The Sunday Opening Movement. —The permanent Exhibition at Philadelphia, in >ite of opposition, has been opened to the on Sundays. On the first Sunday bout 6000 visitors were registered. On te second nearly the same number were The management have provided vf „ a series of sacred concerts, consisting of fine music on the Roosevelt organ, the cornet, and other instruments ; also vocal music rendered by talent of a superior quality. On the third Sunday the attend ance was about as large as on the two b previous Sundays, the anticipated increase t,having failed on account of the weather. fcFhe assemblage was orderly, and almost entirely composed of clerks and me '{■ chanics. Barbarous Pastime. —During the first .series'of bull-fights at Madrid this year, ninety of those animals and 143 horses [ Were killed. “Saved by the Cross.” —Under the heading of “ Saved by the Cross,” the . “ Tapanui Courier” relates that a work man named Austin, while engaged paint ling the upper part of All Saints’ Church * there, had a very narrow escape. A sud den gust of wind caught the ladder on * which he was standing (some 30ft. from fthe ground) causing it to slip down. He, however, “clung to the cross” until assistance was rendered. Paris Exhibition Toys. —The Paris correspondent of the “Clutha Times ” writes The toys in the Paris Exhibi tion continue to be very attractive, and also new traps in silk netting, with aspring, for catching small birds and nightingales ; a good bby might be allowed to set it for sparrows and robins, provided he liberated the prisoners just after caressing them. The ‘ swimming dog ’ is clumsy ; but the * swimming bather ’ is a success : there is one lady on springs, that dips on her back ; there is a goat that walks and cries equal to life, Garibaldi might include it' in his herd ; their is a republican hen, that toddles along, and lays, en route, red, white/and blue eggs ; a little miss pushes a perambulator; a bear, like a famous frog, goes a-wooing ; indeed the automatic principle is as ingeniously as it is humor- Rously applied. Boys will be glad to learn ' that there are trains that run by them selves, and before stopping the engine whistles, and a pop-gun makes a terrib noise by means of a piece of newspaper as large as a franc. ” • Dog Thieves. —“ Atlas” in the

m n “World” says:—Years ago I cultivated acquaintance of a certain Billy Taylor, Rlbping to find him useful in the recovery gof dogs I valued. He certainly knew where to lay his hands upon my dogs when they were lost; he was most gushing in in his sympathy, but he levied a great deal of blackmail. I was beginning to get tired of this when one fine morning I read in the newspapers that Billy was convicted before a jury of his countrymen of dog stealing and heavily sentenced. Who rose to the vacant throne of the dog-steal ers I never inquired, but I suppose the same system prevails now as then. There were then—it was only ten or twelve years ago—no more than nine dog-stealers by kt, profession in London, and to know one | was to be in relationship with the whole llgang. I talked to a dog-fancier in Paris just before the war broke out, and he told me frankly that he had every week stolen dogs sent over to him trom London to the value of £4O. Strangers coming to reside in Ashburton are often at a loss to know which is the best i Establishment to visit for the purchase of \ Drapery, Clothing, and House-furnishing Iron mongery, and General Stores. Okr & Co. K offer special advantages to the public that can •' be met with nowhere else in Ashburton. They jw keep at all times the largest and best-assorted Stock of every class of Goods, imported direct from the leading manufacturers at home, which "! beinp bought entirely upon cash terms, they are It enabled to ofler goods of siwh sterling value as | cannot be equalled by any other house in the ‘- trade, Every article in stock is marked at the ' lowest price, from which no abatement is made so that the most inexperienced buy their goods ’ at the same piices as the best judges.—Advt

TUESDAY, November 26, 18/B.]

THE EVENING ECHO.



