A Newspaper Proprietor's Jubilee.

Sir John Leng, M.P—Johnnie Len^ j as the Dundee newspaper boys call j him, and at. he loves to be cilled-— bag j been celebrating his jubilee m editor »nd managing proprietor of the Dundeo Advertiser and other journals, by enter taining hia employes, who in turn pre sented him with an illuminated address. Sir John has been a model employer

In the course of an address he gave tbe younger nun present advico to this effect;— One secret of long life is to be temperate in all things, to follow pro tracted work by corresponding rest, and ordinary work by cheerful recrea tion. Another secret is to cultivate a bopeful s truthful, kindly disposition, Not having a family motto, I selected one for myself, at?d it ia the best gift I can leave to my descendants : i Fide 8pe 8 et Oharitate '—Walk by fmh, live in hope, and foster charity both in fthooghfc and de^d. (Applause). 0! those who were in the ' Dundee Adver tiser ' office when Sir John ontered ib fifty years ago, only one man now re mains, One of the speakers alluded to the fact that no advancement in Sir John Long's position or titles had changed his relationship to those he employed, and this remark called from Sir John the following • —

It is one of the foibles of mankind to exaggerate the value of titles. I found that with many people tbe ad dition of • M■ P, 'to my name seemed to add fifty per cent,, and the prefix of • Sir * other fifty per cent, to their application of me. (Laughter.) Neither of them added one per cent to my own ialf respect. The newsboys and news girls frequently address me by what 1 regard as the endearing familiarity of Johnnie Leng, (Laughter) Well, I feel that lam tbe same Johnnie Lmg that I always waa. (Applause)

The laflueaza Epidemic.

WHAT THE LONDON * TIMES }

SAYS ABOUT IT.

Ab the commencemant of this year when Influenza was reaching its height, and assuming very serious proportions in London, Ihe Ttm.es had the following in Its oolurnnaj We quotie this as it is writ ten by an authority, whose words carry weight, and who gets to the real secret of of the prevention of influenza:— Influenza has co far baffled research, wo know how-" ever that it is highly contagious, its onset: Is sudden, ard that the best thing we can do to escape it is to avoid whatever may tend t-a low<sr the tone of the system. This is the root of the matter. Irfluenea attacks those who by lack of vigor and tone in the system, have left a loophole for its entrance. The main thing, then. Is to keep in good health while thia scourge is co prevalent. This can only be done by keeping up the general tone of the system, and so enable the various organs to o«rty OK fc their respective duties the tendency to catch colfla a._< 3 Infiuenaa, being thereby greatly minimised. This Js what 8118 Beans for Biliousness will do, and we maintain that no better remedy can be found for these ailments. Many bo called ourta f.r Inflaecst fall to get at the root of the trouble, and only afford temporary relief. Bile Beans will brace up the system, keep the liver in thorough and regular working, order and the digestion ris>hb, and will, without doubb. prove the most effective preventative and cure for it fl _ci z\ and colda. They have been proved in hundreds of cases to be the most effective known remedy In dealing with Influenza, olds, anc all ailments arising from such complaints.

Motor Postal Cars

Starting from the opinion that motor-cars are not merely a new kind of Brort, But that they ought to-be ran. dered useful to the* world at lcrgf>, Dr Soha'zil, a his;h official of-the Bavarian Post Office, has just published a pamph. let on • Motor Postal Oars and their TTg«.' He considers the possible ntili. nation of motor cm in the postal ser vice from different points of view, and comes to the conclusion that' the pre sent pap between railway and horse locomotion will be completely filled by the motor cars on the highways. The country districts and towns touched and benefitted hj railways are as yet in the minority, whereas the majority of people see only the drawbacks to the present system of traffic and loco motion. The revolution in all indus trial life inaugarated by the railways; has intensified competition and the* struggle for existence, everywhere enabling those who are in a position to Hie rapid and swift means of transport to defeat their competitors. As soon, i however, as motor cars take the place of horsps, egrieultare in remote dis tricts will have a better market, because \ easily-spoiled products at present are only transportable a short distance. In future, however, it will be feasible to j transport such produce even from. country districts situated very far from j large cities. The postal motor car w5' 1 like the railways, convey pisn' ..•, m*V9, and floods, so th*t '' oogers, ▼enieut and expensive ' the ineon jjfoods from a" ' transport of piece donf> awa" , ailway station will be portal- j w j tri# jf t however, the * motor car is to be of economical *lue, it mast coir bine speed and fre quency of communication. For this | purpose smaller vehiclPß will be used in i less frequented districts, The cheap ness of motor cars, as compared with I horse mails, and their greater frequency will naturally incresse traffic. The Bffift transport of the mails by motor cars and motor tricycles is a question of the greatest importance! Bapid trans port to the main 'railway lines and prompt delivery of goods in the country will thus be realised. Mrssengrrs^ being no longer required, motor tricycles conld be bought for the money thus saved."

