NEWS OF THE DAY.

Press, Volume XLI, Issue 6027, 9 January 1885, Page 2

NEWS OF THE DAY.

Sdpbkhh Coubt. —His Honor Mr Juetice Johnston will sit in Chambers at 11 a.m. to-day. The Civil Sittings commence on Monday next. Concert.—Madame Summerhayes, who comes with a high home reputation as a pianiste and musician of very rare accomplishments, will give a concert on Monday next at the Oddfellows' Hall. It was intended that the concert should be given to-night, but a postponement has been decided upon until Monday, as stated.

St. Aibans CouKciL.—The election to fill the vacancy in the St. Aibans Borough Council caused by the election of Cr. Bull, to the office of Mayor, took place yesterday, and created a deal of interest among the 254 burgesses who recorded their votes. The candidates for the office were Messrs J. Penteney and F. A. Bromley. The hitter secured 126 votes and waa returned, and the former 125 votes. There were three informal papers. Inquest.—An inquest was held yesterday afternoon by Dr. Coward, at the Sunnyside Asylum, on view of the body of a patient named Sarah. Anne Abbot, who died there on Wednesday. The evidence went to show that deceased had been ill since July 6th, and Dr. Hacon stated that death was caused by bronchitis complicated with other complaints. A verdict of " Death from natural caueea" was returned.

Theatbe Eotai..—"The Little Duke" was repeated last night at the Tneatre Royal, and went excellently throughout. Miss Norman's impereonafron (of the Little Duke being a very clever performance. Miss De Lorme received an encore for her song in the third a'.-t, and the military drill of the young ladies also received the some compliment. To-night " The Little Duke " will be played for the last time, and on Saturday " Fatinitz*" will be produced. Kakgioba. Fibb Beigadh.—An entertainment in aid of the funds of the brigade was held ia the L terary Institute on Wednesday evening last, and passed off very successfully. The first part consisted of songs by the members cf the brigade in nigger costume, interspersed with eelectioce by the Bangiora Brass Band, which seemed to suit the taste of people, judging by the number of encores given. A farce, entitled "The Darkey Firemen,"created roars of laughter, and brought the entertainment to a close. A ball wound up the evening's amusement, and was well patronised. There was a good attendance, and about £17 was taken at the doors.

Musical—Lovera of high claea music may expect a great treat early in next week, when Herren Scherek and Schmellitecheck, assisted by several ladies and gentlemen, will give a short series of concerts. Herr Scherek ie -well known here as a pianist of high talent, and daring tbe Camillo Urao concerts gave us a taete of his quality. Tne other gentleman is a violinist, who comes to us with high testimonials as an artist. His studies have been prO3ecnted at the Stuttgardt Conservatoire, and finally under Herr Wilheling, who presented him with one of his own violins on his coming to the colonies. Miss Ljly Mason, who is well and favorably known here as a vocalist, and Mr A. 3. C. Baber, who has also achieved each success, will supply the vocal part of the programme. Kaiapoi Boeouqh Council.—A. special meeting wbb held on Thursday afternoon (present—The Mayor (Mr Moore), Crs. Oram, Woodford, and Wilson) to accept the powers delegated to the Corporation under the Pnblic Domains Act, 1881, in respect of Beserve No. 120 of fifty a-res on the North read. It was ordered that the receipt of the official announcement be made. The Mayor was appointed Chairman. It was decided that the meetings to consider the question of dealing with the reserve be held at the usual meetings of the Council. It was intimated that at next meeting the question of letting the pasturage of the reserve would be considered. The Council then adjourned.

Lyttelton Tbadesmbn's Picnic. — A meeting of the Committee appointed to arrange for the holding of the annual picnic of the Ly ttelton tradesmen was held in the Colonists* Hall on Tuesday night. It was a thoroughly representative meeting of the business people of Port, Mr J. B. Milsom, President, in the chair. The Hon. Secretary, Mr J. T. Brice, btated that Mr Goldatone had presented a very handaome silver claret jug, and this would be competed for as a prize in a committee race. Special prizes were also offered by Mr Gilmore, Mr S. E. Webb, and Mr J. Garhind. It was mentioned that the annmal holiday of the employes of tho Lyttelton Harbor Board might take place simultaneously with the picnic, as last year, and it was zesolved to communicate with the Board by deputation. The picnic this year is to be held at Seutlibrook, and a number of the employes had seen several of the Committee, and expressed a wish to join the picnic. The Hon. See. was asked to write to His Worship the Mayor, Mr Adam Chalmers, asking him to declare the 12th February a public holiday in port. The tender of the Lyttelton brass band waa accepted. A sub-Committee—Messrs Ayers. Pierce, Turner, Hatherby, and the Hon. Sec—was appointed to draw up the programme. The meeting adjourned to the 16th inst

