SHIPPING.

[by telegraph.] Port of Lyttelton, Tuesday, 3.24 Arrived —Rotorua, s.s., from the North ; Hawea, s.s., from Port .Chalmers.

COMMERCIAL.

Mr. Alfred Harrison reports for the week ending Saturday, 22nd May, as follows : ' On Thursday, 20th May, at the Timvald sale yards, the following stock was dis posed of : —l3 draught horses and hacks sold at prices varying from £lO to £22 ; 14 cows, from £4 7s. 6d. to £7 ; 8 yearling calves, at £1 13s. each ; 6 pigs, at £1 7s. 6d. each, or about 6d. per lb. A quantity of implements were also disposed of at fair prices. Saturday, May 22.-3 hacks sold at from £8 to £lO ; implements realised satisfactory prices, and produce as fol lows Onions, to Id.; potatoes, 505.; carrots, 355.; peas, green, 2s. per bushel; peas, white, 3s. per bushel ; apples, from ss. to 7s. per case ; cheese, from 4d. to sd. per lb. ; fowls, 2s. Gd. to 3s. per pair ; ducks, 3s. 9d. per pair; pigs, 6d. to 7d. per lb. On the same date, the Steeplechase privileges were disposed of as follows : No. 1, publican’s booth, £l7 10s. ; No. 2, refreshment booth, £2 ss. ; No. 3, gate, £23 ; No. 4, sports, £2 ; No. 5, cards, £1 11s. ; horse yards, £l.

MAIL NOTICES.

Mails close at the Chief Post Office, Christchurch, for the following places (subject to necessary alterations) as under: — Wednesday, May 26. For Australian Colonies, per express train (to connect with the s.s. Rotorua at Port Chalmers), at 7.30 a.m. SYDNEY J. DICK, Chief Postmaster.

The Ashburton Herald AND Borough and County Advertiser (With which is incorporated the “Evening Echo”). TUESDAY, MAY 25, 1880.

Wakanui Road Board. —The survey ors to this Board invite tenders for the re-formation of the Seafield road, adjoin ing Fairfield Estate, and for making foot paths on the east side of Beach road. Fire at Rakaia. —A fire took place at Mr. Peter Drummond’s, at North Rakaia, on Thursday night, which destroyed a combine and about 1,000 bushels of oats. It is not known how the fire originated. The combine was insured, but the oats were not.

Accidents on the Race Course.— ln riding Magic for the Cup yesterday at Christchurch, Hankins, the well known jockey, got a nasty fall, and was carried from the course to the weighing room in sensible. In the Consolation Race, Keith, who rode Micky Free, got a severe spill, by which he was very much cut, and had a leg broken. Tenders. The Ashburton Borough Council are desirous of receiving tenders for 100 to 200 casks cement, and for 20,000 feet of timber ; also, for repairing immigration cottages and executing the work of concrete channellings. The Upper Ashburton Road Board are likewise calling for tenders for several descriptions of work.

A Noble Sailor. —A noteworthy in cident, which occurred in one of the late gales, a little to the north of Boddam Harbor, not far from Peterherd, is re corded by a correspondent. A Swedish schooner was there driven on the rocks, and thence on the beach, where she stranded, the sea making a clean breach over her. By means of the Manby rocket apparatus a line was flung on board, but the crew either did not know what to do with it or were paralysed by fear and cold. Seeing this, a noble fellow named George Oatley, a gunner’s mate and drill in structor of the Naval Reserve at Peter head, stripped and swam out to the vessel through the breakers. He reached her in safety, made fast the line, and then put on a few clothes which the crew gave him, after which he sent the crew—who numbered five in all—ashore in a cradle, one after the other. Last of all he came back himself, and as his form, cut and bleeding from contact with the rocks, and benumbed with cold, was drawn to land, the crowd of spectators who had witnessed the gallant deed cheered him to the echo. He was pressed to take some brandy, but refused it, saying he was a teetotaller ; and on being told he would die if lie did not take it, he replied that he would rather die than take it. He did not take it, and he is as well again as ever he was. Oatley is thirty-six years of age, has been in the Royal Navy for twenty years, and has the China and Abyssinian medals. The Duke of Edinburgh has marked his appreciation of his gallant conduct, as above narrated, by recommending him for the Albert medal of the first class. The Earl of Errol, whose seat is near Peterhead, started a subscription for a testimonial to him, and the movement was officially taken in hand by the Provost and Council of that town, who have re ceived many donations from all parts of the country.

