FLOODS AT TEMUKA.

The rapid rise of the Temuka river created some little excitement in the neighbourhood. The following, reported in the Temuka Zeader, is especially interesting as showing the gallant conduct of a young Maori :— An exciting inoidenb of bhe iood was the relief of an old aged pensioner named Ger rity, who ased to camp on th« Temuka, riverbed. He was warned by Mr Charles Eraser that the position of his camp was no 1) R very safe one, but he declined to move. When the river rose attention w»b directed to his position through his calling out for help. J Leonard, a native of the pa, heard his cries, and endeavoured to bring h:m across, but the current wa« too strong. Ha tried repeatedly to gee him over, and, at a responsible «ye witness remarks " He swam like a fish," and tried to carry th« man ever on hii back. Constable Andrew, who had meanwhile gone to the Maori pa with the view of getttDg the use of a boat or canoe, observed Leonard signalling for help, and , managtd to procure a rope. This Leonard utiUzsd, nad swimming (he river again j aecai«d it to Gerrity. Same of the natives from the pa and tome European helpers took charge of the rope and towed Gerrity across the flooded river, Leonard meanwhile swimming alongside and keeping the unfor tunate man"* bead above water. It is needless to say that Leonard's action wm created by the onlookers with cheers. On Gerrity being landed, Mr J H Andereon, of Temuka, immediately lent assistance, and stripping himself of shirt, eto, clothed the unfortunate man. He was conveyed to Nurse Linton'u hospital, in Mr Rcbsrts' trap, aad received every attention from Dr H*yes and Nurse Linton. He was doing very well, we were informed, »t a late hour lost evening; Outside tho Star Hole), where the poor man was handed over to the authorities, Leonard wag greeted with cheers, in thia connection it may be men tioned that the dangerous position of camp leg on tha riverbeds is only known to some of the other residents, but to ,Mr Cronin is due ths credit for first directing attention to the.danger of Gerrity's position.

THE LATEST Fatal Tram Car Accident.

United Press Association—By Electric Telegraph Auckland, October 18 Ac elderly man named John Brown, a flue miller from Port, Waikato, was ran over by a tram oar in' Queen Slreeb to-day. He somehow got in front of the car. The driver shouted and pat on the brake, but Brown etemed to get dszsr?, and did not move. Ono.of the horses knocked him down and the wheels paaaed over hia logs. He was taken to the hospital where he died in She evening.

The Ashburton S.M. Court Arrangements.

The following letter has been forwarded to is by Mr MeLaohlan, member for Ash barton:— Department of Justice, Wellington, 1 October 9. 1900

Dear Sir,—l have read Mr Willis' letter which you wore good enough to leave with me, and also the leading article from the Ashburfcon Guabdun that accompanied ft. I find, on ecquiry, that sittings of the Coast ara hold at Ashburton evary week, and the Department considers that a weekly Bitting ■hould be sufficient to meet the requirements of the district. If, however, it can ba »hewn that the contrary is the case, I shall be very willing to do all in my power to suib the oonvenicnoe of the people of Aahburton I —l »tn, Youre faithfully, Jas, McGowan. John MoLachlan, Eiq., M.H»R., Wellington

THE TRANSVAAL WAR

lonl Koberts Address the Army

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■ Lord Roberts reviewed detachments of tSie We&tern Austra'ians, Victo rians, Tasmimans, South Australians, and Qaeenslanders at Pretoria. He thanked them for their great services and claimed to be the only Field Mar •ha!, who had ever reviewed a conquer ing Imperial Array He added that though the war was over, important work remained to be done, greatly^ re. quiring a continuation of the services, end the enthusiasm of the troops Received Wakapuaka <M 18, 918 a in This Offioe 12 53 a m Melbourne, Oct 18 Lord Roberta, in a letter, says he can never hope to command braver men than those of the various colonies sent to war

THE CRISIS IN CHINA.

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{Received Wakapuaka Oot 18, 91 am This Office 12 53 p m) Hon«Kong, Ocfe 17 Bilioud's column occupied Paotingfn unopposed The town was almost deserted The Emperor has arrived at Singafu.

Magisterial

ASHBURTON—TH URBDA V

(Before 0 A Wray, Esq. S.M) TaUANOST—William Meaclem was charged with failing to send his child to Bchool. Mr Blank, tha truant cfficer, stated that the boy had only attended school aix fcimss out of 48. A fiae of 2a ws» inflicted.—William Moore was also charged with a similar offence, and was oonvioted aad discharged Breaches of Licensing Act—Harriet Bouse of the Alford Forest Hotel, was charged on three isdictmente, with aliened Sunday trading, permitting drunkenness on premises, and refusing aooommodation to a lodger—Mr Watson for accused Jqo. Whitberg, in evidence stated that on Souday he and a mam named Ryan ob tained liquor at the Hotel on Sunday Sep tember 30. They were both perfeotly sober. There w»e no drunkenness on the premises. Edmund Ryan, labourer, stated he and Whitberg drove from Methven on Sunday the 30ch, ha had brandy and Whitberg had oyink Had liquor also at d'nDer, but could not remember much that occurred. Was thrown out of the bneey as a cout.;qnence of the horse bolting. Was unconscious until nest day when he found himself in an old shed at tha back of the Hotel Chaß. Boucher, slated the laab two wit nesses obtained a buggy from him at Methr yen. They had been drinking previous to starting, but were capable of taking charge of the buggy Clement Knight-, storekeeper, Alford Forest, saw the horse running away with tr»p and Ryan lyiag on the road. With Jamso Carr oarried the man to tits chaff house and afterwards removed Ryan to the Hotel, saw Mrs Boose and asked her to take him io, stating the man had met) with an accident— she replied certainly noSi, he added that the man had money but she still declined to take him in. Then took Byan to a place called the ''Dead House" helped by James Care! Considered Ryan was under the influence of intoxicating drinks.

