TO CORRESPONDENTS.

Another David. — 'I he letter you refer to did not appear m this journal.

The Ashburton Guardian. Magna est Veritas et Prævalebit. TUESDAY, JUNE 14, 1887. EDUCATION.

The report of the Inspectors of Schools throughout the colony have been published, and as might have been anticipated there is much of interest m them. As, however, the report dealing with the North Canterbury district more immediately concerns our readers, a few extracts from it may not be out of place. At the end of the year there were 148 schools supported or sub sidised by the North Canterbury Board of Education. As m former years it was found impossible to complete the examination of the whole of the series of schools by the end of December, but the percentage of passes for the dis trict, estimated on the roll-number of schools examined, is 38-61, the per centage of failures is 29-16, the per centage on class|ubjects 44-6, and the average additional marks 542. A number of tables are given showing tVe summarised . results on pass subjects and, commenting on these figures, the Inspectors say: — " It is impossible to base on these figures an accurate con clusion as to whether the education of the district has advanced or retrograded m the past year. We can only express our belief that much good work is done, and that, if the general condition is not all we should like to have it, the less successful teachers have erred more through misdirected effort than through neglect. In any comparison with results ol the preceding year there are the fol lowing disturbing elements — fi:st pro portions are altered by the systematic purging of rolls immediately before the examinations ; secondly, the number of the exceptions or disregarded cases of inability to pass a higher standard is not equivalent to the number repre sented under the previous-existing rule; and, thirdly, the conditions of passing are different. In illustration of these facts we may point out that the roll number of the five largest schools, as shown on the examination schedules, is less by 411 than the return of the previous quarter, where as m 1885 the corresponding difference is not appre ciable. Again, m the same schools m 1885 22 children were represented, and m 1886 only 135 were excepted. In oiher words, there were m the former year 5 per cent of disregarded cases as compared with the roll-number; and 9 per cent as compared with the sum of passes and failures ; while m the latter the corresponding proportions are 2*6 per cent and 4 per cent respectively. In regard to the conditions ot passing it may be sufficient to state that, although a knowledge of history is no longer exacted for a pass from each individual, little latitude is allowed under the new regulations m respect of the remaining subjects. It is, speaking generally, no easier now to obtain a pass than before, and m cases where more dependence has been placed on the memory of the child than on the cultivation of his other faculties it is possibly a matter of greater difficulty. Arithmetic and grammar are elevated into more important positions relatively to the whole, and m these subjects skill and thought, as contradistinguished from accumulation of knowledge, cpo stilute the main elements of success."

A remarkable case wag that of Police v Gallagher, heard at the R.M. Court yesterday. There were throe charges a^alhst the acoased, viz,, that he had been drunk and disorderly, that he had resisted a police oonstablo m the execution of his duty, and that he had damaged the uniform of the said constable The case foe the ptasecuHon was very dm (lap to that m all others of theaotk, with the exception that the number of witnesses called was more tban ordinarily large and their examination and cross • examination oond noted with » greater, degree of minuteness. Their testimony briefly sum marised was this : Tho accused was undoubtedly drunk, he made a great ooioa, and gave much trouble when arrested. Tha tir^t witness called for the defence was the constable who was m charge of the watphhoU3e when Gallagher arrived iv custody at the police station This man awore that the accused was perfeotly aobor, that he was treated with great roughness — perhaps brutality would be the better terms. Goner ally, bla evidence was ihit an Innooent man had been locked|up, and that he had been 'übjccffl to indignities each ai people

had been aooustoraed to regard as the lot of only Siberian cxileß and other such un fortnates. It can readily be Imagined « rut evidence such as this would cau?e a sen* satlon ; and there wera very fevr persons" In Court yesterday who were not stag gered and astounded by the evidence* given m the accused Gallagher's favor by a police constable. He admitted never having drawn the attention of anyone m authority to what, if his etory ia true, undoubtedly was a most serious matter but Bald that he was " half-frightened " to do so " being a new man here." It was remarkable, h wover, that the accused himaelf did not Bpeak Dearly a? strongly ia regard to the matter of illtreatment as did- his friend tha c mutable ; and Is it not strange that a man alleged to be the subject ot a moßt brutal knocking about, should not remembor at least aa much about the oiroumstancas as a by atandei 1 The result of the oaae was, that after a protraoted hearing, Gallagher was oonvioted on two out of the three charges brought against him, but tho amonnt of the fines and costs was almost immediatdly subscribed by the persons m Court, a great many of whom disagreed with the verdict. Several charges which were alleged against the arresting constable formed the subject of a departmental enquiry last night

LOCAL AND GENERAL.

