HORSE-BREEDING IN NEW ZEALAND.

[CONTRIBUTE!/]

NO IV.

The different itamps of oroß»brad homes ia the oolony are a miadellanaous oolUo ion comprising breeds oi ail descriptions. First there is what in called the haokney, of which we have no pure-bred type in thia colony, •uoh as exists in England. Than come sarriaga horses, hunters, ro&dstera, ooachers, Norfolk trotte.», "stftidurd bred American" trotters, and " colouial bred standard " trot tew, and <<thsr varieties too numerous to mention* The great question at the pre*ent time, owing to the war, ia undoubtedly the ev&toy horse and how we can produce a horns np to the standard required. Bat we require a better all round class of light horses than obtain! at present, independent) of Army hones, and one requirement must ba ■uppl'% in the tame way ai the other, by •Voiding what is proved ia practice to be bid, M wall m wrong in theory, namely, the breeding with two crossbred animals, whtch rilttltl ul otongreliiation of the stock. Some psop'e s&v the orossbred entire will produce ■took fit for army purposes; The only pos tible value that any of these sires can be in that direction would be by crossing with a thofcmhtc d mare. Unßoundneas would thea be the ohief danger to be grappled with, s>ttd it is essential that the foundation of an improved stamp of light horses should be free from anything of this nature. The coknlnl h&cknpy sire, if of parehred stock, »ad if it resembled the English hackney, would be invaluable, but unfortunately there i« no recognised standard for the had aey in this colony. Consequently the olMiifioattoß is done by the owu r^, wi.ho it reiferaint from any authority. A person m*v hay», say, ft v ry fast tret ing mare, h\lf draught perhaps, and have her mated to »n American tiolter. If the result ia a ott foal, in nine case? out of teD it would be kept for the stud, and entered as a "standard bred trotter l'* 'i he owner will argue that it could nob be otherwise, because both s re and dam were trotters. This ii one of the principal eausee of the deterioration of aonea in this solony, and a fair sample of the origin of some of our stamps of crossbred light horses. Can iti be woudered at by this indiscriminate style of breeding that our hacks are a very inferior stamp. No wonder that we have nothing here to approach the English faaokney. This horse was originally called the Road Horse, and was built more for carrying weight than for speed or appenr anoe. Bat In process of time a different olMl of aolmai was wauted, and a different ciais produced. Hackney Societies were formed all over England, a standard was

fixed, and the Societies endeavoured to main tain It. Unfortuaasely, through too rouoh

inbretding they find the hackney has been deteriorating, and they are now taking measures to correcb this. Those who do not

etudy the different types of horses generally assume that a hackney is also % harness horse,

which if a mistake. A hackrey is of d'ffsient eon»truotioD r or should be, from a harness horse. A hackney is a a&dd'e horse, and its conformation should be such that in all its paces kho rider should be able to ride with comfort. For this purpose a good hackney must resemble largely the thoroughbred, but stronger and stouter built, standing from 15,2 to 15 3 hinds high, shorter ia cannon hone and pastern, with a shoulder and withers set) straighter on than that of a harness homo, to ensure ease to the rider, short back, short coupling, well rounded hindquarters, free in all his movement?, whether walking, trotting or oanterhijr. The hackney ie not wanted for galloping. A carriage horse should be of different build altogether. The shoulder should bn more (loping to tike a collar, with plenty of i otioH and style, a good head and well i rchad neck; Colts intended for o»Tiag-i purposes should aot becastiMtfld so joung as for other work. If they were allowed to remain till two years old it would allow them to develop a more showy n"ck. Of (lie othpr crosnbred horses little reed be said, beyond this, that the Booner the couritiy is rid of them the better, »s they aro t>imp!y mongroliaing the stock that we have There in one typp, however, which oalls for more than pus'ing comment, that is the American " «t>vndard brad" trottiDg horgo, as ita ndvent is of more recent date, and as it was proph sied that this Hor«e wou'd revolution ise our stock of saddle an-i harness horses, and that we could with it breed any sort required an will. They have assuredly been the mean* of revolutionising our light horses, hub in a downward direction. Before the arriv-.l of, and until our light stock got oanUmi'tnted by, the American blood, we had a good and fairiy sound lot of light horses, the progeny moet'y of thoroughbreds, th»» o >uld be ridden or driven wi:h ease and tafcty any distance. Now all this is changed and we have only just awoke to a blunder which Ins been going on under our eyes for nearly twenty yeirs, and might have cone on longer h id it not been for the ut usual demand littely for supplying cavalry horses for Afrio. Owing to the falling off in the standard of thoroughbreds, the American crossbreds became the rage, and breeding was carried on with ntter disregard to the results, which hate now proved to be dieaa'rous, not only as regards inferiority of stamp, but it has given ua a race of unsound homes aa weil The importation of this crossbred cannot be found faulb with, but the way it has been used, or rather misused. No barm oould have been done if the strain had been kept to itself, or if used for crossing with thoroughbreds for working stock But take ■uch progeny far the stud &ad pat them to ordinary hacks or halt draughts, and it would he folly to expect anything but mongrels not worth their grass. There has been any amount of suoh foiiy, and of BUch results, and the breeder blames anything but his own ignorance or lecklessness. Kj one who has been constantly using saddle and j harness horses for the last 20 years would c»y that we have as good a stamp now as then. If the trotters have any good in them at all, it is in their own place, on the soft track. They have demonstrated that they are not road horaeSg for experience has shown that

