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over a waterfall. Tho moon lighted up the dead so that I could boo thorn all, yes, even tho face of Baloka, my sister. Never had it looked bo beautiful as m this hour, and yet as I gazed I grow afraid. "Thou wouldst not have won tliy bet now, Mopo, my servant," said Chaka. "See, they have sunk together! The rift is not full." I did not answer. Presently he spoke again, laughing j loudly as he spoke: "Thou shouldst sleep well this night, my mother, for I have sent many to hush theo tliy rest. Ah, people of the Langeni tribo, you forgot, but I remembered! You forgot how v woman and a boy came to you seeking food and shelter, and you would givo him none. O people of tho Langoni tribe, who refused mo milk when I was little, having grown great I am avongod upon you! And I shall grow greater yet—greater, over greater. Toll mo, Baleka—rise from thy sloop and toll mo whom there is that I should fear I"-—and suddenly he ceased tho ravings of Ins pride. Now, my father, while Chaka tho king spoke thus, it came into my mind to make an end of tilings and my hand was : lifted to strike out his brains, when 1 I stopped, for I saw something. There m the midst of the dead I saw an arm stir. It stirred, it lifted itself, it beckoned toward the shadow which hid tho head of , the cleft and the piled up corpses that lay ' there, and it seemed to me that the arm was the arm of Baleka. At the least, the arm rose at her side, and was ringed with such bracelets as Baleka wore, and it beckoned from her side, though her cold face changed not at all. Thrice the arm rose, thrice it stood awhile m air, thrice it beckoned with crooked fin-

ger. Then it fell down, and m the utter Bilence 1 heard its fall and a clank of the brazen bracelets. And as it fell there rose from the shadow a sound of sing ing, of singing wild and sweet, such as I had never heard. The words of that song came to me then, my father, but afterward they passed from me, and I remember them no more. Many names also came into the song, and I knew but a few of them, yet my own was there, and the name of Baleka, and the name of Umslopogaas, and the name of Chaka the Lion. Chaka heard and shook with fear. Now the Toice came nearer and now m the shadow there was a faint glow of light, like the glow that gathers on the six days' dead. Slowly it drew nearer, through the shadow, and as it came I saw that the shape of the light was the shape of a woman. Now I could see it well, and I knew the face of glory. My father, it was the face of the Inkosa zana-y-Zulu, the Queen of Heaven! She came toward us very slowly, gliding down the gulf that was fall of dead, and the path she trod was paved with the dead, and as she came it seemed to me that shadows rose from the dead, fol lowing her, the queen of the dead—thou sands upon thousands of them. Now she drew near to us, and Chaka sank upon the earth, huddled up m fear, hiding his face m his hands; but I was not afraid, my father—only the wicked need fear to look on the Queen of Heaven. Nay, I was not afraid; I stood upright and gazed upon her glory face to face. In her hand she held a little spear shafted with the royal wood. It was the shadow of the spear that Chaka held m his hand—the same with which he had slain his mother and wherewith he should himself be slain. Now she ceased her singing and stood before the crouching king and before me, who was behind the king, so that the light of her glory ahown upon us. She lifted her little spear and with it touched Chaka, son of Senzangacona, on the brow, giv ing him. to doom. Then she spoke; but though Chaka felt the touch he did. not hear the words that were for my ears alone. "Mopo, son of Makedama," said the low voice, "stay thy hand; the cup of Chaka is not full. When for the third time thou seest me riding down the storm then smite, Mopo, my child." Thus she spoke, and a cloud swept across the face of the moon. When it passed she was gone, and once more 1 was alone with Chaka, with the night and the dead. Chaka looked up, and hia face was gray with the sweat of fear. "Who was this, Mopo?" he Baid m a hollow voice. "This was the Inkosazana of the Heav ens, she who watches ever over the peo ple of our race, 0 king, and who from time to time is seen of men ere great things shall befall." "I have heard speak of this queen," Baid Chaka. '' Wherefore came she now, what was the song she sang and why did she touch me with a spear?" "She came, O king, because the dead hand of Baleka summoned her, as thou sawest. The song she sang was of things too high for mo, and why sho touched thee on the forehead with the spear I do not know, O king. Perchance it was to crown thee chief of a yet greater realm." "Yea; perchance to crown me chief of a realm of death." "That thou art already, Black One," I answered, glancing at the silent mul titude before us and the cold shape of Baleka. Again Chato Bhuddered. "^ om ®' *-et--

