NEWS OF THE DAY.

Globe, Volume XXI, Issue 1804, 2 December 1879, Page 2

NEWS OF THE DAY.

Resident Maoisthatb’s Couet.—At the Court to-day J. Y. Kenyon was fined 40s for ill-using a horse, and Patrick Ryan, for being illegally on the premises of John Bligh, was sentenced to feirty-oight hours’ imprisonment with hard labor.

A Singular De.vMA, —“Truth” tells us that a drama has just been produced at Posen, founded on the death of the Prince Imperial. In the first act the Prince is seen at Ohisolhurst. He speaks about the mitrailleuses at Forbaoh, and the bullets at Saarbruck, and why the French army ought to have been victorious, but was not; enter a deputation of Bonapartisls, who request that he should come back to Prance and make an appeal to the country for a restoration. As the good boy that he is, ho declined to do so and to occasion a civil war. Act lI.—Ho is in love with the daughter of a gamokoper, and meets her in a wood. The Empress comes upon the pair; she remonstrates with tho girl, who forbids tho Prince her presence. The young fellow, in a fit of despair, vows that ho will have himself killed. In the third act tho scene is in Zululand. Tho Prince, about to proceed to tho front, writes affecting letters to his mother and his sweetheart. Act IV.— The dismounting of the reconnoitring party amongst the Zulus ; tho savages surround the party ; a general stampede takes place, amongst the indignant hisses of tho audience, and the Prince, who thinks only of the gamekeeper’s daughter, is killed. In tho fifth act the Emnross and the girl fall into each other’s arms over the remains of tho Prince, and tho coffin being raised by a mechanical appliance, shows to the public through a glass lid tho dead face of tho ill-fated lover.

QUARTERLY LICENSING COURT. This Court sat to-day. Business commenced at ton minutes to one, Mceara Mellish and Tancred having waited to that time in vain for the other two Commissioners. It is to be regretted that this matter of difficulty of obtuiug a quorum or of unpunctuality is becoming somewhat chronic in these Licensing Courts. ; Tho public suffer considerably thereby. In the present instance the business before the Court, which was but small, was considered, and will bo confirmed or otherwise subsequently by a special meeting. Kaiapoi Magisteatb’s Court. —At this Court on Monday, before Mr Beswick, 8.M., a number of petty debt oases were disposed of, and in a case for re-hearing, on the question ef an acceptance detained, an adjournment was granted till next Monday.

The Robe Show. —Owing doubtless io the very severe weather for summer wo have had lately the Bose Show wes hardly the success that was anticipated. There were, however, some very excellent stands of well-grown hlooms in many of the classes. Messrs Nairn and Son had a splendid collection of rare flowers, and as on former occasions the plants sent for exhibition by Mess a Duncan and Son formed one of the m -in features of the show. Mr Lino had some very fine peonies, and the exhibits of pansies and can a’ions wore very good 'The attendance of visitors during the day was somewhat limited. Cricket. —The match between the City Council and the Muff Cricket Club took place yesterday, and resulted in a victory for the latter. The scores w ere—Muffs, first innings, 103 ; second do (four wickets), 59; total, 102. Council, first innings, 87 ; second do, 50 ; total, 143. Drainage Boaiid. The Christchurch District Drainage Board held its ordinary meeting yesterday afternoon. In addition to the ordinary business before the Beard tenders were accepted for tho Park drain, for a supply of timber and tho erection of a shed for storing machinery. A lengthy report from the engineer was road, and a good deal of correspondence dealt with. Oriental Exhibition. — This exhibition, which has been very successful here, will close to-day. Tho proprietors, Messrs Kaurt and Ali, intend presenting to tho ladies who may visit the exhibition during tho day, a number of valuable presents, comprising musk articles of jewellery, which have become so popular. Tho exhibition will open in Auckland on the 18th inst.

Tub Recent Mayokal Kleciion.—At the termination of tho regular business of tho City Council last night, Crs. Hulbort and Taylor, ou behalf of the other members of tho Council, congratulated his Worship tho Mayor on his re-olociion, and expressed their satisfaction at tho way iu which the business of tho Council hud been conducted. “The Messiah.” There was a very satisfactory rehearsal of “Tho Messiah” at St. John’s schoolroom last evening. As already stated, tho Harmonic Society, with the assistance of any musical ama'eurs who may desire to take part, intend to revive the good old custom of giving this oratorio at Christmas. Last night there were over eighty present, and it is anticipated that this number will bo largely increased before the date of the performance.

Accident. —An accident which, to some extent, marred tho -pleasure of tho day, occurred yesterday on the U O.C, ground to Mr W. H. Smith, secretary of tho Muff Cricket Club, During tho game Mr Smith was fielding a ball, when ho came into contact with Mr Murray, and, from the force of tho collision, Mr Smith’s ankle was broken. Ho was removed to the Hospital, where his hurts were temporarily attended to, and ho was afterwards seen by Dr Symes at his own residence Very general regret io expressed at the accident Jackson’s Creek. —Tho health officer has reported to tho chairman of the Board of Health the result of certain enquiries he has made respecting Jackson’s Creek, which it would seem is in a condition dangerous to public health, owing to obstructions caused by householders at certain parts, as well as tho drainage of refuse into it. It was resolved by the Drainage Board yesterday that notice should be served upon tho householders to remove obstructions, and tho engineer was instructed to have the creek cleaned out. The South Australian Harvest.— lt is estimated that the South Australian harvest will this year yield a surplus of 325,C00 tons of wheat for export.

