts will appear m the next ; Gazette. I Chbysanthbmum Show. —We are in formed by the Secretary of the Chrysan themum Club that he has received a large number of entries for table decorations, go oarts, and bicycles, and also out bloom", which will be superior to any shown before. One of the greatest attractions of the Show, which will be held to-morrow m the Orange Hall, will be the larsje collection of pot plants, palms, etc., received from Mr Jones' gardens, Christchurch, which, with the concert m the evening, given by some of our leading singers, ought to draw a orowded houee, and will be a one shilling well spent.

THE ASHBUKTua GUARDIAN t WEDNESDAY, MAY 11, 1898.



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ASHBURTON 1 AGOLIMATISATION SOCIETY. ASHBURTON COUNTY COUNIDIL. rr<HE aNNUAI"dINNER will be heldl ELECTORAL ROLLS FOR 1898. ± at DEVANE'S HOTEL on I^JOTICE is here^iven that m accord- WEDNESDAY, MAY 11, 1\ ance wiih the Piovisioas of ihe at 7.30 p.m. Counties Act, 1886, a copy of the Electoral * Rolls of the various ridiugs m thia Connty Tickets 4s, covering wines, etc , may lie i 8 on view at the following placce, and also obtained from the Secretary. ab t he Connty Council's Offioeß, Aehbajton, A. H. SHURY, f r om April 27, 1898 to May 15, 18=8 :i 4 270 Hon. Secretary. Mounfc Hofcfc Riding _ M ount Hutb Road rTIRUST AND AGENOY COM- „ Board Office, Methven J I -patcv ny afqtp 'a T A «3T a Mount bomors Riding— Mount Someri X PANY OF AUSIRALASIA, Road Board Cffice, Mount Somers Limited. South Rakain Riding— South ßafeaia Road Incorporated 1860. Board Office. South Rakaia Authorised Capital £2,000,000 Ranpitata Riding— Rangitata ßoad Boird Subscribed £1,750,000 Offioe, lismore Reserve Funds (British Consob, Wakauui Riding — Cchoolmaiter'a House, etc.) ... £207.50 Wakunui Asbburton Riding— Bond's Store, Wheat* Solicitors and Agents— Messrs Wynn- Btone. _, Williams and Brown, Christchurch ; Messrs All oljections thereto to be loged» one Chapman and Tripp, Wellington ; and copy at the County Council's Cffice, and Messrs Sainsbury and Logan, Napier. one copy at the S-M. Conrt Cffice?, A«h- Head Office m New Zealand : button, on or before May 31, 1898. 211 Hereford Street, Chriatchuroh. I> w nrrlar LOANS GRANTED ON FREKHOLD V » L 4 »-», FARM LANDS at Current Rates. F. MAINWARING, Advanoes can be repaid at six months .  . .;_ _ ,___ Clerk. notice, and even sums up to three-fifthu < f Afehbnrtop, April 50, 1898. 510 amount borrowed can be paid off at any tin c ~ ■ ■■» by giving 3 months' written notice. HOZIK 'X'lSiV. JAS. NATBL. HAMER, Manager aoa Inspector for New Zo^laiKi 19 I?©H^



LAMP?. LAMPS. LAMPS, WE have'JargeJStocka of Lamps of every.'deßOription including the^following*:— Miller, Rochester, Juno, No. 1 k 2, and Mammoth Hanging Lamps, Table Lampß, Y*se Lamps, Library Lamps, Drawing Room Lamps, Alabastetl Lamps, Hand Lamps, ate., which have been marked at a shade over landed ooet, to effcob an early clearance for stock taking. Femember now iß^the time to lay m yoar Winter Btocks and thereby save money by doing so. FLETCHER BROS., CASH SUPPLY STOEES, East Street, Ashburton, and High Street, Christchutch"* Telephone|24. ' Box 67. ONE WOKD ABOUT BOOTS. JAMES "MELLOR, ZEALANDIA BOOT STORE, TANCRED STREET, ASHBUR ' ON. VTrßj aim to please, and our