Tinwald Hockey Club

The third annual meeting of the Tinwald Hookey Club took place m the Templar Hall on Wednesday evening. There was a very large attendance, and the chair was taken by Dr Leahy aa vice-president of the Club. The secretary's report and balance sheet showed -the finanoes of the Club to be m a most satisfactory Btate. The receipts were £19 8s 5d ; expenditure, £14 16 i 8d ; leaving a credit balance of B 4 lis 91 to be carried forward. During the past season four foreign matches had been played, of which three had been won and one drawn, and the Club dosed its season with an unbeaten record. In the month of May last a social and dance was held under the auspices of the Club, which proved a great success m •very way. The membership showed a largo increase. On the motion of Dr Leahy the report and balance sheet were adopted. The election of office bearers resulted as follows : — Patron, Mr G. A. M. Buckley ; Preaident, Dr Leahy ; Vice-Presidents, Messrs W . Houston Benr., T. Scaly, D. Thomas, C Doherty, E. Gates, F. Mainwaring, D McLean, J. Cow, C Reid, W. Baxter. J Gudst.ll, J. Milliohamp, M. Lagan, and Rev. J. Blackburne ; Hon. Secretary and Trea surer, Mr C. Clark ; Committee, Messrs VV. Houston jnr., M. Fitzger&ld, J. Stephens, N. Fitzgerald, G. C!ark,-G. MeKenzie, aDd Rev. J. Blackburne ; Captain, Mr H. Mil lichamp re-elected ; Vice-captain, Mr A.- Houston. Three new members were elected. It was decided to admit lads under fifteen on payment of Is. A resolution was unani mously carried that it is desirable m tho in terests of hockey that a New Zealand Hokey Association be established at an early _ate to be composed of delegates from tho different clubs m the colony. The opening match of the season was fixed for Thursday, March 24, and it was resolved to invite Ashburton players to come over and j :>in the members of the Clnb m a friendly came on the above fixture. A hearty vote of thanks was ac corded to the Chairman for presiding, and also to Mr F. Clark for the valuable services he had rendered to the Club m the capacity of referee.

Obituary.

Press Association— By Eleotrio Telegrajb

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Hobabt, March 18. Sir Lambert Dobson, of typhoid fever.

FEDERATION.

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Melbourne, March 18

The general opinion of tbe delegates is favorable to the recommendation of the Federal Bill to the people. Sir John Forrest declined to express an opinion until he had consulted the members of bis cabinet. Sir J. Kingston Baid it would be the most magnificient institution into which the representatives of an enlightened people ever breathed the breath of life and hope. Mr Isaacs required time for consideration, but Mr Deakin re commended tbe measure outright.

INTERPROVINCIAL NEWS.

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Body Found.

Napier, Maroh 18.

The body of a middle aged man, named William Gray, was found on a ledge of rock on the Bluff overlooking the harbor, near the breakwater, this morning. Decea.ed recently complained of insomnia and pains m tbe head, and had been reported as miss ing to the police.

The Police Commission. Dunedin, March 18

The Police Commission resumed its sitting this morning. Inspector Pardy waß again under examination. In reply to Mr Taylor, M.H.R., he said there was usually more perjury for" the defence m licensing cases than m criminal oases. Ib was ridiculous to suppose that the consumption of drink had not decreased m Glutha since prohibition came m. Mr J. A. Miller, M.H.R., olaimed the right to be heatd on the matter of political interference m con nection with the police. The request was granted for to-morrow.

COMMERCIAL.

FROZEN MEAT MARKET.

Press Association— By Electric Telegaph-

London, Marah 16.

Buxton, Ronald, Balme and Co., and Jacomb, Son, and Co., offered catalogues aggregating 10,323 bales of wool, comprising an excellent selection. There was a large attendance of Home and Continental buyers, bub only a few American houses were repre sented. Prices for merinos were par to 5 per cent, above the closing rates m Feb ruary ; faulties and scoured showed th_ greatest rise ; medium low crossbreds were from par to 5 per cent, lower, finest cross breds being 5 per cent, higher, At the wool sales bidding is spirited, prices showing a slight hardening tendency.

