"OIM- Own'' at Wellington wires:—The Legislative Council's Conimiitee of Selection met this morning, and appointed the following members a, private committee on the Wuipori Bill:—Hons. W. M. Bolt, W. Kelly, W. C. Smith, and U. J. Fehlwiek, with tho Hen. R. J. H. Rseves ex officio as chainnH.'i. On the 12th in*t. a "flattie" came, ashore en the Ocean Beach just where- the whale stranded. The punt liad cut on it " Tokoniaiiiro River. N.Z., 4th October, 1904." From this it. is supposed that somebody set the boat adrift- to test the current. This morning's sitting of the Polico Court only occupied a low minutes. A first offender, charged with drunkenness, did not appear, and was lined 10s and costs (2s), in default forty-eight hours' imprisonment,. James Kcclcs pleaded guilty to stealing- ii pea rifle, valued at 7s 6d, the properly of Park, Reynolds, and Co. The Hub-inspector explained that the riile was taken from Park, Reynolds, and Co.'s auction looms. Constable M'Holni. seeing accused with the rifle, stopped him, and on making inquiries found that it had been stolen. Accused was addicted to drink. The Bench inflicted u, fine of 40s, or a week's imprisonment. Messrs T. Boss and H. K. Moller were the presiding justices. Twenty-six members of the Mornington Band arrived home from the Gore band contest by last night's express, and were received on the station by the mayor (Mr Simon) and councillors of the borough, After the baud were drawn up in line the mayor congratulated them on their splendid achievements, individual and collective, at the Gore contest, They had surprised everyone by their efficiency, and he hoped that the borough would in a more substantial way show its appreciation of the honor done it -by the success of the local hand in carrying olf so many prizes. The band played from the station to the tram terminus, where a special car had .been movided fo* ihem.

We have received tha following subscrip-' tions in add of the .Miss Gertie .Campion fund:— E. C. Reynolds, 10s; Anonymous, 2s 6d; Sympathiser, Is; W.D., 6s; 'Evening Star' companionship, 13s ; * Evening Star' Office, £1; C. and E. Farra, 10s °, Sympathiser, 10s. The Oamaru North School Committee, at their meeting last night (writes our correspondent), decided to ask the head-master t> arrange, if possible, to afford the Ministers' Association an opportunity to give the pupils a, Scripture lesion, not to exceed twenty minutes, upon one day of the week, at such time as may ha convenient. Our attention has been directed to the fact thai the Presbyterian Church of New Zealand are carrying on missions to the Maoris—one at Taupo (under the charge of the' Rev. Mr Fletcher), the other at Tuamaranui (in charge of the Rev. Mr Ward). Mr Fletcher and many others competent to judge have repeatedly emphasised the great need of educating Maori girls. If they could bo taught cooking, nursing, and housekeeping in a Christian home, not only would the benefits to the race be great indeed, but the death-rate would l)o appreciably lessened. The Maori Mission Committee arc trying to provide .such a homo and education and Itavo taken over the Turukina Manse to make it into a boarding-school for Maori girls. Eight hundred pounds out of the twelve hundred required are already in hand, and efforts are being made by ladies in the North to provide for the furniture, lmen, and crockery, so that the school may be opened, if possible, early in 1905. For the furtherance of this' movement the Christian lir.deavorers and other organisations in Otago purpose holding a sale of work (in connection with which a series of competitions will be arranged) in the early ]Kirt of next year. An energetic committee (of whom Mrs Dr Nisbet- is convener) have the business in hand, and in the appeal they are making thev sav: "In a colony like Now Zealand, 'whore our young women have so manv advantages, social, educational, and religious, such an appeal on behalf of the- daughters of the sod should have special force, and this movement should receive the enthusiastic suppoit of their white sisters." Inquiring of Mr W. J. Moore as to the outcome of the confe rente of head-mae-tcs regarding the new school syllabus, that gentleman infc.rmed us that a scheme was unanimously adopted having for its a common scheme as to the teaching under the new syllabus, f-o that all schools may wotk in one way. Jf tins scheme is carried into effect a scholar proceeding from one school to another will "find his past tuition of just the same value as :'f ha had sLived with his old teachers. There will ha "no waste, no going luck, as the result of changes from school to school. The scheme is being sent on to the Educational Institute, iin-1 Mr Whotter (acting-secretary) hopes to be able to send out copies nest week. The business has been pushed ahead as fast as possible. The usual weekly change of programme will bs presented at the Alhanibra. Theatre to-ni;Tht. Mr Fuller promises several novelties. The- Olympia rink continues to afford much healthful amusement and exercise, and the attendances continue remarkably good. To-night a special programme lias been prepared for patrons. The Cky Boot Palace new shipments (now opened) comprise till the latest and best in modern footwear for ladies, gents, boys, girls, and little folks. The prices are most reasonable, and brinr; reliable <jooda within the reach of all intending purchasers.