TOWN AND COUNTRY.

Lyttelton Times, Volume CXIV, Issue 13891, 27 October 1905, Page 4

TOWN AND COUNTRY.

The unfavourable weather yesterday compelled a postponement of the- cycling hill-climbing contests till 1 next Thursday. Practical examinations in music under the Assooiated Boards will begin in Cbristchurch on November 13. Mr G. P. Moore will be the examiner. The Dunedin correspondent of this journal writes that the Union SteamCompany's new intercolonial steamer Maheno" arrived at Durban on Saturday, and continued her voyage to Melbourn© on Sunday. . Ashley, the Rakaia and botJb. branches of the Ashburton River were all reported dirty yesterday. The north branch of the Waimakariri and the Waitaki were reported discoloured, and the Opilii slightly so. . The others were clear for fishing.Preparations for the Military _ Circus at the King Edward Barracks, in Carnival Week, are well advanced, and there is every prospect of very successful entertainments. The clown and "dummy" who made themselves exceedingly popular at the recent .performances, will again be on the scene. The proceeds of the circus will be devoted to the extinction of the debt on the barracks. Notwithstanding the inclement weather of the last two days, good business has been done at the bazaar that is being held at the Colosseum in connection with St Paul's Church. New goods are to be opened up to-day, I '-so that visitors will have an abundant choice of tempting articles at the various stalls. Last evening the Scottish Society's Pipe Band performed, and Highland dances were given by some of the members. i The eighth annual meeting of the Excelsior Building Society of Canterbury was held on Wednesday evening. The annual report and balancesheet- were adopted. The • following officers were elected .for the ensuing financial year: —Directors, Messrs C. Chaplin, f. Gapes, J* P. Manhire and H. ! J. Otley; shareholders' auditor, Mr T/ Jacobs. The meeting closed with a vote of thanks to the chairman. . The Walt-ham School Bath Committee mot on Tuesday evening, when there was a large number of members present, and Mr Harvey presided., The sub-committee reported that the district had been divided into_ Wards, and canvassers had been appointed to each. The bath fund now stands at about £9O, and it was anticipated that the committee's appeal for funds would meet with a generous response. The provide for a bath; 75ft by 35ft, but should the financial support warrant it, these dimensions will probably be increased. It is now impossible for .the contractors to complete section of tramline between the Hospital and Moorhouse avenue in time for th© show. The weather has been against the work, and the anticipations that were held some weeks ago cannot be realised. The contractors are trying to completely close in the Riccarton Road as far as the excavations have gone ; so as to make the road safe for traffic. It is just possible to do that if the weather takes up again, but if the rain should continue for some time, it is not likely that the closing-in will be completed in time for the races. The Coupon Age.—lf a man gets £3 per week, or £l5O a year, and buys everything ho wants off firms who give a discount of 5 per cent, it would mean 3s per week, or £7 10s a year. Little Jim is the only boob firm in Christchurch who gives coupons, and in order to advertise it and get it well known, is now holding a great coupon sale and giving a special discount of 5s off every &, or 3d off every Is spent. Last day of this Sale is October 31st. 28 Convincing proof of the value wo give is in the wear and satisfaction which follows a purchase at our store. See our Black Voiles, at Is lid the yard, usually 3s 6d. Black, Beattie. and Co., High Street. 3262 Wedding and Birthday Presents.— Six Engraved Tumblers and Jug, on Tray, from 5s 9d. Splendid value in Tumblers, Glassware, Ghinaware. Cutlery, Household Ironmongery. See windows for Sale Prices in Dinner and .Bedroom Ware. Big Reductions. 'Fletcher Bros., Direct Importers, Lower Hlch Street.. XSOI4

The Canterbury Land Beard will - meet on Tuesday, instead of Thursday, next week. The Minister of Defence has approved a reduction in the price of Lee-Enfield rifles, to be issued to members of defence rifle clubs, from 84s to 735. Small parties _ of men, are being sent to the Midland and WaiparaRailway Works. There are positions available for good navvies. The cargo and the hull of the barqud County of Ayr were sold at auction, at Bunedin, yesterday, for £56 and £24 respectively, Messrs M'GiE "und Sons, Dunedin, being the purchasers? During the month of September 2308 persons arrived in the colony, and 1372 took their departure. The ngures for September, 1904, are 2334 and 1224 respectively. * K At the Lyttelton Police Court yester-. day morning a first offender was fined ss, with the customary alternative, for having been drunk. Mr J. T. Brioe, ■ J.P., was on the Bench. Mr T. Humphries, Commissioner