Eanoioba Hian Scnoor,.—Tt must begratifying to the promoters of this Echool and parents of pupils attending it, to sco by the" Gazette" just published that in. the Civil Service examination oi 109 can. didates examined, fifty-six passed, and in the order of merit Arthur Norton stood number 2-1, and Henry James Bowse number 31—both boys from this High Sohool. Licensing Committee—The adjourned meeting of the Licensing Committee for the South-east district of Christohurch. took place at noon at the City Council Chambers yesterday. There were were present — Messrs J. Anderson (Chairman), H. Struthers, J. D. Macpherson. On the application of Mr Austin, the temporary license of the Terminus Hotel wsu made a permanent one to D. Marshall, on the understanding that he should transfer to W. Burnip within the earliest possible time. Mr Kippenberger, who appeared for Mr Burnip, stated that hia client was properly furnishing the house and Sergeant Morice confirmed the stated ment. This being all the business the Committee adjourned. Loburn" Presbyterian Chttech. The-' New Year service in connection with this body was celebrated on Sunday evening. There *vas a crowded congregation, and the Bey. E. Tout, pastor of the district, gave a. very interesting and impressive eermon. The choir, under the direction of Mii» Carmichael, who presided at the harmonium, rendered several appropriate- > hymns in a most creditable planner. TJiecollection at the close of the service amounted to JES, which will be presented to the pastor as a New Yeai-'e p-esent, ia ,, recognition of his zeal and as a alight token of esteem. Moa Creek Gold Mining and Qitaruj, Crushing Compant.—A meeting ol shareholders was held at the office, Rangiora, on Thursday afternoon. Mr W. C.Nioholl*, Managing Director, made a report oE hia visit to the reef in company with Mr A. D., Austin, Government Engineer, who went up to report on the roads. The Chairman stated the tunnel was in 40ft., through slate and quartz, which showed favoraW* indications of gold. The men had sunk the winze to a depth of 20ft. The reef, he announced, was widening out and showing gold. After a conversation upon the favorable nature of the statement made, it was resolved that the Chairman obtain, particulars and prices of machinery «• quired. The meeting then adjourned. • Chkhtset Saleyabdb.—At a meeting of the promoters of the Chertsey Sakyufo Company held this week a communicatioa was received from the Minister of Lands. It was decided to inform the Minister cf Lands that there was no suitable body io> Chertsey to take over tho land ondovment* and stats that the promoters ot the Saleyards Company would prefer tho had to be vested in the following trustees:— Messrs Copeland, Mangham, McDonald, Patterson, and Strachan. Mr Manghasj was requested to canvass the district for signatures of intending shareholders. Banohoka Sports.—-The following event*, were not got off until after our reporter. had left the grounds on Wednesday even- . ing:—Single women's race, Emma Bailey 1, Maggie Banks 2; running high jump, J, Aehworth 1, G. Ashworth 2; tug-of-war, -

