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Ashburton Guardian. Magna est Veritas et Prævalebit. MONDAY, OCTOBER, 24, 1898. Local and General.

Railway Arrangements. — The usual notification re excursion tares and train arrangements for the Aahburton Show on the 28th inst. appears m our advertising column?. A new serial is commenced m this issue, entitled " A solitary," and will be found on the first page. Reading matter will also bs found on the fourth page. Prohibition Order. — Messrs Aloorn »nd Bullock at the Magistrates' Court this morn ing, granted a prohibition order against Robert Bennett, to have effect m town and county, and be current for a year. The Educational Institute. — The meet of the Educational Institute referred to m our last issue was not a general but a Committea meeting. Unfortunately the remarks made m regard to attendance apply only too well to the meetings generally. Escape of Prisoners — Not they and GifTord, two of the hard labor gang at Dunedin Heads, escaped this morning. The former was doing three years for robbery at ' Nenthorn, and Gifford fire years for the robbery of a large Bum of money from Silk's hotel. The prisoners were recaptured after being an hour at large. — Press Association telegram. The School Concert.— An item of the programme was omitted unintentionally from our report of the school concert. It was number two m the second part — the gleeß " Echo song" and "The Forester," suug by the children. The number was admirably sung m every way, and was con ducted, unaccompanied, by Mr Hardie. Incidentally, too, ib may be mentioned i hat accompanimenta during the evening were played by Mrs Claridge and Mrs Hardie. An Unexpected Windfall. — The Wu pawa correspondent of ihe Ilawke's Bay Herald writes that Mr Moore, a local chemist, has como m for a windfall very unexpectedly. It appears that he sent £1 to "Tattersall's" for a ticket, and received a letter back enquiring if he took a ticket a year ago, and if he still had it by him. If *o, there waa a sum lying to his credit on proving his identity. He succeeded m doing so satisfactorily, acd on Friday last received a cheque for £900. The Midland Railway.— Sir Robert Stout asked the Appeal Court at Wellington this morning to fix a date for the (Court sitting as a Supreme Court to hear argument m te the Midland Railway seizure by Government. Their Honors said they had considerable doubt as to whether time would idmit of the case being taken at the present sittings as the lisb was already a lengthy one, . and to add to it would interfere with ihe regular Supreme Court circuits.— Press Association telegram. " Let Me Kiss Him for His Mother."— A remarkable scene occurred on September 6, suyß a New York message, when fifteen dying Roughridera, who were wounded at Santiago, arrived by special hospital train from Montauk. The train stopped at the (own of Qaoquc, a fashionab'eßeaside resort, to get fresh water. The daughter of the Mayor, accompanied by several other girls, boarded the train. The Mayor's daughter kissnd each of the men, and gave a bouquet vi flowers aa well. The courtesy had a marked effect oa the men, and the physician state thao they were perceptibly brighter afterwards. Hundred Mile Relay Record. — Another attempt was made by the members of the Christchurch Cycling Club on Satur day to lower the 100 mile relay race record put up by the Otago Cycling Club. A course was chosen from Woodend to Leith- j field, and a very early start was made. The same team competed, that started on Thurs day last, and the record was successfully lowered by smin 13sec. The Otago C.C time was 4hrs 34min 43sec, and the time on Saturday was 4hrs 29min 30sec. The course is supposed to be slightly over ten miles, and the men bad to rirle through a stream on the road. The timeß of the first pairs were not quite so good as the later ones, owing to it being a very early hour and a frosty morning. It was bitterly cold. Trout for the Kaiser. — Ib having been broughb to the Sultan's knowledge that the German Emperor is passionately fond of trout fishing, the Sultan at once gave orders fchab the lake at Yaldiz was to be stocked with 1000 trout from a stream near Yalova, m Asia Minor. The first consignment of 100 arrived the other d»y, says Constanti nople correspondent) of the London Daily 'Iclegraph) but, whether, owing to the long carriage on horse back, the hot weather, or the steamer journey, only one of the unfortunate' fish was found alive on arrival at Yaldiz. Men-carriers have been aubati tuted for the horses, and large quantities of ice will be provided for the next consign ment}. A BOBKHAM BOY.— Frederiok Nelson, a boy of sixteen, who has been working with Mr James Smith, butcher, for about five weeks, was before Mesars Aloorn and Bullock this morning, charged with stealing fi ve sheep skins, the property of hia employer. Ib appeared tint the boy had stolen the skins m two lots, and sold them — the first lot for lie, and the second for 13s. Mr Smith said that had he found oat the first thefts at the time ib was committed, he would have sont the boy back to the insti tution at once. When he discovered that two thefts had been committed m co short a time, ho decided to bring the matter before the Court. The Bench convicted the lad, ordered him to be sent back to Burnham, with the understanding that at any time he may be called upon to undergo a term of \ I imprisonment for three months. I

CORRESPONDENCE.