THE ASHBURTON GUARDIAN : TUESDAY. SEPTEMBER 10, 190),

Printed and published by Alfbed John Tyrbkll-Baxmb, of Burnett street east, j for the Proprietors, Robkri! Bull and Henby Adam Maokay, ab their Print'ng j Offioe Burnett Street, Ashburton TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 1901.



The Roman Empire, nigh forgotten, Once exerciß3d a mighty sway," Bub like some buildings old and rotten, '' Was left to erumb'e and r'ec&y. Thfi human body needs attention, In order to long 1 fe a?9ur?, F»r ooopba and oolds w&'ve but to mention W B Woods'Geeat Pejppebmi*"b Curb j The local branch of the D.T.C. has now been in full swing in Ashbnrton for juat 6 months, which ia 5 months longer than wae anticipated at the commencement; of the sale. The sale has proved an unprecedented success, and as it is now drawing to a o!oae, tfeoßO who are ooufcemplating purchasing a piano or organ, or music*! instrument!? of any description would do well to make their decision while suoh a magnificent Btock is here from which to make their selection. A new shipment, which will also be the tact, has just been opened Wades Teething Powders for Babies are soothing, reduce fever and prevent Uotcbes ; price, Is Smoke New Yeuus



Nerve Tonic Builds up the System. Strengthens. This warm climate is very trying to all. The blood easily becomes impure and the nervous system greatly debili tated. But you can retain your health and keep your nervous system, strong. This is the portrait of Mr. William Fanning, of Beaconsfield, Fremantlo, Western Australia. In his letter he says; " Upon arriving in Western Australia three years ago, I found that my blood was in bad condition and my general system all run down. I suffered greatly, especially from indigestion. I had heard so much about AVER'S Sarsaparilla I thought I would try it. I did so, and only three bottles restored my strength, built up my system, and cured my dyspepsia. And I have also found it a great nerve tonic." If you are bilious, constipated, or are troubled with headache, take Ayer's Pills. Prepared by Dr. X G, Awr Cg., Lowell, Mass., U. S. A. B !_■ UIiE2IJHLJ}.J.I»£JL..L.I. L'-»~" i i f BUSINESS NOTICES



f 5 f First Shipment JUST ABMYED. To be followed by Regular Shipments direct from Ceylon by every Mail Boar, OP THE RENOWNED CEYLON TEA. THE NIRVANA TEA COMPANY, Colombo, Ceylon, have made arrangements to send to Ne*v Zealand REGULAR SHIPMENTS OF THEIR CHOICE OEYLON TEAS, feeling sure the Tea drinking public will much appreciate a PURE, CHOIOE OEYLON TEA, Direob from the Grower, UN TAMPERED WITH, !K£. READ THIsL. Thesg Teas are Paoked in Ceylon, and are absolutely PURE. People rarely consider the DINGER of drinking low class Teas. NIRVANA is the highest grade known to the trade, and is told by all leading groce.rß ab the earae price as ordinary Tea. ASK FOR ir. EONT FORGET THE NAME. Sole Agent Appointed— J. T. COOOH, Ashburton. Free Sample and Pamphlet on application REMOVED To Takckkd Street (next Hall, Herbalist MRS J^LLCY]}, MUSIC SELLER and rpEACHEF of .PIANOFORTE Km I ORGAN. Musical Instruments of every desoriptlsa. Lattst music by every mail. Pupils thoroughly taught. Terms, £l Is per quarter I "A THING OF BEAUTY *IS A JOY FOR EVER," rTpriEREFORE Procure the Service! of t7. Xi. HIGG» TO DECORATE YOUR HOMES With his Beautiful Designs in Paper and Paiub Work, As Spring is coming, apply early to avoid the rush of work, WINDOW GLASS, PAINTS, 0IL « & PAPERIMGS IN STGOK. J-. L. HIGGS. Tanobsh Stotet. I tl EWELLYM OWEN CERTIFICATED TEACHER, Local Representative of the London College of Muaio and of the Musical International College, /"QUARTER starting from any date. Students prepared for any examination held in the Colooy. Candidates presented, 107 } average marks obtained 93 per cent SPORT. SPORT SPORT GUNS GUNS. GUNS, HARDLEY BROS EAST STREET, HAVE TO HAND, direob from the Manufacturers, a large Consignment of the Famous NEW RIVAL CARTRIDGES. Large supplies also arriving of Eley'u Amberite, Blue Shutze, Kynock'a Nobele, eto. Special clearance of Wire Cartridgef, owing to being overstocked. GUNS, GUNS. For First-class Guns, at a low price, give us a trial ; our prices defy competition. GUNS ot all makes REPAIRED and not In first-class order by a Praofcioal Gunsmith. Address — HARDLEY BEOS I7IARMER3 and others, prepare for the _ Winter, and have your Home made cheery and bright wi'h the powerful acetylene Gas. Estimates given by HahdleY Bros T.ESDKRS Wanted—For the wearing of two thousand pairs o Boots. Apply 1 al J Mellob, Tanked Street



