PRINCE ALFRED IN CANTERBURY.

Lyttelton Times, Volume XXXI, Issue 2604, 10 May 1869, Page 2 (Supplement)

PRINCE ALFRED IN CANTERBURY.

In addressing a publio mooting, convened by himself to make preliminary arrangements for the reception of tho Duke of Edinburgh, his Honor tho [Superintendent expressed a hopffttiat in classes of tho people, as well as all parte of tho province, would cordially unite in giving a hearty weloomo to tho Queen’s son. His Honor’s wish was fulfilled. The greeting accorded to His Royal Highness was in every way worthy of tho occasion and of tho province. And all tho arrangements, from the landing iu Lyttelton down to most trifling details of the ceremonies in Christchurch and elsewhere, wore remarkably wall carried out LYTTELTON. Tho inhabitants of Lyttelton wore astir at an early hour on April 22, end it was evident that they intended to receive the Prince right loyally. Concluding preparations wore cheerily pushed forward from daylight, and by tho general activity it was clear that, proportionate to the event, so had all former efforts at display been excelled. Tho municipal authorities did not, perhaps, attain the prominence they would, had Ilis Royal Highness accepted the invitation to tho Colonists' Hall—tho triumphal arch <•» rontt, and the ornamentation of the building being rendered unnecessary—but they were far from idle, and the demonstration as a whole clearly promised to bo a most fitting prelude to the more important festivities of the capital.

The Galatea had not been signalled overnight, and the jetty was bosoigod at an early hourby eager enquirers. The L’ort officials had far from an easy task to perform in answering them. For some time no reliable information could be given, as the signal staff made no sign, but about eight o’clock, the Betsy Douglas brought news that both the Galatea and her consort had passed the beads. Satisfied on this point, several small craft started down the harbour. Meantime the streets, hitherto almost forsaken, began to present a busier and more festive appearance. Pedestrians, in costume varied according to their intended participation in the proceedings, gradually increased, whilst the strictly spectator portion of the public was rapidly augmented by railway arrivals and visitors from the Peninsula and the Bays. Flags were unfurled ; long lines of every description were festooned across streets ; the jetty preparations wore pronounced complete ; and by a little after nine o’clock a beautiful tnstmbit was presented. Commencing at the water's edge, wc noted the landing stairs laid with blue cloth, the hand rail on cither side draped with scarlet and surmounted by tall tuft# of toi-toi. At the bead of the stairs, and so arranged as to directly front the water approach to the jetty, was a triple arch of excellent design and tasteful execution. The vegetation included tree ferns, nikau palms, and some other of the rarest of our bush productions, and on the seaward face wore the words “ Welcome Victoria’s Son," worked with leaves on a white ground, whilst on the reverse was inscribed " God Bless I'rincc Alfred.” To the right tear of this structure was a covered dais laid with blue cloth, with a crimson front of the same material. The Royal Arms were displayed in the centre of the pediment, flanked by the Koval Monogram, and the whole surmounted by national flags. Immediately to the right, and placed against the railway fence, were a number of seats reserved for ladies, and nearer the jetty again was a platform covered with blue cloth from which UisKoyal Highness was to step into the train. These arrangements only covered a spate® of about SO feet square, and reflected great credit on their designers. Looking from this point towards the town, a pretty view was afforded. Far up the hill side*, right and loft, banners were to bo seen, whilst at the base of the town flags of every conceivable description wore festooned in a line parallel with the jetty. A farther string also spanned Norwich Quay, and the individual displays higher up were very good. The latter, however, suffered to some extent in effect by the total absence of wind, as they hung quite motionless and close to the poles. Looking seaward, a no less pleasing view was obtained. All the vessels in harbour were profusely decorated with every species of nautical bunting, and the watermen’s boats, with flags flying, were a prominent feature, being particularly neat and clean in appearance. The harbour was beautifully smooth—almost without a ripple as far as the eye could reach, and the brightness of the atmosphere enable,! the rugged beauty of the surrounding hills to be seen to peculiar advantage. The water approach round the breakwater was marked out wish flags, and everything evidenced the care taken in carrying out the preliminary arrangements for the visit. thk i.asi>n>c.. As ten o’clock approached, the public began to collect near the landing place, and the volunteers, with represent stives of the public and other institutions, formed in their respective order. The special train having also arrived from Christchurch, hi* Honor the Superintendent, with the members of the Executive, appeared, and each section of the assembly took up its proper position. When oamplete, the arrangements were most satisfactory—a pleasing, compact, and effective picture being produced. A detachment of police, under Mr Commissioner Shearman and Inspector Buckley, headed the stairs, and kept the allotted space clear, whilst the Artiikrv. who had posted their gun on the reclaimed ground, formed a double line from the arch to the dais. Behind the right hard rank of these a seuwtr.le was formed of t o farnWH Odd Fellows, a d school children, from the arch to ihc left flank of the dais. The space allotted for ladles was ol.re.ly crowded, and behind the public bodies we have noticed there was a large throng of spectators. A little before the hour fixed for landing, about twenty of the watermen's beats, crowded with passengers and each carrying a blue ensign at the stem, rowel down the bartvmr to meet His Koval Highness, and at twenty minutes pvast tea the

faint reverberation of henry runs r*j beard. ibis induced * very perceptible in-

cmk af excitement. hut the Galatea beisjg ost Quay Bay—quite tour miles distant—-a ccuttderahle time su'd elapsed before any actual saga# of the Koyal approach were visible. Meantime his Honor the Superintendent aai Executive. the Very Her, the IVan of Christchurch. Mr 0. 0. Bowen, the local authorslie*. **hl the members of the Westland deputation, had assembled at she bead of the stairs and eagerly watched the point of the breakwater, when. »c may note, the hard labour gang were collected to obtain a view of she Koval visitor. In twelve minute* alter she time of the salute, the Ofkwso was observed so dtp her eosi#u- followed by she doha Knox, and the Guiielle. which had ostensibly gene eff ft* H» Royal Hyrhaes#* luggage, steamed into view with she watermen's Kaw in; at:. danoe. The latter ww narrowly scrutinised., u it was an .Vrstosi shat Ut# Koyal Highness, fallowing the example of she Governor, would ewu* ashore sa hi# ft g. bat no sign* of a likely craft were to be #wn The watermen's boat* in the meant sue kept o'-csr conaarts with, the steamer. and speculation was tt*y wide in it* atterptensiou of the say*.

tery. No one thought for a moment that His Royal Highness was on board the Gazelle, and she had approached close to the stairs before much attention was paid to her. Some one, however, possessed of a good glass, chanced to see his Excellency tho Governor standing on the dock, and the inference being clear, there was just time to place the Volunteers and others on the </mi i'ii'(i. Tho Gazelle, amidst an undecided cheer, came alongside the stairs, and his Honor the Superintendent, with t ie members of tho Executive, descended to receive the Royal visitor. Tho height of tho steamer’s bulwarks above tho landing stage unfortunately caused a delay, as embarrassing ns it was unforeseen, but it was cleverly and somewhat characteristically get over. Immediately on leaving the Gazelle His Royal I Ugliness was received by his Honor the Superintendent, and conducted on to the jetty. Stepping on to it, ho was greeted with a rouni of cheering, led oIT by the Superintendent, and joined in witli hearty enthusiasm. At the moment this greeting of welcome burst forth the Artillery fired a Royal salute, and the two lines of volunteers presented arms, their band playing tho first bar of the National Anthem in tho rear. His Royal Highness looked remarkably well, and was dressed in morning costume, as were also his Excellency ttie Governor and the members of tho suite. Courteously acknowledging bis reception, the Prince passed under the arch and on to the dais amid successive rounds of cheering. Here his Honor the Superintendent stepped forward, and silence being finally obtained presented the following Address :

*. To His Royal Highness Prince Alfred Ernest Albert, Duke of Edinburgh, Knight of tho most Noble Order of the Garter, &e., &e., &e.

<• May it please Your Royal Highness,—

“ On behalf of tho inhabitants of tho Province of Canterbury, it is my high privilege to weloomo »yonr Royal Highness to this portion of the colony with expressions of hearty loyalty to the "throne, and of sincere ami affectionate attachment to the Queen and Roval Family.

" Wo regard the presence of . our Royal Highness in this portion of llei Majesty's dominions as an especial proof of the care and interest extended by our Gracious Sovereign to the most distant dependencies of her vast empire, and we rejoice in the opportunity afforded to ns of welcoming, in the person’of your Royal Highness, the sou of a Queen whose virtues have won the love and reverence of all Her people, and the respect and admiration of tho world. *• We venture to assure your Royal Highness that nowhere in Her Majesty’s dominions lias the love of those Civil and Religious Institutions which have grown up and flourished around the throne of England been more firmly implanted than in the Province of Canterbury.

“ The visit of your Koval Highness will, if possible, bind more closely the ties which unite us to the Mother Country, and reader more fervent the attachment which we feel to the throne and person of Her Majesty. " In the name of the people of Canterbury, 1 offer your Koval Highness the heartiest welcome to this I’rovineo.

“ William Koi.lkston. *• Superintendent.” His Koval Ugliness advanced a step and in a clear but somewhat low tone read a reply as follows : •• Mr Superintendent and Gentlemen.

“ No answer that I can return to your address will sufficiently convey inv thanks to you. or express the pleasure which 1 have derived from the manifestations of loyalty and affection to the Queen, my mother, by which I have been met upon ray arrival in this province. You will not doubt the readiness with which I undertook the duty entrusted to me by Her Majesty, of visiting her New Zealand dominions; and now that I have arrived at this distant point of my journey, I can say with truth that the expectation which I had formed of the pleasure and instruction to he derived from it have been more than realised. •• 1 acknowledge with gratitude the earnest prayers which you offer up to Almighty God on my behalf, and 1 trust that my future course will bo such as will host secure me the esteem and confidence of all classes of Her Majesty’s subjects throughout the empire. “ Alford.’’ To the Inhabitants of the province of Canterbury, N'.Z. Further cheering succeeded, and his Worship the Mayor of Lyttelton then ascended the if,its. and with a brief explanation presented the following Address on behalf of the town: — To his Royal Highness, Alfred Timest Albert, Duke of Edinburgh : •• We, the Mayor. Councillors, and Burgesses of the Borough of Lyttelton, respectfully offer to your Koval Highness our sincere expression of loyalty and regard, and congratulate your Koval Highness on your safe arrival in this, the port. of the province of Canterburv,

•• Wo embrace the opportunity of expressing our loyalty and attachment to the Throne and person of Her Most Gracious Majesty, o’.ir beloved Queen.

" Wo cordially unite in wishing your Royal Highness every personal happiness, and hope your memory of this visit may carry with it feelings of pleasure, and that you will be spared to return in health and safety to the laud we fonder call home,"

His Koval Highness accepted the address, and in!snared to his Worship that a reply should Ire transmitted to the Council. Rounds of cheering then followed for Her Majesty the Queen and his Excellency the Governor, and the hearty fervour with which the latter were given must have shown his Excellency how rle.vsurably he was welcomed back to the province.

These terminated the otikial welcome to his Royal Highness, but at a civen sternal an equally pleasing tribute was tendered by the school children singing the National Anthem. This they did in really creditable style, con- 1 si.ierin.it the mixed nature and youth of the i assemblage. The effsvt was Kcth appropriate and impressive. His Royal Highness listened, as also did every one in the crowd, with oncovered head, and on its conclusion another round of cheering was given, whilst several bouquets were thrown on to the dais. These demonstrations having been acknowledged, the Artillery changed their position so as to • fonu a passage to the platform, and. the train ■ beta* in readiness, his Royal Highness was j escorted by his Honor the Superintendent to i the carriage set apart for the Royal warty, A j parting obeet wa* then stiver., and* ar’fc;:rodr.ntes past eleven the engine move , away i on i;s journey to Christchurch. Mr Thorn- 1 ton. she Railway engineer, was in charge of • the train, ait 1 what little had to be done was carried out with a smoothness and absence i front confusion highly creditable to the de- ' patimeut. A high rate of speed was attained ' before entering the tunnel, and this portion i of the distance was acoompi ished in exactly j nve minutes, whilst the whole journey to Christchutvh coeupied only ht een minutes. The spevhai train was drawn by No. * engine. | which was profusely deoerated with J . w c rs, j evergreens, and tra srar.notes. The letter, j which were exceedingly appropriate, were j executed by one of the railway employes. j CHRISTCHURCH. j Never has Christchurch presented so truly j jay an irpfjßiace as on April 2J. The sight j was e' en mere than cay : it was a grant one i front whatever rein; of vl,- ■< was regard evl el arc where one would, the ey e was me: by what notch: literal.y be ter.mxl a thicket of ; bunting. wht'.st almost all the houses tn the principal thoroughfares were c-herwise decked '? in a manner never before at- « rin this city. For weeks the visit of his Royal Highr.ess had. been to. everybody's wind, and his Sanding at Weihugton was the signal for pre-.ears tn real e -.rncst. although. they Cad toer qu;e:‘v gome or. it sente diwotioc.s even before the Urine* had retched Adelaide on hts ssv'"..i trir Fa nters were as busy as tb.cv co-ill b. t sat;s*ying the demand fee transparecoces, and an

