The Ashburton Guardian.

VOL. 111. —No. si;-).l

ASHBURTON. TUESDAY, DECEMBER 27. 1881.

[PRICE-ONE PENNY.

, r PUBLISHED EVERY EVENING.]

CALEDONIAN SPORTS.

An error occurred in our report yester day of these sports. We mentioned McFarlane as having fallen when close to the tape in the Haudicap Hurdle Race of . 440 yards; whereas it should have been'* Betts who fell. The mistake arose from; our confounding Betts with McFarlane throughout the race. ■ The following events were disposed of after we went to ( ‘ t press:— Irish Jig.—McLoughlin, 1; N. Fite* , gerald, 2. j Mile Handicap, Running.—J. Grovei; (scr ), 1 ; T. Spray (20yds), 2 ; T. Stevens (40yds), 3. Butting the Stone (141bs). —S. Smith, I;. Tevendale, 2. ' J Throwing the Heavy Hammer. S.' Smith (78ft 7in), 1; J. Cunningham (76ft 4in), 2. ‘ Irish Reel.—N. Fitzgerald, 1; M. McLouglin, 2. .' Highland Fling.— J. Murray, 1; D. . Buchanan, 2. Best Dressed Highlander.—Geo. Kidd, 1 ; D. Buchanan, 2. Consolation Handicap, 100yds. —F. Betts (syds), 1; R. Lechner (2yds), 2.

MOUNT SOMERS SPORTS.

These annual sports came off yesterday in a paddock near the Mount Somers Hotel, kindly lent by Mr Hood. The. weather was very hot, but notwithstand ing this there was a very large attendance, about 400 persons being present. The programme was carried out in its entirety, and the Committee deserve great praise for the manner in which they discharged their duties. Mr Jenkins had a refresh ment booth on the ground, and'appeared to do a lively business. Appended are the various items, and the results; -

House Races, Mount Somehs Cup —First prize, L 3 ; second, LI 10s ; third, a riding whip. Mr W. Angle’s White Stocking ... 1 Mr J. McLany’s Jennie 2 Mr S. Fergusson’s Wild Rose... ... 3r There were six entries for this event.' We were unable to get the exact distance of the race. After a good start, the', whole lot kept in close company for a short distance ; ultimately White Stock ing forged ahead, and won with plenty to spare. Trotting Race— First prize, L 4 ; second, L2. Mr C. Porter’s Nellie L Mr R. Patton’s Jack 2 Mr R. Patton’s Nellie 3. Eight entered for this event, which resulted in a capital race. • ~ Athletic Spokts. Quoit Match —First prize, 20s ; 10s—T. Fagan, 1 ; L. McGregor, 2. , Eight competitors entered for this match, and considerable interest seemed to be.; centered in the result.

100 Yards Flat Race (Men) —First, prize, 20s ; second, 10s —S. Barrett, 1 ; D. Gilmour, 2. Five entered, and a : capital race ensued. Three-Legged Race—First prize, 20s ; second, 10s —Joyce and Charters, 1 ; Gilmour and Tyney, 2. Three pairs competed, Joyce and Charters winning a good race. Throwing the Hammer —First prize, 20s ; second, 10s—S. Barrett (58ft. B£in.), 1 ; A. McCormack (58ft. 2. Four entered for this event, and some very good throwing was made. Putting the Stone—First prize, 20s ; second, 10s.—S. Barrett (23ft 4in), 1; A. McCormack (22ft lOin), 2. Three entered, but it was easily seen from the first who the ultimate winner would be.

Sack Race, 100 yards—First prize, 20s ; second, 10s. —Stephen Ede, 1 ; Ben. Ede, 2. There were only four entries for this race.

Malf-mile Race. —First prize, 30s; second, 10s.—M. Tyney, 1; T. Fagan, 2. This was a capital race between the four who entered, from start to finish. . Married Womens’ Race —First prize, Washing Machine ; second, lOlbs Roast ing Beef. —Mrs Greaves, 1 ; Mrs Smith, 2. This race brought a field of four com petitors, and it is needless to state that it was run with a determination to win by, all. No little amusement was caused by the eagerness of the contestants. One Mile Race—First prize, 40s; second, 20s. —M. Carney, 1 ; T. Edlin, 2. There were four entries, and a fair race resulted.