Messrs Dilgety and Company, Limited, have received the following cablegram from their London office, dated 15th inst : —

" The wool Bales have opened with a fair selection, i. large attendance of buyers, and animated competition. For the bulk of medium and inferior merino wool?, prices are on the average 5 per cent, higher than closing rates of last series ; for good and best qualities, prices are par to 2£ per cent higher ; for the bulk of fine crossbred wools, prices are par to 5 per cent. ; for crossbred fleece, faulty and coarse descriptions, any change m prices is m favour of buyers. English and German buyers are the princi pal operators. American buyers have done nothing so far. The dates of our own saleb are Mirch 16, 24, and April 1."

Napier, March 18.

Nelson Bros, have r-ceived the following cable from the Colooi_l Consignment and Distributing Company, London, this morn ing : —Frozen meat, market quotation* ; mutton, unchanged ; frrz?n lamb fallen i_ value, first quality realising .§. per lb; second 4£d.

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THE i-PHBUKTOE GUAI.DJ_I_.-_ SATU.R- AT, MARCH 1$ 1898.

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Public Notices WOOLSTON " STEAM WOOL WORKS, CHRISTCHURCH. (Established 1868.) rHK Undersigned begs to notify that he is ScouriDg as heretofore. Squatters' lonaignmenta to the Christohuroh or Woolston Station will receive prompt attention. Quick despatoh and Lowest Rates. T. YORK. 10 99 ASHBURTON PERMANENT BUILDING AND INVESTMENT SOOIETY. ON and after Thursday.Jthe 7th day of January, 1897, this Office will be CLOSED FOR THE WEEKLY HALF-2 HOLIDAY, ON THURSDAY instead of SATURDAY, And will be open until 4 p.m. on Saturday after that date. EDWARD STEPHENS, Manager*) PALM AND JOKO TES-V j INDIAN AND OEYLON. OUR 2s 4d INDIAN (Palm Brand) la noted for producing 200 large Tea Cups of first-rate Tea to the pound. This is the Tea Mr George Jameson sold so largely. OUR 2s TEAS (Palm and Joko) are equally good value for the money. OUR TEAS are so popular that we frequently hear of instances of other Teas being packed and sold m onr empties. ' Imitation is sincerest flattery,' but the publio should see they get the genuine article. Retau rrom all the principal Store- keepers. WHOLESALE FROM JAMESON, ANDERSON & GO-, 155 Colombo Street, Ohristohuroh 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 and Cheapest Steam and Household Coal m the market. Used m the Woollen Factory and Canter bury Flour Mills, GIVES SPLENDID RESULTS WRITE FOR PRICES TO O. T. PARK, MOUNT S.Ojm:E|R S. STRATHMORE PRIVATE HOSPITAL. EXTENSIVE ADDITIONS JUST COMPLETED UNEQUALLED INTHE COLONIES FO MEDICAL AND SURGICAL OASES. /"IAN Accommodate upwards of FORTY 40) MALE _nd FEMALE .PATIENTS TERMS ; From 2 Guineas per week] PATIENTS CAN BE ATTENDED BY THFg., OWN MEDICAL ADVISER. Apply to— THE MATRON, Strathmore Private Hospital, Ferry Road; (just over East Belt), {Christ 135 church. W. H. SUTHERLAND, BEGS to inform his customers and the publio that he has removed from Tanored Street, to the CLUB OYSrER AND FRIED FISH SALOON, BURNETT STREET (Next the Club) SPECIAL ROOM FOR LADIES. Where hot dinnerß or hot suppers can be go- at any time. Freeh Fish and Smoked Fish ; by Express every night. WANTED, FAT FOWLS AND DUCKS. POULTRY ABPECIALTY. 9 E. DUCKWORTH & SON UNDERTAKERS, Cabinetmakers, and Upholsterers, .funerals conduoted atthe following prioes :— Covered Coffins, with hearse and ooach lomplete, from £7 10s. Polished Coffin, silver plated furniture^ 38. Children from £2 10s Burnett Street, Abhbitbton; Residenoe— Opposite Fire Bread Station, * 105 THE TRADE SUPPLIED.



