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Gisborne Times, Volume VII, Issue 430, 31 May 1902, Page 2

A notice in regard to that flourishing institution, the Now York Life Insurance Company, will appear in Monday’s issue 1 The Poverty Bay Farmers’ Union Executive meet at the Masonic Hotel this morning at ten o’clock. The Empire Skating Rink will be open this afternoon from 2.30 to 4.20, and also to-night from 7.30 to 10. Captain Edwin wired yesterday:— “Moderate winds from between northwest and west and south ; glass rise ; good tides.”

The s.s. Tarawera has been delayed a& Dunedin till Sunday, and will arrive here on Wednesday afternoon, leaving the same evening for Auckland. “ Which mind shall take charge of the universe, or was the cricket mistaken ?” ought to be an interesting subject at Wesley Church on Sunday ovening. A close public holiday is to bo observed on Tuesday next, the Prince of Wales’ Birthday. Tho times to be observed by the post and telegraph office are given in the mail notice column.

On Tuesday (tho Birthday holiday) the Empire Skating will be open both morning and afternoon from 11 to 11.30, and 2.30 to 4.30. Tho admission will be 6d, and skates Od. A meeting of the Gisborne branch of the Farmers’ Union will be held at the Masonic sample-rooms this morning at 10 o’clock. Several matters of importance aro to eonie up for consideration, and it is hoped that thero will bo a large attendance of members, and intending members. Mr T. G. Lawless, land and estate agent, reports the sale of Mr G. Williams’ tobacconists and hairdressing business in Gladstone Road, tho purchaser being Mr C. W. Ferris. The latter has many friends throughout tho district, who will, we are sure, wish him every success in his business carcor.

Tho Rev. William Gillies, late of Timaru, will proach both morning and evening at the Presbyterian Church tomorrow. The rev. gentleman, who comes to Gisborne in connection with tho now century fund, is one of the most prominent and best known men in tho church, and should draw largo congregations. Yesterday, southerly and S.W. were the prevailing winds. Overcast weather was general, showers falling at Capo Egruont, Dunedin, and Invercargill. A slight swell was running in at Napier, and a moderate sea at Castlepoint. The Wairoa bar was reported good. A light sea was running at Timaru, and rough at Bluff. Moderate seas were reported at Cape ■ Egmont, and from Farewell Spit southwards.

The County Council have voted the sum of £SO towards the Coronation celebrations on the understanding that the money should be chiefly expended on a permanent memorial. “We shall probably see the dredge John Townley on the top of the belltower,” satirically remarked one member. “ The John Townley will be all right shortly,” replied Cr Cooper. Tliat Cr Cooper’s prediction may soon be 1 realised is the earnest hope of ail ratepayers.

An accident of a serious nature happened to Mr John Pollock, of Gladstone road, yesterday afternoon. He had been in failing health for some time, and a fire was kept burning in his room. During the afternoon yesterday the chimney caught fire, and in the excitement some sulphur was thrown on the flames instead of salt, with the result that tho fumes completely overpowered Mr Pollock, who was some time in a very critical state. Dr. Fisher was 6ent for, and attended the patient, who is now on a fair way to recovery.

One of the most successful concerts eve r held in Waerenga-a hika took place on Thursday evening, in aid of the school funds. There was a very large audience, and the performers, who were considerably strengthened by some of the leading Gisborne talent, acquitted themselves in a very capable manner. Mr Gittos opened the concert with a pianoforte solo, and songs were contributed by Misses Davis, Jones, and Faubert, and Messrs

