Untitled

Evening Star, Volume VII, Issue 1965, 23 August 1869, Page 2

Electoral. —A meeting of the electors of the Roslyn district is to he held this evening. Mr H. Driver, M.H.E. is expected to attend. New Wesleyan Church. The foundation stone of the new Wesleyan Church will be laid to-morrow afternoon at half past two o’clock. The Rev. T. Buddie, of Christchurch, will assist in the ceremony. The Waterworks Company.—We understand that the directors of the Waterworks Company have resolved to pay an interim dividend for the six months ending June 30th, at the rate of 8 per cent, per annum. The dividend will be payable on and after to-day. The Pitt Street Works. —“ One of the deputation ” that recently waited on his Honor the Deputy Superintendent, writes to us that, although they were informed by his Honor that the City Council were to lay down a tramway, and proceed with the works immediately (not even waiting for fine weather) no progress has yet been made. Supreme Court.— His Honor Judge Ward held a sitting in bankruptcy this morning, when the following business was transacted :—Re James Duunett: This was an adjourned application for final examination and discharge. The usual order was granted. —Re Thomas Davidson : same,—Ro William Williamson : This was an application for adjudication. The petitioner was adjudged a bankrupt ; and tlio first meeting of creditors fixed for the 31st inst.—Re Frederick Basset : On the application of the bankrupt, a deed of arrangement between him and Ins creditors was declared to be finally executed.

—Re Daniel White : same.—The 30th inst. was fixed for the last examination of Alfred Palmer and George Myers, and the 6th prox. for that of Hugh Muir.

Sir George Grey.—A private letter received by a gentleman in Christchurch by last mail ‘ from England, states that Sir George Grey, with his niece Miss Matthews, intended to return to New Zealand in August. Tins letter is dated May 23. Matrimonial. —“ It’s never too late to marry,” so, at least, have thought a worthv couple residing at Christchurch. The bridegroom was 75 years of age, and the bride 73. The marriage was cc’ebrated on the ISth instant by the Rev. C. Fraser.

The Taranaki. —A Pictou telegram dated the 17th instant, says The fourth lift at the Taranaki was made yesterday. The lift was five fret perpendicular, and the vessel came ahead fifteen feet. The mastheads are now three feet seven inches above the surface at loav water.

Imperial Aid. — A late London telegram in the Hawked Ban Timed says Sir George Grey and several other colonists have had an interview with Earl Granville about granting aid to New Zealand. His Lordship complained of a want of straightforwardness in the conduct of the late Government Avith reference to the question of troops. Nuggets in Westland. —The leading journal of August 17, states that another nugget, 16 ounces in Avoight, has been found up the Bul'er iWer last Avoek by Hugh O’Brien and party. This party have been working for some time on the hanks of the Bnller, about fiA r o miles below the Lycll, and during the past fortnight, in addition to this nugget, they have got three others, Aveighing half an ounce, one ounce, and live ounces. The Discovery of Copper.—We mentioned some time ago the discivvery of malachite in the Mount Benger district. A specimen Avas sent to Melbourne for analysis, and has been found to yield 75 per cent, of copper. The discover r keeps the precise locality Avhere ho found the ore a secret, until proper arrangements can he entered into for preserving his claim to a share in the benefit of his discovery.— Tuapeka Timed. The New Rush.—The new rush on the Manuhorikia River, between the Balmoral Hotel and Messrs Campbell and Low’s rtation, is assuming a very permanent appearance. During the past Aveek a number of claims have been bottomed, and fair prospects obtained. The miners express satisfaction, and all Avhom v, e have spoken to say that a good payable field has been opened. We do not anticipate that piles will ho made, hut uninistakeahle evidences exist that good wages, L 8 to LlO per Aveek, will be mad e.—Dnnstan Times.