i REVOLUTION IN BUSINESS! ! ! p i BUSINESS UP TO DATE ! ! ! i j ____________ 7 1 I TERMS— T i FARMERS' CO-OP, PRICES. _ DISCOUNT FOR CASH. 5 ______________ ALL NEW GOODS, NO OLD RUBBISH. r TERMS OF CREDIT OAN BEJARRANGED. W. H. COLLIER,, " THE CORNER." ASHBURTON. -__-___-_-_______Ha_S___K_______________!_^^ WHEAT. WHEAT. ' TT^E ARE PROMPT CASH BUYERS OF PRIME MILLIIN G WHEAT • AT HIGHEST MARKET RATES, i We are also prepared to Store Grain on Farmers account, m onr New Grain Stores West Street, Ashburton, on very favourable terms Fnl sized Oornaaoka and Twine Supplied at LOWES r CURRENT RATES ROLLITT & CO., - CANTERBURY FLOUR MILLS. QFFIOEB AND ST Q £Eb, WEST STREET,



IWPOF-T'-NT PUSLIG NHIC 1 j" Mcdonald & mcdiarmid'sj Q.REAT ANNUAL . LEAKING _____._____) COMMENCEB ON Thursday, February 10, 1898, f AND WILL CONTINUE FOR ONE MONTH ONLY * I' TILL We inaugurated the Annual Reductions, for whioh we have gained suoh a name m the Ashburton County, nothine like the GENUINE BARGAINS m first- olass BOOTS AND SHOES had ever been known. This 1898 ECLIPSE SALE will surpass all our previous efforts. Ib is highly improbable that equal value can be got elsewhere, and ib is certainly impossible for those who are notf manufacturing as we do to sell at suoh prices. i i^- REMEMBER This is our ANNUAL CLEARING SALE. Come Early and Secure the Bargains, as they are sure to go rapidly. For Prioes see oirculara. Mcdonald ~&"~ mcDiarmid J BOOT MANUFACTURERS & IMPORTERS, East Street. _. t, „_, J * NICHOLAS, MANAGER, ASHBURTON N.B. —All Orders and^Repairs during Sale at Reduced Rates. 2 * m **** m^ n!m * mm *************************mm ONE WORD ABOUT BOOTS. JAMES "MELLOR, ZEALANDIA BOOT fcTORE, TANCRED fcTREET, ASHBURION. VTTE aim to please, and our large volume of trade speaks for our success THE ZBALANDIA BOOT STORE is holding the largest and Jbeat assorted stock of * BOOTS AND SHOES m Ashburton. Ladies', Gentl. men's and Ohildren's Boots and Shoes m endless variety. FOR REAL HARD WEAR TRY THE ZEALANDIA BRAND. Everybody knows we give nothing but the beßt value. One trial is all we^asfc] JAMES MELLOR, ZEALANDIA ROOT STORE, TANORED STEET, ASHBURTON.



PRINK DELICIOUS j PERFECT IN |QU ALITY, FLAVO- I AND BLEND. Packed m Tins, the delicate Aroma Absolutely Preserved. OBTAINABLE FROM ALL GROCERS A. WARREN 7 BASKET M A X E R , | "VTEXT E. W. Hall's, Herbalist, (nearly opposite Aroade), TANORED STREE 1\ ASHBURTON. ALL KIND S of WICKERWORK Made to Order and Repaired. 12 2 liAIR CUULING FLUID. THIS FLUID is a secret reoipe, and is used by the leading ladies of England aud America, and now used m all the first- class Saloons throughout the world. It is delicately perfumed, and can be recom- mended as a first-class Toilet Preparation. DIRECTIONS. Moisten the hair with the Fluid, and adjust it loosely. As it dries it will Bhow a tendency to curl. Then ruu your fingers thiough it to lighten it up, as you desire, PRIOE— 3s PER BOTTLE. ' PREPARED BY C. G. ELEY, j LADIES* HAIRDRESSER, New York, U.S.A. J. B. KIRK, Agenb. BUSINESS NOTICE. I HAVE THIS DAY disposed of my Stationery and Fancy Goods Business m Eaßt Street to MR P. SOUNESS, who intends carrying on the same m the shop known as Blue House. In thanking the publio or the liberal sup- port tendered to me during my two years residence m tbe town, I would kindly ask a continuance of the liberal support to my successsor Mb Souness. H. N. ANDERSON. IN REFERENCE TO THE ABOVE, aud m taking over the very large and well assorted Btock of Stationery, Books, Albums, Bibles, Prayer Books, Law Stationery, Le<lgers, Account Books, School Books, and other requisites, including all lines of Fancy Goods, too numerous to men- tion, I intend to hold a CLEARING SALE FOR ONE MONTH Ft:OM THIS DATE, when every line m the Great Stock will be marked down for disposal. Now, School Committees, Road Boards, County Councils, Merchants, Storekeepers, Hawkers, Business men and all others, I invite you to inspect my Stock, and see the great reductions I have made. SALE FOR ONE MONTH ONLY AT BLUE HOUSE, P. SOUNESS. 26 LAZARUS'S SIGHT TESTING AND SPECIALITE SPECTACLES. Sole agent for Ashburton District, g C A L E E, JEWELLER, j EAST STREET, ASHBURTON. LAZARUS Patented System ensart comfort and correct slghi, Dont spoil your eyes by using badly fitting Speotaoles.



