Hriedlander, 1. J. Stringfellow, 2. Chat- he. J. Grigg, c Five Falfbred Ram?,under 18 months, the progeny of merino ewes, by Lincoln or Lei cester rams—W. M. Lyttleton, 1. M Friedlander, 2 and h c W. M. Lyttleton, £1 Is, for the best five half-bred rams under 18 months, thr progeny of .Merino ewes, by Lincoln or Lei cester rams—M. Friedlander 1 Five Halfbred ewes under 18 months, the progeny of merino ewes, by Lincoln or Lei cester rams—W. M. Lytttleon, 1. F. M. Rickman 2 and h c W. M. Lyttleton, £1 Is, for the best five Half-bred ewes, under 18 months, the progeny of merino ewes, by Lincoln or Leicester rams—F. M. Rickman 1 FAT SHEEP : Five merino wethers, suitable for butchers' purposes—J. Bonifant 1 Five crossbred wethers, by Down rams— M. Friedlander 1 and 2 Five crossbred wethers, any breed—M. Friedlander 1 and 2. J. Stringfellow h c LAMBS. Five fat lambs, any breed—M. Fried lander, 1 and 2

CATTLE.

Mr Duncan Cameron, £2 2s, for largest prizetaker in cattle SHOKTHORN. Judge*—Messrs John Ferguson, S. Gar forth. Marshal —A. Protheroe. Bull of any age—J. Grigg, Oxford Duke of Cambridge 11, 1. J Small, Baronet, 2 (Tow of any age in milk —J. Small, Beauty, Cow of any age, in calf—J. Grigg, Moss Rose, I J. Small, 2 J. Small, Star, h c Heifer two years old—J. Grigg 1 and 2 J, Small h c and c Yearling heifer—J, Small, 1 AYRSHIRE Judge—Messrs James Little. Marshal-—Mr W. J. Silcock Bull of any age—R, Clarke, Tamo'Shanter, 1, Sir Redmond 2 Yearling Bull—R. Clarke, Scottie, 1 Cow of any age in milk—Henry Potter, Ruby, 1 R. Clarke, Maggie Warnock VI, 2, Maggie Warnock I, h c Cow of any age in calf—F. M. Rickman, Rose, 1 M, Millar, Lily, 2 R, Clarke, Maggie Warnock 11, h c, Maggie Warnock VII, c Heifer two years old—R. Clarke, Maggie Warnock VIIII, Maggie Warnock IX 2 Yearling Heifer—R. Clarke 1 and 2 JERSEY Bull of any age—Todhunter and Dowding 1, J. Tucker 3, John Gilmour h c Cow of any age in milk—Todhunter and Dowding, Lubra, 1, Duchess 2, Myrtle h c Cow of any age in calf—Todhunter and Dowding 1, J. Tucker 2 Heifer above one year old —Todhunter and Dowding 1 ANY OTHER BREED Judges—Messrs John Ferguson and S. Gar forth Marshal—Mr A. Protheroe. Cow of any age in milk— T. Rollitt. 1 Cow of any age in calf—J. Small 1 Milch Cow of any age or breed, in full profit—J. Small 1, M. Millar 2 H. C. Segers, £1 Is, or goods of that value for the best Cottager's Cow in milk, where not more than two are kept—T. Rollitt, Polly 1, H. Potter, Ruby h c, ¥• Bennison, Darkle v h c, John Alcorn, Daisy, c FAT CATTLE Fat Bullock or Steer—W; J; Silcock 1, James Smith 2, J. Small h c and c Fat Cow or Heifer—T< Rollitt 1, J. Small 2

HORSES.

The President's Prize, Silver Cup, value £5 ss, for the largest prizetaker in horses.— J. Grigg. DRAUGHT HORSES. Judges—Messrs J. Goldie and J. Donaldson. Marshals—Messrs Denis MeKendry, C. Reid, H. Rosendale, J. Jamieson, junr,, and P. Willliams. Jobn Grigg, £5 ss, for the largest prizetaker in draught horses—J. Small. Entire horse of any age—J. Small, Lord Cranley, four years, by Laird o! Kilbride, dam Miss Palmer, by Lord Salisbury. F. M. Riokman, Protection, by Extinguisher, dam Maggie, 2. John Gilmour, Kelvin, by Prince Royal, dam by Napoleon, 3. Entire horse three years old—Anthony Thompson, Statesman, 1. Entire colt; two years old—W. Jamieson, Bloomfield, 1. E. Church, Pride of Strath more, 2. Mare in foal, or with foal at foot—J. Sheerer, Queen ot Bankers, 1. W. Jamie son, Maggie, 2. J. Small, Minnie, 3. Mare, to be shown with two of her progeny -—J. Small, Miss Palmer, 1. J. Shearer, Queen of the Bankers, 2. J. Small, Minnie, 3. Dry mire of any age—J, Shearer, Flora McDonald, 1; P. Cunningham, Meg, 2 ; T. Taylor, Little Mary, h c Three-year-old draught filly—J. Bishop, Fanny 1; J. Small, Lady 2; McCormick Bros.*, Mary c James Stark, £3 3*. for best three year old draught filly—J. Bishop 1 Filly two years old—J. Shearer Blink Bonny, 1 Yearling filly—J. Small, 1 ; Todhunter, and Oowding, 2; J. Small, h c Daniel MeKendry, £1 Is, for the best Yearling filly by Diplomacy—Todhunter and Dowding, 1 Gelding of any age—J. Grigg, Harry, 1; J. Grigg, Bob, 2; VV. Jamieson, he ; J. Small, Prince, c , Gelding three years old~T. Taylor, Major,

