The Boer Generals.

STATEMENTS CHALLENGED BY Mil CHAMBERLAIN.

United Press Association By Electric Telegraph—Copyright

London, November 22. A Blue Book, which has been issued shows that Mr Chamberlain, on the Gth, challenged the statements of the Boer Generals regarding the appeal fur relief, and also repeats their Continental speeches. The cost ot" the burghers' camps, which have now become organisations to enable the men to return to their homes, was •£2(P,000 monthly, which was borne by the Government. Replying to Botha's Paris speech, in which he staled that Lord Kit chener used the Bufferings of the women and children to induce th«ir relations to surrender, Mr Chambi-rlain urges that nothing was spared that science and money were c pile '.>f achieving to reduce the mortality of tho camps. Tho statistics proved'h tat the moment of surrender th.-ro v,&- nocausu of anxifty as to the 0 >n dition t,f the occupants of the camps, and no request had been m;ide at Vereeniying for special provision for the women and \ orphans. Quoting the Yereeniging disposal of a free gratt which was unprecedented in tho history of the world, Mr Chamberlain stated that if more was requited there was a source from which a substantial addition might fairly be expected that was the un spent balance of the large remittances sent from the Transvaal to Europe. Britain, as the successor of the Republics, was entitled to such balance, lie invites Botha to co operate in finding to whom the money w:is entrusted, and obtain a statement of ac counts. The Colonial Government had assumed the entire responsibility of the maintenance of the destitute orphans and suitable provision would be made for the widows. If there were abundant rain aud extensive cultivation the end of the year would be a prelude to a degree of pros perity in no wise inferior to that prior to the war. Botha, on the 12th, sent aconciliatory rpply. He said that had the Generals at the London Conference received the as- that the Government would undor- Take the full responsibility of the widows and orphans destitute, and appeal would never have been issued in its present form. They originally interpreted the free grants as not providing anything apart from the war losses for the widows and orphans desiilute. He was glad to learn from a recont speech that the Government would undertake fuller responsibility of the necessitous and injured. Further re specting the conditions of the Jouns, he had no "knowledge of the funds remitted t-> Europe, and hopes Mr Chamberlain's tour will be a Step towards the restoration of peace and prosperity, which he is sure j Mr Chamberlain desires to promote. ! Tho " Daily Mail" alleges that a million of the Transvaal funds remitted to Europe has been traced to Leyds and Kruger's ( hands, which they are retaining for the purpose of fostering a political agitation. The paper also adds that the Generals have consented to Kruger and Leyds re- j taining two sums —three-quarters of a mil lion and a quarter of a million—for the purposes of the intrigue.

THE ASHBURTON GUARDIAN s TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 1902

JPrintea ana pu^sned by thqkas JtiAifCQX, for the Proprietor, Robert Bblli, afc his Printing .Office, Burnett Street, Ashhur. ton.' TUESDAI, NoTember 25, 19Q3, :



BUSINESS NOTICES. | Notice to Fanners. j My Motto—l Pick the best and most up-to date Machinery in the Market. "XT OH WILL FIND THE Latest Osborne Harvester and finder, (Light Draught) Strongly and simply constructed, easy running, and x»hat is best—WlLL LAST. Once used, always used Reaper? and Mowers, all sjzoa; will cut any thing",' bar gate posts and gorse fences. Hay Rakea, very strong; yet can be worked by a child. Our COLUMBIA DISC HARROW is admitted by everyone that has used (hem AS being the easiest manipulated, strongest, and m«a.t durable in the Market. ALL FARM IMPLEMENTS EQUALLY GOOD. Cull and inspect for yourselves at the Tancred St. Implement Depot Show Itooms Price and Terms on application Twines, Oils, Duplicates kept in stock.



W. STONYER. Don't Forget mo Call at ARGYLE BEOS, and order your C6ai and Firewood. "WESTPOBT, ) NEWCASTLE, f Coal always and C on hand. MOUNT SOMERS ) Westport and Nowcasble Slack. Orders Promptly attended to. """iTlicsißßßY, TJARRISTER & SOLICITOR, Burnett Street. Money to lend on freehold security. Massey-Harris Bicycles TO THE FEONT AGAIN.



