TOWN & COUNTRY.

Lyttelton Times, Volume LXXX, Issue 10216, 9 December 1893, Page 5

TOWN & COUNTRY.

Contents.— This morning 1 a cable news states that a political crisis has arisen in New South Wales, the Ministry having been defeated on a motion having reference to the part taken by one of its members on behalf of a litigant, making a claim against the Colony. The Admiralty has announced its intention ot adding to tbo strength of the British Navy. Mr Gladstone declines to interfere in the miners’ strike in Scotland unless requested to do so by both the owners and the strikers. The Austrian Eeicharath has passed a Workmen’s Insurance Bill, under which the employers will be compelled to pay 90 per cent of the premium. The Victorian Railway Commissioners have effected a saving of .£IO,OOO per annum by employing women instead of men at the minor stations, and they intend further extending the employment of female labour. Our Wellington correspondent supplies some interesting extracts from the annual sheep returns. , “ The Stab. I ’—A deeply-interesting tale of the old bashranging days in Australia, “The Last of the Triumvirs,” will be one of the features of the eight page issue of the Star to-day. There will also be a story of a very different character, *• An Ethiopian Cricket Match,” which should raise a hearty laugh, not only from cricketing readers, but from all. A chapter of Miss Braddou’s serial story, “ All Along the River,” will contain au interesting development of that excellently written tale. In the Ladies’ Columns will be found an admirable little paper on “ Sunshine in the Home,” and a sympathetic description of “A Woman of the World.” The general reading will include another instalment of the "Reminiscences of a Journalist,” an original paper on immorality as a cause of poverty and pauperism in Christchurch, the latest literary notss sent out by the London correspondent, a column of Dramatic Gossip, Fun and Fancy, " Brief Mention,” end a miscellaneous assortment of entertaining reading. Dkuids’ Gala—The members of the local Druids’ Lodges will hold a picnic on Boxing Day in Mr Harrison’s paddock on the Papanui road. Women’s Institute.— Owing to the absence of Mrs Grossmann, the ordinary meeting of the Litsraiy section of the Women’s Institute is postponed until further notice.

Aeahoa Regatta. —The annual regatta will be held at Akaroa ou Anniversary Day, and promises to be a great success. A special steamer will leave Lyttelton iu the morning for Akaroa, returning to port Che same evening. Associated Volunteer Corps. The second round of matches for the Associated Volunteer Corps’ trophy will be fired at the Bromley range this afternoon. The following will represent the College Rifles againgh a team from the E Battery Colour-sergeant Smith, Corporal Oolclough, Lance-Corporals Millton and Gibson, Privates Hartland, Hamilton, Evans. Teapa, Collins and WOodhousa; emergencies— Sergeant Welch, Corporal Stowe aud Private Cr.ru w.