Tho English and European mail via San Franoisco closes at Ashburton on Friday next at 5 p.m. Money orders must be procured before 10 a.m.

Members of the Ashburton Football Club are reminded of the praotice to take place to-morrow afternoon on the Domain Ground, when it is hoped a good muster will attend.

Great preparations are being made for the 1 forthcoming military and fancy dress ball.; We understand that the Committee have arranged to pitch a large marquee to adjoin the hall for the purpose of a supper roorut The whole of the back part of the hall will be thrown into the ladies' dressing room, -while the upstairs room will bo assigned to the gemlemeD, The Btage will bo reserved for spectators, of whom a large number are expeoted. The volunteers are practising a grand march, with which it is intended to open the proceedings, and as both ladies and gentlemen will take part m this, the various fanoy dresses and the uniforms will look very well, and it should, indeed, be a grand eight from an onlooker's point of view. The tickets, which were only issued on Friday, have nearly all been disposed of, and as the Committee iatend to limit the attendance to 200, it is advisable that those wishing to attend should furnish themaeveß with tiokets at onoe.

The Now Zealand Loan and Mercantile Agency Company, Limited, has received the following cable message from London, dated 10th June :— Wool—The sales progress firmly. For superior greasy merino the market is unohangod, while medium and inferior greaßy have deolined *d per 1b sinoe close of laßt Bales. Combing washed has also declined Jd per Ib. The following descriptions have deolined £d to Id per lb :— Merino clothing, washed and sooured, fine washed and fine Bcoured orossbred, also coarse crossbred. JPor fine greasy crossbred the market is easier. Market unchanged for merino lamba, except faulty, for which description prioes are easifir t wi»Bhea orossbred lambs' wool has declined Id per lb. Up to date 28,000 bales have been Bold.

Our correspondent writea : — A general meeting of shearers of tho AUord Forest district was held m the Schoolroom on Saturday evening last, and although the heavy rain kept away many from a distance, the meeting was very hearty throughout^ Mr W. T. Chapman was voted to the ohair" and read out all the correspondence received, together with the general rules. The latter were most carefully considered. The chief disoussion was on the rate to be fixed for shearing, which was fixed at 163 8d per 100 or 2d per head for clean sheep ; no dagging to be done except it be paid for separately. The questions of double banking, wages of reuseabouts, rules, and engaging through the head offioe were each fully discussed, and ita was decided that any member of the Union failing to secure a shed should be supported from tho general funds. A Committee of four members to aot as referees m each shed and decide on the just merits of the case. A strong wish was expressed that fair play to master and man should form the guiding spirit of the Union. The eight houra' move ment was loudly applauded, that is with a proviso as to wet daya beibg made up for as far as possible. The hours fixed for shearing were from 5 a.m. to 5.30 p.m. Mr Muirhead pro* posed, and Mr T. Fagan seconded, that Mr W. T. Chapman aot as delegate to the Oamaru Conference on Tuesday, the 14th inst. Carried unanimously. Ninety-five per cent, of all shearers have already joined the Union.

. A well attendod meeting ol the ABbburton Jubilee Committee was held last evening m the old Borough Council Chambers, Mr Fur nell m the chair. A quantity of corroa pondence re sohools attending procession, trades demonstration, etc, was read and con sidered ; also telegram from Mr W. 0. Walker, M.H.R., regarding Bohool children being oarried free on the railways. The final de cision on this matter has not been yet given by tho Government, but the Minister of Public Works promised that only the very lowest fares, possible would be charged. — Secretary was instructed to reply tUanking the Gas Company for their promise to supply coke for roasting the bullook, and tar for the bonfire. —It was arranged for all the sohool children attending the procession and sports to have tiokets issued them to entitle them to re freshments.—lt was arranged for tha commit tee to meet every night this week m Borough Council Chambers, to arrange matters re garding details of sports, procession, etc.— The Sports Committee promised report on Wednesday night re programme of races, sports, etc— lt was docided tbat the Borough Council be requested to illuminate the Library Buildings, and that the Mayor be asked to invite the townspeople to illuminate tbeix business premises and residences on Monday night.— Mr Elaton's offer of the Templar Hall for uae of the Committee, etc, free, on Monday was accepted with thanks. — Tho Committee expressed a desire* that the sohool children be provided by their pareats with rosettes m red, white, and blue, for use on 20tb, and it was also arranged that a quantity of ribbon for same purpose be procured, and that the ladies of Asbburton bo invitod to attend at the Borough aohools on Wednesday afternoon to nßßist the sowing classes m making up ros«Uea for (he procession. It was arranged for Page's shooting gallery to be run on the show grounds, as arranged by Mr Kneen with Mr Page, swings to be also procured from same gentleman if possible— The Procession Committee were instructed to arrange the order m which the various bodies shopld march, tho Societies' positions to bo deoided by ballot.~Af ter a vote of thanks h the chair the Committee adjourned till Tuesday evening at 7.30, m upper room, Borongfc Oguaoil Obambws,

