INTERPROVINCIAL

United Press Association — By Electric Telegraph

Auckland, Oct. 27.

The Premier, Mrs and the Misses Seddon, and sir J. GK Ward will leave Onehunga for Wellington in the Tutanekai to-morrow morning. The southern members of the Coronation Contingent will also proceed to their homes in the Tutanekai.

This morning a man named Henry W. R. Hern died under somewhat peculiar cir cumstances. He was mixing some mortar iv the Richmond Road School ground for the construction of concrete drains, and told his employer that he had swallowe-l the fumes of the lime, and that he thought he was going to die. Subsequently Dr. Moir was called, but Hera died soon after wards.

Considerable interest is being taken in the Police Court sequel to Sir J. Q-. Ward's meeting at the Choral Hall on tho 20th inst. William Richardson, who-is charged with unlawfully disturbing the meeting/ is a fauiilar figure on the temperance platform, and that part of.the Court set aside for the public was crowded to-day when the case came on. Richardson's defence will bo heard on Friday.

Chrtstchurch, Oct. 27

At a meeting of the Council of the New Zealand League of Wheelmen, applica tions from W. Clarkson and K. Woodroffe, of Palmerston North, for reinstatement were granted. The Westland Centre for warded its annual report, which showed a fairly satisfactory state of affairs. A lengthy report was received frorp Mr F. B. Wilkins, of Wellington, Chief Consul, ontb.3 condition of matters in the North island, and it was decided to authorise Mr Wilkins to visit Feilding at the League's expense, with a view to securing the adhesion of the Fielding Athletic Club. It was decided to make a presentation to the ex-chairman of the League, Mr W. G. Atack, in recognition of his past services. The Canterbury College Board of Governors have been asked by the Students Association not to discontinue the lecture ship on geology, rendered vacant by the resignation of Captain Hutton. The Board at n previous meeting considered that so few students took up the geological course, that it would be useless to continue to en gage a lecturer for it. The Board has vow reversed its decision, but has referred the matter to a committee.

A proposal was made at the meeting of the Canterbury College Board of Governors to-day that the salaries of professors re ceiving J3900 per annum should be reduced to £700, and students fees bo i educed in consequence. It was stated that the fees were higher than at any other college iv the colony. The Board, however, did not take any steps in the matter.

PAiiMERSTON North, Oct. 27,

Mr W. T. Wood, the Government candi date for the Palmerston seat, addressed a very large meeting of electors here to-night. His speech was mainly in favor of the Government policy, and he has declared himself a supporter, though not a blind follower of the Premier. At the conclusion of the speech, which was attentively listened to, a vote of thanks and confidence wa3 carried unanimously. At two minutes before 8 o'clock to-night an extremely brilliant meteor was seen here, falling from the north eastern sky. It lit up the whole district, and was a very striking spectacle.

Social Column.

The matter included in this column is contributed and paid for.]

The London County Council Abolishes Drink from its Institutions

Alcoholic drink as an article of food has been abolished from all the institutions under the control of the London County Council, notably from the asylums and tha industrial schools, few of which, but for the drink, would be required. The most prominent feature in the policy of the Council-has been the abandonment of liquor licenses which fell into the kinds of the Council in connection with stre t improve ments and re-housing schemes. It was in 1889 that the London County Council w;i3 first brought face to face with the question. By 68 votes to 17 thoy deckled not to pre serve a license, and since then 104 lljens-s have been allowed <;c lapse. Another reform due to the Council is the prohibition of inquests at public houses. Iv 189 i there were 56S inquests held ia licensed premises, la3t year there were none so held. The Council has further douo good work in connection with the sale of alcoholic drinks in mmic-halls.

Great Mortality among Licensed Victuallers.

The mo -tality of persons directly engaged in the supply of spirituous liquors still continues to bo enormous. Up to the age of 25 years brewers experience' little more than the average mortality, but after that age the baneful influence of their employ ment rapidly becomes apparent. Their mortality throughout the main working period of life exceeds that of occupied males by about 50 per cent. At all ages after the 20th year pviblicuns are subject to a death rate which ir much higher that the average among occupied males, while at the age groups 25-35 and 35-45 years the ratos are jusfc double the average. Taking, for example, publicans without distinction of locality, the table shows that they die seven times as fast as do occupied males from alcoholism, 61 times as fast from diseases of the liver, six times aa fast from o-out, and more than double as fast from diseases of the urinary system, from rheumatic fever, from diabetes, and from suicide.

