NEWS OF THE DAY.

Press, Volume LIII, Issue 9605, 21 December 1896, Page 5

NEWS OF THE DAY.

Acclimatisation Society.—lt is notified elsewhere that half-season fishing licenses can now be obtained from the Secretary of the Acclimatiprtion Society. Samck op Fat.—Owing to the holidays the eales of fat will be held on Wednesday, 23rd December, and 30th December at 11 ' a.m. The skin sales will be on Thursdays as usual. Dbainaow Boaju>.—-The nominations for members of the Christchurch District Drainage Board will close to-day. Wklmnoton Exhibition.—As' will be seen by a notification elsewhere the s.s. Anglian will run a Christmas excursion to the Wellington Exhibition, leaving Lyttelton on the 23rd-instant, at 4 p.m. Masonic.—An emergency meeting of the . St. Augustine Masonic LotTge will be held / to-night at seven o'clock. Bro. Dr. Zillman ? will givo a lecture at 8 p.m. on "Some aspects of American Freemasonry." Odt>kkm>onvs' Hatx.—Aβ will be seen by a notification elsewhere there will be a Christmas display at the Oddfellows' Hall on Huesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. No -ghttrge will bo made for admission. ■, k. New SoiMcrcoKit'-Qn "ijaturdfiy, on the ttjsifcalion of Mr J. B. Fisher, Mr J. J. .Jfcttgald, who has for some years past been '■'in the oflico of Messrs Garrick, Cowlishaw And Fisher, was admitted by his Honour Mr Justice Denniston as a solicitor of the Supreme Court. <* Sai;k of Privileges.—The sale of the privileges in connection with the Boxing Day and New Year's Day meetings of the Canterbury Trotting Club will take place at 8 p.m. to-day at Messrs Tonks, Norton and ,Co.'a salerooms. Tramway Concessions.—-A Conference at which the various local bodies granting concessions to the Tramway Company will be represented will take place this evening at the City Council Chambers. Mr R. M. Macdonald, representing tho Christchurch ' Tramway Company, will also be present on the occasion. • Pjbtition.—A largely signed petition will Ik presented to-night at the meeting of the Sydenham Borough Council, protesting against that body proceeding with the Vrork of erecting a receptacle for the deposit of the night soil of the whole of Sydenham i on tl\o South town belt, between Colombo I and Durhnm streets. The petition, which ', ' already includes the names of a number ■■•■: 'Ofpromiuent residents and ratepayers, -; a points out that the place will bo an intolerable nuisance and menace to the • genoral health of the whole community. Druidism.—The intending members of - the proposed Olive Branch Lodge at Islington will hold a final meeting in the local Library on Wednesday night to receive *s deposits on entrance fees, elect medical * officer and sign the application to the Grand ■ Lodge for permission to open the Lodge, wso to arrange details for the opening ceremony. As the Committee have not yet got (joite the minimum number of members required before the Grand Lodge will giant j the dispensation, it is necessary that all . ' those who would like to see the movement •nwasful should attend on the occasion. | • ISTTRPROVIKOIAL BICYCLE BACKS. — The j Pioneer Bicycle Handicap has nn entry, of thirty-four. J; W. Jones. Harry Thompson, «• 0. Shorland, ,T. McDonald, Petersen, «c", Dorm (2), Norris, Lucy, Archer, -Ritchie and Rallinshaw are amongst the competitors,''and.their names alono should Oβ a guarantee of a jjrand and exciting race. The Indies'competition promises to be well Patronised, and will, no doubt, add to the Already attractive programme and be a "wane, it is hoped, of inducing the fairer *ex to attend Lancastor Park. The Pioneer Uubare the promoters, and, given a fino • W their efforts should terminate in a "nge success. " The Messiah."