DAILY MEMORANDA

MEETINGS, AMUSEMENTS Etc TfiCBSDiY) November 25 Oddfellows’ Hall—The Great Pink Pearl at 8 o’clock Friday, November 26 Dramatic Society— Meeting in the Odd fellows’ Hall at 7 o’o'ock Monday, November 29 fcwoagh Council, at Borough Council Chamber* at 7.30 Saturday, December 4: Wakanni Road B «rd—Monthly meeting at the Board’s office, Moore street, at 11 am. .

RAILWAY TIME TABLE

Tbaihb Arrive at Ashburton —From Christ huroh and the North, at 10.15 a.m. (express), 4.35 p.m„ and 7.10 p.m. From Timaru, 19 45 a.m. From Dunedin and South, p.m, (express). From Mount Somers, 10.5 *'*l RAINS Leave Ashburton —For Ohrist- Shuroh and North, at 7.10 a.m., 10.55 a.m., and' 5.37 p.m. (express). For Dunedin and Bontht 10.25 a.m. (express). For Timaru, 4*46 pJU. For Mount Somers, 5.5 p.m.

THE ASHBURTON GUARDIAN.

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MAIL NOTICES.

Mallß close at the Ashburton Pout Office For Ghristchurch and North at 6 a.m 0.30 a.m., and 5 p.m., daily. j For Ohertsey Rakaia, &c, at 10.30 a.m and 6 p.m. daily. For Dunedln.Tinwald, Winslow, Hinde, Joldstream, Rantritata, Orari, Winchester, «id Geraldine, at 10 a.m. daily. For Temuka, at 10 a.m. and 4.30 p.m Cor Timara and South, at 10 a.in., and 130 p.<n., dally. _ , , r.* < :-eenstreet, on Wednesdays and e, i 10.45 *.m. i. j»nui, Elgin, Seafield, nd Kyie, on Tnesdays, Thursdays, and tnrdavs, at 6.30 a. m. For Vfonnt Somers, daily at 4.30 p.m ■.» •-i ? „ * Rt.apnin, on Mrin i,j .i 4.30 p.m. *, f 'ax- on and LonuWifch, 4 . . diaij. For - d a -..tton, on Mondays, Wednefc *ay ß , and at 430 p.m. For Newlands, on Tuesdays and at 10.30 a.ro. BfaJla arrive »t the Ashburton Poft From Ohristchurch and Bakala at 10.15 .m., 4.35 p.m., and 7.20 p.m. From Ohertsey, &c at 10.15 * and ,35 p.m. daily. , From Dunedln *nd Intermediate places 5.3° daily. ►From Temuka and Timaru at 10.40 a. m p 5.30 p.m daily. From Greenstreet, Wednesdays and Saturdays, at 10 *.m. From Mount Somers, dally at 10.5 From Mayfield and Ruapuna, on Wed oesdays and Saturdays, at 10.5 a.m. From Aahton, Waterton, and Long each at 10 a.m. daily. From Newlands, on Tuesdays and FrJ days, at 2.30 p.m. From Flemlngton on Tuesdays, Thurb days, and Saturdays, at 10a.m.

The Ashburton Guardian. Magna est Veritas et Prevalebit. THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 1886. THE PRISON GATE MISSION

No more thoroughly Christian enter prise can be accomplished than that of raising the fallen, for those who are engaged in endeavoring to restore their erring brothers and sisters are in the highest degree fulfilling the benevolent purposes of the Great Master who came “ to seek and to save them that are lost.” And there are none who need a helping hand so much as those who, having offended the laws of their country, are sentenced to terras of imprisonment, as on their release from gaol, it is a matter of the greatest possible difficulty for them to obtain honest employment, and were it not for the good offices of the charitably-dis posed they would find it absolutely impossible to recover theit footing. Those then who in this colony, as well as at Home, have formed organisa tions whose special duty it is to seek the welfare of dischaiged prisoners are deserving of the highest honor and should receive the hearty support of the whole community. In New Zealand the history of the first year’s operations of such an organisation, “ The Prison Gate Mission,” lies before as we write. From this we gather that the Mission, of which Lady Jervois is the patroness, was begun in the month of January last by Mr and Mrs Reffles, under the auspices of the Blue Ribbon Gospel Temperance Union, and aided by the Women’s Christian Temperance Union, and was carried on very successfully, and in a great measure by their own exertions until October, 1885, when, by their request, a Committee of ladies and gentlemen were invited to super intend the work of the Mission. That work consists in the first place in meet ing all discharged prisoners both from Lyttelton and Addington Gaols at the prison gates, and offering them a home until they can find employ ment, or obtain means to join their friends in Canterbury or elsewhere. It has been “the aim of the Committee,” we are told “ to seek both the spiritual and temporal welfare of the inmates,” and it is pleasing to learn that “many are the encourag ing and grateful letters received by the Matron and Secretary, from men and women who have been helped and blessed, both in soul and body, during their stay in the Home; In some cases money has been remitted in small sums as some acknowledgment of the benefit received.” A correspon dent, who takes a great interest in the work, writes, —“ All who come out of the gaols —both men and women —are brought to the Home and kept till work is obtained, and though we have many hard ens (some of those we have to deal with being the lowest of the low) yet I can truthfully say that many men, women, and boys, who have been taken in hand by the Mission are now leading industrious, honest, lives. Some of these were such deplorable objects that one almost lost heart at the sight of them, but love, kindness, and Cod’s grace, wrought upon them and gained their affections,” and thus led to their reformation. Of the extent of the good work done by the Mission some idea may be formed from the fact that during the year over 100 inmates have been in the Home, whose stay has varied according to circumstances and that eight of these have been helped away to various places in the Colony, at an expense of had to be specially raised.” This last statement is an indication that those who have the conduct of the operations of this valuable Mission are somewhat straitened for lack of funds, a state of things which is further demonstrated by the fact that whilst the amount spent during the year was 13s yd, the total amount of subscriptions received was only 14s iod. This would have left the Mission considerably in debt but for the fact that two members of the Committee have generously lent to its funds, free of interest, the sum ofj£»s each. The Committee say that they hope to be able to so conduct opera tions during the coming year as to bring the expenditure within the income of the Mission, but they earnestly appeal to the public for a more liberal support, without which “ this effort to help a class so much needing help will have to be much curtailed or even given up.” It is pointed out that “What is required is fixed subscrip tions, however small, as these alone