Increase in Criminal Classes.

The Prison Commissioners for Scotland, in their report for the past year, state that there is still an enormous increase in the number of criminals. Since the year 1807 the number has increased from 51,000 to 67,000. In fact, since the early sixties the growth of crime has far outstripped the growth of the population. Commenting on the returns issued, the ' Ardrossan Herald' says -. ' No explanation of all this can be offered lightly; but social observers will I be inclined to suspect a strong co-operation of drink with such other causes as may exist, especially in a country so much ridden with the curse as ours is known to be. This i expectation is amply fulfilled by the results ! of a most valuable table or particulars in i regard to fifty prisoners in Barlinnie ; General Prison, in Glasgow, compiled by Major Forbes, the Deputy Governor. The results are very striking. Thirty-six were drunkards, twenty-four had been accustom ed to drink from boyhood. Thirty-three were either drunk or unsettled by liquor at the time of their crimes. And the Deputy j Governor found teat a noticeable number | of the crimes had been committed on j Saturday night, after payment of wages. Nor is the operation of drink, as those ignorant of its supreme influence might i suppose, a temporary excitement leading to r unpremeditated acrime. The temporary heating of the blood is a slight thing be side the permanent weakening of the moral fibre which the habit brings. Altogether there is nothing in the report to make Scotsmen proud of Scotland.

THE ASHBURTON GUARDIAN t TUESDAY, OCTOBER 28, 190 a.

Printed and published by Thomas Hancos,. for the Proprietor, Eobbkt Bell, at his Printing Office, Burnett Street, Ashbu*. ton. TUESDAY, October 28, 1902,



"it* Fameut."' -& i;'LrflltC S \ Emulsion The Woncfetfui Curs for Coughs, Colds, v * Two Sfzes, 2s. 6d. and 4s. 6d. AH Chemists and Stores Sell St. 3* r— — -* BUSINESS NOTICES. OUR FIRST CONSIGNMENTS * OF SPRING : : : : GOODS Are Now Being Opened —so:— SOMETHING new in every department, our Prints being especially attractive. 2000 Yards at 4§d per yard, and warranted fast colors , One Shilling in the Pound Discount allowed on all Cash Purchases ASIBURTON. Til? A T>T7HB'V C*(\ If you wish to obtain the N BEST CROPS AND GAIN PRIZES, uss ISLINGTON FERTILIZERS, To ensure full Crops Everywhere "\/IXE have the pleasure to notify our Clients that v*e are now in the position to supply them with these celebrated Fertilisers at — ££ 12s 6d per ton on Trucks at Islington and Smithfield. | Eesults Prove that they are the Best & Cheapest to use. QUALITY AND ANALYSIS REMAIN j —AS BEFORE.— ! Islington Clients have won the Highest Honours at the Winter Shows of the Agricultural and Pastoral Associations for Roots and Grain exhibited at. their Shows, nnd in the Paddock Competitions. IN!COLL BROS ,01 ST RICT AGENTS, ASHBURTON.



HALMA'S STUDIOS, I SAUNDERS' BUILDINGS. DNS DOZEN CABINET PHOTO- - GRAPHS and ONE ERLAEGEMENT | FOR 15S. See Specimens at Studio. Note—No Canvassers; No Coupons; therefore we can give you the best possible saf isfaotion. Proofs shown, and the best work guaranteed. j Only this season's Twesds sold, j XiLIIjO-R/k% Street.



ASHBURTON NURSERY. HAVTNQ- taken over the above old established Business, lately carried on by Mr Thomas Scaly, we trust by strict attention to business to merit a contin uance of the liberal support accorded to him in the past. | G. and €. CLARK, NURSERYMEN, ASHBUKTON. Ashburton, Nursery, 11th October, 1902. {



i " JOHN OLSEBT, I | Melrose Dairy, Hampstead, \ "YTSTISHES to notify to the inhabitants of If Ashburton that he has erected a substantial dairy in brick, with all the latest appliances, for the clarification, ' pasteurizeing, and cooling of milk. Just the kind of milk for the weakest of invalids and most delicate children, and a milk that everybody ought to use. ! Unpasteurised milk supplied from Novem- ; ber Ist and until machinery fitted un. i | Families waited on. j '. Wanted regular supplies of injlk delivered at Melrose Dairy. 10 244



