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Nelson Evening Mail, Volume XXIX, Issue 231, 30 September 1895, Page 2

M. Louis Pasteur, whose death is announced, was born iv 1822. Ho was edu eated at the University of Jena, where he took his Doctor's degree in 18-17. Ho was appointed Professor of Physio at the Faculty of Sciences, Strasbuvg, and afterwards beld other appointments. M. Pasteur was best known for his experiments on the treatment of hydrophobia, cholera, &a. He received many honours, and in 1892 his seventieth birthday was celebrated with great enthusiasm at the Sorbonno.

As a result of representations made to head- quarters by Sergt-Major Pratt respecting the action of Constable O'Brien iv connection with the recent fire at the Government Buildings, Sergt-Major Pratt has received a cheque for i'a from the Government to be handed to Constable O'Brien as a reward for his timely and effective action. A letter acknowledging the Constable's service to the country accompanies the cheque.

Mr W. Tyree left by the Wainui yesterday afternoon on his way Home. He has a deal of busiuess to arrange in Wellington prior to sailing from the colony. A number of lantern slides of Nelson views, which Mr Tyree is taking Home with him, were shown on Saturday evening last. They will worthily advertise Nelson.

All who would assist the unemployed should attend the performance of " Partneis for Life," which is to be given this evening in the Theatre Royal by the >elson Dramatic Club. The Club is giving the performance iv consequence of the representations made to them of the real need for assistance, and it is to be hoped that its generosity will meet witli a lesponse which it certainly deserves. The Club play the piece well, as all who attended its first production must candidly admit.

Tlie Nelson Horticultural Society holds its annual meeting iv the Council Chamber to-night,

Wo givo another reminder of the novel entertainment to be given in (he Theatre to-morrow evening by a party of Maoris in aid of the Motueka Native Church. War dances, Maori pastimes, and songs which were so greatly appreciated when given lately at Alotucka will he repeated. The novelty of the entertainment, apart from its object, should ensure a full house.

The Annual meeting of the Motuek: Hortieultunil Society is to lie held to morrow night.

I'hc last of the Foresters' socials for the season takes place in the Foresters' Hall on Wednesday evening.

At the Cathedral hist evening tlie service was conducted by the Rev. J. P. Kompthornc. The subject of the discourse was taken from the 18th Psilm and the ,'lstli verse, " Thy gentleness has made me great," which was graphically enlarged upon. After the Sermon a lady member of ,the choir, who is well known for her vocal ability, sang " Angels ever bright ami fair." This sacred gem was rendered with great feeling, and must have been appreciated by all present. The organist also played a beautiful selection as a recessional. There was v large congrc-

The monthly inspection ol the Volunteers will take place on Wednesday evening at 7 30, The country corps will como to town by traiu as usual.

Captain Allman, Nautical Advisor to tbe Government, who has been on a visit to Nelson in connection with the Marine Department, returned to Wellington by the Wainui yesterday.

News has been received of tho death at Adelaide ot Mr Georgo Bampt, who arrived in Nelson by the Bombay in 1842. The late Mr Bampt was one of Capt Wakefield's survey party, and was present at tho Wairau massacre, suffering a great deal in escaping therefrom during a fortuight's journey to Nelson. Deceased loft for South Australia some time ago. Ho leaves a widow and family nnd many grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Mr W. P. Simpson, of Takaka, has shown us a specimen of a plant which ho found on the Takaka .Ranges about ten years ago. It is a good deal like tho common cabbage tree and grows about ten feet high. The leaves are thinner in toxturo than those of tho cabbage tree, and they present somewhat the appearance of a flax bush on tho top of a stem. Their great peculiarity is thoir wonderful elasticity, which Mr Simpson first discovered when ho climbed a rock by holding on to them. He then saw that they stretched wonderfully without breaking. He has found that they transplant easily, and a good many specimens are growing in gardens on both sides of the Bay.

The following is a list of letters from places beyond the colony received iv the postal district of Melsonuuring the month of July, and unclaimed on the 30th of September :— C. W, Jones, W. C. Smith Mojea, Robert Macallistcr, ;'. McQueen, Mrs Seed, aud M. J. Sbeehan.

