NEWS OF THE DAY.

Globe, Volume XXII, Issue 2137, 30 December 1880, Page 2

NEWS OF THE DAY.

Acknowledgment. The clerk to the Bench, Christchurch, acknowledges the receipt with thanks of £8 11s 6d, collected by Mr R. Forbes, carrier of Christchurch, for the Burnham School treat. Of this amount £3 9s 6d was subscribed by a few of the town carriers, and the balance was raised from private sources. Aebivals fob thb Regatta. There arrived this morning by the steamer Arawata, from Dunedin, a yacht named the Zephyr, owned by Mr Haggitt, solicitor, and an open sailing boat, named the Evening Star, owned by Mr Patterson, both for the regatta. Loyal Avon Lodge, No. 23, 1.0.0. F., A.O.—The installation of officer* of the above Lodge took place yesterday evening at 8 o’clock, when the following brothers were installed by P.D.D.G.M. Bro. A. Schwartz : N.G., Bro. 8. Williams; Y.O-., Bro. N.P. Meyers ; P.S., Bro. L. F. Garnett; treasurer, Bro. H. L. Welsh. The following officers were also appointed : Bro. Roulston, R.B.N.Q-. ; Bro. Butcher, L.8.N.G.; Bro. Pearce, warden ; Bro. Carmichael, conductor; Bro. Saunders, LG.; Bro. Friedman, 0.G.; Bro. Marsh, R.B.Y.G. ; Bro. Groves, L.B.V.G. Votes of thanks were passed to the installing officers for their presence, to the retiring officers for past services, and to the P.S., Bro. Garnett, for tho able manner he had compiled a now form of Members’ Register. Tho brothers duly and briefly responded, and tho Lodge then closed in the usual form.

Tub Hikkmoa. —Thirty Natives will arrive from Dunedin to-night by rail, and will bo taken on Board the Hinemoa at Lyttelton, and thence to their homes in the North. Several of the detained prisoners on Eipa Island will also be returned to their native heath by the same opportunity. The Hinemoa is to leave Lyttelton to-morrow. R.M. CotJßT.—This morning, before J, Ollivior, R. Westenra and J. T. Peacock, Esqs., J.P.’s, the following civil cases were disposed of :—Judgments went by default in Bull v Lemon, £1 4s Id ; Percy v Hannah, £2 13s ; Atack v Graham, £1 8s; Williams v Ewings, £3 15s 6d; Wilson v Goody, £l. 2a 7d ; Paul v Austin, £1 Is 6d ; Rigalsford v Bradshaw, £1 2i ; McSwigan Bros, v Ryan, 19a 9d ; same v Johnstone, £1 9s._ In Alport v Styche judgment was for plaintiff for £3 16s 6d, Wilkinson v Feloon was adjourned till January ISth ; Klingentteia r Green till January 15th.

