LOCAL & GENERAL NEWS.

Nelson Evening Mail, Volume XLIII, Issue XLIII, 10 September 1909, Page 2

LOCAL & GENERAL NEWS.

"The Story of a Sacred Song" is the subject of an address to be given by the Rev. Jno."j. Lewis at St. John's Methodist Church on Sunday evening. During tlie service Miss Marie Fraser, who has recently returned from Englandj where she has been studying under .Mr Albert Visetlf, of the Royal College of Music, will sing the colo.* '■Hour, Ye. Israel,'* from "Elijah." Mr Norman Williams will givo an organ ft>]o "Spring Song" (Hollins) and Mr A. P. Lucas will sing "Rienzi's Prayer" (Wagner). The choir will render a chorus from "The Laat Supper." The Nelson Horticultural Society's new year "will commence with a bulb show to be held at Drill Hall on Wednesday and Thursday next. It- Is anticipated that the exhibition will be a very successful one, as there are now many enthusiastic bulb-growers in the city and country. It Ls notified that all "entries in connection with the show will close at Messrs Hounsell and Co.'s at 6 p.m. on 'Tuesday next. The 'Committee of the S6cu4y \vifl meet at the Chamber of Conunerus Jlonm fit 7.30 this evening, when all officers «re requested to attend. Mr Gresley Lukin, editor-in-chief -of the "Post," had the misfortune to be on the sick list during a considerable portion of the Imperial Press Conference. Oh July 30th the was rapidly recovering. ~ •' ■tV" 3 *? Tp*.*j^*m«ji. brought frorii *W_»gi.nw* to-day a- fina b-ye&.-old bullpck which has been purchased by Mr F.' VV. Fairey. The beast has been a winner at various shows in the North Island, and will be exhibited at the forthcoming Nelson A. and P. Show. The estimated dressed weight of the beast is 18001bs.

The Farmere' Agency Company notify the usual weekly sale at thoir Rooms, Bridge-street, to-morrow at 2.30 p.m. THE MAN WHO KEEPS "THE SUN." When everything is said and done, -Nelson s best asset is the sun, He works eight hours a day, And spite of all the Winter's tricks -Kißnt in July he shines for six, And makes the landscape gay. » f ° n ' v we could Jbid him stay All nit-ht, es wep .as all' ihe i3ay, Hqjv hapny jypuld -ye be. ' Then tar ac^'oiis thpseaa of blue, A wondering world would come . 0 view Our Nelson by ths sas. But if you really want a light To make it daytime all the night, Then go to WILLIAM LOCK, The very thing that you require He keeps to meet your heart's desire, He has "The gun" in stock. Ke. tj (witti apn-nries) The Palm Leaf Batter ?_ made from whole Milk Cream, the cream being reduced in temperature by the latest and most up-to-date scientific appliances. The public aw guaranteed that this butter is free from all germs, is sweet and whole«nme. and caD bo had at the same pric. ns other brands. * - •■:'"■ '-■' ■■.■.'-■ ii'Y -:. •■

