THE Marlborough Times. PUBLISHED DAILY. FRIDAY, MAY 8, 1885.

Marlborough Daily Times, Volume VII, Issue 1547, 8 May 1885, Page 2

THE Marlborough Times. PUBLISHED DAILY. FRIDAY, MAY 8, 1885.

The Marlborough portion of the 'Friscu mail was brought on by the late train last evening, and was sorted into the private boxes at the Post-office by 9 p m. There will be no practise of the choir of the Church of the Nativity to-night owing to the Borough Schools concert, but it will be held on Saturday at the usual time. We hear that the s.s. Moliaka broke her rudder yesterday whilst engaged in carrying war material to the Wellington Heads and is now on the slip undergoing repairs. She is expected to reach here again this morning.

We are requested to state that all persous desirous of obtaining renewals of licenc-s, or any other class of Licensed Vidua lers’ licenses, must send in their applications to t':c Clerk of the Bunch at least three weeks before the Committee of the district meets.

Roddy Melvor, who formerly resided in Blenheim, got his collar bone broken again in Sydney. Ho was riding in the steeplechase on the last day of the late A-J.C. time ting and got a cropper, but was up and off again without delay He got another crmnplcr that left him hors tie combat and was badly hurt. The ever enterprising landlord of the Club Hotel has just estab’islied an innovation in the shape of a Lulus’ Club.' Two rooms ha' c been specially set apart for the purpose, and the membership of nearly all those ladies who dwell at distance from the town is promised. The Ladies’ Club will no doubt be well patronised. Mr Fowler has now completed the arrangements of bis oyster saloon in Groveio id' He has fixed up a number of private stalls, each capable of accommodating six persons, and has furnished his rooms with a view to the convenience of his patrons. Anyone who wishes to have gopd, fresh oysters served in the best possible manner should pay Mr Fowler’s establishment a visit.

It is almost unnecessary to remind the general public that the Borough Scbo -Is concert takes place this evening in Ewart's Hall. Those taking part have been in active rehearsal for some time past, and judging from the siuging we have heard at one or two of them, we feel sure that the juveniles will acquit themselves creditably and do ju3’icj to their instructors. The programme is very attractive, and, as the object is a very laudable one, no doubt the hall wijl bp crowded to-night.

We are pleased to notice once more in our midst Mr F. H. Pickering of Pickeiing and Co. Mr Pickering artived from Christchurch by the late train last evening ami his many friends will be pleased to hear that he contemplates at least a week’s stay amongst them, It will be seen by our advertising columns that miue Host of the Ciiteriou has gone in for another uovelty in the shape of a patent urn manufactured by Mr John Smith. The novelty we allude to is a most unique piece of bar furniture, from which can be supplied various seasonable beverages. The article reflects the greates, credit on the skill of our old friend “Tinker Smith.”

The Lyttelton Times has been informed on good authority that the Pope has decided to divide the Roman Catholic diocese of Wellington, and to erect a new diocese at Christchurch, to embrace the southern portion of the present diocese of Wellington, There are vaiious rumours afloat as to the name of the new bishop. Both the Revs. Father Ginaty and Father Chervies, S.M., have been mentioned, but nothing oertaiu is known. The recent departure of the Right Rev. Dr, Redwood for Europe is supposed to have some connection with this matter.

The Friendly Societies' band has been disbanded, we are sorry to hear. Mr Smith, bandmaster, has tendered his resignation on the grounds that the band is in want of new music, aud the non-attendance of members. We also understand that the remarks that fell from Mr Justice Richmond has had something to do with the smashing up of it. The members will play on the night of the Druids’ procession, also in connection with Volunteer parade aud Caledonian Sports ou the 25th of M*y, after which the band may be looked upon as defunct. There is every probability that a ne\v one will be formed. It is to be hoped so, aj no one would like it to be said that “ Blenheim can’t support a baud.” Some twenty persons a a S3tnbled in the Club Hotel last evening, to consider the offer made by the Defence Minister to accept the services of those who recently volunteered as a Cavalry Corps as one of Mounted Rifles. Apologies for non-atten-dance were seut in by many others, who were precluded from attending by other engagements. Mr Terry was voted to the chair, and it was unanimously resolved that those who petition to be enrolled as members of a Cavalry Corps form themselves into a Mounted Rifle Company, and that the Defence Minister be wired to, conveying the th inks of the petitioners for his offer, and stating their acceptance of it. Messrs 11. H. Dodson, Lambert, Clark, Fulton aud Hutcheson were appointed a committi e to ascertain the names of all who are desirous of joining the proposed Mounted Rifle Company, In reply to an inquiry as to whether the statements recently made by the Express, to the effect that the Inspector of Schools h id misstated certain matters in connection with the Borough Schools in his report,weie correct, we have to say that no home lessons given during the past year in the Upper Bov3’ School, and that the Education Board has always treated Mr Lucas, and Mr Lucas only, as the head teacher of the schools, ami further, that all comtnuniea tions between the Board and the Blenheim teachers have invariably been sent through Mr Lucas. We make this statement without wishing it to appear that we take the part of one teacher against another, but merely in order to protect the Inspector, who, as an official, has his mouth shut against the insinuations of those who imagine they are better judges of the educational requirements of the district than he is.