(Y/e do uot hold ourselves responsible for the I oi'iuious expressed by our correspondents) I

LEGAL ERRORS.

TO THE KDITOR. f m,- A long i; a t- might easily be made of the more palpable erront m the Statute Book, besides that; mentioned by Mr Cuthbertson m your issue of Saturday. For instance, I section 367 of tho Manicip.il Act, 1886, says t.h'.t "all moneys leceived on account of ag.B riito shall be d;etned to be a sepaiate r^te, and may be recoviiied tccorthngly. If ie haa been received they euroly don't want lo recover it again. You can't eat your cake and yet have it. Again, the Ir.upec ion of Machinery Extension Act, 1853, after im posing a penally for usiugdefective machinery after notice from the Inspector^ aiya, m section 4, that " the recovery of such penalty shall not be a bar to any proceedings by or at the suit of any person killed or injured by such defective machinery.' Hamlet's Ghost bringing an action !— I am, etC, W. JOLLIFFE.

GRIDIRONING.

TO THE EDITOR. Sir,— ln a recent issue of the Neiv Zealand Times appeared a letter written by " Weßt Coaster," m which the said West Coaster speaks very unfairly and untruthfully iv reference to what he is pleased to call the spoliation that went on from year to year for many years, m allowing Sir John Hall to acquire his Hororata estate of 83,000 odd acres from the Crown. He says it is an I astounding revelation, and whether the i Crown or Sir John is mosb to blame, he leaves others to judge who are more con versant with the shameful business than he is himself. It is well that he has given those who know something about it an opportun ity to pub him right, as it is quite evident that he knows absolutely nothing about the matter himeelf ; and I cannot help thinking that it would have been much better for both himself and the cause he has taken up, if he had consulted someone who knew at least something about it before aommitting himself to such a lob of mis-statements. First, he commences by abating that the area is 83,000 odd acres. He is only about 50,000 acres out m his statement; bub that is only a small error to a man who handles his pen so recklesaly as " West Coaster." The freehold is about 30,000 acres, and the leasehold is a little over 3,000 acres. He then states that the land and situation are good. Anyone who knows the district knows what that statement is worth. He also states that he himself has heard Sir John Hall state that it was his desire to sell his land at what it cost him. He Bays that "when Sir John was called upon at pablic meetings to explain his gridironing oper ations, he invariably replied that the land had coat him £2 per acre, and he only ' wished he could get the land sold at that price. He wf»s ready, willing, and anxious to sell the land at what it cost him." Now, what Sir John Hall really did state, time after time, both at public meetings and m the House of Representatives (when accused ; by men who were as ignorant as •• West Coaster " of either tho quality or the situ ation of the land, of acquiring so much land) was to tha following effect — that ho had purchased hia land at the price paid for all Crown land m the Canterbury province, £2 per ncre, and that he had bought a large area ab £2 per acre, which be would be very willing to sell for much less than it bad cost him. Sir John was too wise and prudent to make such statements to the public as attributed to him by " West Coaster." It was not by bluff thab Sir John held the undying confidence of the public for forty years, because ib is well known that m hia long public life of forty years he was never defeated, bub always headed tha poll, so steadfast was public opinion m the conviction of his sterling aliiities, Now, I will state that there are largo areas af Sir John Hall's property not worth anything like £2 per acre ; and I cm take " We3t Coaster " to a block of some 6000 acrea, jviat divided by a straight wire fence from Sir John Hull's osl ate, that he can buy for a lot under £1 per acre. This land was advertised by the Midland Railway Company, and offered at auction by the late Mr J. T. Watson m the Chamber of Commerce seven years ago, at the upjet prioe of 183 per aero, and the auctioneer could not get a single bid for ib, although the company were prepared to