NEWS OF THE DAY.

Press, Volume LIII, Issue 9584, 26 November 1896, Page 5

NEWS OF THE DAY.

Mao..sti..vtk's Court, Rakgtoua.—-On Wednesday David Brown, -jested on a charge of stealing four sheep .kins, was wrought before Mr ... R, Good, J.P., aud temantled till Tuesday. • Levki.. Cor.vrv CoirNcn,. — Mr C. N. ■Orbell was yesterday re-elected Chairman of the Levels County Council. J»ickvk.—Tho best bruin and nerve tonic Jet discovered ia Compound Syrup of '■nypophosphUe*. Barnctt aud Co., Victoria •treet. 3693 Savb Youn Babies. — Use Townend s iwteless Toothing Powder-.. These powders --cannot be excelled in allaying irritation in tithing. All storekeepers. W. P. Town*M, 183 Colombo street. 1988 Goods at WHorje.-. Ats Paicm. — S_e WanloU Bros-. new list. 521

annSL^ *-- The nesr 3_T2£_ f $* d anticipated in Uus issue, which contains forty-eilent por--I™L F o ?* ?. t * te ' Corw «> and thtre is •L-ft_.„ cL nteres _ ,n « Pictures from MetroSS_S? S -.° W &%&*?**** taken on'the peoples day. The fiterary matter is S l y ,--? rO^ ido<1 ' -"nong the writers being CutoUtfe Hvne, Lo__i, We, an d C. Wer Bel In the racing pages appears «w nteresting review of tha ratmSSTat v» dhngton, together with a great budget of interesting matter. Some very interesting comment*• on trotting, and ths full proposal* of a match between the Australian and American champions, Frit/, and Robert J., are given. Tiie athletic budget is a very heavy one, and deals with, amongst other subjects, the C.A.A.C.'s meeting l.Ut week. Piioiratmos.-—The Rev. Leonard M. Isitt will, m the Temple of Truth on Monday evening, reply to Mr W. W. Coilins's recent attacks on prohibition. Open air meetings will be held this evening opposite the Metliodist Church, Richmond, and tomorrow evening at Walfchai. . Libkrty Lkaui-k.—The social gathering in connection with the Liberty League will be held to-night in tho Opera House, Tuam street.

Concert.—A concert and dram .tic entertainment will be given to-night at the Theatre Royal, in aid of the funds of the Midland Cricket Club. A very at tractive programme has been prepared, and, no doubt, there will be a large attend nnce. Struct Cl-aning. —The work done by the boys in cleaning up the streete has made a marked improvement in the town. The Council now advertise they are willing to sell the manure. It'is free from straw and. should meet with a ready sale forT-ttk-hiug.' Cmr.DRKN'.- Dkmoxstratio.-.—A children's monster " _v.) License demonstration will be hold in Cathedral squnr. next Sunday afternoon. It will be preceded by a procession of Sunday school and Band of Hope children, aud short add losses -will be given by Revs. L..M. Isitt, J. Dawson aud MrT. E. Taylor. Prohibition Mbbtino.—A prohibition open air meeting was held at Colombo road, Sydenham, last evening. The attendance was large and addresses were given by Mrs Squires, Roys. J. Dellow, J. Dawson, and Mr 0. Palk. A few eggs were thrown, but the offenders were arrested by the police. Ga-KNOALK.—The anniversary ...mon. in connection with the Primitive Methodist Sunday School were preached last Sunday in the Orange Hall by the Rev. Murray. On Monday the usual tea and public meet ing took place. After the tea tho Rev. Murray delivered his lucture entitled "Mind Your i J 's and Q's."

School Committer.—The monthly meeting of the Southbrook Committee was held on November 24th. Present—Messrs Seed (Chairman pro tern.), Withers, Pic-kard and Blake. The Master's report showed roll number 157, average 137. The Inspector's report was considered highly satisfactory, and it waß decided to send a letter of thanks to the teachers Several small accounts were passed.