Bboadfield School. —The annual treat to the scholars attending this school took pLo : on Thursday. Tho children assembled in the school grounds at 3 o’clock, and amused themselves at various games. At 4 o’clock all met in the schoolroom, which had teen tastefully decorated for tho occasion. A table, supplied with edibles by the chairman, Mr Harrison, occupied the centre of tho room. Before sitting down to tea the children sang some hymns, after which lollies and fruit were distributed. At 7 o’clock the prizes were handed to the scholars by the chairman, the distribution being accompanied with some appropriate remarks. In Standard Y. the first prize was awarded to Eleanor Harrison, the second to Minnie Maginncss; Standard 111 , Annie Grant first prize, Annie Eobinson second, Mary Ann Baker third. In Standards II and I, tho inspector had in his report, with one exception, marked all the pupils equal in merit. Tho committee had therefore decided to present a book to each child, but intimated that this course was only adopted in consideration of its being the first year of examination in tho “new standards.” Gift books were also presented to the children in the junior classes. Then followed a short concert, in which Mr and Mrs Manning and tho school choir took part. Votes of thanks wore passed to Mr and Mrs Manning for their musical training of the children, and the general interest they had taken in school matters during the current year; also to the chairman and committee for their cordial support iu connection with the proceedings of tho evening, and to Mrs Harrison for her exertions iu providing the tea. Tho school choir then sang tho part song “Home Sweet Home.” The concert terminated at an early hour by all present singing the National Anthem. Waste Lands Boabd. —At tho usual sitting of thoYrasto Lands Board held yesterday no sales were made. Infectious Diseases. The infectious diseases reported during the past fortnight wore—Typhoid four, and scarlatina four cases.

East Belt Bbidge. —This matter, which has been a very long time in abeyance, was settled last evening, the arbitrators’ award being accepted by the Council. Wateb Supply. —A report from Mr Hubbard on tho Waimakaviri scheme of water supply was laid before tho Council last evening, but as Mr Blackwell’s report is promised on the 6th December, it was resolved to defer consideration of the former report until after that date.

City Council.—There was but a short sitting of the City Council lust night, the business being merely of a routine character. ObituAEY. —On Friday last Dr. Renwick, who has for many years boon a member of the Legislative Council, died at his residence, near Nelson. Anothke New Guinea Expedition.—ln New South Wales a gentleman named White has fitted out a yacht for a two years’ cruise about New Guinea. The object of the oxpe dition is to obtain natural history specimens. Fiji Intelligence.—News from Fiji, via Auckland, states that the Rev. G. Brown, Wesleyan Missionary, was arrested at Lovuka at the instance of Mr Gowie, Chief Justice, and will be placed on his trial for the manslaughter of Natives at Now Britain, at the time the Native teachers were massacred. Southbeidge Magisteatkb’ Couet. At this Court yesterday, before Messrs E, J. Lee, Hill, and Bluett, Charles Schmidt, on remand from Eriday, was charged with using threatening language to and attempting to stab Thomus McCronny. After a lengthy hearing, the Bench dismissed the case, but cautioned the accused against using a knife, although they had not the slightest doubt that he had been subjected to much persecution by Lis fellow workman, which had caused him to lose all control of his temper. George Golay, charged by the police with being drunk and illtroating a hors', was fined 20s.

Eanqiora Hoeticultubai, Snow.—lt is expected that the show of pot plants on Thursday, in the Literary Institute hall, will be worth seeing, though tho same will hardly apply to outdoor blooms, which must have been somewhat marred by tho rain. A good show of vegetables is promised. There were eight entries of cottage gardens in competition for a prize given by Hon. H. B. Gresson, which were to be inspected on Monday, and tho report of tho judges thereon will bo made public at tho show. Mr T. Boss was adjudged to bo entitled to first prize, Messrs Johnston and Hockey equal for second award. Tai Tapu.—The anniversary of St. Paul’s Church, Tai Tapu, was celebrated on Friday evening by a tea and concert. Tables were spread in the schoolroom, and presided over by Mosdamos Brake, Fleming, Barrett, and Champion, assisted by several other ladies of tho congregation. Both tho tea and entertainment were largely patronised by the inhabitants of the surrounding districts, all denominations striving to make tho celebration a success. The Bev. W. Dunkley presided at the concert, and the acoompammonta were sustained by Messrs Cooke and Gates and Misses Thompson and Boeewarne. Songs were contributed by Misses Thompson, Ellis, Ness, Stevens, Eosowarne, and Ivey, Mrs O’Callaghan, and Messrs Williams, Eobinson, Bverett, and Eer- W. Dunkley. The proceeds, which are to be devoted to the organ fund, were about £l2. On Sunday a special service was held at St. Paul’s Church, when a collection for the same object was made-.

G-AiExr Thbatbb. —Tho bill of the preceding evening was repeated at the Gaiety last night, when both pieces went very brightly. In tho opera encore i and applause were frequent, and in tho merry little bit of nonsense which followed Miss Beatrice was remarkably successful in her imprrsonation of tho part of tho prima donna against her will. The introduced aira were all well sung, and the other parts in tho piece were ably filled. “The Sorcerer,” which was produced hero by tho Harding and Crain company, will be next produced. It has been very strongly cast, and should prove very successful. Tho season closes cn Saturday next, when the alterations and improvements to tho building will at once bo proceeded with. Whilst these are in progress tho company will visit Ashbuitm, Timaru, and Oamaru, reopening hero about 20th inst. Complimentary Benefit.— A number of the admirers of Mias Beatrice intend signalising the conclusion of the opera season in which she has taken a leading part by giving her a complimentary benefit on Friday next, when it is proposed to present her with a substantial recognition of her merits ns an actress. The Mayor has consented to give his patronage, and no doubt there will bo a crowded house.

Tea Meeting. — A tea and public meeting, in connection with the Young Women’s Christian Association, will be held this ev niug, in St. John’s schoolroom, Mr J. H. Twentyman in the chair.