enable the work to be carried on systematically and without incurring debt,” We heartily commend the claims of this noble enterprise to the support of the whole community, as the work is one which should command the sympathies of men and women of all classes, without distinction as 'o race or creed; and we sincerely hope that not a few who peruse this article will forthwith determine to give such assistance as they can afford—be it much or little—by enrolling themselves among the subscribers of the Prison Gate Mission, THE MAYORALTY ELECTION. Contrary to what appeared to bo th general expectation, the contest for the Mayoralty of Ashburton resulted in wba would bo described in racing parlance as an exceedingly close finish, and a win for Mr Sealy by a bare nose. Both candidates have served their apprenticeship to Borough affairs as members of the Council, and both are estimable cltizans, and we suspect that with many bargees* s on polling-day the prevailing sentiment was that of the ancient rhyme— How happy I could be with either Were t’other dear charmer away. But if ’a miss be as good as a mi x,'’ so also a majority of one is as . ff>ctu 1 as a majority of a thousand. and accord ingly Mr Sealy is the elect of the people. We congratulate him upon bis new honors and we feel rare that wo may also con gratulate the Borough upon having elected to the office of Chief Magistrate a gentle man who will In every sense be an honor to the position. At the same time we cannot help feeling that it is almost time Councillor Harrison, who has now sat at the Council Board for six years, as against Mr JSealy’a three, and has now I four times contested the Mayoralty. ' were given a turr of office, au wa think he should not be discouraged by ' the result of iho poll, but that on the contrary he should take heart of grate and try again next year, when, in all probability, success will at length reward : his efforts. And here, as the prejent is the ninth mayoral elec ion In Ashburton, : a recapitulation of the history of t:e Mat oral chair may not be out of Ashburton was gazetted to the status o f <* municipality on the Ist of August, 1878, and in September of that year Mr Thomas Bullock and Mr Donald Williamson were candidates for the Mayoralty, the first named gentleman being successful, polling 111 votes to Mr Williamson’s 49. in November of the same year Mr Bullook was again returned, this time nnopposed In 1879 Mr Hngo Friedlander and Mr Joseph Ivess contested the chair, the former being returned by 91 votes to 84 In 1880 Mr H. Friedlander was re-elected unopposed, and in 1881, and again It 1882, Mr Donald Williamson had a waik-over. In 1883 Mr Harrison ch>l lenged the seat, and polled 86 votes, Mr Williamson being returned for the third time by a majority of 26. In 1884 Mr Harrison was again a candidate, polling 71 votes, but was defeated by Mr Rudolph Friedlander, who scored 136. In 1885 there were three candidates, Mr R. Friedlander being successful with 83 votes, as against 44 polled for Mr Harrison and 34 for Mr D, Thomas, and this year (1886) the figures were Mr T. Sealy 100, Mr Harri son 09. It will thus be seen that on the present occasion Mr Harrison polled both absolutely and relatively a greater num her of votes then on any previous occasion. It will also be noticed that there have been in nine mayoralty elec tions four unopposed returns, and that .he total number of votes polled at each lof the five contested ms was as fol'rwa, viz.—lß79, 175; 1883, 193; 1884.207; 1885 16 ; 1886 199.

LOCAL AND GENERAL.

