THE HOLIDAYS AT WAKANUI.

By a Correspondent CHRISTMAS DAY. On Christmas Eve we all went to bed very tired, and with ft firm determination to be aatir early on the morrow, for it was neces- B&ry to be at the smithy at eight o clock it we were to travel to the beach m the dray provided by Mr Mr Butterick. In the small hours we were awakened by beautiful music —Ohristmas hymns— played inexcellent taste by the Ashburton Salvation Army band, and I hear of several substantial donations being given them, and their funds must be Eeveral pounds the richer. Sharp at eight o'clock the dray, with a load of boxes, tents. and other implements for camping, together with twenty-three persona, started from the smithy for the beach. The tedium of the way was lightened by music and songs, and study of the illustrated Christmas annuals. On arrival, a large tenb 18x20 was erected as dining room, with an Bxl2 tent to serve as a nursery for the little ones when too tired to trot about any longer. Firewood was soon gathered, and "the billy" haviDg been boiled, the " drayites," swelled by a goodly number who had arrived m traps, sat down to dinner. On our tablecloth there was plenty to tempt the appetite ot even the moat fastidious. After dinner, many wandered on the beach or up the cliff v while a cricket match, rounders, several tuga-of w&r and ottar gameß afforded plenty of amusement. At tea time the large tent had its accommodation taxed to the utmost, to shelter the eighty who Ear, down. Having satisfied the cravings which the sea air and healthy exercise had created, more games were played, and a little before eight o'clock a start was made for home ; the smithy being reached iust before ten o'clock where the company dispersed amid cheers. Great prai-e is due to the Butterick family for the way m which they throw their whole soul into the making of these picnics a pleasure to everybody. Of the ladies Misses Butterick (2), Trevurza, and Corbett (3), deserve special mention. On Monday evening, December 27, the Butterick family had an evening picnic, and hired the scnoolroom for the purpose. Fn st, games were played outside till it grew dark, and then all adjourned to the school. Such ; » variety of games were played that I am j afraid you would deem it tedious for me to j set them all down here, but I think "Rachel , and Ruben " was most appreciated, partly . perhaps, because it was new. During the i evening Misses E. Butterick and A. Dalton | and Messrs Leadley and Dalton sang, & Miss \ Coverdale entertained the company with a j olever imitation of a banjo, and other piano forte music. Mr G. W. Leadley made a few remarks during one of the breaks, thanking their hosts — the Butterick family— for the pleasant evening's entertainment, and calling for three cheers, which were heartily given. "Auld lang syne" was sung, as several who lived at a distance wished to go. Those who remained played "Dum Crambo," the party not breaking up till after two o'clock. NEW YEAR'S DAY. On New Year's Day a very large party, organised by the Pride of Wakinui Temper ance Lodge, and their friends, went for ft picnio to LoDgbeach. Mr G W. Leadley'u waggon, drawn by a team of five horse*, provided by Trevurza Bros., and prettily decorated by Messrs W. Butterick and T. Murphy, carried over f jrty passengers, white Mr W. Young's waggon, with MrD. Doak's four-horse team, took nearly an equal Dumber. These, with five traps, made our party up to one hundred strong. Starting at seven o'clock the party croßsed the river at the Aehton ford about 8.30, and Long- ' * beach was reached about a quarter to 11 a.m. Mr J. C. N. Grigg having been previously asked for permission for the picnic, met our party, and showed us a plantation m which to camp, and gave us the use of a copper m which to make " the cup that cheers but not inebriates." Shortly after our arrival, the Ashburton Lodge joined us, having come by the coach road, and soon moat were wander* ing about the beautiful gardens, admiring the lovely flowers and grounds, aud getting a very practical lesson on the benefits of irrigation. About 12.30 the sound of the horn brought) the party together for dinner, and it waß then seen what a number there were, for with a few friends of the Waterton Lodge, our number was little short of 180. Cricket and other games were indulged m, but the majority took advantage of Mr Grigg's permission to visit the grounds, tl c workshops, etc., at the station, while a few venturesome spirits went to the beach, where they found a party from Willowby. As soon a^ tea was over, the return journey was begun, with three times three cheers for Mr Grigg, the river being crossed at 8 15, and Wakanui reached at 9.45 p.m. These journeys m the waggons are quite a feature of our picnics, as they are never tedious, songs and music makiDg them •Ppear all too short.