give terms. I think " West Coaster " can become the owner of this splendid block of land just alongside Sir John Hall's boundary fence for iay 103 or 123 per acre, and as he knows and likes the situation so well, I for one would be very happy to see him comfortably settled upon it. When ' 'West Coaster " states that this " Barkis monopolist " (meaning Sir John Hall) is wiilin', willin' to sell his estate at £2 per acre, he quotes ''Barkis" m his ueual way, for when Barkis charged ! David Copperfield with tho message to Pegajoty, thab he was " willin',*' he left Peggotty to put her own construction upon his meaning. It is evident that she con strued his meaning to suit herself, because we are told that they gob married. Now, " West Coaster " heard Sir John Hall state that he had bought laud for £2 per acre which he would gladly sell for much less money, and he proceeds to put his own construction upon Sir John Hall's remarks, and tries to make the public believe that Sir John vtxs anxious to sell his whole estate at £2 per acre. But this is " West Coaster's " little way of putting ib, and he follows thiß up by stating that if Mr McKeczie is m downright; earnest he will acquire this estate. Now ib would be well if '♦ West Coaster" would advise Mr McKenzie to come and have a look at his last two purchases m this district before he closes the bargain for the Hororata Estate. I»may state thab both Highbank and Marawiti are the same flat of country, only they are divided by the Rakaia river; and all three propeities get their wind supply out of tho Bame blowhole — the 1 Rakaia Gorge, I will nob try to describe this wind power, bub may talk it over with " West Coaster " when he is settled m the I district. It is a cruel thing for any man to advocate close settlement m such a windswept district, and I think that Mr J, McKenzie has conferred a cruel kindness upon these poor unfortunates whom he has been the means of placing upon these properties. Misery, distress, and desolation will be their fate unless the Government lets them have their land for little more than the rates and taxes. It is now over twenty years since the owners commenced to cultivate both Highbank and the Hororata Estates, and during that time they have repeatedly had hundreds upon hundreds of acre 3of their land swept away, with the crops that were growing upon them ; and any crops that survived the spring blow were often com pletely threshed oub by the wind before they were ripe. This occurred when the land was nob often cropped ; and I ask any man who has had experience of such land what the stabs of affairs must be when the Imd is closely settled and much cultivated. It will lose any fibre thab helped to hold ib together, and carry away with the wind. I know that the Hororata Estate has been a heavy loser by the wind for many years, and I am only too paiufullyaware of the state of both Highbank and Marawiti. I c*n well remember a man who, aboub twenty.two years ago, bought pieoea of land all over the country. Ib was generally of a poor quality, and he let ib to different, tenants with a right of purchase. Seasons came bad, and the tenants got into difficulties, and this man was very severe upon them, and m some cases sold their belongings for the rent* One of the tenants was a friend of mine, and I happened to be m his house one evening when his wife was putting her children to bed, and she made them kneel down by the hearth and say their prayers. At the end , of their prayers she told thorn to say " God I bless daddy and mammy ; God bless all kind friends, and God d— little Ba ." This was bhe landlord. I am very much afraid thab bhere will be some praying done upon these lines about Highbank and some other places before long, unless the Government comes to the rescue with a liberal hand, I contend, and will maintain, that the land ia nob, and never will be, fib for olose settle ment!, and time will prove my assertion. As regards the Canterbury land laws, there are many thousands of people ab present living on the Canterbury plains who know little or nothing of the land laws m existence when Sir John 'Hall bought his property. It is now some twenty years sinoe Sir George Grey's Government reserved pretty nsarly ia,u the untaught) land qq tho Canterbury

