The Evening Star. TUESDAY, OCTOBER 24, 1871.

Auckland Star, Volume II, Issue 558, 24 October 1871, Page 2

The Evening Star.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 24, 1871.

" For the cause that lacks assistance, For the wrong that needs resistance, For the futu-e in the distarce / And the good that we can do.

A rare opportunity for a most delightful trip will be afforded to-morrow by the Golden Crown. She leaves for Corouiandel at 9 in the morniDg, thence for Tararu at. 12 30, thence for Coromandel at 3, and thence for Auckland at 6 p.m. The appearanco of the sea this charming weather makes one almost sigh for the bracing breezes ; and those whose no;es are not kept to the grinding-stone by the exigencies of business, should require no asking to join in such an excursion trip.

This morning, at about half-past eight o'clock, the peaceable inhabitants of Victoriastreet were disturbed by the rattling of chariot wheels, evidently propelled at a greater rate than the law allows. On looking out an omnibus was visible, driven at a tremendous rate, and drawn by three horees. The fellow; on the box was whipping them into fury, and the vehicle, after narrowly escaping collision with several others travelling in a respectable manner, disappeared over the brow of the hill with a flourish, to show the benighted inhabitants of the Freeman's Bay district -what could be done in the way of " hair-breadth escapes." We understand, however, that the police have been informed of the whole matter, and no doubt, if the offender come under the jurisdiction of our worthy Resident Magistrate, ho will receive a lesson which will make him wish he had become engulphed in some of the holes, towards which he "Was rushing when he disappeared from our view.

In another column will be seen the announcement of the performance to-night, at Choral Kail, of the magnificent oratorio, "The Creation." It is unnecessary for us to adviso the lovers of music to attend. We have no doubt there will be a well filled house. We observe that some extraordinary agency has caused the police to turn pale —at least ns to their leg 3. What that agency can bf-, it is impossible to guess, unless ii- be the fear liiat another penny or t\ro a day may be taken off their salaries, which are already po 3matl that it would be a proper subject for microscopic and scientific research, to investigate the probability of the men being ablo to pay the extra expense thrown on them by washing the white clothing. As for the clothing itself, at one time there was a small allowance, but now the corps is provided for by the Central Government, no clothing money is given, and the policemen are compelled to pay for clothing and extra olothing, and keep themselves smart, on the small pay they receive. This is certainly not what it should be. We beg to draw attention to the announcement in another column of a very interesting class of soiree 1o be hell this evening in the Pitt-street Wesleyan Church. After tea addresses are to be ,delivered by a number of ministers, and the peculiarity which we would mark as specially deserving of commendation is the announcement of the subjects on which several speakers are to address the people. This is a custom whioh we should greatly desire to see perpetuated, as it would tend to put an end to the twaddle that too often is inflicted on people attending soirees, .'ot only is the interest of the public awakened By the intimation of the subjects to be brought, forward, but speakers will be prevented from sayiug that they " came to the meeting not expecting to be called on for a speech," or that such and such a resolution " had been just placed in their hands," and then spinning out a yarn of platitudes and commonplaces to the great weariness of tho flesh. If this sensible custom is henceforth observed, the addresses

will probably be the result of leisure and thinking, and will hare all (he value of care-, fully prepared lecture 3, with the additional merit of conciseness and point edneas. We shall be interested io hear of the effect produced bj the miniature lecture 3of to-ni^ht, and sincerely hope that that efft.-ct will be such as to work a total reform in in the system of soirees, winch, constitute the only form of mild dissipation in which churches can legitimately indulge. Aa we hi.ye said, after tea addresses will be delivered by several ministers, among whom trill be the following: Rev. J. Berry, on " Our Financial Position;" Rev. Warlow Davies, on " Is Methodism on

the Decline ;" Eev. 0. W. Rigg, on ' Joint Worship;" Eev. Dr. Wallia, on "Woman's Beauty;" Eev. J.Williams, on "Dcnominationalism." The choir will perform a select ion of music.

We are very much pleased to obserre that the members of the Hebrew faith in this city are making a move to providf= themselves with a place of worship more worthy of their ancient ritual than that which is at present

usod by them for sacred purposes. Considering the largo number of Jews resident in tho city, the wealth possessed by many of then:, and the position which they occupy in the city, it will not be creditable lo them if this movement fails of success ; and we aro confident that if a spirited effort-, is made by the Jews themselves, they will find a gonerous and practical sympathy shown by their Christian brethren. There 'is among the members of this faith in the city anab-^nro of bigolry and narrow-mindedness in reltilion. lo d'iu jninational 'distinctions that, w.--! i (i-si-r.i- jus* tilily if unUiivily feelings nero entertained by any one respecting them ; and wjule falUif u l to their own convictions, _ and exceedingly attentive (o their own foJMTis of worship, our Jewish fellow coloirisfa are distinguished W paying (lie utmost deference to the religions and distinctive views of others. Jjpi* ifi..*,^ u nd ociror! reasons, we have )io licsita'io;' in s<y- H f that a-generous., arid substttiitiil njwislunea \v\u be given by the public in general to the present movement for building a-Synagogue. '\ ■

Shareholders in the Albion Quaitz Miiimg Company entitled (o apply for the new JBsue are reminded that the l.imo for applio/ition and allotment has been extended to JVJon-day next, the 30th Octoberiiat 3 o'clock,, sifter which no applications will be received.

