NEWS OF THE DAY.

Globe, Volume XXI, Issue 1677, 5 July 1879, Page 2

NEWS OF THE DAY.

Resident Magistrate's Coitet. —There wore three inebriates before the Court this morning. None of the cases presented any special features. The usual flues were inflicted, two being mulcted in the penalty of 5s and one in 10s.

Colombo Road Weslbyan Church. — Captain Peek will preach in this church tomorrow (Sunday) morning and evening. Municipal Coepoeations Act. —An adjourned special meeting of the City Council was to have been held last evening for the consideration of proposed amendments in the Municipal Oosporation Act, but the Mayor and throe councillors being absent at the time appointed, the meeting did not take piece, and it now stands adjourned till Monday next, after the ordinary meeting. Biblb Christians. —The Rev. W. H. Ksaat will deliver a lecture in the Templar Hall, Worcester street, to-morrow evening,'on the “ Coming of the Kingdom of God.” The following hindrances will be considered— Drink, war, abominable Governments, and false religions. To commence at 6.30. The same lecture will be given at Waltham Library, in the morning, at 11. Live in thb Waihahapa. —There must be some playful folk in these dull times in the Wairarapa. The Masterton journal says : “ One or two attempts have been made lately to hoax us into publishing notices of the birth of fictitious twins. Having once been sold in this manner, we are very unl.kely to be again deceived. We do not insert notices of twins now without either a duly sworn affidavit from the parents or a personal inspection of the offspring. Inwabd San Fhancisco Mail —The s.s. Ladybird left Wellington at midnight yesterday for Lyttelton with the Canterbury portion of the European and American mail, via San Francisco. Her arrival may be looked for about eight o’clock to-night. Telegraphic Intbeehption. —The cable between Port Darwin and Banjoewangie, the eastern Javan station, bos broken down. Mdllb. Olga Duboin. This lady, a pianiste of high reputation, who is at present in Tasmania, intends shortly to take a professienal tour through New Zealand. As Mdlle. has to be in Sydney in August, only one recital will be given in each city of this colony. Aobioultttbal and Pastoral Associathe monthly committee meeting of the Canterbury Agricultural and Pastoral Association held yesterday afternoon, it was resolved to obtain the services of two judges (in horses and cattle respectively), from Victoria, £25 each to be allowed for expenses. Sydbnham Council Election.—Yesterday was the day for the election of a Councillor to fill the place rendered vacant by the retirement of Cr. Foster from the Sydenham Borough Council, but owing to the withdrawal of Mr Webber from the contest, there was no necessity to take a poll, and Mr Joyce was declared duly elected. Gaol Returns. —The returns of the Canterbury Gaol department for the month of June show that on the last day of that month there were 96 prisoners in gaol at Lyttelton, 42 at Addington, and 24 at Timaru. Seven male debtors, all of whom were discharged, were imprisoned at Addington during the month. One female was incarcerated for debt in the same gaol. Conversazione. —The quarterly conversazione in connection with the Trinity Congregational Church, was held last evening, in the school-room, Manchester street, the Rev. Mr Walker in the chair. The proceedings of the evening consisted of readings, recitations, and scientific experiments. Mr Knight presided at the harmonium. There was a good attendance, and a very pleasant evening was passed. Trout Fishing. —Next year’s trout fishing in the Oust is expected to be seriously affected by the late flood, as large numbers of young fish were washed out of the river named, and have been left high and dry in some of the pools left by the flood. One gentleman states that at one particular spot there are some hundreds of dead fish from three to six inches in length.