Boxing night appears to have been kept up in every sense of the word by a nice little party who were about the Black Horae Hotel at half-p-st eleven o’clock on Monday night last. The condensed report of a case, arising out of tboir rejoicings, which appears in the Police Court proceedings of this morning, would lead the most sceptical to believe in the fervour of the engagement. “Altogether,” as Dickens’ Yankee traveller said, when emerging from a similar refreshment, “it was one of the cleanest free fights that had been seen around those parts for many a day.” Eyes were knocked cut and knocked in again in the most dexterous manner; or at least that is the impression an unprejudiced observer would form by the appearance of one or two of the combatants. Ouo man seized another's nose, thereby seriously damaging the cuticle. The efforts of one man, who was the accused in the plaint, must certainly have been remarkable. Ho slaughtered (more or less) four, out of seven other/, while exchanging the compliments of the season. In point of fact the accused seems to have had the hardest work to do, the rest coming off second, third, fourth, and fifth best. Ho “flailed them,” as one witness expressed, after a peculiarly scientific method, which it is to bo hoped is not understood and practised by too many men in one district. LYTTELTON FIBEWOEKB DISPLAY.—The Lyttelton Eire Brigade held a meeting last night and arranged for holding their annual torchlight procession and fireworks display to-morrow night. The usual illumination of the shipping in . Port and firing of guns will take place, and the Fire Brigade pyrotechnic celebration on the Sumner road will, if possible, surpass (hat of last year. Special trains are to leave Port for Christchurch after midnight. Independent Obdeb of Eeohabites.— The Pride of Christchurch, Tent 26, held their quarterly meeting in the Templar Hall, Worcester street, Monday evening, December 20th. The following were elected as officers for the remaining half year, and duly installed by P.O.R. Bro. Shaw, O R., Bro. J. T. Smith (re-elected) ; D.E., Bro. Bonnington; Secretary, Bro. Podler (re-elected) ; Treasurer, Bro. Ooombes (re-elected); O. S. Bro. Cole (re-elected) ; 8.8., Bro. Mazurkiewicz ; Levite, Bro. Brooker; Guardian, Bro. A. Biliens ; Auditors, Bros. Kerr, Rent, and Mazuskiewica. Four members of the judicial committee having to retire, the following were elected in their stead—Bros. Shaw, Sherlock, Henwood, and Bonnington. The following Bros, were nominated for district offices at the forthcoming district council— D.0.R., Bro. J. T. Smith; D.D.R., Bro. W. Shaw ; district secretary, Bro. Pedler ; District Treasurer, Bro. Sherlock ; and Bros. Colo and Bonnington district auditors. Kelly Sympathisbes. The Victorian police seem determined to root out the last remains of the Kelly gang sympathisers. They are now going for their sisters, and their cousins, and their aunts. Dan Byrne’s mother has been ran in, and others are to follow. The Moon and the Wbathbb. —We (“ Marlborough Express ”) have bean requested to publish the following question, which was put to R. A. Proctor, during his visit to Blenheim :—" Has the moon any influence on the tides and weather, and if so, what effect ? ” Mr Proctor replied “ The moon certainly rules the tides (with the sun, the moon’s action being to the sun az 5 to 2), but there is no scientific evidence that the moon affects the weather—though she exerts some influence in clearing clouds (so Sir J. Herschel thought), probably by the slight amount of beat she reflects and radiates.”

Lyttelton Naval Brigade. —A meeting of this corps was held at the Colonists’ Hall at Port, at which a fair proportion of the members attended. Captain McLellan occupied the chair. The committee reported having accepted the tender of Messrs. Wilson and Biohardson, of Wellington, for fifty uniforms, at £2 10s each. The by laws, slightly modified from those used by the Wellington Naval Brigade, were passed seriatim. Mr A. B. P. Pyemont, the secretary, read a written paper upon the necessity for electing at once one or more officers of the corps, that officers and men might thus become familiar with the drill together. Speeches were made by members for and against the proposal to choose officers, the chairman holding with those who favored waiting for a month or two. A motion, however, prevailed to adjourn the discussion until the next meeting, to be held that night fortnight. Xhb Convent Ast Union. Messrs Warner and Hawhes have kindly consented to superintend the drawing of the Art Union in aid of the Convent, which commences tomorrow evening at 4 o’clock precisely. The winning numbers will appear in the local papers of the following day.

Fieb at thb Rakaia. — A disastrous fire raged on the Rakaia River reserves all Tuesday afternoon, and owing to the strong wind blowing it was found impossible to got it under when first discovered. Mr William Carroll, the foreman of the Rakaia River works, on discovering it, immediately sent all hands to endeavor to stop it. One large plantation belonging to the Board of Conservators has been almost ruined, and several miles of fences completely consumed. Mr White’s plantation also had a very close shave, nothing but the untiring exertions of the men saving! t. Mr W. Moorhead, a foreman on the works, had bis house at one time almost surrounded by the fire, but luckily the wind lulled for a time, and It was got under. It was not till twelve o’clock at night that the hands considered it sufficiently safe to leave it, but it was, however, quite out yesterday morning.

Tblbphonio Conobbt.— The first of a series of telephonic concerts in aid of the Convent building fund, took plaoo last evening at St. Patrick’s Hall. The performers were stationed in the old Presbytery, from whence wires were laid to the room at the rear of the hall. The various items were most distinctly hoard, and each greeted with an ovation of applause at its conclusion, the solo " Last rose of summer" being enthusiastically received. In St. Patrick’s largo hall the various prizes to be drawn for in the Convent Art-union were on view. A certain portion of the space was filled with articles of a varied description, both useful and ornamental for sale. The prizes are very numerous, and comprise gold and silver watches, dressed dolls, silver tea and coffee services, &0., and a large collection of articles of juvenile wearing apparel made by the sisters of the convent. The Hibernian brass band played a selection of music at intervals during the evening, and despite the heavy downpour the attendance was very good indeed.