ASHBURTON BOROUGH COUNCIL

The usual fortnightly meeting of the above Oounoll was held last evening. Present — Hlb Worship the Mayor (Mr Scaly), and Ora H. Friedlander, D. Thomas, A. Harrison, K. Friedlander, W. Sparrow, J. Tucker, D. Williamson, and U. Reid. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and confirmed. CORRES?ONDJtNCR. The following'corralkondence was read, and dealt with as stated:— From the Clerk to the Hampatead Town Board, asking when a deputation from that body could be received . The Mayor said the letter bad been replied to — From Mr W. 0. Walker, M.H.K., re visit oflospeotor of Weights and Measures, Received.— From the Fire Brigade Aasoolation, for warding the annual subscription of £40, and pointing out that an important town like Ashhnrton should be provided with a a l eaoa fire engine. Or H. Friedlander said tne latter was the outoaio of a recent visit of his to Mr Barns, Seoretary to the Aia 1 jclulon. Resolved that the Association be informed tbat the suggestion is being considered by the Council.— From MrJ. Qrlgg, ra trespass of sheep on Connoil'a reservs, and fageefctlng thufc he rud given bo rnaou trouble. Mr Grlgg expressed his willingness to pay a certain amount of compensation to Mr Sutherland. Con sideration deferred.— From Mr J. W. Sutherland, In reference to takiug up the lease of a Borough reserve. Consideration deferred. — Trom the Secretary to the Jubilee Committee, asking permission for the bonfire, proposed to ba held on the 21st. Granted. Permission was also granted to the Fire Brigades to use their plant. on the day named. POTJNDKEBPBR. Mr Smith Interviewed the Council In reference to charges levied by the Borough Poundkeeper, whloh he considered ex horbltant, r The Mayor pointed ont tbat Mr Smith hal his remedy at law. If the pouud kejper charged too much, he could be puoiahed through the Court. Or Williamson thought the system of interviewing this way was very Irregular (Hear, hear.) Mr Smith then retired, remarking as he did so that it appeared to him the Ranger could do as he liked. HAMPSTBAD ToWtf BOARD. A deputation from the Hampitead Town Board waited on the Council m refefenoa to the systgrn of managing the dividing roads, charges for services of Fire Brigade, and permission to divert certain water channels. Me Mayo spoke on behalf of the depu ttktlon, and explained that the Board wished to have oontrpl of the footpaths ] and channels on the Board's side of the dividing line. The Board would pay the coat, and carry out the work under the supervision of the Borough Engineer. ' t Or R. Friedlander remarked tba*: the 3 k supply of water was a matter on whloh ) the Engineer should be asked to report ; i In reference to the matter of maintenance s of boundaries, the Oounoil should care fully consider it before deciding. Or Thomas, as far as he could see, 9 considered the Board were simply asking 8 permission to use water that was going to 1 waste. , Mr G. W, Andrewe, another 'member

of the deputation, urged that some settle ment should bo come to In regard to the maintenance oi the Bait.

Or H. Friedlander doubted the power of the Council to hand over the control of the footpath to the Board ; with res pect to the application to use the water from the side-channels, he could seb no objeotlon. (Sear, hear.) Or Harrison hoped the Cjuuoll would endeavor to meet the views of the depu tatloo.

Or Williamson suggested that the opinion of the Engineer should be asked at once. With regard to tho state of tho Belt, he pointed out that It was simply want of fanda that prevented the proper repairing of the Belt some time ago. The Engineer explained that the whole matter was one of concentrating the water sufficient to flush the outfall drain. The Mayor said the Council wonld care fully consider the question and do what laid In their power to assist the Town Board. Mr Mayo having thanked the Council for a V3ry courteous reception, vhe depu tation withdrew. QUBBN'S jrjBILEB.

