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Auckland Star, Volume XXI, Issue 258, 31 October 1890, Page 2

Iα the local produce market butter is still very plentiful, prices this week being, firstclass, 6d ; secoud-class, 5d ; third, 4d per lb. Eggs are 8d wholesale and 9d retail. Cheese ie quoted afc 3p to 4d per lb. Canterbury bacon and hams, equal numbers, fetch 6gd per lb. The flour market ie unchanged and quieb. The kauri gum market is still very firm for all good qualities. The gum supplies for tha month to date are 550 tons. Quotations to-day are : Fair to medium, £40 to £41; good to superior, £42 to £43; and East Coast, £59.

An auction said of waste rural lands in the Auckland district was held this mdrning afc the Crown Lands Office, Cusfcomsstoreet Bast, Mr A. F. F. Etheridge, chief clerk, officiating as auctioneer. Section 40, town of Rangiriri, was knocked down to J. L. Stewart at the apseb price of £7 10e- I Q the suburbs of Ngaruawahia South Frater Bros, bought 6£ acres for £22; E. Fitzpatrick, 6| acres for £33 i Prendergaat, 4 kcres at £14 ; Jas. Frater, 7 acres at £40 ; Nicholson, 3 acres at £10; Gascoigne, 6 acres ab £30 (upset price); and Moffab, 10 acres at £49 7s 6d (upset), a Mr Jackson purchased 6 acres in Kohukohu for £26 "lOs. 42 acres of land in the Kaihu survey district were ,knocked down to W. Utting for £23 6s 9d, and 137 acres adjoining to Mr Trounson ab the upset price 0f,£75 99, One hundred and eight acres of forest land ab Kourawhero, Rodney, containing 100,000 feet of kauri timber, was disposed of to Messrs Macklow for £111. Eighteen acres afc Waioeka, Whakatane, brought £61, Mr Vaile purchasing. Twenty-five acres of volcanic land near Mangere was sold to Mr Wm. Aitken for the sum of £632, and 30 acres adjoining were also purchased by Mr Aitken for £645. This section elicited keen competition. The upset price was £450. Mr Somerville was the purchaser of an adjoining section of 1J acres for £20 15s. The lease for 99 years of block 4, 4 acres 2 roods 37 perches, town of Rotorua, ab £26 per annum, was obtained by Mr Haultain. The Waibenia.ta Boating Club hold fcrUf fives to-morrow afternoon at two o'clock There will be two sets of races, oneM maidens and one for the senior membe/ of the club ; so thai the juniors will to compete with old hand*, /

The Minister for Lands at) Wellington has had under consideration for the past few days an application from the leaders of the labour party ab Wellington for land under the special settlement conditions. The application was on behalf of 32 persons requiring an area of 200 acres each, and special terms were requested. The Minister replied declining to grant the request), and intimatiag that in order to fall in with their views the Land Acb would have to be be amended. Ab the same time, Mr Richardson suggested to the applicants that there was plenty of landjin Taranaki, Hawke's Bay, and Wellington dietriebs which could be taken up under village settlement conditions, or on conditions of ordinary rural lands, and that by adopting either of these they would escape survey fees.

The ordinary meeting of the Crown Lands Board was held yesterday afternoon, Messrs Humphries (Commissioner), Moat, and Bagnall being the only members present. A synopsis of land sales since the previous meeting was submitted as follows: —Cash sales, ten for 630 acres, £314; deferred payment, five for 1,126 acres, rent £35 ; perpetual lease, seventeen for 2,818, rent £71 ; total, 32 for 4,574 acres. An application received from Mr J. Rolleston for a coalmining lease ot eection 2, Block XVI., of the Hukeronui, containing about 382 acres, was deferred for further consideration. The following school sites were recommended, viz. :—Section 76, Block IX,, Waiuku survey district, and section 34 of Block IX. of Waiuku, 7 and 12 acres reepoatively. Ib was resolved to recommend the Government to eet apart section 34, Block IX,, for a cemetery, the area being 2a. 3r. Bp., and that various Waiofcahi sections bo thrown open as unsurveyed selections at 10s an acre. It was also agreed that 150 acres western side of Opope Reserve, Rotorua, should be offered for an occupation license for one year, at an upset price of £7 10a per annum, and that other land be opened for sale at Mangamuka and Tauranga.

