THE SYDNEY EXHIBITION.

In reference to the International Exhi bition the ‘ ‘ Sydney Morning Herald ” of the 30th August says :—“ Arrangements have now been made in reference to toe live stock and wool shows. Entries for sheep, Angora goats, and swine ought to be not later than the Ist September, but may be extended a few days. The show opens on the 30th September, and closes '■ on the Bth October. All sheep will be received lip to the 29th September. Sheep coining overland from other colonies will be received on and after the 23i’d Septem-

ber. Those coming by sea must be at Sydney not later than Bth September, as ” v 'they havh to be isolated 21 days before being taken to the show. The live stock as'well as other exhibits will be carried free by rail. Free passes will be given to drovers as follows :—1 to 5 trucks, one drover ;6to 15 trucks, two drovers. The poultry and dog show opens on the 14th October, and closes on the 21st October. The stud cattle show opens in the first week in December, and closes in eight days thereafter. The fat stock show opens on the 18oh December, and closes in time for the Christmas sale. The horse show opens on the 12th January. Entries generally close one month before the show. The ages of horses will he computed to the Ist August, those of the cattle to the Ist December. The wool entry is not to be later than the Ist December. The show commences on the 20th December. The following have been fixed as the dimen sions of. the wool cases 4ft ljin long, 3ft. lin wide, depth of back Ift B|-in, front Ift 2Jin. •• The cases are to be made of cedar and glass, and provided by each coloijy for itself.. Arrangements will be " made for the sale of stock entered for the exhibition, by auction or otherwise, on the ground. Other stock will be admitted for sale, after exhibition of stock, at the fol lowing charges for entry : —ss per head of stud sheep, Is .per head of fat sheep, and IQs per head for horses and cattle.”

SIR G. GREY’S EXTRAVAGANCE

(From the A’.Z. Times of 9th Sept.) . Sir George .Grey has actually conde-

scended to travel by a passenger steamer, ..to Lyttelton, having sailed by the Penguin yesterday afternoon. We learn the Hine moa has, at length,, laid up for an over “ haul. This is not to be wondered at, con sidering the manner in which the vessel has been used in going hither and thither at high pressure speed, wherever it might suit the whim of the Premier to send her. The Hinemoa could not be spared for the purpose of conveying a Governor and his family away from the colony ; yet it is un deniable that she has been used all through the present elections for the pur pose of keeping a Ministry in power, which has been condemned by the coun try for its reckless and profligate adminis tration. The Hinemoa could not be spared to convey from these shores the

• : Marchioness of Normanby, who was suf fering from a very serious illness at that v-itime ; yet it is a'notorious thing in Auck land that the same vessel has been used , between Kawau and that place in convey ing produce and a few bales of wool from the.island home of the “friend of pos terity ” to the Auckland market. Jf working men would only compare the high sounding phrases of the Premier with his actions, they would soon awake to the fact that this man is only endeav oring to make a tool of them for his own ends. Old Colonists know him far too well to be befooled by his oratorical flourishes, and it will be only a question of a short time before recent arrivals in the colony will be also able to judge for themselves how far the Premier’s actions correspond with his speeches. When Parliament meets, we have no doubt that members will cause investigation to be made into the manner in which public funds have been squandered and the scandalous way in which a Government steamer has been used to do purely private work.

THE CHAMPION SCULLING MATCH

Late papers to hand give details of the sculling contest at Sydney on the 29th August, between Laycock and Trickett. The general public had evinced an unusual amount of interest in the event, probably