Mr Doyle interviewed the Oounoll m reference to supply of illuminated designs for the Jubilee^ 9 The Mayor doubted the power of the Council to spend money m this direction. Or Williamson hoped the Council would show the citizens a good example by illuminating the Library. (Hear, hear.) Or Friedlander moved. Cc Williamson seconded, and it was resolved—' 4 That the Library be illuminated on tho occasion of the Queen's Jubilee, and that the matter be left m the hands of the Works Committee. ESCSTNBEBS' EEPORX. The Engineers reported as under : — Council Chamber : Acoording to instruc tions we obtained three tenders for fixing the partition m the Council room, and accepted that of Meßßrs Barnes and Smith, tho loweßt, at £5 10a, who have since completed the work. — Metalling : Tenders have been oalled for the supply of 800 yards of shingle ; five have been received, and will be laid before you for your decision to-night. — The Labar Gang : Has been employed principally -ia forma* tlon and making good m William (street, AUken street and the North-east Belt, preparing holes for trees In the river plantations, completing brush wood groins for river protection, clearing side channels, attending to water supply, etc The report was adopted. STEAM FIRE ENGINE, Councillor H. Friedlander moved, In aoeordance with notice given — " That the qoootlon of procuring a steam fire engtae for the Borough be now considered."; The mover referred to the question of subsidy from the Fire Insurance Assoola tlon, which he stated would probably be ! withdrawn If the Oounoll decided not to purchase a steam fire engine. He was also Informed that In addition to the withdrawal of the subsidy m the event of non-compliance, the Association would have to increase the 25 per cent now allowed on premiums. Councillor Fried lander spoke strongly ia favor of pro curing an engine, acd moved In that direction. Councillor Williamson ohjpoted to the resolution ; Councillor Friedlander could only amend or alter his resolution by leave of the Council, Councillor H. Friedlander, m reply to a question, sMd an engine whloh would throw 150 gallons a minute would cost abont £500 or £600. Councillor Thouatt cuar&cterUed each an engine as " a penny squirt." On a dlviolon it *a* resolved, by 5 to 1 4,. to allow Councillor Friedlander to ! amend his motion, so as to read " the Oounoil to procure a steam fire engine of the most approved make." Councillor Tucker seconded the motion, and In doing so pointed out tbat the en gine now used could be sold for abont £150.

Councilor WHlUmooa wanted to know where the money iraa to oome from, the revenue for the year having been al located.

Councillor Thomas proposed as an amendment that the question of prooarlng a steam fire engine be referred to the rate payers for decision. In reply to Councillor R. Friedlander, the Mayor ruled the amendment m order;

Councillor Thomas Added that a poll of the ratepayers be taken as to whethor a atoam engine should bo procured by mean's of a special rate oc gtb«cwiag.

Oounoillor Harrison seconded the motion pro forma. Oounoillor Williamson said he would second it " right out," and> objected to such a half-hearted way of seconding a moiioD.

After «> rather warm .passage of umi between Councillors Williamson and Har rison, during which the latter objeoted to being " insulted by a man old enough to be bis father," and Oounoillor Wil liamson had calied his via avis " thin skinned," Oounoillor Williamson spoke at some length m favor of the amend ment.

Oounoillor B, Frledlander and Oounoil lor Harrison supported the proposal to seonre a steam fire engine, both Council lorn at the same time being m favor of consulting the ratepayers. Councillor R, Friedlander added that m his opinion the amendment should have been taken as a substantive motion.

Oounoillor Reid supported Councillor Thomas' amendment.

The Mayor also supported the amend* ment, and m doing so pointed out that there was no guarantee of a saving of £750 a year m the event of obtaining a steam fire engine. He would like to sec a steam fire engine m the place, but thought the Vite Insurance Association should be called on to pay their fair chare toward the cost, remembering their risk. Mr D. H. Browa informed the Oeunoil that he was authorised to otate that Mr 0. W, Turner would give £25 towards the oost of a steam fire engine, although he was outside the Borough. After Councillor H. Fiiedlander had replied m a lengthy speech, Councillor Thomas' amendment, that the matter be referred to the ratepayers, was carried by 5 to 3.

Councillor H. Frledlander desired to ex plain that he waa In no way opposed to the subject being decided by the rate payers. Oounoillor R. Frledlander made a simi lar explanation. On the motion of Councillor H. Frled lander it was resolved that a poll of the ratepayers be taken on the subjeot, and that a public meeting be called to discuss it. A. vote of thanks was passed to Ojun olllor H. Frledlander for the trouble taken by him m Ohrlstohuroh In this matter, ' JUBILEE HOLIDAYS. It waa unanimously resolved— " That the Mayor be requested to proclaim the 20th and 21-st poblio holidays la honor of tho Queen's Jubilee. THE HAMPSTEAD DEPUTATION. The qaeatioa spoken of by the deputa tion from the Hampstead Town Board were referred to the Works Committee, to report at next meeting. VBW BUSINESS. On the motion of Oounoillor William son It was resolved—" That no deputation be received by the Council of which notice has not been given m writing, stating the matter to be dealt with." TENDERS. The tender of P, Clifford for shingling at 11 was accepted. ACOOUOT3. Accounts to the amount of £55 2« lOd were passed for payment and the Council then adjourned,

