THE Grey River Argus. PUBLISHED DALLY. TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 1898.

Grey River Argus, Volume LVII, Issue 10133, 15 November 1898, Page 2

THE Grey River Argus. PUBLISHED DALLY. TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 1898.

Royal Humane Societies are not matters of daily urgency and to be set up in every town or every colony, as if they were as essential an appendage of the civilization of the age as a; post office. To multiply such organisations would be a mere waste of energy and capital over a very inadequate result. The Royal Humane Society of Australasia, which was established in 1874 and incorporated in 1885, has performed most admirable work in recognising the heroic efforts of persons in saving human life or in endeavoring to do so. The Society has agents in all the principal towns of the colonies and, we believe, has performed all the duties coming within, the scope of its generous mission with great fidelity and efficiency. It publishes an annual report with an "appendix containing the . proceedings of . the Society in relation to lifersaving arid other interesting matter of a cognate character. Although the heroic acts made public are numerous enough to save the residents of these colonies from the aspersion that there is any falling away of the heroic, strain of the race from which they sprung, it is doubtful whether a colony with the . limited population of New Zealand can afford adequate scope for the operations of a Royal Humane Society. We are guided in our estimate by the annual reports of the Royal Humane Society for Australasia, which is not over burdened witlij the records furnished by all'the colonies combined. What the annual report would be like if each colony setup aßoyal'Humane Society of its own may be imagined. But we fail to see the necessity for the multiplication of so many societies with a common object, or to realise what benefit is to be derived at all commensurate with the pretentious pompousness involved. Mr Joyce, M. H. R., who has for some time identified himself conspicuously with the movement to get a Royal Humane Society established in this colony, has had his wishes fulfilled by the inauguration of such a society at Ohristchurch. In principle we are entirely at one with the object in view j our only doubt is that, there may be too much even of a good thing. If the Royal Society of the Home Country is found to be enough for so large a population it is not easy to reconcile the demand for separate institutions in each of the Australasian colonies. The amount of display will completely overshadow the work to be done. The Society will be started at Christchurch, with Her Majesty the Queen as the leading patron, the Governor coining next. Then will follow the. Premier, the Chief Justice, Mr Justice" Denniston, Bishop Julius, Bishop Grimes, and the HonC. 0. Bowen as Vice-Presidents. Mr Joyce is to. be elected first President, a suitable recognition of his exertions in. bringing about the inauguration . of the Society. It has even been suggested that in order to jpopularise the Society by giving the public at large an interest in its work and development, all the mayors of cities, towns and boroughs should be elected VicePresidents. We wish the Society every success in their noble mission, and only hope that it may not pass into a state of oblivion from any cause. The rationale of organisations like Humane Societies very largely depends upon public interest. The imagination of the people require to be appealed to. We all join instinctively in worshipping heroism, and the larger the doses in which it is given to the public the better it is appreciated. When an individual act of heroic life-saving is set before us, it is felt for the moment and suitable recognition is not withheld ; but it is only when the public are furnished, with the details of numerous acts of heroic unselfishness that they throb with the pride of race and manhood* And every pulse that beats the faster at the tale of gallant disinterestedness in the cause of humanity shows that the heroic spark burns in the breast of all whose feelings are thrilled by the examples of heroism recounted in the annual reports of the Royal Humane Society of Australasia. How much les& could we hope to produce such emotions under a system by which each colony would be able only to boast of its own Royal Humane Society and its own annual report ? The " Clarke" Gold Medal of the Royal Humane Society of Australasia for this year was awarded to Maurice Doody, of Boulder, West Australia, a miner, aged 26 years, who risked his life in rescuing Joseph Morley, also a miner, from being killed at the Central Boulder Gold Mine on July 24th, 1897. Doody and Morley were working 150 ft from the surface, in the main shaft. Two drill holes had. been put in,, and charged. Doody started up to the 100 ft level, and. Morley followed after lighting the fuse. Doody heard a fall, and desc.erided.AS quickly as .possible, but his candle becoming extinguished he had to be guided by the burning fuses. Finding them, he quickly pulled the charges out, and threw them into the crosscut, 7ft above, where one exploded. Lighting a candle, he found Morley lying unconscious, and after he revived, assisted him to the surface; The report contains nine awards to residents of this colony for rescuing livss at great risk, and bringing to the 1 objects of the Society's ■ favor either certificates of merit or bronze medals. Fortunately, no NewZealander has had his name embalmed in the records of 1898, who in endeavoring to save the lives of others lost his own. Altogether the Royal Humane Society of Australasia has done good work sihctift Was esfeb'

lishod, and every colony in the Australasian group must feel deeply indebted for the valuable services rendered in the cause of humanity and unselfish heroism. We dread that in a matter of this kind too many cooks are likely to spoil the broth.

