The Ashburton Guardian. Magna est Veritas et Prævalebit. FRIDAY, OCTOBER 31, 1890. LOCAL AND GENERAL

Electric soap is the latest thing in Ger. many. ; The Alphabet of the Sandwich Islanders has but 12 letters. : Mrne Alexandra Elyne has been elected Mayor of Kniazeff, Russia. ' Edward Bellamy is mentioned as a possible Mayor of Chicopee, Massachusetts. Austro-Hungary has 756 hand and 338 power-looms running on carpets. The average man can be philosophical on two occasions—when he is in liquor and when his neighbour is in trouble. To the young maid marriage is a lottery, but to the old maid it is a grab-bag. Geronimo, the retired Apache warrior, has been baptised into the Catholic .church. The Yorkshire "Post," of Leeds, England, uses different coloured paper to distinguish its various editions. A party of expert oil drillers has just sailed from New York for India, where they are wanted to search for oil. In spite of official denials the ediclg against the Jews are being enforced with severity in Southern Russia. An elaborate system of defence of London is intended. The metropolis is to have a chain of great forte. Queen Victoria's name is W^ttin, an iin nni'intic appellation, but known to history as the family name of the house of Saxony. Italy has a unique library in the books of travel of its princes. Each Italian prince is expected to write a minute history of his travels. Land is very scarce in Scotland and the poor can scarcely get enough to live on. Yet the gentry of the land are said to have 100 deer preserves, The French " Messageries Maratime " is the largest steamship company ; the British "Peninsula and Oriental" and the "Austrian Lloyds " push it closely. The Earl of Coventry jam is fast becoming popular in the English market. The noble eirl has gone into the business of making it on a large scale. There R.M. s.s. Rimntaka with the Eng lish mails, left Hobart for Wellington last evening. The mail should therefore arrive in Ashburton about Tuesday next. Misa Janet A church and her company appeared last ujghf. in Timaru very success fully- To-night they give a performance in A?.h'bp.rton, all the arrangements for opening hero being completed. More women in proportion to the popul | n-tion are employed in industrial occupations '■ in England then in any other European country. Twelve per cent of the industrial classes we female* 1. The poot Queen of Roumania, who is sojourning in Wales for her health, is >»/i.kiiig studies of Welsh scenery and char acter, which will figure in a new novel on which »!><* iff At work. It is charged Hx\i the opening up of the ground in the search for the frofly of Count (lo Mirabeau, nt Moison Blanche, r*aq,<j«, Jja(p produced an epidemic among .children. T«p ciiildrew have died. 'The youn-* ]3u<&C3S of Ltinster, who has been called the prettied v/cjujanjp England, ia tall and slender, fcfcately oftd tfajm ; WW perfectly chiselled features, $h<? is an] aristocrat "frbni crown to toe. I

We have the best authority for saying that Mr H. M. Joaiea will be a candidate for the representation of Ashburton at the forthcoming general election. The income derived by French people who rear fowls, according to the official return^ is 337,100,000 francs, of which '153,500,000 francs represent the value of the flesh, and 183,600,000 franca that of the eggs. . - The s.tudy of cookery was introducedSinto the schools of New York city three years ago, and now about one thousand girls arc learning how to boil eggs, bake bread, make coffee, broil steak, and ahun the frying-pan. Owing to pressure on our space,' neces sitated by a full report of the Show held to-day, we are unavoidable compelled to hold over a number of items of local and general news, leading article, telegrams, etc. The "New York World" says that 100,000 children will be turned away from school in that city this yfiar for lack of room. New York seems to be aa much behind hand in constructing school houses as in building monnments. A watchmaker in Newcastle, England, recently completed three gold shirt studs, in one of which is a watch that keeps excellent time, the dial of which ia only three-six teenths of an inch in diameter. Major W. J. Steward is in communication with the Railway Commissioners in regard to granting facilities to railway employees to record their votes at the forthcoming general elections. The Commissioners have pro mised that the request shall receive every consideration. The number of missionaries stationed in Africa now exceeds 500. There are 400,000 converts, and the number is increasing at the rate of about 25,000 a year. Within, five yekrs more than 200 natives suffered martyrdom for their faith. The designs of the new Irish Church of St. Patrick, in Rome, were last week sub mitted to the Holy Father, who expressed himself as highly pleased with them. The' church will be a basilica, with a facade adorned with many colored marbles, mosaics and statues. The original Harpers, of publishing fame, were printers, and their" sons and grandsons have foamed the craft. Each one of the family that intends entering the firm must learn the trade. He starts as ah apprentice and is not admitted to the firm until he has mastered the craft. He also practices proof reading, and in this manner goes the founds. A special meeting of the Aslibnrton District School Committee was held on Thursday, October 30th. Present -Messrs W. J. Silcock (chairman), Bean, Baker, and Porter. Application for the post of an assistant master were considered, and that of Mr Llewellyn Owen was chosen for recom mendation to the Board. It was resolved that Friday, November 7th, be a school holiday. Mr Thomas Scott was appointed to fill the vacancy on the Committee rendere I vacant by the resignation of Mr Bissett. After passing ape mtots, and trans acting other business, the meeting adjourned. A good story is told of Sir Robert Menzies, of Menzies Castle. Sir Robert is an ardent volunteer, and, notwithstanding his ad vanced age, kept his position as the captain of the Aberfeldy corps. From official quarters there one day came to him a note urging hi n to resign on the score of old age and mike way for some young man. In dignant at this, Sir Robert sent a reply asking them to send a score of their sturdiest men to Aberfeldy, and he would walk them for forty miles, and then load them to the top of Feargan, a hill near by very hard to climb. The old volunteer was allowed to keep his post. In some of the older portions of Parnell rats are now becoming not only numerous but dangerous. Mr R. Strong, greengrocer, corner of Manukau road and Garficld street, informs the <c Auckland Herald " that during the last month his children, while in bed, have been severely bitten by rats on three separate occasions, two children being bitten on one night. On each occasion the rats attacked the lobe of the ear, inflicting great pain and drawing a great deal of blood. In these old buildings the rata have so many holes for escape that it is possible to catch them, especially aa they seem too cautious to be taken in traps. This is how Mr John Burns " endorsed" Mr Champion on the latter setting out on hia Australian mission t—"Mr Champion, late editor of the "Labor Elector," the best labor paper they had ever had in England, had sailed for Australia. He had devoted a great deal of time and money ta the labor question in England, and financially suffered very heavily indeed. He had done more for the eight hours' question than any man in England, and rendered great service during the clock strike. He (Mr Burns) could only speak of Mr Champion in the highest possible manner, and heartily recom mend him to all Australians as being a ma a and a gentlemen whom they could trust in everything." A Queenstown (Lake Wakatipu) letter says :•—" We are now entering upon a third year of drought, without, auv sign of the end of it being at hand. During the past winter next to no snow fell upon the ranges, so that the mines will have but little water for their sluicing operations. Many native shrubs, patches of fern, swamp grass, reeds, and other native growth that cannot do without a certain amount of moisture are, drying up and dying for want of it. Grass for stock in scarce and the greater portion of the meat supply we have to draw from Southland." What have the records or traditions of the short past of the settle ment of the South Island to say about droughts ? Has such a long spell of compara tive rainlessness been experienced within the memory of the oldest whaler ? Miss Achurch, and her talented dramatic company appear at the Oddfellows' Hall to night, the piece chosen for the occasion being an emotional drama founded on cir cumstances connected with the Franco- German war, and entitled " In His Power." The drama abounds with ample opportunities for the display of histrionic talents of a high order on the part of the principals, and judging from Press reports in the Home, Australian, and New Zealand papers Miss Achurch makes the most of her oppor tunities, sustaining the interest and sym pathy of the audience throughout. The drama is one whu-h cannot be attempted without the aid of at least two strong male characters, and a number of others of minor importance, and is in itself a guarantee of the strength of the Achurch combination— tiie strongest combination indeed that has travelled New Zealand for many years past. Theatre-goers may therefore profitably fill up the evening of Show day by presenting themselves for admission at the Oddfellows' Hall at 8 this evening.