The drawing for prizes in connection with the Art Union for Miss Harris's pictures will tako place at Messrs bavage and Sons' on Monday at 5 p.m. The Nelson Citizens' Band will give a conceit on Sunday afternoon at the Port. A collection will be taken in aicr of the contest fund. On Sunday week tli_ Band will commence their series ot concerts in the Botanical Reserve. M J. Strauchan, Surveyor 'lencrni, arrived in Nelson by the Blenheim coach last evening. He leaves for Wellington by to-morrow mornings steamer. The Christchurch branch of the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals has been advised that there is no legal power_ to prohibit the nrebranding of cattle. The owl cannot move its eye in tne socket, but in order to compensate for this absence of motion the bird is able to turn its head round in almost a complete circle without moving its body. A fleet of one hundred vessels is engaged from January till August each year in the capture of sharks near Iceland. They aro caught for the sake of their oil, which has medicinal virtues. Says the "Press" ;— A man was riding a, horse along Colombo-street towards the Square. At the corner ot Hereford-street his eye alighted on the sign, "Walk over this crossing. Taking the notice in its most literal sense, he alighted from his horse, walked it slowly over the crossing, and then, when out of the "danger zone," deliberately remounted and rode away, evidently well satisfied that- he had faithfully conformed to the city's by-laws. A Brightwater correspondent writes : —There was a large attendance at the meeting of the Brightwater Literary and Debating Society held last night, about 60 members and friends being present. The President (Rev. W. G. Baker) occupied the chair. The business of the evening was a lecture by Mr Wm. Lock, of Nelson, the subject being "From Nelson to Rome." He touched on the various places visited, Sydney, Melbourne Adelaide. Fremantle, Colombo, Aden, 'Suez, "Port Said, Naples Pomp, Pisa, and Genoa; and hejd the attention of the audience for an hour and a-half. Besides the descriptive matter, the lecture contained some highly hu> morous experiences, At itu close a hearty vote of thanks was accorded to Mr Lock for his interesting lecture, on the motion of Mr F. Coleman, seconded by Mr XV. Lightband. The Chairman al. «o expressed his appreciation of the lecture Mr Lock thanked them for their vote and the excellent hearing they had given him. The secretary (Miss Hill) read a letter from the Wakefield Society invitiii" the Brightwater Society to a debate,° "That the British are a Decaying Race." The Society agreed to attend and oppose the motion. Ihe society will holds its closing social in a foi'tnighi'a tjnij. ' The Caii'ntji*"'"A* Joyful Thanksgiyr ing " was su -?=ssfully rendered by the Choir of St. Luke's Church, Foxhill, on Wednesday evening, writes our Wakefield correspondent. The Rev. 0. R. Hewlett presided. The Choir, consisting of Miss Palmer (organist), Messrs Rov Palmer (violin), P. Palmer (cornet), Mesdames C. Mead, 11. Tunnicliife and _.. C. i;;ii.-, Misses E. and A. Palmer, Vi. Mead, "a'nd ' ■£.- Ilurgo, toi 4 : Martin,- C. Mead, 51. Holland, F. Pal- . mer, R. Palmer, and P. Palmer, ai]d 'J-.. ;_.' * lSdrtdge (oond.iu.-tor), are t fl !) e i.'oiig'ratulated on the way in which th*)/ i BO'l "it-ted themselves, and competan't I judges couslttr'' Uli't 11) is choir would be hard to beat in any country district: ': Tim pros-wnrnf* was opened with th.fi wni'i-l'now'n hymn, "All jifoplo tlißt pn • earth do dw.il" (eongl'e'/alion), followi etl By prayer by tho Chairman; "Th« . Lord's Prayer,' by the choir; instrui mental, "Qffertoire," (Miss Palmer); •'■Jiil'iiaj*," iihj jntiii .olfi. "The ■ Lord Correct Me," "fMr Martin), a • most enjoyable "item ; duet, "Onward," (Mrs Jiliis and MUs ?JeaiJ)i insuupißnta), "Gixl bo with you," Nils? Pa'|mei (organ), Messrs R, aiid P. Palmer, (vio'in and cornet); solo, "Son of my Soul," (Lewis Carey), by Miss A. Palmer. (This item was one of the best oi the •.