The Evening Echo. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 1878. ASHBURTON AGRICULTURAL AND PASTORAL ASSOCIATION.

ANNUAL STOCK, &c., SHOW.

All outdoor gatherings are more or less dependent for success upon the weather, 1 and the Ashburton climate is possessed of the power of- making itself, exceedingly disagreeable. In the early part of yester day one of those fierce gales which occa sionally visit us held high holiday, and as effectually spoiled the enjoyment of the public holiday as a drenching ram would have done. So fierce was the blow, and so dense the clouds of dust that there was quite a rush for “goggles” that must have materially reduced Mr. Parker’s stock. It was under circumstances of this nature that the Annual Show was held in the Tinwald Saloyards, kindly lent by Messrs. Clark and Beswick, but it was astonishing, I that with all the hindrances the weather threw in their way, how many exhibitors and visitors from many miles distance attended. . . . ~ I The summary of entries as given m the official catalogue showed a total of 288. Of this number sheep showed 58 ; cattle, 11 ; horses, 82 ; pigs, 8; poultry, 11 ; dogs, 8 ; dairy produce, 13 ; implements, 50 ; manufactures and produce, 19; and there were 28 extra exhibits. In addition to these there were a goodly number of entries that came too late for the cata logue. To see the exhibits 600 people passed the ticket taker, but the show yard afforded too many entrances at which there were no ticket takers, and this per haps accounts for the number of visitors in excess of the 600 that got into the yards from whom the treasurer has not levied toll. Towards afternoon the wind | fell away, xind the attendance largely increased, so that we should say over a | thousand people were at one time m the yards. The men who live by their own wits and upon the witlessness of others were there too, with their machines for Kuiding the circulating medium towards their own pockets without the irksomeness of what is known as honest labor, and did a fair trade, keeping a goodly cluster of people near the sheds m the shelter of which they took refuge from the gale. Within those sheds was Mr. Hicks lun cheon room, the table for dairy produce, seeds, and such exhibits as required pro tection from the weather. In the more roomy shed the Brass Band was stationed, and supplied music to those who wished to enjoy a dance, an opportunity that was not neglected. The show of SHEEP, t loU'di ■ not extensive, was a very good 4 e °he animals being a 11 of a superior tyne, both for llesh and fleece. There was but little competition, to be sure, the names of exhibitors being repeated m every class, and the animals drawn wholly from the flocks of Messrs. John Grigg, Charles Reed, Wilkin and Carter, W, Marcroft, and Walker. In the first pen were placed, for exhibition only, two snlendid imported merino rams, owned and exhibited by Mr. W. 0. Walker, and highly spoken of by the judges. In the merino competition Mr. C. Reed had it all his own way, and every class from ■ No. 1 to No. 8 took -first prize, except in one, No. 4—the best ewe above .18 months, where he was only second, Messrs. Wal lcGr showing th© first priz© QJiinujl# ThG iud"es for merinos were Messrs, D. Cameron, M. Stitt, and MUoll. In Leicesters there was only a limited turn-out, with no competition in any of the classes. Messrs. W. Marcroft and Wilkin and Carter were the only exhibi tors, and, of course, got the awards, but their sheep were good specimens.. _ In Lincolns Mr. Reed was again in the pens, but this time had to do battle with Mr John Grigg, who showed some ani mais of very high merit. Mr. Grigg was first and second for the best ram under 18 months, and all his exhibits—-seven in *ll—in these two classes were good sheep, notably No. 33 on the catalogue. In the 18th class, for the beat ewe over 18 montns, Mr. Reed was first and second, and also in the succeeding class for ewes under 18 months. In class 20, best three ewes above 18 months, Mr. Grigg was first ana Mr. Reed second—both superior pens ; and for the best three ewes under 18 months, Mr. Grigg showed two pens, being the only exhibitor. The first prize pen m the latter class was especially good, though both pens were of a high class, with a splendid fleece. Romney Marshes offered temptation to only one firm—Messrs, Wilkin and Carter —but they showed good stock heavily woolled. The judges for longwools were Messrs. JSjfOWHj Overton, and Rennie. _

