The Ashburton Guardian.

Vol _.x. no. 4629

Ami buhtois : Thursday, October 20, 1898.

price : One Penny

A MAD EXPLOIT.

(Continued.) resignation?' ' asked the inexorable Wat-' kins. "I went south. " ) "Why did you go sonth?" "Because my family lived thera" "Was tbat yonr only reason?" The prisoner moved uneasily agairj and looked appealingly abont him, but he saw neither hope nor sympathy m the stern, bronzed faoes around him. Colonel Wafekins, still as oalm as if the »soene m wbioh be was so prominent an actor was entirely familiar and oom monplaoe, asked: "Did yon not join the rebel army, Mr. Williams?" Tbe prisoner's faoe flushed as it a orimson light had been flashed on it for an instant; then it turned ashy again, but be replied with more spirit than he had yet shown: "I joined the army of the Confeder acy." "And since joining the army of the rebels, or the Confederacy, if that name suits you better, you have neither re signed nor been mustered out?" "No." "Yet you have entered the Union lines, with your oompanion, m our uni form and with forged papers on your person. You have made representations you know to be false, and all this to Betray us to your friends, who are now assembling m force near by?" Colonel Watkins evidently expeoted no reply, for he half turned his ohair from the prisoner and began to drum on the table with his fingers. "I protest, I protest I" oried the pris oner. "We are not spies!" "Then we are d d fools!" said Watkins. The prisoner's confession was written out, and be was asked to sign it with his companion. In this confession the word "spy" was not used, nor was this necessary to fix the crime of these men m the mind of the court. "As to myself," said Anton, "the statement is true, but I shall refuse to sign it." "As you will," responded Colonel Baird. "The officers here assembled have heard you." Then, turning to Dunlap, who stood staring about him as if dazed, the colonel asked: "Mr. Dun lap, what have you to say? Are you an officer m the United States army, as you represented?" "I am not. lam a lieutenant m the Confederate army," replied Dunlap. Emboldened by his ability to say thus muoh without breaking down, he con tinued, with an oratorical manner: "I am a patriot and a gentleman. I risked all for my country, but I am not a spy. " "You look upon the Union soldiers as your enemies?" said Colonel Baird. "I do," replied Dunlap. "Yet you voluntarily assumed the uniform of a Union officer, deliberately forged or connived at the forging of pa pers that would bear out the deceit and then came into this camp, claiming to be a friend. Is not this true?" "It is." "What was your purpose?" Before -Dunlap could reply to Colonel Baird's question Anton interrupted: "My assistant knows nothing about my purpose m coming here. Whatever guilt there may be m the offense attaohes to me. He regarded the enterprise as a romantic affair, a masquerade that meant no injury to the enemy nor help to bis friends. " "How old are you, Mr. Dunlap?" asked Baird. "Twenty-four." " You are an offloer m Bragg 's army?" "lam." "And you consider yourself entirely responsible for all your own aots?" "Ida" "I believe that is all. Does any other member of the court wish to examine the prisoner?" Colonel Baird looked about the table, and tbe officers of the- court shook tbeir heads and compressed their lips. Anton and Dunlap were taken into an adjoin ing room, and Colonel Baird said to the court: "Gentlemen, tho prisoners are charged with being spies. You have heard their confessions and the evidence of Lieutenant Wharton as well as the dispatohes from headquarters. How say you — guilty as charged or not guilty?" As if spoken by one man, the response was, "Guilty as oharged. " "Is there any exception to the find ing?" asked Baird. There was none. The verdiot having been given, the penalty followed as a matter of course. Death, immediate death by hanging, has long been the reo* ognized method of disposing of a con victed spy m war times, yet Colonel Baird shuddered as be contemplated tbe duty thus forced upon him. "I will telegraph to headquarters for instructions," he said. "Meanwhile it might be well to communicate the find ings to the prisoners and to ascertain, if possible, their motive m entering our lines. " Colonel Baird at onoe telegraphed , General Garfield: The prisoners, Anton and Dunlap, have con fessed that one is a colonel and the other a lieutenant m the rebel army. What Bhall Ido with thorn? To this oame the response: Take the confessions m writing and hang them forthwith. Colonel Watkins and Captain Singer — to the journal of the latter I am in debted for many of the details — with other members of the oourt, visited the prisoners. The colonel told them of the findings and left them to infer the re sult. That Anton, to continue his assumed name, was brave to recklessness his; present condition showed, but the strain of the past few hours had told on him terribly, and anxiety for his young com-, panion, even more than fear for bim-! self, mado him intensely nervous and almost hysterioal. Tersely, yet without bluntness, for Colonel Watkins was a gentleman to tho core, the prisoners were told of the find ings of the oourt. As a trained soldier, entirely familiar with military usage m, suoh matters, Anton bad nothing else' to expeot. Yet he affeoted to believe' (To be continued.) J

