LOCAL AND GENERAL.

Star (Christchurch), Issue 5697, 16 October 1896, Page 3

LOCAL AND GENERAL.

- . .--.• ♦ , I. — " The Missing Child. — Nothing has yet been^ heard of the missing child,. Duckmanton, -who left his home at Russley several days ago. . . . A River Gauge. — Instructions have been given by the Works Committee of the City Council for an indicator to be placed at the "Worcester Street bridge, so as to show the rise and fall of the -water of the river. . Morris-tube Shooting. — The Rangiora Morris-tube Club continued the shooting for Mr A. Hay's trophy last night, when the highest scores made were: — G. Jordan (3), 35; E. Efford (3), 35; R. Walker (1), 34 ; H. Rule (2), 34 ; J. Eraser (3), 32. Christmas Presents. — Mr J. Forrester, butcher, Colombo Road, Sydenham, advertises in another column that he will receive orders for sending frozen mutton or lamb to friends in the Old Country, until Oct. 27. New Zealanders should take this opportunity of demonstrating to their friends at Home the splendid quality of the colonial meat. Union Rowing Club. — A meeting of the General Committee of this club was held at tho Clarendon Hotel last evening ; present — Messrs F. E. Hyman (in the chair), A. E. Craddock, D. Lee, F. D. Kesteven, G. H. Mason, W. G. Atack, F. A. Moore, J. B. Norris, G. H. Cooper and G. Cropp (hon secretary). A large' amount of correspondence was received and dealt with. The delegates for opening day reported that arrangements had been made to open the season on Oct. 31, when the club expects to have its npw flotilla and , shed ready for use. The were elected -members.. of- the cltib i-^-Messrs R. ... Cqwjui,r X- J^E:.---:^W^}Qreen, R-. Campbell anoT J. Thompiins. After the disposal of other routine business the meeting terminated. Bubwood School Committee. — The monthly meeting was held on Tuesday. Correspondence was received from the Board of Education relative to a new house for the master, and forwarding .the inspector's report on the examinations, which was of a highly satisfactory character. A unanimous vote of thanks was passed to the staff for the excellent work done during the past year^ under adverse circumstances. The master's 'report showed average attendance for the month 97, and number on roll 119. The Chairman reported having sent out notices to parents of children not attending' any school. An offer from the Foley and Hoult Company to give an entertainment' in aid' of the prize fund, in the Burwood Hall, at an early date, was accepted with thanks. Accounts amounting to £3 Is 6d were passed for payment. Burial Fees. — At the sitting of the Synod last night, during a discussion on the abolition of the fee which the clergy usually receive for reading the Burial Service, Archdeacon Lingard stated that if the clergyman did not get the fee he was entitled to the undertaker did. Mr R. Hill Fisher supported Archdeacon Lingard's statement. Benefit Performance.— The Lyttelton Musical Society repeated the opera Pirates of Penzance at the Oddfellows' Hall, Lyttelton, on Wednesday night. The pro- # ceeds were devoted to the relief of the widow and orphans of the late Samuel Thompson, who have recently been left unprovided for. There was a good house, and the performance went very well. Christ's College Rifles. — The annual muster parade of the Christ's College Rifles was heid last night. .Fifty members out of a roll strength of fifty-two were present under Captain Day and Lieutenants Smith and Merton. The company was inspected by Lieutenant-Colonel Gordon, who also examined the arms and other Government property in its possession. « St James's Church, Cust.— The annual gathering in connection with this church took place on Monday. During the .afternoon, Mr A. P. Tutton conducted a sale of produce, which realised satisfactory prices. This was followed by a tea-meeting, at which there was a good attendance. The Institute Hall in the evening was well filled on the occasion of the entertainment, for which it was understood that a capital programme had been prepared. Unfortunately a number of those who were expected to take part did not put in an appearance, but, under the circumstances, a good programme was contributed by local talent. The financial results of the day's proceedings amounted to about .