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Auckland Star, Volume XXII, Issue 247, 17 October 1891, Page 4

Mr J. M. Shera has received a telegram from the Hon. A. J. Cadman, stating that plans and specifications have already been forwarded for the East Coasb Road works, and that tho time for receiving tenders in Auckland has been extended. The Mayor of Wellington, Mr. A. Brown, visited the Art Gallery and the Library this morning, Sir George Grey acting as guide. On Monday Mr Upton and'a small party will conduct Mr Brown to the Waterworks, which he has expressed a wish to see.

The School ..Committees Election _ Act, which passed iito law - lasb session, is defective in several particulars. It repeals bhab clause of the Act of 1877 which governed the mode of electing commibtees, does nob repeal clause 58, which -ays that for every district there shall be a School Commitbee consisting of seven residenb householders. The Act of 1891, clause 5, provides thab tbe number of members of school committees elected annually shall vary from 5 to 9, according to the school attendance of the "past" year. In the case of newly-constituced districts, such as Kuaotunu', there is no school attendance for the "past "year to be reckoned, and ib seems obscure how, in bhe face of clause 5 of bhe Acb of 1891, proceedings for bhe elecbion of a Commibtee ought to be taken.

An Australian cable message which we published yesterday stated that ib is believed in Sydney bhab bhe wrecked hull of a timber-laden vessel, discovered ashore some time ago on a reef at Malayta Island, one of bhe Solomon Group, corresponds to the barque Kentish Lass,.a New Zealand vessel which Bailed from Hokianga for Sydney in June of last year, and was never heard of again. Those who have visited the wreck pronounce bhe timber to be kauri, bub they may have been mistaken. The wreck is very unlikely bo be that of the Kentish Lass, seeing that bo reach the Solomons she would have had to drilb aboub 2,000 miles from bhe HokiangaSydnoy course past a hosb of reels and islands. Of course, a timber-laden waterlogged vessel may float and drift for a long time after being abandoned, bub in the case of the Kentish Lass it is believed in shipping circles that sho had foundered in a gale with all hands in the terrible weather prevailing between New Zealand and Australia in July of last year. The Kentish Lass was a wooden barque of 306 tons, built in England in 1872, owned by Stewart and Co., saw-millers, of Wellington, insured for £2,400, and commanded by Captain J. Johnson. She bad a full cargo of kauri, and in August a vessel's deck-house and some floating wreckage and timber were seen off the New South Wales coast, and on examinabion were stated bo have belonged to the ill-fated Kentish Lass. It is improbable thab the Solomon Islands wreck is thab of this barque, ib is more likely thab of an Ausbralian - bound pine - laden vessel from Pugeb Island. A recenb mossage from Sydney regarding this wreck at Malayta, said:—"An examination now proves thab the wreck is that of a three-masted vessel, timber-laden. She is painted a lead colour, j and carried a friction winch. The logs forming her cargo are marked with the letber 'C' and the number and dimensions. There is no clue to the name." Further examination, though, if possible, should reveal clearly whether the vessel is the lost New Zealand craft or nob. _

This afternoon the funeral of a lady who had probably lived longer in this colony than any other European woman, took placo abthe new Devonport Cemetery, that of the labe Mrs Mary Poynbon, of Lake Takapuna. The deceased lady, who had abtained the age of 79 years, had lived in New"Zealand for over 60 years, and during her career has witnessed and passed through some of the most stirring vicissitudes of early colonial history. She was born in Sydney, and arrived at Hokianga about the year 1829, with her husband, who entered inbo bhe timber trade, arid ran a vessel between Hokianga and Sydney. During Heke's war of 1845 Mr and Mrs Poynbon were in fche bhick of bhe trouble. Mrs Poynbon used bo tell how horrified she wa3 when the first object that met her view as.she landed ab Hokianga was bhe head of a woman stuck on a polo. They lived on good terms with fche Maoris, and always spoke well of them as a race. Mr Poynbon is a Roman' Cabholic, and it ,-v.as in,.his house that the first mass was said. in NewZealand.

The New Zealand Shipping Company state that in future, with a view to stimulating the dairy produce and fruit export trade, they will stow butter, cheese and fruit in different cool chambers on their steamers, each with the temperature suitably regulated.

