TOWN AND COUNTRY.

Lyttelton Times, Volume XCV, Issue 10918, 28 March 1896, Page 5

TOWN AND COUNTRY.

CoNTENTS.-rPurther particulars of the terrible mining disaster at Brunnerton appear in this issue. Several bodies have been recovered, the rescue parties working in a heroic manner. There has been a general expression of sympathy throughout the colony, and everywhere steps are being taken to raise funds for the relief of the destitute widows and orphans of the entombed miners. There has been a serious rising in Matabeleland and a number of Whites have been massacred. The British Government has referred the question of. old age pensions to a select committee. The Times declares that last autumn the Porte was intriguing with Osman Digua against British influence in Egypt. It is believed that the Turkish Minister in the United States will be withdrawn, as a mark of resentment at the American sympathy with Armenia. Meetings. —The following meetings take place to-day: New Zealand Workers’ Union, rooms Manchester Street, 7.30 p.m.; Canterbury Eugby Union, Clarendon Hotel, 8 p.m. Ladies’ Cycling Carnival. —The Ladies’ Cycling Carnival, which was postponed from Thursday on account of tho inclemency of the weather,Jwill take place at Lancaster Park on Friday next. Masonic. —The usual monthly meeting of the St Alban’s Lodge was hold last evening ira the St Augustine Hall, Manchester Street. Bro P. W. Haslain, the master of the Lodge, presided, and there was a large attendance of brethren and visitors. Athletic Association.—A meeting of the delegates to the New Zealand Amateur Athletic Association was held at the City Hotel yesterday afternoon. Messrs E. E. Webb, P. A. Laurie and P. Selig were appointed a sub-coramitteo to draw up, for presentation to affiliated clubs, a circular having for its object the obtaining of subscriptions to a testimonial proposed to be presented to Mr L. A. Cuff in recognition of his nine years’ services as secretary ox tho Association.

In Bankruptcy. —A meeting of creditors of W. O’Bryan, brickmakcr, Timaru, was held yesterday. The secured creditors’ debts amount to £2050, and the unsecured to .£l9B 18s lid. There are no lissets to sot against the latter. The bankrupt stated that he put .£IOOO into the business eleven years ago, and it iiad fallen away during most of the subsequent years. Ho had lost between £.)00 and £6OO by speculating in the export of horses. It was resolved that the bankruptshould be allowed to retain his furniture and tools, and that ho should be recommended for discharge.

National Association. —A meeting of those interested in the work of the National Association, will ho hold in the Institute Hall, Rangiora, on Thursday evening next, at 7.30. Scripture Text-books. —Mr R. Meredith, M.H.E., Will deliver an address at the Oust Institute Hall on Monday evening, on the question of the introduction of the Irish National Text-bookinto the public schools of the colony. Circus. —Thero will ho a circus performance in the tent opposite the Theatre Eoyal this evening. Prior to the entertainment one of the performers will walk across a wire stretched from the hotel opposite to the circus ground.

St Albans. —Public meetings will be held at Merivalo schoolroom on Tuesday evening, and at the Knightstown library on Thursday evening, to discuss the question of raising a loan for the improvement of the borough of St Albans.

Supreme Court. —His Honor Mr Justice Denniston held sittings in Chambers and in Banco yesterday morning. He gave judgment for the defendant in the case of Trengronse and Co. v. the Official Assignee. The case of Prins v. Ovenden is set down for Monday next.

Salvation Army.— The Salvationists of Christchurch will commence the celebration of their harvest festivities in the Victoria Street Barracks to-morrow. Brigadier Hoskin, assisted by other officers, will lead special harvest meetings p„t the barracks.

