The Scottish Antarctic Ex peditiou.

Scotland's expedition to assist in tho international work of exploring the Antarc tic seas will (says the "Scotsman") set out on Saturday, November Ist. On that day the steamor Scotia will fail for Troon for the Falkland Islands, and thence 1000 miles east-south-east along Weddell's track to the neighbourhood of the Sandwich Islands. Though the venture is the result of private organisation and enthusiasm, it partakes largely of a nation.-il character, for the money has been raised in Scotland, the ship has been all but rebuilt iv Scotland, and the scientific staff and crew, with perhaps one or t*o exceptions, are Scotsmen. Scotland has thus done her (share in the work which is going forward in the .Antarctic. It would perhaps be more accurate to say that she has not yet C' niplt-ted her share, for a small sum of money has still to be raised to enable one year's work to be undertaken satisfactorily, and a considerable sum is required to enable the ambition of the expedition to be reached-a second year's work with the i-hip, and prob:ibly the lancing of a winter ing party. The German expedition is wholly at the Government expense; the Swedish and the British ventures havo aso re ceived substantial aid t'rom the State; Scot land's contribution is wholly the result of private generosity. Indeed, the expedition nowabontto set out owes its existence to the man who is to bo its leader—Mr W. S. Bruce. He is an enthusiast in Polar ex ploration. Not only has he made four ex peditions no the Artie regions within the last six or seven years, but he has previously visited the South Polas area -in i 892, when he was naturalist attached to a commercial expedition from Dundee in search of whales. In the face of much discourage ment he has worked for a purely Scottish expedition, and though his siccess is not yet complete, it has been sufficient to justify the expedition setting out. Work has been going on rapidly through out the summer in preparing, equipping, and storing the steamer Scotia in which the expedition is to sail. The vessel, form erly a Norwegian whaler, having been placed in the hands of the Ailsa Shipbuild ing Company at Troon, was found to re quire such alterations and renewals ns amounted practically to reconstruation. That has been coxpltted, with the result that the Scotia is practically a new ship — with new timbers varying from twenty-five inches thick amidships to 9ffc at the stem, with new engines and boilers which will propel her at the rate of seven knots an hour, and with an equipment specially adapted for the work o? the expedition. The Scotia is a barque-rigged vessel of 355 tons nett register, 140 feet long by 29 feet broad, with 16 feet dranght.

The Scotia will have on board a company of thirty-two. Of these twenty-five are for the navigation of the ship. In command if Captain Thomas Kobertson, a native os Pcterhead, who, like his father and grand father before him, has been a whaling cap tain for many years, and who went to the Antarctic with the Dundee expedition of 1892. In his career he has never lost a man, and to his capacity as a navigator he adds qualities hardly less essential on such a venture—unfailing geniality and good humour. To Mr Bruce, the leader of the expedition, reference has already been made. He is an enthusiast, and he has in fected his scientific colleagues with his en- j thusiasm. All are young rnon, and so keen on their work that they have volunteered, rather than see the expedition fail for lack of funds, to give their services without any payment whatever. Mr D. W. Wilton, who will share the zoological work with Mr Bruce, was with the Jackson-Harmsworth . expedition, has spent several winters in the North of Russia, and is an expert sld runner and adept to all that portaios to sledging. Mr R. C. Mossman, the j meteorologist and magnetist, is well ■ known. For fourteen years he has directed | tho chief meteorological observatory in Edinburgh, as well as an observatory in I Glen Nevis, and on several occasions hag I acted as superintendent at Ben Nevis Observatory. Dr J. H. Harvey Pirie is j ge -logist and medical officer. He is a graduate in science and medicine of Edin burgh University. He has worked at deep j sea deposits'in the Challenger Office under Sir John Murray, and has been trained in field work with the member of the Geologi cal Survey of Scotland, He has also had j experience in another capacity, for he j served in the South African War, and was eventually given a commission in the Royal i Artillery. Mr K. N. Rudmosa-Brown, the 1 botanist of the expedition, ia a graduate of '• Aberdeen University, and has been chief assistant to the Professor of Uotany at University College, Dundee. j I The junior members of the staff are Mr ' i W. A. Cuthbertson, artist, and Mr Alistair : Boss, taxidermist. !

fHE ASHBTTRTON GUA^DTAN : MONDAY, DECEMBER 15, ' 1902.

