NEWS OF THE DAY.

Globe, Volume XXII, Issue 1960, 5 June 1880, Page 2

NEWS OF THE DAY.

Benevolent Society. —Goods commenced to arrive this morning. Mr W. H. Hargreaves sent in the firewood he had promised, and in lieu of the coal, on learning a large quantity was expected from another source, he moat thoughtfully sent in two large casks of split peas and pearl barley, so essential in soup making for the poor, aud he further sent in a present of a fine “harness cask,” as used on board ship, so that, thanks to him, any surplus beef each day can be corned and preserved. A lady most kindly sent in a largo parcel of new clothing for distribution. The boiler has arrived from Lyttelton Orphanage, and is being fixed. The members of the committee were in attendance during the morning superintending arrangements. There will be a delivery of soup and beef tea this evening, if required for any necessitous cases brought under the notice of the committee.

Concealment or Bibth. —The adjourned inquest on the body of the child found in the Avon, which waa proceeding when we went to press yesterday, resulted in the following verdict;—“ That the body of deceased had been found in the River Avon, but whether it had boon born alive before being placed in the river there was not sufficient evidence before them to show.” After the evidence of Margaret Shannon as to the circumstances surrounding the birth, Dr. C. M. Anderson stated that ho had, since last Saturday, made a further examination of tho body, and found that ho could not positively state what was the cause of death. The infant had undoubtedly breathed, but the breathing had not been well performed. Detective Benjamin deposed to arresting Jane Matthews. The latter had said that tho child had been born on the banks of the river, and she was understood to say that it had been prematurely born. Jane Matthews made a statement as to how the child was born on the bank of the river, and that it was not alive. At the Resident Magistrate’s Court this morning, on the case being brought forward, Mr Joyce applied for a remand until the 11th of June, as the accused was at present in the Hospital in a very weak state. The remand was granted.

Thb Unemployed.—As will be s*sn by advertisement a meeting of the unemployed will be held in Cathedral Square at 10 a m. on Monday. The Resident Magistrate.—From inquiries made this morning we regret to hear Mr Mellish is still unable to leave his residence, and that several days are likely to elapse before he resumes his seat on the Bench.

The Mail.—The Union Steamship Company’s Wellington arrived from the north at 6 a.m. to-day, with the Canterbury and southern portion of the inward San Francisco mail.

Legal.—Hia Honor Mr Justice Johnston sat in Chambers yesterday, and disposed of a lengthy cause list. Resident Magistrate's Court, Ashburton. —At the above Court yesterday, before F. Q-uiness, Esq., R.M., Benjamin Carry, who was charged with sheep-stealing, was remanded for eight days. Edward Ede, charged with a breach of the Public Works Act, by obstructing a thoroughfare with his horse, was fined 20s. O.V.E. —The annual dinner of the above corps was held last night at the Wellington Hotel. Captain Warner occupied the chair, supported on the right by Major Lean and on the left by Captain flawkes, Lieutenant Appleby occupying the vice-chair. There was a good muster of the company. The usual loyal and other toasts were given and responded to, and several good songs were sung. The party separated at an early hour, after having spent a very enjoyable evening. Y.M.O.A. —A preliminary meeting was held last evening at 7 30 in the Board room of the Young Men’s Christian Association for the purpose of forming a chess club, Mr T. 8. Malcolm presiding. The following were nominated to offices :—Mr J. H. Twentyman, president ; Mr J. M. Heywood, vicepresident ; Mr H. C. F. Clarke, treasurer and secretary. Rules were adopted and ordered to be printed. It was resolved that the club should meet at 7.30 p.m. on Friday. Theatre Royal.—“ Blow for Blow” was repeated at the Theatre last night. This evening “ Flying Scud ” is announced for performance. The Bankruptcy Law.—ln chambers yesterday his Honor Mr Justice Johnston said that he had been considering the advisability of introducing the practice here which had been carried out in another part of the colony of refusing the discharge of a bankrupt where the assets were returned as nil, A Question oe Title. Considerable amusement was caused amongst the members of the bar who were present in Chambers yesterday morning, by the persistent manner in which one of their legal brethren addressed his Honor as “ Your Worship.” At last even the patience of the judge gave way, and ha remarked upon the unusual stylo of address. Another legal gentleman, who spoke after the one alluded to, excited the risible faculties of the profession by styling his Honor “ My Lord.” Tattebsall’s Club. The adjourned general meeting of Tattersall’s Club will beheld this evening at eight o’clock at the Commercial Hotel. The attendance of members is particulars requested. Benevolent Association.— A meeting of the general committee of the above will be held at the City Council Chambers at 4 p m. on Monday next, to receive the report of the subcommittee, to receive the balance-sheet, and elect the directors for the ensuing year.