The Tumeka Leader TUESDAY, DECEMBER 10, 1889. LOCAL AND GENERAL.

Temuka Leader, Issue 1980, 10 December 1889, Page 2

The Tumeka Leader TUESDAY, DECEMBER 10, 1889. LOCAL AND GENERAL.

Combining.—At a meeting at Christchurch on Friday night attended by about 50 men, it was decided to form an unskilled laborers’ union. Gkbaldinb Rifles.—After the parade on Thursday evening a general meeting will be held for the purpose of electing a lieutenant. The matter being very important a large attendance is requested. Temuka, Licensing Bench.—The quarterly meeting of the Temuka Licensing Bench, which should have taken place yesterday, lapsed, only the chairman and clerk attending. It was agreed to adjourn the sitting until Tuesday, the 17th.

Too Muon. —The railway statiomnaster at Ngaruawahia, Auckland, Mr Pringle, has been committed to the Lunatic Asylam. He is sane on all points except railway management, and it is asserted that his mind has been unhinged by his endeavors to understand the regulations. Lime Light Views. —Mr Robson gave an entertainment, consisting of an exhibition of lime-light views at the Oddfellows’ Hall Geraldine, on Friday evening last, to a small audience. The pictures exhibited, besides being thoroughly good, were also very instructive.

Thb Footpaths.—Mr Moynihan, the asphalt contractor at Temuka, was yesterday engaged in breaking up certain portions of the footpath to remove roots, which were commencing to cause an upheaval of the asphalt. In some instances quite a rapid growth was visible in the roots, especially in the cases of poplars. A Sbbious Cask. — A lad named John Lindon, who was struck on the head by Obed flosgood, doorkeeper at the Salvation Army at Bangiora, on November 24th, is in a serious condition, it is supposed from the result of the blow. Last Tuesday he and Hosgood brought cross actions against one another for assault, and both were dismissed as the affair did not seem serious. On Sunday Lindon was reported to be a little better. Fatal Accident. —About half-past ten on Saturday morning Samuel Buckett, bricklayer of Op&wa, was drowned near Taylor’s Mistaks. He was stooping down gathering mussels off the reeks when a wave rolled and washed him into deep waiter. A man named Hurrell was with him, and attempted to save him but failed. The sea was too rough to allow of the body being recovered. Bucket leaves a wife and three children.

Volunteer Sports at Winchester,— On Monday next a special train wil 1 run from Timaru to Winchester «nd back for the convenience of those wishing to be present at the Volun leer Sports there. The train will leave Temuka at 10.4 a.m., and leave Winchester on the return journey at 6 p.m.—Saturday return tickets will be issued from any station to any station on the same day. Sale of Runs.— Mr J. B, Baker, Commissioner of Crown Lands, offered for sale in Timaru on Friday the leases for 21 years of three runs in the Mackenzie Country, which were passed in at the previous sale of runs. The Ben Ohau Station, 54.400 acres, upset rent, £425, and (xlentanner Station, 58,000 acres (32,000 barren), upset rent £225, were sold at the upsets to the present occupiers. Rboboro Downs Station, 64,600 acres, rent £375, was passed in. Disgraceful Conduct. Two young men, named Michael Thomas Coogan and George Hill, have been charged at Wellington with disseminating indecent literature. Coogan admitted the offence and will be dealt with on Tuesday. The police expect to make further arrests in connection with the matter. It is alleged also that it has been part of the offenders’ game to hand copies to young girla, and it was through one of these copies being intercepted by a school teacher that the revolting practice was made known.

PIAIN SmiiNG.—At a meeting of the city licensing committee at Wellinglton on Friday, the chairman said, in referring to oases where brewers put servants in charge of hotels, that hs would like to see an amendment of the Act in the direction of requiring every person who is interested in an hotel to put his name up in conjunction with the licensee. One of the licenses that came before the comm ttee for transfer was branded with a “ black mark ” in the shape of a record of a convicton for Sunday trading. “ I don’t think we can attach much importance to that,” said the chairman, “ when it is perfectly well known that every publiohouse in town does as much trade on Sunday as on any other day.”