AT the Invercargill Sports, held on November 10th, they secured 1, 2, 3 in every event on the programme. This ia the greatest record in the Austra lasian Colonies, and was never known before. Gall and inspect our latest Models, which are built for strength and speed. Bicycle Depot—EAST STREET. Agent - J. GORDON. To the Electors of Ash fourtoii. Another Man in the field. j. l. inaas, PAINTER, 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 1 Trade. Pictures Framed, Sign-writing a specialty Call and see the latest in PAPERS. FOR WATCHES, CLOCKS;,



PUNISHMENT- •» - - ■ ■ Social progress has done away with a great many forms of punishment once administered under the laws of enlightened people. But nature never changes or . modifies her penal ties; she still has the same punisn ~/\~<- '^-'■i,~^f}~ ment for the man Mf Atw^M who neglects ol" 577 M&S f/ abuses his stomach, v&** as she had in the "WMWW""^ far-°ff days <wheu /p£.~^i Wflfk Adam delvel and #■/!'?]J Eve ppan.' The phy -11 i i Hs\ sioal discomfort, nL f, S|*» dulness, sluggish s^&l X^M ness, irritability, fi^Va l& I nervousness, and V%" i i? 1 / sleeplessness which )>\V> iW are visited upon the fM'fi '§■.$ man who eats care fet & 'm lessly or irregularly v$ gj W have been from the beginning the cvi / ,'_i»VJ| j^:%! 1 \ dences of.diseasos of / /~yw> I {■—"•! I \ the stomach and its / ■'^^t i ; \ associated organs of &a^F^^ digestion and nutri tion. Dr. Morse's Indian Root" Pills cure tli3 diseased stomach, »nd enable the per fect digestion and as.-imilation of food, so thnt the sluggishness, irritabi'ity, nervous ness and slceplejsm.-ss, which result from innutrition, are als«i cured. Wo cannot do better th;m uso the words ct' Mr .1. H. King, 11 Jersey Terrace, Sydney, whose experience along this line entitles his statement to ni'rS than ordinary consideration. "It is with the utmost pleasure I testify to the efficacy of Dr. Morse's Indian Knot Pills in a case of chronic dyspepsia. For many years I suffered from this dire complf.int with its attendant evils; have consulted doctors and tried innumerable remedies, with no beneficial result. At last, on the recommendation of a friend, I purchased a bottle of your Pills (putting little faith in them), but was surprised after a few days to find my digestion decidedly improved, and now I am pleased to inform you that after a course of your Pills, I am perfectly free from all symptom?, have a good appe tite, and can digest any kind of food."



JEWELLERY, SILVER AND ELECTRO-PLATE, SEASONABLE NOVELTIES, Etc, GO TO G. JESSON, Practical Watchmaker aud Jeweller, Burnett Street, (opposite Somerset Hotel) Ashburton. -—Repairs a Specialty — Presentation Committees liberally dealt with. SPECIAL PURCHASE OF Men's, Youths' and Boys CLOTHING, At Big Discount. rfIHESE we are now offering at from 10 to 20 per cent, under Regular Prices. Together with a fine Assortment of Hats, Ties, Shirts, etc.



The Ideal Vulcanised Tyre holds practic ally every New Zealand record, is guaran teed for J2 months and cm be supplied and fitted to your Cycle without any additional ccsl. The Leader Tyre is our second grade line, manufactured by Ideal Ttrb Cot, Christchurch aud Melbourne, and are guaranteed for 0 months, aud is an ab solutely good and reliable Tyre.—(Advt.) STANDISH AND PEEECF, Photographers under the Eoyal patronage of the Prince and Princess of Wales. Studio Hi°h Street, Christchurch. 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 each v.no means a profit with hardly any work. Send for our catalogue . We sell on cash or time payments, and can give you 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.



FOR SALE. A GOOD Sheop Farm of 800 acres, with pood buildiugs, near to School and Church and within an easy distance of a railway. F. FERRIMAN. FOR SALE A FARM of 640 acres, in good hes-rfc fences in first-class condition. W. FERRIMAN, Land and Estate Agent TO Let or for Sale, at Tinwald, corner with a four-roomed House, -\ acre section, near to the School and facing Grahams Koad" F. FERBIMAN, Land and Estate Agent •|~ AM instructed by Mr Haar to Sell his comfortable home on the N.E. Town Belt. This property is cheap and well worth your inspection. ;F. FERRIMAN, Land and Estate Agent WANTED Known that we are making Tanks from 25s upwards, and 6ft baths from 25s.—Hardley Bros.