THIS ELECTIONS.

[PKK PRESS ASSOCIATION.] \ It is rumored that Mr J. D. Eyns is likely to offer himself for the Selwyn dis trict. WANGANtrii October 30. Mr Carson addressed a largely attended meeting at Brunswick to-night. He ;was listened to with interest throughout his address and at the close received a vote of thanks and confidence. "Wellington, October 30 It i,s expected that the.Premier's mani festo will "be issued on Wednesday next. DtrNEbttf, October SO. Mr A. Lee Smith is definitely out for the city as an independent candidate; Timaku, October .31, Mr Rhodes spoke to a large meeting of Geraldmo electors at Temuka last night. He defended the Government against Mr Hutchison's charges so widely circulated hero .He is in favor of small settlements, and would approve of borrowing to re purchase lands for the purpose where 1 necessary. He spoke at some length on ■ dummyism, and explained the action of the House last session, and expressed an opinion that, after the strong recommen dation of the Waste Lands Committee, the Government is bound to prosecute and test all alleged cases of dummyism. The land law required amendment to pre j vent large holders competing. Boards [ should have power to examine applicants I and allot to the most suitable, and trans [ fera should be prohibited for some years aftbr allotment. He would maintain the education system intact. He spoke guardedly on the labo Iquestion, as the strike was now practically over. He would not not vote for a useless declara tory Eight Hours Bill. The waste of time last session showed that some form cloture was necessary. A vote of thanks and confidence was passed, but not many voted. ■ AUcKEAND, October 30. Sir Maurice O'Rorke addressed the electors of Manukau at Onehunga last night. He had a crowded audience in the public hall and a very good reception. He said he had felt glad that in the coming contest his opponent would be an old friend, Mrßuckland, buhhe was afraid no such thought circulated in Mr Buckland's mind. Sir Maurice then strongly de nounced Mr Buckland for his assertion that he had been placed in the Speaker's chair by Southern members because they wished to weaken the vote of the Auck land district. He also defended himself against the charge of extravagance, and pointed out that he retrenched to the ex tent of something like £2000 a year. Sir Maurice, speaking on the present labor difficulty, suggested that it should settled by mediation. While infavoro* protection, he advocated freetrado amongst the colonies. He urged that,a system of education should be maintained in all branches. A vote of confidence was passed. ■

TELEGRAPHIC

HOME AND FOREIGN.

[per press-association.] London, October 29 and 30. | In the Queen's Bench Division in Chambers to-day, Baron Huddlestone made an order for Messrs Tyser and Co. to surrender the New Zealand Shipping Company's books and docu ments, but refused an order of eject ment against Tyser's Company and officers. Mr Gladstone has haan presented with the Freedom of the City of Edin burgh. In the course of a speech delivered during the ceremony he said it was a suicidal dream to think of adopting a policy of retaliation to the McKinley Act. Sir Gavan Duffy considers Mr Bal four's Irish Land Purchase Bill elabo rate, and that as the guarantee is secure the land purchase advances are unnecessary. Mr Parnell's scheme he thinks a strange alternative and a g3rious mistake. The "Freeman's Journal" accuses Sir Gavan Duffy of seeking to oust Mr Parnell. Mr H. M. Stanley charges the Englishmen wno Avere in charge of his rear-guard in the Emm Pasha Relief Expedition, with barbarous neglect to dying natives, and states that jealousy prevented the subordinates from try ing to keep straight Major Barttelot, whoj Stanley alleges, was killed for ill treating the chief's wife. The revela tion has caused a great sensation in England, and Stanley is accused of Maligning the dead. The New Zealand Shippin^Bom pany have declined the teriil^R the Treasury for the renewal of fse direct mail service to New Zealand, as they consider the amount insufficient. It is thought likely that the Shaw, Savill, and Albion Company will accept the renewal. The Australian Squadron will sail for colonial waters in the spring. Arthur Oliver Mudie, managing director of Mudie's Select Library, is dead. LisboK) October 29. Le Comte de Freitas, the Portuguese Ambassador in Southern Africa, has been recalled, and a hope is expressed here that the British Premier will modify the terms of the AnglcPortu guese Convention. Washington, October 29. The Republican importers are furious at the effects of the McKinley Act, and it is expected that the Republican candidates will suffer greatly at the next election.