Printed and published by Thomas Hancox for the Proprietor, Bobert Bell, afe his Printing Office. Burnett Street,. Ashbur ton. MONDA3T, December 15, 1902,



It is only on the us© of Wolfe's Sohnapp* that it ought to be judged. ¥ou be tde Judge. Every bottle of Wolfe's Schnapps contains an honest preparation of Juniper Berries and select Barley. If you need a stimulant that will brace a tired body or clear a tired mind, TEST WOLFE'S SCHNAPPS—not a false stimulant but a builder up of vital forces. ¥ou take noUiisk* Better not take anything than accept a substitute for this sterl ing old tonics. Imitations are put out for one purpose only—to make big profits—they are absolutely worthless. SBuyWdoleSßottles Look for the name, and accept only bottles with the signature of Udolpho Wolfe on the label. BUSINESS NOTICES. H. A. FLOWER, Hairdresser and Tobacconist, EAST STREET. A CHOICE Assortment of G.8.D., Loewe, and other makes of Pipes in stook. Cigarette Holders, Pouches, Pocket Knives, Hair Brushes and Combs, in endless varieties. Slazenger's Tennis Balls and Eacquets. Try my Silver Veil Cigarettes, 15 for 6d. Hairdressing, Singing, and Shampooing. H. A. ELOWE& (late F Clark's Tobacconist. The Christmas & Holiday Season Picnic Parties Catered for as per Arrange ment. FINE Assortment of Confectionery for the Christmas Season opened out, Birthday and Wedding Cakes made to order, Bread made by Montgomery's and Berrua line process. C. BEECH, Baker and Pastrycook, TANCRED STREET. WANTED Known — That J Moison bogs to apologise to the public for not advising them before this of the arrival of his splendid assortment of Xinas Goods, of varied shapes and styles in Boots and Shoes, that will surprise his new and old customers. Discount for cash to all. In the Working Department nothing but be3t sole leather used, and tanned to his order. Beat workmen kept. Anyone will tell you that J.M. sell 3 the best article and doe 3 the best work. Near Court House, East Street, Ashburton. "yOICE PRODUCTION, SINGING, PrANOFORTS. Mrs Johnston. Havklock Street. Strawberries & Cream at H- Bairstow's- JUST landed-Nice assortment of Choc olates in handbags, gloves, and other fancy boxes very suitable for Xmas presents, at H. Bairstow's. We do all in our powar to meet the requirements of our customers in the dining rooms, both by buying the very best gcods and siving best possible attention. 12 31 H. BAIRSTOW. MOKIARTY BRO% Cabinetmakers, Upholsterers, etc., TANCRED STREET, ASHBURTON. ARGYLE 8281 TTAVE on Sale at their Yards, Havelock Street, the best Coals and Firewood ON' THE MARKET. A Trial Solicited. Orders Promptly attended to, SPECIAL to Buyers of Ready-made CLOTHING. —:O:~ TT>EING considerably OVERSTOCKED IN Boys,' Youths' and Men's READY-MADE CLOTHING, WE WILL OFFER During DECEMBER the whole of our stock of these Goods, together with a number of lines IN Boots and Shoes, AT SPECIAL SALE PRICES. See our Door Display for Bargains , ASHBURTON DRAPERY CO. Burnett Street. TTSEFUL Present for young and old can U be found in endless variety at Stbahge's Sample Rooms i



