New Zealand Rifle Asso ciation.

Hillsborough, March 6. The shooting at the long ranges was better than yesterday, notwithstanding that a freah wind was blowing across the range. The following are the chief prize takers:—Otago match, 300, 500. 700 yards, 7 sho;a at each counting for the belt-Smith, Dunedin, 91, £8; Howe, Wellington. 89, £6; Dodds, Port Chalmers, 87, £5 ; Strachen, Wanganui, 87, £4 ; France, Karori, 86, £4 j Head, Auckland, 86, £4 ; Davis, Wairoa, 85 S £3; Robinson, Christchurch, 83, £3 ; A. Ballinger, Wellington, 83, £3 ; Oraig, Wangomsi, 82, £2 ; Trooper Sommervllle, Wanganui, 82, £2 ; Scott, Christchurch, 82, £2; Humphreys, Napier, 81, £2; Barns, Dunedin, 81, £2. The following are the leading aggregates at the end of the Otago match :—Smith, Dnnedin, 387; Jack, Dunedin, 386 j Henderson, Thames, 386; Grant, Wai mate, 3*B; Head, Auckland, 376; Hows, Wellington, 375; Strachan, Wanganui, 375; Humphrey, Napier, 373; Smith, Wairaraps., 369; McFarlane, Christ church 369; Greenshieids, Auckland, 369 ; Davis, Wairoa, 368 ; Ross, Napier, 368 ; Borough, Nelson, 366 ; Proudfoot, Dunedin, 366 ; Dobbs, Port Chalmers, 366; A. B&llinger, Wellington, 366; Robllliard, Kaiapoi, 365; Mackay, Christchurch, 364 ; Spiers, Oarnaru, 363 ; W. Smith, Invercargill, 363. There are yet 33 shots to be fired before the Beit is decided. After lunch the Grand Aggregate Match began in a fresh N.E. wind across the range. There was considerable, bursting, and at the close of the match Captain Smith, of Dunediu, had a com manding lead of 11 points for the belfc. Henderson and Jack were second and third. The following is the prize list:— Grand AggkigateMatch, 500 yds, 600 yds, and 700 yds ; seven shots at each range. MoKeech, Tuapeka, 86, £8 ; T. Jones, Dunedin, 86, £6; Scott, Christchurch, 85, £5; W. Smith, Invercrgill, 84, £3 ; Williams, Wellington, 84, £3; Dodds, Port Chalmbars, 84, £3 j Gray, Dunedin, BS, £2; Private Mooseman, Wanganui, 82, £2; Proudfoot, Dunedin, 81, £2 ; Cameron, Walrarapa, 80, £2, The following are the leading aggre gates to fire the final stage for the ohampionship to-morrow: — Captain Smith, Dunedin, 466; P.O. Henderson, Thames, 455; Lieutenant Jack, Danedin, 458 - t Gnnner Head, Auckland, 450; Mr Prondfoot, Dunedin, 477 ; C. W. Smith, Invercarglll, 477 ; Mr Dodds, Port Chalmers, 444; Mr Gray, Dunedtn, 444; Private A. Ballinger, Wellington, 443 ; Gunner Howe, -Dun- ] edin, 442; Private McFarlane, Christ church, 442; Mr France, Wellington, 441; Mr Humphreys, Napier, 440; Lieutenant Grant, Waimate, 440 ;L. A. Jones, Dunedin, 439 ; Trooper Strachan, Wanganui, 438 ; Sergeant Thorpe, Wairoa, 437 ;Mr Thompson, Dunedin, 436; Ser geant Davis, Wairoa, 436. The final stage is to be decided to morrow, and the meeting will break up on Thursday. Hillsborough, March 7. 11 50 The shooting began this morning at eight o'clock, with a dull light and a fresh steady wind from the houth blowing down the range. The shooting was fairly good. During the tnattch Corporal Walker, of the Hon. Reserve Corpp, Christchurch, was detected using English ammunition and has been suspended. The Council will deal with the matter later in the day. The Last Try Match—soo yards, ten shots;— Cox, Woodville, £8, 47; Lieu tenant Robinson, Hivertou, £6, 46 ; Nor ton, Pahiatua, £5, 46 ; Richardson, Dunedin, £4, 45; Raven, Petone, £4, 44; Renfcon, Featherston, £3, 44 ; Cameron, Christchurch, £3, 44; Rule, Oamiru, £3, 44 ; Scott, Feildin?, £2, 44 ; Willmott, Queenstown, £2, 44 ; Treleaven, Lyttel fcon, £2, 43 ; D'Auvergne, Chriatchurch, £2, 43 ; W. Jones, Dunedin, £2, 43 x& IX) One hundred and six men fired in the Hat try match. The Nursery Match—soo yards, ten shots—waa next fired, for members who have never won a prize, or prizes of over £2, at any previous meeting of the Asso ciation. Eighty-one men took part. Priz3 Hat—Dodds, Port Chalmers, £8, 4©; Greenshieids, Auckland, £6, 46 ; Wilson, Woodville, £5, 46 ; Dobba, Auck land, £4, 46 j Cox, Woodville, £4, 45 ; Gilland, Dunedia, £2, 45; Tonkin, Waikari, £2, 44. 1.12 p.m. * Exclusive of to-day's matches, tha following have won £10 and over:— Scott, Christchurch, £17 ; Smith, Dunedin; Spinley, Auckland ; Cray, Dunedin; Head, Auckland; Ross,» Napier, £16 j Henderson, Thames, £15 ; W. Ballinger, Wellington; Woodhouse, Christchurch ; Greenahielda, Auckland, £13 ; Jack, Dunedin; McGregor, Oamaru, £12; Proudtaofc, and Craigie, £11; Dodds, Port Chalmers; Humphreys, Napier; W« Smith, Tnvercargill, £10. 1.52 Volley firing match, open to twenty volunteers from each volunteer district— 500 yds, 7 volleys—prisses given by the Defence Minister :—Canterbury £20 ; hits 120. points, 38S,J deduct for bad volleys, nil, total 385. Auckland, £10, hitg 114, 398. bad volleys 15—383. Wanganm, Napier, andTaianaki, £5, hits 108, points 364, bad volleys 20-344. Otago, hits 107, points 337, bad volleys 10-327. The cbatnpioDship will be fired at 2.10 and the district representatives match at 3.30 p.m. The presentation of prizes will take pl&ce in town to.morrow. The Council further considered the Walker case, and found the offence not intentional bat fined him £1, and to be disqualified until the amount is paid. 8.41 p.m. Result of the Rifle Championship— Smith; Dunedin, 496 ? Henderson, Thames, 488.