Ashburton County Hospital. These buildings may now be said to have been fairly started. The trenches for the foundations have been excavated to tho proper depths. A considerable portion of the concrete foundations are also completed, which give the general conformation of the various buildings on the ground. In about three or four weeks if the weather keeps fine, the works will be sufficiently advanced to lay the foundation stone. Normal School Entertainment. —The midwinter entertainments in [connection with the Normal School take place on Wednesday and Thursday next, at the Oddfellows’ Hall. For the first evening invitations have been issued by tho principal and students. The piece on that evening will be “ She Stoops to Conquer,” which it will be recollected was very successfully given on the occasion of tho entertainment last year. On the second evening, “ All that Glitters is not Gold,” will be played. The characters in the pieces will be sustained by the students connected with the school. The Darrells. —Mr and Mrs Darrell and company open at the Gaiety for a short season on July 12th. Mr G. W. Qeddes, who has joined Mr Darrell as business manager, is making arrangements for the season, which will be essentially a comedy one. This will be the farewell appearance here of the Darrells, the delicate health of Mrs Darrell necessitating her removing to a warmer climate. All playgoers will regret that this is so, as Mrs Darrell has made herself a great favorite, not only here, but throughout tho colony.

University of New Zealand.—The ceremony of presenting the diploma of the BA. degree to the students who have gained that distinction this year will take place shortly. It was intended that it should be performed on Tuesday next in the Provincial Council Chamber, and invitations had been accordingly issued to those interested. An advertisement announce l , however, that the ceremony is unavoidably postponed, but the invitations already issued will be still available. Out of the graduates of this year, there are two belonging to Canterbury, namely, Messrs P. Fitohett and J. Hay, who will receive the diplomas.

City Improvements. —Excavations are being made for the for the foundations of Mr Joynt’s new offices in Gloucester street. These offices are close to the foot bridge, near the old Provincial Buildings, and will face north. The ywill be most conveniently situated with regard to the Supreme Court and the new Resident Magistrate’s Court. The architect is Mr Armaon and the contractor Mr Tate. The style of the building, which will have a cement front with stone coursings, is that which Mr Armson has made so familiar with the flaneurs of this city. The new odiilca will do much towards beautifying a part of the town which depends at present on the “Sun” office and the old Telegraph office for its daily supply of the sublime in architecture.

Tub Reported Wreck.—Up to the time of our going to press nothing had been heard of the wreck which had been le ported as having occurred at the mouth of the Rakhia.

Curious Accident,—As a horse was drinking at the city tank this afternoon, the weight of the dray behind it throw it forward into the tank. After a severe struggle therein it succeeded in extricating itself, after having smashed one of the shafts.

Thb Late Floods. —As will be seen by advertisement communication is now restored on the Great South line, and all trains will run according to the time table;to-day. Supreme Court. —A Chamber sitting was held yesterday, at which a considerable amount of business was transacted. The criminal session opens on Monday next. St. Albans’ Literary Society. — The usual weekly meeting of this society was held on Thursday evening, when “ Paraphrasing ” was the subject of discussion. On Thursday next, readings and recitations will be given. Ashburton Borough Council. —Mr Joseph Ivess has resigned his seat in this Council, and two more vacancies are spoken of. Mr G. M. Robinson has consented to stand for the vacancy caused by the resignation of Mr Ivess.

Inquest. —At an inquest held at the Selwyn Bridge Hotel, on the body of the late Mr Barnes, who died on Wednesday evening last, the evidence went to show that the death resulted from an accident which happened to deceased on Monday, and a verdict was returned to that effect.

The Forger, Blahteen. —The prisoner Blantern, who is under sentence of three years’ imprisonment for forgery, was brought from Timaru yesterday, to bo in attendance at the criminal sessions of the Supreme Court in Christchurch, when he will be tried on another charge of forgery.

Sumner. —An excellent entertainment was given in the schoolroom on Thursday evening, but, owing to the bad weather, the attendance was not good. The programme was a very good one, and was given entirely by Christchurch friends, Messrs N. G. and T. Barnett, Appleby, A. J. Merton, McOardell, Guarritz, and Little taking part. It included two pianoforte duets, four male voice glees, “ The Toast,” “ Hark, ’tis the rolling drum, ” “ Tolskia,” and “The Three Chafers”; vocal duet; the following songs: —“Polly,” “ Simon, the Cellarer,” “ Annabell Leo,” " Blow ye breezes,” and “ Non e ver ;” and two very humorous readings given by Mr McOardell.