New Brighton Pier. —The New Brighton Pier is now out. to it< extreme length, 700 feet, and Mr Stumbles, the contractor, is engaged in driving piles to extend the width at the outer end. The structure now forms a splendid promenade, and as sheltered seats are provided at short intervale for the convenience cf visitors, the pier is becoming a favourite resort for excursionist s. Pishing is indulged in aud soma very good spoit obtained. Yesterday a couple of very tine kahawai weighing about 101 b each were landed, besides a great numb j r of smaller fish. “The New Humourists.” —On Monday, Wednesday aud Friday next Miss O. Freeman, 8.A., Principal of the Girton College at Dunedin, will deliver three lectures on “ The New Humoui ists.” Miss Froßit.au will deal with Jerome, “ Q ” aud Barry Pain. The Countess of Glasgow has signified her intention of be:ag present on Monday. The lecturer haa already gained a reputation as a humourist, and the southern papers speak very highly of her powers. She was the first lady graduate of the Otago University, and lately delivered an interesting address on " Woman Suffrage ” at a large meeting of women iu Dunedin. Sunday Services.— At the Cathedral to-morrow the Rev W. Harper will preach in the morning and the Rev M’Kenzie Gibson in the evening. At the Durham street Wesleyan Church the Eev J. i’. Nott will preach in the morning and tho Eev F. W.lsitt in I he evening. At East Balt the Eev P. W. Hitt will preach ia the morning and tho Rev H. K. Dewsbury iu the evening. Mr E. Sheppard wilt conduct the service in the public school, Sumner, ia the evening. At the Trinity Congregational Church the Rev B. J. Baker will preach at both set vices. At tho Oxford Terrace Baptist Church tho Eev C. Daliaston will preach both morning and evening. At the Methodist Free Church, St Asaph street, the Rev J. Wrigley will preach in the morning aud the Eev J. Busking in the evening. At the Primitive Methodist Church, Cambridge Terrace, Hr W. Harrison will conduct the morning and the Rrv J. Dawson tho evening service. At the Linwood Primitive Methodist Church the Kev J. Dawson rM conduct the morning and the LsdiOa’ Mission Baud tho evening service. At the St Albans Wesleyan Church Sunday echoed anniversary services will ba held. The Rev F. W. Isitt will preach in tho morning aud al?o conduct a flower service in tho afternoon; tho Rev P. W, Fuirolough will preach in the evening. Too itiv T. A. Meyer will preach at the Gorman Church at 11 a.m. At the Church of Christ Mr T. Martin will preach ai the overling service. The Students of Truth will hold meetings at the Oddfellows’ Chambers morning, afternoon and evening. The services in connection with the Central Mission will by continued ia the Oddfellows’ Hull, Lichfield street, all « <y. commencing at II a.ia., Sunday school at 2.80 p.m., and a hearty welcome is given to strangers in the evening at 6.45, when vocal and instrumental selections will be rendered by a large number of workers. To Overcome Wearness. Pepper’s Quinine and Iron Tonic gives New Life, Appetite, Health, Strength and Energy; Cures. lndigestion, Nervous Debility «ud Neuralgia. Half-crown bottles, everywhere. Insist on having Pbppeb’s.[Advt.l X 864