The County Engineer invites tenders for drainage works at Timvald and Wheeler’s Creek. The Racecourse Accidents. Han kins and Keith, who were hurt in the races yesterday, are progressing favorably.

Death of Swindler. —The steeple chaser Swindler, which fell at the Grand National yesterday, died last night, while entering the box. The Gas Company.—A meeting of the shareholders of the local Gas Company is called for to-morrow, at 2 p.m., in the Library Hall. Inquest. —An inquest on the body of Mr. George Bland was held this afternoon at Baldwin’s Central Hotel, but was not concluded when we went to press. Ashburton Steeplechases.’ The members of the Steeplechase Committee have arranged to meet at Mr. Hunt’s farm at 3 o’clock on Thursday afternoon, for the purpose of selecting a course.

Railway Time Table.— Those of our readers who travel up and down the Rakaia and Ashburton Forks line are re ferred to an advertisement, notifying im portant alterations in the time table. Drunk. —An old offender, named Mar ten Moran, alias Wearn, against whom ten previous convictions were recorded, was lined ss. this morning, at the R.M. Court.

Horticultural Society. —Mr. Mayo will road a paper on “ Window Gardens” at the meeting of members of the Horti cultural Society, to be held at Mr. Anstee s house this evening.

The Borough Bye-Laws. —The mem bers of the Borough Council will hold a special meeting at 7 o’clock this evening, for the purpose of considering the pro posed by-laws. The Borough’s Auditors. Three gentlemen were nominated to-day to fill the position of auditors to the Borough Council. As only two are required, a poll is announced to bo taken on Tuesday next. The Colliers’ Strike.— Much trouble has been caused throughout Australia by the strikes of the Newcastle colliers, and many factories had to suspend work for a time owing to want of fuel. 2,000 miners are on strike in Newcastle.

Te Whiti at Home. —Te Whiii is having a considerable amount of clearing done at Parihaka, and the land prepared for putting in a larger area of crops next season than he has ever done in any pre vious year.

A Stray Raft.— A Wellington telegram says' :—Captain Flowerday, of the steamer St. Kilda, reports to the Marine Depart ment that he saw a raft of timber 15ft by 15ft, 2ft deep at Separation Point, bearing W.S.W., ten miles distant, which might be dangerous to shipping. The Auckland Smuggler.— Mrs. Bos lock, the woman who was recently sentenced to to six months imprisonment for smuggling ashore from an English ship a large quantity of jewellery, and evading the customs duties thereon, has been pardoned by the Governor, and released from prison. Gun Accident at Timaiiu.— Scarcely a holiday passes when game is in season without some gun accident happening, attended with more or less severe results. In addition to the other accidents we have reported, a gentleman named Peryman, a Timaru resident, on the Queen’s Birthday received a charge of gunshot in his side from a companion’s gun, but was not dangerously injured.

To Heads of Families. —Mr. Thomas Taylor informs us that, in consequence of the supply of good 'things at the Good Templar soiree last evening being in excess of the demand, he has on hand a large quantity of cakes, tarts, and other edibles which lie is desirous of disposing of at exceedingly low prices. We recommend heads of families to pay Mr. Taylor a visit at once.

Pugilistic. —Three men, named respec tively William Stothers, Robert Falkner, and Charles Smith, were charged, before Mr. Guinness, this morning, with com mitting a breach of the peace. Constable Warring gave evidence that the accused were fighting in the public streets and creating a disturbance. His Worship fined Stothers L 5 and the two other offenders were let off with a fine of 10s. each, or in default, 48 hours’ imprisonment. All Hot. —Under this attractive head ing our worthy townsman, Mr. Thomas Taylor, East street, announces that in future hot tea and coffee, accompanied with a hot pie, can be had at his shop at all hours. Mr. Taylor has had an in genious contrivance fitted up, by which the tea, coffee, and pies are kept in a steaming hot state, and we have no doubt but that our country friends especially will give the shop frequent calls during the coining winter months, at which period of the year such refreshments are n especial demand.

Civil Cases. —There were but few cases called on at the Court this morning, and all but one were adjourned. In the case of Passmore v. Johnson, Mr. Bran son obtained an adjournment till Friday, 11th June,. A number of cases brought by the Borough Council against defaulting ratepayers, were, on the application of Mr. Crisp, adjourned until Friday next. Mr. Crisp appeared for the plaintiff in M‘Rae v. Bates, and obtained judgment by default for the amount claimed, L3O, and L 4 9s. Gd. costs, and immediate execution granted.

