NEWS OF THE DAY.

New Zealand Times, Volume LVII, Issue 2641, 16 October 1895, Page 2

NEWS OF THE DAY.

London Gossip, from our special correspondent, appears on the fourth page. A small English mail is on its way from Sydney by the Waihora, which left Sydney on Saturday, and is due here to-morrow. The mails which arrived at the Bluff yesterday morning by the Wakatipu from Australia will arrive here on Friday. During the month of August 23 patients at the Hospital consumed 255 pints 4Joz of wines, spirits and malt liquors, this being at the rate of 11 pints for each person. . His Excellency the Governor had a narrow escape at the Hapier show, relates an exchange. Ho was one of the admirers of the champion Shorthorn bull, Belinda, and entered the pen to make a closer inspection of the champion. The intrusion on his private domain was resented by Mr MoHardy’s fine animal, and without any hesitation ha quickly lifted His Excellency outside the railings. Lord Glasgow, however, was soon on his feet again, little the worse for his experience. Our Masterton correspondent telegraphed last night:—The Masterton Hospital Trustees decided to-day that the circumstances of the district did not warrant the establishment of a system of out-door relief.

The Brough-Bpuoicault Company, nowplaying. to crowded houses in Auckland, commence their Wellington season on Friday, 25th, and Mr W. H. Wallace, business manager, announces the programme for the first week in this morning’s issue. Playgoers are sure to assemble in overflowing numbers to welcome this brilliant and popular company. The scholarship examinations began yesterday. The regular meeting of the Excelsior Lodge was held last evening,. Bro. W. A. Ritson, A.D., in the chair. Five candidates were initiated and two others proposed. The valuator’s report for the quinquennial valuation shows that the funds have increased JJ3 10s per member since the last valuation. A number of visitors were present, and were accorded a hearty vote of thanks. A meeting of the Bight Hours Demonstration Committee' was held in the Trades Hall last' night, Mr A. Collins (president) occupying the chair. The president congratulated the committee on the groat success which had attended the recent demonstration, and which he attributed in a large measure to the Harbour Board and City Council granting a full holiday to their employees. A special vote of thanks was awarded to Mr J. Heaton for his efforts as a member of the Harbour Board in assisting to secure the, holiday. Messrs D, P. Fisher and T. K. Macdonald were appointed auditors, the former to represent the Eight Hours Demonstration Committee and the latter the general public. It was stated that a balance-sheet would bo presented at next meeting, and the' committee then adjourned until Tuesday" next.

It is announced that, in compliance with numerous requests received, the exhibition of sketches at the Academy of Pine Arts will remain open from 10,30 a.m. till 5,30 p.m. daily. The Baptist Church, in Vivian street, was crowded yesterday afternoon when Miss Annie Skinner, daughter of Mr J. Skinner, Cuba street, was married to Mr C. H. Williams, of Otaki. The " bride, who was given away-by her father, was attired in cream surah silk, and wore the usual veil and orange blossoms. She was attended by Misses E. and B. Braid, of johnsonville, who wore cream and heliotrope dresses, and two tiny children. Misses MinnioDoff and Ida Bull, who wore cream dresses .trimmed with primroses and jifeo -carried staffs. Mr C. Burnett attended the bridegroom. The bridegroom’s present to the bride was a beautiful bracelet, and the bridesmaids each received a gold brooch. The Rev C. Dallaston was the officiating clergyman. There was a full choir present, who sang appropriate hymns, and Miss Fifth.who presided at the organ, played the Wedding March after the ceremony. Afternoon tea was served in the schoolroom at the rear of the church. The honeymoon is to be spent at theHutt. There were a largo number of presents, including several from the Mothers’ Union and the Christian Endeavour Society. The bride was a prominent member of the latter body. A New Zealand concert took place on Saturday night at the Christchurch Exhibition. There was, to quote the official programme. New Zealand music played by a New Zealand orchestra. New Zealand dances danced by New Zealand natives, New Zealand songs with New Zealand words set to New Zealand music, and sung by New Zealand artists, - The music was principally the work of Canterbury com-, posers. The directors of the Wellington Woollen Manufacturing Company call for tenders for the erection of the Company’s threestory brick Warehouse at the corner of Willeston street and Jervois quay. Tenders will be received by Mr A. E. Donne, secretary, till 4 p.m. on Monday, 28th Inst.