Manifesto bv Tawaiao.—A Native meeting of the tribe adhering to Tawhiao has been held at Maungakawa, near Cambridge, and separated on Wednesday. Tawhiao issued 9 manifesto to the tribes, urging them to be united. He concluded as follows“ Let a Maori Parliament be established. The crop to be sown therein is to abolish the Native members in the European Parliament, Native assessors, surveys, Native Land Courts, sale of land, of leases, schools, goldmining on Native land, roads, and oease to obey European summonses between Maoris only, get a Maori tribunol to decide these; cease to acknowledge the authority of the inferior Europeans; drop the pakeha religion; uphold Hauhauism." Geraldine Floral and Horticultural Sooibtt.—A largely attended meeting of the committee of this society was held on Friday evening last, Mr J, Williams in the chair. Correspondence was read from several persons, stating their willingness to act as judges at the forthcoming show. Amongst other mst-uotions given to the .secretary, be was authorised to write to the bandmaster of the Geraldine Volunteer Brass Band, enquiring their terras for playing from 3 to 5 p.m. outside the Volunteer Hall, and from 7 to 9 p.m. inside the building on the day of the show, the band to consist of nat less than eight performers. The date of the entries for the cottage garden speml prizes was fixed. Mr White consented to see to all arrangements connected with the staging for the plants, ete,, also that the hack horse shoes in Claes C, Miscellaneous, should be i x i incH, and to be left in the rough. It whs decided to request Dr Pish, President of the Society, to formally open the show at 2.30 p.m. It was also resolved that in special prize list, No. 4, for best collection of verbenas, there should be one of each. After soma further routine business the 'jpeelipg adjourned till the 27th inst, During the evening Mr J, Pye exhibited some splendid specimens of the Sir Joseph Paxton strawberry. Mr G. H. Patricklalso showed asplended bouquet of cut flowers, including a beaut ful cactcus and some Canterbury bells. So far the season has been an exceptionally favorable one for fruit and flowers, and should the weather continu* good tjhis year’s show should be an exceptionally fi»e one'; ”

Wool Sales.—The first; wool sales of the season take p’aoo in Timaru to-day. Temuka Caledonian society,—Entries for the annual sports meeting on BoxingDay close on Saturday next, and, as the prize list amounts to £l5O, they should be numerous, Arrangements for the concert are now almost completed, and everyth! g at present points to a great success. The society are sparing no expense in their efforts to secure the best available talent for the concert,

Subsume Ooubt, Tikabu.—The following oases will be dealt with by His Honor Mr Justice Dennistoun at the criminal sessions commencing in Timaru to-day : —f. Birrel comes comes up for sentence on his conviction of embezzlement, confirmed by the Court of Appeal (Friedlander’s £BBS case), and for trial on two charges, in respect of which the Grand Jury found true bills at last esesion ; J. Tozar, two charges of stealing wool and sheepskins; —Bussell, horsestealing and larceny; T. Chute, sending threatening letters; W. G. Tomlin, perjury ;W. J. Clave, criminal assault; B. Pickett, dual voting at the Camara election, in contravention of the Corrupt Practices Act. A Piokpooket Caught.—One of the pocketpicking class was taken red-handed on Friday in Princes street Dunedin. A lady was standing looking into Mr Hyams’ shop, when she thought she felt someone touch her, and looking round saw a respectably dressed woman who had just passed going along the street. The lady thinking something might be amiss felt for her purse, and found that it had been abstracted from her pocket. She immediately gave ohase to the “ suspect,” and meeting with a constable informed him of her loss and of her suspicion. The constable arrested the woman, and on being searched the purse, containing some 10s fid, was found upon her and identified by its owner. At the Police Court the prisoner, who gave the name of Annie Qunney, was sentenced to a month’s imprisonment.