Confirmation. —A Confirmation Ser vice was held at St. Mark’s Church, Ra kaia, on Sunday, when fifteen candidates of both sexes received the rite. The Pri mate delivered a most impressive address to the candidates and the congregation present. The church was crowded, and many persons were unable to find either sitting or standing room, and had to re main outside. At the conclusion of the service the candidates —some of whom had come from a distance—adjourned to the parsonage, where they were entertained by the Incumbent, the Rev. Y 7. H. Elton, at luncheon. In the evening the church was again crowded, the Bishop preaching the sermon.

Fatal Gun Accident.

On Sunday a melancholy accident occurred, which unfortunately resulted in the death of the sufferer, and quite a sadness lias been cast over the neighbor hood by the event. It appears that on Sunday morning Messrs. Purchase and George Bland, of this town, set out on horseback for Mrs. Bland’s, Greenstreet, intending to spend the Queen’s Birthday

holiday there. For this purpose the two young men took with them a gun each, meaning to go duck shooting, as well as to take part in the pigeon shooting match at Mr. Tisch’s yesterday. On the way up the river, however (and they entered the bed of the river at the bridge), a stray shot or two presented themselves, and the guns were brought into use. It was found that the piece carried by Mr. Bland was choked in some way, and would not fire, so it was found necessary to shoot alter nately with Mr. Purchase’s gun. About four miles up] the river, towards [Green street, in a swamp of deep flax and tus sock, two shots had been missed through Mr. Purchase having to put up his gun hammers after the birds had risen. At this time Mr. Purchase was 011 foot, Mr. Bland riding, and leading Mr. Purchase’s horse. Mr. Bland, annoyed at losing the shots, urged his com panion to carry the piece at full cock, so that he might be ready for the next duck that might rise. The right barrel of the fowling piece was discharged at the first bird that rose after these in structions had been given by Bland, bub the game was missed by Purchase, wlio then proceeded to re-load. Finding that Mr. Purchase’s ammunition was in his great coat behind the saddle of the led horse, Mr. Bland, who had his in his belt across his body, volunteered a charge from his pouch, to save un doing the straps on the led horse. The gun was carried in between the horses by Mr. Purchase, and Mr. Bland leant over and poured the ammunition from the belt into the fowling piece, Mr. Purcliaso meanwhile holding the gun. The led horse swerved a little, and threatened to close up on the other. Mr. Purchase, to avoid being crushed be tween the two beasts, and afraid of an accident with the gun while in that posi tion, drew out suddenly from between the horses. In getting away he gave the gun a smart jerk towards him, to get it out of harm’s way, and somehow the trigger of the left hand barrel, which was still on full cock, got caught in his clothing, and the gun went off. Being so near to his companion, the full charge was lodged in the calf of Mr. Bland’s right leg. Mr. Purchase helped his friend to dismount, and laid him on the tussock, immediately thereafter starting off for aid. After a long run he met Mr. and Mrs. Harris, and eventually other help was procured. On Mr. Purchase’s return 110 found Mr. Bland sitting up examining the wound. Mr. Purchase was away about an hour, and during this time the wound in Mr. Bland’s leg had been left unbound. Such extempore dressing as the circumstances permitted was given by those present to the wound, which was a deep and dangerous one, from which a considerable quantity of blood had been lost. A dray having been procured the young man was taken to Mr. Harris’s, in the neighborhood, and after a short time Dr. Stewart, who had been found by a messenger despatched for a medical man, arrived, and examined the sufferer, ordering his removal at once to Ashburton. This was accomplished, the doctor still in attendance, and Mr. Bland was brought into town about six o’clock, the accident having happened about one. He was conveyed to the house of Mrs. Dally, Wakanui Road, where the further aid of Drs. Trevor and Ross was obtained. Some hope of recovery was entertained for a time, though the medical men saw that the limb would have to be ampu tated ; but at nine o'clock, or a few minutes after, the young man died, hav ing gradually sunk from his arrival in the township. What makes matters worse is the fact that Mr. Bland’s mother is seriously ill, and the news of the accident will be a heavy blow to her. Mr. Bland, the deceased young man, was an assistant draper in the employ of Mr. Win. Gavin, Ashburton, and Mr. Purchase is a well known hairdresser in East street.

Templar Anniversary.