BUSINESS NOTICES. CHARLES BEECH, TANCBED STREET, ASHBURTON. MY TEA ROOM is centrally situated' and Hot Pies can be had at any time. Birthday and Wedding Cakes made to order. Small goods a specialty. Try Montgomerie's Malt Digestive Bread - Bermaline. 8 209 j ""TIEWELLYn" OWEN, " M.C.S.M. Certificated and Registered | Teacher i QTUDENTS prepared for any Musical j O Examination held in New Zealand. All branches of Music taught. Candidates presented at Examinations • 137; average marks gained, 94 per cent. I SPRING- j Wanted to Buy, | In any quantity, ! HECOND-HAND FURNITURE. Homes visited and estimates given. All business strictly private and confidential Apply by letter or otherwise to GEORGE SMITH, FURNITURE DEALER, 90 Arcade Building. Don't Forget rf O Call at ARGYLE BROS, and order I your Coal and Firewood. WESTPORT, ") NEWCASTLE, f Coal always and C on hand, MOUNT SOMERS ) ! Westport and Newcastle Slack. Orders Promptly attended to.



s Fob | CYCLING SHOES, GO TO 11. Pannell, j Bootmaker and Importer, I 90 and 95, Manchester Street, Christchurch. ; CYCLING, RUNNING, TENNIS And every description of Athletic I Shoes made to order and in stock. Write for instructions for self measurement FIT GTTAKANTCED. CLABIDGE'S STABLES, (Late McConnell's). Tancred Street, Ashburton. ¥ _>EST accommodation and attention for I Town and Country visitors. Horses and Traps always on hire. Wed ding and Picnic Parties catered for. Horse ; lipping dune. | P. P. CLARIDGE, Proprietor. Telephone No. 91. 6J37 ILES' i Cantharid.es and Bosemary | FOR THE ' HAIR. As used by Lady Eanfurly. A VALUABLE Discovery for Promoting J\. the Growth of the Hair and removing ; Scurf and Dandruff. j This is nof. a new preparation, but the , Proprietor being requested to put it within ! reach of everyone, has had it placed \ throughout New Zealand, and it can now , be obtained locally from all Chemists, ■ Storekeepers, and Hairdressers, etc., or j direct from the Manufacturer—EDWAßD | ILES. Ladies'and Gentlemen's Hairdresser, ' Princes Street, Dunedin. j Bottles 2s Gd, postage 3d extra; or from ' White's, hairdresser, Ashburton, and , Turner, Geraldine. 8 128 ; ■ i The NZ- Farmers' Co-opera tive Association of Canter bury, Ltd. Offices, Warehouse and Grain Stores, West Street, Ashburton. EVERY description of Merchandise and i Farmers' Requisites at lowest rates, j Stock, Grain, Land, Wool, etc., sold on ' commission either privately or by Public ; Auction. j Amongst others we have the following ■■ properties for Sale by Private Treaty. | Kyle District ... 1100 Acres j Mayfield ... 872 acres, easehold ; Mayfield .., 967 „ j Hackthorne , 2440 „. Ashburton Forks 140 „ Wheatstone ... 262 „ Rangitata ... 650 „ . Hinds ... 1800 „ Hind 3 ... 1500 „ Coldstream ... 500 „ Coldstream ... 350 „} Ealing ... 595 „ Wester field ... 336 „ j Springburn ... 370 : , '• Springburn ... 495 „ T. F. GIBSON Manager 11. A. FLOWER, ■ j , Hairdresser and Tobacconist, j EAST STREET. ! ' j A CHOICE Assortment of G.8.D., Loewe, and other makes of Pipes in stock. Cigarette Holders, Pouches, Pocket 1 Knives, Hair Brushes and Combs, in endless 1 varieties. Slazenger's Tennis Balls and 1 Racquets. Try my Silver Veil Cigarettes, 15 for 6d. " i Hairdressing, Singing, and Shampooing. '■ > . ■ . I H. A. FLOWER, (late F Clark's) '. Tobacconist. ; INTIMATION. j STRANGE and Co., Ashburton, invite Customers to place their Show orders early to avoid disappointment. Our list for Dressmaking and Tailoring is fast filling. Smartly trimmed hats in stock, also sun shades and pretty Collarettes. For a smart fitting pair of shoes go to Strange's. For value there is no place like Strange's. MANNING & GO'S NEW SEASON'S / BOTTLED ALES AND STOUT, IN QUARTS AND PINTS. ' rnHE BEST IN THE MARKET. . 1 i Equal to the Leading Brands of I ENGLISH ALES. ' Agents for Ashburton—Messes Shear- ; man Bros. i