LABOR ITEMS.

Melbourne, March 6. One hundred bootmakers, employed at Marshall's factory, have struck work. Recently a deputation waited on Mr Marshall, and complained of the reduc tions in wages, with tlte result that the spokesman waa dismissed, and because of the refusal to reinstate him the other men employed in the factory have gone out on strike. Mr Marshall declines to have anything to do with the Bootmakers' Union. London, March b.^ Two thousand workmen employed in theEnfield Small-Arms Factory have petitioned for a return to nine hours, as the conditions attached to the eight hours limit are obnoxious. It is very likely there will be a strike over the matter.

LATEST CABLE NEWS.

AUSTRALIAN. COLLISIONS AT SEA. Thursday Islan©, March 7. Hong Kong files report that the steamer E^ang Qhow collided with an unkiiown' steamer,' which sank imme diately, not a sod on board being saved. Another collision occorred in the straits of Malacca, between two Chinese steamers. One sank immekiately, and the other shortly afterwards, * total of forty-fire lives being lost.

IMPERIAL POLITICS

i London, March 5. The Queen's silence respecting Mr Gladstone's reaiinatien k causing some comment. The Queen's Speech referred to the I lasting advantages likely to result from the Parish Councils Bill. London, March 6. Lord Rosebery takes the Lord Presi dency of the Council. He remains a ( . member of the London County Council. Mr Fowler has accepted the Secretary ship for India. Mr Morley declined the post bee j use it would separate him from the cause of Ireland. The National Liberal Federation has issued a manifesto urging the union of the party in order to carry the Newcastle programme. Foreign statesmen and the Continental Press appear gratified at the choice of a successor to Mr Gladstone. The American press warmly praise the ex»Premter, and the " World " suggests that hia statue should be erected in Central Park. The "St James's Gazette " says Lord Rosebery is discussing with the Duke of Devonshire and Mr Chamberlain the possibility of the Unionists rejoining the Liberal party, the Home Kule difficulty being got over by a compromise. Mr Justin McCarthy paid a visit to Mr Gladstone, and conveyed to him an expression of gratitude on the part of the Irish members for his efforts in their cause. He assured him that they would be loyal to Lord Rosebery. The London Liberals have passed a vote of confidence in the new Premier, and Mr Labouchere has withdrawn hia opposition.

