OUR ILLUSTRATIONS.

New Zealand Graphic, Volume XXXIII, Issue XII, 17 September 1904, Page 23

OUR ILLUSTRATIONS.

MOUNT KOSKILL BAPTIST CHURCH. We give this week two pictures of the new Baptist Church recently erected at the corner of Mount Uoskill aud Orange Bonds. In our issue of 30th January last will be found an illustration of the laying of the foundation stones, and now we give the completed structure. Considerable interest has attached to the erection of this building, as it is in part composed of the timbers and framework of old St. Sepulchre’s Church, which stood for so many years in SymondsStreet on the site now occupied as a private residence by Mr George Winstone, juiir. This church has been erected by the Baptist. Union of New Zealand in pursuance of a forward movement resolved upon some time since, and in order to meet the requirements of Baptist families residing in the district who tin<l themselves unable by reason of distance to attend regularly the churches with which they have been long connected, and specially to meet the needs of the children of such families. It is hoped also to serve the rapidly increasing population of this particular neighbourhood. The ehure'n was opened tor public worship on Sunday, 7th August, when the Bev. Alfred North, president of the Auckland Auxiliary of the New Zealand Baptist Union, preached to a large congregation. The attendances since have been most encouraging, and would appear to fully justify the launching of this new cause. A unanimous invitation to the pastorate has been extended to, and accepted by, the Bev. E. A. Kirwood, who has just completed five years* successful ministry in Brisbane. This gentleman commenced his work at Mount Roskill on the 4th September, and was greeted by large congregations at the three services which were held on that day. On Sept. Gth a most successful welcome social was tendered by the church to Mr aud Mrs Kirwood. Addresses of welcome and greeting were delivered by the Bev. Alf. North (representing the Baptist Union), Rev. Jos. Clark (Tabernacle). Rev. Wm. Day (Congregational Church), Rev. J. M. Fraser (Presbyterian). Rev. Job Benning (Methodist), Mr T. E. Whitton (secretary to the Board of Management), and Mr W. I*. Baker (superintendent of the Sunday School). Apologies for non-attendance were read from Revs. J. B. Sneyd aud E. Warburton and Mr Chas. Carter. The Rev. E. A. Kirwood, on rising to respond, was received with the greatest enthusiasm, the crowded audience standing. He said he was very grateful to those present for their cordial welcome. He had heard on the other side of the great kindness and hospitality of New Zealanders, and his expectations, though high, had been fully realised. He was honoured at being chosen to serve as the first pastor of the new church. He and his wife would do their utmost for the welfare of the community, and gladly co-operate with all for the adv aiiceiuent of every good movement. We trust that the work commenced so auspiciously will be continue I with the best success, and we congratulate those who have had the work in hand upon the results achieved. The architect for the building was Mr A. 1.. Ferneyhough, Mr U. 11. Crocombc being the contractor. THE SPRINtt FLOWER SHOW. The spring of 1904 will be remembered in Auckland horticultural circles as having witnessed 4he finest spring show yet held under the auspices of the Auckland Horticultural Society. The Choral Hall, where the show was held, was visited by large numbers of people both on Friday and Saturday of last week, and the arrangements made by the hard-working secretary (Mr If. C. Ilaselden) and the other ntlieials gained them much kudos, and particularly from those who know how difficult it is to manage an exhibition of this nature. The. attendance was a record one, so that the funds of the society will receive a welcome addition. There were some 1000 tubes on the various tables, the principal exhibits being 300 daffodils. 130 anemones, 120 camellias, S 4 r.niuiiculi, 30 cinerarias, and a l uge number of cyclamens. The judges were; Daffodils, Rev. \\ . Beatty; other bulbs, cyclamens, and cinerarias, Messrs Bennett and McDonald; rhododendrons, camellias, pol plants and miscellaneous classes, Messrs Hay and Mclndcc. I a daffodils, Mr Übas. Heskcth again carried ell championship honours, his sue-