( BUSINESS NOTICES I_____1_____ , Millinery Models, En-toutaa*, Sunshades, Umbrellas, Laces, Straws, Sailors. MITCHELL AND TURNER. ~WOGL SEASON, i902-3~ "fTITE Shall be represented at the Christchurch and Timaru Auction Sales, and^have made satisfactory arrangements for Disposing of Clips privately at Ashburton. Consignments will be received at our Ashburton Stores, and sent on to either Christcbureh or Timaru, free of all charges except railage. Clients who wish to send their Wool direct from their nearest railway station will please consign as follows — If intended for sale at Christchurch:—Brown and Son's Siding, Addington. If for Sale at Timaru:—Mill and Company's Siding, Timaru. If intended for sale at Ashburton :—Friedlander Bros., Ltd., Siding, Ashburton. Woolpaoka, Twine, Branding Oil, and other Shearing Requisites, supplied at Lowest Rates, The Season's Sales have been fixed as follows :— Christchurcli, Timaru. November 20th, 1902. December 3rd, 1902. December 11th, 1902. January 13tb, 1903. January 16th, 1903. February 25th, 1903. February 19th, 1903. FRIEDLAOT>EB BROS., LTD. FASHIONABLE MILLINERY. Beautiful Model Hats and Bonnets, from London and Paris, < Greatly admired by delighted purchasers. Ladies' Eton and Russian Jackets Lovely Silk Mantles, beautifully trimmed. Charming Silk Blouses Silk Underskirts —all shades Lace Collarettes—very stylish Silk and Kid Gloves—all sizes and makes Corsets, C.B. and P.D. just opened. Dress Muslin and Wool Fabrics, the latest styles. Also Prints and Mercuise Satin New Cjoods of all kinds just opened, ex Paparoa, Requirements for Dressmaking and Millinery Should be placed early, as the orders are pouring m. Appointed Sole Agent for the sale of Model Pal terns and the " New Idea " Journal, to whom all subscriptions may be paid. Support Local Industry. Opening a large assortment of Ashburton Tweeds and Blankets A. N D X E W OR R a WOOL, WOOL_ WOOL. IP now making, LIBERAL CASH ADVANCES, FREE OF COMMISSION, upon all Wool placed in my hands for sale, either in Ashburton, Christcbureh, Timaru, or for Shipment. This Season's WOOL SALES for Canterbury have been fixed as under, viz :—• CHRISTCHURCH— TIMARU NOVEMBER 20th, 1902. DECEMBER 3rd, 1902 DECEMBER 11th, 1902. JANUARJ 13th, 1903 JANUARY 16th, 1903. FEBRUARY 19th, 1003. FEBRUARY 25th, 1903 I shall be represented both at Christchurch and Timaru. WOOL FOR CHRISTCHURCH to be consigned—MATSON AND CO., Addington, account D. Thomas. WOOL FOR TIMARU to be consigned—N.Z. Loan and Mercantile Company's Siding, Timaru, account D. Thomas. Wool Packs, and all Station Requisites supplied at Lowest Market Eates. DAVID THOMAS, ASHBURTON. : P U¥TT:S"K~¥D S, : XHAVE erected, regardless of cost, the Most Complete Seed Cleaning Pl?tit south o| the Lfne, and I now ask Farmers' to inspect thp same at work. I am prepared to Clean for Farmers any description of SEEDS OR GEAIN, And will guarantee to give them satisfaction. I can supply BEST RYEGRASS and COCKSFOOT (locally grown), also BEST CLOVERS, (dressed by own machines), the purity of which must be seen to be appreciated. AIso—HURST AND SON'S English Clovers, Turnips, Rape, Lucerne, Trefoil, etc D. T H O Ml S, ASHBURTON.