A somewhat unusual charge was preferred at the Police Court this morning against John R. Lundon. Ib was that tho defendant had committed a breech of the Defence Act, 1886, in that beinga lieutenant in command' of the Onehunga Rifle Corps, certain arms, ammunitions and other appointments within the meaning of the Acb were in his possession, and that upon coasing to belong to the eaid corps he made default in delivering up the same to James Eugene Leahy, tho officer commanding the force. Mr Hudson \\ illiamson appeared on behalf of the complainant and Mr W. L. Rees for the defence. By consent the hearing of the case was adjourned for one week.

Sir Gavan Duffy considers Mr Balfour's Irish Land Purchase Bill elaborate, and that as a guarantee is secure, tho land purchase advances are unnecessary. Mr Painell'sscheme he thinks a strange alternative and a serious mistake. The "Freeman's Journal" accusee Sir Gavan Duffy of seeking to oust Mr I'arnell. '

Messrs H. Rees George and J. Gilmour were the Justices presiding at the Police Court this mornrhg. Two firab-offejdinjj inebriates were dismissed with a caution. Mary Hamilton aad Elizabeth Kennedy, for having been drunk, were each fined 20s or 48 hours'.

The charge of adulteration of pepper, preferred against Kearna and Son, of Dunedin, was adjourned. Three experts, who had microscopically examined tho pepper, gave evidence as to its purity, thus contradicting Dr- Black. Ib was decided to exchange samplea and make another analysis by each export.

Mr Pope's interesting entertainment of; song and story takes place this evening ai} the Academy of Music, Lorne-sbreet. Referring to Mr Pope, an Australian exchange cays : —" Nothing that we could write would adequately convey an idea of hie brilliant oratorical powers. Hβ enthralls tho attention of hie auditory, and the ringing cheers which bursb from his hearers testified ins an unmistakeable manner their warm appreciation of the talented New Zealander's eloquent oration. His singing is from the hearb, so to speak, and hie rendering of 'The Land for the People ' will nob soon be forgotten."

The fifteenth anniversary ef the Devonport Wesleyan Sunday-school was celebrated last evening in the church by a Boiree. The affair was very well attended and waa a pleasant re-union. At 6.30 p.m. an ample tea was provided for the children, under the care of the lady teachers. At the after meeting the Rev. J. Dukes presided, and Mr Enoch Wood gave an address. The annual report was read, and showed that the Sunday-school was in a vary healthy condition, financially and otherwise, and that great progress was being made. During the evening the choir, aided by an orchestra, sang special music, and a choice programme of reeibabions, singing, etc., was given by the children. At the close the meeting accorded votes of thanks to all who had assisted. The musical sorvico will be repeated on Sunday, November 9th.