A good many people went lo the Botanical Reserve yesterday afternoon and enjoyed an excellent 'programme submitted by the Stoke Orphanage Band. Noticeable among tho«o present might be mentioned Mr Oakey, formerly bandmas'er of tho Garrison Hand. The Orphnnage Band intend to play at Richmond next Sunday fortnight, the Garrison Band having engagements next Sunday and the following Sunday, which will prevent Bandmaster Leapcr going to Richmond before the time stated.

To-morrow the season for trout fishing opens. Licenses for the season are 10s each.

The brass hands contest begins at Timaru to-morrow aud lasts till Friday.

A youth named David Gillies, seamen on the steamer Aotea, which has just arrived in Wellington from Loudon, fell from the yard arm during the voyage and (lied froni tho effects about 11 days afterwards.

In addition to donations for the unemployed nlreudy acknowledged lhe Mayor has received £1 7s Gd from tho City Council employees, 10* (id from Mr E. Everett, mid 10s from Mr H. BaiHent. The Mayor has authorised Mr Pullover to canvass for further subscriptions.

Polico Inspector Ponder, who has just returned from England, is Baid to looking years younger for his trip. During tho galo whioh the Aotea experienced in the voyage from the Cape, Mr Pender was thrown down, and reoeived injuries which laid him up for a few days.

Mr McDuff Boyd the well known loading violinist of Wellington who is connected with all the prinoipal musical events in that city, and who is a most eifectivo solo player is at present on a short visit to Nelson. Mr McDuff Iloyd has just been Riven a Rteat complimentary concert at which the best local talent in the Empire City assisted, His presence in Nelson affords an excellent opportunity for a grand concert in conjunction with some of our leading musicians. Perhaps some oue will see their way to arrange a musical recital and give Nelsonians a ohanoe to hear Mr McDuff Boyd,

Mr J E Barltrop left for Feildin? yesterday afternoon and a number of friends went down to tho Port to sue him oil. A party of N ivals were at the wharf with others to bid their late officer farewell.

Cricket was informally opened by a praotice game at the Park on Saturday afternoon by members ol tho United Club, sides being chosen. The players included several members of other clubs, and an enjoyable game resulted. One or two energetic members of the Nelson Club turned out, and had had a little practice at the nets. Some ot lhe practice wickets, especially the Nelson Club's, are exceedingly rough and quite unfit for cricket in their present state. The Athletics and United rolled their wickets well on Saturday.

Mr Topliss who has done much for cricket and cricketers for years past in Nelson was re-elected Secretary to the Cricket Association on Saturday evening. In accepting oflice under pressure of pursuasion Mr Topliss said he had intended to decline re-election this year. He really could not be expected to go ou year after, and_ he felt that some one should now relieve him of the oflice. However, yielding to the desire expressed, he would carry on for this season which promised to see some important matches including probably a match againt a New South Wales team. The chairman (Dr. Penrless) and several of those present referred to lhe very general satisfaction which Mr Topliss had giveu as Secretary.

These who attended tne Oddfellows' Ball at Wakefield on Friday evening had an enjoyable dance. The hall was given in connection vi ith the Mansion of Peace Lodge, and about forty couplts attended. Music was supplied by four instrumentalists from Mr Martin's band.

Tlie clyilcsdale entire, Nugget 11, arrived by the Mahinapua this morning in charge of lhe owner, Mr J. H. Honker He is a beautiful dark brown with black points, an immense amount of Hat bone, first-class feel and excellent action. He is o powerful horse with beautiful symmetry, aud is very docile. .Nugget and his full brother, Prince Victor, have taken the first and champion prizes at the Palmerston North Agricultural show for five consecutiveyears against large fields. We understand that he has turned ont some of the finest stock in „ie Taranaki district. Being from a good train of blood on b.>tli sides, he should prove a valuable acquisition to the district. The horse will be sold by Mr Win. Lock on Wednesday next at noon, and in tbe meantime can be seen at Gay's Stables.

Chamberlain's Cough Remedy gives the best satisfaction of any any cough mcdi. cine I handle, and as a seller leads all other preparations in this market, I recommend it because it is the best medicine I ever handled for coughs, colds, and croup. A. W. Bai.dkiimie. Millersvillc, 111. For Sale by James Boon.