Entries forthe old boys’ races, 100yds and 440yds Handicap, at the Wellington College Sports on the 30th inst., close on Friday, 25th inst., with Mr A. M. Stuart. The Chief Justice, Mr Justice Williams and Mr Justice Dennistou heard arguments in the Appeal Court yesterday against a decision of Mr Justice Conolly (Auckland) in the case of the' Sanies Company (limited), London, v. William Ogle, Auckland. The Sauitas Company at the trial claimed an injunction to restrain the defendant from infringing Us trade mark, «gauitas," in connection with the sale ■ of his soap, Mr Justice Conolly decided that the soap sold by Ogle did not resemble the article covered by the Sanitas Company’s trade mark, nor. .wore the wrappers used by defendant intended to pass,off the plaintiff’s goods, and therefore he gave judgment for the defendant. The plaintiffs appeal on the grounds that the decision was opposed to law aru facts, and' that the Judge refused; evidence tendered by the plaintiffs. Mr Jelliooe is appearing for the appellants and Mr Chapman for the respondent. The arguments were not concluded when the Court rose last even.toe- :

Three first-offending drunkards were fined 5a each by Mr Martin, S.M., at the Magistrate’s Court yesterday, one of them, Charles Eeid, being a)so sentenced to 14, days’ hard labour for the theft of $ cpat belonging to W. Barclay. Two boxes of gold, valued at -fi/lto, shipped by th® Bank of Now Zealand at Oreymouth, and consigned to the Rational Bank of Australasia, Melbourne, arrived hare by tha Mawhera last night. It is notified that the dividend declared by the South British Insurance Company for the half-year is payable at the company's office, 27. Lambtou quay. The Te Aro Hotel, 'Willi* street, has been thoroughly renovated, and in the capable hands of its present proprietor, Mr George Young Dennis, offers first-class accommodation to travellers and permanent boarders. Mr Dennis is well known in the Manawatu and Wairarapa districts as a reliable caterer, more especially jn regard to the quality of his stock of yi?e?, beers and spirits, and in .consequence tye Wdp-Wjfiy anticipates attracting a large sharq .<$ tnf trade. In connection with the Mayoral election, Mr O, M- Bnka asks ail his old committees and supporters »c e t hiu? at the Eeohabite Hall to-morrow evening, at S o'clock. -A special moating of -St, Peter's parishisioOßta was held in the achoojrobm jast night, the Sev W. C. Waters presiding, for the purpose of electing a vestryman in place of the late Mr Andrew Young. Mr R. Wilberfoas was elected. Mr W. P. Shortt, who was not present at the meeting, was also proposed for the office. The Athletic Football Club- has abandoned the idea of bolding a seveu-a-side competition this season. The competitionwill be held at the beginning of next football season.

The Premier yesterday informed the House that lie hoped to bring the session to a close that day fortnight at the latest. At the weekly meeting of the Trustees of the Benevolent Institution yesterday, there were present—Rev H. Van Staveren (chairman), Messrs G. H. Baylis, R. Mothes, F. Bradey and C. E. Willeston. The Trustees decided to send to Melbourne a man whose eyesight is almost gone, as Dc Mackenzie thinks that in that city he will be able to obtain such assistance as may. perhaps restore his sight. After consideration it was resolved to take ho action with regard to an application by the Sisters of Mercy for the custody of a child who was left by its mother in the care of a respectable woman. It was urged that the child, whoso mother is a Catholic, is receiving no instruction in that faith, but this was denied by the woman in whore care she is, and who stated that its mother owed her .£ll for its keep. She added that the child is attending the Newtown Catholic School and the Buckle street Sunday school regularly. Several other cases were dealt with, and' accounts amounting to .£l2 15s 4d were passed for payment. The number of inmates in the Benevolent Home is 86—60 males and 26 females. The orchestra and soloists of the Festival Choral Society are to attend a special rehearsal at the Dresden Rooms to-night at 8 o’clock.

The Faust Family appeared again at the Opera House last night, when the programme of the previous evening was repeated, All the items were heartily applauded, the exhibition of living stituary again being one of the most attractive features of the programme. The Risley act, one of tho cleverest performances of its kind ever seen in Wellington, was also repeated, and enthusiastically applauded. Mr Martyn Hagan and Miss Lucy Fraser, with their clever sketches and singing, also contributed largely to the success of the evening. This afternoon at 3 o’clock the Faust Family will give their final matinee in- this city. This will be the weekly half-holiday, and as the performance will be the same as in the evening, there is sure to be a crowded audience. This evening tho final performance is to take place, when the Faust Family, Mr Martyn Hagan and Miss Lucy Fraser will appear for the last time before a Wellington audience, prior to their departure for an extensive tour of the Colony. These clever entertainers have made themselves very popxilar throughout their season, and no doubt there will be a large house this evening to bid them farewell. The ceremony of opening tho yachting season will take place early in November. His Excellency the Governor is to be asked to officiate.

