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Auckland Star, Volume XI, Issue 3221, 16 November 1880, Page 2

Messrs Frascr and White, City Auditors and Public Accountants, certify that tho issue of the Evbnino We Ml last week was 37,078.

Wo clip tho following extract from tho " Northern Whig," BelfffSt, of tho 21st September : —" Yesterday morning a number of emigrants left this port per a.?. Thomas Dugdalo for Fleotwood, and lire to proceed in tho popular ship Liuly Jocelyn for Now Zealand. They wore cliielly of the respectablo farming class, and from different parts of Ulster. Mr G. M. Uecd, tho lato New Zealand Emigration Oillcor for Ireland, has preceded them to the colony for tho rmrposo of having suitable farms in readiness for them on their arrival."

Tho disappointment in sporting circles over the defeat of Trickctt is not confined to tho betting ring. It has evmi extended to the Temple of tho Muses. For some time past several distinguished local artists have been exhausting all their skill in the production of life-like representations of "Trickett, tho Champion of tho World," as he appeared, after the victory over Tlanlan, nnd which were intended a.s transparencies to adorn certain hotels in tho city this eveniug. Those portraits will now be useless, unless tho ingenuity of the artists can alter them to fit the circumstances. Probably a few tears, or an expression of disgust, could bo imparted to the manly features of tho Sydney man, and tho thing would pass muster. In future the artists would do well to paint all the competitors in a victorious attitude so as to prevent disappointment.

Mr J. F. Clarke is elected Mayor of Parncll, unopposed. Mr W. Wilkinson, and Mr G. N. lirassoy were nominated for Grahamstown, and a poll takes place ou the 24th. The following wero re-elected : — Captain Davidson, Now Plymouth; Mr Linton, Palmerston North ; Captain Sutton, Timaru ; Mr Gibbs, Oainaru.

John Common, who recently arrived in Sydney from New Zealand, was charged with obtaining money by false pretences from Sir Alfred Stephen.

Tho Auckland United and Parncll Cricket Clubs played thoir first game of the season on Saturday afternoon in the Domain. The Parnell team was rather weak, and was defeated by 9S runs and one wickot. Brook, George, Clayton (six each), and Swanson (9) did best for Parnoll, while for the United, «Jervis(2B), W. Laukham (23), Ivens (21), and C. MacCormick (20 not out) were the highest scorers. Parnoll scored 40. and the Auckland United 138. Tho Parnell men hope to bo more successful in their next match, when their best men will strip for the contest, and go in with .1 determination to win.

The following prizes won nt tho Athletic •Sports ou Prince of Wales' Birthday were presented to the successful competitors at the Queen's Head Hotel last eveninc :—Birthday Handicap: Underwood, £15; Davis, £3; and Elutton, £1. Mile Race : Forsyth, £G; E. Jones, £2; Hastie, £1. Walking Handicap : Brett, £G ; Selby, £2. (iuarterrailc : Ist prize, clock value, £S, James Martin ; 2nd, £1, N. J. Whisker. Maiden Kace: A. Bell, £3; Maher, £1. Boys' Race : Tucker, £1 10a ; Aunott, 10s.

The entertainment by tho Arch Hill Band of Hope will take place in the Temperance Hall, Albert-street, to-morrow (Wednesday) evening. Councillor Hemus, president, will address the meeting, as, owing to a prior engagement, ho will be unable to occupy the chair, which will be taken by Mr R. Downey, the superintendent.

The protest against Mr Fairbnrn's nomination by Messrs Gordon and Sutherland as a candidate for the present vacancy in the Board of .Education was based solely on on alleged irregularity in convening the committee meeting at which the nomination took place.

To tho Editor : Sir,—l trust the authorities will, in their efforts to give our future Governor a right royal reception, give the suburbanites of Farnell and Newmarket an opportunity or testifying their loyalty by arranging for a drive or procession through oar tight little borough, when no doubt bis Excellency will be gratified—not only by tho magniticeuc scenery, but also by the hearty welcome he is sure to receive from the inhabitants.—Yours, etc., Loyalty.

An erroneous statement appeared in the " Herald " this morning stating that a lire broke out yesterday at tho Ponaonby Rope Factory, instead of which the fire Was in ,a small shed the property of Mr Lang, ropemaker, which destroyed the shed, a considerable amount of flax, and Mr Lang's tools. The loss, though not great in value, was a serious loss to Mr Lnng, as it destroyed his workshop and tools. The fire soon burnt out, and a telephone message was sent to Superintendent Hughes to that effect. Captain Butler and the Salvage Corps went to the place, but their services were unnecessary. The cause of the fire is unknown; but it is supposed that one of the boys struck a match with his foot which had been inadvertenly dropped near the flax.

