The Daily Telegraph. SATURDAY, DECEMBER 13, 1884.

Daily Telegraph (Napier), Issue 4180, 13 December 1884, Page 2

The Daily Telegraph. SATURDAY, DECEMBER 13, 1884.

The report of the proceedings of the No'V Zealand Associated Chambers of Commerce at Wellington, last September, has just come to hand. It will be remembered that, at the time, some little dissatisfaction was expressed at the Associated Chamber holding its session with closed doors. Tho official report is published in such a way that the opinions of the delegates cannot be ascertained. Indeed, the " Report of the Proceedings" is simply the report of the Conference on the several questions which it considered. The Conference only sat for four days, and during that time passed resolutions affirming the desirability of certain amendments to the Bankruptcy Act, to the Customs tariff, to the management of railways ; and certain suggestions were made in the form of resolutions on the subjects of maii services, returns of exports, rabbit pest, railway charges, Courts of Arbiation, Sec On thesubjectof railway management the Conference passed the following proposition :—(a) That with a view to the more efficient and economic management of the New Zealand railways, it is desirable that there should bo constituted in each Railway District, a Board of Advice whose existence should be recognised by tho Government, (b) That the functions of the said Board of Advice should bo to consider complaints or suggestions from persons using the railways, to hold conferences with locaf or other officers of the department, and to communicate the result of its deliberations to Government; or otherwise to make recommendations to the Government on matters affecting the efficient or equitable management of the railways within its particular district. (c) That the members of the said Boards of Advice bo elected by the local Chambers of Commerce and Agricultural and Pastoral Associations. The '-report" on the foregoing proposition states that with respect to the constitution of a Board or Boards for tho management of tbe railways, tho idea that has been before the colony for some years has been that of placing the working of tho constructed railways under the management of one Board of Control, having a status and functions similar to those of the directors of an English Railway Company ; and this, indeed, was one of the recommendations of the Railway Commissioners that were appointed by Parliament in 18S0 to report on railway matters generally. It was, however, argued by some of the delo"■ate's : First, that such a Board of Control would not necessarily be proof against political pressure or influence, and that in selecting the requisite number of properly qualified members in a small community it would be very difficult, perhaps impossible, to find persons entirely free from political bias or party obligations. Secondly, it was advanced that, with the management under one Central Board, the evils that arise at present from ignorance of local or exceptional conditions in remote districts, could not be expected to be remedied. Thirdly, that as the railways wero the property of the people of New Zealand, and Parliament directly responsible to the people for the proper management of such railways, serious difficulties would most probably present themselves to the Legislature in laying down such specific principles as any Board of Control could work effectively under. There were, it was alleged, the commercial principle and tho principle under which the railways are sometimes regarded and used as agencies for developing the resources of the colony, or for achieving indirect benefits to the colony generally ; and it was contended that in giving proper effect to those two principles, a Board of Control could not. be expected to follow sufficiently closely tho mind—the apparently varying mind—of the Legislature. And further, it was urged that the remuneration of a Board of Control, in addition to that of an efficient General Manager, would entail a considerable increase in the departmental expenses. For these various reasons it became apparent that a majority of tho delegates were in favor of sAveral Boards of Advice, instead of one Board of Control. It was therefore resolved, by only a small majority, to adopt the resolutions abovo mentioned. The objection to one Board of Advice for each Island was that the less important districts, such as Nelson and the AVest Coast, Middle Island, would derive littlo or no benefit from such an arrangement. The Conference was of opinion that the constitution of a Board of Advice in each railway district, as recommended, would introduce a system that would correspond to tho "Conferences" that have apparently proi-e<l so successful in Germany, and' also to the functions of the Associated Chambers of Commerce in England. The Conference was unanimous in its conclusion that the present management of the railways was far from efficient, that the service often conspicuously failed to adapt itself to the varying requirements and conditions of each particular district or case, and that serious inconveniences to the public and loss to the department frequently arose from the cast-iron instructions, or limited discretion, given to local traffic managers. The Conference was therefore of opinion that a Board of Advice in each district would prove useful in reporting to the Government any grievance or matter requiring-redress or amendment, or in supporting representations made by tho local j traffic mauager.

