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Auckland Star, Volume XX, Issue 56, 7 March 1889, Page 4

The question of how best to. deal with juvenile crime is still engaging attention all over the colony. At a largely-attended meeting of Justices of the Peace in Christchurch district, convened by Mr Whiteford, R.M., to consider the subject, the general opinion was strongly in favour of punishing parents for neglecting their responsibilities and of the establishment of a training ship. A committee of the senior justices was appointed to draw up resolutions for presentation at a future meeting. Inspector Pender stated that in the last five years 271 children had been brought before the Court, 65 of whom were illegitimate. He objected to flogging boys, pointing out that out of 81 flogged 37 were rearrested. One of the resolutions arrived at by the Auckland meeting some weeks ago was in favour of flogging certain youthful offenders, but in view of the facts pointed out by Inspector Pender it is open to question whether flogging has not quite as hardening an effect as imprisonment.

By the omission of the word " not " our report of discussion re the Harbour Boai-d receiving cargo gives an erroneous impression as to Mr Winstone's views, and makes him appear to have advocated the opposite to that which he does. It was stated that "Mr Winstone said that one merchant out of every twenty-five was opposed to the Board taking over the receiving on the score of increased cost." What he said was that there was not one merchant in twenty five but is opposed to the Board taking over the receiving. The omission of the two words underlined entirely alters the sense.

The poll for election of five candidates for the Arch Hill Licensing District will take place on the 13th inst., between the hours of 9 a.m. and 6 p.m., at the Road Board office. In addition to the list of names published in our last issue, the nominations include Mr Thomas Armstrong, and he being a temperance candidate makes the " moderate " and " temperance " parties five a-side.

A good housewife in the city has just received striking testimony to the purity of the water supply. Mrs Knox, of Albertstreet, was yesterday drawing some water wherewith to cool the family dinner, when she became aware of an obstruction in the pipe whereby, the water refused to. flow. In a few moments the obstructing matter came away, and there came plump into the dinner pot a fine healthy young rat! We are not aware whether the lady screamed, but she had the presence of mind to save the young stranger from drowning, and when Mr Knox brought it to the Star Office yesterday afternoon the animal was still " alive and kicking." When there is so much talk about organic impunities in the city Water, it is necessary to know that it is not " rough on rats," but that even tender rodents can subsist on it and in it. It is a complete mystery how the young rat in question got into the water pipes. It is just possible that it is only one of a numerous littet, and water consumers should keep a lively outlook for the others.

Our Waikato correspondent writes:—l hear all round Waikato that people are satisfied now to await future railway working developments. They seem- relieved from some great trouble now that they see even a chanco of the old system being altered. I saw one of the new cattle trucks the other day, and judging from just a rough look round, the improvement will be immense,

Advices received in Auckland state that the shipment, of 5 tons of potatoes sent Home by the steamer Aorangi, from Wellington, was landed in good condition. To the Editor : Sir, —Since a notice appeared in the press that a Mr. Harvey had won a prize of £1,700 over the Melbourne race meeting I have Treceived several letters' asking for donations to charities. With regretful pen and bitter tears I beg to state I am nob the man, otherwise the charity letters should not have been unanswered. —I am, etc., Walter Harvey.

To those in search of high-class literature for the home circle, no weekly paper in tho Colonies commends itself so highly to public patronage as the " Family Friend," for its eighty columns contain a wellselected budget of bright, instructive, and entertaining reading matter, while the price at which it is published is nominal and within the reach of all. The present issue, now published, contains among other illustrations a well executed portrait of Te Kooti, the article being accompanied by a sketch of the monument erected at Makaraka, together with the inscription and a list of the massacred. A new serial' story also makes its appearance under the title of "The Lyon Tract," the opening chapters promising the fulfilment of an exciting plot, and as there are two other popular novels running through the paper, readers are certainly well supplied in that respect. There are also several notes of travel, complete tales, sketches, etc., and amongst the specialties provided for the fair sex is a large fashion plate of some choice toilettes. Young and old of both sexes will thus find that ample provision has been made for their literary requirements, and the increasing popularity of the "Friend" shows the estimation in which it is held. It is now on sale by all booksellers, news agents, etc.