Old Mens’ Race (over 40 years)—First prize, pair Tweed Trousers. George Bond, 1; T. E. M‘Rae, 2. Five old settlers entered, and a most amusing race was witnessed, the winner looking as if hei could beat a good few who were one half his age. Running High Jump(men)—First prize, 15s ; second, 7s 6d.—S. Barrett (4ft Sin), 1; J. Modred (4ft 6in), 2. There were three entries for this jump, and the two competitors named above cleared the bar in very good style. Running High Jump(boys)—First prize, 5s ; second, 2s 6d. —G. Greaves, 1; J. Puddicombe, 2. Tossing the Caber.—J. Anderson and A. McCormack equal. Vaulting with Pole —First prize, 20s ; second, 10s.—T. Green (7ft Din), 1; M. Tyney (7ft Gin), 2. There were four entries, and the vaulting was very fair. Pig Race.—Eugene Lorgery and J. Woodland. For this race there were eight entries, and those who managed to catch the pig by the tail were declared winners.

SOUTH RAKAIA SPORTS.

These sports were held yesterday under the auspices of the South Rakaia Odd Fellows Lodge, and it augurs well for the energy displayed that so young a lodge should in so short a time have got up and carried out such a good programme. The weather was perfection, and the proceed ings were enlivened during the afternoon by Mr Geo. McDonald, of Seafield, who played several lively airs on his bagpipes. The same gentleman also delighted the youngsters by giving a sum of money for children’s races, in addition to the amount given by the committee. Most of the events were well contested, and altogether a very enjoyable day was spent by those present, the attendance reaching about 500. Appended are the results : 100yds Flat Race (Men). —H, Tovey, 1; H. Primmer, 2. Running High Jump (Boys'.—Hood, 1; E, Cox, 2. Mile Race.—C. Pearce (40yds), 1; A. Browning (20yds), 2. Putting the Stone. —J. H. Doyle, 1; D. McDonald, 2. Running High Jump.—A. Mangham, (sft), 1 ; J. H. Doyle (4ft llin), 2. Married Women's Kace (75 yards),— Mrs Sheehan, 1; Mrs Glhslihe, 2. ■' A Throwing the Hammer.—J. fl. Doyle, 1; M. Sheehen, 2. ' i Walking Match, 1 mile.—o. Tucker, 1; A. Browning, 2. »

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Auctioneers, Commission Agents, &c. Alfred Harrison, AUCTIONEER, VALUER, COM MISSION AGENT, &c. A<and Sales, Sales of Stock, Merchandise, Furniture and Effects, Pigs, Poultry, and General Produce. -WEEKLY SALE every SATURDAY, at . 12' o’clock sharp, commencing in the Yards with HORSES. BLAND SALES, IN THE ROOMS, AS REQUIRED. Town and Farm Properties entered on the books. No charge unless sold. AGENT for THE TRANSATLANTIC - FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY. Every class of Risks taken at lowest rates. J 287 a ALFRED HARRISON. James Pepperell, H OUSE AND LAND AGENT, Cathedral Square. Christchurch. Houses to Let, and all classes of pro party for sale. 404 c i fcurveyor, Civil Engineers, &c. E. FOOKS AND SOjNS, Architects, Civil Engineers, Valuators, Licensed Surveyors, and Land Brokers, THE TRIANGLE, WAKANUI ROAD, Ashburton. 374



E. Dobson & Son, ENGINEERS, VJ AUTHORISED AND LICENSED SURVEYORS, ; South British Chambers, Hereford Street, Christchurch. 674



W. H. BRISTOW, « UTHORISED AND LICENSED ■J\. SURVEYOR, Rordand Newton’s Buildings, next Selwyn County Council office, Hereford street. V,.. „ 959 c