Self-denial Week. The TFar Cry states that the exact amount realised by the self-denial week in New Zealand is not yet known, but it will be over .£2OOO. Cheviot Bale.— An advertisement in this issue announces a postponement of the auction sale of Mr Dairraoh’s valuable farming plant. The amended date will be duly announced. No&th east Wabd Election.—Responding to numerous requests, Mr James Rowe (who for three years represented this Ward in the City Council) has again consented to become a candidate for the vacancy caused by the election of Mr T. Gapes to the Mayoralty. Marshland— A very successful concart, arranged by Mr Malcolm, was given on Thursday evening in the schoolroom in aid of the church funds. An excellent programme was gone through, and the appreciation of the audience was shown by frequent encores. The Rev T. A. JMeyer presided. Imported Sheep. Two Shropshire rams, imported some time ago by Mr Rupert Parry, Timaru. were discharged from quarantine yesterday and forwarded to their owner in South Canterbury. They are from two of the best flocks in Shropshire, and are very handsome sheep. Their condition on leaving the island was highly creditable t% >he custodian. Obchesteal Concert. —Hie Excellency the Governor and the Countess of Glasgow, in addition to granting their patronage, have intimated their intention of being present at the concert to be given on Thursday next in the Tuam street hall. The members of the Orchestral Society have all been most energetic and successful in the sale of tickets. The box office will open on Monday, at eleven o’clock, Ashburton Wool Sale.— There was a large attendance of buyers at the Ashburton wool sale yesterday, when considerably over 4000 bales of wool wore offered. Cross-bred wool sold up to Ssd, and merino up to 6d, tbe prices being quite equal to those obtained at the Christchurch sale. The bulk of the wool was sold by auction, net much being passed in. Farmers appear quite satisfied with the prices obtained. Bowling.—A match will ba played this afternoon on the Canterbury Green, between tbe Christchurch and Canterbury Clubs, play to commence at 2,50, four rinka a side. The following will, repress afc the Canterbury Club :—J. Mercer, T. M Clatchte, T. Skelton, B. Halo (sk-p), D. Christie, J. Escofct, E. C. Ashby, W. Thomson ( kip), J. Tait, E. Allan, 3, Karstou, E. Toomer (skip), W. Prudhce, 0. Burton, J. Trylor, H. Oakley (skip) ; emergencies—J. Cail.C. Lightband, B. Balliu. A Canadian Ladt Journalist. Mrs Rout, a lady who has for many years occupied a position on t n e Canadian Press, arrived in Christchurch by the steamer Tasmania from Auckland yesterday. She is making a tour of these Colonies primarily for her health’s site, but is at the same time collecting material for the newspapers with which she is connected. After a brief stay here, it is Mrs Rout’s intention to go on to Tasmania, bub she will return afterwards to. this Colony and spend further time in making herself acquainted with its people, sev-nrry, «od resources. Chamber of Commerce. —An ordinary meeting of the Cant-rbury Chamber of Commerce was held yesterday afternoon, there being present Messr# G. Humphreys (in the chair), W. GhrystaU J. Gibbs, C. Louisson, A. Tyree, and F. Waymouth. It was resolved that a partner or an employee of any one firm or company who wished to become a member of the Chamber should only be charged JBI Is, (being a third of the usual subscription) in the event of any otlu r member of that firm or company having previously been made a member. After routine business had been transacted, the meeting terminated. E Battery. —The E Battery of Artillery fired the first competition for tbe Championship Belt and Battery range prizes on Saturday and Thursday afternoons, with the following result:—Bombard er Searlo (sor) 200yds 29,300yds 23, SOOvds 24, total 76; Sergeant Lowry (4) 23. 26,20—75; Gunner Pox (16) 16. 18. 25-75; Bombardier Cropp (9) 26. 24, 16—73; Gunner Lister (scr) 26, 23, 22—73; Captain Jackson (sor) 25, 22. 21—68; QuartermasterSergeant Dougall (scr) 28, 14, 21—63; Sergeant Were (41 18. 26,11—59; Gunner Vanderlya (20) 17. 12. 9—58; Corporal Tayl-r (12) 24. 2.15—5 S. Chuech Annivebsabt. —The anniversary of the Ashburton Wesleyan Church was celebrated on Thursday night by a tea meeting in the Oddfellows* Hall. The date for holding the meeting had unavoidably been fixed at short notice, but nobwitnstanding- this, tbe hall was well filled, and the ministers and laymen attending tba district meeting were present. After tbe tea, which was a great success, tbe Rev P. W. I-itt delivered a lecture on “ The Blank Hero of Hayti, Napoleon’s Noblest Victim.” and was listened to attentively. Ou the motion of the Rev J. Smalley, a vote of thanks was accorded tbe lecturer.

Licensing. —The quarterly meeting of tho Licensing Committee for the Northwest ward of the city weis held at the Resident Magistrate’s Conrt-house at noon yesterday; present—Mr E. Westenra (in the chair), and Messrs J. P. Jameson and F. Trent. The only business was the confirmation of the temporary tra* sfer of the license of the Gladstone Hotel'from H. Priston to H. Wirth. The Chairman took occasion to remark that it was currently reported that there was a good deal of Sunday trading in tha city, and pointed ont that the penalties for this offence under the Act which was now ia force were very severe. He thought it would bo to the advantage of all who held licenses to see that Sunday trading was not allowed to continue, and it would also bo better for the community at large. Block Votes. —The Catholic Times referring to the result of the Wellington elections, says:—The efforts of the Catholic Registration Committee have not been crowned with that suoce&s which their long-continued labours, previous to the election, were entitled to. It is now evident, as it was to many parsons at the time, that the selections made by the Committee appointed to nause candidates worthy of support by the Catholic voters, did mote credit to their heart® than their heads. They were no doubh acting consistently, but at tha same time followed a course which put them at a decided disadvantage. * * * We showed our consistency, but at tho same time displayed a total want of forasight. If we persist ia the future in following out this lino of action our votes can always be rendered harmless by our opponents starting candidates cf straw who will profess their sympathy for us in order to sfeengthen the other side. It ia pretty clear now, that if wo do not want to render oor efforts nugatory in future contests we meet ally ourselves with one or other of the parties into which politicians are divided.