CATTLE only mustered 11 entries. For the best bull of any age Mr. A. Dawson was first with the “Earl of Lonsdale,’ a bull 01 great measure and good fore body, but tne other entry, Messrs Wilkin and Carter though a smaller animal was also a sharer in public favor. Mr Marcroft s Duke of Spreydon ” was the only item 111 th 1 3rd class, which required its competitors to be calved since Ist January 1876. Mr. Mar croft, however, found a contestant in tne sth class for his bull “ British Flag, roan, calved on the 25th of April, 1878, m Mr. Magee’s Esau 2nd, an imported bull, which however only got second place. The cows had three representatives, two from Mr. Grigg’s byre and one from Messrs Wilkin and Carter’s. The plaee of honor was gained by the Longbeach cow “Miss Moore,” and Messrs Wilkin and Carter got the blue card. Mr. John Small’s 10 months old heifer was highly commended. HOUSES

There were 82 entries in this section; and with a few exceptions they were oi excellent quality. Messrs. J. Hunt and J. Dawson were the class stewards m charge, and their onerous duties were dis charged energetically and well, the ]ridges having each exhibit brought before them promptly and in order. The judging in several instances amongst the light classes we thought a little astray, and in the proper place we shall give expression to our differing opinions, although we bow cheerfully to the matured judgment of the three gentlemen in charge of this department. For the best thoroughbred.entire of any age there were four entries. Barney O’Heagh is a neat little horse, but wants size and a better set of feet. Traitor was awarded first prize, but after a careful examination of the horse we fail to dis cover his attractiveness ; shown m the pink of condition his nice head and neck and back appeared to advantage, but his legs and hind-quarters. are of the poorest description. Tribune is a much-improved horse, having filled out in front and lost that unweildly appearance we had occasion to notice at the horse parade ; with a better head and neck he would be hard to beat anywhere, and yesterday we con sidered him the best horse in his class. Young Messenger is quite a baby, and shows a little ragged, but in another year should make up into a useful horse. Lady Golightly was the only exhibit in the class for thoroughbred filly foaled since July Ist, 1877, and she was deservedly given a second prize. For the best carriage entire horse there were four entries,_ Dexter being placed first. The winner is a very nice colt, but we thought him beaten by Bluelight, who was second in the judge’s opinion. Bluelight is the better mover and a more compact horse, but either would make a creditable show in any ring. Spot is* an immenae—horse— but lacks the action necessary for the class. Young Nobleman is common all over. The single entry in the class for carriage brood mares did not possess sufficient merit to secure any notice from ; the judges. Dr. Trevor’s carriage gelding did not put in an appear ance until the class was passed, and being the only entry there was again no award. Rakaia Charlie was the solitary representa tive of carriage yearlings, but deservedly took the highest honor without competi tors, being one of the most^promising

youngsters on the ground. VV Uian ana Carter’s pair of carriage horses although on the ground, were not brought before the judges, consequently no award. Hadji Baba secured an easy win in hackney entires, his only opponent Walleye, although much improved, being quite out of it. For the best roadster there were six entries, comprising a nice lot. Why Not, a beautiful hunter from Messrs. Saunders Bros, stable and full brother to the well-known Te Whetumarama, was an easy first* Mr. Grigg’s Charles 0 Mally, a compact bay lacking in style, was second. Morfy, the property of the same gentle man, with a better shoulder, we liked equally well. Mr. Wilkie’s Taipo and the veteran Bone Hand must look for distinc tion outside competitions of this descrip tion* Hr.- Trevor’s exhibit was again unfortunately too late on the ground to be judged, Class 25, ladies’ hacks, was exceptionally good, producing a very keen competition. Old Albtross, looking fresher than he did ten years ago, was placed first. A very taking mare, the property of Mr. Milner, and shown to advantage by Miss Jameson, took second honors. Mr, Walker’s exhibit was a little heavy in front, but had nice paces. Manilla was looking her best, and not withstanding her recent turf experiences her manners are very good. Mr. Bucha nan’s Djck arrived after the awards had been made, Hackney brood mares were not a remarkable lot, Fly was in nice condition, and has a good girth and back end. Topsy, placed second, is in a very small scale. Mr. Grigg was again do the front with ponies, Jack, a thorough little gentleman, being placed in front, pixey, reputed to be a pure Arab, show** y/ovk and years, but still hard to beat. Mr- Stalker’s Lilly was highly commended, but we liked Mr. Stitt’s exhibit better. The rest were an ordinary lot. Mr. Friedlander's special prize for foal by Blueiight was taken by Mr. Wilkie, with a very promising coft, Saunders Bros, running him very close with A better bred one ; in fact, the judges found their most difficult task in deciding between these two little ones. From the draught entries Glengarry was very properly selected for first honors. With him and the mares Mr Grigg now possesses, he should produce stock equal to any in the world. .Pretender is leggy, but a good useful sort. Young Glenrpy shows signs of recent hard work in har ness, and has no assistance by condition. Lord Wallace has a nice head and neck, put on to a yery con)ffi on frame ana inferior legs. Sir Julius Ypgplisavery