married v single, won easily by the single* m men; 440 yards handicap flat'.rece, W» §1 Henry 1 (30yds), McGifford 2 (ecratoh). W Thia was a closely contested race, the f§ scratch man caught up to the leader after m about two-thirds of the distance had beeft m run, but he was beaten atj tho finish by m Henry. Wrestling match, Cumberland m style, C. D'Auvergne 1, E. D'AuvergneSr. §§ ditto for youths, B. Petrie 1, W. Karetai 2, M J. Homer 3. This proved the most iute~ m resting event of the day. The sack and j|| bicycle races did not come off. || Mkthven.—The ceremony of the i natal- 11 lation of officers of the Methven Lodge, • m S.C., took place on Tuesday evening in >||| the schoolroom, Methven, where there mc wR a large attendance of brethren. D.GJtf, |1| Bro. Hill acted asinßtallingofficer,assisted.' §£ by Bro. Henry Zander, WM. Somerset ff§ Lodge, and Bro. Jaa. Tait, W.M. Thistle- M Lodge, and the ceremony was conducted §1 in the moet imposing manner. Thofol- m lowing were the officers installed for the M ensuing year -.—K.W.M., Bro. E. Fatten', S (re-elected) 5 S.M., Bro. W. Bowse 5 D.HL,.' W Bro. D. Cameron; 8.W., Bro.McWilliamß> " W J.W., Bro. Morgan; Treaeurer. Bro. Mar- §1 doch; Secretary, Bro. Black; 8.D., Bro. ffl Nutall; J.D., Bro. Oilchrist; 1.G., Bro. ffl Boag. At the conclusion of the Jm the orethren, at the invitation of E.W.M*- §g Bro. E Patton, adjourned to the Meiltvefl r Hotel and partook of a aumpttune'fjra banquet. $m LiTTLB Eivbe.—A very enjoyable ea- Wm tertainment waa given on Thursday kst, ||| the let instant, in the district schoolrooni, j|f Little Eiver, in aid of the funds of the ra§ annual treat to the children attending the » St. Andrew's Church Sunday School. Tb6< S attendance was good. The Chairman (A, M D. Allan, Esq.) briefly stated the object- m for which the entertainment was gins. X A well-selected and varied programme «*• m then gone through, consisting of selection*" M for the piano, singing, and reading, MwL X judging by the demand for encores ud.' m the frequent applause, were fully ap-; ffi predated. Many thanks are due to tho* - ||| ladies and gentlemen who so kindly gart M their assistance, the more so as many <ft ■■? them came from a distance. Aft<" t*j--x§ entertainment, the room wae cleared aaa. Sβ dancing oommenced, whioh was kept np H& with great spiiit untU daylight in Wβ X morning. , M ASHBUBTOH PIBH BbIGADB.—At Wβ' §§§ monthly meeting of the Ashburtoa lat g| Brigade held at Quill's Hotel on Tueedsj ||| evening, correspondence was read from to*> jam Borough Council requesting the tr&W- X mission of the Bum of £40 recently «*"' Sff warded to the Brigade by the Canterbwjr • Ml, Fire Insurance Association. Tho Chatt" ||| man (Captain Dolman) explained thattw- X amount had been ori a inally haad».v|i| over to the Council as a matter of I|| form, and afterwards refunded' to vif JM Brigade. Last year they had only receive* ml £25 in repayment of the amount, and the* am was consequently still £15 owing, ww» HI the Council had promised to pay in B£" g| vember last. A resolution was , 9 the effect that the money be not hanwe a over to the Council, and that jg be made for the amount still due. XW m balance at the Bank to the credit of tM' B Brigade was stated by the Treasurer to J* i £51 7e 3d. A proposal to grant £13 towal* W the expenses of a team to compete**; m the Fire Brigade demonstration in »«► m edin was negatived, and the idea of Aβ*. W burton being represented at the dao* , " m stration had to be abandoned. M also agreed not to send a delegate »t»* g Brigade Conference to be held in xflMMg*" §| thia month. The anniversary of w ; g Brigade will be celebrated by a bana«» g ear& in the month of February. W& Mvbdxr FBOM Jhaiousy. -A Ead o*£J2 ,ffi this nature Iβ reported as having e 0 in Tangier Island, AcomacCo., V*. *"|- m Walter; who had taken out one WW; -m lectures, set np in practice in W. W Island, and becoming popular, w*'T£ : m large clientele. After a time he left tOWJ •«| out his second course of lectnreß -* B h| degree. During bis absence a D** JM started practioe in the same place. *» W Walter, upon receiving his degrse, rag turned, and wae Bought for by |S| patients. Profeeeional jealousy waa««2; M awakened. Bad words, Ac., were »*»«r Sf in. One day Dr. Pitts invited Dr. «aHW into his surgery and locked Ao « quarrel took place, in which r *'•£? v«| was killed. Dr. Pitta wae tried to,**rf M dietrict, and found guilty of m« d «s If second degree; he waa senteaoea '.-m eighteen years in the penitentiary. Tma Bum Eadiaphonb. Amongeswr » BeU telephone exhibits at the t If Electrical Exhibition ie a moet M' apparatus, Professor Bell's W Its function is to transmit speech S of a ray of light, and with&ot. wire. » » consists of a fiat mirror, PWP , "* JjS H pended,by means of whicha»y.« fSirS| ie reflected through a cell <wtonWj?% ffl water, which absorbs the heat a vibrating diafkragm abouti4ft The diaphragm is itself a fleets the ray back through a to a parabolic reflector, in t=6 which ie a eeleninmcell, to of which are connected • ceiver. Now, connected with the. MC sas&Sfc"«| mirror diaphragm referred to ie e °SvS , .S tube fitted with a mouthpiece. On JrS£ffl| intothistute the rays which it wflesta through t»