cessful exhibits being ‘•Empress’* and •’’Sir Watkin.” In anemones Messrs F, Long and W. Goldie were large and Successful exhibitor’s, and Mr Goldie also did well in cinerarias. Messrs McDonald aud Son and W. E. I.ippiatt showed some exquisite camellias, the champion being the firsl-uicntioncd’s "Mathotiai’,i." A feature of the exhibition was a display of cut flowers from Mr H. Brett’s place at Lake Tnkapuna. Mrs Brett had a striking table of violets, freezias a few superb double crimson anemones, white cyclamens and daisies, and blue anemones, a centrepiece containing choice “Empress" and ■’Sir Walkin’’ daffodils, and a groundwork of the delicate lycopodium. The table was tastefully' arranged by Miss Pickering and Mrs Rainger. Mr Brett’s table, composed entirely of choice cyclamens of various colours, excited general admiration. In opening the show the Mayor (Ihe Hon. E. Mitchelson) remarked that there were two very handsome tables sent by Mr Brett, which hail particularly attracted his notice, and they would do credit, to any flower show in the world. He had seen a good many shows, but in his experience he had never seen such a magnificent display of cyclamens as Mr Brett exhibited that day. The markedly high quality of the exhibit Miould afford considerable encouragement, to exhibitors who had won prizes, and should also be an encouragement to those who had not been successful, for these would be able to see there that day some of the most perfect blooms that could be produced. Tho society deserved the utmost consideration and assistance of the people of Auckland for the highly praiseworthy show which he had the pleasure of declaring open that. day. Mrs Gray Dixon, Mrs Harding Porter, und Mrs E. J. Han ey had three charming floral tables; Mrs Webster also bad an exhibit which was the centre of much admiration. The prize list was as follows : Champion large trumpeted daffodil ('■Empress”): Heskcth, ■champion medium-trumpeted daffodil (“Sir Watkin"), Hesketh; champion camellia ("Matholiana”), C. S. McDonald and Sons. Fifteen varieties of daffodils: C. Ilesketh 1, Captain Mucqueen 2. ; Camellias:—Collection of 24: C. S, McDonald and Sous, 1. IS varieties: C. S. McDonald and Son 1, W. E. Lippiatt 2. 12 varieties: W. E. Lippiatt 1. <> varieties: McDonald 1, Lippiatt 2. •Six camellias (one variety): McDonald 1, 11. C. Ilaselden 2, Champion (“Matliotiana”): C. S. McDonald and Sons. Rhododendrons.—Six varieties: McDonald 1. 11. E. Sharp 2. Three varieties: Sharp 1, McDonald 2. Miscellaneous. Twelve cut flowers; McDonald 1. W. Carrothers 2. Six cut flowers: 11. A. Marriner I, A. E. Grindrod 2. Bowl or vase: Mrs F. H. Brown 1, Mrs E. .1. Harvey 2. Anemones.—24 varieties: F. Lang (Avondale Mental Hospital) 1, W. Goldie (City Council) 2, W. Carruthers 3. Twelve varieties: F. Lang 1, W. Goldie 2, W. MeFetdridgc 3. Six varieties (amateurs): A. Tsemonger 1, Mrs Abraham 2, W. MeFetdridge 3. Ranunculi. Twelve varieties: W. Goldie 1, Parnell Orphan Home 2, F. Lang 3. Six varieties: Parnell Orphan Home 1, !’. l ang 2, S. Brigham 3. Three varieties: Purnell Orphan Home i, S. Brigham 2 cud 3. Hyacinths. - Three varieties: D. R. Macqueen 1, W’. liarrot hers 2. Cyclamens.—Six varieties: F. Lang 1, W. Carrothers 2. Four varieties: W. MeFetdridge 1. W. Carruthers 2. Two varieties: W. MeFcldridgc 1, W. Carruthers 2. 'tulips.—Three varieties: \V. McFetridge, I. Ono variety: W. Car rot hers, I; A. E. Grindrod, 2. Speciuis.—Certificates of Merit: Captain Macqueen (Mount Albert), fur novellies in narcissi and tulips; Mi F. f.ang (Avondale. M.H.), for collection of pansies, nemesia, and anemones; Mr H. Brett (Takapuna), for table of cut Howers and also for collection of 27 varieties of cyclamens. This last collection were recorded l>y the judges as being 'The largest and best collection of cyclamen ever shown in Auckland.” Special mention was also made of Mrs Webster's baskets of flowers.

Largo Trumpetted Daffodils. — Nine varieties: C. Heskcth I. Two varieties: < .Heskcth I. 'three varieties: C. A. Grindrod I, C. ’Heskcth 2. Any nuin-

Medium Trumpetted UslVoiiila,— bef of varieties: Captain Macqueen 1,0.

2. " Twelve varieties: C. Hesketh. Six varieties: U. A. Grindrod 1, <’. Hesketh 2. Three varieties: C. llesketh 1. C. A. Grindrod 2. Any number: Captain Macqiiprn 2, C. A. Grind rod 3. Ten varieties of daffodils: C. llesfceth 1, Captain Macqneen 2. Twenty varieties: C. Hrsketh 1, Captain Mac<pi<‘Pn 2, A. I£. Grindrod 3. Tazettas.—Six varieties: Grindrod 1. Three varieties: Grind rod 1. Forty varieties: Grindrod special. MR. WATKIN Al ILLS. The subject of an illustration on page 30 is Mr Watkin Mills. England’s most eminent basso, who has been meeting with the greatest of receptions throughout Australia and New Zealand. Besides giving charming recitals at all the important centres and large towns, he has sung the “Samson” and “Elijah” ■with the Melbourne Philharmonic So<iety, "Creation,” “Samson” and “Elijah” with the Sydney Philharmonic Society. The “Messiah” and “Elijah” at Brisbane. He has also appeared with great success before “packed” houses with the Wellington Musical Union in “Messiah.” and “Elijah” and recital, Christchurch Mu-deal Union in Gounod's “Faust,” and two recitals, Dunedin Choral Society in “Messiah” and “Creation’’ and recital, and in recitals in all the important New Zealand towns before large and enthusiastic audiences. Mr Mills is accompanied upon his tour by M. Eduard Parlovitz, the noted Polish pianist, who has met with the most flattering receptions, being encored upon every appearance. The coming recitals of Mr Al ills and M. Parlovitz have been looked forward to for some time. The recitals take place in II is Majesty’s Theatre on September 19, 21. 22, and 23. with an entire change of programme every evenIng, Mr Watkin Mills’ programme for his recitals will comprise the gems from his vast, repertoire, which is apparently inexhaustible, and range from the great oratorios ami operatic masterpieces of Mozart. Beethoven. Handel, Mendelssohn, Wagner, Verdi and Gounod (as an exponent of which he is acknowledged to be facile pr incops), to the charming folk songs of England, Scotland and Ireland, while the best representative specimens of modern English composers are fully represented. The splendid manliness and earnestness of purpose of this great artist is an important factor in his success, and the name of Watkin Mills will go down to posterity as one of the foremost exponents of vocal art of the twentieth century.