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New Zealand Times, Volume LI, Issue 8746, 31 July 1889, Page 4

Captain Sattle, A.D.C.—We learned last night on inquiry that Captain Savile’s condition remained much the same. IE there were any change it was slightly for the better.

Lord Crani/kt. —We regret to learn that Lord Cranley, who is now staying at Nelson, is suffering from fever, hia condition causing some anxiety. There was, however, some improvement yesterday, his temperature, which had been 104 degrees on the previous night, having fallen to 102 degrees. This, however, is high enough to excite uneasiness. We hope to hear better accounts to day. We understand that the Ladies Gwendolen and Dorothy Onslow have been sent to Lowry Bay as a precautionary step, there being a case of typhoid fever in Government House itself.

The Post Office Bells.— Much diasatis. faction is generally expressed wifca the new Post Office chimes, the fourth chiming bell being so decidedly “ sharp ” in pitch aa to produce a very unpleasant effect. It is stated that, although the bells have been hung in the tower, Mr Robert Parker, who was appointed the judge of the bells| tone, bad never given any certificate of their being in tune, and the Town Clerk has written to Mr Parker on the subject. The St. Paul's Vestry. — A meeting of the informally-elected Vestry of St. Paul's Pariah was held on Monday night, whan the position and status of the Vestry underwent careful consideration. We understand it was ultimately agreed that, inasmuch as there is no means at present provided for determining the validity of a parish election, the Vestry as at present constituted should continue to act, and that if requisite a bill of indemnity should be introduced in the Synod. Sunday School Anniversary. The anniversary services in connection with the Courtenay-place Congregational Sunday School were successfully celebrated oa Sunday last, and the distribution of prizes on the Tuesday following. Addresses were delivered by several ministers of religion, and Messrs Goldie and Buxton iM.H.E.’s). The singing by the scholars on each occasion was very commendable.. The attendance eaob time was large.

Mutual Life Association.—We are in receipt of the neat monthly diary for August issued by the Mutual Life Association of Australasia.

Drapery Sale. —At the drapery sale on the premises of Casey, McDonald and Co. yesterday afternoon Mr A. W, Brown pat through 300 lots in four hoars. This sale will be continued at noon to-day and tomorrow.

Compensation Court. —A sitting of the Compensation Court will probably be held this week for the purpose of delivering the award in the case of Chisholm v. the Corporation, which oase was heard some time ago.

A Liberal Beque-t. At yesterday’s meeting of the Benevolent Society Trustees, a letter was read from Messrs Brandon and Son, solicitors, stating that Mrs Buxton, an old resident of this city, who died some time ago, had bequeathed the sum of £SO for the Benevolent Institution. Sawmill Plant. —We call the attention of oar readers .to the clearing saie of a sawmill plant to be held at Otaki on Friday, the 2nd proximo. The whole of the plant, including a valna’ le team of bollocks, is for absolute and unreserved sale, and should attract a large number of buyers. Bankruptcy. —The meeting of creditors in the estate of Henry Sundgren. basketmaker, of Pitone, which was to have been held in the Official Assignee's office yesterday morning, lapsed for want of a quorum, there being only one creditor present. The meeting therefore stands adjourned until 11 o'clock this morning.

The Cemetery Question. —Mr G. Anderson has received the following letter from the Town Clerk on the cemetery question : “ With reference to the cemetery question, the Council propose to introduce a Loon Bill giving special power, among other things, to borrow £7500 tor the establishment of a camete^.” Te Aeo House. —Wo are asked to notify that Te Aro House will be entirely closed daring the day, as strenuous efforts have t < be made to prepare for the winter sale, which commences to-morrow. The windows will, however, be fully dressed with a display of some of the wonderful bargains to be offered, and visitors will be able to inspect them all through the day aad up to 10 o’clock iu the evening. Sale of Plants. —To day, at 2 o’clock, Messrs J. H. Bethune and Co. will sell by public auction, at their rooms, a splendid assortment of plants from Mr G. Duncan’s Linden Vale Nursery, Porirua. The catalogue contains 200 roses, including many rare varieties, flowering shrubs, forest trees, pines, and a first-class lot of fruit trees. The plants being locally grown, and of the best kinds, the sale should attract a large attendanoe of buyers. Personal. — At yesterday’s meeting of the Hospital Trustees the following letter was read with regard to a patient named Le Houpi, who had made complaints about the way in which he had been treated in the institution :—“ Lunacy and Hospital Department. Sir—l have to thank you for the prompt way in which you have enabled me to satisfy those members of Parliament who interested themselves in Le Houpi’s case. They are perfectly satisfied, as I also am, that the complaints were frivolous and baseless.—l am, &c., D. McGregor.”

