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Auckland Star, Volume XXXIV, Issue 69, 21 March 1903, Page 4

The following i* Captain Edwin's weather forecast for 24 hours from 5) a.m. this day:—"Moderate southerly winds; glass rise; poor tides: very cold night." Dr Mason, chief health officer, went by train this morning m order (o visit the Cambridge Sanatorium. Re will probably return to town on Monday. The feeling in favour of establishing a greater Auckland to include adjacent boroughs is evidently growing steadily. When a large deputation of ratepayers of Grey Lynn waited upon Mr J. W. -Slmckeiford last night to ask him to stand tor Mayor, he consented conditionally upon the deputation, in the event of" his election, agreeing to aiisist in bringing the borough into the City of Auckland. Various members of the deputation expressed themselves as strongly in favour of joining the city. Mr Shackelford, having just returned from the South, is strongly impressed with the advisability of abolishing smaller local bodies and forming one big corporation.

The Hon. Thos. Thompson has received telegrams of hearty congratulation upon his appointment to the Legislative Council from Ministers, members of both Houses, and many private friends in all parts of the colony.

The Thames "Star" says that a remarkably cool burglary was perpetrated at Woodlands last week. The thieves entered the stationmaster's residence and removed the keys from his trousers pocket in the bedroom. They then proceeded to the station, opened the safe, and got away with £14. They threw the keys into the stream, where they wer* found by a boy who was fishing.

The Premier makes the following notification in this week's "Gazette": —

"Notice is hereby given to importers of wines and to New Zealand viticulturists and wine manufacturers, that it is the intention of the New Zealand Government to introduce during next session of Parliament a bill prohibiting the sale of adulterated wines, whether imported or manufactured in New Zealand. The proposed measure will be to son>e extent similar to the law on the suoject of wine adulteration now in existence in Australia."

The meeting of representatives of local bodies yesterday afternoon passed resolutions "in favour of erecting a building for the treatment of minor infectious diseases on the present hospital ground, and also affirming that there was no need to erect wards for the accommodation of plague, smallpox, and leprosy. The Chief Health Officer, Dr. Mason, plainly told the representatives that he would do all in his power to prevent the erection of a hospital for infectious diseases at the hospital grounds, because it would in hiis opinion be a grave mistake. He submitted modified plans for the hospital at Point Chevalier at an estimated cost of £0700 instead of £8500. Of this amount one-half will be contributed by the Government. In the report of'the meeting the representative of Pakuranga is credited with the statement that "the Board signed the agreement to the erection of a hospital at Point Chevalier, under protest, whereas it was the gentleman representing Humia that made the assertion.

The New Zealand Loan and Mercantile Agency Company held a sale by auction at their offices yesterday afternoon, when the Pukearinga block of limestone country, in the parish of Wairau. Maungaturoto, wad submitted. There were 13 lots, of which nine, were sold, and three passed, a total of £6650 being realised. The following were the buyers:—Lot 1. 2-77 acres, at £4 an aero. Mr R. P. Cullen: lot 2. 177 acres, at £4 2/0, Mr A. J. McKay; lot 3, 298 acres, at £4 12/(5, Mr A. Kinlinson; lot

4. 228 acres, at £2, Mr G. M. Curtis; lot "i, 210 acres, at £3. Mr E. C. Mason; lot 7. IDS acres, at £2 15/. Mr H. J. Cullen; lot 8, 297 acres, at £2 17/0, Mr F. S. ( ullen: lot 10. 2TO acres, at £2, Mr Charles Stewart; lot, 13, 208 acres, at £2 10/. Mr L. Jndd. Mr 11. 0. Nolan conducted the auction.

A protest was entered against the winner of the 440 yards handicap at the butchers' picnic, held at Motutapu. The protest came heforp the Master Butchers' Association, wlvo decided in favour of the winner. A..(ones. Three members of the Grammar School Board of Governors are elected by the members of Parliament for the Auckland provincial district, and reiire in rotation. This year it is Professor Brown's turn to retire, and he was yesterday nominated for the vacancy by the Mayor of Auckland (Mr. A. Kidd). It is not likely that there will fee any other, candidate nominated.

