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Auckland Star, Volume XXIX, Issue 254, 27 October 1898, Page 4

The mail steamer Alameda arrived from San Francisco, Honolulu and Apia shortly before ten o'clock this morning. The vessel was thirty three hours late in leaving Frisco, owing to delay in the arrival of the mails. She experienced line weather on the run down until Monday last, aud from then heavy gales were encountered. The vessel came into port with a list to port, caused by the uneven distribution of cargo, and the coal bunkers being partly empty. She. had a fair number of passengers for this port and a good list for Sydney, for which port she leaves at midnight. While the Alameda was in San Francisco Dr. Hall, who has been surgeon on the vessel for some time, resigned, and was succeeded by Br. J. A. Nelson. The steamer's mails bear the following dates: —London, September 22; New York, September 29; San Francisco, October fi; Honolulu, October 13; and Apia, October 2.1.

Mr Thos. B. Arthur held an action sale of sections in Hobson Park, Parnell to-day. Seven building lots were sold, the price:- ranging from £2 12/G to £4 per foot for the frontage on Hobson I .irk Road.

In Hie passenger list of tlie Ala^ meda for Apia were Messrs C. L, Crehc.re and VV. M. Woodworth, two scientists sent down by the Harvard University to investigate the habits oi the -paloio? a species of worm which appears below high water mark for two days each year, and which is considered a great delicacy by the natives. Captain V. Schenfelder, of H.I.G.M.S. Falke, who has been to Germany on a year's leave, also left the mail steamer at Apia, where Lis vessel was in port when the Alameda left.

On Tuesday evening- next the 'A' | Battery of Field Artillery volunteers ! will g-o into camp on the Takapuna ! racecourse for the ani.nal training of j twelve days. The men are to undergo ! a thorough course of training in the i use of their field pieces. Advantage ' will be taken during- the time in camp to exercise the Battery in field movements, and for this purpose the j local stables have been requisitioned to supply the necessary horses aud gear. Major Mad ox is expected to be present, and will bo accompanied by an efficient staff of artillery instructors from the Pei*manent- Force. A;\ every man in the Battery is bound to I attend, a good muster is assured, and j a very successful camp expected.

The Legal Committee of the City Council at a meeting held yesterday afternoon, decided to refer the allegation regarding stuffing of the city ratepayers' roll to the City Valuer, with instructions to furnish a report thereon by next Tuesday week.

The report presented last evening at the annual meeting of the Auckland Auxiliary ot tlie New Zealand Baptist Foreign Missionary Society referred to the visits of Dr. Rouse, of Calcutta, Dr. Chas. North, M.8., a New Zealand medical missionary, and Miss Peters, of Brahminbaria. A • large case of presents for the Mission children, given by Sunday School scholars and friends, had been despatched after Miss Peter's departure? The Central Committee's call upon the Sunday Schools to collect £200 for a new mission boat had resulted in £300 being sent in —sufficient to pay for the boat, to provide for its outfit, and keep it for some time. The balancesheet showed the amount collected from the Otahuhu Church was £3 11/; Mount Eden, £19 IG/; Ponsonby, .£B7 0/1; Tabernacle, £113 14/1; total, £342 1/2. Auxiliary expenses, £16 15/9; forwarded to Wellington, £225 5/5. Mission boat fund: Otahuhu, C/; Mount Eden, £3 4/3; Ponsonby, £!<_ 17/10; Tabernacle, £28 0/11; total, £51 '../. On the motion of the Chairman (Mr 11. M. Smeeton). the .report was adopted. Addresses on Mission work were given by the Chairman nnd Revs. A. li. Collins. I .' Warner, and F. Jones. The patent calculator for rapid measurement of the contents of tim- | ber, earthwork, etc.. which has been patented by Mr Ferguson (Captain of the Ohinemuri .title Volunteers No 1. | Conipauy), and. to which we .referred yesterday, is now to be seen at the i'Uiyal Mail Hotel. The invention is an ingenious one, and very accurate in it. working", while the rapidity with which calculations can be worked our. by its agency saves a great deal of time and arithmetical figuring. For estimating the contents of timber legs, quantities of earth to be removed from cuttings, etc., it seems to be a very useful and handy contrivance. A number of civil engineers and surveyors have inspected the invention, and were quite satisfied as to its efficacy. With the aid of this calculator estimates can be made in a great deal les3 time than any other way. Mr Alex. Armstrong, engineer to the Ohinemuri County Council, thinks highly of the invention, and says it should be in every engineer's office. A small syndicate is now being formed in connection with thepatcnt rights of the in- ; vention.

A number of prizes to be given at the Auckland Agricultural Show were on exhibition to-day in the window of Messrs W. Phillips and Son. painters, Queen-street. The prizes consist of clocks, saddlery, silverware, books and other articles.

A well attended meeting of the Women's Branch of the Natives' Association took place last evening at the Tailoresses' Hall. Mr Ford was present and during his address spoke words of encouragement io the members in their efforts to build up what he hoped would soon become a power in the land. He eulogised the movement of the Red Cross Nurse Brigade as one deserving tlie sympathy of New Zealanders. "lie wished it the success it undoubtedly deserves.

A meeting was held last night at Mount Albert for Mho purpose of discussing- the advisability of forming a brass or life and drum band. Mr Spragg was in thechair. The relative cost of instruments, etc., was laid before the meeting, and it was ultimately decided that'a. fife and drum baud would be mere suitable for the boys of tlie district. A committee was formed for the purpose of ascertaining- tlie number of boys available, drawing up rules, etc., a report: to be submitted to a future meeting.

The programme to be provided at the Foresters' Hall this evening consists of vocal solos, duets, quartettes, sight quartette singing, debates, and impromptu speeches and essays. The essays are to be written in the hall during the progress of other items of competition.

