Ameiuoan Push,— I Tho United States despot,oiied a special mission with a view to extend American trade m lorei ■ countries now principally suppled m England, France, and Germany. eOtii modore Schufeldt sailed from Lamptou Hoads on December 7th, in the stcamei Ticonderoga, for the West Coast of Aa-ica. He is to proceed thence through the Indian Ocean and up the East Coast oj Siam and China to Japan and Corea., as an ambassador to promote commercial interests of the United States, with a commission from Secretary Evarts con ferring on him extraordinary powers to conclude commercial conventions with numerous outside petty Governments dur ing his cruise. The “ New York Herald, further explains the importance of this mission : “ Ex-President Grant, it is re ported on what seems good authority, has been specially invited by Secretary Evarts and Secretary Thompson to join the Ti conderoga at the mouth of the Congo River, on the West Coast of Africa, and has accepted the invitation. He is to become the adviser of Commodore Schu feldt in all his diplomatic movements, and to remain aboard and to return home in the same vessel. The Ticonderoga is to visit Yeddo, where Commodore Schu feldt is authorised to ask the good offices of the Japanese Government in favoring his reception by the Coreans. Japan being the only country with which Corea has any diplomatic relations at the present time, it is believed that Commodore Schu feldt will find his way into that hitherto sealed region, and possibly succeed in obtaining commercial privileges to some extent. His purpose is to, visit the Corean capital, if possible, a feat hitherto never accomplished by Europeans. Before leaving New York Commodore Schufeldt announced it as his expectation to reach San Francisco a few days after the Presi dential election in 1880.” The Distress in Sheffield.— The dis tress and destitution among the working people in Sheffield are now (Nov. 22,1878) far more serious and more extensive than was the case last year. To give an idea of the scarcity of work, it may be stated that at one place where formerly 1200 men were engaged only 40 are now employed. It is also feared that the Government con tracts for the plates have left the town, inasmuch as the large firms cannot com pete with Barrow, Middlesbrough, Swan sea, and Newport houses, who have the advantage of carriage by sea. The last contract for 20,000 tons of plates went into South Wales, and thus £300,000 is lost to Sheffield. The destitution among the working people is appalling. Hun dreds are living in houses stripped of fur niture, without fire, and are dependent upon the generosity of the neighbours. Prompt measures of relief are being taken. Soup-kitchens will be opened and chil dren’s dinners supplied in a few days. Beecher’s Wine. The Rev. Henry Ward Beecher, during his stay in San Francisco, was presented by a lady with a box of delicious grapes and two bottles of wine, which was stated to have been made by “ a good Presbyterian elder,” and “ for medicinal or communion purposes.” Mr. Beecher, in a characteristic note acknowledging the present, says:—“As to the wine, I have taken temperance sips of it, and find it rather too enticing for ‘communion use.’ It might lead people to too free and ‘ open communion. ’ How ever, if made by ‘a good Presbyterian elder,’ the Calvinism may save it.” The Chinese Question. —The President of the United States, in his speech at the opening of Congress, did not make any allusion to t’ie question of Chinese immi gration. Bad feeling has been created at this breach of pledge on the Pacific Coast. It is believed that the Chinese Embassy has silenced the administration. Unless relief comes in legal form it is reported as probable that California will solve the pro blem in her own way by a secession of the Pacific Slope, in consequence of the criminal neglect by Congress of this para mount question.

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Business Notices. TELEGRAPHIC. THE YERY LATEST. AMERICAN GOODS. AW. WESTON, having been , appointed agent for AMERICAN GOODS AND YANKEE NOTIONS, will shortly receive direct from the manu facturers a lot of New American Goods, Novelties, etc., etc. January 25th, 1879. 301 FANCY REPOSITORY. "PAPER PATTERNS for Ladies’ and r Children’s Clothing, Latest Fashions. Ladies’ own materials CUT OUT at Moderate Chaiices. MRS. MOREY, Tancrßd-street, Ashburton 232



Business Notices. COALS. COALS. COALS. A LL kinds of COxALS & FIREWOOD J\_ delivered at the shortest notice m any quantities and at reason a hie rates. GEORGE PARKER & Springfield Coal Depot, [33 Ashburton. NOTICE. HAYES’ 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. ALPHEUS HAYES, per W. H. COLLINS, Manager. Ashburton, Nov. 23, 1878. Oi CHRISTMAS TREE ASHBURTON TOWN HALL. MRS. MOREY begs to intimate that, in consequence of the great rush on Xmas Eve, and the consequent disappointment of many of the ticket-holders, she has determined to hold another distribution ot CHRISTMAS & NEW YEAR GIFTS, on January 30, 1879. All persons hold ing tickets can have them exchanged for New Ones, or the Money Returned, on application to Mrs. Morey. Fuller particulars in future advertisement 1 198 TREYORTON BUTCHERY. JnnASKER begs to inform the X public of Ashburton _ and district that he has commenced business as a BUTCHER, in his HIS NEW PREMISES, TREYORTON, And hopes by strict attention to business, combined with cleanliness and civility, to merit a share of patronage. N.B.— None but the best quality of meat supplied. Families waited upon daily for orders. 202



NOTICE PO R SALE AT T. QUINN & CO’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.