«8 soon as they are pub on road work, even though there were no indications previously, all kinds of uneoundneaa become manifest. Some critics say thab the trotters are con demned too boob, that it. is scarcely time yet to tell whether their off pi ing are going bo

prove successful or not. One has only to look at the so-called hacks that are being ridden or driven and if an unsound one

comes along aak how it waß bred, and it-

will be almost sure to ba found containing a large strain of ' trotting' or other cross bred blood. I repeat that as road horses they »a neither safe to ride or drive, owing to their conformation, through their short) ■tumpy paaterni they are devoid of 'action,' consequently they are most uncomfortable to ride. The fore leg is placed in front of them as if it was a still they are using. The foot, instead of being plaoed t quarely and firmly on the ground, is only partly planted, con •eq'ienfcly if the hnrse cornea in contact wich a atone or other object protruding above tho even surface, it would be liable to come down a oropper. In harness it is t|»9 same. They are such slugs that it is painful to drive them a few miles, and at the same time the driver has to hold on to the reina to keep them from fallicg* We mis? the sure-footed animals of former d»y, which had ne occasion to pick their Btepi, and would carry their riders over bhe roughest country with ease and safety. The contrast is hero striking between the asreiibreds and the thoroughbreds, the latter being as much at home on the hard road as on the racing track. They have such an easy style of motion, an<? their en durance is such that they will go until they drop, Tho superiority of the thor oughbred will not be disputed by anyone with any knowledge of horse flash. As to the fitnes* of the thoroughbred for breed log banters, carriage horses, and also trot- j ten, let me mention a horse whose namo will nob be forgotten. I refer to Talisman, by Traduoer, well known In Canterbury and Ocagf, He aired a hunter (bred by Mr T. CFeeohemaker, of Otaio) which was exported to England finally, and held his own among ths beat of the stock there and commanded f rest attention, a horse i hat waa ridden for several years in this colony with hounds, and carried IBifc on his baok easily, and those who h-ive had the pleasure of teeing him will I think admit that he waa as fine a stamp of hunter aa oould be produced, and the pity was that he was not left en tire. Another ton of Talisman's, St>. Leonard, % carriage nhallion, well known in North Canterbury, wai plaoed first in a show ring ajieikd of th« beit imported thoroughbreds ,

in Chrlstohuroh at th« time. Another ion of TalUflifcn'e, Dcx er, left «g lotna of th« fastest trotters we have had on road or track, so it is not) only the American bred trotters that can leava trotfctrs. Other equally successful thoroughbred sires oould be mentioned as leaving, bneid^s racers, other aiiftfal sorts of horses. Our only hope for improysmept in *h« stump of our light horses is throng^ th« thoroughbred, and other purebred strain".