The County Council will hold its regular meeting on Monday. The members of the Musical Society meet on Wednesday next to elect a conductor. Acceptances for tho Waipawa County Club are duo at Kaikora on AVedncsday evening. Pearl has been scratched for the Woodthorpe Handicap, and also for the Hawke's Bay Jockey Club's Christmas Handicap.

Mr A. McLean's Sibolla has been scratched for all her engagements at the ensuing meetings at Hastings and AVoodthorpe.

We understand that the Mayor and Borough Councillors have invited the Corporation officers to a supper next Tuesday evening.

In the morning tho subject of Mr Paterson's sermon will be "Found Out." and in the evening tho subject of lecture will be "Devils Cast Out."

Yesterday afternoon tho Rev. J. Campbell was presented by tho pupils of the High School with an electro-plated tea service, and one dozen dessert knives and forks.

Marie Loftus, the chief star of the notorious Loftus troupe, which created such a sensation in this colony some years ago, is back in America, her congenial sphere.

Captain Edwin wires at 11.50. to-day:— AVatch barometer bad weather approaching after 16 hours from now between north-east and north and west. Indications rain. Glass will fall again within 12 hours.

The plague of rats furnished material for a paper to the Nelson Philosophical Society. The rodent between the pigs and tho philosophers arc being freely utilised.

At tho R.M. Court this morning boforc Captain Preeco 8.M., a native named Rawhira for stealing a flask of brandy out of a man's pocket was sontonccd to one month's imprisonment with hard labor.

The address presented by St. Paul's congregation to Mr J. AY. Craig is on view in tho window of Mr Colledge, jeweller, Has-tings-street. It is a good example of tho skilful work of Mr P. Bear.

A Gisborne papor says:—Tho Gisborne Rowing Club have decided to have an annual match with the Napier club, provided

the latter come here first as the local club have already been to Napier twice.

Intending sweep investors are reminded that Jacob Faithful's consultation will shortly close. As this local sweep is known to bo --thoroughly square" wo recommend it to investors. Mr McKenmc, of Poyntzneld, Parawanui, has in his garden 275 named varieties of roses and 35 varieties of fuchsias. This is, we understand, the largest collection in tho colony.

A provisional committee is in courso of formation for the purpose of devising the best method of establishing a woollen factory in this district. The names of some of our leading country settlers are already on the list. The movement ought, and doubtless will receive the support of the whole community.

The Rev. J. C. Eccles, a correspondent informs us, cannot be much of a naturalist. Travelling through Tcrawera lately he saw a flock of yellow birds, and on his return to Waipawa informed the Mail that the birds weiv o-ennino canaries. The birds are common enough in New Zealand, and are known to settlers' as yellow-heads.

Mr AA r . Miller returned from Gisborne by the s.s. Southern Cross, having in his charge eight prisoners as the result of the Supreme Court criminal sitting at Poverty Bay. The sentences are as follow:—One prisoner four years; two prisoners three years; four prisoners two years; and one for eighteen months.

The Fair which has been organised for the purpose of raising funds for the improvement of Clive Square was opened this afternoon by His Worship the Mayor. The various shows to bo found there congregated were described by us some days ago, suffice it to say that everything is expected to be in apple-pie order this evening, when there is sure to be a largo attendance of the public. Tho Garrison Band also give their services this evening, which should prove an additional attraction.