large volume of trade speaks forour success THE ZFIAIANDIA BOOT STORE is holding the largest and Jbest assorted stock of BOOTS AND SHOES m Ashburton. Ladies', Gentu men's and Children's Boots and Shoes m endless variety. FOR KEAL HARD WEAR IRY THE ZE VLANDTA BRAND. Everybody knows we give nothing but the best value. One trial is all ask JAMES MELLOR, ZBALANDIA BOOT STOBIS, TANCRED_BTEKT, ASHBURTON. THE ANGLO SPECIAL. The Easiest Running and Best Built Machine m New Zecland. BUILT TO YOUR ORDEB. TWITTED with B.S.A. parts. Weldlese Steel Tubing, Westwood Hollow Rim?, JL. « Danlop Tyres, Brooke's Saddleß, Enamelled any Color, and any Gear,



TEA. TEA. TE A. FLETCHER BROS. H^VE Just received another large consignment of the justly celebrated DUCHESS T&A m £lb and lib packets, and 5 and 101 b tins, as-supplied lo the priheipa- Refreshment Kooms m Ashburton. WE wiah to apologise to those of our customers who were unable to get their order* lor this <ea promptly execntrd. But we hal such a phenomenal run on this Special Blend that we were unable to k'epup with Ihe extraordinary demand for the same. \\ c wish to inform those who like a real good mm f Tea, that we have cow a fall stock of this Tea (The •• DUCHESS ") m all Btz« 3 of packages . HERE are two unsolicitfid Testimonials that we have received from the leading Refresh* meat Room proprietors m Ashbmton, Mrs Morton, East Street, says— That it is the best Tea that she has ever used, and that it g.ves every satisfootiao (O her numerous ouslomers. * . Mr Huffam, Burnett Street Refreshment Rooms, says—! Inat i it is one of the finest and most economical Teas that anyone can buy, as the quality and flavor »one that will at once attraot the attention of the most fastidious of Sett fi"t 1 ' CaQ thoroughl y recommend the same to any person requiring a real $£ c fche nameß of "dozens of others who wonia nofc ane any other than tn« " DDCHEBB n Tea, but unfortunafcely space will n it admit of it. Samples may be had free of charge, and we are conident that a trial will be a revelatio to ail who may have been using common and ordinary Tea. Winter Stock." Winter Stock. FARMERS would do well to visit v? and lay m their Winter Stook of Groceries whll we are selling goods at Buoh ridioulously low prices. The Colonial, Home, and Continental markets are getting firmer every day, and m the event of war prices wil advance to famine prices, bo be on the safe side and lay m your Winter Stock. THESE ARE A FEW OF THE LINES WE HAVE BOUGHT FOR OUR WINTER TRADE. 100 tons Rollitt'a " Supreme " Roller 25 tons Oatmeal. ..Flour. 50 tons Bran ■■•■■■ * . ■ 25toMSbar P B. 2500 baga of Snowdrop Sugar 1000 oases Kerosene. 500 boxes of Colonial Candles 10 tons " Duchess " Tea. 5 tons fine Sago 6 tons Ceylon and Indian Tea. 2 tons Pearl Tapiooa. 5 tonß Flake Tapioca. 20 cwt Fry's and Van Houten's Cocoa 10 tons Japan Rice. J ton Coffee Beans. 4 ton French Coffee. 50 boxes Sultanas 100 boxes Cornflour. 50 boxes Raisins 200 caaeß Vosbizz* Currants 50 cases tinned fieh of all kinds 20 owt Lemon and Orange Peel.J 50 oases of tinned meat of all kindsj ALSO 3O PACKAGES OF CHINA, EARTHENWARE, Era, Eto. Farmers', Contractors, etc, etc, would save money by purchasing their Grocer iei/eto. from üb. - *