•veni(fg). The s.lectjens i/rcio jjpC: • limipary to the 'Cantata, fhe connective readings of ■.vhich' were supplied" hy' Mi . Hewlett. fbe pplleuti^ii "Ukaj*. gn j|* aid of the Sunday *jchoul funds amounted tb upwards of £4- Refore tjie closing hymn by the congregation, tlit , Chairman, on behalf of nil present thanked Mr Edridge and the Choir foi tl,e excellent entertainment provided, , and alsy s.tutcd, t^ai, Lp regues. th? pro gramme' would be repeated on Sunday evening next. Tl)p mortal remains of the late Mi John Cireenwood ** - pre jiiid tp rf**t'i*j the Church of 'England portion of ' (.ht New Cemetery yesterday afttrnooh. "A large liMiuljOt fsf lelatives and friends from far and near jvere ptesei't V "Jav thtir last tribute of respect to a good man, true gentleman, and a worthy citizen. Jhe ynrjous professions were also well-represented. Bishop Mules, assisted by the Rev, W. S. Lucas (Vicar of All Saints'), impressively conducted the funeral service' in tlie Cemetery Chapel and at the graveside. The Hevs. J. P. Kempthorne, Canon Fox, and A, J. Carr (Richmond), Hev. John Crump (Methodist), and Rev. Stanley Jenkin (Baptist) wero also present. "The pall bearers were prominent temperance workers — and mombers of the Loyal Nelson Lodge of Good Templars — the deceased being an honoured and valued me:nber of that Order. The Good Templar service was read by the Chief Templar (.Uro. Preen). The Past Chief (Bro. Mea'r'sj, and tjie Chaplain (Sjsfer It. Watson), and there were also a goodly number of the members in attendance. Many fine wreaths were placed on the oriaket nt the close of the funeral ceremonies, Smart Summer Costumes. — 75 Ladies' eVry Dainty Cambric Costumes, arrived to-day, and will be cleared at 9s 6d and 12s 6d each.— Tho Auckland Clothing and Drapery Coy's Snle." Messrs Bisley Bros. & ""o. nm.vime that on Saturday, 16th prox. (not 2nd as previously advertised), they will -sell the freehold agricultural farm situated at Hope on account of Mr Samuel Eden. The Greatest Lot of Ladies' Ready to Wear Costumes ever seen in tho Province, white embroidered lawns, muslins, and linens at 9s fid, 12s 6d, 15s 6d, and 18s 6d each.— The Auckland Clothing and Drapery Coy,* The Dresden Piano Co, has begun a special sale of pianos and organs at the show rooms, Berryman Bros. Our readers will find an interesting advertisement in this issu?. The Nelson Agency will in future be controlled from \\ cllington.* •nr?-. i,lt i' p niD1 'o'dered Skirts. Ladies' White Embroidered Linen or Muslin JJrps Skirts, at 2s lld, 4s lld, and 7s ild— worth three _im.s tha money, -^ The Auckland Clothing- and Drapery To-morrow at 11.30 a.m. Mr W. Lock will sell by order of the Union S.S. Company unclaimed luggage; also section honey, drapery, and Fancy goods. Choice Blouses.— ah that is correct and stylish' rh the world of fashion, in Ladies Blouses at 2s lld, 3s lld and an/ttryl^^*'^ Mr Alfred Gould will sell on account of Mr I? Men-lit (who is giving up housekeeping), furniture and effeots at his residence, Brook-street, on Wednesday next, 15th inst. Every housewife should see the splendid showing of new Manchester goods n x oW ., bein ? "•'/"Pi"'*'*} in this department at Mrs Anstice'.. This soleotion includes curtains, calicoes, linens, damasks, fancy table centres, towels, curtains, and flannels, eto. Just what you want for .your home ; in thoroughly reliable qualities and reasonable prices. It will pay you to see these goods.* Everything that s novel, charming, and correct in neckwear and belts for the new season is shown now at Mrs Anstice's, and awaits your inspection. There's something here for every gown and every occasion, and the prices are remarkably ]pyr for articles of such superior quality. Why not come iu ip-dfly ond see these dainty things? — Mia Anstice, "The House for Ileal Value."* The P.D. OOESET is the highest mark of achievement in its class. Often imitated, it is never excelled. Only the makers of the P.D. Corset, with their wonderful organisation and facilities of distribution, can f'irnish you with, such a Corset- at : ■ such a price, Quality iB the test of cheapness; Why help to put a premium on .inferiority, -'*w_»*i you can. iaa.r a I*iD.."*,.v .-; jry- .-.A" A:.''-''- \A "••-"■' ."' »'-.'. A' .-.--A, ':'-■■ ■..--. . ' 1. .