Hotels. Ashburton Hotel, ; ASHBURTON (Next to the Bridge). TVUNOAN MoKENZIE, late of the I / firm of Mutch and McKenzie, hav ing purchased this well-known and old . established HOTEL, now takes this op portunity of thanking his numerous -mends and customers for the liberal sup port accorded him during his connection -with the,late firm, and trusts in his new undertaking he will meet with a full share 'of public patronage. D. McK. trusts his ;lbng J experience in the trade will be a suf -ficient guarantee for the contents of the cellar, as nothing but the best quality of ' Ales, Wines and Spirits will be kept in Stock; ' 1 - ■ ■ The well-known reputation of the TABLEwiII be fully maintained, under the personal supervision of the proprietor, whOiwill spare no effort in making his patrons really comfortable. r GOOD STABLING. D. MoKENZIE, JSO&' Proprietor. LFORD FOREST HOTEL. ! i*s?ho undersigned having taken the above well-known Hotel, begs to inform his irieiidsi ahd the travelling public gene ■fitlly that they will always find every com post, combined with civility and economy, r-j Wines, Beer, and Spirits of the choicest brands, &c. Good Stabling and Secure Paddocks. JOHN BOWIOK, .i. ■ Proprietor. Transformation!! QUEEN’S HOTEL, CHRIST , OHtJBCH, keep now the best brands only in Liquors and Cigars. C. KNOWSLEY, .331 c Proprietor. Boarding Houses, &c. The A 1 Restaurant. Mrs HARPER wishes to intimate i to .the patrons of her late husband, and the Public generally, that she has taken those Commodious Premises in Tancsei) srKKIET known as the A 1 Restaurant, where SUPERIOR ACCOMMODATION can be obtained by all who favor her with a visit. ■ "Board and Lodging, £1 per week. Board only, 18s per week. Single Beds and Meals, Is each.



Boarding Houses, &c - HOUSE. The undersigned has now OPENED a Boarding House in Tancred street West, and hopes, by strict attention to the com fort of Customers, to merit a fair portion of the public patronage. Note the Address — N. DUFF, VICTORIAN BOARDING HOUSE, Adjoining Victorian Stables, TANCRED STREET. 438 c PRINCE ALBERT BOARDING HOUSE. In consequence of insufficient accom modation at the Echo Dining Rooms, the proprietor has taken the PRINCE ALBERT BOARDING HOUSE, where a good table will always be kept. Meals Is each. Good Accommodation for Boarders and Travellers, at 16s, 18s, and £1 per week, to meet the times. Private Rooms for families. Remember the ad' dress— Chabx.es Tbuckie, Prince Albert Boarding House, Wins street, near the Railway Station. Business Notices. L F 0 R D FOREST. POSTS, RAILS, AND STAKES, Any length, also FIREWOOD, Bft and 4ft lengths, FOB SALE at Reduced Rates, by Cooper Brothers, Delivered in any part of the District. Orders by Post will meet with im mediate attention. 226 a



MISS BUCKIAN, French milliner and dress MAKER, Begs to thank the ladies of Ashburton for their patronage, and to inform them that she has now received the latest Styles from London and Paris. Mourning and Wedding orders executed with her usual taste and style. Ladies making up their own materials can have their patterns cut and fitted at a moderate charge. Also, Ladies’ Riding Habits, Jackets, Children’s Costumes, and Boys’ Suits, with full instructions for making up. Address— MISS BUCKMAN, AITKEN STREET, (Near the High School) Ashburton. APPRENTICES WANTED.



INDENT & 0 0. ’ S Light Family BITTER ALE. Fiest Prize at the Christchurch Show, 1881. This ALE is brewed from the Choicest Malt and Hops, and is guaranteed to keep in eny climate. It has been subjected to the severest tests, and is now acknowledged to be the most wholesome and palatable drink offered to the public. We supply it in hogsheads, barrels, half-hogsheads, and kilderkins, and de liver free in Christchurch and suburbs, or to any railway station in the Canterbury Provincial District. ASHBURTON AGENTS — 261 d JAMESON & ROBERTS. A E L Z B R 0 COACH BUILDERS (Late in the employ of Baker and Brown), Wills street, Next Cookson’s Stables, Beg to announce to the public that they have COMMENCED BUSINESS in the above line, and hope to supply a want which has long been felt. Having worked in the principal shops in Christchurch and Dunedin, combined with five years ex perience in the County of Ashburton, they are prepared to executed Orders in first class style for Buggies, Waggonettes, Wag gons, Traps, Carts, etc., etc., at Moderate Prices. Special attention will be devoted to all Repairs entrusted to their care. Second-hand Buggies, Waggons, and j Traps bought, sold, and exchanged. All work guaranteed. m Estimates given. 860 c DAVIS’S FURNITURE AND BED- DING MANUFACTORY, EAST STREET SOUTH, ASHBURTON. IjTVERY article Sold at Christchurch Prices and guaranteed best of material and workmafaship. FUNERALS CHEAPLY & COMPLETELY FURNISHED W DAVIS, BAST STREET SOUTH, 1 ASHBURTON. 10c



