NEWS OF THE DAY.

Globe, Volume XXII, Issue 1999, 21 July 1880, Page 2

NEWS OF THE DAY.

Tim Osbobnk Arson Case. —The reward of £7OO for the conviction of Osborne, who was had up for trial at the January sittings of the Supreme Court, has not yet been allotted. Messrs O. Whitefoord, 8.M., and J. Beswick, 8.M., have been commissioned by the Government to divide the money. This is satisfactory, but it is to bo trusted that as little further delay as possible will occur. Lyttelton Magistrate’s Court. —There was but one case at this Court this morning, a civil case, in which J. Reynolds Wiilcox, the purchaser of the book debts of the late “Lyttelton Herald,” sued John McDonald for £3 5». Judgment went by default, with costs. Concert at Poet. —The concert in connection with Holy Trinity Church, given in the Colonists’ Hall last night, was very successful, drawing a well filled hall. A.O.P.—Court Thistle of the Forest held their usual frrt,nightly meeting at their Court-room, St. Saviour’s schoolroom, Sydenham, last night. There was a fair attendance of members. The following officers were duly installed in their respective offices : 0.8., Bro. O. Samuels ; 8.C.R., Bro. Williamson ; Treasurer, Bro. Rice; Secretary, Bro. Luce; 8.W., Bro. Lockwood ; J.W., Bro. Gunn ; S 8., Bro. Haig; J. 8., Bro. Cockles ; M. Sec., Bro. Smith; Press reporter, Bro. Jaques. Two candidates were duly initiated into the order. The O.R. informed the Court that Bro. Ness, of Court 2309, had presented the Court with his sick pay, and the thanks of the members were unanimously passed to him. Bro, Jaques was presented with a neck-ribbon and past C.R. certificate nicely framed. Bro. Jaques made a suitable reply, thanking the brothers for the honour conferred on him. Two candidates were proposed, and the Court closed in due form. R.M. Covet. —The police business at the R.M. Court this morning was confined to two first offenders for drunkenness being dealt with. Mr R. Westenra, J.P., presided. The Tramway. —The lino between St. Albans and Papanui being now completed and in working order, free trips thereon are to be obtained until the Government engineer has passed the work. Yesterday a number of persons availed themselves of tbis condition, and to-day the cars have been running at regular intervals with large freights. This evening outside residents who wish to visit the Industrial Exhibition may be accommodated on the homeward journey. The cars at St. Albans will connect with the Papanui free oars at half-past ten. Pbpesteianism. —We have been informed that the twelve hours walking match between Swan and O’Connor will not come off, owing to O’Connor not paying up the second deposit, which was due last Saturday. O’Connor will therefore forfeit the part of the stakes which was put down when the match was made. It is said that the Timaru man has met with an accident to his knee, which may probably be the cause of bis not coming up to his time. We learn, however, that Swan had made a liberal offer in the direction of postponing the match until O’Connor had recovered from his illness. Swan states that at any future time he will be very glad to meet O’Connor for the same distance, or more. The falling through of the match will no doubt disappoint a good many of the sporting class, as a good race was looked for, both men being well known for their walking powers. We understand that Swan was backed to cover sixty-five miles within the twelve hours, which would be very fast going. Whether Swan will undertake to do this now wo are not yet in a position to say. Railway Employes Wages. — A committee meeting of railway servants was held at the Terminus Hotel last evening, when Mr Cole, the secretary, reported that he had that day forwarded to Wellington the petition re the reduction of wages. Alleged Eoegeey. Constable Coyle arrived from Wellington yesterday en route for Melbourne, to take charge of a person named Murray Cowell Kovern, who is charged with forgery and uttering at Marton. Harmonic Society. The Harmonic Society held its annual meeting yesterday evening in St. John’s Schoolroom. Prom the report it appears that although the society has had to struggle against considerable difficulty, it now occupies a tolerably sound position, and one which gives promise of a prosperous future. Papanui Ploughing Match.