To the Editor: Sir, —I notice in your isaue of Saturday evening a letter signed

I " Old Sport," who accuses me of assuming that to which I have no right, viz. : Champion, pcd. of Auckland. The first, and, indeed, only match I have taken part in, was bstween Mr A. Hendry and myself, for a sum of money and championship for seven miles, which took place some time ago. Seeing that I am open to walk any local pod., as the public are aware, from five miles up to fifty, until my challenge is accepted, and my opponent proves himself ray superior, I believe I have a right to the title which I claim—Champion longdistance ped. I regret the photographer's omission in not specifying the distance for which I was champion, as it would have saved our friend " Old Sport" considerable trouble.— Yours, &c, Thomas Fernandez.

The Lydia-Howarde Burlesque and Opera Bouilb Company are now in Che South preparing for a tour of New Zealand. The Company includes: Mdlle. Lolo Do Glorian, Miss Blanche Leopold, Miss Minnie Murielle, Miss Ada Sinclair, Miss Clara Mansell, Miss Grace Hathaway, and Mi3s Lydia Howarde ; Messrs George Leopold, Harry Power, F. W. Fisher, J. Marshall, Eugene Mowry, and Paul Carter. The repertoire comprises : " Rotinson Crusoe, or, The Pirates of Palm Bay," "Les Cloches De Corneville," "Ivanhoe," " GlrofleGirofla," "The Doctor of Alcantara," "Nemesis," Chilperic," " Naphthania ; or, Aladdin the Second," "Trial by Jury," and " The Sultan of Mocha."

Mr. H. H. Smith, of kitchen range celebrity, has just had his recent exhibits at the Agricultural Show photographed. They have been arrayed in front of his establishment in Durham-street for several days past, and have engaged a considerable share of attention from passers-by. For portability, neatness, and general workmanship they can hardly be beaten ; while the rapid extension of the patentee's business speaks volumes for their suitability to popular use. Mr Smith has just completed a large portable boiler and oven designed for the bush. It requires no setting, will accommodate enough cooking for 200 persons, and such rough fuel as logs six feet long can be used with it. Then, there are portable side ovens (of which nearly 1,000 are arleady in use), portable colonial ovens, and the New Zealand "Eclipse" wrought iron, kitchen range, adapted for the burning of wood, coal, or coke. The latter class includes many kinds: a specimen of the largest, viz., the farmlouse range, has just been manufactured to the order of Mr A. K. Taylor; thepriceis£2o 10s. Mr Smith has been in business here just ten years, and at each successive Agricultural Show since that time he has taken the first prize for ranges. The industry is now permanently established,

The continuation of the interesting copyright story, "Lord Brackenbury," will be given iv the Stak to-morrow.

A sou of Mr Lilly, of the North Shore, was missing from his home yesterday, and had not been found this morning, but as diligent search is being made, he may be discovered iv the comae of tho day.

The sale of fancy goods in the Oddfellows' Hall, Parnell, under the auspices of the Ladies' Aid Society will begin at 2 o'clock to-morrow afternoon.

The acting Mayor, Mr W. R. Waddel, accompanied by the Town Clerk, paid an official visit to His Excellency, Governor Do Vceux, this morning at the Government House. His Excellency was attended by Mr Eden, Private Secretary, aud returned thanks forthe courteous visit, and expressed himself as very much delighted with Auckland.

A correspondent inquires whether Suwarrow ever beat First King in a weight for age race. Our reply is in tho allirmativc. At the V.X.C. meeting Suwarrow beat First King by a length in the race for the Canterbury Plate. The distance was 2{ miles

Tlui acquisition of city building sites of real value h becoming day by day more ilillicult and unobtainable. " The remaining portion of the City Improvement Commissioners' valuable allotments situate in VVcllesley-strcot Ea.it, Rutland and Lome streets, will be offered for long, leasesatnonn to'inonow by Mr K. Arthur, at his sale rooms, Queen-street. At the «aino time Mr Arthur will oiler two of the linest allotments on the estate. The allotments front Princesstreet, and arc situated between Messrs Wbitaon's and Sbarlaud's, and overlook the Albert Park. '] hey are to bo oll'crcd oitlicr for annual lease or for purchaso for the 99 years. All these properties are well worthy the attention of all who desiro to obtain proport/ that must rapidly advance in value and commercial importance.

