THE COLONIST. PUBLISHED DAILY—MORNING. NELSON, SATURDAY, JUNE 29, 1907.

Colonist, Volume XLIX, Issue 11974, 29 June 1907, Page 2

THE COLONIST. PUBLISHED DAILY — MORNING. NELSON, SATURDAY, JUNE 29, 1907.

Land for Settlement.— NY e learn that the Government-, b.aa decidod to acquire the Braebu n Estate, Mangles river, Centra' Bullbr. The acquisition of this es.ate will enatle some thirty thousand acres of land to bo thrown open for settlement. Fern Flat Bridge. — it is learnt that the site of a bridge across the Bull9r river, near Fern Flat, has now been definitely decided upon, and that the bridge will ba thrown across the river at what is known as O'Sullivan'a site, which is near tho junction of tho Maruia and Buller rivers. We learn that plans are ready, and that; tenders will be invited in the course of a few days. Obituary.— The Colliugwood district has lost two residents, who were greatly respected. Mrs G. Hickmott bas passed away at the residence of her son, Mr Thomas Hiokmott, at Takaka. She was the wife of Mr G. Hiokmott, senior, of Kaituna,|near Collingwood, and she was taken to the latter place for burial. The other was Miss Fanny Exton,eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs T E.Exton,wbo passed away at the age of 26 years. Deceased was a favorite with tbose who knew her, and was noted for her labors in connection with the Anglican Church and Sunday School. The Druids.-— The Druids' smoke concert, which was to have been' held on Monday evening, bas been postponed. Nelson Harbor Board. — The monthly meeting of the Nelson Haibor Board will be held at the office, the Port, at 10.30 a.m. on Monday. The Volunteers. — The country section of the Nelson Field Hospital and Bearer Corps will parade at the Drill Shed, Spring Grove, on Thursday next, for inspection by Colonel Davies, Inspector-General of the Defence Forces.— The Wakatu Mounted Kifles will parade (unmounted) this afternoon at two o'clock at tne Police Station, for inspection by Tieu tenant-Colonel Joyce, O.C.D. Nelson Poultry Association.—Entries for the forthcoming Poultry Show may be made at Mr Boon's, Hardy street, until 7 o'clock this evening, and thereafter up till 10 p.m. at Wakefield Buildings. In Bankruptcy.— Quinton Palmer, of Collingwood, laborer, has been adjudged bankrupt, and a meeting of his creditors will be held at Collingwood on 9th July. __^. "^rheosophical ~ Lecture. — At the Oddfellows' Hall to-morrow evening Miss Christie will lecture on "The Power of Prayer." Admission by silver coin. V.M.C.A.— The meeting of the V.M.C.A. Debating Society, held on Thursday evening, was moderately attended. Mr Symons presided. The proposition "That a Republican i 3 a better form of Government than a Monarchial" created a yery good discussion. Mr Ward opened the debate in the affirmative, and was followed by Mr McLean in the negative. Messrs Webley, Bisley, Sievright, and Anstice also spoke The question was put to the meeting, and decided by a good ma jority in favor of a Limited Monarchial system, such as is possessed by Britain.

Waimea South Rifle Club. — A social in connection with this club will take place at the Rechabite Hall, Brightwater, on Wednesday, 17th July. Concert and Social —On Thursday, July lltb, a Catholic concert and social will be held in the Druids' Hall. The Nelson Garrison Band will give their first promenade concert, undar the charge of Bandmasetr H. Berryninn, on July 7th. Mr Berryman will be remembered as the conductor of the Federal Band, jphich toured the Colony with Major Perry's famous Biorama. "Three Wonderful Nations. "—An interesting description of some of the South Sea Islands is given in an illustrated booklet recently issued by the Union S.S. Company of New Zealand, entitled "Three Wonderful Nations," by Beatrice Grimsbaw. The scenic attractions of the beautiful islands of Tonga, Samoa and Fiji are graphically described, and much useful information regarding the habits and customs of the native is given. The booklet is most pro fusely illustrated with some exeilen; photographs of the various places in the - South^ Seas visited by the U.S.S. Company's fine steamers reguarly, and particulars of these excursions amy be obtained f rom the local office of tbe;Oompany,