A New Industry.—We are informed that on the 19th instant, a new ship will sail from the old country, commanded by Captain Rose, late of the Mermaid, which will bring to our shores 280 Welsh immigrants the larger proportion of whom are about to establish a flannel manufactory on the Heathcote, whilst the remainder will embark in farming pursuits. These newcomers will, we believe, receive a hearty welcome on their arrival, commencing as they will a new branch of industry, and thus affording valuable aid in developing the resources of the .Province.— Lyttelton Times. The Goorkiias. —An admirable, though unintentional satire on the request the Legislature is now about making to the Home Government to obtain the services of Imperial troops, was furnished by the speech of one of the Maori members on Fridaynight, our contemporary’s report of which is as° follows Mete Kingi did not wish the Ghoorkas to be brought to New Zealand (cheers). He had heard that they were a murderous people that they were Hauhaus (laughter). He was willing to have English soldiers ; and had seen the good of the soldiers under Generals Cameron and Chute. They never attempt to take the friendly Natives’ food, or interfere with their women or children; but remained quietly in their barracks (loud laughter); hut as for the black men, they (the friendly Natives) continually heard that they murdered women and children. He was agreeable for commissioners to be scut to England. The Maoris were very much in fear of these black men. They must not he brought to New Zealand.

The Hundreds Regulations Bill. A crowded and influential meeting, comprising the principal settlers and most influential representatives of mining interests, was held at Lawrence on Wednesday evening, for ihc purpose of considering the Act recently passed by both Houses of Parliament for the regulation of Hundreds. The meeting was convened by two of the goldfields representatives in the Council, and the member for the Wakatip district. Mr Bastings was called on 1 1 occupy the chair. Th- following resolutions were carried “That the Otago Hundreds Regulations Act is not framed in accordance with the report of the Commissioners on Waste Lands ; is directly opposed to the views of the Provincial Council of Otago, as expressed at its last session ; and will operate as a bar to the future settlement of the Province.” “That Messn Howorth, Bradshaw, Mcrvyn, and Haughton, he requested to take all possible means to prevent the Bill from becoming law and to wait upon his Excellency the Governor, if they should deem it advisable so to do, and represent to him the views of their constituents regarding the Bill.” The following address was also .adopted. “To Julius Vogel, Esq., M H.R, Sir, We, the undersigned electors represented by you, bavin" met and considered your political conduct during the time you have sat for the Otago Goldfields, have unanimously resolved that you have forfeited our confidence, and we consequently request you to resign your seat, in order that we may endeavor to secure the services of some gentleman who will vote and act in accordance -with the interests of his constituents. Wo have the honor, 4 c.” "The Wethekstones Deep Shaft.— The contractor for the Wetherstones deep shaft continues to execute his contract in a most efficient manner. About 20 feet of drive have been made from the monkey shaft, the reef continuing to dip in an irregular manner, but at an average angle of about thirty degrees. We visited tbc shaft recently in company with two gentlemen of great experience in deep sinking operations. They inspected the works, and were unanimous in their high opinion of the chances of a successful issue. Both these gentlemen were connected with mining operations at Ballarat, and were unanimous in their belief that either a rich lead or basin would be struck were the work persevered in. Opinions

vary as to the probable distance from the gutter of the present works ; but the general belief appears to he that 40 to 50 feet is a fair estimate. The bed rock is metamorphic slate, and the bottom is rotten reef mixed with cement, in which the color can be got. Altogether the prospects of a suc-cc-sfnl termination to this protracted work appear brighter than they over did before, and as the. Government have behaved with considerable liberality it is necessary some effort should be ma le to raise a portion at any rate of the necessary funds by subscription, See. The almost certain success of the work will no doubt case this appeal to be heartily responded to by all who have the welfare of the d strict at heart, and such a display of confidence in the enterprise will form no small claim on the Government for assistance by subsidy or otherwise. —Tttapeka Timca.

The Naval Brigade will muster at the Drillshed for monthly inspection of arms by the Adjutant to morrow (Tuesday) evening at seven o’elo.'k. After inspection the adjourned general meeting wall be held. The second general meeting of the Otago Institute will take place in the Provincial Council Hall, to-morrow evening, at eight o'clock, when Mr Justice Ward, the president, will deliver an inaugural address. It is notified that members will be adrai-ted by their annual ticket, and that non-members can, by early application, obtain tickets of admission from the secretary, Mr J. S. Webb, or frwn any member of the Institute. Should the weather prove favorable, a large and fashionable attendance may be expected.