SPORTING.

♦ Auckland Graces. Presß Association— By Electric Telegraph THIRD DAY. Auckland, January 3. There was a large attendance, and the weather Bcorching hot for the concluding day's racing of the A.R.C. Summer Meeting. Results : — Grand Stand Handicap, of 200 sove ; 1£ m ii e , — Swordfish 1, Coronet 2, Antares 3. Seven started. Won by half a length. Time — 2.135; Dividend— £l 19a. Sdaimer Steeplechase, of 300 soys ; abour 3£ tnllea.— Mozel 1, Muscatel 2. Time —8 19. Dividend— £s 18a. Newmarket Handicap, of 300 soys ; six furlongs.— Picklock 1, Rex 2, Waiorongomni 3. Time— l.l6J. Dividend— £4 16s. Pony Handicap, of 80 soya ; five furlongs Purvoke 1, Ranguiru 2, Napoleon 3. Time — 1.4±. Dividend— £9 17s. Royal of 500 soys ; six furlongs. —Gold Medallist 1, Sf-. Crispin 2, Eton 3. Time— l.l 6. Dividend— £l 6. Recovery Ftakes, of 50 soys ; five fur longs.—Reaction 1, Lady Cuisine 2, The Sharper and St Gordon a dead heat for third I lace. Time — 1.4£. Dividend— £6 ss.

WELLINGTON ITEMS.

_— 4 Press Association — By Electric Telegraph . Wellington, January 3. The Moana'a San Francisco mails, which left Auckland on November 29, weie delivered iv London on the morning of December 30. The steamer Mana, which is stranded at Pateo, is uninjured, and is likely to be floated off at any tide. The traffic ou the Waairrapa railway lino still eontinufß to be exceptionally heavy, and it is expected that the four-weekly period will prove to be a record one. A young man uamed Samuel Crocker met his death m a singular .manner at the Wellington Meat Export Company's works at Ngahauranga this afternoon. As he was ' engaged with the upward cut m taking the i pluck out of a sheep, which had just been { killed, his knife slipped, and completely • severed his windpipe, death occurring m a , few moment o. Deceased, who was about | thirty years of age, was a married man • with two children. His wife and family i are on a visit to friends m the south. Mr Ken Tillett is expected to return to Wellington about the middle of the month, and will leave for Sydney en toute for Lon don a few days after his arrival. The London County Council elections are to take place early m the year, and he is anxious to be back m England some little time before they are held. It is understood he intends to seek re-election as an alder man.

THE ABHBORTOJ9 GUARDIAN: TUESDAY, JANUARY 4, 1898

Printed and Published by the Ashburton Publishing Company, Limited, at their Steam Printing Office, Burnett Street) ABhburton, TUESDAY, JANUARY 4, 1898^