Gelding two years old—J. Small, Wallace, 1; J. Small, Champ, 2; Denis McKendry, Tom/ho Yearling colt or gelding—T. Taylor, 1; R. Clarke, 2; R. Lyne, ho;J. Small, c James Stark, £2 2s, for the beat Yearling draught colt—T, Taylor, 1 Daniel McKendry, £1 Is, for the best yearling colt by Diplomacy—R. Lyne, 1 Wm Patching, horse cover, for best year ling draught colt or filly—T. Taylor, 1 Mare or gelding suitable for a carrier's cart, up to 30 cwt—J. Grigg, Damsel, 1 ; A. W. Randell, Geordie, 2 j VV. H. Collins, Charlie, h c Team of two horses (mare or gelding, or pair of either sex) of any age, in regular work, the bona fide property of ex hibitor—J. Grigg, Bob and Harry, 1; J. Shearer, 2; T. Taylor, h c Team of three horses of any age, in regu work, the bona fide property of exhibitor — R. Clarke, 1 ; J. Small, 2. BLOOD STOCK. Judges—Messrs J. S. Rutherford and A, Barker Marshals—Messrs G. A. M. Buckley, T. E. Upton and D McCormick Entire horse of anyage—J. Grigg, Xerxes, by Bundoora, dam Zantha, 1. E. Cookson, Phoenix, by Quamby, dam Lady Clare, 2 Entire Colt 2 years old—W, Chisnall, Mereworth, 1 , a . . ( , t Brood Mare m foal or with foal at foot — Donald McLean, Ludicrous 1, I)r Tweed, Mollyßawn2 Colt or Gelding 2 years old—J. Tweedy, Geordie 1 Filly 2 years old—G, T, Spjith, Lapwing 1 Yearling Filly—Dr Tweed 1, T, Holmes 2 Judge—Messrs S. Lee and F, Overton. CARRIAGE HOUSES Marshals—Messrs G. H, Alington, E. Cook, son, G, Croskell, vf. A. Johnson and \\ . JH. Holmore Entire Horse of any age-J. R. Begg, Boomerang 1, M. Friedlander, Blackwood Abdallahi ,  N.Z. Farmers' Co-Operative Association, £225, for the besfc Carriage Entire—J. X, Begg, Boomerang 1 Entire Horse 3 years !>ld-Lovegro\rj Bros, Transit Royal 1, A... W, Eandell, Marquis of Granhy 2 <.** Brood Mare in foal or with foal at loot-- M. JBriedlander, Kate 1, J. Grigg, Polly 2, Dr Tweed, Kitty Brownell, he Mare or Gelding 3 years oid— A. IW. Cowan, Glencarry 1, T, N. Digby 2 Colt or Gelding 2 years old-&. A. M. Buckley, Bunthorne 1, T. N. Digby 2, M. Friedlauder he , Yearling Colt or Gelding—J. R, «egg> Toronto 1, J. Grigg 2 Filly two years old—M. Fnedlander I, Ji. Taylor 2, Denis McKendry v h c Yearling Filly—F. Standish 1, J. Oroy, Rose 2 Pair of Buggy Horses, 15 hands or under— D. Brick 1 Buggy Horse, 15 hands 2 inchea or under —F. \icCafferty 1, J. Croy 2, J. Grigg h c Dogcart Horse (mare or gelding) —W. M. Lyttleton, Poacher ], I»r Leahy, Glamour 2, J. Grigg, H«ctor c M. Stitt, 1% 2s, for the best Pogcarb

Horse (mare or gelding) to be shown in har oess and driven—W. M. Lyttleton 1 Tandem Team (mare or gelding or pair of either sex) the bona fide property of ex hibitor— M. Friedtander 1 HACKNEYS Mare or gelding suitable for farmer's Whiteohapel Cart (the bona fide property of i farmer) —R. Fraser, Captain, 1; F. M. ttickman, Bobby Goklfinder, 2; W. An »ove, Nellie, c Roadster or hack (mare or gelding) up 1 o L4at weight—J. Grigg, Matariki, 1; P. Cunningham, Rasper, 2; G. A. M. Buckley, Oardale, v h c Roadster or hack (mare or gelding) up to 12sfc weight—J. Grigg, Hazel, 1; Chatmoss Estate, Sally, 2 Roadster or hack (mare or gelding) fit to carry not loss than lOst weight—E. W. Roberts, 1; P. Cunningham, 2 ; McCormick j Bros., Kate, he; B. Hanks, h c Ladies' hack (mare or gelding)— Miss M. Grigg, Kirripaka, 1 J. G. Cox, Minnie, 2 Miss Houston, Maud, c Win. Anderson, lady's whip for the best lady rider—Mrs Allison Cob (mare or gelding) not exceeding 14£ hands high—J. Grigg, Bantam, 1 W. Baxter, 2

I Donald Williamson, £2 2s, for the best walking horse—B. Hanks, 1 M. Friedlander £1 10s 6d, for the best horse (mare or gelding) by Blackwood ' Abdallah—Dr Leahy, Glamour HUNTERS Judges—Messrs J. S. Rutherford and A. Barker Marshals—Messrs M. Sbitfc, F. McCafferty, H. H, Wright, and Dan. McKendry Hunter up to 14sb —P. Cunningham, Rasper, 1 Miss A. Grigg, Matariki, 2 Hunter up to list—Miss H. Grigg, j Gamester, 1 PONIES Entire pony of any age, not exceeding 14 hands high —W. J, Silcock, Brilliant, 1 A. Wilkie, Tom Tib, 2 Pony (mare or gelding), not exceeding 14 hands high, and thoroughly quiet to ride. To be shown in saddle, and ridden by a boy or girl—G. A. M. Buckley, Banjo, 1; E. Healey, Capsize, 2; Eric Orr, Prince, 3 Pony (mare or gelding), not exceeding 13 hands high, and thoroughly quiet to ride. To be shown in saddle, and ridden by a boy or girl—F. Henry, 1j R, Clarke, Zoe, 2; T. Holmes, Jimmy, 3; H. F. Britton, Spa, c

LEAPING MATCH.