Quite as we anticipated, a very strong feeling pervades the good people of Parnell, m favour of the election of Mr. ti. Tonka to the vanant seat in the Provincial Counci . A long and very influential requisition lias been presented to him, and Mr. I'onks lias acceded to the invitation. It is said that no opposition will bo raised ; in fact, no opposition would be likely to receive any encouragement, and we cannot avoid congratulating the electors of Parnell on the opportunity of having us their representative one of the most practical, straightforward, and pushing of our local public mon. 'I lie nomination will take place on Monday next, and the-poll, if such is necessary, on the Friday following.

The new play of "The Lancashire Lass" Tvns was put upon the stage for the first time in New Zealand at the Academy of Music, G-ralui islown, of which Mr. B. N. Jones is at present lessee. The acting of Mr. Hopkins, Mips Colvillc, Mr. B. N. Jones, and Mrs Walter Hill was perfection. The house was literally crammed, and at tho conclusion of each act the performers were called before the curtain. The theatre-going portion of om1 community have therefore a great treat in store for them, for we have no doubt Mr. Jones will place the same piece upon the stage at the Prince of Wales Theatre,

Dr. Carr, whom some of our readers have had occasion to remember since his last visit to Wanganui, appears to have got into trouble in Wellington, in consequence of his having misbehaved himself. Ue went into a drapery shop, kept by a Mr. McLean, and asked for a, pair of gloves, which on being furnished to him, proved too small for the Dr's. hand, and in consequence some huh words ensuod, ending in tho Doctor having to appear in the Police Court, and pay a fine of £o for the privilege of " tweaking" a draper's nose. Tlie Doctor left the Court, we are informed muttering something about its biing " infamous." Ho was afterwards again brought up and bound over to keep the peace for .-ix months himself in £50, au<l t.vo sureties in £50 each. — Wangauui Chronicle.

A meeting of gentlemen interested was held at the Victoria Hotel yesterday, for the purpose of forming a company to work a lea-o applied for next to"the ' Multnm-in-Parvo claim. Captain J. MeClomens was voted to the chair. I; «a3 decided to form a company under the Gold Mining I'ompanies Limited Liability Act, to be called the No Plus Ultra Gold Mining Company (Registsred), with a capita! of £10,500, in 7000 shares of £1 10s. Bach, £1 paid up. Mr. Guo. Slater was appointed manager of the Company, and the following gentleman were elected provisional directoro:—• Messrs. Ralph Keesiug, J. McCleuiens, W. B. Cro ton, D. li. Wallace, and W. F. Clil'ion. The rules of the company having been parsed, a preliminary cull w s immediately pnid. As this places the company in a guoJ position uj regards funds, it was decided to commence work inline dately. The ground of this company occupied a splendid position, standing, as it doc.?, between the Vale of Avooa and Multum in Parro claims, and directly ou fcho run of iho new leader no* turning out so well for the latter company. The large reef of the Vale also crosses the upper portion of this ground, and the reel from which the Green Isle (lately Grand Trunk) are taking out some splendid stone runs into the lower portion of it.

Last evening a large number of persons met at the Edwanlerstruet Primitive Mutuodisi Chapel, to hear a final lecture from Captain Peek, of the Beth Shan, previous to his departure for London. The title- of the lecture could not fail to bo a v<; y attractive one being " Personal Experiences by Sea and Laud." Captain I'eeK. is so weli known in Auckland that his numerous friends iooked forward with considerable interest to his personal narrative. The lecture, as may bi; imagined, wis listened to most attentively. The interest of tho proceedings wu3 greatly enhanced by several selections of vocal and instrumental music, rendered by members of the congregation. At fche closo of the lecture a very coWial vote, of thanks was passed to Captain Peek, and the proceedings concluded with the benediction.

Applications are required from persons wishing to obtain the position of Inspector of Nuisances. The salary is £3 per week.

A concert, in aid of the funds of St. Matthew's Sunday-school, will lake place at the Ch >ral Rftll on Friday evening next.

Notice is given by the Town Clerk of the appointment of Dr. titockwell as .Medical Officer to the borough:

Tho high repiifaVion Olson's-tomato sauce has obtained as a household condiment, bin brought many interior articles into the market The public are therefore warned not to f.eiaiposed upon with rubbish, but ask for Olson's genuine tomato sauce, and see that hi- name is on the boltle. "To Mr. Hans Oleon.— Dear Sir,—By some mistake a bottle of your tomnto sauce ira; put away in my house, and remained, uncorked for upwards of twelve months. The same bottle of sauce was afterwards us^.d at my own,table, arid I found it was equally as good a3 when first made. — lv. \V. Doonin, wholesale and ivtiii grocer, 218, Queen-street, Auckland,"—[Advr.]