GEORGE LADBROOIC, GENERAL STOREKEEPER AND PRODUCE DEALER, (Near the Station, Winslow), HAS in Stock a Good Supply of Gene ral Stores, which he can supply Wholesale and Retail at the lowest current rates. NOTICE. ASHBURTON, WAKANUI, AND SEA, FIELD MAIL EXPRESS. SUBSCRIBERS to The Evening Echo residing at and between the above places will, in future, be supplied by Sando and Olsen’s Mail Express, which leaves Ashburton every Tuesday and Fi’iday. New Subscribers will please forward their names to any of the Agents, or our Office, as early as possible. Subscription : By post or express, Bs. 6d. per quarter ; in advance, 7s. Cd. per quarter ; or 28s. per annum. The Evening Echo will contain all the latest telegraphic and other news, grain and produce market reports, and particu lar attention will be paid to the wants of settlers. All notices referring to the Borough Council, County Council, and the Road Beards, will be found in The Echo. Agencies where Tiie Echo can be obtained : Wakanui School Wakanui Creek. Seafield Charing Cross Newland.. McClure G. Leadley T. Jones M. Bruce T. M. Jones G. S. Brown Ed. Watkins The Agents will supply printed forms for new subscribers to sign. WE EK S AND DIX ON, Printers and Tdriishers, East-st. N., Ashburton.



B»papet>y. ANTED KNOWN, that HOOPER, AITKEN, & CO. arc Selling their Cloih ing, Boots and Shoes, tfcc., CHEAPER THAN ANY HOUSE IN ASHBURTON. yy ANTED KNOWN, that HOOPER, AITKEN, & CO. have opened up a Splendid Lot of Fichus, Manilla Hats, and a Large Assortment of FANCY GOODS. yy ANTED KNOWN, that HOOPER, 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. yy ANTED KNOWN, that HOOPER, 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. Business Notice.



Bread. Bread. Public that from the Ist January, 1879, their BREAD will be Sold for sd. Cash, from the Counter, and s£d. monthly accounts. 187



“HONESTY IS THE BEST POLICY,” (As the man said when he returned the Stolen Sheep), AND, as we wish to PAY our BILLS, must respectfully urge that all Accounts due to the undersigned, be paid by the 6th of the month. Short Reckonings and Long Friends. TAYLOR & LILL, Bakers and Confectioners. East Street, Ashburton, 88 NOTICE. THE undersigned begs to give notice that in future all accounts must be settled monthly, and requests that no money be paid to any of the men in charge of the carts, but settled direct with him or at the shop. All accounts overdue must be paid within one month from- date, or they may be liable to proceedings without further notice. THOMAS HICKS, Baker, 89 Ashburton. BREAD. BREAD. BREAD 6d. per 4lb. Loaf. THOMAS HICKS, Baker and Con fectioner, Tancred Street, is now supplying First-class Bread, at 6d. per 41b Loaf, delivered to all parts of the District, or at the Shop. THOMAS HICKS, THE PIONEER BAKERY, Tancred Street, Ashburton LADIES’ AND CHILDREN’S RIMMED JJaTS ONE CASE JUST OPENED, From 2s. lid. each. MRS. MOREY, Tancred Street, Next Mr. Chapman’s. 262



•- Drapery. GRAND SHOW OF New Goods * _ ' E are now opening up a second shipment of nsnsrw 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



FLOWERS. 10 boxes New Flowers 5 ~ New Feathers 30 ~ New Ribbons 50 shades of Bonnet Silks to match New Ribbons POPLINS & SILKS. A large assortment of real Irish Poplins, direct from Pirn Brothers, of Dublin. PRINTS. 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. Hi is department is managed by a First-class Dressmaker, with competent assistants. A PERFECT FIT GUARANTEED. Prices Strictly Moderate. ORR AND CO.



Business Notices^ OPENING DAY! ALFRED HARRISON, AUCTIONEER, ASHBURTON, fTTTLL OPEN his N„w Rooms in Baring Square, near Town Hall, on SATURDAY, FEBRUARY IST. Lunch at 12 o’clock. Sale at 1 o’clock. C Horses. 1 Handsome Sociable, open at back, cushions complete. 1 Light Cart. Firewood, about 20 cords. 5 Cases Machine Castor Oil. Furniture, Pictures. Drapery. Books. 10 Mats Brown Sugar. 12 Cases Tea. 6 Bags Potatoes. 3 ~ Onions. &c., &c., &c.



