THE GLOBE. FRIDAY, JANUARY 9, 1880.

Globe, Volume XXII, Issue 1835, 9 January 1880, Page 2

THE GLOBE. FRIDAY, JANUARY 9, 1880.

Cricket. —A match is to be played on the Show Grounds to-morrow between the Sydenham and Biohmond Cricket Clubs. The following members will represent the former, viz. : Messrs Paul, G. Fisher, Matson, F. H. Espenett, Hebden, Bound, W. G. Hall, Jebson, Frazer, Beare, and Coad ; emergencies, F. Hall, W. B. George, and E. Pavitt. Play commences at 2 p.m.

Hotelkeeper's Oeioket Match. A meeting will be held this evening at 8 p.m., at the Commercial, for the purpose of arranging matters re a hotelkeepers’ cricket match. Bksidbnt Magistrate's Ooubt. —At the Court to-day Ellen Stokes, charged with the larceny of a gold watch chain, and a pair of gold mounted eye-glasses, value £lO, was committed for trial, bail being allowed. The prisoner’s account of the affair was that her son had picked the articles up. Henry Bussel, with two aliases, charged with stealing a cheque for £ls, and John Walsh, charged with receiving the same knowing it to be stolen, were both committed for trial at the next sessions of the Supreme Court.

Licensed Victuallers’ Association.— The general meeting called for last evening lapsed through insufficient attendance of members. An adjourned meeting will be held on next Thursday evening, at 8 p.m. St. Mary’s, Meeitalb. —The communicants of the parish are earnestly requested to attend a special service, to be held in the ohurcb, this evening, at half-past seven, when the Bev. W. O. Harris will give an address. Thb New Clock Toweb. —lt is some time ago now since a good deal of noise was made about a clock tower which had been presented to the Corporation, and with which if was proposed to ornament and enlighten some portion of the city of Christchurch. The tower was brought forth (in pieces) from the mysterious precincts of the old Government buildings, and in the fulness of time it stood erect in the Corporation yard, where it still stands, quite as erect as ever, but looking essentially ridiculous, as bearing the aspect of a structure which, if it could speak, would ask—“ What the Dickons am I doing here ?” the general inutility of its present position being so painfully apparent. It has been suggested that the extreme redness of its appearance is entirely owing to blushes raised liy a painful consciousness of the absurd dilemma in which it finds itself.

City Improvements. —Among the prominent additions to the street architecture of the city of Christchurch may be mentioned the new offices of Messrs Joynt and Perceval, barristers and solicitors. The premises are situated in Gloucester street, and are made of brick, with a handsome and imposing front elevation, and the interior, which provides a large amount of accommodation suited to the extensive business of the firm, is appointed with due regard to comfort and convenience. At the rear of the building there are out offices and stable accommodation. The new building forms a worthy addition to the buildings of the cityPobted AS Missing-. —The Union Insurance Company have just received a telegram from London to the effect that the Enowsley Hall was posted at Lloyd’s as a missing ship on the 7tn inst. The N.Z. Shipping Company hare also received a cablegram to the same effect. Telegraph Hours. been received from the Telegraph Department that on and after to-day the usual hours will be observed.

Accident at Ambeblby. — A little boy named C. Lew ton, son of Mr J. Lew ton, farmer, Amberley, met with a severe accident on Wednesday afternoon, while attending a reaping machine. By some means the lad got his foot entangled in one of the wheels. The foot was greatly lacerated, but according to medical opinion amputation will not be necessary.

Imported Clydesdale Sibes. —Mr McIntyre, a passenger by the barque Remonstrant, from Glasgow, yesterday brought with him from Scotland a grand three year old Clydesdale draught sire. Mr Paton, a passenger by the same vessel, also has on board two two-year-old Clydesdales, which he purposes taking to his farm at Melton, Otago, Mr Mclntyre’s was purchased for his farm, Merino Downs, Tapanui. The South Australian Harvest. —The following is an extract from a private letter received in Dunedin, and dated Adelaide, 24th December:—“Our harvest is now assured. We shall have fully 400,000 tons of wheat for export. Several charters have been effected at 60s to United Kingdom. We do not know where the requisite shipping is to come from.” Kano idea Literacy Institute. The monthly meeting of this committee was held on Tuesday evening, when seven members were present, Mr C. Merton, president, in the chair, A letter was read from Mr 3£. R. Good, resigning the office of treasurer. It was resolved that the committee accept the same with regret, and desires to thank him for his attention to the duties of that office. A circular from the Board of Education, asking for a return of the position of the Institute to January 31st, was read, and the return ordered to be furnished. The committee decided to bring the matter of the rating of the Institute under the notice of the Borough Council, as it ought to be exempt. The meeting then adjourned. A Silver Wedding. —An interesting meeting took place on Wednesday evening, when a number of ladies and gentlemen assembled at Mr Ooombes’ orchestral rooms for the purpose of celebrating Mr J. W. Morton’s silver wedding. On behalf of a number of friends, Mr Andrew Duncan presented Mr Morton with a handsome piece of plate, an epergne, and in making the presentation paid a flattering tribute to the social qualities of Mr Morton. Mr Morton responded in suitable terms. A pleasant evening was subsequently spent. The epergne is of silver, and comprises a centre column, surmounted by a Grecian figure, bolding two flower vases, and on either hand are two glass fruit dishes, also supported by figures wrought in silver, while on a globe at the base of the central column is the following inscription:—“Presented to Mr and Mrs J. W. Morton by a few personal friends, on the occasion of their silver wedding, January 7th, 1880.”

