WEDNESDAY, January H, 1879,3

THE EVENING ECHO,

Printed and Published by HORACE John Weeks and Charles Dixon, at their Printing Office, East Street, Ashburton Wednesday, January 8, 1579.



Ashburton Trade Directory. Accountants and Commission Agents— Charles Braddell, Montgomery’s Buildings H. J. Bristo, Prospect Buildings, East-st. W. R. Boyle, Moore-street. F. Pavitt, East-st. Architect and Civil Engineer— S. W. Brown, East-street S. Farr, Montgomery’s Buildings B. Mountfort, East Street Auctioneers— Bullock and Co., East-street Barristers and Solicitors— Mr. Branson, East-street Mr. E. G. Crisp, Montgomery’s Buildings Messrs. Harris and Ireland, Montgomery’s Buildings. Mr. C. W. Purnell, Montgomery’s Build ings _ Bikers, Confectioners, Etc.— Thomas Hicks, Tancred-street Thomas Taylor, East-street, Sando and Olsen, Eass-street Banks— Bank of New Zealand, East-street Union Bank of Australia, East-street Boarding House Keepers— J. G. Anstee, East-street Eagle’s Dining Rooms, Havelock Street Builders, Contractors, Etc.— G. Parkin, Steam Saw Mills, Moor-street Thos. Williams, Tinwald G. Compton, Builder, Moore-street. Booksellers and Stationers— A. Weston, Prospect Buildings, East-street Weeks and Dixon, Stationers’ Hall, Bast street South Bootmakers— J. Chambers, Prospect Buildings, East-street M. Nealas, East-street Brewers and Bottlers— Wood and Co., Cameron-street Quinton Bros., Mount Somers Road Cabinetmaker— Joseph Rule, Moore-street. Cabinetmakers and Undertakers— T. A. Gates, Peter-street, near Quill’s G. Parkin, Moor-street Thomas Williams, 1 inwald Carrier— G. F. Scott, Cameron-street B. C. Smith, Moore-street Chemist and Druggist— J. M. Cambridge, Montgomery’s Buildings Charles Neate, Moore Street. Coal and Firewood Merchants— F. Doherty, Peter-street A. Hayes, Firewood and Timber, near Rail way Station F. P. Leßreton, Bumett-street. Drapers and Clothiers— Aitken and Co., Havelock-street Orr and Co,, East-street Firth, Pass, and Co., Old Bank Store, East street T. Quinn & Co., Moor-street Engineers and Founders— Edwards and Lee, Engineers, Smiths, etc., Bumett-street W. J. Hessey, Central Foundry, Peters-st Furniture Warerooms— A. Spillard, Tancred Street Grocers, General Dealers, Etc.— Aitken and Co., Havelock-street Orr and Co„ East-street Firth, Pass, and Co., East-street Friedlander Bros,, East-street Sando and Olsen, East-street F. Doherty, Peter-street GREENGROCERS— W. T. Davison, Moore-street J. Mooar & Co., East-street W. Birtwell, East Street Hairdresser— A. Weston,-East Street Hotels— Quill’s Commercial Hotel, near Railway Station 3 Shearman’s Somerset Hotel, East-street Central Temperance Hotel, Havelock Street Ironmongers— Orr and Co., East-street Aitken and Co., Havelock-street S. Hardley, East-street Ladies’ Clothing Establishment— Mrs. Morey, Tancred Street. Painter, &c.— J. R. Chapman, Tancred-street Teague and Sons, Bumett-street Photographer— E. Teague, Tancred-street Printers and Publishers— Weeks and Dixon, East-street Plumbers, Gasfitters, Tinsmiths, Etc.— J. C. Dolman, Tancred-street Joseph Hyde, Tancred-street S. Hardley, East-street Saddlers— Thomas Dudson, Burnett-street Surveyors— C. E. Fooks and Son, E»st*street Tailors— Aitken and Co., Havelock-street Tentmakers— Sando and Olsen, East-street I’OB ACCONISTS— A. Weston, East-street Watchmaker— -4 J. P. Parker, East-street, near Bulled in this Directory, £i p er ai COMMERCIAL PRINTING. NEW MACHINERY JUST ERECTED. THE Proprietors of the Evening Echo their in ann< >uncing that ’ . J ob hmg Printing Machine, by Coniusbee/ is now in full working order, and vhat they aie prepared to Execute Orders Superior and Cheaper to anything ever yet tumedou* in i/futoc, c™ tbem antee Des P atc k ill al * orders entrusted to * WEEKS & DIXON, ' Filters and Publishers, Evening Echo Office, East Street, oct,j 5,878,