Insanitary OoNrarioN of the Cits - . At the meeting of the Hospital Trustees held yesterday, the Chairman {Mr F. H. Fraser), in reply to the Rev H, Van Staveren, said there were six oases of typhoid fever in the Hospital at the present time. Dr Gillon had informed him that there were upward of 40 cases of typhoid fever in the city. The Rev H. Van Staveren stated that if the statement was true it was a disgrace to the city authorities and the Cemetery Trustees. He said this as he believed that nearly all the cases of typhoid fever at present in the city were at Tharndon. He thought that a short Bill to amend tbo Cemetery Act should be introduced into Parliament at once. The Chairman said he understood that a Bill dealing with the question would be introduced into the House during the present session. He thought that all the dairies throughout the city and suburbs should be rigidly inspected onoe in every three months. Vagrancy. —At the Resident Magistrate’s Court yesterday, before Colonel McDonnell and Messrs J. H, Cock and J. Collins, Justices, the remanded charge was heard against Annie Sanstone, alias Budd, The police said she was a rogue and a vagabond, had no visible means of support, and had been previously convicted as an idle and disorderly person. The accused, who was represented by Mr Staite, pleaded not guilty. Evidence was given by Constables Creeks, Gleeson and Redicon to the effect that the accused was a woman on the street and .an associate of bad characters. Other evidence in support of the charge was also called. It was argued for the defence that the accused was not answerable for her conduct. The Bench decided that the defence had not produced sufficient evidence in support of the charge, and sentenced the accused to one month’s imprisonment. The accused to the Bench)r 11 You may,order a coffin before I come back.”

Inquest.—An inquest was held at the Hospital yesterday morning on the body of Andrew Duggan, who died at the Asylum on Monday. Mr H. W, Eobinson (District Coroner) presided, and Mr E. H. Chiuohen was foreman of the jury. From the evidence it appeared that the deceased was admitted to the Asylum on the 10th December of last year, and that ho was suffering from paralysis of the brain. Dr Hassell, Medical Superintendent of the Asylum, stated that the deceased was a very violent patient, and that about six weeks ago ho had an epileptic fit. He had several fits on Sunday, and he was again attacked with the malady on Monday, and daring a fit on the latter occasion he expired. The doctor’s opinion waa that death was caused by paralysis of the brain, and the jury returned a verdict ia accordance with his testimony. The deceased was a single man, and about 41 years of age. He was formerly a warder in the Wellington Gaol, and, so far as ia known, had no relatives ia the Colony.

Fire.— The residence of Mr John do Mey„ gymnastic instructor to the Education Board, in Vivian-streot, had a narrow escape of being destroyed by fire about 9 otelock last night. Mrde Mey was absent at the time, the only occupants of the house being Mrs de Mey and four young children. While she was sitting in the kitchen about the time mentioned she observed smoke coming from the bedroom iis. which two of the children were sleeping.. She was of course very much alarmed, and screamed for assistance. Her cries were beard by Mr Levy, who resides opposite, and he immediately went to her aid and assisted in carrying the children to a neighbour's house. In the meantime a number of passers-by had arrived on the scene, and were rendering what assistance was Some difficulty, however, was experienced indiscovedng; the seat of the fire, for although the house was full of smoko, there was no sign of fires . anywhere. Eventually it was found that, a : corner of the mattress on which one of the children was sleeping was burning. The fire was quickly extinguished, and all danger of its spreading averted. The Brigade had anic-ad by this time, bat fortunately their services were not needed. It is not known how the fire occurred. A few pounds will cover the damage done. The contents of the house, with the exception of the piano, are insured. The house, which is the property of Mr G. Evans, of the Brunswick Hotel, is insured in the National Office for £350.