—-The Christmas season Would not be complete without a performvice of " The Messiah." Hence it is matter tor congratulation that those who ere Winirers of the oratorio will have an opporrtf? of bearm S Jt on Wedncedav night in «ne Durham street Methodist Church. The •woe will be taken by Miss Alice Corrick, JJ)88 Graham, Mr Woodhouse and Mr « ,• an d tne choruses will be given by over 100 voices. Admission is by ticket • A rehearsal will be held to-night in On Friday evening last, R* v- » Weekl y practice, the members of ot. Michael's choir availed themselves of the opportunity of wishing the organist and ft^S* 8 . I *' Mr H. W'eUs, who is leaving ■brtM ** thi3 woek on a well-earned »m I' ™* wyw* anH a safe return, at the wnie time presenting him with a travelling lia§ M a souvenir from those who have in t\° mncii pleasure in working with him tan J^ 1 years. Misa Purkerto,« : ,?. h|,ste «n in the clioir for a longer |*noa a other member, made the ou behalf of her fellow workers, "pressing the hope that Mr Wells would I*™" 1 V , renewed health and strength to S C , i" work nt St - Michael's. Mr Wells thanking the choir for their good tnls!! ? m J UWsfol 6 ift> ' and for their devotion . »«.« i., 13 Work - Several members, who their i *° P rose nt, e«nt apologies for Iμ;!!; ab9ence ' and expressed their regret at ito S , eVen for a short time ' the services of Mr W 'n nt *" or g anist choirmaster as rt£t u< , Ayi> , Ske and Lamb's gnxiA eidine orß ' requirements before de & n<s V 1, 0" w,mt yo u intend to purchase as Mo]l Was^ft - 181 Colombo street. M BiET ,?'T en awa 7 ' Where ? At 5M' H «» and CoA in their monster SSLr largest ever neen in ffifW , / fnll of gold and silver "coins" .CtartmlJ^;* , pu * iin S J to be out up^on

..,Ti"?- 5v0 5 5, !« Matobaltv.—The inAmatkur Swimming Association —A S"« * the. New ZealSAmate£ ! bwimming Assomation will take place this SoES? th ° CJareadoQ Hotefat eight COMPLIMKSTARY CONCERT.-Tho COmplimeiitary concert tendered to Mr H. Wtcr | will be hold in tho Opera House this even- ! ing. A very attractive progmmme has been arranged, and no doubt there will be a laree attendance on the occasion biTPi-LKMENT. — With today's issue ia given a supplement containing the particulars of a huge Christinas Fair at the establishment of Messrs Kenneth Mathosou and Co., which commenced on Friday last, and will continue over several days. Aquatics.—The following crews have been drawn for the Union Clab's trial double sculls -.—First heat—L. Hardie and n. Clarke v P.. Cowan and E. C. Willsted ; second heat—W. E. Simes and H. Sandford v J. Smith and C. \V. Seaton ; third heat— H. Hobhs and A. G. Seelan v N. M'Robie and J. Hoart , . Leeston School Concert.—The annual concert in aid of the prize fund of the Loeston public school took place on Friday evening in the school, Mr Barnett presiding. Mr Anderson provided a really good programme, comprising twenty-eight items, songs and gles3 by the Leeston Orchestral Society, school children and a number of ladies and gentlemen. Several were encored. Some of the ladies provided refreshments. New Zealand Chkss Championship.— The Hon. Sec. of the Canterbury Chess Club has received from the Hon. Sec. of the New Zealand Chess Association the entries for the annual Championship Chess Congress, which commences in the Canterbury Chess Club's room, Chamber of Commerce, on Boxing Day. They are as follows:— Grieraon, Auckland; Giftbrd, Clifton; Meldrum and Pleasants, Rangitikei; Barnes, Mason and Cocks, Wellington ; Mellor and Edwards, Uunedin; and Hookham and Andersen, Christchurch. Honor-art Rkstcp.vb Corps.—The second competition for the bronze medal of this corps was fired on Saturday afternoon, and although the ammunition was a great deal better than that previously used, the light nor'-wester that was blowing prevented any good scores being made. The following are the principal scorers :—Private Gundersen 83, Private Banks 81, Private E. Fox 79, Corporal Lavery 79, Private Perkins 78, Corporal McKay 78, Private Allison 73, Private Lummis*7o, Sergeant Wakelin 70, Sergeant Manning 68. Morris Tubk Shooting. — On Friday evening the members of the Christchurch Working Men's Club Rifle Class fired another competition at the 200 yds range for prizes presented by Messrs S. Manning and Co., E. Reeee and Sons, Vincent and Co., Sargood, Son and Ewen, Hubbard, Hall and Co., and the Universal Boot Company. The following were the highest scores.:—R. G. Forgie (4) 35, W. A. Caldwell (4) 34, W. Gavrard (1) 32, C. Lnmmis (3) 32, J. A. Lummis (1) 31, W. G. Munford (3) 31. School Treat.—The children attending the Ashburton-Kyle School, together with a large number of parents and friends, enjoyed a very pleasant outing on Friday at Mr John Lambie's farm, Kyle. were spread and the " billy waa boiled " in the shelter of the well grown plantations, and refreshments provided on a most liberal scale. The usual oxitdoor games were indulged in. A dance was afterwards held in the schoolroom. Correction.