T. Doyle, Raymond, A. Zachariah, and 11. DeCosta, and sevorai recitations were given by Messrs A. Webb and Sneridau. The accompaniments were played by Miss Neill and Mr Gittos, and deserve a special word of praise. After the concert the performers were hospitably entertained by Mr and Mrs McClure. Dancing then took place till two in the morning, when everybody dispersed thoroughly pleased with the evening's entertainment. A most successful outing was held by the members of the Hunt Club at Pakowhai yesterday. The weather was perfect, the going was good, and as the hounds ran slower than usual the field kept well together. Amongst these present was Mrs Dunlop, on Sailor, who took the fences in pleasing style. In the second check Mrs Hardy rode Sailor. Miss Hodge rode A.8.W., and made a good display, taking the fences splendidly. Amongst the gen-

tlemen who took part in the hunt were : Mr J. Malone (huntsman), who was well mounted on Mangamahaki; Mr Nolan Evans (whip), on a "hestnut gelding; Mr Donald Macfarlane, on Maori Roy ; Mr A. B. Williams, on Forest King, who jumped splendidly, and was to the front all the way; Mr D. Barry, oil Ngaru, who went well ; Mr J. M. Gouldsmith, on Fencer, who did not make any mistakes ; Mr C. Dunlop on Totangi, Mr R. Williams on The Tyre, Mr W. Jobson on Ludykillcr, Mr J. Caljigan on Czar, Mr L. C. Gouldsmitk on May Fly, Mr T. Carson was up on Majestic, and had the misfortune to be the only rider unseated during the bunt, Mr E- Sergeant rode

Apollo, and Mr A. Zachariah Kotiti, the latter going well, Mr C. Fairlie on Nikau, Mr J. Blair was mounted on Moonlight, Mr D. McKenzie on Rainbow, Mr H. Hodge on Dick ; and many others. Mr Hodge, tiie popular proprietor of the Murewai Hotel, extended a hearty welcome to the company, providing a firstclass luncheon free of charge, his kindness being much appreciated. The next meet will be held at “ Fairfield ” on Tuesday (Priucc of Wales’ Birthday).

Messrs A. X. Hookey and H. C. Clark returned from the Coast last evening, having proceeded as far as Awanui. Mr Clark, who is a member of the well-known firm of Messrs Archibald Clark and Sons, returns to Auckland by the Waikare this morning. This is his first visit to Gisborne and the Coast, and he is highlypleased with the prospects and fertility of the district.

The Auckland Star complains of the cheerless homecoming accorded to members of the Sixth and Seventh Contingents. It states that the local Brigade Office was not apprised of the return of the men, and there was no one to meet them, in an official capacity, either at Onehunga or at the Auckland railway station. Those with relatives in the city were met at the station, and proceeded to their homes; others, living in the country, tilled in the dayt as best they could. The men all have arrears of pay due to them, but can get nothing till receipt of advice from Wellington. Meanwhile the men are practically penniless; one man has £7O due, and not a shilling in his pocket. All that the Brigade Office can furnish the men with is a pass to their homes.

Wesley Church Services.—To morrow (Sunday): 11 a.in., “ Looking, Seeing, and Saying " ; 7 p.m., “ Which Mind Shall Take Charge of the Universe, or, Was the Cricket Mistaken ?” Anthem. “ Let us Worship.”—Lev. B. F. Rothwell. Holy Trinity Church Services.—Tomorrow (Sunday), first Sunday after Trinity: 8 a.m., Holy Communion; 11 a.m., Morning Prayer; 7 p.m. Evening Prayer,—Preacher, Rev. W. Welsh.

Roman Catholic Church Services.— To-morrow (Sunday): Gisborne, Mass 8 and 11 a.m., Vespers 7 p.m. No service in the country.—Rev. T. Mulvihill. Turanga Church Services.—To-morrow (Sunday): Waerenga-a-hika (with Holy Communion) 11, Makaraka 0, Ormond 7. —Canon Pox. St. Andrew’s Church Services. —Tomorrow (Sunday): 11 a.m. and 7 p.m., Rev. W. Gillies, late of Timaru, will preach in connection with Now Century Fund. Seventh Hay Adventist Church Service: The subject at tho above Church on Sunday night will be, “ Christ's Closing Work in the Heavenly Sanctuary.”— Mr F. E. Lyndou.