THE GLOBE. WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 1879.

Globe, Volume XXI, Issue 1746, 24 September 1879, Page 2

THE GLOBE. WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 1879.

Christchurch Catholic Young Men’s Litdeary Society.—A concert and-dramatic entertainment will be given this evening in St. Patrick’s Hall, Barbadoee street, in aid of the funds of this society. The first part will consist of musical items ; the second of the “ Merchant of Venice,” the characters being taken by the members of the society. Living Burials. — One hundred and sixtytwo authentic cases of living burials are put on record by the eminent French physician, Dr. Josat. Tho period of unconsciousness before burial, in these cases, lasted from two hours to forty-two. The causes of apparent death were these: Syncope, hysteria, apoplexy, narcotism, concussion of brain, anaesthesia, lightning and drunkenness.

A Chinaman in Court. —Some interest was created in the Auckland Police Court the other day by the Chinese mode of administering the oath. Tho prosecutor expressed his desire for a roast cock for the barbarous purpose of chopping off his head in proof of his veracity. Powell, the messenger, had one at Parnell suitable, but the Court could|not wait. The prosecutor had no objection to a saucer, which he would seriously and solemnly break. Finally a match was lit, which, the prosecutor blew out, saying in French, “If I do not speak truth, so may my soul bo blown out.” Nrws for N.Z. JFahmbrs. —The “New York Herald ’’ says : —“ Six countries in Europe will this year be compelled to buy three hundred million bushels of wheat, and France and England will need three-fourths of this quality. The operations this year will tend to greatly stimulate the cultivation of wheat lands, and there is en unsettled district in Northern Texas which, It is believed, could supply alone as much as Europe needs this year.” Interesting for Larrikins. — “ Sympathetic pipes” are a recent novelty. The bowl of a meerschaum may bo coloured in five minutes by first tinting it with a solution of nitrate of silver in ether and alcohol, to which essence of roses and camphor are added. Figures of any pattern are produced by the heat of the tobacco, and when produced are permanent. Entertainment at Waltham. —An entertainment was held in the Waltham Wesleyan Church, in aid of the Sundayschool fund, last evening, when the following programme was gone through : —Piano duet, by the Misses Needhams ; song and chorus, “Near the broken style,” by Miss M. Dynes ; song and chorus, by Mr Davis and friends ; duet, “ Very suspicious,” or “ Family jars,” by Miss Penfold and Mr George Daltry, encored and responded to ; duet, “ Larboard watch,” by Messrs Ashton and Davis ; cornet solo, by Mr F. Dewsbury. Songs were also given by the following ladies and gentlemen .—The Misses Penfold, Faloon, and Mrs Grey ; Messrs Vowles, Grey, Ashton, and G. Daltry. A recitation was given by Mr Hill, and a very interesting reading was delivered by the Rev. J. Smalley. Mr J. Joyce occupied the chair, and thanked all tho ladies and gentlemen for having contributed to this very very successful entertainment, after which tho National Anthem was rendered by the choir, bringing a very enjoyable evening to a close.

Glanders in Human Subjects.—A number of fatal cases of glanders in the human subject have occurred this year both in England and America. The “Medical and Surgical Reporter ” mentions instances of the communication of the disease merely from riding behind infected horses. Resident Magistrate’s Court— There was a clean sheet at the Court to day. Banco Sittings.— A sitting in banco wi'l be held before his Honor Mr Justice Johnston, on Friday, at 11 a.m. Cathedral Guild.— The annual general meeting of the members of tho Cathedral Guild will be held to-morrow evening in St. Michael’s schoolroom.

Citt Council,— A special meeting of the City Council will bo held on Friday evening, at the usual hour, to consider matters relative to the designs for Town Hall and Municipal Offices. Bt. Mart’s, Addington.— The last of the series of winter entertainments for this parish will be given in the schoolroom on Thursday evening, when Mr Yule and others, from Lyttelton, have kindly promised to assist in the programme.

Parliamentary. —Parliament was opened bj Commission at 2 o’clock to-day, The Governor will deliver the speech at 230 on Thursday.