We have received a letter from Mr Desmond on the subject of the Native Lands Court at Hastings. Like most of his effusions it contains the most recklessly ex-

aggerated statements, it is absolutely false in some of its assertions, and in other parts it is grossly libellous. Since Mr Desmond's denial of his indebtedness to Mr Harker, we can place little confidence in tho truth of his communications. Our local tradesmen had better be on their good behavior on Saturdays. At Christchurch a man has been fined for employing girls at 2.50 on Saturday afternoon. The Act says: "Every female, young person, or child shall have a holiday on Saturday afternoon from two o'clock, and on Sunday, Christmas Day, Now Year's Day, Good Friday, Easter Monday, and any other day set apart as a public holiday without loss of wages." There will be presented at the Oddfellows' Hall, Taradalo, on Wednesday evening next, a grand musical and dramatic entertainment in aid of the prize fund and annual pic-nic of the Taradale District School. The programme is long and admirably arranged, and comprises vocal and instrumental music in great variety, besides two comedies. The performers will be the pupils aud teachers of the school, and no pains will be spared to make the entertain ment a success. Mr G. Ellis has left at our office a sample of his bottled ale produced at the St. Aubyn Brewery, Hasti.igs. AA r ithout exception it is the most palatable ale we have tasted, and we arc not surprised to hoar it is meeting with a large demand. AVo further notice that Mr Ellis is not ashamed of his production for each bottle has his brand upon it. There is no necessity to put an imitation English brand on this ale, its genuine character being its best recommendation. To the Editor : Sir, —During this Aveek I have wanted men to travel with sheep, yet notwithstanding Mr Desmond's report that so many are idle, I cannot got men to take 12s Gd per day and find themselves. The wages demanded by ordinary drivers being 15s per day, and to be found. In these times, and the low price of sheep compared with cost of their production, this is an unreasonable demand. I enclose my card so that a reliable man can call at your office for a reference to —Employer. Yesterday's AVaipawa Mail says : —AVe are requested to remind intending purchasers of the laud at Danevirke, to be sold at Napier to-day. There are 74 sections close to the station, and in tho centro of tho most thriving of the Bush districts, with plenty of employment all around. We n_*y say in connection that the plan of the property, printed at tho Telegraph office, is a veritable work of art, being printed from moveable types. AYe have preserved a copy as a specimen of skill. AVhen so many people aro now remembering' that an Osprey did sail from Port Philip, it may save these good people much trouble if they are at once informed that the claimant put tho date definitely when he was picked up, the month is July, but no one has yet asserted that he recollects of tho Osprey in the right year, and it might be just as well for tho next aspirant to have tho exact day, month, and year, and as he is not likely to bo contradicted, it would improve the tale if he should add, he was a passenger on board that trip. Tho Australians have put together a capital score against the Englishmen, for which McDonnell is responsible for moro than half the total. AA r hen tho last mail left Melbourne, Spoftoith had arrived homo, and expressed himself very freely as to the conduct of his fellow members in not disbanding, and doing their best to make the visit of the Englishmen a financial success, and he promptly intimated he would not play against the visitors unless his comrades ceased their opposition. It will bo seen he has adhered to his determination. As we ventured to predict Avould bo tho case, the sale of the Danevirke township yesterday by Mr E. Lyndon, attracted the liveliest interest, and for some of the sections very high prices wero realised. By soma mistake this township has been termed "Danevirke extended," whereas its contiguity to the railway station, and the absence of anything like a town in the long struggling settlement must make the sections sold yesterday the township proper. After the sale yesterday several sections were sold privately, and tho bnlanco it is certain will quickly find purchasers. £ The largest church collections which I remember to have heard of wero taken in Glasgow last Sunday. The congregation j was that of the Wellington-street United Presbyterian Church, which has just built a new church in University avenue, Hillhead. The total amount collected at the different services for the building fund was £11,735 12s SJd, of which about £9000 was contributed at tho morning' service. Those figures arc also exclusive of £1100 previously collected for tho organ fund.—Otago Daily Times. Architect 1, doctor 1, printer 1, newspaper proprietors 8, basketmaker 1, ironmongers 3, paperhanger 1, milkman 1, cabman 1, grocers 2, wood-dealers 2, jewellers 2, tailors 4, butchers 2, saddlers 2, publicans 7, drapers 3, furniture-dealers 3,

