TOWN & COUNTRY.

Lyttelton Times, Volume LXXX, Issue 10112, 10 August 1893, Page 4

TOWN & COUNTRY.

Contentg.— The reports iu this issue include meetings o£ creditors, the Adding* ton saleyarda and the Australian markets, the Supreme Court and the Selwyu County Council. Our Wellington correspondent forwards details of the Government Railways Bill, and a budget of political notes. Parliamentary.— The Legislative Council yesterday sot up a Committee to consider the Labour Bills, and forwarded the measures dealing with the sale and carriage of poisons, the Otago Harbour Board, and mining. In the House of Representatives the Premier introduced the Alcoholic Liquors Control Bill, and there was a long discussion on the rabbit question. In the evening Sir K. Stout’s Licensing Act Amendment Bill was moved into Committee after a debate, and its further consideration was then postponed. Sir John Hall’s Woman Suffrage Bill was read a second time. Farm Poultry. —Farmers should road an article on this subject in this week’s Canterbury Times.

Sydenham and Suburban Money Club. —The adjourned general meeting of members of the Sydenham and Suburban Money Club will bs held to-morrow evening in the Oddfellows’ Chambers, Colombo road. San Fbancisco Mail. —The Takapuna was not able to leave Wellington till midnight last night, and the closing of the Sau Francisco mail has been postponed till 11.10 s.m. to-day for letters, and 10.20 a.m. for money orders and registered letters.

The Breath Cue,is. —Of all the cures which have appeared before public notice, perhaps the most peculiar is that known by the above title. The discoverer claims that it will cure everyday maladies, such as headache, toothache, &e. Particulars are given m this week's Canterbury Times.

Entertainment at Avonside. —An entertainment of songs, recitations, &c., and a military exhibition by a detachment of City Guards, will be given at the schoolroom of the Holy Trinity Church, Avonside, this evening, to mark the reopening of that building. Dunedin Dos Show. —A full special report of the exhibition of dogs at the Dunedin Fanciers’ Club’s show will bo found in the kennel columns of the Canterbury Times this week. On canine matters our contemporary is recognised throughout the Colonies as an undoubted authority. Military Concert.— The annual military concert will take place in the Theatre Eoyal on Thursday and Friday, August 24 and 25, and should be equally as successful as the previous ones. The volunteers have been working for it for some months, and many new exercises, operatic choruses and songs have been rehearsed. Selwyn County Council.— An ordinary meeting of the Selwyn County Council was hold yesterday morning, when business in connection with Lake Ellesmere and the water-races and flames was transacted. The Grand National Meeting. —The town was unusually lively last evening, numerous visitors having arrived to attend the Grand National Steeplechase Meeting, which takes place tc-day. A good number of persona arrived by the southern express last night, and the principal hotels are full. The train arrangements in connection with the meeting are advertised in another column. The Nautilus.—A number of the officers of the Spanish training ship were entertained at a Cinderella dauce at Hobbs’ assembly rooms last evening, whilst others were present at the Tuam street theatre and at the concert at the Oddfellows’ Hall. To-day they will be the guests of the Canterbury Jockey Club at the Grand National Meeting, and tomorrow will attend the trotting races at the show grounds. On Sunday afternoon the Engineers’ band will play selections on board the ship. Theatrical.— Mr T. Pollard has arranged for a return visit of bis Liliputian Opera Company. The season, which will only be a short one of seven nights, will commence on August 28. This company will be followed by the Gourlay-Walton Musical Comedy Company, which is now in the North Island. On Sept. 23 Mr Bland Holt will commence a season of sixteen nights, when several novelties will be produced. The manager (Mr Simonson), the mechanist (Mr H. Winning) and the stage manager (Mr Harry Norman) are now in Dunedin making preparations for the opening there. Justices oe the Peace. —The Terauka Leader says The Hon. Mr Eolleaton is evidently dissatisfied with the way in which Justices of the Peace have been appointed. He has been talking about men of the right colour, and so on, being appointed, and has suggested that Chairmen of County Councils should be c:c ojjicio Justices of the Peace. This is all Mr Eolfeston has contributed towards the Government of the country during the past three years, and it is not worth £240 a year At the present time we believe that there a,re very few Chairmen of County Councils v/ho are not Justices of the Peace, so no great change would suggestion .%