Brightwater Singing Class.— A meeting of those interested in the formation of a Singing Class and Glee Club are invited to be present at the Brightwater Institute on Monday evening next. Golf. — The following are the drawings and handicaps for the Men's Foursomes to-day:— Fell and Bigg-Wither (scratch), play A. E. Jackson and Mackintosh (6) ; Cock and R. B. Jackson (2), play Squires and Chancy (10) ; Burnes and Polios k (2), play Broad and Kingswell (G) ; Colonel Wood and Dalziel (4), play Sharp and Hamilton (6).; Rowley and Devenieh (3), play Price and Gully (10); Hair and Dodson (8), play de Tourettes and Bunny (14). Presbyterian Church Organ Fund — The Presbyterian Church Hall was crowded last evening on the occasion of an entertainment given in aid of the Church Organ Fund. The programme comprised vocal and instrumental items and plantation chorupes by the members of Choir, under the conductorship of Mr Norman K. Williams, while "an interesting competition entitled "Questions and Answers" caused much amusement, the prize being won by Mrs A, Crawford. Songs were contributed [by Misses Stewart^ Woodward, Mrs iCooke, and Messrs j. Wilkes and Cleland; a vocal, duet by Mesdarnes Grant and Cooke; a violin solo by Miss M. Flett; and a recitation by Mr Cieland. The items were all well rendered, the audience being highly appreciative. The plantation choruses by the Choir were quite a feature of the entertainrnant, and met with due appreciation. Refreshments were provided^ and altogether a most enjoyable evening was spent by those present. I.G.O.T.— There was a full attendance at the Loyal Nelson Lodge, No. 31, last night, when Sister F. Bartlett, Chief Templar, presided. After the routine busiuess,and one member was enrolled, the item "Brothers' Night" was carried through. The Brothers not only provided an excellent and varied programme, but they handed round an abundance of refreshments. A very pleasant evening was spent, Business Announcement.— Mr H. Barryman notifies in another column that he is prepared to take orders for titning and" repairing pianos; also, he is prepared to take pupils for all brass instruments. Mr Berryman is well known as a musician, and is connectel with the Nelson Garrison Band, and orders entrusted to him can be relied on being faithfully and skilfully executed. Alleged Theft cf a Watch.—Yesterday, before Mr H. Eyre Kenny, S.M., William Aubrey Lloyd was charged with stealing on Thursday a silver watch, the property of Robert Ross Fellowes. Tne' defendant pleaded not guilty, and elected for thb Magistrate to deal with the case. The evidence showed that Fellowes, accused, and others had been drinking together, when the watch was missed. Suspicion fell on accused, and one of the party named Reuben Harris told him that he had better give back the watoh or th6re would be trouble. The accused then took the watch from behind some bricks and gave it to Harris, who, after, handed it to Sergeant Dougan.— The defence was* Fellowes owed Harris £2, and wrote out a cheque for £5. Harris gave the cheque to accused to get it cashed. He could not as the Bank was closed. When he tdd Fellowes he could not get the cheque cashed, Fellowes remarked, "if you are frightened that the cheque is no gOodj here, take my watchj" and he handed over the watch as security. Fellowes, Harris and accused all admitted they were in liquor, and had visited several hotels. Peter Grant, who told Harris he suspected . accused, stated he was sober.— The Bench said Fellowes had foolishly been going about drinking, and accused had yielded to the temptation of taking the watch. He would remand the accused until Saturday morning, and if the Probation Officer's report was favorable, he would probably grant probation. Ladies and Gentlemen, — We stock everything in good class materials, and give the best style and workmanship at moderate rates. — Harford and Daly, Trafalgar-street. The public are informed that there is plenty of Victory Butter obtainable at 1/1 pei is. Ask your grooer for this clioice brand. Encourage local industry, aud take no other. Selecting an Organ — We understand that recently a committee o£ musical gentlemen was set up to make the selection of an organ for the West Oxford Anglican Church, Canterbury, and that they imanilnously decided to recommend one made by the Carpenter Company. These organs are being sold in this city by Mr Lock, who receives them direct from the Carpenter Company, U.S.A. The makers claim that for the styles of organs there are no better instruments in the world to-day, the tone quality especially being unsurpassed. Mr Lock is also importing some really up-to-date and stylish pianos from some of the leading London and Continental makers, which he is selling at low prices and easy terms. Mr Lock has also just to hand, direct from the factories, 600 pairs of curtains, and a shipment of fcLe wonderful Atlas sewing machines. An immense stock of furniture is also on sale. Woods' Great Peppermint Cure for Coughs and Colds never fails. Is 6d and 2s 6d. The Temperature. — At| three o'clock this numing the thermometer [outside this ofLc-^ registered 38 degrees.