The comedy of “ The Great Pink Pearl ’ will be performed at the Oddfellows' Hall this evening. A letter which has been received in Ashbur ton from Kimberley has been placed at out disposal. We will publish some extracts from it to-morrow. Special attention is directed to Messrs Dimant and Coe’s advertisement in our columns, having reference to a most liberal distribution of elegant and useful works of art which are at present being exhibited in the windows of that firm’s establishment, East street. A meeting of the County Council and Borough Council was held yesterday at 2.30 p.m, at the County Council offices, Ash burton, to elect two members for the Charitable Aid Board. Present: Messrs D. Thomas and 0. Reid (Borough Council) and W. C. Walker (County Council). Moved by Mr Thomas and seconded by Mr Walker, "That the chairman of the County Council and Mayor of Ashburton be appointed mem bers of the Charitable Aid Board.” —No other members being proposed, the presiding officer, Mr F. Mainwaring, declared these two duly It is reported in America that Mrs Grant’s share of the proceeds from the sale of General Grant’s ‘ Memoirs ’ already amounts to £130,000.

Writing of Thomas Hall an exchange says :—lt is reported that in gaol he has got a good appetite, works with a will at the pick and shovel, singing at times to himself, and is always in the best of spirits, as though at peace with himself and all the world. He is a perfect enigma to the warders. Tuapeka, or Lawrence, seems to be the favorite place for Ministerial deliverances, for we observe that Sir Julius Vogel is likely to visit that place to-morrow, and has promised Mr J. 0. Brown, M.H.R., that if desired, and bis health permits, he will deliver a short address.

The Wellington correspondent of the Press telegraphs “Itit is understood that active negooialions are in progress among leading members of the Opposition party for a re construction 0! the party and its programme on a different basis from that of the last two sessions, and that there is likely to be a distinct accession of political activity shortly after the New Year.”

Captain La Patourel, who acted as aide-de. aamp to the Marquis of Normanby during the whole of the time that he was an Austra lian Governor, has been appointed to the rank of honorary major of the Second Brigade Cinque Ports Division Royal Artillery, fto Army and Navy Gazette believes this is the first occasion on which the services of an officer <d the colonial regular army have been recognised by the Imperial military autho rities. Captain Le Patourel was for many years in the Permanent Artillery of New South Wales.

A coming marriage in high circles, will, I hear, says a London correspondent, be remark able for the introduction of its historical costumes. Bride, bridegroom, bridesmaids, and, in fact, all the personages who will attend the ceremony, are to be attired in dresses re calling (he successive aspects of English life. The costumes are being made in London, and a large sum is mentioned as their probable cost. The yearning for the men and manners of “ days of old ” is a curious feature of to day, and evidences of it are to be perceived both in the “ Church and the world.”

Says the Haivera Star of November 11; A huge waterspout was seen this (Thursday) morning about a quarter to eight o’clock at Manaia, opposite Mr Beach’s farm, travelling at the rate of about thirty miles an hour in a westerly direction. The "form of the spout could be traced far up into the black clouds which overhung. It assumed the appearance of a long cable, considerably thickened at the top and bottom, and.wasßwayed about in the centra by the wind. There must have been violent commotion where it joined the sea, for the water could be seen plainly at a distance of four miles, like a heavy cloud of dust, for a height of about 200 ft, above whioh the sharp line of the spout was clearly defined.

A very fine fish, weighing 121ba 2oza, which is believed by the capturer to be a true salmon, was caught by Mr Joseph Higgins, in the Hutt River, near the bridge, a few days ago. The angler used an artificial minnow as a bait, and,Rafter three quarters of an hour’s sport, landed the fish without net or staff. The fish is to be submitted to Dr Hector for his opinion.

THE MAYORAL ELECTION.

THE EL.rCi’LON.

A good deal of Interest was displayed in the cu . teat, and, as the s-quel proved, the vot s we*e very fairly divided. Shortly before seven o’o'ock h i ***ucci ing Offi: 'f. M- 0. Bred ( -.dt, nan uuch the rosn!: to no as f.-llow? : Thom s ■ o 1y ... 1' 0 Alfr d H.-rneon ... 99 Majm 'y for Stodv ... I Mr Sody returned hank-* to the elec tors for plan ng him at the head of the poll, for, although the majority a sinal! one, still it was sofficten to decide th contest. The burgesses had mustered in force o record their votf a, and this he lo ked upon aa a very healthy rign, for it. showed f’ftt the ratepayers took an Interest in the affairs of the town. He hoped t ist if any personal matters had been imported into the election they would now be forgotten For his part he had h»d no ill-will against any of his opponents, aad he had only desired to attain the position of Mayor He bad every respect for those burgesses who voted against him. for they had voted in accordance with their conscience. He desired to express his thanks to those who had vote! for Mm. and also to those gentl-m. n who had worked on his behalf He would always faithfully acquit him so'f of the dudes appertaining to the high office t • which he had been elected. Mr Harrison desired to say a few words. He was quite satisfied with the result ; for the email tnajori y by which he had beet beaten showed that the mere t accident might have coised the outcome to be very dfferent He hop >d the newly-elected Mayor—he was now speaking as a burgess—would turn out to be good and ttne From personal knowledge of that gentleman, he ha I no doubt ha would In times such as these It required a man at the be»d of affairs who was a strict econo v ist. and although Mr Sealy and himself had differed in opinion over the loan proposal recently, he knew that in many ways he had retr-nohment at heart, and he might be sure that he (Mr Harrison) would assist him to the best of hia ability In any case where economy was proposed. He would be glad If Mr Sealy’s year of office saw the return of prosperity to the distr c . Mr Harrison concluded by expensing his thanks to those who had voted him. Tnree hearty cheers were given fir Mr Harrison by those p-es<*nt, and, with his 'ead, a s mllar compliment was accorded Mr Sealy A. vote of thanks to the Returning Officer toiminated the proceedings

