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Oamaru Mail, Volume IV, Issue 850, 6 January 1879, Page 3

BUSINESS NOTICES TERMINUS HOTEL l_/ (Immediately opposite the Railway THOMAS RICHMOND, Proprietor. Since the present Proprietor took possession of this Hotel, extensive improvements have been effected by re-furnishing its suites for families, ami largely extending its Bedami elegant, has been introduced into its suites,, aud -lib economy has been studied in making its' Bedrooms what they are now admitted to be—lofty, airy, and replete with: comfort. The Culinary department is conducted by one of artistical skill. Luncheon on the table from 12 till 2 o'clock. Dinner waits the arrival of passengers by the Express Train fiom. the South till half-past 6 p.m. Travellers by rail wr.y will find this Hotel—both at the time of their arrival in and departure from the city, owiugtoits.proximity to the Railway Statiou—moro convenient for them than any other Hotel in Christcuurch. A Porter will be in attondancc on tho arrival of Trains, to take charge of luggage, have it conveyed to the Hotel, and rice versa. A ■ new Billiard Room has also been recently erected and attached to the Hotel, which, for its extent, decorations, and completeness is at present unequalled in New Zealand. Four of Alcock's finest Exhibition Tables have been imported from Melbourne for this maguiticent roam, in which lovers ot the game may luxuriate in the midst of all the improved appliances and comforts known to modern art. The Proprietor will bestow special attention in his selection of Wine 3 for this establishment, and only the best will be supplied. Of Spirits, English and Colonial Ales, only the best approved brands, will bo kept. Care will be taken that the staff of servants employed at this Hotel will be only those who are founds prompt and ready to bestow that attention to their wants, together with the full measure of civility which they have a right to expect or. demand. Travellers leaving the Hotel by early Trains will be called in due time, aud Breakfast on the table for them at any hour required. The luxury of Hot, Cold, and Shower Baths may be enjoyed at all hours. The present. Proprietor—Mr. T. RlCHMOND—having perceived a want in this portion of the City, has resolved to supply ; the desideratum by opening—in the New : Shops' attached to his Hotel—in Manchester- . street, a RESTAURANT, Where Meals may be had from 7 a.m. till 8 p.m. for ONE SHILLING, In order to suit the convenience, of all Glasses of Travellers, Hot Dinner from 12 to 2 pm. 922

GREAT TRIUMPH OF 'CORMICK'S SHEAF BINDERS OVER ALL OTHERS. At the Paris Exhibition, the M'Cormick Machine was awarded the only GRAND PRIZE given in the Agricultural Department. At the Trial held under the auspices of the Royal Agricultural Society of England at Bristol, August 6th: Decision of tho Judges—M'CORMICK'S SHEAF BINDER fulfilled the conditions of the Society, and was awarded THE GOLD MEDAL. At the Riccarton Trial, January 24th, 1878, three fourths of tho farmers preferred the M'Cormick' Reaper and Binder, and were prepared to give their unsolicited verdict in its favor. At the Kaiapoi Trial, February 7th, 1878, the FIRST PRIZE, given by the Farmers' Club, was awarded to the M'Cormick Machine. At the Oamaru Trial, February 27th, 1878, THE GOLD MEDAL Given by the Northern Agiicultual and Pastoral Association, Oamaru, Otago, was awarded to the M'Cormick Machine. At the Ashburton County Trial, at MetV ven, on March 6th, 187S, the FIRST was awarded to the driver of the only M'Cormick Machine present in competition with Twelve Machines of another make. At the Public Trial, held under the auspices of the Otago Agricultural and Pastoral Association, at the Grange, Taieri, on March 16th, 1878, the thirty Judges appointed were unanimous in awarding the FIRST PRIZE TO THE M'CORMICK MACHINE. Our season's stock of the above Machines is now being landed here from the E. C. Bushnell, from New York, and being nearly all disposed of, early application is necessary to secure one of the above really first-class Harvesters. Apply to NEW ZEALAND LOAN AND MERC ANTILE AGENCY. CO., LIMITED, [OAMARU. 899

> EAPERS AND BINDERS. ON SALE, Ex Olustee, and arriving per Charles Deering, hourly expected. HARVESTER KING AKD MARSH HARVESTER, By Gammon and Deering. These celebrated Machines, now brought to the highest state of perfection, have, during the last season, been remarkably successful in America, and are found to surpass all others in Lightness of draught, combined with strength Simplicity of construction Freedom irom breakage ■•-• - Rapidity and excellence of work. The Binder is undoubtedly the most simple and efficient yet made, and the travelling bars are a decided improvement on canvass or rubber bands. The Agents specially solicit the inspection of intending purchasers, and are prepared to supply the most ample testimony in favor of these Machines. HASSELL, SON, AND CO., . Acents FOE Oamaku. 802 NEW ZEALAND LOAN AND MERCANTILE AGENCY COMPANY (Limited) are prepared to make Liberal Cash Advances on WOOL and GRAIN placed in their hands for sale in either the London or Colonial Markets. ON SALE— Best CALCUTTA CORNSACKS (hand. sown, full weights) FENCING WIRE, Nos. 8 and 9 MALDEN ISLAND GUANO. Indents for Goods undertaken on the mo»t favorable terms. . For further particulars, apply at the Company's Stores, Wansbeck-street, adjoining the Railway Station. Oamaru. January, IS7 • 6W