Local & General.

Star (Christchurch), Issue 4796, 9 November 1893, Page 3

Local & General.

Diamond Harbour.— Excursions to this holiday resort are to be run to-morrow (Friday) by the s.s. John Anderson. Ministerial. — Sir Patrick Buckley, Colonial Secretary, arrived at Lyttelton today by the R.M.S.S. Ruapehu from , Wellington, and went on to Dunedin by the express. Music Hall Artists.— Tho dramatic columns of the Canterbury Times contain an entertaining article on the youthful music hall prodigies who are delighting London audiences at the present time by their artistic performances in various lines ; of the profassion. Pledges.— On Saturday next, Messrß ' Bowman and Son will hold an important ; sale of unredeemed pledges in their rooms. I Particulars appear in another column of : this evening's Star. I The Hawaiian Natives. — Much ha3 ; frequently been written of the Hawaiian Islands, but very little of its inhabitants. In _ this week's Canterbury Times the omission ib supplied by a very interest- | ing sketch of a very interesting people. New Brighton. — For to-morrow (people's day at the Agricultural and | Pastoral Show) the New Brighton Tram- ! way Company announce cheap return j fares of sixpence by the 10.10 a.m. tram. j Magisterial. — At the Christohurch i Resident Magistrate's Court thia morning, before Mr R. Webtenra, J.P., a first offender for drunkenness, who had been remanded for medical treatment, was too unwell to appear. He was further remanded till Nov. 16, Tram Table Alterations. — Attention is directed to the alterations in the timetable of the City and Suburban Tramway Company for to-morrow. The time-table proper has been suspended for the day,' and trams will leave Richmond and Edwards, Bennett and Co.'s corner at short intervals. The amended time-table appears elsewhere in this issue. The Indian Mutiny. — There has just been published by the Calcutta Department Press a volume containing all the military records of the Indian Mutiny from the first outbreak of the disaffection to the siege and storming of Delhi by the British troops. Tbe record contains many interesting and vivid pictures of incidents connected with tbe great uprising, and a few selections from it are given in this week's Canterbury Times. Millionaire Farming.— The a__ic_ltural columns of this week's Canterbury Times contain articles descriptive of the dairy and poultry farms of Senator Morton, ex- Vice-President of the United States, with details of the methods followed at each. These farms are prominent examples of the large scale on which the wealthy American doea things, and while some of the particulars are instructive, others are decidedly amusing. Druidism.— The fortnightly meeting of Anchor Lodge, CVA.O.D., was held in the Lodge-room, 'Wool-tori, on Wednesday last; A.D. Bro Bergman in the chair. An appeal was received from South Dunedin on behalf of a brother of the Royal Oak Lodge, Caversham. Permission was obtained from D. P. Bro Bottomley, and the matter was held over to quarter night. Bro Biel gave the report of the gala, which ia progressing very satisfactorily. Three prizes will be given to the three Lodges selling most tickets. The Lodge adjourned for harmony, when songs were given by Bros Spring, Round, Papp, Biel and Rennie. Cricket.— ln the, Canterbury Times this week " Scoring Board" ha3 something to say about the disadvantages of losing the tosß for choice of innings. As this is a matter , of the greatest interest to all cricketers the remarks of this competent authority on the national game should be carefully perused. Professionalism in Football. — At the September meeting of the English Rugby Union the Yorkshire County Clubs brought' forward a motion, the carrying of which meant the introduction to the game of the thin edge of professionalism. The motion was defeated, but the subject being one of deep interest to followers of the winter game, it has received a large share of attention in this week's Canterbury Times. In addition to the foregoing, " Quidnunc's" notes contain a reference to Mr Hoben's recent visit to Australia, the formation of the Australasian Rugby Union, and the influence it will have upon Colonial football. Labour Day Demonstration. — The arrangements in connection with this demonstration, which will be held ..at the Riccarton racecourse on Anniversary Day, are already in a fairly forward state. Arrangements have been made with the Railway Commissioners which will enable the Committee to issue return tickets, including admission and railway fare, for one shilling. At the usual weekly meeting, held in the Committee rooms, Inglia' Buildings, on Tuesday, letters were read from Mr A. E. G. Rhodes, M.H.R., and Messrs Collie Bros, covering donations. The Committee has been compelled to solicit donations— either in kind or cashowing tp the charge for admission not being large enough to cover the cost of prizes. The Committee after transacting routine business adjourned until Nov. 14. The Water Pantomime. — The large, audience which assembled last night at the pavilion in Gloucester street gave evidence as to the growing popularity of the highly amusing "show" provided by the Cogill Brothers and their numerous company. The first part of the entertainment went exceedingly well, and elicited loud applause and frequent encores ; but while the second part was in progress the northwesterly gale interfered very much with the performance, and caused a good many items to be struck out. The tent was badly blown about and damaged, while the dressing-rooms in the rear of the stage were rendered untenantable. Despite the storm, however, the water pantomime was performed, and its funny incidents gave rise to shrieks of laughter. With better weather this evening,' the entertaiament will doubtless be even more enjoyable. Dr Barnardo's Homes.— Several ladies, including a few of the teachers of the Sunday school of St John's, conducted a two-dayß sale of work, with entertainments in the evening, in aid of Dr Barnardo's Homes, yesterday and the previous day. The schoolroom was prettily decorated, and many attractions were presented, especially in the juvenile direction. The various stalls were richly laden, and were presided over by Miss Crompton, Misa Plaisted, Miss Foley, Miss Eagle and Miss Drapper, Madeline and Clara Drapper having charge of the children's stall. Daring the evening songs and glees were given by children in costume, and Mies Plaisted contributed songs, while Mrs Jones presided at tho piano- A shadow play by children waa received with muoh applause. Refreshments were provided, and the evening made as sociable as possible. The sale of work will be continued to-day, and the evening will be devoted to music and song. Ashburton Horticultural Society.— The annual meeting of the Ashburton Horticultural Society was held on Tuesday evening. There was a fair attendance, and the President, the Hon Major Steward, occupied the chair. The annual report and balance-sheet showed the operations of the Society for the past year on the whole to have been satisfactory. The balance-sheet showed a credit balance of £30 2s 9d. It was resolved that the Secretary be instructed to write to Mr W. Bickerstaff, a member of the Society, expressing its sincere sympathy with him in his bereavement in the loss of his wife. Major Steward declined to be re-elected as President, as he had not sufficient time to attend to the" duties of the -office, and on his suggestion Mr S. H. Graves was elected to the position. The remaining offices were filled as follow: — Patronß, Major Steward, Messrs D. Thomas, Hugo Friedlander, M. Stitt, E. G. Wright, .0. W. Purnell, C. J. Harper, J. Grigg, J. C. . Wason, G. A. M. Buckley and R. Friedlander ; Vice-President, Mr E. W. Hanmer; Treasurer, Mr W. H. Rule; Secretary, Mr J. C. Caweey ; Committee, Messrs W. Bickerstaff, W. C. Davis, R. E. Lechner, J. Tasker, E. J. Paul, R. M. Cuthbertson, R. Elston, W. W. Smith, R. M'Donald, G. P. Dodds, J. Tucker and D. Macpherßon; Auditor, Mr A. J. Muller.