—ln our report of the meeting of the National Association, Mr C. Lewis is reported to have said that " the election had shown that the people had come to the conclusion that we had quite enough of labour questions in Parliament." As was clearly shown by his subsequent remarks— necessarily much condensed—the word "labour" should have been "liquor." As MiLewis voted in favour of several important labour measures duriug last session, it ia only fair that this correction should be made. Alleged Stabbing.-—On Saturday evening two fishermen, mates in a fishing boat, had a quarrel in a Lyltelton hotel, and went out into the street to fight ifc out. After fighting for a little while one of the men, it is alleged, drew a -knife *nd*.stabbed, hie opponent.;rather* severely in the arm and then ran away. He was soon caugTit and/ was token in oKarge by Constable McCormick, who locked him up. The wounded man was' taken to Dr. Pairmain's surgery, where the wound was dressed and he was then sent to the casual ward. Prohibition Ltcague.—The annual meeting of the Christchurch Prohibition League was held in the Oddfellows' Hall, Lichfield street on Friday evening last. The Rev. J. Dawson occupied the chair. The election of office-bearers resultedasfollows: —President, the Rev. Frank W. Isitt; Vice-Presidents, the Rev. J. Dawson, Messrs T. E. M.H.R., and H. G. Eil; Hon. Treasurer, Mr John Robinson; Assistant Treasurer, Mr A. Hoddinott; Hon. Secretary, Mr F. Thompson ; Assistant Secretary, Mr J. I Fabling. The balance-sheet was submitted by the Treasurer and passed. A ballot was taken for the election of the Committee, and owing to the late hour the election of Hon. Vice-Preaident and consideration of the annual roport were left till next meeting. Dnring the evening Mr J. Harding, of W»ipukarau, addressed the meeting. Christmas Presents.—Everyone makes Christmas presents, and everyone is glad to get them. Tho genial wish, " A Merry Christmas to you," comes all the pleasantcr when accompanied by a souvenir from our friend, our parent or our child, and if the present is both beautiful and useful, we do not prize it the more, but we think more highly of the taste of the giver. Nowhere in Christchurch can this combination of the useful and beautiful be seen in greater profusion and variety than at Messrs W. Strange and Company's warehouse. They have a collection of exceptional lines, adapted to the season, both for people's own use and as presents. Messrs Strange and Company have also been fortunate in securing, and are now offering a warehouseman's entire stock of washing dress and blouse fabrics, a manufacturer's entire stock of ladies' skirts, Garibaldis and washing costumes, a manufacturer's stock of ladies' arid misses' straw sailor- hats, and a large quantity of ladies' underclothing and corsets, children's sun hats and bonnets, and a warehouseman's stock of fancy dress goods. These have all been purchased for cash at an enormous discount off usual wholesale prices, and, true to their invariable custom, Messrs Strange and Co. are giving their patrons the full advantage of tho large purchases so favourably made. Their premises for some time past have been like a fair, almost everyone who wants drapery of r»ny description seems to make a straight line for this popular firm's establishment, where they know they can depend on getting the best of goods at the lowest possible prices. We would also draw attention to Strange and Co.'s large stocks of fancy goods, basket ware, Japanese and Chinese tables, flower stands and nick-nacks, and .their apparently unlimited stock of Christmas cards and booklets. Be the present expeusive or only to cost a few pence that a person wishes to select, they cannot do better than visit W. Strange and Co.'s great establishment juat now, where they will be able to obtain exactly what will euit their fancy and their purse. 1762 Thk "Victory" Skwino Machink.—Very few people can realise what the machine is capable of. The variety of work it accomplishes without alteration of tension, needle or cotton is quite a revelation to expert machinists, and must be seen to be believed. Every detail will be explained in the now department now opened at the D.I.C. No one should think of purchasing a sewing machine without first seeing the " Victory." 