SPORTING.

CANTERBURY JOCKEY CLUB'S AUTUMN MEETING.

The following acceptances have been re ceived:— Great Easter Handicap, of 500 soys. Seven furlongs.

Great Autumn Handicap, of 500 soys. One mile and a half.

VICTORIAN AUTUMN MEETING.

Melbourne, March 6. The weather f®r Cup Day was close and muggy, and as ie looked like rain, the attendance was only moderate. Details of the racing are aa follows : — Maiden Stakes—Lord Randolph 1, Royal Master 2, Oalant 3. Won by a length. Time—2.ll| Ascot Valk Stakes—Destiny 1, Bonnie Scotland 2, Dryden 3. Won by three* quarters of a length. Time—l.ls| Burtvlk Race-—!'bor 1, Manon 2, Im postor 3. Won by two lengths. Time— 5.6. Australian Cup, of 1000 soys ; 2j miles. Broken Hill, 7sb (Buxton) 1 Portsea, 9dfc 91b (Carey) 2 Light Artillery ... (McGowan) 3 Thirteen started. Won by three quarters of a length ; Light Artillery a similar distance behind Portsea, with Tarcoola only a neck away. Time— 4.3|. Junior Handicap—Goldsmith 1, Brad ford 2, Athata 3. Time—l.2f. Bourke Handicap—Hova 1, Cannon 2, Ilium 3. Time—l.27.

Carnage has hem withdrawn from the Champion Stakes for which Patron is nominally first favorite, though there is no betting on the event,

FATAL ACCIDENT ON THE COURSE

Three horses fell in the Bourke Handi cap, the last race of the day. McGowan, the rider of Titnburn, received a fearful' fracture of the skull and expired immedi ately afterwards. Buxton, who rode the winner of the Australian Cup and had a mount on Principle In the race, also sus tained serious Injuries'. (Received March 7, 1 p.m.) Melbourne, March 7. The jockey McGowan, besides sustain ing a terrible kick just above the temple, had his cheat stove in, and several ribs broken. He leaves a wife and two child ren in comfortable circumstances. Bux ton had three ribs fractured, besides sus taining internal injuries, but is progres sing favorably. Walker, on Valala, and Stevenson on Tuliamore a'so fell at the same time. Stevenson escaped unhurt, bnt Walker, besides being severely shaken, was cut about the face. The accident is supposed to have happened through a dog crossing the course in bhe opening from the press stand. It ap peared from the stand as if Valala stum bled.

TO-DAY'S TELEGRAMS.

[per press association.] IjUCK.V, Auckland, March ?• Cornish and Havard, employees in the Auckland "Star" machine department, have won a £2000 priza in Tattersall's sweep. M«»re Attempted Suicide. Wellington, March 7. Lasb evening a medical man was called in to attend a woman named Mr& Thomas, living in Upper Willis street, who was suffering Irom phosphorous poisoning. She admitted having taken six boxes of matches dissolved in water, and after the usual remedies were applied sl^e was, removed to the hospital. H|e«f Barrel »<*cks A bell buoy is being pfaced on the Beef Barrel Rocks, near the French Pass.

FLOODS.

Sydney, March 6. Heavy floods in the northern rivers have caused great damage to the corn cropß, A great part of Ketnpsey is under water. Adelaide, March 6. I Heavy floods in the Murray have carried away a railway bridge and interrupted traffic. (Received March 7, 12.15 p.m.) Sydney, March 7. The floods in the Newcastle district are of a serious character, and relief boats are held in readiness in case of emergency. Hunter, Williams, and Patterson rivers are in high flood, and a disastrous inundation is feared,. In many parts of the district people are de leting their dwellings,

THE MARKET'S.

[per pkess association.] .London, Match 5. The wool market is irregular. Good sorts are firm, but heavy sorts are weak and slow of sale-

The Postal Conference.