CABLE NEWS.

United Pre*. Association— By Eleotrio c Telegraph— Copyright ; London, October 18 Tbe Dowager-Duchess of Sutherland > was robbed m Paris of a satchel con taining jewels worth £30,000. [ The Orient steamer Austral has ,_ returned to Suez with with a blade of (her propeller broken. Mr Reeves is exhibiting at the Imperial Institute specimens of woollen fabrics manufactured at the Mosgiel Woollen Factory. The Manchester express collided with a stationary goods train at Wraby < junction. Nine passengers were killed tnd twelve injured. The Standard states that 40,000 Russian troops are now stationed at Port Arthur.

THE NEW SOUTH WALES RIFLE MEETING.

— ■ United Press Association — By Eleotrio Telegraph—Copyright Sydney, October 18 The Paddington Match was won by McOally, New South Wales, with a score of 49 out of 50 at 600 yds. The New Zealand prizetakers were : — Kins; £2, and Spinley, Wilson (Woodville), and McGregor _S1 each. Tbe Jacques Match was won by Gatty, of Tasmania, with 68 out of 70. ' King, Hale, Wilson (Wellington), and McGregor were m the prize list. The shooting to-day was an improve ment on that of yesterday, but speaking generally below tbe standard. The New Zealand team competes IQ the Australia Cup.

LAURISTON.

♦ From Our Own Correspondent. MUTUAL IMPROVEMENT SOCIfc.T. The social m connection with tbe Lauriston Mutual Improvement Society is to take place m the schoolroom on Friday, 21st inßt., and is to terminate what has proved a mcsb enjoyable, as well as instructive, series c! meetings. The session, which opened m April, and which h.s since continued ab regular fortnightly intervals, haß been a long one, but it is pleasing to note the vigour and interest that haa been displayed by the members throughout the whole course of the meetings. In fact the Society has provided the ohief form of entertainment m the district throughout the winter months, and its meetings have always been looked forward to with pleasure.. I am pleased to ! be abie to state that our president, Mr ■Clark, is again with us, having returned much benefited m health, from his brief sojourn m the North Island, lt may be well to mention, for the Bake of those who wrre nob present at the Society's last meeb ing, thab each member is empowered to invite •>u. friend, and this, together with the umber of Methven friends who purpose joining ua on the evening of the social, should ha a sufficient guarantee of a large gathering, and a night's real good enj vymenb. TUE SCHOOL.. The date of the school examination, to be conducted by Mr Thos. Ritchie, has been fixed for Tuesday, 25th inst. Unfortunately the work and attendance is jnst now being very much interfered with by the .spread of measles throughout the district. But m most cases the attacks have been slight, and the ohildren have been incapacitated only for a short time. THE RECENT GALE. Although the distriot suffered pretty considerably by the recent disastrous gale, and the damage done was at firsb estimated to be pretty considerable, ib is pleasing to notice that m most of tbe paddocks which appeared to be hopelessly blown, the crops have recovered themselves, and are again coming on nicely.