ASHBURTON DRAPERY CO Drapers, Clothiers, Milliners, and Dressmakers, Arcade House. music" Singing, Piano, & Harmony ME J. GILLIES - Voice Production and Culture, Italian (Larnperti Method). Piano, Schumann Conservatoire, Frankfort &-Main, Germany. Pupils prepared for Examinations in the various Musical Colleges. Term dates from the first lesson. 10152 ■TJIUBNITURE. —Go to Strange's for Jj variety and best valuo. SUPPORT Local Industry. — We have opened up Ashburton Woollen Mills Hosiery and Blanket?, which compare very favourably with other makes for quality aad prioe.~GEANT and Mooue. Smoke New Venus



BUSINESS NOTICES. : Special Prices : FOB, 1 MONTH WANTED Ladies to see Fast Prints 3|d, Delaines oijd, lovely Blouse Pieces from is 3d, Pinafore Muslins 6sd, wide Nainsook S^d. Y\\ H. PEARCE, Cash Draper. WANTED all mothers to see Girls Leg horn Flop Hats Is 6d, 2s 6d, 2s lid, ladies Sailor Hats, (samples); special lot Corsets 2s lid a pair. W. H. PEARCE, Cash Draper. WE WANT ROOM FOR XMAS GOODS j WANTED all working men to seel Dungaree Jackets, Is lid each. Special prices for all Dungaree Goods this { season at W. H. Peaucb's, Cash Draper. WHAT a pretty Brooch! Yes, I got it at Peabce's for a shilling. They have such a lot of different kinds to select from. I mean W. H. PEARCE, Cash Draper and Clothier MITCHELL, PHOTOGRAPHER, Burnett St TNVITES the residents of Ashburton and 1 the surrounding districts to inspect the new Photographs on exhibition at his Studio, Burnett Street, on and after FRIDAY. 31st inst. To meet the increasing demand for a well-finished Enlargement at a moderate price I have decided to supply for a 'short period 1 dozen Hiphlv Finished Cabinet Photos & One Matoline Enlarge ment for 15s. Note.—Specimens will be exhibited in Vestibule. Best work guaranteed. 10 285 WANTED, QEVERAL LADIES about to purchase Summer Shoes to have a look at our WINDOW DISPLAY of this season's Foot-wear. OUR LEADING LINES at 8s lid and 11s 6d have the snap and style which always appeals to the feminine taste.



IX STOCK'S BLUE BOOT STORE, Burnett Street. Note—Discount Coupons for Cash. MRS J. LLOYD, MUSIC SELLER, &c. "OEGISTERED TEACHER OF 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. COALS 1 COALS COALS MOUNT~SOMERS NEW SEAM COAL IS NOW IN THE MARKET. npHIS is Canterbury's Best Coal. 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. JOHN OLSEN, Melrose Dairy, Hampstead, WISHES to notify to the inhabitants of Ashburton that he has erected a I 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 up. Families waited on. Wanted regular supplies of milk delivered j at Melrose Dairy. 10 244



Newman's Livery Stables, (Behind Somerset Hotel), Ashburton. J NEWMAN desires to thank his ' 9 Customers for their patronage in the past and to solicit a continuance of tie same in the future. In order to keep pace with his growing business he has just had built several new vehicles. j Horses and Traps always on hire. j Best accommodation for visitors from ; town or country. Wedding and Picnic Parties catered for. Charges Moderate. J. NEWMAN, Proprietor. 1 11 209 I



FOR SAL". WILLS STREET WEST. ! I HAVE received instructions from Mr F. H. Beckingsale, who is leaving for Wellington, to Sell his property situated as above, comprising Town Section 1135, con taining one rood and a modern built Dwel ling of 6 rooms, bathroom, pantry and wash-house. The grounds have been well laid out in gardens, and from the admirable situation of the property it is well adapted for pur chase either as an investment or for residential purposes. To Trustees in search of a sound invest ment this property is well worth attention, as it will return a good interest on the purchase m.pney. Full particulars can be had on applica tion. F. FERRIMAN, Land and Estate Agent. for sTaTlIe. " WILLS STREET, WEST. I HAVE received instructions from Mr William Sparrow to sell his two sec tions No. 582 and 583, situated in Wills Street, West. The sections are well fenced and are admirably situated, facing the Domain and within a minute's walk of the Railway Station. Terms can be arranged to suit puiv ChaSerß' F. FERRIMAJT, [ ■ Land and Estate Agent, '