Easily Proven. —— : —^ There is not the Slightest Necessity fob leaving ashetjrton to 100 r fok Proof. The experience given be'ow by this well known citizen of Ashburton is easily proven. The proof she offers for her convictions can safely be left with the reader. It is a diffi cult matter to describe an aching back or any of the ills caused by disordered kidneys. How to cure the trouble is of much moro importance, and the most exacting resident of Ashburton cannot ask for any better authority on this point than that given by Mrs Lockhard, of Cox Street, this town, who says: —



"There is no doubt but that Doan'e Backache Kidney Pills are splendid. For a number of year 3 I havo been in need of such a medicine for pains in the small of my back and giddiness and headaches. The pains were ro bad that I could scarcely turn in my bed, and every movement made me cry out. It was when I laid down I felt worse. The doctors eaid it was caused by indigestion, and I took purgative medicines, but with no good results When I saw Doan's Backache Kidney Pills advertised I , noticed that they were said to cure such cases of mine, so I got a box at the Ash burton Drug Co's shop. After using them a while 1 found thorn a cure for my troubles. They acted mildly and as^a tonic, making me feel energetic, besides giving me freedom from pain. People use purga» tives 'which weaken and ioipovei'ish the blood; they should get Doan's Backache j Kidney Pills which strengthen the system j while they cure." I Do not be satisfied with any imitations of j Doan's Pills. Remember it, was Down's Backache Kidney Pills which helped Mrs Lockhard, and if you suffer the same as she did you want the same remedy, ! Doan's Backache Kidney Pills are sold by all chemists and storekeepers at 3s per box , (six boxes 16s 6d), or will bo posted on ' receipt of price by the proprietors, Fosfer, McClennan Co., 70 Pitt Street, Sydney, : N.S.W. ! But be sure they are Doan's j



Those of our readers intending to buy a Christinas or New Year present, should give Fletcher Bros, a call, as during De cember they are giving 2s in the £ discount off all platedware, clocks, and cutlery, so that anyone studying economy, should see their stock, and get prices before buying elsewhere. The Ideal Vulcanised Tyre holds practic ally every New Zealand record, is guaran teed for 12 months and can be supplied and fitted to your Cycle without any additional cost. The Leader Tyre is our second grade line, manufactured by Ideal Tyre Coy, Christchurch and Melbourne, and are guaranteed for 6 months, and is an ab solutely good and reliable Tyre.-~(Advt.) | The Peerless Incubators are the Greatest moneymakers for the poor man, rich man farmer, housewife, or anyone else. Ducks, chicks, geese or turkeys, find a ready sale, and eaclicne means a profit with hardly any work. Send for our catalogue . We sell on cash or time payments, and can give yoa real assistance when you need it. The advice and help of our expert always at your service. We keep the best of every thing for the poultry yard.—-Advt,



