NEWS OF THE DAY.

Globe, Volume VII, Issue 776, 15 December 1876, Page 2

NEWS OF THE DAY.

The Recent Floods. —The South line is now open for traflic throughout, passenger trains having been run for the first time today since Tuesday across the Selwyn. This information will be acceptable to passengers who have been subjected to the inconvenience and annoying delays, consequent upon the necessitated use of t r ollies over the above named bridge during the last few days. County op Akaroa, —At the nomination yesterday, Mr James Hay was returned unopposed for the riding of Pigeon Bay; Mr B. O, Latter was returned for Berard; for the riding of Le Bon’s Bay, Messrs J. Dalgleish and W, Barnett were nominated; forOkaiu’s Bay, Messrs J. E. Thacker and J. Priest; for Wainni, Messrs H, Piper and T. S. Baker. Ashley County. —On Thursday Messrs Blackett and McßV.rlane were elected for the Mandeville riding ; Messrs Higgins and Tipping were nominated for Gust riding, and the polling will take place on the 22nd. The nomination for the Kowai riding takes place at Balcairn to-day, the candidates being Messrs F. Courage and W. C, Fendall. Cricket. M. O. C. C. v Dunsandel C. C. This match will be commenced on the U. GC. C. ground on Saturday next, at ten o’clock punctually. The following players will comprise the M.0.C.0. team, viz, Messrs Reeder, Gray, Sampson, Fairhurst, Horner, J., Smith, H. S., Palairet, Mclntyre, Watson, G. W., Taylor, and Bell. Akaroa Regatta.— The Annie Ogle and Fleetwing, yachts, both arrived safely at Akaroa yesterday. It appeals the passage was rather rough throughout. The Fleetwing arrived at 2 p m, beating the Annie in time by two hours. The following boats go from Lytieltou to compete—Mr Walsh’s Dauntless, Mr Roberts’ Edith Wynn, and Mr Smeaton’s Walerlily, besides these a boat from Christchurch goes down to compete. Athletic Sports in Lyttelton.— For sometime past some of the Lyttelton burgesses have been collecting money for the purpose of holding sports in London street on regatta day. They have been very successful in their appeals, and on Wednesday night a meeting was held at the Albion Hotel, Lyttelton. Mr Wra. Holmes occupied the chair, and stated that between £2O and £3O bad been collected besides gifts of boots, beer, etc. It was determined that the sports should be carried out and a rough programme was prepared.

Public Library. —The public library will be closed for a week from Monday next, for the purpose of removing the books and arranging them in the new building. The Eastern Question.— According to a cable telegram, dated London, December 13th, a feeling of great confidence now prevails regarding the Eastern question. Volunteer Fire Police.— The members of the Christchurch corps will assemble in uniform caps, at the Lichfield street station, at 8.30 p.m. on Saturday next, to take part in the torchlight procession. Heathcote Parish.— A Confirmation service will be held at St John’s Church, Ferry road, on Sunday morning next, at eleven o’clock, and at All Saints Church, Sumner, at 3 p.m. University of Ctago. —A telegram from Dunedin states that Professor Black’s lectures on chemistry have been recognised by all the Scottish Universities for medical graduation. The All England Eleven.— A Press Agency telegram from Dunedin states that the All England Eleven team leave Sydney on January 17th, playing first at Greymouth. Excursion to Little Akaloa.— The s.s. Akaroa will run an excursion trip to Little Akaloa to-morrow, and we beg to direct attention to the reduction in the fares, which are to be five shillings instead of seven shillings and sixpence as formerly advertised. Selwyn County.— The Hon John Hall has been elected a member of this county for the riding of Coleridge. For the Malvern riding two candidates have been nominated, viz—Messrs D. McMillan and 0. G. Parker, and for the Courtenay riding, Messrs Anson and Mathias. The Messiah. —A very successful practice of this oratorio, by members of the Harmonic Society, took place last evening at the Durham street Wesleyan church. The choruses went exceedingly well, and several of the solos were rehearsed. Judging from last night’s practice, the oratorio should be a great success. Court op Appeal.— The special object for which the Court of Appeal will assemble at Christchurch on the I2th of January next, will be to consider the points reserved in the case of Regma v Woolgate, who was found guilty' of wilful murder at Blenheim and sentenced to death. Kaiafoi Mayoral Election.—A requisition having been presented to the Mayor, it will be seen that in compliance therewith he has convened a meeting to be held at the Institute on Monday evening, at which the three candidates for the office of mayor will have an opportunity of addressing the burgesses.

Bangiora Horticultural SHOw.—The first exhibition of the season, and the third in connection with the Bangiora Horticultural and Floricultural Society, was held yesterday in the hall of the Literary Institute. The show, although a fair one, was not quite so good in all respects as that of last year. In addition to the local exhibits the Christchurch nurserymen sent a number of choice plants for exhibition. Several extra prizes were given, one being for the best kept cottage garden, which was won by Mr R. Miles, Southbrook. School Drill, —The annual examination in drill for prizes by the boys attending Mrs Boss’s school took place yesterday morning at the drill-shed, in the presence of a number of ladies and gentlemen. The competition was conducted by Sergeant-major Lewis, and consisted of marching and extension drill, and manual exercise, in all of which branches very great proficiency was shown. At the termination of the parade the following awards were made :—lst prize, silver cup, Master Hugh M'Kay; 2nd, Master Mann ; 3rd, Master Bolleston ; 4th Master Nee ; sth, Master Death. Four of the prizes consisted of valuable books, and after they had been presented, refreshments were partaken of and the boys dispersed to their homes. Bangiora —On Thursday last the anniversary of the Sons of Temperance was celebrated by a public tea and entertainment held in the hall of the institute. The tea was provided and got up by committees of the division, and the tables attended to by local ladies. There was an excellent spread, which was fairly patronised by the public. The after meeting was presided over by Mr J. Withers, the hall being well filled. The chairman in his address stated that there are seventy members in the division, very few have violated their obligations during the past year, and the accumulated funds amounted to about £2OO. Addresses on total abstinence principles were delivered by Rev J. Wilkinson, and Messrs Meredith, Trumble, bharplin, and Parks. During the evening the local band under Mr Jennings discoursed some music.

