NEWS OF THE DAY.

Globe, Volume XXI, Issue 1722, 27 August 1879, Page 2

NEWS OF THE DAY.

Yolumbbe Paeade.—Wo have been requested to call attention to the fact that an inspection psrade of volunteers will take place on Friday night. Political Meetings. —Election addresses were delivered last night by Mr Stevens at the Gaiety Theatre, Christchurch, the Hon. O. O. Bowen at Kaiapoi, and the Hon. J. T. Fisher at Woolston. Reports of the meetings are published in our Supplement. Resident Maqistbath’s Oouet. —To-day Richard Woods, on remand from Wellington, and charged with obtaining goods valued at £2 6s XOd, under false pretences, was remanded until Monday. There was another charge against the prisoner of breaking into the Durham street Wesleyan Church and schoolroom, and stealing money therefrom. Appeopeiating a Compliment. —When the express wont South yesterday morning both Sir G. Grey and the Otago football (cam ware passengers. The friends of the latter mustered in strong force, and, as the train left the platform, gave them three hearty cheers. Sir George, however, being accustomed to be honored, thought the cheering must be intended for him, and, much to the amusement of all those present, came out and bowed with extreme politeness to the friends of the footballers. Guild op the Holy Rood, Kaiapoi.— The anniversary soiree and treat in commemoration of the dedication of the church at Kaiapoi, was held in the Oddfellows’ Hall on Monday evening, and was a very successful affair. There were about eighty-five children who joined in the treat. After tea various games were in request. The piece “ Goody Two Shoes ” was represented on the stage by the friends of the guild, and caused a considerable amount of amusement. A very pleasant evening was spent, windmg up with a dance afterwards. Me Hall’s Meeting at Lbeston. —After the reporters left on Mondry, *’\e meeting became veiy noisy, Mr Hall being asked questions indiscriminately. After this had gone on for nearly an hour, Mr V 7 m. Milos proposed, and Mr Clin. T. Dudley seconded —“ That this meeting beg to thank the Hon. J, Hall for his address, and has eveiy confidence in him as their representative for the Selwyn County.” Mr Baldwin, schoolmaster, of Brookside, proposed as an amendment, and Mr G. Stevens seconded —“ That this meeting bog to thank the Hon. John Hall for his address, but could not pledge themselves to vote for him at the coming election.” The chairman put the amendment and proposition to the meeting, and, amid groat uproer and confusion, he declared Mr Dudley’s resolution carried. Inquest at Ashbueton. —An inquiry into the death of Alexander Gordon was held at the Royal Hotel, Ashburton, yesterday. John Gordon deposed to deceased being in good health on the morning of July 19 th, when he was missed. Andrew McOonachie saw deceased at 430 p.m, on July 19th. He was then sober, and intended to go direct home. He had a shilling’s worth of whiskey and a shilling’s worth of brandy when he started for home. Francis Dynes, farmer, at Wakanui, said deceased called at his house on the evening of July 19th at 6 p.m. Deceased had a horse and" dray with him, and stated that he came from Ashburton, and wanted to go to Charing Cross. Deceased stopped and had some tea, but refused to stop for the night, as he wanted to get home. Witness directed him on his way as well as he could. Dr. Stewart had made a post-mortem examination. The body was partially decomposed. There were no external marks of violence. The brain and lungs were congested. Death had resulted from exposure. After other evidence, the jury returned a verdict—“ That deceased was found dead, but how or by what means he came to his death, there was no evidence to show.” Election of Oouncilloes. —The annual election of twelve city councillors for Christchurch will be held on Thursday, September 11th, The election of three councillors for the borough of Sydenham to replace those retiring will take place the same day, Mabinh Defaetment. —lt is notified by the Marine Department that all vessels engaged in fishing, either with or without decks, are exempt from light dues. The Comic Opeea Company. —This company made their first appearance in Christchurch last night at the Oddfellows’ Hall in “ H.M.S. Pinafore.” There was a good house, and the performance was thoroughly successful, almost every piece of music being encored. Pressure of space, consequent on the political meetings held last night, precludes the possibility of an extended criticism, which will be reserved for the next issue. “H.M.S. Pinafore ” will bo played again this evening. Child Tossed by a Cow. —As Mrs Reed, of Sheffield, was preparing some food for her cow, a little boy of her’s, about four years’ old, came out of the house and attempted to drive the cow away. The cow turned round and rushed upon the child, and, catching him upon her horns, tossed him over an adjoining fence. Upon being picked up, the child was found to have sustained considerable injuries about the face. The cow's horns had entered the cheek and torn it downwards towards the mouth. There are other minor injuries, but Dr. Meadows is of opinion that the child will do well. Alaem op Fiee. —About four o’clock yesterday afternoon the fire bolls rang an alarm. The brigade, with the two fire engines and the police, turned out, and hastened to the scene of the fire, which was found to bo the chimney of a house in Manchester street, next to Mr Alport’s. The fire was promptly extinguished, no damage being done to the house. Rowdyism at the Gaiety Theatbe.— Last night the proceedings at Mr Stevens’ meeting at the Gaiety Theatre were frequently interrupted by the rowdy behaviour of two men named Allen and Butterfield. More than once tho Mayor, who presided, called attention to the unseemly disturbance, but without availing to check it. Ultimately they were removed by the police, who then arrested them and took them to the depot. The Mayoe’s Chain. —At the meeting of the City Council Ip it night, Councillor Wilson, in commemoration of his being the first Mayor of Christchx’-oh, presented the Council with a massive gold pendant of rich workmanship to attach to the chain of office worn on special occasions by the Mayor. The pendant consists of a shield with an ornamental border, and bears tho inscription : “ William Wilson, first Mayor, Chairman 1867, Mayor 1863.” The crest of 'the donor, a lion rampant, is inscribed on tho shield. The Missing Man Venneld. The search for tho remains of Yonnell was renewed yesterday. The searcli party consisted of nine of tho Christchurch constabulaiy and twenty civilians, refreshments for the whole party being provided by Mr Deal, of the Rotherfiold Hotel, Christchurch ; Mr A. Stenning, of the Junction Hotel, and Mr Collier, of the Royal George. No fresh traces of the missing man have been di:covered. The search will be. resumed to-day. Rakaia. —Mr McDonald, who has been newly appointed to tho Rakaia and Ashburton Forks railway works, met with an accident on Monday afternoon. He was going up the line for the first time, seated on a trolly-load of sleepers. Tho engine drawing the trollies had stopped, and on starting again Mr McDonald put out his hand to steady himself when the jerk came. Just then two sleepers coming together, their edges nipped off the first joint of one of his fingers as cleanly as though it had been amputated. Mr McDonald was at once brought back to Rakaia, whore tho express was met, and ho came on to Christchurch to have his finger dressed. Induction Sbeyices at Ashbueton.— Yesterday the Rev. A. M. Beattie, M.A., was formally inducted to the pastorate of Ashburton, Waterton, and Wakanui Presbyterian district. There was a largo attendance, and tho Bov. J. Blake preached, and conducted the preliminary services. These concluded, the Rev. Mr Elmslio performed tho induction ceremony. Tho Rev. Mr Fraser addressed the pastor after ho had received the right hand of fellowship, and Mr Macallum then addressed the people. At two o’clock the members of Presbytery took luncheon together in the Central Hotel. A tea meeting was held at the Town Hall In tho evening, when music and addresses were given. The Obanobhen. —A meeting of members will take place next Thursday in the Orange Hall, to consider matters re tho election of members for Christchurch. Conceet. —A grand concert in aid of the church funds will take place in St, Stephen’s Church, Lincoln, next Friday night.

