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Evening Post, Volume XLVIII, Issue 4, 5 July 1894, Page 2

An unfeeling correspondent, evidently a crusty I nohelor, wants to be informed whetiXr he Pu' ie Library is a proper place for the regular cooing of young turtle doves ? If this is intended aa a bint, it may be understood by those it refers to. Mr. J. H. Suisted, Chairman of tho Westport Harbour Board, arrived by the fe h. Grafton last night, and, together with Messrs. M'Kenzie and O'Regan, M.H.R '», and Mr. E. O'Conor, will press the claims of the Board upon the Government. The Governor and suite attended the final performance of the Thornton- Arnold Reason at the Opera House hut evening, whon "The Private Pecrotary" was given 'for the second time. The compnny appears next in Palmerston. The Savile Challenge Cup, which was won by Messrs. A. H. Bill, J). G. Riddifcrd.E.F. Blundell, and J. G. Wilson, M.H.K , the team of Rangitikei polo players, at the recent tournament of the New Zealand Polo Association, is on view to-day in tho window of Mr. Alfred Niool, 'vatohmakor and jeweller, Willis- street. It ia a massive silver trophy of considerable value, and until this year has been hold for four »uocessivo years by the Chi-istchurch Polo Club. Birnbaum and Son, waterproof manufacturers, are about to oxtend their business to Otago and Canterbury, and Mr. W. R. C. Fox, their Wellington manager, gooa South by the Rotorua to-day for tho purpose. The half-yearly meeting of tho Wellington Navals was held last evening, I.iout -Commander Campboll in tho chair, Liout. 801 l being also present. A set of new rules which had been drawn up wero discussed and finally passed by tho company. Owing to the late hour the meoting was adjourned till Wednesday, the 18th inst. 'Ihree now members were elected. Tho company will be inspected in gun dt ill next Wednesday evening at Mount Cook by Major Messenger. The adjourned case against Jeremiah Na3h, late licensee of tho Tramway Hotel, Adelaide-road, for a breach of tho Alcoholic Liquors Sale Control Act, in serving a child under 13 years of age named Wm. A. P. Henderson with a gill of brandy in May last, came up at the Magistrate's Courfto-day. Mr. Edwards appeared for the defence. Dr. Alexander proved that in May last defendant was not in a fit state to conduct his business. Mrs. Nash swore that on the day in question she served the child Henderson, whose mother was at the time standing outside the hotel. Directly afterwards Mrs. Henderson came in complaining that the measure was not good, and asked for more brandy. Mrs. Nash refused to increase the measure, whereupon Mrs. Henderson stated her intention of informing the police that her son wa.s under 13 years ot age. Inspector Pender said tho case was no doubt a trap to catch the defendant, but the police had nothing to do in the first place with the information in the matter, which had been given by Mrs. Henderson. Mr. Martin, S.M.— who, with Mr. W. Littlejohn, J.P., occupied the Bench - said the case was no doubt a peculiar one. It had been shown by the medical evidence that Nash was a lunatic from drink when theoffence in question was committed, and therefore was not responsible for his actions, and at that period Mrs. Nash, who served the liquor, had not been appointed as her husband's agent. Under these circumstances the Benohhad no option bu 1 ; to dismiss the information. Tho half-yearly meeting of the Welling, ton Operative 1 ailors' Society was held in tho Trades Hall last evening, Mr. F. Rodger (President) in the chair. The executive officers were instructed to report upon the Arbitration and Conciliation Bill. The balance-sheet ihowed the society to be in a sound financial position. The officers elected for the ensuing half-year were : —President, Mr. F. Rodger (re-elected) ; Vice- President, Mr. G Swamton; Secretary, Mr. A. Ward ; Treasurer, Mr. M. Jansen ; Committee, Messrs. W. Smith, F. Rickard, G. Young, C. Lamb ; Auditors, Messrs. C. Lamb and W. Gardner ; Delegates to Trades Counoil, Messrs. Kodgor. Swjnston, Bastin, Ward, and Lamb ; Delegates to Eight Hours Demonstration Committee, Messrs. Rodgor, Keir, Swanston, and Young. The first general meeting of members of the Petone Debating Society was held in tho Temperance Club rooms last evening, the chair being occupied by Mr. J Pipor. A set of rules was adopted, and the election of officers resulted as follows : — President, Mr. G. London ; Vice-Presidents, Messrs. F. T. Moore and J. Piper; Secretary and Treasurer, Mr. W. Austin ; Committee, Messrs. F. Bacon, R. Colquit, W. Kingdon, H. C. Vogel, and A. Rushton. A number of members wero olected, bringing the roll up to over 50. Votes of thanks to the Temperance Club for the use of tho room and to tho Chairman brought the meeting to a closo. The Managing Committee of the Wellington Poultry, Pigeon, and Canary Association held a meeting in Messrs. Townsend & Paul's rooms last night, Mr. E. B. Bristow being in the chair. It was reported that there was every appearance of the Show, which is to be held in the Rink on 19th, 20th, and 21st July, being a successful one, judging from tho applications for entryforms received both from South and North The Treasurer reported the receipt of several additional subscriptions and speoial prizes. Mr. O'Regan, M.H.R. , has promised to give an address on "The Wages Question" at a publio meeting of the Citizens' Institute, to be held on Monday evening next. Dr. Martin delivered the first of a course of lectures on" First Aid" in connection with tho St. John Ambulance Association yesterday afternoon, at the Girls' Friendly Society Lodge. Sanctuary Sir Georgo Grey, No. 3118, A.0.5., hold