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Daily Telegraph (Napier), Issue 3130, 9 July 1881, Page 2

_ For tbe encouragement of the local timber trade Mr B. H. Gunn is removing his offices and timber yard to the immediate vicinity of the Napier railway station.

During the current season Messrs Nelson Bros, have boiled down at the Tomoana works over 20,000 sheep. They are now boilinjr down 3000 from the flock of Mr T. Tanner.

Who is Colonel Trimble, M.H.R. for Grey and Bell, Taranaki Provincial District ? I understand he is not an old identity, but although a recent arrival, as he gives a zealous support to the Hall-cam-Atkinson cabal, his two sons have received appointments in the civil service.—Saturday Advertiser.

Again there was no business before tbe Resident Magistrate this morning. For four days there has not been a drunk in a public place. Are people getting sly or sober ? Have the police been longsuffering and merciful, or has tbe activity of temperance societies at length borne fruit ? Whatever the cause of this app»irpnt unusual sobriety, let us rejoice and be thankful.

An accident occurred yesterday to the Woodville coach. As the coach was being driven from Makatoku, and when near to tbe junction of the Makatoku and Woodville roads, the pole broke. The horses then became restive, and one floundered into the ditch, and sustained such injuries that he had to be shot. After considerable delay a buggy was procured for the conveyance of tho passengers and mail bags, and Woodville was eventually reached, two hours after the due time.

The Rifle Volunteer Band will perform the following pn gramme at the Convent bazaar during the evenings of Thursday, Friday, and Saturday next: —Quick march, Birthday; selection, Ruy Bias; waltz. Dreams of Childhood; quadrille, Zurich ; schottische, Mountain Bell ; waltz, Occasional ; selection, Atilla ; galop, Midnight; quick march, Irish Emigrant; waltz, Masonic ; selection, Opera Sicialian Bride ; galop, Harmony; quick march, Might of tbe Swallows ; waltz, Martha ; quick march, Spirit Hear my Prayer; schottische, Southern Beauties; galop, Burlesque ; quick march, Pettiet Damon ; grand selection on Irish airs, My Native Land ; galop, Welson; troop, Oh leave me to my Sorrow waltz, Dreams of Home; troop, Norah M'Shane.

- The annual meeting of ratepayers in tbe Heretaunga Highway District was held yesterday in Goodwin's Hall, about fifty ratepayers being present. Mr J, N. Williams in the chair. The chairman read the advertisement convening the meeting, when the following were nominated as waidens for the ensuina - twelve months :—Messrs Foreman, Fitzßoy, Wellwood, Williams, Moore, Joll, Ebbett, Beecroft, and Wheat. After the ballot being taken the chairman declared Messrs Moore, Foreman, Fitzßoy, Williams, and Wellwood as being duly elected. The balance-sheet showed that during the last twelve months the sum of £1151 14s lOd had been expended on works in the district, leaving a debit balance of £86 on June 30th. Mr Fitzßoy moved, and Mr Wellwood seconded, that the members representing this district be requested to use their best endeavours to have the provisions of the Hawke's Bay Highways Act brought into harmony with the Counties Act. A meeting of the newly-elected board was held after the general meeting, when Mr R. Wellwood was elected chairman of the board for the ensuing twelve months. It was decided to take the opinion of Mr Roehfort on the best scheme for draining the township of Hastings, a sub-committee consisting of Messrs Foreman, Williams, and tbe chairman being appointed for that purpose. This being all the business the meeting adjourned.

The dramatic entertainment held in the Hastings district school on Tuesday evening was a most successful affair, the whole of the scholars being well up in their parts, and evidently taking a great interst in the work. The school was fitted up in the form of a theatre, with raised stage, possessing drop scene and proper wings, indeed the " forest scene" in Robin Hood would have done credit to a professional stage. The performance opened with the short moral play of " Honest Jacob." in which Masters Cammock, Collinge, and Jarvis took part, the acting of all these showing careful training, especially that of Master Cammock. The second piece was that of the " Koyal Carpenter," Master Collinge taking the part of " Peter the Great." This young gentleman will have to a little more energy into his part on the next occasion, and try and forget his own identity and. assume that of the character he is taking. Master Cammock as " Stanmitz '' was again quite m his element, giving evidence of careful study of thf part, and an ease and grace seldom found in amateurs who appear for the first time. The character of " Mrs Stanmitz," taken by Miss K. Webbe, was exceedingly well done, the make-up being capital, and the general rendering of the part quite in keeping with the character of an old woman. Master Leagor as tbe officer acquitted himself very well, making the best of apart which requires but little acting. After an interval of ten minutes the cur tain rose to the piece of the evening, "Robin Hood," in which Master Gallien took the character of the robber chief splendidly, showing the different emotions of the actor in a very marked manner. All that is wanted to make this boy a £rood actor is to bo more deliberate, not giving his utteranse in quite so rapid a manner. " Little John " was well and carefully taken by Master Cammock, who in this part, as well as the two former ones, showed the benefit of careful study. Master Lucas took the part of Allan Adale very nicely, but owing to the weakness of his voice much of the effect was lost. The part of Sir Francis Gaunt was fairly taken by Master Northe. This young gentleman must speak out well, and not look quite so sober over his part, then all will go well. The Black Knight of Mr McLeod was an excellent piece of acting, and the presence of the master among his scholars appeared to give them far more confidence than they would otherwise have shown. Of the young ladies Miss Luokie as Maid Marian was simply marvellous, her general appearance and acting being the theme of all. Miss Gallein as Cicely acted her part in a graceful and lady-like manner, giving promise of becoming a most finished artist, while Miss K. Webbe as Dame Hollar both looked and acted the part in capital style. At the close of the piece the principal characters were called before the curtain, where they received quite an ovation. The last piece," Alfred a Wanderer," brought forward three new characters in