A hearty vote of thanks was passed to Mr Lechner for his past services to the Society as Secretary. Cycling.— At Laucaster Park last evening, the One-mile Record of New Zealand was reduced to 2min 29|sec by K. Lewis, who was paced by A. J. Body and J. Backer. Messrs Alex. Lowry, W. J. Hayward, Walter Thompson and F. Pannell were the time-keepers. Chbistchuech Sailing Club.— Races for Club prizes will be sailed on Friday over the Heathcote and Avon course, the Rating Race starting from the Club jetty at Sumner at 3.30 p.m., and the Handicap Race at 3.35 p.m. As many of the Club boats aB possible will take part in the opening of the reason at Lyttelton, on Nov. 18, by the Canterbury Yacht Club. Presentation.- At a meeting of members and adherents of the Kimberley Presbyterian Church, whicb was- held in the school on Tuesday evening, it was intimated that the net proceeds of the late tea meeting amounted to .£ll. It was unanimously agreed to present the Rev N. M'Callum a sum sufficient to purchase new trap harness, and that the balance should be paid into the general account. The Trotting Question. -In the sporting columnß of this week'B Canterbury Times will be found a trenchantly written article on the career of a Proprietary Trotting Club. In the present position of trotting affairs, the facts disclosed are of special interest, and may strengthen the handsof those who wish to see this branch of racing placed upon a more satisfactory footing. The Garden.— The contents of the garden columns of the Canterbury Times are this week of the usual interest. Besides the guide to the season's work, there are two. special articles— one on the cultivation of chrysanthemums, by one of our mo3t experienced growers j the other on the working man's flower show at the Crystal Palace, in connection with the National Co-operative Festival, laat August. Both should be read by lovers of flowers. Rifle Match. — The following will represent the Chriatchurch Rifles in their match with the Waimate Rifles on Friday morning, leaving Cathedral square at 6.30 a.m. :— Lieutenant Sandford, Sergeants Thompson and Foßter, Corporal Meddinga, Lance-Corporals T. Murphy and Atken, Privates Wakelin, Perkins, Bentley, and Robinson ; emergencies— Corporal Murphy, Sergeant Dennis, Private Batchelor. Aquatic— The following will represent the Canterbury Rowing Club at the Akaroa and Lyttelton regattas :— Senior Pairs and Double Sculls— J. T. Daly (stroke), P. W. Hobbs (bow) j Junior Pairs and Sculls— A. Hobbs and P. B. Morris; ! Maiden Pairs —A. R. Ellis and W. Humphreys; Maiden Double Sculls— C. Bell and E. Wright; second crew fer Maiden raceß— C. Hawkes and L. Appleby. Timabu Harbour Works. — Messrs Hay and Ussher, Government engineers, were at Timaru yesterday making enquiries regarding a proposal to extend the breakwater, on which they hav_ been appointed to report to the Marine Department. They will continue their investigations today, including a personal examination of the Ninety-mile Beach, where,.it is alleged, the construction of the harbour works has caused some threatening denudation to take place. ' Cheviot.— The Wakatu, whicb will sail for Kaikoura and Wellington on Saturday, will, weather permitting, call at Cheviot. Bangiora Show.— ln the report of the Rangiora show Mr J. Horler was inadvertently credited with having taken second prize in the class for carriage entires. Mr W. Jardine took that prize with Stinmore. Lakeside School.— -In connection with this school a very successful picnic was held ori Tuesday, Nov. 7, in a paddock kindly lent by Mr H. J. Hall. There was a large attendance of children and their friends. .Mr D. Cant, Chairman of the Committee, and his fellow-members, worked indefatigably, and the , master, Mr Hicks, was untiring in his efforts to make the affair a success. Prizes to the amount of some ten pounds were distributed to the ohildren. The "Picturesque Atlas."