of Crown Lands, accompanied by Mr A. 0. Pi'ingle, left for Little River yesterday afternoon to make final arrangements for the subdivision of the Monce '■ Estate. A man named Gregg, who was charged in 1900 with having deserted a child of whom he was supposed to be the father, was brought to Chrktohuroh yesterday, having been extradited from Sydney. Members of the local defence forces are taking great interest in the formation of a Garrison Amateur Athletic and Gymnastic Club. All who desire to have the project realised are invited to meet at King Edward Barracks thia evening, at 7.30. Edward Guy Monk will be charged _ at the Dunedin Police Court to-day i with the theft of moneys belonging to the Railway Department. Charge? have been laid amounting to £2OO, but it is understood that the defalcation* are approxirnately-£450. Mr Holmes, inspecting engineer, did not arrive yesterday to inspect the Ric* carton tramline as far as Clyde Road, but will probably come to-day. Everything is in readiness to start traffic as soon as -his written certificate is received, probably early next week. .-.'..' • The committee of the New Brighton Beautifying Association has received a donation of half a guinea from Mr S. Clarke, and two sacks of flag lilies from Mr Carter, through Mr H. J. C. Jekyll. Mr George King has given a number of goldfish for the King Edward well. At the Pharmacy Board's irustanco: James Neil, &■ herbalist,, amd his as<. sistant, were charged at the Dunedin. Police Court yesterday with making; a false d'eclaration in regard to indi&ntures. The oases were adjourned tilt November 10 at the instance of coun-. sel for t3ne defence. Additional camps for defence forces,' have been arranged as follow:—Timaru Rifles, Port Guards and City Rifles, at Timaru, December 4 to December 11; •jKaiapoi Cadets, at Kaiapoi, February "% to February 10; No. F Battalion North Canterbury Infantry, at Cashmere, December 3 to December 9 j No. 2 Battalion and Queen's. Cadets, ati Farnley, December 4 to December 10 j Kaiapoi Rifles, at Kaiapoi; November 20 to November 27} Malvern Mounted Rifles, at Racecourse Hill, October 28 to November 4. The " Natal Witness," of a recent date contains a'lengthy interview with' Mr J. Graham Gow, New Zealand's commercial agent in South Africa.' Mr . Gow told the reporter all ahout the International Exhibition to be held at Christchurch next year; about the colony's resources and trade, and its ' scenery and attractions as a holiday and sporting resort. Among the headings given to the interview is the line, "Wonders and Possibilities," and it is evident that Mr Gow made the most of his opportunity for giving the colony a serviceable advertisement. The Government scheme for separating the ' sexes in the industrial schools of the colony will practically be completed by the end of the month, when th© boys of the Caversham Industrial School—about a hundred in number—will be transferred to the new Boys' Training Farm at Weraroa, near Lovin. The boys are to leave Dunedin on Tuesday next, and by November 2 will be established in their new country home. The farm consists of four hundred acres of first-class land. The boys will be trained to agricultural, pastoral and dairying pursuits. Farm work is being commenced at an opportune time of year, with the prospect of a fine dairying season. As an illustration of tine need _ of medical expert knowledge in legislation Dr Chappie, of Wellington, at a meeting on Tuesday evening, mentioned the case of a young'man who had come under the bameful influence of the pernicious' and indecent literature that pours into the colony. This literature, which aims at misleading young men into the belief that physiological conditions are symptoms' of disease, insanity and prematura decay, had so confirmed him in this notion that after about two years of conrespondcaice with these charlatans, and taking their boasted remedies, he shot himself in despair. The mental distress and robbery involved in this exploitation, of New Zealand youths is, in Dr Chappie's opinion, appalling in its extent, and demands legislative interference. At the Oust Institute Hall on Wednesday evening, congregation of the Presbyterian Church tendered a farewell social to the Rev W, Spence and Mrs Spence, who are removing to Lincoln. The chair was occupied by the Rev D. J. Steele, and, in spite,oi a continuous downpour of rain, there was a good attendance. Solos were contributed by Mrs Anderson, Mrs Dailey, Mr Nicholas, and two anthems ' were rendered by the choir. Mr A. Searell and Miss Eva Hassall gave an organ and piano duet. Expressions of regret at the departure of the pastor wore made by Messrs J. Webster (Session), J. Forbes (managers), C. F. Nankivill (congregation), A. Searell (choir) and A. D. Hassall (Sunday School), and Mr Spence returned thanks. Reference was made to valued services rendered to the Sabbath School and choir by Miss Henderson, who is also leaving the district. The ladies of* the congregation provided refreshments. "The talk of the town—Armstrong's lovely millinery,' and the wonder of the citizens is the extreme lowness of prioes. The beauty and value submitted has so far resulted in a record turnover, and •intending buyers are earnestly requested to call and inspect the firm's greafc stock ere spending their money anyr where. 