Pioneer Bicycle Clue.- -A meeting of the Committee of two Pioneer Bicycle Club was held in the Clubromu on Thursday evening; present—Messrs W. J. S. Hayward (iu the chair), F. R. Dnnsfovd, D. F. fliurie, GK Rankin, 11. J, Maes, W. G. Robert?, 0. A. Myhre, H. Thompson and (.!. G. Moss (Hon Secretary). Tlie Sscrctary of the Lancaster Pariit Company wrote, in reference to a meeting between delegatee from the Company and the various athletic bodies holding meetings at the Park. The matter wm left in the haad;i of Messrs Brown and Hansford. The following officers were appointed for the Colo's annual spirts on Boxing Day : Referee, Mr F. Cooper; Judges. Re.sra C. A. Myhve, M. S. Brown and J. H. Parker; Timekeepers, Dr Jennings and M>s“ra A. Francis and A. Lowry; Laptaktus, Messrs W. H. Langdown and K. Ackicson; Clerks of the Course, Messrs \V. B. Fyre, IV. G. Roberts aud G. Rankin; S'arter, Mr H. J. Jenkins; Telegraph Bosrd. Masnrs Dytr r.nd F. I> jhby; Noa-itatters’ Board, Maura Rastrick and Fowler. A large amount of business in counection with the race meeting on Boxing Day was disposed of. The Secretary reported that several cyclists residing outside Canterbury would compete at the meeting. Yoon hair need not quarrel with yen because it lalUoir, but in much «, cas.> i*. can bo rostered to its youthful richness of colour by the use of Mrs S. A. Allen’s World’s Hair Eestorer.—f Ahvt.l