awyor 1, sewing machine agent 1, farmer

11, coach proprietor 1, chemists 3, laAvyer 1, ! greengrocers 3, bakers 2, bootmaker 1, fruiterers 3, timber merchant 1, stable- ' keeper 1, carpenter 1, nightman 1, surveyor 1, carter 1, bottlers 2, blacksmiths 2, photographer 1, merchant 1, accountants 2. The above list is not a Napier directory, but the list of the dupes of an insolvent of this town. At the R.M. Court held at Woodvillo on Thursday, before Captain Preece, R.M., the following cases wore disposed of .—John AVright, a boy aged 12 years, of Kumoroa, was charged on the information of Sarah Looney, of the same place, for uuing provoking and insulting language, and rer quested the defendant to be bound over to

keep the peace, case dismissed.—John Wright, (junr.) charged on information Avith assaulting Thomas Looney. The case Avas adjourned to next Court day the summons not haA-ing been sawed on defendant. One other criminal case in which thero Avas no appearance of cither party was dismissed. —E. H. M. Symons v. Krawria and others claim for £33. Judgment for the defendants with costs Gs, Avltnesses' expenses £4, solicitor's fee £2 2s, and interpreter's feo 10s Gd.—J. Paininter a*. J. Sims, claim £11 15s 2d. Judgment for amount with costs £1, solicitor's foe £1 Is. —G. Eldershaw v. v. AY. Isles, claim £3 Is Bd. Judgment for 10s Avithout costs, and several small eases which Avere cither struck out or settled out of Court.

Mr J. S, Nealc, of the Avhite Sav_u brewery, desires to acknowledge the receipt of tho folloAving subscriptions in aid of tho Avidow and children of the late William Tvno:—T. AVaterworth', £1; W. Plowman, 10s Gd; J. B. Smith, 10s Gd; G. AVillings, 5s ; D. W., 5s ; Friend, 2s Gd ; AY. Mitchell, 2s Gd ; P. Mc, 2s Gd ; G. T. Robinson, 10s; A. Scorgie, 2s Gd ; J. S., ss; T. R. Ellison, Is; P. Gillespie, 10s; J. H. Kellar, ss; Friend, Is; T. E. Bell, 5s ; Friend, 2s 6d ; A. S , 2s Gd ; H.D., 2s; Mrs M., 2s 6d ; James Heron, 5s ; J. Johnstone, ss; A. Tester. 2s Od ; A. Weir, ss; Nemo, 2s Gd ; T. Flanagan, 2s Gd; Friend, 2s 6d; G. F. AVilliams, ss; AY. J. W., 5s ; S. Jackson, 5s ; AY. TuckAvell, ss; Friend, 2s Gd; J. AY. N., r, s ; P. Gorman, _1; T. Sidey, on ; J. Adams, 5s : J. Coegrove, o ; Garrett Bros., 5?; R.

T. Smvthe, 2s ;R. W. Hcnn, ss; Stranger, 2s 6d ;' D. C. Hitchman, 4s ; C. O. Heigh, 2s 6d ; C. Coham, 5s : S. G. Radford, ss; C. J. Hardy, 5s : Stranger, 2s ; G. Folknu, 2s Gd ; Nemo, 2s Gd; J." Carroe, 2s 6d ;G. Tomlin, ss; T. Starkey, 2s 6d; Friend, 3s; P. Barry, ss; C. Catton, jun., ss; D. Woods, ss; Mrs Brockman, 10s6d; C. E., 3s ;J. B. F., 3s; D. Gray, 2s 6d; R. H., 2s ; Stranger, Is Gd ; F. Cox, 10s ; H. S. T., £1 ; E. Ashton, 10s; Friend, 3s; Friend, os ; James Gunnigham, £1; G.Chicken, ss; J. O. E., ss; J. S. Welsman, 10s; C. S., 2s Gd; J. L., 2s 6d ; N. Jacobs, ss; Mrs Prebble, 2s 6d; Friend, 2s 6d; J- S. Large, ss; Anybody, 4s ; John Bugging, 10s.

T. R. Proctor, oculist's optician, opposite Parker, Blacksmith, Hastings-street, has determined to prolong his stay for one week longer, owing to the pressure o& business. All those wishing aid with weak sight should not lose this opportunity. — [advt.]

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