The Rev. Thos. Adams, pastor of the Onehunga Presbyterian Church, is very unwell, suffering from consumption, and is now residing at Takapuna. ; Tha Rev; A. M.-McCallun- has temporary charge of the church.

The Auckland Model Parliament held its closing meeting last evening, when, nobwibhstanding tho unfavourable weabher, bhere was a very fair abbendance, composed almosb entirely of young men. Sir G. M. O'Rorke.acbed as Speaker. After a number of searching questions had been asked various members of bhe Minisbry, the Government measures repealing bhe presenb property bax, and remibbing bhe Cusboms duties on certain articles, and reducing bhe fee for inbernal postage, were assented to. The adjourned debate on compulsory military and naval service was then resumed, and carried on with great vigour until 9.30. On behalf of the Government Mr H. M. Smeoton (Minisber of Education) moved as an amendment that " the presenb volunteer system properly administered will duly meeb all requiremenbs in tho direction of defence." The amendment was carried by a large majority. In moving the adjournment of the House the Premiar, Mr L. Kekwick, stated that it was intended to move early- in the now year in the direction of establishing a strong and independent Union Parliament open to ciby and suburban literary societies, representation in the Parliament to be : based on the number of members on each society's roll. A hearty vote of thanks to the Speaker for his valuable services was then carried with acclamation, Sir Maurice O'Rorke suitably responding.

Last evening a meeting of the Eight Hours' Demonstration Committee was held in the Trades Assembly Rooms, Upper Queen-street, Mr H. W. Dixon presiding. Mr W. F. Connelly, secretary, stated that about bhirby handsome and valuable brophies had been promised for competition ab bhe sports on Labour Day, and a variety of details connected with the sports were discussed. The sports programme will be finally considered on Monday evening.

The Band of Hope Union will commence the ninth annual musical and elocutionary contest,on Monday, October 26th, in the Foresters' Hall, Newton. These competitions generally create considerable interesb, and bhis one should be no exception to the rule, as the large number of entries will enable the Committee to presenb choice and varied programmes each evening. No less bhan 1 .Sentries have been received, which will nocessibabe 250 members taking part. Tickets are.obtainable from secretaries of affiliated societies. The usual monthly meeting of St. Patrick's League of tho Cross, held last evening, drew a groat crowd of members and friends to St. Patrick's Hall, Chapel Square. The Rev. Father Hackett occupied the chair. Several essays were read from members of the Society, for which the rev. president offered two prizes, the subject being " The besb means to keep a wife and husband faithful to the pledge," the result of which will be published next meeting night. The concert programme was an excellent one, and was largely contributed to by the members of St. Benedict's parish. Miss Nolan efficiently acted as accompanist, and MrTubberty gave a comic reading entitled "Pat Maloney's Pig." Mr P. White's song "They've All Got 'Em," was loudly applauded and he responded to an encore with " Are You Coming Oub To-night?" Mr Dawson gave a long shoe dance in character, while Mr Tate recited "Watermelon Pickle. ' A farce, entitled "We Are a Merry Family," brought a mosb pleasant mooting to a close.

Mr J. T. Hendr; advises us that tha schooner Agnes Donald arrived ab Wellington this day from Tairua.

Sir William Fox in vibes all temperance workers bo meeb him in the V.M.C.A. Social Hall, on next Monday evening to arrange for the freo distribution of 5,000 " Prohibitionists " in Auckland and suburbs every fortnight for the next year. Mr D. C. Cameron, Grand Secretary of tht, 1.0. G.T., and travelling representative of the " Prohibitionist," is in the city making necessary arrangements for bho Auckland issue. The "Prohibitionist" wasstartedsomo 18 months ago by the Rev. L. M. Isitb, who is sbill its"editor. Ib was distributed gratuitously , from house to house in Sydenham by ladies, and it is recognised as baring been a very important factor in bringing aboub the prohibition victory achieved in that borough. This method of free house-to-house circulation has now been adopted by several other towns in bhe colony.. The "Temperance Herald," published in Dunedin for 14 years, has just been amalgamated wibh the "Prohibitionist," which is now issuing 18,000 copies forbnighfcly. Dunedin distributes fortnightly 5,000 gratuitously, • Chrisbchurch 3,000, Wellington 3,000, Napier 1,000, Wanganui 750, and New Plymouth 1,000, the remainder being posted bo ordinary subscribers.