Meals at all hours. Don’t forget the Address— MR S H.AR PE R, A 1 RESTAURANT, Tanceed street, Ashburton. . 88c T) ; A HAMA HOUSE JL (late anstee’s), .. Takoebd street, Ashburton. The undersigned begs to inform the pubid.jthat lie has REMOVED from the Prince Albert Dining-rooms to the more .commodious Boarding-house lately in the ’ occupation of Mr Anstee, where he hopes to.' merit''the same patronage bestowed dtipn -him as heretofore. Goon Bath ' S. LUCAS, Proprietor.



Business Notices. Q S BORNE HARVESTERS AND BINDERS (WIRE AND STRING). The owners of too above and others are informed we have engaged store-room of Mr Thomas Bullock, Ashburton, where we intend, after the arrival of our new supply of Extras, to repair all Binders entrusted to our care, and put them in thorough working order, for owners only. The only charge made will be for the extras and material used, at list prices, payable in cash for delivery of machines. We have two experts engaged for the work, one direct from Osborne’s Factory, who will be glad to explain the working of the Binder to save future trouble to the farmer. Apply early, as time will be limited, and earliest applicants will receive first attention. ROBERT WILKIN & CO., Christchurch. Orders will also be taken for Machines for the coming season. W. T. Davison, Fruiterer, and green grocer, &c., &c., tenders his beat thanks to his Customers and Friends for the liberal support accorded him during the past three years, and wishes to intimate to his Friends and the Public of Ashburton that he has RE-COM MENCED BUSINESS in the Front Shop of the Town Hall, next door to his old shop, and lately occupied by J. Mooar. Fresh Vegetables. Fruit and Con fectionery. Orders left at the shop will be delivered with despatch. Old THE CO-OPERATIVE BAKERY, TRIANGLE, ASHBURTON. A. Thiele Wishes to intimate to his many friends and the public of Ashburton generally, that he has now TWO CARTS running throughout the District, and all orders entrusted to him for Bread, Biscuits, and Confectionery of every de scription, will be promptly attended to. A. Thiele tenders his thanks for past favors, and requests a continuance of public support. First award of merit at the Exhibition A. THIELE. 204 c The standard brewery com pany (LIMITED). BREWERS, BOTTLERS, AND MALTSTERS. Noted for their Strong Ales, Pale Bitter Ales and Harvest . Ales, having erected a NEW BREWERY and Cellars, at the corner of South Belt and Windmill road, Christchurch, are prepared to supply , ALF. and STOUT in bulk or bottle, 1 delivered at any railway station. F. W. HALES, Manager. Address— Standard Brewery Co., Christchurch 694 c



T. R. Proctor, PRACTICAL AND SCIENTIFIC OPTICIAN, Temporary Address — MANCHESTER STREET, CHRIST CHURCH! G37c



S. Phillips, PRACTICAL WATCH MAKER & WORK ING JEWELLER, Begs to notify t 6 his patrons that he has now secured New Premises, adjoining the White Hart Hotel, Christchurch, and has a Splendid Assortment of CLOCKS, WATCHES and JE WELLERY on sale. All kinds of Cleaning and Repairs irell executed, and country" orders promptly attended to, j 511 a