taking horse, with the best legs and carriage in the class. The three-year old Heather Jock ia small, but a very shapely one. Messrs. Wilkin and Carters two- I year old entire was in good condition,, with poor hocks, and easily beaten by Mr. Smith’s Young Wattie, one of the most promising colts we can call to mma. Mr. Grigg showed a very nice team of three geldings, winning a lirst from Mr. Cameron’s exhibit, another hue lot, but not quite in equal condition. In dry draught mares Mr. Benmson won | with a beautifully. Mr. Grigg s second prize taker was also a very superior animal, and a nice topped grey of the same owner was highly commended. Mr. Davies bay was easily beaten. Draught mares with foal at foot were represented by a good half dozen, Mr. Grigg sending three of the number, and the better half. Mr. Magee’s black looks a useful one, and has a very promising foal at foot. The whole of the foals were of a very superior class, and speak volumes in favor of the admirable sires we have in the district. Judges—Messrs. ■ Walls, Boag, and Thomas.

PIGS For the best hoar of any age or breed the first prize went to Mr. George Gilmore s (Waterton) Berkshire and Mr. William Sycamore got the first mark for the best boar under twelve months. In brood sows there were 4 entries, Mr. William Walker getting first place and Mr. George Smith second. Mr. George Gilmore was the only exhibitor of a sow and litter of pig s > Berkshires, and these were of course awarded the first prize ticket. They were an excellent turnout.

IMPLEMENTS,

of course, were a good show, the most numerous in the yard, and comprised every article useful to the husbandman. The single furrow ploughs—all good ] implements, well made and finished, were six in number, and Mr. Walter Hogg s, valued at £l2, was placed first by the judges, Messrs. D. and P. Duncan, Christ church (£ll 10s) coming second, while the compliment of higlily commended was paid to Messrs. Matson and Co’s two at £l4 10s and £ls 10s respectively. There were also seven entries of double furrow ploughs. , It was pleasing to note that a good number of our local tradesmen put in an appearance, amongst which were noticable the harrows of Messrs. Norrish, black smiths, Waterton, who got a first prize ; Mr. C. Reid, of Ashburton, highly com mended for a pair of heavy harrows ; and Mr. Revell, blacksmith, also exibited a well made set The prizes for carts and drays were all taken by Ashburton trades men, the prizetakers being Messrs. Jour neaux, C. Reed, and George Kidd. There was the usual display of reapers and binders, grain drills, sowing machines, clodcrushers, chaffcutters, haylifters, &c., and Messrs. Baker aud Brown showed three fine- specimens of their factory s out put in a gig, sold to Mr. Mann, Rakaia, for £45 ; a farmer’s waggonette, sold for £6O to Mr. Prendergast; and a White chapel trap, very well contrived, with movable seats, offered for £32.