gpW^gggflWWHß Colds often hang on. a7^^^ You try this thing funl m * ||I|| ill that thing, every kind mIMMm 111 0* koino remedy and ¥ f&IM 'P cheap cough, mixtures, i ISiii p an<*yet y°ur co^con" iW*- "H lcolclSi You iaust S ot xZw^ \rid of them just as i?l7^i| ff^soou as possibb. You f 1 iH! must take something to y h Cp^broak their hold, : soothes irritable throats, heals inllamed '■ bronchial tubes^ and quiots congestion ! in the lungs. This is why it so quickly controls these old coughs and pre vents pneumonia and consumption. "I was troubled with a very hard cough which I could not got rid of. When I read of Aycr's Cherry Pectoral I sent to Johannesburg and procured a bottle. It completely cured me, and I I have many comrades here who have had ' ( hard coughs cured in the samo way. " — Wm. Sessions, Company C, Secoiul Royal Berks. Reg., Nel's Spruit, Transvaal, S. Africa. There are many substitutes and imi tations. Beware of them! Be sure you get Ayer's Cherry Pectoral. Two sizes. Large and small bottles. Prepared by Dr. J. C. Aver & Co., !..owe!l. Xloss., U.S.A BUSINESS"^NOTICES H. McSHERRY, TQARRISTER & SOLICITOR Burnett Street. Money to lend on freehold security. Massey-Harris Bicycles TO THE FEONT AGAIN. AT the Invercargill Sports, held o November 10th, they secured 1,2, in every event on the programme. This is the greatest record in the Austra lasian Colonies, and was never knowi before. Call and inspect our latest Models, whic] are built for 3treagth and speed. Bicycle Depot—EAST STREET. Agent-J. GORDON. : NEW ARRIVALS T (By the Steamer Eangatira) WE have just received the first con signments of Drugs and Druggisti AVares, carefully selected in London by Mi (Cambridge. We are now using all nevi Drugs for dispensing. Entrust us witr your physician's prescriptions, we will dispense them with care and accuracy using fresh and pure drugs in their com pounding. The Popular Vinegar Essence is again in tun supply, Is fid for a gallon. Spongks.—The selection is the largesi and finest ever shown in Ashburton, prices ranging from Is to 28s each. This qualitj of sponge is always reserved for the Homt trade and seldom exported. J Sparklet Bottj.es, — The new design ' double size, with a syphon tap for drawing oil: small quantities of aerated water, alsc j 5000 Sparklets and 500 packages of fruil j crystals for making delicious fruit drinks. Photographic Cameras. — The Little j Nipper No. 3, quarter plate, latest improve | ments, a really good snapshot Camera holds 12 plates, 10s. Fob the Babies.—Everything is Corona' tion. Buy the baby a Coronation Duraujy jor Soother. Costs 9d. Fur the best and lightest yet introduced. For the Farmer and Cattle Owner.— [ We have a useful assortment of instru ments, sui'ii as gags and drenching bits for giving medicines. Probangs for choking, needles for wounds, enemas, etc. I Fore the Ladies—(With apologies for placing thorn last) we have received iby SB. Waimate, some of the prettiest novelties to be found in Lsndon in per fumery, brush ware, and articles for the ■ Dressing Table and Bath Kooin. The Ashburton Drug Co., Ltd., J. M. CAMBRIDGE, 12 239 Manager. To the Electors of Ash burton. Another Man in the field. J, L. HIGfGS, P A I NTER, of Tancred Street, HAS decided to stand on the Liberal platform, and would solicit your support and patronage in all branches of the Painting" and Decorating Trade. Pictures Framed, Sign-writing a specialty. Call and see the latest in PAPERS. Christmas Presents, THO MAS" YOUNG, ULSTER BOOT DEPOT, WISHES to Thank his numerous Customers for their patronage during the Sale, and wishes them a Happy Christmas and a prosperous New Year. He wishes to intimate that each purchaser will receive a beautiful Almanac for 1903. Three subjects to choose from. Address—Next to Bank of New Zealand, East Street, Ashburton



; NOTICE ; Tho Great Eugene Sandow j is coming. I ~l^J"^ r *s c m? *° kuv Developers ' _L^l and Spring Grip Dumb-Bells at ! HARDLEY BROS. i WANTED KNOWN. ' T)ASTEURISED Milk, Cream, and Sepa rator Butter from Melrose Dairy, Hanrp stead, delivered fresh every day in town, j My Dairy is always opon for inspection to the public. JOHN OLSEN.