Little Riveb Railway. —The chairman of the public meeting at Little River on the 23rd instant has received the following reply from the Premier ;—“26th December, 1830. A. D. Allan, Esq., Little River. Sir, —I have received your letter of the 26th instant on the subject of the further progress of the plate-laying on the Little River railway. This progress has, with that of many other public works, been unavoidably delayed, owing to the necessary limitation of public works expenditure; but the work is admitted to bo a very desirable one, and I have written to the Minister of Public Works, asking for a favorable consideration for it.—l am, &c., John Hall.”

Thbatbe Royal. —Despite the inclement weather and the counter attractions elsewhere, there was a very good house at the Theatre Royal last night, when Professor and Madame Hasolmayer again appeared. The Professor introduced a number of new illusions, all of which were most successfully performed. To-night the programme will be repeater!, and to-morrow, in addition to the usual evening performance a matinee will be given. The performance is one which is calculated not only to amuse the little ones, but also the children of larger growth, and no doubt there will be, as it deserves, a large attendance. New Yeab’s Day Exchesions. —lt is expected, should tho weather keep fine for tho regatta, that tho attendance will, owing to the absence of any keen competition for public patronage in a pleasure-going sense, be larger this year than on any previous occasion. Tho prizes and the unusual number of events placed on tho programme for rowing contests, it ie predicted, will help to attract spectators who would not otherwise have attended. The Union Company’s steamer Wanaka and Messrs Cameron Bros.’ steamer Titan will run pleasure trips during the day around the harbor.

Hospital Patients. —At yesterday’s meeting of tho Hospital and Charitable Aid Board the hospital committee reported that during the past fortnight thirty-one patients were admitted into the hospital, and twenty-eight discharged, leaving sixty-seven patients in tho institution. During the same period there were two deaths.

Tub Hospital Staff.— Dr. Irving was yesterday eleoted to fill the vacancy on the Hospital staff caused by the retirement of Dr. Anderson; Fine Abtb. —There is now on view at the shop of Fisher and Son, Hereford street, some very beautiful specimens of flower painting on satin executed by Mies Herman of this city. They display a great deal of talent, and are well worth inspection. Kaiapoi Fibb Bbigadb Demonstration. —Active preparations are being made to render the display of fireworks on New Tear’s Day a success. Several members of the brigade have been daily engaged in making the different parts for the illumination. Trotting Match. —A trotting match for £25 aside has been arranged to come off on the Ellesmere Racecourse on February 4th between Mr David Mitchell’s bay mare Minnie and Mr Walter Spring’s chestnut mare Jess. A first deposit has been paid by both parties. St. John thb Baptist, Bangioba. —We hoar that the Yenerable Archdeacon Dudley is now to have permanent assistance. The Bev. Mr O-ossett has been appointed curate for this district. Ho will reside at Woodund, and also assist at the parish church, Bangiora, and at Southbrook. Launch op a Yacht at Akahoa. —Mr &. J. Black’s new yacht was successfully launched on Tuesday afternoon. The new boat will be quite an acquisition to the list of racing yachts in the Colony. She is built on the model of a celebrated American yacht, and is intended to compete at the coming Lyttelton regatta. Her builder is MrHenrici, of Akaroa, and she is to be named the Chance.

Kaiapoi Sports and Bachs. —A meeting of the committee of these sports was held in the Borough Council Chamber on Friday evening. Seven attended, Mr E. Barnham in the chair. The lists showed £43 promised. Offers from Mr Burnip of £6 6s for the booth, and Mr B. Wilson £2 10a for confection stall were accepted. It was agreed to accept the services of the brass band at £5. Mr Boharrell wrote declining to act as clerk of tho scales, and Mr Montague H. Smith was appointed to that office. The committee adjourned till Friday. Runaway. —Yesterday MrE. B. Haworth, of Bangiora, left his horse and trap for a few minutes near Mr W. Burt’s grain store, and the horse becoming alarmed at the thunder or the 0.Y.0. band, started off at full gallop. Turning out of Ashley street into Burt street the trap, through having the wheel looked, turned completely over and over, snapping the wheel off at the axle collar, and seriously damaging the vehicle. Fortunately the horse appeared none the worse for its acrobatic feats, and although many people were about at the time, all escaped injury. O. T.O.—Bangiora is now quite astir with the Yeomanry Cavalry. The Christchurch, Ashburton, Temuka, Timarn and Southbridge contingents are all represented, and number eighty-seven, inclusive of the band, the latter under Bandmaster Button. The band arrived here by train on Tuesday evening, and met the Cavalry on the road from Christchurch. Yesterday morning drill was held, and in the afternoon a muster for mounted drill took place, but a heavy thunderstorm soon caused the troop to seek shelter. However, at 4 p.m. they re-assembled and proceeded to the Maria Andrews Bark. It is said that a sum of £IS has been levied for fines.