Cable Communication.-— Cabls communication ia now established with Mauritius and the Seychelles. Sailing. The fourth race or the Brighton Sailing Club will be sailed at 8.15 p.m. to-day. for a £2 2s prize. Unclaimed Pension.— lf Joseph Kidwell, late of the Royal Navy, will call at the Custom-house he can receive a pension payable to him, which came out by last mail. , , . _ Sunday Lectures.—On Sunday at 7.15 Mr W. W. Collins will lecture at the Tusm street ball on “ The Struggle for Liberty.” The lecture will be accompanied by limelight illustration'. Sydenham Baptist Church. —A public tea and meeting will be held on Tuesday at the Sydenham Baptist church for the purpose of welcoming the Eev Mr Barnett to tho pastorate. Glentunnel Sports. —The Glentunnel Amalgamated Sports will be held this yearns usual on Boxing Day. The programme of races ia advertised. Nominations for the handicap races will close on Tupsnsy. . _ , . . Sir Robert Stout.— A Wellington telegram etitea that Sir Robert Stout is confined to his bed with influenza. Our own correspondent ‘wires that Sir E. Stout is improving, and was able to leave his room on Thursday. Anniversary Day.— ln consequence of Anniversary Day falling on Saturday this year, it has been generally decided to beep the holiday on Monday. Dec. 18. The bants and. 1 most of the husineoa places throughout the province will close on that day. Linwood Borough Council.— Mr J. C. Atkinson, who occupied the Mayoral chair last year, and Mr Joseph Tayior have been nominated for the seat on the Liowood Borough Council rendered vacant by Mr Brunt’s election to the Mayoralty of the Borough. Christmas Cards. —Mr W. B. Sorrell, of Manchester street, haa prepared a senes of very pretty photographic Cbristmaa cards, including glimpses of New Zealand scenery, which will mate most appropriate presents for the approaching festive season. Railway Benefit Society.—A general meeting of members of the Middle Island Railway Benefit Society is called for ;Ns evening at eight o’clock in the cashier s office at the Christchurch Railway Station, to receive the annual report and elect officers for the ensuing year. Friendly Societies’ Sports. ihe Oddfellows and Foresters’ Priesdiy Societies of Papanui will hold their annual sports on New Year’s Day at the recreation grounds, and advertise a programme of twenty-four events. Entries for tbe Grand Handicap and the Mile Handicap will close on Dec. 27. Horticultural Society.— The Committee of the Christchurch Horticultural Society will meet at the rooms of the Canterbury Agricultural and Pastoral Association on Wednesday evening at eight o’clock, when a paper on "Gardening” will be read by Mr J. Joyce. All persons interested are invited to at.end^ Hsathcote Licensing Committee.— quarterly meeting of toe above Committee was hold at the Heathcote Road Board office on Thursday, the members present beint' Messrs Bergh (Chairman). Bonnmgton. Coles and Duncan. A transfer of the license of the Valley Hotel to Mrs Mason was granted. This concluded the business. Bands’ Art Union.— The drawing cf the art union in connection with the recent Band contest baa been postponed from Dec. 18 to Dec. 19, eo as to avoid clashing with the Labour Day concert. A conceit on popular lines ia lo be given in the Taam street hall on Friday nest by the Bands, to which the art union tickets will be cards of admission. Band Pebfocmasce. —Last evening the Stan more, Sydenham aid Garrison Bands gave a performanca in tiso b&nd. rotunds at Latimer square, before a large concourse of people. No collection was taken, but the members of the bands industriously sold tickets for tbe forthcoming art union, and reported considerable success in that direction. The performance was greatly appreciated. The Volunteers. — A battalion parade of the Chrhtchurch R'fle Corps was held last evening, when there were about 200 men on parade. Headed by the Garrh 00. band, the battalion marched to the Scuta Park and were exercised in outpost duty by Lieutenant-Colonel Gordon, Lieutenant Sandford acting as adjutant. The work was creditably done, considering the email amount of practice the men have had in this class of duty. Church of Christ.— The service ot eong entitled Her Only Son was given in the Church of Christ on vVednesday evening by the members and friends of the Bible Christian Church choir. The principal parts were entrusted to Misses L. Puller and M. Watson, the principal duet, « Who hath sorrow ? ” being especially well given. Miss A. Taylor gave the connective readings, and Miss Orchard presided at the organ. A vote of thanks to Mr 1. Voyca and hia choir was moved by Mr H. Haa nam and carried, aod was briefly responded to by the Eev W. Mitoaell. The proceeds .were in aid of the Sundayschool picnic. Christchurch Amateur Swimming Club.— The members of too Chris :chureh. Amati-ur Swimming Club will hold their fourteenth annual exhibition of water sports in the West Christchurch school bath this afternoon, ■ commencing at 2,15. The following will represent their Clubs in the polo match Christchurch : First forward, J. M. Watson; forwards, D. H. Casbolt, W. Holiday, and C. H. Fox; halves, J. Paterson and G. J. C. Smart; full back, D. Sinclair. Richmond: First forward, S. L. Partridge; forwards, J. Y. Daly, W. Bassett; halves, H. Craddock, W. Simpson ; full back, A. Duncan. St Mart’s, Mbriyalb.— The annual sale of work ia connection with St Mary’s, Merivale, was opened in the schoolroom yesterday afternoon. Much taste had been shown by the ladles in arranging the stalls, which were well stocked with articles of various kinds, fruit, produce, flowers, lollies, &o. The stalk were presided over by the following ladies:—Ladies’ work stall, Meedamas Merton, Greenwood, Wanklyn, tiad Simpson; refresh tnosifc stall, Meedamea Chyaoweth, Tyree, end Waymoutb; sweetmeat stall, Mrs Gilbert and. Mias Meures; Christmas tree, Mrs Milsom and Mias Waller; flower stall, M'esdames Clark, Stanley, and Dartaall; produce stall, Mesdames Allen and Fry; strawberries and cream stall, Miss Wanklyn; £Uh pot,d, Mies Milsoai; ps.lmh.lry tent, Mrs Antyeoj Vocal and iastrusmntal iteaia were given during tho afternoon, and also in the evening, when Mr and Mrs G. Humphreys and a party of ladies and gentlemen from the Fondiltnn Drma’ic Club performed a play entitled A Comprising Fact. There was a -large attendance, and the proceeds of ;he elite will be devoted to the Sunday school fund.