1363 The Baby's Food. —More than the photo Try new Health Food, watch baby outgrow the photo. Send post card for free sample. Health Supplies. Company, 245 Casliel street. 674 Ncrvk. —The best brain and nerve tonic yet discovered is Compound Syrup of Hypophosphitee. Barnett and Co., Victoria street. 8693 Save Your Babtks. — Use Townends Tasteless Teething Powders. These powders cannot be excelled in allaying irritation in teething. All storekeepers. W. P. Townend, 183 Colombo street. 1982 Lovely Akaboa—the prettiest seaside resort »n New Zealand. Boating, fishing, fern-gathering, &c. Every comfort at Grange's Family Hotel, on the Beach.— Advt.l Drainage Board.—The nominations for the members of the Chrietchurch District OrainMP Board dose to<Ur*

! Cadets.—On Saturday iasfc the Kaiapoi Codecs continued their class firing. They [ expect to complete the practice with the ; close of the year. Calendar.—Wβ have received a copy of Messrs Whitcombe and Tombs's excellent i office calendar for 1897. j The Bckciuary. at Kaiapoi.—On Saturday Constable O'Connell found the money stolen ou the 16th from Mrs Fisher's, of Cridland street, together with three packets of cigarettes, which had been taken from her store. It is supposed the act was that of a boy, who repented and gave some indication of the " plant." [LR.C. Carnival.—Tho carnival in aid of the funds for rebuilding the boathonse of the Union Club was brought to a close ou Saturday night. The attendance of visitors was large, and the programme, especially the items contributed by the children, excellently carried out. The promoters of the carnival are entitled to great credit for the admirable manner in which the whole affair was carried out, and for the really attractive entertainments which they liave provided. It is to be hoped that the result will be a goodly addition to the fund for the rebuilding the boathouse. Saturday's Markets. — There was an entry of 80 horses at the saleyards on Saturday, and a good demand was manifested for draughts, the be3t of which sold from £16 10s to £25 10s, and medium from £10 to £16; hacks and harness horses made £10 to £16 for better sorts, and medium £7 to £9 10s. A line of unbroken trotting stock by Blackwood Abdallah sold at £10 to £16. At the produce yards there were fair entries of pigs, weaners selling from 5s 9d to 10s, stores 12s to 17s, and porkers 16s 6d to 23s 9d. There were exceptionally heavy entries of poultry in view of Christmas requirements, and a ready sale resulted at the following prices:— Old hens Is 6d to 2s, pullets 2s 3d to 33 6d, roosters 3s to 53, ducks 2s 6d to 53 9d, geese 4s 6d to 6s 9cl, turkey hene 5s to 11s, and gobblers 20s to 28s, all at per pair. Political.—A meeting of Mr G. W. Russell'e Election Committee was held on Saturday evening at the Temperance Hall, Gloucester street. There were thirty present. Every part of the Riccarton electorate sent delegates or apologies from delegates for their unavoidable absence. A resolution was passed that the attention of the Government bo drawn to various breaches of the law which it was alleged h:id occurred in connection with the kite election. Mr Russell addressed the meeting, and pointed out the necessity for organising the electorate more closely. It was resolved —Tfiat a Ricearton Liberal Association be formed, with the view of -co-operating with any central Liberal organisation that might be formed for the whole of Canterbury. The following resolution was passed:— "That this meeting of representatives of the Liberal electors in Riccarton district heartily thank Mr G. W. Runsell for the services he has performed during the last Parliament on behalf of the Liberal party. His devotion to the cause of the people and his fidelity to his election pledges are fully recognised by us, also hie independence of judgment and great ability; that we recognise his defeat arose from sympathy evoked for Mr Rolleston and not from any want of confidence in Mr Russell's ability or views ; that we especially thank him for securing the reform of the Canterbury College Board of Governors, the Female Law Practitioners Act and other measures with which his name is identified. Finally, that having every confidence in him we are prepai-ed to support him against all comers for the Riccarton seat at next election." Land Board.