WELLINGTON.

Auckland Star, Volume VII, Issue 1972, 5 June 1876, Page 3

WELLINGTON.

(Prom our own Correspondent.) This day.

A Medical Flare Up

Tho formation of the new Medical Society here is a signal instance of the truth of the saying that "Doctors differ." It appears that a number of the medical men of the city determined on establishing a society for the protection of the profession, but as even doctors have their little tiffa and disagreements, there are a few who refrain from exchanging with each other the usual little courtesies of society. The first consequence of this was that none were invited to attend the preliminary meeting except those who belonged to the mutual admiration circle. Those who did not happen to be on the most friendly terms with the promoters were studiously left without an invitation. It was only through the Press that they became aware of what had been done by a few of their brother medicos. Thia of course raised the dander of those who were left out. They considered it a studied insult nnd a slur upon the profession, that personal feeling should be imported into a movement of the kind. The result is that an apology will have to be made, or in all probability the newlyformed society will collapse by the withdrawal of those who" have no private animosities, and who sympathise with their slighted brethren.

Outbreak of Scarletina. Scarletina has broken out at the Te Aro end of the city. Six children in one family ill with it, three seriously, two dangerously. The father also, it is feared, is sickening for thedisease. The medical attendant (Hon. Dr. Grace), has taken all due precautions to averb risk of the infection spreading, and has given notice to the Board of Health that scarleiina exists in the city.

The Opera Company. The Simonsen Opora Company are having a highly successful season here, with capital houses. Madam Simonsen's singing is much admired, and Mr Morley is pronounced the finest tenor yet heard here. in " Sonnambula " after his song, a scene of excitement ensued never equalled here before. The house and even orchestra literally rose and cheered him, recalling him thrice. " Hermits Bell" was produced last night, and was an immense success.