The Temuka Leader THURSDAY, JULY 1, 1886. LOCAL AND GENERAL.

Temuka Leader, Issue 1526, 1 July 1886, Page 2

The Temuka Leader THURSDAY, JULY 1, 1886. LOCAL AND GENERAL.

Lost.—Mr J. Mulvihill, of PUaisnt Valley notifies ia another column that he has lost the deeds ot section No. 84534 and anyone returning tbe same will be well rewarded. Potjud Notiob.—Mr W. C. Andrew*, poundkeeper, Geraldine, notifies the pounding of sheep and lambs of various brands from Baukapuka Station. To be told on the sth inst, if not previously released. Tib Small Birds Numaxob. The Belwyn County Couneil have deoided to offer two prizes, of £lO aad £5 respectively, for the best and second best essay on tbe sup* prssion ef the small biids pest. Football,-—The return match between the Temuka and Titnaru Football Clubs will take place to-day in the Temuka Park. Play will start shortly after 3 o'clock, aud those chosen to play are requested to be punctual. Momthly Stock Salb at Gbbaidifb.— Messrs J. Mundell and Co, held their monthly sale of stock at Geraldine yesterday. There were a largo number of entries, and also a good attendance of buyers. The prices for fat sheep has improved, as also for fat cattle. All classes of stock of a good average quality sold well. Thb Saltation AhJ£T. —The London War Cry received by the last San Francisco mail contains an official denial to the rumor that a split has occurred in the Salration Arsay. It appears some officers of the Army were dismissed for certain irregularities, and these persons have entered upon a public and systematic denunciation of sooh of the Army's practice* as tbey disapprove of. The attack is not likely to materially lessen the influence of the organisation.

SiK Fbanoisoo Mail.—The Ma 4» via San Franosco for this distriot arrived during Tuesday night per special train. WIKOHESTKE Fair.—-Messrs J. Mundell ahd Co. announce th»t they will sell cattle, sheep, and pigs at this Fair to-dny, and Mr K. F. Gray that he is receiving entries. Not Pboyrk.—At Sydney in the cvse Las* combe Searelle v. Dr Chambers, in which plaintiff claimed £2OOO for injuries sustained by his wife, owiDg to alleged negligunce of defendant, who attended her professionally, a verdict wss returned for defendant. Shobthoen Cattlb.—Attention is directed to the sale by Messrs J. Mundell and Co., to-morrow, at the Qeraldine B»leynrds, of Mr F. W. Donkin's Shorthorn herd. The cattle are in the nvarket in consequenoe of Mr Donkin being about to leave the d strict. Fanct Dbkss Bali, at Geraldine. —Our readers are again reminded of the entertainment and fancy dress ball to be given at the Oddfellows' Hall, Geraldine, this evening, by the Amateur Dramatic Club. The most complete arrangements haw been made and the Club have done all in their power to ensure an enjoyable evening to tho9a who may favor them with their presence. Pbksokal.—We understand that Mr F. W. Donkin, of the Warren, Woo.lbury, intends leaving the colony for in the course of a week or two. He intends to leave by the Hauroto if possible. During Mr Dopkin's residence in this district he has made a large circle of friends, who will regret to learn his intention of leaving the colony. We believe, however, that Mr Donkin intends to return. We wish him a pleasant voyage. Volukteeb Hall, Gbealdine. The fine weather of the past few weeks has allowed the contractors for this ball to make good progress with the work. The roof is now on, and about two or three days will be sufficient to finish the woodwork of the building. When it has been painted it will be finished so far as the present contraot goes. It is to be hoped, however, that the Committee will see their way clear to have the new hall floored as it would then he available for many public meetings where a large hall is required.

Fibb AT Pbbl Fobbst.—A four-roomed cottage, occupied by Mr Freeman, boolmaker, of Feel Forest, was completely burnt down lost Monday night. Mr Freeman and his family had retired to rest and were uwakened about 11.45 by the Are,and they had only just time to escape, at the Ire had a complete hold of the building before it was discovered. Mr Freeman loses everything—bis stock, furniture and clothes. .The house was fully insured, and was owned by Mr Martin Watereus The origin of fcbe fire iB a mystery, m Mr Freeman put out all his fires before going to bed. Ufpbb Waitohi School.—The monthly meeting of the Upper Waitohi Flat School Committee wss held on Thursday. Present Messrs P. Coll (Chairman), B. Williams, P. Friel, J, Connall, M. Saalei, and R. Baxter. The minutes of the last meeting were read and confirmed. The Chairman read the Inspector's report, which was considered satisfactory. Proposed by Mr Williams, and seconded by Mr Seales —"Thatthe school close for one week for winter holidays," Some small aocounle were pacsed for payment, and after routine matters were dealt with the meeting terminated. Samoan Netts.—News from Samoa by the mail steamer is gratifying, showing that peace aa* been concluded between Malietou's party and the rebels, and that the German Aug which bad been the cause of so much anxiety and excitement, has been htuled down. The rebel chief signed a submission on board tbe American warship Mohioanin the prpsence of the English, German, and American Consuls. The result was brought out chiefly by the American Consul declaring a protectorate, but, peace being restored, the protectorate will be withdrawn.