Ameeican Sabbath Schools. —A lecture on this subject was giren by Mr Richards, a visitor from the United States, in St. Andrew’s school-room, last erening. There was a fair attendance, and the Rer. 0. Fraser presided. The lecture was a moat interesting one, and at its close a hearty vote of thanks was given to the lecturer.

A Tblbqbaphic Bungib. —The following extraordinary cable message from New Zealand appears in the “ Sydney Morning Herald”:—“A Property Tax Bill, imposing a penny in the £1 on all the Maori king’s property, and 30 per cent, on insurance premiums, has passed the Assembly by a majority of one, and the Council by a majority of four. It is estimated by the Treasurer that the tax will yield £280,000.” Thbatee Royal.— “ Lost in London ” was repeated last night and went exceedingly well. This evening Mr J. J. Wallace will make his last appearance as “ The Man from America,” for the benefit of Mr J. Q-. Joyce. In his double capacity of actor and stage manager this gentleman deserves a hearty recognition of his services from the patrons of the theatre. A meritorious and sterling actor in his own special line of “ old men,” Mr Joyce may fairly expect a bumper house on this, the occasion of his farewell benefit. Mysterious Disappearance, —A case of mysterious disappearance has (says the Wellington “Poet”) occurred in this city. About five weeks ago, a young man named William Millen, who for some time has been employed as a clerk by the Colonial Insurance Company, received telegram from a friend living at Fielding, to the effect that he (the friend) had broken his arm, and was laid up, Mr Millen obtained leave of absence, and started off to Fielding te see his friend, but up to the present time nothing has been heard of him. He has left all his clothes at his lodgings, and as his accounts in connection with the office have been found to be correct, it is believed that he has met with some accident.

Babb Hill— On Saturday the school children were entertained by the residents of the town. After various sports and racing had been indulged in they were liberally supplied with toys. An adjournment was then made to the schoolroom, where the children sat down to a substantial tea. Before parting Mr McMillan, of Oorwar, thanked the Isidies and gentlemen present for their contributions to a very pleasant day, hoping it was one of many to come.

Church Woek Society. —The inaugural meeting of the Church Work Society took place last night in St. John’s schoolroom. The proceedings are reported elsewhere.

The Detbctite Fobob. —The friends of Detective Charles Townley Brown will be glad (says the ‘•Post”) to hear that he has been appointed to the post of Chief Detective Officer in New Zealand. Mr Brown has been a detective in the colonies for upwards of twenty-two years, and has proved himself to be a most efficient officer. He possesses testimonials of the highest character, which have been presented to him on various occasions both here and in Australia. It is understood that Mr Brown will be stationed in Wellington, but it is probable that when any case arises in any other part of the country in which extra skill is required, he will have to deal with it personally. Cricket Fixtures. —ln the match. Association v. Eighteen Christchurch Club, the following will play for the former : —Messrs Beard, E. Cotterill, Hanmer, Longden, Million, Milner, Ollivier, Seoretan, Stevens, Watson, and Wilson ; emergency. Captain Temple. Play at 2 p m. Entertainment at St. Paul’s. —An entertainment in connection with the choir, took place in St. Paul’s church, Lichfield street, last evening. Mr John Cooke occupied the chair. The programme comprised vocal and instrumental music and recitations, and the different performers were highly successful, to which the audience testified by the liberality of their applause.

North Canterbury Jockey Club. —A meeting of the supporters of this club is convened, to be held at Roberta’ Club Hotel, Bangiora, on Tuesday evening. Kaiapoi Domain Board. —The adjourned annual meeting of this Board, for election of chairman and other business, takes place on Monday evening. School Entertainment. —At the opening of the Lyttelton Borough School this month, it is proposed to give the children an entertainment, to bo provided by amateur performers, and a magic lantern exhibition. It will take place on Thursday, the 2iud inst. Primitive Methodist Church. —A tea and public meeting will be held this evening in the Oddfellows’ Hall, in connection with the annual district meeting of the Primitive Methodist Church.