The November issue of "The Helping Hand" is now issued. It Jβ a capital number, and filled to overflowing with excellent reading. The reverend editor of the "New Zealand Primitive Magazine" speaka of "The Helping Hand" aa follows:— "Oae of the very best ' monthlies' that has found its way to our editorial chambers is ' The Helping Hand,' which is published in the interests of the Freeman's Bay. Mission, Auckland. Tfaiis Mission is but a babe in years, but it is a giant in strength, and in its work for God puts the surrounding churches to the 'blush.' Its history reads like a tale of romance, and the record of battles fought and victories won for Jesue, which will appear in its columns monthly, will doubtless rouse the faint-hearted, and inspire many a Christian worker with increased zeal. The new paper has been compared to the ' War Cry, , but in our opinion tbe ' Cry ' suffers very considerably in the comparison. ' The Helping Hand' is splendidly got up, and is the best pennyworth we have seen this side the line. The articles it contains, like the addressee given ab the Mission, are short, bright and vigorous, and written in a style which will literally take captive the attention of the reader. We heartily commend thie new venture, and congratulate the promoters for tieir wisdom in publishing ifa bo cheaply &i to be within the reach of all." / Some children Are strangely reared. As Constable Foren/an was going his rounds in Ryle-street/ about 1.30 o'clock this morning he fouiid five boys camped under the house of Mr James Johnson. They were at once provided with more comfortable quarter? at the police station. This morning thj lads appeared at the Police i Court befofc Messrs H. Bees George and J. Gilmou/, Justices. Their names were FleetwootfCharles Burton (12), Charles S. H. Huds/n (15), Charles D. Hill (13), James Hamiltoi (8), and Frederick W. Hudson (9). T/iey were duly charged under the Police/Offencee Act, and then SergeantMajpcPr&tt obtained an adjournment until to-ui(f row, in order that the parents of the boysmight be communicated with. Toe 'Cyclists Club rue to-morrow afternoon is to St. Helier's Bay, leaving Newm/rket at 3 o'clock. /impey'e Band will play the following programme to-morrow afternoon in the Albert Park, commencing afc 3.3o:—Quick march, ■•• Rockbarton," Arbnckle; overture, " Symphonia," Victor Buofc ; quadrille, "Majestic," S. Lintonj selection, " Falka," F. Chassaigne; valse, " Estudiantina," Waldtenfel; schottische, "In the Starlight," Rollineon ; gallop, " Fairest of AH," Bowman; " God Save the Queen."

A big gun drill competition took place last Saturday at Fort Resolution between detachments from the "O" Battery and the Ponsonby Navals, Capt. Morrison, Permanent Artillery, was judge. The " O " Battery won after a close competition. Both detachments were equally proficient, but the Battery won on time, being remarkably smaro.

The Presbyterians of Otara and district held their anniversary soiree last evening in the Public Hall, Otahuhu. There was a large attendance. The Rev. Mr Steele occupied the chair, and addresses were delivered by the Chairman, the Revs. Messrs Rishworth, Comer, Runciman, Scott West and others.

A petition from W. Leys and 89 other residents of England-street, Ponsonby, urging the Ciby Council to proceed with the works in connection .with the formation of that street, was read ab the City Council meeting last evening. A letter was also read from Mr Leys on the subject. The petition and letter were received, though Cr. Cooper wanted some action to be taken on the matter.

Councillor B. Cooper yesterday departed from the usual routine of City Council business by presenting two reports at a later time than usual. Reports are generally sent in beforo or on the Monday preceding a Council meeting, so fchab they may be circulated and Councillors may know something of them beforehand. Councillor Cooper sent in one of his reports yesterday morning, too late to be circulated, and the other he wanted to present during the Council meeting last evening. The result wae that both reports were ruled oub of order by the Mayor, The first related to work in Prospect and Vermont streets, Ponsonby, and the second to a petition from residents of Emmett and Karsfiold streets.

Mrs Fleming, hotelkeeper, of Panmure, met with a serious accident yesterday. From Borne cause, upon going upstairs she turned giddy and fell downstairs, cutting her head severely and breaking her arm in two places, Dr. Erson stitched up the wound in her head and set the arm, and, considering the extent of the injuries and the excitement caused to the patient by the accident, recommended her removal to the Hospital.

The people of Remuera are greatly exercised about a drain which leads into Hobeon Bay, They think ib pollutes their neighbourhood, and they wanb to throw the blame on somebody. They wrote to the City Council about the matter some time back, but the Council disclaimed all liability. The Newmarkeb Council waa also approached, and at last night's City Council meeting a letter was read from the Newmarket aathorities suggesting a conference. The City Engineer reports that the City Council constructed the drain at a cost of £1,661, the Newmarket Council to have the use of ib. Ife was resolved to reiterate the former answer that the Council has no liability.