AUSTRALIAN

Sydney, October 30. At a caucus to-day the Government resolved, if Mr Dibbs' want of confi dence motion was negatived, to press forward public works in order to counteract the effects of the strike-—a recess to take place over Christmas holidays, and then to bring down their fiscal proposals, which it is understood will be oil absolute freetrade lines. The changes contemplated are esti mated to cause an annual decrease of half a million in the Customs revenue, which it is proposed to counterbalance by direct taxation. Adelaide, October 30. In the House of Assembly to-day, in reply to a question whether the Government intended to place an additional duty on oats and barley, J Mr Playford stated that it was not proposed to alter the tariff this session

THE MARKETS

[PER'PRESS ASSOCIATION.] Sydney, October 30. The following are the current quotations j for the principal ailver mine shares :—Pro- ] prietary, £13 2s 6d; British, £3 0s 3d ; Centrals, £6 Is; South, £4 17s Cd; Block 14, £6 133 6d; Block 10, £14 7s; Junctions, £2 16s 6d. • London, October 29. Pqlonial stocks are recovering. I

I'he JJew Zealaod fyM\,n and Mercantile I

Agency Company, havo received the follow ing cable from thair London office, dated 'fcSthinat:— Wheat—Market is steady but inactive. New Zealand average and long-berried is worth, respectively, 35s 6d and 36a 9d per 4961b; New Zealand', f.a.q., to arrive iron ship is worth, c.i.f.,, 36s 3d per 4801b, August' September bill of lading.

ASHBURTON A. and P ASSOCIATION.

ANNUAL SHOW.

in calf, Mr Small's cattle had all the honors as they had all the pens, no one else antering, but in two-year-old heifers Mr W. Strange threw down the gauntlet to hia Graham's Road neighbor, and to:>k first prizo with a neat little lady that will probably be heard of again as a cow. Mr Small's entries, " Baron's " daughters, got second and commended. Mr Smtvll was master of the field in yearling heifers. In Ayrshires, Clarke Bros took all the bull prizes, as they were the or.ly exhibitors, but; when the cows of any age in miik or in calf came to bo judged, it was found that Mr McDowell's* cow ," Lily," had beaten the first prize-taker of last year. 1 n the' four yearling heifers aho wn Clarke Bros, took firsi prize, with Mr J. Gough's entry (also of Clarke Bros, breed ing) second. The only Jersey animal shown, was a tidy cow belonging to IVfi" j David Thomas, which, however, was good 5 enough to wiii the two prizes offered. In any other breed of cattle, a Devon -breed bull was shown by Mr A. McKenzio, good enough to be honored with a first. Mr Small got a first and a second for two cows in full milk, and Mr A. J. Huston, a first and, Mr A. W. Randall second for cows iv full profit. The prize for cottager's: cow, was won by Mrs E. McKee, and the I.'i prize fat steer was shown by Mr A. J. j Huston, and the prize fat heifers by Mr ' J. Sawle, Mr Huston being commended.

OFMCGIIS. President, Mr David Thomas ; Vice presidents ;<-rMessrs R. Millar, J. Stud holine, junr., and W. JY Silcock ; Com mittee— Messrs J. 0. N. Grigg, T. Taylor, W, F. Sommemlle, F. McCaf ferty, A. J. Huston, D. Cumoron, J. Small, M. Stitt, D. McKendry, J. M. Tweed, R.. Clarke, U. . Bufcterick, J. Gilmour, R. Friedlirider, G. W. Leadloy, T. Langley, C* Reid, J. Bonifant, A. Protheroe, J. Stringfellow, J. Tucker, E. Cookson, T. JN. Digby, H. Hunt. The thirteenth annual show of stock, produce, farm implements, arid manu factures, under the auspices of the Ash burton Agricultural and Pastoral Associa tion, was held on the show grounds to-day. The weather on this oocassion was not all that could be desired, and was in marked contrast to the favourable circum stances unJer which previous expositions have ,been held. The light north west wind 'which was blowing all day on Thursday, veered round to the south-east during the night, and brought up with it several light showers of fine rain in the early hours of the morning. Towards 8 a.m. it became apparent, owing fro the in creased wind, that the day would not be fine, andshortlyafterwardsthesefear* were confirmed by a steady downpour of fine raiii, whioh, however much it might dis appoint holiday makers, would gladden the hearts of the farmers. The threaten ing weathe> had an effect on the attend ance at the show, many of the outlying settlers preferring to remain at home to risking the danger of a thorough soaking. In consequence of the rain the town of Ashburton had not that busy sppearance which has boen a characteristic of similar occasions in by-gone years; and the retail tradesman had not the same record of a good show-day business to record. The rain, which set in in the morning, kept up more or less throughout the day, and the attendance did not reach within several hundreds of that of former years. There was a noticeable scarcity of the fair sex, and a multiplicity of umbrellas, overcoats, and mackintoshes. Neverthe less, the attendance reached something like 2000, and those who visited the grounds displayed the keenest interest in the various exhibits. The Ashburton Brass Band .was on the ground during the day and enlivened proceedings by several selections in a very creditable manner. About two o'clock the rain cleared off, and the remainder of the afternoon was fine overhead, though unpleasant under foot. The arrangements for tho Show reflect the greatest credit upon the Coriimittee of management and officers of the Association. The Secretary especially deserves a word of praise fof the efficient manner in which he carried out his arduous duties, and we have to express our thanks to him for ths courtesy and assistance rendered to Press representa tives, one thoughtful act especially being the providing of a tent 1 for the special use of reporters. A new departure this year wns the erection of a large marquee as a luncheon-room — a vast improvement upon the arrangemants of former years. Mrs Butler, of the Family Hotel, was entrusted with the dispensation of solid and. substantial refreshments, while Mr W. C. Davis dispensed the lighter kinds ; both appeared fco be doing a good business. Theentrios, as compared with theprevious year, show an increase of 20, the total for the present year being 660 as against 640 last year, thus placing to-day's show at the head of the list of the many shows held under the auspices of the Association. The, principal increases to-day were in sheep, dairy produce, agricultural implements, and articles of New Zealand manufacture. As a counter-balance to this, however, there was a marked falling off in pigs, only 18 being shown, as against 31 last year, and 56 the year previously. Horses also showed a slight falling off, only 237 facing the judges, as against 245 in 1889* The entry of horses has always been a marked feature of Ashburton shows, and although .the present' year shows a trifling falling off as compared with last, it is larger by 56 than that of the highest record of any year previously. In cattle and dogs the entries are about stationary. In sheep, as usual, there was an absence of entries in Merinos. So far as this description of sheep is concerned it would appear that there is no need for its appearance year after year on the catalogue with the customary "no entry" opposite the several classes. In the other classes, Lincoln, English and Border Leicester, Down breeds, and fat sheep were up to the entries of the last four years, but were considerably behind the years 1884* j 1885, and 1886. The attached table gives in a condensed and intelligible form the respective entries in all classes of exhibits since the year 1879: —