G. A. M. Buckley's Cardale, 1 PONY LEAPING MATCH. His Worship the Mayor of Ashburton, £2 2s, for the pony not exceeding 14 hands high that clears the highest bar not less than 3 feet from the ground—Tom Sawle's Spider 1 PONY TROT. F. Henry, 1 ; E. Healy, 2

HORSE-SHOEING.

Judges—Messrs C. Penfold and A. McFar lane. Marshal—J. Choak. Best shod hack—J. Orr and Co £1 Is, in addition to the Association prize —H. Mc- Connell, 1; John Stephens, h c Best 3hod draught horse-H, Zander, £1 Is, in addition to the Association prize— John Stephens, 1; C. Clark, vh c

PIGS.

Judge—Mr J. H. Green. Marshals—Messrs H, and T. Hunt. BERKSHIRE. For the best Boar over 12 months old— J, Rowe, Sultan 11., 1; J Rowe, Northern Chief, 2 For the best Boar under 12 months old— J. Rowe, Windsor Tom, 1 ; F. M. Rickman, Darkey, h c For the best Boar under 6 months old— J. Rowe, Colonial, 1 For the best Bow over 12 months old— J. Rowe, Windsor Las, 1 For the best Sow under 12 months old— J. Rowe, Pansy, 1 For the best Sow under 6 months old— J. Rowe, Windsor Pet, 1 ; J. Rowe, Little Wonder, 2 For the best Sow, with litter of not less than 6, under 2 months old—J. Rowe, Duchess 111., 1; F. M. Rickman, Rose, 2 YORKSHIRE BREED. For the best Boar over 12 months old — J. Rowe, Windsor, 1 I-or the best Boar under 12 months old — J. Rowe, Ben, 1; J. Rowe, Silver King, 2 For the best Sow over 12 months. old — J. Rowe, Pride, 1; J. Rowe, Countess, 2 For the best Sow under 12 months old— J. Rowe, Windsor Puss, 1 For the best Sow, with litter of not less than 6, under 2 months old—J. Rowe, Pride of Canterbury, 1

DOGS.

Judges—Messrs H. McCrostie and Donald Cameron. Marshals—Messrs R. B. Jeffs and M. Redmayne. SHEEP DOGS. For the best smooth-coated Collie Sheep Dog or Slut —D. McKay, Maggie, 1; T. Stephens, Shot, 2 For the best rough-coated Collie Sheep Dog or Slut —Miss Ida Mather, Sable, 1; L. H. .Vebster, Sancho, 2; F. M. Rickman, Toss, h c

PRODUCE.

Judges—Messrs A. Candy, T. Lord, and P. Hanrahaa Marshals—Messrs J. Tncker, D. Williamson, and J. Scaly. The President's prized silver cup, value £5 ss, for largest prize-taker in produce. For the best 31bs Separator Butter (with prints)—J. Grigg 1, 2, and h c For the best 31bs Powdered Butter (separator—J. Grigg 1, 2, and h c For the best 31bs Fresh Butter, without prints, other than separator—Mrs Weston 1, J. Small 2, Mrs J. Croy h c, Mrs Prebble c lor the best 31bs Powdered Butter, other than separator—Mrs Weston 1, Mrs Prebble 2, Mrs Prebble h c, J. Small c " Weekly Press," £1 Is, for the best Powdered Butter—Mrs Weston 1 For the best display of Fancy Butter not less than 21bs, quality to be taken into consideration, other than separator —'Mrs R. Clarke 1, J. Small 2 Stephens Bros., £1 Is, for the best display of Fancy Butter (must be pure)— Mrs R. Clarke 1 For the best keg"of Salted Butter, lit for exportation, not less than 2Slbs, butter to have beea deposited with the Secretary not less than 28 days previous to the show—Mrs E. Richards 1 For the best Colonial Cheese cf not less than 151bs—Mrs Horsey 1, Mrs Prebble 2. Shaw Crosland h c Side of Bacon (smoked)—B. Hampton, cured by T. Hoult, 1, S. Thomas, cured by R. Lewis, 2 Side of Bacon (unsmoked)—B. Hampton, cured by T. Hoult, 1, W. J. Silcock 2, J. Small lie, Mrs J. Croy c Tv- • Hams (smoked) —S. Thomas, cured by R. riewis, 1, B. Hampton, cured by T. Hoult, 2 Two Hams (unsmoked) —B. Hampton, cured by T, Hoult, 1, Mrs J. Croy 2, W. J. Sileoek k c Twelve Hen Eggs—Mrs Horsey 1 and 2, J. Small h c Twelve Duck Eggs—J. Small I, Mrs Horsey 2 Two 41b loaves of Home-made Bread—J. Small 1, Miss Annie Jamieson 2, Miss E. Richards v ho, Mra Horsey h c E. G. Wright, Esq., M.H.R., first prize £2 2s, second prize £1 Is, for the best exhibit of Home-made Bread, to be made with yeast only—J. Small 1, Miss Annie Jamieson 2 T. Rollitfc, £1 or Sack of Flour, for the best two loaves of Bread made from flour ground in the Canterbury MiU~Miss Aume Jamieson 1 Ijosfc dish of Honey —P. Auderson 1, Mrs W. Croy 2, P. 4nderson h c Collection of Field Prodme—W. J. Silcock T. Rollitt, Sack of "Supreme" Flour value £1, for the best sample of Wheat in each Class, No. 1 and 2. Class I—Long berried, Tuscan, Pearl, Hunters', Class 2— Talavera, Velvet, Red Chaff, Confined to county—J Choak

SMALL BIRDS.

Ist prize £! Hjs, l2ml prize J2s—K. Oroy, 450 dozen 1, Bland and Kooney, 212 dozen 2

HOW ARE YOU?