At a meeting of the Birkenhead Boroue. 1 Council, on Thursday, a " special order " made ab the meeting in September for altering certain roads running through the properties belonging to the New Zealand and River Plate Land Mortgage Company, which will be duly advertised during tha next four weeks, was refused. Tho treasurer presented the half-year's balancesheet to 30th September, which was prepared for the auditor, bub had not yeb received abbenbion owing to his absence from Auckland, and which showed the receipta for thab period to have been £252 12s 4d, and expenditure £240 os Bd, leaving a credit balance of £12.Cs Bd, which was now increased by the further receipb of rates amounting to £11 6s 3d. Accounts amounting to £10 2s 9d were approved for payment.

A general meeting of Orangensen was held last evening in the Protestant Hall, Newton, for the purposes of filling the vacancies in the Institution caused by tha death of one and resignation of another. Mr T. W. Docnin presided. After the treasurer, Mr Goldie, had read his report and balance-sheet, it was resolved that as the members had every confidence in the seven trustees ab present holding that position, it was nob necessary to appoint any new trustees to fill bbc vacancies. A commibtee was appointed to see after soW alterations required on the premises, and the meeting adjourned.

An entirely new programme will be given by Miss Amy Vaughan's Amazons afc the City Hall to-night. The favourite first part " Good Luck"; will be Bfcaged, introducing new songs, dances, and specialties. New artists have been engaged t amongst whom are the Farmings, Blanche and Charles, juvenile statue clog dancers, who will appear in various tableaux. Ip. consequence of great preparations taking place for a grand revival of "Little Monte Christo " on bhe 9bh November, Prince of Wales' Birbhday, tbe Monday popular concerts will be in future discontinued. This sterling combination still continue ta draw crowded houses.

Mr F. Edwards, photographer, of Queenstreet, has now on view in his studio vestibule some really excellent photographs of the ladies and gentlemen who took part in the recent production of "Princess Ida" by the Amateur Opera- Club. The occupy two large cases, and are splendidly executed, besides being striking likenesses. Those on opaline surface are especially artistic in effect. Included in the pictures is a ; large 12 x 15 inch likeness of Mrs Cooper as Princess Ida, in her robes.. which is verib. ably a speaking portrait. Another excellent photo is that of Mr Archdale Tayler.as King Gama. Mr Tayler certainly can find " nothing whatever to grumble ab " in the reproduction of his features and abbire by Mr Edwards. The pose and expression are perfecbly broughb oub in bhe likeness, and can be said of the photos of Mr Jackson in his character of Hilarion. Miss Warren, Miss Harper, and Miss Reeve are also splendidly taken, and. in the groups of the minor "characters and the chorus,the stage posture, grouping, and every little detail are wonderfully well delineated. Mr EdW.-irdsi has brought all his knowledge of the photographic art into operation in his pictures, with bhe result thab bhey are very fine ones. The vestibule in which tho photos are on view will.be open all this evening in. order to allow of inspection by the public.

The members of St. Matthew's Temperance Society are to celebrate their tirsb anniversary in the schoolroom on Tuesday next, when Rev. L. It. Outrara, Misses Tvviname, Stevens, Mrs Barrett, Messrs Stebbing, Twiriame, Massoy, Parish and others will assist at the evening's entertainmenb. The second parb of the programme will be Morton's comedy, entitled "A Pretty Piece of Business." Greab interest is being taken in this Socieby, and a large audience is therefore expected bo be present. Mr C. A. Burrow is the secretary.

Competitive essays on the " Life of James A. Garfield," written by members of the Mount Albert Reading Club, were submibbed lasb evening ab tho Mount Albert Mutual. The judge, Mr Neil Heath, awarded the rirst certificate of merit in the junior division to Miss F. Sellers, and in the senior division to Mr J. T. Garlick, the judge and members not knowing the authors of the prize essays till after a lengthy criticism had taken place. A prize (the gift of Mrs Harbubt) was presenbed to the winner in the junior division. Then followed a " Review of' the Session's Proceedings," by Miss Priestley and Mr Geo. Fowlds, concisely put and both pointing oub defects, and how, profiting by past experience, imptovements can be attained next session. Time would only allow of ono i musical item by Miss Neal.