M CKLANDr November 5

The Mayoral election at Onehun a yesterday resnTed in the return of D Bcott 'Che numhe a were- Scott, 140 ; Wilson, 63; m jority forS ott 77 At Newton Borough the Mayoral con - test resulted as follows ;—R. Warnock, 188; F Hastings, 118; majority for Warnock, 70 Wellington. November 24

Mr Samuel B wn hr* been elected Mayor ; numbers B r i wn 864 ; Christchurch, November 24

The r ! war a clone contest a f the <jl'y Mayoral elec I'm to-day. The resu't was the rotu-a of the present M yor Mr A. Ayers, bw a in j ‘rifcy of five, the numbers bein 'A' srs. 636 ; 0 Louiason, 631. The St. thins election was equally close, and resumed in the re-election »f Mr Bu I ’.

At Lv-r.elton ’Jr ila>Ty Allwrigh' was returned by a good ni jor;tv Tim\ku, N'*vembe- 24 Mr Jonas has been returned, beating Mr Jackson by 32 vo f ea Dunedin, Novenab-.r 24

Mr R. H. Leary hue bsen elected Mayor of Dam din beating Mr Carroll by 193 votes.

OTAGO A. AND P. SHOW

Dunedin,



; 'ho Otago A and P Association’* Metropolitan Show this ye»r was opened to day, and promises so far to be the beat yet, held. Hornet and catt'e were judged ■c-day. Consld ring the extra charge made, fi’e attendance was fairly good. The following championship certificates were awarded :—Shorthorns, best bull of any age, F. Menlove, Alvie’a Earl of Brunswick III; best cow or heifer of any »ge, J. Dean’s, Flower of Brunswick V Polled Angus, best bull of any age, N.Z and A.L, Co, Patricius, 1; best cow or heifer of any age, N Z and A.L Co, Maggie Lauder, 1. ayr'hires, best bull of any age on ground, K. B. Fer guson’s Tahnna; beat cow or heifer, A. and J. Maofarlane’s Verbena. Alderneys —Best bull, Oadzow's Sit George ; best cow, John Mitchell’s l izzie. In sheep the special prize of £2O for the largest pn‘z ■- taker was secured by the Hon M. Holmes Mr Teschemaker took the pbarapipn certi ficate for both ram and ewe in fine comb ing merinos, Mr Johnston taking certifi cate for the beat ewe strong combing Mr A Murdock took both championships for Leicester*, and Hon M. Holmes for Lin colns. In Sonthdowna Mr G. G. Russell took the championship for rams of any age, and Mr J. Deans for ewe In fat sheep the principal pr zaa fell to S. Gar for h. To-morrow Sir J. Vogal visits the Show.

Dunedin, November 25

The Otago Agr cultural was onn tinned to-day. The weather keeps fine, though a strong breeze is blowing. The attendance la up to the average. The judging of the horses is proceeding. In raoghta Gawn’s Lord Salisbury wa« adjudged the best entire, beating M.'- Pheraon MoNab’s Laird of Ki boarde, G. Mitchell gained first £o" thi ee-year-old entire with Surrender, It took first at Oatnaru as a twcryear.-old, '' he entires «re reckoned a splendid lot. Alters close competition the first pr z' was given to T. Stevenson with Blue Kibbon. In thoroughbreds Le Leap was first, Sir Qaraet second, and Gorton third.

THE CAIN CASE.

H ILL OHAhGf.D ITH MURDER.

Timaru November 25.

Hall will he hrought up at the K.M. 0 "irt, on Mon' ay charged with the

moH-r of Captain Cain. •t is understood i hut important n-w evidence will be ad uoed.

CRICKET

AUST ‘ALIaFS v. OTAGO

Dunkdin, November 22. The cricket match * ustraliaus v V>tago twenty-two —was cmc'udud thiß afternoon tha visitors wiuning witi blx w ckets to f>il. The weather was fine, but the at tendance was poor. The battmg of the Australians w*s much superior to their batting ou ih<* drat day. and bat for his eagerness to make the winning hit Jones would hava carried out his bat. The fielding of the local team was, on the whole very poor, the bowling being the only re deeming feature. The following are th« so)ren:Otago—Firatlnni«<gs63 seco >dl6B, total 221; Australians—Pitat innings 60, >second innings W. Bruce, b Hope ... 32 I G. K Palmer, c Spring, b Hope ... 1" J. W 'rumhie, b Turubull 52 S. *•" J nis, o K t. 45 . S J <v , « • - u 20 J. Ai<lw ib, not oa. 0 Byes ... ... ••• ••• 2 .Leg-byes ... ... ... ... 1 Total 162 Graud X ti! 22 Hope toot t«v.i wuket* iur 22 ru" ; Kit one f-r 10 ; f'urnbull one for 17 vS Frith 45 ru"- ware scored, EewiU 24, VV*. 1-, 15, MjFariaup 17, and Dtxot; 9, without taking a wicKct. Dunbois, November 25. Giffan is too ill to travel and remains here a few days. AUSTUALU S f v. CANTERBURY CHKisron.'RCH, November 24 TM fo.l vii g 8 have b en pscke . ;o play t>e .Übtr -itana on Knciay : .iiiitoo (cuptrtiL), Ash y, <arn*s, C * - shav, E Cott rill. W. Ootienli, Ctff, Dunlop, Focke, Frtth, Haily, Ha?maD, Lr.iuhuan, Mathias, Kayuer, ayl r, Wheatley, and Wndine.