Business Notices. LOOK * CHEAP WINTER FIRING. NEW MOUNT SSOMERS COAL. r\UTPUT has Trebled during the laafa {J twelve months. IT IS USED EVERYWHERE. This Coal is the Beßt and Cheapest Steam md Household Coal m the market. Used m the Woollen Faotory and Canter lury Flour Mills. GIVES SPLENDID RESULTS WRITE FOR PRICES TO O. T. PARK, MOUNT SOMERjS. PALM AND JOKO TEA INDIAN AND OEYLON. OUR 2s 4d INDIAN (Palm Brand) la noted for producing 200 large Tea Caps of first-rate Tea to the ponnd. This Is the Tea Mr George Jameson sold bo 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 our empties. * Imitation is einoereat flattery,' but the pnblio should see they get the genuine artiole. Retaii irom all the principal Store- keepers. WHOLESALE FROM JAMESON, ANDERSON &. CO-, 155 Colombo Stbbbt, Ohbistohuboh W. H. SUTHERLAND, BEOS to inform his customers and the public that he has removed from Tancred Street, to the OLUB OYSTER AND FEIED FISH SALOON, BURNETT STREET (Next the Club) SPECIAL ROOM FOR LADD3S. Where hot dinners or hot suppers can be (gob at any time. Fresh Fish and Smoked Fi«h y Express every night. POULTRY A SPECIALTY, 923 NEW SADDLERY BUSINESS. TANCRED STREET, Next to J. Tasker, Butcher A. HENRY WISHES to inform the farming com- munity and general public, of having commenced business m the above premises, and hopes by strict attention to business, combined with the best of work- manship and moderate charges, to merit a fair share of public patronage. AH harness manufactured on the premises of the best material and guaranteed hand sewn. Experienced workmen sent to any part o the district at the shortest notice. HORSE HAIR AND BEESWAX bought m any quantity. E. J. HENR?, 10 35 Manager. DKINK DELICIOUS PERFECT IN QUALITY, FLAVOR AND BLEND. Packed m Tins, the delicate Aroma Absolutely Preserved. OBTAINABLE FROM ALLJ. GROCERS E. DUCKWOETH & SON XTNDERTAKERS, Cabinetmakers, and I_J Upholsterers, Funerals conducted at the followingprices to- Covered Coffins, with hearse and coach complete, from £7 10s. Polished Coffin, silver plated furniture 1 £8. ' Children from £2 10s BUBNBTT STEHET, AsHBUBTON. Residence— Opposite; Fire Be red Station. 105 THE TRADE SUPPLIED. SEEDS. SEI3DS. TjiOß PRESENT SOWING, Ir\ TONS RED CLOVER. 1A TONS COW GRASS.] X TONS WHITE CLOVER. X TONS ALSYKE CLOVER. X TONS GIANT RAPE.*, X TONS TURNIPS, (all varieties.) Carters choice English and Colonial grown AT REDUCED PRICES. Send for Samples. 20,000 CABBAGE PLANTS. J. SEALY & CO. 9 57 KOZ.XI3 TEA Is Superb



THOS. E. KILWORTH & SON ENGINEERS, JiEIDGE WOKK6, ASHJBUKTON, I TJNDERTAKE all k'nds of Engine Work, all kinds of Millwright's Work, General Engineering, Woodworking, & Blacksmithing. KiL WORTH <fc SON, ASHBUBTON. CHRISTMAS PRESENTS. GENUINE PLATED WARE. TT7E HAVE juat landed a choioe selection of Plated Goods of Esquisite Designs, Choioe Patterns, and Good Quality. THEY have been marked exceptionally low of price, and persons requiring Presents for their friends will do well to call, inspect our stock, and make their seleotion early. W. H. COLLINS & CO. Christmas & .New Year. — «-- SPECIAL SHOW OF : : DRAPERY & CLOTHING : : "[^"EWEST AND MOST FASHIONABLE DRESSES, Blouse Materials, Crepons, Prints, Cambrics, Nainsooks etc., etc. LATEST NOVELTIES IN SUNSHADES LACES COLLARS GLOVES CORSETS CUFFS RIBBONS BELTS UMBRELLAS Etc. Etc. Etc • »P.L:iiiJNr>ir> ASSORTMENT IN OILCLOTHS, CURTAINS, ART MUSLINS, & HOUSEHOLD FURNISHINGS SPECIAL VALUE In Men's and Boys' Clothing, Shirts, Pants, Collars, Tie«, Hats, Caps, Braces, etc. MEN'S AND BOYS' STRAW HATS. — Grit AJS D VALUE, A. P. WILLIAMSON, GASH DRAPER &. CLOTHIER, TANCRED STREET BICYCLES, BICYCLES, BICYCLES. LANDELLS~AND SON, EXPRESS OYCLE WORKS, BURNETT STREET (next The Olub.) The oldest and largest Cycle Building and Repairing Shop m Ashburton. IMMENSE Stock of New and Second-hand Bicycles on hand at prices which wili defy competition. SECOND-HAND MACHINES AT £2 10s, £3 10s, £5, £6, £7, £8, £10, £12— MUST BE CLEARED. Large Stock of Onter Covers and Tubes. Also, Lamps, Bells, Saddles, Toe Clips, and everything connected with the Bicycle Trade. CHEAPEST EVER OFFERED IN NEW ZEALAND] 10 179 HOUSE PAINTING & PAPERHANGING. I t . THAVE just to hand a shipment of GENUINE WHITE LEADI& PURE JLINBEED OIL for the present; season's Painting and Decorating. Persons desirous of having their homes well painted with GENUINE MATERIALS & GOOD TRADESMEN are requested to call upon us. OIL CLOTH FOR DADO,S IN STOCK. TO ARTISTS. HAVE a Splendid lot of.Opal Glass m stock, specially prepared for Artists' use, which can be cut to any size required at a moderate charge. J. WILSON, CORNER OF AROADE ft BURNETT BTREET.B Telephone 65.] P.O. Box 16