— At the Resident Magistrate's Court at Timaru yesterday, evidence was taken for transmission to Wellington in two suits in which L. Bowerman is plaintiff, and the "Picturesque Atlas" the subject in dispute. Selwyn County Council. — The annual elections of members of the Selwyn County Council took place yesterday, the polling being at the Road Board offices of the various districts in which the seats were contested, viz., Heathcote riding, Lincoln, Courtenay, EUesmere and Malvern. The whole of the results will be to hand to-day, that of .Heathcote only being available now. In this riding, Mr A. Wiffen polled 146 votes and Mr E. Curry 21. Oberammebgau Passion Play. — The Right Rev Dr Grimes, Roman Catholic Bishop of Christchuroh, lectured upon the Oberammergau Passion Play at the Hospital last evening, The patients who were able to be present intensely appreciated the entertainment, and Dr Grimes waa thanked for his kindness. Mr Seager, by means of an oxy-ether lantern, displayed numerous views. Central Daiby Company. — This week the Little River creamery has been completed and started working, and the Kaiapoi creamery has also started work. These are valuable additions to the Company's long lifet of creameries in the outlying districts. The Lakeside creamery is in course of erection, and should be completed in a few weeks. In order to cope with the increasing business ah addition of 50ft is being made to the Central Factory at Addington, a special room being built for the delivering of butter, for the local trade, which continues to increase greatly. The supply of milk at most of the creameries is very large.') g|§J§| Chbistchuech Horticultural Society. — The monthly meeting of the Committee of the Chrißtchurch Horticultural Society was held at the Canterbury Agricultural and Pastoral Association's rooms last evening; present— Mr H. R. Webb (President) in the chair, and Messrs Anstey, Brooking, Willcox, Jones, Blyth, Clark, Allen, R. E. M. Evans, J. Guntrip and T. Gordon (Secretary). Apologies for absence were received from Dr Irving and Mr J. Donald. The Secretary reported that the following gentlemen had consented to act as judges at the Summer and Rose Show, to be held in the Art Gallery on Dec. 7 :— Pot plants— Meßßrs T. G. Abbott and W. Proctor j fruit and vegetables— Messrs J. Nancarrow and H. Crooks. The President, Dr Irving, Messrs Anstey, Blyth and the Secretary were appointed a subCommittee to meet the lady supporters of the Society, with a view of considering the best means of popularising the Society. Mrs Rides exhibited sixty-two blooms of seedling paneies, for which she was accorded a vote of thanks and a cultural commendation. After disposing of some minor matters the meeting closed. The Latest Sensation is the raid the Star riders are making on all the New Zea'and records. The mile record chopped down to 2min 29|sec on a Star by E. Lewis. See the record jiggers of the Star. Adams, Curties and Co., 70, Manchester Btreet, Christohurch. — [Advt.] A discarded lover waa charged in London with forcibly removing four rings' from the finger of a young lady to whom he was formerly engaged. The Magistrate discharged him, as the rings, being presents, should have been returned to him after the engagement was broken off, though he had no right to remove them by foxce. The Gaekwar of Baroda's rise from the ploughshare to the throne is like a romance. After the deposition of Mulhar Rao, the Indian Government decided to allow Jumnabai, the childless widow of the previous Ga'ekwar, to follow the Hindu custom in regard to the succession; and after very careful inquiries concerning the habits and surroundings of her various relatives, Jumnabai intimated her desire to adopt the son of a cultivator, who belonged to a collateral branch of the family. The choice was approved by the Government, and the youth was taken from the fields and placed under Eogliah tutor-?. He proved an apt scholar, and has since justified his selection.

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