Summary of News.

Southland Times, Issue 18058, 30 January 1903, Page 2

Summary of News.

Police Commissioner TunbrHlgo Vos resigned and tho Hon. T. Y. Duncan will, it is said, do likewise — vHh I tvause ol indifferent health.

Among recent immigrants were 225 [Jennans — these are lost \o tho Fatherland.

Big wool sale in Dunedin. A seasonable warning note for rabbit packers cotmes from England. In N.S.W. two mad men fired guhs at women and both suicided 1 .

Mr Chamberlain appreciates his Boer. " Standard Oil " Rockefeller ij ready o pour out millions to discover a cure

for consumption. The British taxpayer is promisoil a littlo " let up." An attempt is being ,maJe to foiesiall French commerce on the Blue Nile. The mighty Chinese rebel army has dissolved : there was ro D"y chest. Tho European Ministers at V/»shi»gtoa advise acceptance of Venezuela's terms to end the blockade.

Mails via San Francisco will arrh-e by to-day's express, and tho usual delivery of correspondence will be made nt the Post Office between the hours of 7 and 8 p.m.

Messrs J. W. Mitchell and J. E. Watson are, so far, tho only gentlemen who have been nominated to represent Invercargill on the Bluff Harbour Tocrd for the ensuing year. The nominations close at noon to-day, and there is not likely to be any contest for tho two seats, although we understand that Mr A. F. ilawke was approached on the matter, but has decided not to offer himself for t/ie position. Three candidates have beeu nominated to >represent the boroughs of Gore and Mataura, viz., Messrs Hugh Cameron. Thoa. Green, and John McQueen. Mr R. Dunlop has been nominated for the Chamber of Commerce seat.

Our band is apparently very popular in Dunodin, for, on arrival there by Wednesday's express, Ihey were welcomed by some hundreds of people at the station. In the evening the band' gave a concert in the Garrison HaW and were confronted by a moderate audience, the comparative sraallness of the attendance being- due to the fact that a similar concert had been given only a few days buck. Of the band's playing the local press writes in favourable terms, especially in regard to the forte passages. The playing of " Le Domino Noir " and "Un Ballo in Maschera " are referred to as " remarkably fine renderings," and Mr J. Olenrile comes in for high praise lor the " beautiful tone " and " marvellous execution " which were the distinguishing features of his cornet solo. Sergt. Ferguson's playing was also much appreciated. The band is evidently in good condition, and if it does not fall away from its present pitch of excellence should give a good account of itself at tho Masterton contest.

Messrs Gray and Isaac had again a good audience in the Temperance Hall last night. "Remember Lot's wife '•' •

"Remember me" ; "Son, remember!'' were the words that Mr Gray based his remarks upon. The indifference and unbelief of Lot's wife, her privileges, and her love of earth's pleasures were reviewed, and her eternal loss, thereby. The dying thief was a condemned sinnef in

a cell in! the morning ; ft t night a sinner saved in Paradise through accepting Christ as hia Saviour. Mr Isaac spoke of God's beseeching and entreating love. The meetings continue this evening.

The first stage of the competition for Dr Mac Knight's trophy was fired by the Southland .Rifle Club on Wednesday afternoon at tho 500 and GOO yards ; 7

shots. Mr A. J. Campbell secured the highest number of points with 29 at 500 yards and 29 at the longer distance, a total of 58. Mr John Gilkison was close up with 56, he also dividing his score equally between the two ranges. Mr John Buchanan was next in order of merit with a total of 50 points. Tho small bull's eye was used, with a result that most of the shooters were disconcertod by tho poor scores which they were able to put up in comparison with their previous records at the larger target. Those most affected bs' tho change wero tho younger men.

Messrs Fitzgerald Bros.' spacious tent was well patronised both in tho afternoon and evening, and on each occasion the people were pleased and satisfied with what they saw and hoard. This combination has reached a high level in the circus art, and many of their items are cleverly conceived. The brush between the uativos and British soldiers was a cnpital Jtem. TJio Fliriolcing blacks, prowling about in semi-darkness, was a grand bit for the small boys ; the element of patriotism was skilfully introduced, and at the same time the wonderful training of a horse was exhibited. The various feats wore all appreciated, and the season was brought to a successful conclusion by a performance of all round excellence, which will keep the meurory of the Fitzgeralds green until their next visit. The show will be at Gore to-night.

Since tho formation of the Rabbit Trappers' Union of Otago and Southland no time has \pan lost in preparing for the coming season, and it wil\ bo seen by un advertisement that" a- delegate is about to set out on a lecturing tour. Invercargill is included in tho jtinery, and as the rabbit export trade has as* sumed very largo dimensions, trappers will no doubt attend these meetings to see what advantages are held out. to them by the Union. Arrangements have beeu completed for freezing apace and shipping and selling the rabbits of members of the Union in the Home markets, the object being, of course, to save in-

termediary expenses and secure to members the whole 'of the profits. The Union is prepared to advance to members 6d per pair for all rabbits 2H> weight and over, and 3d per pair for rabbits from H to 2lbs in weight. After shipment the wholo proceeds, less expenses^ and udvunces ami commission, will be divided at the end of the season.