pUins for the purpose of defraying the coat of making a railway along the bottom of the hills from Oxford to Temukr.. Of course, it was never carried out, bub from that; date the Canterbury land law 3 were practically extinct. Tho land laws under which neatly all the lands cf the Canterbury pl:vin3 were bought from the Grown weie simply " free selection, with a fixed price of £2 per acre." Tho lunholuer held the right to depasture stock on the land at a snWi rental for a term, subject to the whole or any p.«rb thereof being purchased by any man, and it was not necessary for the pur chaser to give the runhclder any notic; whatever, it was simply free selection, aud no matter where you picked your section, whether on the top of Mouut Hutt or m tho moat fertile district, the price was £2 per acr<\ You could not buy leas than 20 acres, but there was practically no limit to the acreage you could buy. The only protection the runholder had was aa follows :— He held a pre-emptive right over a given quantity of land to cover his homestead ; he also held a pre-emptive righb over Bay ten or twelve chains to cover any wire or other fences he might erect to divide hia run. That only meant that you could not purchase these particular piecea of land until the runholdei had got the option of either purchasing ths same or removing his improvements, anc even " Weßt Ooaßter" will admit) that the runholder, " the pioneer of the country,' had a righb to some protection against bein£ robbed of his property. Bub outside this hi: whole run was at any man's mercy, and anj man could purchase the whole or any part of a run without giving the runholder any notice whatever. What led to the practice now known as " gridironing " was this — A man could purchase aa little as 20 acres anywhere. He must front a road, bub he could take it m any particular spot he chose. Thia led to whab was known as gridirnning. It was done as followß ; — Supposing a runholder wished to secure 1003 acres of good ,land, and only wished to purchase 500 acres. He would proceed by taking a road frontage, and by buying say 20 acres he would then skip say 19 acres and buy 20 acres again, and so on as far as he liked to go. In this way he oould secure any given acreage of land by purchasing little more than half of it. Land treated m this way looked upon the map exactly like the impression of a grid iron, Of coarse as th 6 land laws stood, no man could buy the 19 acre pieces. These were pub up from time to time and Bold by public auction. Now, sir, m examining the map of Sir John Hall's estate I cannot find one instance of "gridironing" m the whole of his purchases, extending over a period of over sixteen years, he no doubt always bought what he believed to be the beet when he was purchasing, knowing as he did that there was nothing whatever to prevent any man from buying every acre of Crown land m his run any day ; bub mno instance has he had recourse to what is known aa "gridironing.' < Sir John Hall bought bis run from time to time during a period extending over some sixteen years, m the open market, and during all that time it was open to any man to purchase, and there was no law m existence to prevent him. The reason why Sir John Hall's run. waa not bought by settlers is simple enough to those who know the country. Ib lies very bad for the wind, and the greater patb of ib was actually : covered with stones. A large part of it is good sheep country, has been highly improved regardless of expense ; has been stocked for many years with about the best class of sheep m New Zealand ; there have been heavy losses sustained by growing wheat from time to time, and Sir John always met the unfortunate growers m a liberal spirit. The Government will know whab thab means before long, as they are likely to be called upon by their unfortunate tenants m thab locality shortly. I think wheat growing is pretty nearly a thing of the past on the Hororata Estate. Both Highbank and the Hororata are good country for growing sheep and sheep feed, bub for close settlement it must prove a complete failure, owing to the high and withering N.W. winds that sweep the country all the year round. Instead of the map of the Hororata Estate being an astounding revela tion as " West Coaater " puts it, it is a complete refutation of the enemy's state ments thab Sir John Hall had gridironed his , run. I defy any man to show one single instance of " gtirlironing " m his whole sixteen years' purchasing. Sir John Hall's i conduct m this matter has been m keeping with his long, honorable, and useful life. He used a splendid talent, a e'ear and far seeing intellect, and a wonderful administra tive ability, for the benefit ot his adopted country ; and he has gained the life long respect and undying gratitude of every right thinking man m New Zealand ; and I hope he will live for many years to come to enjoy the honor conferred upon him by the couutry he has served co well, and enjoy the rest he has so fully earned. It were well indeed for New Zealand if we possessed more ' men like Sir Johu Hall. If the Government ' would buy good land m a good locality, they would be more likely to have a thriving and prosperous oorrmunity ; bub to place men on laijd, the climatic conditions of which make it impossible for them to prosper, will crush both energy and industry out of even the best. In conclusion, I may state that I have resided m the district for over thirty-three years, and should know both the land and the climate, — I am, etc-, Thomas Morland, Avenel, South Rakaia, October 22, 1898.

THE NEW SOUTH WALES RIFLE MEETING.

The Federal Match. A Disorderly Volunteer Meet ing. United Press Association— By Electric Telegraph— Copyright Sydney, October 22 A lively meeting of the New South Wales Rifle Council has been he'd with regard to the Federal match. One seotion who favored rejoining a selected team to com pete on Monday, posted it) on the official board, bat the others tore it down. Sub sequently a violent altercation took place between several members. It is believed a team of some kind will fire as a protest. The Association shooting concluded yester day. Sergeant Keevers, of the First Regi ment, won the Final Match with a score of 48. Spinley, who was sixth, wins £3.

