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but said he was paralysed by the close proximity of the steamer Toniki, which unfortunately bore down too close to his boat. (Per Press Association.) FOOTBALL. Christchurch, August 16. A football match, PonekeClub (Wellington) v. East Christchurch Club, was played today, and resulted in a victory for the latter by one try to nothing. The ground was very wet. Wellington, August 18. The two Racing Clubs are conferring with a'view to amalgamation.

THE BETTING MARKET. The following are the latest Melbourne quotations:— Hawkesbury Handicap. 100 to 10 Hurricane (tk) 100 — 6 Sir Modred (tk) 100 — 5 Bonnie Bee (tk) 100 — 5 Wallangra (tk) Caulfield Cup. 100 to 4 Silver King (tk) , 100 — 8 Colstoun (tk) 100 — 3 Maroney (tk) 100 — 3 Malua (tk) 100 — 3 Fryingpan (off) 100 — 3 Ned o’ the Hills (tk) 100 — 3 Claptrap (off) 100 — 3 Signor (tk) 100 — 3 Anchorite (tk) Melbourne Cup. 100 to 4 Sweet William (tk and off) 100 — 3 Sir Garnet (tk) 100 — 3 Ned o’ the Hills (tk) 100 — 3 Commotion (tk) 100 — 3 The Broker (tk and off) 100 — 3 Malua (off) 100 — 3 Despot (off) 100 — 3 Off Colour (off) 100 — 3 Martini-Henri (tk) 100 — 3 Le Grand (tk) 100 — 3 Tremando (tk) 100 — 3 Warwick (off) 100 — 3 Wallangra (tk) 100 —2 Bonnie Bee (tk) V.R.C. Derby. 6 to 1 Garfield 6 — 1 Bargo

Mr. Hammond, the owner of St. Gatien, began life, says Truth, as a Newmarket stableboy. In process of time he became too heavy to ride, and he then took to touting, and, as he was blessed with keen eyes and sharp wits, he quickly won a considerable sum of money, developed into a professional backer, and from that chrysalis state, blossomed forth as the owner of a stud of racehorses. Mr. Hammond, during the last few years, has won upwards of £BO,OOO.

To Let. TO LET— Three comfortable offices in Lowe Street. The Offices are furnished, and well adapted for Solicitors’ Chambers. Apply to T. W. PORTER. Gisborne. August 16,1884. 381 Shipping. FOR AUCKLAND. f I IHE splendid new Screw _L Steamer— THOMAS RUSSELL Will leave the wharf TO-MORROW (Tuesday) afternoon at 1 o’clock. H. E. JOHNSTON, 385 Agent. Amusements. ACFABLANE’S HALL. WEDNESDAY, 20th AUGUST. Under the distinguished patronage of-His Worship the Mayor and Council, for the benefit of the, TALENTED PRITCHARD FAMILY, who will appear in the Sparkling Comedietta. “ Verdict of the Rose.” Miss Kate Pritchard will render a Shakesperian Monologue, also a recital from the Lady of Lyons. Their talented and wonderful child performer in his various shades of character, Impersonations, Songs, Flute Solos, &c. J. McGuinness in his Violin Solos. Admission : 3s. 2s. and Is. Doors open at 7.30. Commence at 8 p.m. Orchestra: Mr. McFarland and his Family. 372 Notice. NOTICE. THOSE of our Subscribers who have been in the habit of paying for their papers once a fortnight will please pay the boy, who will call on them during next week. IN THE ESTATE OF D. McNAB. A MEETING of the Creditors in the J -- A - above Estate is convened for FRIDAY next, the 22nd Instant, at 2 p.m., at my office. To receive an offer from the Debtor. C. D. BENNETT, 383 Deputy Official Assignee. CARTING 1 CARTING 1 A. SAWYER BEGS to announce to his friends and the public of Poverty Bay, that he has commenced business in the above line. All orders entrusted to him will be promptly attended to. 337 Furniture, Ac., carefully removed. EDWARD BURCH. O T I C E . ALL CLOSETS TO BE EMPTIED FORTNIGHTLY, a— . B q Orders for the undermentioned promptly U attended to :— ~ Night Soiling | Yard Cleaning . p Rubbish Removal | Chimney Sweeping M M Tank Cleaning. ft SEWING MACHINES REPAIRED. td Scissor Grinding | Saw Sharpening d Razor Setting j Lock Repairing q Key Fitting | Umbrella Repair- O H Old Keys Bought | ing £ Firewood Cutting j Gardening EDWARD BURCH, Gladstone Road, Gisborne. EDWARD BURCH. 347 NOTICE. A LL claims against the late Firm of Porter & Croft will be settled by me, and all amounts due and owing to the said Firm must be paid to myself, or authorised agent, without delay. T. W. PORTER. Gisborne, 4th August, 1884. 354