' Quite well, thank you, since using Aulsebrook's Arrowroot Biscuits. They are made roe so strong."— [Adyt TO MAKE Nicest Scones, Nicest Pastry, Nicest Cakes, Use Self-Rajsing Flour,

TELEGRAPHIC.

HOME AND FOREIGN.

[PEE PRJESS ASSOOIATION.] * CHICAGO EXHIBITION. London, October 27. It is reported that the Prince of Wales and the Duke of York will visit Chicago Exhibition during the I summer, UGANDA. The " Daily News " says that it is ! quite -possible that the Government will administer affairs in Uganda though declining to assist the British East Africa Company. Mr Chamber lain says that it would be both cowardly and silly to surrender Uganda. MAJOR LEOARON'S BOOK. Mr J. J. O'Kelly and other Irish men mentioned in Major LeOaron's book intend to take proceedings against the author for libel. THE HOUSE OF LORDS. Lord Salisbury in an article in the " National Review " on the constitu tional revision question, ridicules the idea of force being applied to the House of Lords, which, he says, always bows to the real declaration of the will of the nation. KANAKA LABOR. The correspondence which passed between the London Missionary Society and Sir Samuel Griffith, with reference to the employment of Kanaka labour in Queensland, has been pub ]ished. The " Daily News, commenting on the matter, says that it will cost more than the colony can afford to provide ade quate protection for the Kanakas. WORKING CLASS INVEST MENT. In his evidence before the Labor Commission, the Registrar of Friendly Societies stated that the total invest ments of the working classes amounted to 218 millions.

INDIAN RISING SUPPRESSED.

New York, October 27. The Mexicans have suppressed the Indian rising in El Pasco country, on the border of Texas. The whole tribes were annihilated, and 415 troops killed. WARSHIP CONDEMNED. The United States warship Mohican, struck the rock's in Behring Sea, and will probably be condemned.

AUSTRALIAN.

DAMAGE TO CROPS.

Brisbane, October 28. Continuous rain is general over the Golony, and it is Kkely to do great damage to the wheat crops in the Darling Downs district, where harvest ing is about to begin. CABLE RATES. Referring to the Queensland opinion respecting cable reconstruction, the Hon T. Um&k said the Government would not assist a monoply to prevent the formation of an independent Cable Company. The Government had entered into an arrangement for a cable to New Caledonia, and he thought they would be defeating their own object by helping to pay a subsidy to the present company.

THE UNION S.S. COMPANY.

Sydney, October 28. The Coal Lumpers' Union have passed a resolution urging the Liberal and Democratic members of Parlia ment to oppose the granting of a subsidy or other concession to the Union Steamship Company of New Zealand, on the grounds that they compel their employees to join a sick and accident fund over which they have no control; that the employees are compelled to state they belong to no trade organisation and will not join such organisation while in the com pany's employ ; also that the company's works and head-quarters are situated in another colony, thus giving little work to citizens who are called upon to contribute to the subsidy.

INTERPROVINCIAL.

Wanganci, October 28. The Premier arrived in Wanganui this afternoon, and was accorded a hearty re ception by his constituents. He was pre sented with an address welcoming him back, and exprsssfng regret at his illness, and pleasure at his parthl recovery. The Premier in a short address in reply, said words failed to express his feelings, and thanked them heartily for the kind wishes and reference to Mrs Ballance. He said the sympathy he had received from fell parts of the colony was very gratifying to him. He was advisx) the the most potent medicine —perfect rest —and had come to Wanganui. Wklmhgtof, October 28 A three-year-old child named Dawson, was killed at Petone yesterday, having its head crushed by the wheel of a fish care.

ATHLETICS.

C.A.A.C. SPRING MEETING. (per press association; Christchuroh, October 28. The first day's sports of the Canterbury Amateur Athletic Club's spring meeting were held at Lancaster Park to-day. Uhe weather was fine, but a .strong east wind blew across the ground, lhe attendance was good, and the track in first-class order W. J. b. Hayward reduced the New Zealand three mile bicycle record to Bmin 37 3 sth sec. Results were as follows :— One Mile Walk. —C. Louisson, 70yd.«, 1; J. Lamber 1-, 65yds, 2, Time —7mi'n 25 3-sth sec 100 Yards Flat.—L. W. Harley, (Wellington A.A.C.), 1 ; L. Broad, 2 ; F. S. Frankish, 3. Won by six inches. li me —10 2-sth sec. Half-Mile Flat (Ma'tfea).— W.Beadel 1, F. W. Rolleston 2. Time-2mm 7' 2-sth sec, . 120 Yards Hurdle*.—W. J. Moir 1, John Moir 2. Time -17 3-sthsec, Quarter-Mile Flat.-J. F. Patrick 1 I). Matson t,-W. Mendelson t. A splendid race. Time—s4 2-sth sec. PPOTIIN« THE STONE.-W. C. N. Wig ley, 3(Jffc 4^in (including Ift 8m liandicap) 1, W. J. Moir. scr, 36ft, 2 I One Mile Championship.—C. G. Kees 1 C Clark 2, 0. Rides 3. A magnificent race'until fifty yards from the tape, when CHrk retired ben ten. Itees won oy thirty yards. Time-4min. 34 3-sth sec. Three Mile Bicycle Hanwcap.- W I R Hayward, scr, 1; H. inoinas, 150ydB,'a; Ii P. Clarkson 100 yds, ». Hayward soon cut down his held and u-.u by eighty yards, Tiine-Bmin 37 3-sth S°l2o Yauus Hupdlbs (Maiden).- -S. F. TTiplpv 1• H. Williamson, 2-, I. b. SMF. W. Grig,, and J ; hn Moir, dead heat, A granp race, all the competitors jumping the last, hurdle almost gimultrneously, iiroe—waec

Half Mile Flat.—A. J. Leggatt, 1; •X G. Rees, 2; J. Fitzp-itrick, 3. Another grand race. Time—2min 3 2-stl sec. _^^___—

SPORTING.

