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The Wellington R.M. appears to philosophically regard the misfortunes of others. A man was recently brought before him charged with deserting from H.M.S. Nelson but it was shown that it was a case of mistaken identity. The unfortunate individual hftd been looked up the previous night, but the Magistrate remarked that he did not suppose the man should complain, as the police charged nothing for the night’s board and lodgings.

A special general meeting of members of the Ashburton County Hunt Club was held at the Commercial Hotel on Saturday evening. There was a very large attendance and Mr Matthew|Stitt, the Master, occupied the chair. It was resolved to bold the annual stepleobases in connection with the Club on Wednesday August 19, and the following officers were appointed ; Patron Hon. J. McLean ; President Mr E. Q. Wright; Vice Presidents Messrs John Grigg, C. G. Hawdon, Drs Leahy and Ross; Judge Mr Matthew Stitt; Stewards, Messrs Upton, Gsigg, Rutherford, Reid, Denshire, C,, C. Fooks, MoOwen, A. Meriwether, Bowyer and Dr Leahy; starter, Dr Leahy; Clerk of the scales, Mr Davis; Clerk of the course, Mr G. F. Scott; Handioappers, Messrs Cotton, S itt, and Upton. The following programme of races was adopted : —Hurdle Race, of 15 sovs, 2 miles -, Hunt Club Steeplechase (trophy or cash) of 30 sovs; about 3 miles; Selling Hack Race, of 15 sovs, Jof a mile; Maiden Steeplechase, of 15 sovs, 2 miles ; Hunters Flat Race Handicap of 15 sovs, 2 miles; Consolation Handicap Steeplechase, of 10 sovs, 1J miles. Nominations, August 7th; weights, August 12 ; acceptances, August 17. It was resolved that the term “amatuer rider” should mean any person who has never ridden for hire and who is a member of a recognised Hunt Club. After the transaction of a large amount of routine business the meeting separated.

It is with very deep regret we have t 0 announce the death o! Mr Robert Wilkin, a

gentlemen who has been justly described by | i an es-Premier of this colony as " one of the j best colonists and most worthy men Canter- , bury has numbered among her settlers.” Mr Wilkin was born at Tin wald Downs, Dumfries Scotland, on January 20,1820, and in 1839 landed in Melbourne. In 1858 be came to New Zealand, and has since been closely connected with the agricultural, pastoral, and mercantile pursuits of this provincial district. It is almost superfluous to write anything in commendation of Mr Wilkin’s career, but we may borrow the words employed by Sir J. Hall at a banquet given in Christchurch to the now deceased gentleman, and ask “what public institution was there to which Mr Wilkin was not willing to lend a helping hand; what movement did not receive his cheerful aid; who more willing to disregard trouble and give the benefit of his mature experience i to any difficulty requiring wise consideration? There was no man more referred to than Mr , Wilkin, none whose opinion was more esteemed in deciding what was right between man and man.” Mr Wilkin expired at bis residence, Fendalton, yesterday. ’ A special meeting of tbs County Council, to consider the Irrigation Committee’s report, will bo held to-morrow.

A public meeting, to consider-the advisableness of dissolving the Tinwald Town ( District, will be held at ths Temperance Hall, 1 Tinwald, this evening. 1 Bln ourjnotioe of the very enjoyable “ ingleside ” meeting held by the Caledonian Society on Friday evening we unintentionally omitted mention of two of the really finest items of the evening—viz., the seauntreus dances in Highland costume by Mr J. W. Mcßae, mine host of the Central, and his son James. The dancers’ steps were most featly performed, and elicited the applause Mr Mcßae’s dancing always secures. One of the most interesting items in the evening ing was the sohottisohe performed by “ Wee Ehodie,” and Miss Eva Culverwell, and the two eight-year-old partners were much admired. The Bev T. W. Newbold, preaching at the Wesleyan Church last evening from the text “ Prepared to meet they |Qod, Oh I Israel, ” delivered a very eloquent and interesting sermon which had especial reference to the recent volcanic eruptions and loss of life in North Island. The outward mail from Christchurch which was despatched to Auckland on Saturday evening by the s.s. Mawea was the largest ever sent from Lyttelton. It consisted of 105 bags > containing 159 registered letters, 0181 ordinary letters, 470 books, and 25,210 newspapers. The entire mail weighed 03511 b. Yesterday special services were held in St Stephen’s Church in connection with the anniversary of Her Majesty the Queen’s accession to the throne. The form of prayer prescribed for June 20 was used, and at both morning and evening services the National Anthem was sung. On the latter occasion (he Bev E. B. Otway in his sermon took oooasion |to make special reference to the advantages and blessings which have fallen to mankind during the illustrious reign of Her Majesty, At a large meeting of farmers and others interested in the suppression of the small birds nuisance, held in Christchurch on Saturday, it was resolved that poisoning is the most effectual method of dealing with the difficulty, and a Committee was appointed to forward this mode of destruction. Before leaving lor Christchurch, Miss Harband,|late M head Mistress of the Borough school, was the ’recipient of a handsomelybound copy of Longfellow’s poems, as a memento of her connection with the Ashburton Weslyan Sunday School, where she has been a useful and’acoeptable teacher. At the Wesleyan Church yesterday the organist (Miss Murray) played the National Anthem ” at the close of the service, in - | of the anniversary of Her

Majesty’s accession. Professor Hutton has left Christchurch for the Rotorua district, whore he will make geological examination of the disturbed district.

