KIHIKIHI.

Waikato Times, Volume XV, Issue 1284, 21 September 1880, Page 3

KIHIKIHI.

Concert. ' ' i i THEenterfcainmentinaid of the building fund of new Catholic Gliureti'catneoff on Friday night in the school ■ room, and Was attended by un<fualifted isuccess. Nbver before, say any " oldest inhabitants" oven in our palmiest ' ahd mpst prosperous times, did people as ' well roll u£ and 1 money flow in ho freely a^' it. did on this odoasion. Every available apace; every nook and corner in the i room was I literally crammed' and the ' applause that ! followed from time to time greeting the entry or rewarding the ' efforts ot the vocalists showed that the audience thoroughly enjoyed themselves. To a large dumber of those present the ability of Mr. of Alexandra, as a pianist was unknown. This gentleman is a musician of no mean pretentlons, and has the power of bringing out the whole volume of sound of which the instrument i« capable And his playing is characterized by a complete absence of all tendency to thumping. The committee was ipe*. culiarly fortunatb in obtaining his services. , i The programme commenced, with a duet, " Roving minstrels, *' by Mr. "Mdt Mrs. Sims, which was rende,res in ,a grace* fulabd extremely pleasing style. Mrs. .Madigan followed wtyh a- ,eolo, that touching sentiment, "Come baok.'toErin," which was well received. This lady possesses a voice df good compass and sweet* ness, and was rapturously encored. Mr Johnson's song, '* It makes a Man look such a Fool," was a real treat ; his clear voice and admirable style ' took well. Miss K. Allen, who has deservedly acquired for herself a large mede of praise as ' an obliging and ' accomplished lady amateur, came next with that stirring and chivalrous ballad "Jessie's Dream, which was highly appreciated, and received a well-merited compliment. Mr Sims then gave a solo, "Memories of Childhood," in a very pleasing manner. Mr Patty came next with his comic song "Tim Flaherty," in character, and kept the House for some time in a perfect roar of laughter. Mrs Madigan 's song was next announced. The "Dear 1 Little Shamrock" was rendered with charming pathos and sweetness, and was one of the gems of the evening. Mr Buck worth's song "I Like Muffins" created a good deal of merriment. Miss Allens solo, "Kate O'Shane," was ad* mirable, her notes coining out clear and full. She was again rapturously encored. Mr Johnson'a song, " The Careful Man," was immensely funny. Mr and Mrs ! Sims followed with a. duet, VTheLar- [ board, Watch," and met with their wonted applause. Mr Buckworth then came with "I don't believe they do," a comic song that kept the house in a perfect tittfer. Mr Nicholsons song; "Ten Thousand Miles Away," with piano ac- j companiment, was an exquisite melody, and received well-merited encomiums. The announcement of the "National Anthem " was the signal for all to rise to their feet. This closed the first part of the evening's amusement. The room wap now cleared for ,dauc.ing. f r -The Te Awamutu Band, under Mr&lbley, being in readiness, played for some time lively j and stirring . airs, while numbers betook - 1 themselves to a tent near by where there was an abundance of sandwiches, tea, and-, buns provided. Mr and Mrs Corboy aWa hospitably entertained ' a number of the visitors. Dancing was kept up with spirit till a late, or rather an 'early hour. The Committee desire to thank, through your correspondent, all who so generously assisted them, and to those lady and gentlemen amateurs who gave their services, 1 and who came from .I 'distance at some inconvenience to themselves, they tender their most hearty thanks. To Mrs Ballin, who lent her piano for the occasion, they are also extremely grateful. The amount realised is about £16 — not bad for a small place, in a little school- room.

Accident. I regret to have to note a rather serious accident in our neighborhood on Friday evening last to a working man named Gill, in the employment of Mr Qualtrough. It appears he obtained a horse from Mr Kelly, of Rangiaohia, to ride on to Kthikihi. He was cautioned in getting on him not to use a spur, "but Gill, who, I learn, considers himself an expert in the handlingmand training of horses, despised the friendly warning, for he was no sooner mounted than he gave spurs to the animal, which instantly bucked and pitched him over its head, and then sprang forward, planting his fore-feet, which had been recently shod, pn the unfortunate man's face, crushing in his teeth and gums and nearly tearing off his nose, and otherwise fearfully lacerating both cheeks. Dr Blundell was immediately in attendance, and has done all in his power for him under the circumstances. He has recommended his instant removal to the hospital.

Meeting. A public meeting was held in the Kihikihi Hotel on Saturday night — Major Jackson presiding—to consider the necessity of requesting the Government to take such steps as may be necessary to cause the mails to be delivered here about 4 p.m. daily, instead of, as at present, two days after being posted in Auckland. The meeting was unanimous in condemning the present arrangement, and a resolution was passed requesting the Chairman to communicate at once with the Chief Postmaster on the subject.

A Sol-ution. — There are, no doubt, many persons who find themselves considerably puzzled to understand what scientific men mean when they talk about "solar phyaict.\ We believe that tlus phrase may be very easily explained. It simply refers to an artfully- prepared cooling mixture which the AstronomerRoyal, is in the habit of administering to the sun, in order to remove tho spots from his face,— JPtofr