Business JNoiice. SI'BATHMOEE PRIVATE HOSPITAL. EXTENSIVE ADDITIONS JUST COMPLETED. UNEQUALLED IN THE COLONIES FO MEDICAL AND SURGICAL OASES. /"IAN Accommodate upwards of FORTY 40) MALE and FEMALE PATIENTS TERMS : From 2 Guineas pel week] PATIENTS CAN BE ATTENDED BY THW^ OWN MEDICAL ADVISER. Apply to — THE MATRON, Strathmobe Private Hospital, Ferry Road (just over East Belt), Cbrist- -6 135 church. THE TEA OF. THE AGE SAXON TEA. SAXON TEA. npRY IT. AND YOU WILL HAVK JNO OTHER. B I SAXON TEA. SAXON TEA, PB( , BBSOR BICKE'TON reports tba SAXON TEASg ia absolutely Pure and of good quality ASHBURTON PERMANENT BUILDING AND INVESTMENT SOCIETY. ON and after Thursday £the 7th day of January, 1897, this Office will bu CLOSED FOR THE WEEKLY HALF-^ HOLIDAY,! ON THURSDAY instead of SATURDAY, And will bo open until 4*p.m. on^Saturday after that date. EDWARD STEPHENS, Manager G. K. ASKIN, TANCEED STBBET, TyTAOHINIST k CYCLE MECHANIC CYCLES CAREFULLY REPAIRED. ALL WORK GUARANTEED. 1 190 T UST^Reeeived ,~ a Consigloment of th O Celebrated ;"NEW YORK a LEVER WATCHES. ONLY lOs 6d. (To be obtained only from - G. JESSON, PRACTIOAL WATCHMAKER AND JEWELLER, Easb Street, Ashburton. , LAZARUS'S SIGHT TESTING AND SPEOIALITE SPECTACLES. Sole agent for Ash barton District, S, S A L E *• JEWELLER, EAST STREET, ASHBUFTON. T AZARUS Patented System ensure J_J comfort and correct; sight. Dont spoil your eyes by using badly fitting Spectacles. _»__ Seed Potatoes. CHAMPION — A very heavy J'cropper of first- class quality. BREEZE'S PROLIFIC— The best Potato light land. LAPSTONE or VICTORIA KIDNEY from Orari— The Potato Growers there all use these for early market, being heavy yielders of beat quality. BATH KIDNEY— The general favorite. EARLY RUBY, MAGNUM BONUM, SNOWFLAKE, etc., and Table Potatoes, best quality, lowest prices. BRAN, SHARPS, CHAFF, OATS, Reduoed m Price. J. THOMAS, HAVBLOOK STREET. BOOTS Boots, Boots, wonderfully oheap at MgiAOit's Ze&}andi» Boob Score, -



F. FERiRMAN. ! CHRISTMAS PRESENTS. WHAT better Present can you select for your wife, mother, sister, daughter or friend, than a strong serviceable PORTABLE BOILER like this :— The above Boilers are strong and durable, the frame is constructed of stout galvanized sheet iron, with an extra lining of sheet iron inside to prevent the fire from burning the outer frame, and is built >to carry heavy copper boilers of various sizes. The funnel is adjustable, and is fitted with a patent joint, thus doing away with the bottom being burnt out of the funnel as too often occurs m other makes. An inspection will satisfy the most fastidious as to economy, utility, avd durability of this excellent boiler. F. FERRIMAIN, Henry Zander. NOTICE. rpHE ENTRANCE to my Offices is] now ia Moore Street, (lately occupied J by Messrs^Friedlander Bros.) CORNSACKS— (FuII size. SEAMING TWINE-(5: P ly L )l BINDING TWlNE— (Douaghyfc. JUST TO HAND. HENRY ZANDER. to \ Dfd Vv r \\ s h\ <2 O T. JONAS BEGS to Notify the Farmers and Butchers of Ashburton and Surround' ing District that he has Opened up Business m the Premises adjoining Hanmer Cud Graves' Stables as a Cash Buyer of WOOL, SKINS, HIDES, FAT, and HORSE HAIR m large or small quantities. Office Days— Tuesdays and Satdbdays



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