Last night the sixth anniversary of the Star of the East Lodge of Good Templars was celebrated in the Town Hall by a tea meeting and concert. As is usual with the anniversaries of this Lodge, both the tea meeting and the concert were well ar ranged for, and success rewarded the labors of the committee, who entrusted to Mr. Thomas Taylor the duty of purvey ing ; and the satisfactory display of good tilings provided showed the wisdom of the committee’s choice. The tables were well patronised during the evening by a large number of Templars and friends of the cause, and the good things were dispensed by the following ladies : —Mesdames Tur ton, Tippets, St. Hill, Cook, Craighead, Vaughan, Stokes, and Ibell, and Misses Davis and Richards.

After the tables had been cleared, the concert began. It was intended that the chair should have been taken by Mr. Alfred Saunders, M.H.R., but owing to that gentleman’s unavoidable absence, his place was supplied by Mr. Isaac Scott. The meeting was addressed by the Rev. Mr. Keall, and the Rev. Mr. Smith, and Rev. Mr. Hands’ name was also on the programme, hut that gentleman was de tained at Mount Somers by other duties, and therefore his address was wanting. Mr. Keall, after a short reference to the suc cess of Templaryand the temperance cause in Ashburton, read an extract from a Home paper that had been quoted by a Christchurch newspaper, and which we give elsewhere. The incident was one in which a gallant sailor saved the lives of a Swedish crew ; thoroughly exhausted, he was offered some brandy which he de clined. He was told by the doubt less well meaning by-standers that un less he partook of the offered stimu lants ho would die. Ho elected to run the risk of death rather than break his pledge, and chose to die sober if he were to die then. He didn’t drink the liquor, and he didn’t die, but is as well as ever. Speaking from this incident Mr. Keall in culcated the lesson of steadfastness in the cause which Templars had espoused, which he felt sure would eventually triumph. The Rev. Mr. Smith spoke of temperance as a philanthropic, patriotic, and benevolent cause—that had outlived a strong and continued opposition, and had triumphed most when most down trodden —and he claimed for it the hearty and earnest support of the Christian Church. The rev. gentleman made use of some very happy anecdotes and apt illustrations in the course of a racy, but withal telling speech. The musical part of the entertainment was under the care of Mr. Alex. Craig head, who, himself possessed of a good baritone voice, which he can use to ex cellent purpose, took part in the concerted pieces and sang one or two solos with

great effect. The accompaniments were played by Miss Reynolds, a young lady onty a few weeks from Home, who has made the piano her profession, and dis plays a thorough mastery of the instru ment. Tier accompaniments were accu rate and tasteful, and the two pieces she played, one at the opening and the other after the interval, were loudly applauded. The National Anthem was sung in solo and chorus by the little glee party very spiritedly as an opening piece, and during its performance the audience rose to their feet in honor of her Majesty and joined in the last chorus. The glee party was made up of Mr. and Mrs. Craighead, Mrs. Vaughan, and Mr. Pickford, and the pieces sung by them were “ See our oars,” “ Winds gently whisper,” “Come where my love lies dreaming,” and “ May Day,” Mr. Craighead’s “ Sexton ” was admirably sung, while Mrs. Craighead was very effective in the sweet little song “ Kil larney.” Mrs. Vaughan also pleased the audience much with her two songs, and Mr. Higgins sang “ Rule Britannia” very well. Encores were frequent throughout the evening, which altogether was a very enjoyable one. Throughout the pro grame readings and recitations, both grave and gay, were given at intervals by vari ous members of the order, and at the close the usual votes of thanks were given, as also the customary invitation to join the order of the Good Templars.

Inspection Parade.

Last night the Ashburton Rifles were inspected by Major-General Davidson, who is now making a tour of inspection round the Volunteer depots of the colony. The company assembled at half-past six at the parade ground, when 33 of all ranks answered roll call. These included Captain Bullock and Lieutenant Douglas, and a fair sprinkling of non-commissioned officers, but there were no less than 23 members of the corps absent without leave, and only five had obtained the regimental permission to be away from duty. This is to be accounted for by the short notice that was given of the General’s coming, and the fact that the holiday had drawn a large number to Christchurch, while several enthusiastic Good Templar mem bers who had promised to take part in the anniversary celebration of tlieir lodge, elected to fulfil their promises. After an hour and a half of strict drill under Sergt. - Instructor Dolman, the company, headed by the band of the corps, under Bandmaster Savage, were marched to the Commercial Hotel, which the General had made his temporary head-quarters. In front of the hotel the manual exercise and some diffi cult movements in company drill were gone through before General Davidson,