likatecote Koad Board. —Tlie ordinary monthly meeting was held on Dec. 7; present—Messrs Wiffen (Chairman), Curry and Falpoor- The Clerk's report for November was received. The Clerk also presented a statement of rates received aud deposit* d in the Last during the month. A quantity or correspondence, mostly c.f a. a unimportant character, was read and dealt with, A nuisance which exist-d at Bromley wae reported by the Chairman of the School Committee. It was stated that legal notice had been served, and that the nuisance had been abated. A claim for damages through an accident on Opaw i road ®a\ nu de by a ratepayer. Tu« Board having indy considered the circumstances of the case, declined ti recognise the claim. The certified balance-sheet- was received from the Auditor-General, Wellington. Mr King also furnished a statement ss to a further deficit which he t-aid ha had t-i-covercd. I‘J was .resolved tout the adjourned annual meeting o: rt.t-jpTjer-3 should bo held in the Oprwa schoolroom on Thursday, Dec. 14, at 8 p.m. After disposing of several routine matters, the meeting terminated. “ Say weel and do weel, end wi’ ae letter Say weel is gude, but do weel is better’ Don’t talk about nsir " dA POLIO, but do it at or.ee, ard soa will do well. Healthy Children are those supplied with Aulaebrook’g Arrowroot Biscuits.

The Rev Db Stuabt.— A telegram from Dunedin states that Dr Stuart’s -condition steadily improved during yesterday. Star Wheels are Still Rising in uhlic favour all over New Zealand. Immediate delivery, on easy payments. Send for catalogue. Adams, Curties and Co. r 70. Manchester street, Christchurch. —[Advt. ’ , Headache Powders. —Dr Crosslaad 0 Dame now stamped on each cachet; over 3000 already sold by us. Fresh supply Mactei Remedies just arrived. Requisites for N ot Methods and Kirk’s Treatments, Dr Sc’bussler’s Remedies. Health Supp les Comwiny. 245. street W.—f Advt. A Photographic Treat. —Undoubtedly the most remarkable display of photos ever m .de in Christchurch is now to he seen in Messrs Wrigglesworth and Binns’ vestibule, the new proprietors oi the business of f, he Eden George Company. The striking portrs .its o£ Lord and Lady Glasgow and family/and of C laidinal Moran, are attracting a vast amount of attention. The work shown is all finished hy "W’daglesworth and Binns’ patented Matt-opal-type process, which has created such a furors among fashionable circles in Wellington. The firm arenon ’ ready to receive patrons for this class of photography. Professor BLckarton writes of Jameson, Anderson and Co’s Teas:—“ The amount of extract in each case is very .for the short time of infusion, and the proportion of tannin low.” 3360 Standish. & Fleece's photos arc still unrivalled. New specimens in vestibule weekly, 218, High street. —[Abvt.l And yet you will find that anyone who requires thorough artistic and legitimate photographic work that is permanent and of the highest order of execution still patronises C. H. Manning, as his still increasing hiasiness testifies. The demand for his own patent process, the bromaline photos, is largely ou the iricrease. Another new exhibit of all classes of work .j’nafc added at Studio, 150, Colombo street. Appointments advisable to avoid detention. —[Anvr.l