STUD NOTICES TO STAND THIS SEASON at Kelburn Lodge, and Travel the District, The TnoEorGHBRBD Stalliok, FORMOSAN By St. Leger—Forme, by Nordenfeidt— Formo, by Sterlingworth—Pulohra (imp.) FORMOSAN is a chestnut horse, foaled in 1897. He is a full brother to the excel lent performer Cruciform, and has himself bean successful when racing, winning the C.J.C. Champagne Stakes, the North Island Challenge Stakes (beating Advance), and other good races. For particulars, apply to MAX FRJEDLANDER, Ashburton; or BARRY THOMPSON, 274 Kelburn Lodge, Tinwald. TO TRAVEL in the Hinds and May field Districts, The Clydesdale Stallion, GLENWYE For terms and particulars, apply to T. DRENNAN, 9 215 Groom in charge. f | O Travel this Season in the Ashburton 1 District, the well-known Trotting Stallion, BERLIN MAC, (By Berlin—dam Quicksilver mare). Terms—£2 10s season, payable January 1903 ;£3 10s guarantee, payable—£l Is on January Ist, 1903, balance when mare proves in foal; groomage fee ss, payable at first service. For further particulars apply to T. LESTER, | 9 322 South East Belt, Ashburton. TO TRAVEL the Ashburton, Methven I and Surrounding Districts, The Standard-Bred Trotting Sire IMPERIOUS, I By Director—Mandane, For Full Pedigree, see Cards. ■ ..■/;. Will stand at Mr T. M. Jones', near t Ashburton Saleyards, on Tuesdays, Thurs days, and Fridays. Newman's stables on Saturdays. Terms.—- £5 ss, payable on or before | January, Ist, 1903; Groomage Fee ss, payable at time of service. MANGAN AND WILSON, 9 3 Proprietors, Riccarton. , TO TRAVEL the Ashburton, Wakanui j and Longbeach Districts. The Well-known Trotting Stallion, TORONTO, (By Texas—Twilight.) TORONTO is a grey horse, standing 16.1. He has only been at the stud for one season to the public, but on the farm of the owner has got the well-known performers The Needle (smin. 4sec, for 2 miles), and Non sense (2min. 33sec. for one mile.) Terks.—Season, 3 Guineas ; two or more mares as per agreement. Toronto will be at Claridge's Stables every Saturday for the service of breeders. Owners of mares can have paddocking for 1s 6d per week. Every care taken, but no responsibility. . j Further particulars on application to the Groom in charge, or 9 63 W, BE.GG, Ashton, THE AMERICAN "TCTILL TRAVEL the Methven, Alford y V Forest, and Mount Somers Dis tricts this season. His pedigree is so well known, and his stock have turned out so well, that it is unnecessary to enlarge upon either. His stock can be seen in various parts of the country. Terms—£3 10s, guarantee; £2 10s the season, payable at first service, A. McFARLANE, 9 150 Springburn. TO Travel in the Methven, Rakaia, and surrounding districts the thoroughbred horse CAJOLERY, by Apremont, dam Flattery, by Traducer. dam Miss Flat, by Peter Flat. CAJOLERY is a well-proportioned, hand some, fine quality chestnut horse, standing 15.3 on steel bar-like legs, and he left the turf sound in every respect. His perform ances stamp him one of the most tjriliiant flat horses we have had, and he was a clever fencer and a master of weight. Cajolery took first prize and Champion at the Ashburton Show in 1900. His pedigree cannot be surpassed. Terms— .£4 4s, with guarantee; groomage fee ss; £2 12s 6d season. For further particulars apply to L. TILLET, Highbank, 10 238 or groom in charge. TO TRAVEL in the Methven, Alford Forest, Mount Somers, Mayfield and Surrounding Districts, The Draught Stallion, GLENORCHY, (By Middlerigg Prince—Jess). £LENORCHY is a black horse, with white face, 4 years old. He is exceedingly well put together, has grand bone and good feet, and for getting active farm horses could not be beaten. Terms.—Season, £2 10s; Guarantee, .£3 I 10s; groomage fee, ss. Two or more mares as per agreement. Also to Stand at Sawmills, Staveley,-- \ The Light Draught Stallion, ! LAKEWOQD, (By Lord Salisbury—Quicksilver mare). LAKE WOOD is a rich bay horse, 1 years ' old. He is as sound as a bell, hard as nails, \ and is leaving grand stock, suitable for : tramway work, etc. ! Terms.—Season £2 10s, Guarantee .£3 10s; groomage fee, ss. Two or more mares j as per agreement. Owners of mares can hfive paddocking for Is per week. Every care ta.ken, but no responsibility. Further particulars on application to the ! Groom in charge, or j SHARPLIN & CO,, ■ 9 321 Sawmills, Staveley. j To Travel this Season j n? the ASHBURTON DISTRICT. \ mHE THOROUGHBRED STALLION WARRINGTON, | By Gorton—Mountain Lilly. j Warrington's numerous good perfor mances and the record time he has put up j are well-known to all racing men. He was ( never in better health or condition . for j travelling than he is this season. j j Groomage fee, ss. I For further particulars apply to i S. BROWN, Proprietor Melrose Farm, Wakanui, Ashburton, or \ 9 163 C. CHAPMAN, Groom in charge j z= . ,^ 5,.—..,s —.., --.-..., -.. .^ j "f^"EEPING step with the pace of j JJL progress. We are not waiting for : the unearned increment. Quite willing to . earn it ourselves. That is why we try to serve you well, so that we may serve you t again. — Mitchell and Turner, The \ Drapers. IT PAYS, it pays to buy your Boots at Mellor's Zealandia Boot Store. Good Bluchers 5s lid. ; . ——— — __^_ WHY not try Mellor's Zealandia Boot Store for Boots and Shoes. Great value at Mellor's,