From the foregoing it will be seen that the Ashburton show has been making slow but sure progress on the whole, and that the enterprising officers and members have every reason to be satisfied with the results obtained. A detailed notice of the several exhibits will be found under the respective headings, and also the re sult of the judging up to the hour of going to press :— CATTLE. The show of cattle was disappointing in numbers, as it has been for some years, and in some cases one would have liked co have seen a little better quality. In shorthorns the largest exhibitor was Mr John Small, who put in his bull "Baron," a fins beast of Mr John Grigg's breeding, but no other entry challenged him. In yearling bulls Mr Small's two were nice premising fellows, aud the only two entered. Of coursei they got first and second. |n cqws of. any age in milk oy

DRAUGHT HORSES.

The splendid exhibit of draught stock was, as las'- year, one of the chief charac teristics of the show, the laurels of the district being well maintained both as regards the number and quality of the entries. Of entires of any age out of an entry of eight five faced the judges as follows, viz., Vanquisher, Diplomacy, Prince Imperial, Kelvin, Young Castle reagh. They were all paraded' in'grand fettle, and all had their admirers, though from the first there was little doubt as to those which would be placed by the judges. _ Vanquisher, shown by Mr J. Small, is by Young Vanquisher, dam Tibbie, by Prin»e Royal, and is a Btrong upstanding dark bay, well feathered, with fine crest and forehand, stands 17h., and is six years old. Diplomacy, shown by Mr D. McKendry, a rich dark bay with white hind feet, wiih. plenty of hair, is of the same age and height, and nil round a handsome horse. He is by Lord Beacons field, his dam Pleasant, by Prince Charlie, imported. • Prince Imperial, shown by Mr, J. 0 Shea, by Royal Conqueror, dam Kate, by Major (imp.) is a handsome, nuggety horse, 4 years, standing 16 hands, a chestnut with white feet, and looks as though he could sire good useful plough stock, Mr Gilmour's Kelvin, a well-linown hero of the prize ring, is too well-known to heed description, and. we never saw him looking better. He has a very shapely head with fine crflst and forehand, and stands 16h. 2|in. He is in grand fettle this season. "Young Caatlereagh, shown by Mr G. Tnifc, by Lord Castlereagh, dam, Bonnie Doon (imp.) made his appearance at Ashburton for the first timo, having last year been travelling in Mackenzie Country. He is an aged horse, 'a dappled bay of 16h., a powerful handsome horso likely to prove an acquisition to the district. Conqueror, by Lord; Salisbury, entered by Mr T. Langley, did not put in an appearance owing we understand, to his having met with an accident which temporarily laid him up. Mr Spring's entry Young Major, and Mr Wheelhand's Young Taieri Tom also' failed to put in ao appearance. After a careful examination the red'ticket was awarded to Diplomacy, Kelvin taking second, and, Vanquisher third honors. In three-year-old entries two were led into the ring, Mr R. Clark's Banker's Hero being the absentee. He is un fortunately suffering from an attack of stiangles, and was consequently unable to put in an appearance. Those shown were Mr N. Fitzgerald's Emperor, by General Gordon—dam Jess by f^lenroy, an up standing dark bay 16 hands 2 inches, bred at Doyleston; and Mr M. Friedlander's Young New Style, by New Style—dam Glenny, a lisfht bay, bred in the district by Mr McKendry. He is a very band some light bay, 16 £ hands, of splendid temper. He secured first honors, Emperor coming off with second prise ticket, jOf brood mares there was the finest ring ever shown in Ashburton, in fact for the number (thirteen) we nevpr saw a finer lot in the colony. They were simply grand—Mr W. Jameson of Wakanui showing two, Bell in foal to Kelvin, and Maggie in foal to Vanquisher, Mr P. Cunningham, Ohristchurch, his mare Bess, Mr J. Small three, Nanny by Em peror with foal by Vanquisher, Polly by Kelvin, and Miss Palmer by Lord Salis bury, the two latter in foal to Van quisher, Mr N. G. Stoddart, two, Grace by Prince Royal—dam Polly by Major, and Gipsy by Major, Messrs Clark Bros. Missy^ in foal to Conqueror, Flower in foal to King of the Vanquisher, and Floss with foal at foot by Springbank; Mr T. Taylor, Molly, by Clansman, bred by Mr, E. Menlove, and Mr J. Grigg, Daisy, in foal to Sir William "Wallace. Very great interest was shown by a large number of spectators in this grand display of matrons, and the placing for honors occupied the judges a long time^ their duties on this occasion showing great care and study. Eventually the pride of place fell to Mr Small's Polly, Mr Jameson's Bell being accorded second honors, Mr Cunningham's Bess third, and Mr Jame son's Maggie fourth place. The next class (mares with two of progeny) brought out six competitors, Mr Taylor showing "Molly " with two year-old and yearling fillies ; Mr W. J. Stoddart "Polly," "Gipsy," and "Fanny," and Messrs Clarke Bros. " Missy" and " Floss." The quality of the whole ring was of a high order, and the judges differing, Mr Murdoch was called in to their assistance, and the award of honors was declared as follows, viz.: First prize, Mr Stoddart's Polly, and same exhibitor's Gipsy; highly com mended, Clarke Bros. Missy ; commended same exhibitor's Floss.