, ! Masonic— The usual meeting of Conyena Lodge, 1916, "will be held at the MasoniQ Hall, Sydenham, this evening. . 1 Abbob Dat— The Bay of Plenty Times 1 varied its day of publication “so as to, afford its staff an opportunity of participating in the requirements of Arbor Day.” A. Model State.—An article, which, brings into clear relief some of the excel* lent qualities of the Swiss Eepublicij appears in the current number of the Canterbury Times. Fibb Bbxgadb.— -Superintendent Turfcon acknowledges, with thanks, the receipt of. a cheque for three guineas from the! trustees of the late Mr Henry Oram, foji services rendered by the Brigade in saving; the Golden Fleece Hotel and adjoining: pr- m'sea from flra about a fortnightago. , St John Ambulance Association—A(j! the City Council Chambers yesterday, afternoon. Dr Jennings delivered the flrsfcl of a series of medallion lectures to the lady! members of the St John Ambulance Assooi, ation. There was a fair attendance and the lecture was attentively listened to. i Gardening. —Amateur gardeners, and, indeed, all who take an interest in ths| cultivation of vegetables, fruit and flowers,! will benefit greatly by the perusal of the; practical and seasonable instructions' given week by week in the Canterbury Times. Interesting notes on subjects con* nected with the garden are also given, ' Creditors* Meeting.— A special meet-, ing of the creditors in the bankrupt estate of Harper and Co. was held yesterday, having been convened by the Official Assignee in response to a requisition. Thp 1 representatives of the Frees were excluded, the Official Assignee ruling it to baa, private meeting. It is understood that; the meeting did not last long, and that up! resolution was arrived at.

Agricultural and Pastoral. The’ news under this heading in the current' number of the Canterbury Times is as com-! preheasive and interesting as usual. It includes the balance of the speeches on; crosa-brceding sheep, made at the conference, which should be read by every; farmer. The various subjects, which at! the present time are uppermost in farmers*' minds are discussed, and the notes contain,! items from all parts of the world concern-! ing the progress and position of the agricultural and pastoral interests, Tuam Street Theatre— Thera was: another crowded house at the Tuam street' theatre last night, when the Holloway! Company repeated My Jack. The drama! was received with enthusiastic applause,' and between the acts the principals were; called before the curtain. The scenery again came in for a good deal of praise,: especially the scene in which the blowing up of tbe lighthouse and the rescue of the, heir is depicted. In consequence of thai success of the drama, it will be repeated' to-night. To-morrow it will give place to’ The Wages of Sin.

Salvation Army. —Last evening, at the Victoria street hall, the Salvation Army gave a very successful entertainment of a i unique character. Among other features Captains Foote and Qaymau contributed descriptions of army work in Ceylon and India. Lieutenant Tillbrook, who has been promoted to the rank of captain, and appointed to take charge of Oxford, received farewell greetings during the evening. By to-day’s steamer Staff-Captain Grinling, and his wife, who have been thoroughly identified with the barrack life of the Army ever since its existence in Christ-', church, will leave for Auckland. Mr and Mrs Grinling have been selected to take charge of t the Army’s affairs in Auckland, as Editor of the New Zealnnd War Cry Mr Grinling has proved himself an able penman, and his successful conduct of that journal will be admitted by all its readers.