as bo going, Mopo, 1' ho nai<l, "Now ' havo learned whnl. it, m to bn afraid." "Early or lato, I'Var \n n pnpsv. Mini; til! must feast, ovon kinj>N, <) llarth Hlmkor," I answered, ami wo turned ami wont; homeward m nilonoo. Now ivftov thin nifthfi Obnim km,vs it out that his kraal of Uilmumspgn waft bewitched, ami bo\vit.Hu.Ml \\s\» Mm land of tho Zulus, bocamio ho might plwp no more m poaco, but woUo ow crying <»"t; with i'oar and niutiorinK th<» imtnw of Baleka. Therefore m tho owl ho lnovml hia kraal far away, and built tho great; town of Puguwi heni m .Natal. Look now, my faihor! Thnro on l,hn plain far away 1m a plueo of tho whito mou—it; inealiud tftantfor. Thnro, whom Is tho white jnan't! town, titood tho groat kraal Ihiguza. I cannot non, for my oyos aro dark; but you can «so, Who.ro tin* gat-o of (ho kraal wan built thoro m a hmiHo. It is tho place whom tho whito man glvos out juntioo. That m tho plaoo of tho gato of tho kraal through which justice never walked. Behind lit an other hmiHO, whero tho whito mou who havo sinned agaiimt him pray to tho King of lleavou for forgivonons. Tlioro on that spot liavo 1 noon many a ono who had dorio no wrong pray to a king of men for mercy, but 1 have novor t«H.«u but one who fotmd it. Out Tho words of Chaka havo como truo. I will toll them to you presently, my father. The white man holds the land; ho goes to and fro about his business of peace where impis ran forth to kill; his children laugh and gather flowers whore men died m blood by hundreds; they bathe m the waters of the Imbozamo, where once the crocodiles were fed daily with human flesh; his young men woo the maidens where other maids have kissed the assegai. It is changed, nothing is the same, and of Chaka are left only a grave yonder and a name of fear. Now after Chaka had come to the Duguza kraal, for awhile he sat quiet; then the old thirst for blood came on him and he sent his impis against the people of the Pondos, and they destroyed that people and brought back their cattle. But the warriors might not rest. Again they were doctored for war and sent out by tens of thousands to conquer Sotyan gana, chief of the people who live north of the Limpopo. They went singing after the king had looked upon them and bidden them return victorious or not at all. Their number was so great that from the hour of dawn till the gun was high m the heavens they passed the gates of the kraal like countless herds of cattle —they the unconquered. Little did they know that victory smiled on them no more; that they must die by thousands of hunger and of fever m the marshes of the Limpopo, and that those of them who returned should come with their shields m their bellies, having devoured their shields because of their ravenous hunger! But what of them? They were nothing. Dust was the name of one of the great regiments that went out against Sotyan gana, and dust they were —dust to be driven to death by the breath of Chaka, Lion of the Zulu. Now few men remained m tho kraal Duguza, for nearly all had gone with the impi, and only women and aged people were left. Dingaan and Umhlan gana, brothers of the king, were there, for Chaka would not suffer them to de part, fearing lest they should plot against him, and he looked on them al ways with an angry eye, so that they trembled for their lives, though they dared not show their fear lest fate should follow fear. But I guessed it, > and like a snake 1 wound myself into their secrets, and we talked together darkly and m hints. But of that pres ently, my father, for I must tell of the coming of Masilo; he who would have wed Zinita and whom Umslopogaas the Slaughterer had driven out from the kraals of the People of the Ax. It was on the day after the impi had left that Masilo came to the kraal Du guza, craving leave to speak to the king. Chaka eat before his hut and with him were Dingaan and Umhlangana, his royal brothers. I was there also, and certain of the Indunas, counselors of the king. Chaka waa weary that morn ing, for he had slept ill, as now he al ways did. Therefore, when one told him that a certain wanderer named Masilo would speak "with him, he did not command that the man should be killed, but bade them bring him before him. Presently there was a sound of praising, and I saw a fat man much worn with travel, who crawled through the dust toward us, giving the sibonga, naming tho king by his royal names. Chaka bade him cease from praising and tell his business. Then the man sat up and told all that tale which you have heard, my father, of how a young man, great and strong, came to the place of tho People of the Ax and conquered Jikiza, the holder of the ax, and became chief of that people, and of how he had taken the cattle of Masilo and driven him away. Now Chaka knew nothing of this People of the Ax, for the land was great m thoee days, my father, and there were many little tribes m it, living far away, of whom the king had not even heard. So he questioned Masilo about them and Masilo answered, saying that the number of their fighting men was perhaps the half of a full regi ment; that their cattle were many; that they paid no tribute and that the name of the young man was Bulalio the Slaughterer. Then the king grew wroth. "Arise, Masilo," he said, "and ran to this people and speak m the ear of tho people and of him who is named the Slaughterer, saying, 'There is another Slaughterer, who sits m a kraal that is named Du guza, and this is his word to you, O People of the Ax, and to thee, thou who holdest the ax. Rise up with all the people and with all the cattle of your people and come before him who sits m the kraal Duguza and lay m his hands the great ax Groanmaker. Rise up swiftly and do this bidding, lest ye sit down shortly, and for the last time of all.' " [The Zulus are buried sitting.] Masilo heard and said it should be so. "Begone," said the king, "and eland before me on tho thirtieth day from, now with the answer of this boy with an ax. if thou standest not before me then some