Anniversary Sports —A special meeting of the Popular Sports Committee was held yesterday afternoon at the Council Chambers. Present —Messrs Wynn Williams (in the chair), Bishop, Walkden, Andrews, Alport, and Captain Wilson. The position of applicants for sites for booths was drawn for, with the following result: —No 1, Mrs Julia Clark, 10ft ; 2, H. Sharpies, 1 Oft ; 3, E. Bashford, 20ft; 4, Criterion, 20ft ; 5, D. Christie, 16ft ; 6, T. Mutton, 20ft ; 7, R. Ogden, 10ft ; 8, T. Poole, 20ft ; 9, J. Robinson, 20ft. Three applications for lottery tables—the prizes to be fancy articles—were received, and referred to the ground committee. The hon sec, Mr Alport, reported that he had arranged withMrToomerto supply a band on the day of the sports. The committee then adjourned. Church of the Resurrection, DauVAUCHELLE’s Bay. —The opening services of this church were held on Sunday last, and were conducted by the Rev W. H. Cooper, incumbent of the parish. There was a celebration of the Holy Communion at 8.30 a m., which was not largely attended, but at even song tne church was crowded with an attentive congregation. The service was choral and was fairly rendered, the Psalms and canticles were chanted to Gregorian tones, “ Onward Christian soldiers” was sung as a processional, and “ O Word of God above,” and “We love the place O Lord” during the service. The sermon was preached by the rev the incumbent from 2 Chron vi., 41st verse, “ Now therefore arise O Lord God into Thy resting place, Thou and the ark of Thy strength." Notice was given that there would be service every Sunday, and a celebration of the Holy Communion once a month. The church is from designs by Mr Mountfort, and his plans have been well carded put by Mr Warwick, ooutracter.

Geraldine County —For tin- Temuka riding, Messrs J. Mendelson, A. Wilson, senr, J. Mutch, and R. A. Barker have been nominated. Accident on Railway, Timaru —On Wednesday a man returning from tbe beach with a horse and cart, attempted to cross the railway line a short distance in front of an approaching engine. He was, however, says the Herald , unable to get the vehicle across in time, and the engine struck the horse and cart with full force, breaking one of the hind legs of the animal and smashing the cart to atoms. The man fortunately escaped without injury. Waltham Sunday School—The anniversary sermons in connection with tbe above school were preached on Sunday last; in the morning by the Rev W. Morley, and evening by the Eev W. H. Beck, who also gave an address in the afternoon to the parents and children. The attendance at each service was very good, especially that of the evening, which was crowded to excess. Pieces selected for the the occasion were sung by the children in a very pleasing and creditable manner. The annual tea meeting was held on the following Tuesday in the church, which had been tastefully decorated by the teachers. About 250 persons sat down to tea and a much larger number attended the meeting held afterwards, which proved an unusually interesting one. The chair was taken by Mr W. Harris, who after a few suitable remarks called upon the super intendent to read the report, which showed 228 scholars on the roll, and twenty one teachers, with a fair average attendance. Addresses were given by the Revs J. Berry, B. J. Westbrook, J. Luxford, and W. Morley, and Mr Cumberwortb. The children again sang in good style, under the leadership of Mr J. Bishop, Mr Dyson presiding at the harmonium. After votes of thanks, a very pleasant meeting was brought to a close, by the Rev W, Morlev pronouncing the bene diction. Colombo Road Parochial District.— A meeting of members of the Church of England was held on Wednesday evening last, to receive the recommendation of the committee appointed to make enquiries respecting the best available site for a church. The chairman, Rev H. B. Cocke, stated that a piece of land fronting on Going’s road, and close to the school room, belonging to Mr Aynsley, which the committee had decided to be the best obtainable, could now be procured on very favorable terras. The Standing Committee of the Synod and also the Church Property Trustees had consented to make a grant of £IOO towards the cost of the site. Several speakers expressed their opinion that the church ought' to be placed near the centre of the most populous part of the district, rather than at the actual centre, as shown on the map. It was moved by Mr Restell, seconded by Mr Oliver Peacock, and carried unanimously— <l That steps be taken to secure the . site belonging to Mr Aynsley upon the terms liberally offered by that gentleman.” It was moved by Mr Shiele, seconded by Mr Brandon, and carried—- “ That the committee already appointed, with the addition of Mr Espenett, be requested to act as a working committee to secure the site agreed upon, and to procure a plan of a building, to be submitted to a meeting to be held in one month’s time.” The following gentlemen were elected a committee to canvass the district for subscriptions Messrs Restell, Espenetfc, Peacock, Shiels, Brandon, Brady, Hedfield, and Dutton. A subscription list was opened in the room, which resulted in promises to the amount of £136 Bs. After a cordial vote of thanks to the rev chairman for his action in the matter, the meeting separated.