who expressed his pleasure and surprise at the efficiency displayed by the corps, considering that it had only been a few months embodied. The General’s sur prise was heightened when he learned that the only instructions the company had re ceived were given by Sergeant Dolman, who has only a Volunteer training. Major-General Davidson felt so sure that Sergeant Dolman had been military bred that he asked him to what arm of the service he had originally belonged. He paid a high and well-deserved compliment to the sergeant, for the manner in which lie drilled the Volunteers, and expressed his gratification that they possessed so efficient an instructor. We might here add that the efficiency of the corps is as much due to Sergeant Dol man’s tact and popularity, as it is to his excellent qualities as a drill ; in fact, but for the possession of Sergeant Dolman’s regular and ever available services, the corps would to-day present but a very sorry appearance, both in numbers and drill. As it, is the town has no reason to feel other than proud of its little band of soldiers. At about nine o’clock the com pany was dismissed.

SPORTING.

New Zealand Grand National Steeple chases.

Yesterday, for the third time since its formation, the New Zealand .Grand Na tional Steeplechase Club held its annual meeting on the Christchurch racecourse. The fixture has for some time past been occupying the attention of sporting men, and the favorable weather secured a large attendance of the general public. As in connection with all the metropolitan race meetings, the trains between Christchurch and the course were largely patronised, and we noticed a larger sprinkling of the fair sex than usually grace our great cross country events. Mr. Egan had provided a course sufficiently severe to thoroughly test the capabilities of the horses engaged, and in the big race only a small minority of the starters succeeded in reaching the winning post. Proceedings commenced with the Grand National Handicap, for which twelve faced the starter. Of these the well-worn Agent was made favorite, notwithstanding ru mors of lameness, which certainly was not apparent as he paraded previous to the race. He was ridden by Harry Lunn in a really masterly style, and won almost without an effort, the honost Royalty, well handled by Sheehan, being too slow to make his old opponent gallop. Baron jumped in very nice form, but had to con tent himself with third place, and Mr. Cullen signally failed to make anything out of Loneliand. The Maiden was won very easily by Venture, Stella and Clarence at long intervals being second and third respectively. Our local horse, Tam o’ Shunter, after bolding a temporary lead at the start, would have nothing to do with the big fences, Agent was made a strong favorite for the Hunt Cup, and justified the confidence of his backers by winning hard held ; and Clarence appro priated the Consolation

New Zealand Grand National Handi cap, of 200 sovs., with a sweepstakes of 5 sovs. (for acceptors) each, to go to second horse. Distance, 4 miles. Mr. P. Butler’s ch 'g The Agent, 12st 71b(H. Lunu)... ... ... ... 1 Mr. F. Brittain’s b g Royalty, list (Sheehan) ... ... ... ... 2 Mr. W. Douglass’ b g Baron, list Gib, including 21b overweight (J. Munn) 3 Lonehand, Grey Monius, Banjo, Black Prince, Thilo, Swindler, Hathaway, Mickey Free, and Little John also started. Betting—2 to 1 against The Agent, 4 to 1 against the others. After some delay at the post, Lonehand and Baron led to the first- fence, which all negotiated safely. At the stone wall there was a lot of hesitation, and at the next fence Baron, Agent, Banjo, and Royalty

obtained a long lead, entering the straight the first time round in this order. At the far side of the course Royalty ran into third place, and half a mile from home Agent had Baron beaten. Royalty here came up under the whip, but could never quite catch The Agent, who won com fortably by a good length. Maiden Plate of 100 sovs., with a sweep stake of 5 sovs. each for acceptors to go to the second horse ; nominations of .2 sovs. to go to the fund ; weight for age ; distance, 2 miles. Mr. A. Keith’s Venture, aged, 13st. 71bs. (owner) ... ... ... ... 1 Mr. P. Butler’s Stella, aged, 12st. 31bs. (MTvor) 2 Mr. W. Clifford’s Clarence, aged, 12st. 31bs. (H. Lunn) ... ... ... 3 Blue Belle, Tam O’Shanter,- and Miss Hungerford also started. Betting—7 to 2 agst. Clarence, 7 to 1 agst. Venture and Stella. Mr. Campbell effected a very good start. Tam O’Shanter led to the fence opposite the stand, but Stella went to the front immediately after. Clarence fell at the double, and although Lunn was soon in the saddle again, he could never regain the lost ground, Venture having taken a commanding lead, which was maintained to the finish, Stella being second twenty lengths off’. Hunt Club Cub of 150 sovs., with a sweepstake of 5 sovs. each for ac ceptors to go to the second horse ; nominations of 2 sovs. to go to the fund ; weight for age. The winner

