NEWS OF THE DAY

Globe, Volume VIII, Issue 867, 5 April 1877, Page 2

NEWS OF THE DAY

To OUR Readers. —We have to apologise to our readers for the late delivery of this issue of the Globe. The cause of the delay is an accident to the printing machinery. The Pooley Case.—The Grand Jury this morning returned a true bill in the case of Regina v Edward Pooley and Albert Bramhall, malicious destruction of property. Public Buildings in Christchurch. — Yesterday, in reply to a question from the Chairman of the Chamber of Commerce, the Hon J. D. Ormond said he understood that the ceremony of laying the foundation stone of the new public buildings, in Cathedral Square, was to take place at an early date.

Presbytery of Christchurch. — A special meeting of the Presbytery is to be held today, at the Gust, for the induction of the Rev. N. McCallum.

An 111-Wind, &c. —The late fire in Pictou destroyed the municipal rate-book, and it is said several ratepayers intend to take advantage of this fact to refuse payment altogether. Kaiapoi Synods. hen. —Messrs P. Hanmer and J. C. Porter have been nominated and duly elected as members of the Diocesan Synod for the parish of Kaiapoi. Canterbury Autumn Meeting. —The sale of booths, right of sports, horse yards, &c., for the Autumn Meeting of the C.J.C., will take place on Tuesday next at Radcliffe’s Hotel at three o’clock.

The Kaikoura Cattle. —The cattle alleged to have been brought from the infected district of Kaikoura into the Canterbury district have been sent back to the Kaikouras, in charge of mounted-constables Dance and Bashford.

Durham Street Wesleyan Church. — The annual meeting of the congregation of this church was held last evening in the Sabbath schoolroom, when there was a large attendance. The Rev W. Morlcy occupied the chair, and addresses were delivered by the chairman, Rev J. S. Smalley, Connal, and other gentlemen. Football.— At the annual general meeting of the Christchurch Football Club, held last month, it was resolved that the season should commence on the first Saturday in April, and although in the opinion of some it is rather too early, and the weather still too warm for this game, the committee have determined to carry out the resolution, therefore the opening match —viz, Rorth v South (Cashel street being the dividing line), will take place on Cranmersquare on Saturday next; the former side wearing red and black colours, and the latter blue and white. We hope that.there will be a largo attendance of members, lac match will commence at 2.45 p.m, sharp.

Christchurch 1 lorticultural Society, A meeting of the committee of this association was held last evening at Radeliife s Hotel. Mr E. C. J. Stevens was in the chair. The other members present were Messrs G. A. Reade, Gun trip, Greenaway, and Allen. It was resolved that the chrysanthemum show should be held on April 25th, to be open to the public at 7.30 p.m-, admission tree. Messrs Law and Duncan y/ore appointed judges It was also resolved that g meeting should be held afterwards (o discuss the best method of encouraging the interest of the public in horticulture. Kaiapoi Institute.- The monthly meet-in»-of the committee was held on Tuesday evening. There were nine members present, Air R.°.S. Bean, in the absence of the president, being voted to the chair. The treasurer stated (hat after paying for the books ordered there was a. balance of £B2 in hand. Sundry accounts were passed, and matters of onlv routine business discussed. In connexion with (his institution it has been asked if the popular entertainments of previous years could not he started again, or a course of lectures held which would be interesting to the-members. Probably the committee will consider this matter woithy of its consideration.

The County Act. —The County Council of Eodney, Auckland, has"resolved to bring the whole Act in force.