ASHBURTON RACING CLUB.

Nominations for tne Handicaps at the ensuing Spring Meeting of the Ashburton Racing Club close to-night at nine o'clock, it the Commercial Hotel,

THE MELBOURNE CUP MEETING.

fIKK PKESa ASSOCIATION.) Melbourne, October 27. The following are the tips of the lead ing sporting writers for the principal events at the meeting :—" Ribbleden," for the Melbourne Stakes, selects Bunge bah, Paris, Portsea or Pygmalion ; foi the Victorian Derby, Camoola, Mcli, A aim ; for the Matibyrnong Plate j Anstei or Zeph to win, with Fairfield and Wan a^nella to fill the places; for the Mel bourne Cup, he relies upon Portsea or Cauioola to take first place, and thinks Candour and Malolo should supply the second and third horsen. " Asniodeus ' fancies Paris, Bungebah, and The Ad miral, or Redfearn's best in the order named, for the Stakes ; Oamoola, Can dour, and Azim for the Derby ; Zeph, Wanganella, Fairfield for the Plate, He considers Camoola, Portsea, Clonard, Forty Winks, and Correza are the best in the Cup, and that they should pass the post in the order named. "Caspian" goes for the Stakes with Bungebah, Paris, Autonomy; for the Derby, Camoola, Azim, Candour; Lr the Plate, Wanga nella, Burrawang, Zeph, or La Gloria. " Freelance" makes his selections;, as follows : —For the fctakss, Bungebah or Trieste; for the Derby, Camoola, The Cap tain j Azira; for the Plate, Wanga nella or La Gloria ; for the Cup, Uionard, Correze, Oamoola. Melbourne, October 28. The following are the acceptors for the Derby;—Azim, Elswick, Woolf, Mcli, Jonathan, Candour, Calculus, Ulric, Donation, Camoola, Gold Top, Mainstay, The Captain, Royal. Maribyrnong Plate—Sailor Prinse, Valala, Shortbolt, Anster, Curraway, The Dauphin, Glowworm, La Gloria, Zeph, Vestatia, Soprano, Wanganella, Fairfield.

RICCARTON NOTES.

Chbistchurch, October 29. The weather for the past few days has been delightful and some good work has been done at Riccarton. The Dreamer who was sweated yesi-erday, beat Wyvern this morning over one round of the plough, ran at a good pace. Awarua Rose who did a fast mile and a half yesterday beating off Kotuku an Yon Tempsky one after the other; did a strong sweat with Retina to help him the last round of the two. Heather Bell and Wakawatea did serviceable gallops. Cynisca went freer over a mile and a half than Stephon, who yesterday appeared too good for Rosefeldt. Crackshot had assistance of the latter thia morning for .over a mile when he left her, and came away with The Winchman, whom he also beat, registering about as »ood a round as has been done this season. Crown Jewel, on the extreme outside of the track, put up a fair round with Au Revoir for the iirsb part and Liberator to finish with. Sha did good work yesterday, after which she was sore, but this morning walked home well. Morion finished up strong!} at the end of a circuit with Marquis of Tewkesbury, Boulanger sweated over two miles. Si Hippo and The Dancer on the grass did a useful gallop, and similar work' on the pluugh yesterday, the Cup candidate going well. Captive went freer than Flinders in a strong pace mile and three quarter?. Launceston and Kotuku were on the walking list. M. England and Vogen gang registered a fastmile. Prime Warden, Saracen, and Dilemma are the only Cup representatives to arrive. The race seem more open than ever. St Hippo, Prime Warden, and Crackshot are about equal favourites, but with exception of Kotuku, The Dreamer, Wyvern, Rose felt, and Flinders, all the others have I supporters.

Civil War in Samoa.

[per press association.] Auckland, October 29. It is reported that a civil war has broken out in Samna, but no particulars are available. Neither the Governor nor the Minister of Education have any infor mation on the subject. H.M.3. Ringf.rooma is ordered from Sydney to prccefd to Samoa with all speed to protect the life and property of British residents in conjunction with the American and German warships at pre sent there, H.M.S. Katoomba is to re lieve the Ringarooma on the ISew Zealand station.

THE ASHBURTON tttTARDIAN; SATURDAY, OCTOBER 30, 1892;



Public fsoticea ASHEDRTON HOSPITAL BOARD? LENDERS are invited for the supply A. of Meat, Drugs, G rocoiies etc. for >ne ye*r. Particulars on view at the County Council's Offices, where tenders ndll be received up to 4 p.m. on THURSDAY, 3rd November next. By Order, F. MAINWARINO, Clerk. t Ashburton, October 27, 1892. 10 205 COHCERT. T tf aid of Widow and Family of LITE ROBERT JOHNSTONE. ODDFELLOWS HALL. Thursday, Not. 3. HAMPSTEAD KINDERSPIEL AND CONCERT. Admission, One Shilling. 10t202 AJJDFELLO"WS( JLJ AL L. TWO NIGHTS ONLY, .Friday and Saturday, NOVEMBER 4 & 5. Enterprise Concert Company. Consisting of the following Artists ; — Signor Salvanor.., ... ... Pianist Chas. Denner Baritone Walter Silvester ... ... Contralto J. Macpherson ... ... ... Bass Professor E, M. Hall ... Banjoist and Guitarist P. Jaego , ... ... ... Tenor Pi Cameron Baritone Admission—3s, 2s, Is. Doors open at 7.30; commence at 8. Manager ... .. Arthur Roberts Advance Agent ... F. Urquharb Cross 10 207