POLLARD'S OPERA COMPANY.

11 111 Town." This celebrated musical comedy will be staged here for the first time on Friday nigh I next, and aa for years past we have heard nothing but good accounts of its power as a laughter provider) it is certain to be greeted by a full house. It was purchased from the Gaiety Theatre, London, by Williamson and Musgrove, and has caused quite a furore m the other colonies. The New Zaaland eights have been secured by Mr Pollard, and m order to, make the production equal to the Australian cities, all the original scenery, wardrobe and effects have been transported io their entirety from the Princess Theatre, Melbourne. The company passed through this morning to Timaru ; they will arrive here by the first train on Friday, and will journey to Christchurcb on Saturday, where a three weeks' season will be inaugurated on Monday next, The season here cannot possibly be extended.

THE TROUBLE WITH FRANCE.

Major March a mi's Report. Threatened Intervention of Russia Speech by Lord Rosebcry. Expected Mobilisation of the English Fleet United Press Association — By Electric Telegraph— Copy right}. St. Petersburg, October 22 The Novoe Vreinya states that Sir M. Hicks Beach has failed to remerubar that Russia has firmly resolved to support France m her claims m view of the solidarity of their interest. Paris, October 20 Major Marchand's report makes no reference to General Kitchener, and it is apparently a copy of his journal for warded via Abyssinia and Congo, describing the route and the points occupied, the treaties entered into with the native tribes, and the encounters with the Dervishes up to the beginning of September. The diary states that on August 20th supplies were abun dant. It is semi-officially explained that Major Marchand immediately des patched the available reports, expect ing Oaptain Baratier to await for supplementary ones at Kartoum. Captain Baratier sailed for Paris m the same steamer on which General ; Kitchener is travelling. The English Press considers tbe whole affair as a trick to gain time. London, October 23 The warships at Portsmouth are coaling and completing their crews. The naval officers on leave have been warned to be m readiness to rejoin their ships. Lord Eosebery, m accepting the freedom of Perth, said a peace-st-any price policy invited encroachment, and resulted m war. He advised the French to read the British Blue Book while awaiting the issue of the B'rench Yellow Book dealing with Fashoda. He addec? that it was untrue that France protested at the time of Sic Edward Grey's warning m 1895 that the French advance upon Fashoda would be regarded as an unfriendly act. A limes cable message states that Mf>jor Marchand's despatch, just pub lished, causes the worst impression. It is recognised m England tbat the crisis is undoubtedly of the gravest character. The immediate mobilisa tion of the navy is an imminent possi bility, "as a response to the French war preparations. Assurances are given that the Im perial Government are quite ready, and fully realises the seriousness of the situation. Public excitement m both countries is intense,

The Situation not Critical.

Russian Opinion on French Sights. Received W&kapuaka October 24, 8-55 a-m, Guardian Office 9-21 a-m London, October 23 Reuter's Cairo correspondent says the Anglo French situation does not justify anxiety at present. St. Pe,tersbur«, October 23 The Kusaian press urge that France is entitled to an outlet on the Kile. Vienna, October 23 General Muravieflj after visiting Pari?, came here. He had a long conferpnce Oount Goluchowski, Minister for Foreign Afttirs.

CABLE NEWS.

United Press Association— By Electric Telegraph — Copyright London, October 21 The Channel fleet has arrived at Villagareia, m Northern Spain. October 22 Lord Glasgow is now hurrying to Malta, where hia son, Lieutenant Edward Boyle, of the Third Battalion of Royal Scots Fusiliers is- ill, and m a critical condition, having been invalided from Orete. The Hon. Lieutenant Edward Boyle is Lord Glasgow's second sob, and is twenty-three years of age. ' October 23 Mr John Morley writes the life of Mr Gladstone. Romb, October 22 The trial of Signor Macola, member of the Italian Chamber of of Deputies, for ; killing Signor Oavalotti, another member of the Chamber of Deputies resulted m a sentence of thirteen months' imprisonment. Cairo, October 22 Dervishes killed eight soldiers who were conveying treasure from Gedareff- London, October 22 Sir William Oonway, the well known Alpine climber, climbed Mount Sorata, m the Andes, and reached an altitude of 24,000 ft. His further progress was barred by an impassable crevasse. The Imperial Parliament has been prorogued till December 8. Brisbane, October 23 A fire destroyed the Charleville School of Arts, and the secretary, Mr Wilson, was burned to death. A political meeting was to have been held the following day, and incendiarism from political motives is suspected.