Me Wybebt Ebete’B Benefit. —The benefit and final appearance in Christchurch of this talented actor takes place at the Theatre Royal on Friday evening next, when a very attractive programme will be presented. The bill includes the play of “ All for Her,” in which Mr Reeve has been so successful here, and two acts of “ The Oortioan Brothers.” It is to be regretted that, from a variety of causes, Christchurch playgoers have not patronised Mr Reeve during his stay he: e to that extent he has deserved, but it is to be hoped that on the occasion of his farewell they will give him that recognition to which his talents undoubtedly entitle him by according him a bumper house. Theatrical —The many friends of Mr George Darrell, says the “ New Zealand Times,” will bo pleased to hear that he has taken the Yictoria Theatre in Sydney for six months for the purpose of producing colonial plays by colonial authors, illustrated by colonial actors and actresses. He opened lest Friday with a first-class company, including all the members of his late New Zealand company who accompanied him, except Mr Vincent, who has been engaged to play at the Theatre Royal (whore he is at present supporting Miss Dargon) for twelve months. Mr Darrell will no doubt do a good business, particularly during the Exhibition. Mrs John Moore Perrier, better known by her stage name as Mies Marian Moore, died a few days ago in Sydney, whither she had accompanied her husband, who is lecturer for the “ Zealandia” Panorama. Mrs Perrier had long been suffering from consumption. The San Francisco Mail. The mail steamer Australia, with the inward mails via San Francisco, arrived at Auckland from Honolulu at seven o’clock last evening. Conference of Resident Magistrates. —A conference of Resident Magistrates, Including Messrs Mellieh, Whitefoord, Beswick, Beelham, and Guinness, has been sitting in Christchurch to discuss and make recommendations on the fees charged in the Magistrates’ Courts. It is said their report to the Government will recommend a reduction in several of the fees, particularly in the case of the process in reference to issue of judgment summonses. Sudden Death of a Child.— A child, belonging to a platelayer located at the Hawkins, was found dead in its bed on Tuesday morning. It appears that tho man was recently appointed to the Hawkins district, and proceeded there on Monday by train from Christchurch. It is surmised that the child’s death was accelerated by the weather, deceased not being very strong. An inquest will be held in due course. The Unemployed. —Of seventy'men who applied for tickets for work on Monday, forty-two went by train to Amberleyon Tuesday morning and thence were conveyed by coaches to the Weka Pass, where they were placed by Mr E. A. Lock on the railway extension works. Many of those who went by the train will probably take kindly to work, while there are others who will not be likely to remain there very long. One man, in fact, on Tuesday went up to the works and returned by the first opportunity to town. Gaiety Theatre. —The repetition of the opening programme of tho Victoria Loftus Troupe at the Gaiety Threatre last evening attracted a large audience, and the various items were applauded. To-night a new programme will be introduced, consisting of songs, sketches, dances, &c., and a new burlesque, called “Fin-Fin,” founded on “ Ernani.” Contempt of Court. —W. Qingaven was charged before the Rsngiora Bench with an offence of this nature. It appeared he was warned to attend as a witness in the case of forgery, but did not do so, and when sent for refused to attend the Court. A warrant was then issued for his arrest. When spoken to the accused laughed at the Resident Magistrate, who warned Hm, and gave him an opportunity to apologise. On accused refusing, the Resident Magistrate said he could inflict a penalty of £lO, or in default fourteen days’ imprisonment. In this case aocmed would be fined £2, or in default forty-eight hours’ imprisonment. Protestant Brass Band. —A concert and ball, in aid of the funds of the band, took place on Tuesday evening in the Orange Hall. There was a very good attendance, the chair being occupied by Mr Williams. An excellent programme, comprising pianoforte selections, songs, vocal duets, and recitations, was gone through, and the audience expressed their approval by demanding numerous encores, Mrs E. Long presided at the pianoforte, and by her admirable playing and singing conduced greatly towards making the affair a success. The concert having terminated the hall was cleared for dancing, which was kept up until an early hour. Masonic. —The ceremony of installation of the officers of tho Canterbury Kilwinning Royal Arch Chapter No. 136 S.C., took place last evening at the Canterbury Masonic Hall, when there was a large gathering of the companions. Tho installing officers were Companions T. Stapleton and Jubal Fleming, P.Z’s, assisted by Companion A. R. Kirk, I.P Z., and the following companions were duly instated into their respective offices, viz. :—B. P. Craig, Z. ; J. Smith, H. ; T. Lucas, J ; J. Fleming, S.E. ; G. Simpson, S.N.; H. W. Ford, Ist Soj. ; J. Tovey, 2nd Soj.; B. Hale, 3rd Soj.; Bailey, janitor. At the conclusion of the ceremony a banquet took place, when the following toasts were proposed and responded to : —“ The newlyelected Z.” “The Installing Officers,” “ The Incoming Officers,” “The Retiring Officers,” and “ The Visitors.”