impetus was given to almost every branch of trade. Wednesday was of course a very busy day throughout Christchurch. The trimming of arclios, the fitting up of transparencies, gas-jets, flagpoles, &c., required the employment of a considerable amount of labour, and bustle reigned everywhere. Inside Harnard’s Repository, the Furnishing and Decoration Committees were busily occupied in carrying out tho necessary preparations for the people’s banquet, which promised to be one of the greatest successes connected with tho reception of the Prince. On Wednesday evening some of the transparencies in various parts of the city were lighted up, so as to afford those most interested an opportunity of observing the effect they would produce. Tho work of decoration proceeded until a late hour, and many worked hard throughout the entire night. With such exertions ns we have described, tho ctlbct produced could not fail to be in every way worthy of the city. Comparatively speaking, tho display was in advance of Christchurch, and would have done credit to older and more populous towns in tho sister colony. Thanks to tho City Council, the thoroughfares presented a tidier appearance than is ordinarily the case ■, and iu no place was the improvement more noticeable than at the Government Buildings. The morning opened gloriously, the white mist being quickly dispelled by the rising sun. There was an entire absence of wind, and it was feared this calmness would continue until after the procession, and that consequently the bunting would not be displayed as it was desirable it should be. As day dawned, the preparations were re-com-menced and pushed forward with all possible expedition, the decoration of some of the arches being still far from completed. A large number of citizens and others availed themselves of the opportunity offered to visit Lyttelton by tho eight o’clock train, iu order that they might be spectators of the landing, and the "special train which followed at a few minutes after nine carried to port the heads of departments, the representatives of the Press, and a few others who had received invitations, At the Christchurch terminus, the decoration of the tent for the reception of ilis Koval Highness on alighting from the train was being actively carried on under the superintendence of Mr Greenaway, the secretary of the Horticultural Society. This tent adjoined the refreshment room, and was left open at both ends. Alighting from tho Royal carriage, it was intended that the Prince should enter from the platform, and, passing through to the front, should there be formally received by ids Worship the Mayor and City Councillors, The tent was very tastefully decorated with choice flowers, evergreens, flags, &e., and benches were ranged on either side, on which there was a plentiful display of shrubs and pot plants iu flower, kindly lent for the occasion by members of the Horticultural Society. The roadway leading from the tent to the Custom-house was levelled so as to offer no obstacle to the procession, and at the gateway leading from Manchester street to the Railway stores a triumphal arch had been erected, and tastefully decorated under the direction of Mr Stewart, also a member of the Horticultural Soeietv. t>n both face* of this arch the words

•• Welcome. Koval Duke,” were painted in large rod and royal blue letters on a white ground. JT.igs were run up from all the stores within the railway enclosure, and the ensign was unfurled on a flag pole which had been specially erected by the Government in the paddock adjoining the Custom House. Up Manchester street, some evergreens and a couple of flags were displayed at the entrance to the Kailway Foundry, and the unsightly tank in front of the Borough hotel was judiciously hidden by a profusion of evergreens. A line of flags was run across the street from Barrett's hotel to the Caversh am. Kadi house unturled the ensign, and there was a white banner in the centre of the row of bunting, on which the words “ Welcome to Christchurch” were painted in large letters. At Bethel Ware's corner, a line of bunting was run across the whole width of the building; and at the corner of what used to be Messrs. J. T. Pea. cock and Co’s establishment, flags were displayed in the torm of a triangle four pennants (denoting welcome) surmounted by an ensign. Morton’s hotel was profusely decorated with evergreens, and the White Hart was not in any wav behindhand. The words •• Welcome Prince Alfred ’’ in floral letters on a green ground were displayed along the entire length of the building, and the figure of the hart was also decked off after a like fashion. The door and windows of Messrs Wilson and Alport’s establishment were very neatly encircled by holly branches, which, though single, looker! remarkably well. In Cashel street, rows of flags were run across from Cobb and Co's to Cashel House, and from the Press office to the Canterbury Foundry.

The arch erected across the thoroughfare from Waterloo House corner by order of the City Councilor the Reception Committee,was gaily decorated, and presented a very neat and substantial appearance. The design of this and the other official arches reflects great credit on the City Purveyor. Stages from which to obtain a view of the procession were erected at the Canterbury Foundry and in the yard attached to the establishment of Mr William Montgomery. A row of bunting was run across Oxford Terrace, opposite Messrs Martin and Uawson's photographic rooms, and a banner in the centre with a royal blue ground, and red. white, and blue borders, bore the words “God Bless Prince Alfred" pain tel in red. white, and blue. The neighbourhood of the Triangle presented a pretty sight, every house displaying its bunting and other decorations. The arch erected opposite the old Wesleyan Chapel was not finished until the very last moment. It was nearly similar in style to the one in Cashel street, except that the decorations were more profuse. The centre had a span of th* feet, and the archways a: either side 10 feet. The w.rd "Welcome" was written in large letters on either fare, and this was surmounted by s transparency, showing the Royal Arms on one side and the Corporation Arms on the other. Four flags were unfurled at the top, and a row of banting ran across from either extremity of the erection.

The Bank of New Zealand was conspicuous in the general display, every point available for decoration having been taken advantage of with great judgment and taste. It was not till night that the decorations of the other banks could be seen to advantage. la Cathedral Squire preparations were made for the school children, who were to sing the National Anthem when the precession should reach this part of the city. The TV.wes office ar.i the premises of Messrs J M. hey wvi a.td Co sent fort.: a large dismay of hunting, which imparted

an animated look to trerything around. Another arch was erected a: the intersection of Colombo ar. 1 Armagh streets. The style wss si ■Mlar to she one tr. Cashel street, fiti'.i

another arch ».«erected in she White;*- read onp.-sise the Britannia Hotel. This wss a Gothic arch of one span.dtwiatedpnncir* iy with native shrub# and tree*. dax. soi-roi. &,-. The buttresses were finished w.:h tree# u pinnacles, A full length portrait of her

Majesty. in her state robes, was placed c*er she arch*way, wish the Hoy*! arsn# on one fine and on the other toose of Prace Alfred. There were three on the iron mi buttresses—the centre being that of the oity of b'dinbargh. and tie other* the white mi red ensign*. The tncttc * Welectee Son of Motors* mi Albert the G.vd" was alee displayed in Imre letters. At the request of his Worship the Mayer, the T*ri:n» bodies who bad s-’-nihed their intention oi taking rut in the pr.vftss:-c,n repaired. to the rioinssy of she railway station about sen o'clock. Arrived here, sney were marshalled into crier by Mr Oaf?, the City Surrey,--, mi it is rents activity ;hvt she order which marked she rrccoedh-gs fro-on beg-nning so end is in * great rneasnre to he atirtbutecl. We no nos exaggerate when *e ssrsh.it fully ten shonsani pecpi? were ranged shc-ng she route which she rrwrssvn was ann enured to take lore before she arrival of she Prince as too rsi'w*y ssatve. Large nn v.be-trs t'setnhloi on the v?:y house tors, ,vc i every *irio» wee crowded with s:ec'a:rs, who. tn noth? instance-*, raid hm-isocnely for * good position, mere was aa extraordinary sniax of cccatrr victors who sacrificed

much time and travelled long distances in order that they might join the citizens in the great and general demonstration. No part of the city presented so imposing a spectacle as Cathedral square. Here, a large number of school children were arranged in order awaiting the approach of the procession, and no portion of the demonstration was more interesting or better arranged. TUB ARRIVAL AT CHRISTCHURCH. The train entered the Christchurch station at nineteen minutes past eleven, and the Royal carriage having stopped opposite the reception tent, his Royal Highness and suite alighted. This was the signal for a burst of cheering, and the City Artillery at the same time commenced a Royal salute. The members of the Fire Brigade and the police lined the pathway across the platform, whilst the Mayor and’ City Councillors occupied the centre of the covered space. Entering the tent, a display of the choicest stove and greenhouse flowers met the gaze, and even amidst the excitement of the moment it was impossible not to notice the skill evinced in their arrangement, together with the general mode of decoration. Stepping forward to meet His Royal Highness, the Mayor presented the following Address “To his Royal Highness Prince Alfred Ernest Albert, Duke of Edinburgh, K.G.. K.T. “ May it please your Royal Highness,— “ We, tlie Mayor and Councillors, on behalf of the citizens of Christchurch, as loyal subjects of our most gracious Queen, desire warmly and sincerely to welcome your Royal Highness. We feel deeply sensible of tlie special favour conferred on us by the sanction of her most gracious Majesty to your visit to this the most distant part of her dominions, and are fully assured that it will be the means of further cementing that bond of union which attaches us to the mother country, to which it is our pride and boast to belong.

“ We sincerely hope that the visit of your Royal Highness to our city may be as much a source of satisfaction to you as it is of gratification to ourselves, in bidding you welcome.

“ We heartily pray that the Almighty disposer of events, in His good providence, may ever guard your Highness as He has hitherto done, from all perils, cither by land or sea.” Tlie following reply was handed to the Mayor : *• Mr Mayor and Gentlemen — *‘ 1 thank you sincerely for the address which you have just presented to me, and I avail myself of the occasion to request you to express to the citizens, whose municipal councillors you are, my warm acknowledgments for the hearty welcome with which they have greeted me to-day. *• Tlie affection which the Queen bears to all her subjects is in no portion of her Majesty’s vast empire more justly merited than in this colony, where the energy and perseverance of its loyal inhabitants have raised it to its present shite of prosperity. “ I can also assure you that the interest taken bv Her Majesty in the welfare of her New Zealand subjects is most heartily shared by myself, and it gives me tbe greatest pleasure to have this opportunity of visiting you. “ Alfred.

" To the Mayor, Councillors, and Citizens of Christchurch.”

On His Koval Highness emerging from the tent, the vast crowd assembled on the open space in front testified their welcome in repeated cheers. The volunteers, who were drawn up on both sides of the roadway from the reception tent a considerable distance towards the line of route, presented arms, and the bands played the first bar of the National Anthem. The view embraced at this time was most inspiriting and decidedly one of the leading features of the demonstration. The number of persons was immense. The contrast of varied colours in dress and decorations was very pleasing, and the back ground of vegetation. with the numerous flags flying on every side, aided the general effect. THE PROCESSION. His Royal Highness, accompanied by the Governor and two members of his suite, on leaving the reception tent, took Ids seat in an open barouche drawn by six magnificent black horses. The procession having been previously arrange-!, it moved off. after a short delay, amidst further cheers and other popular demonstrations. The ease and celerity with which this was eflected call for spk'ial notice. The horses in the royal carriage were somewhat restive daring the ovation, and one got its fore legs over the swingle-tree, but with a little care on the part of Messrs Cole and Co.’s men. the possibility of accident was removed. The following is the relative order of the procession:—

Police Employes of the Canterbury Foundry Lancashire and Cheshire Men Members of the Iron Trade Butchers (Mounted) Oddfellows Band Foresters Maoris (Mounted) Steam Fire Engine and Brigade Clergy Carriages containing his Honor the Judge, the Kegistrar, and C. Bowen. H.M. The Speaker of the Provincial Council, the Sheriff and Crown Prosecutor Private Carriages Carriages containing His Honor the Superintendent and Executive The City Council The Mayor. City S olicitor, and Clerk Yeomanry Band Cavalry w Z Carriage containing i--s H.K.H. THE IVks of Edinburgh. '± h Kis Excellency the Governor. Carriages containing His Koyal Highness’ Suite Yeomanry Cadets Artillery Band Volunteers. The roadway leading into Manchester street was lined on one side with grain-laden trucks, which were crammed with spectators, whilst the new warehouses were profusely decorated with Sags, and large parties of ladies were seated on hales of flax at the entrance. The appearance of his Koyal Highness was greeted by these with every possible mode of welcome, {and, as the procession passed under the first triumphal arch through which it debouched on to Manchester street, an excellent opportunity was afforded for observing it. As an incident of the procession. it is worthy of note that Mr Barnes, of the a■';* -v ronrirv. .impelnis -ags. as a sa.utaticn sc the Prince. »hich he acknowledged. The detachment of police comprised both mounted and foot, and were as near the ; model of such bodies in st>pearance as coaid 1 be. The employes of the Canterbury j Founirv had a magnificent banner borne in front of them, and were a numerous body for one establishment. The tanner was made of blue silk, and had a large locomotive ercine in the centre of a sr-ectss of network which had also circles cf open spare a: each corner, tilled in respectively by a plough, reaping machine, wool press, and tdax machine. All these ornaments" >us were worked in with geld. In admen to this, they also carried a crown above a hammer, crasped by * hand. The Lancashire and Cheshire men had with them an imitation cf the traditions! rush j cart attest Jed by four Morris dancer*. _ These I latter were not, however. permittee to muu-ge . in their antics during the precession, and tnoch of the noveity was therefore lost. Tne ; members cf the iron tra "e were pre-coded by a blue silk banner bearing their name on a white ground, and mustered very siren sly. Ihe batchers were an inte-ressi'g sac attnetive feature in the procession. Tcey mas- ■ tested ar-waxds c-f li'X mo -ntc! ca nee look- - ing horses, act dressed in Ixas coats with crimson sash. breeches, and boots, in-e Oddfellows and Foresters carried them usual dags aai etabi-eens in addition to wearing tne ful. issicnis cf the respective :rtirs, but ; many ,-f -hem were new for the exasiou. ■ ae-i we hare never seen these orders stows to such advantage. The Maoris nun here--about eighty.'and presetted * Wz “ ; dressed. and novel ar pearanre, The leading sec- j