A SHOOTING CASE.

Baweha, November 25. At the K.M. lou t to-day John I-avid Maclean was char ed with shooting at Frederick Itadale, with intent to roomer Prosecutor's statement was to the follow ing * ffect :—“ I know prisoner, He lives on part of my property, situated near Bavera. Tnero are two dwelling houses on the property. One is occupied by my self, and one has b en oconpied by pri soner. p e was in our employ when he first went into occupation of the house He has been out of regular employment for a month or more, but has assisted in shearing. The house he occupied is about half a mile away from McLean’s On Thur day, bßth, I saw prisoner about eight o’clock in tne morning Pro-on r came up in an excl'ed manner, took me by the arm, and said I had seduced his wife. I replied that he mast be mad He then said he would shoot me or 1 would shoot him—that he would give me two days to live. He said his wife had iold him I had done so. I then offered to go with him to his wife, and said she must be mad He said if I went over I w aid not leave the pLos. I inferred from that that he meant ha would s mot me. He told me that he h*d my gun loaded. He then want away. He was very much excited. Ha had oorrowed my tun five r six months previously. I saw him oommg across the paddock in the evening, about five or six, with a gun. Ho was on f ot, I was on liorsebaok. He came mt ■ the paddock where 1 was. I kept in the padd- ck. He proceeded along the pad dock a little way an i then fired at me. I was just about turning when he fired, le was about 60 yards off I rode aw»y. He lay down, and I slackened pace, and rode in the direction of his house, with the intention of going to town I thought I would go to the p -hoe. 1 did not see any more <‘f him I charged my mind b *nt going to town It was getting rather d >rk, and I urried n-und ami went ou of lh» pad uck b- theg<.te I had cone in at. I‘hen observed him gong <oward» my house, slid Pavin' the gnn with him As I had seen him near my house, 1 though it better to keep away. I did not c.mie back to my house at nub” Witness positive!' denied that he h.d acted as pii ooer a leged. Evidence wa also given taat later the same evening ha challenged iho pr-n-e. mot's brother u mis'ako for pro-u-c t 1 and that he >O‘o the brother he would shoot Ireaale. Wt.ro arre-ted ho admoted to the police that he m ended t< sheet fredalo, and -ai<i that if he hi sum bred l edaie on the eventt? • of ‘.he 18 h, he would have shot him and then h*ve comm tted suic’de. He w.n'td about Ir.-daie’sho <e -tead till late on 18 h lust, and nex 1 : day

trie gun was found loaded ia one cartel wll ir ba 1.

The c tbo was not concluded when the Telegraph uffi-e ola.-ii.

INTERPROVINCIAL NEWS.

Woodville, November 24. The charge against Bali, for Indecently assaulting some children in the Anglican Cimroh vestry, has resulted in bis being committed for trial. Chkistcuurch, November 24,

To-day Mr Bee ham, R.M., dismueed with costs the appeal of the N ,Z. Trust and Loan Company, against the Pro perty Tax Commissione r The Company objected to pay tax on £35 000 interest tra- emitted to London. Mr Beetham held that as tha money was collected in tne colony it was liable to taxation Ddseoin, November 24

The majority of the City Council baa aaain refused to discuss retrenchment, re fusing to deal with questions of importance under Mr Barnes aa Mayor. Seven Coun cillors left in a body, tearing the Mayor without a quotum. At a meeting of delegates from the country A. and F. Associations, bel l this evening, about forty were present, repre senting eleven socletiea. A resolution was passed that the farmers resist the charge of allowing 2£ per cent discount on grain, and that all bags be paid for or returned The City Council met this evening for the third time to consider the report on the gasworks and retrenchment, and for tne third time bad to adjourn owing to the want of a quorum., A larg« crowd of ratepayers attenotd, and the feeling was so strong among the lat'er that the Mayor had to send for policemen, but the crowd subsided, and the meeting was adjourned. Three of the miners on stiiko at Kai tangata, Cou ts, McMmn and Me Vie, were to day charged wiih various illegal acts calculated to provoke a breach of the peace. The case arose "at of a teoent demonstra tion against the manager. Contts was fined £1 and costa, and ordered to find sureties to keep the peace for s x m. n he, and the other two men were fined in eimiiar amounts. The fines were p-id.