Wo have been requested to correct a report that has got abroad that the noiroo in connection with tho opening of St. David's now Presbyterian Church was to be postponed owing to the severe indisposition of the Kov. Mr Dunn, their minister ; but at a meeting ot tho committee held lust night it wus decided to hold tho aoireo as advertised in another column, viz,, on Thursday, the 18th iuat.

To the Editor : Sir,—To decide an argument would you kindly answer the follow, ing :—" What is the quickest timo in which Slutton has run 100 yards ? Be, I presume, being one of the llootost amateur runners who has performed iv Auckland '!" —l am &c, HuNNltls.— [10J seconds. This time wan made when Mutton ran King for tho Championship. Ring won by n few inches. Ed. E.S.]

At the Volunteer fOtc at VVhan"arei the following wero the winners of tho principal ovonts: two mile walking inntcb, A. McGregor; 300 yards hurdle race, J, McLcod ; Vaulting with polo, J. McKay ; putting tho stone, J. Mclnncs ; 100 yards ilat race, A. Hunt; quarter mile race, J. McLcod ; high jump, J. Mclnncs ; 20'J yards Hat race, J. Mclnncs ; hop, stop, and jump, .1. Mclnncs; mile Hat race, J. McLeod ; tilting at the ring, E. S. Dent j horse jumping, W. Wood. Champion Cup, 10 shots at 3CO yards, CorporalMelimes and J. McLeod tied. The concert and ball wero successful.

The members of the Excelsior Lodge of Good Templars will hold their annual tea and public mooting to-morrow evening, in the Franklin Koad Chapol. An oldfashioned tea, with its associative chat. Biindwichof, &c, will be provided by the sisters, who are very jealous of thoir reputation m this Hue, which has been acquired through years of experience, and not from Soyer's cookery book for tho people. An entertainment of a luminous, musical, and intellectual character will follow. The Key. S. Edsjer is expected to tako tho chair, and several gentlemen will deliver brief addroises. In order not to interfere too much with ilie numerous songs by the ladies, a short paper will possibly be read on "Beer and Bitters." Solos, duets, and choruses will add to tho) interest of the hour, and a line musical evening ia fondly anil reasonably anticipated.

The warm weather in rapidly approaching, and a good and plentiful supply of wholesome water is «o small desideratum." The reduced rates now charged for water by the City Corporation places such supplies within thu means of all classes of the commiu.ity. Houses fetching 10a per week rental aro supplied for 12i per year (payable half-yearly), and a. largo dwelling house realising 30s per week will be supplied for 3Gs yearly. These amounts allow of use for Laths anil unstinted use for domestic service. Small bouses are supplied for 10s yearly, The reduced rates will apply to present consumers after Dec. 31st next. On reference to our advertising columns will bo seen the Abridged Prospectus of the Caswell Hound, Marble, Portlaud Cement and Mining Company, Limited, tho share list ot which closes on tho 15th proximo. The " Now Zealand Times " (Wellington) referring to this Company says :—" It will bo seen that the directory includes the names of responsible men. Copies of tho fuller prospectus and forms of applications for shares may now be obtained in all the priucipal towns of the colony, and tho proposed venturo is one of tho most sound for a long time past offered the Now Zealand public. The essentials of a profitably marketable article, in inexhaustible supply, and in a position easy of access, is assured, the principal feature in favour of the company is its certainty and non-speculative character, and the minimum cost at which large profits can be guaranteed. Operations will not bo limited to the production of building and statuary marble, but to the auxiliary adjuncts ot Portland cement and lime, two articles of commerce which aro in ever-increasing demand, and the undertaking, ia addition to offering profitable | investment, for capital, will in a short space of time, afford remunerative employment to hundreds of mcv. As an inceutive to tho development of this new industry, the Government have been asked to guarantee 5 per ceut. on the actual subscribed capital of the compauy for five years, from the date of I registration, to give &n absoulte Crown grant Of 5000 acres of land, an additional grant on terms, ou 10a per acre, for purposes of special settlement, the right to cut timber, and mine for coal and other minerals, and a bonus of £2000 on the first £4000 worth of marble sold, and £1000 on the fiwt £2000 of Portland cement sold. The Government have roplied that they sympathise with the objectn and intentions of tbe company, and aro prepared to favourably consider proposals as far as possible witu'in the provisions of the existing law as soon as the (company is propared to fulfil its portion of any agreements that may be entered into. The reports ofscientific and practical men on the quality of the Caswell Sound marble apeak in unqualified prairo of its qualities and the facilities tor working and shipment."