■ _ Public notices, ~~" NOTICE. TTNLESS the Red and White Calf 'eft at vJ my place some two months ago by Mr Hepburn ia removed within fourteen days and expenses paid, the Banie will bo sold. GEORGE TOMLINSON, 5 89 Cahnbrae. NOHCE OF APPLICATION FOR A PUBLICAN'S LICENSE. I TIMOTHY CONNOLLY, of A ah- q < burton, do hereby yive notice that I deoire to obtain, and Will, at the next Licensing Meeting of the Licensing Com- mittee for the Licensing Distriot of Ashbur- ton, to be holden at Aahburton on the ninth day of June, 1898, apply for a certificate authorising the issue of a Publican's Licecae for a Houße situate ab Ashburton, and known as the Central Hotel, containing thirty-two rooms, exclusive of those requiret for the use of the family, Dated the 9th day of May, 1898 T. CONNOLLY. Bt M. CUTHBERTSON, Solicitor. 5 91 PUBLIC TKUST OFFICE. CAPITAL AND INTEREST GUARAN- (DEED BY^THE STATE. rjIHE OFFICE undertakes the following JL bußineas :— 1, The administration of all Intestate Estates. 2. The executorßhip of the Wills of persona who may appoint the Public) Trustee their Exeoutor. Also the administration of Trusts renounced by previously appointed Trustees.



3. The administration of all kinds of Money Trusts, inoluding Marriage Settle- ments. 4. The administration of the estates of Lunatics and Lunatic Patients. 5. The management of property as Attorney or Agent for the owner. 6. Ihe deposit of Wills for safe custody. The Public Trust Office, although a department of the State, is absolutely free from politioal interference or control. Large powers are conferred by statute on the Public Trustee, thus supplementing I powers contained m Wills for the benefit of the testator's family. The Public Trustee makes advances on freehold securities from 4£ per cent. , For particulars as to the Office and it ß work apply to the undersigned. A. A. FOOKS, Agent, Aahburtson. JAMES 0. MARTIN, Public Trustee. J. J. M. Hamilton, 4 127 District Agent, Chriatc'auroh. *z 8 ! ° 2 * Hilli P^ 0 s . iKFAQ i & p, g- "i Pr Qt) hi s » — s tßfSts jrß 5 -s Ph § i W T Bullock. ALLENTON. TO* LET. 10 ACRES XO FIRST-CLASS Land, together with a Substantially Built Dwelling House of six rooms, surrounded by Garden and Orohard, well stocked with fiuit trees. There is alßo a Stable and Shed. The property is well situated at the corner of Middle and Allen's Road, and fronting the Wakanui Creek, Rental required— £4o per annum. T BULLOCK, Agent. TO LET. 2i ACRES 2i Together with Dwelling House of four rooms and other buildings thereon, situated between Harland and Grove Streets, Tinwald. Rental required— 6a 6d per week. T. BULLOCK, Agent. TO LET. House of six rooms, also Stable, with two aores of land, near the Woollen taotory. Apply to T. BULLOCK, Agent. TO LET, Ouo Acre of land, together with a four- roomed Cottage and Scullery, nearly new ; good cooking range. Near the East Belt. Rental, 63 per week. Apply to 1 T. BULLOCK. TO LET,: A NICE Little Property near Town, fronting the Racecourse Road, 4 aores and New House" of 5 rooms, etc., or 14 acres if so desired. For particulars apply to T. BULLOCK. k _ . TO LET. /^OTTAGE of 4 Rooms and Scullery, \J nearly new, situated m Aitken Street 5 East. Rental Os per week. id Apply to :H T. BULLOCK, ly Agent. * TO LET. ~~ re le /COTTAGE of Four Rooms, and two ,3 KJ Seotions, fronting Allen's Road, . Allenton, ■■' T. BUfcLQQK.