All Saints' Gymnastic Club is a popular institution in Ponsonby, and is doing excellent work there among the young men of the place. It is nob surprising, therefore, that a large number of people assembled in the schoolroom lasb evening to witness tho annual gymnastic display of the Club. The performance was most creditable,and shows, if any showing were necessary, that Professor Carrollo'e pupils are a credit to their teacher. The dumbbell, Koman ring, horizontal bar, and Indian club performances* by fche whole of the pupils were well. done. Messrs McGregor and Hall gave a good exhibition of fencing and "quarfcerstaffe." Mr G. Leighton'e light club swinging was one of the boat items of the evening. Messrs Miller and Stewarb were good with the singlesticks; and in a boxing bout.with Professor Carrollo Mr I. Speer showed great) clevernees. Mr C.E. White was as successful as usual with his comic songs; and Jfrofeseor Carrollo brought down the house with "Many a Time. ,5 Mr A. H. Brabant contributed two. good songs in good style. Mr S. Adams , was an efficient accompanist.

The Mount Eden Congregational Church Young , People's Association held a social last night on the close of this year's session.- The programme consisted of a scene irotd "Richard III.," acted by members under the management of Mr T. Allen. Shaksperian recitations were also given by Messrs R. Potter and Kelly. The vecal portion of the programme was contributed by Messrs Allen and Hudson, Meadames Smith and Heighway, and Misses Paterson, Wood and Bennett. The instrumentalists were Mrs McLeod, Misses Wallace, Woods, Bennett, Pilcher and Maater Bennetts The Chairman, the Rev. B. L. Thomas, in introducing the selections from Shakspere, gave a short speech on the religious belief of Shakspere.

Messrs L. D. Nathan and Co. are losing no opportunity of advertising their " Standard " teas. They have had a fanlight beautifully painted representing two standard-bearers holding an advertisement of these teas. This is to be inserted in Messrs Glanviile and Ellyett's shop in the new block of buildings at the corner of Queen and Victoria streets. The work has been done most artistically, and when in position will make a splendid advertisement.

At the meeting of the City Council laeb evening, it was resolved to allow the Demonstration Commitcee to charge for admission on November 10th. Letters re rent and leases were referred to the Domain Committee. The tender of Thomas Healy was accepted for grass-cutting, at £20. Eleven tenders were received for the pavilion alterations and improvements, and that of Jones and Fairweather, £159 15s, was accepted.

The matron of the Jubilee Kindergarten returns thanks for the following gifts for the past month :—Meat (weekly) from Hellaby and Hulme, also from Harvey«and Kilgour, Newmarket; bread (weekly) from Martin, and once a fortnight from Mr Burton ; milk (daily) from the London Dairy, vegetables (weekly) from Mis Kemble, vegetables from Mr T. W. Buckland, butter from Mrs Tonks, dripping from a friend, eggs and two sacks of potatoes from Mr Robert Hall, One Tree Hill: cakes from Mount Hobson "At Home," per Mrs Browning; bread from Mr Mickleson, child's dress from a friend.

The litfcle steamer Maori, which ie, with the exception of the s.s. Waihi, the smallest boat in the Union Steamship Company's fleet, arrived here last night from Duiiedin, en route to the Fiji Group, where she is to replace the s.s. Oreti in the Company's inter-island service. The Maori is a beautifully modelled lifctle craft of 174 tons, very narrow, with a schooner bow, and is perhaps, with the exception of the Northern Company's Wellington, the prettiest and most shapely hull of any New Zealand coasting steamboat. .

The monthly meeting of the Drury Band of Hope was held on Tuesday, and was well attended and in every way successful. The Rev. T. Norrie occupied the chair, and opened the meeting with prayer and a brief address. The following programme was then excellently rendered : — Quartette, "Glorioue Kingdom Drawing Near," Misses Cossey and Dixon; recitation, " Sturdy Jim," Master G. Harding; " A Trip South," an interesting address, giving an account of a visit to the Dunedia Exhibition, by Mr J. Flanaghan; violin solo, Miss Sanders; quartette, "Follow Me," Miss and Masters Ballard; reading, Chairman ; quartette, "By Grace Ye are Saved," Misses Dixon and Cossey and J. Flanaghan; song, " Stars of Heaven," Mils Ballard; duet, " The Wind and the Harp," Mrs and Miss Dixon. Hymn 37 (Hoyle's collection) and the benediction brought a pleasant meeting to a close.

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