«i Ib y thb Queen's Command,' I once performed at Windsor before |Her Majesty and several members of the Royal Family ; and, oh, it was the most delightful experience I ever had." The speaker was an enthusias- tic young actress, as popular as she is beautiful* "The honor was certainly a great one," we murmured. " Yes," Bhe responded quickly, " but it waa nob only that; Her Majesty was so kind 3on know. It really did you good, the way she treated you." That is juat it. Proper treatment is all we want. Nine-tenths of the sickness we suffer might be cured if we only had proper treatment. If you are ill or feel out of sorts, seek relief from the the true friends of the sick and suffering— Holloway's Pills and Ointment.— (Advt ) George Jesson, WATCHMAKER & JEWELLER, EAST STREET, -• TT AS just received a large consignment of Watches, Clocks, etc., suitable for WJB_E>I>IJNGt PRagfiNlS aud is now selling at Christchurch Price?. REPAIRS, Etc, PROMPTLY EXECUTED SATISFACTION GUARANTEED, REYHOUNDS For Bale — The well* known Greyhounds Saxon and Zenobia, A good chance for a young sportsman. Apply Office of this paper. CHANCE for poultry breeders. — A few Partridge Cochin Cockerels and Houdan Cockerels, best for crossing. — Pelham Poultry Yards. MRS ALCORN has m stock Stamped Mount Mellick, Laoe, Cross-stitch and Mayence Work, White Jean, Linen Java and Congress Canvas, Transfers, Foundation Monogram^ Woven Initials, Lace Pinß, Stretcheiß, Single, Shaded and Double Berlin Wools, Reliable and Butterfly Woolb, Perline Arasene, Filoaslls, Crewel Embroidery and Knitting, Silka m Tartans and Colours, fitlacrame Bags and String, Weldon's Needle- work Books, Perforated Cardboard, Ivory Crochet Cotton and Materials for Fancy Work generally. 10 32 WANTED Known— That we have opened a case of Ladies' Fabrio G'oves of really exquisite styles, including a large range of Washing and Cycling Gloves. Speoial lines m Ladies' Embroidered Hose Sunshades and Umbrellas, per Rangitira.—* Mitohbl & Turner. m&rant and refreshing— New Venw