POPULARIS. A UR A SMOKE THE “ Kiwi” Cigarette Acknowledged by all who smoke them to be superior to anything yet introduced. Manufacturedby JUBAL FLEMING, Hairdresser and Tobacconist, City Baths, Colombo street, Christchurch. BRANCH ESTABLISHMENT : Corner of High and Cashel street. UP"COUNTRY AGENTS WANTED. A Liberal [Discount Allowed. SMOKE TJB “ KIWI ” CIGARETTE. Agent for Ashburton— Mp F, CLARK, 375 c Hairdresser. s BRING NOVELTIES, 1881. MISS DUNCAN has much pleasure in announcing the arrival of her SPRING and SUMMER MILLINERY, consisting of the latest novelties in Millinery, Bonnets, Straw Hats in the newest shapes, a beautiful selection of Feathers, Flowers, shaded Silks and Ribbons. In the Dressmaking every satisfaction can be given, as none but an efficient dressmaker kept. Address— PERTH HOUSE, MILLINERY AND DRESSMAKING ESTABLISHMENT (Opposite E. Reece, irongmonger), COLOMBO STREET, CHRISTCHURCH. Orders taken for Photographic Colouring. 696 c E. Gl. Euxton, -m /r ERCHANT TAILOR, TANCRED STREET, Adjoining Fowler’s Buildings. Donald Williamson GENERAL STOREKEEPER, East street, Ashburton, HAS always for sale a large and varied stock, which will be sold at lowest paying prices. Groceries, Wines and Spirits, Iron mongery, Ploughshares, and Drapery, in cluding all requisites of the trade. Men’s and Boys’ Clothing in great va riety, made up to D. W. ’s own order, from Kaiapoi, Mosgiel, and Roslyn Tweeds ; also, Colonial-made Flannels, Serges, and Blankets. D. W. would call special attention to his TEAS, so long and favorably known, and now reduced to 2s, 2s 6d, and 3s per lb. Families waited on for orders weekly. Cash purchasers supplied at wholesale prices. ■ A heavy stock of (Boots and Shofefljin , olgdiag eld celebrated make. 79d



Business Notices. rjOUNTY RIDGING AND SPOUTING FACTORY. S. Hardley, EAST STREET, ASHBURTON. S.H. begs to inform the public that he has imported and fitted up on his premises the necessary machinery for the Manufacture of Ridging and Spouting of all kinds. As this is the only factory situate between Christchurch and Dunedin, and S.H. can compete with firms in these places as regards cheapness and quality he respectfully solicits the support of the Public in the matter of this LOCAL INDUSTRY. Call and get a price list. Country orders receive prompt attention. 800 c Thomas Crompton, WHOLESALE MANUFACTURER OF GALVANISED IRON SPOUTING, RIDGE CAP DOWN PIPING, COLONIAL OVENS KITCHEN RANGES, PORTABLE WASHING FUENACES, CLOSET PANS, LEAD WASHERS, &o. T/f HAS the pleasure of informing his numerous Friends that having Re • \J* moved into his newly-erected and extensive Manufacturing Premises in Armagh Street (Exactly Opposite his old Workshops), which have been fitted up with the most modern appliances for the production of work in the various _ branches of his Business, he is now prepared to execute any order entrusted to him with despateh and and of the best quality of material, and the Lowest Price which it is possible for Steam Power and Machinery to effect. Note the Address— ARMAGH STREET' Near Manchester Street, Christchurch. 283 c Held and Gray, IMPLEMENT AND MACHINE MANUFACTURERS, winners of the GOLD MEDAL at the Melbourne Exhibitionjfor their DOUBLE FURROW PLOUGHS. Vide Jurors’ Report—" Ploughs :In Ploughs there is one i exhibit to which we wish to draw special attention, as being the best, and that is the ‘ Double-Furrow of Reid and Gray, of Dunedin, New Zealand. In finish and con struction it is far superior.” R. and G. further beg to draw the atttention of Farmers to their new and improved Corn and Seed Drills, Broadcast Sowing Machines, 3,4, and 5 leaf Harrows, Tripod Harrows, and Flexible Steel Harrows of new designs, Cambridge Rollers, 20, 24, and 26 inches, Chaff Cutters, with renewable steel cutting plates, Horse Gears for 1,2, 3, or 4 horses, &c., &c. All kinds of Implements Repaired by Experienced Workmen. Fencing Standards Cut and Punched to any Length and Gauge. Agents for Clayton and Shuttleworth’s Traction and Portable Engines and Combines. Illustrated Price Lists free on application to any of our offices at' Dunedin, Inver cargill, Oamaru, Timaru, Christchurch, and at our new premises CAMERON STREET, ASHBURTON. 993 d CANTERBURY BRANCH* ffWA ■n Wi Established 1859. Capital i 1,000,-000 \:/rro fj,7B!UIYOF SIifIRE ffDLDFRS



fjl H E glj fP|R EMIER COLONIAL COMPANY. fFIRE| AND MARINE RISKS TAKEN AT THE LOWEST CURRENT RATES. ASHBURTON AGENTS— Jameson and Roberts. 240 d