—An ordinary fortnightly meeting of the Canterbury Land Board was held at the Land office on Thursday. Preeent—Messra R. Meredith, M.H.R. (in the chair), J. McLachland and A. C. Pringle. Applications for land were granted as follows—Lots 1, 3 and 4, reserves 1763, 1766, 1803-9, near Dunsandel, 203 a Or 16p, to George Sheat, for cash; lots 11 and 12, block vii., Lake Ellesmere, 390 a 3r 30p, to Thomas Bevins, on lease in perpetuity. The following transfers of leases were sanctioned—Lot 27, Pareora settlement, Eliza Boucher, to John Ward ; lot 18, Roimata settlement, the Public 'Trustee to W. V. Bloor; runs 145, 146 and 146 a, Glentui, and run 23, Albnry, the Bank of New Zealand Estates Company, Limited, to the Assets Realisation Board. A number of Crown Lands Rangers reports were considered and dealt with. It was resolved to call upon a defaulter as to payment ot pastoral run rent to show cause why the penalty for delay in payment should not be enforced. Tempoi'ary grazing licenses over portions of Crown lands were granted to the following persons—James Frazer, near Oxford, at a rent of Is 6d per acre ; E. W. R. Goodman, adjoining Halswell river, near Rabbit Island, at a rent of Is per acre. Other applications of a similar nature were deferred for further consideration and Crown Lands reports. It was resolved to offer for cash safe at public auction reserve 391, township of Waimate, at an upset price of £15. Applications from Meesrs Langdown, Leeming, and Levick, with regard to raining -leases near Springburn and Whitecliffs, were refered to the Mince Department for consideration. The Board adjourned to Thursday, January 7th. Magistrate's Court, Kaiapoi. . —At this Court on Saturday, before Mr J. L. Wilson, J. P., R. Shepherd, who had been arrested for being drunk whilst in charge of a horse, was fined 10s and costs. Rangiora Chrysanthemum Club.—Last Thursday a fairly attended meeting was held at the Temperance Club, Rangiora, where Mr W. Jones, of Christchurch, read an article on chrysanthemum culture. Mr C. Carmichael, President, occupied the chair. At the close Mr Joned was heartily I thanked for his interesting remarks. ! Swimming.—Entries for the swimming races at Lyttelton, on New Year's Day, close at 5 p.m. to-day. It is expected that very large entries wiU be received and good sport obtained. This year the races will be held in the graving dock. Thk Wellington Exhibition*. —In view of the fact that this year the Christmas and New Year holidays extend over three coneecutive days, it would be a boon to those who might wish to pay a visit to the Wellington Exhibition if the* Union Steamship Company could see tbeir way clear to arrange for excursions on both dates at low prices. Alleged Houskbreaking.—A boy aged between 9 and 10 was arrested on Saturday on a charge of breaking into the store of Mr Cotterill, Stanniore road, Linwood, on December 6th, and stealing 10e from the till ; and also of breaking into the shop of I Mrs Aldersley, Stanmore road, Richmond, on December 16th and stealing a number of small articles. In the former case entry was i effected by breaking a pane of glass with a stone, and in the latter case by shifiiug back the catch of a window with a piece of tin and then breaking a pane of glass in an inner door which was locked. I Kaiatoi Musical Society.—The ChristI mas concert given by this Society on Friday in the Kaiapoi Oddfellows' Hall, was excellent in quality, but poorly attended. The first part included:—Overture, "Bohemian Girl," orchestra; glee, "Come let us be Merry" ; song, " Simon the Cellarer," Mr R. Halley; song, " It was a Dream," Miss Alice Corrick; duet, "Love and War," Messrs Puschell and Halley; glee, " Come, Dorothy, come " ; song, " Come into the garden, Maud," Mr Pusehell (encored); clarionet solo, Mr D. Sinclair; duet, " In the dusk of the twilight," Mrs and Miss Corrick (re-demanded); glee, "Gipsy Chorus." The second part comprised selections from the "Messiah," viz., the Pastoral Symphony, orchestra; recit. and air. "Comfort Ye," "Every Valley," Mr Puschell ; chorue, "And the Glory of the