WANTED. — _ _ WANTED Known— Mrs G Hamiltoi begs to inform the Pablio of Ash burton that she is prepared to pay thi highest oash price for all kindß of New anc Second Hand Olothing, Furniture, etc, Letters attended to immediately. Addresi —Burnett Streeb, opposite Mail Office. 9 246 GO to Mbs Aloobn for Stylish Millinery, Dress Goods, Capeß, etc. ; Dress- making, Ladiea' and Children's Under- clothing and Pinafores '(own make) a specialty; Large lot of Laces and Em- broideries iv Btock. 10 31 ANTED KNOWN— Thab I have re- ceived my Summer Stook of Boots and Shoes, which I will dispose of ab the lowest rates possible, for Cash. Now is an opportunity for those who are m search of reliable goods. As usual, Repairs done at ouce ; ab J. Moison, The Hall Boot Depot, Ashburton. DISSOLUTION of Partnership.— We beg to announce that our Great CWh Clearance Sale will commenoe on Saturday, September 24. Every item of stock wiU cc offered ab greatly reduced prioes. — Barrett Bbos , Drapers and Clothiers, The Hall, East Street. OUR First Consignment of Spring Goods are now opened up, and marked off ab Sale prices. Thia affords our Customers che opportunity of procuring seasonable lines at rock-bottom prices.- Barrett Bbos, The Hall, East Street. I/ILOUR reduced £2 5a per ton, Kerosene JL lower than Christchurch prices at Bletcher Bros.' Cash Supply Store., Ash- burton and Christchurch. BARRETT BROS.' Great Cash Clearance Sale commences on Saturday, Septem- ber 24. Please note— We do" not profeßß to oe selling at coßt prioe, but are satisfied we i -re offering real honest value.-— Barrett Bros., The Hail, East Street. rpENDERS wanted to wear out 1000 ___ pairs o Mellob's Indestrnotible Bootß. Wear like brass. _ WANTED Known— That our new Dress Goodß are now on view. Ladies m need of a thoroughly smarb and up-to-date oßtume ehculd give us an early call. A ohaiming variety of Blouse Material and Washing Dress Fabrics now showing. — Mitchell & Turner. WANTED— A dozen smart Ladies to try our new kangaroo calf Shoe.— Mellor's Zealandia Boob Store. FOUND— In Tancred Streeb, the cheapest and mosb reliable Boot Shop, — Mbllob's Zealandia Boob Store. WAN. ED Known— lhat, when the wind is over aud when the dust is ,D_e and Ashburton Housewives commence heir Spring Cleaning, Mitcuell &. Turner -tc li c people for all descriptions of House- >lri Furnishings, aud their new goods are now opened. TENDERS wanted for the sale of 5000 pairs of boots. — Apply to Mellob' Z -alaudia Boot •'-tore. WANTED Known— Good value for littl money ab Mellob's, Zealandia Boot Store. T7"OR Sale, Cheap — Six Dozeu -'airs of !_ Children's ankle straps. — Mellor's Zealandia Boot Store. NOTICE— We defy competition ; you get wonderful value ab Mellor's, Tancred Strevt. J7IOR Sale, Cheap— sooo pairs of Ladies J and Men's Boots and Vhoes. — Apply to Mellor, Tancred Street lilOR Sale, Cheap— A lot of Men's Bluohers J_? only 4s lid* — Mellob's Zealandia Bjot Store. \TTANTED KNOWN.- Ladies' Fur Top VV Lined Kid Gloves 2s lid, 3s 6d, 4s od per pair. Worth double. — W. H. Collieb, " The Corner." WANTED— Wise Mothers to try our Indestrnotible School Boot. — vlellob's Zealandia Boot Store. JT'OR SALE, Cheap— Strong Trap; may J be used as a brake. Apply Mail Office. 7 126 JTk'R SALE — Indian Game and Houdans, J Exhibition birds and for cross breed- ing purposes. Best table fowls known. — Pelham Yards ' pO POULTRY BREEDERS— Beginners _L could not make a better start than by purchasing a trio of Partridge Cochins, the heat strain m the colony, from Pelham Yards, Any day, except Sunday, from 12 to 3. . WANTED— Sixty Btrong men to try the new Kronio (Blucher). — Mellob' Zealandia Boob Sbore. ~~ f | >HKRE is little use m crossing pure bred _L fowls with mongrels. The result is seldom satisfactory. Both birds musb be pure. TFIYPE WRITING— For sale, a bargain, _JL Yo&b type writer, practically new. Apply Mail Offioe. 1710 X SALE, Cheap— A fine trio of Silver JJ Spangled Polish at Pelham Yards, A-hburton. n ITTINGS OF EGGS, first crosses of all £3 the favorite breeds, at the Pelham Yards, Peter Street. WANTED KNOWN.— Ladies' Cycling Knickers, Combinations, All Wool Vests, m great variety. Speoial prioes.— W. H. Collieb, "The Corner." WANTED Known-Ladies' Pretty Walking Shoes m greab varieby ab Mbllob's Zealandia Boob Store. ICTURE-FRAMING.— W. Adams, Aroade, Practical Framer, does tbe work himself ; therefore guarantees it. Prioes and quality right. Choice mouldings m stook. Trial solioited. Country customers* work oompleted day of order, 3 148 SMITH MACKWELL thanks the people of Aahburton and Distriot for their überal eupport during the past 3 years, and having lately started m the Fruit Business, asks for a continuance of their patronage. The cheapest shop m town for fruit. AU prices markod m plain figures. Apples from 3d a pound.— Smith Mackwell, Fruiterer Sc Umbrella Maker, Nexb Mr Patching's, ii'ast Street, Ashburton. 9 6 J3OULTRY Fanciers and those desirous of commencing the breeding of Pure- bred Fowls will find it to their advantage to visit the Pelham Yards, any day between 12 and 3, except on Sundays IA nnf\ PACKETS Vegetable JL U.UUvJ Seeds, 3d per packet 5000 Packets Flower Seeds at ld per packet, at Fletoheb Bros., ABhburton and Christ- church. - EGGS Purebred Poultry for eale, namely Partridge Cochins, Golden laoed Wyandottes, Houdans, and Indian Game at klhaw Yards*



WANTED— A few Broody Hens and Turkeys. Apply PELHAM POULTRY Ya,ros, or Office of thj? paper, j



