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Lake County Press, Issue 432, 8 January 1891, Page 3

Deputy Assignee- —Mr F. VV. F. Geisow is appointed deputy assignee at Queenstown. Weather. —On Tuesday night there were very forceful winds, which broke a number of boughs of > treea and brought on heavy rain. Calendar. —Mr R. Pritchard, local agent, has sent na a neat office calendar issued by the National Insurance Company of New Zealand. Received. — We have received from the Napier Evening News staff a card conveying a Christmas greeting. We reciprocate the kindly wishes. A Good Religion. —We can recommend the reading and ic-reading of the matter printed under the heading “ Why Not Get Op and Git; a Lay Sermon,” printed on page 4. Anglican.— The Rev. A. C. Yorke (who has taken charge of the district) preached his first sermon in Arrowtown on Sunday morning last. He preaches again on Sunday j evening next. Revenue. —The Customs receipts for the past nine months are £31,591 in excess of three-fourths of the Treasurer’s estimate for the year, and the beer duty also is £2,600 above the estimate. Clerk of Courts.— I The appointment of Constable Patrick Bowman as Clgrk of the R.M. Court, Arrowtown, and of the licensing committees of the districts of •Arrowtown, Arrow, Matukituki, and Cardrona is gazetted. j Prolific —A neighboring farmer tells us that he this week inspected a crop of wheat | growing on Mr D. O’Fee’s land that he ■ considers about the best he has seen on the Terrace. He also noticed on the edge thereof a stool of oats, and he counted 80 stalks from the one grain of seed. Bo&ouoh Council. —On Monday evening there was a special meeting of the Arrow Borough Council, when Mr J. F. Healey i was appointed valuator of borough property j for the year. Mr Henry Graham was installed as mayor. Notice of motion was given for taking into consideration the m atter of the clerk and dayman’s remuneration. Politics. —The correspondent of a Dunedin paper thus quotes “ the prince of burbers, Figaro” ;—“ Politics ! I know them well. To pretend ignorance of what one knows, and to feign a knowledge of everything one is igr arant of; to listen to what one does not understand, and not to hear what one does understand ; to possess the great secret of hiding what one does not possess ; to closet oneself to mend pens ; to appear profound wheu one is only hollow and empty ; to play at being a great personage, well or indifferently; to spread spies abroad and pension traitors ; to intercept letters, and to endeavor to ennoble poverty of means by the importance of the objects—this is the sum total of politics.” Social.— On Monday evening last Mr and Mrs Jopp entertained th» ir friends at a dance in the Athenaeum Hall, to celebrate the birthday of their eldest sun, who, having adopted a calling in life away from home, Ins paid his parents a virit in the holiday 8 asoo. There was a huge gathering of friends, all of whom spent a pleasont time. Air A. Murphy (violin), W. Baker (cornet), and Miss Illingworth (piano) supplied good music and Mr Stoddart was M.C, A splendid spread was provided in the adjoining room. Songs were sung by a number and step-dances were given. The special item most appreciated was a double Irish jig danced by Mr John Jopp jun., and Mr P. Houlihan. Mr Stoddart returned the thanks of the gnests to the host and hostess. Postal Reductions. —The reduced rates of postage on letters, etc.. New Zealand to the United Kingdom came into force an the Ist inst The reductions apply to the ’Frisco and Plymouth routes (but not to the Brindmi route), and now stand Ordinary letters, not exceeding £oz, 2sd ; every additional %oz, 2Jd; additional fee for registration, 3dy newspapers, Id; books—loz, Id ; 2oz, 2d ; 2oz to 4oz, 4d ; every additional 2oz, 2d ; packets—loz, Id ; 2oz, 2d ; every additional 26z, 2d. These are funny calculations for books and packets. Post cards may; now also be sent to the United Kingdom via ’Frisco .for 2d, the additional value may be given to the cards at present in use by attaching a Id adhesive stamp. Special cards are being prepared, however. Alas ! Poor Manders !—Henry Manders —whose name is known better than any other In the district—died at Queenstown at 8 a. in. of Monday last. At one time he was Wakatipu’s representative in Parliament. After his defeat by Mr H, J. Finn for the representation of the district, he eked out a precarious existence, mining agency and casual employment |aa a newspaper correspondent serving to supply the funds required for his liveli hood. According to the medical testimony death was the result of the excessive use of alcoholic spirits. For some days prior to bis death he bad been on the spree with a man named Towers. The two had occupied one bed. Towers turned out first (about 6), for the purpose of getting a bottle of whisky, and on returning did not attempt to arouse deceased (as he thought