[PSR PBB3S ASSOCIATION.] Wellington, March 7. Mr Ward moved —That it is desirable that a four-weekly service between ISew Zealand Australia, and San Francisco be continued, but that strong repreeentationo be again made to the Dnited States Gov ernment, pointing out the inadequate supporb givßn to the service by them ; and that further representations be made to obtain a reduction of the present heavy overland charge." He Baid that the New Zealand Government were disposed to renew the present contract for a further period of three years. The motion was carried. At the Postal Conference Mr Ward moved —That the delegates to this con ference, recognising the value of the decision arrived ab in reference to joint postal and telegraphic services, and a periodical meeting of represents ives from the various colonies, should suggest to their respective Governments that similar advantages in reference to trade relations between the respective colonies, in the direction of reciprocity, would ensue if similar conferences could be arranged to deal with the questions in connection with intercolonial tariffs, Mr Wynne, Victoria, seconded the motion, which was carried without debate. It was decided that conditions should be settled by this conference upon which fresh tenders for a federal mail service are to be called. The conference then adjourned till to morrow.

The monthly meeting of the Aahburton Fire Brigade has been postponed. A drill will be held to-morrow evening at 7.30. Mr Davis has on view in his fruiterer's shop in East street a magnificent apple weighing one pound seven ounces. This enormous specimen is from the orchard of Mr J. Lloyd, Newlands. More local honors. The University Senate at Dunedin yesterday awarded tbe Bowen priza, 1893, to Mr Alfred J. Buchanan, son of Mr Buchanan principal of the High school. Ihe coming licensing elections are causing some little stir in the Rangitata district, and it is understood that the following gentle men have consented to become candidates for election to the committees :—Messrs T. Scaly and D. Thomas (Tinwald), At Quilkin (Longbeach), Donald M'Lean (Lagmhor), J Orbeli (Raukapuka), A. White (Geraldine), Thew (Peel Forest) and Dennistoun (Peel Forest).

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ASHBURTON HIGH SCHOOL. THE BOARD OF GOVERNORS of the Ashburton High School offer TWELVE Scholarships for Public competition open to all children resident in the County of Ashburton The Scholarships are tenable for two years, and during c;ood conduct, and will entitle the holders to free education and the use of Books at the Ashburton High School for that period. In appor tioning the Scholarships it Is the Board's intention to grant six scholarships to boys and six to girls. Candidates must not be more than 14 years of age on the Ist May xioa-t. The subjects for examination will be (1) English Grammar and Composition, (2) English History, (3) Geography, (4) Arithmetic. The standard of excellence required will be equal to that possessed by pupils of the s'xth standard in the Primary schools. The examination will be conducted in the Boys' Schoolroom on TUESDAY and WEDNESDAY, May 22 and 23 next. Successful candidates must qualify in each subject and must obtain ia the aggregate not less than 50 per cent of the possible number of marks. Any candi date gaining not more than 26 per cent of the maximum possible in any one subject will be deemed to have failed in that subject. Candidates must enter their names vit"h the Secretary to the Board not later than SATURDAY, May 6th. Further parti culars may be obtained from the Head master or the undersigned, C. BRADDELL, Secretary. ' Ashburton, February 24,1894,



AUSTRALIAN MUTUAL PROVIDENT SOCIETY New Zealand Branch Head Office, Customhouse-quay, Wellington! Local Board of Directors : The Hon Morgan S. Grace, M.D., C.M.G., MJD.O. (Chairman) The Hon Charles J. Johnston, MI.C (Deputy Chairman) Alfred de Bathe Brandon, Esq TheHon Edward Richardson, C.M.G., M.L.C John Duncan, Bag Medica' Officer: JDr W. G; Kemp, M.R.C.S. (England) THE OLDEST, WEALTHIEbT AND MOST PROSPEROUS Austraiian Life Office, and th* LARGEST IN THE BRITISH EMPIRE, The only Colonial Life Office which declares a BONUS EVERY YEAR lhe Method of Valuation adopted by this Society is of the most Stringent Character, and ensures a Consi derably Larger Reserve to meet Liabilities than that held by any other office in the Australasian Colonies. ACCUMULATED FUND EXCEEDS £11,000,000 (ELEVEN MILLIONS) Stekhng All invested to yield nearly 6 per cent. POMMIES IN FORCE ... 116,580S Sum Assured £38,888,283 Accumulated Funds .. .. £11,328,448 Annual Income.. .. .. £1,960,183 Cash Bonuses Divided .. .. £s,iUfi22 BONUSES CASH BONUS foar ONE year, 1892, £504,261, yielding Bevetfsionftvy Bonuses amounting to £1,030,000, after making SPECIAL RESERVES, amount- Ing to £234,511 , A EH BONUSES declared for last FIVE years, over TWO MILLIONS, yielding Reversionary Bonuses exceeding FOUR MILLIONS ASSURE YOUR LIFE IN THE A. M. P. SOCIETY And Secure a BONUS EVERY "SEAR Expends of Management 9| per cent the total income EDWARD W. LOWE, Resident Secretary Branca Office- Custom House Quay, Wellington W H. DERRY, District Secretai?y a Chrfstcnarch. H ZANWR, locft Broker Ashbarto