The news of the sudden death of Mr H. L. Robinson, of Hokitika, will have brought a feeling of great regret "to" all who had the pleasure of Mr RobinVdii's frindship, or even acquaintance. He was truly a genial, and kindly soul combined with a high intelligence that fitted' him for any position in public life. Yet he was the personification of frankness /arid modesty. He was a splendid 1 type of colonist, a combination of physical ;and mental power that fitted him for almost any pursuit in colonial life that required intellectual and bodily vigor. No one that saw him a short twelve months ago I could have imagined so robust a man being laid low so soon. There was an attraction about deceased's personality that dre/w men to him naturally, "and he was; indeed worthy of the* esteem and confidence^ all with whom he was brought into touch within business or the ordinary affairs of life. In the death of Mr Robinson Hokitika loses a> most estimable and capable citizen and the colony a pioneer who certainly did his full share in the work of developing New Zealand^ . The widow and family have our sincere sympathy. At the Education Board meeting last evening Mr Harris gave notice : to move at next meeting that the followingli byelaw of the board be rescinded :—Preparatory to the appointment of a teacher; the board shall make a selection? from .the candidates for making such ..appointment. Vacancies, in. so r far as.-is compatible with the efficiency of- the schools, will be filled by the appointment of teachers already connected with the board, and such appointment will -be made according to merit and length of service. . ' ' '■;'' , A meeting ,of : the : committee of the Caledonian Society was held last night . when it was decided that a sub-committee consisting of Messrs Reeves, Sheedy, Oxenham, Wickes . and Perkins be . appointed to draft a programme, which will be submitted for approval on Thursday . ' .. ; ., ..; ; - , : r : ; ; The report that Mr . Blewman, : -of Kaiata, was burned out. on Sunday morning was, after all, too true. The house was completely destroyed, and, unfortunately for Mr Blewman, theinsurance ion the bnildingi was only L50L... Deep sympathy is felt for him, as he is a. most industrious and persevering settljer. . ; Tenders are invited for :the; erection^ of a theatre on the Old Opera House site, F ull particulars appear elsewhere, . In recognition of the pains taken by Mr Bromley.to train the boys -of the Cobden school in : the various drilling movements the Education Board last night passed a vote of thanks to him and expressed their gratification at the splendid exhibition the boys gave on the racecourse on the Prince of Wales' Birthday. It was mentioned at the. .{able that all the masters were required by the regulations to teach drill, and that Drill Instructor Benning was .supposed; to inspect the youngsters at stated periodsi/; -; - Miss Evylen Tarrant, oris of our local young lady musicians, has passed her final musical examination with great credit. This young lady is the only one in Greymouth that has -passed her, -7th examination, each time with credit There is a probability of her going, to rLbndon shortly to finish her musical course under the best professors there, and we wish her every success in her.f uture career. The West Coast Cycle Works are now making a grand display of Remington cycles, including 20 machines landed straight from the factory. These wheels are making a great name for themselves on the road, and have proved y6ry .desirable. Purchasers who have been waiting for their machines willbeglaki toiear that they have arrived. We are informed that these are the very latest models and are^ fitted with many improvements. The finances of the Education Board are in a most unsatisfactory position, and at next meeting the whole of the pros and caiis of expenditure will be considered. There was a bit of a breeze last night over members' travelling expenses," which ultimately ended in the question .being deferred for a month. Motions that the travelling allowances be increased, that they be disallowed altogether, and that they be foregone for six months were negatived. The Treasurer very forcibly pointed out the necessity for the strictest economy. In fact he said he was tired of trying to keep the members within their financial position, and would resign if -not supported. Subsequently he handed in his resignation, which was declined by the Chairman, as it had not been received 24 hours prior to the meeting, as required by the regulations. • . :. ■."•'■- Mr S. Groome (senior) met^with an accident whilst at work in the Coolgardie mine yesterday, receiving a severe fracture of the leg just above the knee. The Croesus Gold Mining Company have commenced crushing. The result will be awaited with interest, as it will largely held mining on the Paparoa Range. A wrong impression having gained ground to the effect that the return from the Julian Company's battery last week was 40ozs amalgam, we might mention that the return was 40ozs retorted gold from ten tons of stone. This parcel of stone was solely from the Vivian reef. A lot of time has been spent since amalgamation with the Victory in preparatory work in building shoots, etc. This month additional hands are being employed, and the work of obtaining stone from the Vivian and : Victory reefs is being pushed ■ahead, and the mine will no doubt be got into' full swing this month.— BrunneS News; '-'■"'■■'■'_ ■• -■ •-■ -■-;■■' :-i' The Wellington correspondent of j the Westport Times telegraphed that the West Coast members are still in Wellington. "At least I saw Messrs Graham, M'Kenzie, and O'Regan yesterday, also an ex-member, Mr O'Connor, the" redoubtable "Buller Lion." Mr O'Regan tells me he will be -here for another fortnight, as Mrs O'Regan has to undergo an important operation for a ■ growth in her throat. The throat was affecting her eyesight and hearing, but it is believed that the operation will prove a success. A magnificient heifer, . 1000 lbs dead weight, bred by Mr S. G. Ferguson, of the Waitaha, was on view at Mr "Han-, nam's butchers shop, ReveUfltrset, Hold*feika, yesterday mevmngi : /: ..

