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New Zealand Herald, Volume XXXIV, Issue 10595, 9 November 1897, Page 5

- A correspondent, who signs himself "A Lover of Fair Play," writes from Te Aroha under date November 4. Ho states that a very . serious assault had been - committed: there upon an old man, of which the police had apparently, taken no notice.,. It was announced that both parties were desirous of hushing-the affair up, but our correspondent thinks that in the interest of law and' order .this should nob be permitted. , The jubilee gala picnic in commemoration of the first Band of Hope festival will be held in the Domain .to-day, when excellent programmes will be provided, supplying healthful amusement for old and young. A If wet' in the morning the programme will be given - in the Choral Hall in the afterhooni'SgWiS* ® The Auckland Horticultural "Society publish elsewhere a' summary of the schedule for their summer flower, fruit/and vegetable exhibition, i.which opens : on'; Friday, the 10 th inst. Intending competitors are 'reminded that entries should be left with the secretary, Mr. J. H.' Mackie,; not later than Friday next. A grand operatic concert . is ; to be given m the Devonjwrt f Hall t to-morrow 1 evening in aid of the - convent school. Some of Auckland's best talent is helping, and afnll house is expected. ' Beautiful designs in I linoleums f and oilcloths just opened up exStar pi Euglapa, - All at cash sale, prices ;at J our. temporary, pre?. mises, Elliott-streeti—- uii