Provincial Council Clock.— On the solicitation of the Mayor, Sir George Grey, subject to the consent of his colleagues, has presented the city with the clock which has for a long period been stowed away in the Provincial Council buildings and never been erected. It was manufactured at a cost of £750, and comprises the upper ornamental portion «f the clock tower in iron work. It is proposed to erect it either in the eastern or northern quarter of the city, where a public time keeper would be a great boon. The Football Match against Wellington.—The following team has been chosen to represent Canterbury in the match against Wellington on Thursday:—E. Cotter) 1 !, G. Eobinaon, H. McCardell, J. S. Anderson, W. Stringer, G. Potts, A. St. G. Hnmmersley, E. Chapman, A. J. Pickering, W. V. Million, J. S. Field, J. Grigg, T. Boss, W. Potts, C. Bolton. Emergencies will be chosen from the following E. Q. Hawkes, D’Auvergne, A, S. Baker, and E. Harman. Juvenile Teoubadoues. The Theatre Royal was fairly attended le-.t night. The performance consisted of “ Patchwork,” the ballet of “ The Kickers,” and an Olla Podrida denominated “ Hash.” The first trifle went as well as heretofore. In the ballet a juvenile performer named Miss Sara McLean gave an inimitable imitation of the famous Mdlle. Sara of the Soldene Troupe. For so young an artiste it was an astonishing performance. All the striking melodies of “ H.M.S. Pinafore were sung by the company in “ Hash,” and some very clever imitations given by the members of the troupe of well known actors and singers. Encores were frequent, and Masters Parlato, McLean, Lc\y, and Mathews, with the Misses Tu'loch and Fox, cime in for much approbation. The same performance will be repeated to-nsght.

Electoral Addresses.— Mr W. Goodwin offers himself, in the interests of the working man, for the representation of the Heathcota district. Mr George Hart will deliver an address to the electors of Coleridge, at Sheffield, next Thursday. The dates of Mr Wearing’s meetings in the Kaiapoi district are advertised. The first will be held at Kaiapoi on Thursday e zoning.

The Temperance Question and the Elections. —A meeting of the temperance electors of Christchurch was held last night in tho Templar Hall. About fifty electors wore present. It was resolved to send a deputation to wait upon the candidates and to ask tho following questions:—l. Will you support an Act for the amendment of the Licensing Laws, which will reduce the districts to a workable size, and have the Local Option vote taken by proper Government machinery ? 2. Will you also support the alteration of tha time for licensing new houses from once in three months to once in twelve months? 3. Will you support a Local Option Act without a comi-ensation clause ? 4. If with compensation, whence do you propose to derive tho necessary funds ? 5. Will you oppose opening public housea'on Sunday? The following gentlemen were appointed as a deputation to see the candidates :—Revs. H. 0. M. Watson, T. H, Keast, and Messrs R. Clephane, O. M. Grey, and J. T. Smith. The meeting was then adjourned to Saturday night, to receive the replies from tho candidates. Trade and Farming.— Mr J. W. Treadwell will lecture in the Gaiety Theatre next Thursday evening on the Politics of Trade and Farming, The Druids.— The annual dinner of the Order will he held to-moirow evening, in the lodge room, New Wellington Hotel.