ASHBURTON COUNTY COUNCIL. mENDERS are invited for Water I Races in Ashburton-Rangitata Dis trict in ONE Contract as follows : — Vale tta-Wester field, 5| miles. Reserve 350, Maronan, three miles. Enlarging Q Race, six miles, Enlarging R2 Race, five miles. Plans and Specifications at Council Office, and tenders, addressed to Chair man, to be sent in by eleven o'clock a.m., FRIDAY, November 4. By Order, WILLIAM BAXTER, 10*210 County Engineer. ASHBURTON SALEYARDS^ MR JOHN G. RESTELL fin con junction with the New Zealand Loan and Mercantile Agency Company Limited), perJ.R. Bland, Auctioneer, will offer on account of F. M. Rickman, Esq., ON Tuesday Wext, -I PUREBRED AYRSHIRE COW, J- "Jessie," by Coquette dam Jean, close to calving and winner of the first prize at Friday's show. Also, on account of same owner, — 6 PUREBRED PRIZE BERKSHIRE PIGS (three sows and three boars) two monchs old. Also, on account of another owner, — O Three quarter-bred JERSEY CO V\ S, ™ one just caked. ]0 212 ASHBUBTON COUNTY COUNCIL. '■"TENDERS are invited for construe- JL tion of water races in two contracts as follows : — No. I—Rosedale Village Settlement Race, Chertsey. No 2—Methven township race. Plans and specifications at Council office, and tenders addressed to the Chair man, to be sent in by 11 .o'clock a.m. on FRIDAY, November 4 By order, WJLLIAM BAXTER 10 211 County Engineer. ASHBURTON HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.



THE First Annual General Meeting of Members of above Society, will be hfild in the Arcade Chambers, TUESDAY, November 1, at 8 p.m. Business, to receive balance sheet and report, election of officers and general, JNO. J. C. QUANE, 10*197 Secretary. "cTmTb aiooHE OPERATIVE CHEMIST, \ ASHBURTON, BEGS to announce that he has DISPOSED of the " Dispensary," and solicits for his successor a cnntis.ii ance of chat support so freely acoorded to himself. ORDERS for Brooke's Sheep Dip. Poisoned Wheat, and JErated Waters may be left with Mr Prichabp, and will receive prompt attention. ASHBURTON DISPENSARY



"""A large meeting of farmers in the Arcade this afternoon, t xpressed strong opposition to the Saturday half-holiday. A resolution in favor of Wednesday, was carried, lut on the representations that were made that Thursday would be a more advan tageous day, being the day that has for a long time beer, observed at GeraHine, Temuka, Timaru and Wai mate a unani mous vote in favor of that day was given: An impression has gained ground that the special train to the Christchurch Show (which in former years ran through from Timaru leaving Ashburton at 9.42 a.m.) would not be run this year. We arc asked to state that this is quite erroneous, as the train will run as usual and particulars will be duly advertised. A petition to the railway authorities asking for train facilities was circulated at the show grounds yester day and numerously signed, but as far as the running goes this was unnecessary, though cheap fares should certainly be asked for.



rpHE Business hitherto carried on by -»• Mb C. M. Brooke will be conducted in future by Ulr li. E. Prichard. The present stock will be Urgeiy augmented, and any article not held will be immediately procured and kept in stock afterwards. A correcL copy of all Prescriptions will be made, and ib will only be necessary for a customer to give tbe copied number when requiring a renewal. All country orders will receive prompt , attention, and it will be the new proprietor's endeavor to make "THE DISPENSARY" a well appointed establishment in every respect. 10J203 "ifAMPSTEAD TOWN DISTRICT, RATE NOTICE. TDUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given L that it is the intention of the Hampstead Town Board, at their next meeting on November 7, 1892, to make a rate of one halfpenny in the pound (|d in £) on all rateable properties in the District, for the period commencing on April 1 1892, and ending on March 31, 1893, payable in one sum on December 1, 1892 ; and that the Rale Book is open fcr inspection at the Board's ortice, Hampstead, between the hours of 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. during the fourteen days i following the date hereof. ' By°rder> J.O.BELL, ) Clerk to Hampctead Town Board Hwnpstead, Octqbei 19, *892. 10 133



PUBLIC NOTICE. | i iATPRDAY ( lIAE.F-HOE.il> AY. \ r\JE, the Undersigned Auctioneers j V\ and Merchants cf Ashburton, , have agreed to CLOSE our respective ! places of Business on SATURDAYS at JNE o'clock sharp, to conform with the , conditions of the Ace providing for the Weekly Half-ELliday for Employees. SPECIAL~NOTICE TO ! FARMERS AND OTHERS. We desire to draw the attention of our Country Clients to the ALTERATION OF MARKET DAY TO FRIDAY, ON AND AFI'ER FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 4, And we feel sure thafc this new arrange ment will commend ituelf to Farmers and o'hers. I MILES & CO, DAVID THOMAS (Per Leicester Matson) JOHN U. RESTELL tfn conjunction with theN.Z.L. and M.A. Co,, Ld.) ALFRED HARRISON. FRIEDLANDHIR BROS. 10tl90



MR T. BULLOCK. ] ! FOR SALE—Four acres near the County Saleyards ; would make a capital paddock for farmers living at a distance, and sending stock to the yards for sale. FOR SALE at a low price and on easy terms, am improved farm of 441 acres, with all improvements, and well watered. Also a farm of 450 acres. MONEY.—To Lend on approved Freehold Security. Two special sums of £250, and £800. TO LET.—Dwelling House ot five rooms near the Woollen Factory. I have several Tov>n Properties sale at low prices and on liberal terms Full particulars on application. T. BULLOCK, Estate Agent.



I HAVE HAD MADE UP TO MY ORDER, MOSGIEL, ROSLYN, & KAIAPOI TWEED SUITS, Men's, Youths'and Boys', long and narrow, and short and wide, as well as ordinary sizes, MADE F.ROM LAST SEASON'S WOOL, Which enables me to sell at LOWER PRICES THAN EVER.