Tenders. - UPPER ASHBURTON ROAD BOARD. TENDERS are invited for Forming 255 Chains of Road on Westerfield and Laghmor Estates, near Messrs. Davis and Wilson’s Farm, and between Sections 28908 and 28782. | Tenders are to be addressed to the j Chairman, and sent in not later than f Noon of TUESDAY, the 3rd prox. | Specifications, &c., can be seen at the 1 Office, by applying to ROBT. D. PULLAR, . Clerk to the Board, f Westerfield, 25th Nov., 1878. 77 Miscellaneous. NOTICE. HAYES’ f TIMBER YARDS, ASHBURTON. IN consequence of the WAIMATE MILLS having been BURNED, the " above Yards will be Closed for about Six " Weeks, until Re-Erection of same. Mr. F. Pavitt is authorised to collect | all outstanding accounts until further notice. i ALPHEUS HAYES, if perW. H. COLLINS, , Manager. ' Ashburton, Nov. 23, 1878. 67 j ; A' LL persons indebted to Messrs. George Parker and Co., Coal Mer ) chants, Ashburton, are requested to pay their accounts before the 30th November, •,to Mr. R. H. PRATT, who is authorised ito collect the same. i GEORGE PARKER & CO, \ JTot, 18th, 1678. 78



Engineers and Foundries. JOHN ANDERSON, CANTERBURY FOUNDRY CHRISTCHURCH, BEGS to notify that he has been appointed SOLE AGENT for New Zealand for MESSRS AYELING & PORTER, ROCHESTER, Whose Traction Engines, Ploughing Machines, Steam Reaping Machines, and Road Rollers have gained for them a world-wide reputation. An early exhi bition will be made of an 8 h.p. Agricul tural Locomotive Engine, which can he used either for Steam Cultivation, Thresh ing, Sawing, or: Removing Agricultural Produce. Catalogues and prices can be had on application. The following Machinery and Goods are now ON SALE at the Canterbury Foundry for the season : MCCORMICK’S REAPER & BINDER WOOD’S do. do. OSBORNE do. do. , Extras and wire for each of the above. McSPIERRY GRAIN DRILLS. English and American Mowers, by Samuelson, Hornsby, Howard, Wood, McCormick, and Osborne; Clayton and Shuttleworth Thresh ing Machines, Elevators, Hay Loaders, Pacific Hay Cutters, Seed Strippers.. ALSO, FOR SALE, Fencing Standards, Best Fencing Wire, Cambridge, Crosskill, and Mixed Rollers, Broad-cast Seed Sowers, Millstones, Grindstones, Flour-dress ing Silk, Leather and India-rubber Belting and Hose, Reaper Sections, Plough Fittings, Machine Oils, Field Gates, &c., &c. Estimates and Drawings for any kind of Machinery furnished on application. D. MIDDLETON, Agent, Ashburton. G 3



STEAM UNION & I RON WORKS (Next the Horse Bazaar), BURNETT STREET, ASHBURTON. jgDWARDS AND L EE ENGINEERS, MILLWRIGHTS, AND GENERAL SMITHS. Orders for every description of Machinery executed in a workmanlike manner, and guar anteed to give satisfaction, at prices that wil compare favorably with any in Canterbury. Important.—Ex erienced Manufacturers and Repairers of Reapers, Combines, Straw Elevators, Portable Engines, Wool Presses, &c. Wind Pumps, Circular Saw Spindles, and Tables, made to order. General Smith , Wheelwright , and Shot ing wotk warranted to give satisfaction. EDWARDS AND LEE, Proprietors. THE CENTRAL FOUNDRY, PETER STREET, ASHBURTON. W. J. HESSEY, BEGS respectfully to inform the public of Ashburton and surrounding districts that he has ON HAND and FOR SALE, Working Men’s Kitchen Ranges, cast or sheet iron ovens. Cambridge Rollers, at Christchurch Prices. Wire Strainers.



Repairs of Castings in Iron or Brass of every description. RAILWAY FOUNDRY CHRISTCHURCH. gCOTT jg BOTHERS, ENGINEERS, Etc.. Beg to inform their customers and the public generally that they have REMOVED To new and commodious premises in MANCHESTER STREET SOUTH, Near the new Passenger Station. Manufacturers of Railway Contractors’ Plant, Flax Dressing Machines and Presses, Wool Presses, Agricultural and all descriptions of Machinery. Plain and Ornamental Railing, Gates, and Tomb Fencing. Stoves and Cooking Apparatus. Drawings prepared and estimates given for all kinds of Engineering ’and Machinery. • ' Repairing done with expedition. ;



Drapery. GRAND SHOW OF New Go od s AT E are now opening up a;second shipment of ZEsTUaTW goods, Consisting of Gents.’ Black Satin Hats Gents.’ White Shirts Gents.’ Black Cloth Suits Gents.’ Double and Single Breasted Suits Gents.’ Felt Hats Gents.’ Kid Gloves Gents.’ Colored Shirts