tion wore a unique specie* of helmet, manufactured from white and coloured flax, and the remainder wore forage caps with white bands and a single feather. Pita Te llori in full costume, in accordance with his rank as principal chief, brought up the rear, and we should further add that some of the troopearried native weapons ofvarious kinds. The Eire Brigade need no comment, as they did not belie their motto “ Always Ready.” The team attached to His Royal Highness’ carriage did more than ordinary credit to Messrs ('ole and Co., who supplied it, and was fully deserving of the distinction. Six horses, jet black, and matched to a nicety, ore not easily procured. Mr Cole handled the team in his usual skilful manner, and his Royal Highness’ suite were no less creditably provided. Major Wilson rode on the right of the carriage and Captain Packer on the left. The cadets looked their best, and tbe Artillery, Engineers, and Rifles mastered quite 350 strung. All the northern corps were strongly represented, and presented a very soldier-like appearance. These brought up the rear of the largest procession ever seen in the province. It was fully three-quarters of a mile in length, and occupied twenty minutes in passing a given point. From the time of leaving the reception tent at the station a large crowd waited upon the Royal carriage, and continued to keep pace with it to the finish. The crush in some places, during a momentary halt, was very great, but the public bore it good-humouredly, cheering and scrambling alternately for a look at the Prince. Passing along Manchester street, up fM. Asaph street into High street, large numbers of horsemen, country visitors in vehicles, and spectators at open windows and other elevations, were parsed, but it was not until approaching the Town Hall that a fair specimen of the civic demonstrations of loyalty was afforded. From thence the decorations became more profuse. Every available piece of open ground was trowded with spectators, mounted or in vehicles, and not a single window was without its occupants, whilst raised platforms and verandahs were thickly occupied with enthusiastic people. Turning into Cashel street, also, the best view of street decoration in the city was obtained. On the one hand was t > be seen the Cashel street arch, and on the other that erected in High street, each forming the extremity of a long vista of flags and evergreen-adorned buildings wit i numerous displays of transparencies. The cheering and waving of handkerchiefs at this part of the city, which his Royal Highness was continually called upon to acknowledge, was very great. Passing in this manner down Cashel street, on to Oxford Terrace, and up Hereford street, the procession turned into Cathedral square, and this appeared the cuhuiuating point of the excitement. Upwards of three thousand children from city and outlying district schools, were ranged on each side of the curve, and these were backed up by large crowds of adult spectators who joined in a continuous round of cheering, tbe loudest and longest of tlie day. The children were lightly dressed, and carried numerous pani-eoloured flags, which added to their general appearance, and served to accompany the plaudits by their incessant waving to and fro. The cheers having subsided, Mr J. B. Stansell led the National An:hem in which all joined and sung with loyal spirit. The effect was somewhat marred by the division of the two bodies of vocalists, but it had still an impressive power, and may unquestionabiy be deemed one of the most pleasing incidents of the demonstration.

Passing this point, there was a repetition ol the Cashel street ovation, and the appearanct of the buildings was no less bright and gay Having proceeded along Colombo street, and under the arch, the procession wheeled round the Fire Brigade station into Oxford Terrace and proceeded thence to the Clarendon Hotel Arriving there, the various bodies opened outwards, leaving the way clear for the carriagt of his Royal Highness, which drove up to tiif gate, and alighting amidst a farewell peal o applause, he passed into the hotel. The procession commenced to disperse aagreed upon, and in less than half an horn the approaches to the hotel were again com para lively clear. The provincial and muni cipal bodies adjourned to prepare for th< levee ; the Oddfellows and Foresters pro ceeded to the ground where their fete was u be carried out: the Maoris were directed b\ the civic authorities to the refreshment pro vided for them; the Volunteers were marches off to the Drill-shed, where a cold collation was provided for the outlying corps ; anthe general public p-incipally -directed theii steps towards Barnard's Repository. After Having the Clarendon, the volunteers were marched under Colonel i’acke to the Drill-shel. where an excellent luncheon was prepared. Members of the outlying corps were admitted free, but those resident in the city were charged half-a-crown per head. Accommodation was provided for abou: two hundred, bur c nsiderahly more than that number sat down. Refreshments being concluded, the men again fell in. and proceeded with their bands to Latimer Square, for review inspection. His Royal Highness was expected to visit the ground, but after waiting a short time the proceedings were commenced. Some preliminary manoeuvres were gone through, and the corps then marched past in quick time. A very creditable state of discipline was evinced, and the -display was a most satisfactory one. Colonel Facke being in command, with Captain Masked, No. 3. as Major, and Ensign Merton, of No. 4. f.s Adjutant. Returning again to the Drib shed, and being formed in suitable order. Colonel Packe addressed them in terms of praise for their attendance, and more especially the outlying cores. He then presented Private Cameron with the prize won by him in the Genera! Government district competition, c-onclad ng by calling for three cheers for His Royal H ghness Prince Alfred. The men were then dismissed from further duty, excepting those who had volunteered for attendance on the Prince. The schools represented in the square were the Kaispoi Native, St. Michael’s. St. John’s, St Lnae's. Aronside, Roman Catholic. Broadfields, Addington. Manchester street Congregational. Baptist (Lichfield street),Baptist (Ferry read). Baptist (Lincoln road). Parham sweet Wesleyan, St. Paul's Presbyterian, and St. Andrew's Presbyterian. Immediately after the demonstration in the square, the children ■were regaled with cake and milk, which had been stored in a tent on the ground. The

treat was evidently enjoyed by the young--1 sten, who subsequently dispersed, each I school under the charge of its teachers and superintendents, j TEE U.VZZ. A re: an h:ur*s re.os.- sc the Cicr;o : -. > his K-.-yal Highness to the Provincial Council Chamber. where he held a levee. I The wh-le of the representatives of the V> j luateer force were statirnei outside, while a ! guard of honour from the Lyttelton Voiunj teer Artillery, under the command of Captain ■ Hargreaves.* occupied the ioc-by. The strangers’ sal reporters’ galleries were, f. r the "occasion, given up to the ladies, of whom a large nu; ber were present. A chamber more fired for a roja! reception could not bs found in Sew Zealand, or. perhaps in the southern Hemisphere. Under reruhdocs previously issued, gentlemen ap-’eared either in oScial costume, uniform, or evendor dress. At 1.15 p.m. the Duke's approach announced by the strains of theN at: rnai Anthem, His Roys! Highness, who was dressed in the i uniform of a Post-Captain in Her Majesty's navr. wearing a so the insignia of tne Gar- ! ter.&c .was icccmp&akd by bis Excellency the ' Governor in the SYtaiscr uniform, who wore the cc-rdon of the order of St. Michael and St George, his Honor the Superintendent, and the members cf his suite. In attendance on the Prince were his two Equerries. :ne Hen £ Yorke. and Mr Haig HA Exc&kocr was sccvmpanSed by Cat tain A ieane, of H.M.S. Galatea, and Captain Montgomery, of H.M S. Blanche. Captain Pit:, A.D.C.. Lieutenant Fiticeorge and M. Che van =r va also present. These having the right of private arte had previously taken their paces in the Chamber, sod among then we raticed the members of the Provincial Eiecunve, the heads of the various religious denominations. ±e Seadect Magistrates cf the p-revinae. several members at the Legislative Cosacsl, I

the Mayors of the several Boroughs, his Honor Mr Justice Gresson and the Sheriff, Colonel Packe, and Major Cracroft Wilson, C.B. Standing at the Speaker’s chair, which had been shifted from its ordinary position to the right-hand side of the Chamber, his Royal Highness received tlie gentlemen who desired the honour of being presented. Those first presented were the members of the General Assembly. These were followed by the members of the Provincial Council, then the Clergy of the Church of England, the Very Rev Dean Jacobs presenting an address on behalf of the members of that communion, as did also the Rev C. Fraser on be .alf of the Presbytery of Canterbury. The ministers of various other denominations then followed. The Christchurch City Council were next presented, and other gentlemen followed in no particular order. The following is a list of the presentations :—The Very Rev. the Dean of Christchurch, Revs. Canon Wilson, Canon Dudley, C. Bowen, E. A. Lingard, F. Knowles, C. Turrell, W. W. Willock, W. C. Harris, J. W. Stack, G. J. Chohnondeley, K. S. Jackson, L. Moore, G. Cotterill, C. Fraser, J. D. Fergnsson, J. MHntosh, W. Hogg. J. Campbell, G. Grant, R Powell, T. Buddie, J. Aldred, W. C. Oliver, T. R. Fisher, and M. Baxter. Messrs H. Matson, R. Cobb, G. Tayler, J. inglis, P. B. Boulton, H. C. H. Knowles, A. Hornbrook, M.P.C ; J. Grigg, F. W. Wildman, J. Papperill, Simmons. J. Beswick, T. W. Balfour, H. Dudding, F. D. Gibson, R. M. Waitt, C. W. Purnell, A. Jameson, G. W. Nalder, P. Hanmer, S. Walker, H. B. Johnstone, M.P.C.; C. Davie, H. Hinge, H. Green, It. Wilkin, It. W. Fereday, F. F. Nixon, H. H. Hennab, C. Winter, T. W. Maude, T. Preec?, C. Merton, S. Bealey, T. Pavitt, J. Studholme, M.H.H. ; J. C. Boys. li. H, Rhodes, M.P.C.; F. J. Garrick, M.P.C.; W. P. Wilson, E. Barff. M.H.R. ; A. Roberts H. R. Webb, J. E. Williams, H. Coupe, C Hoos, W. H. Hargreaves, A. K. Pavitt, K Prosser, W. H. Raworth, M‘Farlane, H. E Alport, H. W. Parker, Fitzroy, G. B Parker, J. Suffield, 6. D. Lockhart E. Fowler. H. Allwright, C. J. Dud ley, R. J. Loughmn, J. Grierson G. Thornton, C W. Bishop, L. W. Tippetts W. D. Wood, D.Craig, A. T. W. Bradwell, F A. Bishop, J. C. Helmore, W. D. Carruihers C. Hood, E. B. Bishop, —. Fairfax, J. H Wilton. W. B. Tosswill, A. Cooper, H. J. S

Harman, H. H. Deßourbel, J. Twenty man, J. T. Brownell, J. B. Gresson, C. Clark, J. C. Wason, R, L. Higgins, J. Palmer, L Harper, J. U. Gilchrist, J. M. Wheeler, L. E, .Nathan, R. Walton, F. Slater, G. Warner, C. P. Button, G. H. Wilson, K. Westerns, H. Westmaoott, J. E Graham, A. Barton. C. K. Blakiston, J. M. Heywo.d, C Parsons, W. Keunaway, .1. T. Rouse, J. A. MTiraith, J. S. Williams, M.P.0., T. H. Wigley, M.P.C., J. A. Bird, E. M. Templer, A. Strachey. A. F. N. Blakiston, H. Buchanan, M.P.C.; J. G. Fyfe, M.P.C, J. D. Macpherson, M.P.C., Denham, H. Cohn, C. W. turner, J. C. Veel, K. H. Malvon, J. Ollivier, W. L. Hawkins, W. M. Maskell. M.P.U, J. J. Thomson, 0. Oram, H. W H. Beauford, J. E. Brown, M.P.C,. A. A. Dobbs. J. Lewis, J. C. Boddington, F. Bull, W: Vigors, G. WHall, W. Pratt, C. J. Foster, L.L.U., W. N. Macbeth, C. R. Kennawav, M. Dixon, M.P.C., A. Cox. J. Jones. T. K. Potts, M.H.R , F. I hompson, T. M. Hassal, J. Cunning!.am, W. N. Million. T. Cass, T. S. Duncan, M.P.C., J. Birch. M.P.C., P. Laurie, C. G. Hawdon, J. C. Aiknian, L. Walker, W. H. Churton, C. J. Bridge, F. E. Wright, J. G. Hawkes, M.P.C., S. A. Pereira!, T. J. Curtis. F. Pavitt, H. J. Tancred. M.H.K. ; J. I. Peacock, M.H.R. ; E. S. Willcocks, J. P. Ja neson, S. liewiiogs, A. Dnnctn, C. Cuff, W. A. Sheppard. G. Gordon, J. C. Angus, W. Calvert. T. Tombs, J. G. Rudieukiau, E. Akharison, A. Lean, X. Wolfe, R. Douakison, Hedpath, Nelson, J. Lazar, M . Hilbers, J. L. Withnall, Mills. W. Wilson, M.P.C. : J. V. Ross, E. b. Harley. C. X. McNie, A. J, Hawdon. G. dan. ;-i. C. J. Stevens, M.H.R.: J. L. Coster. J. Marshtaan, W. Dymock, H. B. Quia, Dr Frankish. D: Deamer. The following are the addresses preset:ted at the levf-e : CHCTSCH OF EXCrLAXD. •• To his Royal Highness the Duke of Edin burgh. K.G., K.T. •• May it please your Royal Highness.— “ In the name of the bishop, clergy, and laity of the diocese of Christchurch, and of the branch of the United Church of England and Ireland in New Zealand, we desire to approach your Royal Highness on this most auspicious occasion of your risi: to this portion of the dominions of Her Majesty the Queen, with the fervent expression of our devote! loyalty to the throne of Her Most Gracious Majesty, and of the affectionate veneration with which we regard Her person and family. If anything could give greater warmth and intensity to these feelings, it is the presence of your Royal Highness amongst us. The courage and spirit evinced by your second visit to these colonies, after the event of the past year, are worthy of the Royal Lady your Mother, whose many virtues refect an added lustre on the Crown of England. As members of a branch of the United Church of England and Ireland, we desire to assure your Royal Highness that the 'different circumstances in which our Church is placed in this as well as in all other cf Her Majesty's Colonies having an independent legislature, have not diminished, but it possible, greatly strengthened cur attachment to our Mother Church, and that loyalty to the Sovereign by which the Church of Eng And has been distinguished throughout so many generations of the past. We sincerely hope that your Roval Highness may derive much pleasure from your visit to this country, we pray that you may continue to be shielded by a Merciful Providence from all dangers, and we respectxullv beg that yon wiE be pleased to Ay before iter Most Gracious Majesty, cn your ; return to England, this assurance of our ; devoted attachment to Her tiiroue and : family.” | FKEsnrrnsv or CAxrEsrruT, I ‘‘To his Royal Highness the Prince Alfred : Ernest Albert, Duke of Edinburgh. KG.. , KT., Ate., xc. May it please tout Royal Highness.— ; •• We. the Moderator and Members cf the Presbytery of Canterbury, in connecrlcn with the Presbyterian Church of New Zealand. ; desire to present to your Royal Highness our ; most hearty congratulations on the auspicious ■' occasion or your ffrst vis;; to this o-o'.ony. i " As representatives of a Colonial Church. : which largely c-omr*:s;d cf members :t tne Esmbnshtd C-.urch cf fan •- t.te Erne Church o: SoctAnd. and c:h:r Prcsoyterlan > bodies, we would assure y:ur Royal Highness of cur fervent loyalty to y:ur K- yal House. . which has so l ong reigned over the Brlrlsh 1 Empire, and which has ever been i denuded ■ with the cause cf constitutional and religious liberty. •• We rejoice in this opportunity of :