T E ASHBUKIUJN ttDABDIAti ; MONiMY, OCTOBER 24, 1898



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OrERHEAKD m A 'Bus — «' Sir, you are a clumsy fellow — you trod on my foot." I am extremely Horry— l hope I did not hurt you very much." Tho sorb answer turned away the other's wrath, and even produced an apology. "Oh, no, not very much — you must excuse me, I am a little irritable — fact is, out of sorts, liver, biliousness, aud that sort of thing, you know — thoroughly wretohed." "My dear air, of course I excuse you, but why don't you take some- thing?" "Tried everything —no good." " Nonsense, you haven't tried Holloway's Pills, I know— they never iail In cases like yours " " Gad ! I never thought of 'em. By jove, I'll try 'em at onoe. Hi J oonduotor, afeop the'bua.''— A4vb To the Deaf and those troubled with noises m the Head or other Aural Troubles. Dr Nicholson, of uondon, the world famed aural Bpeoialiab and Inventor of artificial ear drums, has jusb Usued the 100 th edition of his illustrated and descriptive book on Deaf- ness and Aural Troubles. This book may be had from Mr F. Shaw, 160, Adelaide ttoad, Wellington, N. 2., on receipt of stamps. Mr Campbell, of the same address, was greatly relieved of his deafness by Dr Nioholson's system, and takes pleasure m spreading the news of the great specialist m New Zealand. A little book on the cure of Rheumatism, Corpulence, Lumbago and Indigestion by the same author, may be had from M Rh»w on reoelpt of Htampß. Oraighead & Beuryman are now selling the new model Maßsey-Harr)a bioyoles at the lowest prices for cash or on easy terms for the convenience of purohasere • wood rims (guaranteed for five years) and all the latest improvements m both gentlemen's and ladies'



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NICOLL BROTHERS. JNicoll Brothers, [EF. F. Nicoll ] [L. A. Nicoll AUCTIONEERS, ACCOUNTANTvS. SHAREBROKEHS, VALUATORS, LAND ESTATE, AND GENERAL AOEMTS. CENTRAL AUCTION BOL»MS EAST STREET, A:.-HIIUP.TI>N. WEEKLY B\LES OP CATTLB, PIGS& POULTRY Every Saturday, ab 12 o'clock noon, In Yards adjoining the Arcade. Entrance by riftht-of-way, rear of Uuion Bank. Also of MERCHANDISE, FURNITURE, and PRODUCE, m our Rooms EVERY SATURDAY, commencing immediately on conclusion of our live stock sale. CLEARING SALES conducted m any part of the District at lowest current rates. ADVANCES made on goods placed m our bandß for absolute sale. GRAIN BOUGHT AND SOLD ON COM- MISSION. We shall be pleased to receive samples from farmers who have parcels for disposal. NEW SEASON'S SEEDS We have been appointed Agents for Messrs Sawtell, Waohsmann & Co., Christchurch, and have now on hand a supply of Colonial Grown Ryegrass, Cocksfoot, Cow- grass, White Clover, Alsyke. Also, Turnipß Mangels, Cat rots, Rape, eto,, grown by Charles Sharpe and Co., Limited, Standard Seed Growers, Lincoln, England. WE ARE ALSO AGENTS FOR— The Christchurch Meat Company Limited. Milburn Lime and Cement Company Limited. Little's Sheep Dip. Sharplin and Co., Staveley Saw Mills. Ridley'B Reliable Teas. Traveller Bicyclea. FIRE, LIFE, & MARINE INSURANCE RISKS EFFECTED. STATION BOOKS KEPT AND AUDITED We have various sums of Trust Monies, ranging from £300 to £5000, to lend on Freehold Securities, at 4£ and 5 per cenb.J Farms, House Properties, and Building Seotiona for Sale. Particulars on application. We invite those wishing to dispose of their properties to communicate with U9. mHE OHRISTCHURCH MEAT CO. J_ Limited.- ISLINGTON MANURES Especially prepared for Wheat, Turnips, Rape, and any other crop, and to Buib any description of soil. GREATLY INCREASED PRODUCTION WHEREVER USED. SATISFACTION GIVEN EVERYWHERE NICOLL Bros, store five varieties of this celebrated fertiliser. Price on application. Allowance made for quantities, Letters will receive prompt attention. NICOLL BROS., DISTRICT AGENTS FREEZERS, FREEZERS, TpIARMERS wishing to consign Sheop on their own account can book space ab any time to suit their own convenience, by com- municating with U3. NICOLL BROS., DISTRICT AGENTS, CHRISTCHURCH MEAT COMPANY. Limited. 8 39" gi^jiiMmijjjmii ■■mi; ■|'JLiIL!L».!L- " L,__._LJ3 F. FERRIMAN. FOR SALE, A VILLAGE SETTLEMENT LEASE, Situate l£ milo from Ashburton* riIHR Property consists of twenty acres of JL land, well watered and fenced, to- gether with a well built three-roomed House, Chaffhouse. Shed, Pigsty, and Fowlhouse. 'J his should prove a splendid chance for a working man, as a small figure will be ac- cepted for the goodwill. Full particulars on application F. FERRIMAN. FUR SALE. CORNER EAS!B£AND COX STREETS. I HAVE for sale T.S. 552, 553 and 570, situated as above, which should be a capital site for a nice residence, having a good frontage on the main thoroughfare and close to the Domain, which is superior m some reßpecta to having a park of your own, for if your own property, the cost of keepiDg up would fall upon you individually, where- as the cost is distributed amongst the rate- payers, who are more than repaid by the advantages available for all. Early inspec- tion invited. Farther particulars on'application. F. FERRIMAN. FOR SALE. rfIHRESHING PLANT m good order, JL engine by Aveling and Porter, F. FERRIMAN. TOP DRES&ING. lIOR your Lawn, the besb mixture cb 1 tamable is fine Green Bone Dust. Put up m one and two lb. bags, F. FERRIMAN", FOR SALE! A CAPITAL HOUSE m Wills Street. Good value and a comfortable home, m close proximity to Domain and Public School. ! F"''l particulars on application, F. FERRIMAN. FOR SALE— Black Gelding, good m saddle or light harness ; excellent buggy horse, — Apply office of this paper,