Joseph Clark, I Grain merchant,! Ashburton and Tinwald. I Mr Joseph Clark announces to Grain Dealers and Farmers that he has OPENED a Branch Office in Eest street, Ashburton, for the purpose of carrying on the Business of a Grain Merchant, Stock and General Commission Agent. Highest price given for Grain. Storage at lowest current rates. JOSEPH CLARK, East street, Ashburton. 192 c “mAKE TIME BY THE X LOCK” FORE- The circumstances of social life are widely different in these colonies from those at Home, and therefore the colonial market requires different treatment. This fact Eobert Murray, PRACTICAL WATCHMAKER, East street, Ashburton, was not long in learning after his' arrival on these shores, and he at once set his attention upon supplying WATCHES, which, while constructed with every regard to accuracy and reliableness in time-keeping, are also supplied with extra heavy cases, to resist the wear> and tear of colonial life. He has just received an other supply of watches, and invites attention to prices. Celebrated Englisn levers, made expressly for R. Murray, specially suited for colonial wear, with extra heavy cases, all the latest improvements, at LO, L 6 6s, L 6 10s ; higher classes, L 7, L 8 10s, LlO 10s, and Ll2 12s; Rotherhams, L 6 10s. Printed guarantee with each watch sold. Attention is called to the Clocks, Jewellery, and English Plate in stock, and to the fact that all kinds of REPAIRING are done on the premises and G CARANTEED. R. MURRAY’S SHOP is CON SPICUOUS by the “ REGULATOR ” of his own manufacture which occupies a place in his window, and serves as an authority on mean time to the town. Watches free and safe by post on re ceipt of P. 0.0. 730c-960 ; Coffee Palace, No. 1, OLD POST OFFICE, CHRIST CHURCH. j OD. FISH SUPPERS 0 D r STEAKS and CHOPS from the GRILL Every Night. . Open always from 7a. m., till Midnight, e 6d. MEALS 6d. Cup ; of Tea or Coffee S' Cafe au lalt ... • 6 d 64*



Business Notices OTIOE OF REMOVAL. JOHN HARVEY, BOOT and SHOEMAKER, Begs to intimate to hia numerous friends and customers that he has removed into his new Premises, next to the Panama House, TANCRED STREET, jWhere he hopes to merit a fair share of public patronage. j Every description of Boots and Shoes rde to order on the shortest notice. Repairs neatly executed. 199 c F. Furness, piRUITERER AND CONFECTIONER



'■ Pine Apples I STRAWBERRIES : Cherries j Nuts, ; And all other Fruits in Season. REFRESHMENT ROOMS—Tea and Coffee Always Ready. and Saunders’ Build ings. 363 d IT is not altogether a new idea, when business people burst into rhyme in their advertisements. Our grandfathers and grandmothers have read some ex crutiating poetry in advertisements in their time just as we do sometimes now. From an old newspaper dated a while after the Flood, a tea dealer, expatiating ion the merits of his tea, has the follow ing . “ For lords and ladies it is fit; i Seven shillings is the price of it. ” J’m not going to paint the lily or gild re fined gold by attempting to improve on that, but it should be a source of comfort to the tea drinkers of Ashburton and sur rounding districts that they can now pro cure the finest Teas at my establishment for much less money. 1 have just re ceived a fresh consignment of Nelson, Moate, and Co. ’s Pure Blended Teas, in packets and boxes. I have also opened Up an assortment of Fancy Goods, and fruits in variety are constantly arriving, so that my patrons may have plenty to Ichose from at the coming festive season. |l wish all my kind customers a merry Christmas and a happy New Year. H. M. Carson’s New Fruit and Italian Ware jhouse (next Bank of New Zealand), East btreet. Sole Agent for Nelson, Moate, Co.’s Pure Blended Teas. —See ad vertisement and handbills. 3c IN 0 T 0 ' E Thomas Taylor, PASTRY COOK, &c., Manufacturer of Superior Cordials. 1 T. T. having had considerable ex perience in the manufacture of the above in the Old Country, can with confidence recommend them to his numerous cus tomers and friends. Those who wish to treat themselves will please give their orders early, as Christmas time is so near, and T. T. being very busy preparing for it, I shall also have a large assortment of Cakes, specially made for Christmas, and as everybody knows what my Cakes are, they therefore ‘require no comment.