METHVEN

A. largely-attended mee ing to mako arrangements for holding the annaal sports arid -acet was held at the Methven Hot-1 on Monday eveni' g. Apologies iVr non-attendance wtre received from Mr J. Jackson and ntnera Mr R. Patton wr,s voted to the chair. Toe sec etary of the Ls' sports meeting read the statement of accounts, which showed a small deficiency, and, after discussion, was unanimously adopted It was unanimously resolved to hold the sports and races this year as usual, and a large and influential committee was app dated to carry out the same. A number of gentlemen were elected officers, subject to their consenting to adept their respective offices. Sub committees were appointed to draft a programme, and select suitable ground tor the sports, to report as the next meeting. As New Year’s Day falls on Saturday, considerable discussion ensued as to the advisableness of holding the meeting on the Friday previous or Monday after wards. Ultimately it was resolved to postpone further consideration of the question nntd Monday next, the.29ch instant, t > which date the meeting was adj earned. Daring the evening a subscription list was nandei round, and a substantial sum was pr mised oy present. Judging from the interest taken i the inaugural ■n.ieti-ig, the -ahe-mg of 1887 should be second to none of its predecessors.

SPORTING.

AUCKLAND SOMMER MEETING.

Auckland, November 24,

The following weights have bean de clared for the uodermeutioned events of the Auckland Summer Mooting :

FLOODS AT RANGITATA.

A meeting ot persona effected by the recent floods in the Bangitata was held on Saturday evening. Toe chair was occupied by Mr Kolleston, M.H.R , who in opening the meeting brieflly explained what had been done in connection with the matter. Government in response to an urgent telegram, had sent Mr Lowe to report. The following extract from the repot t would seem to intimate that Government did not feel themselves responsible for damage done below the bridge Mr Lowe was of opinion “ that the turning of the river into the north channel could be effected without much difficulty ; but to maintain such deviation would be costly, and it appeared to him that it would relieve the settlers on the south side to the injury of those on the north side Although those settlers were in a minority they had as much right to be considered as those on the south, and if the river were turned art ficially, the persons turning it would be responsible for any damage thit might accrue from its being so turned. He considered the only plan was to protect the banks where th » river breaks ou', and as these were entirely below the >ailway at present, he had not advised the Government to undertake the work ” The Chairman furtl er intimated t at the legal course to pursue would be ihe appointment of a Board of Conservators, but that this would cause considerable delay. It was for ttie settlers there to express an opinion on the subject and consider what had better be done It was ultimately resolved That, before further act on i' taken, t l- ® Minister for Public Works be re quested t ■ supp’y, for the information of settlers interested, a copy of the report made by Mr Lowe, and to state whether any action would be taken for the relief of settlers ”

ADDISGTON LIVE STOCK MARKET.

The Press reports as fo lowa of Wed nesday's mar-et Pitiriy large entries of stock were yarded The attendance of buyers was about an average one. The su p!y of fat ra'tle consisted prlocpally i f alters and he-fers from the North Island, n< t more than a third of the entry heiDj locally owned. The demand was not very keen, the qoie' animals of oar own proaace fetching i.igher prices accord ing to weight thin the sea-borne cattle. S eers sold at from £6 5s to £8 10a; heifers from £5 to £7 2s 61, bai.ig from 20s to 23s per ICOlb. A moderate number of store tat.le yarded, demand was pretty middling, with littm or no alternation in late reported values ; threa-year-old steers sold at £4 10a per bead ; some two-year olds at £3 ; two-year-old heifers sold at from £2 to £2 lls ; yearlings from 20s to 27a Fat Sheep—A fairly good entry «>£ all qualities, dear and not very keen. Values ruling very low. Heavy crossbred wethers s dd at 10s 3d,, 11a 3d, 12s 6d, and a few very exceptional weights at 17a 3d. Medium weight wethers, 7a to 9s. Cross bred ewes from 5• to 9s. Merino wethers, in the wool, 12a 9d : do shorn, from 5s to 6a Sd, being an average of about per lb. Store Sheep—A fairly numerous entry, demand not very active. Shorn hoggets low. at from 3t to 4s 34. A few other lines of aged sheep at lata Biles. A moderate entry of fat lambs sold pretty well, values ranging from 6s to 9s 9d. A small entry of pigs met with a better market than of 1-ite.

THE ASHBURTON GUARDIAN, THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 1886