Another frigjitjful railway disaster has happened in America. The llaltimoro and Ohio express, travelling at a speed of 05 miles an hour, collided with a local train at Graceland, Now Jersey, and 100 passengers were killed or injured. The wreckage ignited, and 'tho majority of tho injured wore incinerated. Many who were pinned by the debris begged to be killed,

At the Police Court yesterday morniug, before Mr S. E. McCarthy .9. M., a prohibition order was issued against a young man named Lock. Kenneth Mackenzie, of Timpany'a Siding was fined £9 and costs 9s for using insulting language to a railway guard while travelling on the Invercargill— Waimahaka, train. The Magistrate said that accused hadt been lightly treated in being charged simply under the railway bylaws insteAl of the Act, or he would have been liable to imprisonment without tho option.

The re-election of Mr Wason to Parliament for tho Orkneys is (says the Argus, Melbourne, correspondent) a great personal victory. That gentleman sat till lately as a, Liberal Unionist, but, disproving of tho Government Education j Bill, ho asked his constituents to re- I elect him. He was opposed by two strong mon, by Mr M'Kkmon Wood, who stood as a supporter of Sir IK Camp-bell-Bannerman ; and by Mr Angier, a Unionist of great influence in the north of Scotland. Mr Wason was re-elected by a majority of 401, not so much for his views on the Education Bill, hut because ho had done a great deal for tue interests of tho crofters and for the fishermen. Mr Wason was once a farmer (and M.11.R.) in New Zealand, and he is known in tho House of Commons as the knitting member. As his sight iv not good, and 5s injured by reading, he dovotes his spare, time at Westminstar to the humble work of knitting socks ! He carries his needles and wool about with

him and, like many an industrious housewife, he pegs away with Ms knitting whenever he has a few spare moments. I don't know whether his output goes to clothe some of his poor constituent*!. Possibly that would be deemed to be bribery.

At a meeting of the British Empire League on December 11th a resolution was passed expressing satisfaction with the outcomo of the recent conference between the Secretary of State for tho Colonies and tho Prime Ministers of self-governing colonies as a liubstaiuial and practical contribution towards closer union of tho Empire. Several matters which the League had recommended to the notice of the conference wero satisfactorily dealt with, these including resolutions to hold periodical Imperial Conferences and form colonial brav.ehee of the Royal Naval Reserve.

At Timaru. yesterday Major Keddell, S.M., gave judgment in tho case Watson v. Railway Department, a claim of £16 damages to a cart crushed between a moving train and a truck from which the owner was taking coal. The Magistrate found tho carter had permission to bo there ; that the engine-driver failed to give sufficient warning of his approach to enable the carter to shift ; also that the usual and necessary car© was not exercised by the officials. Judgment was given for petitioner, costs £3 30s.

At the inquest on the body of Peter . Boag, who was filled by a rifle shot at Leeston, Canterbury, the jury returned a verdict that deceased met his death by a bullet wound, caused by Trooper Ireland, and that the. said Trooper Ireland showed great careless- , ness in tho use of firearms. Eleven members of the EUesmere Mounted Rifles had gone to the range to practice, and took refuge in a otock yard when rain came on. While they were clustered there one of them suggested that they should Ore a volley to signal to their captain, who was some distance off. The next moment a report was heard, and Boag foil, shot through the stomach, and also ono of tho company named Herbert Ireland, whose rifle it^ was That went off, and whoso fall was due to his emotion on seeing tho result. Ireland explained thnt as the result of the suggestion to fire a volley he placed a cartridge in the breach of his rifle, p.nd while he was closing it the charge exploded. Boag was 21 years of age, and a, farmer. Ho was a successful footballer and athlete, and was very popular.

Labourers, excavating foundations for a store in Customs street, Auckland, found thirty sovereigns a few feet below the surface. The spot is reclaimed land. The sovereigns bear dates of 50 years back.

Tha Great Cycle Whizz ! ! ! ! at Fitzgeralds' Circus— the four Melbourne 9' ride Red Bird Bicycles. Thirty miles an hour on a saucer 80-lap track. Tho machine that Melbournes risk their necks on should be good enough for you. Sample machines ridden by N them can be seen at our Dee streot depot. G. W. i Woods and Co.

Tho 'Varsity boat race is Qxed for £.11' April.

Children When Teething have more or less diarrhoea. This should b« controlled and can be, by giving Chamberlain's Colic, Cholera, and Diarrhoea Remedy. Every household should have a bottle at hand. Get it to-day. It may savaa life. Macaliflter ft Co., Obemißtfl, Bells it.

This should bo the season for gossamers, gauzes, sunshades, but it isn't. It Is, however, alright for umbrellas. Thomson & Beattie are prepared for the emergency. Their umbrellas are in great request because they have a great repute, as, indeed, they should have, being made to their order in London by a most reliable manufacturer. Umbrella buyers can rely on getting full for their money at Thomson & Seattle's. Make up your mind to accept the weather Bent you, and buy an nrafcreiia.

Price and Bulleid's annual cheap summer sale now on. Vast quantities ol

furnishing goods at absolutely ridiculous prices. Floor cloths, Linoleums, Door Mats, Hearth Rugs, Mattings, Blankets, Curtains, Table Covers, Brussell Carpet Squares ; splendid chance to parties furnishing new homes. Sale for thirty days only. Also all our choice Dress Goods, Voiles, Poplars, Cashmeres, Serges, and all black materials at Sale Prices. Don't forget sale for one month only at Price and Bulleld'B in Tay street. Compare the prices, you will find our prices the lowest for flrst>class articles.

N«w and Fashionable Goods to handParticular attention la called to a splendid lln« of Ladies' Silver Waist floitt, N. J. M. Bein, watchmaker and JtweUtr, 46 Dm BtrMtj