Band of Hope, Gbbaldine.—The usual quarterly open meeting of this Lodge wag held on Tuesday evening in the Good Templar Hall. Mr W. 8. Maslin occupied the obair. A great many of the young members were present and also a considerable number of their friends and relatives. The young people rendered a nnmber of songs and recitations in an exoollent manner, and addresses were delivered by the Her. J. Boothroyd, the Chairman, Mr J. S. Waite (Superintendent of the Band of Hope), and others. All present seemed to enjoy themselves thoroughly. During the eveniog buns and coffee were handed round, and were highly appreciated, especially by the young folk.

FBO7E3SOB EIiISBT ON THEEbUPTIOHS.— A telegram from Melbourne to a Sydney paper says :—Professor Ellery thinks that a renewed period of volcanic activity is setting in, of which the earthquakes in Tasmania and portions of continental Australia Inst year and more recently were premonitions. He thinks it likely that the line of volcanic weakness extending from East Bunks Strait in north-east Tasmania to New Zealand is about to show a violent disturbance, which may result in earthquakes, even on the continent of Australia, though more probably they will be confined to the point where they have now appeared, which is of different geological formation to other parts of New Zealand and Australia. Pamiahbktabt Obatobt. —Mr John Kerr, M.H.K., in a recent Parliamentary debate, we leara from the Wellington Press, accused two hon. members of offering " fictitious ' opposition to the East and West Coast Railway, and had to apologise for calling Mr JTergas " a blatheriDg skite." Mr Hursthousa commented on the fact, stating that when Mr Fergus had called them (the Nelson member*) " legislative donkeys," he had not been called to order for so doing. Sir Maurice O'Rorke expla : ned that he had not heard the words or be would have called upon the hon. member for Wtikatipu to withdrnw them. In the gravest manner Mr Hursthousa (who is seldom caught napping), begged to assure the Speuker that he did not for one moment wish to accuse him of " Impartiality." The " bull " escaped the notiee •f hon. members, and they lost an opportunity which tbey seldom miss of having a good laugh at the expense of the individual who happens to be addressing the chair.

Wbbckb.—The Collector of Customs at Wanganui reports that the sohooner Pelican, a vessel of 69 tons, timber laden, was wdshed ashore on Waitotara beach. She was bottom up. All bands are supposed to have been lost. The schooner was commanded by Captain John Devitt, and was bound from Kaipara to Lyttelton with timber, the principal portion of which was consigned to Mr John Waller, of Christchurob, who is owner of the vessel. The Pelican was insured for £SOO in the New Zealand office, and Mr Waller's portion of the cargo was insured for nearly £3OO in the same office. Her crew consisted of four men besides the captain. The mate leaves a wife and family in Lyttelton. —The harbor master at Havelock reports tbat on the 2nd inst. tbe cutter Hannah, 12 tons register, bound to South Akaloa Bay, while beating in the passage between Forsyth Island, Port Lisgar, wa? struck by a sudden squall and capsized. She sank immediately. The crew took to the boat and were saved. The accident happened at 9 p.m. The Collector of Customs at Wairau. (Wellington), reports the ketoh Thames is a total wreck near Port Under wood. The crew were landed safe.

Earthquake Shocks. —Earthquake shooks were felt at Christehuicb, Waiau, Wellington an i Putea betwocn 12.30 and 130 o'clock en Tuesday morning.

A Good Stabt,—One of the intending p»s»engers for the Kimberley rush by the s.B. Triumph bought a horse from a resident in Geraldine, for which he paid with a cheque which was accepted in good faith by the person who sold the animal. Upon the cheque being presented at the bank, bowever, it w»b dishonored, and the confiding receiver it uow bemoaning his trustfulness. Tbjc Victims of the Volcano Eruptions.—Wg learn that Mr A. E. Bainbridge, the English tourist, who was killed at Wairoii, on the ni»ht of the Tnrawersi volcanic eruptions, was a schoolfellow of Mr J, T. M. Hrtyhurst, of Green Hayes. MrHayhurat received n letter to that effect yesterday. Mr the hotelkeeper, •vho ho distinguished himself, lived, in this district many years ago, and wa s for Borne time in the employment of Mr Tripp. Local Option.— On Tuesday last a poll was taken in Timaru under the Licensing Act to decide whether the number of New Zealand wine licenses should be increased. Very little icterest was taken in the matter, only 85 votes being recorded. 48 being for an increase and 37 against, The result baing in favor of the licenses being inereasod, the funaru Licensing Committee yesterday decided to grant » 'license to Jrieob Leveiu, inconsequence of whose application'the poll was hold.