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Wanted. ANTED a (JOVr in milk, to Hugo FRiEOLANDEa Apply 11 156 WANTED the Public to inspect a grand assortment of New Season's Tea and Sugars of all grades, at prices to suit all classes of purchasers.—Jas. McGregor, Tancred street. FURNITURE— To meet the times, W. DAVIS, Cabinetmaker, East street, Ashburton, is now selling Furniture of all kinds cheaper than ever. Chest of Drawers, £1 5s ; Spring Couches, £1 ss. Every other article equally cheap. All new furniture at second-hand price. 804 WANTED KNOWN.—Washing and jiiangling done either by the day or dozen. Mangling 2d per dozen.—Mrs Ketill, Northwest Beit, AUenton. 880 inCT"ANTED known that W. »» has a quantity of Potatoes Baylis for sale cheap; quality guaranteed. Also, a prime lot of Bacon and Hams. IT 164 JUST OPENED —Choice assortment of New Spring Drees Stuffs, Prints, Millenry, etc. ’• he cheapest House in town for first class goods. Dressmaking on the premises. H. C. Skgbrs, Mel ford House. Special Advertisements. C HAWKINS, Bootmaker, Tinwald, , has just received a good assortment of BOOTS AND SHOES for the Summer Season, all of which will be sold at prices not to be rubbed out in Ashburton. Early call solicited. 11°99 ■\X' r ANTED KNOWN VV . that MRS STRIBLING HAS REMOVED from old premises in Burnett street (next to the Arcade), to the PANAMA BOABDING-fIOUBE, TANORi’ii) STREET (Lately occupied by Mr Lucas). 8°537 NOTICE. ALL Persons owing Accounts to the late Andrew Dawson, junr., are requested to pay the same to David Thomas, at the office of H. Matson and Co., Ashburton, and all accounts due by him must be sent in before the 21st December for payment, otherwise they will hot be recognised. 11 32 AN DR EW DAWSON. caution to poacheks. IN consequence of eo much Poaching of Trout from the Lr.umt.or C.veks I hereby give n tice that anyone found so doing will be prosecuted ; and further, that "a reward of £2O will be pa : d to any person who will give such information as shaO lead to the conviction of such offenders. DONALD McLEAN, 11°36 Lagmhor; CENTRAL HOTEL. I T W. MoRAE having taken the above (tl a Hotel, solicits a share of patronage 5 from the people of Ashburttm and sur rounding districts. Best Brands of Wine’s [ Spirits and Beers. Good Stabling —Feeds, One Shilling. , Horses and Buggies to let on hire at ’ prices to meet the times. I For the convenience of travellers hansom cab will meat all trains. TO STAND THIS SEASON AT ASHBURTON, And Travel the Surrounding Districts, t The Thoroughbred Horse, 1 Kingfisher. For Pedigree see cards. Terms—For one mare, £3 3s. A reduction will be made for three or more mares, the property of one owner. [ First class paddocks for mares at Is per 1 week. . Groomage fee, ss, payable at first 1 service E. COOKSON, Proprietor, 9J736 Livery Stables, Ashburton. MOUNT SOMERS COAL COAL CAN NOW BE AT THE ABjVE PIT. PIT. ♦ FOR SHILLINGS PEB Or in Ashburton at SEVENTEEN SHILLINGS PER By the Truck. TON, TON, For CASH OjnLY. E. F. WRIGHT. MESSRS TUCKER AND RESTBLL Agents in Ashburton. 10*913 NSW ZEALAND CLOTHING ; factory TIHE NEW GOODS FOR THE SUMMER SEASON ARE NOW OPENED OUT. The Stock is THE LARGEST & BEST SELECTED IN THE T‘ >WN, And the variety of Style and Patterns in Men’s, Youths’, and Boys’ Clothing •eaves nothing to be desired. Thousands of Men’s and Boys Suits, newest styles. Trousers and Trousers and Vests manufactured of New Zealand Tweeds. Every garment warranted shrunk Overcoats, Waterproof Coats and Leggugs , in great variety Hats, comprising every new style worn Children’s Jersey Suits, Children’s Men i of-War Suita I Gentlemen’s Hosiery, Scarves; Oxford r Aegatta and White Shirts Rugs, Portmanteaus, and Travelling Bags i The celebrated WERTHEIM SEWING ) MACHINE. Time Payments. i N.Z. CLOT TUNG FACTORY, East Street,



MRS MANHIRE, ANCY GOODS WAREHOUSE, Saunders' Buildings, East street. Ladies' and Children's Clothing in great ariety. Paper Patterns in stock and designed to order. Special Lines in Aprons and Pinafores. Jb^. MUSIC. "B.S A. C. CLARIDGE is prepared to receive PUPILS for PIANOFORTE an<T ORGAN Terms on A PP llca £° n Q Cox street, Ashburton. f 6 WESTGATE & B^TES, rFrom G. Elliott, Chrißtchurch), ISHMONGERS AND POULTERERS OYTBTER SALOON, Tanoked street, Ashburton. N.B.—We are now receiving daily Fresh Fish of the best quality. 964 WAKANUI ROAD DISTRICT. ROAD PROPOSEDTO BE CLOSED. I HEREBY give notice that In accord ance with section 94 of the Public Works Act, 1882, -the Wakanui Road Board propose to close that Hoad in •tfakanui Survev District which com mences at the southernmost corcer of l« S 26460, and extends north westerly to the Wakanui Creek, and that the pan showing tbe said Road is open for public iDFpectioa at the Wakanui Road Board Office. MURDOCH BRUCF, 070 g Chairman. * - £ c..HGqs, COLDS Bronchitis V ~ BMt, v'oryza, Itfluenz*, Con :'n!'lV COMPOUND OF LINSEED, . ! J o 0„„;il Tr>ln &.C. with OhlorodyDe. AY'S COMPOUND, a demulcent expectorant, for Coughs, Colds, and Cheat Complaints. 17" AY'S COMPOUND, for Couahs, and Golds, is eqaally serviceable for Horses and Cattle. \j Articles, Sold Everywhere. Sole Makers:—KAY BROS., Stock ort, England. WILDING AND LEWIS, (ARBISTERS ANi> CjOIIUITORS. F. WILDING, Notary Public. Offices: Next "Mail" Office, Barnett-st., ABhbutton. Mr will attend the sittings of the Ashbar'On Courts on Tuesday and Fridays, and may be consulted personally on these days. The firm Is now represented in Ash burton by Mr Clayton, an English Solicitor of considerable experience, who will be In daily attendance at the office to receive insttnctlons »nd confer with llents. *IOBO