DAIRY PRODUCE,

we expected to see bulk more largely then it did, but, as it was, it was a fair show for quality. Mr. Jeff was the only exhibitor of ham and bacon, and cheese was not largely shown, but for butter honors there were nine dairies represen ted. Mrs. A. Dawson got first honors, Mrs. Stalker second, and the highly com mended grade was given to Mrs. Dunn. POULTRY was not a great show, but one or two good birds appeared. There were no Dorkings, and the Brahmas were nothing striking, but in a pen of four fowls of any descrip tion, Mr. George Smith showed a pair of excellent silver spangled Polands —very good birds and carefully bred, which brought the first prize to the exhibitor. Mr. Dunn’s Aylesbury ducks were small but fair birds, a little out of condition, to be sure, but excellent for the lateness of the season for ducks. There was only one entry for turkeys, and they were not above the average. Mr. W, Silcock’s houdins got first prize. They were good birds but much out of condition, they showed good crest, were somewhat defi cient in beard, and their tails were de stroyed with the cage, but taking them altogether they were a fair exhibit. The Cochins were the redeeming feature of the show. The first prize was given to Mr. A. Saunders’ pair, These were specially good, well colored birds, and for the time of year very superior. The second prize was also a good exhibit, but inferior in eolor, Mr. E. Saunders showed a cage of valuable pigeons, in which Antwerp carriers appeared prominently, as also two or thr<se specimens of the rare and valuable English carriers. Barbs, red, balds, tumblers, and other fancy kinds were also in the coop, and throughout the day the pigeons were the centre of admi ration, Judges, Messrs. Wood, E. Saun ders, and D;p, Stewart.

PpGS, This division did not roll up well. Mr. D, MLean’s “ Toss” was the only sheep dog put in, and in cattle tykes Mr. H. T, Smith got first and Mr. B. Milner second prizes. NEW ZEALAND MANUFACTURES AND PRODUCE was a show creditable to the Ashburton township. The first item on the cata logue was ale, and Messrs. Wood and 00., ofth# Ashburton Brewery, got first and second prize, and were also commended for their porter, >yhile Joel’s Dunedin stout got mention, as .did ale exhibited by Messrs Quinton Brothers, Ashburton. In saddlery and harness there was a gos 4 display by our townsmen. Mr. T. Dud gon’s entry of saddle and furniture was marked first prize, but he had no compe titor/ "Mr, Anderson’s was the sole exhi bit of Canterbury-made cart harness, leading and shaft. For the best collection of saddlery and harness made from New

Zealand material, Mr. Rudson first in the judges’ mind. Mr. Quinn, cooper, Ashburton, showed several tubs, casks, etc., and a first class chum, all of New Zealand timber, and showing splendid workmanship. We did not see any award ticket on any of Mr. Quinn’s exhibits, except the churn which, of course, got I first prize, as it was bound to, but the public gave him the award of first prize for those not marked by buying them all at his own price. Beside a collection of seeds, shown by Messrs. Wilkin and Jameson, Mr. Thomas Taylor exhibited a 41b. loaf, for which he was highly com mended, and which so commended itself to several parties that, in company with a cut or two of cheese, it gradually vanished.

ASHBURTON ANNUAL RACE MEETING.

COMPLETE REPORT.

A far more than'ordinary amount of interest has this year attached to the Ash burton races, and we consider them of sufficient importance in the racing calen dar for the year to deserve that our reports of the two days’ races should be published on the last day of the race week in a complete form, the more so that our Saturday’s issse is so extensively read by the country people. We say that this year a more than ordinary amount of interest has attached to the Ashburton races. Various causes | have tended to'bring this about, amongst which may he cited the fact that the population and importance of the town and district are greater than, of course, they ever have been before, brought about by the wider and thicker settlement of the land and the growing prosperity of the settlers. Larger support has also been accorded to the committee, who have thus been able to induce the entry of a number of superior horses, and give the meet ing a not insignificant place amongst the turf dates of the colony. Coming almost immediately after the Christchurch meet ing and the Christchurch Cattle Show, and our own Cattle Show occurring in the game week, parties bent on pleasure had an opportunity of extending their holiday over several days with something to in terest and excite during the whole time. From all quarters strangers crowded into town, and the houses of accomodation are all well fulled; holidays having been made of the race days by the town people, nearly every person made his way to the ground so that when the first race started there was a vast crowd of holiday-makers on the race course'. The railway had been doing a huge stroke for the last week or more, and on Wednesday the trains poured in quite a concourse of people to swell the crowd that thronged the racecourse.