To Mr Watson—Judged by the man's tinging and hia other actions Ryan was drunk He picked up a bottle of whisky unopened alongside other things thrown out of the tray. Jftmes Carr who assisted Knigh!) to carry Ryan to the ehoffhouue and af terwardt ko the Hotel. Heard Knigat apply for aooomo datioq for By an to Mr* Rouge, bub the

latter declined to have anything to do with the man —Ryan waa very much under (the iDfluenca of liquor. KnighVefconveraatiion with Mrs Rou-ie e'early explained to her that the man was injured. Mr Wateon for accused contended there was no evidence of drunkenness having' taken placo on the premises. As to refusing accommodation, Mrs House was quite en titled bo refuse, aa the applicant was stated to be drunk. He called Mrs House, licensee of the Alford Forests accommodation house, who stated that Ryan j and Boucher were in her house for about an 1 hour, and during that time had three drinks each. They were not then under the influenoe of liquor. When Ryan was brought back by Knight the latter stated he had sprained his ankle, and he aiked what should he do with htm. Situated at she was, the could not attend to the man, and admitted she had declined accommoda tion. The men did not buy the bottle of whiekey from her. Her only reason for

declining accommodation was because of the accident. The man was not drunk Did nob inform anyone the men were drunk on arrival at the hotel.

Jno Stewarb, blacksmith, Methveu, was at Alford Forest on the afternoon of the tcoldent. So far as he considered, the men, Ryan and Boucher, were perfectly sober. To the sergeant—He spoke to them and

they talked sensibly, and was surprised to hear Knight afterwards. Bay " Ryau was insensible." Jno Dillon, constable at Methven, stated that Mrs Rouse told him the two men wete the worse for liquor when they came from Methven.

His Worship reviewed the case at some length, and said that under all the circum stances did not consider there was sufficient evidence to convict, although there were suspicious circumstances. Id such cases the Court; musb be convinced, and he must, therefore, diemias the cso. Civil CASkS-Ashburton County Council vWm Meajlem, £3 7s 6d. Mr Pnrnell for p'aintiff, Council. This case arose oat of the recent by-law prosecuMrn when th^ defendant had two convictions fir driving an engine across the ABhburfcon bridge. Mr Watson, for defendant, stated 6 the by-!aw prosecution should prevent further civil action. The proceeds of the former fines were to be expended by the : Council in repair*. He admitted the damage had bees done, and a breach of both the by-laws had been committed, bat hie client had already been fined, 3 Wm Baxter, county engineer, staled that i under the by-laws of the county it was ! imperative that engines should be acoom | panied by an officer of the Council, and that engines should proceed at a limited rate, and use all reasonable care. The brfclgn was broken about; two-thirds of the way across. Was of opinion the accident had arisen throuf'i exoessive speed. Traction engines had been going over the bridge for fourteen years.

To Mr Watson -~ Engines forming the heaviest part of the bridge traffic necessi tated frrquent repairs. Saw no defect in the timber where the Occident bad occurred.

To Mr Purneli—Five new planks had to be inserted as result of the accident Mr Watson argued in favor of his conten tion that no civil claim could stand, as his client had been dealt with under tho Couqc'l by-laws in the former Court cities.

Mr Purneil insisted there was a common law remedy for the Council, and it would require very strong evidence to show that traction engine proprietors could go over the bridge in the dark, and damage the same as the result of carelessness, and yet not be liable to pay for same.

Mr Meaclem stated it took him about half an hour to cross, whilst the regulation time taken when an officer accompanied was twenty mi'iutee. '

His Worship paid the by-law regulations had been undoubtedly broken, and defendant tnuet pay for damage done. Judgment for pla ntiff Council, for amounb of claim and CO*ts.

THE ENGLISH ELECTIONS

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The elections are complete except Orkney and Shetland Islands, which lost election returned a Liberal. The English electorates returned 339 Unionists, 125 Liberals, 1 Nation alist ) Walep, 59 Unionists. 26 Lib erals j Scotland, 37 Unionists, 35 Liberals; Ireland, 21 Unionists, 82 Nationalists. The Times say Govern ment has a majority on the South African question of nearly 800, count ing 82 avowed Liberal Imperialists.

Home and Foreign.

