Impressive Scene on Jervois Quay.

Thirty Thousand Spectators.

United Press Association—By Eleotrlo Telegraph

Wellington, January 20 The farewell to the Second Contingent fell in no way short of the demonstration In October when the first of New Zealand's contributions to the Imperial Army left these shores. There was, perhaps, not so much outward feeling shown by the spectators at the central gathering on Jervois Quay when the speakers were addressing the men, but this was because there was & more general note of seriousness than before. On the other hand the demonstration at the embarkation was more striking in every way than iv October. The press of the public to view the proceedings was on much the same arale, and this time, owing to the site chosen for the main ceremony, there was a much greater throng at the oentral point. Then too—and this in the eyes of the people was as important point—there was a most imposing display of the Volunteer forces from all parts of the colony. [Space precludes our enlarging upon the details of this imposing scene, which oan never be forgotten by those who witnessed it], THE SAILING OF THE TROOPSHIP.

Slowly the troopship began to move, and the waving of handkerchiefs »nd shouts of farewells were redoubled with an active re ■ponse and blasts of the bugle from the steamer. The men of the Contingent occu pied the boats, rigging and roofs of the bom-stalls. They were not quite so jubilant in their demonstration as their predecessors, bat their response was none the lens hearty. The band struck up " Soldiers of the Queen." It wai taken up by the voices in a swelling ohorus, and immediately a forest of hats, helmets, and busbies wai elevated on the points of the bayonets, making a stirring and picturefqae sight. The soldiers replied with their bugles, and by taking up the strains of the song themselves. Then followed " Auki Lang Syne " as the ship gathered way, still to the accompaniment of waving hate and handkerchiefs, and as the Waiwera swept out into the harbour at a quarter past four the lait Bounds those on board of her heard were the strains of the National Anthem, in which every one on the wharf i lined. The whole scene was one of remarkable spirit and enthusiasm, and the men of New Zealand's Second Contingent have no reason to com plain of the way in which their patriotism was acknowledged. AN BSOOSX OF STEAMERS.

As toon as the Waiwera got into the fair w»y, the ateamers fell in on either tide of htr, packed tight with excursionist*, who, to »H appearances were quite aa numerous v on the first ooaaaion, though this time everyone h»d to pay. The Tutanekai, with the Governor and Ministers, and the warship Tauraaga, wire the troopship's immediate tioorts, and some twelve or fourteen more Teasels of all sizes followed them. Taking advantage of the smooth water a mosquito fleet of yaohts and rowing boats spread themselves over the harbour, and added vivacity to the scene. Rockets were fired, and v salute from the battery at Pipetea Point pealed out as the procession came abreast of it. The marine parade extended to the Heads, but on this occasion the Waiwera went straight on her way without ■topping for a final demonstration beyond suoh oncers as the boats nearest her were able to give. It may be mentioned that the weather was very favourable, and the wind, which did so much to interfere with the previous demonstration, was, for once in a way, only ft gentle breeze.

The Third Contingent.

WBLIiiNGTON, January 22

It is understood limb the Undaunted will take suoh of the southern portions of the rough riders contingent, an are ready by the time she sails.

THE CONTINGENT'S WAR-CRY.

The following is the New Z ;aland Don tingent's War Cry, as approved by M»jf>r Robin :—" Ake, ake ! kia kaha ! Hna tana ! auhiana !' which translated means —Fight on ! Fight hard ! And we will defeat the foe.

Forward, brave boys, do not falter; We'll fight till we conquer or die ; Our struggle for right we'll not alter, We'll fight side by side, you and I. Hark ! 'Tis our wa ton word that's ringing, Id stir's ud the b'ood in our veins ; 'Tis New Zealand's cry that there singirg, In powerful, jubilant strain*, Ake, ake ! kia ! kaha ! Huatina ! auhiana.

Wherever our M» jor may lead ue, No matter how stiff be the fight, Nor how many bullets may bleed ut, To follow his lead will ba right. Forward, my boy», then, together, Let heroic deeds bs our aim ; And nothing but death us shall sever From victories we mean to gain. Ake, ake ! kia ! kaha ! Huatina! auhiana!

Then, on to the foe we will dash, And make the earth ring with our oheers; We'll strike home our blows like a flash, And fill the Boers' hearts with sad fears. With prowess we'll break through their line No matter how fiercely they fight, And our deeds of valour shall shine As wo give them a taste of our might* Ake, ake ! kia ! kaha! Huatina! auhiana I

Then, on my brave boys, not a word While we gallop forward to charge, 'Till we're ready to slash with onr sword, And oar duty thus to discharge ; Then, as we get near them, my boys, Oar voices we'll clear for a shout; Wtt'il make the earth ring with our cheer, Aa we pub the foe to the rout. Ake, ake ! kia ! kaha! Hu&tioa 1 auhiana!

Then, round our brave Major we'll form, Closing round him after the fight; After crushing the foe like a storm, Be told us we'd done what was right, And willingly let us give vsnt To feelings we hardly conld cover. So upward tbe cry, we then sent With a will that nothing could smother; Ake 1 ake ! Kia ! kaha ! Huabiana! Auhiana!