BUSINESS NOTICES ._, | AVOGL SEASON, 1002-3 "TOjTJR Shall be represented at the Christchurch 1 and Thimru AuoMoit Mnl«», imdjhftve made satisfactory nrrangomonta for Disposing of Clips privately «(i AsMim'ton, Consignments will be received at our Ashburton Mtovett, a.sul|H«ni* on to either Christchuroh or Tiniaru, freo of all charges except railage. Clients who wish to send their "Wool direct from their lHiansat railway station will please consign us follows — If intended for sale at Christchurch: —Brown and Son'n Hiding, Aldington. If intended for Sale at Timaru -.—Mill and Corapany'H Siding, Tiiuaru. If inteuded tor sale at Ashburton :—Friedlander Bros., Ltd., Siding, Ashburtoa. Woolpaoks, Twine, Branding Oil, and other Shearing suppHed>t Lowest Kates. The Season's Sales have been fixed as follows :— Christchurch. Timaru. December llth, 1902. December 3rd, 1902. January 16th, 1903. January 13th, 1903. February 19th, 1903. February 25th. 1903. FBIEDLANDEB, BROS., LTD.



Laces. silk blouses, REAL LACE GOODS. Spllll0" WASHING BLOIISES LACE COLLAEETTES WHITE APRONS, LACE TIES, NOVELTIES HOLLANI) APRONS, RUFFLES. UNDERSKIRTS. ■— Now ' Showing in New and Up-to-Date Drapery, at MITCHELL & SUNSHADES TURNER'S DUST COATS, I UMBRELLAS, JACKETS, hosiery, Burnett Street, mantles gloves, Warehouse. ribbons TRIMMINGS, MILLINERY FURNITURE SALE.



TN CONSEQUENCE OF OUR RECENT LOSS BY FIRE W E WANT MONE V, so have determined to sell the whole of our large stocks of Household Furnishings at great reductions, j (Regardless of Cost.) i A nunil er of slightly damaged articles at your own price. ■.i.,,Nwni«iii mimin Dinner Sets, Tea Sets, Bedroom Sets, Jugs, Vases, Orna ~ , ments, Etc., (almost given away.) Crockery tIUCI Linoleuniß, Oilcloths, Carpets, Rugs, Mats, Bedsteads, Bed* ding, Chairs, Drawing Room and Dining Room Suites, GiaS SWaJ*e. Couches, etc., all reduced. ——X—— <Tn fact no reasonable offer will be refused.) A lot of BambooJ Poles and Blind v Rollers at Half Price. T. H. UISDRILL & CO., Cabinetmakers, Etc. Tancred Street. Old premises next Building Society Office, and at new Hall, next Claridge's Stables. wiXiKtlimlimsaimmm g Ssmm^K::^m g m am^tmmm^mmi^mmmaami^mmm^mmmmmmmm^mmmmmmmmm»x^mm&m^mmim WOOL, WOOL_ WOOL, I AM now making LIBERAL CASH ADVANCES, FREE OF COMMISSION, upon all Wool placed in my hands for sale, either in Ashburton Christchurch, Timaru, or for Shipment. This Season's WOOL SALES for Canterbury have been'fixed aa under, viz :— CHRISTCHURCH— TIMARU DECEMBER 11th, 1902. DECEMBER 3rd, 1902 JANUARY 16th, 1903. JANUAEY 13th, 1903 FEBRUARY 19th, 1903. 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. ■ '■ j Wool Packs, and all Station Requisites supplied at Lowest! Market Eates.



DAVID THOMAS, ASHBUETON. : P U FE"BIE DS. : I HAVE erected, regardless of cost, the Most Complete Seed Cleaning Plant south of the Line, and I now ask Farmers to inspect the same at work. I am prepared to Clean for Farmers any description of SEEDS OR GRAIN, And will guarantee to give them satisfaction. i I can supply BEST RYEGRASS and COCKSFOOT (locally grown), also BEST CLOVERS, (dressed by own machines), the purity of which must b$ seen to be appreciated. AIso—HURST AND SON'S English Clovers, Turnips, Rape, Lucerne, Trefoil, ptc ' D. TH O M AS, ASHBURTON,



BUSINESS _NOTICES. : H. L FLOWER, Hairdresser and Tobacconist, EAST STREET. A CHOICE Assortment of G.8.D., Loewe, add other makes of Pipes in stock. Cigarette Holders, Pouches, Pocket, t Knives, Hair Brushes and Combs, in endless | varieties. Slazenger's Tennis Balls and | Racquets. Try my Silver Veil Cigarettes, 15 for 6d. Hairdressing, Singing, and Shampooing. H. A. FLOWER^ (late F Clark's/ Tobacconist. MORIARTY BROS., Cabinetmakers, Upholsterers, etc., TANCEED STEEET, ASHBITETON.



