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Press, Volume VII, Issue 778, 27 April 1865, Page 1

TO THE ELECTORS OF THE RAKAIA DISTRICT. GENTLEMEN,— The resignation of Mr. Ross having caused a vacancy in the representation of yonr district in the Provincial Councfl, I beg to offer myself as a candidate. My long residence in Canterbury, and the relations which I have had for a considerable period with public affairs, lead mc to hope that I may worthily represent you in the Provincial Legislature. I may say that such abilities as I possess shall, if you elect mc, be devoted to the duties attaching to the post in which I now ask you to place mc, and that I am prepared to work zealously and unremittingly for the present and future welfare of Canterbury ; I should also, at all times, be ready to give my best attention to the especial claims of your district, with which circumstances have afforded mc opportunities of becoming well acquainted. I shall, by waiting upon you personally, be enabled to inform you fully of my views on public questions generally. I am, Gentlemen, Your most obedient servant, E. C. J. Stevens. Christchurch, April 5,1865. 4-5 TO THE ELECTORS OF THE RAKAIA DISTRICT. GENTLEMEN,— Having been requested by several influential Electors to come forward as a candidate for the seat in the Provincial Council vacated by Mr. Ross, I beg to offer myself for election. Should you do mc the honor to elect mc I trust that the experience gained during my long residence in the province may be rendered useful to you. I am, gentlemen, Your obedient servant, Fbancis E. Stewabt. Christchurch, April 3,1865. 4-4 TVJEW ZEALAND INSURANCE COMPANY, 1\ FOR FIRE, MARINE, AND GENERAL INSURANCE. Notice to Holders of Fire Policies falling 30th instant. Renewal premiums must be paid on or before 30th instant. : The new quarter commences from Ist May. Full information on all subjects connected with the business of this Company can be obtained on application to Mb. E. C. Latteb, Akaroa; Messes. Beswick A Biboh, Kaiapoi; Messes. J. White Se Co., Kowai; Mb. J. J. Loe, Leeston. Or to the Agents for Canterbury, J. M. Hb_wooi> A Co., 4-27 Lyttelton and Christchurch.

,».. ' ' Public Works Office, r -"'■' . ~ C-risteh-rCh; April 24,1865. HONOR THE SUPERINTENDENT directs the publication of the following Tenders received for the Erection of a Telegraph Office, Lyttelton, for general information :— A. Weastell £96 0 0 England Bros „ - 107 10 0 Wm. Styche 150 0 0 The Government accept the tenders of A. Weastell, at £96. Johk Hah., 4-27 Secretary for Public Works. WANTED —A Blacksmith, accustomed to quarry work. Apply at the Hook Hay Qua_bi_s. ' 4-27 WANTED— A Man who can milk and attend to a small garden, with a of rough carpentering. Apply to C. S., office of this paper. 4-27 WANTED— A Situation as Storeman, by the Advertiser, who is thoroughly acquainted with the business; writes a good hand. References given v Apply to E. H., office, of this paper. 4-27 oShiWWr FOR MELBOURNE, VIA OTAGO. mHE SWIFT AND POWERFUL STEAMSHIP HERO, Thos. Log-ah, Commander, Is appointed to sail for the above ports THIS DAY" (THURSDAY), APRIL 27, At 4 o'clock p.m. For freight or passage apply to Miles A Co--4-27 Lyttelton and Christchurch. ' Ekd ob this Day's A_>v_b_lß_i__b_s FOR W____INGTON, NELSON AND SYDNEY. mHE PANAMA, NEW __S___AND, AND AUBJL T_-ALIAN ROYAL MAIL COMPANY'S STEAMSHIP OTAGO, Wtt.t.tav Sbcxxh, Conunander, Is appointed to sail for the above ports on SATURDAY, APRIL 29, At 12 o'clock noon. For freight or passage apply to MrxßS A Co-, 4-25 lyttelton and Christohureh.