FARMS FARMS FARMS _JFARMS I HAVE for Sale one of the best Dairy Farms in New Zealand, about 150 acres, watered with natural stream, near a Factory. In fact everfching is in its favour. A chance rarely met with. Must be sold. Good reasons given for selling. 314. Acres of Land. Good little farm, situated 14 miles from Ashburton. Low price and easy terms. 10 Acres (999 years lease). Good house, nice garden. Situated near Anama schoool. , Anxious to sell. 150, 15, 120. 40 Acres good laud. Three miles from town. May be sold as a whole or separately. Owner willing to take a low price and easy terms, I have also a number of other Farms and Town Properties on my books for sale at low prices. Having Money to Lend on First and i Second Mortgage, I can arrange excep tional terms for any of the above. IMPLEMENTS. i One good second-hand "Woods' Harvester and Binder. One McCormick's second hand. Both guaranteed. In good working order. To be had at a bargain. j I have the most up-to-date Farm Machi- j nory in the market. Kindly call at the i Implement Depot, Tancred street, and inspect for yourselves. W. STONYER. jTAf? WILL buy you a sound second hand Bicycle at G. H. Carson's, Eclipse Cycle Works.



BUSINESS NOTICES i .ssgM XMAS - ~ 1902 lR\ FOR THE BOYS >^^^»^L FBEE with Boy's Suit, a Good '^mmWM^^WK Pocket Knife, Pretty Tie, or numerous ||^p(gil other Presents *WsW^sfßmM BOYS> Sailor Suits. 5s 6d, 7s 6d, to 13s 6d » Hussar Suits, 7s 6d to 16s 6d - l^v^lfe^v-'S » Norfolk Suits, 9s6d to 21s llili&M^? ' YQUTHS! 3-Garment Suits, 15s 6d to 42s 6d.. p||i|B All Exceptional Values - Represent" gg -r"M* XXOTHIWC^BOOTHOUSE | WOOL SEASON, 1902-3 TTL^B Shall be represented at theChristchurch 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 Christchurch 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 Christchurcb.:—Brown and Son's Siding, Addington. If intended for Sale at Timaru:—Mill and Company's Siding, Timaru. If intended for sale at Ashburton :—Priedlander Bros., Ltd., Siding, Aahburton. Woolpacks, Twine, Branding Oil, and other Shearing Kequisites, supplied at Lowest Kates. The Season's Sales have been fixed as follows :— Christchurch. Timaru. January 16th, 1903. | January 13th, 1903. February 19tb, 1903. February 25th 1903. FBIEDLANDEB, BROS., LTD. I SPECIAL ATTRACTIONS FOR CHRISTMAS. AN DREW OR R U Opening Up a Grand Selection of New Goods for the season) LATEST Fashions in Dresses Costumes, and Skirts. 50 Dozen Ladies' Corsets P.D., C.8., W-B , and other makes Ladies' Black Silk Capes, Jackets, &c New Laces, Insertions in Creme, Paris, and White Colours Ladies' Gloves in endless variety 50 Doz. Ladies' Lawn Pocket Handkerchiefs, lovely goods Ladies' Silk Underskirts, also Alpacas and Grass Cloth , Fancy Goods, Belts Chataleine Bags, Picnic Baskets Dressing Cases, Hair Brushes, Combs, Purses, &c , &c, • Millinery Department-— Style and Fashion up-to-date. Dressmaking Department— Giving universal satisfaction. Fit and Stjde perfect. Having been appointed Sole Agent in Ashburton for the sale of " MODEL" Paper Patterns, manufactured in America from designs created by Parisian and American Artists, and sold in connection with the New Idea Journal Large stocks to select from. GENTS' SUITS made to measure. Prices and Fit guaran teed, all that can be desired, ANDREW ORR.



FOR WATCHES, [CLOCKS;, JEWELLERY, SILVER AND ELECTRO-PLATE, SEASONABLE NOVELTIES, Etc, go to j G-. JESSON, Practical Watchmaker aud Jeweller, j Burnett.Street, (opposite Somerset Hotel) Ash burton. —Repairs a Specialty.-— Presentation Committees liberally dealt with. Newman's Livery Stables, (Behind. Somerset Hotel), Ashburton. J NEWMAN desires to thank his • Customers for their patronage in the past and to solicit a continuance of the same in the future. In order to keep pace with his growing business he has jnsfc had built several new vehicles. Horses and Traps always on hire. Best accommodation for visitors from town or country. Wedding and Picnic Parties catered for. Charges Moderate. J. NEWMAN, Proprietor. n 209 FOR 15s 1 dozen Cabinets and one Mato line Enlargement /lAN BE OBTAINED FROM Mitchell, PHOTOGRAPHER, Burnett St. | ASHBURTON. Patronised by the Right Hon. R. J. Seddon Premier of New Zealand. , Work guaranteed within a fortnight from date of return of Proofs. i FTIOY Land at Strange's, Burnett Street