STUD NOTICES. ] TO STUD HORSE OWNERS O ORBE CARDS and Horse Re ceipt Books printed at the Mail and Guardian Office with neatness and despatch, and at Moderate Prices; TO STAND THIS SEABON, at Win slow, aod 1 ravel the Hinds, Enapuna, Mayfield, and Westerfield Disbuds. The Thoboughbrbs Stallion, MAPQUIS OF ZETLAND. (Pkrkin Warueck ll—Reverie) Bred by Mr E Gates, at Grove Farm, Marquis of Zetland is a dark bay colt with black points. He stands 15.3, has great strength and substance, and during his racing career he prove! himself to be one of the fastest horses of the many good ones bred on Grove Farm. Fees—Season, £3 3a ; groomage fee ss, For further particular* appl? to I R. BURNETT, 9 46 Wlnslow. TO STAND THIS SEASON, at Ardagh, Lyndhursb, aud Travel the District, The THOBor_GHBBEsn Fsallion, FOBMOSAN, By St Leger—Forme, by Nordenfeldfc— Formo (dam of Multiform), by Bterliogworth —Pulchra (imp) FORMOSAN cornea from a winning family, his sire having produced last season 31 winners, with a total of £9999 2s 6d, and was himself a good performer, having won the Champagne Stakes, Challenge Stakes (beating Advance), and other good races. Terms—s Guineas; grazing 2s per week. Every care taken bub no responsibility. For farther particulars apply MAX FRIEDLANDER, 9 24 Ashburton To Travel the R.ngltata, Mayfbld, and Surrounding Districts. KING ROYAL, (B*y Colt, rising 3 years) SIRE, King's Pride, by King of the Van, qaishers, dam, Flower, by Crown Prince by Young Watty, dam Matohioness. D*m, by Lord Salisbury.' For full particulars, apply to 275 PETRIE AND WILLIAMS. TO STAND THIS SEASON AT ASHBURTON, And Travel the Surrounding Districts, Thb CELBBBATEn Trotting Stallion, PBINCE IMPERIAL. (By Hambletonlan Bell Boy—Princess) PRINCE IMPERIAL is the sire of Little I Princess, which ran a dead heat with Onward for second place in the Juvenile Stakes, ab the Christchurch May Meeting } time, 2;39 Terms—£4 4s; payable Ist January, 1902 j groomage fee ss, payable at first service; For further particulars apply j. McDonnell, 8 212 Proprietor, Ashburton TO Travel the Ashbarton and surround' tng districts, the standard bred i Trotting Sire IMPERIOUS. Terms and other particu'ars will be advertised in a future issue. MANCAN & WILSON, 9 62 Proprietors, Viiccarton BUSINESS NOIICES



kw _Z_) 53 O CO Q CM ii S P 2__r ■_. 5 w __ji ~\ | CC * I < w § ggj g 4 «■ £j {_? f j _?*' Smpm fa P3 GO FOR WATCHES CLOCKS, JEWELLERY, SILVER AND ELECTRO-PLATE SEASONABLE NOVELTIES, Eto, oo io a. JESSON, Practical Watchmaker and weller Burnett Streeb, (opposite Somerset Hotel) Ashburton. —Bepairs a Specialty.— Presentation Committees liberally dealt with. Monumental Sculptor, 60 Stafford St, Timaru tA LWAYS In Stook—A firsb XjL olass selection of Marble and Granite Monuments, Designs and Esbimabes may be inspected at the establishment of Mr John Wilson, Painter, Burnett Sbreeb, Ashburbon 9 Letter Catting in any style



