NEWS OF THE DAY.

Globe, Volume XXI, Issue 1773, 25 October 1879, Page 2

NEWS OF THE DAY.

The CnsrsxcHUECH Election. —A reference to our telegraphic columns will show that the Hov. E. Richardson, C.M.G., has been di clared entitled to the Beat vacated by the disqualification of Sir G. Grey. Dee* Wexi. Sinking.—Daring tho past tr.o-.th Mr E. J. Martio, of Kilmore street, has been engaged sinking an artesian well on the premises of the Christchurch Club. Yesterday he get to a depth of 200 feet from the eui-fiice, the pipo used being 2.1 inches in diameter. The lower the pipo was driven tho harder becamo tho successive strata through which it passed, the last three-quarters of ;an inch before tho water was reached requiring 6800 blows from a 2cwt. monkey before it was bored through. At this depth it was found impossible to penetrate further, and the plug had become immovably fixed in the pipe In this emergency the contractor applied to Professor Bickerton to clear tho pipe, and that gentleman, assisted by Mr Gray, calling science to his aid, was promptly equal to tho task. Two half pound charges of dynamite were lowered to the bottom through (he pipe, each charge being pierced v.ith a platinum w re, which was connected with two iisulatad gutta-percha wires, attached to a twenty-cell battery on the surface. The force of the charge, when exploded by electricity, shattered about a foot cf tho lower extremity of the pipe, and at onco released the water, whioh rose in a mugnificeut upward stream twelve feet high. The experiment was a complete succe<p, tho well being the deepest sunk in Canterbury. Death of Me James Potts. —Many oB our readers will hoar with sincere rfgret of the death of Mr James Potts, tho well known overseer of the South "YVaimakariri protective works. Ho had been uiling for some time jast, and no immediate danger was apprehended, but he diod quietly yesterday evening as he sat asleep in a chair. Congest.—Mrs E. Long announces that she will give a oonoert at the St. Michael's schoolroom on Wednesday evening, November sth, at which she will be assisted by her pupils and several musical friends. A very excellent and attractive programme has been arranged, and judging from the well-known popularity this lady has enjoyed for many years in Christchurch, there is no doubt that the concert will be a complete and decided success. Resident Magistbate's Coubt.—At this Court, to-day, an inebriate was fined ss, and two men were fined 10s each for fighting in the streets. A Vigilant Night Watchman.—Early this morning tho night watchman employed by the Insurance Companies to patrol the streets in the south-west quarter of the city, gave a man into custody for breaking a pane of glass in the premises of Mr A. Clifford, in Tuam street. Having satifaotorily disposed of the delinquent, the Dogberry of the night prooeedod to the residence of Mr Clifford, doubtless expecting commendation for his vigilanco. To his surprise that gentleman informed him that his zeal was likely to get him into trouble, as he himself had broken the pane of glass a week ago. The alleged window-breaker, in spite of his asseverations of innocence, was brought upat the R.M. Court this morning, when, the circumstances having been detailed to the Bench by Sergeant Morice, he was of course discharged, threatening vengeance on the stupidity of the guardian of the night. Wesley an Chttbch, Colombo Road. — Sermons in aid of Home Missions will be preached to-morrow ; in the morning by the Rev. A. Reid, and in the evening by the Rev. W. Baumber. There will be a public meeeting on Monday evening, to be addressed by several ministers, with anthems by the choir. Bible Chbistians. —The quarterly Love Feast of this Church will be held in the Templar Hall, Worcester street, to-morrow night. The Rev. W. H. Keast will preach a short sermon on the relationship which should subsist amongst christians generally, and will deliver an address on the " Origin, History, and Uses of the Methodist Lave Feast;" Sankey's hymns will be sung in the Love Feast. Arrivals per Rangitikei will be warmly welcomed. Service to commence at 6.30. Tempiaby. The anniversary of the Northern Star Lodge was held on Thursday in the Oddfellows' Hall, Kaiapoi. Tea was provided by Bro. R. Wilson, and dispensed by the sisters of the Order. At the public meeting and entertainment afterwards there was a large attendance. Mr Thompson, D.D.W.C.T. occupied the chair. Addresses were given by the Rev. Mr Munro and Bro. Bennetts, of Christchurch. Songs, music, and recitations were given by various members.

St. Maby's, Addinghoit.—The entertainment announced to be held took place laat evening in the sohool-room. The proceedings were opened by a glee by the choir. Songs were sung by Messrs Wright, Johnston, Eaeott, and Norrie, Misses Brans and Hurrell. G-lees were sung by the choir. Two vocal duets by two little girls names Simpson were really wonderfully well sung, and the performers received an encore. Mr "Wright played a pianoforte solo very nicely. The National Anthem brought the proceedings to a close. The tea meeting proposed to be held this month has been postponed till next month.

Fobbstby.—The District Secretary, Bro. W. Ness, has received the sum of £5 from the Nelson district, £1 12s 4i from Court Unity, Havelock, and £1 from Court Concord, G-roymouth, for the widow of the late Bro. Carpenter, which amounts have been duly paid over to the fund. Mr Ness has also received £1 lis lOd for tho Woodford testimonial. A new Court will be opened in Sydenham on tho 29th inst., which will relieve the parent Court somewhat, as its members are now getting too numerous for the accommodation. It is somewhat strange that no effort has yet been made to plant Forestry in the populous suburb of St. Albans.

Whitebait.—lmmenee hauls of whitebait have been taken in the Waiirakiriri during laßt week, and the Maoris selling the same are almost a nuisanoe at the Kaiapoi railway station.

ASHBTTRTON VOI.UNTEEB3.— It is »tated that Captain Hurrell has resigned the command of the Ashburton Volunteers. Mr Bullock, the present Mayor, is likely to be abked to be captain in his stead. Tbotting Matoii. The match between Mr Porter's mare and the nomination of Mr Or. Sheppard took place yesterday, and resulted in a victory for the latter, Mr Porter pulling up. The same parties have made another match to come off in a few days. The G-hobt. —There was a fair attendance at the Oddfellows' Hall last evening, when the programme of Professor Jonas' spectrescope was gone through successfully. Tonight will be the last appearance of the company in Ohristchurch.