BUSINESS NOTICES. j NATIONAL MORTGAGE AND AGEffCY i COMPANY OF NEW ZEALAND., ! LIMITED. \ Capital subscribed ... <81,000,000 j Paid and Called Up . Reserve Fund ... ... .£32,500 FT IHE above Company bog to notify to , JL their Clients and the Public that it has been decided to add to their business a COMMISSION AND AUCTIONEERING DEPAETMENT, and will from the Ist October last be prepared to undertake Sales by Auction or Private Treaty of LAND, LIVE STOCK, WOOL, FROZEN MEAT, Etc., Placed in their hands for Sale The Department will be under the charge of Mr H. S. Boura, who will act as Auc | tioneer, nnd those entrusting us with their ! business will have the benefit of his practi- I cal experience, and may rely upon every care and attention being given and best results obtained. Mr Bourn will attend at Addington each Wednesday, also at other country Stock Sales, which will be notified by advertisement prior to the dates of the regular fixtures. ASHBURTON. We have pleasure in notifying to our clients in the Ashburton district and the public that as from the 2nd December next Mr Bourn will attend at the Ashburton, Tinwald and Methven regular fixtures. We shall be pleased to receive entries from time ! to time for these sales. Arrangements have been made with Mr Alex. Hewson to receive particulars of stock for sale, and he will be in attendance at the yards on the morning of the Sales to receive stock. Particulars of business placed in his hands will have our prompt attention In connection with the above we are pre pared to make Cash Advances against Live Stock and Produce placed in our hands for Sale, either in the LOCAL MARKET or for shipment to London or elsewhere. G. F. MARTIN, Manager. H. S. BOURN, Auctioneer. WOOL SEASON 1902-3. THE NATIONAL MORTGAGE and AGENCY COMPANY of N.Z., Ltd., having made special arrangements at their I Addington Stores to receive and show Wool, are now prepared to receive Clips for the season's sales. Please consign wool for local sale, — "NATIONAL MORTGAGE, Co., Adding ton." Note—Wool for direct shipment consign, "NATIONAL MORTGAGE, Co., Lyttel ton." 11243 WOOL. WOOL. Christchurch Sale Dates. THIRD SALE—FRIDAY, January 16th, 1903 FOUETH SALE—THURSDAY, February 19th, 1003 H. MATSON & CO. /-|FFER their services to the Wool growers of the Ashburton County. They will make Cash Advances, free of Cora mission, at Lowest Rates of Interest, : against Wool placed in their hands for Sale during the ensuing season. Consign Wool to— "MATSON'S, Addington." All single Bales, such as Locks, Pieces, mixed Fleeces, etc., consign to | "MATSON'S, Christchurch." To Sheep Growers & Owners. We should be glad if those who have Sheep to Sell, or wish to buy, would forward particulars to us, and prices required " Subject to sales," or make your wants known to us. With our large connection extending over the whole of New Zealand We feel confident that we are in a position to effect many Sales Either to you or for you. We shall be pleased to receive consign' ments of Stock at the Addington Market, and samples of Grain, during the coming season. Correspond with us. H. MATSON AND CO. 164, CASHEL STREET Chrlstchuroh If j-ou wish to obtain the BEST CROPS AND GAIN PRIZES, USE ISLINGTON FERTILIZERS, To ensure full Crops Everywhere, "Y^CTE have the pleasure Ito notify our Clients that we are now in the position to supply them with these celebrated Fertilisers at— £4 12s 6d per ton on Trucks at Islington and Smithfield. Results Prove that they are the Best & Cheapest 'to use. QUALITY AND ANALYSIS REMAIN -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, and in the Paddock Competitions. I NICOLL BROS. DISTRICT AGENTS, ASHBURTON,