Gkorob Stjmpteb, Lieutenant-Colonel. Oamaru, January 15, 1900.

WINSTON CHURCHILL'S ESCAPE

Mr Winston Spencer Churchill thus des cribes his escape after he had been made a prisoner in the reconnaissance of an armoured train at Kscourt:—On the afternoon of De cember 12 the Tj&nsvaal's Secretary of War informed me there was little chance of my release. I, therefore, resolved to escape, and the same night left the State School Prison in Pretoria by climbing the wall when the sentries' backs were turned momentarily. I Walked through the streets of the town with out disguise, meeting many burghers, but wai not challenged in the crowd. I got through the pickets of the Town Guards, and ■back to the DelagoaJßay railroad. I walked along it, evading the watchers at the bridge? and oalrerts, and waited for the train beyond the first stationi The 11.10 goods train from Pretoria had arrived before I reached the plaoe, and was moving at full .speed; I boarded it with great difficulty, and hid under some coal sacks, I jumped from the train before dawn, and was sheltered during the day in a small wood in company with a huge vulture, who displayed a lively Interest in me. I walked along at dusk, but there were no more trains that night. The danger' of meeting the guards of the line continued, bufc I was obliged to follow it, as I had no compass or man. I had to make wide de tours to aroid bridges, stations, and huts, and my progress was very slow, Chocolate is not a satiifing food, and the outlook was gloomy, bat I persevered with God's help. For five days my food supply was very pre carious, I was lyiDg up by daylight and walking at nights. Meanwhile my escape had boen discovered and my description telegraphed everywhere. All trains were searched, and every eye was on tbs watch for me. Four times wrong people were ar rested. On the sixth day I managed to board a train beyond Middletorg, whence there

was a direct service to Delagoa Bay. In the evemug I concealed myself in a railway truok under a great) pile of saoks. I had a small store of good water. I remained hidden, s*' ohanci»g discovery. Boers searched »he train at Komatincorf, but did not si^h deep enough. After some 60 hour*-<" misery I came safely here. lam ver/ weak, but am free. I have lost man^-founds in weight, but am light in hear* * BnaH &V»U myself of every opport?<ri' y henaeforth to urge earnestly th^^uinchingand uncompromising prosecute of the war."

CORRESPONDENCE.

(W« do not hold ourselves responsible for the opinions expressed by our correspondents

SOUTH AFRICA AND THE BOERS.

TO THE EDITOR.

Sik, —As all reliable information on the Bister colonies in South Africa and the people now harrasßing their progress is now eagerly sought by Btitish people, it may perhaps be opportune to inform your readers than an excellent new work entitled " South Africa" by W. Basil Worsfold, of Trinity College, Oxford, has recently been added to the books in the public library. The book is lucidly written, and gives the full history and progress of South Africa from the earliest period of Dutch aud British settlement onward to 1893. The book is also so replete with information on the serious and numerous troubles of the British colonises that little more need be said in its praise*. A copy of j the work should prove invaluable to the members of the Canterbury contingent now being selected for active service against the Boers—lam, etc.,

W.W.S.

GALA DEMONSTRATION.

TO THE E»ITOR.

Sir,—l have bean asked by ono of the ladies' committee to remove my automatic weighing machine from the Arcade to the Domain on the gila demonstration day. I am sorry to <tay that I cannot give consent ! for the machine to be removed. The machine being of iron and brass throughout , would have to be taken to piece*, being too heavy to move about. It would also be liable to serious damages by being moved about. But) at the same time I am quite willing to hand over the whole of the takings oi the gala day to the ladies' committee. The above offer is about aa far as my patriotic feelings go on this occasion, although I have lv the past served two yean before the enemy and would volunteer again, only I am too old according to regulations. 1 am,

J. MAESCENj Bookstall, Ashburton*

SPORTING.

FOXTON RACES.

United Press Association—By Elertno Telegraph Foxton, January 20. Weather fine bat dull for Becond day Fozton races. Good attendance. Re sults :—

January Hack Handicap-Walonki 1. Lady Spec 2. Kaloaai 3. Time-1 34. Dividend—£3 121.

Maiden Ha@k Hurdles—Maparo 1, Remus 2. Sudar 3. Time■- 2.59. Divi dend-£8 10..

Pbbsidghis Handicap— Reborn 1, Bona Fide 2, Toa 3. Time- 2-4|. Divi dend-£8 9e.

Cabinet Changes—A Wellington tel« gr«m says : — The Hon. Thof. Thompson retires from the Ministry to-day, having had his last meeting with the Cabinet this morning. Mr McGowan has cccepted a se\t in the Ministry and takes office to-morrow.

THE ASHBtIR'IOK £PAltDiAfl. MONDAY, J4NUABY 22, 1900.