LONGBEACH ROAD BOARD

A meeting of thfa Board was held on Friday, Jane 10th. Present— Messrs J. Bishop, S. Holland, J. Williams, and A. Djbwaon. In tho absence of the Chairman (Mr Grigg) Mr Biahop was voted to the ohair. OOBBESPONDBNOE. Letters were read— (l) From the Oonnty Council stating, m reply to the Board's letter, that they had on one occasion cleared out tho Whea'stono drain, but did not agree to continue to maintain it. — (2) From the same advising the sum of £31 15i lid as being available for poisoned grain m this district —Circulars re polaoaed grain were read from Messrs Neato and Brooks, and it was reaolved to procure a ton from Mr Neate for dlstrl button daring the next three Saturdays. SURVEYOBS' RKPOBX. (i) Boundary Road : We have inspected this road. Two of the bridges ou the road had faulty decking, and we have had name repaired ; the ones giving access to the Ohatmcs* Estate required a few planka to put them right. We are not aware whether it is a rule of the Board to renew bridges giving access to private property, and bo have not yet had them repaired. The part of the road between the (Windernicre and McLennan's road is exceedingly rough, and requires a small expenditure to make it more fit for traffic. The ford over the creek on this road has been completed, Wa notice that Mr Stoddart baß directed the oreek from Its proper channel Immediately it leaves the ford, and has taken it along the road and thonce down the old gorse fenoe. As we understand it is his intention to keop the old oreek open, this will help to relieve the fbod water.— (2) Horsey'a Road : The contractor has completed this work, but we cannot say it is satisfactory. As sonio misapprehension on 'the con tractor's part exlstß as to the passing of the work, he intends interviewing the Board. — (3) Wheatstone Drain : The planking of the bridge over this drain on Graham's road Is m a defective atate, and requires replenishing. We are^inforraed (hat the bridge -was erejoted by the Coonty Council. — (4V Shepherd's Road : The bridge over Ford's oreek having become dangerous we have had it repaired. — (5) Griffith/a Road ; The contractor has levelled ihU rpad. . ■ ,

Olauae I. —The Surveyor was directed to write Mr Stoddart to keep the old course of the creek open. — Resolved that the Board cannot entertain the repairing or renewing of bridges giving • access to private property. The matter of repairs to road between MoLonnan's road and Wlndermere road was lefb In the hands of the Snrveyor. OlauHe 3. — Surveyor to see Council about the matter,— Remainder of report was adopted. • DEP TATION. Mr Morlarlty intervened the Board and asked If the willows on the road opposite Waterton Hotel woald be filled In, as the standing water was a nnfoanoe. —Surveyor to report at next meeting. horsey's hoad. > Mesßra Kennlngtcn and -Bellamy inter viewed the Board, and complained of the delay they had boon put to on this oon- ; tract.— Mr Dawson, the membor for the Ward, consented to look Into the matter. FENCING. Mr MoOormick waited on the Board, and again BBked to have the frontage of the gravel pit on his plaoe, which was on the road, fenced.— .Resolved that fenoe be ereoted and side chtnnel made to oonvey the water down the road. surveyor's road Mr t>wyer interviewed the Board with reforcnce to his claim for extra work on this road.— Consideration left over till next meeting. ACCOUNTS After pausing accounts the Board ad journed,

THE QUEEN'S JUBILEE.

(REUTER'B TELEGRAMS— COPYRIGHT 3 London. June 13. It is announced that, m deference to the public wish on the occasion of the celebration of the Queen's Jubilee, her Majesty will wear the crown when within the precincts of Westminster Abbey ; but on the way thither will wear ordinary. attire, with orders. On the occasion an immense military dis play will take place, all branches of the service being represented. • Prince Albert Victor of Wales, the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh, and the Duke and Duchess of Connaught, ; have arrived m London to take pait m the Jubilee celebration. The " Nord Deutsche Zeitung" pub lishes an article to-day on the Queen's Jubilee. It expresses a hope that ex isting relations between Germany and Great Britain, which are founded on mutual confidence, will be maintained •m the future. (Received June 14, 1 25 p.m.) London, Jane 13. The Queen will be escarted to West minister Abbey by 4odb troops and eight thousand more will line the streets. [Per Press Association]. Wellington., June 14. Speolal services will be held m St. Paul's on Monday next. The service will partake of the charaoter of a State Thanks giving and the Governor will attend m his offiolal capaoity as the Sovereign's repre sentative.

