The Evening Star THURSDAY, OCTOBER 24, 1895.

Evening Star, Issue 9834, 24 October 1895, Page 2

The Evening Star THURSDAY, OCTOBER 24, 1895.

Mr J. Morgan, J.P., presided at the Port Chalmers Police Court this morning. James Blyth was fined 10s, or twenty-four hours' imprisonment, for drunkenness. Our Lawrence correspondent wires: 11 Mr Peter Robertson, one of Tuapeka's oldest identities, died this morning. He had been ailing for several months, and suffered from general debility. He was in his seventy-ninth year." H.M.S. Ringaronma will be in Port Chalmers again at the end of this week for i short visit, an unexpected detention at Napier preventing a longer stay here. We learn thc.t her bluejackets' minstrel troupe intend to give one of their popular entertainments here for the benefit of a local charity. The rttirvrs of the .Salvation Army who wont to Invercargill to bid farewell to General Booth returned to Dunedin last night, ami a welcome meeting was held in the fortress, Adjutant Wilson presiding. Captains Ashley, King, Maekay, Adjutants James and Williams, and others addressed the meeting, and instrumental and vocal selections helped to constitute a pleasant evening' entertainment.

Messrs Whitcuriibe and Tombs invite us to express au opinion with to their New Zealand diaries for 189(1, now on the market. It is a pleasure to comply, because in discharging the task there is no need to uso guarded terms or tlio phraseology of restraint. The simple fact is that the firm referred to have brought their diaries to quite the level of those produced in England or in other places over the sea*. Good paper is used; the workmanship generally is quite up to the mark ; and the information supplied, pertaining specially to the colony, makes the diaries serve the purpose of almanacs as well. It may be added, also, that reasonable prices are asked. In the parcel enclosed for inspection wc find a pocket diary, two of different sizes for ordinary office or household use, and a blotting-pad sheet, all of excellent quality. We have a clear conscience in recommending these goods to the public. A special meeting oE parishioners was held in St. John's Schoolroom on Tuesday evening, when there was a fair attendance, including several ladies. The Rev. S. Hawthorne (acting-vicar) occupied the chair. Mr E. Roberts, parish churchwarden, forwarded his resignation, which was accepted with regret, and, on the motion of Mr H. Mandcr, seconded by Mr M.'Fracr, it was decided to convey the thanks of the parishioners to Mr Roberts for his past services. Mr D'Arcy Haggitt was elected to the vacancy. On the motion of Mr G. A. Reade," seconded by Mr R. Ber.tham, Mr Mander gave a statement of the financial position of affairs, and, after some discussion, it was decided to call a special meeting of parishioners for next week to consider financial and other matters. The benediction closed the meeting.

The fourth annual entertainment of Mr J. C. Smith's gymnastic classes in connection with the Albany street School was held in the school hall last evening. There was a large attendance. Mr W. Barnett, the chairman of the school committee, addressed those present on the benefit to be derived from a course of gymnastics, after which about twenty-five girls went through several movements in a manner that reflected great credit upon their instructor. A squad of juniors gave an interesting exhibition of class exercises, and a most enjoyable programme was brought to a close with a performance by Instructor Smith's various senior classes from Roslyn, the D.A.B.C. and Albany street. During the progress of the seniors' display Miss Hay gave a skirt dance, which elicited loud applause. Dancing was then indulged in, to music supplied by Mr J. Yates.

Last night Mr J. Timson and his choir ' gave a sacred concert in the First Church, I when there was a very good attendance. The Rev. Mr Gibb occupied the chair, and intimated that the proceeds of the collection would be devoted to the improvement of the organ, by the addition of some new stops and the replacement of others. He also stated that Mr F. L. Jones had very kindly undertaken to fill Mr J. Armstrong's place during the evening, the latter singer having had to withdraw at the last moment through indisposition. The first part of the programme was a repetition of Sir John Stainer's cantata 'The Crucifixion.' This was given by the choir a little time ago, and was then fully described in our columns. Last evening the work was given in a masterly manner, the soloists and choir together giving an excellent rendering of the composition. Mr Timson must have devoted much time and care to the preparation of the work, and the result reflected the greatest credit upon all who took part. The organ accompaniments were.played by Mr Barth, and, as might be expected, were all that could be desired. In the Becond part Mr Timson played Grison's 'Coinmunion in F' and an ' Allegretto in B flat' with great skill and feeling. Miss M. Thomson, Messrs D. Hutton, F. L. Jones, and Mr H. Watt were the soloists, and acquitted themselves very satisfactorily.

