NEW ZEALAND.

Globe, Volume XXII, Issue 1839, 14 January 1880, Page 2

NEW ZEALAND.

[fbkss association.] INVEEOARGILL, January 14. An Irish Relief FundA requisition has been forwarded to the Mayor to call a meeting to inaugurate an Irish Belief Fund.

Volunteering. The opinion of Volunteers is unanimously in favor of Captain Thomson for the majority of the district, vacant through the death of Major Mackorie. Mr Thomson at first refuted, but now consents to accept the appointment if offered. Fema'e LaborIt is reported here that the new proprietors of the Wellington morning paper intend introducing female labor into the office, as Mr Bain has introduced it into the office of the "Southland Times." GRA.HAMSTOWN, January 14. Ousting a Town Councillor. An attempt is being made to oust Mr Wilkinson, editor of the " Advertiser," who was returned by one vote for the south ward of the borough, on the ground of his being a contractor for stationery to the Council. Land on Deferred PaymentsIn December a telegram was reoeived by the Thames Land Association from Mr Eolleston, stating that 18.C00 acres more land will be offered on the deferred payments system, in areas of from 10 acres to 320. The telegram states that the terms will be as good as the Government can offer under the settlement clauses of the Land Act. The Thames Railway. A meeting of the railway committee this morning appointed a deputation to proceed to Auckland to interview Mr Whitaker re the construction of the railway from the Thames end. A Forward Season. Ripe peaohes are now in the market, grown on the Thames. The Oriental ExhibitionThe Oriental Exhibition is here to-night, after a prosperous run in Auckland. WELLINGTON, January 14. Malicious ProsecutionAt the Police Court to-day the charge of perjury against P. K. Watty, commission agent, for alleged false declaration before the Deputy-Commissioner of Stamps, was dismissed. It is believed that Mr Watty intends to prosecute those who laid the information for false prosecution. OAMAEU, January 14. The Weather. Rain has fallen steadily since yesterday mid-day, and it is now raining heavily. It is feared that the crops will be seriously damaged. CoursingEntries for the North Otago Coursing Club's Derby Stakes must be made J tomorrow. WELLINGTON, January 14. The Weather. Continuous rain has fallen since Saturday night, and is doing serious injury to the orops. Distress in Jerusalem. At a public meeting held in the Jewish sohoolroom last night, a committee was ap. pointed to collect subscriptions to alleviate the prevalent distress in Jerusalem. Bath v- WilliamsAt two o'clock this morning the jury in the case of Bath v. Willi amß, an action to recover £SOO for alleged false imprisonment, brought in a verdict for the defendant. ATJCKLAND.IJanuary 13. The White Fish OvaThe Hinemoa left to-night for Napier and Lyttelton, with the white fish ova. Messrs J. O. Firth and J. C. Young have made arrangements at Tauranga for depositing it in Botorua, Eotoiti, Tarawera, and Taupo Lakes. An Investigation. Superintendent Thomson and Captain Bretton went to Eaipara for the purpose of investigating a charge, instituted by the Government against Captain Lowry, late pilot of Kaipara. Irish Distress Fund-

Major Peaoock hag started a fund for the relief of Irish distress, and headed the list with £lO.

Seduction Case.

In an action, Lyons v Wells, of Papakura, for seduction of plaintiff's daughter, damages were laid at £l5O. The jury awarded £IOO. Mr Moss and the Parnell Electors-^

Mr Moss addressed the electors at Parnell to-night. There was a large attendance. Mr Moss defended the Grey administration, and denounced the Hall Ministry. There were more jobs perpetrated by the latter in two months than by any other administration in two years. Unless more extended and powerful local self-governmenUwere given the colony would break down under the weight of centralism. The Grey Government had at least the merit of being patriotic, but the Hall Government could prefer no claim to public respect or esteem A vote of thanks and confidence was carried unanimously. On the motion of Mr James Wrigley, the following resolution was carried by acclamation—" That the taxation recently imposed by the present Government is impolitic, inquisitorial, and oppressive." The following is the allotment of the white fish ova. The shipments for the South have been packed in ice chests:—Auckland, 90,000; Taupo and Tarawera, 45,000; Napier, 50,000; Ohristchurch, 500,000; Opawa, 100,000 ;