its usual monthly meeting at the Foresters' Hall, Lambton-quay, lo6t evening— the Pastor, Bro G. Woods, prosiding. The balance-shoet for the 'half-year ending June, showing satisfactory results, was received and adopted, as was also the Auditor's report. The eleoted officers for the half-year wore installed. A hearty vote of thanks was accorded to the retiring officers, and the P.P., Bro. G. Woods, was presented with a neck ribbon, and his name to be placed on the Respect Board. The balancesheet of the late *' social " was read and adopted, find showed a small surplus, which amount 'was placed to the Benevolent Fund. A hearty vote of thanks was passed to Court Sir Georgo Grey, A.0.F., for tho use of the hall. Mr. J. G. Wilson, M.H.R., has presented the Horowhenua Cricket Association with a handsome trophy, which has been won for the first time by the Manawatn Cricket Club (F. Bethune, captain). The shield is of polished kauri, on the surface of which are a number of miniature shields, on which it is intended to engrave the names of winning clubs. The centre piece, bearing the name of the donor, is surmounted by the figure of a cricketer defending his wicket. The trophy was manufactured by Mr. Alfred N.icol, watchmaker and jeweller, of Willisstreet, in whose shop it is now on view. The Women's Social and Political League held its first open meoting last evening in the Ballance Hall, when there was a large attendance. The President (Mrs. Player), in her opening address, explained the aims and objects of the League, and read the Constitution. The Secretary (Mrs. Sohoch) also gave a short lecture on "Silk Culture as an Industry for the Occupation of Women," and exhibited some floss silk and cocoons produced in New Zealand. Miss Price read a paper on " The Higher Education of Women." A recitation was given by Mrs. Kinmburgh, and pianoforte selections were contributed by Mrs. H. B. Mason. An enjoyable gathering concluded with the playing of the Marseillaise. A successful entertainment was held last evening in St. Joseph's Convent Schoolroom, Nowtown, before a crowded audience. The programme comprised a tableau, " Rock of Ages," in which Misses Campbell, Murray, Souper, and Williams took part ; a cantata, " The Children's Queen," in whioh Miss Hannah Sullivan as Laila, Misses M'Kenna and Bankenay as mountain children, and Miss Annie Sullivan, as the fairy queen, deserve speoial mention ; a pianoforte. duet by two little mites dressed as fairies ; a recitation by Master Hugh M'Carthy ; and a drama, in which tho Misses Sullivan (2), Williams, Cooper, Stacoy, and Murray had tho most important parts. The choruses went well, and the children were admirably dressed for their parts. Miss M. M'Donald acted as accompanist. The Very Rev. Father Devoy thanked all who had assisted in the entertainment, and gave some figures showing the excellent record the Sisters of Mercy had mado since thoy took over the school. The attendance showed a falling off at last night's Popular Concert at the Skating Rink, but the programmn was quite up to the usual standard. The chief feature was the appearance of Miss Hasell, of Auckland, and Miss Isabel Syer, recently from England, both of whom possess well-cultivated Boprano voicos. Miss Hasell's numbers were Molloy's " Love's Old Sweet Song " and Blumenthal's " Evening Song," both of which she sang with delicacy and taste. She received a recall for the first song, and gave " The Love Tide." Miss Syer sang expressively Cowen's " Tears " and " The Old Sun Dial" (Lane), being recalled for the first, when she sang a spirited little North Country ditty. Mrs. Harry Burfoot's pleasant contralto voice was heard to advantage in " Ora Pro Nobis " and " Listening," and Mr. E. F. Pollock was recalled for both his, songs, " Come into the Garden, Maud," and " The Last Watoh." In response he sang "'There is a Flower that Bloometh," and " When Other Lips," accompanying himself in the laßt song. Mr. T. H. Coltman, basso, was the only other vocalist, and he gave a vigorom rendering of " The Bugler," " Deep in the Mine," and " The Mighty Deep," the second number when encored for the first. Mandolin bolos by Mr. J. G. Turner, and an overture by Mrs. Marsh, who also played most of the accompaniments, wore the remaining items on the programme It was announced _ that next Wednesday's conoert would be given as a complimentary benefit to the management. The regular session of the Loyal Antipodean Lodge, 1.0.0. F., M.TJ., was held last night. All the officers were present with the exception of Bro. Wootten. One candidate waß initiated. Bro. G. . Read, P.G., waa appointed auditor of the Trustees' accounts. Bro. Guise, P.S., read the report and balance-sheet for the past quarter, which was of a very satisfactory nature, and showing an increase in all funds. The accumulated capital of the Lodge now amounts to .£7032 10s 9d, with a membership of 275 on the books, 10 having been added during the quarter. The Trustees made an important announcement in regard to the property of the two Lodges, and stated that an amalgamated meeting would be held at an early date as to its disposal. The following officers were dnly installed by P.P.G.M. Bro. J Smith, jnn. -.— N.G., Bro W. G. Wilson ; V G.. Bro. J. H. Hayhow ; E.S., Bro. W. E. Howe. They returned thanks for their eleotion. A vote of thanks, also suitably responded to, -was passed to the retiring officers. Drs. Alexander and Henry were appointed additional medical officers. The receipts for the evening amounted to £59 7s Id, and the disbursements to .£7l los. The concert in connection with the Congregational Social Institute has been unavoidably postponed till Thursday, 19th July.