BUSINESS NOTICES 1 GARDEN REQUISITES. GARDEN REQUISITES. GARDEN REQUISITES. TITATER POTS, all sizes, with or without rose. TTOES, every shape manufactured. f CLIPPERS for Hedges and Borders. S\VT OF SIGHT TRAPS, » Certain Death to Birds." T AWN MOWERS. LVWN MOWERS. LINES.—* Belfast Garden Lines,* non-breakable. TVANHOE RAKES, with or without Handles. TKTETTING-Sft', 2fb, and 18in, specially imported fos peas. aPADES-A, and F. Parkea. all sizes, (C_ * Whitehouses,' Colonial Slashes. /"lO— me and Buy. W. H. COLLINS & CO,, HARDWARE EMPORIUM, East Street, Ashburton. Telephone—l 4 and 15 Post Office Box 35 LADIES, i i IF you bay from as yoa ace sare of the best, no mattSr how little yoa pay—best at the price. If from any reason yoa cannot bay, we strongly advise yoa to take the other side of the street, or if yoa must look at oar windows, keep a good hold on yoar purse for a look at the Season's goods now showing, and the Exquisite Novelties displayed in our premises, is a very strong temptation to buy, consequently every lady who wishes to " just have a look at the new things " is cordially welcomed, MITCHELL AND TURNER I



a^^s^M^^^^2 > cold winter night, 'Blbb '^^^^S^^^^^^^S/ w^en l*ie c^* s-eems to »i / - w*^ c f°unc^ *° c iust w"iat //«vW%^l^K///> warming drink, thoroughly' / TMi^/S^^^^^P agreeable to the taste. '' o^&M^^^^o^(^^' ' Aulsebrook's Cocoa is / • W^^^S^^^^^^^/^ , '■< also peculiarly a nourishing /d^w*s ' Gnc* strengtn-er"ng beverage; C/^ energising, vitalising, sus """ .mm7~~^Z^^^~^^~' —J 3s JUiqUid Life,



J. V. DE BEER WATCHMAKER * JEWELLER TUST Arrived, TWO GASES OF Electroplate and Sterling Silver Ware rom the celebrated Manufacturers , , WALKER & HALL, SHEFFIELD. . Articles suitable for Presentation!? »nd Wedding Prese. • a Specialty, INSPECTION INVITED. WATCHES. Another Parcel of three dozen NICKEL KEYLES3 LEVERS at 27s This is the watch thab has given such unfailing satisfaction, thab ib ia needless to mention its numerous excellent quail ties. Everyone sold is an ; advertisement Ira itself. tfEW JEWELLEBY m ENGAGEMENT RTNGS. $30 Brooches, Bracelets, Bangles, Muff chains« The Newest Novelties in Gold Charms Tfoe Latest Appliances and Appointment FOR SIGHT TESTING just to hand J. V.DE BEER Eaßt Streeb, Ashburbon Mrs Johnston, npEACHER of the Pianoforbe & Singing Havelock Sbreeb ! IVEBL EY HAVING taken over the labe MrOsborn Coombe's connection, will visit Ash I burton and surrounding districts three times per annum, viz, March, July and November. 1 Orders may be leffc ab bhe Commercial Hobel or wibh Mr L'ewellyn Owen at bis Mnsta Studio, Arcade Chambers, Ashburton HOW to geb a beautiful Library for nothing. Use the iaraous BOOK GIFT Tea and select your Books from Catalogue of 500 books that are given away free. i