.v-vcy:::; :o oze oi the fa—,:,y of cr f-> ; v.Tci ibf exprtss:c'-n of oar ; anadimei: to Her parses asi Her GcTerx- I nor:. 1 ■• T:;,; :: any p?ess« Alaiirbiy G->£ ::■ sraa: :•;■ y ar Royal Hizbaest a ’rrzar.i. ■iijtis?:i«b€d career of iappiaes*. oi«fs!ri&s. aai b;:s'ar. is thr earces; ?ray-r of y:or Royal Hizbnes? - "azi izoiol rsiiKit-ot. “Tt bb R.yal Hlzhses? Prizoc Alfmi Eraes: Albert. Daie cf Eiiz'rorzb. KG . KT., Ac., Ac. •■ We. :be Di?trics Gnai Master. rVeostT E*iftrlci Graz i Master, a:: i orSoers c: tbe Anctcri Vrior of Frceaza> r.e in Cazrerbary. Kt' r Ze.i]aa-i. desire. :z wbilf of tbe Ibssrlo: Graai Iz<ize. asl or the Masters sat >?er. - - bers of ifce Tsrio<cs of tbe £ssrlc?. to express car grstidcatba. ss iatifttl sr. t lo~al subferts of her Majesty. 1: year riei; tbis ii*t.iz; cart : f ber -s-ii- rire. 1 ~We 2i»£y arsil orse>es cf this -:rpr> 1 tattity of eir ressit-z oor tadboirnsh-ei Fryslty ■ to the Qaeea. art tor stssebstent to si. tie ate-atbers of the Royal Faziily : “We bearrlly bed yo-xr RcyaZ Hizissss £ ■s’Gc.'.ase to Csaterrcry, We pray that tie e Great Architect ci tie UaiTersie ray 'rt».-i- 0 safe entry ttiesarg sad s kttz life » ks.’ J

Majesty the Queen imi safely through every peril by sea* 1 U ? and accord you a brill^ nt and WvfV and > FORESTERS AND ODDFFT ,r . Ut ßre.” “To his Royal Highness Alfr f Albert, Duke of Edinburgh / d Ernest “ The humble and loyal a ddr« ’ &c - Officers and Members of the \ nn , '' S Cjf the of Foresters and of the Lova! o r ,i‘! ni , ()r G.r fellows dwelling in the °r f)d ' ] - hury, in New Zealand. 01 t-auter- “ May it please your Royal Ili s w On belialf of the benevolent air**' dent institutions to which we belono pr ° vithe greatest pleasure in welcoming l’ ar - Royal Highness to this city and nrm-T 1 J " r “ It would on any occasK S'*our feelings of deep loyalty :V a?tfJ to the throne and person of vonr ’ o Mother, Her Most Gracious M ai V, spectfully to offer the homage an ,j •’ t; > greeting due to any member of ) lfr visiting this distant part of her dotnh ; larn; ‘? “ But we do so the more fervent because we call to mind the foul and / nCIIr * able attempt upon your Royal Hiriw'^ 5011 ' by a wretched individual in anotG-- , on the occasion of your former vov'aV' 1011 ?' the world, the consequences 'of vented you from fulfilling your d t : r ' pTf; ' time to visit New Zealand, w*.- u rejoice that that visit has now plished, and that your Royal r v' G acc( ®* been enabled to prove to us, of your presence in active’ ■ si ? ni vigorous health, that no pernVr"'• and jurious consequences have resulted ' . ia ' traitorous attack upon the son 0 f 0 „7 ( :r ‘ laat “On other grounds, moreover p x t - '--

to an ordinary royal visitor that'w/ this tribute of our loyalty and - ’ tachment. We welcome *to tE- ii-v* :: ‘ was discovered and recommended for tion by the greatcircumnavigatorofa' '''■ years ago, James Cook, you. another c the same Royal Navy* now f - second time round the world, and - to all its principal ports that hr v ’• which betokens the worth, the huma* "‘ : - the readiness to aid the needv a -' no less than the bravery, the rran’r ance, and the prudence and pr^---,d -, ' in difficult emergencies, which - - the character of British-ail--- " * “We reflect with even r--that, while taking your share - - i Navy’s noble duty of spread;; : -v globe a knowledge and in.::-.;* .1: jf- e power and goodness of the in v :h 7? minion on its surface, you arc n.- - . jj’ ing all that relates to your - ■ T also acquiring an extensive kutw;-;.-- - Empire’s numerous and importa;- h” cies, and of their relations, c' xtnerc;: ' ~-■ or otherwise, with the other ..TV world: thus worthily fitting - ■ TT to lead the British fleets' in ha::;. - -Ti right, in scientific discovery, cr i; help to a friend in need, but'a'.x; 'TT! with honour and advantage the fiuri— - : TT post of high command in the 2:v;r .--T Her Majesty’s subjects in a;y TM" dominions, to which your R.jvaj J.. 71 may be called by the will Her V;x.--'T; the desires of her people. ’ ’ “We recollect the fact that your- x lather, the late Prince Cons rt.w;; a - -T.; of the Ancient Order of Foresters, a;; - tT-T friend of other similar institnr:-; -~/.T spectfully condole with you the T-: vTthe cause of charity and gx twill ;r:;r-t? men.no less than those of sxiai ;rrr:v.'-.--and the advancement of the peacefri xrt- iii sciences, sustained when it* pl«xf - x* seeing Providence to retrieve* ft;;; us at so early an age the -.-he ao; ; Prince Albert. “We beg yon to lay before her M -t cions Majesty our respectful :tt u;-: ;;vt~ assurances that, although am:;; tlx m::distant from her throne a;l •; ■ -X; any other portion of her suVe::;. there ire none more loyal and devoted time the 7 -c----ters and Oidfeik-wx of Canter: ur- m Tew Zealand. | ••Our earnest prayer is, and ever vri-Tm.ui: Almighty Gci may hless and watch to r;; throughout your voyage, smelt y:ut me gran: yon constant health ant happiness,:=■ st- re you safely ur beloved Qu-n. at: rive you a future career in which vva be.au honour your ITustricus family it: t: the Empire in which you held - hit;: station: ami that you may always Ve re;;and willing to give the benefit cr y:nr improver by travel and experlenx. tinbest interests :f mankint. ant to tl e sem;; of the Brirlsh dominion.in whatever uta;:-" ami whatever part of the world yommjrl duty shall be appointed. - ’ lotaj. osavo-eotiv. ■• T,- His Royal Highness Print- Ahhn Emesi Aib-en, KG.. KT.. i;. a: inof Edinburgh. ■• Humbly Greeting—- ~ Elcstrirus Prince—We. Ee: l-L-j-- : loyal ani faithful subjects, the 1 mmn:: of the province :f Canterbury, beg cento and lovingly to weicome y:u to tres- u :e, the wishes :t me Government, ft u ;:mu: as an •• Order ’* 1* the pubh: ienuono : we respectfully entreat Tour -‘.‘7- E::ness to accept this mnte yet are::: note tclaration of our love towards y;urse.t .n: n beloved Sovereign Queen Vi::.;ma_ ’Tux: • the second time addressing y;ur .vm hr: ness, we w nld new nitre estctu - as-n you ;f cur loyalty and dev-ritn t; E-.: 11 •' Gracious Majesty the Que-eu. mi u our prayers and test wishes p ot t: ; sG an d future welfare, in the earnest h u t-' y:ur Royal Highness may o-tntmn-. t to o close :f a long, a happy, and a ns-cti -‘t he beloved as ycu new anr An: '-■ - Messing o: the m:st High nay ” ; your Royal Highness. He: i-i. -. :y - Queen, and ail the menther- :: y;- o '- House, will ever he the ;- t-:an: e u. fervent prayer o: yen; Il ya, h.gm;respectful hum:is friends, an: diet duriful subjects." run rrrxmm. The zr’i-aur riven b-v his ~trtp tu Mayor ci Chrisichtiroh .Mr .:m Trims" in honour cx his Rcy*. Htghness no: v,_complete snccess. I: could net aim tc:eutrustei;: a berrer man Mr T : : of the Comutermai Here, wi: serve;j a manner tha: renecrei me mgres; men: - his skill and taste, abe oi—xr; was ere • lent, the wires were me brands, and the a—an renter: :: t - -- surp-usss-i anything :: me kin; :m: v; ever seen m Cantsrbcry. Ire pos.'- : which line rabies were placed ccni: :n -■ : teen impreved uper. and a phm :: ’ j unns was preaare-d. by which earn rent tu: dimmer m - rim:- -=•' :: :; ' -: ■ ; . . - r G - , ■ c • -M-

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E 'Reece. F- Hanmer, J. Twentyman W H. Hargreaves, Henry Matson, JoC Lewis, C. K. Blakiston, A. C. Barker n Macfarlane, C. W. Turner, W. D. Carru, there. G. Fletcher, L. E. Nathan, Charles Clark, Dr Foster, T. J. Curtis, C. Krve, C C. Aikman, Dr Frankish, Joseph Bailey, J. T. Brownell, John Grigg, T. Favitt, , *• Boss, Thomas Cass, H. Al P? r^ G. Hart, H. H. Prins, G. Bird, Allan McLean, L. Harper, W. P. Cowhshaw, F. Thompson, the Mayors of Lyttelton, Kaiapoi* Timaru, and Hokitika; I*. Walker, A. Cox, E. Willcocks, R. C. Shearman, James Pratt, G. Warner, D. M. Mackay, W. Montgomery, E. Jollie, W. H. Wynn Williams, HonG L. Lee, M.L.C., Alex Back, I’. S. Duncan, J. Marshman, J. Gilmer W G. Brittan, K. Packer C. Davie. W, J. W. Hamilton, O Thornton. F. D. Gibson, W. Donald, K.M., P B Boulton, H. J. Tancred, M.H.K.; R. H. Rhodes, M.P.C. ; F. J. Garrick, M.P.C. ; J. G. Hawkes, M.P.C. ; W. Wilson, M.P.C. ; J.' s! Williams, M.P.C. ; F. E. Wright, William Mills, T. W. Maude, C. 0. Bo wen, R.M., Colonel Packe, J. C. Wilson, C. 8., M.H.R. ; W. S. Moorhouse, Samuel Bealey, K. J. S. Hannan, E. C. J. Stevens, M.H.K. ; Henry Thomson, R. Cobb, W. D. Wood, Rev. C. Fraser, Kev. T. Buddie, Rev. W. J. Habens, Rev, Canon Wilson, Rev. Canon Dudley, W. Norman, J.D.Macpherson,M.P.C.; G. W. Nalder, J. M. Hey wood, Major Hornbrook, M.P.C.; Robert Wilkin, J. T. Peacock, M.H.K.; T. M. Hassal, R. Walton, G. Gould, J. O. Gilchrist, Joseph Palmer, J. L. Coster, W. L. Hawkins, W. H. Lane, John Studholme, M H R.; E. B. Bishop, H. H. Hennah, Dr Haast, J. E. Graham, J. Inglis, E. Richardson, Councillors Duncan, Jameson, Kuddenklsu, Calvert, Tombs, Sheppard, Angus, and Sawtell; J. C. Aikman, H. H. De Bourbel, G. Gordon, Town Clerk ; and C. Cuff, City Surveyor; C. Hoos, Chairman of the County Council, Westland, H. Buchanan, M.P.C.; Mark Sprot, jun.

Grace was said by the Very Rev. the Dean of Christchurch, and the Rev. C. Fraser, of St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, returned thanks. After a brief interval, His Worship the Mayor rose and said— May it please your Royal Highness—Gentlemen—l now rise to propose the health of the Queen. (Cheers.) In a community so loyal as that of Canterbury is, it is unnecessary for me on the present occasion to do more than simply propose to you the health of Her Most Gracious Majesty the Queen. (Loud cheers.) The toast was drunk amid loud cheers.

