THE Southland Times PUBLISHED EVERY MORNING. Luceo Non Uro FRIDAY, 14th NOVEMBER, 1902.

Southland Times, Issue 17092, 14 November 1902, Page 2

THE Southland Times PUBLISHED EVERY MORNING. Luceo Non Uro FRIDAY, 14th NOVEMBER, 1902.

“Messiah” Concert.—As the time for preparation is short, the attention of those desiring to take part in the forthcoming performance is called to the notice of rehearsal in this issue. A large number were present last practice and great interest is being evinced in the production. The chorus is expected to be a very large and powerful one. Early application for seats in the choir must be made.

The Latest Municipal Project. - Yesterday evening the Borough Council, commenced the discussion of the report of the committee on the question of building a.town hall, theatre, etc., and unanimously affirmed that such a building was necessary, some members going as far as £20,000 as its possible cost. It was generally admitted that the building would not be self-supporting for some time and that should be made clear to the ratepayer. The Council had got as far as clause 2 when the lateness of the houp made an adjournment desirable. It was decided that the front of the building should be either stone or granite. The matter will be taken up at the next meeting. Musical Exams.—Mr Knott, examiner for the Associated Board of the Royal Academy and the Royal College of Music, is now in Invercargill. Mr A. Mistowski, examiner for Trinity College, London, .will examine here on Wednesday and Ihursday of next week. Show Your LiciiTS.—The police have evidently been making a raid on cyclists whose waysin the dark are not lit up with the light from a.lantern, half a dozen cyclists and cyclistes appearing before Mr McCarthy, 8. vl., yesterday, and being fined the usual 10s and 7s costs. On behalf of one of the defendants Mr Stout explained that the cyclist had lent his lamp to a lady, and had himself taken advantage of the escort of another cyclist who had a light, so as to minimise the risk of accident. The eagle eye and quick hand of the law was quick to detect and collar the offender, but His Worship took the self sacrificing spirit of the cyclist into consideration, and reduced the fine to 5s and costs 7s.

More Likely.—The N.Z. Cricket Council has received no intimation that Lord Hawke’s team have abandoned their colonial tour. The team is supposed to have left England yesterday, and there is no information to the contrary. Probably the cable refers to the abandonment of the Australian portion of the tour,

I. ~rifMoi<AL.—Sir Joseph Ward arrived in Invercargill by the express yesterday, and I was welcomed biok to his native heath by a I number of friends. The programme for the visit has not yet been definitely decided, but the Minister will deliver an address at Winton on Monday night. What Sir Joseph will do on Tuesday night has yet to be arranged, and on Wednesday he proceeds to Stewart Island, speaks there at noon, and again at the Bluff the same evening. It is certain also that Sir Joseph Ward will address the Wallace electors during his stay, and it is also probable that he will journey to Queenstown to clear up statements that have been made in regard to the purchase of the Wakatipu Shipping Company’s plant. Definite information will, however, be available to-day, and the Minister, as usual, is sure to have his time fully occupied with the reception of deputations. .. The Scotch “ Hercules.” —Lex McLean, whose exhibitions of strength have been attracting attention lately, has formed an entertainment of a varied nature which will be presented in Invercargill shortly. The performance includes juggling, acrobatic eccentricities, Mr McLean’s exhibition of “ might and muscle,” performing dogs, monkeys, etc., musical items, and clown tricks. Such a combination is novel, and the company should do successful business here.

Rowing.— Yesterday evening the jetty was crowded with spectators, when the races in connection with the I.R.C. trial fours were continued. Three more heats were got off ; J. Christopher-’ crew beating Fleetwood’s, Basstian’s beating Thornton’s, and Totton’s beat Broad’s. The finishes were fairly close, no crew winning by more than a length. This evening the second round will bo commenced, when McCormack rows Matthews, Morton—J. Christophers, and Craig—Basstian. Maintenance. — The adjourned ease Mary Benson v. Thomas Benson, an application for an order for the support of complainant and her child, was called at the Police Court yesterday. Mr Stout, for the complainant, said that the case had been adjourned to allow the parties to come to a settlement, but he regretted to say that this had not been effected, as Mrs Benson still refused to live with her husband. His Worship made an order lor the payment of 7s 61 per week towards the support of the child, no allowance being made for the mother, as no reason had been given for her refusal to live with her husband. Mr W. Macalister appeared for the defendant.

Japan’s Trade.— The N.S.W. trade representative in, the east strongly recommends his Government to send produce to the Osaka (Japan) Exhibition. If producers are determined to get a share of the eastern trade they will have to bear in mind that they have keen opponents. The Americans and Germans are in the field, and lose no opportunity of advertising their goods. Ke is sure increased trade can confidently be expected—lt was but the dthor day thatwe were told that Japan wanted nothing that we could send her. Magistrate’s Court.— At the Magistrate’s Court yesterday morning judgment was given for plaintiffs in the following eases :— Carswell and Co. v. J. Power (Richmond), claim £6 is, costs 10s ; Southland County Council v. Mrs McGarvie (Mataura), claim £3 16s 3d, costs 21s ; A. Dewe v. Hagerty Bros. (Winton), claim £7 10s, costs 12s ; Mrs Morgan v. M. Plato (Queenstown), claim £1 9s lid, costs 5s ; Southland Implement Co. v. J. R. Turnbull (Thornbury), claim £2, costs 15s ; R. Tapper v. S. R. and N. Z. Merrett (Christchurch), claim £5l ss, costs £4 0s 9d ; Mrs Davidson v. R. S. Bishop (Invercargill), claim £ll, costs 15s.