THE DAINTIEST LITTLE WHEEL THAT EVER WAS" " The Rambler." HAVING sold oat of my old stock of these superior Bicycles, I have us. opened op a fresh consignment of the LATEST PATTERN " RAMBLER 9' SPECIAL LIGHT RACERS, ROAD RACERS, & ROADSTERS n 'all sizes and all fitted with th eve* asting G & J detachable Tyre. " XJEX£2 WA.MBJUI2It. OALt_ AND INSPECT THE STOOK. Price Easy, Riding Easy. Machines the Strongest Earth, i ACCESSORIES IN STOCK. OTHER MARES FITTED WITH G & J TYRES, D. THOMAS. THE NEW ZEALAND FARMERS CO OPERATIVE ASSOCIATION OF CANTERBURY, Lin Offices, Warehouses, and Grain Stores West Streeb, Ashburton. EVERY Doscr.pbion of Farmers Requisites at lowest rates. Groceries, Hardware Saddlery, Cornsaelrs, Woolpacks, Twine, Oils* Tinware Horse Covers Sof b Goods & Boobs _____ GRAIN SOLD ON COMMISSION. Having roliabla information from our Agents In obher parts of the Colonies, we are in a position to obtain highest possible price, for all grain placed in our hands for disposal, Shareholders should be particularly care ful to enquire from us and inspect our goods' before ordering elsewhere. WE have several really firsb-class Farm for Sale on cur books, and farmer wishing to purchase would do well bo call on as for parbioulars :—.'i 370 „ Springburn 108 „ Mount Somers 1000 Acres Laurißbon District 750 „ Wakanui „ 1031 „ Chertsey „ 1958 „ Dromore „ 1180  Springburn „ 476 „ „ „ 5000 v , Hinds „ (In lobs bo suit purchasers 2000 „ Mitcham „ 400  Fairfield „ 1000 „ near Alford 700 „ Newlands 700 „ Overdale 300 „ 83. F GIBSON I Manages *



BUSINESS NOTICES f [liew^falandl f ■*'" iy, . <**) 4 I vJj'f ' >/iv / * 3 i\ I _._.-. _. _ _ ~ <" j NEW £fSALAN£ CLOTHING FACTORY NEW GOODS. NEW GOODS, i)K DOZEN STRAW HATS d\f\ DOZEN SOFT PELT HATS DOZEN TENNIS SHIRTS New Regatta Shirts, Ties, Gaps, and all the Latest Novelties to open next week. The Largest Selection in Town, Prices Right. Quality Right. NEW ZEALAND CLOTHING T7AOTORY LO THING JF AC TORY ECLIPSE CYCLE CO., ENAMELLERS, PLATERS, AND MACHINISTS.