The Blenheim liille recruits mustered for inspection in Mr Watson's auction rooms, vVynen-street, last evening, under Major Webb. They were all in attendance with the exception of two or three. Major Baillie and Captain Rogers were present. The recruits were put through s number of movements by Lieutenants Griffiths and Fowler, and Acting Sergeant Tresveek, a competitor for tin post uf sergeant Major Webb complimented the men on their efficiency, and said they had made wonderful progress considering they had only 20 drills together. He remarked that they were fortuuate in having such competent officers a 3 Lieutenant Griffiths and Fowler to teach them. It was not every company that had officers who had the abi'ity o were willing to take upon themselves the teaching of recruits. Major Webb hoped the next time he came to Blenheim he would see them in the ranks of the Company quite as efficient as their brother comrades. Major Baillie also eudorsed Major| Webb’s remarks as to the progress they had made. He reminded them that were ju-t going through the A B C and drudgery of Volunteering, which would soon be forgotten if they attended drill as regularly as they could. The ordinary meeting of the Awatere Road Board was held on Tuesday last Present—Messrs Mcßae. Stick, Vavasour, Richmond, Hdl and Munro. Letters were received from Edward Green re damage to fences on the Upcot run; Provincial District Auditor, re aunual returns ; Alexr McLaughlin, re freight on timbor; Property Tax Department, re valuation, also the Inspector’s (Allen MeMaster) report. Mr Mcßae proposed Mr Muoro as chairman for the ensuiDg year, but he declined on the ground that ho would be away from the district for thn eor four months. On the motion of Mr Vavasour, seconded by Mr Hall, Mr P. Mcßao was elected to the chairmanship. A vole of thanks was no corded to Mr Munro for his past services as chairman Resolved—That the secretary write to Mr Edward GreeD, Nelson, to the effect that the Board considers the rate of Ss per mile sufficient for the erection of fences, -as the Board supplied the material, and it did not consider itself liable for the erection of gates, as it was only ou sufferance that gates are permitted to cross public roads. Resolved —That a rate of J-1 be struck on the rateable value of the property appearing on the valuation roll for the perjol commencing Ist April last and ending on 31st April, 1880- It was also resolved that the men in the Board’s employ receive Cs per day in future instead of 7s, and that their provisions be obtaiuel both in their own time and at their own cos’. Resolved— That the secretary instruct the solicitors to the Board to draw up a memorial uuder the Public Works Act in re the Acheron road. Resolved—That tendms be called for the maintenance for 12 mouths of the roads iu Tayloi Pass, Lower Awatere, and p-rt of the Upper Awatere districts. The fetiowidg accounts were passed for piymer.t : Wilson, Abraham and Co., L 39 IG (id, Charles Hey, LlB Is Gd ; Charles Su ton, I, ; Ilavul Henderson, LIT Gs G I ; REnwright, LIT Gs Gd : O. Martin, Ll 3 js GJ ; D.S. Caun 11, LlB Gs 3d ; M. Bur jngton, Ll 9 12j 9J ; J. Falvr-y, LlB HD ; M. Falvey, LlB 13s (5-1 ; C. Aske, LS lGs; sundries, T2 lls Gd ; VV . Arnold, Lll lbs ; J. Murphy, Ll 7 17s ; W. Strickland, L2 10s Gd ; Allan McMasters, L2G ; Mcluues, L2 ; Mowat, L 3 4s ; M. O’Leary, L 3 Us Gd : R. W. Parker, L2O ; Returning OQL ccr, Lt 4s ; W. F. Terry, LI 7s ; Dempsey, L2 10•; Tucker an! Maxted, LI 11a 2d ; McLauclilan, L 47 7s 9d ; MeMaster, L 6 16s G 1; total, L 349 19s lid.

The ordinary meeting of the Wairau Road Board, held yesterday, was attended by Messrs YVard (chairman), Avery, Coulter, Storey, and Munro. Letters were read from the Public Woiks Depirtment re bridge over the Waihopii river, Prop>rty Tax Department re valuations, memo fr mi Secretary re annual elect ions, from E Barker re trespass roads at Bartlett’s Creek, and Omika Road Board re river signals. Mr Joseph Ward was elected chairman for the ensuing year. A rate of Jd in the £ was levied ou the property appearing on the valuation roll for the period ending 31st March, 18S6. It was resolved th*t Mr Barker be informed that if settlers in the lociiity can agree with the Board to give a road line, from the Wairau river to Bartlett’s Creek and Fabi n s Valley the Board will endeavor to make the line available. The following accounts were pa-se 1 for payment:—Omaka lload Board, L 9 16s 3d; Dempsey, L2 10s ; Tucker, l(ss ; Storey, 173 4d ; Walker, 14s Gd ; Terry, L 3 15s ; Tapp, 1,4 16s : Furness and B >undy, LI Is; Baton, L 3 3s ; Rowe, L 4 I6s ; Andrill, Sparks, aud Co., LlO. OwiDg to the train from Pic f on arriving late last evening. Madame Pauline Rita and Mr John Rudcliffe were unable to give their concert. They will, however, give a concert on Siturday night in the Oddfellows’ Hall, when it is expected tint there will be a large attendance. The company will give a sacred concert on Sunday night, and the musical portion of the community will thereby be affoidid a treat that seldom falls to their lot. They will have the valuable assistance of our leading musical organist and several members of his choir. Regarding Mr Radcliffe’s playing, the Sydney Evening News has the following : —There is only one word that sufficiently characterises it, and that word is perfection. He is a perfect flute player with respect to intonation, the management of the lips and breath, tonguing, power of expression, time, an 1 marvellous rapidity of fingering, Runs in demi-semiquavers can be performed by him at the rate of 100 miles an hour, and yet every note will be distiuct to the ear. His variations on well-known aud popular airs are marvellously brilliant and beautiful. Madame Rita achieved her reputation as a leuiiug vocalist at the Royal Italian Opera in London, and she is without an equal in such songs as Bishop’s ever welcome melody “ Lo! hear the gentle lark” and Abt’s song '• Sing, sweet bird,” “Rough ox Corn’s.”— Ask for Wells’ Rough on Corns.” Quick relief, complete and permanent cure, Corns, warts, bunions, ICempthorne, Prosser, & Co., Agents, Christchurch.