DOGS.

In the classes for Sheep dogs the judges were two of as reliable men as are to be found in the country—Messrs Donald Cameron and Malcolm Millar ; and they at once pointed out a defect in the classifying. Only two classes are provided —one for smooth, and one for rough coated collies, with of course a class for cattle dogs. In the rough-coated collie class, the judges suggested that in future provision should be made for the bearded collies, three of which were shown along with the rough coats, and had to be overlooked. Ori<3 of these was per haps the best dog in the show, but because he was a "beardie" he was overlooked. 1 Mr G. J. Cholmondeley's "Don," a welV appointed and keen looking black and tan, i got first position, Mr Lawry Rattray's "Tweed" coming second. There were I only four entries in the smoothed hair, ' all good-looking dogs, and the awards ■ were made to Mr J. Moore's "Lass," firsts, and Mr L, Rattray's "Jack " second.

DAIRY PRODUCE.

In dairy produce there were 81 entries, the competition in various classes being an improvement upon former years. For 31bs of separator butter, and Slbs ( of powdered butter, Mra McCruiness was the only exhibitor, showing four neat samples of good quality. For the best 31bs of fresh butter, without prints (other than separator)'there were cen entries, Mesdames Bland, Alington, Shearer, Paterson, Stephens, Ashton, McKenzie, - Small, Prebble, and Miss S. Wilson com- I peting. The quality and appearance of the exhibits in this class reflected credit upon the sevewl exhibitors, and the

judges bad some difficulty in fnally apportioning the awards. In giving their decision the judges remarked that the oxhibifa were amongst tho bast that had come under their observation. For the best 31 bs of fresh butter (extra prizj) there were eight entries by oxhibi-' tors in the previous class, Miss Wikou and Mrs Prebblw not competing. In Jh'.s class the exhibits were not, in one or two instances, quite up to the standrvd of tho previous clas'i, color and appearance taking }\vmy from the e3'jct.« of quality In the class for 31b-; of powdered butter Mesdamuss Shearer, Ashton, E. Moore, McKonzic, J. Small, and Probblo com peted, and the samples shown wore of a first-class order, color in one instance again caking away from the effect V»f preparation. In fancy butter only two exhibitors— Mesdanic? R. Clarku and J. Snr.ll — compete. The display, although ismnll, wa-i roost effective, and called forth general admiration. Both exhibitors displayed much artistic taste and patience in arrangement, and (hoir handicraft called forth special commendation from the judges, In the class 2Slbs of salted butter fit for export there were only two entries, a fact to be deplored as the export trade in butter to the English and Colonial market in the near future is likely to assume big proportions. The samples shown, although deposited with the secretary 21 days previously, were per fectly free troin taint or blemish, and were in every respect a first class exhibit. The competition for cheese (151bs) only brought out four exhibitors, namely Mosdames Horsey, J. Small, A. Mc- Kenaie, and Miss M. McKonssie. Mrs Small had three exhibits. The quality And appearance of die cheese was all that could be desired. For the best side of smoked bacon there •were eight entries, Mesdames J. Croy and Small, Messrs.!. Fletcher, T. Hoult, A. J. Huston, J. Sargent, and J. McGregor competing. The general excellence of these exhibits reflects the highest credit upon the bacon-curers of the district, the sample from tha Flemiugton factory Having a very marketable appearance, showing careful and studious preparation, while the exhibits fr«m the farmers com pared most favourably with those shown in former years. JJnsmok'ed bacon only brought forth four exhibits, three of which were of first class quality. In the bacon classes also the judges expressed themselves as highly pleased with the samples sent forward. The best two hams (smoked) brought out five competitors, viz., a sample cured at the Flemington Factory and exhibited by Mr J. Houston, two. samples by Mesdames Croy and Small; and one each by Messrs I. Fletcher, T. Hoult, J.-Sargent, and J. McGregor. The exhibits in this class were also go«d, and called forth general commendation. The- same remarks will apply to exhibits in the unsmoked class, There 'we're/no entries for spiced or corned beef, or for mutton hams. In eggs there were fifteen entries—the class being for hens' and ducks' eggs only. The judges had some difficulty in coming to a verdict in this class, the merits of the exhibits in many cases being nearly equal. An egg (hen's) weighing 4ozs, and measur ing 4- inches by Qh inches, was exhibited in this class—being the "big goose berry " of the occasion. In home-baked bread there were no l«ss than 42 exhibits —and remarkably good exhibits they were of the economical and thrifty housewife's 1 art, and also of the quality of the flour manufactured in the .district. Some of tho loaves, in ap pearance and whiteness, compared favor ably with the best baker's bread—an evidence chat many settlers in the district are blest with industrious partners ; and also, judging from the fact that a number of the exhibits were the handicraft of unmarried ladies, that there is a good ; time in store for some of the many bache i lors, in the district. ! There weri only two entries for the beat dish'jof honey—a neat exhibit, but calling for no special mention. | For the best collection of dairy pro i cluce, the best sack of spring wheat,, and best sack of short and long oats there were no entries. Mr J. Bonifant exhi bited-a very fair sample of barley, the only drawback to the exhibit being the > presence of a few grains of wheat. This was the only exhibit in grain.

