Greymouth Evening Star. AND BRUNNERTON ADVOCATE. MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 1901. THE AMERICAN CUP.

Greymouth Evening Star, Volume XXXI, 30 September 1901, Page 2

Greymouth Evening Star. AND BRUNNERTON ADVOCATE. MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 1901. THE AMERICAN CUP.

Great interest is centred in the International yacht races between the Shamrock 11. and Columbia now in course of being held in American waters, and which so far, after what jockeys would term a desperate finish, has given the American defender the first win. The Shamrock had to concede 471- seconds to the Columbia owing to measurement. Should the Columbia succeed in winning the majority] of events, she will in all likelihood be immediately challenged by Mr Kenneth Clark, owner of the cutter Kariad, who affirms that his craft, with American time allowance, has put up better time than ever has been recorded of the challenger. Prior to the departure of Shamrock 11, Mr Clark desired to have a trial, but Sir Thomas Lipton declined the offer on the ground that the now vessel's*time would bo fully occupied up to the hour she would require to dismantle for her ocean trip Even supposing the race had come off, it would have boon useless, as Shamrock 11. is the only, recognised challenger. As to the measurements of Shamrock 11., exports figure that she is the largest vessel that has yet competed, being 140 ft from stem to stern. The bowsprit stretches more than 33ft beyond the stem, and has some 10ft or 12ft inboard. From the foreside of the mast to the end of the bowsprit the distance, it is estimated, is perhaps 80ft. From the after side of the mast to the taffrail the distance is about 100 ft. The craft’s enormous sail area has been commented upon in the cables and yachting papers. The main boom is said to be about 120 ft long. The gaff is about 7fift. How

high the mainsail will be hoisted is hardly guessabie just now, but it may be 150 ft. In area of canvas the Shamrock 11. will, without doubt, be a marvel. Her opponent’s measurements are sailing length, 102 f t; water line, 891 f t, from tip of bowsprit to tip of boom, 1811 ft; height of mast, 13Tjft. The Columbia has an enormous spread of canvas, almost as much proportionately as her opponent. Our telegrams to-day would indicate that in a fresh breeze the Shamrock is the faster boat, but in a “ light breeze ” the Columbia is evidently the faster sailer. Hence we dare say Sir Thomas Lipton, with his supporters, will desire the “fresh breeze,” while the Constitution will hope for “a milder flow.” This is the eleventh attempt to win back the Cup, which was first taken rom Britain by the very appropriatelynamed yacht “America,” which beat the fastest of fifteen English yachts by eighteen minutes. The rivalry is keen, but friendly, as indeed it should be between two great nations, and although the chances of success are again with America, the defeated will not begrudge the victors all the merit that attaches to such a contest. It is certain that if the Shamrock II wins three out of four of the remaining events and takes the Cup back to Britain, the Americans will not be long ere challenging yet another test. The Shamrock 11., as indeed did her predecessors, flies a peculiar flag—that of “ the bloody hand.” The tradition from which it takes its place there is a weird one. Two Irish chieftians “ sailed with sails ” on the sea in a contest for the Crown. Whoever first touched the shore, he should be King O’Neill, seeing his competitor just ahead, took the rule literally, and putting off his hand, flung it on land —thus he conquered and thus he ruled. Sir Thomas Lipton takes the legend to heart in the true spirit of it, which ho reads as a lesson that the competition should bo a keen one, demanding every sacrifice and straining every nerve.

Mr J, Rose, of Welshman!?, advertises that he lias two dairy cows for sale. Mr Gore, representing Eec'dtt and Sons, is now on the Coast soliciting orders in the interest of his firm. We regret to learn that SergeantMajor Barrett is seriously indisposed. His sons are at present in G.eymouth. Four heavy young draught horse s will be sold at Ashton’s stables at 3 o’clock on Saturday, October oth by G. W. Moss and Co.

' The thorough-bred stallion Haria will bo at the service of breeds in this district during the season. For further particulars see advertisement. The only business at the Warden’s Court this forenoon was tho applications of T. and ,T. Walsh for timber cutting warrants at Moana, which were granted. All accounts owing to Creagh and iSlulvihill of Brunnerton, previous to dissolution of partnership, May 4th 1900, are requested to bo paid on or before the 10th of October, otherwise proceedings will be taken to recover same without farther notice.