GOLD MEDAL. The McCormick Reaper & Binder (LEFT HAND OPEN BACK.) TTtTAS 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. McCorrnick Daisy Reaper was Highly Commended. Morrow, Bassett AND CO. Wills Street, Ashburton. M. PEIEST, Manager



If you wish *to obtain the BEST CROPS AND GAIN PRIZES, uss ISLINGTON FERTILIZERS, To ensure full Crops Everywhere "Y7IXE have the pleasure to notify our Clients that ye are now in the position to supply them with these celebrated Fertilisers at— «£4 12S 6d per ton on Trucks at Islington and Smithfieid. 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. NrCOLL BROS. ; DISTRICT AGENTS, ASHBURTON. WILLIAM R. HYDE, BURNETT STREET, ASHBURTON. (Next Ashburton Club), WHOLESALE and retail Tinware Manufacturer, Etc Tinsmith, Gas fitter, Bellhanger, Locksmith, Gunsmith, and Wellsinker. Sole agent for Nicholas Celebrated Ball Bearing Windmill. Only this season's Tweeds sold. Mil & t TAILORS, %£g •TTOICE PRODUCTION, SINGING, PIANOFORTE. Mrs Johnston. Havelock Street. Removal Cheap Boot Sale.



THOMAS YOUNG WISHES to remind his numerous friends and the public that he has removed to the shop lately occupied by Mr Nokes, in East Street, next to the Bank of New Zealand, where he will continue his Boot Sale until the 10th of November. Two shillings in the Pound off all sales for cash. Why do you go about in pain when you can get your Boots made at T. Young to fit your feet. j Repairing done with despatch. I T. YOUNG, Ulster Boot Shop. East Street, Ashburton. j CHARLES BEECH, TANCRED STREET, ASHBURTQN. MY TEA ROOM is centrally situated and Hot Pies can be had at any time. Birthday and Wedding Cakes made to Qrder. Smallgoods a specialty. Try Montgomerie's Malt Digestive Bread—Bermaljne. 8 "209 STRANGE'S Sample Rooms in Burnett street. ' j



BUSINESS NOTIGES The N Z. Farmers' Co-opera tive Association of Canter-, bury, Ltd. Offices, Warehouse and Grain Stores, West Street, Ashburton. EVERY description of Merchandise and Fanners' 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, TUBNIP 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. T. F. GIBSON Manager New and Second-hand Furniture and Clothing. HAVING in stock a large assortment o£ new and second-hand Furniture of every description, Crockeryware 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. EOBINSON. TRIANGLE, Ashburton. 10289 TO Those about to marry, and to those already married. Study economy by purchasing your furniture at W. & M. Baker's Warehouse, Havelock Street. I Just received, a consignment of Wicker ] 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



BAKER BROS. Complete Furnishing^ UNDERTAKERS, WHY not try Mellor's Zealandia Boot Store for Boots and Shoes. Great value at Mellor's. 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., 3s 6d; Turkey and Wash ita Stones at prices that cannot be beaten. —Hard ley Bros. SUMMER Necessities.—Now that warm weather is at hand, we have provided on more than usually lavish scale, for the comfort and pleasure of our customers.— Mitchell & Turner The Drapers. PATTY Pan baking powder contains a patty pan at each end of tin EOE Holiday Season —Good range of Gladstone Bags, Portmanteaus, and Brief Bags at Grant and Moore's. IF you want real good Boots then try Mellor's, the cbeowst Shop in Ash burton. PATTY Pan baking powder wants on trial without prejudice, two patty pans or nothing.



WANTED KNOWN.—That J. Moison 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 at once; uses nothing but the very best sold leather. Next Courthouse, Ashburton. WANTED KNOWN — Farmers' Good Shooter Boots only 10s 6d. Mellor's Zealandia Boot Store. JUST fancy Mellor is Selling his Boots and Shoes 2s in the pound cheaper than any other firm in Ashburton. WANTED Known—Better value than ever in Boots at Melloe's Zealandia Boot Store. JUST landed ex " Delphic " and " Mam ari," shipments of first-class English ; China and earthenware, which we are ] offering at less than Christchurch prices.— Carson and Co WANTED Known—Wonderful value Boots and Shoes at Jas. Mellor's, Tancred Street. WHAT prize takers for pastry use Patty Pan baking powder the great novelty HENRY GARNER, late Woollen Mills, gives cash for sheep skins, hides, etc. Tuesdays and Saturdays. Behind Hitching and Milsom's, West Street. Give him a trial. - 9_B FOR tip top value in Boots try Me toon's Zealandia Boot Store. PATTY Pan baking powder, the great novelty, two patty tins for nothing. From all Grocers. "TT^OR Summer Wear—Gent's fancy can _t? vas Boots and Shoes, very attractive. 7s per pair. Call and inspect.—Grant anp Moore. _^^_ PATTY Pan baking powder is the great? est novelty you ever saw. Sold all grogers,