In her hand she held a little spear shafted with the royal wood.

THE ASHBURTON GUABI)IAN v : TUESDAY, OCTOBEK 10, 1899.

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TREYOKTON. FOR SALE—Lots 40 and 42 containing 1 Rood 2 Perchse, fronting Suffolk Street. Lots 16 and 29 containing 1 Rood 25 Perchts, fronting Sudbury Street. Lot 8, containing 94 Perches, Corner of Leeston and Suffolk Streets. Offers are invited for the purchase of these sections, either separately or as a whole. T. BULLOCK. TINWALD. FUR ITa L E. Sections Nob 17 and 18, each i acre, well situated, fronting the Main South Road, and only a Bhort distance from the Railway Station Any reasonable offer will be accepted T. BULLOCK.



PRINCE ALEXANDER AND CRAIGIBLEE Will Travel the Ashburton and surround ing Districts this season. For terms apply to JR. CLARKJS, 10 66 or Man In charge.' hio'bT steamship company Off NEW ZEALAND, Limited TEAMERySAII FRCMLITTELTON ASUNDER: Kor We&bport and Greymonth—Weekly. Wellington— Monday, Tuesday, Thuri 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; efereuce should therefore be made to Ohrlstcharch daily papers foi dates and hour of sailing For farther particulars apply to Fi FERRIMAN, Agent, Ashbnrton TOILET AT A LOwItENTAL. riOMMODIOUS Premises m Tanored \J Street, suitable for Shop or Store, at present occupied by Mr F, 8. Malcolm. Possession can be given about the middle of next week T. BULLLCK. EOK SALE. LEASEHOLD LAND—Rental to the Crown 1b 3d per acre 100 ACRES, not far from Hindi Rail \-&& way Station, being R.S. 36455 and others. Well watered with County water races. For terms and full particulars apply to T BULLOCK F ok salk" ~~ 148 135 148 TJIRONTING Mitcham fioad, about three JO miles from the County Saleyards »nd the same distance from th« new Freezing Works, being R.S. 28250, the property of Mr E. S. Coster. It has not been cropped for over six years. There i« ft blue gam plantation running the full length of the frontage. Exceptionally easy terms of payment can be arranged. T. BVLLOCK