R Alcorn, ASHBURTON CLOTHING MART, SAUNDERS' BUILDINGS. Ashburton xvacing Club SPRING MEETING, 1892. To be held on the Ashburton Racecourse ON WEDNESDAY and THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 23 and 24. President—E. G. Wright, M.H.R. Vice- President—Chas. W. Purnell. Judgk— Matthew Stitt. Stewards—J. M. Tweed, E. G. Crisp, J. C. N. Grigg, T. Leahv, W. Lyttelton, W. B. Denshire, W. Rollitt. Treasurer—H. Friedlander. Cj.erk of the Course—R. Curtis. Handicapper— J. Cre&swell. Starter — Dr. Thomas Leahy.



PROGRAMME (Approved by the Committee of the Canter bury Jockey Club). First Race each day to start at 1 p.m. FIRST DAY. 1— Spring Hurdle Race Handicap, of 50 soy.3; the second horse to receive 5 soys from the stake. Two miles. Over eight flights of hurdles, about 3ft 6in high. Nomination, 1 soy ; acceptance, 1 soy 2—Maiden Plate, of 20 soys. For district horses, three-year-olds and upwards, which have never won an advertised race. Wsight-for-age. One mile. Eutry 1 sev S—Ashburton Cup Handicap, of 100 soys 5 the second horse to re-eive 10 soys from the stake. One mile and a half. Nomination, 2 soys ; acceptance, 2 soys i— WinderSlere Handicap, of 40 soys; the second horse to receive 5 soys from the stake. District horses only. Three quarters of a mile. Nomination, 15s j acceptance, 15s s—Novel Race, of 25 soys. The winner to be sold by auction immediately after tre race, the whole of the proceeds to go to the funds of the Club. Weight, Bit, 1 an\ overweight to be declared. Half a mile. Entrance, 10s 6— Spring Handicap, of 40 soys ; the second horse to receive 5 soys from the stake. Seven furlongs. Nomination, 15s; acceptance, 15s 7—LoNGBEACH HIGH-WEIGHT HANDICAP, of 35 soys ; the second horse to receive 5 soys from the stake. District hoises only. Minimum weight, lOst. One mile. Nomination, 15s; acceptance, 10s.



SECOND DAY. 1 —Lagmhor Hurdle Race Handicap, of 40 soys ; the second horse to receive 5 soys from the stake. One mile and a half. Over six flights of hurdles about 3ft 6in high. Nomination, 15s; acceptance, 15s 2—Ashburton Racing Club Handicap, of 75 soys ; the second horse to receive 5 soys from the stake. One mile and a quarter. Nomination, 30s; acceptance, 30s 3— Disposal Stakes, of 30 soys ; the winner to be sold by auction immediately after the race, and the whole oi the proceed? to go to the funds of the Club. Weight Bst, any overweight to be declared, three-quarters of a mile. Entry 10s 4—V/inchmore Handicap, of 40 soys ; the second horse to receive ssovs from the stake. District horses only. One mile and a quarter. Nomination, los j ac ceptance, 15s s_open Welter Handicap, of 45 soys; the second horse to receive 5 soys from the stake. One mile. Nomination, 15s; acceptance, 15s 6 —Flying Handicap, of 40 soys; the second horse to receive 5 soys from the stake, Five furlongs. Nomination, 15s ; accep tance, 15s 7 —Allenton Handicap, of 35 soys; the second horse to receive 5 soys from the stake. District horses only. . One mile. Nomination, 15s ; acceptance, 10s.



11 The Corner," Ashburton, September 20,92. Madam, — J RESPECTFULLY beg to in for in you thatlamnow making a Display of the Newest and Prettiest Goods procurable, uith due regard to economy, for Spring and Summer wear The new stock of Millinery, Flowers, Laces, Silks, Ribbons, Prints, Muslins, etc, is very choice, and in the closest touch with the latest fashions, and will be found to compare favorably with goods to be obtained in Christchurch or elsevjliere] I have just received direct from the manufacturers, ex Aorangi, a very large quantity of new designs in Flannelettes bought by my Agent at a dis count of thirty per cent. These are now on view, and I confidently recommend them to your notice AUhouqh ih« quantity is large, I anticipate the price and quality will cause a speedy clearance. Soliciting the favor of a visit of inspection. I am, Madam, Your Obediently, TF. // COLLIER.



NOMINATIONS. Nominations for all Handicaps, accom panied by fee, name, pedigree, age, descrip tion and performances of hoi so, and colots of rider, must be in writing, and in the hands of the Secretary not later than 9 p.m. on SATURDAY, October 29, 1892. WEIGHTS. Handicaps for the first day's races will be published on or about November 14. Handi caps for the second day's races will be pub lished at or about 8 o'clock in the evening ot the iirst day's racing. ACCEPTANCES AND ENTRIES. Acceptances for the first day's. Handicaps and Entries for the Maiden Plate and Novel Race, must be in the hands of the Secretary not later than 9 p.m. on SATURDAY, November 19, 1892. Acceptances for the second day's Handicaps and Entries for the Disposal Stakes not later than 10 o'clock ill the evening of the first day's races. EDWARD SAUNDBRS, Secretary. AUTUMN MEETINC4, 1893. The Ashburton Stakes, of 2 soys each, with 100 soys added-; second horse to receive 10 soys from the stake. For two and three-year-olds bred in the district, or that have been, commonly resident in the district and owned by persons residing in the district froth the day of entry and up to the date of the meeting. Two-year olds, 7st 71b ; three-year-olds, 9st; fillies and geldings allowed 31b. Winners alter August 1, 1892, of any race or races (ex cluding selling races) of the individual or collective value of £25 to carry 4lb extra ; of £50, 71b extra; of £100, 101b extra; of 200 or upwards, 141b extra. Maidens having started twice or oftener allowed— two-year-olds 51bs, threo-year-olds lOlbs. Penalties and allowances to be calculated to the time of starting, Five furlougs. Entrance, 1 sovyon Saturday, November 26, 1892; second payment, 1 soy, on Saturday, February 4, 1893; sweep (2 soys), by 9 p.m. on day of nomination for Autumn Meeting, 1893. 10*176 Ckacknbll and Digestive Biscuits £or Invalids are unsurpassed. Mad*? by Auslebuook .4.]srn Co. The Onslow Biscuit. The latest and most delicate biscuit nosnufestured by AulstthrQok »nd «