WANTED Known—That we are sole agents for the N.Z. Acetylene Gas lighting Company. Carbide quoted in lib *to 1 ton lots. Estimates given for Acetylene lighting.—Hardley Bros. 10 102 WANTED Known — Special Value in Boots and Shoes at Mrllor's, Zealandia Boot Store. TO SPRING CLEANEES.-Our Oil cloths and Linoleums are prettier and better value than ever, and as for Curtains, Cretonnes, and Muslins, you should just see them.—Mitchell and Turner, The Drapers. ANOTHER shipment of Japanese China Cups and Saucers to hand. We are clearing them as before at 6s per dozen. Call early at Carson and Cos. FOR Men's Wear - Summer is coming. Full range of Jackets, Pants, and Overalls in Denims, at special quotations— Grant and Moore. ! • ! CASH for Skins, Hides, etc., at Hen hy Garner's. Best price given. Attends on Tuesdays and Saturdays; premises , behind Hitching and Milsom's, West S'fc. ! TAILORING. —■ Stranoe-s are unsur passed for fit and stylo at moderate prices. j j Smoke New Veniis '



BUSINESS NOTICES. WOOL. WOOL. Christcimreli Sale Dates. FIRST SALE — THURSDAY, November 20th. SECOND SALE — THURSDAY, Deoem berllth THIRD SALE—FRIDAY, January 16th, 1903 FOUR I'll 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 Com 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, Christchuroh." To Sheep Growers & Owners. We should be glad if those who hare Sheep to Sell, or wish to buy, wouldforward 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 GraiD, during the coming season. Correspond with us. H. MATSON AND CO. 164, CASHEL STREET Christchureh To be Published in April, 1903, STOINHE'S CANTERBURY Nelson, Marlborough, and Westland, (Commercial, Municipal, and General.) DIRECTORY, & NEW ZEALAND ANNUAL : APRIL 1903 : (SECOND YEAR OF PUBLICATION.) np|EMY Bvo. size, containing over 1000 pages, together with numerous Maps, corrected to date, the whole handsomely bound in cloth, gilt lettered. Price, if ordered before publication, 10s 6d „ After publication, 12s 6d. Stone. Son & Co. PRINTERS & PUBLISHERS, Dunedin and Wellington. 10 293



MANNING &COS NEW SEASON'S BOTTLED ALES AND STOUT, IN QUARTS AND PINTS. mHE BEST IN THE MARKET, Equal to the Leading Brands of ENGLISH ALES. Agents for Ashburton—Messrs ShSab man Bkos. Permanent Building and Invest* ment Society. " T OANS GRANTED FROM .£25 and upwards at current rates. Full particulars on application. Office—Tancred Street. Office Hours— 9.30 a.m. till 4 p.m. First Tuesday in Month.—9.3o a.m. till 4 p.m; and 7 till 9 p.m. ALBERT ROBERTS, Manager. JAMS. Potted and Preserved Meats ARE DELICIOUS,



TRY THEM, Procurable from all Grocers and Store keepers throughout the c010ny,.., Nearly three score years and ten, and I a sufferer for a long period from ! Rheumatism and Piles, but finds ! a cure at last in Plantekoa. ~ Taiti, Lower Huti Feb. 3, 1902 Dear Sir,— lIJAYE been a great sufferer for many years from Rheumatism and -Piles. I have been treated by doctors, and havßAlso used countless medicines, without sticcesfl. I can say that through using PLANTEKOA and PLANTEKOA OINTMENT, I ha#e at last found a cure, and this is really wonder ful, considering my age. "With reference to the Ointment I hare used it for all kinds of skin troubles, burns, scalds, cracked hands, etc., with the besVbf results, and I can honestly recommend any one to use these articles, for in my yeaxa of experience I have never seen their jßqual.— I am, yours etc., • ;•-■■* v i M. A. Saul. ' Ask your Chemist or Storekeeper for it. JACKSON, Agent. | Saunders' Buildings, Ashburton. Lr r \r is the I Li A BEST ■".&■ STARCH LSE NO OTSBK Procurable from all Grocers an 4 Storfl keepeis throughout the colony.