At a meeting of the South Auckland Cattle Board, a letter was received from Mr Reynolds, manager, regretting the decision of Inspector Runciman with referenco to the removal of the restrictions on the Piako estate. From information supplied by the manager it appears that there were on the 'Land Company's estate at the end of March 2,600, twenty head had been shot by Mr Nadep. Mr Runcimau reported on his visit with the Government Commissioner*, Messrs Lewis and Sharp. He said there were several suspicious-looking and diseased cattle amons; the several mobs. Messr3 Lewis and Sharp's reports were read, and stated that 2,300 cattle had been examined and no trace of plcuro was discovered. They recommended that the restrictions be removed by the Swamp Company's property at the end of the year, and from Mr Burkes farm at ouce. Mr Sharp declared that the beasts suspected by Mr Runciman were perfectly free from pleuro, and contradicted the report in other respects. The Government wrote stating that while they were satisfied with the report of Chief Inspector Lewis and Mr Sharp they would not remove the restriction without a certificate from the Board. Mr Kantham denounced the inspection of the Commissioners as a sham and disgrace to the colony. A discussion ensued, and it was resolved to allow the removal of cattle from one part of the property to another under inspection, and permit fat cattle to be sent by rail to Auckland, the Government being recommended to disinfect all trucks so used,and to remove the restriction altogether from both Mr Burko's and the Land Association's property, by the 15th Dec. next. A passage of arms ensued between Mr Fantham and Mr McLean, the former contending for an extension of the quarantine till February, declaring that influence had been used with the Board, and Mr McLean retorting that Mr Fantham had allowed popular feeling to warp his judgment. A letter was read from Inspector Runciman to the Premier complaining that the Board had been influenced from outside ; had purposely endeavoured to hoodwink him as inspector ; had afforded him no assistance, and. had warned him to meet the Board at hours which enabled them to get the meetings over before his arrival. Mr Maclean contended that this was only done once, when the discussion was to be on his (Mr Runciman's) competency. Ultimately the [motion for removal of the restrictions was carried, Mr Fantham protesting that in doing this Mr Maclean was causing the Swamp Company' 3 cattle to be mixed with other people's, "while he -\voiald not allow them to mix with his own stock,

Two boys, named Robinson and Wells, who ran away from the Training-ship at an early hour on Monday morning, were found by Sergeant Urcene nt Onehunga, and brought to Auckland this morning.

We arc informed that Captain Greonleafe, with that perseverance aud industry for which he is noted, has again opened steam communication with the Wade and Puhoi, and from the support he is promised, doubtless he will prosper. In anothercolumn will be found the time and dates'for.the|present week of steaming tothe|portof Auckland and tlicWade. Captain GreenleafewilKhis week publish the time-table of the steamer, so as to enable the settlers to see the great renowned Cole's Circus with the least possible delay or inconvenience.

The anniversary sermons in connection with tho Onehunga Wesleyan Church were held on Sunday last, when the Rev, Mr Baker olliciated morning and evening. The rev. gentleman preached very eloquent sermons, aud the large congregations present were highly edified, and profited by the able manner in which the preacher expounded his text. The annual soiree in connection with the anniversary will be held to-morrow (Wednesday) evening at half-past six, when addresses will be delivered [appropriate to the occasion by the Hevs. Buddie, IJaker, aud Dewsbnry. The chair is to be taken by Mr C. J. Stone, and sacred pieces will be sung by a choir, and the Maori students from the Three King's Institution.

The Waikato Turt Club will hold their spring meeting on tho Ohaupo racecourse on St. Andrew's Day, November 30th. We notice that a chango has taken place in the secretaryship. Mr Kennedy Hill, who was for so many yoars identified witli tho Club as secretary, resigned that position, though tho Club found it impossible to dispense altogether with his valuable services, and obtained his consent to his being appointed ono of tho haudicappers. Mr Robert Bradley, tho now secretary, has published tho programme of the coming meeting, and will receive entries at his ollice, Hamilton, up to Thursday, 18th inst., for the various handicaps. There aro to be seven events A Handicap Hurdlo H.aco of 30sovs., Maiden Plato of 20ttovs., Waikato Cavalry Turf Plato of lOsovs., Spring Handicap of 5090VH., Novel Handicap of 2530v5., Consolation of lOsovs., and Hurry Scurry tor Hacks. The entries for the Maiden Plate and Cavalry Plate will be received up to Friday, Novcmber2Gtb. Agoodutteudance is expected.