BUSINESS NOTICES. £78 "J8 2 £59. JUST arrived—Case Sample Clothing, contains Men's and Boys' Suits, Trousers and Knickers, Vests, Shirts, etc. Bought at 15s in the £, for immediate sale. Single artiole at wholesale price. All plain figures. W. H. PEAECE, Cash Draper and Clothier. • "O EMNANTS and odd lines to be cleared JIA) Cheap to make room for new goods. W. H. PEAECE, Draper. Corner Burnett and East Streets. -|T OVELY Laces 4sd and 6fd. Lot! JLJ trimmed Aprons (soiled) from Is 4d Hem stiched Handkerchiefs 6 for Is. i W. H. PEA ROE 1 Cash Draper & Clothier. The Poultry Industry. INDIAN Game and Dorking Cross, pro nounced by the Government Expert the best for the London Market. Indian Game Cockerels and Dorking Hens (pure bred) For Sale. H. G. BEEEYMAN, 8 97 Ashburton BAKKKxBROS. - Complete IT«r»f»liii3gr. UNDEBTAKEKS. FOE WATCHES, CLOCKS;, JEWELLEEY, SILVEE AND ELECTEO-PLATE, , SEASONABLE. NOVELTIES, Etc, GO TO G. JESSON, Practical Watchmaker aud Jewellei, Burnett Street, (opposite Somerset Hotel) Ashburton. •—Repairs a Specialty — Presentation Committees liberally dealt with. COALS! COALS COALS MOUNT~SOMERS NEW SEAM COAL IS NOW IN THE MAEKET. THIS is Canterbury's Best Coal. Every Householder should save money, and keep the money in the province by using MOUNT SOMEES COAL. This Coal has 35 per cent of Gas, burns with a good flame, and gives a steady heat. TRY IT! TEYIT! TEY IT To be had of all Coal Merchants. Price —17s per Ton at Mount Somers Station. JAMES GIBSON, Cameron Street Ashburton. ""music. Singing, Piano, & Harmony ME J. GILLIES - Voice Production and Culture, Italian (Lauiperti Method). Piano, Schumann Conservatoire, Frankfort a-Main, Germany. Pupils prepared for Examinations in the various Musical Colleges. Term dates from the first lesson. 10152 H. MeSHERRT, T>ARRISTER & SOLICITOR, Burnett Street. Money to lend on freehold security. Gentlemen, For the best value in up-to-date Goods, TEY /^beuable^ml 'CLOTHINC£BOOTHOUSE Havelock Stbekt. TO Those about to marry, and to those already married. Study economy by purchasing your furniture at W. & M. Baker's Warehouse, Havelock Street. Just received, a consignment of Wioker Chairs in latest shapes and designs; also Bamboo Tables. In stock all kinds of bed steads and bedding; Suits of drawing and dining-room furniture made to order at moderate prices. Best workmanship and materials MES J. LLOYD, MUSIC SELLEE, &c, "OEGIStERED TEACHER OF MUSIC !1S; ■•■•■■■ ■ . ';.  : Musical Instruments of every description. Latest Music by every mail. Agent for Wheeler and Wilson's j Sewing Machines. j The Latest and Best. The only Sawing ; Machine that does not fail in any point. , I Agent for Empress Needle Materials kept, New Transfers, Plushes, Arasenes, etc. TANCEED STEEET, Next Hall, Her balist. Advance Ashfoiirton. Interesting to Every Inhabitant. TIME will tell is an old saying, and the residents of Ashburton have at last, and profitably to themselves, realised the fact that Moeiabtt Bros., Tancred Street, are the best and cheapest cabinetmakers, etc. For best workmanship aud lowest prices they defy competition. WILLIAM R. HYDE, BUENETT STEEET, ASHIjUETON. (Next Ashburton Club), WHOLESALE and retail Tinware Manufacturer, Etc Tinsmith, Gas fifcter, Bellhaager, Locksmith, Gunsmith, and Wellsinker. Sole agent for Nicholas Celebrated Ball Bearing Windmill. Smoke New Venus