npu STAKD THE SEASON AT LONGBEAOH. ALEXANDER'S HEIB, By St Alexander imp, dam Pearl, fall litter to-Mr Matthew Holmes's Crows Prinoe HARVESTER, Bay Horse, 4yrs, standing 17 handi, by Workman, dam Biosa, by Lord Beacon afield, etc., will travel the districts of Lowcliffg, Coldstream, Hinds, Wiilowby, Eiffelton, and { LoDgbeac/s, CONQtjiROB, Thoroughbred Horse by Medallion, dam Siesta, by Tradacer, granddam Hamock imp. For terms, apply to the Owner, or man m I charge, JJ 0 N GRIGG, 9 233 Longbeach MIDDLEBIGG PRIKOE. npHIS well bred Clydesdale Draught Stallion will travel the Wakaoui Road District this season. For terms and full particulars apply to— T. MILLAR, Groom m charge, Ov P. STEWART, 10 1 Proprietor, Seaviow. rp H X PRIZE CLYDEBD4.LE X DRAUGHT STALLIONS



I Stud Notices '"TO Stand m Aehburton and surrounding Districts, the well . known Trotting Stallion PJRINCK IMPERIAL, B/ Hambeltonian Bell Boy—Princess, Terms, 4 guineas j groomage fce'sj, For furtherpartioulari>pply to j. modonnell, 26 Ashburton. fJIO Stand This Season As Ashbubtoh LINZSHOT, By Chafnehot—dam La Diva; by Ban* dora, out of Mjnille, by Traduoer— Opera. Apply to E. HEALY, Groom m Charge, | Mr Cookaon'g Stables. 8 280



FRANK CURTIS, THE LEADING WATCHMAKER & JEWELLER, nREIiOoTiCET TJUBlNGßuilding Operations I have BEHOVED to Tempor ary Premises, next the Ashbur ton Club and M.S.A. ft. J~GVY 9 SADDLER, BURNETT STREET, ASHBURTON.



J.V. DE BEEB, THE LEADING JEWELLER & WATCHMAKER IS NOW SHOWING NEW GOODS- NEW GOODS A LARGE STOCK of the Newest, Brightest, and up-to-date Jewelleby. INSPECT. — INSPECT. All articles marked m Plain Figures. Just received & line of Rotheeham's Celebrated English Levebs, Made Specially to his order, with Extra Jewels, and very heavy Caseß to suit hard wear, A tew Ladies 1 Rolled Gold Wfltchec, Ten to Twenty Yeara' Guarantee, very highly recommended. Greenstone is now very ashion': able. A. new assortment of Choice Designs^ SPECTACLES. SPECTACLES. A full Stock of Lenses, on the inter changeable system. Convex and Concave, both m Blue and White. The Latest Novelty m Eyeglasses, "TUB HBVLUC." Light* and Easy, will not xall off. SIGHT TESTING A SPECIALTY. REPAIRS Prcmpt. — REPAIRS Neat. J. V.DEfBEEK, :(Late S. Salek) EAST STREET, ASHBDRTON. Frank Curtis, THE LEADING Watchmaker, & Jeweller, EAST STREET, HAS just opened up FRESH LINES nearly every department. New atock OF JRotlieram'H Watches to hand. Jewelled m six holes, compensa tion ballances, heavy cases, hunting and open faced, latest movements, keyless, and key winding. Also a new line of WALTHAM WATCHES, which are well worth inspection. Beat value m Nickel and other IJcheap; Watches m Ashburton, Largest and beat stock of Engagement and Gem Rings* I give especial value ia this line, making ! it a speciality, i wmmmmm GOLD k SILVER BROOCHES. (Noveltie: | Neat charms and Greenstone Pendants m every variety. SPECTACLES & "EYE GLASSES Accurately Stted with latest sight testing apparatus. NOTE.—AII my Spectacles are of English Manufacture. Beware of cheap French and foreign goods. Did Jewellery re-made iato latest designs at moderate charges. Watches and Clocks repaired with accuracy and promptitude*