—[Advt.] The annual'meeting of the Otago Amateur Athletic Club's Protection Association will be held in Grace and Wilson's office, Bank of New Zealand Buildings, on Saturday eveniug, 29th October. Men's odd trousers, 65 9d; saddle tweeds, lis 6d : odd vests, 4s 6d, 5s Bd. At Clothing Factory, Octagon.—[Advt.] The local authorities connected with the Associated Board of the Roval Academy of Music and tbc ftoyal College of Music have arranged to hold a conversazione in the Garrison Hali ou 'Saturday, 23th inst., for the purpose of oxosnding a welcome to Mr James Muir, the London secretary of the Associated Board. Time is the test of all things, and the evcr--1 increasing popularity of Iless canthariues and rosemary for the hair is the most genuine proof of its worth.—[Advt.] Navals and Bearer Corns parade St. Maij thew's Church, Stafford strest, to-morrow, eleven o'clock. Trafalgar anniversary service half-past six; special hymnal.—[Advt.] During tho months of November and December the Dunedin and Kaikorai Tram Company purpose making a temporary concession in the return fare from tho Octagon to the Kaikorai Valley, and vice versa, from 4d to 3d. Special War News.—Why is Eussia fighting Japanr Because she wants China. You may have any amount, of china at Laidlaw and Gray's cheap sale without fighting at all. —[Advt.] The wrestling match for £SO and tho championship of New Zealand takes place at His Majesty's Theatre to-night between I Messrs Scott (present, champion) and Spcnce. Mr W. Newton (of Invercargill) will give an exhibition of strength, and there will be a i musical programme. Just opened, lovely washing silk blouses from 9s 6d; new and stylish dress skirts in linen from 6s 6d, and in black cloth, richly I trimmed, from 8s lid. At T Ko«s's—■ [Advt.] Tho Rev. Egcrtou Tt. Young is spendingnext week in Chrisichurch, returning to D'un°edm in time to catch the Melbourne boat that leaves here to-morrow weelc. In response to a special request, Mr Young will lecture in Trinity Methodist Church en the Saturday evening. This lecture will be entirely new" and illustrated by a selection of pictures' some shown for the first time. The magnificent slides of the aurora will be also thrown upon the screen. N.Z. Clothing Factory's competition for children closes November 15. Cards for same on application.—[Advt.] Tho New Zealand Auxiliary'have arranged for a bazaar next week in aid of Ramabai's intensely interesting and far-reaching: mission to the child widows of India. We understand that a great assortment of goods from the East will he for sale, as well as a variety of such useful articles as are in everyday demand. Frcdk. Nichol, tailor, begs to notify that he has commenced business at 264 Great King street (next Caledonian Hotel), and hopes to secure a snaro of your patronage. Style and in guaranteed.—[Advt.] The Citizens' Band will play at the Gardens to-morrow afternoon. Simon Brothers, Princes street, are showing the latest styles in ladies' and men's summer goods.—[Adv!.] Mr W. Norton Taylor will lecture tomorrow evenintr at the Trades Hall on 'Spirit, Matter, Thought.' The Rev. Joseph Clark, of the Auckland Bapt:~t Tabernacle, will be the speaker at the Central Mission P.S.A, meeting in the Garrison Hall to-morrow afternoon. Solos will be given by Miss Rebecca Hodge, Miss Camiichael, Mr Melville, atvl Mr Dii, and selections by tho orchestra. The evening -preacher will ho the Rev. R. S. Gray, of Christchurch, who will, give an address to young men and young women. Mr W. Wilhehnscn will sing ' Les Rameaux.' Those who prefer the best coffee without any admitsure should try Fry's Coffee Extract, containing the fine flavor, truo aroma, and stimulating properties of the finest coffee berries in concentrated form, without the useless dregs.—[Advt.] A meeting of the Painters' Union will ho held in the Trades Hall, Moray place, on Monday evening. We have been shown a series of New Zealand views on sale by Messrs Brown, Ewing, and Co. They are reproductions of watercolor drawings by the well-known artist Mr L. W. Wilson, and are so well executed that it is doubtful if even an expert oould tell that they were not original drawings. Tho complete series consists of eight pictures, and amongst them are Mitrar Peak, the Otira Gorge, Wanganui River, the Avon, Lake Manapouri, etc. The prico at which those views can he obtained (Is each, or in portfolio eight for 7s 6d) is very small. For sending to friends in the Home Land these pictures are meeting with a ready sale, as they are undoubtedly quite tho best reproductions of New Zealand scenery ever offered here.— [Advt.] Just landed, a shipment of Savory's special mixture and Turkish cigarette tobacco; inspect windows. J. Mendelsohn, Princes street, Dunedin.—[Advt.] A free illustrated 100-page prospectus, describing the courses, methods, and terai3 of the American School of Correspondence at Armour Institute will be sent anywhere on request. Courses for carpenters, builders, and engineers (stationary, marine, electrical, civil, etc.). Local office, 10 Rattray street, l»Hßficlin.-;AdvtJ . .