Lord"; recit. and air, " Thus saith the Lord," " But who may Abide," Mr R. Halley ; recit. and air, " Behold ! a Virgin," ■ "O thou that Tellest," Mrs Corrick; chorus, j"O thou that Tellest"; recit., "There were Shepherds," "And the Angel," "And Suddenly," Miss Alice Corrick; Chorus, " Glory to God " ; air, " Rejoice Greatly," Miss Alice Corrick ; recit. and air, "Then shall the Eves," " He shall Feed Hia Flock," Mrs Corrick ; air, " Come unto Him," Miss Johnson; chorus, "Hallelujah." The whole of the items went well, and were much appreciated by those who were present. Mr A. Corrick conducted, Mr J. H. Blackwell I led the orchestra, which contributed largely to the success of the work. Miss Wilson was pianist, and Mr R. Blakeley at the organ. Another Rush.—Hubbard, Hall and Co.'s large grocery and provision warehouse , was fairly alive on Saturday evening with customers eager to obtain a Coupon entitling them to a present on the gigantic Christmas tree. Only four more days te obtain Coupons. 383 Goods at WholisaliX Pkicw/— See l Wardell Bros , , new liafc * 112

The Mayor.—The Mayor of Christchurch (Mr W. H. Cooper) desires it to be known that he will be in attendance,at the City Council Chamber every day from 11 a.m. to noon, to transact municipal business. Musical.—A private letter has been received from Madame Trebelli, regretting that she will be unable to visifc Chrietchurch as she originally intended. She has heen engaged to sing in "The Messiah" in Auckland, and leaves by the Monowai, for San Francisco, on the 26th inst. In her letter Madame Trebelli expresses the sjreat regret she feels at not being able, once more, to visit Christchurch, -where she was so kindly and so generously received. Theatrical.— The Delroy Company will commence their season at the Theatre Royal on Boxing night. The company is spoken of as one of the most entertaining that has visited New Zealand for some time. Mies Ada Delroy and Mr Bell, who hare visited U3 before, are among the members of the company. An Interesting Ckksmont.— An interesting ceremony will be conducted by his Lordship Bishop Grimes, in connection with the Convent at Lyttelton, on January 6th. This will bo the profession of two young ladies as mine. Mozart's " Twelfth Mass" will be sung on the occasion. Frozrs Meat Co.hpantt. —The annual meeting of the Canterbury Frozen Meat Company hag beeu fixed to lake place on Wednesday next, at the Chamber of Commerce, and it is satisfactory to be able to record tliat a very excellent year's work has been done in connection with this most promising industry. Thk Pollaf.d Compakt. — The Pollard Company, after a very successful season in the South, passed through on Saturday to Wellington per s.s. Flora. They open their season in Wellington on Boxing Night. Drainage Board Election.—Mr Cteorge Mclntyre has been nominated as a candidate for the representation of the Heathcote District on the Chrietchurch Drainage Board. The Stocktov CoixtEfc? Dtsastrr.— His Worship the Mayor has received a subscription list to raisefunds for the relief of those left destitute by the fatalities in the Stockton colliery, New South Wales, at the beginning of this month, when eleven lives were lost. It is also intended to erect a monument to commemorate the bravery oE five of the men who sacrificed their lives in an attempt to saVe their fellows. His Worship the Mayor will be pleased to receive any subscriptions for the objects mentioned. Concert at Rangiora.—A very successful concert was given in the Literary Institute on Friday evening by Miss Sim and her pupils, assisted by a few musical people from Christchurch. The sides of the hall, which was well filled, were hung with paintings and drawings, the work of the Misses Sim and pupils, and the concert gave every satisfaction. The programme included instrumental pieces by tho Misses Sim (2), Craighead and Rogers, and Masters Furby, Davey, and Kempfchorne, songs by Mrs Sim, the Misses Sim and Moir, and concerted pieces by the same ladies and Messrs Johnston, Smith (2), and the Rev. F. (i. Fendall. Several school songs were excellently given by the junior pupils, and during the evening the Rev. Gr. I. Sim presented prizes for proficiency in music to Masters F. Furby and. J. Kempthorne, and Misses C. Gorrie and A. Bailey.