NEWS OF THE DAY.

Globe, Volume IX, Issue 1271, 15 April 1878, Page 2

NEWS OF THE DAY.

Volunteer Inspection.—The quarterly inspection of the Head-quarters Companies of Volunteers will be made by Colonel Paeke on Wednesday next at 7.30 p.m. Eight of Sports.—lt was Harry Sharpies, not Maples, who purchased the right of the sports at the forthcoming Oddfellows' fete. Dog Show.—We remind intending exhibitors of dogs at the forthcoming show that the entries olose with Mr Dumergue, the secretary, at Tattersall's, on Wednesday next at 7 p.m. The Autumn Meeting. —The sale of the privileges of erecting booths, rights of sports, &c, at the forthcoming autumn meeting will take place to-day at Eadcliffe's Hotel, at 3 p.m. sharp. Ashley County Council.—A writ will shortly be issued for the return of a councillor for the Eyreton Riding, in the place of Mr Isaac Wilson, resigned. Mr P. C. Threlkeld is spoken of as a probable candidate. San Francisco Mail.—The mail arrived per the s.s. Taranaki at 8.40 a.m. on Saturday. It consisted of fifty-eight bags—viz., forty-six for Christchurch, four for Lyttelton, and eight for Timaru. The Christchurch and Timaru portions were forwarded by 9.30 a.m. train. Sir John Coode.—This gentleman intends making an inspection of Lake Ellesmere today. He will be met at Southbridge by Mr E. W. Millet with a four-in-hand drag, and the route to be taken will be by Taumutu to Little River, and thence hack by the Christchurch and Akaroa road. Sporting.—The nominations and acceptances for the various races of the Autumn Meeting of the C.J.C. closed on Saturday evening, and from the fields likely to start for the several events on the programme, the meeting promises to be one of the most successful autumn fixtures yet held by the club. Details as to the horses accepting and nominated will be found elsewhere, as also the weights for the handicaps in connection with the North Canterbury races. Supreme Court.—The nhiprivs sittings of the Supreme Court were opened this day before his Honor Mr Justice Williams and a special jury. The case of Latter v. Brogden was the only cause on the list. Mr G. Harper appeared for the plaintiff, and Mr W. T. L. Travers for the defendants. This was an action for the recovery of £SOO, damages on an alleged breach of warrantry of the carrying capacity of the ketch Amateur sold by defendants' agents to the plaintiff. The defendants' agents, in a telegram to plaintiff, stated that the Amateur would carry 22,000 ft. of timber, whereas, on survey, it was proved that she would only carry 16,000 ft. After hearing evidence Mr Travers applied for a nonsuit, on various grounds. It was ultimately arranged that a verdict should be entered for the plaintiff for £l5O, subject to a special case being stated by counsel on both sides, embodying the points raised, for the Court of Appeal. Sad Accident.—About 2.30 p.m. yesterday Constable Hilliard was informed that a little boy was lying.badly hurt in a paddock off the Ferry road. On arriving nt the place he found the boy lying unconscious, with forehead dented in and bleeding, as if kicked by one of the horses which were feeding about close by. The lad was at once conveyed to the hospital, where it was found that the frontal bone was fractured and pressing on the brain. Several members of the staff were quickly in attendance. The poor little fellow, who is only nine years of age, is a son of Mr Samuel Aldwin, residing in Parish's road. He had been sent to a neighbour's house by his mother, and must have taken a short cut across the paddock. Up to a late hour last night he remained unconscious, and little hope was entertained that he would last until morning. Grain and Produce Stores.—A meeting of the provisional directors of the Company formed for erecting grain and produce stores was held last Saturday, at the Corn Exchange. Present—Captain Willis (in the chair), Messrs Thomas Bruce, W. A. Brown, James Gammack, William Henderson, and H. W. Peryman. The prospectus, as prepared by the sub-committee, was submitted and read. Mr H. W. Peryman proposed, and Mr Bruce seconded, " That the prospectus as read be adopted." Carried unanimously. Mr W. Henderson proposed, and Mr Brown seconded, " That Mr Thomas Bruce be appointed chairman of the provisional directors." Carried unanimously. Proposed by Mr J. Gammack, seconded by Mr H. W. Pervman, and carried unanimously, "That Mr Henderson be appointed treasurer." It was resolved to advertise the prospectus in the local papers, and that a notice be inserted in the same stating that the directors or secretary will receive applications for shares, the same to bo addressed to the Corn Exchange. The meeting then adjourned. Canterbury Bowing Club.