Pedigree Pigs.— Mr Janies Rowe has obtained from Messrs H. and J. Binsted, of Auckland, a pure-bred Berkshire boar and sow, the progeny of their imported boar Nelson (the first prize-winner at the last Auckland Agricultural show), dam Cissy, by Hector (son of Mr Rowe’s Sultan), from Duchess (bred by Mr Eowe). The two additions to the Windsor stud are received in exchange for two of the progeny of Mr Rowe’s imported stock. Mr Rowe has long held the lead amongst exporters of pedigree pigs, and now takes a prominent place amongst the importers, Addington Refuge. —The manager reports that the following contributions have been received during the last three weeks: —Mr Hopkins, meat; Mr H. S. Harris, moat; Mr Berry, meat; Mr Baker, meat; Mr Lane, meat; Messrs Langdon and Steele, meat; A Lady, Armagh Street, soup (weekly), apples, milk and periodicals; Messrs Wood, Shand and Co., tea ; Messrs W. Wood and Co., one box of Silkstone soap ; A Friend, one ton of coal; Constable M’Gill, books; Mi’s M’Gill, milk; Mrs Sinclair, food; Mrs M’Gorman, milk and vegetables; Sergeant Barlow, clothing. Contributions of food and clothing will be thankfully received.

Women’s Convention.—A convention will be held in Christchurch during midApril under the auspices of the Canterbury Women’s Institute, at which addresses will be delivered on the following subjects : Federation of women, political disabilities of women, economic independence of women, State bank, single tax, problem of purity, unitary homes, old age pensions, technical education, constructive socialism, treatment of criminals, pauperisation, sweating, marriage and divorce, party government, village settlements, &c. The speakers will include representatives from various important women’s societies 1 throughout New Zealand, besides members of the House of Represetatives, and other well-known gentlemen. The meetings will be open to the public.

Eangioba Presbyterian Church.—The annual business and social meeting of the congregation of this church was to have been held on Thursday, but owing to the wet weather, it was decided to postpone the gathering until next Wednesday evening. Between thirty and forty put in an appearance in spite of • the rain. Before dispersing refreshments were handed round, and the Eev P, E. Monro, on behalf of the congregation, bade good-bye to Mr and Mrs T. Millar and family, who are removing to Oamaru. Mr Monro expressed the general regret felt at losing them from the church, their connection with which, during a period of nearly twelve years, had been of a most useful and happy character. Mr Millar returned thanks for the good wishes expressed, which, he said, he sincerely reciprocated. Sunday Services.—At the Cathedral tomorrow, the Eev Canon Harper will preach in the morning and the Eev Canon Knowles in the evening. At the Durham Street Wesleyan Church, the Eev S. J. Baker will preach in the morning and the Eev W. J. Elliott in the evening. At the East Belt Church,' Sunday School anniversary services will be held, the Eev J. J. Doke will preach in the morning aud the Eev F. W. Isitt in the afternoon and evening. Mr Cannon will conduct a service in the Sumner Schoolroom at 7 p.m. At the Trinity Congregational Church the Eev George Sbltau will begin a week’s mission, and will conduct both the morning and evening services. A children’s service will be held in the afternoon at three o’clock. At the Church of Christ, South Belt, a fellowship meeting will be held in the morning, and Mr Judd will preach in the evening. At the Oxford Terrace Baptist Church, the Eev F. W. Isitt will preach in the morning and the Eev J. J. Doke in the evening. At the Primitive Methodist Church, Cambridge Terrace, the Eev J. Dawson will preach in the morning and Mr Lomas in the evening. At the Linwood Primitive Methodist Church, harvest festival services will bo held; Mr Field will preach in the morning, the Eev W. J. Elliott in the afternoon, and the Eev J. Dawson in the evening’. At the Salvation Army Barracks, Victoria Street, harvest thanksgiving festivities will bo held. At the Christadelphian meeting room (the Druid’s Hall), a meeting will be herd at 6.30 p.m. At the Art Gallery meetings will be held at 11 a.m. and 7 p.m., and at 3 p.m. there will be a “ children’s hour.” At the Christchurch Central Mission harvest thanksgiving services will be held. Mr E. Bell, of Sydenham, will preach both morning and evening. At the Wesleyan Church, St Albans, the Eev J. A, Luxford will preach in the morning, and the Eev H. Craddock in the evening. AtPapanui Mr Ferguson will preach in the morning and the Rev C. C. Harrison will hold a valedictory service in the evening. To Sportsmen.— Mr C. D. Lightband advertises in another column that ho is now manufacturing a handy leather guncase which possesses many advantages over the imported article. The retail price is only half a guinea, and it is specially adapted for strapping on cycles, or carrying on horseback. Samples . may be seen at Mr Ligbtband’s warehouse in Manchester Street. 4332

Hammer Plains. —Visitors to the Hanmer Springs will find the best accommodation at Mrs Lahmert’s, Jack’s Pass Accommodation House, for 37s and 2os ,vcok. — [A.dyt.l X 1693

Aboha Cycles. —These favourite cycles are locally manufactured of the very best material. Having had a lengthened practical experience, repairs are turned out expeditiously and well. . The cheapest in the trade for saddles, lamps, chains, pedals and all cycle accessories.— Goodman and Alexander, 62, Colombo Street south.— [Advt.]