Band—“ God Save the Queen.” His Worship the Mayor—May it please your Royal Highness—Gentlemen —I beg to propose to you this time the health of the Prince and Princess of Wales, and, as on the last occasion, I deem it unnecessary to preface this toast with any remarks further than simply to ask you, knowing, of course, that we are a very loyal people, to drink the health of the Prince and Princess of Wales as you have drunk the former toast. (Loud cheers.) The toast was drunk amid the customary display of enthusiasm. Band—“ Rule Britannia.”

His Worship the Mayor: May it please your Royal Highness—Gentlemen—the next toast that I have to propose is that of the health of his Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh. (Loud cheers.) This is a toast, gentlemen, which I think ought not to pass without some few remarks. (Hear, hear.) I would therefore beg to assure his Royal Highness, on the part of the people of Christchurch, how glad they are to have this opportunity of expressing their loyalty to the throne of England, by welcoming amongst them the son of our good and gracious Queen. (Loud cheers.) This is a pleasure, gentlemen which we thought, but a very short time ago, we were to be deprived of, but which we are now glad to find is a reality. (Cheers.) Gentlemen, you have already shown how warm and hearty is your loyalty to the Queen and to the Royal Family, but we owe something more to that member of it who is the first to visit our shores, and to favour us with his presence here to-day. (Loud cheers.) We all feel honoured by the visit, and it is our wish to do him honour. (Hear and cheers.) He comes to us as the descendant of a Royal House whose history is identified with the liberties of our native country. (Loud and continued cheering.) As the son of our beloved Queen, and of the great and good Prince Albert, he has more immediate claims on our regard, for Britain never saw a better sovereign, and no sovereign has had a better friend and adviser. (Loud cheers.) Gentlemen, the history of our guest is in the future. (Cheers.) We do not wish to flatter him, but to wish him God speed. (Cheers.) Although young, he has already shewn, and that, too, under very trying and painful circumstances, to which I do not mean to refer any further, the high mettle and courage of his race. (Cheers.) And I think, gentlemen, that he has shown the same bold spirit in the choice of a profession. (Cheers.) The “ Sailor Prince ” has always been a favourite in England. (Hear, hear, and cheers.) I therefore ask you to drink, with all the honours, the health of his Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh. (Loud cheers.) The toast was drunk with three-times-tbree. Band—" Hearts of Oak.”

His Royal Highness, on rising to respond, was received with loud cheers, which were continued for several seconds. When the applause had subsided, he said: Mr Mayor, your Excellency, and Gentlemen—l return you my best thanks for the kind manner in which you have drunk my health. (Cheers.) His Worship the Mayor has truly said that you have already shown your loyalty by the reception which you have given me here to-day, and the manner in which you have, received the toast proposed by his Worship has assured me of that. (.Cheers.) As we are blessed with such a magnificent day, I think it would be a pity if 1 were to detain you any longer by making a long speech. Therefore I will confine myself to thanking you again for the kind manner in which you have drunk ray health. (Loud cheers.) His Worship the Mayor: May it please your Royal Highness—Gentlemen, the next toast that I have the honour to propose to you is the health of his Excellency Sir George Ferguson Bowen, Governor of New Zealand. (Loud and continued cheers.) It will be recollected, gentlemen, that but a very short time ago we had the pleasure of a visit from his Excellency, when we met him for the first time and as a stranger. To-day, the matter is very different. We meet him as a well-known and welcome friend—(Cheers.)— and one whom we are all delighted to see, and who, we trust, may long be resident among us; and I am sure we all hope that he and his estimable lady may long enjoy the pleasures of the high position they now occupy. (Cheers.) We also hope, gentlemen, that the Britain of the Southern Seas will enjoy many advantages under the rule of his Excellency, and that prosperity and settled peace may be her share—(Hear, hear) —under the rule of —if I may take the liberty of saying or repeating rather what was said by his Excellency in this hall a short time ago—“ our George the Second.” (Loud cheers.) If you please, gentlemen, you will to the health of Sir George Ferguson Bowen, Governor of New Zealand. The toast was drunk with all the honours. Band—lrish air.

. His Excellency, on rising to reply, was received with loud applause, which did not subside for a considerable time. He said— May it please your Koyal Highness, Mr Mayor, and gentlemen, I thank you heartily for the very kind and flattering terms in which you, sir, have just proposed my health, and | thank you all most sincerely for the manner in which you have responded to that toast. 1 assure you, gentlemen, with reference to my first visit to this part of the colony, that I shall always remember the hearty reception that was given me by the people of Canterbury, as the representative of Her gracious Majesty the Queen, with proud and grateful recollections. (Loud cheers.) I shall always be most happy to visit you again whenever I can—(Cheers)—and I am especially glad of having the opportunity afforded me of coming back here in company with the present illustrious guest of the province—(Hear and cheers)—who is endearing himself to the people of New Zealand, as behas already endeared himself to Her Majesty’s subjects in all parts of the British Empire. On occasions

like this, “ brevity is the soul of wit,” and j hope to follow the example set by my worthy friend the Mayor. I will therefore at once proceed to propose the health of his Honor the Superintendent and his Worship the Mayor -(cheers) —his Honor the Superintendent as the representative of this great province. and his Worship the Mayor as representative of this fair city. (Cheers.) The public virtues and services of these two high functionaries are fully appreciated by the gentlemen whom I now address, while some of the fairest of Canterbury’s daughters are present to vouch for their social and domestic worth. (Laughter and dicers.) Without any further remarks, I hog to propose the health of his Honor the Superintendent, and his Worship the Mayor. i'he toast was drunk amid lorn! cheers.

Band—“ We won’t go home till morning.” His Honor the Superintendent was loudly cheered on rising to respond. lie said: Your Royal Highness, your Excellency, and Gentlemen—l have to thank you very heartily for the way in which you have received the toast of my health. On an occasion like this, it would be no time to make a speech respecting myself. We have one and all this day but one mind, one heart, one voice, and that is expressive of loyalty to the Queen, and the gratification we feel at the visit of his Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh. (Cheers.) I will not detain his Royal Highness, who, 1 have no doubt, will wish to see as much of this province as he can, nor you on this beautiful day, by any speech of mine. I must, however, express my gratification, and the gratification of the province this day. We feel most strongly the pleasure that we have in showing to one of the Royal family—to one of that family whom we respect as the family in which centres all that we most value and associate most dearly in our own minds—(Hear, and cheers) —we feel proud, gentlemen, that this day we have the opportunity of showing to his Royal Highness that we are, in tiie words of one of the first founders of this province, “ a loyal and contented, yet independent and free people—a people educated and self-governed, fearing God, and honouring the Queen.” (Loud cheers.) His Worship the Mayor was also loudly cheered on rising to return thanks. He said —May it please your Royal Highness— Gentlemen—in the first place, I have to thank your Excellency for the kind manner in which you have proposed mj r health, and in the next to thank you, gentlemen, for the kind manner in which you have received it. I must confess to having felt the responsibilities of my office as Mayor of this city more on the present occasion than on any other. (Hear and cheers.) I have very great pleasure in meeting his Royal Highness here to-day, and you, gentlemen, to welcome him. (Cheers.) We are also pleased to meet our well-known friend the Governor, who paid us a visit on a former occasion. (Cheers,) As it happens that his Royal Highness and ins Excellency are desirous of seeing somewhat of the country, which is new to them, and that before the day is spent, I will attempt nothing like a speech on the present occasion, although I must confess that I should have been glad to have had the opportunity of doing so, but I am afraid, if I did, that I would be infringing on the time of his Royal Highness. I will not attempt to do so, as he wishes to see something of the country, and 1 dare say you are glad to think that he will see it. (Cheers.) You are glad, I arn sure, to know that the weather is finer to-day than any which his Royal Highness has experienced in any other part of New Zealand. (Cheers and laughter.) With these few remarks, I beg to thank you very kindly for the manner in which you have received the toast of my health. Before sitting down, I should wish to explain to you that while we are glad to afford his Royal Highness and his Excellency every advantage, and even to make a sacrifice, still I think that as many of you as can should remain here a little longer. (Hear and cheers.) I must confess that I have not got my entire say out, and I should like to finish before leaving the hall. I would therefore ask every gentleman in the room if it is his pleasure to remain a little longer, because when I invite a few friends I do not like to part with them hastily. (Loud cheers.) His Royal Highness, his suite, his Excellency the Governor, Captain Montgomery, and bis Honor the,' Superintendent, rose at this stage of the proceedings as if to depart. All present stood up, and as the Prince passed through to the Old Town Hall he was loudly cheered, the band playing “ God Save the Queen.” His appearance in High street was tiie signal for’loud hurrahs, and as he passed through the city he was again vociferously cheered at every point. A large number having still remained in the ball, the drinking of toasts was continued. Messrs William Wilson, ex-Mayor of Christchurch, and E. B. Bishop, occupied the vacant seats on the Mayor’s right, and Messrs John Ollivier, Provincial Auditor, and Mr Inglis, sat on his left. Mr John Ollivier rose, and said he was going to propose a somewhat unusual toast. He was sure they would all agree with him that there there was no more fitting time than the present, immediately on the departure of his Royal Highness, to propose the health of his Worship the Mayor. (Cheers.) He was sure they all felt proud of what that gentleman had done that day on behalf of Canterbury. (Cheers.) Therefore they should do honour to whom honour was due. It would be needless to attempt to dilate hpon his Worship’s merits, they were so well known to the people of Canterbury. (Cheers.) Every thoroughfare in Christchurch bore some testimony of his presiding genius; he left his mark behind him wherever he went. (Cheers.) He would ask the company to drink the Mayor’s health, and he hoped he would long be spared to remember that notable day. (Hear, and cheers.) The toast was drunk amid all the honours, Mrs Anderson’s health being associated witli it, the company singing “ For he’s a jolly good fellow.”

His Worship ; Gentlemen, I dare say you feel as I do, exceedingly proud to-day in having for the first time received a member of the Royal Family on our shores. (Cheers.) I do confess that I feel very proud. Had I not been in the position that I am placed in by my fellow citizens, I would have felt proud, but being in the position I am, I feel doubly so. (Cheers). It is but a few minutes since I sat down, after responding to the toast of my health, and to ask me to do the same again is too much. I have a profound respect for the two gentlemen (Messrs Wilson and Ollivier) by whom I am supported, and I think it necessary that I should tell you so. I dare say that all present will excu-e his Royal Highness and his Excellency in their desire to see the country, as their stay in Canterbury is limited to three days. In that space of time they can unfortunately see hut little of the people of Canterbury and the country, and I am sure you will excuse our illustrious guests for leaving so early as they have done. 1 thank you kindly for the manner in which you have drunk my health. (Cheers.) Mr William Wilson, M.P.C., ex-Mayor of Christchurch, proposed the health of Mr John Ollivier, and in the course of some remarks paid that gentleman a high compliment for the manner in which he had exerted himself in getting up the People’s Banquet at Barnard’s Repository.

The toast was drunk with all the honours Mr Ollivier, in returning thanks, said he had only done his duty in the part he had taken in reference to the banquet. Any one of the public might have acted as be had done if the thought had entered their mind in time. All the members of the Festival Committee were deserving of thanks. He hoped his Royal Highness would see that Canterbury was a slice of the fold country, and let it be a sermon for every settler to preach to his children, that Canterbury is a part of England. (Hear and cheers.) His Worship the Mayor of Christchurch proposed the health of the Mayors of Lyttelton, Kaiapoi, and Timaru. His Worship the Mayor of Lyttelton (Mr Willoocks), the Mayor of Kaiapoi (Mr Porter) and the Mayor of Timaru (Mr Hewlings) returned thanks. His Worship the Mayor of Kaiapoi proposed the health of the City Councillors of Christchurch. The toast was drunk amid cheers.

Councillors Duncan and Jameson responded. Dr Julius Haast proposed the health of the Reception Committee, coupling with the toast the name of i ouncillor Sawtell. The toast was drunk with enthusiasm, and Councillor Sawtell returned thanks. Mr Ollivier proposed the health of Dr Haast, which was enthusiastically drunk, and afterwards responded to hy that gentleman. His Worship the Mayor proposed " The Provincial Council,” which was responded to by Messrs F. J. Garrick and J. D. Macpherson.

Some other toasts having been proposed and replied to, the company separated.

THE PUBLIC FESTIVAL. A most excellent feature in the loyal demonstration lias been the general character of the entertainment provided, provision having been made so that those of every class could enjoy themselves. To those who like a good dinner—and what Englishman does not —the Public Festival in Barnard’s Repository proved to he a great attraction. The project was mooted by the Popular Amusementand Entertainment Association, and was from tiie Jrst warmly taken up by the public, large contributions, both in cash and kind, being poured in on the committee from all quarters. Large, however, as was the supply of good cheer, the public were equal to the emergency and attacked it in strong force, the exterior of the Repository being thronged for some time previous to the hour fixed for opening by an eager and hungry but nevertheless good-humoured crowd. The selection of the Repository for a purpose of this kind was moat judicious, the building being spacious and airy, and having the advantage of a frontage on two streets. The public were admitted by the main entrance in Cashel street, passing out by that in Hereford street. The interior of the building was tastefully decorated with evergreens, among which cabbage trees were conspicuous, flax, toi toi, &c., interspersed with innumerable flags, occupying the lower end of the building. Groaning under every description of eatables, including roast beef and plum pudding, together with plenty of good colonial ale, the tables were set out in four rows on the ground floor, running the length of the building, and at these seats were prepared for 501) guests at a time. In the side galleries, seats had been prepared for ladies and other spectators, a considerable number of whom graced the festival with their presence. At 1.30 the doors were opened, and a rush ensued, the building being immediately filled, some few getting in without paying, though, we believe, most of them paid after they were seated. To prevent any more of this the large doors were then fastened, and persons only admitted singly through the wicket. The tables being full, the doors were closed until those seated had finished, when they retired by the other door, their place being immediately filled hyothers. In this way not less than 1500 persons were regaled with a most substantial dinner. As many as 300 occupied the galleries. Although a little crowding took place outside, the good order inside was most remarkable ; this was owing to the exertions of the committee being backed by the hearty co-operation of all present. The committee deserve the greatest credit, all their arrangements being conceived and executed in a manner that was truly admirable and which left nothing to be desired.

