LOCAL & GENERAL.

Temuka Leader, Issue 2970, 12 May 1896, Page 2

LOCAL & GENERAL.

Temuka Bridge.—The Temuka traffic bridge is now closed. Parliament. —It has been decided that Parliament shall meet foi the despatch of business on June 11th. Hilton Debating Society. The inaugural meeting of the 18'J(5 session will be held in tho schoolroom this evening. Temuka Floral and Horticultural Society. The annual meeting of this society will be held in the Social Hall on Friday evening. Pleasure Garden. The well-known property " McNab's Gardens," at Lower Hutt, Wellington, comprising 34 acres, was sold by auction for £5200. Temuka Stock Sale.—The fortnightly sale of stock at Temuka takes place at the yards to-day. A number of entries appear in our advertising columns. Temuka Quoits Cluk. The annual meeting of this club will be held in Mr E. C. Dunn's Dispensary to-morrow evening at 7.30. Officers will be elected, etc. Increasing Population.— The total population of Auckland and suburbs is 58,513, an increase of 722(5 j of Dunedin and suburbs 47,3G7, an increase of 1-198. Wellington Exhibition.—Twenty-five city gentlemen have signed a gunrantee for £IOO euch for an overdraft of £2500, the money to be expended in erecting a building ior the Wellington Industrial Exhibition. ilm Patrick Buckley. The Dunedin Evening Star says :—" Wo have good renson for saying that it is highly improbable that" Mr Justice Buckley will resume his ueut on the Supreme Court Bench. It is understood that his illness is of a serious character. Christcuuuch Chrysanthemum Show. —At the Christehuroh Chrysanthemum Show the display of blooms was the finest ever held there. Mr N. L. D. Smith won the President's Cup, the Blyth Memorial Trophy, and the medal of the National Chrysanthemum Society. Friendly Society's Case. —At Masterton, Mr Hutchinson, S.M., gave judgment lor the plaintiff in the case in which C. Payne sought to recover £3!) sick pay alleged to be due from the Masterton Foresters' Lodge. Tho defence was that he was " unfinancial." An appeal is likely to be made. Quality is the only standard of value Remember this, and learn all about the "Bris.mead" Pianos, as they are come to stay. Be<;g & Co., next Theatre. Timaru, can furnish you the Beat Pianos on earth. —[Aovt.]

The Charitable Aid Question. At Dunedin ut the annual meeting- of the Charitable Aid Board the chairman, Mr Robin, strongly urged a return to relieving outdoor cases by voluntary effort. He suggested the employment of people on public railway reserves in gathering cocksfoot to be there planted. Export of Gold.—The gold entered for export during the March quarter was:— Auckland £93.731, Marlborough £l9lO, Nelson £1991, West Coast £102,G75, Otago £98,192; total £301,502. Up to March 31 the total production of New Zealand goldfields was £51,052,501. In the same quarter last year the amount was £267,585.

Fire.—The seven-roomed residence of Mr David Wilson, blacksmith, Papakura, has been burned down. The inmates escaped only in their night-dresses through the windows. The insurances were £l5O on the building and £SO on the furniture in the Standard. The origin of the fire is supposed to have been a defective chimney. Gold. —TheWaihi gold-mine (Auckland) for the four weeks ended ended May 2nd crushed 2550 tons, yielding £11,547 worth of bullion. An average of 87 head of stamps were at work during the above period. For the four weeks ended 25th April Waitekauri Extended crushed 153 tons for a return of £531 worth of bullion. This is from the Golden Cross section only, and a small ten-stamper battery. Diseased Meat.—Dr Martin reported to the Wellington City Council that some meat shown him was diseased with tubercular pleurisy, and unfit for human food. A prosecution is likely to follow.—He also reported that in a case of typhoid fever at a dairy the patient was kept in the house for nearly a fortnight, which he thought dangerous to public health, which contingency is not reached by the Dairy Regulation A.cts.