from tlie fact that the winner will be chosen to represent New South Wales '4l yttgaisist'“the Canadian sculler, Hanlon (of Toronto), champion of Great Britain and the United States. At Punch’s Hotel 5 to 2 and 3 to 1 on Trickett were eagerly accepted. Frantic bets of 5 to 1 were made, and great excitement prevailed. She contest was for the right to be termed “ Champion of the World,” (a title won by Trickett on the- occasion of his late visit to England), and for a stake of £2OO a side. The match was rowed over the champion course, Parramatta River ; the entire distance being, as nearly as possible, 100 yards over 3| miles. Despite the fact that'Trickett h as recently lost one of his fingers, and also met with a defeat at the hands of liis-present opponent, he has more than regained his former supremacy by the result of the present contest. Throughout the race the weather was splendid, and the water smooth. The tide was just on the turn as the men started. Lay cock had the advantage, pulling 37 to the minute against Trickett’s 36. The latter, however, collared Laycock at 400 yards, and passed him, pulling easily. Laycock never afterwards seemed to challenge him : and when the first mile was reached Trickett was leading by a f jll length. At the second mile, still pulling well ■within himself in splendid style, he had increased his lead to three or four lengths. At this point Laycock made for the southern shore, while Trickett kept a straight course along the northern bank. All interest in the race now ended. The two pullers were ever so wide apart, and Laycock steering wildly. Trickett through out was never “asked” to race, finally Winning as he liked, from 15 to 18 lengths ahead. The time occupied was 22min. 38sec. \ beingt the second best time ever made in "Australia. Trickett used the American invention of swivel rowlocks, with -which Hanlon performed so well in England. .. The last issue of the “ Sydney Mail £ to hand—that of the 30th August—has the following gossip concerning the match: —“ A week has passed since we summed

up the doings of the two men preparing to contest for the championship of the * *‘world on the waters of Rort Jackson. /;*/{Sjn'cq that date all the preparations have 'Son# pt|isfacso!Pily 1 and. the rass

readers receive this journal. We are pro mised, by present atmospheric indica tions, an exceedingly wet day, and pro bably a heavy easterly wind : this, coupled with a flowing tide, against which the men will row, will tend to prolong the dura tion of the race. Both the scullers are apparently trained to their own satis satisfaction, and as they are heavier than when they previously raced, it may be presumed that both are in the best of condition. Trickett was afloat for a final paddle on Thursdap forenoon, and Don nelly was engaged in fitting a pair of swivel rowlocks on to his new boat, so that after all he intends to use them to day. Laycock, we are assured, will discard the innova tion, but he will use sculls eight inches in breadth—the broadest ever used in a match before. Last night, notwithstand ing the incessant rain, there was a great gathering of the boating fraternity at Trickett’s Hotel to be present at the staking of the last deposit and the making of the final arrangements for the race. The money was duly put into Mr. Driver’s hands, and the choice of positions on the river having been tossed for, w r as won by Laycock. The betting, which has ranged from 6 to 7 to 4, turned still further in favor of Trickett, and 5 to 1 finding but few takers, 14 to 6 was laid, but not in large sums, The race will commence at ibout four o’clock, and the articles stipu late that it shall be rowed under the new rules of boat racing, so that tlie danger of a foul is greatly minimised, and all things lend to indicate that the best man will win. ”

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%HiASH33 URTO N HERALD

[Saturday, ij, 18^9,



New Advertisements. TO THE RATEPAYERS OF THE BOROUGH OF ASHBURTON. Ashburton, Sept. 12, 1879. GENTLEMEN, —I beg to return you my sincere thanks for the honor you have done me and the confidence you have shown in me by placing me yesterday at the head of the Poll. I regret extremely that business engagements in Christchurch prevented my being present last night to offer you my thanks personally, when I should have told you, gentlemen, that I will continue to do all 1 can for the advancement of the Borough, and especially to endeavor to have all works of improvement carried out as rapidly and economically as possible. Again sincerely thanking you, and trusting you may never have cause, through any action of mine, to regret the confidence you have placed in me. I am, gentlemen, Yours obediently, 433 a JAMES CAMPBELL. WESLEYAN CHURCH, Cameron Street.—Service will be conducted in the above Church To-morrow Morning and Evening by the Rev. J. Simmonds, of Timaru. 435 a PRIMITIVE METHODIST CHURCH, Wills-street—Service will be con ducted in the above Church To-morrow Morning by Mr. J. Scott, and in the Evening by Mr. J. Johns. 436 a PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH—Divine Service will be conducted in the above Church To-morrow Morning and Evening. 437 a NOTICE. ASHBURTON TOWN HALL COMPANY [LIMITED]. THE ANNUAL MEETING of Share holders of the Ashburton Town Hall Company [Limited], will be held in the Town Hall, Ashburton, on SATURDAY, the 4th October, inst., at 7 p.m. By order of the Directors, CHARLES BRADDELL, Ashburton, 10th Sept., 1879. 434 a Public Notices. A MEETING of Cricketers is called for SATURDAY, the 13th instant, at Quill’s Hotel, at 7.30 p.m., to consider several important matters in connection with the ensuing season. F. MAINWARIN G, Ashburton, Sept. 9, 1879. 406 a IN BANKRUPTCY. J^OTICE —The “ Asiibukton llebald” is a Gazette for all notices under the Debtors and Creditors Acts. 60 CONCERTINAS, German Accordians, Violins, etc. Concertinas, 20 keys, from 10/6. H. M. JONES, Stationer. SEWING Machines and other Requi sites. H. M. JONES, Stationer, Etc., Baring Square. 473 v ANTED KNOWN, that Envelopes and Notepaper can be obtained, wholesale or retail, at unusually low rates at the “ Herald ” Office, East-street North. £42 DIARIES. —A Few Commercial and Scribbling Diaries on Sale, Cheap, at the “ Herald ” Stationery Depot, East Street North, near Railway Station. CRICKETING Materials --Bats, Balls, Stumps, Knee Pads, &c., at H. M. JONES’, * Stationei, Baring Square. OTE FOR AND PNPTV, ART