[ BUSINESS NOTICES. * TOUR'E A :=" DAISY,"= I rjHHAT'S what everyone says about the i EASY BOAD CAET : THAT Messrs Morrow, Bassctt & Co Are now Showing at their ASHBURTON BRANCH, WILLS St, Call early to order as they Sell like Hot-cross Buns on a Good Friday Morning. Morrow, Bassett AND CO., Wills Street, Ashburton. M. PRIEST, Manager. TRY HJP. MADDFN FOE Up-to-date Confectionery. Oyster Patties, Meat Patties, Genoa Cake, Sultana Cake Cream Sandwiches, Coronation Creams, Etc, Etc. A choice assortment always on hand. A LL PERSONS ABOUT TO : Paint or Decorate : THEIR HOUSES Should consult a Legitimate Tradesman To ensure the best results enquire of— J. L. HIGGS, Tancred Street. Signwriting a Specialty. MEN'S Smart Black Glacie Kid Boots sewn, in sizes 6,7,8, 9,10, at, 12s 6d at Grant and Mooee's. PATTY Pan baking powder is the great est novelty you ever saw. Sold all grocers. WISE Fathers and Mothers if you want to save money buy your Boys* and Girls' School Boots at Mjsllor's Zealandia Boot Store.' WE'VE got it; if not in stock, Wtt get it; if not made, we'll make it. Anything in Cycle, Lawn Mower, and light machine parts, and Bepairs, you can get at the Eclipse Cycle Co/s, Tancred Street, Ashburton. WANTED KNOWN.-That J, Moisow will give a good discount for one month, being over-stocked, and to make room for summer Boots and Shoes, which are arriving shortly of'all the best English, American, and Colonial makes. As usual, J. M. does the best repairs, and a^ once j uses nothing but the very best soldleSther. Next Courthouse, Ashburton. SEED Sowers on hire or purchase j also new stock of all varieties of Mangel, Carrot, Turnip, and general Garden and Farm Seeds—Carson and Co. TUST fancy Mb&lor is Selling his Boots cJ and Shoes 2s in the pound cheaper than any other firm in Ashburton. XTTANTED Known—Better value than v T ever in Boots at Mellok's Zealandia Boot Store. "j^TEW SPUING GOODS now showing. J3I New Prints, New Housings, New I Dress Materials, and a general assortment !of New Lines in each department. Cash Discount at the rate of one shilling in the pound off all purchases from ninepence worth upwards, at H. C. Bakbitt's Drapery, Clothing, and Boot Warehouse, East street i Tn|7-ANTED Known — Special Value in j Tt Boots -and Shoes at Mellor's, ; Zealandia Boot Store. !• ■ TRY the Rapid Shirt Gloss, it will save you time, money, and worry. It will i make an old shirt look like new. Sold by ! all the leading grocers. JUST landed ex "Delphic "and "Mam ari," shipments of first-class' English , China and earthenware, which we are ! offering at less than Christchurch prices.— Cabson and Co HENRY GAENEE, late Woollen Mills, " gives cash for sheep skina, hides, etc. • Tuesdays and Saturdays. Behind Hitching and Milsom's, West Street. Give him a trial. 9 8 nnHE Eapid Lightning Shirt Gloss—the ! _1_ only reliable shirt polish in the world. It is used by all the leading laundresses in New Zealand. Try a tin, it will pay you. Sold by all the leading grocers. PATTY Pan baking powder, the great novelty, two patty tins for nothing. From all Grocers. ETEEY Woman likes to know what is to be worn for Spring, even though unready to purchase. A. stroll through oar warehouse just now is an inexpensive pleasure, and at the same time a liberal education.—Mitchell and Turnbb, The Drapers. ■___ PATTY Pan baking powder contains a patty pan at each end of tin