NEWS OF THE DAY.

Globe, Volume I, Issue 37, 13 July 1874, Page 2

NEWS OF THE DAY.

Oddfellowship, —A summoned meeting of the Loyal City of Christchurch Lodge will be held this evening, at tho old Oddfellows’ Hall, at 7.30 p.m , to elect auditors, &c.

Benevolent Aid. —The secretary of the Benevolent Aid Society begs to acknowledge the receipt of ten guineas from his Honor Mr Justice Gresson, being his annual subscription.

Wesleyan Musical Festival.—A rehearsal with the organ will take place this evening in the Durham street church. The festival has been fixed for the 30th instant; Lecture. —The Rev J. Waterhouse will deliver a lecture on “ My Mission to the King of Fiji” at the St Albans Wesleyan Church this evening. Testimonial. —Mr and Mrs Jacobson, who, after a residence of six years, are leaving Lincoln, were presented on Friday hist with a handsome testimonial in the shape of a marble clock and silver teapot, both bearing suitable inscriptions. Orange Dinner. —The brethren, of the various Orange Lodges working under the jurisdiction of the Grand Lodge of the Middle Island, in this Province, will celebrate the 12th July by dining together at the Oddfellows’ Hall this evening. From 250 to 300 guests are expected to be present, including the District Grand Master and the members of the Grand Lodge. Children’s Service.— The Rev J. Waterhouse, Wesleyan Missionary to Fiji, held a children’s service yesterday afternoon, at the Durham street Wesleyan Church. The scholars attending the various Wesleyan Sabbath Schools, together with those of the Baptist Church, were present, tho church being filled. The rev gentleman delivered a very interesting address, interspersed with anecdotes of missionary life in Fiji.

Theatre Royal. —“ Uncle Tom’s Cabin” was produced on Saturday evening at the Theatre Royal to a very good house. As Eva Miss Rosa Towers appeared in a character distinct and different as possible from those which she has sustained during the past week, and was as thoroughly successful as in “ Grif.” The other characters were well filled, and the piece is capitally put on*the stage.

The Domain. —The public meeting convened by his Worship the Mayor, in compliance with a numerously signed requisition, will take place at the Oddfellows’ Hall tomorrow evening. As will be seen elsewhere, Mr Wynn Williams gives notice of his intention to move a resolution, expressing the opinion of the meeting that the further encroachment on the Domain, by the erection of the Canterbury College, is undesirable.

Accident. —A man named John Murphy, who lives on Shand’s Track, near Rrebbleton. met with a serious accident on last Friday night. It appears that he left town that evening for ITebblcton, with a load for Mr Blyth, and when near the Riccarton Church he slipped off the shafts, and his feet becoming entangled in the reins he fell, the wheel passing over his left thigh and breaking it. He was found lying on the road by Mr Hopper, baker, when returning from his rounds, and removed by him to the hospital, where, in addition to the fracture of his leg, it was discovered that he was otherwise badly bruised. Eangiora School Committee. The members of this committee met on Friday evening. There were present the Rev Canon Dudley, Messrs Aherne, Bell, Blackett, Johnston, Luxton, and Cunningham (chairman). The further consideration of the fencing was brought forward, and the chairman reported having waited on the Board of Education in reference to the matter. A tender for the dividing fence between the boys’ and girls’ playground was accepted, on the motion of the Rev Canon Dudley, at the rah: of £7 5s per chain. A letter -was read from Mr Chapman, the architect, with reference to works required previous to opening the new schools. It was resolved, on the motion of Mr Blackett, that the gravelling be deferred for the present, it being deemed advisable that carting should not be allowed on the ground during the present weather. A resolution was adopted, stating that the committee were willing to accede to a rate being levied on the district for the extra cost of fencing and other matters. Mr Cunningham moved that, in consequence of the great difficulty experienced by the mistress in finding suitable accommodation, the Board be requested to sanction the erection of a dwell-ing-house in the sills’ playground. Home of the members objected, but eventually, on being put to the vote, was carried in favor of the ayes. The committee then proceeded to consider the programme for the opening of (he schools, and after a considerable discussion it was decided to adjourn for a week.

Kaiapoi Institute. — A special meeting of the committee was held on Friday evening. Fifteen persons were present; Mr Beswick (president) in the chair. The resignations of the librarian (Mr Bean), and the secretary (Mr Wilson) were accepted. The president stated he had appointed Mr G. F. Hewlings as secretary, and Mr C. Braddcll librarian, till the December quarterly meeting of members, when the election of secretary and librarian would take place. On the motion of Mr McKenna, seconded by Mr Balch, the action of the president was approved of. It was decided to have the new portion of the buildings painted to match that upon which the painters were at work. After the discussion of some minor matters the meeting adjourned. Football. —The match on Saturday last was an alphabetical one, the divisions being A to L v M to Z, the former wearing red and the latter blue caps. The Reds won the choice ofgoals, and naturally took the south end, as there was a strong wind blowing from that quarter. The Reds were slightly more numerous than their opponents, having twenty-one players to eighteen, and, with the advantage of the wind, soon pressed the Blues hard, although several efforts were made by the latter to get the ball out of danger, only temporary relief was obtained. After about ten to fifteen minutes’ play Mr Harman, the president of the club, by a neat kick, scored the first advantage for the Reds. Ends were immediately changed, but the Blues were not so fortunate, although they made several good tries at goal, the ball on one or two occasions passing oyer the post and once between them, but was not allowed, owing to an infringement of the rules. The Reds worked hard, and twice drove the ball behind their opponents’ goal, notwithstanding the wind, but they did not get any material advantage, as tho Blues, by some well-concerted efforts, soon had the ball away, and in their turn pressed them very hard, and Mr Sweet, who played with great energy, obtained tho first goal for the Blues. The Reds now had easy work, and although the Blues made a bettor resistance this time, they were unable to keep the ball out and a second goal was scored for the Reds, Mr Hartlnud giving thefinal kick. The Blues then having the wind had their revenge, and in about five minutes Mr Parkerson, by a good kick with the left foot, placed another goal to the credit of the Blues ; the number of goals thus being equal. The Blues, who played better together than their opponents, although still not quite so numerous, made a very determined fight for the next goal, and at a few minutes to five Mr E. Pavitt gained a touch down for the Blues, it being close to the side of the ground the place kick was almost an impossibility and it was wisely decided to kick the ball to some one on theirown side in front of the goal, which was succefsfully performed, and Mr Macquarie catching the ball obtained a goal by a good drop kick. The game was continued until five o’clock but no further advantage was gained. We omilted to mention that .just before the Reds scored their second goal Mr Dobson obtained a touch down, and in performing the place kick was thought by some to have obtained a goal, the ball was however stopped by one of the Blues, and the captain of that side, who was in the goal at the time, decided that it was no goal ; but we are sorry to say that, notwithstanding this decision, several players on the opposite side squabbled for some time afterwards, although it did not affect them in the least, as in a few minutes they obtained a goal beyond dispute. It is a great pity that these squabbles should take place, as they only create unpleasantness in the game, and detract greatly from the enjoyment. We hope to sec in future perfect discipline amongst the players. Several members on each side would do well to remember that too many back-players spoil the side, and only create confusion, whereas if they played forward they might be of some assistance to their side, if for nothing else, by being out of the way, when they would find that their goal would be more secure trusted to a few, who would be able to work properly together.