The Art of Cycle Eidino. —Ladies or gentlemen who are anxious to learn to ride the cycle will now have the opportunity of being taught privately by Mr F. W. Painter, the well-known expert. For terms, apply. Waller, Myh.ro and Co., Manchester Street. 9137

The Conquering Hero. —Shorland, the famous cyclist, easily lowered the late Christchurch-Dunedin record ; but then he was mounted on the very best make of bicycle, viz., an Oates’s £2O Zealandia, built iu New Zealand for New Zealand requirements. Works, Christchurch and N apior.— [Advt.] Star Cycles. —Highest quality, lowest price. Adams’ Star Cycle Company, 70, Manchester street, Christchurch. — [Advt.] .-■takpisii AND I'KKKCK.p'nor-OsrtuuiorM by special e.|.‘pcintraent to bis Excellency tlie Governor anti tba Countess oi uiasgev;, Studio, High Street,— lA'.yr,.

Fire Brigade Art Union.— The art union in connection with the Fire Brigades Demonstration will be drawn at 7.30 p.m. on Monday. The Lyceum.— The siibject of the address to-morrow evening in the Lyceum by Mr W. W. Collins is “ Has the Age of Miracles Passed P” Young Men’s Christian Association A meeting of the committee in connection with the Young Men’s Christian Association Autumn Festival was held last evening to arrange the programme and other details.

Change opOffices. —Mr Arthur Appleby, estate agent, advertises in this issue that after to-day ho will remove to offices in Hereford Street (late Mr W. Ollivicr’s), near the New Zealand Insurance Company’s offices. Winter Show.— Entries for the winter show, to bo hold under tho auspices of the Canterbury Agricultural and Pastoral Association, and applications for space at tho show aro now being received by the Secretary, Mr M. Murphy. Pioneer Bicycle Club. — Tho autumn race meeting of tho Pioneer Bicycle Club, which was to take place at Lancaster Park this afternoon, has boon abandoned. It is proposed to hold a cycling and athletic gala on or about April 9, for the benefit ot sufferers by the mining- disaster at Brunnorton.

Political. — Mr W. H. Montgomery, M.H.R. for Ellesmere, will address _ the electors at the Maori Hall, Little River, this evening. Mr J. M’Lachlan, M.H.Rfor Ashburton, will address the electors at the Town Hall, Leeston, on Thursday evening next.

The Railways.— The Railway Department in this issue advertises particulars of excursion fares for the Easter holidays. Tickets for tho railway excursion to Little River on Good Friday, in connection with the Working Men’s Co-operative Society, can now bo obtained at the stores, Colombo Street.

Prohibition Meeting. —The second of a series of prohibition meetings will lie hold in the Opera House -to-morrow evening, at 8.15. Addresses will bo given by Miss Maginness, the Rev B. H. Ginger and Mr T. E. Taylor. Mr G. J. Smith, M.H.R., will preside. Sankey’s hymns will bo used and members of the various choirs are cordially invited to assist. Geeymoutii and Brunner Coal. —The agents for the Greymouth-Brunnerton Coal Company have received word from the Brunner mines that the supply of coal from there will not be affected by the accident in the Brunner mine. The accident took place in the old workings, and the coal is now being got from the new workings in the rise, which was not affected by the explosion. Honorary Reserve . Corps. The eleventh annual prize-firing and champion match of the Honorary Reserve Corps will take place at the corps’ range, Cashmere, on Easter Monday. There are to be three matches, one of seven shots at 200, 600 and 600yds ; one, a handicap of seven shots at 500 and GOOyds, and the championship match of ten shots at 700yds for the ten highest aggregates in the other matches.