— The ninth annual match at Papanui took place yesterday, and was very successful. There was an uncommonly large field of competitors, and the ploughing generally was extremely good. Larceny. —A man named Maddon was arrested last Monday in Ashburton, on the above charge, but was so ill yesterday morning that ho was not fib to be brought before the court. A remand was granted on the application of the sergeant of police. The Cabandinis. —The above well-known and popular artistes gave one of their concerts last Monday evening in the Town Hell, Ashburton. There was a very largo and appreciative audience present, and judging from the frequency with which they applauded the performance they were highly pleased. Legal Issue. —A case of considerable interest to farmers will bo heard at the B.M. Court on Friday next. It is that of Reid and Gray v the Agricultural and Pastoral Association, an action for the recovery of a reward denied by the judges at the late Annual Show. The question at issue came under the consideration of the committee of the association some months since, and in it is involved rather an important principle. Feensidb. —On Monday evening a public meeting was bold at Fernsido Schoolroom, at which about twenty farmers were present, Mr D. Mclntyre in the chair. The meeting was called with a view of forming an Association of farmers. It was resolved to form a Farmers’ Mutual Improvement Society, for the discussion of matters relating to farming, and the dissemination of information obtained by the same. A managing committee was appointed as follows : —Messrs Mannering, Parsons, Mclntyre, Harrison, and Gow. Eighteen of those present signified their intention of becoming members. It was decided that the entrance fee be 2s Cd, and the monthly subscription sixpence per member. A discussion in reference to the sparrow nuisance question followed, when it was resolved that each member present should adopt his own system of poisoning or exterminating the birds and report the result at next meeting. St. Mary’s, Merivalk. The Morivale branch of the Church Work Society holds its quarterly genera meeting to-night in the schoolroom. The meeting is open to all. Diocesan Sunday-school Association. —Tho usual monthly meeting of this association will bo held this evening at 7.30 in St. Michael’s schoolroom, whoa the Rev. W. C. Harris will deliver a lecture on “ St. Paul and his Teachers.” St. Paul’s Church Young Men’s Society.—A Service of Song, with connective readings, entitled “ Eva,” will be given in St. Paul’s church on Friday evening, commencing at 8 o’clock, Eastern Football Club.— The following teams will represent the abovo club in their matches against tho Ctu istchurch Club's first and second fifteens on Saturday next, viz. : First Fifteen, to bo played on Cranmer square— Martin, W. M. Joynt, Parker, Wilkinson, Kinvig, Atack, C. Stringer, H. Stringer, Hawkes, ffpragge, Cogan, T. L. Smith, Kestoven, Johnston, Batchelor. Second Fifteen, to be played on Mr John Anderson’s paddock, kindly lent for that occasion, viz.—R. Mountfort, H. Turner, Fisher, Fuller (captain), Mayno, A. L. Smith, Munster, R. Spencer, C. Spencer, Neave, Evans, J. Johnston, DcCastro, Rattray, Hayman. Emergencies Cudden, Bennetts, Cane. Colors, amber and black.

Church or England Temperance Society, Banqioba. —A meeting was held in the schoolroom, on Monday evening, the Ven. Archdeacon Dudley in the chair. The programme consisted of an address by the Venerable chairman, and several vocal and instrumental selections by members and friends. The attendance was unusually large, and a most enjoyable evening was spent. Masonic. —The officers and brethren of the Canterbury Masonic Lodge are requested to meet in full Masonic costume this evening for the purpose of paying an official visit to the St. Augustine Lodge, and an announcement also appears that the usual monthly meeting of the St. Augustine Lodge will be held at half.past seven o’clock this evening.

Compressed asphalt blocks from America are to be tried for Sydney footpaths. The blocks, which are 12in. by 15in., have each been subjected to a pressure of 50 tons, and are described as clean, noiseless, slippery, and durable.