7034 Last days of Cash Discounts. This great money-saving event positively closes on Tuesday, October 31, at (J p.m. If you want to save 3s in every pound on your drapery purchases you must buv before Tuesday, October 31, as that "is absolutely the last day on which this large Gash Bonus can bs given. If you wish to have 3s returned to you out of overy 20s/you spend in dash, buy your clothing" and mercery before Tuesday, October 31, the last dav of Cash Bonus. Beath and Co., Ltd, .Direct Importers?- Cashel Street. 1111 Wanted Known —I am selling th« Best Reliable Watches, best valn« given in Engagement Rings, Wedding Rings, and all other classes of jewellery. All sold up to' the standard guarantee. K. Grieshaber, jeweller,. 155, Colombo Street* 53371 i

The Wellington Education Board has decided to, appoint an instructor in elementary agricultural at a salary of £3OO, half of which will be provided by tho Technical Education Board. A meeting of delegates to the "Wellington Rugby Union last night adopted a report in regax-d to district football. Under the scheme the city is divided into five districts. It was decided 'to give the district scheme a trial after the first round of championship matches has been played next seaJon. The November number of the " Red Funnel," which has come to hand in Christchurch, shows that the literary Venture started in this colony a few months ago is maintaining the position it took up from the first, and is likely % to gain in public favour. The present number contains twenty-five very interesting articles and a large number of llustrations. The reading matter covers a wide range of subjects. Messrs C. B. Hoadley and Son, of Napier, have sold Captain Birch s Oruamatua Estate, inland from Pa tea ; sonsisting of 4000 acres of freehold and ?4,000 acres of leasehold, together with 82,000 sheep and 350 head of cattle, and all plant,' to Mr T. H. Lowry, W Okawa, for the .sum of £60,000. This property is situated on the opposite side t>f the Rangitikei River to Mr G. iConnelly's Mangaohane Estate. Messrs C.'B. Hoadley and Son have also been instructed by Mr T. H. Lowry to offer » portion of his Okawa Estate to the Government for the purpose of close ietlement. A meeting of the Council of the New Zealand Boxing Association was held yesterday afternoon, Mr J. R. Evans presiding. The regulations for the government of the sport proposed by the Parliamentary Committee were discussed, and it was decided -to support ihe alterations suggested by the_ Canterbury and Wellington Centres in regard to professional exhibitions, but in the event of this not meeting with the committee's approval, to urge that the regulations should be gazetted be fore the close of the present session. An application for affiliation was received from the Northern Boxing Association, but it was decided to reply that the Council did not. feel justified in granting any such applications at the present juncture. The following tenders have been re- . ceived by the Public Works Department for the erection of-bath buildings at Rotorua:—lnformal—M'Kinnon and Hamilton, Dunedin, £25,320; accepted, W. E, 'Hutchison, Auckland, £25,720'; declined—Ferguson. and Malcolm, Auckland, £27,384, J. E. Guthrie and Co., Auckland, £27,800. Alternative 'tenders for using Buckner's patent wall slabs:—lnformal —M'Kinnon and Hamilton, Dunedin, £25,215; declined—W. E. Hutchinson, Auckland, £26,019, J. E. • Guthrie and Co., Auckland, £27,850, FeTguson and Malcolm, £2.7,904. Blade House, Lake Te •Anau, additions, etc,; —Accepted—H. Norris, Invercargill, £1580; declined— Shields and Andrews, Invercargill, £1697, Hamilton and Davey, InvercaTgill, £IB4O, George Woods, Inver- ,. targill, £2190. The • Canterbury Band of Hope iTJnion's contests were brought to a close at the Choral Hall last evening in the presence of a large attendance of the public. The prize-winnere for [Wednesday night were:—Recitation — Smith (Knox Church), 1; Ella Knight (Knox Church), 2; Dorothy Pown (Selwyn Street), 3; Gladys [Brown (East Belt), 4. Vocal solos— Tvy Butterfield (Crescent Road), .1; H. Nelson (Knox Church), 2; Gladys Burns (Addington), 3. Band of Hope addresses—-Mr H. Chapman (East Belt) 1: Mr Dunstan (Knox Church), 2. The tanners last evening were:—Vocal duets, Class A.