THE ASHBtfBTON GtJABDIAtf; MUKDA? AUGUST 11, 1904

Printed and published by Awbed John Tysrell-Baxteb, of Wills atreeb weife for the Proprietors, Robiss BgbL tj}3 Henry Adam Mack^Yi at bhair Printing Office, Burnett Street, Ashbarfcon, SATURDAY, AUGUSt 11, 19Q0,



E W HANMKR. r E. W. H \ N M P. R. TO FABMIRS. TAM prepared to make very liberal cash advanoes on ill produce—Grata, Wool, JWon Mutton or Limb, Sheep 3kiD», eto, ! etc., which may be placed in my hands for *ale here-r-or for sale by my representatives in London. I shall not charge any Commission here for the advance —and my representatives in London having the full knowledge of dealing with all produce consignments whio'i they may receive, and having plenty of money to meet my drafts, will not sacrifice anything entrusted to their care, if there ia the slightest chance of doing better by holding for a while. The question of selling indis criminately because they do not know per sonally the eonaignor, is a very strong fea ture in the mode of doing their business, which has always recommended them. E. W. HANMER.



MONEY TO LEND. I HAVE Trust Monies for Investment) in sums of £500 to £5000 on First Mortoaob ab lowest cu-ren* r-»tep. DAVID ZANDER, TarcredeeSirt . j """■" ' • " ■ ■ " '" '" """ "' -' ■ " ' '"' SMOKE NOSEGAY TOBACCO. The Latest and Best Mannfactured by T O Williams & C«., Richmond, V.A. LOOK OHBAP WINTER FIRING, NEW MOUNT SOMEEF COAL. OUTPUT has Trebled daring the id twelve oaeuths TT IS USEJ EVERYWHERE. This Cos! is thß Beet »nd Cheapest Sfieatr vnd Household Coal in the market. Used in the Woollen Factory and Oante jury Floor Mills. GIVES SPLENDID RESULTS WRITE FOR PRICES TO G. T. PAKE, MOUNT BOMEBS. Smoka New Yen s



QHE&P FARMS NEAR TINWALD FOR IMMEDIATE SALE. QA ACRES, with splendid little Home stead. The farm ia in good heart, Also,— 114 ACRES, WITH HOUSE, E<ro. Both Farms are well sub-divided and well watered. Apply at onoo— j?.. W. HAMMER



A CARD. \ Bsarich Office has been opened by the undersigned at Messes NiOOLL BROS , Em Street, where they will carry on practice as Barristers andSoliqitors. MAUDE & HARMAN, Solicitors, Chrißtchuroh Money'to Lend at Lowest Current Bateß on Freehold Security. No Procuration too, s mmmmm MAUDE & HARMAN, 12 48 ' Aghbuttoa. riIHOSB who desire a convenient house X and m-todate, should consult Hard lsy Bros., for gc<d supply ofhotaadeold water.



G. MEDDINS "THE PEOPLE'S IRONMONGER Opposite Arcade, Burnett; Street;, INVITES particular attention to his «tock of Goods especially suitable for the Spring Season, including GAfiDKKINGTOOLS of every description. Garden Spades and Rnkes, <>arden Hoes and Forks, Dutch Hose, Ga den Trownls, Hedge Shears, > Weeding Forks, etc, etc. India Rubber Hose Pipe TOOLS ! TOOL'S ! TOOLS ! In Carpenters' and Farmers' Tools I have the best selection in Ashbtirton County, at my well known prices, which are the luw. sb. BUILDEKS' IBONMONGERY Of every description, »t bedrock prices, ncludin'4 Locks of all kinds, Hinges. Screws, Brass Goods, REGISTER •JRATJBS, MANTELPIECES, etc. AG^'NT far the following Makers' xtANGISS :- Shacklock's Okion. Banin* 1 hasn't* Zbalandia., Scott's Atlas, Crown Iron Wo. ks Ch&llengb Storrier's Champion, ■ FURNISHING AND HOUSEHOLD IRONMONGERY to sois everybody. BRUSHWAKE, TINWARE, &o. Doni 1 forgot a penny saved is a penny gained.



/GOVERNMENT LIFE INSURANCE DEPARTMENT.