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WANTFD Known—Private Board and Residence a'j Mrs Elliott's, Tancred Street, near Masonic Hal). 1 143 OWING to press of Business in Aahbur" too, Ms Coxok will continue his ironing lessons for another we.k, and all those who wish to learn the art of shirt and collar ironing can do so by applying to the At-hburton Hotel. Lessons given in private residences. i WANTED KNOWN—Nobthcotb and Befford's Summer Clearing Bale commences Saturday, January 20. AAXKD KNOWN.—A lew o! Che nibbles to be had at Mitchell & Tdbnkb's removing Sale. Beautiful Lace*, 4J inches wida, Is 6d per dtz;n; Ladies' Black Gloves, 2d per pair ; Children a Stock ings, 2i per pair ; Ladies' Black O*shmere Hose, It a pair ; Ladies' Colored Silk Gloves, new goods, Is 3d a pair, were 3s ; dark colors Berlin Woo!, la per head. Dalaya are dangerous. W~~ ANTED KNOWNT^ 'I hat anything you want in Dr»pery or Clothing can ba bought) very cheap at Mitchill and Turner's removing Sale. Remnants of all kinds and Nibble in every Department. o*ll early. Lots of lines already cleared. Pint come first served. '"II HE Encyclopaedia Britannici 9«h Edi- JL tion is the standard work of roference, "The Nations Grext Book." It is uir versally acknowledged to be the best) work of reference ever published for Divines, Scholars, Professional Men, and the general reader. Orders now being booked.—.A. H. \Villiamß, Tancred Street. NEW BOOKS—The Ideal Life, UrunT mond ; Other People's Lives, Cavey ; Wines on the Lees ; a Corner in the West- ; The Crown of Life ; Soldiers of the Queen; Old Convict) D*ys ; Blade o' Grass ; The Sailor's Bride, Boothby ; Great Boer Trek ; Transvaal Boers; Story of War Alarm*; Citia n's Atlas, a splendid up to date Atlas ; Christmas Number Magazines, English and American papers every Mail.—H. M. Jones. WANTED KNOWN.—To be had for 10a 6d six 42a Ladies' Black Jackets, 25s Dust Cloaks for 2s 6d, Ladies' Merino Combinations 3s 6d, Knitted Wool Comhina* tions 5s lid, Is 6d Cooking Aprons for la, | 25s 6d Mclntoahes for 12s 6d, Ladies' 2a 6d ! Bailors now Is, All torts of underclothing, { children's pinafores, coats and hats at clear ing prices at Mitchell & Turner's remov ing Sale. The early buyer gets the nibblesl. EW~KRUITS at less than Christchurch Prices at Flbtchbr Bros Cash Sup ply Stores. Finest New Currants 51 per lb, New Sultanas 7d per lb, New Valencia Raisins 6d and 6£d per lb. Beat Cane Sugav 14s per 701b bag or with Tea 13s 3d par 701b bag. MUSIC) TUTTION. MRS JOHNSTON, having taken over Mrs Bowman Fox's music practice, will be at home from the 27th inst. to arrange with Pupils, Term commences 6th February. 165 Havelock Street. "TTWILSONr (Established 1878), BURNETT STREET, opposite Mail Offie Employe upwards of 18 handa. DECORATOR & SIGN-WRITER. I WISH to notify that I have secured tin services of Mr Chas. Chapman, as Sign writer, who, in addition to his horn training has had a large amount of experi enoe in our citien. LARGE BTOCK OF ARTISTIC wall papers. I have just received—direct from the manufacturers — a few thousand feet of Picture Frame Mouldings. Persons; desirous of having Pictures framed would do well to call and see them. Telephone 65 _ TRIAD * JPJfcfcIZFQ OOjMLt'JDTIXIOP? The editor has made out a lisb of the names of those whom he considers to have been England's six greatest generals* A prize of a handsome gold locket will be given to the one who sends in the list which coincides with, or which is most like, that list. To close January 20, 1900. Poet list and receipt for 53 from a Triad advertiser, to manager Triad, Dunedin. A receipt for 10* entitles a competitor to send in two lists ; 15a, three lists ; 20s, four lists. Not more than four lists may bccompany the I receipts of any one advertiser, although competitors may send four lists accom panied with receipt in comformity with above rule, from all the Triad advertisers if they please. This competition will close January 20th. Other competitions will be announced in next issue. Anglo N.Z. Cycle Co. Aulaebrook's Cocoa Bing, Harris & Co, Arrow Brand Boots Curtis, F, Jeweller Dr. Speer, Dunedin Flora Soap j Jones, H M, Triad Agent Joßuba Bros., Boomerang Brandy j Kirkjj&trick, 8, and Co., X Jams Maypole Soap and Monkey Brand Soap Mrs Miller's Cookery Books Mitchell, Photographer Nelson, Moate and Go's Teas N.Z. Express Cullen, agent New Zealand ClothiDg Factory Orr, A, Draper Sanderson's Scotch Whisky Somerset Hotel, H, S. Drummond Suratura Tea Tan Houten's Cocoa and Chocolate 1 Wahoo' Loaaby's, • Koolibah' Loasby's Wilson, Balk &Qo, Fr eh O'ffee, Quvah T Yates & Co, Arthur, seed merchants Zealandia Boots A CARD I M rs a h r*LARn*GE XJu. \Jm V/LARIDG E TEACHER OF v'IANOJfORTE, ORGAN, and SINGING COX STREET, ASHBURTON, Term* on Application,



FOR PBIVATE SALE. T HAVE FOR SALE— "I Kf\f\ ACRES Firsf-class LAND Xt) U U Methven D.strict, thoroughly improved. Also, FARM of 1 Ann ACRES First-Glass LAND, XVJv/V/ fronting on the Rakaia. Good House and other improvements. D. THOMAS. 1164 Ashburton.