—The races for senior and junior sculling challenge cups, which have been looked forward to with great interest by the rowing men of the C.R.C, were to have taken place at the Estuary on Saturday. The course was from a little above the fishermen's huts to the jetty opposite Monck's. The nor'-east wind which was blowing made the water too lumpy for the sliding-seat boats, but it was nevertheless determined to make an effort to row the events off if possible. Immediately on arriyal at the Estuary, Duncan scratch, and Lanauze 2secs., stripped, but although they rowed quietly to the starter's boat, which was moored at the junction of the Avon and Heathcote, their boats were nearly filled and had to be taken on shore and emptied. They then returned to the starter, who attempted to send them away, but the tide carried Duncan foul of a post before he could get off, and when he was rowing back his boat, which had been shipping a lot of water (he being heavier than Lanauze) sank. He was picked up by the starter's boat and taken to land, and the race was postponed till a more favorable day. The juniors also attempted a race, the competitors being Boulton and Newton, each 2sec;i. The start was made half a mile nearer Monck's. Boulton drew ahead and took Newton'B water. Newton then drew up and fouled Boulton, who got away first, and won by half a length. Newton afterwards drifted under the bows of a schooner moored above the Shag Rock ; he managed to get on board, but his boat was drawn under the vessel. This effectually stopped any further racing. Newton's boat was afterwards picked up and found to be uninjured. Chess. —The match between the Christchurch and Dunedin Chess Clubs was resumed on Saturday evening, but comparatively little progress was made, the greater part of the sitting being occupied with a discussion that arose in consequence of the Dunedin players refusing to abide by the umpire's decision. Mr Jacobsen's game with Mr Wild, in which the disputed point occurred, was carried on for only a single move, and that between Mr Hunter and Mr Hay was entirely suspended. Mr Hookham's contest with *Mr Mouatt was brought to an abrupt close. Mr Mouatt having made a mistake in recording one of his moves, was required to pay the usual penalty, but preferred to abandon the game. It is of course scored to the credit of Christchurch, though we dare, say the Christchurch players would rather it had been won in a more satisfactory manner. Mr Veel, in consequence of the incessant appeals made to him, as captain, during the discussion, was only able to accomplish half a dozen moves. These, however, were decisive. He has now completely broken through his opponent's defence, and has the game at his command. Mr Newman also is approaching a successful close. A mistake in the early part of the evening threw him back fo-- a while, but he speedily recovered his position, and hao a virtually won game. Of the remainder, Mr W. T. Wood—wiiose game with Mr Grinstead is the best contested in the matph Mr Bray, and Mr Day, are all on very even terms with their respective opponents j but Mr J. Wood is in difficulties, and his prospects are not promising. It is to be hoped that the matters in dispute will bo adjusted, and that the play will bo able to proceed without further interruption. If so, a majority of the gawes will Pjobabty be n?xt S^ird^y.

Sydenham Borough Council - The usual fortnightly meeting of the above Council will be held this evening, at seven o'clock. Papanui District School.—An excellent concert, arranged and conducted by Mr A. A. North, took place in the above school on Thursday evening. The attendance was fair, and the programme deserved a much larger audience. Those who were present appeared by their continuous applause to thoroughly appreciate the performance. The performers were assisted by the members of Mr North's choral class, who acquitted themselves remarkably well. The following ladies and gentlemen took part in the concert —Messrs Ellis, Grant, Lowe, Smith, Mrs Lord, Mrs North, Messrs J. Carder, Griffith, North, Smith, Maher, Parker, Vague, Lord, and Herr Bunz. Mrs Lord ably presided at the pianoforte.