Sir Edward X. was noted for his hothouses and grapes, and on one occasion, having invited some friends to dinner, he asked his gardener to send in a few fine bunches foi the table. The gardener told him they were not at present at all fit to place before his guests, so Sir Edward went to Covent Garden to see what he could purchase. In the market he noticed some particularly fine ones, but the price asked being very high, he demurred, and asked why they were so dear. The shopman replied that the gentleman who grew them spared no expense in their cultivation, and that his grapes always commanded a higher price than others. 11 Who may this gentleman be?” asked the baronet. “ Sir Edward X.,” was the reply ; whereupon Sir Edward purchased some, and received a receipted bill certifying where they came from. The sequel may be guessed. At the front gate, two weeks before the wedding. He—“ My sweet ! my darling ! ” She—“ Willie, my love.” At the front gate two years after. She—“ Bill, where are you going ? ” He—“ None o’ your business.'’ My grandfather’s hair was the glossiest kind of black, For many years it was his pride, But it Turned — White— Never turned black again, And the old man dyed.

Meeting a newsboy whose face was scarred with scratches and looked like a map of some great railroad centre, a ‘‘Register” reporter asked the youngster what the matter was, “ Feller spoke disrespectful of my sister; and I sailed in.” “Is your sister cross-eyed!” asked the reporter. “Hain’t got no sister,” was the reply. “It was the principle of the thing what I got licked for.” —“ Des Moines Register.” Lient. Vaughan now pointed and fired one of our gnus at the small gun of the enemy, which was concealed behind the corner of a house and annoying us much, His first shot struck the roof of the house; his second struck the angle of the wall, about halfway down, and a third dismounted the gun and destroyed the carriage. Captain Peel, who was standing by, said : “ Thank yon, Mr Vaughan ; perhaps you will now be so good as to blow up the tumbril.” Lieut. Vaughan fired a fourth shot, which passed near it, and a fifth, which blew it up and killed several of the enemy. “ Thank you,” said Captain Peel, in his blandest and most courteous tone, “I will now go and report to Sir Colin.”—“Col. Mallison’s Indian Mutiny.” The next artist that seeks a subject for “Misery” should watch the man at the opera, who is sitting behind two women with head-coverings of great elevation, and an unoonquerable desire to bring their heads together at frequent intervals for the purpose of exchanging remarks.—“ Rockland Courier.”

“Where,” inquires Martin Farquar Tapper, “are the pure, the noble and the meek?” We are at home, now, Martin, having just returned from Boston, but next week we expect to be far away attending the musical convention. But you may direct to this place and we’ll get the letter just the same. Please don’t forget to enclose a stamp.— “Rockland Courier.”

A celebrated banker was at the opera “Favorita.” In it one of the actors sings “Leave him alone,” and then, after a long pause, adds—“ with his dishonor.” The orchestra stopped, the house became deathly still, its silence broken only by the voice of the banker exclaiming, “ What on a commission of only three per cent! It’s impossible.” He had been caught at the pause in the midst of a sentence, and the house waved with laughter. “I tell you,” says a rabid freethinker, “the idea that there is a God has never come into my head ! ” “Ah ! precisely like my dog. But there is this difference—he doesn’t go around howling about it.” A little boy having been at a children’s evening party, his papa was told that he chose the biggest girl to dance with, so asked him: “ How old was she?” He said: “I would not be so rude as to ask her.”

Says the “ New York Mail ” —“ Keep the young men at home.” Oh, fudge ! give the girls a chance. Keep the old men at home, brother; that’s more to the purpose.— “Boston Transcript.”

Some interesting marriage statistics are given by the “Galveston News.” The “ News” says that Shakspeare was married when he was 18, Dante at 23, and Brigham Young when he was 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, and so on.

“Can love die?” asks Mrs Nealy in a recent poom. It can not, though it gets dreadfully adjourned occasionally.—“ Free Press.” Yes, adjourned sine die. —“ Richmond (Va.) Tobacco Leaf.”

Adversity has its use like any other disagreeable thing. The man who is never sick, never knows how good it is to have a troop of friends rush in and sit down at his bed side and tell him in the most solemn manner that his doctor has lost at least three patients out of four all the year round. Cato, since deceased, said “ that man approached nearest the gods who knew how to be silent when he is right.” We are never so godlike, then, says the " Hawkeye,” as when the man who is holding the other side of the argument is of an irascible temper, and weighs as much as three of ua. Levy always carries two cornets, one to play upon and the other to be seized by the sheriff.—“ New Orleans Picayune.” The foundation for the meanest man is laid when a small boy turns the wormhole in an apple for his companion to bite from. A western woman having been spoken of as “ having one foot in the grave,” a cruel commentator remarks that there must be a big hole out there somewhere.

. Mulish obstinacy is the leading charaotaristic of some men who go through life claiming great credit for positiveness of character.

Madame Necker said the sword of her sex was their tongue, “which,” she was careful to add, “is not permitted to rust ! ”

A Word for Newspapers,— The Baptiit ministers of Isew York had an exciting discussion the other day on the point whether they should admit reporters to their meetings or not, in the course of which Dr D. H. Miller exclaimed : “I want the good thing 8 said here to be voiced outside: I thank God for newspapers and for reporters.” The power of the newspapers for good was acknowledged, only three voting for the exclusion of the members of the press. Mr H. J, Byion’s new three-act comedy at the Court Theatre will be called 11 Courtship.”