of the Grand National Handicap to cany 101 b. penalty. Gentlemen riders allowed 71b. Distance, 3 miles. Mr. P. Butler’s Agent, aged, 12st. 31b. (Lunn) ... ... ... ... 1 Immediately on the flag dropping, Agent went to the front ancl was never caught, winning hard held by any number of length. In .this race Hankins riding Magic suffered a very heavy fall, and was still insensible at the time our dispatch left. Consolation Handicap of 5C sovs. added to a sweepstake of 2 sovs. each for acceptors : nominations of 1 sov. to go to the fund. Mr. W. Clifford’s Clarence (aged) ... 1 Eight sported silk for this race, which re sulted in a victory for Clarence after an exciting struggle with Royalty. Another accident occurred in this race, Mickey Free falling and breaking one of Keith’s egs. It is worthy of notice that “ Voltigeur ’ the sporting correspondent of the Lyttel ton Times predicted the results with singu lar accuracy as follows :—Grand National, Royalty, 1 ; Agent, 2 ; Baron, 3. Maiden —Venture, 1 ; Stella, 2 ; Clarence, 3. Cup—Agent, 1.

Fatal Accidents at Wellington.

(by telegraph.) Wellington, May 24.

A fatal accident occurred at the Upper Hutt this afternoon. A man named George Gilchrist was shot dead by an other man who was practising rifle shoot ing. An inquest will be held to-morrow. A mail named William Kemp, a saw mill hand, was killed on the Wellington- Greytown railway on Saturday. It ap pears the man was intoxicated, and sitting asleep on the platform of the Silverstream station. The steps of a first-class carriage caught his legs, and throwing him under the wheels, both legs were broken, and the body fearfully mangled. No blame is attached to the driver of the engine. It appears that the fatal accident to the man Gilchrist happened in this way : De ceased fired at a bird, and missing it, called to his friend to fire it. While the laifcer was making his way to fire the gun exploded, and the contents entered the deceased’s abdomen, killing him instantly.

Fire at Dunedin.

(bv telegraph.) Dunedin, May 24.

Shortly after 11 o’clock a fire broke out in a building in Hanover street. The fire had apparently obtained a powerful hold before it was seen, and wood being princi pally employed in the building’s construc tion, the fire obtained almost a complete mastery for a time. The place was com pletely gutted. A brick wall was between it and the adjoining shop, occupied by Mr. Hale, picture framer, so that his premises escaped entirely. Regarding its origin the fire may be best described as a mystery, but there are one or two somewhat singular circumstances about the aflair. The build ing is a two-storeyed one of six rooms. It was in the occupation of John Pattingson (known in connection with the firm of Armstrong and Pattingson, labor agents), whose wife carried on a millinery business. He and his wife left the place a few minutes before the fire broke out, and were understood to have left Dunedin by the 11. p. m. South train. Pattingson was a tenant only, and had his stock insured recently in the Transatlantic office for Ll5O. Those who first got ; n entrance to the shop state they looked about for property to save, but could find nothing except a few books. It is not certain in which part of the building the flames originated, front or back, but they cer tainly spread with surprising rapidity. Pattingson did not return to discover the fate of his premises when the alarm rang. The owner of the building is Henry Hawker, a resident of Balclutha, who has an insurance of either L3OO or L4OO in the (Standard. The police are endeavoring to solve the mystery as to the origin.

CABLE NEWS.

LATEST FROM EUROPE.

(Per Reuter’s Agency.) The Markets.

London, May 21.

The total quantity of wheat afloat for Great Britain is 1,910.000 quarters. Best Australian mutton tallow is worth 365. Leather is quoted at Is. At the wool sales to-day 10,000 bales were offered, making a total of 254,900 bales catalogued since the opening. There was a demand for medium to common qualities, but others were ne glected. Another Victory. The cricket match between the Aus tralians and Eighteen of Longsight was resumed to-day. The Australians made 214 in their ’ first innings, Blackliam scoring 81 and Bonner 74. The Long sight men, who had made 118 in their