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SECURITY is unimpeachable; the pay ment of every policy is guaranteed by the State; and, in addition, the accumu lated Insurance Fund, invested in the soundest securities, now amounts to over three millions sterling. T IBBBALITY is unequalled. Policies in I J arrear are kept alive so long as the charges on the policy are not in excess of the surrender value. Policyholders are unrestricted as to travel, residence, and occupation. Claims are promptly paid. Premiums are charged for age nearest birthday. Policies are unchallengeable on any ground except fraud, or suicide within six months. T7ICONOMY is insured by direct Farlia- Jli mentary supervision. All expenditure outside payment ol claims, &c, has first to receive the sanction of the Legislature. Funds, over THREE MILLION POUNDS. Annual Income, over £400,000. Cash Surplus In 1896 (for three years), £225,000, 3. H. BIOHABDSON, 0J Commissioner.



30-(Juinea Bicycle cladhs-or gents-) Pjee 80 M Piano Free. 30 M Gold Watch 0 £& Free 80 « % Sewing Machine Free. TRIP TO THE PARIS EXHIBITION DF 1900 ALL EXPENSES PAID, VALUE 30 GUINEAS, FREE. IN order to Increase the escalation of the Woman s World we have made arrange ments whereby any subscriber may gain a ladies' bicycle, value'3o guineas, a gentleman's bicycle, value 30 guineas, & 7-oetave walnnb piano, value 30 guiueas, a gold watch, ladles' or gentlemen's, value 30 guineas, without any coot beyond the mbsciiptlon money. This system is not Interdedfor the idler—to receive something .oi nothing—bat for those who are willing to use a little cleverness, in their spare time, for which they receive these handsome prizes. Carriage paid to your door. If you want any of the articles named above you can procure them by becoming ft subscriber to tha Woman's Worl». This makes you eligible to participate in our method of procuring the articles named free of cost to you. Every subscriber to the Woman s Would is entitled to one of these prizes, accord ing to conditions we send. Subscription for one year Pose free, Ss lOd. Send addressed envelope with stamp (of any country will do) for copy of paper, and full instructions, how to proceed, also cay which prize you select). Address — THE "WOMANS' WOKLD," BRENTFORD, LONDON, W« ENGLAND.



— 28.000 IN USE JN THIS COLONY giin.i.jl -\ ■®. r ji^^^^^^^M) THEY BURN LIGNITE, TRUE GOAL OR WOODUP TO 2ft 6in NO SETTING"kEQUIKED. With Stove Fipe can be worked oat in the open. SPLENDID BREAD BAKERS. With Cast Iron or Copper Boilers. The Copper Boilers are large and Tin-lined inside REPAIRS ARE A MINIMUM. Made in all sizes, single or double ovens. High or low pressure boilers Sold by all Ironmongers, from whom Catalogues can be obtained, or from the maker H. E. SHACKLOCK, LTD., SOUTHEND FOUNDRY, Princes Street, DUNIDIN,



FENCING MATERIALS. STAKES, STAKES, STAKES Barbed Wiie. Plain Wire. IRON STAND&EDS to order in any' quantify. COAL. COAL. COAL. Tt YOU Want Good WESTPORT COAL! IF YOU Want Good BLACKBALL COAL! IF YOU Want Good NEWCASTLE COAL! IF YOU Want the Moßt Economical Coal in the market, get "SHAG POINT." Send your Orders to as, and you will save money, and keep yenr temper g«od. We have all the above Coals, and can supply yoar wants immediately W. H. COLLINS & CO., BBMOYBD TO MITCHELL & TURNERS OLD PREMISES, TANORED STREET