JOHN ORR & Co. Ironmongers and General Merchants. WITNESS Taylor's Celebrated Cutlery. BEAUTIFUL SHOW NOW IN OUR WINDOWS. PRICES LOWER THAN EVER. "New Easy," "F. & N ,"" Columbia.' LAWN MOWERS AT STARTLING PRICES. * (x) SPADES, BAKES, HOES, FORKS, and all Garden Tools by Beat Makers, The Largest Assortment and Lowest Prioeß of any firm m Aehburton. 6 000 YARDS FOWL NETTING to be Sold OHBA.P. FISHING UUf TACKLE. WE HAVE Just Opened our|New Season's Sappy >! FISHING TACKLE, a id request an early inspection* LICENSES MAY BE OBTAINED FROM T J3]. WE CLAIM FOR THE WAVERLEY BICYCLE PULL EQUAUTY WITH ANY BICYCLE BUILT, AT ANY PRICE, AND BY ANY MAKER. Our Third Shipment this Seieon is Jusb Landing, and we will be able to supply Customers withoub delay. BICYCLES. BICYCLES. £20 — Ladies' & Gentlemen's — £20 The Celebrated "CRESCENT" Bicycles. INCLUDING MUDGUABDS, LAMP, & BELL. ri IHESE MACHINES are one of the Highest Grade American Cycles, fitted with X all the latest Improvements, and are undoubtedly the best ralue ever offered to the Public. SHEEP SHEARS. SHEEP SHEARS. WE have now to hand our Season's Stock of f*. ti.A. «Sc Trades Unionists, And Turkey and Washita Oil Stones. GREAT REDUCTIONS IN GROCERIES. Flour, Kerosene, Tea, Soap, Supar, IN FACT ALL GROCERIES QUOTED LOWER THAN OHRISTCHUROH PRICES. Splendid Value given m Plated Ware, Cutlery, Spoons and Porki. CROCKER? WARE AND GLASSWARE A SPECIALTY CHEAPEST HOUSB IN ASHBURTON FOR GROCERIES, CROCKERY, BRUSHWARE, TINWARE, AND HARDWARE. SHEARMAN BROS., GROCERS AND IRONMONGERS WINE AND SPIRIT MERCHANTS, MARKET HOUSE, BURNETT STREET, ASHBURTON. (Telephone No 53