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(Received Wakapuaka Oct 18, 9.1 a m, Thia Offioa 12 53 a m) The Hague, Oct 17 It is officially announced that Qaeen Wilhelmina is betrothed and will take Prince Henry of MecklenbergSchwerin as Prince Consort. The marriage will be celebrated in spring

London, October 17 Lord Alveratone has been appointed Chief Justice of England

Australian.

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Reoeived Wakapu&ka October 18, 9 18 am This Office 1253 a m Melbourne, Ocfc 18 Mr Seddon has cabled his approval of Mr McLean's suggested " Empire Day " on peace celebration The Premier has instructed the Agenf>General to bring under the notice of the Imperial Government a complaintof the Presbyterian Assembly of undue French influence in the New Hebrides

MINING

«. United Press Association—3y fiteofrie Telegraph - {Tc-d*y's sales—Arrow Junction, 25a 6d ; Charlton Creek, £2 ; Eleotrio Extended, £2 0$ 6d, £1 19i 61 ; Galvanic, 33s 6d ; Lady Charlton, par ; Merritn&c, 545, 545; Kiohard'd Bsaoh, 27a 6d ; t-'ailon Bend, 49a ; Second Magnetic, 41s, 42a, 42s 3d, 42i 6d ; Upper Magnetic, 43s 6d, Waimuma Contra], 30:. Nelsok, Oct 18 ' The cleaning np afc theOollingwood claims resulted in the Parapara sluicing 625 cx; Tui tapu 150cz from 150 tons. All tha hards »t the Golden block* and Taitapu have struck for higher wages.

THE JASHBURTON GOAKDIAH :j IHtJBSDAf, OCTOBUK I§, 190©



The Ngapara No 3 dredge it now working on her own claim. The Sailors' Bend dredge will move down to her own olhim next week. It is stated that, in all probability, the Leviathan Gold Dredging Company's dredge will commence operation! on or about November lQch. According %o the Brunner Newt, the cos* per week of working the Grey River dredge, including office expenses, is roughly put dowlat£37. As the annual meeting of the Electric Dredging Company, the report stated tha* the company had paid ia dividends £15,000, being 50 peroecb of the total capital of the company. The chairman said that since the balance sheet had been nude op another 5s per share had been paid, and £450 paid to the reserve fund. The retiring directors were re elected. The annual report) of the Leaning Book Company haajast been issued. From it we learn that the Clyde Engineering Company is supplying the dredge machfaey for £3,225 to be completed by Novembbr 21st. and Measers Soother land & Nelsen the pontoons at £1,657.