Judgment for plaintiffs was given by Mr Martin, 8.M., in the followingcivil cases at the Magistrate’s Court yesterday; —Cook and Whittaker v. John Oldham, .£1 8s 6d, costs 16s; M. T. Everton v. Mrs M. Hoverd, 16s 6d, costs 7s; Stewart and Co. v. S.-Stokes, £1 6s 3d, costa 6s ; E. Stains v. W. H. Cox, .£23 15s, costs £3 7s; H. C. North v, Fairbrother and Son, £4 16s, .costs 6a; G. G. Gillon v. A. Warren, .£7 Is 6d, costs £i 17s 6d; M. Hawthorne v. H. Ferris, sen., .£1 3s, costs 6s; F. Kuch v. P. Kearney, £Z, costs 11s; A. Hlbell v. M. Moynihan, .£2l ss, costs £3 Is. Defended cases—A, Nicoi v. D. Galloway, claim £2 13s lid* Plaintiff nonsuited with .£1 Is iosty. '- Mr Tripp appeared for the plaintiff, and Mr Wilford for the defendant. Clara Algar v. Charles J. Muun, claim £4 17s. Judgment for plaintiff for £4 2s, with .£1 12s costs. Mr Devine appeared for plaintiff, and Mr Andrew for defendant. John Breen sued Patrick Cavanagh for .£&, and defendant sued Breen for a similar amount as a set off. Mr Richmond appeared for Cavanagh, and Mr Wilford for Breen. In the first case judgment yvas given for defendant Cavanagh, 7}with £1 Is costs, and in the second castyiMntiff obtained judgment for .£3, J° e v. .Jini Cum, inouey lent. Judgment for plaintiff claimed, with -Cl 16s costs. Dr Filidlay appeared for the plaintiff, and. Mp Devine for the defendant., In the Assignee in Bankruptcy (estate opThos. Dickson) v. H. E. Crofts, judgment went for plaintiff for .£l2 17s, with £1 costs.

That very great interest exists with reference to the lectures by the Rev Haskett Smith is shown by the rapid booking of seats for the opening lecture in 'Thomas’' Hall to-morrow evening, and there is every prospect of a crowded house to welcome the great lecturer and Orientalist to Wellington. His Excellency ;ihu Governor and the Countess of Glasgow aftd suitu will be present, and the Eight Rev the Bishop of Wellington will preside. Tlie subject, “ Tiie Crescent and the Cross, Or the Cradle of Christendom,” is one of absorbing interest. A horse attached to an express belonging to P. H. James bolted on Lambton quay yesterday afternoon. Mr James hung on to the reins for some time, but was at length obliged to free his hold. The animal turned down Panama street, at the bottom of l which it was stopped by some .bystanders. In Chambers yesterday, Mr Justioe Cpnolly granted an order for proofs of debts in connection with the winding-up of the Longburn Freezing Company. Proofs must be sent in on or before the 30th November, and the list of contributors, it was directed, should be filed by the 15th November. His Honor also dealt with a quantity of other Chamber business. ■

The Hospital Trustees met yesterday. Present—Messrs P. H. Fraser (chairman), L. L. Harris, J. Danks, G. W. Brown, C. E. W. Willeston and Rev H.'Van Staveren. 'Owing to the serious illness of Mr O. Allen, Mr L. L. Harris was appointed to act as treasurer. Alex. Doull, at present attending at the furnaces, was promoted to the position of night,watchman, and C. Zinegraf was appointed to take Doull’s place. A request from the Unemployed Relief Works to bo allowed to take turf from some ef ; the Hospital sections for the purpose of filling up the now recreation ground, Salamanca rogd, was granted. It was reported that Nurse Snodgrass had resigned, and 'Nurse Beswiok was appointed to take her. place. Probationer Barclay was pro: moted to the permanent staff. It is still probable that the Bstudiantina Band of Christchurch will perform here in aid of the Hospital. The Opera House is available for the 2lst and 23rd instant, and the Trustees of the Hospital decided yesterday morning to inform Mr Arenas, of Christchurch, who bad kindly offered the services of the band, that if he will secure the building : for those dates they will do all they possibly can to make the performances successful.