ALFRED HARRISON is also instructed to Sell, by Private Treaty, the following FARMS, on easy terms:— Lot 1.—619| acres, fenced, 4-roomed Cottage, well, whare, good roads. Lot 2.—300 acres, fenced, 4-roomod Cottage, store room, and stable. Lot 3. —200 acres, part fenced, ploughed Lot 4. —800 acres, fenced, stable, two whares ; 10 acres in grass. Lot 5. Cottage, garden, well, stable ; AND MANY OTHERS. TOWN SECTIONS FOR SALE ON EASY TERMS. Properties entered for sale free of charge. SALE YARDS attended every TUESDAY. MISCELLANEOUS SALE Every SATURDAY, at my Rooms, at 12 o’clock. ALFRED HARRISON, AUCTIONEER, STOCK, ESTATE, AND COMMISSION AGENT, BARING SQUARE, ASHBURTON. Fruiterers. W. BIRTWELL, WHOLESALE & RETAIL FRUITERER. 70 CASES of NEW FRUITS of all kinds to arrive. IN STOCK ORANGES APPLES PEARS PLUMS GREENGAGES SIBERIAN CRABS APRICOTS PINE APPLES. &c., &c. BEST NEW POTATOES. CHEAPEST SHOP IN TOWN. LOOK OUT FOR NEW FRUIT ! J. M OOAR AND CO., WHOLESALE AND RETAIL GREENGROCERS & FRUITERERS, REMOVED to EAST STREET, Shop lately occupied by Mr. Cambridge. Delivered to all parts of Ashburton. W. T. DAVISON, GREENGROCER AND FRUITERER, Wholes alb and Retail. Fresh from Christ church daily, from. one of the Largest Growers. MOORE STEET, Ashburton. 47 Business Notices. MILLINERY AND DRESSMAKING. MRS. WILLIAM ADAMS, assisted by a first-class Milliner and Dress maker, is prepared to make up Ladies’ and Children’s Dresses in the Newest Styles and lowest possible charges. Mrs. Adams devotes special attention to Millinery. &3-COX. STREET, ASHBURTON. (Mr. Ponvrie's late Residence,)



WANTED, a Good Music Teacher (Piano). Address, stating terms, &c., to “ Nom,” Echo Office. 306 TO CARPENTERS. WANTED, a Good Hand at once. Apply D. E. JONES, at H. M. Jones’, stationer, New Shop, Triangle, Ashburton. 304 WANTED KNOWN—That the cheap est and neatest CARDS may be had at EVENING ECHO OFFICE. East Street. LOST, on Saturday, Jan. 25, between Mr Hay’s paddock and Peteis street, a Gold Chain and Locket. Finder will be rewarded. Apply at the ECHO Office. 303 Extras for wood’s reapers and BINDERS can be obtained from the undersigned. FREDERICK PAVITT, 283 East-street, Ashburton. HAM s’. HAMS. SPLENDID CHRISTMAS HAMS At 2 . ORR & CO.’S ii ' " " " ■■■■■ ■■■ Entertainments. T OWN HALL, ASHBURTON Lessees and Managers—Messrs Hiscock* and Hayman. THE EVENT OF THE SEASON ! Positively for One Night Only. THURSDAY EVENING, JAN. 30, The Great ELLY AND ON’S MINSTRELS. AND BURLESQUE OPERA TROUPE, From their Opera House, 23rd Street, New York, in a series of the FINEST MINSTREL ENTERTAIN MENTS Ever witnessed in the Colonies.



THURSDAY EVENING, JAN. 30, HIS GRACE THE DUKE. Louise Cherington The Only Loon. Admission: —Front Seats, 4s ; Back Seats, 2s 6d. Doors open at 7.30; commence at 8. 288 Public Notices. PUBLIC NOTICE THE Westerfield Mill Road, by Mr. Sargent’s will be Stopped for Traffic until further notice. R. D. PULLAR, Clerk to Upper Ashburton Road Board. December 9th, 1878. 125 UPPER ASHBURTON ROAD BOARD. VALUATION LIST, 1879. PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that the Valuation List for the current year is now completed, and will be open for inspection until the 15th February proximo, at the office of the Board. Any objections to the above List must be made in the form and manner prescribed by “The Rating Act, 1876,” and a copy of every such objection lodged with the Clerk of the Board at least seven clear days before the sitting of the Assessment Court, the date and place of which will be duly announced. ROBT. D. PULLAR, Clerk. Road Board Offices, Westerfield, January 15th, 1879. 267 ASHBURTON ROAD BOARD. VALUATION LIST, 1879. PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that the Valuation List for the current year is now completed, and will be open for inspection until the 15th February proximo, at the Office of the Board. Any objections to the above List must be made in the form and manner prescribed by the “ Rating Act, 1876,” and a copy of every such objection lodged with the Clerk of the Board at least seven clear days before the sitting of the Assessment Court, the date and place of which* will be duly announced. JOHN EDGAR BUCHANAN, Valuator. Road Board Offices, Ashburton, January 15th, 1879. 266 ASHBURTON BOitOUGH COUNCIL. NOTIFICATION OF VALUATION LIST. - t TAKE NOTICE—The Valuation Lis for the Borough of Ashburton is now open for INSPECTION at the Office of the Council, Montgomery’s Buildings, between the hours of 10 and 12 forenoon, and 2 and 3 afternoon. All objections thereto must be left at the Resident Magistrate’s Court, Ashburton, on or before the 15th day of February, addressed to the Assess* ment Court, and a copy of every suci objection must be left at the Town Clerk’s Office not less than seven days before the next sitting of the said Court. CHAS. BRADDELL, Ashburton, Town Clerk. January 14th, 1879. 259