i In order .that the public may suit them selves and oblige me, please give your jorders early. J All orders punctually attended to. |Cqrdi4Lß Wholesale and Retail. 295 d Sporting, Athletics, &c. WINSLOW ANNUAL RACES AND SPORTS. MONDAY, JAN. 2, 1882. President, E. G. Wright, Esq., M.H.R. ; Vice-President, J. L. Carter, Esq. ; Judge of Horse Races, M. Stitt, Esq.; Judge of Athletics, Jas. Wilkie, Esq.; Starter for Horse Races, J. Carter, Esq. ; Starter for Athletics, W. Cuthbert, Esq. ; Clerk of the Course, A. Sturgeon, Esq. ; Clerk of the Scales, C. P. H. Jephson, Esq. ; Committee —G. James, F. Lewis, F. Williams (Treasurer), R. D. Pullar, Davidson W. Hanks, W. Hicks, P. Commons, P. Journeaux, G. Grice, C. P. H. Jephson, W. Harris, J. B. Rogers (Secretary). HORSE RACES. 1. Handicap Hurdle Race; If miles, over six flights of hurdles, 3ft. 6in. Nomination, 10s; acceptance, 10s. Prize, 12 sovs. 2. Winslow Cup (Handicap) ; 1£ miles. Nomination, 1 sov.; acceptance, 1 sov. First horse 20 sovs., second horse to save his stakes. 3. Trotting Race (Handicap); 2 miles. Nomination, 5s ; acceptance, ss. Prize, 5 sovs. 4 Maiden Plate; 1 miles; weight for



Sporting, Athletics, &c. 8. Egg and Spoon Race, 150 yards, spoon to be carried in the teeth, hands in pocket : entry, Is; Ist prize, 15s ; 2nd prize, ss. 9. Vaulting with Pole : entry, 2s ; Ist prize, 20a ; 2nd prize, 10s. 10. Single Women’s Race . entry free; prize, goods to the value of 15s, gived by Messrs Strange and Foun tain, Christchurch. 11. 220 Yards Flat Race : Ist prize, 40s ; 2nd prize, 20s. 12. Running Long Jump : Ist prize, 40s; 2nd prize, 20s. 13. Men’s (over 40 years) Race : entry, free ; prize, goods to the value of 15s, given by Ballantyne and Co., Christ church. 14. Consolation Race: entry, Is; Ist prize, 20s ; 2nd prize, 10s. Also a number of toys and useful articles will be given for children’s Sports during the day. RULES FOR ATHLETIC SPORTS. 1. No one allowed to compete unless a resident in the County three months prior to the Races. 2. Three to start or no race. 3. The entrance money for Nos. 1,2, 4, 6, 7, 11, and 12, will be 10 per cent, on amount of first prize. J. B. ROGERS, 320 d Hon. Sec. jyj-ETHYEN SPORTS & RACES, TO BE HELD ON MONDAY, JAN. 2, 1882. HORSE EVENTS. 1. Tilting at the Ring. To commence at 10 30 a.m. First prize, £2 ; second prize, £l. 2. Hurdle Race, 2 miles ; not less than list ; over eight flights of hurdles, 3ft. 6in. high. First prize, £lO ; second prize, —. To commence at 12 noon. 3. Methven Cup, 1£ miles ; not less than 10st. First prize, £lO 10s; second prize, 4. Trotting Race (handicap); 3 miles; not less than list. Nomination, 5s ; acceptance, 6s. First prize, £1010s; second prize, —.



