VOLUNTEER REVIEW AT QUEENS TOWN.

Dunstan Times, Issue 781, 6 April 1877, Page 3

VOLUNTEER REVIEW AT QUEENS TOWN.

According to our contemporaries the Beview was a grand success, the total strength on the ground—officers and men included—being 212 ; Invercargill being represented by 63, Bivorton by 20, Queenstown by 81, Arrow by 25, Cromwell by 23. The Invercargill men unfortunately met with an accident on their journey up to tho Lakes by the upsetting of one of the coaches, resulting in serious injuries to Mr Osborne aid two others. At the time Mr Osborne was thought to he mortally hurt, but on removal to Invercargill he somewhat recovered, and is likely to get over it. The shooting was very creditable and fully up to the average, Cromwell taking a very good position. What with shooting and manceuvring during the day. Concert and Ball at night, it was perfect carnival, business for the time being completely forgotten, and all throw ing themselves into pleasure. The Concert on Saturday evening was very successful, and the Ball on Monday evening was a brilliant affair, the many colors of the uniforms and tho bright colors of the ladies' dresses making together a •scene never before witnessed in Queenstown. The encampment broke up on Tuesday morning, and the companies and visitors returned home. The Queenstown correspondent to the Daily Times writes : Sir John Bichardson has allowed me to state that the whole demonstration has in his opinion passed off creditably, and reflected honor upon those concerned. At the review the men’s endurance was taxed, and they stood the exertion well. Tho sham fight was skilfully managed by Captain Hoywood and Hannah. Nnthing'could he more perfect. Every arrangement was excellently carried out. A few grumblers exist. Mr Mamkers did all ho could to make things pleasant, hut his task was a light one. After tho review the companies formed into square, and numerous prizes were presented. Mrs Warren (the Mayoress) handed over tho prizes. Mayor Warren made tho best speech yot delivered by him. and alluded to tho general advantages arising from these meetings, and claims for tho Colonial prize filing being held hero next year. Ho considered this only tho stepping-stone to something more important. Our magnificent lako° fine climate, and grand sceneiy justilled such a desirable consummation.

With the AVinton railway open, any mooting could bo held hero, as the accommodation is equal to all requirements. The men had good accommodation. Strict martial law under Mutiny Act was in force and was obeyed, and garrison duty was strictly carried out.