MONEY TO LEND PBIVATELT. NCRED STREET, Next Gas^ Company's .Offices. j^OJNEY TO LEND According to Arrangement|*from JgQ AIND UPWARDS, Upon any Security. TRADE BILLS Privately Discounted. Weekly or Monthly Payments can be arranged. All Business Stbictly Confidential. DAVID ZANDER, COMMISSION & FINANCE AGENT. AGENT FOR—Sun Fire Insurance Office and Canton-Marine ,rnsurance Office. 97 1 "■"■ '" ' i Deak Boy,— XTOtTgr«ab baby i Are you Mill m»d abou the tiff we had the other, eight Don'b keep a grudge over a little thing like that. I haven't ieen him sinee,and next time Ido I'll be very cool to him. Will that do ? Dome over and Bee me soon ; my new wheel has arrived It'a a beauty* i told you I was going to get a STERLING, and [I hare. The more I hear and see of ie the gladder I am Nob a word against it, and all the girls who have ridden one say it is too perfectly Jfei lovely. No trouble with repairs. Strong as an ironclad and bo dainty m appearance. It is a darling. Juet call on the agontßiand they will tell < you all about the chain and bearings and things better than I can. Bub Ido hope you'll get one. I'm sure I'll like your looks - best on a STERLING. Tours lovingly,— Nellie.



•SUBURBAN PROPERTY. 5 ACRES, 5 Good Land, all m grass, well situated on Winter s Road. A nice site for a house. Exceptionally easy terms of Payment). . T BULLOCK. Smoke New Venua I



SPRING NOVELTIES MOW ON VIEW. I^TOVELTIES m BLOUSE MUSLINS jusb opened. Novelties m NEW PRINTS usfc opened. Novelties m NEW DRESSES usfc opened. Novelties m COSTUME DRILIS just opened. Novelties m FANCY ALPACAS & GRKNADINES Novelties m STRIPED ZEPHYRB & TUCKED MUSLINS Novelties m COSTUME L4.WNS & LINENS Novelties m WHITE PIQUES Novelties m CRAPE & SATEEN CRETONNES (big variety.) Novelties In ART MUSLINS (lovely poods ) Novelties m CEILINGS, White and Black. Novelties m LADIES' NECK WEAR Silk Scarfs, Lace Scarfs, Bows and Ties. Novelties m Rock Straw and College Hats. Novelties m Gentlemen's Straw Hats —fancy bands: NEW CLOTHING JUST OPENED. New Mercery (Including German makes) just opened. A case of Fashionable Gentlemen's Scarfs m Pairs, Oxford and Darby Ties. Tonnls, Cycling, and Bowling Head ware and Footwear—all new goods. PATTERNS POSTED WHEN REQUIRED, Dressmaking m all its branohes. Country orders carefully selected by the managerp. NORTHCOTE & HEFFORD "THE CORNER,"



IMMENSE ARRIVALS OF NKW SPUING GOODS DRESS AND FASHION. , /q\ . A NDREW ORR is Opening up a Second Shipment 'of New Spring Goods, ex " lonic. * t 55 Paris Trimmed Hats and Bonnets as Patterns 33 Dozen ladies Kid Gloves, four button, Is 6d, guaranteed The Correct Boater, trimmed with band and bow Novelties m New Dresses, including the Irogonal Glyster New Prints and Fancy Blouses Latest Un-todate Goods m the Show Room Novelties m Cycling Gloves, Sunshades, Ribbons and Flowers Japanese Siiks m all the shades Fancy Silk for Blouses, m Blouse Lengths Beautiful Stock of Ladies Bow Ties, Hats etc 100 Dozen Gentlemen's Ties, Shirts and Collars, m Great Variety Linoleum, and Floorcloths m all widths Grand Stock of Men's Clothing, Hats, and Umbrellas A large Stock of Ladies and Gentlemen's Boots and Shoes DRESSMAKING—SpeciaI Attention, Fit and Style, all that could be desired. INSPECTION INTITED, ANDREW ORR.