Last evening the Zealandia Open air Skating Rink was again well-attended, and it appears to be fast becoming a popular evening resort for a very large number of skaters and spectators. To-night (Thurs-^ day (a grand benefit will be tendered by . the proprietor to the Auckland polo representatives, prior to their departure South, and a man-o-war's men race will take place, the prize being a, handsome pipe of New Zealand wood. A prize will be given—also a pipe to the blue jacket in this race displaying the least ability to skate, and a considerable amount of fun is therefore anticipated. A trial of speed will take place between Messrs! Eaton, Hough, Anderson and Rix. During the evening the rink will be brilliantly illuminated by limelight.

The members of the Amateur Dramatic Company of H.M.S. Opal, the majority of whom performed successfully on the occasion of the previous visit of that vessel to Auckland, intend to give a dramatic entertainment in aid of the Auckland Kinderland Society, on Friday, the 15th inst., at the Opera House, which has already been engaged for that purpose. * It is gratifying to find that the "Jack Tars" of our squadron,while so fond of jollity themselves, are not unmindful 'of the needs of the orphans in our midst, and we trust ojifr citizens will not hesitate to give their support to the Dramatic Company in their efforts to further so worthy an object.

A handsome photographic shield was presented to Miss Keesing, daughter of Mr Henry Keesing, last evening, by the Past Grand officers of the American Order of Oddfellows. The meetings of the Executive have been held at Mr Keesing's private residence in Princes-street, and the presentation was a recognition of the hospitality and courtesy afforded by Miss Keesing. The shield, which was very neatly got up, contained a group of photos, with Mr Henry Keesing, D.D.G.M., in the centre, taken by Mr J. R. Hanna, and the illuminating was nicely done by Mr Palmer. The presentation was made by Bro. Hughes, and Miss Keesing and Mr Keesing. made suitable acknowledgments. The names of the Executive are :—Messrs J. Hughes, Falconer, Harvey, Allen. McCulsky. Thwaites, Morrison, Piggott, Burchell, Knight, Armiger.

It is a well-known trick of the English butcher trade to pass off inferior mutton as being from New Zealand,' and an Auckland gentleman has just received corroborative testimony of the practice. He sent Home a carcase of mutton as a present to friends, and they report that it was more luscious, tender, and in every way superior to any other New Zealand mutton they had tasted. The explanation, of course, is that in this case they really had Now Zealand mutton forwarded direct from the colony, whereas they had most probably been formerly served with inferior stuff from the River Plate or elsewhere.

Should a physician ever whip his patient • This was the question brought up lor de* cision at a Berlin Police Court some time ago. A doctor was asked to prescribe for a boy four 3/ears of age, who was suffering from some slight ailment, but the child screamed so violently that it was impossible to examine him. After trying for a long time to soothe the child the physician resorted to the old-fashioned method of giving him something to cry for, and boxed hio ears. The child's mother not only resented this, but showed her resentment in a practical manner, by summonsing the doctor for assault, but the Court decided that the medical man had acted only for* the patient's good, and so acquitted him. Would the same reasoning apply to a schoolmaster ?

The second and final pyrotechnic display in the Government House grounds was given last evening under very favourable auspices. There were some thousands of jieople within the enclosure, but it is worthy of remark that there were a larger number of spectators outside. Selections of music were performed by the Garrison Band, while the fireworks exhibition itself was a capital one. Precautions were taken by the Fire Brigade to prevent any outbreak of fire from the descending shower of sparks, but their active services were nob called for.