The annual pieni* of the Auckland Working Men's Club took place at Motutapu to-day, and. despite threatening weather in the morning, promised to be n big success. a> Ihe Osprey, which loft the Queen-street Wharf for tbe island at i1.r.0. parried a complement of quite 400 picasure-seekws. Another steamer left a I 1.30 o'clock for Mo+utapu.

It scorns probable that the. personnel of the incoming Clrey Lynn Council will be co.'S/.idera'oly Altered, as a Timnbor of the present members are not seeking ree.lcfiion. Mr John Currie. who for many years was town clerk of Grey Lynn, lias agreed to bf a candidate for tbe Sussex Ward, and Messrs W. Smith and Thomas are also tbe new candidates to represent Ihe Surrey Ward.

A boy about, eighl yrrars of age, son of Mr K. Cashmore, met with an aceideirt last evening. He was plttying near a timber *tnek at Messrs Cashraore Bro.'s mill, when it fe.Tl upon him. At first it was thought the boy was seriously injured, but a careful examination by Dr Bedford showed that no bones were spoken, and the boy is progressing fnvonrablv to-day.

A large ami influential de.putalion of ratepayers of the Surrey. Sussex and Richmond Wards, waited npon Mr J. W. Shack elf ord nt his residence last evening to indue? him to allow himself to be nominated as Mayor of Grey Lynn. Mr W. Smith introduced the deputation, and m doing so spoke of the necessity of a gpntleman with previous experience like Mr ShackHford. being at the head of the Council at the present juncture. Messrs Thomas, Ferguson, Bailden. Pryor and others, strongly urged Mr Shackolford to stand for the position, referring to the pxceflp.nt manner in which he fulfilled the duties appertainin? to that office a few year* ago. Mr Shackplford, in reply, said he had already been waited upon by one deputation, but on that occasion said he could not see his -way clear to accept the position, but after hf»arirvjr the great number of reasons brought forward by the present deputation as to why he should stand he would consent to be nominated.

Mr A. L. Ferrieyhough, architect of H.H. Theatre, has received the following tenders for a residence in Crum-mer-road:—W. S. Smith (accepted) £340, W. J. Hood £374, J. Rowe £395, D. J. Jsnk £410, IT. llathbone £420, Hendry and Orchard £424. Harding and Co. £427, W. Maddaford £430. J. and T. Brown £446 14/,. ft. Wriyley £449, W. E. Johns £ 463 ; Collins and Fenwkk £4h r9 17/.

Tenders for a resident;© at Ponsonby have been remved by Mr Ferrieyhough, architpct of H.M. Theatre, as follows: — H. Rathbone £916. G. G. Pollard £940, H. C. Small £907. Fortzer and Trevarthen £ 1025. Hendry and Orchard £ 1081, R. R. "Ross £1075. W. E. Johns £1125.

Bench and counsel (according to the Otago '"Daily Times") engaged in the fishing case at Milton recently, called a halt in the proceedings to exchange confidences as to the relative meaning of certain "slang" phrases \ised by a witness. Asked to explain what "chuffing" meant, the witness said, "Slinging off, or throwing off," and counsel for the defendant interjected. "Barracking, of course." "Throwing off and barracking—[ think it is a ease for the Century Dictionary," said His Worship, smilingly. "Oh." confidently said the Dunedin luminary, "barracking means backing up, and thrown oft" means against." and with the satisfaction of further knowledge acquired the Court pursued the even tenor of its way. The Ponsonby Garrison Artillery hold their inspection at the Drill Hall on Monday instead of at the forts. The Northern Roller Milling Compajiy to-day reduced the price of flour 10/ per ton.

It 13 anticipated that two years will elapse before the Victoria Park Recreation Reserve in Freeman's Bay will be ready for the public. It is intended to make a gentle slope from the Pattesonstreet frontage down to the recreation oround, which will be 3ft lower. In some portions there are to be plantations of trees and garden seats. A halfmile "Tass cycle track, and a 30ft carriage drive will make it the Rotten Row oF Auckland. A pavilion will be erected on the sea border with a tea kiosk and bandstand. The Customs-street entrance will be guarded by an ornamen-' tal lodge, and entrances in two other places will be provided. The slope along the Patteson-street boundary will afford standing room for 30,000 people, so that a good view of the events of the day will htf obtainable. The cost of the whole work is estimated at £3500, which is £500 more than the authorised loan.