The Pansy Quadrille Assembly, which has held fortnightly socials in ihe Oddfellows' Hall, Parnell, during the winter months, brought a successful season to a close last evening with a plain and fancy-dress ball. About SO couples were present. The hall was gaily decorated for the occasion with bunting and evergreens, while the floor was in capital order for dancing. The majority present were attired in striking fancy costumes. Capital dance music was supplied by Cremer's string band. Mr Barber catered in his best style. Messrs 11. Carson and F. Appleby officiated nas M.C.'s. .Mr Henry Wade, hon. see., and committee are to be congratulated on the complete arrangements made, v

Mr J. Regan has convened a meeting of carters for Tuesday next at the Tailoresess' Hall, Cook-street.

Mr Thornea will sell by auction tomorrow at noon a family residence in Park Avenue, a block of land in Heme Bay Road, by order of the trustees in Rawling's estate, the 9-roomed house, with 103 feet frontage to Searboro' Terrace, Parnell. The terms for these properties are exceptionally easy, as will be seen on reference to our advertising columns.

Messrs Samuel Vaile and Sons hold an auction sale of freehold properties to-morrow at 2 p.m. Properties will be offered: Valley Road, house with one acre: Parnell, house with £ acre, fronting Hobson Bay; Gler.more, Cottage, with allotment SO x 100. Glenmore, 12 allotments; Waitakerei, 142$ acres kauri bush land; Otahuhu. G\ acres; Birkenhead district, fruit farm of 10 acres without reserve.

A concert in aid of the funds to provide a. cot for the Children's Hospital took place in the Onehunga Public Hall last evening. Considering the excellence of the. programme provided by Messrs Gatland, Prime and the worthiness of the object the attendance was very meagre. The four quartettes by the Waiata Glee Club (all encored), coupled with the local hits composed b3r Mr Tilson Smith, were undoubtedly the g-ems of the evening. Two whistling solos by Mr T. Fordyee (encored) were greatly appreciated, his imitation of a bird warbling being realistic. Miss Layer was heard to advantage in her two solos, 'Star of Bethlehem' and 'The Crystal Sea? and Miss M. Taylor was eminently suited in her song 'May Morning? Mr Leo. Hoyes rendered 'Queen of the Earth' in a pleasing manner. Mr W. Skerrett was recalled for his comic songs. The selections by the orchestra, were not up to their usual standard of excellence. Two humorous items by Mr H. Harrison and a. song by Mr E. Higgins completed an' enjoyable pro-

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A good programme has been arranged for the entertainment to be held in St. Benedict's Hall on Monday next. The second part of the programme will be given by St. Bene_._ct's Amateur Dramatic Club, when they will stage the highly amusing farcical comedy, 'Slasher and Crasher? Particulars ax*e advertised.

XV. Blyth and Co. will sell by auction to-morrow afternoon, at- 2.30, a rare and valuable collection of oil and water-colour paintings, artists' proofs, photogravures, engravings, etc. Over 200 arc to be sold, aud the sale is attracting great attention. The pictures are now on view at the auctioneer's rooms, Queen-street.

The annual general meeting of the National Fire and Marine Insurance Company' will be held at the company's office, Eattray-street, Dunedin, on Thursday, 17th November.

The Drury Band of Hope held their monthly entertainment on Wednesday. The Rev. T. Norrie prr-sided, and gave an address and a reading. An excellent programme was well rendered, and redteived, being contributed by the following Jaaics and gentlemen: —Mesdames Ilocken and Hessel. and Misses Sarah Jane, Carrie, and Louisa Cossey, and Messrs Rosser, Mcßurney, Galloway. Dixon, Fielding, and Master Tcdd Fielding-.

At the Agricultural Hall last night Mr John Fuller repeated his entertainment entitled 'Marvellous Melbourne' before another large and appreciative audience. Mr Will Watkins fully maintained his Monday's reputation, and again sang no less tha-. six songs, all the other members of the company coining in for their fair share of applause. The performance was considerably enlivened by the presence, of the members of tbe various bicycle clubs who ai*e visiting Auckland to take part in the sports on Saturday During the evening -Mr Fuller announced that he would give another performance next Monday with an entire change of programme, entitled 'The Land of the Mikado, or a tour through Japan.

The very successful and enjoyable season of "fortnightly socials in connection with St. Benedict's new school and hall fund was brought to a close last evening, when over one hundred couples assembled. The catering was in the lianas of the ladies' committee, who provided a sumptuous repast. During the evening the Secretary, on behalf of the Yer\?Rev. Dr. Egan and the committee of ladies and gentlemen, thanked those wno attended the socials throughout the season for the manner in which they had contributed to make the ga.-ierings so successful. The masters of ceremonies, Messrs J. Smith. -J- Stead, and P. Drum, were indefatigable in their efforts to please. Messrs Trussel, Reid, and Hannken's string band provided first-class music.

Yesterday ;.-ternoon, in the Central Mission Hall, at the W.C.T. Union meeting. Miss Powell gave a very instructive address on -Alcohol as a Medicine? quoting statements from eminent medical men. army officers,

Arctic explorers, and leading athletes on the injurious effects of alcohol, in sickness n- _ in health. Attention was also drawn :c the large percentage of alcohol contained in certain patent medicines. The President announced that important business h, connection with the United Temperance Kiosk at the forthcoming Exhibition would occupy tne next meeting.

Indiscretion in eating causes had breath and disordered stomach. Nurse Woodward's Health Syrup will correct all this.—(Advt.)

Smith and Caughey have just received a largo shipment of choice Christmas cards and calendars, which are now ready for sale at their wellknown prices.—(Advt.)

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