AFGHAN REBELLION

[rbdtee's telegrams— cojpybioht.J

Calcutta, Jnne 12. { Later advices from Afghanistan re-! port that the statement that the Ameer has left Cabul to assume command of the troops operating against the rebels is untrue; Calcutta, June 13. Latest news from Afghanistan states that the Ameer suspecting the loyalty of the garrison of Herat is sending other troops to replace them. Two regiments at Herat have already de serted and joined the rebels. The Ameer has left Cabul to assume the command of the troops operating against the rebels. (Received June 14, 1.25 p m.)

THE AMEER'S PRESTIGE LOST.

London, Juno 13. The prestige of the Ameer of Afghanistan is believed to be hopelessly shattered and his fall is expected at an early date.

RUSSIAN CLAIMS.

The " Standard" states that fiussia is likely to withdiaw her claim to Hatnel m return for the concession of the valleys of the Murghbab and Kuskh.

INTERPROVINCIAL NEWS.

Auckland, Jane 13. A man named Hurst died suddenly m a lane off Hobson street, hit body being found In bed by a neighbour. At the Supreme Court hla Honor Mr Justice Ward commented upon the heavy character of the caUndar m his charge to tho Grand Jury. Alexander Watson, W. Grey, sad Bobett Wallaoe, for larceny, were eaoh sentenced to six mouths' im prisonment, with hard labor: Walter tiggingtoxi, a mate o£ O?ffcey, the Great Barrier murderer, oharged with assault, was found not guilty. Henry Atkinson, on five oh&rgeii of larceny, was sentenced to six months' hard labor for eaoh offence. P. J. O'Oonnor, forging and uttering, and Arthur Tilby, alias Bartlett, for larceny, were eaoh sentenced to two years' im> prisonment with hard labor. New Plymouth, June 13. John Wilson, Secretaryto the Waltara Harbor Board, was arrested to-day for the embsizlement of £40, fees payable to the Board, There are otb^er charges of a similar nature, amounting m all to about £500. He will appear before the Court to-morrow. Wellington, June 13. The Governor and Mr XJallanoe leave fo* Wanganui Exhibition on Thursday. The Government are still negotiating with the Insurance Companies re risk* on public buildings. Answers were only re ceived from two oities The proposal is generally to lneute all Government build ings valued at more than £5000 In the four principal cities, but the premiums asked are considered too high. It ii proposed to. Insure the big wcoden building here for £60,000 Its original cost was £90,000. A public meeting called by the Mayor is to be held on Wednesday night to con sider the necessary steps to send Hearn, the champion cruller of New Zealand, to Sydney to take put m the world's soull ing raoes, ro ba held there m January, The body of a man named King, drowned m the Manawatu river about six weeks back, was found to-day, and brought into Palmerston.

At the Snpremo Court to.day the cage of Soott y the \coideDt AesuraDoe Abbool»* tion of New Zealand was partially heard. Plaintiff fs Emily Dallen Scott, widow of the late William John Scott, who died m September last, from Injuries sustained through falling down stairs at the Central Hotel, of whioh he was licensee, and the action is brought to recover from the Acoident Insurance Association of New Zealand the sum of £1000, being amount of the policy Issued by that corporation. The case was adjourned till Tuesday. The premises of Messrs MoDougall and Co., wine merohanta, were burglariously entered on Saturday night, but beyond indulging m a heavy drinking bout the burglars did no damage. The polioe are enquiring into the affair.

Gbbymouxh, June 13. The Midland Hallway Company's new locomotive at Reef ton has just been put together, and will be wont on a trial trip down the lino from Bruunorton to Kaltu to-morrow afternoon. The line is laid some distance above Brunnerton, but is not ballasted to any extent.

Duwewn, Judo 13. At a general meeting of the Waimei Plains Railway Company to-dsy It was stated that the loaa by the sale of the line j to the Government amounted to £8383, The Chairman said, the greatest difficulty had been experienced m getting m the rates, nearly all the ratepcyets having to be satnmoned. It was resolved to leave the Director* to sell the land made over to them by the New Zealand Agricultural Company, and get m the rates as soon as possible, . Ikvkroakgill, June 13. S. K. Lea, late Town Clerk of Winton, was committed for trial on a charge of forgery. He admitted the offence, and said he was fearfully sorry for it. Bail was applied for, bat Tuapeotor Buckley stated that other ohargea were pending involving oloite on £1000. The Magistrate declined to accept bail at the present stage.

CORRESPONDENCE.

We do not hold ourselves responsible for tU opinions expressed by our correspondents.

LARRIKINISM.

