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Auckland Star, Volume XXXII, Issue 126, 29 May 1901, Page 4

The Royal Commission on the coloniul scale of teachers' salaries will open its Auckland sitting on .June Ist at 10 o'clock, in the office of the Education Hoard. The Commission will sit for three cm.vs. All persons desiring- to give evidence are invited to attend. An inquest was held at Katikati, Bay of Plenty, on Friday last iuto the death of Mrs M. A. Barraelough^who died the previous clay during1 her connnemeut—her 17th cl\ild. The jury gave a verdict in accordance ith the medical evidence, and added the following rider:—'"Thejury arc of opinion that, had the services of a medical man been available, the death nyght have been prevented; and that many deaths which might be prevented are owing to the absence of any resident medical man in the district, and that the Government should be asked to give, the requisite assistance to that end." Dr. Porter, in his evidence, stated that had medical assistance been available for the first two days of Mrs Barraelonifh's illness, her life and that of the child would have been .saved. By the last 'Frisco mail information was received of the success of Mr John Watson, jim., eldest son of Mr John Watson, of Messrs Price> Bros., engineers, Thames. Three years ago Mr Watson wont to Glasgow to complete his engineering education at the Glasgow and West of Scotland Technical College. As a result he has won the. Lord' Kelvin medal, which is awarded to the most successful student in the mechanical engineering laboratory during the past year. lie has further distinguished himself by having carried off the diploma of the college in the mechanical engineering section. Mr Watson is a considerable contributor to the Glasgow Exhibition, through the college. Mr Watson is a colonial, having been born at Grahamstown, Thames, where he was educated, and where he served his apprenticeship as a mechanical 'engineer with Messrs A. and G. Price. Ilis success reflects groal credit, not only on himself. , but on the firnv which trained him, as lie has headed the list among a large number of students from all parts of the world.

By the 'Frisco mail, Mrs J. Williams, of Devonport, received ' news of the untimely death of her fifth son. Albert H. Will fame, aged 19, who was washed overboard off Cape Horn on February 25 last, while engaged in his duties as a sailor on the American barque Star of the East (bound from New Zealand lo New York"), and drowned. One of .the deceased's sisters Viis drowned in the "wreck of the VVairurapa on the Great Barrier Island in 1894.

A curious point has cropped up in connection with the municipal elections in Napier. Amongst the successful candidates was Mr Edwards, manager of the local gasworks. The company which owns the gas works has i a contract to supply the Borough Council with gas, and it is eonteiuied that that fact disqualifies Air Edwards from taking a seat at the Council table. The question is likely to be i referred-to the Supreme Court for | settlement. The fortnightly meeting of the Athcnneinn Literary and Debating Society was held last evening. The chair was occupied by the president (Mr M. Aldis). The businesse of the evening was rending the journal by Mr K. Pheney, who contributed an ! editorial on "The Cultrvation of Literary Style." He cited many authors, and' gave quotations from Cobbett, Euskin and De Quincey. submitting specimens for members to exercise their privilege in debate. Other' contributions were, "A Political Skit in Verse," "Letter to the Editor on the Eoyal Visit," and a paper on "Art in Manchester." On Saturday morning last, about 2 o'clock, a two-roomed house at Waihou,- occupied by Mr E. Burke, junr., was burned to the ground. Mr Burke just managed to escape through the bedroom window. The origin of the fire is unknown. All the furniture was burnt.

Last night, at Filling's Hotel Waihi, ii meeting of delegates representing the Oddfellows, Foresters, Druids and Rechabitos whs held for the purpose of ar-i-nnging to procure flic services of a medical man. A. substantial amount was guaranteed, and the following resolutions were passed: "That this meeting of delegates representing all the Friendly Societies in Waihi emphatically protest against the erection of a cottage hospital in Waihi." "That this meeting do their utmost to support the erection of a county hospital in Waihi." '■That a public meeting be called for June 10 to discuss the hospital question." Yesterday afternoon, in spite of the unfavourable weather, there -was a good attendance of ladies at the Municipal Buildings, where Dr. Goldie gave the first lecture on "First Aid to the Injured" under the ans- ' pices of the St. John Ambulance Association. Those ladies who attended were well rewarded by the clear explanation of the subject given by the lecturer. This evening Dr. A. Challinor Purchas will give the first lecture to ladies ai the office of the Centre, "Mercantile Chambers. An excellent number of the "Graphic" is published this week. It contains among its pictorial attractions more pictures of the Koyal progress, and of the preparations now being made in the colony to welcome the Duke. The humours of the occasion—and it certainly is not devoid of humour—are treated bjr the cartoonist. A beautifully clear full-page engraving of the Public School Cadet Corps drilling in the Domain on Victoria Day. with other pictures of the same gathering, will be of interest to both children and parents. The new Maori house at Porirua gives matter for a page of engravings, and among I lie scenic views are fine pictorial descriptions of Coromandel mid Cabbage liay. The literary contents of The number include serials by Anthony Hope and David Christie Murray, short stories by Frank Aubrey ami others, and all the latest social news of the colony. 13very department of the journal teems with interesting matter. The ladies' and children's pages, the racing and sports columns will be found to be of the best.