Oddfellowship.— The quarterly meeting of the Loyal Doyleaton Lodge of Oddfellows was held on Tuesday, 28th inst., for the pur* pose of electing officers for the ensuing six months, and also to receive contributions. Bro. P.G. A. Roberts presided. Correspondence was road from Dr. Malone, the Lodge’s doctor, informing the Lodge that not having received twenty-five names of members, he considered hb agreement null and void. After some discussion on the above it was decided to let it stand over until next Lodge night. The following officers were then elected for the half-year :—Bro. John Blackler, N.G.; Bro. William Durrant, V.G.; Bro. P.G. J. H. Doyle, treasurer ; Bro. James Murrison, secretary; Bro. P.G. A. Boberts was appointed lecture master. The receipts for the evening amounted to £l4 4s Bd. The quarterly meeting of the Loyal Bangiora Lodge 1.0.0 F.jM.U., adjourned from Boxing day, was held in the Hall of tho Society, King street, on Tuesday evening last. The chief business was the election and installation of officers for tho forthcoming half year. Bro. J. J. Eobinson was duly eleoted N.G., O. Jennings V.Q., and O. Tyler G.M., Wm. Bourke E.S. After the transaction of some ordinary routine business, the meeting adoumed. Holt Innocents’ Dat. —The concert held at Amberley on Wednesday evening was a treat that was fully appreciated by the audience. Mr Neville Barnett’s, F. 0. 0., services had been secured, and that in itself was a guarantee as to the instrumentation. In tbe part songs and glees Messrs MoOardell, Macintosh, N. G. Barnett, Welle, J. H. Barnett, A. J. Merton and C. Merton took part, asebted by lady visitors from Bangiora. Mesdames O. Harper and Gould, Messrs O. Merton, J. H. Barnett, B. Foster and A. J. Morton contributing solos. The concert was in aid of the Amberley Church Building Fund, and was also financially a success. In the afternoon a meeting of the looal branch of the Church Work Society was held in the school-room, the Bight Bev. the Primate in the chair. The Bev. T. Flavell explained the working of similar societies. Mr Fendall read a paper on the duties of churoh officers, and Mr T. Douglas one on Sunday school teaching, whilst Mr 0. Morton, who was present, said a few words on choir singing. Mr J. H. Moore introduced the subject of the progress made of late by the Church of England, and spoke very despairingly of her future. He also referred to the part taken by church officers in providing their clergyman with his stipend. The meeting closed with the benediction.

Pbbvention fbom Deowning. —A clergyman has invented a practical means of lessening the number of deaths by drowning. A chemical preparation is inserted between the lining and the cloth in a portion of the coat, waistcoat, or dress. The moment a man falls into tbe water the coat inflates, and he cannot keep his head under the water. An interesting exhibition of this, says the “ Home News,” was made a few days ago in the large tank at the Westminster Aquarium. An attendant put on o coat with the preparation inserted in it. He first went under a shower bath, where he was thoroughly drenched, to show that inflation would not take place under tho ordinary circumstances of a shower. He then took a “ header ” into the water. He reappeared at the surface almost immediately, and the coat promptly inflated. Divesting himself of tbe garment, it floated about tbe bath till it was taken out. Excelsior Band. —This band will not be able to perform iu Cathedral square to-night, on account of being engaged elsewhere. Cricket. —A match will be played at Lincoln on New Year’s Day between the Druids of Lincoln and Christchurch. Play to commence at ten a.m.

Lyttelton Ekqatta Entbies. —To-night at seven o’clock, is the time appointed for receiving entries by the Lyttelton regatta committee, who will meet for the purpose at the Colonists’ Hall.

Philosophical Institute. —A meeting of the above will be held at the rooms of the association this evening, when papers will be read by Professor Von Haast and Messrs T. A. Mollot and T. J. Mulvaney.