TO THE EDITOR. Sir,— Last night between the hours of 9 and 10 p.m. one of the moat disgraceful rowß occurred which ithasever been my lot to observe sinoe I have been m ABhburton. It waß truly a perfect "Billingsgate" ' row. That suoh a drunken scene should have taken place, and been carried on withdut hindranoe, and that for a f nil v hour a volley of oaths should have been poured forth unabated to the utter disgust , and consternation of respectable citizens, and to the disgrace of this community, a crying shame to those who are respoov sible for the keeping of the peace. The scene was at the junotion of Peter and East streets, almost m the centre of the town, and was like .Pandemonium let loose. Where are our Police, for whose services we are taxed night and day to remunerate? that the ears of our wtver and families should be contaminated with such foul language as issued forth from youthful mouths last night m a pubHo ?^ street ; and where is theparentalrestralni' : and home influence that should htv« prevented each, a melanoholy sbectadlev and exhibition of rowdyism and vice m • the comparatively young ? I am, etc, OBSBRV«Bt

ASHBURTON RACING CLUB.

The annual meeting of this Olab wm held at the , Olub'n room on Saturday, evenirg. Present— Messrs Parnell, Deu flhire, H. Friedlander, W. Pattman, B. Frledlander, H. Zander, Upton, F.^ Ruaeoll, M. Stltt, MoOwen, Dr. Lean* and Tweed. "."

The Commlttee'n report and balance sheet were read as follows :—Yoar Committee have riiaoßpleasure iffiiyfog^ before you a statement of aocounti during their term of office. 'Although a considerable loes was experienced at the Spring meeting, the Club oan be congratulated on the success of the Autumn Meeting which more than com pensated for the previous loss. In order to bring this about, your Committee adopted a programme suited to* » certain" olaes of horses and gave greater enoonrage ment to local racilog. A . proposal foe amalgamation oHthe Tradesmen^ Racing 1 Club with this Olub was brought before your Committee, who expressed their willingness to fall m with the proposal on certain terms, but, the negotiation has not resulted m any action being taken by the T.R.C. As it was found that the Club were losing annually by the training track, it was abandoned at the expiration of the lease at the end of last > year. The present bolder of the ground la still keeping it In working order, so no loss has been occasioned to local hone, owners. An agreement has been entered into with Messrs Mason and Roberts to work their totallsator on the Club's ground for a period at a satisfactory figure.

The Chairman In moving the adoption of the report and balance sheet alluded to the action that had lately been iakfn with regard to the totalisator. Owing tS the defeat of the Government the BJII brought m by the Hon. G. McLean had fallen through, whtoh still left the matter m an unsatisfactory state, though he thought no honorable man would care to put himself m the same position at Stuart m the late totalisator oase at Duned(n. He understood that: the Metropolitan Olub were moving m the direction desired. therefore it would be better for this Club to wait. The satisfactory result of the last autuinu meeting resulting m a profit of about £250 was a guide to. the Com mittee In framing future programme*. If the Club's finances lnoreaaed as then seemed now every probability, It would be desirable to do something m improving the grand stand and making more aooom* modation.

Mr Stitt seconded the motion, and said that the balance sheet showed a more satisfactory state of things than had existed for some time.

The meeting then proceeded with the election of officers wfth the following results :— President, B. G. Wright; Vice Presidents ; John Grlggand W. 0. Walker: Stewards, 0, W, Pornall. H Frledlander, W. B. Denshire, R. MoOwen, B. Friedlander, Dr Leahy. J. 0. N. Grlgg ; Judge. M. Stlti ; Treasurer, D. Thojraas; Starter, Di Leahy ; Olerfr of the Scales, T. Upton ; Clerk # of the Coarse, A. Hewaom ; Haadioappers, The Committee* Cdm* mittee, 0. W. Parael), B. MoOirea, B. G. Orisp, W, B. Denshire, H. Fried. lander, R, Friodlander and Dr Tweed. The meeting then ended.

A meeting of the Committee was after wards held at whioh Mr Parnell wai elected Chairman. Letters were read from the Hunt Club applying for the me of the oourae for a Steeplechase meeting, which was granted under certain condi tions. From the Colonial Seoretaly m reply to the Club's letter re totaHsator. It was decided that at all future rtce meet ings every horse taken on the ground, except those running at the meeting, be put m the horse yards, as donstderablf danger existed m persons tying horses to vehioles, and fences. After considering routine business the Committee adjourned to Saturday, July 18th.

ATTEMPTED BURGLARY.

Auckland, Jane 13. On Saturday at midnight a robbery ~wai attempted at the Free Library. The would* be thief effected an entrance by a window, which is said to have been left open. The night watohman, Keogh, who was then just then going the rounds of the building*. harried forward m time to«ee the Intrude* I jumping out again through the window tni 1 gave chase, accompanied by a polloeoun who bad come up, bat the thief dleap* peared, and the March for him proved un« aaacessfal. It ii evident from various clroumstanosi, that he had endeavored to force open tho caso which usually holdi the gold and silver ornaments and reliei prevented to the city by Sir George Grey« It elnoe trauopires, however, that tht more valuable artiolei m this oase art wn wered every evening to (be strong K99H)t

JHE ASHBURTON GUARDIAN, TUESDAY, JUNE 14, 1887.