IN FULL-SWING. STOCKTAKING SALE AT " THE CORNER." (COMMENCING OUR LABT H DAYS.) ANOTHER BATCH OF ■* KEAL JOB LINES. (Must be SoTd) 6 Only'*Mod's Tweed Overooatß; 7s 6d, worth 21a 7 Only Assorted Men's Tweed Sao Coats, 9a to 12«, worth 21s 3 Only Trousers and Yeats, 12* 6d, worth 22s 6d 6 Cardigan Jackets 4* 9d, were 8s 6d 13 Assorted Boy's Tweed Kaicker Suits, 6s lid and 7a 6d, (mm* be >een to be valued, worth 12s) Large Turkey Handkerchiefs, 3 for 1« Silk Striped Mufflers Is 6d, usually 2* 6d 9 Pairs Women's Lace K>d Boats, usually 12s 6d, now 6s lid 16 Dozen Derby Scarfs, 4 for a Is (worth treble the money) 16 Only Men's Flannel Unders 2" lid, usually 3s lid (a real bargain) 43 Pairs Women's Leather Slippers 3a 3d (Sawn), word 4s 9d, (be«t,|v»lue in Aahburton without doubt) 125 Fairs Ladies' Kid Fur Topped Gloves, 2a lid, (during sale only) 24 Pairs Men'n Lamb Wool Pants, 4e6d (worth 6i6d) 300 Boy's Tweed Gaps, 6 for Is (look at these) 46 Hearth Ruga 6s 6d, worth 9<s 6d (hard to be equalled) 3 only large Kidder Carpet Squares, 29i 6d (worth 49* 6d) 40 Dozan White Turkey Towels, 6d, 9d, Is 60 Dozen Brown Turkey Towels, 6d, 9d, 1b 250 Yards Bordered Apron Cloths, s£d, worth 9J 10 Pairs Fay Blouie Flannellettes, 2£d, 4^d, 6d 4 large lot of Plain Colors at Sale value 22 Dark Tapestry Quilts, 5s 6d 75 White Blankets, 3s 9d each 80 Grey Blankets, 5s 3d each 1050 Yards Cretonnes (all designs) 4^, s&d, 6^d 49 P*ira Lace Curtains 3a 3d, worth 5a 6d 35 Holland Aprons, Is, 1b 6d, Is 9& 16 Child's Tunics, 3s lid, worth 6s 6d Special Seductions during the last 2 Weeks on the Balance of our Ladiea' Trimmed Hats, Ladies' C»pes, and Ladies' Jacket*. 14 Children's Mackintoshes, 3a 63 to 6a lid, must be cleared 1879 Yards Wide Fancy Ribbons, for neck wear, 4d, 4|d, s£i, 6d j worth up to 3s per yard 115 Yards Fty Dress Tweeds, 7|l; were Is 31 66 Yards Silk Striped Crepon Is 6d a yard (was 2a lid) Ladies' Belts 3d, si, 9d (worth treble) 60 Pairs Corsets, assorted from la lid to 4s 6d s all Jodd a:zs» aud mak — originally 2s 9d to 9< 6d 12 Pieces Colored Velveteen Is s|), all shade* 2 Pieces only Black Velveteen, ll^i 37 Yards Evening Tinsel Dress Stuff Is 3d (was 2i 3d) Perambulator Quilts, new aad worth inspecting. Cob Quilts, new and w inspecting. Full size Bedstead Quilts new and worth inapetting, «PEND IOUE CASH_AT THIS SALE IMORTHCOTE W& HEFFORD ««THE CORNER



BELFAST AND FAIRFIELD FREEZING WORKS MANURES, ARE THE BEST TjlOR TURNIP, RAPE WHEAT, AND ANY OTHER CROP. SPECIAL MANURE can be math for any kind of Soil, or description of crop. SATISFACTION GIVEN EVERYWHERE LAST SEASON. MANURE CAN BE SUPPLIED IN 1 Owt, or 2 Owt. SACKS Orderß received b/ f^niii:oi.,A]\r>it:K brom., Limitoti., DAVID THOMAS, OR A SSSSOCJIA/AIOW OF OAJNTJBtEtjBtTifcY, JUlmlted., CANTERBURY FROZEN MEAT AND DAIRY PROPUCI EXPORT COMPANY. LIMITED. 8 80 F. WAYMQUTH Seop»t«ry. IIREAf^INTER SALE (For 31 Days) COMMENCING FRIDAY MORNING. JULY Bth GKEAT REDUCTIONS IN GENERAL & FANCY DRAPERY, CLOTHING, & BOOTS. Splendid Opportunity for Cash Purchasers. i ROSLYN Blankets from 16a 9d English Blankets Sa 6d to 12s 9d Men's Saddle Tweed Trousers, Colonial, 10a 6d to 12s^6d Men's All Wool Kaiapoi Trousers 5s 6d, 6s 9d, and 7s 6d Men s Waterproof Coats, sewn seams, greatly reduced Ladies' Jackets, Capes, and Mantles half price 60 Maids' Macintoshes at 4s 6d; Ladiet.' 7s 6d Black Cashmeres from Is 6d per yard Grand Stock of Ladies' Corsets much under usual price Navy and Black Serges, all wool, much reduced Every Article in Stock largely Discounted TAILORING DEPARTMENT,—Raving secured the aervicei of ft first-class CUTTER, Suits now made from £8 38,fperfect fit. DRESSMAKING,—This Department is giving every satisfaction; fit and style, at moderate prices, ANDREW ORR.