There was, of course, the usual contin gent of “ racecourse tradesmen” on the ground—wheel-of-fortune men, nine pins, and other professors of shady science, and throughout the day, we dare say, they drew their usual amount of “ rent.” Bet ting men were there, too, with their unceasing yells for business, and had their fair share of bookmaking work. The grand stand was loaded with, a heavy weight of people eager to witness the various events on the card, each of which gave promise of exciting contests. The first race on the list started at 12.30, namely—

Handicap Hurdle Race of 40 sovs. ; distance, 2 miles, over 8 flights of about 3ft. 6in. high hurdles ; nomination, 1 sov. ; acceptance, 2 sovs. Te Whetumarama ... ... 1 Yictorian ... 2 The Raven ... ... ... 3 Te Whetu, Raven, and Yictorian came to the post. After a good start, Te Whetu took the lead and kept it throughout, winning easily, hands down. Raven fol lowed up a few lengths behind for a good distance, with Yictorian keeping up a long stern chase. Half way round Raven missed a hurdle, had to return and take it, and, in doing so, gave place to Yicto rian, who then got second place, Raven coming in a long way behind. Match for £SO. Maori ... ... ... ... 1

Spotted Boy and Maori got away neck and neck. A few yards running and Maori went ahead, and kept the lead to the end, gradually lengthening his dis tance till at the winning post Spotted Boy was a speck in the distance. Maiden Plate of 20 sovs. ; distance, miles ; weight for age ; entrance, 2 sovs. ; open to all horses that have not won an advertised race of the value of 15 sovs. of public money. Chillington ... ... ... 1 Baron ... 2 Nellie Gray ... 3 For this there were five entries, and all came to the scratch.- The betting had shown Chillington to be the favorite, and from the first of a somewhat ragged start, he did no belie the trust reposed in him. There was only Castout who was expected to get any way near the favorite in the running, and when the five animals got away, Chillington had a good lead with Little Arthur close up, Castout and Nelly Grey next, Barron whipping in, After the first half-mile, Baron and'Nelly closed on the leader. Coming up the straight, Chillington was seen again in the lead, with Nelly Grey and the Baron under the whip, endeavoring to catch him, but the chesnut was landed an easy winner by some ten lengths, Baron three lengths in front of Nelly Grey. Ashburton Cup Handicap, of 70 sovs., added to a sweepstake of 5 sovs. each for acceptors ; nonalnatipn, 2 sovs. ; acceptance, 2 sovs. ; two miles. Chancellor ... ... „ ... 1 Lady Ellen ... '... ... 2 The Agent ... ... ... 3

Betting—Even on Chancellor, 2 tq 1 agst Agent, 3 to 1 agst Lady Ellen, 10 to 1 the rest.

Of the eight acceptors five only came to the post, Danebury, Endymion, and Pru dence being the absentees. At the second j attempt Mr. Compton sent them away to a fine start, Agent immediately taking a long lead, Chancellor waiting 10 lengths’ behind until passing the stand whan no went to the front. At the mile and a half post Chancellor and Lady Ellen took a long lead, and from this forward nothing | else was in' it.' They ran neck and neck until the turn, when Lady Ellen’s bolt was shot, and, although ridden out to the finish, Chancellor was never disturbed, winning by 6 lengths, Lady Ellen second, Agent third.

Ladies’ Purse of 25 sovs. ; for county horses only; Welter weights for age ; gentlemen riders, who must be members of the Ashburton Racing Club; entrance 2 sovs. ; 1?> mile. Merlin..! ... 1 Kitty Clyde 2 Dilemma .... ... ... 3 Lone Hand and The Raven also ran. Betting—Even on Kitty Clyde, 2 to 1 | agst The Raven and Dilemma, 4 to 1 Lone Hand, 7 to 1 Merlin. After some delay at the post Mr. Comp ton sent them away to a fair start, Lone Hand and Raven forcing the pace past the stand. -At the first bend the field closed up, and, after running together to the mile post, Kitty Clyde and Merlin went to the front, Lone Hand and Raven falling back last. At the far side Dilemma im proved her position, and Lone Hand made his effort, but both were done with before reaching the straight run in, where Kitty and Merlin came away from their horses, the gelding winning a fast race by four lengths. On returning to the scales the winner and Mr. Friedlander were loudly cheered, and the victory was certainly the most popular of the day. Selling Hack Race of 1 10 *sovs. ;no weight under Bst. ; winner to be sold by auction immediately after the race for £2O, and surplus to go to the fund ; post entry 1 soy. ; 1 mile. Steamer 1 This event, after the usual expenditure of whip-cord deemed necessary in such events, resulted in an easy. victory for Steamer, beating Jeannie, Never Mind, and six others. After the race Mr. Camp bell submitted the winner to auction, his owner buying him in at £22. A meeting of the Stewards was held after the race for the Maiden Plate, when Wood, the rider of Baron, was called upon to give some account for the brutal manner in which he had flogged the horse Baron in this race. After taking evidence, the Stewards very properly decided to dis qualify Wood from riding for any race during the present meeting.

