THE GLOBE. THURSDAY, JUNE 24. 1880.

Globe, Volume XXII, Issue 1976, 24 June 1880, Page 2

THE GLOBE. THURSDAY, JUNE 24. 1880.

The Soup Kitchen.—A new boiler has been ereoted in this kitchen, with a capacity of sixty gallons. The establishment continues its career of usofulnoes, and a large number still take soup thero, besides a considerable quantity being sent out where families are concerned. The clothing department is running somewhat short of ' material, notwithstanding the generosity of the drapers. Gifts from this department are much appreciated, although, as must always bo, cases of imposture are known of. For instance, it has come to the knowledge of the committee that two blankets given away by the Association were pawned the other day. Much care is, however, being taken in examining into the circumstances and the character of tho recipients of clothing. The old Pcst-offlco is, indeod, excellently arranged for its now purpose, everything being in the neatest order. A considerable quantity of vegetables aro stored in the pantry. The_ organisation of the association of course improves as experience shows where defects exist, and it is to bo expected that matters will bo arranged so as to most offectually guard against any attempt that may be made to obtain food or clothing on false representations. Hotel Impbotements.—A facetious correspondent in a neighboring town, writing upon the advanoe his locality is making in tho style of new buildings put up there, says of a_ certain hotel:—"Boniface Obadiab. 'is putting up an extensive iron addition to his brick hotel, which he regards as making improvements. Other folks think differently, amongst whom is one of Obadiah's old customers, who says: ' Just to think of putting a construction like that to the Vampire Hotel, as is known all over the Southern hemisphere for its hot joints and cold feet.' Obadiah only laughs when he is told this, but the architect for the iron extension gets mad and bwears in Dutch."

Extensive Pbopebty Sale.—A large sale of important city and other property was held by H. Matson and Co., at their Balerooms, this afternoon, to the order of F. W. Dolamain, Esq. The land, which was put up in lotß, consisted of sections at Abberley, Whately road, and Peterborough street, Bt. ABoph street, tower High street, and Barbadoes street, Yaldhurst.J Styx farm, Wheatsheaf, 40 acres, Temuka brewery, Avoneido, Harrison's land, St. Albans, residence with fivo acres, &o. Mr J. T. Matson occupied the rostrum, there was a largo attendance of bidders, but little competition. The first lot offorod was the Abberley estates, comprising 4 acres 2 roods 30 perches, on the Springfield road, with residence. The bidding commenced with £2OOO, but Btopped at £2400, and was bought in. The sale was proceeding when we wont to press.

Tub " Ojcbonicle" Fiasco.—The story told by " our own correspondent" respecting the Wellington " Chronicle" giving an account of tho speech which it stated that Mr Macandrew had made, and declaring that it bristled with hard facts and figures moot damaging to the Government, when in point of fact Mr Macnndrow never spoke at all, reminds one somewhat of an old story, in which, however, the dramatis perstmcc figured very differently. A budding candidate for Parliamentary honours in the English Midland Counties was about to address a large body of electors. But the electors would hear nothing and hooted him down most persistently. "For heaven's sake, gentlemen," shouted the candidate during a lull, his hair standing on end with horror, " lot mo go on, for I have sent my speech to tho papers and it 'h coming out to-morrow morning." New R. M. CotinT.—lt is understood that after next week the Resident Magistrate will sit in the new building, near the Supreme Court. In the interim, all but indispensable businoes will be postponed, as during tho shifting, the City Council Offices will have to be made use of, and the accommodation to be found there is of the most limited charactor. The abandonment of the riokety old pile, that has so long been complained of, will not bo regretted by any of its erstwhile voluntary or involuntary frequenters. Oddpelioytship.—Tho Loyal City o? Christchuroh Lodge held their half-yearly meeting on Monday night in the hall in Lichfield street. There was a large muster of momboro and visiting brethren, the district officers being also present. The following officers were elected :—N. G., Bro. A. Webster ; Y.G., Bro. G. Miller; E.S., Bro. R. Borland. A resolution was passed that the lodge be represented at the Friendly Societies' Association, and three delegates were appointed. After a largo amount of routine business had been transacted, tho newly elected officers wero installed, when the lodge closed in due form.

