ANNIVERSARY DAY.

Globe, Volume XX, Issue 1508, 16 December 1878, Page 2

ANNIVERSARY DAY.

Although a few grumblers in the city asserted that the weather might have been improved by being subjected to a cooling process, it was generally admitted this morning that a finer day for holiday-keeping could scarcely have been desired, and the opportunity afforded was taken advantage of to the fullest extent, for from an early hour in the morning until noon the streets were crowded with cheerful folks, determined to find rational amusement according to their own particular ideas of pleasure. The trains were well filled with visitors to Port and districts, while closely-packed vehicles of every description, with plethoric hampers etrapped thereunto, proclaimed the fact that many parties preferred picnics in quiet out-of-the-way places to the more tiring search for amusement amid the crowd. At half-past 10 o'clock an impressive special service was held in the Cathedral, when a congratulatory address was presented to the Primate upon his safe arrival from England. About the same hour, at the Oddfellows' Hall, the members of the various fire brigades from Otago were received and entertained at breakfast by the members of the local companies and many of our leading citizens, at the conclusion of which those who had " assisted" at the same adjourned to llagley Park to witness the keen competition for the various prizos offered in the liberal programme arranged by tbo Popular Sports Committee. Tins pleasant, place of public resort was remarkably well attended, and the excellent arrangements made to allow tlie immense number of visitors to witness the various contests without experiencing cxtraordinay inconvenience rellects the highest credit upon the managing committee. The results of the various events until the latest hour they could be obtained are published elsewhere, the remainder being unavoidably held over until our next. The excursion trips, by the Wnnaka to Akaroa, the steam munch Lyttelton to Governor's Bay, the Akaroa to Pigeon Bay, and the Titan to Little Akaloa, came in for a fair share of public patronage, and the returned exourtiomßts by road and rail will doubtless make an immense assemblage this evening to witness the torchlight proci snon and the display of fireworks, arranged to follow. The route of the former will be along Cashel street, Colombo street as far as Montgomery's comer, Tuam street, }!i 'h street, Cathedral square, Victoria street, Salisbury street, and (he Park, where, time having been allowed for tie safe ingress of spectators, a well-arranged pyrotechnic display v, i,l ! ring to a termination a day's amusement that, on account of its excellence, should certainly be well able to bear the morrow's reliction. THE COMMEMORATION SERVICE IN THE CATHEDRAL. The return of the Primate from his visit to the Lambeth Conference being nearly coincident with the twenty-eighth anniversary of the settlement, induced those interested to combine the celebration of the two events by a service within the Cathedral walls. Accordingly, arrangements were made for the purpose, and a laryo assemblage was the result. At the eastern end of the Cathedral a dais was erected, upon which were placed two harmoniums used in conducting the service. Here also were stationed the united choirs of St. Michael's, St. John's, St. Mary's, Meri-