Auction Sales. LFRED JJ ARRISON, AUCTIONEER, STOCK AND ESTATE AGENT, ASHBURTON. Farms, Town Sections, and House Pro perties on the Books for Sale or to Bet. AGENT FOR THE TRANSATLANTIC FIRE ASSURANCE COMPANY. Chief Office— Christchurch. Electoral. MONDAY, SEPT. 15TH, 1879. Vote for HART, INTEGRITY and CONSISTENCY. LECTORS in all parts of the District are informed that Conveyances will travel to and from the various Polling Booths during the day of Election. Poll commences at 9 a.m. and closes at 4 p.m. POLL EARLY, and Remember that GEORGE HART is the man to vote for. 405 a TO THE ELECTORS OF THE COLERIDGE DISTRICT —I have the honor to inform you that it is my intention to offer myself for Re-election as your Representative in the next Parliament. I have the honor to remain, Gentlemen, Your obedient Servant, GEORGE HART. Christchurch, 13th August, 1879. 275 a Public Notices. IN THE MATTER OF A BILL INTITULED AN ACT to Enable the Ashburton County Council to Supply the Rate payers of that Part of the County of Ashburton between the Ash burton and Rakaia Rivers with Water. NT OTICE is hereby given, that application is ' intended to be made at the next session of th e General Assembly of New Zealand, to introduce a Bill to enable the Ashburton County Council to supply the ratepayers and residents of that part of the County of Ashburton be ween Ashburton and Rakaia Rivers with wa ter, for Domestic, Agricultural, and Pastoral purposes and for such purposes to take water from the said rivers to the extent of one half the volume thereof or from the tributary of the Ashburton River, known as “ Pudding Hill Stream,” to the ex tent of three-fourths of the volume thereof, and to purchase and hold all lands necessary for such purposes, and to make and construct all the necessary works, and borrow the necessary money to enable the said County Council to do so, and making provision for the payment of the interest upon any loans and providing a sinking fund for the payment of the principal money. Also defining the boundaries of any district within or in respect of which any water supply is to be provided. Also empowering the Council to enter upon any land within any district for the purpose of making the necessary surveys. Also enabling the Council to obtain the con sent of the ratepayers within any district and defining the mode by which such consent is to be obtained.



Also enabling the Council to provide for and regulate the supply of water to ratepayers and the charge to be paid therefor, and to make all necessary By-laws affecting such object, and to make all regulations necessary for the guidance of the Council in carrying out the provisions of the Act, and to fix penalties for the breach of any by-law or regulation, or for the wilful or malicious injury to, or trespass upon any work, or for taking or abstracting water therefrom, and for the recovery of such rates and penal ties. Notice is hereby further given, that copies of the proposed Bill may be obtained at the offices of Messrs. Garrick and Cowliihaw, Solicitors, Christchurch, and the following places The offices of the County Council, Town of Ashburton. Road Board Office, Town of Ashburton. W. C. WALKER, Chairman, Ashburton County Council. Garrick and Cowlishaw, Solicitors for the Bill, •244 a Christchurch. JUST ARRIVED Young Ladies’ Journal, London Journal, Family Herald, and Bow Bells, at H. M. Jones’ Baring Square. lOHOOL Requisites and AHist Mate* jji&jt), jjl, M, JOJSJEB, §tatien®r,