BUSINESS NOTICES. ' MUSIC. Singing, Piano, & Harmony ME J. GILLIES - Voice Production and Culture, Italian {Lamperti Method). Piano, Schumann Conservatoire, Frankfort > a-Main, Germany. 1 Pupils prepared for Examinations in the various Musical Colleges. | Term dates from the first lesson. 10162 Only this season's Tweeds sold. XA.xXjOJttfe» Street/ MES J. LLOYD, MUSIC SELLER, &c. T> EGISTERED TEACHER OP MUSIC Musical Instruments of every description. Latest Music by every mail. Agent for Wheeler and Wilson's Sewing Machines. The Latest and Best. The only Sewing Machine that does not fail in any point. Agent for Empress Needle Materials kept, New Transfers, Plushes Arasenes, etc. TANCRED STREET, Next Hall, Her balist. GOLD MEDAL. The McCormick Reaper & Binder (LEFT HAND OPEN BACK.) "¥7|TAS again awarded the Gold Medal at the Christchurch Show, thus winning the highest honours given for Machinery two years in succession. The Excelsior Cultivator secured the Silver Medal. McCormick Daisy Reaper was Highly Commended. Morrow, Bassett *and co. Wills Street, Ashburton. M. PEIEST, Manager New and Second-hand Furniture and Clothing. HAVING in stock a large assortment of new and second-hand Furniture of every description, Crockery ware, and Clothing, the same is being sold at lowest prices. - -- -" -- - Choice assortment of Toilet Ware just opened out. Furniture bought, sold, or exchanged, H. W. ROBINSON, TRIANGLE, Ashburton. 10 289 ESTABLISHED 1866, Johnson A Couzins, CASHEL STREET, CHRISTCHURCH. (Opposite J, Ballantyne and Co.) Sole Agents for E. H. Brown's Patent Horse Covers, Requiring no Crupper. j Tent, Tarpaulin, and Flag Makers. Oil skin Clothing Manufacturers, Canvas Ducks, Calicoes, Cricket Nets, Fishing Nets, and everything connected with the Trade. Wholesale and Retail, ' i ___ ' 1 Tents, Marquees, Tarpaulins and Flags on Hire. Letters and Telegrams from Country cus tomers receive prompt attention. 12 40 The NZ. Farmers' Co-opera tive Association of Canter bury, Ltd. Offices, Warehouse and Grain Stores, West Street, Ashburtoa. EVEEY description of Merchandise and Farmers' Requisites at lowest rates. ' Stock, Grain, Land, Wool, etc., sold on commission either privately or by Public Auction. We have just received new season's supply of WOOLPACKS (in all sizes), SEAMING TWINES, MANURES, TUKNIP AND RAPE SEEDS. Clients are requested to book their re quirements as early as possible* to avoid disappointment, and we also advise your making personal enquiry re prices before promising orders elsewhere. "t7f. GIBSON Manager LT T "XT" IS THE 1 JL X BEST is be t s ht e STARCH USE NO OTHER Procurable from all Grocers and Store keepeis throughout the colony. WISE Fathers and Mothers if you want to save money buy your Boys' and Girls' School Boots at Mbllor's Zealandia Boot Store. i