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D. THOMAS. j "Ramble?" Bicycle a /CYCLISTS AND OTHERS INTEND- IIS.G TO INVEST IN A MACHINE OALL AND INSPECT THE "RAMBLER.' THE STRONGEST AND BEST FINISHED MAOHINE MADE. D. THOMAS, AGENT 115 P"^*^»lW»»»"»»«MWW____-M| PUBLIC NOV.CES MRS. C. E. THOMAS XT AS taken over the RESTAURANT m TANCRED STREET, lately oooupied by Mb Healey and will euppply MEALS AT ALL HOURS. MRS THOMAS respectfully solicits a hare of the publio patronage. 2 115 THE TEA OF THE AGE SAXON TEA. SAXON TEA. fnRY IT, AND YOD WILL HAVE JC.O OTHER. SAXON TEA. SAXON TEA, Pb( . rssor Biok_v°_on reports t_. SAXON TEAS is aheolntoly Pnro and of good quality ! LADIES' RINGS | 1 KEEPERS And KNOT RINGS. J Gold Watches Silver Watches QOLD /U\d SlbVtJ? CHAINS Brooches, &c. m -) tJ "_5 13 V *" / It • v g __ m *?• h_ar f~7\ >.(_(_>_ - t—t F—\ \*H SSSgPfe: mAAfi GO r/) asslw Ph W © £% o 2^ ,m ti ►_ M :-i .§ O >v_i w fp_. * h<j \^ S -.s|aS_ soq <_{ M C^_, gfggj %\a-\ \m) ffl k: ii_JjS £ * - _^ S °_, «-_ m 00 I GO



John Orr & Go. j John Orr & {jo. FURTHER REDUCTIONS, AS UNDER.— FLOUR, FLOUR. TEA, TEA. SUGAR, SUGAR, KEROSENE, KEROSENE, POLLARD, BRAN. RAISINS. CURRANTS COLONIAL AND ENGLISH CANDLES. LOCK SALT, tfAGO, EIOJB, TAPIOCA, SALMON, TINNED FISH, COCOA, COFFEE, COHNFLOUF. FOR THE XjiRUIT REASON- GLASS JARS, MASON'S SCREW TOP JARS, ENAMEL AND BRASS PRESERVING PANS. HARDWARE. WIRE NETTING, SA UCEPANB, KETTLES, ENAMELW ARE, RANGES, REGISTER GRATES, LAMP STOVES, CUTLERY, WRINGERS, MANGLES, BEDSTEADS, GORSE KNIVES, ETO. We hold by far the Largest Stocks m Ashburton, and are Belling by far the oh eapesb. John Orr & 00.



IN GOOD DEMAND « . The Ashburton Publishing Company's book almanac for 1898 has been m suoh demand that some of the loot.l booksellers have been twice sold out, and have had to obtain a fresh supply. Persons requiring this excellent and useful BOOK OF REFERENCE & GENERAL INFORMATION should secure one immediately, Prioe— Six- pence. M"M r " ■' ■' 11 ■_____) OCTAVIUS DIGBY IS STILL ALIVE, and Selling Best Quality Meat at Christchurch prices, as quoted m the daily Press, viz: — Sirloin Beef, 5d ; Ribs of Beef, 4£d ; top side, 4d ; other Joints from 2d. Pork, sd. Mutton— Forequarters, 2d ; hindquarters, 2Jd ; legs, 31 ; Bides, 2^d. Veal— Fillets. s__; other Joints from 2Jd. Dairy Fed Pork Sausages, 4i_. 34 HOZIJE lEA "* Betvti. _vu



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