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South Canterbury Times, Issue 2819, 6 April 1882, Page 3

Miles Arclicr and Co. Messrs wiles, archer and CO. will Sell by Public Auction, by (instructions from B. H. Rhodes, Esq., at their Sale Rooms, Strathallan street Timaru, on THURSDAY, APTIL 13. At 2 o’clock That Magnificent Estate known as SHERWOOD, The property of R. H. Rhodes, Esq., comprising about 2030 Acres, subdivided, into HANDY FARMS . The position is all that could be desired, being ADMIRABLY SITUATED half a mile to three miles from the Sale MAKIKIHI RAILWAY STATION, thus commanding both the Timaru and Oamaru Markets. THE GRAND QUALITY of (the land is well known, being of the richest in the district, well watered by numerous running creeks, is improved by judicious farming, is all in thorough good heart, and fit for IMMEDIATE PROFIT. MOST LIBERAL TERMS, viz., 10 per cent, cash, 10 percent, in 1 month, 15 per cent, in 1 year, and the balance on mortgage for 8 years at 6 per cent., or buyers can pay off portion or the whole during the term. . Lot I—B2 Acres, level, with two road frontages and permanent stream of good water;' two years in English grasses, with well-kept gorse hedges. A good opportunity for cattle dealers. Lot 2—240 Acres, securely fenced; under rape, now being fed off for wheat; having a northern aspect, with deep rich soil, and a-perma-nent supply of running water. Two road frontages. Lot 3—300 Acres) Securely fenced, Lot 4—280 Acres j &c. Lots—About 450 Acres (the Homestead) divided into 8 convenient paddocks; live fences and good water supply; 300 Acres four years in English grass, balance in rape. Comfortable 7-roomed House in thorough repair ; 6 Acres Plantation and Orchard ; a Stable and Outbuildings ; an excellent Woolshed of the best material, and suitable for a large granary. Lot 6—145 Acres, securely fenced ; under rape, now being fed off for wheat. Lot 7—About 157 Acres, divided into 6 paddocks ; all in English grasses, with live fences and a good dwelling house. Lot 8—278 Acres; two road frontages ; good fences ; permanent water; with commodious 4-roomed House, 10-stall stable,men’s hut, and farm outbuildings.

We can confidently recommend the above to investors or to farmers looking for firstrate improved land in good heart. For soil, climate, and position this Estate is unequalled in South Canterbury, and has yielded the heaviest wheat crops in the district. Intending purchasers can view the Farms at any time previous to the Sale on application to Mr J. Burke, at the Homestead, 2 miles from Makikihi Station. Sale plans and all particulars can be procured at our offices, Christchurch and Timaru. MILES, ARCHER k CO. Public Notices. St. MARY’S CHURCH. GOOD FRIDAY— Services .. .. 11a.m. „ .. .. 3 p.m. „ .. .. 7,30 p.m. EASTER DAYHoly Communion .. 8.30 a.m. Matins and Holy Communion ~ .. 11 a.m. Evensong .. .. 6.30 p.m. HENRY W. HARPER, Archdeacon. ON-ACCORD CARRIAGE WORKS, Latter Street, (Opposite Lynwood Hotel). Buggies, Spring Carts, and Carriages of all descriptions built to order. All kinds of vehicles repaired and repainted at the shortest notice and in the most improved style. , ARCHD. FRASER, Latter street, Timaru. '^^o^cTradpßMyTuYßßS. TO BE SOLD A BARGAIN The MARSTON PROPERTY, a complete Suburban Residence and Five acres of land just inside the Town boundary of Timaru, is for sale at a Low Price, but if not sold before the 22nd of April, it will then be withdrawn. J. T. FORD & CO. AUSTRALIAN GRAIN AND PRODUCE COMPANY, (Late McGregor, Gordon and Co.) 82, Bourke Street West, Melbourne RECEIVE consignments and make advances equal to 75 per cent. New Zealand value f.o.b. upon Oats, Wheat, Barley, Flax, Grass Seeds, and every description of Produce, for sale either in Victoria, the London, cr foreign markets. HARRY C. BLDERTON, Manager and Auctioneer.

V. B. NEW ZEALAND EAILWAYS. HURUNUI-WAITAKI EAILWAY. TIMARU STATION, PASSENGER BUILDINGS CONTRACT. WRITTEN TENDERS will be received at this Office until Noon of TUESDAY, the 25th April, 1882, for the above contract. They are to be marked on the outside “ Tender for Timaru Station, Passenger Buildings Contract.” and addressed to the Hon the Minister for Public Works, Dunedin. Telegraphic tenders, similarly addressed and marked, will be received if presented at any telegraph office by Noon of the same date, provided that written tenders are lodged at any District or Resident Engineer’s Office by the same hour. Drawings, specifications and general conditions may be seen on and after sth proximo, at this Office, and the Public Works Office at Christchurch, and Railway Station at Timaru. The lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted. By command, W.N. BLAIR, Engineer in Charge Middle Island. Public Works Office, Dunedin, March 24, 1882. LANG HAM HOTEL. (Late Morton’s Commercial Hotel) HIGH STREET, CHRISTCHURCH. THE Proprietor of the above Hotel, with a view to meet the requirements of the Public generally, has had the whole of this large and commodious establishment thoroughly RENOVATED and RBFURNISHED. Commercial men especially will find every comfort and convenience, combined with ample sample rooms. The attention of business men engaged during the day in the city is particularly drawn to the LUNCHEON ROOM, where every delicacy of the season will be provided at the most moderate charge. THE CUISINE DEPARTMENT is under the superintendence of a professional cook of great experience WINES, SPIRITS, & OTHER LIQUORS of Pn.) best brands obtainable from local met rants.