Drapery. ANTED KNOWN, that A. 0. AITKEN & CO. are Selling their Cloih ing, Boots anti Shoes, &c., CHEAPER THAN ANY HOUSE IN ASHBURTON. KNOWN, that A. 0. AITKEN & CO. have opened up a Splendid Lot of Fichus, Manilla Hats, and a Large Assortment of FANCY GOODS. ANTED 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 Beat Houses in New Zealand. ■yy ANTED KNOWN, that A. 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 ■P O 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. Business Notice. GRATEFUL—COMFORTING. gPPS’S BREAKFAST COCOA . “By a thorough knowledge of the natural laws which govern the operations of digestion and nutrition, and by a careful application ol the fine properties of well selected cocoa, Mr. Epps has provided our breakfast tables with a delicately-flavoured beverage which may save us many heavy doctors’ bills. It is by the judi cious use of such articles of diet, that a constitu tion may be gradually built up until strong enough to resist every tendency to disease. Hundreds of subtle maladies are floating arcund us, ready to attack whereyer there is a weak point. We may escape many a fata shaft by keeping ourselves well fortified with purebleod and a properly nourished frame.” — The Civil Set vice Gazette. SOLD ONLY IN PACKETS LABELLED JAMES EPPS AND CO., Homcepathic Chemists, London. HEALTH FOR ALL. HOLLOWAY’S PILLS AND OINTMENT ‘THE PILLS Purify the Blood, correct all -disorders of the Liver, Stomach, Kidneys and Bowels, and are invaluable in all com* jdaiats incidental to Females. THE OINTMENT i 3 the only reliabli remedy for Bad Legs, Old Wounds, Sores, j and Ulcers. For Bronohitis, Diphtheria, j 'Coughs, Colds, Gout, Rheumatism, and tall Skin Diseases it has no equal. Sold by the proprietor, Tiioha» Hollo wat, 633, Oxford Street, London, and by all Msclicing Vendors throughout World*



Hotels. THE QUEEN’S HOTEL, Corner of Cashel and Manchester Streets, CHRISTCHURCH. R. SMI T H BEGS to inform the public that the above Hotel has lately been renewed, and fitted up in the Rest Home Style, with every attention to comfort and convenience. Water laid on in every room, with excellent bath. Private Suites of Rooms. Commercial and Sitting Rooms. Liquors of the very best brands. Terms Moderate. R. SMITH, Proprietor. Comer of Cashel and Manchester Streets, CHRISTCHURCH. 11l Under Distinguished Patronage. QUILL’S HOTEL. (Opposite Railway Station, and adjoining Post and Telegraph Departments, Ashburton.) THE Proprietor of the above Magnifi cent Hotel begs to announce to Commercial Travellers, Families, and Visitors to this prosperous district, that this establishment is acknowledged to be the finest in New Zealand, both as regards its extent of accommodation, and the general perfection of its appointments. The private suites of apartments are specially designed to suit the convenience and privacy of families. The sitting rooms are cheerful and pleasant. Splen did Commercial Room, and a Reading Room with one of the. Best Libraries in the colony. Large Sample Rooms to meet the requirements of Commercial Travellers. Bath Rooms, and a First class Billiard Saloon furnished with one of Alcock’s Prize Tables. T. Q. having completed arrangements with the best wholesale houses in Aus tralia for the supply of Wines and Spirits, is in a position to offer nothing but a genuine article to the public, and strongly recommends invalids, and those who enjoy good Port and Sherry, to purchase from the above Hotel. T.Q. guarantees everything in stock of the purest descrip tion. The Trade Supplied. QUILL’S COMMERCIAL HOTEL AND WINE VAULTS. WHOLESALE AND RETAIL SPIRIT MERCHANT & IMPORTER. Railway Station, Ashburton. ORAM’S SOMERSET COMMERCIAL AND FAMILY HOTEL, ASHBURTON. UNDER THE PATRONAGE OF Sir George Grey, K.C.8., Premier of Ne».> Zealand. Sir James Ferguson, Bart., late Governor '»! New Zealand, AND Sir Charles Ducane, late Governor of Tas mania. ''jpHlS centrally-situated Hotel is pronounced to be one of the finest in the Southern Hemi sphere. The cuisne is under the supervision or an eminent chef,, and the proprietor hopes that his long experience in the trade is a sufficiep.t guarantee as to the quality of the contents o t the cellar. R. W. SHEARMAN, PROPRIETOR. ~~ CENTRAL TEMPERANCE HOTEL, HAVELOCK STREET, Ashburton. / ~jpHIS well-situated and Commodious Hote as-IS NOW OPEN. jg§r Boarders and the Travelling Public will find the Best of Accommodation, combined with liberal Charges, Strict Civility, and the Best Attention. Refreshments at all hours, and Breakfast for early trains. Breakfast or Tea, i/; Dinner, 1/6. Private Rooms, extra. Breakfast, 6 a.m. to 9 a.m. ; Dinner, 12 noon to 2 p.m. ; Tea, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. The manager is now prepared to receive Orders for Wedding Breakfasts, Wedding Caies, Private Parties, Suppers, Etc. Remember the Address—■ HAVELOCK STREET, NEAR THE RAILWAY STATION, JOHN BROOM, Manager,



