NEWS OF THE DAY.

Globe, Volume XXI, Issue 1723, 28 August 1879, Page 2

NEWS OF THE DAY.

Wateb Supply.—The members of the City Council left town at half-past nine this morning, for tho purpose of visiting the Waimakariri stream, and making a personal observation of the result of tho cylinder placed there for testing the water supply. The Mayor was unable to accompany his colleagues owing to a prior engagement. The test of the cylinder at the Waimakariri, made yesterday, was a great success. The cylinlcr at a sft. depth gives 300 gallons per minute, or equal to 432,000 gallons per day.

Ceaniolooy and Footbadd, —A deputation of football players yesterday waited upon the Mayor to request him again to appeal to the citizens to close their places of business to-day on account of the match between Christchurch and Wellington. His Worship expressed his willingness to comply with their request, hut feared that the appeal would be useless. At the same time he told the deputation that if they would bring him a petition bearing two hundred signatures he should then feel more justified in asking the shopkeepers to close. The deputation withdrew satisfied, but returned in about an hour and informed the Mayor that, after canvassing Cashel street from Brice’s corner, their success had been so small that they thought it better to give up the idea about the holiday. Amongst others they had waited upon Councillor Cass, to ask him to sign the petition, hut he had declined, and repeated some of the reasons ho had advanced on Tuesday evening in the City Council as his reason for refusing. The deputation said they wished to make an extensive purchase of hats, but none of them must exceed 6J in size. Even the prospect of doing business failed to make Councillor Cass view the footballers’ request in a favourable light, and, moreover, he did not deal in hats. One of the deputation while leaving was heard to remark, sotto voce, that whatever demand there might be for hats, the worthy Councillor’s size was, morally certain, not to exceed 6J. New ZBAUUTD Woos Exhibits. —The New Zealand wool exnibits for the Sydney Exhibition will be received up to the Ist of Deoeniber.

Mb Eichaedson’s Oommittbe. —A special meeting of the committee will be held this evening at seven o’clock, at the committee rooms, when all members are requested to attend. Resident Maghstbatb’s Couet.—Today William Ryan was charged with stealing a Maori kit from the shop of John Wheatley. As ho had pawned two great-coats on Tuesday, and was unable to account for possessing them, he was remanded until Monday.

Football. —The return match between the Gloucester street and Normal schools was played on Wednesday, and resulted in a victory for the former by a goal kicked by E. Francis, and two touch-downs obtained by Wilstead and E. Wagner respectively, to nil. For the Normal Slater, Rutland, and Gapes played well, as did Wagner, Atkinson, and Francis for the victors.

Mb Goodwin at Lincoln. —Mr William Goodwin addressed the electors of Heathoote last night at Sluis’ Hotel, Lincoln. The chair was taken by the Rev. A. P. O’Callaghan. The candidate expressed a strong opposition to contracting loans, and a determination to force Mr J. T. Fisher to explicitly state hi# future course of action if elected. The candidate having answered a number of questions in a manner provocative of considerable laughter, a vote of thanks was passed to h'tn, and the meeting terminated. Seevicb op [Song, Woodbnd.— The very interesting service of song entitled “Eva,” taken from Uncle Tom’s Cabin, was rendered in an excellent manner by the Rangiora choir in the Wesleyan Chapel, Woodend, on Tuesday evening last, to a largo audience,' Mr 0. 9. Howard reading the connective parts, Mrs Cannell presided at the harmonium. At the close of the service Mr Mnnro gave a capital Scotch reading. A collection was made in aid of Home Mission Fund, which the Rev. Cannell stated was at the lost conference deficient by about £6OO, and the requ ; -ed sum to be raised by the Rangiora Circuit was £lO. The proceedings were brought to a close by singing the Doxology, the Bov. W. Oarnell pronouncing the Benediction.

A shbtoton Peesbytbeian Tea Meeting. —The largest meeting of this sort yet held in Ashburton took place at the Town Hall on Tuesday night to celebrate the Rev. A. Beattie’s induction to the charge of the Ashburton, Wakanui, and Waterton districts. Over 500 people were present, the tea being provided by Mesdamcs Stewart, Stott, Baxter, Bell, McMillan, Stevens, A. Orr, Kidd, Henderson, Williamson, Muir, Mitchell, and Begg, and Misses Kidd, Gavin (2), McLaren, Strien, Taylor, and Williamson, At 8 p.m. a meeting was held, the Rev, J. Elmslie in the chair. Addresses wore delivered by the chairman and Mr Gavin, who, on behalf of the congregation, presented Mr Beattie with a pulpit gown, Bible, and Psalm book. Mr Beattie suitably acknowledged the present, and speeches were then made by the Revs. Fraser, Elmslie, McOallum, Keall, Westbrook, and Hauxwell. Some excellent and appropriate music was rendered by the choir, which was under Mr Savage’s leadership, Mr Stott accompanying on the harmonium. The usual votes of thanks closed the proceedings. EM, Customs. —The following circular from the Commissioner of Customs, is posted in the Custom-house for the information of importers :—“ Wellington, August 22nd, 1879 —Invoice summaries or statements are to be regarded as part of the original invoices to which they relate, and are to be accepted as such for Customs purposes, that is to say, cash discounts may bo allowed accordingly when shown on these statements or on the usual billhead of the manufacturer, merchant, or person from whom goods are purchased, giving the total of detailed invoice and the amount of cash discount allowed, if signed or stamped by the said manufacturer, merchant, or person from whom the .'goods are purchased.” Mb Riohaedson at Bingseand. A meeting of the electors in this district took place in the schoolroom last night, and was well attended, over a hundred persons being present. Mr Flesher was voted to the chair, and introduced the speaker. Mr Richardson, who was received with applause, spoke at considerable length. He was listened to most attentively, and during the delivery of his speech he was warmly applauded. After he had answered a number of questions in a satisfactory manner, Mr Hadfield moved a vote of thanks and confidence in Mr Richardson. He said Mr Richardson had repressnted the district over nine years, and he felt certain they could not return a better man, or one who would look after their interests better. Mr W. Savage seconded the motion, which was carried unanimously, amidst loud applause. A vote of thanks to the chair terminated the meeting.