Oddfellowshif. —A meeting of th® Kaiapoi Lodge was held in the Chamber of the Oddfellows’ Hall, on Tuesday: evening. There was a good attendance*The half-yearly balance-sheet was read by P.P.G.M. £ro Clark, who congratulated th®. members upon the very satisfactory results shown. The trustees were authorised .to consider the best means of investing the, funds now in hand, and to report at the next meeting. P.P.G.M.s Bros Fraser and: Clark were elected as delegates to the next District meeting. The Secretary was ia«L straoted to write to the other Friendly' J Societies in the town with a v,iow of the / amalgamation of all for the purpose of holding the annual fete. The delegates' are to meet in the Oddfellows’ Hall; Chamber on August 23, to consider whatj steps shall be taken.—The regular fort-i nightly meeting of the Loyal Heart of; Friendship Lodge was held in the Odd- 1 fellows’ Hall, Waimate, on Monday even- 1 iug. The N.G., Bro 0. Jackson, presided I and there was a large gathering ofi members. The Secretary was instructed: to attend to various matters appertaining; to the welfare of the Lodge. The dele-! gates’report was received, and a vote of, thanks passed to Bro T. Evans. It*was ; decided to place a further sum at fixed : deposit for twelve months. One candidate was balloted for and elected, and one' proposed for membership. j: Funerals.— The remains of the late Mr W. K. Sprott, who died in Auckland, arrived in Christchurch on Tuesday, and ware interred at the Public Cemetery, Liawood, yesterday afternoon. The remains; left the residence of deceased’s mother,' Papanui road, shortly after two o’clock, and were followed to their last resting place by a large number of friends, amongst whom were all the prominent artists of the district, as well as the students of the School of Art. The funeral service was conducted by the Eev Dr Elmslie. Hand-i some floral tributes were sent by the Auckland Mahlstick Club, the Palette Club, the School of Art and a number of friends.—The funeral of the late Mr Peter Martin took place yesterday, a very large corUge following the remains to the Lin wood Cemetery. The officials of the Caledonian Society were fully represented, 1 all the Directors being present. Many old residents also attended. The burial, service was read by, the Eev Dr Elmslie.—*; The remains of the late Mr A. G. Cox wera; interred in the Temnka cemetery yester-1 day. The funeral cortege was one of th®; largest ever witnessed in the district, the j hearse being followed by seventy-six car- : riages, fifty-three horsemen and a large, number of persons on foot. Represents-; tivea of the principal families in South Canterbury were present, and floral tributes were sent in profusion. The, funeral service was conducted by the Revs W. E. Gillam end Butterfield. Libdbbkbanzohbn.— The second "At Home” of the Liederkranzchen wosheld yesterday afternoon, and was a great success. There was a large audience end Captain Villaamil and several officers of

the Nautilus were present by invitation# Solos were sung by Miss Ballantyne, Mies Allan, Mrs J. Anderson and Mies Fair* hurst. The last-named lady was accompanied by Miss Packer on the violin, and received a woll-merited encore. _ Miss Bath, Meeson gave a humorous recitation- A pianoforte duct waa contributed by Misses Graham and Hargreaves and a pianoforte solo by Mies Wood. The part songs, the feature of the entertainment, were sung with much delicacy, and did great credit to, ■ the careful training of Miss Gard’ner. the; conductress. Chiefly noticeable were Bene# diet’s “ Lullaby,” with its singular rooking; vocal accompaniment, Hiller’s "Bells! in May” in which the crescendo and; diminuendo were specially well marked,' and Smart’s "Hail to Thee ” which went.; with great spirit. Last, but not least, was i "The Song of the Liederkranzchen/*i written and composed for the Society by' Mios Gard’ner. The words are particularly j happy, the simile of the "wreath" (kranz-; chon) being well sustained, and the; praises of the ladies’ beverage, "Thaj Modern Nectar—Tea," aptly introduced# I Tho music was bright and sparkling, thqj first two verses being in mazurka tempo,; followed by the third in a slower, graceful movement; in tho next a quaint effect,! ' is produced upon the word "tea," which tdl| tho parts echo in turn before the last re- 1 fraia. The song was enthusiastically j encored, and Mies Gard’ner was con grata-’ lated on all sides. Miss Wood accompanied, with taste and skill, aud tho refreshments! were excellent. The room waa prettily! decorated with the Spanish colours profusion of sweet, flowers. ’ \ Teas'