TINWALD DOMAIN BOARD A REWARD of Five Pounds is offsred to any person who will give suoh in formation ac will lead bo the conviction of any person or persons who have wilfully damaged the Buildings on the Tinwald Domain. O. DOHERIY, 1 162 Chairman Tinwald Domain Board $5 REWARD. T OST from near Mitoham, 45 crossbred 1,4 twes and 45 lanibs. Ewes branded on the rump Am black, lambs a black dot on the book and a slit in tbe back of ear. Anyone who will give suoh information as will lead bo their recovery will receive the above reward from THOS. MORLAND, 1 163 Avenel, South Rakaia. IT7E ARE COMPLETE HOUSE FURNISHERS, And employ Experts who can, if desired, suggest THE BEST, THE MOST APPEOTED, AND THE MOST ECONOMICAL Way to proceed in the Furnishing of COTTAGES, VILLAS OR MANSIONS. OUR FURNITURE FACTORY Organised on thoroughly economical ana efficient lines la pronounced A MODEL OF COMPLETENESS, and its produc tions are passed dally to the Warehouse, as fresh as the latest touch of the French Polisher can make them. We manufac ture " SPECIALITY " FURNITURE, faithfully made and equal in get up to the best English. OUR LITEST VENTFRE, VENETIAN BLIND MAKING has proved an unqualified success. The workshops devoted to the Special Branch are now thoroughly well organised. We use thoroughly dried laths, best ladder tape, cord and fittings. We employ an Efficient Staff of Operatives, and guarantee to supply the Best Venetians obtainable In New Zealand, while oar charges are the lowest for reliable materials and honest workman ship. Estimates cheerfully given on application. One shilling in the pound discount for Cash J. Ballantyne & Co., OASHBL STREET, OHBIBTOHURGB.



_FRIEDLANDBR BROS., Ltd 715 ACRES, " FARM AT CHERTSEY. FOE ABSOLUTE SALE. SATURDAY, JANUARY 27,1900 In the Estate of tho lite Me "William Ealam. MFBSRB FRIEDLANDER BROS., Limited,, have received instructions 1 to Hell by Public Auction at their West Street Mait on above date in tho Estate of > the late Mr William Eat.au, his Farm, situated about three miles below Chertsey Railway Sfi tion, ooiitaiaing 715 ACRES. This is a Good All-round F»>ta, either for Cropping or Graz ng, has been very judici ously worked, aud should prove a good in vestment for any intending purchaser, aud is for absolute sale. Fall particulars as to terms and conditions at time of Sale. SALE AT 1 30 p.m. R. FRIEDL4NDBB, 1 108 Auctioneer. SATURDAY, JANUARY 271^ 190oT FOR ABSOLUTE SALE WE have received instructions from tho Executor in the Ebtate of the late Ma Harry Feiedlandkb, to Sell by Public Auction on above date at our West Street , Mart,— Town Section No. 282, Tuncred Street, with seven Roomed Cottage. Thii property ia well situated, and would readily let at a good rent-1. Full particulars at time of Salo. We shall also offer in abr>ve citrate on WEDNF.SDAY, January 31, the wliolo of the household Furniture and Effects. FRIKi LANDER BROS , Ltd., R. FRIEDLANDEB, 1 150 Auctioneer. WEST STREET AUCTION MART. OUR NEXT HORSE FAIR Will be held on FRIDAY, February 2, 1900, For which we are now booking entries. BROS.. Ltd! R. FRIEDLANDER, 1 119 Auctioneer! FOR SALE. HALF ACRE of Land, on Alford Forest Road, near Woollen Factory. For particulars apply FRIEDLANDER BROS., Ltd. FOR PRIVATE BALK. A SEVEN-ROOM KD HOU3F, with Scullery and Waeh-h <use, \ acre, in Tancred Street East, close to Masonic Hall. Full particulars from FBIKDLANPER BROS., Ltd. PERKINS' " Patent Bsg Lifter. mHH SIMPLE APPIIINCE oan be X fixed to a Dray or Wagf»ou, and, by the aid of a horse, will hoist Bags of Grain, etc., over the sides of a dray, or on to a platform, at) the Rate of 50 Bags in Ten Minutes. The Appliance is made of Iron Piping, and weighs only 40! be. It can be fixed on bo any kind of Dray or Vehicle, or Loading Stage, and is so simple that anyone can use it. If a horse is not available, two men can supply the necessary power to work it by pulling the rope instead of yoking the hors« to it. The Patent Lifter is an appliance that will do all the Bag Lifting of a large farm in a few minutes, and no Farmer or Storeman should be without it Prices made so low at to bring it within the reach of all. It can be used either in the Paddock, ab the Barn, or at the Store. FRIEDLANDER BROS., Ltd, Agents* COENSACKS. 1500 BALES NOW LANDING. FARMERS will pleass give as their Orders promptly if delivery » required ex shsp. Stocks will be kept at our Ash burton, Tinwald, and Lyndhursb Stores. FRIWDLANDER BROS., Ltd ABHBURTONNO. 2 INDUSTRIAL"" BUILDING SOCIETY. ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING. TfIHE Annual General Meeting will be held X in the office of the Society on TUES DAY, January 23, 1900, at 8 p.m. To re ceive Report and Balance Sheet, and elect Directors, etc. All members are invited. FRED MAKEIG, 1 87 Secretary. PATRIOTIC FUND. G ft A~N D It/lILITARY rpoURNAMENT Orari Racecourse, THURSDAY, January 25 HORSE RACING, FOOD RAGING, BICYCLING, AND PLENTY OF FUN Cheap Exoursion Fares. Admission—) (9. A special train loaves Ashburton for Orari at 7.30 am. on 25th insti, returning from Orari ab 6.30 p.m., calling at all stations 1 151 Toss m7lichakdson7 mEACHEE OF PIANO. Apply Belt Road, Allenton. Terms on application. First term commences on let February. So ~MISS KITTY BELL 7 mEAOHER OP THE PIANOFORTE, Will commence professional duties on MONDAY, January 29. Address: Cass Street, Ashburton. 192 I9oo; PIANOFORTE, SINGING, and FRENCH, MRS F.IIAXEIGK rnHE Frist Term wilt begin on THURS- X DAY, February 1. Wills Street, 1 37 Aibburtoc,



