NEWS OF THE DAY.

Globe, Volume XXII, Issue 1929, 30 April 1880, Page 2

NEWS OF THE DAY.

Ltttbi,ton Magistbatb's Doubt.—Two men were brought up before this Court this morning, charged with obstructing the footpath in front of the Post Office and Customs House buildings. The practice of men congregating at the entrance to these buildings has reached the proportions of a public nuisance, and the arrests were made more as a means of warning than punishment. The presiding magistrate, Mr Beswick, dismissed the defendants, and expressed the hope that the practice would not be continued. The other business at the Court consisted of fining Joseph Illingworth 5s for leaving his horse and cart unattended in a public street, and of hearing a civil case, JJockwood v Madden, claim £4, It, for wages. Mr H. If. Ifalder appeared for the defendant, in whose favor the judgment was given for £3 13a 6d, and counsel's fee 21s.

Softhebn Cboss Lodge, 1.0.G.T. —Last evening a concert and gift auction took place in the (Templar Hall in connection with this Lodge. Bro. H. Bennetts kindly officiated as auctioneer. There was a large company present. The amount realised was over £4O.

St. Maby's, Mbbivale.—-There was a large attendance at tbe entertainment given on Wednesday last in aid of the Sunday school funds. As many as twenty pieces were rapidly gone through, and were thoroughly enjoyed by tbe audience. The Rev. T. Flavell'a contribution on " Shakspere's Humor," while giving variety to the programme, waß welcome for merits of its own. In returning thanks, the chairman announced that the next entertainment will bo given in a month's time.

The Yiotorian Defatxiteb.—The extradition warrant authorising the deportation of Thomas Greaves, charged with robbery at Sandridga in the colony of Victoria, has arrived from Wellington, and he will be taken to Melbourne in charge of Constable Gorey, per first steamer.

The Late Mbs. C. F. Seablb. The many friends of Mrs Searle in Christchurch, and indeed in New Zealand, will hear with regret of her death, which took place en the 28th instant, in Melbourne. Mrs Searle had been advised to seek a warmer climate, and had repaired to Australia with the hope of the ohange effecting a restoration to health, but unfortunately this hope has not been realised. During her professional career, Mrs Searle sustained a wido range of characters with much auceoss, and will be remembered by Christchurch playgoers for her artistic rendering of the part of Lady Janet Boy in " The New Magdalen," and others of a similar type. Her decease will be heard of with unfeigned regret by a large circle of both professional and private friends.

Complimentaby Lunohbon.—The members of the General Synod were invited by the Primate and the local churchmen to a luncheon at St. Miohael's schoolroom, yesterday afternoon. About 150 gentlemen sat down to an elegant repast, provided by Mr Messenger. After the usual loyal toasts had been disposed of, bis Lordship the Primate proposed health of the Bishops, clergy, and laity from the other dioceses. The Bishop of Nelson, Archdeacon Maunsell, and Mr Quick respondod. The former gontleman took advantage of the occasion to present the Primate with a silver inkstand, the gift of the members of the Synod in commemoration of his Lordship's golden wedding, which was celebrated a short time ago. His Lordship reponded in a very foeling speech, and a pleasant re-union was brought to a close.

Tub Bbllbingebb.—This popular company gave their second performance in tho Oddfellows' Hall, Lyttelton, last night, to an excellent house. To-night they appear at Kaiapoi. Theatbis Royal,—There was r,o change of performance last night, and the "Sea of Ice" will bo repeated this evening for the last time. Tomorrow evening Tom Taylor's celebrated play tho "Ticket of Leave Man" will be produced, Mr Hoakins sustaining tho part of Hawkshaw the detective. Young Mkn's Chbistian Association. — A mostirg of the abovo, which partook of a socid oharaeter, was held on Tuesday lust. Mr J. H. Twonfyinan, the vice-president, occupied the chair. Addresses were delivered by Messrs Bichards, Hudson, and Purdie, and a very pleasant evening was ppent. OITT G-uabds.—A meeting of tho Oity Guards was held last night, Captain Hawkes in the chair. It was resolved that tho firing for the challenge belt be postponed until next season, then to take place as early as possible. A committee, consisting of seven members, with the commissioned officers, was appointed to arrange tho firing conditions for the challenge belt.