Thb Hill Benefit. —A fairly attended meeting of the general committee in connection with the benefit intended to be tendered to Mrs Walter Hill and family was held yesterday afternoon at the City Council Chambers. The managing committee brought up their report, recommending that the psrformances take place on the 21st and 22nd July, in the Oddfellows’ Hall, and that that hall be engaged on the terms offered by the Oddfellows. A deputation from the Ancient Order of Foresters waited on the committee, and urged the changing of the dates proposed, as their benefit performance in aid of the Widows and Orphans’ Fund takes place on the 24th. Mr Cook spoke at some length in favor of the postponement of the benefit to Mrs Hill, the Foresters’ Dramatic Society undertaking to play for it, and the members to use their utmost endeavors to make it a success. It was pointed out that a number of the Forestere desired to evince their respect for the late Mr Hill by being present on the occasion, but that'if the two benefits came in one week they would he unable to do this. A long and animated g discussion ensued, the members of the committee expressing their desire to meet the wishes of the Foresters as far as possible, but pointing out that to postpone the benefit so long as was necessary to comply with their request would bo likely to militate against the perfect success of the scheme. Ultimately, a resolution was carried expressing the regret of the committee that they were unable to accede to the request of the Foresters. The report of the subcommittee was adopted. A telegram from Mr George Darrell was read, and a statement made of a second offer proposed by Mr Hoskins, on behalf of Hiscooks, Haymau and 00. It w»« resolved— “ That this committee, consisting of private friends and admirers of the late Mr Walter Hill, is of opinion that it would not be consistent with the position they have assumed to go before the public with performances for the benefit of his widow and family in which other than—generally—amateurs appeared. The committee, however, appreciating the many evidences given by members of the dramatic profession of a desire to testify their sympathy with the family in their bereavement would suggest that the members of the profession take independent action of their own in the matter, and should they decide to adopt that course, this committee will gladly extend to them every support and assistance in'their power.” The names of Messrs Izett and Atack were added to the managing committee, and the meeting adjourned, after passing a vote of thanks to the Mayor.

The Mammoth Minstrels. —There was a capital house last night at the Theatre Royal, when the Mammoth Minstrels again made their appearance in an excellent programme. Both laughter and encores were hearty and frequent, and the whole performance wont well throughout. By invitation of Mr Thos. Kennedy, agent of the company, ten of the convalescent patients from Sunnyside, with Mr Seager, were present, and enjoyed their evening thoroughly. To-night there will be a change of programme, when the burlesque opera of “Maritana” will be given. Juvenile Band. —Mr A. Oorrick of Durham street, has formed from amongst his pupils—who average about eleven years of age —a really excellent band of string and wind instruments. Leaving out Mr Corrick, the band numbers five violins, one flute, two cornets, a double bass, and a triangle. The juvenile leader plays violin solos with variations, in a way which would do no discredit to an accomplished adult musician. They will make their first public appearance at an entertainment to bo given by them in the Free Methodist schoolroom, St. Asaph street, in aid of the funds of the trust. With musical friends who have promised their asiistance there will be a band of twenty performers together with a strong chorus. An attractive programme has been issued, and no doubt there will be a large attendance on the occasion.

Board op Governors. —A special meeting of the Board of Governors of the Canterbury College will be held on Monday next. Cemetery Board. —The nsnal meeting of the Cemetery Board will be hold on Monday afternoon. Mb Wtbert Reeve. —The new star in connection with the Theatre Boyal—Mr Wybert Peeve—will open on Saturday next, July 12th, in the new play “ All for Her ” Friends of Labor Intbstmbnt:Socibty. —The half-yearly meeting of this society will bo hold on Monday next at eight o’clock to receive the secretary's report and balance sheet, election of officers, &c.

A lady in Fair Haven got her foot stuck in a soft spot in a concrete wall. Sing “hey the merry maiden and the tar.” —“Yale News,”

A young lady’s prayer-book is so heavy now that it takes a yoang man to carry it home from church. “New Orleans Picayune.”