You can easily buy worse ; You can hardly buy as good ; You cannot buy better. npHEREFORE score out the two top X Lines and plump for McKenzie's Unblended Hondai-Hanka Teas—packed in Ceylon. F. FERRIMAN, t ESTABLISHED 20 YEARS.) Land <fe Estate Agent—Licensed Land Broker. jCftHOA FOR J nveßtn>enb, in nima to suit borrowers, at from fl| per cent, on first-aiaes freehold security. FOR SALE OR TO LLT. AT HINDS. p*f\ ACRKSofLand with a good House, t/VJ Bituated about 2 milea from Hindp. The property is well fenced and watered. Exceptionally easy terms can be arranged. F. FERRIMAN. FOR SALE. PETER STREET, ASHBURTON. A COMFORTABLE House of 4 Rooms, with detached VVaßh-house, Copper builb in, situate in a nice looality. The owner is determined to Sell, so an early inspection is invited. Full particulars on application to F. FERRIMAN FOR SALE N.W. TOWN BELT. LOT 71, containing one acre, admirably suited for a dwelling site. This is fast becoming the favourite portion of the town. F. FERRIMAN FOR SALE OAMEEON STREET, ASHBURTON. ! riIHAT Comfortabta Dwelling, ab present X occupied by Mr Tayler, replete with every modern convenience, Bituate in the healthiest parb of the Tows. Easy terms of payment may be arranged. F FERBIMAN FOR SALE I WAKANUI ROAD, ASHBURTON. I HAVE for Sale a splendid Dwelling, containing 10 Rooms and every con venience, together with 10 acres of first-class Land. The latter is well adapted for cutting ! up, and should prove a sound investment, j Full particulars on application. F FERRJMAN | FOR~"SALE A COMPLETE THRESHING PLANT. I HAVE for Sale a oomplete Threshing Plant, consisting of an 8 horse power Fowler Traction Engine, sft self feeder, Clayton Combine, vVhare, Water Cart and all the necessary Belting, etc. The Plant is in first-class order, and is ready for immediate work, In view of the exception ally heavy season before us this Plant should nearly pay for itself this year. Full particulars on application. F FERRIMAN FOR SALE, ALFOKD FOREST ROAD. LOT 3 containing J acre, situate opposite the Woollen Factory gate, suitable for building purposes. The Owner is determined to sell, and a reasonable price will be accepted. F. FERRIMAN. FOR SALE, NORTH EAST TOWN BELT. LOT 76—Containing nearly J acre, upon which is erected & substantial Whare and concrete foundations for a 5-roomed house. The Owner is leaving Ashburton and is determined to sell. F, FERRIMAN, J



M X L L OR'S ZEALANDIA BOOT STORE THE LEADING BOOT SHOP, TS the Most RELIABLE House for GOOD AND CHEAP BOOTS. O aim ia to give you the best value for little money. HONESTY is oai [Polio We wil' not Guarantee you>n article unleßs wejknow it will give you] every^Satif[ao6ion, One Trial is all we>sk—Our GoodsJSell themselves. »»»!». MELLOR, (EANORED BTFFETJ, ASHBUBTDJ*