("—"","■»■'_ Ml———■—MMMMq go. Magnus, D.Paterson, Dredging Export Member Stock and Exchange Adviser. of Canterbury. MAOHUS, PATERBON AND CO. Gold Dredging Brokers, 208 High Street, Chrißtchureb. Reliable and straightforward advioe given on Otago »ad West Coast Dredging Claims. Mr Olot Magnus has hsd 16 years practical experience on the Mo'yneox River, Otago, ALFRED HARRISON, F.3Q, Aahburton Representative. WANTED. ESTPORT COAL JoTb to hand.— Apply early—W. H. COLLINS & Op. LOS'l— Black and Tan long haired" Sheep Dog " Ham," Selwyn collar. Reward on returning to Nicoll Bros, East Street 10 160 IF yea like a Rich and Flavory tea. Try . the " Premier Ceylon "at 1 lOd—Car- Jo^_* Co. Bo^ Agenta /IARSON &Co are Buyers* oTTJksrcTaiis W Butter, fresh Eggs, Honey and Bees wax at hichopt market value \\i AN L'JiD.—-tit once girl for housework W Apply Mm Hugo Friedlander 10 165 NOW'S the time to get your Chimneys swepr,, before Spring Cltaning. Dont forget—John Staoh, Troverton 10 162 FI*ESH Solee, Groper, and all kinds~"of fresh fi h by Express to-oight. No Whitebait until the weather clears up.—J H lewitt, opposite Mail Office, Telephone 96. 10 100 JUSX ARRIVED—A Urge shipniet't of First Class Erglish Dinner Ware. Pricei low.—Carson & Co. FOB neat and reliable Cutlery and E'ectric Plate, at lowest prices.— Parson & Co. Tancred Street. AWOED to the wie—Try~tbe rapid lightning Shirt Gloss, it never fails— Shearman Bros and Juin Orb & Co are the Agents TnTe ~D~Knowo—The rßpid lightring Shirt Goes has byfsr thalorpesteate in New Zealand-John Orb and Co and Shhaiiman Bros, S" "PKOlZlTNotice—That George Duncan and Co. are selling Drapery cheaper than ever. Lace Curtains Is 6|l, Is lid, 2s SJ, upwards ; Unbleached Tabling ll§d, Bleached do. Is 6|d ; White and Colored Counterpanes 2a 6d, 2s lid ; Prints 2|l, 3|>l, s|l; New DreßS Material llfd, Is 3d, Is fljd, 4 upwards ; Gloves 6d ; Men's Ciocks 6d; White Shirts 2i lid, 3a lid, Colored do. Is lid upwards. —Georoe Dunoan & Co, Ready Money Drapers, Tancrei Streeb 10 12 WANTED KNOWN—That J. Moisoh has received a large stock of fashion* able Summer Boots and Shoes of the beet material, also about to arrive new stock of the latest French Goods, and invites the Public for inspection. J. M. being the only reliable and practical Bootmaker is the town, thin gives him superiority and facility to know the best value and quality Repairs carried on just the same, in the cheapest, neatest), and tnosb fashionable style. Best leathers used, and workmanship by the beat of tradesmen, at The Hall, East Street, Aehburton. TT7ANTED KNOWN-A very large lm- VV portation of New Floorcloths, Linoleums, Hugo, Mats, and Carpetings just opened for the Spring Season—North cote & Hkctobp. 11 A, ~&~PrASSO0I ATION, ASHBURTON, T7IXHIBITORB of Troop Horses in Class 132 in Catalogue are notified that POST ENTRIES will be received by the Secretary tip to day of Bhow for any Ebrses that may be eligible in the Hunter Competition. 10 154 §.To His Worship, the Mayor of Ashbur fcon 5 — WE the undersigned Burgesses of Ash burton wish you to proclaim a close Holiday for Ashburtcn on TUESDAY, the 23rd mat at 12 noo»j on the occasion of the Ashburton A and P Association's Annual Show* (Signed) The N.Z Farmers' Co-operative Associa tion of Canterbury, Ltd, T F Gibson, Manager John Ore, and others To the Manager Canterbury Farmers' Co* operative, John Orr, and others tigning the above requisition— Gentlemen,—ln compliance with your request I horewith mk the Burgesses to close their business premises on TUESDAY NEXT, the 23rd inst, at 12 noon—l remain, Yf ur obedient servant. HUGO FRIEDLANDER, Mayor ASHBURTON A. & P. ASSOCIATION WITH reference to the above advertise ment farmers and other visitors to the Show are especially asked to shop early on TUESDAY Next, the Aasooiation's Show Day, whereby enabling Tradesmen's Assis tants and others to visit the exhibition earlier. The admiscion to ground Is now altered to ONE SHILLING alt day. Traps admitted for On* Shilling. By Ordtr W. SIMPSON, 10 163 Secretary ABHBURTON BOROUTH COUNCIL NOTICE is hereby given that any Person found breaking up th« Footpaths within the Borough for drainage or other purposes, without first) obtaining permission from thin Council so to do, WILL BE PROSECUTED, m thf Law directs. By Order, CHAB E FOOKS, Town Clerk ( October 18, 1900 10 164



Thh New Post OffioE —Mr Fooks town clerk has received a wire from Mr McLachlan stating thafc tenders are now beiDg invited for the new Poab Office at Ashbnrton the aite selected is the coreer nexb Baring Square



Voluntbhrs—We understand that the Defence Authorities have suggested to the local officers that an endeavour should be made to erect an entirely new driilshel. Although a good sum would be obtained from the sale of the shed, considering, the Government only eubsidist pound for pound on money subscribed, the undertaking appears a rather heavy one.—The welcome social to Trooper i& Willis by the Guards), which takes place to morrow evening at the Orange Hall, at eight o'clock, promises to be a successful funotion.



Musical International College—At the last) examination of the above College, Master Ernest Hughes succeeded in passing the Junior Division. He was trained by Mr Llewellyn Owen.



WANTED WANTED - Oook tor Shearera at Loweliffe. Apply to E H DOBSON, 10 156 Manager ASHBUBTON RETAIL TRADERS' ASSOCIATION; MEMBERS will CLOSE their Places of Business on BHOW DAY, the 23rd iuat., at 12 noon, November l«t, the opening of the Cantor bur 1? Jubilee Exhibition, will be observed as a WHOLE HOLIDAY. By Order of the Committee. J. V. psß BEER, 10 153 Hop. Secretary:



FRIEDLANDKR BROS., LIMITED. WEST STREET HORSE MART. OUR USUAL HORSE FAIR Will be held on FBIDAY, October 26, For which we shall be pleased [to seoeivt Entries FRIEDLANDER BROS., Ltd! ARCADE-SATURDAY, Ootober 20, 1900 MR D THOMAS hai received instruc tion from the Official Anignee to sell in the estate R Anderson, Saddler,—Stock and Fitting*, viz, Hamee, Traces, Leather, Whips, Vyoe, Hair Teazsr, Greasers, also a Quantity Sundries Sale an 2pm 10 161 D. THOMAS, Auctions, aU&OKJ\J curity, in Sums to suit borrower!. 0 W PURNELL, 10 139 Bolßoitor, Montgomery ■ Building! NEW PREMISED ~ TO OUR CLIENTS AND j THR PUBLIC. TTTTE HAVE REMOVED TO OUR NEW PBEMISES IN EAST STREET, FROM THIS DATE. W H COLLINS & Co., IRONMONGERS, PAINTERS. TIMBER & COAL MERCHANTS October 18, 19C0 "hInMBR & BMJDGB~~ AUTHORISED & LICENSED SUR VEYORS, ASHBUBTON AND AT 207, HbHBFOBD StEKET Ckristchurch. TX7E brg to acnoUDce that we have appointed MR A. A. FOOKS to not aft our Agent in the Aehburton District. September 24, 1900 IN BANKRUPTCY. In the District Coord, hok'tn at Ash* burtOD. lo the matter of the Bankruptcy Aob, 1892, and in the matter of Edward Stithens, of Trevorton, Accountant. WKIITEN Tenders will be received for the following Shares in thii Estate:— SO Shares in Whyte River Gold Dredging Company (Tasmania) 50 Shares in the Croydon Gold Dredging Company (Gore) 10 Shares in Lidy Charlton Gold Dredging Company, Ltd 50 Shares in the Wilberforoe Gold Mining Company 30 Shares in The Jubilee Bicycle Company Tcndera will close on SATURDAY, the 20th day of October, at 11 o'clock in the forenoon, and must be addressed to me. The lowest or any tender not necessarily acopptod. Particulars of the above can be obtained on application to the undersigned. JOHN DAVISON, Deputy Official Assignee Ootober 17,1900. 10 147 ST. JOHN'S AMBULANCE SOCIETY— ASHBURTON BRANCH. rpHE Examination for the Second Aid X (Nursing Course) will be held in the Borough School oo SATURDAY, Ootober 20, at 3 30 p.m. 10 141 m A. MACK AY, Hon. Sec. ASHBURTON PFRMAnIInI BUILDING AND INVESTMENT SOCIETY, WANTED— A Junior Clark. Muab be smart at figures, and good penman ; Salary, 15s a week. Applioationa to be in own handwriting addressed to D* J E Tbbvob, Chairman, and sent in not later than 4 pm on MONDAY, 22nd October. ALBERT ROBERTS, 10_123 Manager TO LET, * At a Low Bental PREMISES in Moore Street, junt below Royal Hole!, lately occupied by Hixgh* ing and Milson, T. BULLOOR CONGE X 11.I 1. ASHBURTON BOROUGH BOHOOL ■ A CONCERT in aid ot the Priza Fund will ba given in tha Oddfellowa 1 Hall on FRIDAY, November 23 10159 /COMPARE prices at Jubilee 80~ \J Shop before bnyiug elsewhere. 6 203 J. V. DE BEER WATCHMAKER & JEWELLER TTAS just received a Large Sblpraen OP WATCHES, WATCHES 6 Dozen Nickel Levers at 27s 6d Specially made to order, Strongly built to suit bard wear, 2 Years Guarantee. 8 Dozen NIOKEL WATCHES at 20^ The beat value in the Colony. 1 years Guarantee. A New and Full Stock of Gent's and Ladies Gold and Silver Watches to hand. SPECTACLES New Frames and Lenses on the Interchangeable System. To meet the requirements of those using the famous "LAZARUS' Spectacles a special importation of his Frames and Lenses to band. SIGHT TESTING A PERFECT FIT GUARANTEED, J. V.DE~BEER WATCHMAKER & JEWELLER, Ashburton MOTHERS ! Have you delicate childn* who ire ways taking cold and «üb eob to oroupT Iff »c» try Tonking's Linseed Emuliion, which will cure where all other medlolnet fail. Sold by looal ohemitU and r«oen in bottlei, Is 6& and Si 6d, 246.