the persons of Masters Webbe and Love and Miss J. Lincoln. Master Webbe as Alfred played very oarefully and gentlemanly, quite what you might expect a poor outcast monarch to be, while Master Love as Gubba, the woodcutter, fairly brought down the house by the quaint rendering of his part, particularly where he pleads for his wife's life on the score of her not meaning any harm although she had such a . terrible tongue. Miss Lincoln as the wife dp was capital, taking her part in a natural and easy manner, and speaking her words so very distinctly that she could be heard alt through the building. Mr McLeod must be congratulated on the success of this his first attempt at teaching the young how to act as well as to study, while the committee mnsr be pleased to find that the residents are alivo to the requirement of a class-room in (he school. The total amount taken at tbe entertainment was £7 0s 6d, out of which there will be about £2 expenses.

Sir John Coode's report on the breakwater in Gisborne has been received in Welling, ton. He estimates tha cost of the work at £190,000. It is feared that such a sum will frighten the Government from entertaining the proposal, as it was generally supposed the cost of the work would not exceed £50,000. Had this last sum been sufficient, there can be no doubt thai Mr M'Donald, M.X.X., would have succeeded in inducing Ministers .'to grant 'an endowment of that value to cover the cost of construction. An ambitious scheme such as that proposed by Sir John Coode being out of the question, we must set about enquiries as to an alternative one. The general opinion seems to be that a breakwater in every way answering the requirements of this port could be built for £50,000, and this opinion is borne out by the survey lately made by Mr Davis, on behalf of Mr W. L. Rees. If the plans which were prepared for this could be [now produced, it is possible that something could be done this session in forwarding tbe work.—Poverty Bay Herald.

Rumours were prevalent an Saturday night, (says the Poverty Bay Herald) to the effect that oil had been struck at the works of tbe South Pacific Petroleum Company. Mr C. D. Berry, local Superintendent of the Company, who paid a visit to the ground on Friday last, confirmed to a certain extent the report which has been current. There is a considerable quantity af oil in tbe tube, which is now being sunk. At the depth of 160 feet oil began to show, and as the sinking was proceeded with tho indications were improving, leading the mine manager to expect that ere long a good flow will be obtained. It is to be hoped that his sanguine expectations will be realised. The last bore is down to a depth of 180 feet, a depth not previously jj' attained. When the tubes are being cleared by the pumping operations, a - quantity of oil is brought to the surface. It is thought that rook will be reached in a few more feet, and that when it is penetrated a good flow will result. The news has given a marked impetus to the scrip market. Shares were being eagerly enquired after from an early hour this morning. We hear of several substantial transactions at 2s 3d, at which price buyers are still unsatisfied.

Messrs. Hoadley and Lyon will sell on Monday at Roseneath, Taradale, 12 firstclass dairy cows, a quantity of dairy farm material, fowls, horses, &c, at 1.30 p.m.

Mr W. Routledge will sell on 13th July land in the Norsewood district.

A tea meeting and concert will be held in tbe Presbyterian Church, Meanee, on Wednesday evening next.

The concert in aid of the Sutherland family will be held on Monday evening.

The bazaar in aid of St Joseph's Monastery will be held in tbe Theatre Royal dn the 14th, 15th, and 16th instant.

The schools of Sfc Joseph's Monastery open on Monday. 4I^L Messrs Banner and Liddle will sell Tuesday furniture, &c. ; they also have for private sale the valuable freehold known as the "Railway Hotel at Port Ahuriri.

Mr J. Hateley, Emerson-street, has received a consignment of American stencil plates, &c.

Mr H. R. Gunn has opened a timber yard, &c, near to tbe Napier railway station. For sale a set of billiard-table cushions. Mr T. "K. Newton is prepared to make advances on consignments.

Clive Rowing Club meeting on Monday night at Ruddick's Hotel.

The annual meeting of the Te Mata Road Board will be held on the 22nd instant.

Mrs Neill will re-open her school on Monday next.

Messrs Neal and Close close at 9 o'clock to-night.

Several new advertisements will be found in our " Wanted " column.

DIVINE SERVICES TO-MORROW.

At St. John's Church, consecration service at 11 a.m., with celebration of Holy Communion ; childrens service at 3.15 p.m.; evening pvayes and sermon at 7 p.m. By Mr R. C. Pasley, at Puketapu at 11 a.m.

By the Rev. J. Spear, at Taradale at 3 p.m., and 7 p.m.

By the Rev. W. Nichol, at Havelock at 11 a.m., at Clive at 3 p.m., and at Hastings at 7 p.m.

By the Rev. C. Gaustad, in the Lutheran Church at 11 a.m., by the Rev. P. Jacobsen in the German language at 2 p.m., and by the Rev. G. Sass at 7 p.m. By the Bey. J. C. Eccles.at St. Peter's, Waipawn, at 11 a.m., Kaikora at 3 p.m., and Te Aute, at 7 p.m.

By the Rev. F. H. Long, at St. Mary's, Waipukurau, at 11 a.m., and 7 p.m. By the Rev. W. Shirriffs, M.A., at Waipukurau at 11 a.m., Kaikora at 3 p.m., and Waipawa at 7 p.m.

By Mr W. O. Robb, at Hampden at 11 a.m., and Onga Onga at 3 p.m.

By the Fey. E. Barnett, at Mr Ford's, Taraw.?ra (weather permitting), at 2 p.m., and at the Methodist Church, Waipawa, at 7 a.m.

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