Hope op Kaiapoi.—On Monday evening a tea meeting, in connection with the juvenile lodge of Good Templars, was held in the Orange Hall. At the subsequent entertainment, songs and recitations were given.

Diocesan Sunday-school Association.— The usual meeting of the members of this association took place last evening in St. John's Schoolroom, when a lecture was delivered by Mr T. 8. Mannering on " A Ride through Palestine." Kaiapoi Fabmebs' Ciub. —A meeting of the ploughing match committee was adjourned till this evening to receive offers of land for tho ploughing competition. Two have been sent in, viz., from Mr Parnham, of a paddock on Ohoka road, and from Mr B. Lissamann, of a field near Cam side. The appointment of judges will also bo made. Bi*ns or the Times.—lt is a significant fact that all our charitable institutions havo their full complement of inmates ; the Ashburton Home shelters forty-five unfortunate relics of humanity, and the Dunedin Industrial Sohool, a receptacle for juvenilo waifs of the South Island, is crowded to itß utmost at the present time. The Sightascopb.—An interesting exhibition, termed the sightascope, continues to be shown every evening above the shop of Mr Simpson, High street. Fresh views are given each evening, and not the least attraction appears to be the giving of prizes to the patrons. Industbiali Exhibition. —Applications to exhibit have been coming in pretty freely. The committee had yeste-day received considerably over one hundred, and of the applications already received a number emanated from other parts of the colony anxious to be represented. Tho exhibition promises to be a great success. Theatbb Royal.—The Pantascope and Moving Diorama, with Profesßor Thompson's exquisite lime light effects, was again exhibited at the Theatre Royal lost night, when there was a very good house. Mr Chalet again appeared to great advantage in his ventriloquial performance, which was highly appreciated by the audience. To-night the same programme will bo repeated, and on Saturday the last matinee will bo given. The Hounds.—On Wednesday the hounds were out over country between Rangiora and Fernside, and about 200 followed. One hare gave the party a run of about seven miles. Miss McFurlane, who was out, met with a spill, but was not seriously hurt. Volunteeb Pabadb.—Tho monthly inspection and parade of head-quarters companies and cadets was held under tho superintendence of Major Lean, in the Drill Shed last evening, there being a good muster on the occasion. After inspection, the corps were exercised in battalion drill, and at a subsequent meeting of officers, Major Lean was, on the motion of Captain Craig, seconded by Captain Hawkes, unanimously re-elected delegate to represent the Canterbury district at the New Zealand Rifle Association. Sittings in Banco.—His Honor Mr Justice Johnston sat in banco during the whole of yesterday. In the case of Shaylor v. Morris, which promises to be a sort of colonial Jarndyce v. Jarndycß, the rule nisi calling upon the defendant to show cause why a certain caveat entered by him should not be removed was discharged with costs. In Tallorman v. George, and Wilson v. Morrow and others, which were arguments on demurrer, his Honor took time to consider. In the Bank of New South Wales v. Postlothwahe, the case was only part heard when tho Court adjourned at 5 p.m. to 11 a.m. this day. Sydenham Musical Socibty.—The second concert of the Sydenham Amateur Musical Society was given last night in the Colombo road schoolroom, and was a complete succesß. There was a very large attendance of the public, the room being filled to excess. The programme was a very attractive one. In the first part all tho items were admirably rendered, especially "Dreamland" and "The Noble Boy of Truth." The glees, " See our oars," "Sweet and low," and the trio, " Mark the merry elves," were very nicely Bung. In tho second part, the glee "Awake, ißolian lyre,"and "Kate O'Shane," were very nicely sung, and the other items on the programme were given in a highly creditable manner. It is intended to givo Mr Edmonds, the conductor of tho BOciety, a complimentary benefit in about three weeks at the Oddfellows' Hall. A Handsome Pbesent.—An enormous Maori warcanoo (says the "Star") has arrived in Shortland from Whangamata, on tho East Coast. Tho whaka is a present from the natives of the Whangamata settlement to Hohepa Paronne, a native minister at Parawai, and was brought round tho coast, a distance of ovor one hundrod miles, by nearly sixty Maoris from the Thames. The oanoe is highly carved and decorated, and is valued by tho natives at about £3OO. Lecture.—A lecture in connection with tho St. Paul's Young Men's Association will be delivered this evening by the Rev. Mr McKoe, on " Cranmer."