he was sleeping) I until 8.30, when he found that life was extinct. Such was the end of Henry Manders, a man of undoubted abilty that had somehow been misdirected. As the Parliamentary representative of the district he did much therefor. Will the public remember the good that this remarkable man has done ? Children’s Picnic. —The annual Sunday school picnic for the children of the district came off on New Year’s Day. The weather early in the morning proved anything but favorable, and doubts were expressed as to whether the picnic could be held that day; but towards midday it cleared off. The attendance was large, considering the weather, and the games proved very enjoyable. Sev ral races were run, there being plenty of prizes in the shape of toys, etc. A small band was got up to make the day a cheerful one, but just as everything was in full awing, the rain descended driving the people to such places of shelter as they could find. The management decided to adjourn to the drillshed, where the children and adults indulged in some in-door games and more races were run. Tea was served there, and afterwards all made for their respective homes, satisfied with the pleasure the day had afforded. Those whom we noticed giving assistance in the wot k of promoting the pleasure of others were Mesdames Edwards, Keating, Foord, and Smith, and Messrs E. J. and A. Foord, Keating, F. Smith, Fe-gnson, and Elliott, besides a host of young

Good Time. —The Cromwell Argus reports Charles Richards to have run 100 yards in 10i sees, at the Caledonian Society’s sports. Another Shift —Cons’able Barratt has received short notice of his transfer to Gore. The Constable has proved himself an efficient and trustworthy officer during his location here, a man, we believe, not afraid to do his duty. Under Orders. —Sergeant M‘Leod is under orders to procee I to take charge of the luve-cargill station. Sergt. M‘Donnell succeeds him at Queenstown. Sergeant M'Leod is to be congratulated, as the change means promotion. Rainfall, —The rainfall for November as observed by Mr L. Hotop at Queenstown was 5.92 inches, being much above the average of places at which records were kept. It would have been interesting to know, for the sake of comparison, what the rainfall was at Oamarn. By the way, these returns like other official returns are so long delayed in publication as almost to make them useless. This information appears in the Gazette of the 24th December. Accident. — An accident happened to-day near the Roaring Meg to G. Mountney and James Richards, of Cromwell. They were driving a double buggy when the pole fixings became detached. Richards when getting out fell, sustaining some bruises on the face. The limses got clear of the buggy and bolted but were caught about a mile above. The two walked to Victoria Bridge, where they got a fresh trap and proceeded to the races at Frankton. Lake County J.C. Races. —For the races to-day there is splendid weather, and the attendance is quite up to the average. Following are results up to time of going to press:—Hurdles—Butcherboy, 1; Waitangi, 2. Favorite ran off. Canuc and Stepper out of it. Handicap Hack—Makarora apparently easily won ; Canuc, second ; Shotover, third. Derby—Calora, who was largely backed, easily won; Getaway, second; Bonny Biink, third. Wild (Wave was the other starter. “ The Etiquette of Suction.” —A correspondence has recently taken place on this subject, which will be more readily understood if the colonial name be applied—- “ shouting,” to wit. We did not know that this absurd practice prevailed at Home, With one if the conclusions arrived at few will quarrel—“ The man of many acquaintances is apt to find the custom at times inconvenient, and to wish that it were possible for tokens of good-will to take a form not entirely bibulous.” Wanaka Races. —The following were the winners at the Wanaka Races held Thursday and Friday last.—Maiden Plate, Bonny Blink; Stewards’ Handicap, Loo; Hack Selling, Makarora (w. o.); Three-mile Trot, Skip ; Albert-town Handicap, Butcherboy ; Selling Trot, Skip; Hack Race, Pinfire ; Hurry Scurry, Canuc ; Hurdles, Blackboy ; Flying, Loo; Two-and-a-half-mile Trot, Kate (40 secs); Novel Makarora (w. o.); Wanaka Jockey Club Handicap, Sir Julius ; Two-mile Trot, Present Times ; Consolation, Pahie. Peculiar Ideas of Justice. —According to the Mail report, the justices who heard the charge of indecent assault against Ahda box Mllok “ said they were decided [? di- . vided] in their opinion as to the committal I of accused for trial, but were unanimous j that the direct evidence available (only | piosecutrix and accused being present when alleged assault was committed) was not s sufficient to induce a jury to convict. The accused was therefore discharged.” Tins shows great stupidity. Seemingly, one of them wanted to commit accused icr trial on . what they brth deemed insufficient evidence. This