FORESTERS AND ODDFELLOWS. The Foresters and Oddfellows have taken advantage of His Royal Highness’ visit, and the consequent influx of visitors to the city, to make an appeal to the public in aid of the Widowand Orphan Fund of the two bodies. With this object in view, arrangements had been made for holding a fete in a paddock, the property of his Worship the Mayor, situated in Cashel Street east. The various novelties provided attracted a large number of friends of the order and others to the ground, which during the afternoon was completely thronged. These consisted of a Richardson’s Show, which we believe is quite new to the colony, and a fancy fair held in two tents, one of which on behalf of the Foresters was presided over by the Misses Grantham and Shaw, the other, on behalf of the Oddfellows, by Mrs Crooks and Miss Ness. At both of these places of business a brisk trade appeared to be done, The refreshment booths were under the management of Mr J. W. Oram, and J. Thompkins respectively, both of whom appeared to give satisfaction to their numerous customers. The show was held in a spacious tent, 100 feet by 25, fitted with a stage and all appurtenances, theentrauce being over a platform erected outside, on which theperformers appeared in the orthodox style between the pieces which followed continuously throughout the day. The programme presented consisted of a startling drama, followed by a comic song from Mr Slapleton, concluding with a grand pantomime, the characters being supported by Christchurch amateurs. Mr Elvines as Richardson is the very beau ideal of a showman. The performances were under the management of Messrs Addisoa and Ness. Mr T. Hobbs makes a capital clown, and the whole performance was very creditably managed. The St. Alban’s fife and drum band enlivened the proceedings during the afternoon. The proceeds of the fete amounted to about £9O for the first day only. THE ILLUMINATIONS. The bustle and excitement of the reception proceedings being over, and refreshments discussed, the next item in the bill of attraction was the illumination of public and other buildings in the city. From the preparations visible for some days past, these were expected to be quite on a par with the daylight festivities, but not so general as they turned out to be. In every street of any importance, there were numerous displays, whilst in the principal thoroughfares scarcely a building was without an illur-.i-.ated emblem of loyalty, and tin; arc ea were all lighted up. The vicinity or the Triangle was most noticeable in these respects, and especially the High street side. The designs were as varied as could well be conceived, and although one or two original and novel ideas were illustrated, they were chiefly of the type usual on such occasions.

The local artistes had been besieged for a considerable time with orders, and the result of their efforts was such as reflected infinite credit on the city. Mr J. C. St Quentin took a decided lead over his compeers, and executed most of the larger paintings. Messrs Gapes and Son, W. S. Baker, Button and Paton, and Doyle and Co., also contributed towards the collection.

The banks were the most prominent for profuse and costly displays. They were in fact one blaze of hght, anil it would be as difficult as invidious to givu a preference. Nest to these in importance came some of the leading citizens. Amongst them may be noted Messrs Cobb and Co., Mr Ruddenklau, Mr Pratt, Cashel House, Mr M. B. Hart, Messrs Petersen and Co., Mr Zeesler, and Mr H. Moss, who, true to his adoption of the word “ monster,” in connection with his establishment, had the largest single display in the city. From the earliest hour at which a reasonable sight of the illuminations could be had, the streets were thronged with dense crowds of pedestrians constantly moving to and fro, and the run on the cabs was also extensive. The night was beautifully calm, and the only possible fault that could be found was in the rather too bright moonlight, which interfered materially with the effect of the transparencies. They were still, however, a decided success, and of sufficient interest to keep’ the streets busy until the advertised time for extinguishing the lights—l2 o’clock. All fortunately passed off without accident or damage of any kind, and we should also note that in addition to the device illuminations there were considerable displays of coloured Are, and not a few fireworks let oft. That it was the most successful demonstration we have had in the province cannot be doubted, and it will long be a source of pleasurable recollection in connection with the Prince’s visit.

Taking a cursory glance at the respective displays we first come to the public buildings. The Provincial Council buildings had a large design of the Royal arms over the main entrance; the Post Office displayed a star of gas; and the Telegraph office the same; the Railway station a view of the Heathcote end of the tunnel with motto. The Banks

were elegantly lighted up. The Union Bank of Australia had the three upper windows of the portico filled in with large transparencies bearing loyal emblems, monograms and mottoes, and on the lower centre one were the Duke’s armorial bearings, whilst the side windows of the porch and four offices had perforated designs with crown, star, and monograms, the whole hawing a rich effect. The Bank of New South Wales hud a very simple yet exceedingly effective style of illumination. The windows were lighted by numerous jets of gas inside, and over the main entrance was a finely proportioned, well-executed figure of Her Majesty. '['he Bank of New Zealand presented a most commanding and brilliant aspect. The recesses on the top of each of the four fagades were filled in with transparencies of the bank seal, the Canterbury seal, the Edinburgh arms, and the Duke’s arms, each surrounded by Grecian scroll work. Unfortunately, the supply of gas was not very good, and they were not shown to full advantage, but this was redeemed by the blaze of light below. Each of the large windows displayed hundreds of lights, whilst there was a gas star and V. it. over the main entrance, and small devices of a similar kind over all the pilasters. The Bank of Australasia had a transparency over the main entrance, showing a crown, monograms, and motto, whilst the windows were brightly lit up. The New Zealand Insurance Company displayed a combination of the Duke’s and the city of Edinburgh arms, with mottoes, and the seal of the company. These occupied the two upper windows, but others had also been ordered for the lower ones, and were only prevented from being shown by unforeseen circumstances. Clarendon Hotel: —Transparency—Peace reclining on a Hon, with Union Jack and Ensign trophied in rear, also coloured Chinese lanterns at intervals round the hotel. Other extensive illuminations had been prepared by Mr Oram, but circumstances prevented his displaying them. Market Place Hotel:— Transparency—Female figure reclining on an anchor, with laurel wreath in left hand ; on the right a flax-bush, and the Duke’s Arms, with motto ; on the left, plough, reapinghook, and the Arms of his Excellency the Governor. Golden Age Hotel:—Royal Arms. Oxford Hotel:—Coat of Arms. Warwick Hotel: —Bust figures of the Queen and President U.S., with national flags of Great Britain and U.S. trophied in rear, and the motto “ Unity is Strength.” A.I. Hotel: —Figure of Britannia and an allegorical tableau. White’s Hotel: —Royal Standard and motto. Bennett’s Temperance Hotel : Statue of Temperance. Zetland Arras Hotel: —Three transparencies—Royal Arras ; welcome and star ; anchor, Arras, and trophied flags, with motto “ England’s Reliance.” City Hotel : —Large transparency—Chariot of Fame, Canterbury seal on one side an.l Duke’s Seal on the other. White Hart:—“ Welcome Prince Alfred,” in large letters, on parapet of the building, Dunedin Club Hotel : Medallion bust of H.K.H. the Duke of Edinburgh. Golden Fleece Hotel:—Royal Arms, with golden fleece and mottoes. Oxford Hotel:—Coat of Arras. Morton’s Hotel Star, in gas. Oram’s Criterion Hotel : —St George and the Dragon; underneath the letters “ Welcome,” and at the head of the picture the motto “ By Noble Deeds we hope to Conquer.” Hobbs and Sons: —Anchor, surmounted by crown, and motto “ Nisi Dominus Jrustra.” Matson’s Buildings;— The letters A. B. A., entwined in garter. Hanmer and Harper:—Trophy of Union Jack, New Zealand, and white and red ensigns, anchor in centre, with dove descending, bearing the olive branch of peace. Cobb and Co ;—Neptune in sea shell, drawn by sea horses and dolphins ; at the corners, American eagle, stars, and stripes, Union Jack, and British lion, full length figures of Britannia and Columbia. Lyttelton Times Office : Britannia pointing to the globe, on which New Zealand and Australia are seen uppermost, with the motto “Ex stirpeantiqua, proles nova et ingens ” surmounting the whole. A. J. Raphael:—Anchor and motto. Lovell: — Anchor and motto. Doyle and Co.: —Duke’s Arras and motto. L. E. Nathan and Co.:— The Galatea surmounted by monograms, with wreaths of laurels, and two figures emblematic of the Army and Navy underneath. Matheson’s Agency :—View of Edinburgh Castle, with the Duke’s arms underneath. Wallace and Co.:—The Duke’s arms. M. Handstein —Star and crown, with monograms. Baker ;—Galatea firing a salute. Pengelly : —Anchor, with words, “ Welcome Loved One.” Button and Paton :•-Peace reclining on a panther. W. H. Hargreaves : Eour windows illuminated with mottoes. Alliance Tea Mart: —Lion holding Union Jack. H. Moss: —“ God bless our Sailor Prince ” in three feet ornamental and floral letters. W. H. Wynn Williams and C. R. Blakiston: —Angel bolding banner and bearing the words “ God protect our Queen and her Sailor Son.” Kiver;— Royal Arras, Union Jack, Crown, wreath of Hose, Shamrock, and Thistle. Moore and Co.; Portrait of the President of the Licensed Victuallers Association as John Bull in the act of drinking “Long life to your Royal Highness,” in a foaming tankard of ale, a hogshead of Moore’s XXX underneath. Cookham House:—The Galatea entering Lyttelton Heads. Miles and Co:—Royal Arms and Chinese Lanterns. Walton, Warner and Co:— Royal Arms. Hill and Sons:—Medallion Figure of His Royal Highness with Trophied Flags. W. Pratt, Dunstable House:—Shield, with wheatsheaf surrounded by garter, bearing the words “ Trade, Commerce and Agriculture” surmounted by a Crown, and supported by two well executed full length figures on either side. Bell:—Two transparencies, “ Welcome to our Sailor Prince,” and another with full length allegorical figure. Calvert:—Crown. Petersen and Co, and W. Zeesler; in the upper windows over the shop a collection of Statuary set off by a background of evergreens, and illuminated with Crowns. Monograms, and Stars, in gas Duncan and Sons:— A. A. Barnard’s Repository:—V. R. in gas jets. Jacobs and Isaacs: —Large Star and Canterbury Arms. Gourlay:—Royal Arras and Window illuminations. Tracy :—Chinese Lanterns. W.Davenport: —A.E.A. in wreathandCrown. Morrison, Sclanders, Fletcher, and Co.:— Window illumination. Leake Coloured transparency. Fuller Medallion likeness of His Royal Highness, in naval costume. A’Court; —An original and effective design representing two blacksmiths engaged in welding two pieces of iron, with the device “May England and her Colonies be well welded together.” Wilson and Alport : Royal Arms. Cashel House :—Flags of New Zealand, Union Jack, Crown, Magna Charta ; wheat sheaf, dove and olive branch, crown and V.R., coronet and V.A. Coates’:— Union Jack. New Zealand flag, Duke’s coronet and iuiti.ds,&c., motto “Deo et I’rincipi.” W. Strange :—Duke’s Arms. The whole of the triumphal arches in the city were profusely illuminated with transparencies, Chinese lanterns, &c., that in High street being particularly noticeable. The transparencies on this were excellent, there being on one side the Duke’s Arms, and on the other the Arms of the city of Christchurch.

PRESENTATION OF ADDRESSES. About half-past ten on Friday morning a procession of Maoris formed at the Government Buildings and proceeded to the Clarendon Hotel, headed by the representatives of the various native villages in the province, who were all clothed in native mats. After a short delay the Prince came out on the verandah, accompanied by his Excellency the Governor and suite. The deputation then went forward, and Pita Te Hori handed the subjoined address to the Prince, who replied through the Rev W. J. Stack. He said it gave him great pleasure to receive their loyal address. Pita Te Hori then asked the Prince to accept a dogskin mat and a small piece of greenstone that had belonged to one of his ancestors—Matiaha Tira Morehu. Paora Taki aud Ihaia Tainui presented flax mats, and Irai Tihau a beautiful mat formed of kiwi feathers. The Prince thanked the Maoris for their presents, and the deputation then withdrew. The following is a translation of the Address presented by the Maoris:— “ A welcome from the native tribes living in the Greenstone Island to Prince Alfred, Duke of Edinburgh, son of our loving Queen: — “ On this occasion we see a renowned per-

sonage—the heart’s desire, the bright sunlight. Welcome guest! Welcome, lord‘of many nations! Come, see the Maoris and white men of this island.

“We rejoice to see you here among us. Welcome, gracious lord, on this your first visit to New Zealand !

“ Come like the white crane, rarely seen ! Come like the wharauroa (a bird of passage), harbinger of spring ! Proclaim the approach of summer—that is, the future happiness of the two races of the island—ere you return to your native land !