DAVID THOMAS. Auctioneer, Land, Insurance & Estate A cent, Valuator, Wool and Grain Broker, 11 ASHBUBTON. Loans .Negotiated Weekly Sales of Live Stock — Tinwald and ABhburton Alcernately Fortnightly Sales of Sheep Skins, Fats, Hides, etc., on Mondays Sales of Wool Throughout the Season Grain Bonght and Sold on Commission Clear, dar Sales as per arrangements Arcade Horse and Fnrniture Sales held on Saturday's, . Horse Fairs held Monthly. AGENT FOR— Matson and 00, Ohristchureh Booth, MoDonald and 00, Ohristchuroh White's Sheep Dip Walter A. Wood Oo Lightband's Belting London and Lancashire Insurance Company Graham's Foot Rot Composition f Wright, Stevenson and 00, Dunedin Planet Junior Garden and Field Tools Belfast Manures RAKAIA DISTRICT SALES. "I HAVE made arrangements with MESSRS HARDY & CO., Merchants, Rakaia, to act as my AGENT for all Auctioneering Work m that District, and m conjunction with them it will be my endeavour to make the RAKAIA SALE A SUCCESS. DAVID THOMAS, Ashburton GREAT REDUCTION IN PRIOE OF PLANET JR. TOOLS. DAVID THOMAS ASHBURTON J. WILSON, HOUSE rECOKATOB, &IGNWBITEB, GLAZIER, Etc, Corner of Arcade and Burnett Streets Aslitmrton. 00 : WE Have just received direct from the English Manufacturers a Magnificent and Artistic Stook of the very latest WALL PAPERS. A Feature of the above importation is the n_w _tyle of Paper for Decorating Hals, Passages, and Staircafcs, being a change f om the Maible Papers which hitherto have been so fashionable. We invite clien a and the public generally to call early and select their Papers from the full stock, and if not w.nted for immediate use, can be laid aside until required. SPRING "CLEANING. During this Season Customers can rely upon having work done withoub delay. We keep competent Trade* men, whoa»e despatched to town or country ab ahortetb notice to execute Paperhanging, MarbUDg, and Houte-paintirig m all its branohes. IST Only Genuine White Lead and Oils used m our work. (x>- J. WILSON. Telephone . P.O Box I*s. GIVING UP BUSINESS SEEDSMAN'S FITTINGS COMPLETE, FOR SALE. EMPTY TANKS FOR SALE. PREMISES TO LET. J. SEALY AND CO. %J^£ASV TO DRINK . tPiSi 10 O\TO.S\ . i^^JLj EASILY THE ft LSI . _.__J WALL PAPERS. WALL PAPERS. Artistic Ceilings, Dadoes. Friezes. New Patterns, New Designs, WE have jusb landed a shipment of the most Artistic Wall Papers ever introdnced into this market. Our Clients are aßked to make early ohoioe. Painting and Paperhanging is oarried on by us on scientific lines. Nothing but genuine material being used, and FIRBT-CLASS WOK K MEN employed. ESTIMATES GIVEN FOR ALL KINDS OF HOUSE DECORATION. PICTURE _FI*AMLINGJ- FOR THE MILLION. 35 NEW DESIGNS JUST OPENED UP. W. H. COLLINS & CO., I lK ONMONGERS, PAINTERS, COAL & TIMBER MERCHANTS Agents For— Royal Insurance Oompany Ltd,  Shag Point Ooal Companyi „ "VV ett port Ooal Qpmpany,