Accident, —We regret to record an accident to Mrs C. Bisset, of Orari. From particulars to hand it appears that in company with Mr Bisset and a daughter she was driving from Timaru on Saturday last by way of Seadown. When near Mr Campbell's farm, from some unexplained cause, the horse made a sudden spring, breaking tbs harness and throwing Mrs Bisset out of the buggy. It is surmised that the wheel must have passed over her, but the information on this point is indefinite. Mr Bisset was able to repair damages, aad drove his wife to Temuka, where she received surgical attendance from Dr J. S. Hayes. She is badly bruised, and suffered some painful internal injury, which will probably necessitate confinement to her room for some time.

St. Mart's Roman Catholic Church, Pleasant Point. The Rev. Father Fouvel has again been displaying his energy, which has had the effect of considerably enhancing the appearance of St, Mary’s Church. Among the latest improvements may be mentioned the increasing of the sitting accommodation, the supplementing of the furniture of the church by a beautiful picture, and the erecting of a gallary for the choir. The picture referred to is a copy of a famous painting in a church of pilgrimage in the Eternal City, and is certainly not the least ornament in the church. It is handsomely framed, and, combined with the ornamentation which surrounds it, presents an imposing spectacle. The gallery is in every respect a first’dass

one, and without doubt excels the one in St. Joseph’s Church. It is 30ft. x 10ft., and is supported by powerful pillars. The balustrade Is of a unique pattern, and the staircase leading to the gallery is also in accord with the neat appearance of the remainder of the work. Its seating capacity is estimated at 100. On the whole thegallory, which is nicely varnished, adds greatly to the finish of the church. Another useful ornament which has been recently presented to the church is an organ—the gift of Mr James Sullivan. The choir tuck possession of the gallery on Sunday last, and, the day being a festival in honor of the Patroness of the Church, the service! were of a special nature. High Maas was celebrated by the Rev. Father Fauvel, and the congregation

w«a very Urge. The choir rendered the fallowing selections: Hymn before Mesa, “Laudata Mariam;” “Kyre,” “Gloria," and “Agnus Dei,” from Esl’s Mass; “Credo" and “ Sanctua,” from Winter’s Mass, The “Alma Redemptoris” was excellently sung by Misses D. and M. Hoare, the choir joining in the chorus. The solos during Mass were taken by Misses D. and M. Hoare, B, Goughian, and O’Driscoll. Mies L. Hoare presided at the organ. The /musical portion of the Mass was exceedingly well rendered by the choir,

especially the solos, and the vocalists were greatly aided by the excellent playing of Miss Hoare. The Sisters of St. Joseph may well feel proud of their children’s choir, which is a credit to them. Concert at Waitohi Fiat,—On Friday evening a concert and dance was held in the Waitohi Flat schoolroom, the object being to augment the prize fund. Mr John Talbot was voted to the chair, and in the course of a few remarks appropriate to the occasion explained that through sickness at Pleasant Point several performers expected from there were unable to attend, and also that several ladies from Temuka were also unable to be present. The burden of the entertainment would therefore fall upon two or three. They, however, were prepared to supplement the arranged programme to the utmost of, thejr power. The entertainment commenced with a piano selection by Mr Heap, which, though brief, was enjoyable. Mr Gaze elicited smiles by a humorous reading from Max Adelar, after which Miss Connolly sang “Killarney,” and received a very hearty encore. Mr Higgins w«s quite at home in his comic songs “ I did it ” and “ Kissing,” each receiving an undeniable encore. J(.d each part of the programme he contributed a most artistic step dance. Mr George Barrett sang a very pretty waltz song and a comic item, “ Still alive and kicking oh.’’ Both were encored. At the close of the entertainment he sang “ America’s Emblem,” the chorus of which was sustained by the other performers. Miss Connolly’s songs, “Dublin Bay ” and “ Jessie’s Dream,” found much favor, the audience demanding an encore to each, which was not responded to. Mr Gaze contributed two other readings, “Courting under Difficulties,” a brief story of a bachelor’s troubles, that highly amused young and old, and Max Adeler’s “ Insurance Agent,” The chairman, at the close of the entertainment, said that in spite of their chapter of accidents they had enjoyed a very pleasant evening. All the performers had done excellently, and he should call upon the chairman of the committee to move a very hearty vote