“ It is our custom to make speeches when we welcome a guest, but on this occasion this parchment alone is suffered to speak. “ When the white men first came to this island they treated the Maoris well, and the Maoris treated them well in return, even before the spread of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Since then they have continued to live together in peace.

“We follow the advice of our ancestor Turakautahi, who said, ‘ After me be kind to men.’ This is why the weapons still hang unused in the houses of his descendants. “ Welcome, light and sunshine ! “ Welcome, sun and moon ! “ Welcome, bright morning star, to the land of Rehua and Turakautahi I ”

The deputation from Hokitika presented their address to his Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh shortly before eleven o’clock They proceeded to the Clarendon at a few minutes after ten o’clock. His Royal Highness and party were at breakfast, and the deputation was shown into the drawing-room set apart for the accommodation of his Excellency the Governor. As soon as breakfast was over, his Royal Highness received the deputation courteously. He thanked them for the address which they presented to him on behalf of the people of Hokitika, and expressed his regret that time would not permit his visiting the West Coast.

The following is the Address presented by the Westland deputation : “To His Royal Highness Prince Alfred, Duke of Edinburgh.

“ May it please your Royal Highness,— “ At a time when nearly the whole mass of the people in New Zealand anxiously press forward, and offer with one heart and one voice the most animated testimonials of their attachment to your Royal person, this deputation, representing the inhabitants of the County of Westland, and the citizens of the borough of Hokitika, have the honour to approach you with this public avowal of their sincere congratulations upon your arrival in the colony and deep regret that your limited stay will deprive the people of Westland from manifesting to your Royal Highness personally their loyalty to the throne of England, their deep devotion to your Royal mother, and the hearty welcome that would have greeted you had you extended your visit to our coast. Accept this our warmest and most dutiful acknowledgments for your condescension upon this occasion. May He by whom Kings govern and empires prosper shower upon your royal parent, yourself, and the whole of your illustrious line, His choicest blessings, is the prayer of “ Your Royal Highness’ “ Very obedient, “ Humble servants, “ Conrad Hoos, “ Chairman of the County Council. “ Edmund Barff, M.C.C. “Evan Prosser, “ Mayor of Hokitika. “C. E. Button, M.B.C. “ John Lazar, “ Town Clerk.” The deputation from Westland consisted of Mr C Hoos, Chairman of the County Council, Mr Edmund Barff, member of the County Council, Mr Evan Prosser, Mayor of Hokitika, Mr C. E. Button, member of the Borough Council, and Mr John Lazar, Town Clerk. THE CHILDREN’S TREAT. The third annual treat of the schools in Christchurch took place on Friday evening in the Drill-Shed, and shared in the uniform success which has attended the demonstrations on the occasion of H.R.H’s visit to the province. The building was crowded by a very large portion of our juvenile population, a considerable number of their seniors also being present. The exterior of the building was decorated with evergreens and Chinese lanterns. In the interior, a large platform had been erected, and a curtain arranged for the exhibition of dissolving views; on the right of this was another platform occupied by members of the Christchurch Vocal Union. In the centre of the shed was a raised dais with chairs, &c, for the accommodation of H.R.H. the Duke of Edinburgh, who had graciously signified his intention of being present. The doors were kept by members of the Christchurch Battery C.R.V., assisted by some of the Engineers, the Engineer Cadets furnishing a guard of honour at the north entrance, by which H.R.H. entered the building. Prior to the entertainment, the children taking part in it mustered at their respective school-houses, and marched thence to the drillshed, under the care of their respective teachers. By 6.30, the time fixed for commencing, there were not less than 1500 children, and 1000 adults present. At this time H.R.H. the Duke of Edinburgh, accompanied by His Excellency the Governor and two members of his suite, entered, and was ushered by Mr Stansell to the dais. Although the Duke’s intention of visiting the fete had previously been intimated by an orderly, his coming was almost a surprise to the committee, who had for the previous hour been hard at work arranging the children, and who had not reckoned on such punctuality. Immediately on the Duke entering the building, the Catholic School children sang a song entitled “ Welcome,” most effectively. The following address from the school children of Christchurch, illuminated on parchment by Mr John Davis, of the Survey Office, Christchurch, was then presented by S. T. Stansell, of the Wesleyan School, Durham street.

“ To his Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh:—

“ May it please your Royal Highness to permit us, the scholars of the Christchurch schools, to present to you our most hearty welcome upon this your first visit to Canterbury. “ We cannot fully express the sorrow and disappointment we felt when we heard of the unhappy circumstances which deprived us of the pleasure of greeting your Royal Highness on your former visit to these Colonics.

“On this occasion we would record our gratitude to that kind Providence which shielded your Uoyal Highness in the hour of danger, and spared your illustrious parent the deep sorrow of a second bereavement. “ We most sincerely welcome your Royal Highness to these shores, aud trust you may long be permitted to adorn the lofty sphere in which you move, and that you may encircle the name of Alfred with a brighter glory. “We desire, through your Royal Highness, to express our affectionate loyalty to our dearly beloved Queen, trusting she may long be spared to reign in righteousness and peace, surrounded by a loyal and happy people. “AVe feel deeply obliged to your Royal Highness for condescending to favour us with your presence this evening, thus increasing our enjoyment, encouraging our kind friends, and very considerably assisting the cause of the poor and afflicted.” A very handsome Bible, purchased by subscription among the scholars attending the Christchurch schools was then presented to the Prince by Mary Florence Willis, Addington School. On the fly leaf was the following inscription “To His Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh, Knight of the Most Noble Order of the Garter, &c., &c. Presented by the children of the Christchurch Schools on the occasion of his visit to Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand, 1869.” The Prince made the following reply

“ Children of Canterbury—- “ The reception which you have just given me is amongst the most pleasing I have met with since my arrival here. “ I thank you for your address, and for the Bible you have presented to me, which will always be a pleasing memento of my visit to Canterbury.

“ I hope that by reading the same book you may grow up to he what your parents are, a people fearing God and honouring their Queen.” Mr Stansell then called for three cheers for the Queen, for His Royal Highness Prince Alfred, and for bis Excellency the Governor, all of which were heartily responded to. The distinguished visitors then retired. The Vocal Union then gave Bishop’s “ Hail to the Chief ”in capital style. This was followed by a fantasia on the flute by Mr Rowley, accompanied by Mr Zincgraf. The Catholic schoolchildren then sang “ The Violet ” very beautifully. After the vocal pieces, Mr Seager exhibited dissolving views, several of them being new photographic slides. The Rev W. J. Habens explained the views _in a very clear manner. A photographic likeness of Her Majesty and one of Prince Alfred closed the series; the latter was instantly recognised by the youngsters, and was saluted with hearty cheers. All present then joined in the National Anthem, and the entertainment terminated.

The following are the schools represented at the entertainment and the numbers present:—St. Michael’s, 100; St. John’s, 100; St. Luke’s, 80; Heathcote, 30; Wesleyan, 100; Presbyterian, 100; Mrs Alabaster’s, 40; Papanui Wesleyan, 30; Papanui Church School, 30; St. Alban’s, 30; Addington, 40; Avonside, 30; Congregational (Sunday), 100; Catholic schools, 100; Baptists, 30. Total, 940. The remainder of the children attending these schools were present the next evening. The Revs—Chevrier and T. Buddie were present during the entertainment. THE BALL. The ball given in honour of the visit of his Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh may be said to have been a success. It was to be regretted that the Provincial Council Chamber was not larger, for its dimensions were far too limited to afford accommodation for the very large number of ladies and gentlemen who were there to receive the Queen’s son. It would have been better, perhaps, if a temporary ball-room had been erected on the quadrangle, and the Council Chamber turned into a supper-room for the occasion. In order to afford as much accommodation as possible under the circumstances, the old Council-hall was turned into a subsidiary dancing room. It was tastefully decorated with bunting, and being well lighted, looked remarkably well. There was very little in the way of decoration in the Chamber, which, indeed, does not require it. The benches of hon. members had been removed, and the metal grating over the heating pipes was hidden from view by a strip of handsome stair-carpeting. Chairs were placed round the Chamber, and the building was brilliantly lighted with gas. At the North end gas jets representing the letters “V. R.” were displayed over the Strangers’ Gallery, and on the opposite the letters “A. A.” shone out most brilliantly. A supper-room was erected for the occasion, in the quadrangle of the Government buildings. Mr Jenkins, of the Canterbury saw mills, was the contractor, and the decorations were carried out by Mr J. C. St. Quentin, the whole being under the superintendence of Mr Alexander Lean, architect. The tables were arranged by Mr Lean, after a new and improved fashion. A crimson canopy was placed about midway on the western side of the room, and chairs were placed underneath for the illustrious visitors. The tables radiated from the main in such a way that every visitor might almost he said to have faced his Royal Highness. Three chandeliers shed a brilliancy over the room, and the effect produced was at once animated and beautiful. In the vacant space opposite the canopy a fountain was kept in continuous play, and the ferns and other indigenous plants which were profusely displayed at this part of the building added considerably to the general effect. The band, under the direction of Herr Zincgraf, occupied the reporters’ gallery. The Public Works Office was set apart as a ladies’ cloak room, and the map room was placed at the disposal of gentlemen attending the ball. About 300 ladies and gentlemen attended.

His Royal Highness did not arrive until a quarter-past ten o’clock. The Engineers were present in the lobby as a guard of honour, and presented arms when the Prince entered the Chamber. He was escorted by his suite, his Excellency, and his Honor the Superintendent, to the upper end of the Chamber, the band playing the National Anthem. After a short interval, the ball was opened by His Royal Highness and Mrs Rolleston, his Excellency the Governor and Mrs G. L. Lee. The dresses of the ladies were in remarkably good taste. An adjournment to supper took place after midnight. The supper was provided by Mr George Oram, and the wines by the Ball Committee. Dancing was kept up until an early hour next morning.

On Saturday, the 24th, His Royal Highness Prince Alfred, attended by his Excellency the Governor, his Honor the Superintendent, several officers of the Galatea and Blanche, and other members of the Royal suite, visited the Government Domain. His Royal Highness, who drove six-in-hand, was attended by an escort of the Yeomanry Cavalry, and entered the Domain gates at the top of Hereford street at 1.20 p.m., where he was received by the members of the Park and Domain Board, the Mayor of Christchurch, and twg or three other gentlemen. His Royal Highness and party then entered the first enclosure and planted a very promising young oak, which will now be known as Prince Alfred’s Oak. It is near the centre of the paddock, and on entering the gates appears in line with the centre mount between the two enclosures. It is an interesting circumstaue that Mr Davie, who, as Chairman of the Park and Domain Board, had the honour of presenting the tree to His Royal Highness should have been the first of the early colonists who succeeded in raising a large number of oaks from English acorns, and those who remember the little garden standing out from the waste which then formed what is now the busiest part of the city of Christchurch, will think of the utter improbability, as it then appeared, that any of us should ever live to see the day when a son of our Queen should pass over that very spot attended by so many thousands of people as filled our streets on Thursday Inst.

The tree having been planied, Tlis Royal Highness, on being informed that it was intended to plant four other trees in the Domain in commemoration of his visit to Canterbury, was pleased to say that lie would plant them himself, although his doing so involved a walk of nearly a mile. The whole parly at once started for the site of the next tree at a pace not ranch under four miles an hour, and on walking through the rough grass three pheasants were sprung, which rose almost close to the Prince.

The trees planted were a Wellingtonia gigaatea, a totara, and a deodara. A cedar of Lebanon was also planted near the footpath, on the rise between the two paddocks. The totara and cedar were presented by Mr Armstrong, the Government gardener. The deer in the enclosures attracted the attention of His Royal Highness and suite, who then crossed the river in the punt and walked through the grounds of the Acclimatisation Society, where the successful introduction of the trout was brought under the notice of the Prince, who also inspected the aviaries in which imported English hints are placed previously to their being turned out. The carriages and escort having by this time reached the gate, His Royal Highness and suite left for Hiccarton, where the Prince took part in a pigeon match in a paddock on the Deans’ estate.

Admission was by ticket, and nearly 200 spectators were present. There were three matches between live officers of the Galatea, including his Royal Highness, aud five members of the Christchurch Club. Two of the matches were won by the latter. The party returned to town about six o’clock, and in an hour afterwards the Prince left the Clarendon to dine with the members of the Club. He left the Club in Messrs. Cobb and Co.’s, carriage at half-past nine, and after remaining half-an-hour at the Clarendon, walked through the city accompanied by some members of his suite, viewing the buildings and illuminations. He also visited the theatre for a short time.

THE DEPASTURE. On Sunday morning His Royal Highness and suite, accompanied by his Excellency the Governor, his Honor the Superintendent, and Messrs J. Craeroft Wilson, C. 8., left the Clarendon in two of Cobb and Co.’s covered carriages en route for the Railway Station at a quarter past ten. He was escorted by a guard of Cavalry. A guard of police, under Mr Inspector Buckley, was in wailing at the Railway Station. The special train started at half-past ten, and his Royal Highness was loudly cheered on leaving. There were about 200 persons present.