Auction Sales. SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 13TH. MR; JOHN LLOYD CRAWLEY will hold his USUAL SALE OF MERCHANDISE At his Rooms, Saunders’ Buildings, ox SATURDAY NEXT, Particulars in Future Advertisements. Sale to commence at 1 o’clock sharp. J. LLOYD CRAWLEY, * Auctioneer



MIL JOHN LLOYD CRAWLEY has for Sale some VALUABLE TOWN SECTIONS in Ashburton and Tinwald ; also, some Farms to Let and for Sale. also, — 1 Good Double-seated BUGGY 1 ~ Single-seated ~ J. LLOYD CRAWLEY, * Auctioneer, &c.



For Sale. FOR SALE, PRIME TUSCAN SEED WHEAT at 5/ per bushel. JOHN GRIGG, 383 a Longbeach. FOR SALE, COMPACT FARM, well-watered, _ _ and really first-class land of about 200 acres, situated on Lonsbeach Estate. For full particulars, apply to 6 THOMAS BULLOCK. A FOR SALE, Cheap, or TO LET, with a Purchasing Clause, a FARM, of 137 Acres, partly improved, and situated about three and a half miles from the Township. Apply to c THOMAS BULLOCK. FOR SALE, CHEAP, NEW AMERICAN BUGGY. Ap ply to THOMAS BULLOCK. FOR SALE, A GRAIN STORE at South Ashbur ton. Apply to 8—266 a THOMAS BULLOCK. To Let. TO LET, a Two-roomed COTTAGE, with Scullery, Range, &c., East Town Belt. Apply Sealy Bros. , Seed Shop. 412 a mo LET, at a very low rental —Bakery, J_ together with Dwelling-house and Shop, near the Post Office. 393 a TUOS. BULLOCK. TO LET, AT A REDUCED RENTAL, BOARDING-HOUSE, presently occu pied by Mr. Broadbelt, situated near the Post Office. Apply to 3 THOMAS BULLOCK. nnO LET, Shop in East-street, lately 1 occupied by Sando and Olsen. Ap ply to 3 THOMAS BULLOCK. TO LET, for Cropping, or with a Pur chasing clause, a FARM of 186 Acres, partly improved, and situate near Dromore Railway Station. Apply to THOMAS BULLOCK.



TO LET, WITH A PURCHASING CLAUSE, OR FOR SALE, CHEAP, 453 ACRES> 453 Which would make a very compact farm, situated at the back of Mr. Digby’s. Apply to THOMAS BULLOCK.



Tenders. ASHBURTON COUNTY COUNCIL. ASHBURTON POUND. "VTOTICE is hereby given that tenders lil for one or more years are invited from persons willing to undertake the duties of POUNDKEEPER of the Ash burton Pound. The successful tenderer will receive as remuneration all fees for impounded animals as laid down by “ The Canterbury Trespass of Cattle Ordinance, 1872,” and will also have to comply as to any other details connected with the appointment with the provisions of the said Ordinance. Tenderers are therefore requested to state how much per annum they are will ing to pay to the Council for the privilege of collecting these fees. A house of four rooms is attached to the pound, for the use of which the successful tenderer will have to pay to the Council ten shillings per week as rent during the time of his tenancy of the Pound. All payments to be made monthly, in advance. The appointment to commence on the 19th October, 1879. A copy of the ‘ ‘ Canterbury Trespass of Cattle Ordinance, 1872,” is on view at the Council’s offices to intending applicants. The highest or any tender not necesarily accepted. Tenders, with references, endorsed— “ Tender for Poundkeeper, Ashburton,” will be received up to Ten a.m. on Wed nesday, the Ist day of October, 1879. By Order, F. MAINWARING, Clerk. Ashburton, Sept 9, 1879. 406 a WANTED, fjpENDERS for ROLLING 600 Acres Barley at Dromore, in lots of 200 acres or more ; work to be finished not later than gl§t September. Apply JOHtf (TRIGG, 9f?i