SECOND DA Y.

The Racing Club were not so fortu nate in the matter of weather as could have been desired. Both days of their meeting opened with very promising weather, but at high noon, strong winds .sprung up, sending clouds of dust over I the course. When the first race started on Thursday the wind was blowing strongly and the dust flying in thick clouds, rendering the meeting anything but enjoyable. Notwithstanding this, there was as large a crowd of Onlookers, I while the number of racecourse para sites was fully up to the average. The | first race was started punctually at half | past 12, namely— County Hurdle Handicap Race of 30 sovs., over six flights of about 3ft. 6in. high hurdles ; nomination 1 sov. ac- sovs. ;1\ miles. - ; .. Nellie Grey ... , 1 . Lone Hand ... ... ••• 2 Merlin... ... ... ••• 3:.; Pakeha ~, _ ~.-0 The Raven ... ' ... " ••• 0 Billy Buttons... ... ... 0

Betting—2 to 1. agst Pakeha, Merlin, and Lone Hand-f 3 to 1 agst Billy But tons, 5 to 1 agst the Raven and Nellie Grey.

After some delay at the post, consequent on the disinclination of Billy Buttons to face the starter, they got away at the second attempt: Nellie Grey and Lone Hand leading over the hurdles opposite the stand, Billy Buttons and Merlin whipping in. At the second flight, Billy Buttons ran off, and Merlin and Pakeha brushed through, but were speedily put straight and rapidly made up for lost ground. At the turn for, home Nellie had a command ing lead, Lone Hand coming up fast on the inside. Entering ’ the straight, Lone Hand was under the whip but failed to catch the little Grey, who was landed an easy winner by ten lengths, Lone Hand second, Merlin, five lengths off, third. Mr. Smith rode with great judgment, and was deservedly applauded on returning to the paddock. Racing Club Handicap of 50 sovs. ; no mination 2 sovs., acceptance 2 sovs. ; If mile. Chancellor 1 Lady Ellen ... ... ... 2 [ Little Arthur... 3 getting-r-3 to 2 on Chancellor, 2 to I agst Lady Ellen, 10 to 1 Little Arthur. Of the ten nominated three only declared themselves content with the burden im posed by the handicapper, and Chancellor was at once made first favorite. Mr. Compton despatched them on the first attempt to a very good start, Lady Ellen, getting slightly the best of it, led past the stand, with Chancellor close up, Little Arthur already tailing off. At the railway end Chancellor improved the pace, but could not reach the mare’s head until near the mile ppst, where he took command, and Lady Ellen being quite done with, he won, hard held, by twenty lengths. Little

Arthur never showed with them, and was fully a quarter of a mile away at the finish: y •%.; Publicans’ Purse of 30 sovs. ; weight for age ; entrance 2 sovs.; 1 mile. Luna .:T‘ .... ••• 1 Chillington ... ... ... 2 Betting—3 to lon Luna. * This was reduced to a match between Luna and Chillington, and the latter’s Chrtstehurch -performances were con sidered good enough to make her a strong favorite. Luna had the best of the start, and led for the first quarter of a mile, when Chillington went up to her and they raced neck and neck to the turn for home, where the horse was beaten, and the mare coming away won, hard held, by twenty lengths.