The regular monthly meeting of Lodge Ponsonby, No. 708, S.C., was held in tho, Oddfellows' Hall, Ponsonby, last evening, when there was a good attendance of. brethren. The R.W.M., Bro. Forrest, occupied the chair, and a large amount of business wasgone through. Mr Rice Owen Clarke was initiated. The lodge was then raised to the third degree, when Bro. Fowlds was raised to the sublime degree of M.M. Bro. J. R. Duncan, P.M., 1182, E.G., was received as a joining member. A motion, of which notice had been given, " That the night of meeting should be altered," was carried, and the first Tuesday in each month was fixed upon. After a pleasant evening, the lodgo adjourned, hi; peace and harmony, until tho first Tuesday in April.

Drs. Mackeller, Girdler, and Roberton successfully amputated the foot of Mr Bridgman last Sunday. It will be remembered that some time ago this young man had the misfortune to receive a charge of shot in his leg just as he was preparing to go out blackbird shooting. Since then he has been- bed-ridden, and a large number of shots have been removed from h'B leg. Unfortunately, the medical gentlemen in attendance were compelled toremove the foot, otherwise the patient siite would have been seriously endangered, xao sufferer is the son of Mr W. R- Bridgman, draper, Queen-street.

fjThe time for receiving tenders for rebuilding the west wing of SunnysiM Lunatia Asylum has been extended tin 20th inst.

Mr H. H. Smith announces that he has on view at his promises, Victoria-street Wet.ii a specially-constructed farmhouse- range, made to the order of a Hawera settlel"-

— ~~~ 7i- nn the fire which took place A n mi? e„. the Northern Wairoa River,, at Tilunu!, £ s hel(J . fc Dargaville on on January g_ Webb, coroner,- and Tuesday hy * _ mitchelson was chosen fi ury' Constable Scott conducted the foreman* . Graham represented the inquii:-v; insurance Company, and Mr Colonial i« t .[ ie d tho case on behalf 0 Kichol^on .j k^ A large amoont of of .i ™was taken, and the jury, after evidence liberafciollj returned the follows „]jouis ,'__,, jj av ,- n g heard the evidence, '""/Tthat'the house at Tilcinui was burned ,vetm°" suspicious circumstances, breaking. out from the *•„? andTe would suggest that the X make' further investigation. We P° slalflor that some action should be »!sOC°„ JUS to Mr Alfred Walker's 1-jlofl it having been very unsatisfactory *nif 'J\A' MrJ.B. Graham expressed '■i-fSion at the verdict, and called c. runner's attention to several disorepanthe £ luid been made in Mr Walker's C!-u P He said that Mr Walker disrtKvo're that he had not been inside !"o louse destroyed for the space o one or • ears whereas three witnesses had deSa to seeing him coma oub of one of the Es of the house ou the evening before the * ji r Graham considered it would be a L miscarriage of justice it no action \Z]A be taken after such evidence had £ adduced. The Coroner stated that tho depositions would have to be forwarded to S, Kesidetib Magistrate pending such proceedings as the authorities may advise.

Yesterday, at Wellesley-street Public ophool the interesting ceremony of pre- , 7n7 the athletic sports prizes was perfnmod by the head master. Lessons hayL been concluded, the pupils of the senior Masses met in the long-room. Before making the'presentations Mr Worthington addressed the pupils and teachers present, lying he had been requested to distribute the prizes won at their recent sports, and he did so with very mingled,feelings. As all wero aware, one of their number, who had taken a most active pare in contributing to the success of the snorts, and hacl won several P"zes, was now Jjth them no more. They all knew to dahom he referred—to one who, while among them, had ever set a good example by honourable conduct, truthfulness and gentlemanly feeling, and who had left behind him a name which would never die out of tho school. He wished also to state that he did not consider Christmas at all suitable for tho sports. In former yeiws they were held at Easter time—usually the day before Good Friday —and he urged upon all present to influence the parents, Committees, and all who had tho power, to have the day changed for the old time, as Christmas is far too hot for sports. Sports ought to be held at Easter time, as the heat would then take less out of them. Mr .Worthington then proceeded to make the presentations in accordance with the awards of the judges made on tho ground. The School Cup (a handsome silver cup) was won by Master G. Bishop. The other priz9sconsi9ted of silver pencil cases, mathematical instruments, books and knives, with satchels, purses, etc., for the girls. The wliole was'brought, to a close by the boys testifying by acclamation their " vote of thanks ".-to the Headmaster.