IMPLEMENTS.

The _ implement yard. of.. the animal Show is perhaps the department of all others in, which the farmer, and more especially the young farmer, realises the educational value of the show. In the; im plement yard are shown all the new ideas inmachinery,thelafcesb aehievments in implements, and all are shown with their very best countenance on, for every machine, implement, or vehicle exhibited displays the highestperfectioninworkman ship and finish—isindeed dressed for show day. The rule now followed at most shows is a wise one—-that of simply affording space for exhibits, but offering no prizes. Exhibitors, therefore, are able to display their exhibits all together, and make far better use, of the show as an advertising medium thanthey were formerly abl»-to doV Initime&past, when prizes were offered there were many grumblings at the awards, and men who followed the shows in their sequence! up and down the country were able; with compdrative ease and w»nderful accuracy, when they knew beforehand the names of thepriaes to '*spot" the prizewinners in almost every department. Specially was this the case with colonial implement makers—the further they went away from their own headworks, and the nearer they came to that of their opponents, the fewer victories they scored. Now, all this is changed for the better, and the practical farmer in want of a machine or an imple ment of any kind sees samples of the, best in the market ranged in line, to choose from. v The first display site met in the yard is that occupied, by Messrs P. and D. Duncan, a firm who have made a name for themselves a 8 makers of ploughs that is known a long way outside of New Zea^ land. The ploughs they show this year, as well as the drills and other implements, are remarkable for their excellent finish. Butthis doesnotbyany weansmean simple attractiveness, in. paint and polish—and even in this direction of recent years the colonial firms have vastly improved—but in the genuine "finish" that the work man who has to use the tool understands best. Somehow or other about the Duncan ploughs there is. something the ploughman cannot help taking to, The nuts Jand bolts sejem. to work easier than most ; when the wrench is applied it seems somehow to keep its hold better, and does not suddenly alip round, letting round and endangering the skin, of the ploughman's hands. Everything about these implements that requires shifting in the exigencies of w«rk lies easily, to the workman's hand, and throughout the whole construction of the firm's ploughs, hoes, disc, and tine harrows, drills^ etc., the convenience of the workman and the, saving of his labor have been qjvi-efujfy kept in view, evidently by m.en, Vho, if not practical farmers have a wonderful aptitude fop taking hints that have been prompted by actual experience' in the field. The firm, in addition to the ordinary double and single furrow ploughs, show a double-furrow digging plough, fitted with the usual specially designed skeiths,: shares, and mould jboajc^. i-sio, that the soil is caught ancj b^oije'u, up Jin much the same way as, it. is, 'v&en a spa.de is used^ In,fact".fcJJKi. work- c\6ne by tfae "digger >v is. intended: to imitate, spade husbandry*; l^ey also hadi Upon the ground some hajylaoma exhibits in drills, for grain and pulse, for seed and manure ; horse hoes of several kinds j a. broad cast