Social Dasob.—A social dance under the management of the ladies' sewing class will be held at the Lyceum to-night. Cycling.— E. Reynolds, of Auckland, being unable to go to Sydney with the team of amateur cyclist*, the Selection Committee will probably elect H. J. Pither to fill the vacancy. Holiday Entertainment.— An _ entertainment, comprising an exhibition or dissolving views, will bo given by Mr 1. Crook in the Oddfellows’ Hall this evening, and will bo followed by a dance. New Zealand Busby Union.— The football columns of this week’s Canterbury Times contain an article on the New Zealand Union, giving the reasons for its foundation and the objections raised to it by Canterbury and Otago. A New Gbyseb.— There was recently discovered in the Worth Island s monster geyser, which discharges a column of boiling water to a height of 150 feet. An interesting account of a visit to the geyser, and a description of what is a novel spectacle, is given in this week’s Canterbury Times. Mobkis-tubb Shooting.— Owing to unforeseen circumstances arising at the iaat moment, the contest for the Mayor’s trophy, which had been arranged to take place last evening, was postponed till next Wednesday, when the match will proceed as originally drawn for. A meeting of delegates will be held at the Council Chambers to-morrow evening at eight o’clock. .Arbor Day.— Our Okain’s Bay correspondent writes:—The bad weather and limited attendance at school, consequent upon the prevalence of measles, prevented Arbor Day being observed until Monday, when the Chairman, the Clerk, and three members of the School Committse, the 'teachers and about a dozen children met at the school, and planted over a hundred trees. Eaiapoi Borough.— A meeting of the Committee to consider the extension of the borough boundaries was held on Tuesday eveni n g. There was a full attendance, and the Mayor presided. The Clerk submitted the information which he had obtained since last meeting, and the boundary lines as proposed were agreed to. After da tala had been arranged the meeting adjourned till Monday evening. _ Sporting. —The sporting columns of this week’s Canterbury Times are particularly interesting in view of the Grand National meeting, which begins to-day. A history of the great steeplechase event from its inauguration, and anticipations for the present gathering are given, and amongst other contents are reports of important English races and sporting news from Home and abroad. Hunting, trotting and coursing also recrive attention. Amateur Camera Club.— A meeting of the Amateur Camera Club was held on Monday evening, at Mr Bradley’s studio (the Club rooms), when an interesting collection of lantern slides was exhibited by two of tbs members, to whom a hearty vote of thanks was passed. It was resolved that next meeting niuht should be devoted to instruction in bromide enlargements, and that, at the regular meeting on the first Monday in each month, a lantern elide competition should taka place among members of the Club. Canterbury A. and P. Association.— The rooms of the Canterbury Agricultural and Pastoral Association, recently damaged by fire, have been thoroughly renovated and re'decorated. The painters and decorators have done excellent work/and the rooms present their wonted neat appearance. The committee-room is now being furnished and fitted up, the library of the Association and Mr Murphy’s splendid and extensive collection of private volumes being restored to their old positions, and the numerous collection of photographs being replaced on the walls. Concert. — A unique and interesting concert was given last evening in the Oddfellows’ Hall, under the patronage of the Eight Eev Dr J. J. Grimes, in aid of the ohoir fund of St Mary’s Church. The programme was equally divided between sacred and secular musical items, and a number of oxy-ether lantern views were shown by Mr Seager. Mr H. Eossiter’s band played two selections, and Mrs W. Cronin was the accompanist. Solos Were given Gamble, Miss Hayward, Mrs Kelly, Messrs Cronin, Read, and M’Cormaok. A lady friend gave two recitations, while choruses and duets made up an excellent programme. Supreme Court.— Yesterday morning the argument of counsel was taken in the Supreme Court, before Mr Justice Denniston, in tho adjourned matter of .a transfer of coal made by G. W. Turner to the Canterbury Farmers’ Co-operative Association, Timaru. Mr Fisher submitted that the transaction was void under Section 27 of the Act of 1884. aa amended by the Bankruptcy Act of 1885, as it had not been made in the usual way of business** Mr White submitted that the coal baa been delivered in parouance of an agreement made more, than three months prior to the bankruptcy of Turner, and that, therefore, it was a good one. His Honor took timo to consider his decision. Horticultural Society.— A meeting of the Committee of tho Christchurch Horticultural Society was held last evening, at which Judges and Stewards were appointed to act at the Society’s Spring Show. It was decided to hold the next meeting on Sept. 6. A general (seating was then held, at which there waa a large attendance. A paper on pruning was read by Mr W. Jones, who has had considerable experience in fruit growing in the Old Country. At the conclusion of tho address Mr Jones answered a number of questions, and was accorded a hearty vote of thanks on the motion of Mr Davis, seconded by Hr Anatey. Mr Clark has agreed to read a paper on “The Cultivation of Tomatoes” at a meeting to bo held on Sept, 13. Ihh Addington Market.— Tho following is a summary of tho business transacted at the Addington live stock market yesterday Tho flue weather had the effect of considerably increasing the attendance of the public, and business waa fairly satisfactory in moat departments. Entries in all classes were below the average, and though tho late rough weather caused some of the stock to be in lower condition than would otherwise have been the case, the bulk of the entry did not S resent the draggled appearance it has of ite. The entries for the day comprised 8000 sheop, 800 head of cattle and 200 pigs. Tho greater part of a medium entry of store sheep was composed of breeding ewes and hoggets. The t latter were neglected, and while a few really good lines of the former changed hands at satisfactory rates, owners’ values in many cases stood in tho way of business. Under 6000 fat sheep were yarded, and beyond one or two good lines c i croao - bred wethers, amongst which were a couple of pens of the very primeat mutton from Mr S. A. Bristol, of i’areorj., tho croaa-breda were a decidedly irregular lot. Merinos took up nearly half the entry, and a considerable improvement in quality waa shown, another draft of Buooleuch wethers coming in for much attention. Business dragged considerably tho opening of the sale, tho only class that appeared to he holding its own being nice, bandy-weight freezers, which were firm throughout the day. As the sale progressed a decidedly healthier tone was noticeable, and at the close had quite recovered, and remained ipractsoaliy the same aa thoao o£ last week. A few of this season's lambs oamo forward, and sold at prices wbioh should pay the growers. If the weather should continue fine a regular supply of this class may ba looked for. A email entry ol rat cattle, nearly tho whole of which was made up of cows and heifers, mot brisk competition, and prices era firm with an upward tendency. The store pons were filled with young stock and dry cowa, Tho former are now good property, tho demand being Very keen, and tboro in every appearance ©fit remaining ko, while a slightly improved demand existed for store cowe. A medium entry of dairy oowo, none of which wera of extra quality, were mostly disposed of at well up to late ratse, Tho supply of pigs was the smallest for some time, and prime baoouera wero very scarce, the bulk of tho yarding consisting of poxkoro and stores. Owing co tho prjieuco of foreign oomnotition, baoonera wore in food demand, but porkers sad stores do