WANTED. WHAT Ladies say of Mitchell & Tor I neb's Show Room. Oh, how lovely ! Jusb like a nice garden ! Nicer than ever . Quite as good as Christchurch 5 Wouldn'b that suit —We musb tell her. W~~ ANTED Exiown^^lle^rGooA Shooter Boots only 8a lid, at Mellor's Zealandia Boot Store riIHE Crowning Glory of a Woman is her X Hair. For promoting an abundant and luxurious growth of hair there is nothing to equal Hendy's Egg Julep. Bottles la, at H E Bohnintok's, Chemist. ONCE again our Great Stock Taking Sale Is ab hand. Great Bargains at Mellor's Zealandia Boob Store THE •« LILY STARCH " is Eupecior any. Housewives will find ib most economical. Sold by all storekeepers 5 312 REMEMBER for ono month only— Mellor's Stock Taking Boot Sale will last. Come eaily for bargains WHAT prize takers for pastry uses Fatty Pan baking powder the great novelty. REMEMBER Mellor's Great Stock Taking Boot Sale la now on. Great Bargains at Mellor's WANTED — 1000 People to try Mellor's Zealandia Boob Store or good cheap Foot Wear WANTED— Ladies visiting Dunedin will find Hendy's Hairdressing Saloons, Princess sbreeb, replete with every comfort for Hairdressing, Shampooing, Singeing, eto Toileb goods of every description W" ANTED Known—A GreaTstook Taking Sale la now on ao Mellors Zealandia Boot Store „_:, OH Where, oh where is the Best Boot Shop ? Why Mjbllob's Zealand ia Boot Store, ot course. PATTY Pan baking powder tin. great novelty, two pabby tins for nothing grocers: T GEORGE JAMS excel all others they are delicious. Sold by all star keepers 5 31 WANTED— Ladies desirous of dressing bhe hair in presenb becoming fashions should send for the new Geisha Frames; all colours, Senb post free for Is 9d from the manufacturer, A M Hbndy, Hairdresser, Dnnedin. C~~HILBLAINS relieved instantly of all irritation by Loasby' Koolibah. Few a plications cure ONE Minute, Please—Have you heard thab Mellor's Greab Boot Sale is now on ST GEORGE Potted and Preserved Meats —Tongues, Table Delicacies, etc—have no equal, All storekeepers 31 5 PATTY Pan baking powder wants one trial without prejudice, two pabby pans or nothing KOOLIBAH Cures all Pains, Strain?, Bruises, Stiff Joints, etc. Try lb for Chilblains JUST Fancy—Ladies' Pretby Evening Shoes only 2a lid, at Mellor's Zealandia Boot Sbore WISE Mothers — Remember that Mellor's Greab Bargain Sale is now on PATTY Pan baking powder is the great cab novelty you ever saw. Sold all gro oers. ITUHY Chilblains are relieved inßbanbly and quickly cured by Loasby's Koolibah sure cure WANTED— For promoting an abundant and luxurious growth of hair there is nothing to equal Hendy's Egg Julep ;it I arrests all dandruff, and leaves the hair beautifully glossy. Bottles is ; on sale ab H E Bonninoton's, Chemist. BOOTS, Boots, Boots—The Cheapest House in Ashburton for Boots is Mellor's Zealandia Boob Store WANTED Known - The Rapid Lightning Shirb Gloss is sold ab fill Grocers ; a wonderful Shirt glaze ST GEORGE Manafacbured Goods of various kinds are the besb. Try bhem Procurable from all storekeepers 5 311 WANTED Known — Great Clearing Boot Sale at Mellor's Zealandia Boob Store THE most up bo date rovelty o. the day Patty Pan baking powder HP HE Enquirer's Oracle, the besb JL reference book on everyday subiects, is given away with lOlbs BOOK GIFT Tea PATTY Pan baking powder contains ft pabby pan »t sach end of tin, *



BUSINESS NOTICES ; rpHE GOVERNMENT INSUR ANCE DEPARTMENT is prepared | to gran. EMPLOYERS OF LABOR Covers against Risks connected with their Trade or Businea under " The Workers' Compensation Act," "The Employers' Liabilities Acts," as well as under the Common Law. Owners of Property and Mortgagees also protected under Special Tables. PERSONAL ACCIDENT INSURANCE EFFECTED IN ALL BRANCHES. For particulars as to Rates, etc. apply to the Local Office of th Department. J H RICHARDSON Commissioner Wellington, 6th June, 1901 WANTED, 20,000 Hares. VT7E Have appointed Messrs Annest Bros, to-act as our A6ENT S S For Ashburton and Dietriot, and they will pay Top Prices. Consign to— TONKIN AND CO., j > FAIRFIELD I



'. t LADIES! GENUINE Tailor-made Costumes, Hablbs Jackets, Rainproof Mantles &c, made to measure in the latest Styles and newes v Materials. Fib and workmanship guaran _ded. GENTLEMEN ! We have j nab opened out ex s.s'Ranga«* tlra' a large Shipment of New Winter Goods We respectfully invite Jnspeoblor of our new Worsbed and Viouna Suitings, Serges, Scotch, Irish, and Wesb of England and New Zealand Tweeds, Meltons, Beaver*, Vene tians, New Rainproof Covert Coatings, real 'Donnybrook'lrish Friezes, &c. Suite to measure from £3. Trousers from 15s. Our motto is always * Satisfaction 1' CRAIGHEAD & BERRYMAN The Leading Tailors and Outfitters, ASHBURTON EGG-S. MINORCAS, Brown Leghorns, Lang shaos, Indian Game and Pekin Ducks. SITTINGS FROM Sss TO Sis. Early Orders Booked and Executed in Rotation. 21 H. G. BERRYMAN. TO BE PUBL SHED IN APRIL, 1902. A COMPLETE and Reliable Directory FOR CANTERBURY NELSON, MARLBOROUGH, and WESTLAND. STONE, SO™ AND CO., Publishers of the well known Stone's Otago and Southland Directory and Sbone's Wei lington, Hawke's Bay, and Taranaki Directory, etc, have the honor to notify their intention bo compile and pub a thoroughly complete and reliable DIRECTORY, bo be entitled :— STONE'S CANTERBURY, NELSON, MARL BOROUGH & WESTLAND DIRECTORY, AND NEW ZEALAND ANNUAL. APRIL, 1902. Edited by John Stone. Will oontain more than twice the amount matter given in any previously issued Directory of Canterbury^. Price : If ordered before publication, 108.6 d after publication, 12s 6d; 6 13