vale ; and St. Luke's, Pupanui, The clergy taking part in the service were: Very Rev. the Dean of Christchurch, Yen. Archdeacon Dudley, Archdeacon Wilson ; Revs. Cotterill, Watson, Lingard, Penny, Merton, Stack, Cocks, Flavell, Brown, and others. Rev. E. A. Lingard acted as precentor. Prior to the commencement of the service the members of the Chapter, headed by the Very Rev. the Dean, assembled at the west door, and presented the following address, which was read by the Dean, to the Primate : To tho Most Reverend Henry John Clitty, by Divine permission, Bishop of Christchurch, and Primate of New Zealand. My Lord,— We, your Lordship's dutiful servants, the Chapter of your Cathedral Church, and tin members of the Cathedral Commission, desire to offer you a hearty welcome, in our own name, and in the name of all who are assembled here to-day, on your entrance within these walls on this interesting occasion. The ceremony in which we are engaged is deeply interesting to us all, for several reasons ; first, as being a means of celebrating in the fittest way the Anniversary of the Foundation of tho Canterbury Settlement; secondly, as an opportunity of again expressing our satisfaction and thankfulness on account of your Lordship's safe return to your diocese, coinciding, as it does, very nearly with the twenty-second anniversary of your installation as cur Bishop; and, thirdly, as an occasion for gratefully acknowledging the progress already made in the erection of tins Cathedral, and for stirring up both in ourselvei and others a livelier zeal anda deeper enthusiasm for the completion of at least a portion of this building, to be consecrated to the glory and worship of the Almighty Father through our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. Wehave now arrived at the twenty-eigh'h anniversary ol the foundation of this province, and when we contemplate the signal proofs of material prosperity which surround us on every side, both in town and country, the steady and almost uninterrupted advance which has beeu made from year to year, in population, in commerce, in wealth, and in all the arts and appliances of civilised lite, we should be wanting alike in sense and gratitude, if we failed to acknowledge the source whence all these blessing i flow, and to offer an unfeigned tribute of thanks and praise to the bountiful Author of all our prosperity. But the return of this anniversary teaches us more than this, reminding ns. as it naturally does, that the Canterbury settlement was based on the recognition of the essential importance of religious instruction, and of tho whole life of the colonist being gnided and pervaded by Christian influences. And this Cathedral, my Lord, standing as it was intended by the founders of Canterbury to stand, in the centre of this growing and thriving city, will be a perpetual and conspicuous witness to tho principles which characterised tho foundation of the settlement, while the doctrine taught within these walls, the influences which will flow forth hence, and the associates which will grow up around this sanctuary, will realise, we trust, in ever increasing measure, the devout wi-hes and noble aspirations of the ever-memorable founders. Animated by this hope, we are exceelingly anxious to see fresh and vigorous efforts put forth for the completion of the nave of their Catedral, that ere long the sacrifice of prayers and praise may be offered hen continually; and wo regard your Lordship's return from England as a favorable opportunity for inaugurating such new efforts. We trust that the churchmen of Canterbury ■will he inspired with an earnest and united dt-sire to place your Lor ; 'ship as soon as possible in possession of a church, the wor.Jiip in which shall be a model for that of all the Parish Ch'irehes of the Diocese, and whence living waters shall flow forth abroad for the refreshing of tho Church's pastures on every side. Lookin? forward also to the anticipated mooting in this city of the general Synod of the Ecclesiastical services in the course of the year 1880, we earncstlylhope that this sacred building will be by that time so far advanced, as to afford spiritual hospitality, in the highest and holiest sen->e. to the Right Reverend Fathers, aad the clerical and lay representatives who will the i be assembled together from all parts of the colony. Being well assured that yonr lordship heartily sympathises with us in all the feelings and ampliations to which wo have thus endeavored to give expression. We remain. Your lordship's dutiful and affectionate servants,

Signed by Henry Jacobs, Dean of Christehurch, New Zealand, And the Members of the Cathedral Chapter and Commission. Christehurch Cathedral, Christehurch, December 10th, 1878. At the conclusion of the address the clergy and Primate, headed by the choir, moved up the centre of the Cathedral to the dais, tho choir singing hymn 370, " Now thank we all our Grod." The service was then proceeded with aH follows:—The Lord's Prayer; Psalm JS, Magnus Dominus, singlo chant in A; Ps'lm Misereatur, single chant in G; Psalm 84, Quam Dileeta, single chant in G ; Psalm 100, Laudate Dominum, single chant in C ; the Lesion, Ist Chron. xxix, oth to 22nd verses, " Gladness" ; Te Deum L-tudn-mua; the Apostle's Creed; Prayers; Hymn 240. His Lordship then delivered an eloquent address, expressing the pleasure he felt at being present on the occasion, and hoping that ere long the building in which they were assembled would be completed. The service wnsthen continued as follows: Hymn IG6; special thanksgiving; the Hallelujah Chorus ; the Bishop's Blessing; and Hymn 215. "The Church's one foundation " having been sung as a recessional, tho service concluded. A collection, which was liberally responded to, was made during the service, towards defraying the cost of the roso window on the western front of the Cathedral. THE FIRE BRIGADE RECEPTION. In order to welcome their Dunedin confreres, the Chriatchurch Brigade determined to give a breakfast, which waß held in the Oddfellows' Hall this morning. About 300 guests sat down, including the members of the Christehurch Firo Brigade, the visiting brigudes of Dunedin, Mornington, Port Chalmers, Lyttelton, Kaiapoi, &0., the Christchurch Fire Police, and a number of prominent citizens. The chair was occupied by his Worship the Mayor (EI. Thompson, Esq.), supported on the left by Hon. E. Richardson and Mr E. 0. J. Stevens, M.H.R, and on the right by Superintendent Harris (Christehurch Firo Brigade), Captain Murphy (Dunedin), Captain Dale (Port Chalmers), Captain McCluskey (Mornington), Captain Sinclair (Waimate), and Lieut. Mills (Timaru). Tho vice-chairs were filled by Messrs O. T. Ick (Mayor elect), J. Oilivier and Andrew Duncan. Mr Bashford was tho caterer, and provided a very excellent spread, which was done ample justice to. The Chairman said that apologies had been received from his Honor Mr Justice Johnston, Messrs Harman, Mellish, and others. The usual loyal toasts having boon proposed and duly honored, Tho Chairman proposed the health of "His Excellency the Governor and the New Zealand Parliament." The former was about to receive the reward of his valuable services in this colony by being promoted to the Governorship of Victoria, a promotion which they would all agree was well merited, is to their Parliament', they would, he thought, think with him that it would compare favourably with any other. lie would couple the names of the lion. J. T. Peacock, the Hon. E. Richardson, and Mr E. C. J. Stevens with the toast. [Cheers.] Hon. J. T. Peacock bri< fly responded, thanking t>o3o present, for tho way in which the toast had been drunk, and expressing his own conviction that, whenever necessary, the Uppar House would do its duty. MrStcv.ns said that, on such a festive occasion, tha briefer their remarks were the better, i'o would only siv that he trusted that the members of the Houso of Representatives would do their duty as w.ll ns the Firo Brigudes of the colony did theirs. [Cheers.] Hon. E. Richardson said that lie could say that when any request como from tlk; fire brigades to the House of Representatives, he fell, there that it would receive that, amount of coi sidcration which measure* affecting tbeir interests had met during the ] do sfspion of the AsicmHy. [Cheers.] lie had much pleasure in being pn-so it on the oceadon and welcoming the brigades who had met together that day. [Cheers.] The Chairman then proposed "The Army, Navy, and Volunteers," coupled with the name of Captain Hawkes, Christehurch City Guards.