The Maoris up the Wanganui river purchase liquor in the town, and take it with them to the pahs, where it is retails 1 at Is per glass or 12s ajbottle. A ourious affect of the Tarawera eruptions manifested itself at Napier where the water in several artesian wells became quite hot, and in some oases was so much so as to be un • drinkable.

The ship “ Loch Awe ” now in Lyttelton is discharging a quantity of new machinery for the Ashburton Woollen Factory, and the Tongariro, now on passage, is bringing additional plant for the same industry. The management of the Factory appear determined to leave no atone unturned in its efforts to make the undertaking a success, and it is gratifying to learn that these efforts continue to receive liberal recognition.

A meeting of the Committee of the Ashburton Electors ProteotiouAßSoeiatioD was held at the “ Press ” office on Saturday evening. There was a good attendance, and Mr W. Roberts presided, A number of accounts were passed for payment. The Secretary read copies of letters addressed to the members for Ashburton and Wakanui, as directed at a previous meeting. The letters covered the following resolutions adopted by the Committee (1) That this Association is of opinion that the electoral rolls of the colony should be cancelled triennially, and fresh applications made by persons claiming the franchise for enrolment. (2) That it be a recommendation to the local members of Parliament that claims to vote should not be received within one month of an election. (3) That the member for Ashburton bo informed that there being no roll of his district available to the public at present this Association cannot examine it, and would recommend that the rolls be handed over to the public official with more time a his disposal for the work. The following correspondence was read, (1) From Mr Murray-Aynaley expressing approval of the objects of the Association, and enclosing subscription. (2) From Mr W. C. Walker acknowledging receipt of the Association’s letter, and promising to submit the suggestions made to the proper authority. The Secretary submitted a list of about 100 names which should be taken off the Wakanui roll. The list was examined, amended and approved, and the President, Secretary, and Mr W. Roberts were appointed a Committee to wait upon the Registrar and ask the assistance of that officer in having the names removed from the roll. A vote of thanks to the agent of the “ Press ” Company for the use of his office, and another to the Chairman con eluded the proceedings.

A meeting of the Ashburton Debating Society will be held in the Arcade Chambers on Wednesday evening, when the question of the desirableness of Home Rule for Ireland will be discussed. Mr B. Hughes will lead in the -affirmative, and Mr W, B. Moss will reply In the negative. The Secretary has requested us to state that gentlemen will be requested to leave their umbrellas and walking stiaks at the door.J ~ ..

A meeting ef the Committee of the Aabbur burton Racing (Rub was held at the Club’s room on Saturday evening. Present— Messrs Purnell, Denshire, .M. Friedlander, Zander, Fooks, Stitt and Leahy. Mr Purnell was unanimously re-elected Chairman of Committees. Correspondence was read and dealt with. A letter was read from the Secretary resigning his office on account of busi. ness engagements. It was resolved to invite applications to dll the vacancy. The following Committees were appointed:—Ground —Messrs Stitt, Fooks, Denshire and Dr Leahy; Programme Messrs Fooks, M. Friedlander and Dr Leahy. After the transaction of routine business, the Committee

adjourned. The Ashburton Hounds met at Greenstreet on Saturday afternoon. Hares were very plentiful, and several short runs were obtained. The afternoon’s sport closed with a kill on Mr Knox’s farm. The fences en* countered were unusually big and awkward* but the following gentlemen were always to the lor, Messrs Stitt (Master) Upton, Alington, Denshire, Bowyer, Mere wether, Hart (2), Allan, Graham, Wynn-Williams, Kemp, Sawle, Bussell, Helmore, Fooks, Simpson, Death, Bouse, Grice, Clark, Worner, McDowell, Nicholas,.and Green. At the B.M. Court this morning, before His

Worship the Mayor, Mary Holborouglh was charged with having no lawful visible means of support. After hearing the evidence of the girl’s father, the accused was remanded, tor eight days and the police were .instructed to make enquiries in the meantime.

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Ashburton Guardian, Volume V, Issue 1269, 21 June 1886, Page 2

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Untitled Ashburton Guardian, Volume V, Issue 1269, 21 June 1886, Page 2

Untitled Ashburton Guardian, Volume V, Issue 1269, 21 June 1886, Page 2

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