Auction Sales. TO LET, A COMFORTABLE- well-finished Six Roomed House, in Cox street, with work-shop or stable, and a quarter acre of land. —Apply to „ EDMISTON BROS. & GUNDRY V. D. L. PALINGS, PALINGS, PALINGS, f Undersigned have on sale 5 and 6 FEET Y.D.L. PALINGS, Of the very best quality for roofing, being perfectly straight and free from twists, which they are now offering at a very low rate. , EDMISTON BROS. & GUNDRY. NOTICE. BULLOCK & CO. beg to intimate that the Business V\ carried on by us for the past twelve months under the style of BULLOCK & Co. Will in future be conducted under our own names as EDMISTON BROS. & GUNDRY. C. J. EDMISTON. P. A. EDMISTON. W. H. GUNDRY. Ashburton, July 1, 1879. 82a



EDMISTON BROS. & GUN DRY. AGENTS FOR THE SOUTH BRITISH FIRE AND MARINE INSURANCE COMPANY OF NEW ZEALAND. CAPITAL £1,000,000. Insurances effected at the lowest current rates on all kinds of Buildings, Threshing Machines, Crops Growing and in Stack.



TO RUNHOLDERS, FARMERS. AND OTHERS. PJpHE Undersigned have on Sale : Fencing Wire No. 6 to 10. Standards and Stakes. Seeds— White Clover Red Clover Cow Grass Alsike Trefoil Lucerne, &c., &c. Rye Grass Seed Coal and Firewood Station Stores of Every Description. We are prepared to allow a very liberal discount for cash. EDMISTON BROS. & GUNDRY. East Street. Public Notices SANDO AND OLSEN’S ASSIGNED ESTATE. DEBTS due to this Estate must be paid to Mr. G. D. Boileau, Ac countant, Saunders’ Buildings, without delay. S. SAUNDERS B. HALE | Trustees. Ashburton, 9th July, 1879. 86a NOTICE. ESTATE OF F. DOHERTY. ALL Accounts due to the above estate must be paid forthwith 1) Mr. Doherty, or they will be sued for without further notice. By order of the Trustees, D. CARO. 927 W. BROWNE. WASTE PAPER for Sale, 3d. peril). at the Herald Office. Apply early. 590 CHRISTCHURCH AND SUBURBAN DIRECTORY FOR 1879. ON SALE at the “HERALD” Office, Saunders Buildings, East-street. Price : Two Shillings and Sixpence. Neatly Bound in Cloth. The above Volume contains a lot of valuable information, and should be in the hands of every Tradesman. FINE Cream-Laid ENVELOPES, No. 6 ; extra secure shape, ONLY 9s. 6d. per 1000; s°o, 55.; 250, 35., NETT CASH. ALSO, — BANK NOTE AND LETTER PAPER WEEKS & DIXON, DIRECT IMPORTERS, WHOLESALE AND RETAIL STATIONERS, A,SHi3sJivrON MjjEßAkpn OFFICE,



Business Notice. ORR & CO’S. REVISED PRICE LIST. ~jT JAVING secured Large Stocks of the following, we have decided to give the Public the advantage of our purchases, and beg to submit quotations as under, — FOR CASH. SUGAR. s. d. Good brown, per lb. per bag o 3*4 ~ white „ „ o 4 ]/ A Fine white „ v o 4^4 TEA. Fine quality, per lb. per half-chst. 1 9 Extra quality „ ~20 Boxes, 18/6 to 25/ SOAP. Pale yellow, per box ... 10 o Mottled „ ... 12 6 JAMS. Per dozen ... ... ... 8 o MARMALADE. s. d. Per dozen ... ... ... 9 o CANDLES. Sperm, per lb. per box ... o 9 Colonial „ „ ... 05 CURRANTS. Per dozen lbs. ... ... 4 6 RAISINS. Per dozen lbs. ... ... 6 6 SALMON and LOBSTER. Per dozen ... 9 6 FRESH HERRINGS. s. d. Per dozen ... ... 8 0 PICKLES. Per dozen ... ... 9 o- OATMEAL. Per lb. per bag o ■ 2*4 PATNA RICE. Per dozen lbs.- ... ... 2 6 SAGO. Per lb. ... o 5 TART FRUITS. Per dozen S o