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FOLLOWS & BAT B, L T D,, Patentees and Manufactures, Goi'tor, Manchester. The above is on 3 of ;he Besb English LavraMowerß, an! are for sale by F. FEKEUMAN. - THINGS - WORTH KNOWING nnHAT You can SAVE MONEY if you Bay your Boots from NICHOLAS & PICKFOKD. MANUFACTURERS & IMPORTERS OF BOOTS AND SHOES, East Street, Aehburtom BOOTS & SHOEB Of Every' Description Made tol Measure. Ease andiComfort Studied. Skill and Jiidgment beiog^exerciaed [as to Formation of the Feet. Workmanship and Materials Guaranteed. CHARGES MODERATE. Bring Your Repairs to — NICHOLAS & PICKFOiD, I Lata McDonald &,' McDiarmid. FARMERS and Visitors to Aahburton, will find Mrs McGregor's Refresh ment Rooms, at) the corner of East and Burnett Streets, the most'central and best m town. Hob Luncheons daily from 12 to 2 Tea, coffee and light refreshments at all hours. Confectionery and fcuio of the best »lwaya io stock.



INSTRUCTIONS FOR WORKING, ADJUSTING & SHARPENING FOLLOWS & BATE'S NEW PATENT "RUNAWAY" Lawn Mower. NOTICE. ggS^, This Machine is despatched from the Manufactory m perfect working order, and requires no alteration whatever on reaching the handa of the uaar. If broken ■or damaged m transit), the purchaser is strongly recommended not to giro it to 1 inexperienced persons to repair, but to return it at onoe to the makers. Before commencing to cufc, see that the machine is clean, then oil all the bearings m the holes provided with the best Sperm or Olive Oil, at the Rap"c time patting a little on the elge of the cotters and bottom blade, and secure the handle firmly m the socket. Do not use Inferior or thick gummy oil as ib will clog the bearings and prevent the machine from running easily. Sweep the lawn before mlng tho machine, removing all stones worm heaps and rubbish, which will blunt the knives. Walk wl ha quick step m working the machine. How to Cot the Grass and Leave it £ to 1 Inch Long —The height of cut is varied V«y raising or lowering iho wooden roller In the elides, and In al'erlng care must be taken to do so equally at each end, and to tighten up tha nuts on bolts afterwards. If the ground is soft and sponay, tho back roller most be lowered a little to prevent the machine from cutting too closely, H<3w to Cut the Edges or Borders of Gravel Walks —Lower the back roller as far ai possible, and run one wheel on tiie grass and the other on the walk, taking only 5 or 6 Inches of grass. How to Mow a Bank.—Stand at the top and work the machine down the Incline, or stand at the bottom and I work the machine diagnally along the I bank, bat not m a direct line from bottom I «-o top. How to Coixect the Grass—Slide I the curved iron name plate between the two grooves, and secure Ib firmly by tightening the thumb screws ; then drop the Graaa Collecting Box into fc'ie recess provided. how to pcattbb the cot grass evknly on the lawn iv hot weather, to Protect the Sod From Being Scorched by the ?vr'& Rays.—Use the machine without the Grass Collecting Bos and the curved iren name plate. In this o-der the machine cats long grass without clogging, and will be found useful f>r undulating ground ; also close op to trees, clearing the gnes well away from i tha bottom of the trunks. In moving the machine abont from place to place, tarn the handls over, so as to raise the cylinder from the ground, and then push it forward ; the cylinder will then cease to rotate. It can ba taken m this convenient; manner on the roughest j road, without doing it the slightest injury. How to Sharpen and Adjust the Knives—Fir.it by means of the box spanner, bring th<- cylinder and bottom blade m contact, then remove both of the ! driving wheels and the pinions, taking care not to lose the ratchets ; reverse the direction of tha cylinder by placing the lefb hand pinl< n en tho right hand side ; refix the driving wheel n this cide and screw the small handle into ib. Mix some orn emery and oil together m a saucer and put a Jit tie on a slip of leUbor about two inches wide ; draw tho handle of thf machine to the ground and knetl up->n it, turn the cylinder backwards by means of the small handle m the driving wheel, applying the emery at !he samo time to the edge 9of the cattera, and continue until the cylinder revolve 3 easily. After sharpening, clean the machine thoroughly and replace the driving wheels, pinions, and ra'chets, m their original positions, the cylinder should then cut thin writing paper when tested, revolve with freedom, and not requiie sharpening again for a year.