£4O. Liberty League. — A well attended meeting of the Women's Branch of the Liberty League took place at the Art Gallery last night, every seat being filled. A vice-president and secretary were elected for the. district of Papanui. Arrangements for inaugurating the Lyttelton Branch were completed. The Secretary read a ]Japer on the principles of the League and the be3t way to attain them. Mrs Gunner gave an address, urging the League to earnestness of work and moderation in expression of feeling. A large number of women were placed on the electoral roll, and on the roll of the Liberty League. A very satisfactory collection was made in aid of expenses incurred by this branch of the League. Mounted Rifles. — The Canterbury Mounted Rifles continued their training yesterday, when the troop paraded at 5.30 a.m., and was, marched to Hagley Park,, under the command of Captain R. Snow. The men were instructed in outpost duty, in preparation for the inspection this morning by Major Slater. Lieutenant |* Bailey is the officer of the day, ■t.Jergeant Crosby orderly-sergeant and B^ Lance-Corporal E. M'Carthy corporal of the guard. To-morrow afternoon a programme of sports will be gone through on the Agricultural Showgroiuid. Admission will be free ; and the events will include tent-pegging, a Lloyd-Lindsay competition, tilting at the rtng, an alarm and other items. Prizes will also be given for the best troop horse and the best turn-out (horse and man). A Beautiful Face.— rTeeth to masticate and wear well, look natural and remain comfortable. 'These are the teeth you are looking for. 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Lawn Tennis.— The Rangiora Lawn Tennis Club opened their season yesterday afternoon, when a large number of members were present. Afternoon tea was provided by Mesdames Good and Volckman. St Mary's Catholic Club. — At the weekly meeting of this club the subject "Is Novel Reading Beneficial or Not?" was debated, and after many members had spoken, the vote of the meeting -was in the negative. Good Templary.— The weekly session of the Reviving Stream Lodge, No. 75, Addington, was held on Monday evening, Bro Bell, C.T., presiding. One candidate wns initiated. Correspondence was read relative to the District Lodge meeting. Parlour ganies were then. indulged in and the Lodge was closed. Mubical Examinations. — Among the names of those published as having passed the Trinity College, London, musical examinations, held in Duuedin in June last, appears that of Miss Ethel wyn Cullen, daughter and pupil of Mr William Cullen, of this city. In the Junior Pass Section this young student has scored 16 per cent, and in the Junior Honours Section 8 per cent more than the required number of pass marks. Rangiora Friendly Societies Excursion.—The Managing Committee of this excursion met last night. Th 3 offer of the brass band to play was accented. It was decided to apply for permission to use the Lyttelton Domain. Correspondence was read to the effect that steam-launches would be available to convey excursionists to the bays in the harbour. Owing to a difficulty in regard to obtaining the services of the ministers in consequenceof theirengagements for the church parade on Sunday, Oct. 25, it was decided to postpone: the. parade indefinitely. . Reference was made in terms of regret to the bereavement that had befallen Mr G. W. Lv.xton, chairman of the committee, by the death of his wife, and it was decided to send him a letter of condolence. • ; ■ The Musin Season. — Mr J. Gibbs, business manager of the Ovide Musin Concert Company, is now in Christchurch, making arrangements for the session of three nights, which is to open at the Theatre Royal on Friday, Oct. 23. In addition to M. and Madame Musin and Mr Eduard Scharf, who acquired much popularity . among the music-loving public of Christchurch four years ago, the company includes Miss Constance Hatherley, a lady whose performances on the harp have been very highly spoken of. The company opened to exceedingly good business at the Wellington Opera House on Wednesday night. : 7 " Pioneering Among Cannibals." — A lecture oh this subject was given last evening in the Methodist Church, Papanui, by Mr A. J. Andrews, of New Guinea. There was a large and attentive audience. The lecture was very interesting, dealing with the natives, their customs and habitations, and the work and difficulties of the Methodist missionaries in New Guinea and the surrounding islands. The lecture was illustrated by a" large number of lantern slides, and hymns were sung in the native dialects by the lecturer, who was accorded a hearty vote of thanks. Mr Andrews will deliver his lecture at the East Belt Wesley Church this evening. The Wellington Exhibition. — A meeting of the Canterbury Executive Committee in connection with the Wellington Exhibition was held last night, at the rooms of the Industrial Association ; present — Messrs R. Ck Bishop- (president)]-W. W. t.Qhtofeeiß, and T> NirHgrsleyM The ?.resU. r'dent^ntrbduce^. Mr F; Notley Tfcieadqvm;, who offered to do all in his power toassist in arranging and decorating the Canterbury Industrial Association's court. The offer was accepted with thanks. The arrangements in connection with the court were left in the hands of the President and Mr Charters. It is intended to decorate the walls of the space devoted for the purpose with large photographs of public buildings, natural features and representative industries of Canterbury, to have the Canterbury papers on file, to provide conveniences for writing and other accessories, with the view of making the court an advertisement for this part of the cqlony, and a rendezvous for. Canterbury visitors to the Exhibition.