On the initiative of Mr C. J. Parr a special meeting of the City Council will bo held on Thursday evening next for the purpose of considering the following resolution to be moved by Parr: —

"That the Council, by special resolution, intended to operate as a special order, do hereby resolve that the present existing subdivision of the City of Auckland into wards be, and the same is. hereby abolished."

The Taratu-Kaitansata Railway and Coal Company have made a valuable find in the shape of a now seam of coal on their property at E^itangata. 30ft thick, lying at" a depth of 130 ft below that which they are now working. It is estimated that the new seam contains from 70 to 80 million tons of coal. The depth at which the new seam was discovered rather upsets previous geological calculations.

\ recfvyit visitor to Christehureh (says the Christchurch "Press") was afforded a striking illustration of the anomalies in the railway tariff. Ho landed at Lyttelton and name up to Christchurch, bringing a considerable amount of luggage with him, for which he was charged 8/ excflis. On making inquiries aftftrwardfl ho found that if he brought four more people with hiV. party, and paid first-elasg faros for tliem, it would hay post him only 4/. and the whole of the luggage would have been carried free. Tn other words, the Railway Department charged 8/ for carrying the luggage alone, but would have cheerfully carried four parsons, first-class. and the luggage as we'll for 4/. Naturally, the visitor is a Jirile surprised, and wonders if busings* generally is earned on in this way in New Zealand. Tf so, he thinks it. only fair that some warning should be given to new arrivals wlien they laml. =«o that they may know what to expect..

The studrots of the Auckland University College are bn.sy just now making arrangements for the forthcoming interUniversity carnival in be held here at Easter. All the Southern Colleges are sending representatives, some 40 to *>0 visiting students being exnwted. The tournament, which is i>b») second of jts kind, consists of athletic, tennis and debating contests, and the possession of some very valuable and umeh-covetftd trophies will be competed for by the colleges. The local students are making arrangements to make trie .stay of the visitors here as enjoyable a 3 possible, among the entertainments to be given being a dance and a moonlight excursion. At the sale of Maungaturoto land at the Loan and Mercantile buildings yesterday, Mr F. Earl stated that one of the lots originally intended to he offered had been withdrawn from sale, as it would be offered to the Government for a tourist reserve. A number of settles in the district had requested the Government to purchase the land for this purpose, and ft had been decided to offer it to the Government, after the sale at a price which would be in a line with those realised for the other lots. The lot in question consists of 199 acres, and Hes near the Wairau River.

Mr \Y. Dey, of Waikato, has withdrawn from the contest for the Waikato Licensing Beneli. This reduces the number of candidates to five, thus saving an election.

Messrs. Pullan, Armitage & Co., who for some years have occupied premises at the corner of Wellesley. Lome and Rutland streets a,s livery sFables, are to move from there to new premises on the Dilworth estate, Epsom. The property belongs to the estate of the late Mr. Win. Crowther, and it is the intention of the trustee (Mr. W. J. Crowther) to convert the buildings into stores and factories. The portion of the buildings facing Lome street has been secured by Messrs. Cruiekshank, Miller 4, Co., ironmongers, and Messrs. Hill and Phirniner, who will use them for purposes of storage.

The Vivid rnns an excursion to Riverhead to-morrow, and the Advance to Panmure.

The Newton Fishing Club will hold their usual fishing excursion to-morrow.

The laundry classes now being held in St. George's Hall daily by Mr Coxon, ironing expert, have created quite a marked degree of interest amongst the fair sex. Evidence of this is in the increasing attendance ea*h day. Those who have not already attended these classes should not miss this valuable opportunity of attending these classes. — Ad.

Messrs Hall and Perkins, auctioneers, call attention that next Wednesday at 1 o'clock at their mart the sale of city leaseholds will take place. There are some very select sections offering.

The Ferry Company will run excursions to St. Helier's Bay and Rangitoto to-morrow.