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 be 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 A BINDER WOOD’S do. do. OSBORNE do. do. Extras and wire for each of the above. McSI-lERRY 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, Crossldll, 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. 63 UNION STEAM IRON WORKS (Next the Horse Bazaar), BURNETT STREET, ASHBURTON. E DWARDS AND IT E E 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 Smithy Wheelwright , and Shot ing woik 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. Plough Shears on hand to suit Hornsby’s Ploughs. Kitchen Ranges from £3 10s. Repairs of Castings in Iron or Brass of every description. RAILWAY FOUNDRY CHRISTCHURCH. gCOTT JgROTHERS, 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 Goods AT : fSsS w rs* E are now opening up a second shipment of IvTIErW 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 EKGWEHB. io boxes New Flowers 5 ~ New Feathers 30 ~ New Ribbons 50 shades of Bonnet Silks to match New Ribbons FGFKIHS & SICKS. ; A large assortment of real Irish Poplins, direct from Pirn Brothers, of Dublin. FSIHTS. An immense assortment of New Prints, French Checks, and Stripes in great variety. COSTUMES. A large assortment of New Costumes are now beiug 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.



Miscellaneous. SONS OF TEMPERANCE BENEFIT SOCIETY. rHIS useful institution meets every alter nate Friday in the Nsw Templar Hall, Moore Street. New members invited. All information can be obtained from Bros. G. W. Andrews, East Town Belt; K. Sando, East Street; Thos. Williams, Tinwald. Next meet ing on the 1 7th insl. A. J. ANDREWS, R.S. Watchmaker. H. RO beets. MANCHESTER-ST., CHRISTCHURCH, ENGLISH & AMERICAN WATCHES, By the best makers, guaranteed for 2 years. Watches and Clocks cleaned and repaired on the shortest notice. 106 Bootmakers. M. NEAL AS, BOOT & SHOE IMPORTER EAST STREET, ASHBURTON, (Next to Orr & Co.) HAS just received a New Stock, per ship “Lutterworth ” from England,,of th« best Imported Goods and Latest Fashions. A LARGE STOCK of Colonial Goods from the Best in consequence of Large Consignments, will b« SOLD AT VERY REASONABE PRICES, £®”Our own make, sewn or pegged, of description to order, Repairs attended to. T. CHAMBERS, B OOT AND SHOE MAKER East Street, Begs to notify to the public of Ashburton tha 1 ' le has now in Stock a Splendid Assortment c( Boots and Shoes from the Best Makers, ant ill orders entrusted to him will have ever;, ittention. Boots and Shoes, sewn or pegged, made U )rder, of every description and the very bes; Materials Terms Cash. T CHAMBERS, PROSPECT BUILDINGS (Next to Montgomery’s), EAST STREET- Painters. TEAGUE &' SONS, PAINTERS, GLAZIERS, PAPER. HANGERS, AND GENERAL DECORATORS, BURNETT STREET, ASHBURTON (opposite mail office.) JBST SIGN WRITERS TO THE TRAD'S. 2C J. R. CHAPMAN, PAINTER, PAPERHANGBR, SIGN WRITER, GENERAL HOUSE DECO RATOR, Etc., Etc. FANCRED ST., ASHBURTON, (Nearly opposite the Union Bank). A CHOICE selection of Paperhangings, a* Christchurch prices. Genuine White Lead Linseed Oil, raw and boiled Brushes of the best American and English manufacture A large stock of Glass, of various sizes and quality Kerosene, Putty, and Glue Copal, Carriage, Oak, & Paper Varnishe PAINTS Of every description prepared and supplied the shortest notice. Public Notice. TO THE LEGAL PROFESSION. JUST RECEIVED, and on Sale Demy Deed Paper, ruled. „ Deed Parchment. Writing Inks. Pens, Rulers, &c. Cartridge Envelopes. WEE K S & DIXON, “EVENING ECHO” OFFICE, : East St., Ashburton.