EEOWEES. io boxes New Flowers 5 ~ New Feathers 30 ~ New Ribbons 50 shades of Bonnet Silks to match' New Ribbons POPUHB & SiEKS, A large assortment of real ■ Irish Poplins, direct from Pirn Brothers, of Dublin. FHJHTS. An immense assortment of New Prints, French Checks, and Stripes in great variety. COSTUMES. A large assortment of New Costumes are now being opened up. BOOTS & SHOES. JUST RECEIVED, 10 TRUNKS NEW BOOTS. Men’s Watertights, pegged and riveted. Ladies’ Kid Boots in great variety. Children’s Boots of every make.



DRESSMAKING department. This department is managed by a First-class Dressmaker, with competent assistants. A PERFECT FIT GUARANTEED. Prices Strictly Moderate. ORR AND CO.



Drapery. ANTED KNOWN, that A. O. AITKEN & CO., are Selling their Cloth ing, Boots and Shoes, &c., CHEAPER THAN ANY HOUSE IN ASHBURTON. !': ; ■ v W ANTED KNOWN, that A. 0. AITKEN & CO. have opened up a Splendid Lot of Fichus, Manilla Hats, and a Large Assortment of FANCY GOODS. RANTED KNOWN, that A. O. AITKEN & CO. are paying Particular Attention to their DRESSMAKING DEPARTMENT, which is superintended by a Lady whose Experience has been gained at some of the Best Houses in New Zealand. ANTED KNOWN, that A. 0* AITKEN & CO. have determined, prior to removing to their New Premises, now in course of erection, to reduce their present stock as much as possible, to effect which, they are now offering all Goods at the LOWEST POSSIBLE PRICES.



NOTICE. PO R SALE AT T. QUINN & GO’S, DRAPERS and CLOTHIERS, MOORE-ST. ASHBURTON. 75 Men’s and Boys’ Suits, at 30s per Suit 40 doz. Silk Handkerchiefs at is each. 20 doz. Straw Hats, 7s per doz. T . QUINN & CO., Moore Street, Ashburton.



Carriers. B. C. SMITH, GENERAL CARRIER, Moore St., Ashburton. EXPRESS to meet every Train. Par cels delivered promptly, at moderate charges. 66 G. F. SCOTT, qeneral carrier, Cameron St., Ashburton. Parcels delivered promptly and charges moderate. jes-Expresses in attendance to meet every Train. Business Notice. THE HORSE BAZAAR. LIVERY AND BAIT STABLES BURNETT-STREET, ASHBURTON. W. B. COMPTON, Proprietor. First-class accommodation for Horses and Vehicles on most liberal terms at these Stables, with every attention and civility. Saddle Horses or Buggies on Hire. Horses Bought and Sold on Commission. WANTED KNOWN—That the cheap est and neatest CARDS may be had at: EVENING ECHO OEEICE. i , East Street,



Tinsmiths, &c. J. C. DOLMAN, TJ LUMBER, LOCKSMITH, BELL -1 HANGER, ZINC, and TINPLATE WORKER, Tancred Street, ASHBURTON. Artesian Wells sunk and Pumps fitted and repaired. O.G. Guttering fixed at current rates. Electric Bells supplied and fitteb- N.B.—Orders punctually attended to. STT ARDLEY, in tendering his . XX Sincere Thanks to the In habitants of Ashburton and Surrounding Districts for their past patronage, begs to announce that he is now SELLING OFF HIS PRESENT STOCK AT COST PRICE, to make room for a Fresh Shipment daily expected from Melbourne. Note the Address — S. HARD LEY, PLUMBER AND TINSMITH, EAST STREET. PUBLIC NOTICE. JOSEPH HYDE, PRACTICAL COPPERSMITH AND BRAZIER, TIN, IRON, AND ZINC PLATE WORKER, Begs to inform the inhabitants of Ashburton and surrounding districts that he has com menced business in TANCRED STREET, where he hopes by strict attention to business, combined with moderate charges, to merit a fair share of public patronage. N.B.—Repairs neatly executed.