Prize Story.— The third Prize Story Competition instituted by the Canterbury Times, commences with the current number, The story selected is entitled “ Unlucky Dick.” Massey-Harbxs Cultivator.— Trials of the Maasey-Harris cultivator will bo held at Lakeside at noon to-day at Mr M’Pherson’s, and to-morrow at 10 a.ra. at Mr Oliff’a farm at Addington. New Zealand Eugby Union,— At the meeting of the Committee of the Canterbury Eugby Union held last evening, a sub-Committee was appointed to draw up a statement explaining the Union’s action in declining to affiliate with the New Zealand Eugby Union. A report of the meeting appears elsewhere. ' Salvage.— The drapery and clothing damaged by water on the occasion of the fire at Mr Walsh’s premises will be offered for sale on Friday at Messrs Lonargan and Co.’s warehouse. The bargains on this occasion will be great and many. See advertisement in Times. 3978 Second hand Wheels.— Heavy stock at low prices; list ready. Drop a post card for a copy; post free. Adams, Curtiea and Co., 70, Manchester street.— [Advt.] Striking Eksults in Otago by Forest Schusaleir methods with measles; Circular and Remedies, 3s; Calcium Fhos. for Children Eecoveriog, la fid; Books commended by Dr Burton, just 'arrived, " Irrationalism,” Apologia,” 2a fid ; “ Truth,” “ Health.” 160, Taam street.— [Advt 1 _ A Wonderful Medicine.— jjo you suffer from headaches ? If you do we advise yon to at once procure a packet of Dr Crossland’s headache powders. These powders are simply wonderful in their effects, curing the most severe headache in about ten minutes. People who have been martyrs for years to headaches now have no fear of them, as they know that one of these powders will absolutely cure an attack, no matter how severe. A trial will convince the most sceptical that they are just as represented. A sure headache cure. Guaranteed free from antipyrine, morphia, or other deleterious drug. Price Is fid a packet. Obtainable only at Truth and Health Supplies Company, 160, Taam street, opposite Tuam street hall. XB7 Attention is directed to the advertisement 'o Messrs Wrigglesworth and Bines, photographers, the present proprietors of the Bden George Co. studio, Colombo street, announcing that the Eden. George Deposit Tickets will not he accepted by them after the 30th September. Messrs w. &B are making preparations for introducing their artistic and beautiful Matt Opal-Type process to tho public of Christchurch. Prof. Bickerton’s analysis of Jameson, Anderson and Co.’s Teas states:—“ So that in all respects the samples submitted appear to he well prepared, genuine teas of excellent quality.” . XOS9 Cabinet Photos los per doz. A new display of the beautiful Platinettes in jvestihnle. Standish and Proece, 218, High street.—f An vt.l Farmers and country visitors to Christchurch are requested to call at C. H. Manning’s Studio and see the large display of Photos of the Early Settlers of Canterbury now on view, and to bear in mind that C. H. Manning’s well-known, artistically finished Cabinet Photos are reduced in price, and can now he obtained at los pee dozen, any style or position. 150, Colombo street (opposite E. Keece and Sons).— [Advt.l