RULES. 1. Subscribers to the funds of 10s can enter for other 10s. 2. Nos. 1 and 4 open to the county ; Nos. 2 and 3 confined to the district. 3. No horse permitted to compete for Nos. 2 and 3 that has won over £5 6s of public money. 4. All horses must be owned in the district three months prior to the races. 5. Any horse breaking in the trotting match must pull up immediately and turn. 6. Nominations close on 24th Decem ber, acceptances 31st December, and handicaps will be published on 27th December. 7. No protest will be entertained unless 10 per cent, of first prize be deposited with the Secretary, which will be for feited if, in the opinion of the Committee, it proves frivolous. 8. Entries for Nos. 2 and 3 to be made with the Secretary on or before 31st December ; any entries after that date, 10s extra. 9. District : Old Rakaia Road Board district, along Thompson’s Track to Spread Eagle, and north of Boyer’s Station. ATHLETIC EVENTS. Open to the County. Ist prize 2nd No. £ s. £s. 1. 100 Yards Men’s Race... 2 o—l 0 2. Hop, Step, and Jump ... 1 o—o 10 3. 200 Yards Men’s Race ... 2 o—l 0 4. Putting Stone (16Ibs) ... 1 o—o 10 5. Dancing Highland Fling 2 o—l 0 6. Quarter Mile Plat Race.. 3 o—l 10 7. Vaulting with Pole ... 1 o—o 10 8. Running High Jump ... 1 10—0 15 9. Tossing Caber 1 o—o 10 10. One Mile Flat Race ... 3 o—l 10 11. Throwing the Hammer (161bs) 1 o—o 10 12. Irish Jig 2 0-1 0 13. Quarter Mile Hurdle Race 3 o—l 10 14. Standing High Jump ... 1 o—o 10 15. District Handicap, 220 Yards Cup—l 10 16. Three-legged Race ... 1 o—o 10 17. Sack Race 0 10—0 5 RULES. 1. Entrance money, 7J per cent, on amount of first prize. 2. Three to start or no race. 3. In all events the decision of the Committee to be final. 4. Entries to be made on the ground, G. HEMINGWAY, 365 d Hon. Secretary.



rpHE PUBLIC TRUST OFFICE. GUARANTEED BY THE STATE. Although this office has been in exis tence for a period of more than seven years, it is believed that the objects for whichit was established are not sufficiently understood. It is desired to set forth in a concise form information respecting the business which this office undertakes : 1. The charge of all kinds of money trusts, such as Marriage Settlements, moneys to be invested for the benefit of Minors, moneys bequeathed for charitable objects, moneys the title to which is in dispute, or whose legal owner is unknown or cannot be found, &c., &c. 2. The administration of the wills o persons who by appointing the Public Trustee as their executor secure the guarantee of the State for the due fulfil ment of their wishes, and to avoid the risk consequent on the appointment f private persons as executors, who not un frequently, though earnestly desirous of acting for the benefit of parties interested, fail to carry out legally the objects for which they were appointed, and conse quently involve themselves and those whose interests they are striving to pro tect in costly and harassing litigation.



age ; entry, 10s. Prize, 5 sovs. 5. Consolation Pace ; 1 mile ; entry, 10s. Prize, 5* sovs. RULES. 1. No one allowed to enter a horse un less a subscriber of half a guinea to the the funds ; should the prize be £2O or over, to subscribe one guinea. 2. All horses to be owned in the County three months prior to the races. 3. Three to start or no race. 4. Any horse who breaks in the Trotting Race to be turned round before starting again. 5. No protest will be entertained unless £1 be deposited with the Secretary, which will be forfeited should the same, in the opinion of the Committee, prove frivolous. 6. No one allowed to train a horse on the course one week before the races, under penalty of being disqualified. ATHLETIC SPORTS. 1. 100 Yards Race : Ist prize, 40s ; 2nd prize, 20s. 2. Standing High Jump : Ist prize, 40s; 2nd prize, 20s. 3. Three-Legged Race, 150 yards: entry, 2s ; Ist prize, IBs ; 2nd prize, ss. 4. Men’s Hurdle Race, 440 yards, over six flights of hurdles, 3ft high : Ist prize, 40s ; 2nd, 20s. 5. Sack Race, 150 yards : entry. Is; Ist prize, 15s ; 2nd prize, ss. 6. Running High Jump : Ist prize, 40s ; 2nd prize, 20s. 7. One Mile- .Flat Race ; Ist prize, 60s ; 2nd prize, 30s.



3. The administration of all estates of which no disposition has been made by will, whenever relatives do not wish to in cur the responsibility of administration, or cannot from any cause obtain the neces sary powers to act. In such cases it is the duty of the Public Trustee to discharge all legal debts so far as the assets extend, and divide the residue amongst the next of kin. 4 The administration of the estates of lunatics, lunatic patients, and convicts. 5. The charge of all lands lying waste and unoccupied of which the owner is un known, or who has been absent from the colony for ten years, having left nc known agent. The coat of administering estates is very small. Information may be obtained from all •agon ta. ! R. 0. HAMERTON, 39a Public Trustee