Victoria House. HOLIDAY SEASON, 1886-87 SECOND ANNUAL GIFT DISTRIBUTION, comprising elegant Works of Art, in Bohemian and Bulgarian Painted Vases, Glass Water Jugs, and Crystal Flower Stands, &c GIFT COUPONS now being issued to Purchasers. DIMANT AND COE, GENERAL DRAPERS, CLOTHIERS, &c., Corner East and Tancred streets, Ashburton.



Special advertisements. Gr. L. Beath & Co. £IOOO O 8 0 D sth ANNUAL DISTRIBUTION OF CHEISTIAS GIFTS Friday, November 12th. ON AND AFTER FRIDAY every Customer will re ceive a Ticket with each Purchase, entitling the holder to select any Present of the value stated on the ticket, whcch will amount to about one-eighth of the purchase money. G. L. BEATH & CO, Argyle House, CASHEL STREET, CHRISTCHURCH. AND FARM AND STATION REQUISITES ORR & ALCORN IMPORTERS. REMOVAL OF THE ASHBURTON BRANCH OF H. J. WOOD AND CO. (Late T. F. Farley) to FRIEDLANDER’S BUILDINGS. WE beg to advise our valued cus tomers, the commercial and general public of Ashburton and sur rounding districts, that, having taken the lease of the large and commodious pre mises, formerly the drapery establishment of Messrs Friedlander Bros., next the corner, we have opened there with a large and well-assorted stock of BOOKS, COMMERCIAL & GENERAL STATIONERY, ACCOUNT BOOKS, &c„ To which is being added on the arrival of every direct steamer the very latest NEW B '‘'OKS and NEW MUSIC out. Subscribers supplied with English, American, and Continental Newspapers and Magazines immediately on arrival of Mail. Special attention is given to all orders for Bookbinding, Printing, Engraving, and Lithography Specimens on view. Special Discounts allowed to Library and School Committees. Catalogues and Lists on application. WRITING, PRINTING. & WRAPPING PAPERS IN ANY QUANTITY. Any Book wanted which may be tem porarily out of stock will be immediately procured from our Christchurch Establish ment, the stock of which is one of the largest and best assorted in the colonies ; or from our London Agency by direct mail steamer. H. J. WOOD & CO. Booksellers, Stationers, Printers, and Bookbinders, STATIONERS’ HALL, ASHBURTON. iMessrs SPENSLEY & 00. having ap po nted us their Agents for Ashburton and Di trict, we have pleasure in calling atten tion to our large and well assorted stock of Sheet Music, comprising the latest and most popular Songs, Dances, and Piano forte Solos. Teachers and others will find a useful assortment of the most approved Methods and Studies for Pianoforte Prac tice and Singing. Pianos by celebrated makers, which may be either purchased on the deferred payment system or hired for any length of time. Violins, Comets, Flutes, Accordions, Corcertinas, Har moniums, Organs, and Brass Instruments F J. WOOD AND 00,



TO STAND THIS SEASON AT NETHERBY FARM, ASHBURTON, And visit the surrounding neighborhood, The Thoroughbred Stallion Johnny Faulkner. Pedigree : He is by St. Albans, out of Impudence, by Peter Wilkins, out of Prudence by Jersey, out of Black Sail by Wanderer, out of Fairy (imp.) (For tabulated pedigree see cards.) Terms : £lO 10a for thoroughbred mares. £5 5s for half-bred mares. Also, the Thoroughbred Stallion Rouser, By Messenger, out of Kate O’Shane, Will stand at Netherby Farm, and travel he districts of Ashburton, Methven, Mount Somers, and Alford Forest. Terms: £3 10 ; guarantees, £5 ss. Season, Ist January, 1887. Guarantees, Ist Juiy, 1887. L MARKET, 9635 Propriotr t COAL. COAL. COAL. WE are Now Landing SPLENDID NEWCASTLE (XML, second only to Westport Coal for heating pro perties, but far more economical. Will be Sold at Lowest Rates. MoCALLUM & CO., TIMBER MERCHANTS & IMPORTERS, East street. 10841 BIRTH. Fkirdlander —On November 241 h, at Wheatlunds, Burnett street, Anhburton, the wife of Hugo Frledlander, of a daughter.



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