f Funeral Notice. FUNERAL NOTICE. niHR Friends of John and Emma McKay JL are respectfully informed that the Funeral of their late beloved daughter, Isabella, will move from their residence, comer Cox and Cass streets, on THURSt- DAY, 12lh inab., at 2 p.m., for the Ashbur- ton Cemetery. BAKER BRO«. , 5 100 Undertakers. Pubic JNotioes. ANDREW ORE HAS JUST OPENED a Second Ship- ment of NEW GOODS FOB THE WINTER. Specially Seleoted, Splendid Lot of NEW MANTLES & CAPES, MILLINERY AND DRESS GOODS, IN THE LATEST STYLES. New Kid Gloves, Corsets and Umbrella*, best makes. Carpets, Linoleums, Floorcloths, and THE LARGEST LOT OF LADIES' & GENTLEMEN'S BOOTS AND SHOES IN ASHBURTON. Inspection Invited * ANDBEW QBE. CANTERBURY COLLEGE, CHRISTOHUROH. Canterbury College and Canterbury Agri- cultural College Act, 1896. AN Ordinary Election of Members to fill the Vacant Seats on the Board of Governors, through the retirement of one third of its Members m accordance with the above A<^, will be held on MONDAY, 6th June, 1898. CLAIM.* FOR ENROLMEM7, Persons possessing the Necessary Qualifi- cations for Enrolment on any one cf the following rolls, and whose names aie not already on the came, can obtain the ' necessary formß by application lo the Returning Officer, Cantetbury College :— 1. PARLIAMENTARY ELCTORAL ROLL (Members of the ! egielative Council \ and of tho House of Representatives, repre- senting; Electoral Districts within the Pro- vincial District of Canterbury). ONE Candidate to be Elected. Retiring Member —Rev. William Morlbv. 2. GRADUATES'- ELECTORAL ROLL (Graduates of the New Zealand University, as for the time being are on the books of the Canterbury College). TWO Candidates to be Elected. Retiring Members — George Gatohby Stbad and Riohaed Westbnra. 3. TEACHERS' ELECTORAL ROLL (Persons holding Certificates of not lower grade than D, as for the time being are resident within the Provincial District) of Canterbury). ONE Candidate to be Elected. Retiring Member— Charles Smith Howard. 4. SCHOOL COMMITTEES' ELEC- TORAL ROLL (Committees of auoh School Districts as are wholly within the Provincial District of Canterbury) ONE Candidate to be elected. Retiring Member — John Lee Scott. Claims for Enrolment to be sent m to the Returning Officer, Canterbury Co'lege, as soon as possible, but not later than MONDAY, 23rd May. Nomination Papers may be obtained from the Returning Officer. The consent of each Candidate to be Subscribed at the foot of the Nomination Paper. Nominations will cloae on MONDAY, 30th May, at noon. ' Th<3 Election will take place on MONDAY, 6th t}une. The Poll will be closed at 6 pun, The Electoral Rolls may be inspected at the Canterbury College. Any oh an go of address of Electors Bhould be notified at once, to the undersigned. Dated this 9th day of May, 1898. A. CRACROFT WILSON, Returning Officer, 5 97 Canterbury College, ANDREW ORR HAS BEEN APPOINTED AGENT FOR THE CELEBRATED HEALTH FLANNELL TT ACTS like a Charm for and Rheumatism. Everyone who has tried it is delighted with it. Ib ia a full yard wide and thoroughly shrunk. A LARGE STOCK OF NEW Eider Down Quilts, JUST OtEN. EXCEL&EIIV VALUE, i ANDREW ORR Don't Cough.— Relief can be obtained immediately. Use "Kkatinq's Cough Lozenges " — well known as the utterly unrivalled Cough Remedy. Strongly recommended by many eminent physiohns. They at once check the cough and remove the cause without any after effect ; the most delicate can therefore take them. One Lozenge alone gives ease— one or two at bed time ensurei rest. Sold everywhere m tins, l3£4eßQh,