Sheep Shear?. Bheep Shears. W. CONGREYE, S THB PEOPLE'S PRAOTIOAL IRONMONGER, i BURNETT STREET, TTAS JUST OPENED his season's supply of SHEEP SHEARS of a -JLJL makes, including tbe following well-known brands : — JE_.-3.-_. Tiie Cheapest TUS BBA Ironmonger TUS BBA m AsliburtoTa. TUS Also m Stock— TURKEY & WASHITA OIL STONES. Don t buy a Stone till you have inspected the " Champion " Black Turkey. I have also m stock — Linseed and other Oils, Lamp Black, Red aud Blue Raddle, and all Shearing Requisites, at bottom prices. Lawn Mowers. Lawn Mowers. Inspect my stock of LAWN MOWERS before buying elsewhere. It will save your time and money. I hold immense Btocks of TOOLS of every description — All of the verj best makes, and warranted. '. RANGEB, REGISTERS, MANTELS, COPPERS, Etc. 0) One Trial will convince you tbat you can save Money by purchasing from W. CONGREYE, THE PEOPLE'S PRACTICAL IRONMONGER, BURNETT STREET, ASHBURTON. 129 Colombo Street, Christchurch. SPRING— IB9B- ASHBURTON FURNISHING WAREHOUSE. ESTABLISHED 18H3. DIREOT FURNISHING IMPORTERS. WE are now showing a Choice Assortment of Linoleums, Brussels, Tapestry, and Kidder Carpets, also Square?, Rugs, Mats, Etc., m Latest Designs. Japanese and China Matting, Rugs, Mats, Etc. Brackets, Whatnots, Poles, Etc. Also largesb stock m town of Brass and Iron Bedsteads, m new and pretty designs. All sizes, "all prices." Overmantels, Toilet Glasses, Bedroom Sets, over one hundred sets to choose from. Chairs m endless Variely and Prices. As most of the above lines are direot from the Manufacturers we are enabled to sell atclowest pos.ible prices. SPRING CLEANING- WE have also a large stock of Cretonnes, Tapestries, Velvets, etc., for Furniture Coverings and Hangings * Having obtained the services of a First-Class Upholsterer (late of A. J. White's) thoae desirous of having their Furniture Renovated would do well to place their orders early. All work done on the Premises by Competent Workmen. CALL AND INSPECT. NO ONE PRESSED TO BUY AT T. H. UNDRILL & CO. OABINET-MAKERS, UPROLSTERERS, PICTURE-FRAMERS, & UNDERTAKERS, TANCRED STBEET, Opposite Arcade, and Next building Society's Office. Agents for Clegg's Perambulators & Go-carts, Burson's Wicker Chairs, Scott and Wilson's Venetian Blinds, Shades, etc., Faulkner's Wire Mattressos, Matß, etc. = PURE SEEDS. = T HAVE lately erected, regardless of cost, tbe most COMPLETE SEED-OLEANING PLANT south of the Line, and I now ask intelligent Farmers to inspect the same at work. I am now prepared TO OLEAN for Farmers f-ny description of SEEDS AND GBAIN. and will guarantee to give them satisfaction. I can supply best RYEGRASS, weighing from 261bs to 441ba to the bushel • and OOOKSFOOT, locally grown, H£lbs to 16 Jibs to the bushel also, best OLOVERS, dressed by my own machines, the purity of which must be seen to be appreciated. ALSO— HURST AND SONS BEST ENGLISL OLOVERS TU RNIPS RAPE, LUOERNE, TRbJbO-U, Etc. WOOL. WOOL. WOOL. X AM now making liberal OASH ADVANCES FREE OF COM MISSION upon all WOOL placed m my hands for SALE either m Ashburton or elsewhere. CORNSACKST^WOOLPACKS, TWINE, OIL, AND BRANDING MATERIAL :a__so— FENCING WIRE, BARB WIRE, & STAPLES. The best quality on Sale. WANTED SHEEP FEED. WANTED up till Maroh, 1899, good young grass for 300 sheep.— Apply DAVID "THOMAS, ASHBUBTON J^ JL \/ ■ J TTAVING made arrangements with XX Messes Niooll Bros., for lease of premises mxTTQ ocoupied by us, we are carrying on business aa usual. _ Mcdonald & Mcdiarmid. KIN -L XLiXA/JliO-I-O BOOTB AND SHOES of every description m^y^-v -py made to order or repaired, at shortest notice. THE LARGEST AND BEST ASSORTED STOOK IN THE DISTRIOT 7 OF f ENGLISH, AMERICAN, CONTINENTAL, AND COLONIAL BOOTS. EVENING SHOES, Etc , at prices to suit all classes. b JUST ARRIVED A splendid assortment of Colored Shoes, all shades. McDonald and Mcdiarmid, BOOT IMPORTERS AND MANUFACTURERS, EAST STREET. 1 | b ggg J. NICHOLAS, Manager..