His Royal Highness arrived in Lyttelton at 5 minutes to 1 1. He was accompanied by ms suite, by his Excellency the Governor, his Honor the Superintendent, Mr W. Montgomery, Mr E. Jollie, Major Wilson, C. 8., Colonel Packe, Captain Montgomerie of H.M.S. Blanche, Mr L. Walker, Mr Marshman and a few other gentlemen. Hia departure was evidently unexpected by the inhabitants of Lyttelton, there being only about a hundred present to witness the embarkation. On alighting from the train, hie Royal Highness waa greeted with a round of cheers, which he graciously acknowledged. The arrangements for the embarkation were under the superintendence of Captain Gibson, Port Officer, and were satisfactorily carried out. It was intended that his Royal Highness should embark where he landed, but owing to its being low water, this plan had to be abandoned, and it was decided that be should embark from the sea wall. The s.s. Gazelle, Captain McLellan, was specially engaged to convey the Duke on board .H.M.S. Blanche. After a short delay, his Royal Highness having shaken hands, and bid good-bye to them who had accompanied him, stepped on board, the Royal Standard being immediately run up. This was the signal for an enthusiastic burst of cheering, led by his Honor the Superintendent. Cheers were also given for her Majesty the Queen, his Royal Highness and his Excellency Sir G. Bowen, His Royal Highness was accompanied on board by his suite and his Excellency. A final parting cheer was given, and the steamer moved rapidly off. It was thought by many that on his Royal Highness’ arrival at H.M.S. Blanche, a royal salute would be fired and the yards manned. A large number of people went round to Sumner road, but they were disappointed. At 20 minutes past 11, his Royal Highness stepped on board the H.M.S. Blanche, and there was no demonstration or ceremony. The ship had been getting up steam from 9 o’clock, and orders were at once given to get under weigh. At a quarter past 12, the anchor was tripped, and she steamed out of harbour. THE DUKE OP EDINBURGH AND THE NORTH. A large number of persons, many of them from long distances, assembled in Kaiapoi on Saturday April 24, in consequence of the general committee’s programme, which fixed Saturday for the expected visit of H.R.H. to the north. They were, of course, greatly disappointed. Under the same impression, three triumphal arches had been erected, an address prepared by the Borough Council, and arrangements made for a school treat. The two first were useless, but the latter was carried out. About 400 school children, from the Kaiapoi Church, Wesleyan and private schools, and a good number from Woodend, were regaled in the usual way. Most of the children were provided with hand flags. At the conclusion of the treat, they were addressed by the Rev. W. W. Willock, and then sang the National Anthem. A large number of Maoris also congregated in the town, and during the day danced the war dance two or three times. Much the same occurrences took place at Rangiora. The following are the addresses which were to have been presented by Kaiapoi and Rangiora respectively“ To his Royal Highness Alfred, Duke of Edinburgh, &c., &c. We, the Mayor and Councillors of the Borough of Kaiapoi, most respectfully beg to offer to your Royal Highness, on behalf of ourselves and burgesses, our heartfelt congratulations on your safe arrival in the colony of New Zealand, and more especially on your passing this borough, and visiting thjs portion of the province of Canterbury. We trust that your visit to New Zealand may be a source of much pleasure and satisfaction to yourself, and also a lasting benefit to the colony at large. We also trust that your visit may prove a further assurance of the loyalty and attachment to our beloved Queen, her person, her throne, and all the august members of her royal family, which exists amongst all classes who have made this colony their adopted home.” “To His Royal Highness Prince Alfred Ernest, Duke of Edinburgh, Knight of the Most Noble Order of the Garter, &c., &c. May it please your Royal Highness,— We, the inhabitants of Rangiora and its vicinity, hail with pride and satisfaction your Royal Highness’ arrival in the colony of New Zealand, and we desire most gratefully to acknowledge the distinguished honour your Royal Highness has paid to us in visiting the district of Rangiora, and chiefly because it affords us the opportunity of personally expressing our deep devotion and loyalty to Her Most Gracious Majesty the Queen. We are deeply sensible that there is but one feeling pervading the hearts of the people of Canterbury in their appreciation of your Royal Highness’ visit, but to us it is a cause of rejoicing that we are privileged to ask you to convey to Her Gracious Majesty our prayers, that while continuing to enjoy the choicest blessings of Heaven in the preservation of health and happiness, she may be long spared to adorn the Throne by a peaceful reign over her vast kingdom. We feel confident that your Royal Highness’ voyage will be attended with the most beneficial results, in connecting more strongly the bond of union between the colonists and the Mother country, and we earnestly trust that your Royal Highness may, after a successful voyage, be blessed with a happy return to England.” THE ALFRED PRIZES. The shooting for the prizes given as mementoes of the Royal visit took place at the Heathcote range on April 24. Messrs Petersen ami Co., High street, had the credit of originating the competition, and it must have gratified them to see the spirit with which the matter was taken up by our local marksmen. Seventy-two entered, and on the whole the firing was good.

The day was beautifully clear and calm, and could not have been excelled for shooting purposes. The proceedings were opened a little after 10 o’clock, and were carried out with great regularity, under the supervision of Captain Packer. The marking was also especially good, rl a single dispute arising during the day. Two squads, comprising ten men each, fired together, and the competitors were consequently divided into eight separate sections. In scoring for these, Lieutenants Pavitt, Wolfe, and Papprill rendered valuable aid.

At the first range, the firing was very good indeed, and considering their opportunities for practice, the competitors from H.M.S. Blanche made good scores. At the long ranges, however, they were completely “at sea,” and their chance of obtaining a prize was soon lost. 'Mr Harman took a strong lead from the first, and tiring steadily, succeeded in errrying the first prize by one point. More than ordinary credit as a marksman is due to him for this, as whilst others fired at any position at the 600 yards range, he shot from the knee, and his last two rounds, from each of which an outer was scored, were fired under a full knowledge of the close proximity of the other scores. Private Dixon’s score of 15 at each range showed good shooting, and the other winners have also the credit of carrying the prizes by good scores.

The conditions were five shots at each range, with Hythe position, at the first, and any position at the second, regulation targets, Government rifles, and minimum pull qf trigger Gibs. The prizes were a splendid gold medal valued at £25, given by Messrs Petersen and Co. of High street, and of which we have previously given a full description ; a silver tankard, valued at £lO 10s, and two others at £2 2s, each being the result of a subscription raised amongst a few gentlemen, taking an interest in the match. The following are the scores made, and it may be remarked that all the Canterbury corps were represented excepting No. 4 (Rangiora),

whilst several members of the Rifle Association also competed.

* Retired. The prize winners ate as follows, the tie between Lieut Papprill and Sergt. Frew being decided by the Wimbledon regulations : First prise, Mr Harman ; second do, Private Dixon ; third do, Sergt Frew ; fourth do, Lieut Papprill. REPLIES TO ADDRESSES. His Honor the Superintendent has received the following telegram from the Hon. E. C. Torke, equerry to His Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh:—“l am desired by the Duke of Edinburgh to convey to your Honor, and through you to the Provincial Government and to the inhabitants generally of the province, the expression of His Royal Highness’ sincerest thanks for the loyal and hospitable reception accorded to him by all classes of the community, and of his warm wishes for the prosperity and welfare of your province.” The following is the reply from Prince Alfred to the address presented by the Presbyterian Church:—” Gentlemen, —Among the characteristics of our parent land, and of this important colony, is the perfect freedom of religious creeds. I recognise in your position the assertion of this right, associated with the doctrines of that Church which has long guided the people of Scotland. I thank you for your addresses, and for your prayers, offered on behalf of the Queen, my mother, and myself.— Alfred.” The following reply to the address presented by the Church of England clergy to Prince Alfred has been received :—“ Gentlemen, —I thank you from my heart for this address, presented by your Bishop on behalf of the Diocese of Christchurch. It is most agreeable to my feelings to receive such proofs of welcome to myself and of loyalty to the Queen from members of a Church to which it is my happiness to belong. I shall never cease to rejoice that I have been enabled to visit this distant portion of the empire, and to become acquainted with a people of which I shall carry back with me the most pleasing recollections. I trust that on your part the prayers of which you remind me will henceforth be offered up in the churches of the land with even an increased earnestness.—Alfred.”

His Honor the Superintendent has transmitted the following reply of Prince Alfred to the address presented by the Mayor, Councillors, and burgesses of Lyttelton:— " Gentlemen, —I am truly pleased to hare received so kind a reception on my arrival in the Borough of Lyttelton, and I thank you sincerely for the warm congratulations yon offer me in your address. On my return home, I shall not fail to make known to Her Majesty the depth of loyalty and devotion expressed towards Her Throne and Person throughout New Zealand, and the happy time I have spent amongst you. Your prayers on my behalf will, I trust, by the blessing of Almighty God, be fully realized. In return, I wish yon every prosperity. Alfred.”

The following reply has been received by the Loyal Orangemen of Canterbury, in reply to the address presented to His Royal Highness “ Gentlemen, I accept with great satisfaction the address in which you proclaim your deep attachment to the person and government of the Queen, and offer me so kind a greeting to this loyal province. You do no more than justice to the other portions of this interesting and beautiful country when you speak of the enthusiastic reception which has been everywhere accorded me as the son of your Sovereign. That that prosperity may continue and that industry may meet with its just reward, will ever be the constant prayer of your Sovereign, of myself, and of the people who share with you the blessings of free institutions. For your fervent prayers for the preservation of my health, and for success in my career, accept my warmest thanks. Alfred.” A meeting of the committee of the Oddfellows and Foresters was held in the Oddfellows’ Hall, Lichfield street, Mr H. A. Davis presiding. The secretary (Mr Ness) read a letter from his Honor the Superintendent, enclosing the reply of his Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh to the joint address of these orders presented to him on the day of his arrival in Christchurch. The reply is as follows;—“ Gentlemen,! thank yon from the bottom of my heart for the congratulatory address presented to me on my arrival in this your adopted home, where I am proud to) find such love existing for the institutions of your country and such attachment towards the person and throne of jour sovereign. I am deeply touched by your sincere prayer for the welfare of her Majesty and the other members of the Royal Family, and I shall never forget your graceful tribute to the memory of my dear father, which will always help to remind me of his example, which I shall ever strive to follow —Alfred. To the members of the Ancient Order of Foresters, and to the Loyal Order of Odd Fellows dwelling in the pvrißCa of Canterbury, New Zealand.” The

secretary was directed to acknowledge the receipt of his Honor’s letter. On the mot 1?? of Mr W. B. Hobbs, seconded by Mr T. B. Thompkins, it was ordered that copies of Prince Alfred’s reply should be sent to each Court and Lodge in the province. The net amount accruing from the demonstration Is £l2O.

200 600 3 Competitors. yds. yds. H Lieut. Papprill, No. 2 16 13 29 Private Jackson, No. 6 17 25 Private Schneider, No. 6 ... 15 10 25 Sergt. Berry, C.V.A. 16 7 23 Private Rule, No. 6 15 12 27 Mr Jenkins n 0 11 Seret. Frew, No. 6 13 16 29 Gunner Oakes, U. V.A. 16 4 20 Gunner Raven, C.V.A13 2 15 Private Conley, No. 8 17 11 28 Sapper Beattie, £. 11 * Private Stewart, No. 3 13 4 17 Private Dixon, No. 8 15 15 30 Private J. Cameron, No. 3... 16 9 25 Sergt. Sandford, No. 8 14 10 24 Private Allen, No. 8 10 2 12 Private Purcell, No. 8 11 0 11 Private Townsend, No. 8 ... 13 8 21 Sergt. Bailey, No, 9 13 3 16 Mr Fox n Corpl. Farland, No. 8 9 Private Waters, No. 8 15 23 Private Vincent, No. 8 10 13 Mr Harman 19 12 31 Gunner Whale, C.V.A. 14 it 25 Private F. Pearce, No. 5 ... 15 8 23 Private A. Pearce, No. 5 ... 9 Sergt. Clarke, No. 5 Mr A. Cuff 13 12 7 9 20 21 Gunner Wells, L.V.A. 12 6 18 Gunner Caro, L.V.A. 9* Gunner Hammer, L.V.A, ... 12 2* Private Miller, No. 8 12 Private Hunter, No. 8 11 * Gunner Restieaux, C.V.A.... 14 7 21 Private G. Wearing, No. S... 17 4 21 Private Farland, No. 8 14 2 16 Pemberton, No. 3 ... 14 * Lieut. Wolfe, No. 6 15 8* Private Stewart, No. 3 2 * Sergt.'Major Hawley,C.V .A. 13 * Sapper Jenkins, E, 16 0 Sapper Lockwood, E. 0 * Bandsman Jones, C.Y.C. ... 14 6 20 Mr Thompson 7 * Corpl. Paton, No. 6 15 13 Mr Gunderson ••• 12 8 20 Corpl. Pate, No. 3 15 4 19 Sapper Barnes, E. _ •” 9 Qeb. Copleston, H. M. S. * Blanche 6 Corpl. A. Clarke, No. 6 ... 15 ii 26 Lieut. Pavitt.E. 16 5 21 Sergt.-Major Urquhart, E.... 12 13 25 Sapper Burton, E. 6 Mr Bird 15 Colour-Sergeant Meyhen, 10 7 17 Royal Marines — Thomas, H.M.S. Blanche 6* Albert Smith, H.M.S.Blanche 10 2 12 Mr Painter, gunner, H.M.S. Blanche 9* — Burnett 8* Private Sandford. No. 8 12 2 14 Corpl. Hawkins, No. 8 3* Wm. Harcus, H.M.S. Blanche 0* Thos. Selby, H.M.S. Blanche 13 7 20 Alfred Somers, H. M. S. Blanche 9* Robert Smith, H. M. S. Blanche 12 0 12 George Ballard, H. M. S. Blanche 3* Mr Zeesler 3*