The missionary schooner John Williams arrived at Dunedin to-day, and, now berthed at the cross wharf, where, her man-o'-war appearance ma,kes her easily distinguishable from the. neighboring traders. She will be open for inspection whilst here tSurida'y excepted) between the hours of 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., and 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. All Sunday school children and friends cordially invited.

After early breakfast this morning in camp the Otago Hussars proceeded to,the new rifle range, where volley and independent firing exercises were gone through. Considering the chaUge of djstauces and the obsolete weapons—many of the carbines having been.used in the last Maori War— Ifte results of the practice were very satisfactory indeed. This afternoon the troop were engaged in fixing up things in preparation for Saturday's sports, for which occasion the Garrison baud have given their services. Last night outposts wore formed, and the men had exorcise in signalling and making reports as to the various positions which they held, and at dark they returned to camp for late dinner. The usual drill is to be carried on this evening until seven ©'"dock, and to-morrow it is expected that Colonel Fox will put in an appearance to iuspeot the troop. The Dunedin Catholio Literary Society held thoif annual social yesterday evening in St. Joseph's Schbolroom, which was tastefully prepared for the occasion by young ladies of the congregation. The attendance was so large as to tax to the utmost the available accommodation, and included the clergy of the City and neighboring districts, members of the leading Catholic families, and many other friends. The Very Rev. Father Lynch presided, and in the course of a short address, in which he welcomed the guests, stated that at the close of the session next year he hoped the society would be able to receive them in their own hall, the erection of which—an object much desired by the late bishop—would not now much longer be delayed. In order to supplement the funds already in hand for this purpose it was the intention of the society to give a representation of the ' Colleen Bawn' at the Princess's Theatre early in December, when Miss K. Blaney will play the title rd!e> The very rev. gentleman concluded by readihg the programme of the evening's entertainment, which, in addition to musical itorrs and recitations, included scenes from 'Macbeth'—the letter scene in act i., and the sleep-walking scene in act v.—in which Mrs H. F. Mooney sustained with marked ability the arduous role of Lady Macbeth, being greeted at the conclusion of each scene with enthusiastic applause. The vocal, instrumental, and recitation items of the programme were judiciously selected, and afforded great enjoyment to the audience. Altogether a most pleasant evening was spent. During the interval light refresh ments were handed round by members of the society, and, throughout, the greatest attention was paid to the comfort of the guests.

Mr John Thomson is a candidate for the mayoralty of Port Ohalmer3. The Otago Hubsars parade for inspection tomorrow afternoon at Tahuna Park.

The annual sports of the Otago Hussars will be held at Tahuna Park on Saturday afternoon. The opening rnatch on the Duncdin Bowling Club Green will take place on Saturday afternoon.

A special meeting of propvii'toH of the Colonial Bank will be held on the Bth prox. to consider the proposals for the sale of the bank's business.

Mr T. K. Sidey, Mayor of Caversham, announces that having promised not to come forward again this year, he will have to decline a requisition presented to him. Special services in connection with the visit of the John Williams are to be held in the City churches on Sunday, at the hours indicated in our advertising columns. The Rev. Joseph King, superintendent of the L.M.S. in Australasia, and Captain Hore, of the vessel, will conduct the services.

A meeting of those interested in the coming visit of Mr Michael Davitt takes place to-night at the Chamber of Commerce, at eight o'clock. As Mr Davitt is a man who has worked hard for n any years, not only in the cause of Irish nationality, but in that of' the labor classes generally," it is expected that the meeting will be numerous and representative of various interests.