Forced Handicap of 20 sovs. : ; for all winning horses at this meeting; en trance, 2 sovs. : lj mile. Luna 1 Chillington 2 Maori ... ... 3 Betting—3 to 2 agst Luna, 3to 1 agst Maori, 4 te 1 agst Pakeha. The handicap for this event was com piled by Messrs. Compton and Saunders, and four accepted on the weights allotted them.

Luna jumped away with the lead and was never challenged until turning for home, when Chillington went up to her, but, condition telling its tale, the mare easily beat him oil and won easily by seven lengths, Chillington second, and Maori third.

Consolation Handicap of 25 sovs. ; for all beaten horses ; nomination, 1 sov. ; acceptance, 2 sovs. ; 1 mile. Lady Ellen ... ... ... 1 Castout ... ... ... 2

Mr. J. F. Mitchell’s Pakeha and Maori were also nominated, but did not accept. Castout was first away and led for a short distance, when Lady Ellen went up to him, and they raced neck and neck to the bend for home, but Lady Ellen came away, and never being extended, won easily by six lengths. Hurry Scurry of 1£ mile; entrance 1 sov. Maori 1 Never Mind 2

There were seven entries for this event, which produced an excellent race. Stea mer led until approaching the mile, but not liking the crowd, he swerved off the course, and let Maori up, who won comfortably from Never Mind by seven lengths. At the conclusion of the racing, Mr. Bullock offerred several-horses for sale by auction, but Nellie Grey, the winner of the County Hurdle Race, sold to Mr. McCutcheon, at 40 sovs., was the only one disposed of.

Anniversary. —The anniversary services in connection -with the Primitive Methodist Church will be held to-morrow. The ~ Rev. B. J. Westbrooke will preach morn ing and evening, and the choir and Sunday school will give a service of song from the “ Pilgrim’s Progress ” in the afternoon. On Tuesday, a tea meeting and entertainment will be given in the Town Hall under the presidency of the Mayor, The Marionettes.— This wonderful ex hibition of amusing and entertaining mechanism was again brought before an appreciative ) gathering of Ashburton pleasure-seekers last evening at the Town Hall. The risibilities of both juvenile and adults seemed taxed to the utmost at the comicalities, while silent admiration was displayed at the more- sentimental pieces in the programme. The troupe left by train this morning. Accident. —On Thursday evening, just after the races, as Mr. Sargeant, earner, was driving home the plant of a proprietor of games, &c., he' was met by the dray driven by Mr. Hefford. .The latter called to Sargent to look out, who pulled up at once, but not before the wheel of his cart had passed over the stomach of a man who had fallen down in a state of intoxi cation. The injured one was taken to the hospital, and was seen to by Dr. Stewart, under whose pare he is getting on well. H e w &s able to be out last evening.

Race Dinner —On Thursday evening Mr. Quill, oi the Commercial Hotel, pre pared an excellent spread for the Race Dinner, and about forty guests sat down, doing ample justice to the host’s prepara tions, and spending ahappy evening. . Yesterday’s Gale was" severely felt southward, and many buildings were blown down in the Timaru district. In a house in North Street, a Mrs. Drew, sitt ing at her own fire side with & child In her arms, was knocked down by the chimney of the house, which fell with a crash upon her and killed both her and her infant. The roof of the house was torn off by the gale. .

Prize Pigs. —Mr. G- Gilmour’s prize pigs, exhibited at the Show yesterday, have beenbought by Messrs. Sando and Olsen. . .

Burton’s Circus. Messrs. Burton’s great Australian Circus, an establishment as large as that of the famed Cooper and Bail§y’s, if we exclude the menagerie and side show, is advertised for Friday and Saturday next. Racing Club Settling Day. The following amounts were paid over by the Racing Club at their settling this morn ing, to the respective winners at their recent meeting:—Mr. H. Goodman, £l5B ; Mr. W. F. Neilson £B6 ; Mr. J. Smith, £2B ; Mr. R. Mason, £25 ; Mr. A. Her rick, £23 ; Mr. C. C. Fooks, £18; Mr. B. Ede, £8 ; total, £346. Owing to demands on our space, we are compelled to hold over till Monday a report of the Show Dinner and part of Chispa’s letter.

SATURDAY, November »& 1878,3

THE EVENING ECHO.



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