The period of universal prayer on behalf of Sunday-schools is about to be celebrated, the third week in October being the time when all over bhe world special efiorts are mado in bhis direction. For many years past ib has been bhe custom to observe tho week of prayer, and the Committee of the Auckland branch of the Sunday-school Union have drawn up a series of engagements which will begin this evening with a prayer meeting for teachers,which the Rev. J. Chew will conduct ab bhe Tabernacle schoolroom. To-morrow (Sunday) will be observed as " Children's Day," when taany of our preachers will address the young, and special services will be conducted in mosb of the schools. Monday and Tuesday evenings will be devoted to evangelistic services for young people ab Newton Congregational Church, Pitt-street and Newmarket Wesleyan Churches, Ponsonby and Mount Eden Baptist Churches, Devonport and Onehunga Presbyterian Churches, and Franklin Road Primibive Mebhodisb Church. On Wednesday evening the final meetings will be held, when the annual sermon to teachers will ba preached, followed as usual by a communion service. A full list of engagements with names of speakers appears in our ecclesiastical column.

On Tuesday evening next a plain and fancy dress social in connection wibli the " Princess Ida " assemblies will be held in the Victoria Hall, Eden Terraco. Ib is expected to be very, successful and enjoyable.

Tho opening service of the Auckland Anglican Diocesan Synod will be held ab 10.30 a.m. on Monday, ab St. Matthew's Church. The Synod will meeb for businose ab Bishopscourb ab 3 p.m. the samo day.

There appears to be the possibility of a contesb for the Mayoralty this year. A requisibion is now being circulated for Signaburo, asking Mr J. M. Shera to allow himself to be nominated as a candidate.

Mr J. P. Maxwell, the Visiting Railway Commissioner, returned this morning from the Waikato. He wont as far as Te Aroha, and made inquiries along the line as to the wants or grievances of each particular district. Ho does nob appear to have boon troubled much in this way. At Cambridge Jio was interviewed by a number of settlers, and promised to make certain new arrangements in regard to the running of cattle trucks, the conveyance of small lots of manure, etc. Ab Hamilton Mr Maxwell was parbieularly struck wibh tho improved tone of business, and the general satisfaction of the farmers in respecb of their prospecbe. He thinks bhe Hamilton district is now in a very promising way. Mr Maxwell returns South ou Monday next.

The pasb weok has been a quiet one at the Police Courb. One day there was a clean sheet, and on other days practically nothing beyond inebriates. Thi3 morning not even a solitary drunk appeared, tho only case for Dr. Gile3 to consider being one under the Destitute Persons Act, in Which Dennis Henry Ryan wus charged with having failed to provide for the support of his wife and five children. Mr C. E. Madden appeared for defendant, and obtained an adjournment until next Wednesday. The remains of the late Rev. Peter Mason, 8.A., were interred yesterday afternoon in the Purewa Cemetery. A large number of ministerial brethren and jfriends paid their last tribute of respect to deceased. Among those present wero the Revs. T. Norrie, Sommerville, Macnicol, Monro, McCallum, and Scott West. Services were conducted both ab the house and at the grave, both being of an impressive character. Mr Mclvor, of Karangahape Road, conducted tho funeral arrangements.

Great preparations are being made by the Salvation Army to give General Booth a ifitbing reception on his arrival by the Pukaki on Tuesday next. A good look out will be kept for the steamer at Russell, and if reported there, the time of her arrival ab Auckland can be very nearly fixed. Arrangements have been made for a monster assembly of the Army. A special excursion steamer will bring up the Thames contingent and other branchos will send their soldiers down hy rail and other conveyances. A section of the community think "the reception given to General Booth should nob be confined to fche "Army," and that the distinguished visiter should be accorded a hearty welcome by a Committee representing all sections of the community. Wibh this object in view a petition is in course of signature asking His Worship the Mayor to summon a meetingto consider the propriety of presenting an addreis to General Booth on his arrival from Australia. Colonel Bailey, commanding officer of the Army in New Zealand,i3 expected to arrive by the Takapuna this evening, to make final arransements for the demonstration in this city. Mr James Mackie, coachbuilder, has placed ab the disposal of General Booth during his stay in Auckland, a handsome barouche . tastefully painted in dark green and black, with light green and black lines. The trimming is of green cloth, nicely upholstered, while large circular glass lamps and silver mountings go to make a very rjretby and attractive turnout.