FOR SALE. GRAHAM'S ROAD, 3INWALD. A HANDY sizad Farm of about 100 acres, situated near the Tinwald Saleyardp. Convenient buildings^ Moderate price. F. FEBRIMAN Gold Medal — PARIS. ASTHMA AND CATARRH i l-lay-IPevwr, Oppression, i Nourulgrifs, etc. Cured by ESPIC'S CIGARETTES OR POWDER. Recommended by the highest Medical authorities. The p«ctoral Fumi* gfator JEs»pie is the most efficacious of ali remedies to combat the diseases of the respiratory organs. >, eventyjearKi of success. J. ESPIC, Paris. 20 rue St- Lazare Melbourne, Messrs W. Bamsat Col lins and Swanson Streets, Wholesale Agents. Sold by all Chemists and Druggists. Kequire the signature on every ciga rette. Each box of Cigarettes and powder contains a prospectus with directions. r %# «g Bay *» wV w M FE^R?Binsr PREVENT FITS, CONYULSfOKS, ETC. Preserve a healthy state of the constl- j tution during the period of Teething. The words "JOHN STEEDMAN, CHEM2ST, V/ALW33TSS, SURREY," Are engraved on 'Jio Cw.nnnent Stamp affixed t0 (nfiHE GENUINE DR GUILLIKR X ELIXIR ' Tonic, Glairona, and Anti Biliona r pared by Dr Paul Gage Fils, j Chemist of the Ist Class. The only proprietor of that remedy Hue de Grenelle, S. Germain, Paris. Dr Gaillie's Elixir is one of the most economical medicines, both as a Purga tlve and as a Depurative, it is the beet remedy against all bilious and glairious disorders. For more than seventy five years Dr Gaillie's Elixir has been employed with 1 success against diseases of the liver, the j spleen, the heart, rheumatism, gout, , fever, influenza, si in diseases, etc. ' Beware of imitations, and Bee that you get the Genuine Dr Gaillie's Elixir, which bears the signature of Paul Gage, and mark that each bottle is accompanied Treatise on Glairs. Sold by Druggists, Patent Medicine Dealers, and by AUSTRALIAN DRUG CO.. Sydney, N.S.W, : ASHBURTON BOROUGH AND COUNTY PATRIOTIC FUND. GALA DEMONSTRATION DAY. riIHE LADIES' COMMITTEE of the X Patriotic Fnnd solicit Donations for a Refreshment Booth in the Domain on THURSDAY, February 1. Contributions of Bread, Butter, Eggs, Hams, Cakes, Lollies, Fruit, aod Summer Drinka will be received up to SATURDAY, January 27, by Mesdames Hugo, Rudolph, and Max Friedlander, Alfred Curtis, C. W. , Purnell, W. H. Collins, John Orr, E. «. Crisp, and Miss Williamson ; also may be left at the stores of Messrs Friedlander Bros, John Orr and Co., David Thomas, W. H. Collins and Co,, and Donald Williamson. M. A. WILLIAMSON, 1123 Secretary HOW IS IT the Alooen's can tell so cheap ? Easy, when you know that their rent U lesa than one-third it would be in East Street, and that they do most of the work themselves. If you want a nice Suit for yourself or your boy», or Boots o Shoes for wife or daughter, come to Robert Alcorn's, Havalock Street, where you wil get them good aa well as oheap. * Smoke New ?«»»



1899. CMIttSTMAS. 1899 ---raSTJtBT NEW FBUIT. FIKJJ6T NEW MUIT. AX FLETCHER BROS., CASH £UPPLT STORES. Let the email voice it. yoor pocket-book speak and it will carry t uU atraiirht to the Cheapest J&ore ou e»rtt». "■ •©! "" we .^E&SBKKfi^^ > ALL oar FRUITS are Cleaned by Machinery. 8 d . Fmrst New VostiazaCurrants 0 5 n^««!«i v> t , . , * * „ New Sulunae, nothing finer Oolomal Eflaences, 6d per bottle of New Natural ti K s „ 0 8 FinMt _Df^ Apples, per lb 0 9 Fine ß t French Prunes, per' 1b OJO " DriS pJ2S? " SJS , Btewj B . Prune- „ 0 7 Pr^erve Gin^f"' " J Itol DL BNL Len;;nPeelsPerfcl^ ! fe^P- bottle Fin efet Icing w; per lb 0 6 ?SffsJffgsy •' J} „ Castor Sugar, pet lb 0 6 Lpmon Son Jk ,2 Finest Cut Loaf Sugar, per lb] 03J LhUruß o£dUI M M k., J 2 Großse and Blackweirs Essences »d 8 UICe Oordial > Per bottl<> I • o.er™g Ehf OAKI SJ"GAB ' r°lb b8g ' US 'W b^ (Auck?-d W ***** F1.% KST OA^E SUGAR with TEA, 13s U pet 701b b«» AUCKLAND No. S: CANE SUGAR, with TEA, 12s lll'per 70:b bag. PfJCHEgS TEA (once used always need) H 9J per lb by 5 to 101K Tfnii - M «,* of the Finest Ceylon and Indian Orange Pekoe). * n ' * Bwi* CEYLON ORANGE PEKOE (Golden Tipped) Sh per lb or Is 9d by fh« Tin CKYLON PFKOE,fromlB 3d F erlbbyWlbTm r eTln* feT \TION TEA. in Chests and Half Chests, from la l£d per lb. £S!b™Tld!° LLlß FLOUR ' mih Bag 13S' i 0 'Ib B8« 7S 6mh *** ** !•*•