Business Notices. Tea ! Tea ! Tea ! too BOXES 50 KALF-CHESTS The above will be found Pure. combined with strength and Fine Flavour. ORIENTAL TEA . COMPANY’S, In 11b. and packets. We are Agents for this Tea, and would advise the public to give it a fair trial, as it is highly spoken of. Orr & Co. •



SPECIAL NOTICE. WE ARE NOW LANDING— Exp.s. “ Tongariro,” Totara for Wells Ex “ Clifton,” from Invercargill, 240,000 feet first-class Boards and Scantling Ex “ Drover,” from Bluff, 120,000 ditto ditto Ex “ Wave of Life,” from Thames, 50,000 feej Flooring, Lining, &c. Ex “Flora,” from Kaipara, A splendid assortment of 95,000 feet Kauri Timber MONTGOMERY & CO. (Limited), CHRISTCHURCH, And EAST STREET, ASHBURTON. H. BUDDEN, SEED MERCHANT, Etc., Etc., NELSON, N.Z. Fruit and Forest Trees, Ornamental Shrubs, Roses, Seeds, Plants, etc. —Packed to any part ofNew Zealand. pOTATOES. POTATOES, FOR SALE, at A. 0. AITKEN & CO.’s, Havelock Street,



Wants; &c.- W ANTED, to Rent a COTTAGE, iit or near town. . Apply to 76 SANDO & OLSEN. WANTED, a Smart Boy. Apply to A. O. AITKEN & CO., 62 Havelock Street. WANTED, a General Servant. Ap ply MRS. PAIGE, 51 Parsonage, Ashburton. WANTED, a Good Shoeing Smith. Apply to 14 ROBB & BLYTH. TO LET. ONE SHOP and Several Convenient OFFICES in our new buildings. 64 SAUNDERS BROTHERS. A BARGAIN. FOR SALE. —A First-class Semi-grand Tri-cord PIANOFORTE, by one of the most famous makers, Brinsmead and Sons. Price £SO. Apply ECHO-OFFICE. Meetings. THE BUILDING COMMITTEE of the Somerset Lodge are requested to meet at the Secretary’s office on Tuesday next, 26th inst., at 8 p.m. By order. CHARLES. BRADDELL, 69 Secretary. ASHBURTON COUNTY COUNCIL. IVTOTICE is hereby given that the next J 3( Meeting of the Ashburton County Council will take place on WEDNESDAY, the 27th instant, at 12 noon, at its ofikies, Montgomery’s Buildings, East Street, Ashburton. By order, F. MAINWARING, Clerk. Ashburton, Nov. 20, 1878. ...... 71 Tender. TO BUILDERS. TENDERS are invited for the Erection of STORE for Messrs. Orr & Co., Ashburton. Plans and specifications can be seen at the undersigned’s office up to MONDAY, December 2nd, when tenders will be received up to 5 p.m. The lowest or any tender qpt necessarily accepted. S. W. BROWN, Architect, &c., 68 East Street, Ashburton.



Entertainments. ' f" YY SOMERSET LODGE, E. C. THIS Lodge will celebrate their Anni versary with a B A L L, To be held in the TOWN HALL ASHBURTON, On Monday, Dec. 2. Admission by Tickets only,, to be had from the Committee up till Monday at noon. CHARLES BRADDELL, 70 Secretary. THISTLE LODGE S. C. No. 627. The installation of officers for the above Lodge will take place on Monday, Dec. 2nd, 1878, at the Templar Hall, at 4 p.m. A Banquet will be held in the Evening, at Bro. Quill’s Commercial Hotel, at 8 o’clock. Tickets, 12/6 each, can be obtained from the officers and members of the Lodge. Yisiting Brethren invited to attend, . By order R.W.M. JOHN R. BLAND, 74 Secretary. YOUNG MEN’S CHRISTIAN ASSO CIATION, ASHBURTON. A SERIES of Six Monthly Lectures in the Town Hall will be com menced on WEDNESDAY, November 27, by J. H. TWENTYMAN, Esq. (President of the Association). Subject: “ Some Features of Modem Civilization.” Admission —Single Lecture, 1/.; series of Six Lectures, 5/. Tickets can be obtained from members of the Associa tion and at the Echo Office. The dates and subjects of Future Lec tures will be duly announced. 46 Musical. MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS Tuned and Repaired. J. C. HUGHES, TEACHER of Pianoforte and Harmonium, Cox Street, Ashburton. Orders can be left at the Echo Office,