Entbbtainmknt at "Winchester.—On Tuesday evening a Magic Lantern Exhibition Wti given in the Schoolroom, Winchester, in aid of the funds of St. John's Sunday School. There was a very large attendance of children and a number of parents and friends. The lantern was under the charge of Mr R. Gee, who delivered a very instructive lecture on the various views, the majority of which represented the principal objects of interest in London and the continental cities. There were alto exhibited a number of comic scenri for tha amusement of the young people, and these elioited quite a storm of applause. The final picture was one of Her Majesty tbe Queen, and the Rev. T. A. Hamilton, who was present, delivered a short resumd of her sovereignty after which a verse of the National Anthem was sung. A hearty vote of thanks was passed to Mr Gee for bis kindness in giving the use of the lantern and for the accon.panying lecture, and a similar compliment was accorded to the School Committee for having lent the schoolroom.

Tbmuka. "RiFiiE«.—There was a good muster at the usual parade of this corps last Monday evening, .39 marubars, including officers, being present. After Captain Hayhuret bad inspected the corps, Sergeant-Major Jones took command, and put tbe men through firing and Company exercise. After this was gone through an informal meeting was beld to fill a vacancy caused by the resignation of Sergeant Robert Smith. Captain Hayhurst, who holds the appointment of noc-commissioned officers in hit gift, announced that he had decided to promote Corporal G. Hobbs to the rank of Lance-Sergeant. The promotion of course left the office of Corporal vacant, and to fill this Captain Hayhurst nominated seven men, and told the corps they could select their choice out of these. A vote of the Company was then taken, with the result that Private J. Watt was elected. Captain Hayhurst then promoted the two next highest in the viz., Privates Mason and Whitehead, to the positions of LanceCorporals. After this, arrangements were made for firing for the officers' trophy. This trophy is to be given by Captain Hayhurst, and Lieuts. Findlay and White, on the following conditions : —The men are to be divided into four squads, each under a Sergeant nnd a Corporal, and each squad is to fire once a month until the 24th of May next. The equad that makes the highest aggregate score will be the winner, and the name of the Sergeant will be engraved on the trophy, while every member of the squad will receive a token of having been connected with it. The trophy is never to become the property of anyone. On last Monday the four Sergeants—namely, Sergeants Woodhead, Guy, H. E. Smith, and Hobbs—selected their men, and the firing will be commenced to-day by Sergeant Woodhead. Sergeant Guy's squad will fire next week, and bo on every Thursday to the end, when Sergeant Woodhead's squad will begin again. After these arrangemonts were made, Captain Hayhurst invited the noncommissioned officers to meet at the Wallingford Hotel. The meeting accordingly took place, when it was arranged that the non-commissioned officers should drill by themselves more frequently, so as to perfect themselves in their work. Carrying out these instructions, they met last night in the hall, and went through the usual exercises. Captain Hayhurst and Lieutenant Findlay were present, and gave them such instructions as were necessary.

How so Gbt Siox.—Expose younelf day And night, sit too muoh wituoub exoroise, work too hard without rest, doctor all the time, take all the vile nostrums and imitations advertised, and then you will want to know How to Gbt Wbll.—Which is answered in three wordi-rTake Amorioan Co'u Hop Bitters! Bead Advt.

POTfIBTY AKuSumebing.— I was dragged down with debt, poverty, and tuffering for years, caused by a sick family and largo bill* for dootoring, which did them no good. I waa completely discouraged, until one yew ago, by tho advice of my paitor, I procured Hop Bitten and commenced their use, and in one month we were all well, and none of m hat seen a liok day since; and I wan*; to lay to all poor men, you can keep your families well a year with American Oo.'s flop Bitten for less than one doctor's visit will coifc. I know it."—A Wobjcino Mak. Bead Advfc. _______ SYNOPSIS OF ADVERTISEMENTS. J. T. M. Hayhurst.—Notice ro slaughtering license. Philip Wareinp, Milford—Has mangel wurzel for sule. H.N. Dickers, Goraldiae—ls prepared to teach shorthand. W. Earl, Kakubu—Has prime Tuscan aped wheat for sale. (leruldine Poundkeeper—Notice w sheep and luuibs impounded. Temuka Boad Board—lnvite tenders for clearing the Cannl Droin. John Mulvihill, Pleaßanfc Valley Will pup reward for return of deeds of section 34,534, lost on Saturday. Clark and Co., Storekeepers, Staffordshire House, Gemldioo—Publish price list for July. It is well worth perusal. K. P. Gray—Announces that lie is receiving entries for the sale at the South Can- j terbury Yards, Wushdyke, to-day. j