—M. M'Aluce and H. Nelson (Knox Church), 1; class E—Mrs E. Mugrove and W. Arthur (Knox Church) 1, Misses Sherris and Horsley {East Belt) 2. Vocal trios. Classes D and E—Knox Church 1. Clubs—Crescent Road and East Belt equal, 1; Selwyn Street South, 2; Wooleton, 3. To-night the prizes won during the contest will be distributed, and a special programme will be given by the first grize winners. Ladies who have not yet selected their spring . and summer .Millinery, Blouses, Costumes, Dress Fabrics and "bo forth, are reminded by Strange and Co. thatd;hey are now making a superb display 6i the very latest novelties from ■London, Paris, Vienna, Brussels;and ©fcher great fashion centres, of new season's goods in th© above and countless 1 other lines. For variety, originality, ' style and effect, these latest rmporta!tkms of Strange and Co. are unsurpassed in New Zealand. The circular pre'eented with the Times" this .morning contains particulars of ' some extraordinary attractions now on kale at Strange's.. 7008 You get what you pay for in a M'Corjmtck Reaper and Binder, and that 1 is real satisfaction. Morrow, Bassett and 00. , ',, X 3208 We desire to draw attention to our fetock of Drapery. Everything required in drapery can be obtained at one counter. Our reputation for value is beyond dispute. See our sunshades, all ' silk, at 6s 6d each. BlacS, Beattie and Co. 3262 We notice that Messrs Graham, Wilson and Smellie are advertising in another column some Gloves of good, reliable quality, which they consider represent ,the best value in Gloves procurable. Their advertisement is certainly worth reading. 3562 If you want a first-class bicycle at Reasonable cost, go to Boyd and Son, 191, Gloucester Street, Christchurch, jwho are selling bicycles for £l6 15s equal or superior to. any being sold at i£2o; second grade £ll, with best Dunlop tyres. ' 19S8 DIVORCE IN CANADA. The Anglican Church in Canadahas taken an important step in the direction of discouraging divorce in the Dominion. The General Synod met in September, in Quebec, and a decision was come to that in future no clergyman owning obedience to the Church of England in Canada can solemnise a marriage between a divorced person and another as long as the other party to the divorce is living. There were nineteen bishops present at the Synod, and they were unanimous on the/question, while only eight of the clergy op-' posed its affirmation. Bishops Doane, of Albany, Tufctle, of Missouri, and Morrison, of Duluth, spoke strongly of |he evils of in the United States, and a< statement which had great weight in producing the adoption of the canon was that made by Mr George 0. Thomas, of Philadelphia, who said that an American judge told him that he dissolved ten times as many marriages as", any clergyman solemnised. !THE ANTI-PEACE RIOTS IN TOKIO. The "China Mail'* publishes a long description from its Tokio correspondent of the recent riots in that city, and describes the actual collision between the police and the crowd as follows: —"The police, who hitherto acted strictly on the defensive, took the initiative. Fifty, drawn up* out of light in the neighbourhood of a tempi*, issued suddenly, and swiftly pen=hea fche mob against the railings. Then a &o»ne of horrible butchery took place. The police made no effort to get the mob on the run, but went m with short swords, stabbing and slashing mexcrilessly. I saw one man with his head out open to the ear. Close beside him fell a noor little fellow;,, afe^,

eleven years of age, who had 'been slashed under the armpit. A Junsa rushed past on my, right and thrust a big coolie through the throat. . The blood gushed out in a jet and bespotted the Junsa's white uniform with scarlet. The rioters had scarcely any weapons but stones and cudgels. Tho police were drunk with blood. They did not use the flat of the swords, but even when the mob was scurrying away pursued their victims pitilessly, thrusting and hacking at cowering backs and arms." THE "STAR." There are throe editions of the " Star " every Saturday. One is published at three o'clock, for the early afternoon trains, another at four o'clock, for the city, and a third at eight o'clock, giving tho last news by telegraph and otherwise on tho sports of the afternoon and the general doings of tho day. Mr Stanley Weyman's novel, " Starve Crow Farm," now current in Saturday's issue of the " Star," is quite up to the author's best in the matter of mystery, and the interest of it is very fascinating. Among the' other tales and., sketches that will appear m Saturday's issue will be found:— The Slavonic Fiction," " The Czars of Russia," " The Escorial," " Bush Tramps, ' "The Masai," etc. For ladies's reading the compilation is both abundant and interesting, and will comprise—- " The Sayings of Helen Woljeska,' "The High Calling of Fatherhood," "Some Notable Tea Drinkers," "Bad Housekeeping," "Fashions in Perfumes," "Hints to Women Who Travel," "For the Summer Drawmgivxhh " " ' Savouries' and the Com■nlexion " " Household Hints," " Woman's World," etc. In the other special columns, " The Week," Bandsmen's Column, Gardeners' Column, "Brief Mention." "Fun and Fancy," etc., the usual high standard or excellence will be maintained.