1900 WINTER 1900 A SEASONABLE HINT TO THE PUBLIC. TRY MITCHELL AND TURNER for BLANKETS, TRY MITCHELL AND TURNER for beat value in FLANNELETTS TRY MITCHELL AND TURNER for LADIES 1 JACKETS, each one a Novelty TRY MITCHELL AND TURNER for all kinds and sizes of knitted UNDERWEAR TRY MITCHELL AND TURNER for DRESS GOODS and DRESS MAKING TRY MITCHELL AND TURNER for MEN S and BOY'S CLOTH ING of every description. GRAND NEW PREMISES IN BURNETT STREET.



GOOD NEWS FROM THE FRONT. Jkruger learns that the British, mean toj|get Justice for all in South Africa. WE HOPE the People of Ashburton have learned*that we give Justice to onr Customers in alt oar numerous lines. We have just landed, per the sa " Whakatane," the finest assortment of Braßß and Iron BEDSTEADS ever landed in Town. Latest styles and I designs. Direct from the Manufacturers in Birmingham. Gall early and see for yourselves. About 100 Bedsteads to choose from ; all sizes; all prices. BEDDING of all kinds kept in stock and made on the premises. We have also just received a choice shipment, per the 8 s Rangatira, of TAPESTRIES, SERGES, PLUSHES, UTRECHT VELYET3, ORETTONES, Etc , for Furniture, And. having secured the services of a First-class Upholsterer (late of Mel bourne), we are prepared to make New and Repair Old FURNITURE in up-to date styles, at lowest prices, on shortest notice. Linoleums, Oilcloths, Rugs, Mats, Matting, Carpets, etc, just opened. New patterns, grand designs, per s>" lonic' At the request of numerous Customers, we have imported a choice assort ment of OILCLOTHS for Dados,, which have fust opened up in splendid order, Osill and inspect them. For Bedroom Ware, Dinner and Tea Ware, Fancy Goods, Pictures (framed aod unframed), Photo Frames, Yasea, etc, see our stocks before buying else wl ere. Pictures framed in latest styles, Largest stock of Mouldinga in Town to choose from. Colonial, American, and Austrian Chairs, Folding Chairs, Camp Stools and Wicker Chairs, Bamboo Tables, and Flower Stands with fancy stand and hanging pots, also a few Bamboo Overmantles. Bamboo Cornice Poles, all jizes and prices Duohe6se Tables and Chests, Wastistands and Wardrobes, kopt in stock and made to order in any design. Perambulators, Go-Carts, Children's Chairs of all kinds, at various prices, LIBERAL DISCOUNT FOR CASH, AT T. H. UJN DRILL & CO., OABinETMAKERS, UPHOLSTERERS, & UNDERTAKERS, TANCRED STREET, opposite Aeoadb.



MELLOR'S ZEA LANDIA BOOT STORE THE LEADING BOOT SHOP, TH the Most RELIABLE House for GOOD AND CHEAP BOOHS, 0 aim is to give you the Mis* value for littlk mokky. HONESTY is oat Polio We viV aot Guarantee you an article unless we know it will give yon every Bati^aabion, One QCrUI it all we ask—Our Good* Sell themselves. «- ».,»»»- j M.ELLOR, (TANORBD BTBEF ASHBUBTON SMOKE ONLY NEW VENUS PERFECT TOBACCO.