The Rev. Charles Clark.— This popular lecturer, who is now on a visit to Canada, has written to a friend in Melbourne a chatty letter, which has lately been published. After describing the severity of the winter, ho says of himself, in the style which pervades the letter: —I ought not to complain, however, for I was never so hearty in my life. My wife is the happy possessor of 13fib more husband than she ever owned in Australia. The scale goes gracefully down with me at IGoflb, and yet the pristine elegance of my statuesque form is unimpaired. I survey the expanse beneath my waistcoat with sivflicicnt pride, but trust I am not puffed up beyond measure either with vanity or miscellaneous Canadian produce. I shall hot permit “ lleshly ” considerations to keep me in' this country, but when the roving lit is over, shall return to Australia, cheerfully facing the risk that the cherished extra pounds may “melt, thaw, and resolve themselves into a dew.” “A dew.” That seems to suggest that, as there is no natural conclusion ’to such a letter as this, I should at once permit this gossiping epistle also to resolve itself into adieu. South brook Wesleyan Church.— The. Rev. W. Morlcy, of Christchurch, kindly consented to preach the anniversary sermons in connection with that church on Sabbath, March 25th. Congregations were large and attentive. On Good Friday the annual tea and public meeting was held. As usual the ladies supplied the tables with substantial and delicate provisions. The numbers sitting down showing their commissarial talents were appreciated. After tea the church was crowded and no standing room could be obtained. Mr James Little, of Woodcnd, - was called to the chair, and Revs. Beck and Taylor conducted devotional preliminaries. Mr John Thompson read an encouraging report and balance-sheet. Rev. W. Beck spoke on “ church work.” Rev. W. Morlcy took for subject “ Supporting the cause of God,” Rev. J. Luxford spoke on “ The influence of Christianity on business and pleasure,” and Rev. J. Taylor, Messrs Graham and Thompson dealt with local ma ters. Mr C. Howard’s choir, with Master A. Graham, harmonist, discoursed sweet music creditably. The total proceeds were over £l7. St. Mary’s, Addington. —The decorations at this church on Easter Day were very neat and effective. They consisted of wreaths of greenery and flowers round the windows and on the pillars of the chancel screen, and crosses, and emblems, and texts placed in many parts of the church. Over the screen was suspended a cross five feet high, covered with white wool, and bearing on its surface a smaller cross of red berries. Running along the top of the screen was the text, “ Thou art the King- of Glory, O Christ,” written in. colors on a white ground. The reading-desk and lectern were decorated with wreaths and flowers, and the altar with vases of flowers. Although the weather was very severe during the forenoon, the services throughout the day were well attended. The choir mustered in full force, and sang the musical portions of the services with great taste. On Wednesday evening the annual Harvest Thanksgiving service in this parish was held, at half-past seven o’clock, when a special offertory was made in aid of a fund for providing music books for the church choir. Malvern Hills. —The day schools in this district had their annual picnic on Easter Monday, when the Malvern, Kowai Pass, and Russell’s Flat schools met at Waddington and proceeded to Gorge Hill. After some sports and short excursions there was a plentiful supply of sandwiches, cake, tea, &c., distributed. Mr Wilson then kindly took those who wished to cross the Waimakariri, nearly 300 in number, over in the punt. Cricket and various other games were played, and children’s racing for five pounds worth of prizes followed. These created great interest as one school after another came in winners. Mr Brown acted as starter. The Malvern school sung several pieces, and Mr Barlow and Master Barlow, of Kowai Pass, played the violin and bass viol. After rccrossing the river buns, fruit, nuts, &c, were liberally distributed, and before the party broke up, Mr Pease called for three cheers for Mr Wilson, which were heartily given. Messrs McMillan and Robertson, the chairmen of Malvern and Russell’s Flat committees, were indefatigable in their exertions to amuse the children, and when the party dispersed all were pleased with the day’s proceedings. Rangiora Wesleyan Church. —On Monday last the quarterly meeting of this circuit was held in Rangiora. Present —Rev J. A. Taylor, chairman, Rev J. A. Luxford, Messrs T. Wilson and Joseph Thompson, circuit stewards, and sixteen members. The expenditure for the quarter was £llO 17s 2d, and income the same. The ministers reported 125 members, four removals, and one death. The trustees of Woodcnd Church applied for the collections on Sabbaths April 15th and 22nd, towards expenses of their trust account. This church lias been entirely altered and improved, and the opening services will be held on those Sabbaths ; the request was granted. On the Chairman’s nomination various officers were appointed for the year, and Mr Philpott, of Raithby, was thanked for his services as society steward. The Rev W. Beck, of Kaiapoi circuit, attended and requested Rangiqya circuit to accept Mandcville Church and property, and supply the place with preachers. Ho explained the reasons why this course had been adopted, and after some discussion the offer was accepted, subject to Conference approval. This being Rev J. Taylor’s last meeting in Rangiora, a resolution thanking him for past valuable services, and wishing him success in kSpringston, was cordially carried. Several spoke of the progress made during Mr Taylor’s superintendence. The new superintendent, Rev W. Canned, was requested to hold trustee meetings at Oust and Ashley Downs churches at his earliest convenience, and Rev J. Luxford, with Messrs Graham and Thompson were requested to accompany him. It was reported that the new parsonage was finished, Mr Withers, the contractor, having given universal satisfaction, Mr John Thompson was thanked for his kindness in procuring furniture. The bazaar was definitely fixed for Thursday, May 24th. At the local preachers’ meeting in the evening, the Rev J. Luxford presided, and six preachers were present. The usual questions were satisfactorily answered. Several alterations in time of services were made. Waikuku is to have a week night service, the local preachers to conduct alternately with the ministers, Leith field to have three Sabbath evening services quarterly, in addition to present number. An ini cresting conversation on the general work followed, in which valuable suggestions were made, and the meeting closed with prayer.

. Havelock. —The township of Havelock, Marlborough, which made a commercial jump ■at the time of the Wakamarina rush, but which did not afterwards go much ahead, is now congratulated by the Blenheim paper on the fact that the Bank of New Zealand is to open a branch there. Wesleyan Church. — I The quarterly meeting of - the Christchurch Circuit was held in the vestry of. Durham street Church on luesday evening last. The Rev. \V. Morley occupied the chair, and the newly appointed ministers, the Rev. J. S. Smalley, from Napier and tire Rev. W. Worker, from Kaipara, were also present. More than twenty office bearers from the several churches of the circuit were *ii! attendance. The chairman presented the roll of membership, showing the total number to-be 812. The stewards, reported the amount received for the sustentation fund during the March quarter to bo £lB3 15s, while the expenditure was £IBO 17s (Id. Upwards of £l2B had been also paid from the Sabbath collections to the Trust and Boor Funds of the churches, and £92 had been raised for the Home Missions, so that the total income exclusive of scat rents was over £IOO. The senior steward, Mr J. Rutland, having served the usual'term, a cordial vote of thanks was accorded to him for his services. Messrs C. W. Turner and J. Ballantyne were unanimously appointed circuit stewards for the ensuing year. The lay representatives, elected by the December meeting to attend the conference, gave a verbid report of the proceedings, and explained certain now financial regulations. A conversation on churches, initiated by the chairman, and in which several members took’part, followed, and the meeting closed shortly after nine o’clock.