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GRKAT CASH SALE. IN ASSIUNF.T) ESTATE OF ROBERT ALCORtf, i^VER £3800 worth of Clothing, Drapery, Boots, Glass and Earthenware. Iron mongery and Groceries, which must be sold. The clothing is all Colonial made most of it to my own order from Colonial tweeds. There is a great variety of men's and boys' hats, men's and youths' white regatta and Oxford shirts, Linoleums, flannelettes, shirtings, and calicoes, all imported direct from the manufacturers; , 1 to be sold at prices which must command a sale. A nice assortment of Ironmongery and Holloware, Glassware, and Crockery. I Great reductions in BOOTS for UASH, and a Large stock to select from. Men's Shooters Colonial made Bs. A large stock of Men's, Boys' and Children's Straw Hats, 3s 6d to ss, Hats for 1 Bd, 2s to 3s, Hats for Is and Is 6d, Hats for 6d each. The WHOLE STOCK will be sold at very Low prices for CASH. ROBERT ALCORN, 12 75 SAUNDERS BUILDINGS.



Beath's Summer Sale LAS! FOUETEBN DAYS. TjIURTHER REDUCTIONS to eff 3 et a clearance Men's Colonial Wool Flannels 4s 6d, now 3s 6d, Men's Leather Shirts 3s lid, now 2s 6d, Men's Mole Trousers 7s lid, now 5s lid, Men's Kaiapoi Knitted box Is 6d, now ll£d. Men's Fawn Hard Felt Hats 7s 6d, now 3a lid, Men's Black Soft Felt Hats 4s 6d, now 2s 6d, Fast Color Heavy Fiannellettes 4s 9d, now 3s 6«l per dogen, Fast Color Twill Fiannellettes 5s 9d, now 3s lid per dozen, Fast Color Leather Shirting 9|d, now sfd per yara, Printed Moleskins Is lid, now Is 3£d per yard, All Linen Tabling Is 9d, now Is 2£d per yard, Reversible Body Lining B£d, now 4|d per yard Strong Shirting 6id, now lJ|d per yard, Creme Holland 7«d, now 4§d per yard, Strong White Calico, wide, 2s lid per dozen* BOOTS, BOOTS, BOOTS- Men's Harvest Bluchers a lid ppr patr. Ladies' Canvas Shoes (best quality) 4s 6d per pair. Children's Strong School Boots from 4a lid. Balance of Stock of Ladies' Blouse, Sunshades, Straw Hats, Flowers, eto» etf. ' at half priced G. L. BEATH & CO., 'I'ANORED STREET] ASHBUUTON.



AMUUtfITIOV. AHWtT]iITIOI¥ t Gluns. c^uns. Ponder. Shot, Caps. Cartridges. C^rtrklges* BFORTSMEN Requiring a First-claaa GUN should inspect our Stocttt] Every Gun warranteed new from the factory, ¥. H. COLLINS & CO. MERCHANTS AND IMPORTERS. Royal Insurance Company. Grey Valley Coal Company. AGENIS t'3R 4 Springfield Pottery Company Corben and Go's Oalebra«-ed UnamolUd M:»ntelpted McKen'ie s Furniture Renovator



Harvesters, Harvesters, & Others. TpOK GOOD AND CHEAP S U I,T g, Clothing, Ashbalrtotti Shirts, Stro»V. Flannels, Tanijred Drawers, in Socks, Hons* Hats, Kaiapoi Boots, Established Blankets Old and Rugs, ts the A COMPLETE OUTFIT. —yntu — Jleary Colonial <*rey Blankets, £2 10s 9d The Lot. MITCHELL & TURNER.



STEPHENS BROS., MAEKBT HOUSE, ■¥TTE GUARANTEE that for Value, Purity and Economy there are no Teas W ' ill as yet that can Surpass the Mandarin and Tiger Blends, They ar« noif so popular as to be a Household requisite, used in the Mansion and the Cottage, the Tent and the Station. EVERYBODY SHOULD SAMPLE THfiSE TEAS. SOLE AGENTS FOR ASHBURTON, Stephens Bros., market house. bole Agents for New Zealand— S, RATTRAY & SON, DUNEDINJ