TO ALL MY OLD CLIENTS FARMERS, AND RESIDENTS OF ASHBURTON COUNTY.^ IBEQ to inform you that I have severed my connection with the Canterbury Mill, whi;h wai under my management for over ervii ye.rs, and hava PURCHASED from vir X t.via Thomas the WAKANUI HOLLER FLOUR MILLS. The Canterbury Mill, which is the ttroperty of the Bank of New Zealand Assets Board, is still trading under the name of Rollitt So Co., so to avoid confusion with correspondence, I would like to auk you to address all orders to THOMAS ROLLITT, "WAKVNUI ROLLER FLOUR MILLS, AeHBUJRION On and after October Ist, lahall be pleased to supply you with first-class ROLLER FLOUR, WHEAT MEAL, BRAN & SHARPS, at lowest current rates. FOR THE CONVENIENCE OF FARMERS DOING GRISTING, I hava arranged to keep a supply of Flour, Bran, and Sharps at the Stores of the N.Z. Farmers' Association, West Street, where Farmer*, Shareholders or non-Shareholders, can lbave their Wheat and get Flour, Bran, And Sharps m exchange. THOMAS ROLLITT. WAKINOI ROLLER FLOUR MILLS, & 235 ASHBURTON. E. W, HANMEB. NOTICE OF REMOVAL TO NEW PREMISES. HAVING arranged premises with the Farmers' Co-operacivo Association, have much pleasure m stating that m future 1 shall carry on my business at the offices nod store lately occupied by the above As Boctation at) the corner of West Street and Havelock street (the Loan and Mercantile old premises. STORAGE AT LOWEST RATES. CORNSACKS AT CURRENT PRICES, 1 152 E. W. HANMER. WANTED Known—2so Sacks Finest Blue Derwent Potatoes, Is lid per Sack, or 2 Bags for 3s 9d ; further reduc tions by the ton. Beauty of Hebron, 25lbs for Is ; Early Rubies, 20 bs for Is, at Flet chbr Pros , Cash Supply Stores. M~~RS R. J: HUGHKS, Certificated Ladies' Nurse, takes m accouche ment cases ab her residence, Triangle, Aahburton. Every cue and attention iven. P WANTED Koown- "The Corner" is the place to buy your Spring Outfit for the Show. Evorything new.—NORTH QOXS AND HjOTORD.



PUBLIC NOTICES I Established 1880 Telephone 69 BAKER BROS., FURNISH INO TT NTNCRTAKBRB URNIS II! N G Un DM RTA KERS DIRKCT ImpurttTß of Best and Lttea Peaigna In FUiNERAL FURNISHINGS FUNERALS conducted with the greatest care and satisfaction, ab most reasonable charges. Corner of Waksnai Road and Gaes Streets; and Baker and Brown's Coaoh Faotory. j ST. M. .Undriix  [e« ukdbill T H UNDBILL AftJD CO., TTICJIWrSHING UNDERTAKER?; Jj URNISHUNG UNDERTAKERS. TANORED STREET, ASHBURTON EVERY REQUISITE ON HAND.; Polished Coffins a Specialty. A Choice Assortment of Artificial Wreatha n Stock. —■ Private Addreßß, Peter Street, directly behind Oddfellows' Hall ; also care of Mr T. Andrews, East Belt. 2 HARDLEY BROS. XTAVE just; opened up their newly imported Stock of Fishing Tackle. FLIES, MEMKOWS, ! TRACES, LINKS, GAFF HOOKS, RODS, IN 3KEAT VARIETY. j A LARGE ASSORTMENT OF Garden Tools AT PRICES THAT DEFY UOMPJBTITIO. PLOMBBBS, Tinsmiths, & Gasfitters. Hob and cold water laid en at the shortest notice. A LARGE STOCK OF TANKS, BATHS, SINKS, PUMPS, Etc, TO SELECT FROM. ESTIMATES GIVEN WITH PLEASURE HARDLEY Bros.