s»i* the parabolic reflector are thereby Stareed/and undergo modificationsof £&» J these rays are forced upon the flwumcell and their changes affect the ZZenty f<* cell in the same way that a - fSi& tmatote affecte the induced around the poles of a permanent «»«iet. This current from the selenium Si ie carried through the back of the rejector to a hand receiver, and, holding to the ear, the speech, is heard. It is 2a that Professor Bell has conveyed Seech 500 ft in this way by means of a •bang ray of light. jtjossu. and the Bobphoeus.—The Con--j-atanople correspondent of the "Tim:B" "The attention of the Turkish Quti'iTimmt is being drawn, and not at all too soon, to the pretensions of Russia to use jie Straits of the Bosphorus and the Dardanelles as military high roads for the dsp&tch of Bossian troops to Eastern Asia. Thu practice is a clear breach of the tre&y, by which the straits are closed for tfl military purposes. Under cover of the merchant nag, large ships, which are Dcactzcally war transports, have been down the Bosphorus from time |p trr"A during the last two years, nominally with Nihilists and other convicts guarded by soldiers — the aftbWora being described as recruits sent to £11 gaps in the garrisons on the Siberian coMts caused b> sickness and death. The Porte at the beginning questioned the right of these vessels to pass, but on receiving explanations allowed them to proceed. Now the Russian Government, with the evident view of increasing its naval and military forces in the East, has intimated to the Porte its intention of despatching some of these large transports periodically to the same destination. The matter would seem to be important to British interests in the East bine 3 , the Suez Canal being as much open to Sussian ships as to those under our own flag, if the practice alluded to be allowed to become aa established principle we shall have to consider Bussia as possessing % far shorter sea route to India than ourselves. Her Majesty's Government have, I understand, pointed out to the Porte the possible breach of neutrality thus contemplated. The Porte has propoied to the Sussian authorities an arrangement by which the number of these so-called convicts and recruits passing through the straits shall not exceed 1500 per annum, and previous notice of the intended passage shall be given. But this limitation of tbe privilege has not as yet received the sanction of the Palace, where Bosaian proclivities tor the moment prevail." C.R.C.—A general meeting of the mem* tea of the above will be held at Warner's Hotel this evening, to consider the alteration of one of the rules. Last BiAxrnrutßS.—Ladies, you cannot make fair skin, rosy cheeks, and spaikling «yee with all the cosmetics of France, or beaotifiers of the world, while in poor iio«]t>j and nothing will give you such. ncn. Wood, good health, strength, and beauty as Hop Bitten. A trial ie certain proof. See. —lAdvt.J a Scolding Woman —The barbarities of the ducking-stool for the cure of scolding -women, though abolished by law, are now often times practised by a kind of social barbarity none the less reprehensible. Women scold only when they are ill. Instead of blaming them we should prescribe Hop Bitters. The entire system will undergo a genial, pleasant change. The nerves will be quieted and acerbity of word and thought will give place to amiability and affection. Healthy women do not ■cold or fret. Bead.—[AdttJ . ■ Her Majesty's Penal Settlement, British Goiana, June 25th, 1881.—"Gentlemen,—I 1 ffiiiiir it only a duty to let you know that your 'Terebene Soap' is the only substance of any kind I have ever met with to- '■ Hay the intense irritation caused by the bites and stings of mosquitos, sand-flies, betee rouges, and other tropical insects. I speik with some authority, as I have resided several years in the tropics, and have faded all torts of powders, lotions, and soaps, until I had begun to despair of all specifics. Now that I have found one in your Terebene Soap, I think it only appro* niste to let you know the fact.—lours truly, Ch. B.Seftzbth (Chaplain). Messrs Cleaver and Co." The above speaks for *ace»» 3?-S. Cleaver's Patent TJerebene IJoajinr' '"•mailed for preventing and nffitii 11 and irritation, ana produan {--«2330 th skin and clear brilliant ' eompfexion. Manufactory, 32, 83 and 34, Bed Lion street, Holborn, London.— Coughs, Colds, Bronchitis, Ac., ere cnnckly cured by Baxter's " Lung Preserver." This old-established medicine isjpteasant to the palate, and highly extolled by members of the medical and clerical prcfeasußS. Can be recommended. For trrtirmrinlir see fourth page.—[Advt.J