Club Hotbl, Rangioba.—Among many improvements which are being carried out by Mr Wilson, the present proprietor of this hotel, is that of lighting the building with gasoline. It was so lit on Thursday evening, and presented a brilliant effect. Kaiapoi Regatta.—A meeting of the Managing Committee will shortly be held in connection with the distribution of prizes. Mr James Hurse has given a liberal donation of £5 towards the funds of the regatta. Chuech Meeting .—A church meeting in connection with the meeting of the General Synod at Ohristehurch, was held in St. Michael's schoolroom last evening. His Lordship the J?rimate presided, and there was a large attendance of ladies and gentlemen. Accident at Post.—Yostordßy afternoon a workman named Charles Teador, employed at the Lyttelton graving dock works, fell from one of the derrick cranes at the works. He was carriod to the casual ward, where it was found that he had sustained a compound dislocation of the large bone of the right leg at the ankle, and a comminuted fracture of the small bone. Drs. Rouse and Macdonald attended to the sufferer's injuries. Stack Fibe at Lkeston.—At about seven o'clock on Thursday morning it was discovered that five large stacks of wheat, the property of the Bank of New South Wales, wore on fire. The stacks were about five ohains from Railway line, and close to a gorse fence. As far as can be discovered at present there i" no clue to the fire. The etaoks are insured in the Norwich Union Offica for £2OO and the loss is estimated at £3OO.

The Dbainagb Boabd.—Alargely attended meeting, convened by requisition to the Mayor, was hold last night in the Oddfellows' Hall, to consider certain questions relative to the action of tho Drainage Board in connection with several matters. A resolution expressing a want of confidence in the Board as at present constituted, and disapproving of the new Bill, was oarriod unanimously, and the Mayor requested to forward the same to the Drainage Board and the members for the districts comprised in the Drainage Act. A report appears elsewhere. Cantebbuby Licensed Victuallebb' Association. —On Tuesday evening last the quarterly general meeting of the above association was held at Morton's Hotel, when there was a very full attendance of members. Previously, a meeting of the committee appointed for the revision of the by-laws was held, at which business of importance was transacted. The business of the quarterly meeting was of a general character. The nominations for the various officers of the Association were duly made, and the meeting adjourned until tho evening of the 3rd July. Coursing.—The season commences on the let of May. Bowling Club. —The open season of the Christchnreh Bowling Club will close on Saturday (to-morrow).

Tomatoes, Pbesebtbd.—Out the tomatoes into pieces, and simmer them gently over a slow fire till they are reduced to a pulp. Squeeze the juice from this pulp, boil it until it is as thick as cream, and then pour it into small bottles. Place these in a large boiler, with cold water up to their necks. Bring the water to the boil, and let it boil for a quarter of an hour, then lift the bottles from the fire, and let them remain in the water till it is cold. Cork securely, and wax the corks. Store in a cool, dry place. Time to boil, a quarter of an hour. Sweet Sauce. —Beat up the yolks of four eggs with four tablespoonfuls of powderad sugar ; add a tumbler full of sherry, and a liqueur glass of brandy; put the mixture in a jug; place this in a saucepan of boiling water on the fire, and froth up the same with a chocolate mill.

Bubble and Squeak —Out from a piece of boiled beef slices the thickness of a penny piece, trim and cut them into any shape, parts underdone being the best; boil one large cabbage, one carrot, one onion, in salted water ; when cooked drain and mince them together very fine, removing any hard partß of the cabbage. Put into a saute pan a piece of butter the size of an egg ; when melted put in the beef to warm, taking care it does not dry; this done, remove the meat and put in the vegetables ; stir on the fire until they are very hot, moisten with a little good stock, and salt and pepper, and a little grated nutmeg, place them in the centre of the dish, put the slices of beef all round, pour over a little stock, and serve.