BUSINESS NOTICES. ' WILLIAM R. HYDE, BURNETT STREET, ASHBURTON. (Next Ashburton Club), X"ITH OLE SALE and retail Tinware T? Manufacturer, Etc Tinsmith, Gas fitter, Bellhanger, Locksmith, Gunsmith, and Wellsinker. Sole agent for Nicholas Celebrated Ball Bearing Windmill. OLAEIDGE 7S~STABLES, (Late MeConnell's). Tancred Stkest, Ashburton. BEST accommodation and attention fo Town and Country visitors. Horses and Traps always on hire. ■ Wed ding and Picnio Parties catered for. P. P. CLARIDGE, Proprietor. Telephone No. 91. 6 87 TTUST fancy Mellor is Selling his Boots 1/ and Shoes 2s in the pound cheaper than any other firm in Ashburton. BAKES BROS. Complete Furnishingl^ UNDEBTAKERB. To be Published ii* April, 1903, STONE'S CANTERBURY Nelson, Marlborough, and Westland, (Commercial, Munioipal, and General.) DIRECTORY, \'& NEW ZEALAND ANNUAL : APRIL 1003 : (SECOND YEAR OF PUBLICATION.) TvEMY Bvo. size, containing over 1000 pages, together with numerous Maps, corrected to date, the whole handsomely I bound in cloth, gilt lettered. Price, if ordered before publication, 10s 6d „ After publication, 12s 6d. i Stone, Son & Co. PRINTERS & PUBLISHERS, Dunedin and Wellington. 10 293 COALS! COALS COALS MOUNT~SOMERS NEW SEAM COAL IS NOW IN THE MARKET. THIS is Canterbury's Best Co*]. Every Householder should save money, and keep the money in the province by using MOUNT SOMERS COAL. This Coal has 35 per cent of Gas, burns with a good flame, and gives a steady heat. TRY IT ! TRY IT ! TRY IT To be had of all Coal Merchants. Price—l7s per Ton at Mount Somers Station. JAMES GIBSON, Cameron Street Ashburton. TY\O Those about to marry, and to those JL already married. Study economy by s purchasing your furniture at W. & H. Baker's Warehouse, Havelock Street. Just received, a consignment of Wicker Chairs in latest shapes and designs; als& Bamboo Tables. In stock all kinds of bed- J steads and bedding; Suits of drawing and I dining-room furniture made to order afe moderate prices. Best workmanship and materials ST. GEOHGJS JAMS, Potted and Preserved Heats.;. ARE DELICIOUS. TRY THEM. Procurable from all Grocers and Store keepers throughout the colony. FPAYS, it pays to buy your Boots at Mellor's Zealandia Boot Store. Good Bluchers 5s lid 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 WHAT prize takers for pastry use Patty Pan baking powder the great; novelty HENRY GARNER, late Woollen MiEs, gives cash for sheep skins, hides, etc. Tuesdays and Saturdays. Behind Hitching and Milsom's, West Street. Give him a ! trial. 9 8 WANTED Known—Wonderful value in Boots and Shoes at Jas.. Mellor's, Tancred Street. WANTED Known—That we are sol& agents for the N.Z. Acetylene Gas lighting Company. Carbide quoted in lib to 1 ton lots. Estimates given for Acetylene lighting.—Hardley Bros. 10102 IT is a well-known fact that Jas. Mellor can give much better value in Boots and Shoes than any other Shop in Ashburton. SHEEP Shears! Sheep Shears! T.U.S and 8.8.A.j 3s 6d; Turkey and Wash ita Stones at prices that cannot be beaten. —Habdley Bros. r 1 you want real good Boots then try Mellor's, the ch*°oest Shop in Ash burton. PATTY Pan' baking powder wants on trial without prejudice, two patty pans or nothing. WANTED KNOWN — Farmers' Good Shooter Boots only 10s 6d. Mellor's Zealandia Boot Store. WHY not try Mellor's Zealandia. Boot Store for Boots and Shoes Great value at Mellor's. WANTED Known — Special Value in Boots and Shoes ab Mellor's, Zealandia Boot Store CASH for Skins, Hides, etc., at Henry Garner's. Best price given. Attends on Tuesdays and Saturdays; premises behind Hitching and Milsom's, West St. "OATTY Pan baking powder, the grea JL novelty, two patty tins for nothing Trora all Grocers.