Papanui District School.—An entertaimnent in aid of a children's treat fund will be i given in the Papanui district school on Friday evening next. The after portion will bo devoted to danoing. Pharmaceutical Society.—The annual meeting of the above, to appoint delegates to the Pharmacy Board of Now Zealand, will bo held at Cookson'a Commercial Hotel, this ingCanterbury Sabbath School Teachers Institute.—lho monthly meeting of tho abovo institute will bo hold at Lyttelton this ovening, at the Wesleyan Church, at 7.30. The Kev. Mr Beck will address the meeting. It is particularly requostcd that as many teachers as can possibly make it convenient will endeavour to attend. Tho subjoct of address is announcod elsewhere. Eastern Football Club. —Tho following will represent tho above club in tho match with the College, on tho ground of tho latter, on Saturday noxt, viz.—Martin, W. M. Joynt, Parker, Wilkinson, Konvig, H. Stringer, C. Stringer, Hyman, A. Johnston, T. Smith, Atack, A. L. Smith, Hawkos (captain), Cogan. Campbell. Emorgoncios—Buck, Fuller, and Fisher. Colors —Amber and black. Play to commence at 2.30 p.m. sharp. Sunnyside Entertainment. —Owing to unforeseen circumstances, tho entortainmout announced to bo piven at tho AHjlnin by the Coraiquos had to be postponed, and will bo held this evening, to conclude with a dauco.

Masonic Ball. —This ball, which is projected under the auspices of the craft, takes place this evening in the Oddfellows' Hall. Tie committee have made every arrangement for the comfort of their visitors, and there is no doubt the Masonic ball of 1880 will be equally as successful as those which have preceded it. Benefit of Mb Hoskins.—The farewell benefit of Mr Hoskins, on the occasion of his retirement from the management of the Theatre Boyal, takes place on Tuesday next. A very varied and attractive programme has been prepared for the occasion, introducing some of our best known professional and amateur talent, bo_th_ vocal and instrumental. Doubtless, as this is Mr Hoskins' last appearance here, there will be a large attendance on Tuesday evening. Fbiendly Societies Conference. A conference of delegates from the various f riondly societies, with a view to the consideration of the desirableness of establishing a Friendly Societies' Association, will be hold at the Foresters' Hall this eveniDg. The societies represented will be the Oddfellows (Manchester Unity and American constitution), Druids, and Foresters. The meeting will also discuss the general questions affecting the friendly societies.

AH EPITAPH. Mary Ann has not been seen Since early Monday morning ; She lit the stove with kerosene, And mizzled without warning A French physician has published a pamphlet showing the terrible " effects of smoking on the heart." But we have known more terrible effects to be produced on the heart in five minutes by a little maiden in a calico dress than by twenty yearß of steady and untiring devotion to the weed. —" Commercial Advertiser."

Tho lady who has invented a mothod for women to put on their clothing without the use of pins deserves to have her name inscribed head and shoulders above every other name in tho temple of fame. She probably knows something of the dangers that beset a fellow who gets too near tho pin-protected female.—" Boston Transcript." M. Guillemot, a Frenchman, who has writton a book about England, sayß that the servants in England aro far better looking than their mistresses ; but perhaps his associations wero principally in that direction.— " New York Commercial Advertiser."

Tho latest puzzle is this : Hard Eggs Boiled Man. Tho trick i? to got the eggs inside the man without breaking the shells. Gone.—lt happened when Oil City was a new oil town that at a political meeting one of tho prominent members went out of the side door, for a fen- moments, just as an orator, referring to the death of a noted citizen, said: " Thus another great man is gone. Where, O where, shall we find one to fill his place ?" Supposing the epeakerhad reference to the citizen who had just stepped out, a man on tho back seat said : " O don't worry ! he's just gone for a drink."—" Oil City Derrick."