Destruction of Stray Dogs.—Mr J. Doyle, in hi 3 annual report to the Wellington City Council, suggests that, as death by drowning entails an unnecessary amount of suffering to dogs, the process known as the lethal chamber should be adopted. The co't of the structure would ba about £SO. Until he gets further information, the capture and drowning of stray dogs has been discontinued.

A Neevous Depositor.—Speaking l at Mataura last week, Mr M'Nab, M.H.R., said that a gentleman had gone in alarm to the Manager of a branch of the Bank of New Zealand with the intention of withdrawing about £7OOO of fixed deposit " because M'Nab had said that the bank was a rotten institution." The manager explained to hia client that Mr M'Nab referred to the previous, not the preaent, position of the bank.

A. & P. Exhibits. The Dunedin Agricultural and Pastoral Association Committee have decided not to agree to the proposal of the Wellington society of only allowing exhibits pronounced by veterinary surgeons to be free from hereditary disease to compete. It was pointed out that at present a veterinary surgeons was always in attendance to give information if required, and that the Wellington society's proposal would involve delay. Land Settlement. —Surveyors are now at work rc-surveying the land recently bouprht by the Government from Messrs Quinn and and Itooney. We have seen the plsn, and find that it i 3 to be cut up as follows:—there are 15" sections under 10, acres each, 5 sections under 13 acres each, 3 sections under 30 acres- each, 3 sections under 40 acres, and 1 section 58 acres. The plans are already prepared, and we expect that it will be soon offered for public competition. The sooner the better, as the settbrs to get possession of their lands as soon as possible. Playing the Ghost.—The Wellington Times gives publication to the statement that a ghost-like apparition has been terrifying people along Adelaide road at the southern end of the city and even pays a visit to houses. It is described as clothed in white from head to foot, and the maDner in which it clears fences, etc., the paper says, is as a " spring-heeled Jack." Numerous person", chiefly women, have been interviewed by its representative, having seen the figure, but the police state that they have received no reports on the matter. The apparition changes its sphere of operations, and is alleged to have been seen as far out as Karori, four miles from town.

A Long Lost MEDAL.-The Auckland Star says :—A. New Zealand service conduct metal was unearthed in the garden at the Pukekohe police station the other day, which appears to have a strange history connected with it. It being found to bear the name of Petty-officer J. Conley, Auckland Naval Volunteers, it was forwarded to the Inspector's office by Constable M'Govern, and subsequently handed over to Mr Conley, who is a waterman here. Mr Conley states that about ten years ago he handed it to a man in the Auckland domain. The man put it on his breast to see how he looked with it, and then suddenly disappeared in the crowd. How the medal camo to be found in a garden at Pukekohe Mr Conley is unable to say, Captain Russell at Nelson.—Captain Russell addressed a crowded meeting at Nelson on the sth inst, and received a most attentive hearing. His speech was similar to his preceding ones. He opposed the Government finance and Mr Seddon's statements, spoke of himself, Sir Robert Stout, and other membersof the Opposition. He made a very hard attack on Mr Seddon having joined the Anglo-German syndicate, and officers of the Mines Department taking their services and knowledge to the syndicate. He also criticised Mr McKenzie's figures as to land settlement, and eulogised the efforts of the late Sir Harry Atkinson. A hearty vote of thanks, moved by Mr 11. Cock and seconded by Mr J. Harley, w carried unanimously. Workers' Union.— k meeting of the Geraldine branch of the above was held on Saturday C7ening, when Mr J. Kalaugher presided, and there was a good attendance of members. Mr Murphy, who represented the branch as delegate at the late conference, spoke at some length on the work done, and was accorded a hearty vote of thanks for the straightforward way in which he fufiUed his duty. The following officers were then elected for the ensuing year: —President, Mr E. Murphy; vicepresidents, Messrs J. Kalaugher and A. Suofcfc; secretary, Mr J Slattery; treasurer, Mr J. Hay. Owing to a change in Mr Maslin's political views, the members did not feel justified in electing him as their president. This being all the business, the meeting terminated with a vote of thanks to the chairman. Temuka Sports' Association.—A meeting of delegates was held at the Royal Hotel on Sth May lS'.Hi. The following bodies were represented : —Temuka Caledonian Society, Mr Luxford ; Temuka Cricket Club, Mr E. Brown; Temuka Quoits Club, Mr D. McCaskill; Temuka Tennis Club, Mr E. Cutten ; Victoria Park Tennis. Mr D. Ferguson ; Temuka AthleticClub, Mr W. Radford. Mr Luxford was voted to the chair. Subscriptions from the various societies and clubs amounting to about £3B os wero promised. Moved by Mr Ferguson, seconded by Mr McCaskill, — ' That an association be formed to be called The Temuka Sports Association, whose object shall be the convrol of the Recreation ground, with the consent of the Park Board. The Association to consist of delegates fron the Temuka Park Board, Caledonian Society. Cricket Club, Athletic Club, Football Club, Quoits Club, Temuka Tennis Club, Victoria Park Tennis Club, and any other club that wishes to use the recreation ground. Any club subscribing over £5 to have two votes at any meeting of delegates." —Carried. Mr Cutten was elected hou. secretary pro tern. It was decided to hold the uext meeting on the l.»th May at half past seven at Mr Cutten's oflice, and that the various bodies bo asked to appoint their delegates for the ensuing year. The meeting terminated with tho usual vote of thanke to the chair.