The number of subscribers to the Lending Department of the Free Public Library during the half-year ending 30th September was'7lß, while 18 persons paid stnall sums for the privilege of borrowing books in the last month of the half-year, making a total of 736 subscribers, an increase of 176 on the number of the preceding halfyear, apd ah‘increase of 263 on that of the half-year ogdipg 30th September, 1894. The ' number of books issued in the Lending Department in September (including renewals) wgs 3305, an increase of 1411 on the number for September, 1894. The numbers issued in each class were as follow j —. Theology and philosophy, 16 j history and biography, 100; voyages, travels, 40., il6 1 politics, economy social topics, 18; arts and science 31; miscellaneous, 63; -fiction, 2961. The nnwbm °f works -issued in the Reference Department was 971, or 103 less than in September, 1894. The number of books issued in each class were; —Theology, 40; mythology and folklore, 3; philosophy, 84; .society,'* If!) i geography, 92 ; history, 63; archeology, 11; science, 145; arts, trades and sports) 176; lifepatiira and philology, 227 i official books, If- fhe” •tttal nnrhber of readers in this department for the mouth-was 235, of whom 19 were ladies. Thanks .have been returned by tij;o City Council to the following dmors: Binjetallio League, Dunedin ; Herr -A. H. Krause, Messrs C, Hulke, W. Jenness, W. Perry and Qo., f. Ifarding, Miss Annie Clark. It has beep ' resolved that the ' duplicate copies qE the " teenth - Century, Fortnightly Feview and Quarterly Feview be no longer taken, and that tjf° following papers and periodicals be taken instead i~rlfew Zealand Parmer, and Fee and Poultry Keepers’ Journal, Sydney Town and Country Journal, North American Feview, Dublin Review and Bad? ininton ifagaiine that the amount of AW per. month allotted tor the'purchase of books iqv the reference library be continued to the and of the financial year.

In the result of Messrs Raphael Tuck and Son’s literary and printing competition, for amateurs, held in London lately, the following Mew Zealand names are among the ■ prize - winners t—LiteraryKitty’Hounaell and Alice B. Hansell, Nelson- Harriet Cawkell and Mabel Herold, Auckland. Painting—Ellen M. Cheeseman, Emma Cheeseman and Bertha M. Wood, Auckland; Kate Barker and Edith Johns, Nelson; M. Bauchop, Port Chalmers; M. Blundell. Dunedin. At a meeting of the burgesses of Marton, it was njeoided to take a poll of the ratepayers qp the question of borrowing JS4IOO, to bp applied as fqllowa:—.£3ooo to Ue'devoted to paying off debentures, £7OO to purchase the piece of land known Of the Marton Park, and £403 to acquire A site .and erect njnnioipal buildings.’ There, are n°y 131 patients—79 males and 62 females—in the Hospital, Mr H. McLean, of Hawera, who was injured some time since while playing football, has been removed to the Ijawera Hospital for treatment. ; The Deceased Persons’ Estates Duties Act .Amendment Bill, amongst other things, extends the limit of exemption from duty from 15100 to .6300,

It was reported at the meeting of tho Hospital Trustees yesterday that the Hill Ward was used on Monday for the first time as an out-patients’ room. It answered the purpose admirably, and 131 patients presented themselves. For the Palmerston North Show 1306 entries have been received, an increase of 172 on last year’s number.

At Pringle’s temporary premises, 221, Lambton quay, a large assortment of Japanese • bamboo ware is now on view. The quaint styles affected by the Japanese makers are very pleasing, and essentially characteristic. The prices in this particular shipment are remarkably low, and ensure the very best of value to purchasers. A. G. Taine and Co. hold an important displenishing sale at the Warwick, No. 57, Wellington terrace, to-day. The of the superior household furniture, as detailed elsewhere, the contents of 12 rooms, is to be offered. On account of the large number of lots, the sale will start punctually at 11 o’clock in the dining-room. Tho furniture will be on view from 9 o’clock. The sale will no doubt attract a largo attendance of buyers, as the goods to be offered are of a valuable kind, and there is to be no reserve. F. Sidey and Co. are to sell two largo brakes and a large coach opposite tho Tborndon Railway Station on Saturday, at 11 o’clock. F. Sidey and Co. sell, on the Ist November, a piece of land in Roxburgh street, with a six-roomed dvrelUnghouse erected thereon. Abraham and Williams hold their Awahuri stock sale to-day, at 1 p.m. Lowes and lorns hold their Masterton stock sale to-day, at their yards, Henall street, at 1 o’clock.