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Auckland Star, Volume XXV, Issue 43, 19 February 1894, Page 2

The Premier desires to have a correction made in that part of the report of his speech referring to exports, where an omission occurs which may convey an erroneous impreesion. He stated that according to the report of the chairman of the Wellington Chamber of Commorce, taking the years 1892 and 1893 op to September 30 last, if the same values had been obtained there woqld have been an increase for the year ending September 30 of £221,446. If, as reported, the calendar year be taken thero is a falling off for the year 1893 as compared with 1892. Tbis to Rome extent may ba attributed to the lateness of the wool shipments. Tbe~ Government) has forwarded to the Auckland Chamber of Commerce a couple of large cases containing samples of paraquet work, better known as wood linoleum. This process has been recently patented by Mr James Freyberg1. Now Zealand woods are worked in various patterns and backed with a material somewhat like linoleum. The samples were on view to-day at the Chamber of Commerce, and owing to the beauty of both the timber and designs attracted an amount of attention, Three inebriates find a vagrant completed the list of those who appeared before Mr R. Cameron, J.l'., at the Police Court this morning. One first offender was fined ss, or in default 24 hours' imprisonment with hard labour. Violet Pearce for having been drunk and disorderly, was fined 10s, or in default 24 hours' hard labour. John Wilson for a fourth offence was sent to gaol for three months. To-day Mr J. L. Holland, Secretary of the Auckland Society of Arts, received intimation from Wellington and Nelson exhibitors that they intended forwarding pictures for the forthcoming exhibition, which opens on the Ist March. We understand that Messrs L. J. Steele, H. P. Sealey and G< Goldie also intend being among the exhibitors, so from this we may ■infer that the breach between the two local art societies is now healed up. All supporters and admirers of arb will be glad to hear this. Typhoid fever is prevalent in Auckland just now. Ab the present time there are sixteen males and six females in the local I hospital eufiering from this disease. '

The election of Chairman of the Auckland Harbour Board will take place tomorrow. It is understood the appointment lies betiween Mr Adam Porter and Mr Malcolm Niccol. Voting will probably be close. ;■■'■'■":■. " Judge's Bay presented a very lively aspecb on Saturday afternoon on the occasion of the competitions for the caps presented by Mr W. Philson to the Sb. George's Rowing Club. A good deal of local interesb was centred in the contests, all of which were close and exciting. In the first round Thompson's crew met and defeated Clark by a couple of lengths and Buchanan's were likewise successful in the race with Bush. McSardie's and Duthie's then tried conclusions and the latter were only beaten by a length after a very sharp struggle. The race between Mariner's and Jervis's crew concluded the firsb series the latter being beaten. In bhe second round Buchanan's crew led Thompson's followers to the winning post and McHardie's gained a victory over Marrirter's. The race for the poaaession of the trophies between MeHardie and Buchanan's crews takes place on Tuesday evening. ■ To the Editor : Sir,—Kindly allow me a few lines in your valuable paper to draw the attention of the Mount Eden Road Board to the practice of some of the residents of the main road of draining their slopwater into the gutter of the road, which provides no pleasant odour to the pedestrian. I think every care should be taken when the word typhoid is now so common.—l am, etc., Slopwater.

The West End Rowing Club had a moßfe successful gathering on Saturday afternoon. Mr W. J. Geddis, one of the vice-Presi-dents of the Club, threw bis grounds open, aud afternoon tea was provided. The members of the Club and tbo visitors watched the several rowing and swimming contests from Mr Geddis's ground. Messrs M. Bell, E. Oswald, C. Owen and J, Wilson were the winners of the Committee's prize in the gig race. During the afternoon Mrs Geddis presented the trophies won at bhe late Ponsonby regatta and also Professor Carrollo'g prizes.

Mr Henry Probert, df Henderaon Valley, meb with an unpleasant accident on Saturday evening. He was driving down the hill above Henderson, when the britching strap broke, and as the buggy began to prees upon the horee, the animal objected aud started'down the hill at a rattling pace. Mr Probert stuck to the reins notwithstanding the fact thab the frightened horse kicked in the splashboard, which struck his shins and also kicked him on the arm. Ultimately the animal was quietened upon arrival at the flat, but not before the shaft of the buggy had been broken. The horee gob cub about the hindquarters.