Accidents at Southbbidgb.—On Monday, a young man named Brody, in the employ of Messrs Bluett and Co., was riding on the top of a load of straw, when the dray, in crossing a hollow, caused the load to slip. Brady, in endeavouring to preserve his equilibrium with the aid of a fork, lost his balance, and tumbling head foremost to the ground, ran the fork into his left side. Fortunately his ribs prevented the points from entering his heart. On Tuesday, Mr John Wickliffe, a farmer, residing in the immediate vicinity of the township, was assisting a neighbour to drive a young horse through the township, and came into collision with the horse ridden by his companion. The two horses ’and their riders wore knocked down. Wickliffe, who was riding a spirited animal, received a severe fall ; and from the appearance of his head, must have been violently kicked by ore of the horses. Assistance was close at hand, and he was speedily removed to his own home. In both oases Dr. Chapman was fortunately in the township and able to render medical assistance. Both patients are progressing favorably, but although no immediate danger is apprehended, it is likely to be some time before they will be sufficiently recovered to be able to follow their ordinary avocations. Union Rowing Club.—The annual meeting of this Club was held last evening at the Commercial Hotel, when there were upwards of sixty members present. Mr H. Thomson, the commodore, was voted to the chair. Mr S. O. Kesteven, the secretary, read the annual report and balance-sheet, which proved to be highly satisfactory, and on tha motion of the chairman they were adopted. The chairman stated that the new boats ordered for the Club last season, consisting of three four oars, two stump outriggers, one whiff, and a quantity of sculls and oars, had been shipped in the Waitangi, and would arrive in good time for the opening of the season. Tho following officers were re-elected:—Messrs Geo. Gould, president ; H. H. Honnah, John Anderson, and W. Montgomery, vice-presi-dents; H. Thomson and D, Petrie, vicecommodores ; B. O. Kesteven, secretary and treasurer ; Messrs Walters, Duncan, Kesteven, junr., Jamieson, Allard, Wansfield and Campbell were elected as managing committee. Twenty-six new members and two coxswains were then ballotted for and elected. A special vote of thanks was proposed and enthusiastically carried to Mr Geo. Gould for his kindness in assisting to procure the new boats. Votes of thanks were also carried to the retiring officers and the chairman. New Municipal Buildings.—As none of the designs submitted came within the required conditions, the City Council have determined to let them stand over for a week before deciding on what further steps sha I '. be taken on the matter. Theatee Royal.—The McLean troupe of juvenile troubadours again appeared last evening in 11 Patchwork,” 11 Kickers and Hash” followed, and was highly appreciated by the audience. The same bill will bo played tonight. The Premise's Influence. —One marked effect of Sir George Grey’s influence upsn tho populace is (says the “ Timaru Herald ”) that they are rapidly losing all sense of decency, fair play, and self-control. There never used to be any of this rowdyism in Canterbury, but violence begets violence, and after a few more of the Premier’s stumping tours it will be impossible for the people to meet together to discuss public affairs without a strong tody of police being in attendance to keep order. Sir George Grey, in teaching tho thoughtless and irresponsible classes to treat his political opponents with disrespect, has destroyed in them anything like respect for themselves. It will take years to undo the harm that b.o has done in lowering the tone of public feeling throughout the country. Telegraph Office at Lbeston. —Mr Back, railway manager, and Mr Floyd, inspector of telegraphs, visited this township «n Monday last, and nave arranged that tho new telegraph office shall be opened on Monday, Ist September next. City Election. —Mr S. P. Andrews will address the electors of Christchurch at tho

Gaiety Theatre, on Saturday evening next.

Shaksfeaeiae Ebtitali. The populsr tragedian, Mr G. D. Chaplin, will make hie re-appoaranco in Ohriitohurcli at the Gaiety Theatre next Monday evening. He will be supported by Mis* Bose Osborne, the Engli»h artiste, Mr Bland Holt, Mr and Mrs Lachlan McGowan, Mr Barford, and an efficient dramatic company mostly composed of artistes new in Christchurch. The opening piece will be “ Hamlet,” to bo followed by Lord Lytton’s play of “ Bichelieu. ” On Mr Chaplin’s former visit he mads such a favorable impression as a first class actor that there is no doubt his return will be welcomed by all classes of playgoers, Ohambbb or Commbecb. —The twentieth annual meeting of the Canterbury Chamber of Commerce was held yesterday, and several matters of commercial importance discussed. A report appears in another column. Two small but benevolent infants in the park : —‘‘Oh, dear, my beetle’s only dot five legs.” “ Break a nozzer one off, Johnny, so’a he won’t be lame.” The man who undertook to lick a thousand postage stamps in a thousand minutes says he had rather undertake to lick the postmaster general.