St Mart’s Catholic Club.— There was a fair attendance of members at the annual meeting of this club, held last Monday evening. The following officers were elected for the ensuing season:—President, Mr J. C. Chase; vice-president, Mr A. H. Blake; spiritual director, Rev Father Malone; secretary, Mr A. J. Malley. Messrs L. Blake, Rossiter and Inkson were elected to places on the council. Pour candidates were proposed for membership.

Tai Tabu. —The monthly meeting of the Tai Tapu Band of Hope was held on Sunday afternoon. There was a good attendance of members, and the programme was contributed by the following: —Duets, Mies L. Champion and Mr J. Sinclair and Misses Annie Watson and May Brake; solos. Miss Sharpe and Mr J. Sinclair; recitations. Miss E. Tobeck and Messrs'W. Peryman and H. Watson. Mr E. W. Hal] gave a temperance address-. Linwood Football Club. —A special general meeting of the Linwood Football Club was held at the clubrooms last night. There was an attendance of about sixty members, and Mr W. A. Cooke, club captain, occupied the chair. It was decided to register the club under the Unclassified Societies Registration Act, 1895. It was resolved that a subscription list should be immediately opened for the relief of the widows and orphans at Brunnerton through the mining fatality. Mr E. J. Pegg was appointed to receive subscriptions. Orangeism. —The quarterly meeting of No. 4< District, L.0.L., was held on Thursday evening in the Orange Hall, Worcester Street; W.D.M. Bro Hanna occupied the chair. The offices of D.D.M. aiid Chairman of Committee, rendered vacant by the secession of Bros Ballantyne and H. Morrow, were supplied by the appointment of Bros Ranger (32) and M’Causland (33). The Secretary was instructed to call a meeting of representatives of the private Lodges to consider the “Twelfth of July” celebrations.

Richmond Amateur Swimming Club. — The preliminary heats of this club’s 100yds Handicap were got off on March 20. Results ;—First heat: W. Bassett 6sec, 1; W. Simpson 12sec, 2. A. E. Milne 9sec, also started. Time —86sec. Second,'heat: J. Northey 15sec, 1; A. B. Truscott scr, 2. H. L. Armitage 7sec and H. T. Dudley 20seo also started. Time —OOsec. The final heat was decided yesterday, and resulted as follows: —A. B. Truscott scr, 1; W. Bassett 6sec, 2. J. Northey 15sec, also started. Won by eight yards. Time—76sec.

Street Watering. —A very successful trial was held by the Works Committee of the City Council yesterday afternoon, of a' patent appliance for distributing-water on the-streets. The machine consists of Hwo steel fans which revolve in a frame fixed underneath an ordinary watering cart, and which are driven at a high speed by means of driving chains from the inner side of the road wheels. The result is very good indeed, the water being spread over a width of twenty feet. The machine has been introduced and patented by Mr J. W. Brandreth, Linwood, and was made by Mr S. A’Court. BREACH OF PROMISE. A telegram from Masterton says : Mrs Elizabeth Cameron, of Eketahuna, brought an action for breach of promise, claiming £3OO damages, against John Heenan, of Pahiatua. The jury gave a verdict for £25, and notice was given by the plaintiff to move for a new trial. THE SCRIPTURE TEXT BOOT. At a meeting of the Wellington School Committees’ Association, on Thursday, there was an animated discussion on the introduction of the Irish Text Book into the public schools, the weight of opinion being against the proposal. A NEW TRIAL REFUSED. At Dunedin yesterday, Mr Justice Williams refused to grant a new trial in the case Fleming and Gilkison, of Invercargill, against John Grigg, of Longbeach, and ordered a verdict to be entered for the defendant. A CHARGE OF ASSAULT. The Dunedin Police Court was engaged for several hours yesterday hearing a charge of assault preferred by 11. S. Fish against E. Hardie. Last Saturday night Mr Fish, hearing a knock at his warehouse door, opened it and was at once struck in

tho eye. Ho identified Hardie, who, it was said, had threatened vengeance because of some action taken by Fish at a meeting of creditors. For the defence evidence was given to prove an alibi. Decision was reserved. UNEMPLOYED RELIEF FUND. Tho Wellington Relief Fund Committee lias refused to make any alteration in its rates of payment to the unemployed. will remain at the old amounts, 3s, 4s and ss. At present, however, there aro only four men who get as low as 3s.