BuKNirAM Garden Party.—The Burnham garden party will he held on the 10th December. The alteration has been made by the advice of the Department, in consequence of the elections taking place on the 4th December. The authorities are desirous that the Christchurch public may avail themselves of this opportunity to fully inspect the institution. The railway fares are exceptionally low. Mr James Freeman is caterer for the refreshments.

Katafoi Girls' Shakespkart: C_.ub.—On Tuesday ovening the members of the Girls' Shakespearian Club gave a social entertainment to their _rienc_3 in the W.T.C.U. rooms. Mrs Armitage, as President, delivered an address. Musical selection!* were given by Misses Baker, Johnson, Blackwell, Greener, Ma* hews, Gilmour ; essays were contributed by Misse3 Fairclough, Gilmour, Veysey, Lyhßkey, Menzies, Leithead and Blackwell; recitations were delivered by Miss Blackwell and Miss Menzies. Refreshments wero handed round. Mr W. H. Herbert, M.A., proposed a complimentary vote of thanks and Mr R. J. Alexander gave a short address. The proceedings throughout were most interesting. Invitation Conckut.—Mrs E.T. Robinson's pupils gave a very successful concert in the Chancery lane Mall-last evening, the building, which is unsuitable for such a purpose, being filled to tho door with parents and friends. The pupils acquitted themselves very well indeed, showing evidence of careful tuition, and among them were several promising voices. The various items were well received, and several encores wero given. Solos wero sung by Misses Wills, Ferguson, Osborne, May Tombs, Dunbar,, Beloher, Labatt, and Messrs McClymont, and L. M. Brice, and piano solos by Missec Labatt and Alice Robinson. Mr** Robinson, sang with great sticcea. Ai-dili's valse brillante " L'estasi," and '*'•• My Dearest Heart," and in response to the encore she gave TosLi's " Good-Bye." Miss Alice Robinson played tha accompaniments with much skill.

GKn.v_-»rxE Count. Coi_itcit_ —The annual meeting of the Geraldine County Council was held yesterday at noon. Present-— Messrs J. Talbot (Chairman), Mackay, Richardson, Kelman, Deunistoun, Sbiers. Mr J. Talbot was re-elected Chairman, Major Moore and Mr J. Talbot were reappointed representatives on the Hospital and Charitable Aid Boards, and Mr J. Talbot was appointed representative on the Timaru High School Board. The Chairman made a statement showing that the Council had a credit balance of £533 8s 9d.

.Comi-mmkntatiy CoNCKjp*. —The various musical association, of the city have determined to join the Motett Society in giving a complimentary concert to Mr H. Wells previous to his visit to Englnud. As the ( time is short it has been decided to give' "The Messiah," already in i-chearsal under his direction, but changing the building from the Temple of Truth, to the Opera House, the staging of the former not being large enough for the increased body of voices and the addition to the orchpstra, .with the assistance of Mr F. M. Wallace as leader, that gentleman having oftm-ed his help. Tho concert has been fixed for December 9th. Mr R. Trist Searell was prompt in his offer of assistance, and will undertake the duties of organist, and the list of soloists is now being arranged from amongst the-tuiany otters received.