At a recent meeting of the Hibernian Society, members learning thab Dr. Lewis, who has been for many years one of their medical attendants, contemplated a visit to Europe, resolved to give some token of their appreciation of his gentlemanly, conduct, medical skill and unremitting attention to his Club patients during his time of offico. Consequently a Committee was appointed to draw up an address embodying these sentiments, and on Saturday evening Mr John Patterson, President, accompanied by Bros. T. H. White, J.P., Daniel Flynn, Treasurer of the branch, William Doran, P.P., and P. Kearney, P.P., made the presentation to Dr. Lewis at his residence, Symonds-st., and spoke in flattering terms ot his connection with the branch ; the other members also made complimentary remarks, when Dr Lewis replied and thanked them very heartily for their unexpojrtied presentation. He assured them at the pleasure he always felt in his dealing with their body, and thab he would always cherish the token of their esteem, he hoped thab his locum tenens (Dr. Sharman), who was also present, would receive the same treatment at their hands as he bad done, as he had no doubt bub the doctor would give equal satisfaction. After some refreshments and the usual handshaking, the party withdrew.

Owing to tho actions of the Council in dispensing with the services of their Sanitary Inspector, and also their refusal to obtain a report) from their Officer of Health ; on the pleas of want of funds and a new system of economy, the residents are taking the matter up. This morning a communication from a number of inhabitants was forwarded to the Central Board of Health at Wellington, praying that body (under such circumstances as stated) to be pleased to take such steps ns they may deem advisable under the Local Board Health Act.

The West End Lavvu Tennis Club intend holding a grand moonlight excursion and promenade concert on Wednesday evening next, leaving the Ponsonby YVharf at a quarter to eight o'clock.. For the convenience of those not living in Ponsonby it is notified by advertisement elsewhere that the steamer will leave Queen-street Wharf at 7.30. As several loading vocalists have promised to assist a most enjoyable concert may be anticipated,

Wo are requested to state that the sum of £5 15s 2£d, the proceeds of concert and dance held in the Hendorsou Schoolroom on January sth, in aid of Mrs John Baillie, has been handod to her, and the following subscriptions by J. S. Laurie:—J. Archibald, 2s 6d; Mrs Goudie, 5s ; E. Walker, 2s 6d. Subscriptions collected by J. Potter, Avondale :—M. Foley, 10s: J. Little, 2s 6d ; Thompson, Is; S. March, 2s 6d ; Mrs Moorhead, ss; W. Wilkins, Is.

The anniversary of the Pitt and Edwinstreet Primitive Methodist Sunday-school was celebrated yesterday. The morning servico was conducted by the Rev. D. K. Fisher, of Dunedin. In the afternoon the Rev. J. W, Hay ward took the first parb of the service, and the Rev. W. Powell, of Wellington, gave an excellent address. The Rev. J. Guy preached in the evening. The singing was mosb enjoyable. Mr 0. Turley Was the conductor, Mr W, Carlaw organist, and the orchestra was under the leadership of Mr Matherson. The church was tastefully decorated, and the collection amounted to £10 13s. The annual soiree will take place to-morrow evening. Dr. Knight will preside, and the anniversary hymns will be repeated by the scholars.

It is notified by advertisement in another column that the office of the China Traders Insurance Company has been removed from the premises of Mr A. PI. Nathan to the office of Mr Robert Blair, Fort-street.

The Weslqyan churches of the Manukau circuit were largely attended yesterday, harvest thanksgiving services being held at Onehunga, Otahuhu, Mangere, and Flat Bush. The churches were beautifully decorated and were largely attended.

The Congregational Church at Onehunga> was mcst tastefully decorated yesterdavi the occasion being the services for a boun" tiful harvest. Sermons "tvere preached morning, afternoon, and evening by Revs. Witmee and Williams, large congregations attending each service.

The Pukekohe annual concert given by the Anglican church eventuated in the Masonic Hall which was crowded to exoess. The programme was excellent and the church officers did their best to make the entertainment a success. Mr Wilkinson, J.P., presided. The following ladies and gentlemen rendered songs : Mrs Pilgrim, Misses Quinn, Harris and Plummer; Miss Lynch, pianoforte solo and accompanist; Messrs G. M. Reed, McLean, Nicholson, Horden, Mackey, Norden and Dr. Carolan. Friends from Tuakau gave their tableaux which were greatly appreciated.

We have to acknowledge, en toehalf of the released prisoner, Williamson, 2s from H.D. J., and Is from A. J.T.

Boys' Knicker Suits, from 3s lid ; Men's Under Shirts, from 1b each ; Babh Towels,, from 6d eaoh; Argdsy Braces, from Is each, ab Fowlde' Great Sale.—(Advc.)