ESTABLISHED 1879. F. FEHRTMAN, LAND & ESTATE AGENT, LICENSED LAND BROKER.' FUR SALE—Brick House, on £ acre,  Nelson Street, Hampstead, within aasy distance of the School, and in a direct line with the Railway Station; a sound investment for the price required, £220. Oash or terms F FERRIMAN FOR SALE, Ashburton Suburbs—B acres 32 perches of land, possessing ample frontage on good roads, with substantial buildings, consisting of a good f roomed Houie, Shop, Workshop, excellent Stablts, and Cow Sheds; first class orchard well supplied with water. The land is well situated lor subdivision F FERRIMAN FOR SALE—S| sores at Allentnn, a very desirable block of good laad, capital frontage, and well watered F FERRIMAN TpOR HALE—Several Sections at Fairton. F FERRIMAN PERPETUAL LEASE FOB SALE at Hinds—An exceptionally favourable opportunity of securing a comfortable borne, with 44 acres of good grazing land ; small yearly rental. Inspect this property before baying your home F FERRIMAN FARMS FOR SALE— 84 acre?, capital investment, .would let to \ pay 8J per cent on prioe required SCO aoras, £10 per acre, within 2£ miles o Railway Station 600 acres Several Blocks of Oood Sheep Country 1 from 1500 acres upwards F FERRIMAN I _ i JEL Mat-son & Co., £"tock Brokers & Auctioneers, CHRISTCHURCH. To Farmers, Stock Owners and Public generally ol the Aehburton County. Gentlemen,— WE btg to intimate that, If at any time you have business to transact! in Ohristchurch, we shall be glad to act on your behalf. In the event of your sending sheep or cattle to our Aldington or other markets for sale, by pubiic auction ut privately we know that yon Will not regret choosing our firm as your salesmen. We have frequent orders from London and elsewhere for Frozen Meat, and are in a position to buy parcels in the Works. If you prefer to sell your frczn meal in the colony, rather than shipping it to London, please communicate with us, stating prices, numbers and grades. If you desire to sell ytur property, we sh\U be glad to receive particulars as to the acreage, locality and price, an I we will then Insert in tha next issue of our Quarterly Land & Property Registkb these particulars, free of cost to you ; at the same time, we allow you a free band to dispoee of y >ur properly private'y, or thr- Ugh other Agents' bands, we only claiming commission when a sale has been effected through our instrumentality. We have numerous enquiries f < m all parts of the colony, our connections being large and extensive. We invite your correspondence on any class of business you may be disposed to place in cur bands, it being a pleasure fo: us to octnmuntcite with you, as occasion may require.—l hacking you in anticipa tion, we are, Yours faithfully, H. MATSON k Co. Igi, Cashel Street, Chriatchurch. THE MATCHLESS BICYCLE HARDLEY BEOS have been appointed as Agent for this fir at quality ENGLIBH BIOYOLE The Manufacturers, Mesbbs Aixdays & Onions, of Birmingham, hold contracts for supplying Bioyoles to the British Army, and to the Postal and Telegraph Department) of Great Britain. THE MATCHLESS has been in use right through the Transvaal War. Over 2,000 Machines have been supplied to the War Department for use during tho Wars THE MACKINE~~WILL LAST A LIFE-TIME iNBBIOTIOIf INTITED HABDLEY BEOS KAYE d CARTER ARE CASH BUYERS, highest current rates, all FARM PRODUCE. Agents tor Swtton's and Lawson's Unrivalled Seedß. New Season's Supplies of RAPE, TURNIP, MANGEL CLOVERS. &o s &o, JUST LANDED, LARGE STORES at 4 LYTTELTON. EXTENSIVE OLEANIN& MACHINERY. GORNBAUKS alwayß on hand, KAYE & CARTER, OHRISTCHURCH. 9 57 PURERRED PRIZE POULTRY MINOROAS, Brown Leghorns, Andalu. sians, Langshans, and Dorkings, from 5s to 21s per sitting. 8 187 H. G. BKRRYMAN. ». McBKIDE, "~ Monumental Sculptor, 60 Stafford Sr s Timaru tA LWAYS in Stock—A firefc j"a_ class selection of Marble and Granite Monuments, Designs and Estimates for warded on application. Letter Catting in any style. 10 25 I WANTED TjiVERYBODY to remember that A. H. XLI Williams is the local Agent) for Redfern Superior Rubber Stamps. Same prioe at Christchurch JUST OPENED—Fishing Tackle, Pers.s. Karame* from London. The latest Rods, Minnows, Lines, Gaff Hooks eto. eto •rlyiuupecblon Invited.— Hardliy Bbos