Dunedin, 250,000 } Inveroargill, 300,000 ; Wakatipu, 250,000 ; Nelson, 250,000. NEW PLYMOUTH, January 13. A Tangi. Great preparations are being made for the tangi over old Tamihana, who was killed on Saturday by a horse at the Bell Block. Over 300 Natives have assembled to take part. A Narrow EseapeThe Waitara bridge has nearly been burned. Some men passing early in the morning found the floor_ burning and succoeded in extinguishing it, but a large hole was burned. WE3TPORT, January 13. Another Perjury CaseAnother perjury action, J. Johnson v. E. J. O'Conor, was commenced to-day, and tie hearing adjourned owing to the latter'a absence at Karamea. An application for the arrest of O'Conor on the ground of his tampering with witnesses with intent to evade the service of the information, was refused. A perjury case, O'Conor v. Johnson, is now pending in the Reefton Court. The litigation between the two persons, which commenced over three cattle, has so far cost some £SOO, and is not yet finished. WELLINGTON, January 13.

Colonel Scratt'hley. Colonel Soratchley inspects Wellington Harbor before proceeding South. He made a trip round the harbor to-day in the Stella, but the weather wag unfavorable. She makes another to-morrow. A Stabbing CaseAlex. Martin, a seaman on the Bebington, was sentenced to two months for stabbing another seaman of the same vessel. NAPIER, January 13. Fire Brigade ConferenceSuperintendent Spence and foreman Gilbert have been appointed to represent Napier at the forthcoming conference of fire brigades at Dunedin. The Weather - Heavy rain is now falling, and has put a atop to harvest operations. Singular Cattle DiseaseA singular disease among cattle on the plains is attracting attention. The animals drop dead without any warning. A post-mortem, examination shows a clot of congested blood on the brain, all other organs being healthy. Mr Power, inspector of sheep, says it is a sort of apoplexy, and recommends frequent change of pasture. Others think it is due to old pasture containing a large proportion of ammonia from continual stocking, recent rains having made the ammonia more active. Whatever the cause, over fifty head, including seventeen owned by the mission, have died. Maori ScholarshipsThe examinations for the Sir Donald McLean Maori Scholarships have been brought to a close. Fourteen boys competed for the three scholarships, the following being the successful competitors:—John Geo. Downes, aged 16, Te Aute College, 456 marks, out of a possible 690 ; Wiremu Nehua, aged 11, St. Stephen’s, Auckland, 450 marks; L. J. Te IJrepu, aged 17, Te Aute College, 449 marks. The next two to the successful ones were Taramana Hei, aged 17, St. Stephen’s, Auckland, 419 marks ; Wiremu Horako, aged 15, Otago Heads, 417 marks. The papers generally were exceedingly good, the geography in particular being remarkably well done, while the map drawing and the arithmetic were better than many European lads could do. HOKITIKA, January 13. Church of England PicnicThe largest Church of England picnic that has taken place for years was held to-day in honor of the visit of the Primate and Archdeacon Harper, over 1500 people of all denominations attending. Sports of all kinds usual on such occasions were carried out. The procession reformed at eight o’clock in the evening, and returned to All Saints’ Church, where before dispersing three cheers were given for Bishop Harper, the Archdeacon and the Rev. Mr Hamilton, winding up with “ God Save the Queen.” The Volunteer and the Kanieri Bands were in attendance and the weather fine. OAMARU, January 13. Sporting ItemsThe North Otago Coursing Club had its meeting to-day. The balance-sheet showed a surplus of £96 6s, after paying all outstanding accounts. It was resolved that the secretary take such action as he might deem desirable for opening the coursing season in April. It was also resolved to write to the other clubs agreeing to co-operate with them in the appointment of one judge for all clubs. Messrs Ronayne and Thomson were appointed delegates to act at the conference to bo held shortly in Oamaru. The stakes for the Hurdle Race have been awarded to Te Whetu, the jockey having to write a letter of apology to the judge. It is probable t hat a race meeting will take place some time in April. DUNEDIN, January 13. Cricket-

The arranged match, England r the Colonies, sides being chosen principally from the players in the Inter provincial Match, was played on the Caledonian ground to-day, but little interest was taken in it. England went first to the wickets, and scored 75, Spring and Ashby being the only ones who succeeded in making any stand against the bowling of McLennan and Frith. At a quarter to four a drifting rain commonced, and play was consequently knocked off. The Colonies had started their innings, and lost three wickets for the total of 45. Fire Brigade Association. Twenty-three delegates from other places will attend the annual meeting of the United Fire Brigade Association, on the 20th instant. A Benefactor. The "Star " learns on good authority that a gentleman who is about to proceed to the Home country has left the sum of £SOOO to be divided amongst the local charities. The Minister for Public Works. Mr Oliver, Minister of Public Works, left for Wellington to-day.