There is now on view at the show room ofcMr J. Winks's establishment, ShortlandBtreet, one of the handsomest, cabinets ever turned out by any workman in this city. It is of the style known as Chippendale, and stands just over six feeb in height. The feature of this elegant piece of cabinet work is the marvellous manner in which our commonest woods have been made use of, and the handsome appearance they present; when polished, some being, in face, quite equal to the finest walnut. The cabinet has been purchased by an Auckland lady as a present for her brother in Sydney, and it should create admiration in the minds of all who see it in the New South Wales metropolis. The fretwork at the bottom andbhe stand is of pohubukawa, with the bottom itself of rirnu. The drawers and doors are of light mottled iaini with pohubukawa curls, while the door frames are of figured puriri moulded with totara and rewarewa. One could aimost fancy the top to be of walnut, but it is highly polished puriri. It is surmounted with glass panels, and these with a rimu shelf with small cupboards on top with glass doors. The door frames are made of figured puriri with totara mouldings. The centre of the back is fine work in puriri inlaid with half-a-dozen various woods with a bevelled circled mirror with rimu and rewarewa moulding. The whole is surmounted, with a cornice of mottled totara, figured puriri, and plain totara. The centre part falls down with a hinge flap forming a handsome writing, table, being lined with velvet, and'is fitted with drawers inside of various woods, tho front of the flap being pannelled to match the doors. All the metal showing on it is of silver plate, and adds considerably to the appearance. The cabinet was constructed in Mr Winks's shop under the supervision of his foreman, Mr Taylor, and is altogether a piece of work he has reason to feel proud of.

The opening meeting of the Tabernacle Improvement Society lo inaugurate the 21sb session book place on Tuesday evening lasb, in one of the large class-rooms. The affair took the form of a social, and there was a full attendance. Mr Cleveland occupied the chair. The social was of an informal character, everyone being expected to contribute something — song, instrumental selection, reading, or recitatian—-and the majority doing so. An orchestra of seven performers was present, consisting of Messrs F, Lambonrnc, H. Crocombe, F. Blakey, F. Gribbin, H. Wells, and Simpson (2), and rendered several selections in a very creditable manner A piano solo was performed by Mr M. Aldis ; Mr F. Kenderdine gave two songs, Mr Clarke two songs, MrF. Gribbin two cornet solos, and Mr A. «. Jarretb three comic songs (accompanying himself on the piano). Readings, recitations, etc., were given by Messrs G. Oswald, F., Gaze, G. Gribbin, F. Hill, E. P Vaile, F. M. Hay, F. A.Cloveland-and G. J. Blakey. During an interval refreshment were dealt with, and the evening concluded with the National Anthem) the social having proved a gratifying success.

Another grand change will be presented at the City Hall on Saturday nighb by Miss Georgie Smifchson, and an ""Athletic Tournament" and "Concert Carnival" will be quite a novelty in Auckland. A medal jvill also be presented by Miss Smithson lor the best amateur heavy weight lifter, Mr ,1. Hurley having challenged any amateur >P Auckland, in which a number of other amateurs will take part. In the concert carnival everything will be entirely new, hl,d a number of novelties will be introduced in the second part. Professor Milo Moss has kindly consented to act as judge for the contest.

The concert and ball tendered asa bene"t to Mr J. -Miliison, lasb evening, proved a K'sat success, the hall being packed to the Ooor. A first-class programme was most creditably gone through, most of the selections! being encored. We cannot particularise, but Joey Buchanan (a little boy years old) deserves special mention. The promoters desire to thank all those who so willingly took port in the benefit, and also Sbos'Q who gratuitously placed conveyC 63 at the management's disposal.