Inspection Wanted. — A resident of St. Mary-atreet, Thorndon, intimates tons that it ia desirable that the Inspector of Nuisances should visit the upper pari of that street. Sale op Property. —Shortt and Reid to-day, at noon, offer by public auction the whole of the buildings at present in the •occupation of the New Zealand Shipping ■Company, and the premises lately used as ■the temporary Post-office, Resident Magistrate's Court.— At the Resident Magistrate’s Court yesterday, before Colonel McDonnell and Messrs J. H. Cook and J. Collins, Justices, a first offender for drunkenness, while in charge of a horse and cart, was fined 10s or 48 hours’ imprisonment. The charge against Antonio Auguste and Pedro Alegalia for deserting from the barque Teocle was remanded by the Court till this morning. Sale op Fancy Goods and Statuary.— At 2 o’clock this afternoon Messrs T. Kennedy Macdonald and Co. will sell, at their general auction rooms. Exchange Buildings, a choice consignment of fancy goods and statuary, just received by them direct from the manufactory. The collection ia not only varied in character, but the articles are all, without exception, the very best of their class. We have, therefore, confidence in commending the sale to the attention of our readers. Details appear iu another column, and catalogues can be had on application at the offices of tba auctioneers, where the goods can also be inspected.

Free and Easy. - People in the Old Country are often told that one of the great charms of colonial life is its ease and freedom from social conventionalities. The colonies are described as happy lands where a man can do as he pleases and laugh at the consequences. The average solid and staid stay-at-home Englishman would have thought that there was some truth in the above remarks had he dropped suddenly in the Police Court yesterday afternoon An assault case had been heard, and the learned Bench had retired to decide the question of bail. There was a weary wait of some ten minutes or more. A certain personage is said to find something for individuals temporarily out of employment to do. A political legal adviser drew out his well coloured cherry wood pipe, filled it carefully with a well known brand of tobacco, and smoked the pipe of peace, forgetful for the time of the worries of allnight sittings and the dread majesty of the law. The example was contagious. The accused in the assault case, not to be outdone, lit a fragrant cigarette. A stranger dropped in, and, nearing the table sacred to the learned profession, lit his cigarette, and the three smokers appeared t'd thoroughly enjoy their dolce far niente. Opera House —That exceedingly farcical comedy “Mama” was produced at the Opera House last night, and was productive of roars of laughter. The funny fixes into which a married man got in connection with his mother-in-law were very ludicrous. Mr D’Oraay Ogden made a capital Horace Greenfield, the man with a mother-in-law. Mr Ogden’s facility of facial expression is remarkable, and every look raised laughter. Mr Harry Power was very amusing as Larry O’Tool, the gardener. Miss Ethel Parnwell was a pretty and pert ‘ ‘ slavey of the period,” Polly Pickle. Mrs Ogden acted with much force as Xantippe. This piece had a very long run in London, and in the sister colonies was one of the successes of the season. It is of the light modern style of board comedy, and the best that can be said of it is that it is very amusing. The present company all round played it in a satisfactory manner. “Mama” will be repeated this evening. Mr Ogden received a letter last night asking if it was possible for Miss Helen Fergus to appear as Lady Isabel in 1 ‘ East Lynne ” during their present season. The writer says:—l had the pleasure some months ago of attending a performance in Melbourne of this play, and the emotional talents displayed by Miss Fergus in the part made a very profound impression on me. I have seen, as an old playgoer, many actresses in the rOle, but uoue to my mind have realised the heroine of Mrs Woods’ novel to the same extent as Miss Fergus. Her conception seemed to me almost perfect. If you can produce the piece this week you will give gratification to many admirers of the drama in question.” Mr Ogden informs us that “East Lynne” will be produced on Friday.

A sale. Previous to stocktaking, which takes place at the end of August, we intend holding our annual winter sale at the Wholesale Family Drapery Warehouse, Te Aro House. The sale will commence on Thursday, Ist August, to be continued for 15 days only, and will comprise the balance of our present season’s importations and all superfluous stock at Te Aro House. This sale offers a fine opportunity to all on the look out for first-class drapery of all descriptions at low prices, and should be eagerly embraced as the goods are all new and in excellent order at Te Aro House. Ladies should note specially some ex. traordinary bargains in real Irish poplins, alike, velvets and dress goods generally, while thrifty housekeepers will find equally attractive bargains in calicoes, sheetings, flannels, blankets, quilts and a thousand other necessary and useful articles at this winter sale at Te Aro House.

An early visit to this sale is strongly recommended, and special attention is called to the fact that on no account will it be extended beyond the 15 days as announced at Te Aro House.