Shipping." rpHE /4^ffr NEW ZEALAND aI_£ISSS;H IPPING OO.'I LINK -ROYAL MAIL STEAMERS, FOR LONDON, Via Monte Video, Teneriffe & Plymouth. Best Aooommodation for all olasses o Passengers at Lowest Rates. 1 Port ef Steamers. Tons. Departure. Date. Kaikoura 4507 Wellington Nov. Ruapehu 4202 — Nov. 24 Ruahine 6127 — Dec. 22 Rimutaka 4515 — 'Jan. 19 " CARGO STEAMERS. " Tekoa 4050 | — Deo. Waimate 6688 \ — Deo. Fer fnrther partionlars apply te FRIEDLANDER BROS., Ltd. Agents, Ashburton. SHAW, SAVILL AND ALBION OOMPANY, LIMITED. FOR LONDON. AJL "O OVAL MAIL STEA* "■"•' MERS, with superior YBfiJaafifeg* 1 accommodation for all oiasseß »*■*-■*•»*"■• of passengers, oalling at Monte Video or Rio, Teneriffe , and Ply- mouth. Tons Commander, From ( Date. Gothic .-. 7759 Kidley ... Lyttl'n Oot, 13 Maori .- 5200 Moffatt ... — — • Tokomaru 6238 Maxwell ._. — — Delphio .J 8355 Sowden ... — — CARGO STEAMERS. Pakeha ...13331 (Prosser ....Lyttl'oni Aug 25 Tokomaru 6238 vl ax well Lyttl'onlSept 19 Mamari .„ 13583 JLevack J — I E, VV. HANMER, _____ Agent. "I IJSIVJN STEAMSHIP COMPANY *J OF NEW ZEALAND. Limited STEAMERS SAII FRCMLITTELTON AS UNDER: For Westpore and Greymouth — Weekly. Wellington — Monday, Tuesday, Thurs day and Saturdays NOTE— For extra sailings see advertise- ment m Christchurch papers Dunedin — Mondays, Fridays and alternate Tuesdays and Saturdays Nelson and Pioton, via Wellington — Tuesday and Saturday Sydney, via Auckland — Alternate Thursdays The above are subject to alteration ; reference should therefore be made to Ohristchureh daily papers for dates and hour of sailing For furthor particulars apply to F. FERRIMAN, Agent, Ashbnrton MUSICAL. PIANOFORTE, SINGING, ORGAN, AND THEORY OF MUSIC. ■n/r RS "oowman pox Member of the Canterbury Society of Professional Musioians, Havelock Street, Ashburton. RAKAIA— TUESDAYS. Pupilß prepared for Trinity College exam- inations. Llewellyn Owen, BJLO.W'M.-, 1-..** l_.-O.JM.. PIANOFORTE, SINGING, HARMONY, AND MANDOLTNE. MR OSBORN COOMBE, PIANO TUNER & EXPERT, (Late of London), VISITS Ashburton and Burrounding Districts every four months— viz., March, July, aud November. ORDERS may be left with MR LLEWELLYN OWEN at his Musio Studio, Arcade Chambers, ABhburton A OABD MRS A fl i~ILARIDGE il-.. V_y. V/LARIDGE TEACHER OF PIANOFORTE, ORGAN, and SINGING COX STREET, ASHBURTON. Terms on Application. ETHEL GATES, JM.IV.f.S. TEAOHER of Shorthand and Music, Piano, Organ, & Violin. RAKAIA & CHERTSEY, MONDAY & WEDNESDAY. 10 12 •+. T, H. Undbill j [b. undbill T H. UNDRILL AND CO., FURNISHING UNDERTAKERS, URNISHING UNDERTAKERS. TANORED STREET, ASHBURTON. EVERY REQUISITE ON HAND. Polished Coffins a Speoialty. Private Address, Peter Btreet, directlj behind Oddfellows' Hall • also care oi Mr T. Andrews, East Belt. 2 A Card. MISS WILLIAMS BEGS to notify the general Publio thai ehe haß started business as DRESS AND MANTLE MAKER, In the Post Office Buildings, Cameron Stbebt (oppooite Baring Square)