4 Cinnamon Cure, Wahoo, KoolibaL of Benjamin Gum c"» 2 Ashbubtoh DBPaCv WIBTER'S ROAD, ALLENTON Within three minaben' walk of the Fublio School THAVE rccoivd ins'ruotions from *Sh J Fowler, to eel I five aore« of laud, on which U erected a cornfortßbia house of eight rooms and a coavanient *tab!e and trap sh«d. The orchard is well stocked with fraic trees, and the site cannot be beaten for reaidarnlal purposes F' FEBRIMAW, A In peter Streeb, COMFORTABLE HOME, consisting of 7 rooms, with bath and abundant f-upplyof water, detached washhooße, i acre of good land, planted with fruit fcreea* within three minutes' walk of the railway station. The greater portion of the purchase money can remain on snortgagt. F. FffiRRIMAN, , Agent, ABhkarton.' TO lilfT^ OFFICES IN HAVILOOK STREET, npwo Rooms, with shed, lately «ceapled X by Mr Jolliffe, Havelock Street. oppoeite Mr John Thomas' Grain Store. F FERRIHAN TO LET, " TANCRED STREET, ASHBURTON A SHOP with two full windows, together wish an attachen dwelling oi 5 rooms, copper, etc. The shop is situated next to Mr Hall, Herbalist •_ F FERRIMAN ~_™_ , , , CARTER'S TERRACE, TINWALD



ifPH&T very desirable Property, at 1 present occupied by Mr A Hewaon, consisting of 4 acres of land with 9 roomed house, detached waehhouse and dairy, good stabling, traphouse etc. F FERRIMAH " WAKANUI ROAAE. "~~S FOB SALE HOUSE of 8 rooms, A acre of land. Price £150, £30 deposit. F. FERRIMAN FOE SALE, Alford Forest Road, HOUSE of 6 rooms and IJlaorefl o! land, adjoins Mr George Hosken's property j easy terms. P. FERRIMAN FARM FOR SALE. " Q A Acres, wibhin 2 miles of Ashburton, , Ott This Bbonld prove a soand invest' t ment for capital. Price, £1174. Thia property will let en a long lease to a good tenant. ' F. FERRIMAN. Prinoese Btreub and Smith's Road i An exoellenb opportunity " I HAVE been initruoted to tell all that block of land situated as abore, con* taming 8 acres 32 perches, together with the buildings situated thereon, compruing a 6 i roomed dwelling and shop, oarpenter'i work i shop, stable ana cow thed. Two acres hay« \ been laid off as an orchard, and are w«ll stocked with choice fruit trees, A water race rues through the property The land 1 will be sold as a whole or the building with 4 acres of land may be had separately. F. FERRIMAtf. FOR SALE-AT ALLENXON, A First class Block of Land, containing 5| acres, well watered, long frontage on a good road. The greater portion of the purchase can remain at 5 per cent. Adapted for subdivision. Ai.yone with a little capital, and half an eye to the future, will inspect} and seenre this block, F. FERFIMAN. ■ "-" FOX BALB, " ■ A Fonr Roomed Hoase and £ acre of XX. land in the suburbs. Price £l&0.* F. FERRIMAN , TO LEI ' BURNETT STREBT WEST A COMFORTABLE Ooktageof 3 rooms, well situated. Rental—s« 6d F. FERRIMAN. FOB SALlii 5 Town Sections, a capital site foe building, within 4 minutes' walk of Post Office F. FERRIMAN. FOR SALE, TANORED STREET, The Residential Street of the Town, A Comfortable Dwelling of 8 rooms | the section is well fenced, and of good quality. F. FIRRIMAN.



Fruit Trees and Poses. riIHE undersigned having the largest etoo X of FRUIT TREES and ROSES i New Zealand, begs to offer them to the public at the following prices— APPLES, on blight-proof stocks, 2yrt olt% 61 per dozen ; 3yra old, 9a per doz; 4yw old, 12a per dcz; syrs old, ia fall bad and bea ing, 15s per doz. LWMS, rre old 6s per doz; 3yrs old, 8 pec doz } 4yrs old, 12s per doz; syr« old 15a per doz; 6yrs old, 18s per doz, ROSES, Hybrid Perpetuate, 5a per doe  Tea Scented, etc, 8s per doz. SEEDLESS GORSE, Plante 10a per 100; £4 per 1000; CuttiDgs, 20a per 1000. Unknown correspondents must send a remittance with their orders. Catalogues and prices of Frait and Forest Treea and Ornamental Shrubs of all desorip tion forwarded on application, ROBERT CLEAVE, Nurseryman and Seedsman, Invercargill, H.Z. Established 1868.



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