would have been making justice ridiculous. Worth Considering. —The takings at the gates at the i’ap.inui Caledonian Society’s j late games was £l6 10s in shillings. In ad- j ditiou there were members who, u.v providing | themselves with ass card, entered free. I o I is worth the while of our local sports tom- | mittee considering the wisdom of making a small charge at Ihe gates It would pay, «e feel sure ; and no one can say but that it is a fair way of meeting the expense ot such gatherings. They are got up for the public and the public should pay for them, and the necessary sum would tuna be contributed by the many, and in a way they would not feeL At present it is left to the willing horses. Come at Last. —.John Roberts (President of the Dunedin Exnibitiou)hus been knighted. What, in heaven’s name, has he done to secure this “ honor,” we would like to know. A few newspaper flunkeys put up the job. John Roberts didn’t want any Exhibition ; but, after a lot of badgering, he consented to take some hand it, was elected president, made mayor of Dunedin almost agiiust his will, lauded by a servile press that was greatly disappointed at the honor not coming sooner. After a lot of straining and urging, it has come at last. We hope Sir John’s friends are pleased now. To us the whole proceedings are disgusting and contemptible. A true mau needs no labelling. We, as colonists, are developing into a set of despicable “Jeamses. ’ Bazaar. —The bazaar in aid of S . Patrick’s Church, which was opened in the Arrow Athenaeum last Weduesday proved a great financial success. The takings and the collections already tot up to £179, and as there are still a number of useful articles in hand, which are to be disposed of this evening, it is expected that the nett proceeds will be over £2OO. The ladies who presided over the different stalls were Mesdames Butel, Cotter, Delany, Donaldson, Enright, and M’Ponnell (fancy stalls), and Mesdames Butler and Perrelle (refreshment and produce stall). Miss M’Grath and Miss M'Eutyre attended to the “ bran pie,” and Madame de Drouska was kept busy telling fortunes. There were so many young ladies assisting in the getting off of raffles, etc., that it would be impossible to name them all. He Was a Man.— The Rev. Henry White, who was found dead in his bed of heart disease on the morning of October 7, has left a blank in certain London circles which will not easily be filled. As Chaplain of the Savoy he was a rare instance of the right mau being found in the right place. Perhaps if his clerical preferment had come to him in another form, people would have said of him that he had mistaken his vocation, for there were no makings of the parish priest in him, and his resolute contempt of the conventions of the cloth would have alienated many weak-kneed brethren. He had no quarrel with others who were stricter in their views than himself, for he was a large-minded man of boundless tolerance, who was apt to give all men credit for good intentions, or, at worst, to convict them of unfortunate mistakes. He was a man ot the world, who made human nature his study, and, by sympathy with its weaknesses and charity for its shortcomings, he acquired a personal influence among his followers that many a man pt more austere piety might vainly hope for. As a preacher, Henry White was earnest and impressive. There was a quality about his sermons that made listening to him unalloyed pleasure. A sad, musical voice, an admirable delivery, an interesting personality, a flavor of culture, and u large humanity constituted the attractions of those lost discourses. He always preached on conduct; charity was his strongest subject; but of doctrine his congregation rarely heard a • word. Indeed, be cared little or nothing | about the points which so deeply interest so • many of his brethren, and I think he would I have been as ready to “hang theology” as *• was his old friend Prebendary Rogers. — ■ European Mail.

The Courts In Wakatipu. —“ A Resident” thus writes the Daily Times : —“ Sir, For some time past a system has prevail cl in Wakatipu of the clerk of courts at Queenstown doing the warden’s clerk of court work at Arrow town also, and thiswhen the sergeant of police at Arrrow undertakes and does the work of clerk of the R. M. Court there. Now, what puzzles the public is this : If the sergeant can do the R.M. work at Arrow, why can he not also do the Warden’s Court work ? He is competent to do it, hut the Justice department don’t make the appointment, from ignorance, 1 believe, of the true state of matters. The Queenstown clerk is overworked, and has all his work to do to get through his duties there without Arrow being put on to him. The present system gives general dissatisfaction, and is far more expensive than letting the Arrow sergeant do both courts, besides overworking a good officer. It is to be hoped that the department will make an alteration.”