■>» connection with the Grafton Road esleyan Sunday School Anniversary celebration a sacred cantata entitled "The 'yngdom of Christ" will bo given by a Cl>oru 9 and orchestra of about 120 per♦?rm^ r8 ou the evening of Monday, 11th, in ecjurch. Considering the success that ™w achieved at lasb year's anniversary by ilie Choicest Gift," and judging by tho •^earßals, 'n thorough musical treat and a MPCM«fttl u.njversary is assured,

.At tho R.M.\ Court this morninojudgment for £100 and costs was given tor the plaintiffs in a case in which the School Commissioners for the Auckland Provincial District sued Michael Boland, of Urmond, near Gisbcrne, fot rent of certain property leased by the defendant by auction. There was no appearance for the defence, and the judgment went by de-

At an extraordinary general meeting of shareholders of the' Union' Steam Saw Moulding, Bash and Door Company (Ltd.), in liquidation;held yesterday (the6th inst.) , Wa. s T resolved that Messrs Henry Green and Meysey-Thompson be appointed adM V°"vt lu luidafcol"s,with the understanding that Mr Ware, the original liquidator, is about to resign. Accounts showing the present position of the Company's affairs were laid before the shareholders and explained.

Last evening, for the last time, the brethren of all the Orange Lodges, together with members of the Female Lodge met in the Newfcon Hall for thepurooseof bidding good-bye to Bro. Ward, P.G.If., who' is leavnig for Wellington. The hall was crowded. Bro. W. Sheeson, G.M., occupied the chair, and in a short speech eulogistic- of Bro. Wards indefatigable exertions as Grand Master, presented him with an elegantly framed Past Master's certificate. f[°- in thanking the brethren, telt deeply moved at his departure, but trusted that before long they would meet again. Other speakers having given vent to their feelings tea.was partaken of. 1 here we're two sittings down, and after tho tables were cleared, several speeches, songs and recitations were given. A resolution was passed tendering Bro. Ward their hearty good feelings for his prosperity in his new field of labour, at the same time expressing regret at his leaving Auckland, and fraternal greetings were conveyed through him to tho brethren and sisters in Wellington. Several brethen from H.M.s. Wavy were present, and added harmony to the meeting.

At the quarterly meeting of the Tamaki West Licensing Committee held this day at lanmure—present, the Chairman, Mr Gavin, and Messrs Cleary, Donnelly aud A'lenzies, with the clerk, Mr Seaman — the minutes of.the previous meeting having been read and confirmed, and a favourable report of. the several hotels in the district received from the Inspector, a transfer of the license for the Panmure Hotel from Thomas Mulvihill to Edward Rogers was granted.

The dispute between the head office of the New Zealand Seamen's Union and the Auckland branch has been amicablysettled, ISJr Ellison, tho Secretary appointed by the Auckland branch, having decided to _ retire from his position voluntarily to prevent the continuance of the dispute. He therefore gave up his office on Thursday last, and it is now occupied by Mr Duthie. the Secretary appointed by the head office at Dunedin. The Auckland branch of the Union, at a meeting held on Wednesday evening last, passed a resolution of sympathy with Mr Hannigan, President of the branch, on account of his dismissal from employment in which he had been engaged for some considerable time.

To the Editor : Sir, — Having heard that a report was circulated that the late Dr. Stockwell, who was an outspoken freethinker, had recanted at thelast, I beg most emphatically to correct such an erroneous impression as this report would create by stating, that the 'doctor himself expressly desired that he should be buried by the simple ceremony of the free-thinkers, and myself had the painful pleasure of reading a piece from the "Truth Seeker" of his own selection as the burial service—painful because of the fact that we were putting away for ever one of Auckland's mosb valued citzens and my most dear and truest friend.—l am, &c, W. C. Dknnks.

At 2 p.m. at their sale rooms, tomorrow, Messrs Vaile and Douglas will offer a number, of valuable pity and suburban properties. There are some very convenient and beautiful building sites of large area on the city side of Remuera, also two very valuable blocks, of business premises in Pitt and Hobson-streets, and several houses and cottages in various parts of the city and suburbs.