NEWS OF THE DAY.

Globe, Volume IV, Issue 457, 1 December 1875, Page 2

NEWS OF THE DAY.

A Whale Stranded.—A. correspondent of the Presshna sent a telegram to the effect that ;i whale 90ft long tins been cast ashore on ihe beach within four miles of the mouth of the Rakaia. Arcoricultural Society,—The usual monthly meeting of the Arboricultural and Horticultural Society will be held this evening at the Clarendon Hotel, and the rose show in connection with the society tomorrow at Mr Alport's new rooms. Canterbury Amateur Athletic Club.—The adjourned meeting of the above club will be held this evening, at Warner's Hotel, at half-past seven o'clock, for the election of officers, revision of rules, and election of new members.

Fijian Exhibition.—The large collection of Fijian curiosities in Maling's warehouse was well attended yesterday. At the invitation of Mr Surplice, the children in the Lyttelton Orphanage will visit the exhibition on Friday next. Race Hokses.—Quite a number of race horses went away in the Taupo, s.s., yesterday, tor Wellington. They included Mr Delamain's Templeton and Puugawerewere, Mr Redwood's Korari, Guy Faux, and Cocksure, and Mr P. Campbell's Daniel O'Rourke and Tattler.

Inquest.—An inquest was held yesterday at the Junction Hotel, before J. W. S. Coward, Esq, coroner, on the body of Mr Aaron Fussell, farmer, residing at Tai Tapu, whose death had resulted from an accident. From the evidence it appeared that, on the 26th instant, deceased was returning home sitting on the side board of his tip-cart, and when about half a mile from the Junction Hotel one wheel got into a rut which caused the cart to tilt, throwing him out. In falling he caught hold of the shaft, and held ou in that position for a few seconds. He then fell to the ground and the wheel passed over his groin. Mr Fussell was picked up shortly afterwards and conveyed to the hotel, and was subsequently attended by Drs Prkis and Symo, but died on Monday morning. Dr Prins, who was examined, attributed death to the injuries received, and the jury returned a verdict of accidental death.

Tea Meeting.—A tea meeting in connection with the Trinity Congregational Sunday School was held last evening, in the schoolroom, Manchester street. About 350 persons sat down to an excellent tea, provided by the school committee, the tables being presided over by the lady teachers. After tea had been partaken of a public meeting was held, at which there was a large attendance. The Rev W. J. Habens occupied the chair, and after a few introductory remarks called on the secretary (Mr H. Waters), who read a sketch of the progress of school since its foundation in 1864. During that time 1300 scholars had been taught in the school, 350 of that number were still on the books, and the present condition of the school was very satisfactory. The financial statement attached to the paper read showed that during the eleven years the school has been in existence £209 14s 4d had been received, and £2ll 5s 2d expended, leaving a small balance due to the treasurer. The meeting was also addressed by Mr S. C. Farr, superintendent of the Sunday school, and Messrs J. P. Jameson, J. Inglis, and J. Woodham. During the evening the church choir sang some pieces of music and hymns at intervals. After a collection had been made, the meeting was closed with singing and prayer. Acclimatisation Society.—The usual monthly meeting of the council of the Acclimatisation Society was held yesterday, at the gardens. Present—Hon J. T. Peacock (chairman), and Messrs R, D. Thomas, A. Duncan, H. B. Johnstone, J. Marshman, and S. O. Farr (hon sec). The secretary read a letter from Mr J. D. Ormond, Napier, in re Ply> giving information as to the means taken to procure the Californian salmon ova, lately arrived, and saying it had been received by his brother through an agent in San Francisco. The ova had originally been obtained from Mr Stone, fish commissioner on the New Lode river, who had first to obtain permission from the Washington Government before he could supply trum A letter was read from Mr B. Forster, saying that he would turn 150 trout into the lakes and rivers contiguous to the West Coast out of the 250 received by him from the society. Mr Davidson, secretary to the South Canterbury Society, wrote, saying he would be in Christchurch next week, and would then make arrangements for obtaining pheasants and trout from the Christchurch Society. Mr Davidson also complained of the high price of Is each placed on the young trout for disposal to a kindred society. After discussion on this letter, it was resolved that 1000 trout be sold to the South Canterbury Society at half the usual price. The Commissioner of Police wrote acknowledging receipt of a list of the names of those persons who have taken out licenses to fish (thirty-six in all). A letter was read from Sir Thos. Tancred, enclosing a cheque for some trout and quail which had reached their destination safely, and had been liberated. He also would desire some chaffinches, if the society could obtain them. Mr C. G. Tripp, Orari Gorge, wrote asking to be supplied with about twenty young sparrows and the same number of small English birds. He would also desire to obtain some Californian quail and twelve young hares. It was decided that the request be complied with as far as possible. An application from Mr F. Strange for a number of young trout at the usual price, to liberate in a stream flowing into the Little Bakaia, was acceded to. A letter was read from Mr W. C. Walker, Mount Possession, offering to purchase 100 young trout. The application was granted. A discussion <ook place on a letter received from Mr Mellish at last meeting, suggesting that boys under a certain age should be allowed to fish at a portion of the river to be defined free of license fee. Ultimately further consideration of the leiter was deferred until next meeting The secretary stated that the receipts for the month of November had been £l7 15s, and the expenditure £ls 0s lOd. The accounts were approved and passed for payment. A subcommittee, consisting '>f Sir Gracroft Wilson, Mr H. B. Johnstone, and the secretary, was appointed to draw up the annual report to be submitted at the next monthly meeting. A resolution passed by the garden committee, recommending that a sum not exceeding £25 should be spent on neeessary repairs to the curator's house, and for stoves, &c, was approved. A recommendation from the same committee, that Mr Starkiss be paid a gratuity of £5 for his extra services, pending the appointment of a curator, was confirmed. It was decided to allow the curator £6 lis 3d, travelling expenses from Invercargill to Christchurch. Ihe Council then adjourned,

Popular Amusement Association.—A | meeting of the members of the Popular Amusement Association was held yesterday afternoon at 4 p.m. Present—His Worship the Mayor (in the chair), Messrs Wynn Williams, Walkden, J. Ollivier, Andrews, and R. P. Crosbie (hon secretary.) The secretary stated that he had written the various letters referred to at last meeting, but had received no answers. His Worship said that the City Council had agreed to grant the use of Latimer square, and also to give some of the old timber from the bridges as suggested by the surveyor. The matter was now in the hands of the surveyor, and the association would have to say whether they would carry out the plan proposed by him for the erection of the grand stand. After some discussion Mr Ollivier moved—- " That Mr Walkden be requested to proceed with the erection of a permanent moveable grand stand for the association." Mr Andrews seconded the motion, which was agreed to; Mr Walkden stated that the men were now at work cutting the course, and that it would be ready in a few days. Mr Ollivier mentioned that he had that day received a telegram from Mr W. P.. Mitchell, stating that he would be back from Melbourne the next day, and asking that his name might be retained on the committee. It was unanimously resolved that the name of Mr Mitchell should be retained on the committee. It was resolved to ask Mr C. C. Corfe to act as umpire in the walking race, and also to act in conjunction with Mr 8. P. Andrews and Mr F. H. Digby in handicapping the mile race, the two mile race, and the walking race, it being decided to place these three events under that category. The programme was then considered in detail, and that of last year adopted, with a considerable addition to the value of the prize list, a third prize being added in several of the most important events. The details will appear in our advertising columns in a day or two. After the transaction of some further routine business the meeting adjourned,