I Finest Factory Cheese, per 1b 0 0 ! Lewis' Prize B&cou, by roll or side * icr lb 0 7 Lewis' Prze Ham-?, per lb 0 8| Si: Georg-..'s German Sausage, per Ib 1 0 Finest Refined I-aid, per tin 0 6 Dessicated Cosnanut  0 8 Edmor.cl'a Baking Powder, 6d and lid per tin Walnuts"  0 8 ! J'eaNuts „ '06 lib Tins Sr George* Jams, 4s U 6( ztn, per tin 9 5 I lib Raspberry Jam, 5a 6d doz , tin 0 6 lib „ Cros"e and Blackwell's Mar malade 0 9 Concentrated Jellies—L^mon, Rasp berry, Vwnilla— {int- packeta, 5-> 6d dc z pp.r psokefc 0 6 Do Vere's Jtl y Pi.-wders, assorted flnvrurs, p*-r packet 0 6 i Birdseed—Hnup. Bapc, Canary, )\0 3 Linseed, whoie, 3d, crnt-hed, p. rib 0 4 CHKM7CAIS I Morton's Cream of Tartar, per lb 1 3 i  Carboi ate Soda  0 3 i  Tartaric Acid „ 110 „ Citric Acid, 3d oz. „ 3 6  Alom, p< wdered  0 6 „ JU fined Sa'fnetre „ 0 6  Borax, powde *d  0 8 „ Sulphur '„ 0 6 Washing Soda „ 1 Day & Martin's paste Blacking,doz.'o 4$ Nixry's Biack Lead per doz. 0 9 Peerless Glow per hot. 0 8 Biack Lacquer, (Castle Brand) hot. 0 9  in tins 0 7 Brunswick Black, per tin 0 7 Keen's Oxford Blue, per lb 0 10 Bfckitt'e Bag Blue, „ 010 St George'a Bine, 0 8 Colroan's D.S F. Mnstard, lib tins 1 8 flu tins 10£ d, |lb tins 6d Kern's Mustarrt Condiment per lb 1 3 71b tins 6s 9,i Finest Dairy or Table Salt, 5* per cwfc „  Salt, 71b bag 8?, ]4>b bag, Is 3d Ginger, whole Is 3cl, groarid Is 4d lb White Pepper (guaranteed pare) Is 4d lb Belfast Sheep Tongues, lib Is, 2lb Is lOd Washdyke „ 2 b ;6d lib Tin Rabbib In Jelly 7d, 21b, 10 J and Is PEBftfiKVED FISH. Salmon, Catifornian Bd, Flat 9d, Cutting lOd, Cocktail lid—per tin Sardines, Albert patent opener Is per tin  Small, 4d and 4jd, large 7d and < Hd Sardines, in tomato sauce, 4H per tin Morton's Fresh Herrings, flat 7d, kip pered lOd, Herrings in tomato sauce lOd per tin Red Herring 9at Ib, or 100 fish 104 U Star Brand Mullet 7d per tin 1 Preserved Bloaters lOd per tin Table Vinegar'B'j, 9d, and lOd bottle White Wine Vinegar 9d bottle Washing Scap— bilkstone lOd bar orJIOa 6d box McLeod's almond Ecented 9d bar. |10a 6d box Rawling's almond scented, 9d uar, ft» lid box Domestic, 6d bar, 7a lid hox Bond's Clbanser, 5d bar, 6^ 3d box Barilla Ash 9d bar Sunlight so*p Is per box, 4|d bar ! Lifebuoy (Oar>olic), Is 4d box, 06"* bar Toilet Soap—Pear's assorted tablets, 4 in box, Is box Pear's unsoented tablets, 6d each, 5s 6d doz C carer's Shaving Sticks, 9d each Brown Windsor, lib bar lOd, 10 tablets for la Glycerine Soap, Jib bars 4d, lib barsJSi Whiting Id per lb, 7a 6d cwfr. Hops, loose. Is 4-1, and Is fV lb pressed ! Bovril Is 9d and 3s bottle Liebig's Extrac* Meat la 9d per jar Washboaids, wood, lid, zinc Is 2d American brooms Is 3d, Is, 6d, Is 9d. Is lid Fresh Ground Coffae Is 4d, Is 6d and Is 8d lb i