Can’t Cabby the Load. — ’he N.S.W. Public Service Board’s report shows that the liabilities of the Civil Service Super annuation Fund amount to £2,324,000, aud the assets to only £363,000, which «ill little more than meet obligations for the current year. This parlous condition is the result, in a large measure, of retrenched civil servants becoming chargeable to the fund. The actuarial report attached recommends Government assistance aud suggests moderating the pensions and increasing contributions.

Borough Bylaws.— At court- yesterda morning, before S. E. McCarthy, S.M, a number of local residents were charged with committing breaches of the borough bylaws, by leaving vehicles without a chain on the wheels when unattended. Fines of 10s and costs were inflicted in all cases. One defendant caused considerable amusement by his statement of the hardship of his particular case. He said that his mare was 30 years old, and a thunderbolt would not move her five yards. Though she had been driven about , town during the last twelve years ho notice had been taken of the absence of the wheel chain, and no policeman with the brains of a kitten would have taken the least notice of her. He added that damage had been done by larrikins at Gladstone, amounting to a large sum, but the smart policemen had taken no notice of it at all, although he had complained time after time It was no wonder that the police were looked upon with contempt. His Worship said that this did not excuse the defendant’s breach of the law, and the usual penalty would be inflicted.

Who They Are. —The Doukhobors, or “ Spiritual Combatants,” are a Russian communistic religious sect, founded by a Quaker missionary towards the end of tho eighteenth century. Their leading tenet was opposition to military service, and for this reason they were severely persecuted by the Russian Government. They settled in the Caucasus, their number being about 20,000, but in consequence of the persecution most of them emigrated to Canada.

Police Court. — Before Mr S. E. McCarthy, S.M., yesterday, a prohibition order was issued against James Aitkon, Invercargill. Two first offenders were fined 10s and 2s costs, and R. Pennington an old offender, 20s and 2s costs for drunkenness.

At Otautau on Wednesday judgment for £2, entrance fee, and costs 14s, was given against a trooper of the Wallace Mounted Rifles.

Guaranteed Umbrellas.—We have just opened gentlemen’s umbrellas, which carry the maker’s guarantee for twelve months’ wear. By this fair wear is meant; damage from high winds is not included in the guarantee ; price, 8s 6d.— Thomson and Beattie. At the. Wheelmen’s Carnival in Sydney the Orient Plate was won by Walker by half a wheel, with Morgan second, and Megson third. Time—2 min. 12 2-sth secs. The Sydney Wheel Race was won by Schips (South Australia), 110yds ; Gordon (Victoria), 120yds, 2 ; Don Walker, scratch, 3. Won by a few inches. Time—l mm. 5f secs., being the world’s fastest competition time. Military Spobts.—2 mile : J Stewart, Ist; A. Peters, 2nd ; A. Brighton, 3rd. 1 mile : J. Stewart, Ist; A. Brighton, 2nd. These riders all rode Massey-Harris machines. Ride a Massey-Harris and keep to the front. G. W. Woods and Co, agents. The N.S.W. Milling Association has fixed the price of roller flour at £ll 10s, ordinary £ll ss. Just opened, 25 Ladies’ Tailor made Costumes, the very latest cut, observe the prices :.45s fid, 49s 6d, 55s 6d, 655, 70s, and if you require cheaper costumes, Price and Bulleid can show you stylish costumes at 255, 29s 6d,355,3956d ; also 100 White .Skirts richly trimmed, 311 lid, 4s 6d, 5s 6d, 6s 6d. —lnspection invited. The Victorian revenue for last month was £73,776 below that for October 1901.

SYNOPSIS OF NEW ADVERTISEMENTS. J A Mitchell and Co sell cow, horses, harness, etc., at Prince of Wales yards to-morrow. Wanted, a strong parcels’ youth. Rose Show at Zealandia Hall on llith and ITtli December. T. Green elected County Council representative for Ilokonui riding. Money to lend on freeholds—R. J. Cumming. R. .1. Cumming is licensed to prepare mortgages and leases. For Sale, C-roomed bouse—R. J. Cumming. G. Stuart is elected County Council representative for Oreti riding. Xmas, numbers of N.Z weeklies for Home, ami good stock of school prizes at Wesney Bros. “ Nox-’em-all ’’boots for the boys at Simon's. Copies of “ The Messiah ” at Wesney Bros. Man wants partnership, or buy storekeeper’s business —Address from W. B. Scanih-ctt. Jas Fleming returns thanks to the Awnnia ratepayers. J, A. Hanan is a candidate as Parliamentary Representative for Invercargill. Best value in cycle accessories—McKenzie .. and Roach. v , Wanted, board and lodging for three gents. Win. Todd and Co sell J. W. Wilkin's furniture on Tuesday. ’ To let - 9-roomed residence, Leet'street. Jas. Lennie thanks tlie Awnnia ratepayers who voted for him. Clerk wants employment. Rover, Raleigh, Monopole, Imperial Cycles, Anchor Sewing Machines—P. 11. Vickery. «ilev J. Lyall's mission—daily prayer meetings from Monday. ' Ladies’ linen costumes to orxler at' Thomson and Beatties'. ' . Plain facts and figures re the drink traffic. . Choral rehearsal of “ The Messiah ” to-night.