ORR AND CO. IMPORTERS, ASHBUKTON AJfP EAKAIA,



Wants. WANTED to JL’urchase, an Improved FARM of about 50 acres, with House. Terms Gash. Apply to G.. D. BOILEAU, Accountant, 368 a Saunders’ Buildings, Ashburton. 7ANTED KNOWN, that Messrs. Poyut-z and Co. have Two and hour-roomed Houses for Sale, on exceed ingly advantageous terms-—-REAL BAR- WANTED KNOWN—That the cheap est i.nd neatest CARDS may bo had at Pie ASHBURTON HERALD OFFICE East Street North. TAT ANTED Known, that FIFTEEN YY Words are inserted in this Column for ONE SHILLING; if booked, Scale Charge. Meetings. COLERIDGE ELECTION MR. E. G. WRIGHT WILL YDDRESS THE ELECTORS OF ASHBURTON THIS EVENING, At THE TOW N .HALL, AT 7.30. 439 a



ASHBURTON AGRICULTURAL AND PASTORAL ASSOCIATION. A GENERAL MEETING will be held at the Somerset Hotel on Monday next, the 15th instant, at 3 o’clock, for the purpose of considering the advisability of holding the Annual Show. GEORGE JAMESON, 411 a Hon. Secretary. Amusements. J)ACING QLUB. ANNUAL MEETING. WEDNESDAY AND THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 19TH and 20TH. FIRST DAY. 1. Handicap Hurdle Race of 40 sovs; distance 2 miles, over 8 flights of about 3ft. 6in. hurdles; nomination I sov., acceptance 2 sovs. 2. County Hurdle Race Handicap of 25 sovs. ; over 6 flights of abcut 3ft. 6 in. hurdles; nomination 1 sov., acceptance 2 sovs. ; i x /z miles. District horses only. 3. Maiden Plate of 20 sovs. ; distance 1 X miles; weight for age ; entrance 2 sovs. ; district horses only, that have never won an advertised race. 4. Ashburton Cup Handicap of 50 sovs., added to a sweepstake of 5 sovs. for acceptors; nomination 2 sovs., acceptance 2 sovs.; 2 miles. 5. Lvdies’ Purse of 25 sovs;; district horses only ; welter weights for age ; gentlemen riders, who must be members of the Ash burton Racing Club; entrance 2 sovs.; \]/ 2 miles. 6. Farmers’ Plate of 10 sovs.; for horses the bona fide property of owners residing in the County of Ashburton ; no weight under 12 stone; \ l / 2 miles; entrance I sov. SECOND DAY. 1. County Steeplechase of 30 sovs.; over about 2 miles of fair hunting country ’; weight for age; for district horses only; entrance 2 sovs. 2. Racing Club Handicap of 40 sovs.; added to a sweep of 3 sovs. for acceptors ; iX miles; open ; nomination 2 sovs. 3. Tradesmen’s Handicap of 20 sovs.; district horses only; iX miles; nomina tion 1 sov.; acceptance 1 sov. 4. Forced Handicap of 15 sovs.; for all winning horses at this meeting; entrance 2 sovs.; 1X miles. 5. Consolation Handicap of 15 sovs.; for beaten horses; nomination 1 sov.; acceptance 1 sov. RULES AND REGULATIONS : Qualification fee, £2 25.; members of the Ashburton Racing Club free. No entry will be received for any of the races except on the condition that all dis putes shall be decided by the stewards, whose decision in all cases shall he final. County horses shall be held to mean horses the bona fide property of owners residing in the County of Ashburton pre vious to Ist September, 1879. Canterbury Jockey Club rules strictly adhered to unless otherwise specified. No protest will be entertained unless £2 2s. be deposited, which shall be for feited should the protest, in the opinion of the stewards, prove frivolous. All entries and nominations to be in the hands of the secretary, addressed to the Somerset Hotel, not later than 4 p.m. on October 31st. Weights to appear for first day’s handicaps on Friday. November 14th ; acceptances on Monday, November 17th, in “ Lyttelton Times,” the “Press,” and the Ashburton “Herald;” and for second day’s racing, weights will be declared at 7 p.m. on evening of Novem ber 19 ; acceptances at 9 p.m. same night. All enti'ies to be sealed and addressed to to the secretary, Ashburton, enclosing entrance fees, name and age of horse, and colors of the rider. Any jockey riding in any other than his declared colors will be fined one sovereign. JAMES WILKIE,