An architectural class-is being formed at the Dnnedin Technical School. The -first meeting will be held en Friday, 28th inst The annual meeting of Lodge Hiram, No. to, N.Z.C., will be held on Tuesday evening. Everyone interested in artistic house decorations should inspect the metal ceilings and wall coverings at Briseo«'s.—TAdvt.] The Primitive Methodist Church* Dunda3 street, will hold a sale of work and American evening in All Saints' School Hall on Wednesday next, 26th; proceeds in aid of new Sunday School. The programme for the sacred recital in St. Joseph's Cathedral next Tuesday evening will appear in Monday's issue, and will prove to be a judicipus selection from the best composers. St. Joseph's choir have been actively practising, and will give, amongst other items, the ' Sanctus' from Gounod, oue of the latter s most glorious efforts. The proceeds go towards the liquidation of the debt op the Cnristian Brothers' School. Gresham and Boot, QentisU, 63 Princes ftreet (opposite Bible, Tract Dapoti.—fAdrt.] The anniversary services of Wesley Church. Cargill road, will bs celebrated tp-morrow. The Rev. A. Mitchell, of Balclutha, will preach morning and evening, and the Rev. R. J. Lidded will conduct a service in the afternoon. Mr Mitchell will also sing a solo at each service. The ohoir will render special anthems. On Wednesday next the servicea will bo conoluded with a concertsoiree, for which a good programme has been provided. No sale required. My prices cannot be beaten; best valuo all the year round. F. R. Hall, 186 Princes street south.—TAdvt.] In addition to the heather advised by Mrs Menzies and the ' Scotsman' office, the secretary of the Burns Club has received a box from Miss Purves, of Comely Bank, Edinburgh. The gathering pf it has evidently been a labor of love to her, as the bonniest sprigs hayo been selected, and they are bound with ribbons or' most of the different tartans. No doubt there wdl be representatives of "a' the claii3" at the Hallowe'en gathering to claim them. The annual sale of work in connection with St. Paul's Cathedral Ladies' Guild will be held in tho schoolroom on Thursday and Friday, November 3 and 4. An entertainment is announced for each evening, and a number of cooking competitions have been arranged. Wanted.—Ladies or gentlemen attending the skating carnival can procure every dceripiion of mask from Hendy, hairdresser. All kinds, from 6d each.—[Advt.] A preliminary notice appears in our adverv teamg column in connection with the Dunedin Citizens' Band carnival, to be held in the Garrison Hall in show week, June, 1905. The band have a large and influential committee, who have made all arrangements in re-rard to booking hall, etc., and it now reste with the members to work earnestly together, and they should have no trouble in securing the hearty support of the public, It is some time since Dr Wadded has heen heard on the lecture platform, He is to reappear on Monday evening next at St. Andrew's Church Ha'.l, whon Ids subject will be 'An Evening with Irish and Scotch Humorists.' Mr Salmon will recite " Erchie ou the War,' a mirth-provoking entertainment. Tiie members of the Dunedin Gymnastic Club are notified in this issue that the club practices are now held in (he gymnasium, Moray place, on Wednesday evenings. We are advised that communication is restored between Bundaberg and New Caledonia.