IF YOU WISH TO OBTAIN TflE BEST CHOPS AND GET PRIZES, jUse Islington Fertilisers To Insure Full Crops Everywhere. IT7*E have the pleasure to notify i Our Clients that we are now in the ■ position to supply them with these celebrated Fertilizers * AT £4 12s 6d PEE TON on Trucks, ISLINGTON & SMITHFIELD. Results Prove that they are the BEST AND CHEAPEST TO USE. Quality and Analysis remain as Before Islington Clients have won the highest honors at the Winter Shows of the Agricultural and Pastoral As sociations, for Roots and Grain exhibited at their Show 3, and in the Paddock Competitions. NICOLL BROS. MSTKICT AGENTS, ASHBURTON: BE WISE, UY YOUR BOOTS AT ~D. STOCEk'S LUE BOOT SHOP, J "DURNETT STREET, ASHBURTON. j 1 A Pair of B)ippers given away with every j pair of Boots to the value of 10a. i



T. Bullock, "TO LET "" ALLENTON /10TTAGE of Pour Rooms, scullery, Eto, \j together with two sections, fronting Allen's Road ; firptclaws land for garden Apply to T BULLOCK, Agent TO LET Desirable Residence, together with 4 ACRES 4 First Class Land. SITUATED fronting Main South Rofcd Tinwald, and nob far from end o Traffic Bridge. The house contains 8 rooms together with washhouae, veracdah, eto, Stable, trapehed, eto. Full particular • on application. w _T. BULLOOK, Agent " TO LET QELOP with Dwelling Rooms attaohed, IC* centrally situated in Triangle; low rental T BULLOCK fIFITS t. ." BUTCHER'S SHOP, East Street; good stand; lately oco upied by Mc G Worner ■ T BULLOOK. ~ "TO lm\~ COTTAGE of two roomß centrally Bit. uated in Havelock Street, Apply to T BULLOCK.



A. AGER, ARCHITECT, ARCADE, ASHBURTON, AND 22, BEDFORD ROW, CHRISTCHURCH i BICYCLES RE-PLATED AND RE-ENAMELLED IN all the COLOURS of the RAINBOW, including BLACK and WHITE. SILVER AND GOLD DECORATIONS if required* FROM' 20g. Gates, Lowry and G0. % ZEALANDIA CYCLE WORKS, BUBNKTT StEEET



WANTED KNOWN-That we are daily j opening up Novelties for the Spring j in every Department. Exquisite goods ia ' Ladies' Capes, Millinery, and underclothing. —Mitchell & Turner, the Drapers GEO. Elliott's fine story, *Adam Bede,' is given away with 61bs Book Gift Tea. Ask your grocer for Catalogue of 500 good books thab are given free with famous BOOK GIFT Tea. /^©VERNMEAST LIFE INSURANCE DEPARTMENT. _ J,, Policyholders and those about to iosx..* should note the throe essentials of Li'f Insurance,— SECUKITY. LIBEBALITY. ECONOMY. IN THB GOVERNMENT OFFICE,— SECURITY is unimpeachable; tho pay ment of eyory policy is guaranteed by tho State; and, iv addition, tho accumu lated Insurance Fund, invested in the I soundest securities, now amounts to over three millions stor..._jj. LIBEBALITY is unequalled. Policies in arrear are kept alive co long as tho charges on the policy are not in ex____ of tho surrender value. Policyholders avo . unrestricted as to travel, residence, and occupation. Claims are prom pi: v pi.id. Premiums are charged for ago 'nearest birthday. Policies are unchallengeable on any ground except fraud, or suicide within six months. ECONOMY is insured by direct Parlia mentary supervision. Al! expenditure outside payment of claims, &c, has firat to receive the sanction of tho Legislature, Funds, over THREE MILLION POUNDS, Annual Income, over- £400,600. Cash Surplus In 1*96 {for three years), £225,000. J. H. KK.IIA_iD._ON, 6] Commissioner



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