Fitzgerald's Circos and Menagerie open at Freeman's Bay on Saturday next for a season of seven nights. Matinee performances will be given on Wednesday and Saturday.

Anniversary services at the Mount Eden Wesleyan Church to-morrow. The annual tea and public meeting will be held on Wednesday evening.

The opening of the Birkdale cycle track was proceeding this afternoon.

Mdlle Antonia Dolores has very kindly consented to sing to-morrow (Sunday) at 11 mass at St Patrick's Cathedral an offertory solo. Weber's Mass in G will be sung by a full choir and with orchestral accompaniment.

A special meeting of the Auckland City Council ha 3 been called for noon on Wednesday next to pass the burgess roll.

Dr E. W. Sharman notifies in another column that he has decided to accede to the request of various ratepayers, and become a candidate to represent the Graffco-n Ward m the City Council.

Catehpole'a sideboards, duchess tafr. wardrobes, tables, suites, and cottehS are splendid value; own manufactureAd. Get one to-night! What? The r- ~ latest in hats. All Hie newest T styles, ex Paparoa, at Geo Fo (Ad.) Collarettes: A very choice sample '* of fancy lace collarettes, real good vain 2/11, 3/11, 4/6, 5/11, 7/11. up to 25/ each' floral ribbons, very pretty colourings lhi wide, Od; 2hi wide., lid yard.—McCullagh. & Grower, direct importers.—Ad.

- A dry fellow! Who? The man who buys one of the newest umbrellas. # really tip-top assortment just arrived at Geo. Fowlds', Victoria arcade.— (Ad.)

Silks for blouses, silks for dresses, silkj for trimming, a magnificent assortment; and grand value. 1900 yards, bought cheap from an overstocked Sydney warehouse MeCullagh & Gower. the popular drapers] direct importers.—Ad.

Catchpole's, Karangahapc-road, is thg cheapest furniture store in town.—Ad.

New frocks for the winter must ba the thought of every lady who sees the three beautiful dress shows at Milne and Choyce, Ltd.; decide now; the3e shows can only remain on view for a few days.—Advt.

Blouse flannels and flannelettes, lovely designs, including bordered blouse nan. nel and flannelettes, just opened, 4fd, 5-Jd, Gad, 7|d, to 1/1U: plain and striped flannelette, direct from makers, 33d, 4i|d, 52d r G%<l up. At McCullagh & Gower'sj direct importers.—Ad.

Great clearing sale of Matthew's stock of clothing and drapery, bought for 12/9 in the £ ; startling reductions at H. Gilroore's. Newmarket.Ad.

Direct from the makers and Al value:! Our first shipment of calicoes, sheetings, Irish linens and damasks, tabling, quilts, blankets, flannels, flannelettes, etc.. all marked at lowest cash prices.—McCullagh & Gower, invporters.—Ad.

Aren't they pretty? The loveliest ties now showing at Geo. Fowlds1; all the newest designs and colours; just arrived. —Ad.

MeC'ullagli and Gower Lave now opened a large shipment of Dent's and other well-known makes of kid gloves. Morley'a celebrated hosiery, all marked at lowest cash prices.—McCullagh and Gower. Sea window.—(Ad.)

They have arrived! What? The very latest in gents' underclothing; such a grand assortment of singlets and pants at Geo. Fowlds": comfort and durability guaranteed.—Ad.

Xe.w long grey jackets: Pashionabla eravenette jackets and cloaks, mantles, smart costumes, blsek dress skirts, etc., now opened up: popular prices; at MeCullaglt & Gower's, direct importers. —Ad.

]t makes a difference, Han-y'. What? Having a really nice white shirt. Geo. Fowlds' is the leading house for these. He has also every pattern in Charley, Aunt shirts and tennis shirts. —Ad.

Priestley's world-renowned blac1.: dress fabrics in zibeline. crepe, taffeta, tamise silk and wool Henriettas, etc., etc. black exclusive dresses in great variety; all marked at lowest cash prices.—McCullagh and Gower, direct importers. —Ad.

WOLFE'S SCHNAPPS stimulates th« organs of urination.