first innings on the previous day, then went in, and when the stumps were drawn had scored for their second innings 72 with the loss of eight wickets. The cricket match between the Aus tralians and Eighteen of Longsight was concluded to-day. The latter in their second innings scored 106. The Aus tralians then went in, and won the match by ten wickets. Spofforth, in the second innings of the Longsight team, took eight wickets. Markets. London, May 22. Consols, 99f. Five per cent. New Zea lai d Loan, 1880, 105. At the wool sales to-day, 7,000 bales were offered, making a total of 261,000 catalogued since the open ing. There was a better demand. The Berlin Treaty. London, May 23. The Great Powers have come to an understanding, and have written a letter to Turkey in regard to the non-execution of the Treaty of Berlin so far as it relates to Greece and Montenegro. The Great Powers threaten that an Con ference will be held at Berlin in July, failing a speedy settlement of the existing difficulties. Home Rule for Ireland. May 24. Mr. Purnell has given notice in the House of Commons of a motion setting forth the necessity for granting Home Rule for Ireland. Arrival. Suez, May 22. The Orient Company’s steamship Chim borazo, homeward bound, arrived here to day. The Peace Policy. Calcutta, May 22. The Viceroy, in accordance with the views of the Liberal party, has been offici ally instructed to close the campaign in Afghanistan with the least possible delay. It is, however, considered doubtful, owing to the hostile tribes still continuing fighting, although not of a very serious nature.

Sir Bartle Frere

Capetown, May 22.

It is officially announced that Sir Bartle Frere has consented to remain as Governor and High Commissioner of Cape Colony it is understood for the ex press purpose of assisting the proposed confederation.

AUSTRALIAN.

[Per Reuter's Age.icy. ) Trickett and Hanlan.

Sydney, May 24. Private telegrams have been received from America, containing the information that Hanlan has agreed to row Trickett on the Thames in November next for the “ Sportsman’s” Cup and stakes. Trickett starts for England immediately. A meet ing has been called for the purpose of providing funds, and it is probable that his brother William will accompany him. The Exhibition. Irregularities in the accounts of the chief clerk of the Exhibition have been discovered, and a sum of LSOO cannot be accounted for. The Knowsley Hall. Melbourne, May 22. The Government offer LSO reward for the discovery of the perpetrators of the Knowsley Hall bottle hoax. The Ringarooma. Melbourne, May 24. Arrived—Ringarooma, from the Bluff, on the 23rd. Service’s Reform Bill. In the Legislative Assembly, the second reading of Mr. Service’s Reform Bill takes place on June 1.

NEW ZEALAND.

An Arrest. Auckland, May 23. A man named Drewhellan lias been ar rested on suspicion of the robbery at Pokeno station. Disgraceful Affair. Auckland, May 25. A most disgraceful scene was witnessed on the racecourse yesterday. Malvern got his leg caught in some scoria while running in a race, and the leg was broken. An attempt was made to kill the horse, and to accomplish this an axe was pro cured. The handle broke after the animal’s head and face had been dread fully hacked, and the poor brute was left writhing in fearful agony until another axe was procured, which took some time. Island News. The Southern Cross, from Levuka, with dates to May 19, has arrived. Dr. Brown and party start seal fishing. A planter named Chippenhali has been committed for trial on a charge of manslaughter. A Fijian laborer has been remanded on a charge of murder. Another Gun Accident. Richard Selby, third son of William Selby, of Poplars, accidentally shot him self yesterday near Cambridge, while out pheasant shooting with William Hosking, of the Thames. The whole of the upper portion of his left chest was blown away. The JRailway Commission. ; Gbahamstown, May 25. The Railway Commissioners will arrive here on Thursday by special steamer Strong representations will be made to them regarding the local railway. A Big Turbine. One of the largest turbines ever made in tlie colony started work at the Queen of Beauty Company’s pump. It worked up to 150 home power, and has a wheel sft. in diameter. Mr. J. K. Perry is the in ventor. Aißig Whale. The dimensions of the big whale that came ashore here last week are :—Length, 86ft.; lower jaw, 20ft.; circumference,) 30ft.; width of tail, 17ft. The Colony’s Wool Exports. Napier, May 23. Mr. R. Millar’s annual report estimates the export of wool from Hawke’s Bay for the current season atL550,000, an average of L3G per head of the population in the province. He estimates the average of the whole colony at Lll. The average clip was nearly seven pounds per sheep. Inquest. At the inquest on the body of Nicholls, who shot himself at Waipawa, a verdict of temporary insanity was returned.

THE ASHBURTON HERALD, TUESDAY, MAY 25, 1880.