Captain Hawkes responded, expressing the pleasure he felt that the services of the volunteers were ueknov. lodged on such an occasion as the present. Ho looked upon tho volunteers as brothers in one good cause, and he could only say this, that if at any time the volunteers could aseist the Brigade in the discharge of their duties they would be happy to do so. fCheers.] Mr Stevens rose to propose tho next toast, that of " His Worship the Mayor and City Council of Christchurch." When they looked around them and saw the rising prosperity of such centres of population as Dunedin and Christchurch, which but a few years back were comparatively howling "wildernesses, they recognised, in 30m3 degree, what they owed' to the gentlemen who had controlled their municipal affairs. He gave then the toast, and felt sure they would drink it with enthusiasm. [Cheers.] His Worship the Mayor, who was loudly cheered on rising, said that it was a matter of great congratulation that their efforts on behalf of tho citizens should have received recognition, particularly on so pleasant and interesting an occasion as the present, lie would not talk longer, as he had been talking throughout the year ; but as his term of oflieo was 'all but expired, he would ask his successor Mr Ick to respond to the toast, [Cheers.] Mr Ick spoke briefly, and expressed the gratification the members of the Council and himself felt in meeting the visiting brigades that day. Mr Ick then proposed " The Visiting Fire Brigades," coupled with the names of Capt. Murpby (Dunedin), and Sinclair (Waimate). They owed a great debt of gratitude to the Fire Brigades, and he hailed with much satisfaction suchgatheringsasthe present, as indicative of a bond of union between the brigades of the colony. He trusted during the next year to be present at many similar gatherings. He himself could claim to be one of the brotherhood, as h* had taken part in the formation of the Dunedin Brigade some twenty years ago. He referred to this with much satisfaction, as the Dunedin Fire Brigade was composed of the most efficient and gallant men in the colony. [Loud cheers.] The toast was drunk with enthusiasm and musical honors. Captain Murphy (Dunedin) said that he was sorry he was not a better speechmaker, but firemen were not as a rule much of speech-makers. He hoped next year the Dunedin men would have the pleasure of returning the compliment. Such a gaihering a 3 this must be a source of great gratification to those gentlemen who had the interests of fire brigades at heart, representing as it did the largest gathering of liremen ever collected in New Zealand. He thanked the Christchurch representatives for the kindly manner in which they had been received during their visit to Christchurch. [Cheers.] Captain Sinclair also briefly returned thanks. Mr Olliver rose to 'propose the next toast, "The Agents of the Insurance Companies." He had learnt at the moment of his coming into the hall that the various insurance companies intended to act with such liberality towards the lire brigades of the colony that they would be perfectly independent of any subsidy from any other source. With an ample supply of wat<r, a gallant body of firemen such as those around t. em, the life of an insurance agent would be one long happy dream, as no fire could possiblv do damage under such circumstances. With such a state of things he was glad to be, able to state that the insurance companies were going to act with such unexampled liberality towards the brigades as would astonish them, and with these remarks he would ask them to drink the toast, coupled with tho names of Messrs W. D. Mearc3 and J. A. Bird. [Cheers.] Missis Meare-j and Bird responded, thanking the members of the Fire Brigades throughout tho colony on behalf of the Associated Insurance offices for their efforts at fires.