The fancy dress ball given by the Mikado Social Club in Sb. George's Hall on Wednesday evening was a successful and enioyable gathering, and afforded an appropriate conclusion to a really splendid season. There were 67 couples on the floor, and fche stage was crowded with spectators, while many who desired to watch the gay proceedings were unable even to get inside the door. The interior of the ballroom presented a novel and beautiful spectacle,tho costumes beinfr widely varied, some grotesque, others amusing, and others again very charming. Tho toilettes of the ladies were for the mosb part very elaborate and effective. Messrs Burke, Davis and Hunter furnished the dance music, and the supper was provided by tho Committee, Mrs Coldicutfc rendering valuable assistance. The M.C.'s were Messrs W. Farrell, G . Read and S. Coldicutb, and the Committee Mesdames Laurie, Morrison and Clayton, and Messrs H. Lumsden, C. E. Browne and H. R. Clayton. One feature of the ball was the dance programme, which was printed in gold at the Star Office. 16 was of a design quite unique and very .beautiful! Much of the success of the ball' i 3 due to' the energy displayed by the Secretary, Mr Sydney Coldicutfc. This afternoon tho new steamer Paeroa, builb by Mr C. Bailoy, to the order of the Hauraki Steamship Company (Messrs Brown, Geddes, Syms, and others) for fche Thames River trade, left the Queen-sbreob Wharf on her trial trip round the harbour, with a large party of ladies and gentlemen, invited by the owners. After making an official spin along the measured mile on the northern side of the harbour, she took a run down the harbour, during which an excellent luncheon was served to those on board. The Paeroa is in splendid order, her fifcting-up having just been completed, and she starts in her Upper Thames running next week, leaving on a special excursion to Paeroa'on Monday evening. She has been supplied with the necessary lifebuoys, boab and other life-3aving apparatus required by fche Marine Department, and her machinery is in the best of order. She is expected to be very successful in the Upper Thames trade.

The Northern Railway League invite ap plications for position of secretary in ad verfcisemenfc on another page.

The s.s. Coromandel, having been detained at Coromand6l until 4 p.m.. to-day. Will not arrive until 9 to-night.

' Mrs Scott, evangelist, will commence her mission ab the Helping Hand Mission fco-morrow, giving addresses afc the morning, afternoon, and evening services, As the building ia already crowded we understand ib is th 6 wish of the Committee thab regular Church-goers keep away, and leave room for the class whom Mrs Scofcb is specially aiming to reach.

An announcement elsewhere notifies fchab fche funeral of the late James Cawley, of Ellerslie, will leave his late residence at iEllerslie at 3 p.m. to-morrow for Panmure Cemetery, instead of ab the date previously stated.

For good value in clothing, working ghirts, and trousers, Geo. Fowlds, Victoria Arcade, is unapproachable.—(Advt.)

Gentlemen will effect a considerable saving by placing their tailoring orders with Smith and Caughey. Largest _ stock, exceptional value, perfect fib and finish, for cash only. Send for samples ; comparison the best of merit.—(Advt.)

Wyndham-streefc Hob, Cold, and Shower Baths. Hot; bath and shower, Is, 9s per dozen; cold bath and shower, 6d. Open 5 a.m. to 9 p.m., also Sunday morning. Three doors from Queen-street. Try one.— (Advt,)

People soon found out thab they were getting the besb ever offered in Auckland, as proved by the fact that fche sale of Arthur Nathan's Teas has doubled in six months—(Advi;.)

For really nice neckties, collars, hats, Shirts, and silk handkerchiefs you should see the stock of Geo, Fowlds, Victoria Arcade.— (Advt.)