Golden Py.up2b 6i, 41b Is. 71b la a 14ib 3.3d, 281b 6 6<», 66 b 11* U Superior Treacle, 2!1»6d, 41b Is, 7iblsßd, 141h 3t 3d, 28 b 6 , 561b Id 9d Ffsn:c.^ Kenntt 8d »nd lOd botiSe ISfHV,-'^ Food lid, Mdlia'e. Food U 9d Bi-npcr'a Food Is lid &nd 3s 6J per tin Robinson's patent Groats and Barfcy fd per tin Nelson's Gelatine lvz. packet 6d  Ibingliiss, 1< z packet 8i Brown's Corn FJonr 3d lb Brown's Maiae Flour 3-1 lb Maiz na 8d lb, Queau'-larid Arrowroot M Carfbuiy s Crcca lOd, £lb Is 81 Van H out fin's Cocoa 3s 3d per lb Fry's Geco* $b tid. \\h B|^, lib Is 4W f • rslebrook's Coco £:b4d, £:t>7id Choco afe 4d and 6 • per c»ke aiilkrr.aid Mi k 7* 3d dr z. Hd Hn! («-ldf v Vale Milk 5, 6J 6k k. 6i tin BiSCCITS. I Farcy Lunoh S^-* lb ly tin or 84d ib f ol!eg<?  _ V>,nul» Wine  „ lb RioU Ten '•d lb by tin, or dd lb Pet pi a Mixed 4d 3b „ O r 4id lb Fancy Mixed ',*, or 6d lb Garibaldi 6|d lb „ or 6d lb oultar/as  ««. Snowflakrs 4Jd lb „" or U Water »  Ginger Nuts s|j b ," O r 6dlb Cccannt, 7*d lh „ O r *& lb Cracknels la Id lb „ or Is 2d lb 2-J!h I'iuf Preserved Fruite, apriooti »cd roaches, 8d per tin 2£lb Mount Hamilton peare lOd tin Pear? Sap or Tapioca 6!lrs, Is Japan Rice slbs is. or *2l& lb Ground Rice 3sd Split Peas 6!hs"ls, or 2i ?b Pearl Barley 6!bs Ih, or 2*d lb Egyp'ian Lf.nti'p 3|d lb Haricot Btars 3£i lb Macar. ni and Vermicelli la 10d box ot fid lb Flag Brand Pickles 9s 6d per dca or KM per bottle C and B Currle Powder 10j per dcs or lid bottle Mellcr's Sauce %■ pint B£d, pints Is 3d bob. Lea and Pernn's Sauce £-pint Is 4d, pintt 2- 6d Our' Own Sa«ce J-pitt sd, pint 9d Tcmato Sauce 9d per pint bottle Anchovy Sauce Is 34 pint bottle Tobacco- Williams' Jono 6. lb ; Naitro* 4a 6d lb ; Derby 5a 6d Ib / Gold» Eagle 6s per lb Candles- ParaffineWax (plain orfiated 6^d por lb; National Sperm by box 7|d lb ; Bedroom Candles self-fitring, 12 In box, lOd; Price Ciniage Candles Band 10,10J packet Matches Plaids 4a per gross. 4id doe 1000 Vestas, Bell's, 4s lOd dt.B, U. box ; If 00 Veatas, German, 3a lOd dt z 4d box ; 250 Vestas, Bell's, Is 6d do*. 2d box ; Safety's, B and M, 8d packet, small 3d packet Starch, Colman's, 5 b pkft 6|d lb „ Lily, per lib box 5d Borax Starch Glaze, la doz •1 Jd packet Pears' Fuller's Earth and Violet Powdsr 8d box Camphor, loz blocks 3d, or 2a 3d doi Vaseline fid and 9d jar, lib tins Is 9d Pore Glycerine 6d and 9d bottle Glycerine and Cucumber lOd per borfcle Hudßon'H Extract of Soap 9 packets 1» Pnin Killer 1« 4d Boncington's Irish Mobs Is and Is Wi Boigel's Syrup 1h 9d and 3s bottle Pdls—Bolloway's and Cockle's Is 4d box Beecham's and Seigel'e In §d box Senna 2d paoket, Fpscm Salts (fd do* Enob' FrQlj Salts 3s 3d bottle Fluid Magnesia Is bottle Hood's and Ayer's Satsaparilla 4s 8d bot Condy's Fluid Ik 6d, Lung Preserver I Barry's Tricopberus Is 5d bottle SUNDRIES. , Staples 31 lb, s!bs Is Nails 3d lb, 51 bn Is Boss Lanterns Is 3d each



Full Illustrated Price List, containiog 29 pages, free on application Terms : Prompt Nott Cash with tfct Ordua. No charge for packing cases, and all orders delivered free at railway itatirm and within a two miles radius of Ashburton. FLETCHER BROS., CASH SUPPLY STORES EAS STREET, ASHBURTON AND HIGH STREET; eaRrSTOMaROa Whelesal© aud Retail Agenti (or v NiniDo>a i Mm't Seeds,