Hon. E. Richardson proposed the "Old Settlers of Canterbury," coupled with the names of Messrs Pratt and Anderson, whose names had become as familar as household words.

Messrs Pratt and Anderson spoke in reply, expressing the gratification they felt at being present on such an occasion, and related some of the hardships which the settlers by the first four ships had to undergo in the course of their endeavors to found the settlement which had since that time made such remarkable progress. Mr 0. W. Turner proposed the next toast, " The Members of the Fire Brigade and Fire Police." They were indebted to Mr Superintendent Harris and his Brigade for quiet nights' rest. Those who, like himself, were in business, knew the value of the feeling of confidence they had in the ability and tact of Superintendent Harris, of wh oh they had had so many instances, and the efficiency of the men under his command. [Cheers.] He would couple the toast with the names of Superintendent Harris and Captain Mitchell. [Cheers.] Superintendent Harris, who was warmly received, said that he hardly went with Mr Turner in his confidence as to the security of the city from fire. He was afraid that the mercantile community were apt to place too much reliance upon their Fire Brigade, wdio could not do without necessary appliances. The fact was that they wanted an efficient water supply, and had hoped after the meeting held that day twelvemonths in that hall, that it would have been accomplished. He would say no more on this subject for fear of giving color to the report that he had water on the brain. But he wished seriously to urge upon the mercantile community the great necessity which existed for an efficient and improved water supply. [Cheers ] Captain Mitchell replied, giving a brief rrm/me of the rise and progress of the Fire Police. Hon. E.Richardson proposed the "Officers of the City Council," remarking that the city was greatly indebted to the otiicers of the City Council for the manner in which their duties were discharged. Dr. Foster, city solicitor, responded brielly. Mr John Anderson proposed "The Press," coupled with the names of Messrs. R- A. Lougbuan and J. S. Guthrie, who responded. This closed tho proceedings. THE SPORTS. The sports at Hogley park took place in the presence of at lease 5000 spectators, under the superintendence of tho following officers and members of the popular sports committee : President—W. Rollcston, Esq. Vice-President—'l ho Mayor of Christehurch. Hon. Treasurer— H. K. Alport. Judges—Messrs Oil vicr, Mitchell, and Hebden. Referee—F. Dii-'by. Stwtcr—S. P. Andrews. Clerk of t';o Course—J. F. Wachsmann. Handicappers—S. P. Andrews and J. F. Wachsmann. Stewards of the Grand Stand—H. E. Alport and members of the. Committee. Timekeepers—J. Kebdeu aiH Waeh -maim. Telegraphist —H. Murray. Secretary fur Entries-F. 0. Hull. Hon. b'e3. —F T Haskins. Committee : Chairman—J. ullivier. His Worship the Mayor H. K Alport W. H. Wynn Williams J. Hebden W. R. Mitchell W. Pratt C. Walkden K. D. ■ hoiias J..s. Gape* 0. T. [ek S. P. Andrew.-; J. i: '- Wachsmann. The following is IhelL-:, of the events : Boys' Hace. For boys under 16, Distance, 220 yards. First prize, 30s ; second, 10s ; third, Four entries. H. Ba-oa 1 C. Scrimshaw... ... ... •■■ - D Eraser '•'< This was a capital race, Bacon keeping the lead from tho start, and "inning with ease; Scrimshaw cloee behind him, Fraser a good third, 'lime— 28secs. Men's Pace, 100 yards; run in heats. First pr/.e, t! is ; Becond, 30s ; third, 15s. Ten eutr.es. M. K. Gibbons 1 J. Lucky .'. 2 D. C Macbeth 3 Time—Usee. 2-sfchs,