Diocksa-.* Chokat, Pk.tiv.at,.—The twelfth annual festival under tho auspices of the Diocesan Choral Association will take place nt th- Cathedral to-day. The" "hours" of service arc—Holy Communion (plain) 0 a.m., and Choral Evensong at 3 p.m. anc}, again at 7 p.m., when ihe Lord Bishop bf Christchurch will preach. The public will be admitted by the west door, and members of unsurplicod choirs by the north and south doors only, .and they are requested to be in their seats by 2.45 and 6.45 p.m., as no seats will be reserved after those hours. ,_ku-plieed choirs will assemble in Hohhs's buildiugs at 2.30 and 6.39 p.m., where they will robe and. march in procession to meet the Cathedral choir and clergy. High tea will be provided by the ladies, in the Drill-shed, at 4.45 p.m., when the Bishop will preside. A final rehearsal was held in the Cathedral last ni«*-ht, and was very successful. As the principal source of revenue is through the offertory the Committee confidently ask for the liberal offerings of tho congregations. The Law's Dk_ay.—His Honour Mr Justice Denniston spoke very strongly yesterday in banco as to the practice which has grown up of counsel .arranging for adjournments of cases without in any "way Consulting the Court. His Honour pointed out that this was exceedingly discourteous to the Court. It was also unfair to the client when case, were set down on the day appointed that adjournments should bo made on account of business in another Court. The first dnty of counsel practising in that Court Wa_s to the Supreme Court, and though there might be cases in which from variouyfcauscs an adjournment was unavoidable, counsel should at least take the trouble to mention the matter to him (his Honour) beforehand. Unless some notice was taken of the protests which he had from time to time made with regard to this matter he should take steps to rtiark his disapproval more strongly and effectually. Lovkrs of choice rhododendrons are invited to visit my gardens at Woolston. Thov are just perfection. Come at once. W. Gimbiett, Nurseryman, See, Lichfield street. 292

Notick.—The public can now bay tea, sugar and all kinds of groceries in small or large quantities at Hubbard, Hall and Co. *_ wholesale warehouse, Manchester street, next Milner and Thomson's. 96

Businkss Notice.—W. Strange and Co. intimate that their busines-J p_eraises>will be open all day to-day (Thursday), and will be closed from twelve o'clock noon tomorrow (Friday), 327

A Nice Fish.—ln Mr W. J. Alpe'a shop ■window there was on view yesterday a fine trout weighing 71bs, which was caught by Mr Stapleton in Dudley creek. Acknovvj-BDOMBNT.—The Secretary of the Hospital begs to acknowledge the receipt of old linen from Mrs C. E. Cooper. Merivale ; periodicals, Mi.. Shaw and Mrs Tosswillj .lowers, North belt Christian Endeavour Union.

SKLW-a. County Co-NCit..—Mr P.. Westenra was yesterday elected Chairman of the Selwyn County Council, Mr 1). McMillan, who "has held the position for many years, having been defeated at the general election of members of the Council.

Sc _ ukm_ Court.—His Honour Mr Justice Denniston sat in banco yesterday. Two eases were adjourned until to-morrow after Chambers. In Geai.eh-iv.iski v Lange an adjournment was made for a fortnight, the work to be dove in the meanwhile. In Kingswell v Ziman, which was an application to remove the case for trial into the Supreme Court, after argument the case stood over for a week to enable counsel to communicate with their clients on various points raised. To-day the case of Patterson v Murray, which is an application for posses.: on and recovery of certain money, will be heard before his Honour.

A Want.—lt is much to be regretted that some steps are not taken to beautify the lawn in front of the Provincial Council Chamber. There is all the material for making a beautiful spot, and no doubt there are many of our nurserymen who would only bo too glad to give plants, Sec, for the purpose. A couple of men for a week would alter, the neglected and forlorn appearance altogether, and it would be a credit to the city instead of as is now the .ase b.wg, to some extent at least, an eyesore. It i_ to be hoped that whoever has charge of the matter will make au alteration in the present state of affairs. H6«tpiTAr. and Charitable Aid Board. — Tho City Council yesterday again returned Cr. Gray and Dr. Stewart for the Hospital Board, and Crs. Prudhoe and .J. T. Smith for the Charitable Aid Board. The election for the combined boroughs was conducted at the Provincial Council Chambers by Mr Holmes, the Clerk of the S.M. Court. The following were returned :—Hospital Board, Mr William Moor: Charitable Aid Board, Mr Adam Chalmers. The Combined Boroughs of Linwood, Woolston aad Stunner— Hospital Board, Dr. Hunt; Charitable Aid Board, MrF. J. Board.

YOUNG LADY MISSIONARIES,

Misses Moore, Fraser and Smith, three Dunedin young ladies, leave that city tc. morrow for the Central China Mission, under the charge of Mr Anderson, of Glasgow.