THE DE MURSKA CONCERTS.

Evening Star, Issue 4239, 27 September 1876, Page 2

THE DE MURSKA CONCERTS.

The first of the farewell scries was given at the Queen’s Theatre Inst evening and attracted a good attendance in all par ts of the house. The cordial welcome extended to ihe company on making their re-nppcarauce showed that the favorable imprea*. sion the various members succeeded in creating on the occasion of their visit remains. As the programme put forward did not comprise anything that was new, reference to it in detail is unnecessary. Instead of Mattel's waits, Madame gave the ever welcome “ Per Sempre," by Giorza, which received an encore, to which she replied hy singing “Within a Mile." The two appearances Madame made in operatic scena were highly successful, and occasioned a strong feeliug of regret that circumstances have prevented her and her company from presenting us with entire opera before they left the Colony. No one who listened last night to the “Trovatore" scena, or that most amusing duet from “ Crispino " oth given in character, with orchestral accompaniments and scenic effects—could help picturing to himself or hern.-lf how completely satisfactory w-.u’dho a full operatic representation iu which Madame and Signori R'aiiati and Susini sustained the principal characters. In the first, fr m the opening aria to thefioish Madame song excellently, receiving the utmost support from Signor Rosuati, while a small but efficient chorus, in which one voice did duty for half a dozen ordinary ones, rendered effective service. In the “ Crispino" duet, Signor Susini was able to show to greater advantage that he has yet had an opportunity, hia unequal ed powers as a buffo actor. Madame and he sing and act con amors, and last night the former seemed to enjoy as much as the audience the mirthprovoking eccentricities of the Signor, So amusing a Crispino could not fail to make an immensely en tertainiug Figaro, and we hope before .he season closes to see him figuring iu a selection from the “ Barber,” which is admitted to be one of his best representations. There was also a duo from “ L’Elesir d’Amcre," by Signori Eosnafci and Susini; and the former was encored for the barca- ole from “ Masaniello." Of Mr Hill it need only be said tint, whether on the violin and piano, he gives the utmost satisfaction. His violin solo last nig it on “ Trovatore ” was greatly admired; while the piano selection was encored. Mr Hadly, who accompanies, was unfortunate in chocsing the “ Moonlight" sonata for his solo; but he demonstrated that be can accompany well, and when less nervous will be heard as a soloist to more advantage. A word. In conclusion, in praise of the orchestra, which comprises half a dozen well-known instrumentalists, who, led hy Mr Hill, played two overtures last night most admirably. Indeed, we venture to express the belief that the orchestral performances will be' regarded as not the least interesting part of the concerts. To-night the great scena from “IlFlantoMagico” will be givt-n hero for the first lime, and it is wonhy of mention that Madame is the only living person who attempts it. The “ Trovatore" and “Crispino" sceuas are to be repeated.

SUPREME COURT.

IN BANCO.

Wednesday, September 27. (Before His Honor Mr Justice Williams.)

Flexman v. The Standard Insurance Co.—His Honor delivered judgment in this case, which was a motion to enter a nonsuit, to enter a verdict, and for a new trial. The action was a contract of fire insurance, and the defendants pleaded four pleas. Numerous issues were formed, on the pleadings, and some of these were found for each party. L 1,500 was awarded to the plaintiff. Has Honor said it was quite clear there could be no nonsuit, that appearing not only from the cases cited by counsel (Mr Macassey), but also from the case of Winterbottom v. Lord Derby (L 8.. 2 l x., 31G) cited for the defendants. After reviewing the grounds on which defendants sought to have a verdict entered or a new trial, Ms Honor said he thought the verdict mu>t be entered for the defendants. The rule would be made absolute, with costa. Jenkins v, Jenkins. -In this case his Honor delivered judgment, discharging the ru'e, with costs. Hartley v. Hartley. —The demurrer in this case was allowed, with costs. Mr Stewart applied for leave to appeal. Bird v. The National Bank of New Zealand. —His Honor intimated that he would probably deliver judgment in this case to-morrow.

William Kennedy v. The Caversham Road Board. —Appeal from the Resident Magistrate's Court, Dunedin. Mr Stout appeared for the appellant, Mr Stewart for the respondents. Counsel for the appellant asked that the case be sent back to the Magistrate before whom it was originally heard, on several grounds of irregular proceedings.—Mr Stewart applied to have-the case struck out of the list altogether, submitting that there w r as no case at all before tbe Court.—After further argument Mr Stout opened the case, stating that in the lower Court icspondcnts had obtained judgment against appellant for £SB 3s, for rates on prop -Tty within the road district. In the rate book there was no entry to show who was the owner of this property, but pencil additions bad since been made of appellant’s name.

[Left sitting.]