A 1 a meeting of the Council of the Auckland Cycle Roads' League on Monday evening a letter was received from the honorary, secretary, Mr A. A. Davies,. tendering his resignation of the position ;is secretary, as on account of the large increase in the League's operations he was unable to devote sufficient time to the duties. Mr Davies assured the Council of his continuing' interest in the League's work, and said he would be pleased to accept a position on the Council if such was the League's wish. Mr Davies' resignation was received with sincere regret. He was unanimously elected a member of the Council, and Mr Em. Bockaert elected as secretary in his place.

A strongly-worded letter has been sent by the secretary of the Auckland Cycle Roads' League to the Ciy Council, in which the League specifically states its complaints. The letter draws attention to the faulty way in which metal is laid down in Queen-street, to tin; way in which the tram roils and wooden blocks alongside them are protruding above the street level, and to the condition of the crossings. The League point out that a great deal of the metal put down in Queen-street will not pass the 2-J-ineh ring. The letter concludes as follows: —"I have again to express the regret of my Council that your Council was not pleased with the League's letters. It is hardly necessary to say that it was not anticipated that they would be acceptable to your Council, hut the I.eairup considers ii had a duty to perform to cyclists and the citizens generally, and so long as its statements are, as in this case, true and free from disrespect, it will maintain its right to address you in its own way, and 1 am instructed to emphasis;; the fact that the League makes no assert ions; it is not prepared In fully prove. My Council will attend the next meeting of your Council, and should your Council desire any further in formation on any of the points referred to Mr P. A. Vaile, on behalf of the Council of the Auckland Cycle Roads' League, will be pleased to furnish you with it."

The attention of all persons wishing to attend lectures at the Auckland University College is directed to a notice in our advertising columns giving1 the time-table for the second term of the present session, which commences on Monday next. All persons, whether matriculated or not, may attend lectures at the college, and the syllabus is well worthy of study by all those who desire to improve their education.

v The Ponsonby Baptist Young Men's Mutual Improvement Society on Tuesday evening held a mock Parliament, the respective towns being duly represented, .a Bill was' introduced providing "Thai agricultural products be carried free of freight on all Xcw Zealand railways." a Deceased Wife's Sister Bill was brought forward for the first time by the Opposition party. For the second time. th<» House in power brought forward a Bill concerning, the erection of a Maori Girls' School as a memorial of our late Queen. The discussion on this Bill was eventually adjourned. Mr A. E. Syfces, the proprietor of Sykes 5 "Cura Cough,'" is now in Auckland busy pushing the sales of hi* cough mixture. Judging by the number of local testimonials we have seen it has already met with much favour for the cure of coughs and colds. Messrs P. Hayman and Co. are the distributing agents. Final arrangements are now being made for the social -'which is to take place in St. Benedict's Hall on Friday, 31st inst:, in a;d of alterations to St. Joseph's Convent School. To-morrow night the third "PleasantThursday Evening" will be held in the Beresford-street Congregational Church. Lecture Postponement.—Mrs Ainsworth's lecture Nto ladles in V.M.C.A. Hall, billed for Friday. May 31st, will be postponed until Monday, June Ist. as bo postponed until Monday. June 3rd. at 2.30 p.m. Lecture on .June 7th as . per invitation.—Ad.

Just received a special job line of Charley's Aunt shirts, new patterns, at 4/9.—Smith and Caughey, Limited.—Ad.

Job line of bedsteads now selling at n» discount equal to 4/ in the pound. Only a few left. Tonson Garlick Company.—(Ad.)

Brace up, sir! 30 dozen of sample braces now offering at 1/ at Geo. Fpwlds'. 'The' best value ever offered. Endless variety in ties at cheapest prices for cash.—Ad.

Royal Visit.—Gents' evening dress j .suits and frock suits to measure are a J specialty with Smith and Caughey, j merchant tailors.-~(Acl.) <

Special line of boys' knickers at 1/11, worth double: D.B. reefers from 4/6; Norfolk suits from 7/11; great variety in boys' mackintoshes from 18/6, at Geo. Fdwlds'.—Ad.

Rush for accommodation: Tonson Rarlick Company can supply a good shakedown stretcher, good thick mattress and kapok pillow, for IG/, spot cash.—(Ad.)

Football. Football. Jerseys jn endless variety at Geo. Fowlds'. Men's striped, 4/11: navy, 4/6; boys' striped, 3/t>: navy blue, from 1/11 j sweaters in great assortment, from 1/11. —Ad.

Extra chairs required: Tonson Garlick Company are selling- a line of Austrian bentwood chairs at 4/9 spot gash. Wonderful value.—(Ad.)

Be Wet repulsed every time when you wear mackintoshes from 21/. or special line at 39/ti; oilskins, English, American and colonial, from 9/0; covert coat 3 25/, bought at Geo. Fowlds'. —Ad.

Smith and Caughey are showing a splendid selection of gents' suitings and trouserings, and invite inspection. (Ad.)

If you think of travelling be sure to get trunks, portmaneaux, Gladstone bags, brief bags, hold-alls and all requfsi'tes at Geo. Fowlds'. —Ad.

Just opened up for inspection: Splendid cheap line of coal vases, only 6/6; cheap line, of fenders, only 3/9. Inspection invited. Tonson Garlick Company.—(Ad.)

Now's the time to order your winter suit. First-class workmanship and fit at Geo. Fowlds'. Lovely materials to select from. —Ad.