Property Sale.—At Temuku. to-day Messrs D. Maclean & Co. sell a threeroomed bouse, section, and a quantity of furniture and effects. Particulars will be found in our advertising columns. Amateur Athletics —At the Napier Amateur Athletic Sports on Saturday. Holder beat the world's amateur record for 440yds Hurdles; time —eOsec. He also won the 100yds. St. Hill, a novice, won the Mile and 440/ds ulaiden. Advances to Settlers.—Mr Hamilton, District Agent of the Public Trustee, will be ia Temuka on Thursday next, and in Geraldine on Friday, to give information regarding lending money under the Advances to Settlers Act. He can be soen at the Courthouse in each place.

Geraldine Chrysanthemum Show. — We would again draw attention to the first show of chrysanthemums at Geraldine, which takes place next Thur<day in the Oddfellows' Hall. Entries and exhibits will be received up to 11 a.m. on the day of the show. It is hoped that all growers of these splendid flowers will do thoir best to make the show a success by entering in the various classes. Schedules can be obtained from Mr J. W. Pye. Football.—The annual meeting of the Juvenile Football Club wa9 held on Saturday at Mrs McCallutn's Boarding House, about thirty members being present. Mr D. McCuskill was voted to the chair. The election of officers was then proceeded with, and the following were elected: — Patron, A. E. G. Rhodes, president, Mr Flatman, M.H.R; vice-presidents, Dr. Hayes, Mr Luxford, Mr P. P. White. Mr J. M. Twomey; captain, P. Grant; vicecaptain, A. Storey; committee, R. Lloyd, J. Lavery, Captain and Vice-Captain; Secretary, A. Storey. It was decided to change the name of the club to Black Star, and to enter a team for the president's trophy. Mr F. E. Storey, was elected delegate to the South Canterbury Rugby Union. A vote of thanks to the chair terminated the meeting. A Sad Report.—We hear that a son of Mr Donnithorne, of Winchester, who was engaged in farming pursuits in the North Island, has met with a sad end. As far as our information goes, he was engaged in ploughing. His horses came in to feed but there was no appearance of the teamster. Investigation showed that the horses had been unyoked in the paddook. aad near at hand was Mr Donnithorne's coat. A search was made, but no trace was found of the missing man. After ten days his bodv was found lying in deep tussocks. Mr Donnithorne, senr., left for the North Island on Saturday evening, and doubtless full particulars will be to hand shortly. In the meantime we give our information for what it is worth, and express our sincere symp vthy with the family in what seems to be an exceptionally sad bereavement. The deceased was visiting his relatives so lately as Easter, and was then in perfect health. An Application for Relief. —In a case where a woman applied to the DuneMn Benevolent Trustees on Wednesday for outdoor relief, some rather unusual features were (says the Otago Daily Times) presented. The woman is married, and resides with her husband and family (several of whom are grown up and are earning wages) at South Dunedin. The inspector, visiting the house in the usual way, found the room into which he was conducted tolerably well furnished, a good piano occupying a prominent position in the apartment. The inspector inquired of one of the sous who was present as to whether he could play, ind the reply being in the affirmative, requested the pleasure of a little music. The boy quickly produced a violin, and, calling in his sister, they entertained their visitor (little suspecting who he was) to a conoert. Further iuquiries elicited the fact that the bjy studied the violin under one of the leading local musicians. Having questioned the applicant, the trustees decided that the case was not one to which relief should be extended.