,1 CROWDED WITH NEW GOODS MOM ! FLOOR TO CEILING. { Having just opened 25 c&ses ex b.s- ' Gothic ' and ' Bangitira,' we are now able to/ ask oar Clients' Inspection of a WONDBEFDL 'VARIETY OP FRESR NOVELTIES I COMPRISING .—New Mantles, JS ew Jackets, New Skirts, New Blouses, IN DRESS GOODS We have the latest Black and White Effects, Lustres and French Foulls. In BLOUSE FABRICS We show Fancy Mfasline, Valenciennsa Musllnn, Organdie Stripes, Mercerised Sateenn, Silk Zephyrs, Crepe and Chiffon Stripes, also a very pretty range of NEW PRINTS. NEW MILLINERY I NEW MILLINERY 1 Mast be Inspected to be [appreciated. (We make a Speciality of Children's Head Gear.) WHITE AND CREAM PIQUE COSTUMES In thelLitest Shapes, Oowop, Marlow, Kenwiok, eta. LOVELY tACES Tery choice ; in Valenciennes, Guipure, Torchon and Oriental, and.lnßertions to matab, FANCY OVERALL LACE (very chaste) UP-TO-DATE VEILINGS In Magpie. Cream, White and Black),!inest lot yet shown at The' Corner. HEW BBAID TRIMMINGS (specially selected) The Latest in Fisehup, Scarf*, Buffs, Bows, Vesta and Fronts. A smart lot ot Child KHAKI BLOUSES and CAPS to match, NEW SUNSHADES. Pretty White Kid Boots and Shoes for Infants, Tactful Ten Shoes in Strap or Ltee Hisses; Lidfes' Glace Kid Shoes (French and American), In Lace, Button sod Strap JUST ABRIVED from the famous Mosgiel and Wellington Factories .— BOYS CLOTHING Of Khfiki (regulation olotb), Serge and Tweed, in Transvaal, Baden-Powell and Sailor Shapes LADIES NOT?! THAT "OUR DRESS-MAKING DEPAETMNT," Under Miss Gukbie (from Wellington), is now in fall swing: Kindly place yoar Ord rfl • tha Sbow and Baoes EARLY, to avoid disappointment. NORTHCOTE & HEFFORD, ".Tip CORNER. EAST AND TANCBED SI BEE THE NEW ZEALAND CLOTHING FACTORY WE have now opened ap our New Goods, comprising Straw Hats, Soft Felt Hats, Tennis Shirts, Regatta Shirts, Ties, Collars, etc. Pursuing our policy of alwayß beiKig up to date, we have secured the very Newest Goods for Gentlemen's wear, and invite inspection. AH the year round we are at the front as the Leading House for Olothinsj and Mercery, and confidently assert that no other House oan approach us for Variety and Quality, N.Z, CLOTHING FACTORY, F. H. BECKINGSALE, Manager. SHOW WEi X, SHOW WEEK tyr\ SPECIAL BARGAINS IN DRAPERY AND CLOTHING AT GEORGE DUNCAN & CO OASH DRAPERS & OLOTHIFRS, TANORED STREET, Ashburton NEW Goods opened up! New Goods opened up ! Small profits and ready money; enables ua to surprise buyers afc the low prices we sell goods, which has earned us \ the reputation of being the Cheapest Drapers in Ashburton. See our prices and you will be convinced that it pays to make your purchases at GEORGE DUNCAN & CO. G. MEDDINS, ™~ "THE PEOPLE'S IRONMONGER," Opposite Arcade, Burnett Street BOWLS. BOWLS. BOWLS. TAYLOR'S First Quality and Presentation, Inspection Invited. SHEEP SHEARS. SHEEP SHEARS. BBA, TTJS, 11 A, and Shepherd Brands. Oil Stones, Raddle, Lamp Black, Branding Oil, and all Requisites for the Shearing Season. LAWN MOWERS7~LAWN MOWERS. The Lateßt Improved—' 1 The Paatime," easiest running Machine made. Also, New ffany, Orescent, F& N, etc. *^ar , * Wll* BE PACKED AS UHOKR: *ottt No. 4 at 3^ WJll b« HO- J gj§ Important Notice JQnpq NJLJLS^ola^ham^ion'aren'eSVD'df. \J X VJUIDIO i -^ |N , NT RODUC!NO OUW I HAVE just received, direct from the Manufacturers (Rudqe- gjglliliiMHl'Hil'P^^T^l WHITWORTH, LTD,, Birmingham and **wedoso with confidence, knowing « Coventry), ex *. Waimate, *o b* the J«^»gS««SSS HAVE NOTHING ELBE. A FULL STOCK OF Allothec Brands not mentioned «c reduced 3d vet '"• & LADIES' ' ■■ — —-,,—. . Budge-Whttworths. PEKMANENT BDILWNO AND Don't waste your money on cheap, INVESTMENT SOCIETY. shoddy, out-of-date Wheels, but go straight for the T OANB GRANTED FROM WORLD-FAMED BICYCLE, *** The Rudge-Whitworth. ana u Pwardß»at carr6nt r*6eß' —•— Full Particulars on application. Repairs Neatly Executed. Sundries Always in Stock. Office — Tanered Streets TK<sPnOTimt Tvvttftv Qf&ct Hours—a 30 a m till 4p m INSPECTION INVITED. First Tuesday in Month-9 30 a m till fl Ha ll* *lilllllillllft X3UY Direct From England — Famou. 11l U§ vJUllllMl IFIII J3 •• Khaki»Cyolet. Great out in the trade } firstolaßi quality at bedrock prioei CITY CYCLE WORKS, for cash ; .ingle machineaat £418; two Ul 11 UIUIX If UltßOt maohinei £8 11» ; three maohines, £12 2s TITTP'Kn?rr rr QTRITTPT freight and duty paid to Welhngtou; JDUJVIN.CJII pJ.ttJ3i.il;!. Ladies' cycles lOi per machine extra; Quo 4 Cough "Cure, Wahoo, Koolibafc and tatiow for ten b^yoles'•»J »«'^J^T g- go to AB H Bra^ ALL LoASBf fs Preparatiom-Cinoamon Til VBKt man Hkeß a nioe shirt. Then a 8 Cure, Koolibah, Wahoo, and Ben jamanllL your laundreaa to xm the rapid Gloss- Gum—at JOJ Goooa Storekeeper j * John Ob» &Co and Bhbabmajt JJbos. i



