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Evening Star, Volume IX, Issue 2588, 3 June 1871, Page 2

Supreme Court.—The Criminal Sessions of the Supreme Court commence on Monday, at 10 a. m. Princess Theatre.—There was no perceptible falling off in the attendance last night, and the performance as usual passed off with great spirit. It is announced that there will be a change of programme for this evening. Maerewhenua. The washing up from the trial crushing of stone from this reef did not eventuate, owing to the scarcity of quicksilver. About 150 tons of stuff has been crushed, and it is confidently expected that from 80 to 100 ozs. of gold will be the result. Gaol Return. —The following is the state of H. M. Gaol, Dunedin, for the week ending 3rd JnneAwaiting trial, 3 men, I woman ; under remand, 0 men, 0 women ; penal servitude, 90 men, 0 women; hard labor, 40 men, [ll7 women ; imprisonment, 0 men, 0 women ; in default of bail, 1 men, 0 women ; debtors, 2 men, 0 women. Beceived during the week, 3 men, 1 women. Discharged 7 men, 5 women. The female prisoner for trial is also at labour. Religious.—We are informed that the foundation stone of the new Trinity Church, at Port Chalmers, will be be laid on the north west angle of the site in Scotia street, on Wednesday next, by the Bishop of Dunedin, assisted by the Lords Bishops of Christchurch and Wellington Several of the friends cf the church in Dunedin are expected to be present, and we arc informed that the Harbor Steamers will make special trips at reduced fares, and the friendly societies have intimated their intention of witn ssing the interesting ceremony. The Dunedin Bishopric,—The Rev. T, S. Nevill, Bishop elect of Dunedin, will bo consecrated to the See, at St. Paul’s Church, to-morrow morning, by the Primate, the Bishops of Nelson and Wellington assisting. The procession of clergy will form at II a.m. sharp ; and after morning service, which will be intoned, the Bishop of Wellington will preach the consecration sermon ; after which there will be the reading of the mandate for consecration and the questioning of the ishop elect; to be followed by the consecration and celebration of the communion. The proceedings will be very imposing ; and to add to their effect the choir is to be considerably strengthened. The induction will take place at the evening service.

Township of Nevada.—We observe that on Monday the township of “ Nevada’ is to be sold. Taking into consideration that sites for villa residences within convenient distances of the City are becoming scarce, we should be surprised if the beautiful pee], s obtainable from the allotments fail to command some competition. Fifteen or twenty minutes’ walk from the Post Office is itself a great inducement; but added to the natural beauties of the scenery, and the care with which the allotments have been laid out, the opportunity of good investment is increased. We observe that the township is registered under the Land Transfer Act—of itself no inconsiderable advantage, as good titles are obtainable on almost nominal terms, and can be transferred, in need, equally cheaply. The advantages of this Act are becoming manifestly greater every day, as through its provisions, with benefit both to seller and buyer, some of the best properties in Otago are becoming attainable on moderate terms.

Pedestuianisji. —Two of the champion pedestrians now in a tour through the colonies—J. O. Harris and F Hewitt —will make their first public appearance in Dunedin at [the Caledonian ground on tiie 17th inst ; and it is not unlikely that Bird the other runner will be down here in time to take part in the proceedings. We are informed that it is the intention of the champions to arrange a days sport, iq which they

themselves shall compete, proper handicaps of course being made. The directors of the Caledonian Society, and a number of leading citizens will be invited to form a committee of management, in order that everything may be conducted in the most approved manner. A similar plan was adopted in Auckland and Christchurch, where it worked admirably, Of the arrangements of the champions we shall be able to speak more definitely in a day or two.

Meat Preserving. —Messrs Paterson and M'Leod favored ns with an opportunity of testing the efficacy of the meat preserving process adopted by the Otago Meat Preserving Company, Green Island, by presenting us with a sample of “ corned sheep’s tongues,” which proved a most delicious relish. We are not surprised that meat so carefully and skilfully cooked should be in increasing favor at Home, and shall be astonished if it does not equally commend itself in the Colonies. These sheep’s tongues are a delicate addition to the breakfast-table or at lunch ; and up-country, where men have to cook their own victuals, they would prove an agreeable change from steaks and chops. Not the least noticeable feature in the matter is the care with which, in business phraseology, they are “got up.” The fins are strong and of admirable workmanship, and are proved absolutely air-tight by the fact that, on piercing the tin for the pursosc of opening, the condensed air rushes out with a hiss, diffusing the aroma of delicii usly flavored gravy. We commend a trial of these preserved meats.

We notice that the Rev. Mr M‘Cosh Smith (who arrived hy the Holenslee) will preach in St. Andrew’s Church to-morrow, morning and evening. A special meeting of the Ancient Or.ler of Foresters will be held on Monday next, to consider a proposal for building a new hall.

We are requested to state that the Bi hop of Wellington will preach at the Evening Service at All Saints’ Church tomorrow, Trinity Sunday. Mr Elborn announces that he will preach in the Christian Meeting House, Great King street south, to morrow evening, at 0.30. Subject—“ The House of God.”

We beg to draw attention to the entertainment to be given in the South School (top of Stafford street), on the evening of Wedues lay next, in aid of the Benevolent Institution. The programme promises a great treat. We observe Miss Bell has consented to preside at the piano, and the well-known abi ity of the amateurs will no doubt command a large atten lance.

By advertisement, Mr Charles Edwards notifies his intention to deliver the lirst of a series of lectures on “ Universal History,” at the City Temperance Hall, on Monday, at 7 p-W.