NEW SEEDS. NEW SEEDS. AS the whirl of ti.ne has ushered in Busy Spring, SEALY & CO- Are prepared to supply the wants of their numerous Patrons WITH SEEDS fok SPRING SOWING Which have iust come tn hand. CLOVERS, TURNIPS, MANGOLDS, CARROTS, RAPE. WE HAVE ALSO FOR SALE AT LOWEST RATES, Cocksfoot Ryegrass, Golden Ta*-es. Early Snowdrop, Beauty of Bath, Ameri can Alpha, Snowfhke, and other EARLY POTATOES. GARDEN AND FLOWER SEEDS In endless variety, from that well-known London house, CARTER & Co. EMPTY TANKS I'OR SALE, new patent Jv SEALT & CO,



j FUST IN TUB FOR_THE HOLIDAYS. J 'TIHE Immense Stocks of the late firms of Sparrow and Berryman and H. and W, JL Craighead, with Large Shipments of NEW GOODS just landed, must be cleared before Christmas. Men's Suits to measure, usual price £5, now reduced to £4—cash. Men s Suits to measure, usual price £& 17s 6d, now £3 17s 6d—cash. Men's Suits to measure, usual price £i 15s, now £3 15s—cash. Our name is a sufficient guarantee for -GOOD FIT and BEST Workmanship We only employ fi st class tradesmen. BOYS' and YOUTHS' SUITS in all the newest styles and most durable materials. BOYS'SUMMER SUITS frornv3s 6d. MENS' and BOYS' BOOTS and SHOES of every description. Large Assortment of ENGLISH HA.ND-SEWN BOOTS just imported direct from the makers. Every pair guaranteed to give good wear, 9rw»iol Rorrvnm/MEN'S ENGLISH BALMORAL BOOTS reduce© k}JJC<-IcU JJeirgclin.^ tolos6d. (New Goods now opening out.) NEW HATS, SHIRTS, TIES, etc., in great variety. Craigftead & Berryman Tailors and Outfitters. EAST STREET, ASHBURTON.



jiplll ROBERT MURRAY^^^^, gßßmPli Watch and Clock GOLD AND SILVERSMITH, <fee, EAST STREET. *T~ HAVE just landed direct from London a magnificent assortment of high-class X. i'wenty-one Day MARBLE CLOCKS, which, with the large stock already on hand, enable? me to show a Variety of Elegant Designs UNEQUALLED IN CANTERBURY. SPECIALLY LIBERAL TERMS EXTENDED TO PRESENTATION COMMITTEES, &o. A Beautiful Selection of DIAMOND and other GEM RINGS ; DIAMOND GOODS of all descriptions; WEDDING and KEEPER RINGS. STERLING SILVER and E.P, WARE, FANCY GOODS, &c, Suitable for Wedding and Birthday Presents, &c. PROMPT ATTENTION GIVEN TO COUNTRY ORDERS -BY POST OR TELEGRAPH.



MANXJBE. WE HAVE For Sa.l c, ODAM'S SUPERPHOSPHATE. LARGE STOOK ON HAND. Tucker & Bean, COAL AND PRODUCE MERCHANTS. LAWhENCET" ARTISTIC PHOTOGRAPHERS (By Special Appointment to His ¥,x ---cbllencrthb govkhkor.) OEG to announce to their Friends and the Public that the following REDUC TIONS are made till Christmas. CABINETS ... ... 12a per doz, CARTES DE VISITE 7s6d „ „ Or a LARGE PHOTOGRAPH pre sented with a dozen cabinets for 15s. 10 19



Oaten Sheaf Chaff T HAVE FOR SALE, PRIVATELY, A LARGE LINE OF GOOD QUALITY OATEN SHEAF (CHAFF AT PRICES CONSIDERABLY REDUCED, '■*■ Also,— 3RTJSHED OATS, BRAN SHARPS, ETC. John O. JRestell.



FISHING TACKLE. SEASON, 1892-93. Harry Frledlander BEGS to annouuce to his numerous patrons aijd friends that he has just opened, ex Aorangi, A LARGE & WELL ASSORTED bTOCK OF FISHING TACKLE O:' Latest Design MINNOWS in great variety, including the well-known. Whitebait, Metal Devon's, and the popular Kill-Devil Spinner. Also, Flies of every kind, Reels, Hooks, Gat, Mounts, Waders, Fish Bugs and Baskets, and Gaff Hooks. A Complete Stock of FISHING RODS. CRICKET AND LAWN TENNIS MATERIALS Of every description by the best makers. Harry ITrfedlnmier, TOBACCONIST AND FANCY GOODS EMPORIUM, FISHING TACKLE^DEPOT, EastStjeeb, Ash barton.



For Sale, Purebred CANARIES ; a few splendid singing birds left. ANTED Known —Being over stocked, and having new Spring Boots and Shoes just arrived, J. Moison intends selling at little over cost price, some below cost, for two monih*. _ Great Bargains. The stock is the choicest ir Ash'buiton. His superior own make, kept on han<', unsurpassed in New Zealand. X staff of msn kept. All work and repairs under my own supervision, ; aHd done on the shortest notice—. ' J, Moisw, East Strwt, Town Hjdl «U< p