SECOND HEAT. J. A. Nicholls 1 J. Morland 2 S. Simpson 3 Time—lOsec. 4-sths, Boys' Eaco (under 14); distance, 440 yards. Fir?t prize, 20s; second, 10s ; third, ss. Fifteen entries. J. Maclean 1 S. Per eaut 2 E. Gilks 3 This was a straggling race, a good start being mado, but they soon separated, and J. Maclean came in a winner by about four yards, the same distance being between the and third. Time—flosec. 3-sth Decidedimg Heats Mens' Eaco. J. A. Nicholas 1 W m . Gibbons 2 J. Morland 3 This was a splendid race, Nicholas leading throughout, and making a finish with Gibbons closo up behind, J. Morland bringing up the rear a good third. Time-—Usee. l-sth. Buys' Eace (under 16), distance, one mile. First prize, 30s ; second, 15s; third, 7s 6d. Four entries. G. Montgomery 1 J. Atkinson 2 J. Parish 3 Atkinson led in the first lap, Montgomery passing him in the second, Atkinson keeping the second place, the same position being maintained until the straight run, when Atkinson again took the lead, but was quickly passed by Montgomery, who came in first, Atkinson a good second, and Parish a considerable distance behind. Time —smin. 12secs. Men's Two-Mile Handicap Walking Ea^e—• First prize, =£s 5 ; second, „C2 2s, third, XI Is. Sixteen entries. F. Gibson 1 H. Godfrey 2 J. Bowley ... ... ... ... 3 Grainger fell out in the first lap. Bowley began to improve his position in the third lap, and in the fourth passed his first man ; in the fifth lap he overhauled Fraser, Lavery pulling up. Fraser at this point lost his chance of first place, but stood well for second or third. In the fifth and sixth laps Bowley got to the front by two more competitors, and was then sixth. In the sixth lap young Bowley gave in, having walked remarkably well. Bowley passed the stand fourth in the sixth lap. Up towards the finish the three winners dropped in to their places, Gibson ultimately coming in first, closely followed by Godfrey, Bowley third, a good way in the rear. Bowley entered a protest against Gibson, on the ground of not walking fair. Time, 15min 29-saec. Men's Eace, 440 yards. Firs'- prize, GOs; second, 30s ; third, 15s. Four started. J. Lukey 1 N. Gibbon 2 Luckie led nil the way from the start, and won easily, Gibbon and O'Connor coming in closely second and third respectively. Time — 55secs. and 4-sfhs. Boys' Eaco, under 12, distance 410 yards. Eighteen entries. First prize, 20s ; second, 10s ; third, ss. f. Butterfield 1 A. Scrimshaw ... ... ... ... 2 AV. Skinner ... ... •> The boys started in a cluster, but when half round became a long straggling line, the three winners coining in in the order named, about twenty yards bring betvrcen the first and arc >nd, and the third about fifty yards behind. Time—69secs. Wheelbarrow Eace (blindfold), distance 150 yards. Three entries. First prize, 20s; second, 10s. C. Brown 1 W. Lavery ... 2 _ One Tdile Handicap Banning Eace. First prize, <£! Is; second, £'2 2s ; third, J3l Is. Twentytwo entered, and sixteen started. J. M. O'Connor 1 R. Wo dlertou 2 W. Both 3

Roth shaped woll in the first lap, and led in the second. Whiting was leading in the third, followed by Roth and Woollerton. Ultimately O'Connor won, Woollerton a pood second, and Roth third. Time —4min.411-st.hs sec. Tug of War (open to all members of Fire Brigades in uniform). If not less than ten on ea h side, sides may be chosen on the ground. First prize given by tha Superintendent of Fire Brigade, <£3 or trophy ; second prize, «£3 or trophy. Christehurch v. Timarn. After a sharp contest, which lasted several minutes, during the wildest excitement, the Christcburch men fairly pulled their antagonists over the lino. Christehurch and Lyttelton v Dunedin, Port Chalin rs, and Mornington. This also resulted in a victory for the Chriatchurch and Lyttelton Brigades. Christehurch v Kaiapoi. This was the most prolonged and most; strenuously contested tug, Chriatchurch again winning.