Receipts. ■■.'• m „ • & b. a. To Bent , ,„ 122 17 10  Nominations ... ».. 227 0 0 , „ Acceptances ,„ ,„ 113 0 0 „ Hack sales (surplus) ,„ 22 8 6 „ Privileges 332 8 10 „ Totalisator , 423 6 0 „ Subscriptions ... ... 51 9 0 „ Training Track ... ... 88 0 „ Guarantors ,„ ... 266 19 8 „ Balance ... 56 19 2 £1621 17 0 EXPENLITOEB. By Balance, seaaont 1885-86- 50 18- i. „ Course Improvements and . Buildings * , 93 17 „ Advertising (including old accounts) ... , 03 19 0 » Wages ... 82 12 6 „ Charges (including old acccunts) 143 17 4 „ Training Track (rent, &o ) 36 0 0 „ Stakes ... 777 5 fl „ Privileges , , 23 12 0 „ Interest ;., 2 13 6 „ Guarantors 275 0 0 „Su dry Debtors ... ... 36 2,4 £1624 17 0



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FEEKIMAN'S MARVELLOU3 STEAM WASHER. STILL TRIUMPHANT. -TTTHAT THE DEAN SAYS :- (Copy of Testimonial.) Tbo Deanery, Chrietchurcb, May Brd, 1887. I have much pleat uro m stating that one of Messrs G. Barrell and Co.'b Patent Washing Machine's has been m use m my house for two monlha and a half, nnd gives entire eatiafac* lion • HENRY JACOBS, Dean cf Christchurch. THE DOCTOR BNDOR^E^. ■ In reply to your card, we find the Washer a moet useful and hbor-eaving machine. There is nothing equal to it m the wnahing line. It » is all yon claim for it, and our womon folks would not be without it. Even a delicate female cndo a large wesbing mha f a day. leaunotrpoaktcobWofit. THB FARMER SUPPORTS. TnMr JPcrrin>i»n, Athbutton. • JUonr fiir.-Ir. icply to your request re Messrs Birrell and Co.^e Btoaia Patent Waeh- Ing Machines my wife requests mo toßtate that the machine we got from yon is a perfect success. The work tbat usually takes from eight to nine hours to accomplish is now done In two hours and a hall. Tho work is done well, with very little labor.— Youra respect- folly, B. S. CHAPMAN, 7t Aahbwton. THB SCHOOLMASTER TEAOHE3. Beafield, June Ist, 1887 i Mr F.Ferriman, ABhbuiton. Bir,— l have much pleasure m staling that Barrelrs Steam Family Washing Machine has riven us complete satisfaction. Tho machine is especially ÜBeful to those who could not otherwise do the washing themselves ; it saves ttnen labor and W«-l£"g^ Ti THE MECHANIC BEES. ishbmton, June 4tb, 1887. MrFerriman, Dear Sir,— l was for a long time a sceptic as wands the capabilities of your Washing Machines. I am now thoroughly convinced that they do what yon claim for th'm. The construction of the machine as regards com- pactness and conveDienco is all that can be Ued^ours faithfully, THB LaUNDBESB GROWS WEALTHY X WITH. ABhbuiton, March 29tb, 1887. ! Mr Ferriman, ' The Wosbor I got from you leave omy clothcß » beantifal white color, ia Jact they m* much whiter than I could Ret them by hand, and takes tho dirt from them thoroughly. Mrs isKVJLL, Ana each member of rhe humnn family tb? t can poEfioes one join and Fend up ifla universal shout ot praise, O praue Ferumai.'s Marvellous Washer. Listen, listen, can't y. v hear the evening chorus from the andenigmd echoing how their work is done. Bead the following list of names:*— Mrs Herbert, Benfield Mr M. Bruce, Eenfield Mr Collison, Seaf eld « Mr D. Boss, Lac riflton MrG T. Marriott, Ashbnrton Mr 7. Claridpe, Ashburton Mr W. Cbarllon, Ashburton Mr Bradbury, Ashburton Mr H' Hudson, Elgin Mr J. Xloy d, Newlands Mr E. Thomas, Wnkanni Mr A. Friaby, Ashbnrton Forka Mr k. Chapman. Willowby MrG Or'.ce, Wulowby Mr J. Williamß, Willowby Mr J. Hearn, Ealing Mr A. McLcod, Tinwald Mr W. Andeison, Flemington Mr C. 0. 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