The Kongsbyrd which arrived from Port Stevens on Friday, commenced unloading to-day a consignment of iron bark timber for the Eailway Department, Harbor Board and a dredging company south of Hokitika. A rather serious accident occurred on the wharf this morning to a workman named James Earl, who got hurt between two railway trucks, his leg being badly cut and bruised. He is now in tho hospital, where every attention is being shown him.

We are requested to inform our country settlers that G. W. Moss and Co will hold a sale of 300 store cattle, comprising 200 3 and 4 year old steers, and 100 store cattle (mixed ages and sexes) at Totara Flat yards on Wednesday IGth October, commencing at 1 o’clock. We are requested to remind country settlers of the big store cattle sale to be held at Arahura cn Friday next, when Messrs Mark Sprot and Co will offer for sale 300 head from Canterbury and Nelson districts. Suitable train arrangements have been made to enable settlers &o, to visit the sale. The Eihiopian concert and Dramatic performance, to bo held in the Opera House oh Wednesday night, will be one of the most popular and enjoyable entertainments ever hold in Greymouth. The rehearsals display vocal, instrumental, and dramatic talent in a combination of fun and merriment, rarely excelled by the best professional companies of the world’s centres. The Reefton and Grey Druids will play a football match on Wednesday afternoon. Owing to the Reefton Lodge being unable to get the train delayed, the match will start at 1 30 sharp. It will be seen by reference to our advertising columns thatMr T. Hubert Lee, will sell at Reefton on Saturday next, at 3 p.m. a number of valuable freehold sections which arc situated right in the centre of Broadway, and are without doubt the best building sites that can bo obtained. Wo feel sure the local knight

of ho hammer will have no trouble in disposing of the sections, especially as Reefton is looked upon as one of the most flourishing townships on the Coast. Pull particulars may be obtained in another column.

A woman appeared at the Christchurch i Police Court recently to oppose an application for the issue of a prohibition order against her. made by her husband. The husband, however, did not appear, and the lady had the field to herself. She informed the Magistrate, in rapid language, accompanied by vigorous gestures; that all the money she spent on drink she earned herself, and that her husband contributed no cash whatever to this expenditure. “ I will smash him to pieces the first time I meet him ” was her last effort, for she was promptly and ceremoniously escorted to the portals by the Court orderly. A rather peculiar medical case occurred in Timaru lately (says the Post). A little girl about five years old, who had been complaining of irritation in her nose for over two years, was relieved of the trouble a couple of weeks ago. Dr Bowie thoroughly examined the nasal organ, and discovered a shoe button embedded inside near the bridge of the nose. The obstruction had remained in that position for three years, and must have caused the poor child much suffering. The team to represent the Rcefton Druids lodge in the return match with the brethern of the Greymeuth Lodge on October 2nd is as follows :—Backs : Harvey, Austin, Rhodes, Searight, Prentice. Horne ; forwards ; King, Lochore (wings) Feeban, Slubbings, Gofton, Horne, Mob loy, Hoslop, Cbinn, Moore ; emergencies, Green, B. Molloy, Rivers, Stringer, Harris, Lcggoe. The mine manager of the Alpine Extended in his weekly report says :—“ A new malco of stone come in on the foot-

wall side cf the other reef, and is now 18 inches wide- but as it has not yet been broken into I cannot say anything about the quality A little water is making.”

A very sudden death • occurred at the Twelve Milo yesterday, when Mrs Delaney, while washing up the tea-dishes, fell down and expired immediately. The deceased, who was well-known and esteemed, had been in apparently good health, and the death came all the more startling. She was 60 years of age and leaves a husband and two sons. Messrs H. C. Hatley and Co. advertise for sale on account of Mr Wy Kee a large store and dwelling situate in Gresson street having a frontage of 40 feet by a depth of 99 feet with back entrance to and right-of-way. As the owner of the property is leaving the district. Messrs H. C. Harley and Co are prepared to sell at a very low figure. We are this week making a special display of embroideries and lace, also lace goods. The designs of these are simply exquisite, and it will pay you to inspect these goods before purchasing elsewhere. Prices are very moderate, and within the reach of all, W. McKay and Son.— Advt.

To those who are about to furnishWo have just landed an exceptionally fine Jot of floorcloths, linoleums and carpets from 18 inches to 4 yards wide. The patterns of these have been specially selected, and being imported direct from the manufacturer we can guarantee the prices to be absolutely the lowest.—W. McKay and Son,— Advt.

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