T. Bullock. SATURDAY, MAY 14. HINDS BURYEY * DISTRICT. 160 a oT E s 160 MR T. BULLOCK has received intruc- tions from Mr Henry Whiting to Sell by Public Auction at the Arcade, on the above date, HIS FARM of 160 Acres, Bituated about 3 miles from Winslow, on the upper Bide of the line, being Lot 46, part of Reserve 350, divided into 3 paddocks, - with water race m eaoh. There ia a farmhouse of three rooms, with verandah and other improvements , created on the property, i Owners of heavy lands are invited to inspect this, as it should be suitable to work with auoh. Note time— ll.3o. T. BULLOCK, 6 61 Auctioneer. SATURDAY, MAY 14. PROPERTY AT WATERTON, Close to the School. 50 ACRES, 50 MR T. BULLOCK has received instruc- tions from Mb Hush Muir, to Sell by Public Auction at the Arcade, on the above date, HIS PROPERTY at WatertoD, ai follows :— Part of R.S. 17632 and others, containing m all 49 Acres, 2 Roods, 19 Perches. There is a Dwelling House of four rooms ereoted on the property, and other improve- ments. Suitable for a family man, as it is so near a Bchool. Very easy terms of payment can be arranged. Sale at 11.30 a.m. T. BULLOCK, 6 62 Auctioneer. ' ■ TondersM " TENDERS WANTED— TENDERS for Ploughicg about 75 Acrea of Stubble, s£in, x llin<, at once. Apply T. H. WJLLIS, 5 84 . Chertsey. UPPER ASHBUfiTON ROAD BQARD fTIENDERS are called for the following X works :— 1. For Carting 600 yards of Shingle, more or less, where required on tbe Alford Forest Road, from the Town Belt tp the corner of Winter's Road. 2. For Reforming and SbingliDg Winter's Road, Allenton. Particulars of the work can be obtained on application to the Clerk. Tenders to be addressed to tho Chairman, marked Tender, and left at the Road Board Office, Wetb Street, Ashburton, on or before 12 o'clock Noon of SATURDAY, May 14. By Order. JOHN TAVISON, 5 70 Clerk. T E N D E R 8 . ITIENDERS are invited for Re-seating the JL Salvation Army Barracks. Tenders c'.oae on SATURDAY NEXT May 14. Specifications to be seen at Carson and Go's. 5 101 AD jr. DREW. Public Notices. UOIS'X' jyOJBtGUST fTIHE CHRYSANTHEMUM SHOW * JCONCERT. ORANGE HALL, ON THURSDAY, MAY 12,1898. GRAND DISPLAY of decorated Bicycle?, Go-carts, Dinner Tables, Etc. I Doors open at 2 p.m. J. O. CAWSEY, 4 253 Hon. Secretary. ECLIPSE GYCIF WORKS. STOCK TAKING SALE NOW ON. O \K CiCi WORTH . of New and Second- ed? \J\J hand Bicycles, Lamps, Bells, Saddles, Toe Clips, Handle Bars, Tyres, Valvas, Chains, Chain Wheels, Trouser clips, Westwood Rims, Hubs, Spokes, Nipples, etc., etc. | AT VERY LOW PRICES FOR CASH. Remember — «S"SALE QN^Y L.ASTS 4 WEEKS. ECLIPSE CYCLE WORKS, BARING SQUARE, ASHBURTON. 5 93 OUR ANNUAL STOCKTAKING SALE COMMENCES ON SATURDAY NEXT. Pinnn WORTH of Groceries, Jron- oblUUtf mongery, Brush ware, Cut- lery, Lamps, Glass, China and Earthenware, to b,e cleared at very low prices For CASH. \ A« the bulk of the abo.ve lines have been mported direct, we are m a position to offer the best value m the district. We have just landed ex " Rimutaka " a large quantity of General Merchandise, in- oluding— 1 TON NEW WASHING EXTRACT, (three timeß »b strong as Washing Soda or Ex- traot of Soap), which will be included m the Sale. Special inducements to large buyers. CARSON & CO-, GROCERS AND IRONMONGERS, Importers of Glass, China and Earthenware, Tanored Street, and Arcade, Aahburton. Buyers of every description of Dairy Pro* ftp? • 6 $9