At 101 b trout was recently caught at i one of the Wellington wharves. During a twelve months' residence in every town in New Zealand hundreds of ■ lectures were delivered to thousands of people on the merits of the Great Lnknown Remedy De Winton's Liniment. Droves of people were treated publicly and in every instance they received evidence of this wonderful pain destroyer. No one' could deny, the many wonderful cures nightly demonstrated on the public platform. Note the autograph in" Blue Ink on the label. All Chemists 2/6.— Advt. ; T. W. Tymons &Co., Drapers, Maw-, hera Quay, Greymouth, has a splendid -3t«ck of ready made clothing, all sizes, for men and boys. The materials have been • specially selected. The garments are well made in every respect and the prices most ; moderate. —A dvt. Gentlemen we are making the most stylish and best tailor made suite on the Coast : for our cutter is up-to-date, and knows his business, and the finishers aro^ experienced hands and can finish oft a garment as it should be. The prices for complete suits are. from L 3 to L 4 5/- at C. Smith's, the Cash Draper and Clothier —-Advt. Now the war is about ended with the Ironmongers, Ingall, Red House, has just landed Iron Tanks (400 gallons), Lawn Mowers, Iron Bedsteads, Wire. Spring Mattresses, Plough, Trace Chains, Harness, Enameled and Copper Furnaces, Cooking Ranges, Colonial Camp Ovens, Bellows, Tui Irons, Oilskin Coats, Tents and Flys ; also a quantity of Wooden Pipes. Country Storekeepers liberally dealt with.— Advt. -. ;.T.: W. Tymons & Co. have opened new shipments of fancy goods, new millinery, new prints, new dresses, ne\v umbrellas, new mackintoshes, new gloves, &c. Prices as usual — most moderate. Inspection invited.— Advt. Important to Cyclists— WM'Kay& Son have ju st received Ladies' Cycling Hats and Gloves, Gents' Cycling Suits, Knickers. Hose and Sweaters. Our Stock is being continually: reassorted with the latest importations and smartest lines, which keen . buying and long experience in the trade cancommand. W M' Kay & Son. --Advt Tailoring Department.— T. W. Tymons & Co., Mawhera Quay, remind those who intend havin* a new suit made before Xmas to call and give their order as soon as possible, so as to prevent disappointment. Suits made to measure from 50s. Fit and workmanship guaranteed.— Advt. Some splendid samples of grass seed, comprising clovers, cocksfoot, rye grass, &c, &c, to be had from Grifben and Smith's Beehive and Union stores.Advt Have you got a cough or cold That breaks your rest ._, And -makes, you old? 'Are you dizzy in the head, Sometimes wish that you were dead ■.- . ■ This life you feel you can't en dure — ThenfcryTonkin'sLinseedEmulsionIt's short to cure.— Sold by all Chemists and Grocers ; Is 6d and 2s 6d per bottle;. To be had from H Williams, Chemist, Greymouth