NEWS OF THE DAY.

Globe, Volume XXII, Issue 2089, 3 November 1880, Page 2

NEWS OF THE DAY.

Police Coubt. —This morning, before J. E. Parker and J. Ollivier, Esqs., J.P.’b, Wm. Anderson was brought up on warrant charged with stealing from the person of H. Fullarton a £1 note, an imitation breast pin, and some pawn tickets. The police stated that in a similar case against one Burns the evidence produced had been deemed insufficient. The evidence against accused was the same as then brought forward, and it was felt to be useless to proceed any further. Prisoner was then discharged. There was no other business. Mibbionaby Soxhbh, —As previously advertised, the missionary soiree was held on Monday last, in connection with the Primitive Methodist congregation at Kaiapoi. About 150 sat down to an excellent tea, catered for by Mr 8. Johnson. The tables were tastefully arranged and presided over by the young ladies and gentlemen of the congregation, who had labored most energetically to make the tea meeting a success. The missionary meeting, which commenced rather late in the evening owing to the impracticability of clearing the tea tables away earlier, was well attended, the hall being fairly filled. Mr T, De La Mare was elected to the chair, and after giving an earnest address, called upon the Bev. J. Clover to give the report, after which Messrs T. Davies, H. J. Carter, and Rev. J. Q-ny gave appropriate and telling speeches. Suitable hymns were sung at intervals, the instrument being presided over by Mr S. Johnson. Votes of thanks were passed to those who had helped, and the meeting was brought to a close by the benediction being pronounced by Bev. J. Clover. U.A.O.D.—The committee meeting for the purpose of making arrangements for opening the Lodge of the above order in Addington was held last night at Feathers’ Hotel. It was decided to open the Lodge at the above hotel on Tuesday, November 16th. After some further business had been transacted the meeting adjourned till November Sth.

Ahoihkt Obdbb ep Fobbstebs. —Court Thistle of the Forest held its usual meeting at St. Saviour’s Schoolroom yesterday evening. A large number of members were present, and a long disoussion took place upon various items regarding the coming fete upon Boxing Day. Three new members were initiated, and six propositions were received. After a little harmony the Court closed in due form. 1.0.G.T. —Seashell, No. 105, of Lyttelton, held an installation meeting on Tuesday night. Bros. T. L. Smith, Childs, and London duly installed the following officers : W.0.T., Bro. W. (MoConnel; W.0.T., Bro. W. Graham 5 W.S.. Bro. B. Jeffrey; W.F.8., Bro. J. Quiree; W.T., Bro. W. Wilson; WO., Williams; W.M., Bro, T. Fogarty; W.J.G., Bro. J. Snelling; W.0.G., Bro. H. Neville; W.8.H.5., Fisher ; W.L.H.S., Bro. Dimond; W.D.M., J. Hill; P.W.0.T., Bro. H. Baker. Gbbhah Consul. —Professor Julius Ton Haast has been appointed Imperial German Consul for Christchurch.

EIXBiUKBB Show.— The annual show of the Ellesmere Agricultural and Pastoral Association was held at Leeston yesterday. The weather was very fine throughout, and the show m a whole a success. Lhgai.—His Honor sat in Chambers yesterday morning, and disposed of a long list of applications. A sitting in Banco was afterwards held to hear argument in the case Of Hooper, Aitken and Co., pending for some time past. His Honor took time to consider, and the Court was adjourned till Friday next. Labbxkihism. Constable Brookes, of Sydenham, reported to the depot yesterday evening that a fire occurred in a gorse hedge near the Colombo road school at noon on the same day, and on making inquiries he ascertained that a lad (who is said to be “ a bad boy ”) was seen to set fire to the gorse with a lucifer match. It is probable that further inquiries will be made with a view to trace the act. Scjmhhb.— The dedication festival of All Saints' Church, Sumner, was kept on Monday, and the children attending the Sunday school were entertained with an excellently arranged Sunday school treat in the afternoon. The church was neatly decorated, and the services, particularly the evening service, were carefully rendered and well attended. The evening service was full choral, the preacher being the Sav. H. Glasson ; the preacher at the children’s service, at 11.30 a.m., being Bev. B. A. Mortimer. The afternoon was spent in the manner that usually obtains on such occasions, and the children having received their Sunday school prizes dispersed shortly before the evening service. The arrangements for the festival showed every sign of having bean carefully planned, and were carried out with great spirit and heartiness.

Piotubb GallißßT. —Despite the powerful counter attractions of the Benevolent Aid concert, the pictures now on view were well patronised lost evening. Impobtaht Legal. Question. During the sittings of the Supreme Court in Banco an important case, as involving a nice point of law, was heard, namely, the creditors’ trustee in Allen’s estate against Bing, an appeal from the District Court and decision of Judge Ward. Mr Harper appeared for the appellant, Mr Hammersley for respondent. In brief, the question was as to the identity of certain horses included in the bill of sale with those supposed to have been assigned. His Honor Mr Justice Johnston reserved his decision. South Town Belt. —The works committee of the City Council at their meeting yesterday morning received a letter from Messrs Garrick and Oowlishaw, solicitors to the Council, re the formation of the South town belt, which they duly considered. A meeting of the members of the works committee representing the City and Sydenham Councils will be held this evening to consider the whole question, with a view to finally bring it to an issue. Thbatbb Eotaii. —The theatre was well patronised last evening, considering the unfavorable state of the weather. “ Under Two Flags,” a drama adapted from the wellknown novel by Ouida, was placed on the stage for the first time, and its representation was generally successful. Miss Clara Stephenson appearing as Cigarette, and Mr Charles Burford as Bertie Cecil. Appropriate costumes and new scenery were provided, and the various sensational tableaux were effectively pourtrayed. The piece will be repeated this evening. On Friday nett Miss Clara Stephenson will take a benefit.

O HANOI! Excursion. An excursion to Timaru in connection with the celebration of the sth of November, will take place as advertised. Eailwat Arrangements. The railway as to single fares, &c., during the approaching holidays will be found elsewhere. Industrial Association. A general meeting of the members of the above association will be held at the rooms this evening, when papers will be read by Mr J. P. Jameson and Professor Biokerton. St. Michael’s Entertainment. —We are informed teat one of the chief features tomorrow evening will be the performance by St. Michael’s choirboys of two concerted pieces, known in England as the “ Toy Sonatas.” They consist of two pretty sinfonias by Haydn and Romberg, in which the quail, nightingale, and cuckoo, with many other home birds, take part. The effect is very carious, and under the able direction of the choirmaster, the music is sure to be well rendered.

Mayoral Election. — Mr James Gapes will address the burgesses of Christchurch at the Oddfellows’ Hall, on Friday evening at 7.50. Anniversary Sports.—A meeting of the members of the popular amusement committee will be held on the 9th inst., at 4 p m., at the City Council Chambers, to arrange for the anniversary sports. Cricket. —The following members of the Midland 0.0. have been chosen to represent their club in the match versus Ashley County on Wednesday, November 10th, wickets to be pitched at 11 o’clock sharp S. Alps, W. Beard, L. Cohen, W. Frith, J. Folke, B. T. A. Fuller, A. Beaumont, R. McDonnell, A. P. O’Callaghan, G. Watson, J. Wood; emergencies, A. White, Atnck, Pavitt, and Hunt. — The following will represent the Press Cricket Club in their match with Suunyside, on the Press ground on Saturday next:—Andrews, Asbbolt, Atack, W. Q , Asquith, Board, Brunt, Cant, Costley, Edmonds, French, and Gray.