1 D. T HOMAS. j FIRST CLASS FAKM^ j AND LARGE I CONTRACTING PLANT, TO BK SOLD BY PUBLIC AUCTION ON THURSDAY, MAY 19, 1898. MR D. THOMAS has received instruc- tions from Mb P. Hyland, to sell by Public Auction as above HIS WELL KNOWN FIRSi'-CLASS FARM, containing 1 04 AOREB » X R00I) » 5 PERCHES, Being part of Reserve 350, situated on the Maronau Road, close to Tinwald ; to- gether with Four-roomed Cottage (nearly new), Dairy and Storeroom, Ghaffaouse, Loosebox, and Sheds, i Also, Orchard and Garden, well sheltered. ALSO— HIS LARGE CONTRACTING PLANT, Consisting of U DRAUGHT HORSES, from four years-old upwards, AH grand workers. Q HACKS, Small lot of very fat Sheep and Lambs, 2 Draya and Frames, Spring Dray, Plough, Leading and Shaft Harness, 3 Double-furrow Ploughs and Gear (really first class), Harrows, Swingletreeß, Portable Whare, and sundries too numerous to particularise. FARMS of this eiaa and quality, close to a town, are hard to get hold of, and the Auctioneer knowing the place well would strongly advise anyone on the look out for a snug little home to inspeot, and attend the sale. Luncheon Provided. 1 Sale at 12 30 sharp. DAVID THOMAS, 6 96 Auctioneer. TO SPECULATORS OR THOSE REQUIR. ING A COMFORTABLE HOME. BULLOCK'S ARCADE. SATURDAY, MAY 14, 1898. MR DAVID THOMAS has reoeived m. Btructions from Mr Bees Jones to Sell by Public Auotinn as above — His Compact Residential Suburban Property, containing 19 Acres, 2 Roods, 30 Perohes, together with a nine roomed House, large Stable, Granary and Trap House, conorete Pig Sties, etc., being R.S. 13757 and situated between Wakanui and Jones' Roads, just across the eastern (Town Belt. This property from its position must daily increase m value. The qua'ity of the land oannot be beaten, and should be eagerly sought after either for speculative or residential purposes Inspection confidently invited. Sale at 2 p.m. sharp. D. THOMAS, 4 271 Asl b uton. FOR PRIVATE SALE. I HAVE for Sale a First-claßs farm, containing 250 aores, well ferced, watered, and thoroughly improved. D. THOMAS, 5 60 Ashburton, Friedlander Bros., Limited. SPECIAL ENTRY. HORSE" FAIR. MAY 12, 1898. WE shall offer as above on account of Mr J. O'Brien, Oamarn— 1O Firßt-olasa DRAUGHT HORSES 1O FRIEDLANDER BROS., LIMITED, R. FRIEDLANDER, 5 64 Auctioneer. WEST STREET MART. WE Shall hold our NEXT SPECIAL HORSE FAIR ON THURSDAY, MAY 12, 1898, And are now Booking Entries for same. FRIEDLANDER BROS., Limited., R.SFRIBDLANDER, 4 193 Auctioneer. TOR PBITA'fI~gALE, A GRAND FARM OF 335 AOBES Of Really First-class Lend, With Large House, Five-stalled Stable and Loose Box, Cow Yards and Shed, Dairy and Piggery. I Full particulars to Intending purchasers ' pn'ap.plio.a'tion %o MESSRS FRIEDLANDER BROS., Ltd., Stock and Land Agents. 170 Acres OF LAND, NEAR CHERTSEY, mo BE LET FOR OROPPINQ. Apply FRIEDLANDER BROS., Ltd. WE HAYB FOR SALE- MACHINE DRESSED Pearl Wheat, FOR SEED. Grown by E. HERRING, Esq., of ALFOKD STATION, True to name, an excellent yielding Wheat, and a Grand Change. Friedlander Bros, 5 LIMITED; U.O2ZIJE2 TEA Is pure i