of thanks to them. Mr Fraser, in moving ihe vote, reiterated the chairman's complimentary remarks, and made especial mention of Miss Connolly, with whose singing they were not only delighted, but whose kindness in coming under adverse circumstances was much appreciated. Mr Gaze, on behalf of Miss Connolly and the remaining performers, returned thanks for their cordial reception, and at the same time thanked the audience for thoir good humored submission to a curtailed programme. He also desired to convey Ids thanks to Miss Smith, who, without previous notice, had kindly accompanied the singers. At the close of the entertainment dancing was indulged in, and kept up with animation until the small hours, Messrs Heap, Higgins, and Hullen supplying the music. The visitors were hospitably entertained in the library by the committee. Tho net proceeds of the entertainment were about £6. The verdict of all who have used the “ Jumbo " brand Baking Powder, is thot it makes light, nutritious, an 1 digestive bread cakes, pastry, etc. As the ingredients are of the finest qualit'es, and no injurious elements being used in the preparation, bread, etc., made with this powder will keep fresh and moist longer than with any other powder. Ask for Anderson’s 11 Jumbo ” brand Baking owder.—[A dvi. 11. SYNOPSIS OF ADVERTISEMENTS. Jas. Wright, Rmgitira Talley—-Wants a ploughman. B. H. Pearpoint, Geraldine—Offers reward for return of lost whip. W. G. Rutland, Undertaker, Temnba— Funeral notice re late Mrs E. Mason. Geraldine Rifles—Meeting after parade on Thursday evening, to elect a lieutenant. Thoa, Palmer, Temuka—Notifies that he intends to apply for a slaughtering license. Temuka Caledonian Society—Nominations for sports on Boxing Day close on Saturday next.

J. Dyke Aoland—Shearing will commence at Mount Feel on 19th December; all bands engaged. J. Mundeli and Co.—Sell valuable town sections and buildings in Geraldine on Wednesday, Deo. 18.

N.Z. Railways—Notice re special train to Winchester on Monday next, and re fares from any station to any station on same day. Home Rale Reception Committee—lmportant meeting m the Star Hotel, Temuka, on Friday evening, to reoeiye subscription lists and tickets.

Gray and Montgomery Sell Temuka Caledonian Society's sports privileges, and furniture and potatoes at Temuka on Saturday next at 4 o’clock. Programme—Of Grand Concert at Temuka on Thursday evening next, under the direction of Mr Sidney Wolf, assisted by his Pupils in aid of funds of Temuka District High School.

Sidney Wolf—Will visit Temuka once a week, commencing January 15, when he will take pupils for pianoforte, singing, organ, etc.; terms and other particulars in advertisement.

T. A. Williams— last week of monster cheap sale at Temuka Drapery Emporium and Fancy Repository, as he is leaving Temuka immediately; goods cheaper than ever.

Geo. Smith, Nurseryman and Seedsman, Main North Road, Temuka—Has strawberries for sals, and all kinks of fruit in season; bouquets to order; cabbage and cauliflower plants for sale. John Sim, Watch and Olockmaker, Temuka—Draws attention to bis large and well selected stock of watches, clocks, jewellery, and electroplated goods; has an excellent assortment of su'table goods for Christmas and New Year presents; gives quotations. T. Barr, Baker and Confectioner, Temuka —Wishes the inhabitants of Temuka and district a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year, and reminds them that he has a large, new, and well-selected stock of toys and fancy goods of all descriptions, all at the cheapest rates; has receiyed a large consignment af cboioe;confe»tionery, and made arrangements for the supply of all kinds of fruit in season ; special advantages to schools, picnic parties, and others.