Temuka. Firu Brigade.—A meeting of the Temuka Fire Brigade was held in the brigade's room last night. All members *were present. Captain Henry occupied the chair. Lieutenant Mca. Gentlemun presented the annual balance-sheet which showed a credit balanoe of £l3 Is lOd. The balance-sheet was adopted. The chairman referred to the recent torchlight procession and social, and intimated that the committee appointed to arrange the same would have one or two matters to adjust before the brigade's next meeting. The contributions received would not quite cover the cost of the fireworks, and there wonld be a small deficiency on thiß account. He suggested that the brigade should authorise the payment of this and relieve the committee as soon as possible. Fireman Davey moved that the secretary and treasurer bo apthorised to pay any deficiency, and took the opportunity of moving a hearty vote of thanks to the committee for their services, It was, ho believed, a generally expressed opinion that the festivities had been a great success, and he considered the committee had worked exceptionally well. He did not wish to particularise any individual member, as all had worked heartily as far as their time permitted, and to draw particular attention to the services of one or the other might damp the ardor of others, but he had pleasure in recognising the work done by Fireman Gunnion, who had devoted a great deal of attention and time to secure the success of the proceedings. Fireman Hancox had much pleasure in seconding the motion, which was carried unanimously. Lieutenant McS. Gentlemun said he had been deputed to present their late secretary, Mr James Henry, with a mark of the esteem in which he was held by the brigade. As an old member of the brigade he (the speaker) had upon occasions had civil growls with the secretary. He had done so for his good, and ho was pleased to say that his romarks had always been well repeived, and they always remained the best of friends. He wished the | task that evening had boen entrusted to a , more abb man, but he had the greatest pleasuro ia presenting their late secretary with a silver pencil-case and i pendant iDatijb. box, subscribed for by the members, as a testimony of their appreciation of his services and as a memento of his connectiou with the brigade. Ex-secretary Henry, in acknowledging the presentation, said that he should always recall with pleasure his association with the Temuka Fire Brigade. They had treated him very kindly, and'he should not need their present that evening to remind him of his old friends. He thanked them for it very heartily, and wished the brigade every success. It may be mentioned that Mr Henry, junr.. has received an appointment in the Police Force, and leaves for Auckland to-day. The interest in first-dbss English-made Pianos is growing. The Knowledge we offer wont cost you anything, but be a Power that will save you pounds. If you're interested write to Bkgg & Co., next Theatre, Tiinaru, for their book. " How Pianos are made "; sent post free.—[AnvT.]

SYNOPSIS OF ADVERTISEMENTS. Geo. Steven —Good milking cow for sale. D. Maclean ..fc Co.—Entries for Teniuka stock .sale. C.F.U. Association —Entries for Totnuka stock sale. Guinness & LeCren—Eatries Temuka stock sale. Temuka F. &. 11. Society—Annual meeting. Box 17G, P. 0., Wellington—Rewards for guess. T. Wagstaif—List and prices of books on sale. Temuka. Leader Office—Lost waterproof overcoat. Wood's Great Peppermint Cough Cure— Particulars of. Frank 11. King, Temuka.—Latest books and periodicals on sale. Musicil Service —In Temuka Presbyterian Church on Thursday evening. Geraldine Floral and Horticultural Society—Chrysanthemum Show on Thursday. Mines Department, Wellington Want instructor and lccturor to the School of Mines at tb« Thamcß.