sower, with force feed ; chain (yokes and swingle trees for four horses; the McCormick reaper showing Mr Keir's device applied for a direct driven sickle ; the same gentleman's patent gorse cutter, which we have mentioned on previous occasions ; a rough looking, but perfectly efficient potato planter ; and a complete .threshing plant with special feeder, and ■ chaff and cavings fan. Next in order was the site of Messrs Reid and Gray, a firm also of whom the colony may well bo proud. They, too, like the Duncans, exhibit ploughs of superb manufacture. In fact, nVplough, making our colonial manufotcurcrs have beaten out of the colonial market al together, and pui'cly , on..their...merits, rivals from all parts of the Old and Now World. This firm also exhibited a digging plough^ ploughs with skeiths ««t with swivel action, and ploughs with tixod skeiths. Alongside of these M rere grain and manure drills —the well-knownAjiglo- New Zealand drillsj being f prominent — dis j harrows ; chaff-cutters and bruisers, cm of the former having a bagger attach ment ; a hay rake that suggested the possession of great prehensile power ; a sturdy farm dray and frame ; with chain and block yokes and swingle trees for strong tsams ; binder'twine, etc. Booth, Mac Donald, arid Co., the enter prising Christchurch firm of implement makers came next, claiming attention for their admirable work in^ ploughs, and cultivators generally. ■ One three-furrow plough was shown ' with Carter's potato planter attached, a machine for which gre.it success is claimed in doing this usually tedious work, and superseding completely all manuil labor in putting in the sets. The disc harrow,. now so ponulnr throughout Canterbury as a cultivator, makes its appearance in good form, while 3-leaf heavy tined- harrows have a respectable representative. A useful "cellular grain and seed separator stands side by side with the Centienmial fanning mill, and with two such machines as these farmers need never sow dirty seed, Sowers both for grain and for turnips werejexhibited by the firm, as well as a wool press of Lough's patent, a turn over hay rake, and other items of interest, Andrews and Beaven have made chaffcutters their specialty and their machines are now to be found at work in every part of the Australian colonies. The firm had six entries, three being chaff cutters in sizes up to the .largest and with all their well known accessories, as well as some that are less so because new. An improved horse gear, from 4to 6-horse power, specially designed for working the class of machines made by?the exhibitors, was'shown along with a corn-cru3her, and a grass-seed cleaner,,specially constructed for cocks foot. Mr F. Ferriman, of Ashburton, entered a Fowler s traction engine, which he had at work-ou the ground to '.'show its paces " and its easy workijig. Ho also entered a Kell's Anglo-American. drill— an all-ground sowei that commends itself at first sight to the farmer, and the still invincible, "The Farmer's " fanning mill. The Walter A. Wood Co. were to the front again with their reapers and mowers, the " Single Apron " harvester, a machine largely improved this year, and shown with transport, being dilated upon to the the farmers by Mr R. McClain, an ex pert, whose-name is now familiar to Ash burton farmers. A horse rake made up the Company's entry. In reapers and binders generally we might just, enumerate in a word the machines entered, all of which have some novelty or other to commend themselves to the farmers, for in no department of mechanics has the inventive genius of both England and America been more largely or more keenly exercised to effect improvements than in harvesting machi nery :—The Massey, two machines, one with stationary axle, and one to raise and lower, shown by ; Friedlander Bros. '; the BuckeyeFramelessEtevatorßinder,«hown by the Buckeye Harvester Company; Hornsby, shown with travelling equm ment and sheaf carrier—exhibited by Mr George Jameson; the Bi-antford, 6fc and 7ffc cut—entered by Mr D. Thomas ; the McCormick—Messrs Orr and Go's exhibit; and the Deering, for which Mr J. G» Restell stood sponsor. In the miscellaneous entries there remain to be noticed wire fencing; with patent dropper, shown by Mr Gf. A. Power ; a collection of sack trucks and a circular saw bench for firewood-the entry as well as the of Mr T. E. Kilworth, of Ashburton ; an engine and combine, entered to show.Mr"W,, Hayman's patent feeder and chaff blnwe* while in the same line Mr F. Fkvall exhibited his patent separating check feeder. Mr George Jameson showed one of Hornsby's R D D doubJe-furrow ploughs, and Mr E. Herring, Alford, showed a handsome and strong grain lorry for the transit ot heavy loads of grain. Mr E. F. Wright entered a lime distributor, which farmers would, no doubt, find useful in spreading over their land the powerful fertilising agent «re have so near our doors and in so great abundance. Mr P., J. HenleyVpatent skimming, pulverising, and plough attachments were catalogued, as weJl as a most unique bttt'evidently efficient machine for coiling wire, shown by Messrs Page and Reid. In the coach builders' departments, Messrs Baker and Brown were to have shown an excellent Whitechapel cart provided with a patent appliance for shifting the seat, and a sociable, trap but were prevented from doing so on account o( the weather. Messrs J. R. SteeJe and Son shoved a double-seated buggy any man would ba proud to own, a rustic cart, and two Wlntechapels. These vehicles in work and material had been turned out "with- Qut spot or blemish." and showed that one need n«t go outside Asliburfcon to gee well supplied in this line. Mr C. Grant's clever invention for th& slidins back wards or forwards and instantaneous, fastening of seats for vehicles was alaw shown, and doubtless as at it becomes; better known will come largely into, ase,, for certainly it is a great convenience wheni one wants to shift the sent of a two wheeled trap to be able to do it in one turn of the wrist, and with perfect safely.

EXTRA EXHIBITS.

Mrs Taylor exhibited two samples of blackberry jam and apple jelly; Mrs John Doyle a sample each of'apple jelly, pump kin jam, and quince jam ; Mr A.. W. Randall, 24 bundles of splendid rhubarb ; and Mr F. Ferriman samples of patent scour and lunsj-worm mixture. In the produce shed Mr James/ Besel tine showed two complete sets, of busrgy harness, one in tan leather and nickel silver mountings, the other .in black leather and similar mountings. These showed very nicely finished work with double fhand-sewn seams, and very good quality of mountings and buckles Mr W. Zander had a very neatly fitted up case d! ornamental hair work, roa de up m Ashburton. The case aC con tamed a choice variety of toilet wquisites. Mr A. Orr, as usual, displayed a very attractive stall of New ZeEwchE manufactures, consisting of tweeds in the piece and made up in suits, tartans, flannels, blankets, hosiery, woollen dress goods, ruga, shawls, woollen, yarns, and shirts from,, the factories of the Roslya an.il Kaiapoi companies. This stall showed: , superior quality of those WDoJften n>inufacfcui<es at a glance, and the vwious; patterns (some 50 .in number) «f the-, piece goods were attractively, displayed., and arranged very tastefully, the whole> forming an excellent exhibit, and during: the day were examined by a large number ot visitow. Mr Orr also showed a choice jiissortment of ladies and gents' boots;, ana sh^es, o( German, French, and

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Holloway's Pima—Health or Wealth? —No sane person would hesitate an instant in the choice between these two conditions. Now ia the season to secure the former, either by restoring or confirming it. These pills expel all impurities from the system which fogs, foul vapours, and variable temperatures engendered duringwinter. This medicine also act 3 most wholesomely upon the skin by dirgorging the liver of its accumulated bile, and by exciting the kidneys to more energetic action ; it increases the appetite for food and strengthens the diges tive process. The stomach and liver, with wnich most disorders originate, are fully under the control of these regenerative pills, which act very kindly, yet more efficiently, n the tender bowels. , Statutory Declaration.—l, Franz Raabe, ' Ironbark, Sandhurst, in the colony of Vic toria, Australia, do solemnly and sincerely declare that on the 2flth June, 1877, my son Alfred, six years of age, was accidentally hurt with an axe on his knee. lat once took all pains to secure medical assistance. How ever, in spite of all efforts, on the 27th August, 1877, the opinion was given by Dr Micgillivray that an amputation of the injured limb had become imperative, in order tT save life. At this juncture I called en Messrs Sander and Sons, procuring some of r-he;r Extract of Eucalyptus Globulus, and by the application of the same I had the satisfaction of seeing my son, within a fort night out of all danger, and to-day he ia recovered. I may just add that it was when thg crisis had been reached that the Extract referred iq was first applied, and I make this solemn deda.raiti.uVs fc — Franz Raabe, Declared at SandHiii-afc, ty the colony for Victoria, Australia, this seventeenth day of October, one thousand eight hundred and gevcinty.seyen, before me, MoritzCohn, J.J?.,