How to Prevent Croup. { 80MI READING THAT WILL PROVE INTEREST- 5 ING TO YOUNG MOTHERS. HOW TO GUARD AGAINST TUB DISEASE, Croup is a terror to young mothers and to post them concerning the cause, first symp- toms and treatment is the object of this item. The origin of croup is a common cold, Children who are subject to it take cold very easily and croup is almost sure to follow. The first symptom is hoarseness; this is soon followed by a peculiar rough cough, which is easily recognised and will never be forgotton by one who has heard it. The time to act is when the child first be- comes hoarse, Jf Chamberlain's Cough Remedy is freely given all tendency to oroup will soon disappear. Even after the oroupy cough has developed it will prevent the attaok. There is no danger m giving this remedy for it contains nothing injurious. For sale by Ashburton Drug Company. v Wanted, ~1~ OST, between Union Bank and Mrs I 4 Shearman's Residence — a Library Book, finder rewarded on leaving at Mail. Office, 0 102 T" GST, an Umbrella between Mail Office I A and Mr George Lamb'a. Finder kindly leave ab Mail Office. 5 95 FOR SALE-*Section 336, Moore Street, with Stable and Cart Shed and well stooked with fruit trees, the property of Mr G. Worner. Apply to G. Jbsson, ABhburtQn. 5 88 XTT" ANTED every buyer of Flanellette to V V ccc ours, before purchasing else- where. Best makes m Blankets and Sheet- ing and Pillow Cottons m all widths and sizes. Four Cases Jackets, Mantles and Fur Goods per Rangitira just opened.— Mitchell and Turner.^ _ 4 WAREHOUSEMAN'S Complete set of Samples m M^en'-a Hats, Caps, ,b and Ties, the newest styles at very low prices. Every description of clothing m stock and to order.— Mitchell and Turner. XVTANTED Known. — That every de- YY partment ab Mitchell & Turner's v is now fully stocked with new and aelect goods which are invariably bought for cash m the beßt European Markets, four cases ex Rangitira now showing} "VTOUNG Ladies' Journal for May, WeW JL doofa Bazaar, 1 ' Ladies' Journal and Home Milliner for April, Mother's Help, Family Reader (quarterly part). "Gentle- man's Bicycle, English make, oheap for cash, m good order. — H. M. Jones. FOR SALE— Upstanding Brown Mare saddle or harness ; trial. Apply Office of this paper. rpO LEX m, nice situation, Creek Road, X near Domain, House three rooms and i-acre orchard and garden. Low rent and other concessions to good tenant. Mail Office Tor address? 5-tS HOT PIES, Hot Pies, Tea, Cofjfee, and Cocoa, Flower's Refreshment Rooms, next Percy, Tobacconist, East Street. t ... Entertainments. A D D F E L I. O W S' HALL. to-nTght. WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY, MAY 11 & 12. FULLER'S MYRIOUAMA. Jusb concluded a fortnight's eacceasful aeason m Chrißtohuroh. WEDNESDAY NIGHT— London Day !>y Day, The City of startling contrasts Bhown under all its aspects with beautiful and wonderful effects, brought from London by Mr Fuller last December. THURSDAY— ; Through Ireland m a Jaunting Gar. Music, Song, Story, and Travel piotorially illustrated. Admission 2s and Is, children half price. Obtain tickets beforehand at H: M. Jones', Bookseller & Stationer. 5 73 On cricket field, m many a test, Australian boys have got the best Of England's crack, selected men. And this, they'll often do again, If but their Bystema they inure . By ming Woods' Great Peppermint Cure Smoke Aw Vtnut