NATIONAL MORTGAGE & AGENCY 00. OF N.Z, LTB f TIMARU IMPROVED FARMS FOR SALE. 530 acres Rangitata, 250 acres Gl«r«non|. 250 sores Woitotie, 200 acres Waihao, 250 acres Kingsdown, 1000 acres Otaio, 500 acres ToUra, And others of various eizer in Sooth Canter* bnry Improved Farms for lease, with right of - purchase 1170 acres Fairlie, 605 acres Totara, and 265 aotes Totara Also unimproved agricultural and jirutoft farms of various sizes on the RaineJiffe nod Levels Estates, find two Well hnprofed Station p opertieaof 7000 acre* each nTANTED-^ Twenty Young men to w T wear Black and Brow a Boots j 17s 9d, at D. Stock's. 9 199 ""rOE~SALIf 1 ~ BAVELOCK BTKEE3J WEBT. TOWN SECTION 1171. A splendid opportunity of securing a building lit* in the favourite portion of the Town* F. FERRIMAN. , THE N.Z. FAKMERS' 00-OFEPATIVB ASSOCIATION OF CANTERBURY Ltd. WE have laveral really first-claw Farm for Sale on our book*, and farmer! ♦fishing to purchase would do well to oali on Di for particulars :— 620 Acres Rakaia DUtriot 500  Dromore „ 1000 „ La'uriston  1180 „ Springburn „ 750 „ Wftkaoui „ 1031 „ Ohertsey „ 1958 „ Dromore  T. F» GIBSON", I^9 Manage Sporting. A SHBURTON TROTTING CLUB SPBING ¥F ,iING, TO BE HEM) ON THE AGRICULTURAL SHOW GROUNDS ASHBFRTCN, ON WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 24 1900. (Under the Rules of the 19ew Zealand Trotting Association) Pkemdekt—Donald McLean, Esq ; Vxok Pbesidint — James Small, Btqj Stewards — Messrs G. Kobertson, W. Sutherland, J v O'Grady f Thomas Bishop, H. Crarifield, Hay Smith, P. Devane, J. McConochJe, Daniel McKendry, F. McCafferty, James McOormick, and Junes Suiherland ; Judge—Mr D. McLean ; Stakter~ Mr R J. Henry ; Clbbk op Fcales —Mr R. Friedlanier; Clekk 0* CotrKSB —Mr James McCormick ; Handicappbb— Mr H Brinkman ; 1 KEAf-UEER —Mr W. Sutherland ; 1 ibiekeepeks ~ Messrs T>e Beer, J. Lewip, andJ. Miiller. PKOGKAMMt;. I—l 15 p. m- Handicap Maiden (saddlfl of 20 soys ; nominaiionsj 10s ; accep* tancelOa. Two ffiiles. 2-2 p m—Distbict Hahwcap (saddle), of 20 soys, second horse 2 soys from the stake. Cor<fii;Bd to horses th« bonafide property of residents in the Akhburton County, and must have been owned and trained in the district prior to August" 1, S9CO. Nomination, 10s; acceptance, 10a Two miles, 3—2 40 p m—LAGHMOB, Handicap (bar ncs>-) of 50 soys; second horse 7 boys from the stake ; for hors (g tha cap trot 540 or under. ocafpation 255; acceptance, 25a. Two miles. 4—3 15 p.m ~ Winchmoke Hanw^ji* (saddle), of 25 soys. Nomination, 12a 6d ; acceptance, 12s 6d. One mile. 5—4 p m—.AiSHBUHTON Handicap (saddle of 50 soys ; second horse 7 sore from tha stake; for horses thab can trot 5.40 or under. Nomination, 25a acceptance 25a. Two miles. 6—4 30 p.m — Faikfibld Handicap (harness), of 30 eovs ; neoond horse 4 soys from the stake. Nomination, 15s; acceptance, 15a. One mile and ahalf 7—6 p.m—Dash Handicap (saddle), of 25 sots ; second horse 3 eovs from the stake. Nomination, 12s 6d; acceptance, 12s 6j. One mile. Acceptances will close at 9.50 p.m. on TUESDAY, October 16, at Devana's Hotel All stakes paid in full. The attention of owners is drawn to the improved condition of the racing track, which Is In complete order. B. J. HENRY, 9 284 Secretary. THE NEW ZEALAND FARMERS CO OPERATIVE ASSOCIATION OF CANTERBURY, Ltd. Offices, Warehoakes, and Grain {Stores: Wesb Street, Ashburton. TiWERY Description of Farmers t/i Requisites at lowest rates. Groceries, Hardware Saddlery, Cornsacka, Woolpacks, Twine, Oila, Tinware, Horse Covers, Etc. Etc, GRAIN SOLD ON COMMISSION. I Having reliable information from our I Agents in other pat t* of the Colonies, we are [ in a position to obtain highest possible prioea for all grain placed in our hands for disposal. Shareholders should be particularly care ful to etquire from us and inspect our goods before ordering ebewhere. T. F. GIBSON, Manager CROWN LAND 3IN WESTERFIELB VILLAGE SETTLEMENT FOR SE LECTION. NOTICE is hereby given thab the under mentioned sections will be opened for sale or selection on WEDNESDAY, Novem ber 14th, 1900, either for cash, for occupation with right of purchase, or for lease in 1 perpetuity, at the option of the applicant, in terms of •• The Land Act, 1892." Sections 36444 and 36445, situated in the Westerrleld Tillage Settlement, about four miles south-westerly from the Westerßeld Railway Station, and comprising light plain land. Arep, 103 acres. Cash prica pet acre, £1 5s lOd. Sale plans, containing full particulars will be exhibited at Railway Stations and Post Offices, and may also bo obtained from thii office. SIDKEY WEETMAN, Commissioner of Crown Lands, District Land and Surrey Office, Christchuroh, October 11,1900, 10 114