Miscellaneous LOST. —A Meerschaum PIPE. Finder rewarded at this office. 478 c Lost— teist young pigs, just weaned. Anyone giving R. Lan caster their whereabouts will be re warded. Anyone detaining the same after this notice will be prosecuted. 451 c £IO,OOO rate of interest. Ashburton. jTO LEND, in sums to suit borrowers, at lowest F. P. O’Reilly, Solicitor, 424c-835g COMFORTABLE BOARD and RESI DENCE, or Two good Rooms in a Private House, can'be had by applying in the first instance at Mr. Savage’s Fruit Shop, East street. 483 c Cl CHOOL Requisites and Artist M vte rials. H. M. JONES, Statioier, Baring Sa uare. »13# WANTED KNOWN—That C. Haw kins, The Tinwald Bootmaker, has REMOVED to premises Opposite the Tinwald Post Office, where he is still open to Sell first-class Boots and Shoes at his usual Cheap Rates. All kinds of Boots Made and Repaired. 805g—417c WANTED— TENDERS for CROP PING 25 acres, adjoining Cliertsey Railway Station. Tenders close FRIDAY, May 28th. Specifications on application to 479 c JAS. BORTHWICK. WANTED TRADESMEN’S or other Books or Writing to do by contract or otherwise as evening employment. For particulars of competency and experience, address “ Nib,” Post Office. 484 c CHINIQUY’S LECTURES.—Just Ar rived, New Edition H. M. Jones, aring Square. WANTED, a SITUATION as Y\ PLOUHMAN. Can work Single or Double Furrow; thoroughly under stands the Work of a Ploughman, and is a good General Farm Hand. Apply at Herald and Guardian Offices. 494 c OFFICE and Pocket Diaries for 1880 H. M. Jones, Stationer, Baring Square. XA7ANTED—A General SERVANT, * * about 14 or 15 years old. Apply Herald Registry. 489 c CHRISTMAS Number Young Ladies Journal, London Journal, Family Herald, Family Reader, Boys’ Standard, &c. Just arrived. H M. Jones, Sta tioner, Baring Square. WANTED, at once, a HOUSEMAID, for a Country Hotel. A pply sharp, Herald Registry. WANTED, a General SERVANT. Apply at once to Guardian office or to Mrs. M £ Kellar Wix, St. Leonards, Sea field. 470c-865g TO LET. SIX-ROOMED COTTAGE, with half acre Garden, East Belt. Apply, 441 c ORR & CO. ASHBURTON GAS, COAL, AND COKE COMPANY, LIMITED. AN ADJOURNED MEETING of shareholders will take place on WEDNESDAY, the 26th inst., at the Library Hall, at 2 p.in., to confirm reso lutions passed at the extraordinary general meeting held on the 26th ultimo. J. WARD, 474 c Secretary. ASHBURTON COUNTY COUNCIL. TENDERS are invited for the following WORKS : 1. Main Drain—Tinwald. 2. Drainage Extension near Wheeler’s Creek. Plans and specifications can be seen at Council Offices, and tenders, accompanied with marked cheques, to te seat in ad dressed to the Chairman not later than 11 o’clock a. m. WEDNESDAY, 2nd June next. By order WILLIAM BAXTER, 411 c County Engineer.



JUST ARRIVED —Young Ladies’ Journals for APRIL, and other Magazines. H. M. JONES, Stationer, 360 c East Street and Baring Square. ALL HOT! ALL HOT!! ALL HOT!!! JJOT PIES. HOT TEA. HOT COFFEE. AT ALL HOURS. AT T HOM A S TAYLOR’S, EAST STREET. 492 c m O W N IT ALL. Lessee and Proprietor ... Martin Simonsen BY SPECIAL REQUEST. POSITIVELY ONE NIGHT ONLY. TO-MORROW (Wednesday), MAY 26. THE FROLIQUES. THE FROLIQUES. This talented and world renowned American Combination will give one of their Elegant, Refined, and Comic enter tainments, consisting of Operatic, Bur lesque, and Comedy. 15 artists, ladies and gentlemen, acknowledged by the press and public to be the greatest and best Company that has ever appeared in the Southern Hemisphere, under the director ship of Martin Simonsen. Ladies and Families specially Invited. Prices of Admission—Front Seats, 4s; Back, 2s. 490 c ASHBURTON BOROUGH COUNCIL. ELECTION OF AUDITORS. THE following Gentlemen have been duly Nominated, viz.: — William Richardson Boyle Stephen Edward Poyntz William Hall Zouch. A Poll for the Election of TWO of the above-named Candidates will be taken at the Borough Council Office on TUES DAY, the Ist day 1 of June, 1880, com mencing at 9 a. m. CHARLES BRADDELL, Returning Officer. Borough Council Office, 25th May, 1830. 39-495 c