Public Notices Spring and Summer, 1890. TRY THE NEW ZEALAND CLOTHING FACTORY FOR Men's Colonial TWEED SUITS, Boys' and Youths' Colonial TWEED SUITS. HATS.—Wo keep the Largest and Best Selection. Hats made to measure. SUITS MADE TO MEASURE. Besh workmanship put in every garment, .. a perfect tit guaranteed. Large Selection of Boys' Knicker Suits. Ties, Shirts, Collars, Braces, &c, in Latest Fashion mid Style. Bust Value for Cash in Distkict NEW Z EA I AN D DOTING FACTORY W. II WEBBER, Manager



wanted ' CASH Advertisements under this heading not exce=?dtn SIXTEEN WORDS. 1/-. Addresses may bs left at this Office. OWN make purest boiled SweetsT Importations selected from beat makers': Fry's and Cadbury's chocolates. Renton's Dimedin biscuits at H. G. Flower's, East Street. ; "TTTANTED Known—The "Strong- VV wear " Boot is the best for Men, ndies and Children.—W. H. Collier. >, \ I / ANTED Known -Ladies Stocking v > with Silk Toea and Heels m black and colors. Is 6d per pair.—W. H. Oollier. OUTS, BOOTH. "Keep yom foe Dry and save Doctor's Bills, liave a splendid Stock in now. Try ny Double-solod Shooters. Every pair Guaranteed. Robem Alcorn, AsliburJ ton Clothintr Mart, Saunders' Buildincs. t t T ANTED Known.- For Dress Stiirts VV Prints, <fee., Trimmings to match go to Melford House. Best value in town.—H. C Segbrs. W~ ANTED Known.—For SheetiiigT Tablinga, Calicoes, Quilts, Towels, Table Napkins, Tray Cloths, D'Oyleys, &c, go to Melford House.—H. C. Segers. WANTED every man m the County to have a suit of the Ashburton Tweeds.—Robert Alcorn, Ashburton Clothing Mart, Satmder's Buildings. ANTED Known.—For first-class Millinery and Drapery (marked cheap) go to Melford House, New Goods usfc opened.-^-H. C. Segers, \ X /ANTED Kn6wn"The Cheapest Vv Shop to buy Tinware and Gal vanised Iron goods in Ashburton, is at W. F. H,vnnapori>'s, Burnett Street. A arge stock kept on hand. Tin and Iron ware goods made and repaired with dea a ipi



Public Notices. *" THE ELECTORS OF the Ashburton District are invited not to pledge their Votes until they have heard the views of all Candi dates coming before them. 10 179 D" ABpKEST AFRICA, cheap edition now arrived. First supply limited. New Books, New Stationery, New Fancy Goods and Novelties all at reduced prices. Large assortment of New Music of every description. Pianos on hire and forsale on terms. Orders received for Book binding of every kind.—L. F. Andbewes &0o TO THE ELECTORS OF ASHBURTON. • r^|ENTLEMEN~ I Having been requested by many of the Electors of this District to offer myself as a Candidate to represent your interests in Parliament, I have much pleasure in placing my services at your disposal. I will arrange at an early'dato to address you at every convenient centre of population throughout the District. I have the honor, to be Your ObedientSServantt t 10 147 EDWARD G. WRIGHT. SEEDS- SEEDS. VEGETABLE SEEDS EARLY SF.ED POTATOES,— Including j "THE BEAUTY QF BATH," Which last season produced on Mb Doherty's land, Tinwald, the enormous yield of some thing over SEVENTEEN TONS PER ACRE. FIFTY POUNDS (Wlbs) of "The Beauty of Bath" Seed produced THIRTEEN and THREE-QUARTER BAGS of Superb Potatoes A. W. RANDELL FRUITGROWER, &c, ASHPURTON 8 39 JAMES BAKER, TIMBER MERCHANT, HAVELOCK STREET j Opposite Harbisons Auction Mart, ! XT AS IN STOCK Large Supplies of— Building Timber; Shakes and Posts, Galvanised Corrugated Iron, Builders Ironmongery, Turnery, Furniture and Fancy Goods IN ENDLESS VARIETY. FURNITURE MADE TO ORDER IN ANY DESIGN AT SHORTEST NOTICE Sole Agent in Ashburton for Clegg s Perambulators. FISHING SFASON, 1890. FISHIinG TACKLE, F. IE ■Q J( l Oiji pIV 1890 %T A 1891 TUST arrived, ex " DORIC " from best fj English and American Manufac turers a large and well assorted stock of all Fishing requisites. Rods, Lines, Reels, Minnows, Flies, Gail Hooks, single, double and treble, Mountings, assorted Hooks; Waterproof Stockings, India Rubbercrack proof Gum Boots, water proof Fish Bags In great variety, including latest pat terns. Every article of the season at lowest prices. Fishing Licenses can now be obtained rom me. ALSO.—New Stock of CRICKETING and TENNIS MATERIALS. W. ZANDER, Direct Importer Fishing Tackle. Tobbacconist and Fancy Goods. Ladies and Gentlemen's Hairdresping Saloon TN CONSEQUENCE OF THE Late Strike, an utter collapse o? the RETAIL DRAPERY and CLOTHING TRADES ha 3 taken place, and the business of the Wholesale Houses is paralysed, and their Warehouses Blocked with the Season's Shipments; consequently any one in * position to buy could have done so at Xhelr own Price and TcrntA. Fortunately for the undersigned, they j not being overstocked, were able to clear lines at prices which will convince our friends, and the public of Ashbur ton,, when they see the selling quota tions now marked in Plain Figures on our Goods that the foregoing state ment regarding the Wholesale Stocks is perfectly reliable. Mitchelt C- ftiurnetd itohelJLj <X lurnkjl\ . KAIAPOI HOUSE. FOR SALE. rnWELVB McCORMICK WIRE JL BINDERS. All in perfect work ing order. CHEAP. 10*144 FRIEPLANDER £ROS,